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Jiu Jitsu DummiesBlack Belt Cris Rodriguez, Owner of Grow Pro AgencyJiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org
She's back! For her second appearance on Jiu Jitsu Dummies, we welcome Cris Rodriguez, Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and founder of Grow Pro Agency. Join us for a fantastic discussion centered on effective marketing strategies for martial arts academies. Cris shares her expert insights, blending her deep understanding of the mats with her business acumen, covering virtually "all things Jiu-Jitsu related." This is an episode you won't want to miss if you own a gym or love the art!
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2025-07-011h 51
We Do The WorkThe Present and Future of AI in the Martial Arts Industry.If you only listen to 1 podcast in the next 30 days - make sure it’s THIS one. Cris Rodriguez and Max Hein go ALL IN and deep on The Present and Future of AI in the Martial Arts Industry. And we answer the important question of: “How should SMART school owners leverage AI to grow and streamline their schools?”The reality is - AI isn’t coming - it’s already here. And some industries are being completely transformed overnight.But most martial arts school owners are just starting to scratch th...
2025-02-251h 14We Do The WorkSales Mastery & The Anti-Hustle Approach with Alex SchlinskyIn this episode of We Do The Work, Cris Rodriguez sits down with Alex Schlinsky, founder of Prospecting On Demand™, agency coach, and sales mastery expert, to dive deep into the art of sales and the philosophy of building a business without burnout.Alex shares his journey from being a journalist for the UFC and Miami Dolphins to coaching over 400 entrepreneurs to six and seven figures. We break down the top three mistakes people make on sales calls - and how to fix them - along with Alex’s insights on the future of digital marketing.We...
2025-02-031h 21
Days of Roar: A Free Press Sports Detroit Tigers PodcastDetroit Tigers' Matt Vierling joins Days of Roar — Bonus: Who is Cris Rodriguez?This episode of "Days of Roar" features two special guests: Detroit Tigers third baseman/outfielder Matt Vierling and Baseball America prospect insider Ben Badler. To start the show, Evan and Mark discuss Tigers legend Justin Verlander signing a one-year, $15 million contract with the San Francisco Giants. Interestingly, this is the same deal — in terms of years and money — that Alex Cobb secured from the Tigers. Should the Tigers have signed Verlander instead of Cobb? The answer depends on balancing business and baseball considerations. Ben Badler provides insight into 16-year-old Dominican outfielder Cris Rodriguez, who is signing with the Tigers as p...
2025-01-1359 min
Catalytic LeadershipHow To Scale Digital Agencies For Long-Term Success With Cris RodriguezSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Cris Rodriguez, founder of Grow Pro Agency, who’s making a significant impact in both martial arts and digital marketing. Starting in martial arts at a young age, Cris discovered how the discipline, resilience, and leadership skills she learned on the mat could fuel success in the business world. She shares her journey from martial arts instructor to building a thriving agency that serves nearly 500 clients. We dive into the unique challenges of leading a high-volume, low-ticket agency, managing an in-office team in a post...
2024-12-1236 min
Lo Que Nunca Nos ContaronT1 - Cap9: Entre lo práctico y lo sentimental: Los 10 imprescindibles de Cris¡Hoy nos ponemos personales! En este capítulo, Cris comparte sus 10 imprescindibles, esos objetos que siempre lo acompañan y que reflejan su esencia. Desde un sencillo lápiz hasta su inseparable guitarra, cada elemento tiene una historia y un significado especial. 🎸✍️
Descubre estos y otros imprescindibles que revelan el lado más auténtico de Cris. ¿Te identificas con alguno? ¡Te invitamos a escuchar y compartir tus propios imprescindibles!
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2024-12-0423 min
The Content CapitalistsBlack Belt Turns Digital Marketer | Cris RodriguezTurning a passion into profit isn’t easy, especially if your passion involves Jiu jitsu mats over marketing dashboards. But there is one CEO who’s cracked the code for martial arts school owners, helping them grow their businesses in a uniquely challenging market.After building her own martial arts school, Cris Rodriguez realized that digital marketing and organic social media could make or break a business. Now, with her agency GrowPro, she’s on a mission to help martial arts school owners grow without getting lost in the tech.We cover:Turning a side h...
2024-11-0548 minWe Do The WorkCracking the Productivity Code🚀 Dive into the world of productivity with "We Do The Work"! 🚀In our first episode, we're breaking down the secrets to getting things done effectively. Host, Cris Rodriguez, unpacks why being busy doesn't always mean being productive and shares practical tips to help you work smarter, not harder.Discover why taking time to plan and reflect can make all the difference, and learn how to develop routines and habits that set you up for success. From prioritizing tasks to knowing when to delegate or eliminate, we've got you covered with straightforward advice you can sta...
2024-10-0625 min
Jiu Jitsu DummiesBlack Belt Cris Rodriguez, Owner of Grow Pro Agency - JJD Ep. 144Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org
This week we welcome Black Belt Cris Rodriguez, owner of Gro Pro Agency which specifically helps martial arts academies across the country market their gyms. Cris is also the founder of Gracia Pac MMA in Tampa Florida. Check out the full episode and let us know what you think!
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2024-08-071h 49
Childcare Business Growth PodcastEmpower Your Team: Mindset Shifts and Team-Building Strategies with Cris RodriguezWelcome to the Childcare Business Growth Podcast! In this episode, we interview Cris Rodriguez, a lifelong martial artist and successful owner of a martial arts school, sharing unique insights on building a strong team and fostering business growth.Cris discusses the essential mindset shifts that childcare business owners need to embrace to achieve sustainable success. Cris highlights the importance of empowering employees and setting clear, actionable goals for the future. Learn how to create a positive work environment where your team feels motivated to contribute their best efforts.Join us as we explore key elements...
2024-05-2332 min
Black Belt BusinessDigital Marketing + Building A Strong Team For Martial Arts Schools [Cris Rodriguez Ep. 33]Matthew interview Cris Rodriguez the founder and CEO of Grow Pro Agency, a digital marketing agency for martial arts schools.
She started as a martial arts student and eventually became the first female head instructor of a Taekwondo school. After falling in love with Jiu-Jitsu, she opened her own martial arts school, Gracie Pak MMA.
Later, she partnered with the Martial Arts Industry Association to offer digital marketing services to martial arts school owners, leading to the creation of Grow Pro Agency.
Cris emphasizes...
2024-04-0556 min
7 Figure CEOEmbracing Your Awesome with John GeystonIn this episode of 7 Figure CEO, Cris sits with John Geyston, owner of Empowered Martial Arts in Illinois and Tampa. John Geyston is a lifelong martial artist with multiple black belts and recently earned his Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. Cris and John discuss the importance of having an abundance mentality rather than a scarcity mentality in the martial arts industry. John details his approach to managing and overseeing his two locations, including regular meetings and instructor training. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, even for someone highly knowledgeable. John also talks about the need for school o...
2023-11-0152 min
7 Figure CEOBusiness Vision, Team Management, and Personal Fulfillment with Brad FerrisIn this episode of 7 Figure CEO, Brad Ferris shares his vision for his businesses, highlighting the importance of patient acquisition and addressing unique client problems. Cris and Brad dive into key principles of business success, including clarity, execution, and optimization.Brad discusses the critical role of continuous training, compensation strategies, and motivation in retaining and engaging team members effectively. He offers valuable insights into team management, stressing the significance of ongoing assessment, regular communication, and meeting individual needs.You will learn about crafting fair compensation plans tied to revenue generation, expense reduction, and time-saving efforts...
2023-09-1150 min
SET LIFE: Inspiring Stories of The Entertainment Industry PodcastEpisode 18: Meet Director and Producer Cris RodriguezSend us a textIn this episode you will meet Director and producer, Cris Rodriguez. Cris got his start in the radio industry at just 18 years old and quickly realized he wanted to tell stories through film. He now has produced and directed shows on A&E, Nat Geo, and HGTV. He also has produced and directed a feature film called “Journey” which was filmed in both Mexico and Texas. Taking pride in his Mexican culture, Rodriguez shares some insight on how Mexican filmmaking is different than American filmmaking.On Set Life Podcast, our studio- 4 The...
2023-05-3036 min
Show Me The NuggetsHow to Follow Up with Customers and Increase Your Revenue [Part 2] with Cris RodriguezIn this episode, we bring you part 2 of our interview with Cris Rodriguez, the owner and founder of Grow Pro Agency. Cris specializes in digital marketing for martial arts schools, with a focus on social media and PPC advertising. Her expertise extends to a unique concierge service that excels in customer follow-ups. Gain valuable insights and inspiration from this interview, whether you're a martial arts school owner or interested in starting your own concierge business.
2023-05-2216 minShow Me The NuggetsHow to Follow Up with Customers and Increase Your Revenue [Part 1] with Cris RodriguezIn this interview, Joe speaks with Cris Rodriguez, the owner and founder of Grow Pro Agency, a digital marketing company that specializes in social media and PPC marketing for martial arts schools. With years of experience in customer service and marketing, Cris has also developed a concierge service that does customer follow-ups for her clients. During the conversation, Cris shares her insights on the importance of customer follow-ups and the keys to her success running a concierge service. Whether you're a martial arts school owner looking to improve your online marketing or a service provider in...
2023-05-0123 min
GRUPORADIOCOMPLICES.COM29-03-2023 GRUPORADIOCOMPLICES.COM con FERNANDO RODRIGUEZ en "LA CHISTERA de GORRI", Miercoles a las 17.00 hoy con CRIS, "EDITORIAL4HOJAS"GRUPORADIOCOMPLICES.COM con FERNANDO RODRIGUEZ en "LA CHISTERA de GORRI", Miercoles a las 17.00 hoy con CRIS, "EDITORIAL4HOJAS"Un programa donde LA CULTURA disponde de un espacio, luz, reconocimiento, informacion, eventos, un lugar magico donde destacar, descubrir, emocionar, … Os espero…Prog 29-03-2023
2023-03-2953 minChildcare Business Growth PodcastChildcare Business Growth Podcast - Cris Rodriguez - 3 Mistakes Business Owners Make - Top Tips Edition: Episode 7Join Nick Williams and Cris Rodriguez to discuss The Top 3 Mistakes Business Owners Make!With 29 years of Martial Arts Experience and 22 years of Teaching Experience, Professor Cris Rodriguez is a 1st Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, 3rd Degree TKD Black Belt, and Co-Owns Gracie PAC MMA, a BJJ & MMA School in Tampa, Florida, with her wife Stephanie. She has been obsessed with Internet Marketing for the past 10 years and is the Founder of Grow Pro Agency, a Digital Marketing Agency for Martial Arts Academies with over 310 clients. As a Partner in Marketing with Schools, their c...
2022-12-1624 min
The Progressive Agency PodcastTime Saving Strategies for Entrepreneurs, with Cris RodriguezThis week on the Progressive Agency podcast, I welcome Cris Rodriguez to the show. After building a successful martial arts business, she accidentally fell into digital marketing. Now Cris shares her tips and strategies for running multiple growing businesses. Hear insights about: What caused Cris to look to paid digital ads as a brick and mortar business Why Cris chooses to have her entire team in person rather than remote What is the biggest financial lesson that Cris learned building a digital marketing agency Why martial arts champions often struggle to keep their business running What is the #1...
2022-04-2725 min
GRUPORADIOCOMPLICES.COM10-03-2022 RADIOCOMPLICES.COM con Fernando Rodriguez, REBELDE CON CAUSA, con ESTRELLA y DAVID ARCOS, invitada CRIS DE LA OSA, Actriz, cantante, profesora de baile...JUEVES a las 22:00RADIOCOMPLICES.COM con Fernando Rodriguez, REBELDE CON CAUSA, con ESTRELLA y DAVID ARCOS, invitada CRIS DE LA OSA, Actriz, cantante, profesora de baile...JUEVES a las 22:00, charla en plan complice para distendir y sacar una sonrisa, una singular forma de explicar, debatir, provocar, entrevista informal, monologo... en un tema actual, tan bonito como polemico Prog 10/03/2022
2022-03-112h 00
The Digital Agency Growth PodcastCris Rodriguez on Dominating Your NicheIt’s not too often I get to interview another grappler, but today is extra special because Cristina Rodriguez not only has multiple black belts, but she also has over ten years of experience in internet marketing, and she’s the founder of Grow Pro Agency. So she understands what it means to expand your niche and find new audiences. That’s why episode 120 of The Digital Agency Growth Podcast is about scaling your agency through relationships! Watch our new recorded video training: Relationship-Driven New Business At-ScaleIn this episode...
2022-02-2328 min
The Relentless CEO w/Adam Kifer#13 - Cris Rodriguez - Digital Marketing Best Practices for Martial Arts SchoolsWith 28 years of Martial Arts Experience and 21 years of Teaching Experience, Professor Cris Rodriguez is a 1st Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, 3rd Degree TKD Black Belt, and Co-Owns Gracie PAC MMA, a BJJ & MMA School in Tampa, Florida, with her wife Stephanie. She is the Founder of Grow Pro Agency, an Advertising Agency for Martial Arts Academies & Fitness Gyms. As a Partner in Marketing with Schools, their core focus is to help school owners gain the freedom they want in their business. Besides using her expertise in the agency world, Cris is also the Digital...
2021-03-0339 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 009 | Matt DoeIn this episode of Wide Awake Radio, Matt Doe discusses aspects of the creative process like perfectionism, constraints, and happy accidents to life in Canada during quarantine.
2021-02-2500 min
Seven Figure Agency Podcast with Josh NelsonAgency Success Interview with Cris RodriguezIn this Agency Success Interview, I chat with Cris Rodriguez from Grow Pro Agency. Listen to discover how she’s grown her agency from $32,000 in monthly recurring revenue (MRR) to over $65,000 MRR. Cris will be sharing how she lands + retains clients, how she delivers results, what her packages look like, and what [...]
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2021-02-1156 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 008 | YourEDM’s Matt MeadowIn this episode of Wide Awake Radio, YourEDM's Matt Meadow talks about recent issues pressing on the music industry, the blogosphere world, & his wild experiences working in EDM.
2021-02-1000 min
El CypherStimulate my stimulus Episode 56In this episode the guys meet during quarantine and share what they have been doing on the down time. Fey tells us about new coming tech that is going to be weird and that is going to change the game. Cris tells us how he thinks that radio waves are messing with his head. Alvin tells us how he went from being a young lad to be an "UNC"
2021-01-111h 14
Beyond the Mats & Mirrors2 - Cris Rodriguez from Gracie PAC MMACris Rodriguez, owner of Gracie PAC MMA out of Tampa, FL, breaks down what has made her school so successful. Learn the exact marketing strategies that Cris has implemented to her business which allows her desired lifestyle.
2021-01-0358 min
El CypherThe acidic trip episode 55In this episode our 2 time guest visit us after one year of recording and share with us some natural ways to have an existential trip. Fay shares what it was like to have an existential experience with the help of some root and shares the difference between having a herb and spiritual trip. Lismary tells us what stones are good for the focusing of inner energy. Edwin shares with us how he became a video game God & Cris tells us how to deal with your inner battles and demons.
2020-12-201h 21
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 007 | DanceSafe & Zendo ProjectWe sat down with DanceSafe's Kristin Karas and Zendo Project's Ryan Jay Beauregard to speak about harm reduction issues in the EDM community.
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2020-10-2800 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 006 | FRYARIn the sixth episode of Wide Awake Radio, we talk about Matt's family background, his most recent Wakaan EP with Mersiv, and more!
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2020-10-1600 min
Random Talk#13 Cris Rodriguez: Ecuador, sociedad y minimalismo.En este capítulo nos acompaña Cris Rodriguez es un ecuatoriano que actualmente cruza estudios en los Estados Unidos.
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2020-10-0341 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 005 | Super FutureThis Wide Awake Radio session, we talk about how Nick mastered his craft, his personal journey through spiritual awakening, & his very own Samsara Collective.
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2020-08-2100 min
El CypherCOVID on 20 Episode 54Cris and Fey bring it all out and hold nothing back about the pandemic. Cris tells us how some corporations are being sleazy with their workers. Fey tell us the way for you not to get your brains smashed by an angry pedestrian.
2020-08-1946 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 004 | WrecknoOn this month's #WideAwakeRadio we're featuring swiftly-rising bass artist, Wreckno, also known as Brandon Wisniski.
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2020-07-1600 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 003 | RavenscoonThis month, CE goes deep with Ravenscoon about relationships, politics, and art.
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2020-06-2200 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 002 | AplsozThis month, CE's founder and podcast radio host both got the chance to chat with Daytona-based underground bass music artist, APLSOZ.
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2020-05-2500 min
El CypherThe Hood Mansions 3In this episode we bring our comedian friend back in as he shares with us his experience in ground zero New York before it got worst with the pandemic. Fey tells us how scrapping your way out of a situation is sometime the only way to go through. Cris mentions a memory that struck in his thoughts throuhgout these times. Manii comes incognito and tells us how some time the best way is to stay, is strapped.
2020-04-2147 min
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2020-04-2159 min
Wide Awake RadioWide Awake Radio | Ep. 001 | MizeThis month, we're so happy to debut our very first podcast episode with rising bass producer Ian Evans, or MIZE as he's popularly known.
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2020-04-2000 min
Off The Beaten Podcast#21 - Women in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu w/ Cris RodriguezHello Friends! This episode is the continuation of the conversation I (@Dionsmusica) had with Cris Rodriguez (@grlnxdr2513) back in February. Cris is a former EMT, currently working in a hospital in the Chicagoland area. Chicago has an amazingly active and vibrant Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community, that even includes stars at the pinnacle of the Mixed Martial Arts activity. I haven't yet had the opportunity to talk about Chicago Jiu Jitsu for any length of time with previous guests, so I was intrigued to hear about Cris' BJJ journey, as well as her perceptive on the activity and sport as a...
2020-04-161h 31
El CypherCorona DowntimeThe Trio gets back on this episode during the quarantine. Jean joins in from Florida and shares with us how being a dad and having some hood tendencies could save you in the future to come. Fey tell us how some conspiracy theorist are having the last laugh. Cris tell us how he opened a pandoras box that he can no longer close.
2020-04-0359 min
Off The Beaten Podcast#17 - The St. Valentine's Day Massacre with Cris RodriguezHello Friends! This week I had the pleasure to sit and chat with Cris Rodriguez (@grlnxdr2513). Cris is a former EMT, currently working in a hospital in the Chicagoland area. Valentine's Day has just passed, and I reached out on social media for anyone who was interested in talking about the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, and Cris answered the call. She'd been watching the docuseries Making The Mob: Chicago and was totally excited at the prospect of talking mobsters and murder. While getting there, we touch on a bunch of other topics. Also, I lost a chunk of the audi...
2020-02-191h 52
The Lodgz PodcastEP 23 - with Cris Reed | Esports Startup AdvisorCris Reed is an esports startup advisor, podcast host & content creator. Our conversation focuses mainly on content creation on platforms such as Tik Tok & LinkedIn. Cris also provides insight & advice to startup founders & entrepreneurs including pitching to VC’s & his thoughts on raising capital.Connect with the show:Follow Cris on LinkedInFollow Cris on TwitterFollow Juan on LinkedInFollow Juan on TwitterFollow Juan on Instagram
2020-01-071h 25
El CypherYoung Rec ExecsJoin us on this episode as we bring RJ and Lejuan from Young rec execs a up and coming hip hop group from Charlotte NC touring around the country sharing their good taste in music. Cris tells us the play that he is involved in. Our guest RJ shares with us what his drive consist off in waking up every day. Lejuan kicks a freestyle without a beat. Fey tell us how he coped with depression and what he had to accomplish in himself to do so.
2019-12-0459 min
El CypherThe shorty perspectiveIn this video we bring the girls in! as our guests; Jessica an entrepreneur in the world of insurance, tells us what she thinks her man should be able to handle for an recreational relationship. Yambi tells us how everything now days is so uptight and serious and how people do not take sarcasm anymore. Zacho shines a light on the Vegas episodes and takes us on a ride through memory lane. Fey opens up and tells us how VR is going to revolutionize and open the mind to how man and woman understand each other more effectively . Cris...
2019-10-221h 16
El CypherSecond ChancesIn this Video we bring Alonso Castro CEO of Galera Vieja Tequila and Michael Wagner Pitmaster at a Midwood Smokehouse a top 5 BBQ spot in the Carolinas. Alonso tells us what event changed is life for the better and what he is doing to get he best out of everyday and how he went from an ex gangster/felon to a CEO of a recognized tequila company. Michael shares how he came to be in NC. Cris tells us how he got everyone is his courtcase to laugh at him in court. Fey tells us how he became one wi...
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The BJJ Mental Coach Podcast with Gustavo DantasEP 70 - Gritty Mindset | Jitz University Founder Cris Rodriguez
Cris Rodriguez is a 2nd-degree Black Belt. She is the co-owner of Gracie PAC MMA in Tampa, Florida, the founder of Jitz University 2.0 and the CEO of Gro Pro Digital Marketing agency.
She talked about the imposter syndrome, the importance of finding a mentor that is living the life you want to live,
and the concept of the three “T’s” to success.
My takeaway from the interview came when I asked her: how does jiu-jitsu relate to life? And her answer inspired to title this episode “Gritty Mindset”. (G-R-I-T-T-Y)
Stick arou...
2019-09-221h 14
El CypherThe last of the MejicansJoin us in this episode where the guys at el cypher share some moments from Lil Vics block birthday party. Cris tells us how he got the taco man heated by ordering 11 tacos right at closing time. Fey goes deep into perspective as he shares with us one of his major pet peeves when he is in a restaurant waiting for his food. Episode about humility and being respectful to others... cause you never know.
2019-08-261h 29El CypherA systematic look of thingsWelcome to our second episode where we go in depth about topics that touch some of us. Fay speaks about how the southerners keep the government at bay in their own way of being revels. Cris tells us how he got bullied when he was younger. Manii returns with us as a guest and shares some memories with us. Missing some part at the end sorry guys lost it in transit
2019-08-1859 min
El CypherOff Topic with Kickin & StreamingJoin us on this collaboration with our guy at Kickin & Streaming podcast as we take this episode on another direction by talking about our favorite shows we like to binge watch. Fay tells us how Alter Carbon was a show that goes into layers of darkness with a twist that will blow your mind. Graham tells us how he called in sick to work once to binge watch Board walk empire. Cris tells us how if you do not like watching ball sacks in your face and tits flopping up in the air why you should not watch Spartacus or...
2019-06-251h 05
El CypherTacos & TechWe bring you to another episode of El Cypher, as we take this into a technology stand point. The guys share Taco Tuesday together and their beliefs of where technological advancements may take us in the future. Fey tells us how the future will evolve once sex robots are as real as people. Cris tells us the best spot in the queen city to get some banging tacos for a reasonable price. Manii tells us how our generation might be the one that experiences time travel and openly encounters with another race or planet. Alvin tells us how the porn...
2019-06-121h 05El CypherThe Fumes of HoodnessJoin us on this new episode where the guys at El Cypher take this solo episode to start a new leaf in this podcast. As we open up to the listeners and share some insights on the podcast movement and how doing collab work is the means to growing. Cris tells us how a road hill made his head automatically play the song "Final countdown" eveytime he approached it in his bicycle. Fey shares with us the different types of songs that would ignite the fumes of hoodness to come out of a person.
2019-06-021h 24
El CypherTHE Vegas AftermathJoin us on the lost episode from Vegas. Bringing in new stories and new people in the mix. Cris tries to get picked up by an antique shorty that went out with Elvis at the Hotel bar. Fey joins in the ranks of a street magician for a a day just to fu$& with people. Zach doubles down in the casino and in the next guys trip and win. Shoutouts: Eduardo B. From Monterrey Mexico. Gator from Florida. Jeanette from Charlotte. Chachy and Roundeye from Shanghai China.
2019-04-111h 04
El CypherConsistently InconsistentJoin us on this hilarious twist of events as the guys share some point of views on relationships and how men loose their mojo when they get into a manipulative relationship. Fey tells us about how women loose respect for man that don’t portray a backbone. Alvin smacks the make up of some shorty in a wild sex ride. Cris tells us about the party.
2019-04-091h 23
El CypherOur Caesar walkJoin us on this episode as the guys in El Cypher hit up Vegas and record on the Caesars Palace in. Cris tells us about the. Vegas effect and how it impacted the supposed to be aired podcast episode for the 29th. Zach shares his insight on drinking for a cause & Fey tells us how this trip has taken us to push for another episode with a little more time to get more into detail about our experience in Vegas.
2019-04-0219 min
El CypherThe Vegas Hood MansionJoin us on this epic episode where the guys come together and share some interesting topics. Guest El Zacho comes in and tells how his day to day, living in a sky-rise next to a homeless shelter could have its interesting but never dull moments. Cris tells us how he got more than what he was bargain for on a cloudy night in a bar after some drinks. Fay hypes the guys up about taking an episode to the Sin city for the first time in the City of Vegas and bringing El Cypher to another level.
2019-03-201h 31
El CypherA Second OpinionOn this episode the guys at El Cypher speak about their different reactions from different type of scenarios. Cris, Fay, Julio & Manii bring us to a listen on some of their experiences in the night scene.
2019-03-081h 15
El CypherPerceptionJoining the PODCAST for the first time Julio young entrepreneur and business owner from the Dominican Republic, as he shares what is like when someone respects and values their time. Fay takes us to another plane in a pimplicity type of way. Cris tells us how he manages to cope with some feelings that he has never experienced before.
2019-03-081h 24
El CypherThe other side of the tracksWelcome to another episode where the guys at El Cypher bring you more stories that will bring you to your knees. On this segment the guys share their different point of views on the codenames: “junkies” and some of their experiences they’ve all had with this breed. Fay brings us up to speed for all the Game of Thrones fans and announces the return of “Juan Nieves” Matt recalls a funny high school memory he had while him and Cris were at the cafeteria. Cris tells us how he contributed to start a food fight for the first time in his lif...
2019-02-191h 26
El CypherExistential or extraterrestrialBringing back some cast members from the previous episode, Edwin & Lismary . and they also bring their dog Kronos as we baptize him as the official mascot for this episode. Taking this episode to another direction , Fay tells us how we are all on a spiritual ride or journey from another existence and we continue to return to earth for things,people or experiences. Cris tells us how Dogs would be the biggest snitches if they were able to talk. Lismary shares her views of growing up the only female in a house full of boys.
2019-02-111h 18
El CypherA bug’s life parodyIn this episode the cast talk about their different experiences with bugs and the ones they seem to dislike or hate the most. : Fay gets stung by a bee on the Di%# !!! New guests: Lismary a young entrepreneur massage therapist shares some of her creepiest experiences that come with the job. Edwin a graphic designer shares his stories and point of views that makes all of the cast reflect and acknowledge. Alvin tells us how he got ant handled when he was playing hide and seek. Cris shares some of his experiences he had because of being big with wasps...
2019-02-061h 02
El CypherThe only Hood Nig@$An episode of some laughs where our guests code name “El Zacho” share with us some of his restaurant week stories in the queen city. Cris tells us how he managed to turn up with an owner of a popular law firm while being himself. Victor shows us his betting skills as he match a bet with el zacho over a girls text and the result... priceless & Fay predicts the future as he calls what the girl would do and in how long.
2019-01-241h 38
El CypherQueen city freestyle spoofsA round of some freestyles from the house. Some spoofs for you to enjoy.
2019-01-1703 min
El CypherQueen City MixerJoin us on this episode as we bring in a new guest Dj Banko bringing the music in the back ground and giving us the vibe for the whole night. Also a special thanks to everyone that has been listening to our podcast and sharing our thoughts with your friends and family. Stay tuned as we are moving into a new year with some projects that are in place. We also have more videos coming up.
2019-01-171h 46El CypherSurvival tips from CrisThe guys bring us a plot twist as Cris talks about his fat boy survival tactics when he went to state prison, the people he got to meet and how he almost got stabbed for a Lucy. Fey shares his knowledge on natural medicine that can help people that are on the verge of depression or just simply in a dark place.
2019-01-101h 18
El CypherThe cook out plugWelcome to episode 26 where the guys at El Cypher start 2019 with the first episode of the year “The cookout plug” with our first episode of the new year. We bring back Alvin to start the right Cypher vibes correct for this year. Stories of the end of the year rain from different sides. Alvin tells us how he had a blast at the end of the year party with a random shorty. Cris tells us how the workers at cook-out thought he was up to no good when he was just hungry and twisted. Fey tells us how the shorties nowa...
2019-01-061h 15
El CypherT Bag TostadaWe open this episode with some stories that will bring listeners to their feet or should we say, “to their knees”. In this segment we bring a special guest that recorded with us from Florida. Jean Michael Santana, a father, server and an anomaly. Jean shows us his versions of some of our favorite songs, and tells us how he got written up by HR in shitty way “literally”. Fey tells us how when women say “we need to talk” it really means they need to talk. Cris recalls waiting on a red light and reminiscing about a Jean moment and started...
2018-12-3148 min
El CypherThe kick off !Welcome to our 25th episode where we start broadcasting the podcast on YouTube for viewing. Starting into a new direction, the guys at El Cypher want to share some more stories that bring a smile to your face as they share some of their life stories and situations. Alvin comes in and is part of the kick off as he tells us a little more about the different point of views of his comedy and stand up game. Cris tells us how he manages a work language and a home language. Fay brings the audience to stand as he keep...
2018-12-221h 16
El CypherWe made it!Welcome to our BIG 24 as we welcome our guests, Don Castro an ex gang member who is now a CEO of a brand company importing to 5 states and 3 countries with his family recipe of blue agave tequila. Emperor Omari Jibri tells us how the different laws for Indian reservations hold different under federal law, while on American soil. Cris asks for advice for a very religious friend, and Fey brings the podcast listeners up to knowledge.
2018-12-0143 min
El CypherThe triple threatWelcoming our 23rd episode with someone that you’ve heard from before in this podcast. Fey talks to us about the RUT and how not to get fuc@&# or messed up by a horny deer. Alvin goes on a super munchies spree on Cook-Out burgers & Cris gets his pickle dilled by one of his managers in the big fridge at the store.
2018-11-3057 min
El CypherRole modelsBringing in another episode where we talk about different role models one has growing up. Kachy recalls a teacher that inspired her to be a teacher later in life. Fey talks how his boss growing up used to like to hang out with him and get into all sorts of things. Cris calls out his one perfect job and how he used to hit up the keg after a hard day at work.
2018-11-131h 02
El CypherA Beer fest limp-tuation !On this episode we celebrate the big TWO- OH with a full studio, with some people that have been with us before and also some new ones. Alvin says how he’s dick would not comprehend to the owners demand when he was in Amsterdam. Kin folk says how he has managed to switch the script when he sees a cop. Cris talks about how he cannot stay on script with fancy words without the hood coming out of him. Thank you for listening and showing love. Hope you guys enjoy !
2018-11-041h 08
Full Contact Nerd InterviewsLatin American horror movies – “The Migration and Politics of Monsters in Latin American Cinema” (Palgrave Macmillan, 2018) – Gabriel Eljaiek-Rodriguez interviewGabriel Eljaiek-Rodriguez teaches Spanish and Latin American studies at the New School in Atlanta, GA. We spoke about his latest book on the politics of Latin American horror films. 1:04 – Gabriel talks about how he got into studying horror and monstrosity. He discusses the kind of horror cinema that can be found in Colombia … <a href="http://crisalvarez.com/2018/10/31/latin-american-horror-movies-the-migration-and-politics-of-monsters-in-latin-american-cinema-palgrave-macmillan-2018-gabriel-eljaiek-rodriguez-interview-artanddesignsff-episode-81/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Latin American horror movies – “The Migration and Politics of Monsters in Latin American Cinema” (Palgrave Macmillan, 2018) – Gabriel Eljaiek-Rodriguez interview</span> <span class...
2018-11-0100 min
El CypherThe McfayrianThis episode brings in new topics and more stories from el cypher as fay lays knowledge on you f%#*s as to how to get in the end-zone and leave the friend zone. New guest; papi conditioner comes through the podcast for the first time and shares his thoughts on interracial dating and Cris tells us the math on the ratio for women to men.
2018-10-261h 13El CypherCanned HAMSIn this episode for the podcast, we have two guests from before join us once more, as we speak on different topics. Like Cris describing how he had to choose between running through someone or picking them up. Fey speaks about his memoirs of when used to box in NY. Mani tells us how statistically speaking, the Colombians hit the hardest in boxing. Follow us on fb @ El Cypher
2018-10-171h 06
El CypherReady to grow or nah?Fey: We tried for the first time recording and episode with a guest over the phone. we had our guy Jose from the Recruiting game and he gave us some insight on how to get the job and how to bring the right tools to get in the door anywhere you are applying to. Cris speaks on one time he got jumped in school and did not know english to ask for assistance.
2018-10-1637 min
El CypherGhost PimpinKicking of the month of October with a pre halloween month special where Cris talks about how cock blocking his mom got himself involved in a creepy night. Fey remembers a traumatic and horrific moment as he ate some fritura in a DR truck stop.
2018-10-1053 min
El CypherWhat is Love ?On this episode Fey gives us his take on relationships and our roles within them, Kachy curses men for all eternity, and cris recalls when he bandalized a generals vehicle before his trip to the US.
2018-09-291h 06
El CypherHow eating A$$ kept my shortyOn this episode we bring someone new into our mix, Kelvin Peña from Ripiao Podcast as he talks what its like to run a podcast and sharing his experience in the Tipico scene. Also we hear back from sammy from our episode “A trip to the motherland” as he mentions his secret for girls never to leave him. Cris talks about when he had a middle school girlfriend when he was in high school and Fey talks about he’s experience with the Monster “BFC” can.
2018-09-211h 06
El CypherA trip to the MotherlandOn this episode we bring special guest sammy as he shares with El Cypher his recent trip to the motherland, how he managed to accomplish his fantasy with $140 bucks and kept the devotion for his 3rd cousin strong. Cris speaks on the level of savagery it takes to be a person like our guest. Fey explains the meaning of Pika.
2018-09-121h 37
El CypherUnited in debt we standComing on this episode we share some interesting stories about being an adult and having to pay a college debt, Our guests Zach and Alvin share some stories that all guys should to go through at-least once before they have a family. Fey shares his point of view on getting an education in a field one is not even going to pursue, and Cris mixes hydrocodone and beer in mid cast and tells us a bit about “when stunting goes wrong”
2018-09-111h 07
El CypherWomen Rights LOLOn this episode we join our special guest Zach and Alvin on a chat about women’s rights in todays society, Cris speaks about an experience with an women activist, Fey shares sense into the universe as he shares his logical point of view on women’s rights.
2018-09-101h 06
El CypherAves CorruptasEpisode en ESPAÑOL In this episode we try something different as 90% of the podcast is in Spanish. Our special guest Boca Chula shares some insight on his views on same sex encounters towards himself. Cris shares how he managed to swerve on some flamboyant encounters, Fey recalls how one song opened the feathery gates of Washington Heights.
2018-09-0542 min
El CypherBrothers from another motherWe welcome in this podcast 3 special guests. Bam-bam, Caine, and Snowed da Bunny as we look into Bam- bam’s and Caines point of view on todays social stigma, Cris speaks about how he met Bam for the first time, and Caine gives us some insights from a retired pimp turned activist.
2018-09-011h 04
El CypherIs that your Roach?Join us on a late night sesh as Cris shares how he managed to keep guys away from his anus in jail, fey has a laugh attack that knocks him down and has an epiphany of how Hollywood portrays prison in the movies.
2018-08-2933 minEl CypherJust a bitter-sweetIn this episode we tried something a little different as we always enjoy having guests over sharing some of their point of views and stories with us. Here Cris and Fey just Cypher on their own. Cris recalls the first time he lied to avoid a whooping, Fey tells us how he managed to get some shrimp during a shoot out at his pops restaurant. ( our stories are not meant to be biased or discriminative to a certain group or person with disability) ITS JUST NONSENSE!
2018-08-2852 min
El CypherHood AngelsOn this episode P Diddy comes through to share some financial knowledge on you fucks, Cris speaks about his encounter with some hood angels, and Fey talks about a dark spiritual moment in his childhood.
2018-08-2651 min
El CypherCharlotte LIT generationIn this episode special guest manii comes through and we dive in on the culture change in Charlotte, Cris pepper sprays a whole household, and Fey crowns Cris as a maze connoisseur.
2018-08-2657 min
El CypherThe Walk OutIn this Episode we have another special guest with us. Victor R. Who shares some of his stories being a super Dad, Cris recalls of sometime where he was involved in a walkout at his high school, Alvin G joins us for second time as he later joins and share his angle on all that’s happening around at the time of the walk out.
2018-08-2353 min
El CypherCultural ClashIn this episode Cris recalls how Compare Foods brought the Dominican wave to Charlotte and made the Dominican population Skyrocket. Alvin gets caught on top of a fence playing hide and seek and Fey has an encounter with a rabid animal.
2018-08-2359 min2018-08-2300 min
El CypherThe Coquito WarsWelcome to our first episode, introducing a special guest in this podcast that will be sharing some of his insights on the standup comedy world and some stories to put a smile on our faces. A young comedian from Charlotte NC who also happens to be related to Cris and Fey and that memories keep growing strong with every time. We Welcome you to an episode of stories,facts and nonsense ALL done with the twist of Bilingual culture, and like the name of the podcast so are the episodes, also to keep in mind all episodes are recorded from...
2018-08-231h 062018-08-2200 min
Cállate y VendeEpisodio 066- No Compitas... ¡Colabora! (Invitado Especial: Cris Urzua)¡De novato a #CabronDeLasVentas! Acompáñame a disfrutar esta conversación con Cris Urzua donde platicamos nuestras historias, retos y mejores tips para que te desarrolles como Vendedor(a). ¡Hay un regalo para ti en este Episodio! Utiliza el código gripafeliz al adquirir el curso en línea y si eres una de las primeras diez personas en adquirirlo te regalaré una sesión de mentoría por Skype (con valor de $200 dólares) totalmente gratis. Curso de Ventas online http://bit.ly/CursoCYV Link a los Epi...
2018-07-161h 03