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Barrio Boyz PodcastS2E8: Gatekeeping Part IIThe boys are back and revisit gatekeeping. The gatekeepers will continue to do their thing but they gonna need a bigger gate.2023-11-2740 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E7: We're BackWe were gone for about 3+ months but are back! Ernesto went through growing pains starting an org but is turning the corner. Nathan got a new job, is creating again, and oh yeah did we mention he got engaged? The boyz been enjoying the fruits of their individual grinds.2023-10-1637 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E6: Role ModelsThis time we talking role models. What does it mean, do we need them? How do we as brown men navigate this world as it relates to roles models, mentors, and everything else.2023-06-1948 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E6: GriefThe Boyz are back in town and we catch up on our latest ventures. Puerto Rico, wedding season and a Mana concert. We then hold space to talk about how we have been taught to grieve and how we deal with that process. Whether its through experience or by leaning on faith we have a conversation on how we handle that and go through the tough times. As always appreciate y'all listening! Peace!
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BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com for inquiries2023-05-0832 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E5: BEEFWe're back with another episode of The Barrio Boyz Podcast! We recently finished watching Netflix's new show, BEEF. Great show with many relatable themes. Control, big brother syndrome, identity and much more! Some life updates from the Boyz and things to look forward to! Let us know on social what you think!
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2023-04-1735 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E4: When Life Kicks You in the đ„Talking that real sh*t. Life knocks you down but it's all about how do you respond? Brown boys have different challenges, through the power of community, you can get through it all though. 2023-03-2747 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E3: Dating in the BarrioTryna get back in the game? Ernesto is. Nathan gave his expertise from back when he was single running through all the barrios. Life remains busy but there is love out there. For now though we'll settle for a date in 2 months for our boi E.2023-03-0643 minBarrio Boyz PodcastS2E2: It's bigger than black and brownWe are back and it's Black History Month. Make sure to celebrate Black History everyday all year long, not just 28 days...
All these heritage months can get a little weird but ultimately we gotta decide how we celebrate and make sure it doesn't just get consolidated into 28-30days.2023-02-2750 minBarrio Boyz PodcastSeason 2 Episode 1: Jordan Year '232023 gotta be different. The Barrio Boyz will be trying something new while still staying true to its core. 2 episodes a month, more guests and maybe a little bit more fun. All in all whether you listened to us once or are a loyal listener, The Barrio Boyz are excited for a year of growth with y'all. Let's build together and if y'all wanna join us in a convo, you can always reach out to us!
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Across all platforms: @BarrioBoyzPod2023-01-1643 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp23: Adios 2022, see y'all in 2023!So life really stays busy haha so again apologies for the late upload on this episode. in the upcoming year we are switching to a bi-monthly upload, we want to stay consistent and we truly appreciate everyone that listens and promotes the pod, y'all the best!
This year has been an interesting one for the Barrio Boyz, lots of good and some bad but a echarle ganas!
Thank you for a wonderful 2022 and we will see y'all soon in 2023! GRACIAS!!!!2022-12-2345 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 22: The HolidaysWe stay thankful for each and every one of y'all who listen to us. Whether its on a jog or you sit on the porcelain throne, we appreciate ya. The World Cup is also going on and Ernesto's sleep schedule is all types of messed up. Nathan did a getaway with his partner. Catch up with us and again thank you for listening!
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-11-2950 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 21: That Blue CheckmarkEy first of all, appreciate everyone for their patience. I'll be honest, its been a wild month and had to take a week off to just get some personal and work things in order. Thanks y'all and we'll discuss more in other episodes. - Ernesto
Social media is often viewed as this fantasy world of mostly bad but some see it as a magnifier of one's true character. That infamous blue checkmark made its way around the world these past few weeks but when it first came out it changed the world. The clout chasing is real...2022-11-2236 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 20: Growing Up FastSometimes the city pushes you to grow up faster than most. When you are stuck between a wall and a hard place, decisions are made. Chicagoans are built different and we share our stories growing up here.
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-11-1153 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 19: InfidelityThe Boyz touch on a very touchy subject (badum tss), cheating. Why do men do it, we go thru scenarios that may or may not happen, we just shoot the sh!t this episode. Y'all have a safe and happy Halloween. See y'all next week. Peace
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Email inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-10-3129 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 18: SacrificesThe journey of life and success require some form of sacrifice. What's that old saying, "If it were easy, anyone can do it?" The burden of sacrificing because of who we are can sometimes be too much, tbh some thrive on it. What's your take on this? Have you ever sacrificed so much and gotten nothing? Or did you get it all? Let's talk about it.
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-10-2459 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEP 17: A Conversation with Stephanie HernandezTeachers play an amazing and influential part in everyone's life. Whether positive or negative, their role in society carries a lot of importance and with that, pressure. Stephanie Hernandez was Nathan's teacher and this conversation takes a deep dive into that student-teacher dynamic and how the education system has evolved over time.
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-10-1751 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 16: La FamiliaThe family experience is different for everyone. We both learned a lot from our families and continue to develop new experiences with them. We even touched on "Chosen Families" and how that has played on our lives. At the end of the day, family is something we all have and have to learn to deal with, some more than others.
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-10-101h 08Barrio Boyz PodcastEp15: Hispanic Heritage Month? Latino? Latine? Latinx?First of all we want to apologize for the audio issues in our past episode. Not gonna lie to y'all, it was a long week but we are back! In this episode we chop it up and talk about the month all of us are "given" "Hispanic Heritage Month". Is it really a month though? What do y'all even think about it? What about the label hispanic? Do y'all use that or something else? Would love to hear y'alls thoughts on this! DM us your thoughts!
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@BorrioBoyzPod on all socials2022-10-0337 minBarrio Boyz PodcastQuick UpdateYour Boy was sick last week (Ernesto) and coming back from a trip to the motherland. Your other Boy (Nathan) went from moving out to not moving out that same week. Life comes at you fast but that's exactly what life is about. Appreciate y'alls messages about the episode not dropping last week. The Boyz are back are ready for more! Vamos!
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-09-2649 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 14: Let's Talk About SchoolThe Boyz are back (more context in our update episode)! School is arguably one of the most important aspects of a person's life. The experiences that the Boyz had were different but led to very similar situations. Did you enjoy school? Was it for you? Are you pursuing a Masters? Doctorate? What about trade school? Whatever your journey is, we urge y'all to keep grinding and don't give up! Ponganse las pilas!
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-09-2657 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 13: A Conversation with Jorge SaldarriagaFor today's episode we we're joined by the homie, Jorge. Throughout the conversation we realized that Jorge is quite the busy guy. Why is that? How does he stay motivated? How does he navigate and how has he navigated obstacles that come at him? We chopped it up and learned a little bit more about Jorge and all his endeavors. Definitely take a look at all his hard work (socials below) and support! Gracias
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2022-09-1258 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 12: A Conversation with Rosalba ValdezChicago's very own Rosalba Valdez joins the Barrio Boyz for a conversation around activism, mental health, music and more!
Let's show some support and love by seeing Rosalba at her next show or by getting some merch!
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-09-0530 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp11: Latino SuccessAs one continues on their journey we need that North Star to guide us toward our goals. That journey can often times be easier when your guide is someone that looks like you and had a similar upbringing as you. That's what we are exploring in this episode. Who we see as a success and how they've impacted us. Gatekeeping? No bueno. Not helping someone out? We don't do that here. Unidos llegamos mas lejos.
Take it easy.
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-08-3047 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp10: What do y'all fear?You afraid of spiders? Heights? Maybe you are afraid of failing... Whatever the case may be, we're here to talk about it. Join us as we talk about our biggest fears and offer some solutions into confronting those fears. Appreciate everyone's support! Thank you and take it easy!
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Barrio Boyz PodcastEp 9: Impostor SyndromeNever forget, somos chingon3s. Society often tells/shows us that we do not belong in certain spaces. We don't believe in that. Don't get it twisted, doubt creeps into our heads but we need to remind ourselves and our friends that not only do we belong but we have every right to own these spaces too. It aint easy but the more we instill the confidence and values of this to future generations, the less we will see of this in our people.
Appreciate y'all joining the journey.
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...2022-08-1544 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 8: Real FriendsReal friends, how many of us?
How many of us, how many jealous? Real friends
It's not many of us, we smile at each other
But how many honest? Trust issues
These Kanye West lyrics hit at the core of today's episode. How do we view friendship? What does it mean to us? Friendships are, as we call it, "Chosen Family", but what does that entail? Join us as we converse about the intricacies of friendships and maybe you'll be asking yourself what they mean to you.
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2022-08-0848 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 7: We All Eat Beans.Sometimes it be your own. Ernesto (Mexican) and Nathan (Puerto Rican) talk about the complexities both our cultures face and why there's this  narrative that we do not get along. Whatever the reasons may come up. we know that it is some real BS and the Boyz know that we're stronger together. At the end of the day, we all eat beans.
Appreciate y'all clicking play and subscribing to the pod.
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Email Inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-08-0144 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 6: Barrio Chicas- Men are TrashIn this episode of the Barrio Boyz Podcast we are joined by two Chignonas: Zindy Marquez (@ZindyMarquez) and Cynthia Valentin (@CValen3). We chopped it up and discussed time's biggest question: Are men trash? Maybe they are, maybe they aren't. One thing is fr sure: as men we can do better and here at the pod we will do better. So are men trash? Let us know!
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@BarrioBoyzPod across all platforms!2022-07-2555 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 5: Healthy LifestylesIn this episode of the Barrio Boyz Podcast, we take a look at our current lifestyle and decide to make some positive changes. Health and wellness is a topic rarely talked about in our communities. The boys get real for a minute and make some promises to themselves and hope y'all keep us accountable. As always thank you for listening!
Email inquiries: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-07-1853 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEp 4: A Conversation with Jesus J. MonteroIn this episode of The Barrio Boyz Podcast we chop it up with our good friend Chuy! Jesus J. Montero has many titles: journalist, content creator, community builder, you name it he has probably held that title. We hope that you enjoy our FIRST guest appearance on the pod. If you want to follow our boy Chuy, check him out @jesusjmontero!
Email inquiries: barrioboyzpod@gmail.com2022-07-1140 min
Barrio Boyz PodcastEp3: InsecuritiesWe all have insecurities. Physical, emotional, professional, whatever it may be it is good to acknowledge them and find ways to overcome them. In this episode the Barrio Boyz get real with y'all and open up about something they feel insecure about. Take a listen and as always feel free to DM us with any comment or question!
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@BarrioBoyzPod across all platforms 2022-07-0442 minBarrio Boyz PodcastEP2: C.R.E.A.M/Let's talk Money.On this episode of the Barrio Boyz Podcast we talk about money. Right now we are DEFINITELY STRUGGLING out here with this inflation. Nonetheless we talk about our money habits, our family's habits and some of the methods we see our cultures work with money (ie. TANDAS). Money is a sensitive issue, especially in our communities, however its imperative that we talk and learn so that we can lead the breaking of the cycle.
The system purposefully use non "user-friendly" language to make it as unappealing to the common person as possible. Let's change that.
...2022-06-2847 minBarrio Boyz PodcastWhat Is Love?How do you love? Love is wild, but there's more to "love" than what we think there is. There's love languages, loving yourself, loving a partner and loving the homies. Understanding these concepts will lead to a healthier relation with others but most importantly yourself. Que viva el amor!
Pongase las pilas!
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Email us at: BarrioBoyzPod@gmail.com2022-06-2053 minBarrio Boyz PodcastIntro Episode: Who Are The Barrio Boyz?Not really our first episode but more of a get to know us "episode". We are two Latino friends from Chicago who are here to talk about some "taboo" subjects. See, taboo can mean anything in our culture but what we want to do is help normalize Latino men talking about heavy subjects. Whether is self love, finances, systemic oppressions or balancing expectations between ones self and family; we are here to talk about it all. We also love to banter so join the us and let us know what you think!
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What Gives?S01 EP4 - Taking Care Of Your Neighbors - with Ernesto Gonzalez & Nathan Cordero, My Block My Hood My CityThere is no organization quite like this one in Chicago. In this episode, Nathan Cordero and Ernesto Gonzalez talk about the great city of Chicago, and how M3 harnesses the spirit of community and the simple act of helping your neighbor to make an incredible impact. M3 constantly shifts to meet the needs of the community - whether it is health disparities, youth mentorship, pandemic-related relief, or shoveling snow. It's about the simplest acts of kindness.You can find My Block My Hood My City here:https://www.formyblock.org/Facebook: https://www...2021-02-2427 min