Alternate Take with Danny Mancera

Danny talks with Producer JB about how long we've seen each other since his move to Vegas, the Manti Te'o Documentary - ‘Untold' on Netflix, the decline of Southern California, Danny's unique post sex ritual, some reminiscing on our journey as roommates/producers of Alternate Take, our favorite podcast memories, what to expect from the podcast going forward. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. Also, check out our new YouTube Channel “Alternate Take” ! Link below. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64d9I5E8646MGZ1E3lRCdQ https://www.instagram.com/johnbartolone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Professional Golf Instructor - George Gankas, about how he got into golf, how golf is much more mechanical/technical compared to other sports, George's reasoning on why people play really good golf, how and when he started teaching/instructing golf, how he maintains enthusiasm for all his clients ranging from kids to celebrities, George's key lessons on how to get better at the mental game within golf, George's tips for beginners/intermediates when going to the range for an effective practice, how technology has allowed George to become an even better instructor, how all pro golfers understand the game of golf more than mechanics/technique of golf, George's coaching approach ranging from the least talented to the most talented golfers, the difference of golf swings between men and women, George's take on The Masters 2022, and his golfer Matthew Wolff. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. Also, check out our new YouTube Channel “Alternate Take” ! Link below. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64d9I5E8646MGZ1E3lRCdQ https://www.instagram.com/georgegankasgolf/ https://www.facebook.com/georgegankasgolf/ https://twitter.com/georgegankas https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqixnK_dH7fqXB2sNt54SsA http://www.georgegankas.golf --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with UFC Fighter in the bantamweight division - Victor Henry, about how he got into martial arts, his upbringing in South Gate (CA), a big crossroads in Victor's life, how it's been for Victor to be training under UFC great Josh Barnett, his first pro fight, why he's motivated to fight, why the UFC was so late to picking up Victor Henry, his UFC Debut at UFC 270 where defeated top bantamweight Raoni Barcelos, why being an entertaining fighter is so important, what Victor expects in his UFC future, why we at Alternate Take respect Victor, the difference between the UFC and prior promotions he has fought for, Victor's fighting style and how he's able to maneuver within the pocket, what's next for Victor in the UFC, how to draw attention as a professional fighter without being fake, and Victor's sponsors. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. Also, check out our new YouTube Channel “Alternate Take” ! Link below. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64d9I5E8646MGZ1E3lRCdQ https://www.instagram.com/victorhenrymma/ https://twitter.com/victorhenrymma?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/VictorHenryMMA https://www.ufc.com/athlete/victor-henry https://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Victor-Henry-52195 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWi1TxidB0k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCvIueOeXaw --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny (joined by his brother-in-law Dylan Bennett) talks with the rally car racing legend - Tanner Foust, about his upbringing across the country and overseas, how Tanner fell in love with cars, the early days of Tanner Foust, how tough it is to enter the business of motorsports without a roadmap or a nest egg, the documentary Formula 1: Drive to Survive, how big rally car racing is internationally vs here in the U.S, Tanner's X-Games history, RallyCross, the extra things a driver has to do to market themselves, Tanner's hit TV Show ‘Life in the Foust Lane', Tanner's world breaking stunts he's done for Hot Wheels, what drew Tanner's interest specifically to rally cars, Tanner's career as a stuntman, Jalil Jay Lynch, Tanner's mindset about driving, what inspires Tanner now as a veteran driver, Tanner's biggest injury, Tanner's recent race in Saudi Arabia racing for McLaren, Tanner's work for the Fast & the Furious franchise and as of recent John Wick 4, RallyCross Series, racing electric cars vs traditional cars, and Tanner's affiliation with Rockstar. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.instagram.com/tannerfoust/ https://www.instagram.com/34tangofoxtrot/ https://twitter.com/tannerfoust https://www.facebook.com/tannerfoustracing https://tannerfoust.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanner_Foust https://www.youtube.com/user/tannerfoustracing https://www.instagram.com/pdb_319/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the Offensive Coordinator of Jackson State - Brett Bartolone, about how the community of Jackson (MS) has welcomed him with open arms in his first year, how long we have known each other, where he grew up, how football got into his life, the details of his playing and coaching career, Brett's mindset when he played football and how it correlates with him now coaching football, how grateful Brett is to have had the experience to learn under his Legendary CFB Coach - Mike Leach, having a sense of purpose in football, the little things coaches go through that fans don't see, Brett's biggest coaching mentors throughout his journey, the experience coaching Nevada this past season for the Quick Lane Bowl Game when most of the staff left for Colorado State, what Brett brings to Jackson State, and what the fans can expect for the upcoming 2022 season. Go JSU Tigers! Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.instagram.com/brettbartolone/ https://twitter.com/coachbartolone?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txh8lWpqvSA https://www.si.com/college/hbcu/football/jackson-state-new-offensive-coordinator-brett-bartolone https://gojsutigers.com/sports/football --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the Owners of the Sports Performance Gym ‘Playhouse Performance' - Kyle Peko & Brody Williams - about how the business was started here in Brea (CA), the fitness backgrounds of Kyle and Brody that make them extremely qualified, the professional competition within the kinesiology world, how Kyle relates his training in the NFL as a defensive lineman into Playhouse Performance, the mission behind the business, the mixed emotions every entrepreneur goes through when starting a business, their first clients and what that meant to them as a business, their fitness blueprint, how Brody gets better as a trainer every day including the challenge of learning advanced training for different sports, what Producer JB likes about the gym, how Kyle getting signed by The Tennessee Titans tested the business with Brody getting handling the core functions of Playhouse Performance, the biggest mistakes athletes make when entering a gym, the challenge of training teenagers, how Kyle & Brody want to be remembered when people leave their gym, the relationships created within the gym and how rewarding that is, the training schedule for the gym, and where you can find them on social media so you can sign up. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.instagram.com/playhouseperformance/?hl=en https://www.playhouseperformance.com https://www.instagram.com/kyle_peko90/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/_brodywilliams/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/fsathletics714/?hl=en Use Code: PHP10 at https://www.instagram.com/simplinutritious/?hl=en --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Comedian Jay Mandyam about The Comedy Store which was the first comedy club to welcome him when he moved to LA in 2010, his thoughts on The Comedy Store Documentary that was released by Showtime in 2021, the TV show ‘I'm Dying Up Here', the background of Freddie Prinze, Jay's favorite experience with Chris Rock, Jay's background as a comedy writer working for the likes of Adam Sandler & D.L Hughley, when Jay got the idea of starting stand up comedy, Jay's first time doing an open mic, Jay's relationship and fondest memories with Bob Saget, Jay's early days in comedy doing open mics in Texas, how The Comedy Store got back into people's consciousness circa 2014-15, Jay's style of comedy, Jay's relationship and fondest memories with Louis Anderson, Jay's Indian culture, wokeness and how it effects stand-up comedy, when Jay started doing comedy outside of The Comedy Store, the influence DL Hughley has had on Jay, George Lopez, Jay's late night debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live that never aired due to the start of the pandemic, Jay's biggest role models in comedy, Jay Varghese, Dean Lewis, Brian Reagan, how tough it was for Jay to find his voice in the beginning stages of comedy, Paul Reiser, the time Jay was taken hostage by a Saudi Prince in 2014, Russell Peters' Wedding, Jay's relationship with Adam Sandler, Ray Parker Jr., and the respect Jay has within comedy circles. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.instagram.com/godhatesj/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/godhatesjay/ http://www.jmandyam.com https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1330852/ https://improv.com/comic/jay+mandyam/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Laura Sextro - The CEO of The Unity Project - about how Laura immersed herself into the amazing foundation, the evolution of The Unity Project and how it got traction so quickly, their initial mission: to fight the vaccine mandates for K-12 people, The California Bill: AB-1993, mandates for not only public school but also private school, the government's power to be able to ban homeschooling, the age of consent for vaccines in California, what information The Unity Project provides for parents who are concerned about vaccines for their children, if children are vectors of transmission, CDC Data, the relevance of co-morbidities, how the vaccine mandates are a form of bullying, how politicians in California have continuously displayed examples of hypocrisy, defective early treatment plans that could have prevented many deaths, The Trucker's Convoy 2022, the diversity and non-partisanship of The Unity Project, the amazing people Laura has been able to meet due to the success of The Unity Project, the real scientific evidence provided by The Unity Project, the legal and grassroots strategy presented by The Union Project, and where you can support The Unity Project. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.instagram.com/theunityprojectonline/ https://twitter.com/unityprojectusa https://linktr.ee/unityprojectonline www.thepeoplesconvoy.org https://www.natlawreview.com/article/california-considers-assembly-bill-1993-requiring-proof-covid-19-vaccination-status --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Dan Stanley, a Men's Life Coach/The Founder of BetterMen, about his upbringing in the UK, his time in the military, the subconscious effect that the absence of his father had on him, his mid-life crisis that brought to surface the absence of his identity, how he broke out of the “people-pleasing” tendencies he had as a young man, the worst day of his life, why Dan felt the pressing need to create BetterMen, how to get rid of “the mask” that hides our insecurities and vulnerabilities, a life changing conversation Dan had with a stranger on a beach in The Maldives, the important balance of masculinity and emotional vulnerability, the disconnect between advancement in your career and development of happiness, the difference between being a father in modern times vs past times, how the pandemic brought everyone's personal issues to the forefront, how to help those who aren't ready to help themselves, the thin line of authenticity and how quickly it can get you success or failure, self leadership, Dan's concept of alignment, Dan's recommendations for books that helped him throughout this journey, understanding emotional intelligence is just as important as intellectual intelligence, and how to be a successful man in the 21st century. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.better-men.uk www.linkedin.com/in/dan-stanley-bettermen/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrfGoe3vZxJ9XHpYDTCGmbg?view_as=subscriber https://www.facebook.com/bettermencoach/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Dewey “The Black Kobra” Cooper - The 2X World Kickboxing Champ/10X World Championship Winning Coach/Master of Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee/Boxing Trainer/UFC Striking Coach (XCMMA) - about his upbringing in Los Angeles circa early 1980's, how martial arts allowed him to escape a gang life, his motivation to join martial arts, what he learned from martial arts at a young age, how he's changed from his youth till now, when he first started competing, his first championship fight, what he realized when fighting like-minded fighters, UFC 271: Adesanya vs Whittaker Recap, the mental transition from fighter to coach, how the rise of Francis Ngannou (The UFC Heavyweight Champion) has brought more notoriety to Dewey from the average fan, how he handles being a striking coach and boxing trainer at the same time, how the development of Francis Ngannou has much to do with the tutelage of Dewey Cooper, UFC 272: Ngannou vs Gane Recap, how long Dewey and Eric Nicksick (our recurring podcast guest) have known each other, his energy as a coach and how his fighters feed off of it, his boxing gym ‘Split-T Boxing' aka ‘BKMMA' , how he uses stress/intensity/pressure to create a hectic/hostile environment for his fighters, his up and coming fighters and their scheduled bouts, and his advice that he would give to a young kid looking to get into MMA. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr https://www.instagram.com/dcblackkobra/ https://twitter.com/deweycooper?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/dewey.cooper https://www.bigscarygym.com/dewey-cooper https://splittboxing.com https://xtremecouturemma.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Chris Reza - The Mariachi singing LAPD Detective - about his upbringing in East Los Angeles, why Chris joined a career in law enforcement, how he used music to create bonds with the community and the incarcerated, his view/perspective of how Los Angeles has changed over the past 20 years, policing now vs when he first started, how Chris initially kept music and policing separate until there was no choice but to combine the two, the differences between nerves within law enforcement and singing, how Chris is connected with our former podcast guest Gil Carrillo, Chris's hit song “El Servidor” that tells his life story as a Mexican-American kid who grew up to serve his community while embracing his heritage, Chris's biggest influences in music, how important his vocal coach has been to his success, and how grateful/humbled he is to have the responsibility to be “El Servidor”. Chris is in concert Sunday March 27th, 2022 at The Covina Center for the Performing Arts. An Evening of Mariachi and Community…and a couple of drinks. Doors open at 5pm. Link below. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/crezasing/ https://www.facebook.com/Crezasing/ https://twitter.com/crezasing https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-reza-77076517 https://www.youtube.com/user/M8Alf https://music.apple.com/us/album/chris-reza/459454406 https://www.eventbrite.com/.../269177074877/preview_publish --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Mike Rodriguez aka “The Crime Fighting Cutman” and the legendary Homicide Sergeant about his upbringing in Northern California, Mike's family roots that have given him much pride, how Mike conducts himself in his career as a Homicide Sergeant and as a Cutman, the first time Mike met Gil Carrillo (our recurring podcast guest), how and why Mike joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, his amateur boxing career in golden gloves, how Mike met his childhood idol Roberto Duran, when Mike realized he could start implementing Cutman duties into his already busy life within the Homicide Bureau, how legendary Cutman Joe Chavez/Rudy Hernandez/Stitch Duran and so many others were huge mentors to Mike, Mike's son Andrew who's also a Cutman, Mike's two premises that he lives by, how being a Cutman is very similar to being a Police Officer, how Mike started getting work for Wild Card Boxing Gym - the most popular gym in the world, how Mike used his experiences as an amateur boxer and used them to better his fighters, their latest success as a gym with the recent WBC Featherweight Championship win with Mark Magsayo, one of Mike's favorite memories with the legendary Manny Pacquiao, and how grateful Mike is to have such a big fight family within the business of boxing. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/boxerrodz/ https://www.instagram.com/wartapebrand/ https://warbrandstore.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Jason “Wee Man” Acuña, about the first time we met back in the day in Whittier (CA) at Two Felons Skate Shop, the collaboration Jason had with Two Felons back when 'Jackass Part Two' was released, when Jason knew he was good enough to be sponsored as a professional skateboarder for ‘Big Brother', when the idea for ‘Jackass' the TV show came to fruition, what is considered “outdated social norms”, Karen's and Chad's, their experience filming ‘Jackass' the TV Show and the first ‘Jackass' movie, how Jason got the nickname “Wee Man”, the process of filming ‘Jackass Part Two' after the success of the first movie, the particulars of ‘Jackass 3D' and how it differed form the first two movies, how COVID affected their filming of ‘Jackass Forever' - the #1 movie in America right now, the biggest lesson Alternate Take took away from the ‘Jackass' series, the camaraderie of the Jackass crew, the backstory of the “The High Five" scene in ‘Jackass 3D', the mentality Jason has entering an “embarrassing” scene throughout his time on ‘Jackass', the backstory of "The Bar Fight" scene with Wee Man in ‘Jackass 3D', the backstory of "The Bungee Jump" scene with Wee Man and Preston Lacy in ‘Jackass Part Two', the back story of the multiple scenes where Preston is chasing Wee Man while being painted completely blue in the original ‘Jackass' film, the backstory of the parachute scene with Wee Man in ‘Jackass Part Two”, Shaq's Sunday Night Jackass Viewing Parties, the times Wee Man's been asked to do extreme things by fans, the ultimate deal proposed by Wee Man involving The UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou, the reception to ‘Jackass Forever', what it's like to have new cast members of ‘Jackass', why we at Alternate Take have always respected Jason and his mentality on life, Jason's favorite off-camera memories, and Jason's businesses including his affiliation with Dogtown Skateboards/Chronic Tacos/& Merge 4. Go see ‘Jackass Forever' - the #1 movie in America! #RyanDunnForever Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/iamweeman/ https://twitter.com/iamweeman?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/OfficialWeeManFans mailme@weemanmilitia.com https://dogtownskateboards.com/products/wee-man-sabotage-9-25-31-7-limited-edition-gloss-black-blue-sapphire?_pos=1&_sid=a03afacaa&_ss=r&variant=42427038728429 https://merge4.com/collections/weeman https://www.chronictacos.com/news/details/342/music-tacos-and-wee-man-welcome-patrons-to-chronic-tacos-grand-opening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p74bzf-beGc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ga_lCnW-Kdw --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Eric Nicksick, the 2020 and 2021 MMA Coach of the Year, about how he and his family has been since the last time we had him on the podcast back in June of 2021, a recap of UFC 270 where Eric's fighter - Francis Ngannou *The Heavyweight Champion* retained his championship belt vs Cyril Gane, the advancements of Francis Ngannou as a mixed martial artist and how big of an influence Xtreme Couture MMA has played into his success, UFC Fight Night: Hermannson vs Strickland where Eric had 3 fighters compete including Julian Erosa/Punahele Soriano/Sean Strickland, a funny behind the scenes backstory leading up to Julian Erosa's fight of the night, analyzing Puna's performance and how much potential he has going forward, Sean Strickland's phenomenal performance and what's next for him in the stacked middleweight division, Eric's coaching style/psychological approach and why we at Alternate Take believe its superior to other coaches, how big of an issue bad judging is in MMA after a bad scorecard on the Hermannson vs Strickland fight, what solutions Eric has to fixing the issue of bad judging, what's going on with Eric's other fighters Aljamain Sterling/Meisha Tate/Dan Ige/Ion Cutelaba/Casey O'Neill, what's next for Francis Ngannou, Francis's appearance on ‘Jackass Forever', what fighters Eric's keeping his eye on and potential matchups for his fighters, his predictions for UFC 271 Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/eric_xcmma/ https://twitter.com/Eric_XCMMA?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://xtremecouturemma.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Cianna “Cici”, a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, about where she grew up in Hawaii, when she started dancing, Cici's diversity as a dancer being well trained in Jazz/Hula/Hip Hop/etc, her experience as a student & dancer at Orgeon State University (Go Beavers!), when Cici knew she had a chance at cheering professionally and the application process involved, her first gig as a Portland Trailblazer's Cheerleader, her biggest takeaways from her time in Portland and how it prepared her for decision to try out for the Dallas Cowboys, the intense audition for the D.C. Cheerleaders, their TV show of the whole trying out process which airs on CMT, when Cici found out she was officially a D.C. Cheerleader fulfilling her childhood dream, Cici's favorite memories during her time in Dallas, when she made the D.C. Cheerleader's All Star team, Cici's advice to those who have dreams of becoming a D.C. Cheerleader one day, and her prediction for Super Bowl LVI. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/cicilevi/?hl=en https://twitter.com/dcc_cianna https://making-the-team.fandom.com/wiki/Cianna http://www.cmt.com/video-clips/9ownnk/dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders-making-the-team-cianna-s-dreams-are-no-laughing-matter https://www.instagram.com/dccheerleaders/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/DallasCowboysCheerleaders/ https://campscui.active.com/orgs/DallasCowboysCheerleaders --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Brad Tate, the UFC Cutman with the most swag, about where he grew up in a small town in Texas, Brad's ability to be a jack of all trades including his life as a fireman/paramedic/EMT before becoming a Cutman, the steps to becoming a Cutman and how difficult it is to get into the business, Brad's biggest role models and mentors early in his Cutman career, the skill of wrapping hands, how big of an influence legendary Cutman Rudy Hernandez (our podcast regular) has been on Brad, the ride or die brotherhood The UFC Cutman have with each other, the connection and respect he has with the fighters of The UFC, the special moment between Brad and Charles Oliveira when he won the title fight against Dustin Poirier, the underdog mentality that many fighters have compared to pro athletes in other sports, Brad's favorite moments thus far in The UFC, Brad's advice to those who are looking to become a Cutman, and Brad's outlook on the upcoming UFC events - UFC 271 and UFC 272. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/that_damn_tate/ https://twitter.com/cutmanbradtate https://www.facebook.com/BradTateCutman/ https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-video-ufc-cutman-brad-the-man-fixes-up-a-young-fan-during-ufc-269/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Elder “El Monstro' Cruz, the #1 Brown Belt in the world and fastest rising star in the Jiu-Jitsu World, about the last time we saw each other in high school ten years ago in 2011, how Elder used high school wrestling to change the direction of his life, his ups and downs of life while dominating wrestling at Mt. San Antonio College in CA, his time spent working in construction, his first two amateur fights under the tutelage of Jeff Nolasco - UFC La Mirada Gym, the “dog” mentality that's needed to face an intimidating opponent, Elder's advice to the younger generation entering Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of keeping your brain in shape with books, Elder's introduction to Checkmat La Habra under his now professor Lucas Leite, Elder's preference between Gi and No-Gi, Elder's experience in IBJJF No-Gi Worlds/ADCC Trials/and BJJF Gi-Worlds, and Elder's eventual transition to MMA. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/elmonstrobjj/?hl=en https://jiujitsux.com/courses/monstrous-takedowns/ https://www.instagram.com/checkmatlahabra/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/checkmathq/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/moyabrand/?hl=en https://www.moyabrand.com https://www.bjjheroes.com/interview/elder-cruz-checkmats-fast-rising-grappling-star https://www.flograppling.com/people/6749300-elder-cruz/video --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Jeremy Wray, Professional Skateboarder out of La Habra (CA), about what's been going on since our first podcast episode together back in early 2021, the amazing life of Jeremy's late brother - Professional Skateboarder Jonas Wray who passed away in 2021 (RIP), Jeremy's hashtag on Instagram for Jonas where all those who knew him can tell their favorite memories and stories - #MyJonasStory , all things Wray Bros, the memorabilia Jeremy has made in Jonas's honor including merch and complete decks for sale at www.wraybros.com , Jonas's comparison to the late great Dogtown Legend Jay Boy Adams, one of Jeremy's favorite memories off the skateboard with his brother Jonas and older brother Jaz, what fans of Wray Bros can look forward to in the future, and what Jeremy would want everyone to take away from Jonas's legacy. RIP Jonas Wray July 26, 1976 - April 11, 2021 Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/jeremy_wray/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/jonaswray/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/wraybros/?hl=en https://wraybros.bigcartel.com thewraybros@gmail.com https://theberrics.com/jeremy-wray-shares-eulogy-for-his-brother-jonas https://shredeverythingradio.com/jonas-wray-passed-away/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Gil Carrillo, Co-Host of the OMG Hi Podcast with George Lopez and the accredited capturer of ‘The Night Stalker' aka Richard Ramirez, about the successes and humblings this past year has brought, a mistake on the documentary only Gil caught, Gils new adaptation to social media including that certified blue check mark, Gil's speech at Crime-Con 2020 and his invitation back for Crime-Con 2021, how Gil met George Lopez and how quickly they hit it off, Gil's best gift he's received from a fan, Gil's surprise performance at the Brea Improv with Psychic Medium AJ Barrera & Comedians Momo Rodriguez/Don Hefty, the celebrity golf tournament Gil was invited to and the surprise stars he met, what's next for the OMG Hi Podcast and what guests to look forward to, Gil's take - as former Homicide Lieutenant for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - on District Attorney of Los Angeles George Gascon, Gil's support of the current LASD Sheriff Alex Villanueva, and Gil's take on the current issues in the city of Los Angeles. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/realgilcarrillo/ https://www.instagram.com/omghipodcast/ https://www.netflix.com/title/8102570 https://www.georgelopez.com/omg-hi --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the New Jersey Saloon Singing Musician Pat Guadagno about how Pat got into his profession of playing live music, his earliest role models in music, Pat's style of music and performing, Pat's hit cover of "Don't Let Us Get Sick" originally created by the late great Warren Zevon, Danny's passion and love for the music of Warren Zevon, how Pat was contacted for his musical appearance in the hit tv show 'Californication', Bruce Springsteen's influence on Pat, Bob Dylan's influence on Pat, 'Bobfest', when music grabs a hold of you at a young age, the skill and art of listening to music, the importance of letting music feed your soul as you get older, the influence of Van Morrison on Pat, Black Hole Records in Fullerton (CA), and Pat's touring schedule for 2022. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/patguadagno/ https://patguadagno.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Dr. Peter McCullough, an academic internist/cardiologist/epidemiologist/author/editor/news commentator, about his credentials and legitimacy in medicine, his contributions to COVID-19 including early treatment, Americans' hunger for valid information regarding COVID-19 and treatment, Dr. McCullough's breakthrough papers published in the American Journal of Medicine in August of 2020, the difference between Omicron and the original infections/legacy variants, Dr. MucCullough's over the counter survival kit for COVID-19 that any American can start implementing now, the inadequacy of COVID-19 treatment by public service officials, the lack of innovation in COVID-19 protocols amongst the medical community, books/journals/websites recommended by Dr. McCullough for those interested in further COVID-19 information/treatment, bio-ethics/codes of ethics/oaths that all Doctor's should not violate, the medical authority that Dr. McCullough holds, drug safety and efficacy, recommendations from Dr. McCullough to those who have had adverse effects or have been injured from a vaccine including chest pain/myocarditis/blood clots/etc, the recent surge of soccer players dying post vaccine, why the U.S. athletes aren't suffering the same adverse effects as athletes overseas, treatment for myocarditis, if you can get COVID-19 twice with the legacy variants and how Omicron comes into play, and how contemporary science is. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/petermcculloughmd/ qrco.de/bcdmSF https://www.americaoutloud.com/the-mccullough-report/ https://trialsitenews.com/ aapsonline.org https://www.truthforhealth.org/ https://covid19criticalcare.com https://unityprojectonline.com/leadership/ https://covid19criticalcare.com/ https://americasfrontlinedoctors.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Jiu-itsu Legend and Founder/Owner of Checkmat Jiu-Jitsu, Leo Vieira, about how Jiu-Jitsu got into his life, how important Bruce Lee was to his life, his first traumatizing moment in Jiu-Jitsu that pushed him to get better, how having hard working parents influenced his life, how to handle the jump from treating Jiu-Jitsu as a hobby to treating it as a competitor, how to handle not fitting in in a social group, Leo's first stay in the states (Whittier and La Habra), how to defeat the anxiety of joining a Jiu-Jitsu academy, how Jiu-Jitsu strengthens your character, Leo's accomplishments as a competitor including being a 2 time ADCC Champion, the journey from competitor to head professor, the year Checkmat was founded and how it was formed, #1 Brown Belt in the world Elder Cruz of Checkmat, how Checkmat recruits locally and from other countries, the recent success Checkmat had at 2021 IBJJF Worlds, Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida, and why someone who's considering trying Jiu-Jitsu should sign up at Checkmat. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/leovieirabjj/ https://www.instagram.com/checkmathq/ https://www.facebook.com/checkmathq https://checkmatbjj.com https://www.vabjj.com/checkmat --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with comedian Byron Kennedy about where he grew up in Central Arizona, his time spent in the Army, how he got into radio in his early days, his cooperate life with a record label before entering comedy, the difference between the hard work of the Army vs the hard work of comedy, how comedian Willie Barcena has influenced Byron Kennedy, what its like to go from an executive on a record label to becoming a comedian on the same record label, how long Byron has been doing stand up, the decision to finally start doing comedy and his first set, Byron's biggest influences in comedy, how he found his voice, the difficulty of doing comedy in Las Vegas, how important stage time is in comedy, his latest set at Harvelle's in Long Beach (CA), and future dates. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/byronkennedycomedy/ https://www.facebook.com/ByronKennedyComedy https://twitter.com/TheByronKennedy https://www.tiktok.com/@byronkennedycomedy?lang=en https://www.byronkennedycomedy.com/welcome/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with legendary Boxing Trainer owner of the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy (RGBA) Robert Garcia, about where he grew up, when he started boxing, his first amateur fight, his most notable sparring partners during his fighting days, the legendary Genaro “Chicanito” Hernandez (RIP), our podcast regular/boxing expert/UFC Cutman and brother of Genaro - Rudy Hernandez, how Robert transitioned from a boxer in the ring to a boxing trainer in the corner, all the legendary fighters that Robert has trained and his relationship with them, Lightweight Champion Vergil Ortiz Jr, the current fighters at RGBA, how rewarding it is when you raise a fighter from amateur to champion, the legacy of RGBA, predictions for the upcoming fights to end 2021, the issue of the best not fighting the best in boxing, Robert's pound for pound list, John Molina Jr, the training camp offered by RBGA to all kids of all ages, and the sponsorships that support RGBA and the whole team. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/garciaboxing/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxdwqSV5LyYzu5jZB93uNg https://www.instagram.com/teammikeygarcia/ https://www.instagram.com/jcramirez2012/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with news reporter, Viviana Sarrade, about how long she's been in journalism, her time spent at Cal State Fullerton earning her degree in Communications, the background of her family who hail from Equador, her earliest memories as a journalist/reporter, new policies reporters/journalists must abide by, the rise in violent crime across the U.S. supported by DA's/Mayors/Politicians, examples of media bias, why news stations focus more on debate rather than facts, the strength of modern media, the HBO show ‘The Newsroom', how out of touch with reality celebrities/actors/athletes can be, how cancel culture has affected all media, how social media censors certain political figures on one side only, how social violence is covered in the media depending on how they lean politically, Viviana's experience as a reporter/journalist with the riots/protests in Summer of 2020 and since, Viviana's predictions for the future, and her advice for anyone entering the career of journalism. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/vivianasarrade/ https://twitter.com/vivianasarrade https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9364657/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Coach Ken Carter, famously known for his portrayal by Samuel L. Jackson in the hit movie “Coach Carter”, about his upbringing in McComb (Mississippi) and Richmond (California), his mindset living in a low income neighborhood, the lessons he learned being raised in a big family, how to become a leader in any environment, the power of putting pen to paper, how reading changed Coach and Danny's life, the lockout Coach enacted when his team failed to meet the academic standards as depicted in the movie, the contracts he made his team sign including the much more difficult restructured contract his son Damien Carter had to sign, the importance of wearing a suit and tie on game day, how Coach Carter views baseball (not basketball) as a relation to life, how he used statistics to influence his players, Coach's experience with the production of the movie working along stars like Samuel L. Jackson/Channing Tatum/Ashanti/Robert Ri'chard etc., the books Coach Ken Carter has written, updates on some of your favorite characters in the movie including Timo Cruz, and his latest work as an author. “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/realcoachkencarter/ https://coachcarter.com https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ACoach+Carter&s=relevancerank&text=Coach+Carter&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Psychic Medium, AJ Barrera, about his latest show at the Brea Improv - “Paragordo Activity” with Comedians Momo Rodriguez, Don Hefty, & our podcast regular/co-host of the OMH Hi Podcast Gil Carrillo, AJ's upbringing in Hacienda Heights (CA), how AJ discovered his ability to communicate with the paranormal, AJ's connection with our hometown of La Habra (CA), how AJ first started getting work as a medium doing readings on Coast 103.5/KBIG/Syndicated, AJ's mindset entering a paranormal experience, AJ's initial gut instinct he felt in junior high telling him he was somehow connected to the paranormal, handling the positive and negative energies involved in work as a medium, hoaxes mistaken as paranormal activity, EVP's (Electric Voice Phenomenon), negative energy AJ has experienced along his travels, how AJ met Comedian Momo Rodriguez and became friends/business partners, AJ's expertise and how it has been used for law enforcement situations, the importance of earning the trust of those who are about to be read, and how to pay attention to messages/thoughts/feelings/ from the paranormal and accept them. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/aj_barrera/ https://linktr.ee/AJBarrera https://ajbarrera.com/appointment/ https://ajbarrera.com/new-events/ https://www.tiktok.com/@aj_barrera? https://www.youtube.com/c/ajbarrera --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Bruce Buffer, the voice of the UFC, about where he grew up as a kid, his late father Mr. Joe Buffer (RIP), how he met his brother - legendary boxing ring announcer - Michael Buffer, how he became Michael's manager, Mr. Joe Buffer's New York Times Best Selling Book “Skull”, the vital role Bruce's parents played in his success as a professional and most importantly a human being, Bruce's learning experiences that he used to better himself into the success he is today, B.S.C. (Balls, Skills, Confidence), Bruce's top of the line products including his ‘Puncher's Chance' Whiskey and his ‘It's Time!' Energy Drink, how Bruce earned the UFC Announcer gig full time through an episode of ‘F.R.I.E.N.D.S.', Bruce's mental approach before entering the octagon to perform, the good and the bad that Bruce has taken away from all the fighters he's worked with and admired the most, the fights/fighters that Bruce recommends a fight fan or fighter goes back and watches to learn and to be inspired. A special thank you to Kristen Greulach for setting up the interview. We are grateful to call you a friend. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://twitter.com/brucebuffer?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://www.instagram.com/brucebufferufc/?hl=en https://linktr.ee/brucebuffer http://brucebuffer.com https://puncherschancebourbon.com https://www.instagram.com/puncherschancebourbon/ https://itstimeenergy.com https://www.instagram.com/itstimeenergy/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-time-w-bruce-buffer/id971951176 https://www.amazon.com/Bruce-Buffer/e/B00BFW2ORY%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share https://www.amazon.com/Skull-Joe-Buffer/dp/B000F5EPHE --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the Permian Panther Legend, James “Boobie” Miles (most famously known his for portrayal in the hit movie “Friday Night Lights), about how he got to Odessa (TX), his adoption by his uncle L.V. Miles, the role his uncle played in his development as a man, his relationship with his teammates from childhood to the end of high school, the pros and cons of growing up in a small town, the scenes of “Friday Night Lights” that were real and the scenes that were Hollywood touch-ups, how Boobie ended up choosing to play for the Mighty Mojo Permian Panthers, his early years at Permian, the prime seasons at Permian, teammates that Boobie admired the most, the transformation of Don Billingsley, the late great Chris Comer (RIP), the moment Boobie realized he couldn't play football anymore and reliving it on the big screen, the pros and cons of putting “all your eggs in one basket”, Boobie's son who plays RB at Ventura Community College, Boobie's passion for teaching football/life lessons to the new generation, and who would win in a hypothetical matchup between the Permian Panthers and the Dillon Panthers. “Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can't Lose.” “Be Perfect.” Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/boobiemilesofficial/ https://www.boobiemilesofficial.me/merchandise/p/dtjwakblbh0msoft8urxgvhchbn86m --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the Captain of the 1980 USA Olympic Hockey Team - Mike Eruzione, about where Mike grew up in Winthrop, Massachusetts, his diverse athleticism as a star baseball/football/hockey athlete, how the legendary coach Jack Parker of Boston University recruited Mike to his now alma mater, his Italian heritage, how hockey has developed in the east coast from his youth to now, the college hockey rivalries he was a part of, how the legendary coach of the 1980 Olympic Team - Herb Brooks researched and found Mike, how Mike was available to try out for the olympic team, what playing for Herb Brooks was like, the importance of the legendary assistant head coach Craig Patrick to the 1980 team, their “one game at a time” approach to 1980 olympics, how emotions were for the team leading into the championship game against the Russians, why the 1980 victory meant so much to people in the United States, what it was like to be the captain of the USA team, the shooting of the move “Miracle”, what life as like after the olympics for Mike Eruzione, and Mike's book he wrote depicting the events of the 1980 olympic team “The Making of a Miracle”. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://twitter.com/MERUZIONE?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://goterriers.com/staff-directory/mike-eruzione/167 https://www.amazon.com/Making-Miracle-Captain-Medal-Winning-Olympic/dp/0062960954/ref=asc_df_0062960954/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=416850530051&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3189207282022489825&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031578&hvtargid=pla-871160860493&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=95590146924&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=416850530051&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3189207282022489825&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031578&hvtargid=pla-871160860493 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the Leader of the Female Rap Group JJ-Fad - Juana Sperling aka “MC J.B.” about how they started JJ-Fad from the Inland Empire neighborhood Rialto, how they got into the rap game in the 80's, how they got involved with The L.A. Dream Team and Ruthless Records, their relationship with Eazy-E, how they were involved with the legendary Rap group N.W.A. and contributed to their success, Dr. Dre's contribution to their hit song “Supersonic”, the beef between East Coast and West Coast Rappers, how their life changed after “Supersonic” went platinum, what the members of JJ-Fad chose to do after they retired from the studio, their experience with the business side of the music game including their relationship with Jerry Heller, JJ-Fad's latest performances and their new tours with Ice Cube and Warren G, how they featured in the new upcoming Ozomatli album with one of our former guests on Alternate Take Raul Pacheco, Juana's take on modern female rappers and what they do great and what they do poorly, who her favorite rappers are now, and her advice for young artists. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/momma_juana/ https://www.instagram.com/j.j.fad/ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialj.j.fad?lang=en https://linktr.ee/rappinj https://officialjjfad.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti1bFMBd6V4 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Comedian Willie Barcena about his relationship with former Alternate Take guest and Comedian Gilbert Esquivel, how they started the ‘Latino Comedy Night' at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood, the secret to becoming a great stand-up comedian, why Latino Comics have always had an up and down relationship with each other, how Stephen King's book “On Writing” helped Willie and fellow comic Joey Diaz, Willie's recently learned lesson from his trip to Israel, Willie's outlook on failure, where Willie grew up as a kid, Willie's first career choice before becoming a comedian, Willie's favorite comics, Willie's style of comedy, the secret to finding your voice on stage, Willie's recent shows in Vegas, when Willie started doing comedy shows for the big time venues in Los Angeles, Willie's first special, the blue collar vs white collar approach to comedy, Willie's next special, baseball stories, Willie's kids, and Willie's advice to young comics starting out. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/williebarcena/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxNtg9vqcSg-eKlrIEnDqKg?app=desktop https://www.tiktok.com/@williebarcena? https://www.facebook.com/williebarcenacomedy/ https://www.amazon.com/Willie-Barcena-Gotta-Be-Honest/dp/B00IFSEC3A http://www.williebarcena.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the Lead Guitarist from Ozomatli and a former guest on Alternate Take, Raul “El Bully” Pacheco, about what it's like to be touring again, their hit single “Mi Destino” feat. B-Real & Gaby Moreno, their latest show with Los Lobos, Dave Hidalgo of Los Lobos, understanding the guitar vs being good at guitar, John Mayer, the stages of learning the guitar, what's more difficult: songwriting or music production, how Ozomatli creates their songs, their diverse style of music that includes latin/funk/jazz/hip hop/folk flavors, the boundary-pushing mentality of a musician, how we all personify with certain songs, a band's relationship with their fans, Ozomatli's new record which will be released in early 2022, their newest collaboration with J.J Fad and Lisa Lisa, the old school hip hop scene, their upcoming tour and concert dates, and my uncle Larry. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/raulelbullypacheco/ https://www.instagram.com/ozomatli/ https://ozomatli.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fans Inductee & your favorite/most notable RAIDERS fan, Wayne “The Violator” Mabry, about his upbringing in Mississippi, his eventual move to California inspired by his love for the Raiders Franchise, how he became “The Violator”, how his personality differs aside from Sunday's, his views on the Raiders move to Las Vegas, favorite memories from the Raiders time in Oakland, how he got nominated and earned the induction to the 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fans, which surprise Raider had the honor of giving Wayne the induction news, how his experience was in Canton-Ohio for the HOF Induction along with Charles Woodson & Tom Flores, his time with the CEO of the HOF Carl Baker, Wayne's charity work off the gridiron, Wayne's other businesses he has including his brand new autobiography titled “The Walk: Footsteps of My Journey”/his cigar line/his clothing line/health supplement ambassadorship, Wayne's take on the Raiders 2021 draft, and his outlook on the 2021 season. GO RAIDERS! Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/mabrywayne/ https://twitter.com/violator57?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://www.amazon.com/WALK-Footsteps-My-Journey/dp/1649133804/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=the+walk+footsteps+of+my+journey&qid=1621792580&sprefix=the+wall+foot&sr=8-3 MODO-SPORTS.COM --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Comedian, Gilbert Esquivel, about his upbringing, his work as a farm worker with his family, how he got hooked into being an entertainer, the positive lessons Gil has taken from the absence of his father, when and how he started doing stand up, comedians who struggled in the beginning vs those who are naturals, how to emotionally handle being talented at something, the insecurity of comedians and why it makes them so funny, the beginning part of his comedy career performing in East LA with comics Willie Barcena/Felipe Esparza/Joey Diaz/Jeff Garcia/Johnny Sanchez/Gabriel Iglesias, George Lopez, Paul Rodriguez, how the Latino Comedy Explosion started and by who, how long he's been doing comedy, how he has handled comedy and it's effects on his personal life, his blue collar approach to the entertainment industry, his full circle experience with Brad Garrett, his daughters success in music, his ability to perform as a clean comic and how difficult that is, how to change the crowds energy so they can adjust from one comic to another, Carlos Mencia, Anjelah Johnson, his upcoming shows, Richard Pryor, and the time he performed in a prison. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/gilbert.esquivel/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with THE BEST UFC CUTMAN in the business, Rudy Hernandez, about how we want to pass from this earth, Danny's dad, Rudy's experience working for UFC 260: Stipe Miocic vs Francis Ngannou, Rudy's experience working for UFC 264: Dustin Poirier vs Conor McGregor, what it was like being the first man on the scene to assist Conor McGregor with his broken leg, Rudy's blue collar approach to a profession with such notoriety, his thoughts on fighters who have major personalities and those who do not, Floyd Mayweather, Rudy's current professional boxers he's training and their upcoming bouts, Naoya Inoue, thoughts on the McGregor vs Poirier fight, what UFC does better than Boxing, Canelo Alvarez, the upcoming fight on October 9th - Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3, the upcoming fight on August 21st - Manny Pacquiao vs Errol Spence Jr, Rudy's upcoming trip to Abu Dabi in August for his role as a boxing trainer, Rudy's experience working for UFC Fight Night: Makhachev vs Moises where Miesha Tate had her successful comeback, our former guest on Alternate Take 2020 MMA Coach of the year Eric Nicksick, Rudy's biggest takeaways from traveling worldwide, if honesty is truly the best policy, titties, his thoughts on Francis Ngannou vs Jon Jones, and our former guest on Alternate Take freelance cinematographer Aaron Mendez. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/rudyhboxing/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny and Producer JB talk with NFL Defensive End for the Jacksonville Jaguars Adam Gotsis, and NFL Defensive Tackle/Owner of ‘Playhouse Performance' Gym Kyle Peko, about how they met as teammates on the Denver Broncos back in 2015, Adam's road from Australia to Georgia Tech University in 2011, Adam & Kyle's favorite college football memories, Kyle's path to the NFL, their draft day/signing day celebrations, the lessons they learned from their favorite coaches and players during their time with the Denver Broncos, Adam's new team the Jacksonville Jaguars and his time there thus far, how Kyle and Adam have noticed cultural shifts in each organization/coaching staff they've been apart of, Adam's progress report on new additions to the Jaguars including the #1 Overall Draft Pick Trevor Lawrence/Head Coach Urban Meyer/Travis Etienne/Tim Tebow, Adam's relationship with the Legend Washington State QB and current Jaguars QB Gardner Minshew, and Kyle's gym in Brea, CA Playhouse Performance. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/adamgotsis/ https://www.jaguars.com/team/players-roster/adam-gotsis/ https://www.instagram.com/kyle_peko90/ https://www.instagram.com/playhouseperformance/ https://www.instagram.com/johnbartolone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with the 2020 MMA Coach of the Year, Eric Nicksick, about Eric's upbringing in Las Vegas, Nevada, his stint as a college football player in Utah and Fireman in Las Vegas, how Eric used the lessons from the coaches of his life into his own teaching, Eric's legendary Dad who coached for years as Defensive Coordinator for the local High School in Eric's hometown, how Eric approaches a new student/parent and sets the standard for expectations, how Eric gained the trust of Randy Couture and earned the role as Gym Manager for one of the best MMA gyms in the world if not THE BEST…Xtreme Couture MMA, how Eric learned to diversify himself as a coach, the first fighters Eric started training, how Eric & his team prepared for fighting in empty arenas during 2020 and how that affected his fighters, the experience coaching the Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou and the lead up/preparation to UFC 260: The Rematch vs Stipe Miocic, the growth of Francis Ngannou & how they stay hungry for their next fight, Eric's fighter Aljamain Sterling and their first fight with Peter Yan on UFC 259, their preparation for a can't miss rematch with Petr Yan, Eric's role as head trainer for Miesha Tate and her comeback to the UFC, how Eric approaches his fighters personalities and understands what their needs are, his role as head trainer for Dan Ige, our former guest on Alternate Take UFC Cutman Rudy Hernandez, and 10th Planet Orange County. Punch in the promo code: “alternatetake” at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/eric_xcmma/ https://twitter.com/Eric_XCMMA?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://xtremecouturemma.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Country Music Artist Davey Arnold about how they know each other from the great city of Whittier, CA, his time spent at Rancho Starbuck/Matre Dei High School/Fullerton College/Arizona State, how he started playing music, stories about kids from the neighborhood, Davey's biggest musical influences, how Davey creates his songs, how Davey battles ego in the writing room, Davey's most popular songs including his latest release “Superman”, Dodgers vs Angels rivalry, Davey's best experiences on the road, and Davey's plans for the rest of 2021/2022. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/daveyarnoldmusic/?hl=en https://cmdshft.ffm.to/superman https://soundcloud.com/davey-arnold --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Producer JB about JB's latest trials and tribulations, the rumors Danny has spread about JB on past episodes and to our friends as of recent, what Danny & JB have in common with Kobe & Shaq, the best places to find a good ethical woman, Alternate Take's plans for merch, Danny's life rules that agitate JB, JB's disrespect to his Italian heritage, our plans for procreation, the times Danny argued with JB's guests at our home, Danny's recommendation to JB on how to pick his up future wife, and our friend Spencer's wedding. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/johnbartolone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Americana/Country Music Artist, Dylan Smucker, about the pros and cons of alcohol while living a rock & roll lifestyle, what type of country music Dylan is into & what artists are holding up the namesake of country, Netflix's “The Ranch”, winning the “Babylonian Money System” so you can live like a cowboy, living in Los Angeles vs living in Nashville, John Mayer's unique journey from star to living on the land in Montana, David Beckham's documentary about going to the Amazon, Dylan's take on cancel culture, Dylan's biggest musical influences, John Mayer again, the blues, Albert King, Dylan's Phenomenal Debut Record “Old Letters”, Dylan's progress and his upcoming record, Dylan's take on having a label vs being an independent artist, and being true to your craft as an artist. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/dylansmucker/ https://twitter.com/DylanJamesCo?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor open.spotify.com/artist/0NTHLQT… https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Dylan+Smucker&i=digital-music&search-type=ss&ref=ntt_srch_drd_B07XVR41SK --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Gil Carrillo, the Retired Homicide Lieutenant known for capturing the infamous serial killer Richard Ramirez as noted on the Netflix Docuseries “Night Stalker”, about maintaining friendships with those from your past, stories from the early part of his career working in the LA County Jails, the time he consulted for the award winning film “Heat”, what Gil has been up to since our first episode with him back in January 2021, updates on a potential follow up to the “Night Stalker” documentary, his recent appearances on the “OMG Hi!” Podcast hosted by Comedian George Lopez, Gil's gained knowledge on THC & CBD that he acquired from B-Real of Cypress Hill, Gil's role and experience as a speaker for “CrimeCon CC21: Austin” in June 2021, the BTK Killer's daughter, Richard Ramirez's niece who reached out to Gil about her experiences with The Night Stalker, Danny's Dad's instructions to stranger danger, Gil's relationship with the family of Mitch Callahan - a past guest on Alternate Take, & what's lies ahead for Gil. https://www.instagram.com/realgilcarrillo/ www.smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake Go to SmoothMyBalls and punch in promo code: alternatetake for 15% off! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with Retired Professional Hockey Player and kid from the neighborhood, Mitch Callahan, about the last time they saw each other, his journey from Whittier, CA to Junior Hockey (WHL) in Canada for the Kelowna Rockets, Mitch’s dad’s advice for standing out in his rookie season, Mitch’s reputation as an “Enforcer”, childhood stories from our time together in junior high, when he got drafted to the NHL for the Detroit Red Wings Organization, his time playing in the AHL for the Grand Rapids Griffins, the time Mitch got hit with a puck in the face and lost many teeth, Mitch’s take on a skill player vs a fighter, how Mitch’s family came from Toronto to Whittier, his first hat trick, his take on hockey movies, his time spent in Europe, his coaching career now in Los Angeles, Mitch’s prediction for the 2021 NHL season, Madison Square Garden, the other kids from So Cal who made it pro in hockey, Aaron Pico, and Austyn Gillette. https://www.instagram.com/mcally15/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Danny talks with professional boxer Arnold Barboza Jr (140 lbs) about when he first started boxing, when he knew he could become a professional boxer, his upbringing and early boxing days in South El Monte, his time spent as a coworker with a former guest on Alternate Take…Tomlang, his training schedule that combined life as a union worker and father, the decision to give boxing a full shot, when he got signed by Top Rank Promotions, Arnold Barboza Jr. vs Mike Reed, his fight and relationship with the new retired Mike Alvarado, Arnold Barboza Jr vs Ricky Sismundo, Arnold Barboza Jr. vs William Silva, Arnold Barboza Jr. vs Tony Luis, Tim Bradley’s review of Arnold, his relationship with Andre Ward, his prediction for the 140 title fight Jose Carlos Ramirez vs Josh Taylor, his fight and relationship with the now retired Alex Saucedo, the state of the junior welterweight/super lightweight (140 lbs) division, and his prediction for Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders. https://www.instagram.com/arnold_barboza_jr/ https://twitter.com/jrbarbozaarnold?lang=en --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with Eric about where he grew up, how his record “Class of 98” shouts out his hometown, his favorite artists and bands, the upcoming 15th anniversary of his record “Sounds Like This”, the pressures of following a hit record with more music, his work with the Fantasy Focus Podcasts, the diversity of his music, how the song writing process happens for him, going from solo musician to a leader of a band, how cool bass players are, the time Eric almost quit music but then made the record “Modern Happiness”, his latest record which was just released “Before & After Life”, the importance of gaining perspective and experiences to write music, and what Eric has planned going forward. https://www.instagram.com/erichutchinson/ https://ingroov.es/before-after-life --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with King Randall, a 21 year old, about his upbringing in Albany, Georgia, how he got started helping troubled youths in his community, the growth of "The X for Boys" program, his school he's getting ready to open in his hometown, how he learned the trades that he now teaches to his students, the process of getting parents to place their kids in the program, the "Do For Self" and "Victors over Victims" mentality that he teaches to his students, how he learned how to deal with blowback from the community, the Roland Martin interview that went viral on YouTube, The Non-Profit Organization Bikes Over Bang'N founded by Kortel Autry, the process of getting teachers for the school, the importance of field trips and seeing other parts of the world, his favorite part of this whole process, and what is next for "The X for Boys." Enjoy! https://thexforboys.org https://www.instagram.com/newemergingking/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with Lee Syatt about his upbringing in Boston, his move to LA to become an editor, how Lee met Uncle Joey Diaz and started The Church of What’s Happening Now Podcast, what The Church meant to fans, how many estimated milligrams of THC Lee ate throughout the duration of The Church, favorite episodes and people, the prime years of The Comedy Store, opportunities that the less known comics will be getting post COVID, whether Lee got farted in the face or not, The Fourth Wall Open Mic in North Hollywood, Lee's new podcasts "What Was I Thinking?" and "The Waistline Podcast", Lee's weight loss journey, our favorite meals when we feel like being fat, & what the future of stand up looks like. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lee-syatt-what-was-i-thinking/id776509896 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-waistline-podcast/id1556362907 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncle-joeys-joint/id558364221 https://www.instagram.com/leesyatt/ https://linktr.ee/Leesyatt --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with Justin Workman (Owner and Head Professor at Gracie Barra Fullerton) and Delwin Lampkin (Owner of Harbinger Horizon & Law Enforcement Professional) about how Justin started his Jiu-Jitsu journey, Gracie Barra Fullerton, when Justin got his black belt, Del’s experience as a student at Gracie Barra Fullerton, the difference between Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, what advice Justin & Del would give to those who are dwelling on the decision to start Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of culture in a Jiu-Jitsu gym, the official belt system, Combat Jiu-Jitsu and when one should start/consider competing, Del’s take on the use of the carotid restraint in a Law Enforcement environment, Justin’s preferred techniques in competition and as an instructor, flow state, how Jiu-Jitsu literally and figuratively helps in other areas of life, how to push through a plateau in training, and why one should join Garcia Barra Fullerton. https://www.instagram.com/jworkman1991/ https://www.instagram.com/harbingerhorizon/ https://www.instagram.com/gbfullertonbjj/ https://graciebarra.com/fullerton-ca/ https://www.harbingerhorizon.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with Aaron Mendez about the neighborhood they grew up in, Artist Johnny Utah, how Aaron got started filming, how the ability to adapt to any situation has helped Aaron in his line of work, Aaron’s working relationship turned friendship with the UFC Heavyweight Champion Stipe Miocic, the upcoming UFC 260: Miocic vs Ngannou on March 27th 2021, his continuous work for The UFC, how important and quick editing is in the cinematography business, Aaron’s earlier work shooting weddings, not being afraid to try something new, his experience filming Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr in 2020, Aarons working relationship with NBC Sports shooting the 2016 Olympics in Brazil/Notre Dame Marching Band/etc, David Chang, Aaron's shooting in foreign countries, his outlook for the work he will be performing for the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo, how his travels has bettered him as a person and cinematographer, his work for the 2020 Showtime Documentary "The Comedy Store", the legacy of The Comedy Store and Mitzi Shore, his work for Nyjah Houston, the possible La Habra Documentary, Aaron's plans for giving back to the community, Aaron's work for the Los Angeles Dodgers on the TV Show "Backstage Dodgers", Aaron's upcoming projects including his work with Comedian Tiffany Haddish, his projection for UFC 260, Gary Vaynerchuck, the time Aaron shot for one of Alternate Take's Guests UFC Cutman/Boxing Trainer Rudy Hernandez, his work for Showtime Boxing shooting Leo Santa Cruz and Canelo Alvarez, and Aaron's most successful video on his YouTube Channel. https://www.instagram.com/aaronmendezfilms/?hl=en --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with Manny Mota about his accolades with the Dodgers and the big leagues, his upbringing in the Dominican Republic, his teammates that influenced him while he was on the San Francisco Giants, the lessons he took away from being teammates with Roberto Clemente as a Pittsburgh Pirate, the experience moving from the Montreal Expos to his eventual trade to the Dodgers in 1969, the support he received from the community when he arrived to the Dodgers, Danny’s Grandma, the golden years of Manny Mota from ’74-’79 where he was established as the best pinch hitter of all time, the pinch hit double he hit in the 9th inning in the `77 Game 3 of the NLCS, when he met President Carter/Reagan/Bush, how Manny influenced and taught a generation of “clutch” Dodger hitters how to approach the plate, his account of the ’88 Kirk Gibson Home Run, the fond memories and lessons he has of the late great Tommy Lasorda, the time Danny had an at-bat in front of Tommy Lasorda, the Latin players who saw Manny as a mentor, Manny’s sons Andy & Joe and their careers within baseball, Manny’s Non Profit International Foundation that helps the youth, how Manny celebrated the 2020 World Series, and his outlook for the 2021 season. https://www.instagram.com/mannymota/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support

Danny talks with Lincoln Kennedy about the Washington Husky/Washington State Rivalry, how he started playing football, his other business ventures including his restaurants/cigar company/bourbon label and career as a broadcaster, his college football career as a Washington Husky where was a Hall of Famer, when he got drafted as the 9th overall pick in the 1st round in 1993, the time Tomlang didn’t get Rich Gannon/Jerry Rice/Tim Brown’s autograph, the rematch with the New England patriots in 2002, his key leadership role for the Raiders, what Jon “Chucky” Gruden is really like behind the scenes, the newly inducted Hall of Famer Tom Flores, how international the Raiders are, the memories he has of the 2001 Patriots vs Raiders AFC Championship “Tuck Rule” Game, Tony Corrente, his career now as the color commentator for the Raiders, the respect he has for Greg Papa and Brent Musburger, his outlook for the Raiders in the upcoming 2021 season, his memory of the legendary Bill Romanowski, the Jon Gruden/Mike Mayock Tandem, and his book he’s coming out with soon with the Raiders Beat Writer Paul Gutierrez. https://www.instagram.com/el_kcigars/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support