Dana Cortez Show Podcast

Martin Amini is an American stand-up comedian whose material has centered around his experiences growing up in America with immigrant parents from mixed cultural backgrounds. Amini is the founder of Room 808. Named one of the best comedy clubs in D.C. by The Washington Post. Amini is known for his crowd work and is considered to be the cupid of stand-up comedy a title he attributes to the inspiration he draws from his own marriage.

We had a Mom call in who had a daughter that was groomed and almost abducted by a man she meet on Roblox! Plus DCS talks admitting you were wrong to a partner and Mariah Carey is going grunge?

In todays "Down in the DM Breakdown" everyone was caught off guard by the surprise! How does he react and how did you react to the BIG news? Plus DCS talks Auto going to China with the NBA, Taylor Swift's new album and a cheese thief!

DCS talks with some listener who tells us why she made her husband cut his friend off. Plus DCS talks Cardi vs Nicki, a genius kid and budgeting during tough times. 

Today's Crazy Crime of Passion has a twist to it. This time the homeowner came out on top when he came across some burglars in his neighborhood. Plus DCS talks Cardi vs Nicki!!!

Dana and Auto's daughter is joining a Sorority and they know nothing about Greek life! Plus DCS talks linguistic convergence, Bad Bunny doing the Super Bowl and date night!

Is it okay to take your kids to the bar or the brewery? DCS debates it! Plus DCS talks Jay Z and Nas beefing again but this time its over money!

In today's Down in the DM breakdown DCS has a couples therapist on to discuss having an open phone policy when you're in a relationship. Can you partner to go through your phone anytime they want? Plus DCS talks eating cake for breakfast and Bad Bunny's attempted assassination. 

Ralph Barbosa is an American stand-up comedian. His career began gaining traction in 2019 when he was named the Funniest Comic in Texas. In 2021, he won a New York International Latino Film Festival competition and hosted the HBO Max special Entre Nos: The Winners 3. Barbosa made his late-night debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in January 2023. His performance at a Don't Tell Comedy show garnered over 4.6 million views on YouTube by September 2023. His comedy special Ralph Barbosa: Cowabunga, released on Netflix in October 2023.

DCS got a call from a listener who is love with his best friend of many years who is married and in our opinion is using him just in case her marriage doesn't work out. Plus DCS talks the new NASA Astronauts, the Boss Text scam that going around and Shakira is breaking records. 

Something in Houston is not right. Just this week they've found five different bodies for a total of 13 this year in the different waterways and bayous that run through the city. The Dana Cortez show brings in expert Isiah Carey to explain all of the deaths around the bayou's. Plus DCS talks Taylor Swift's stalker going missing, co-worker's dating and Kanye's latest documentary has everyone talking about his mental health again. 

DCS is talking clowns today! From Pennywise to Ronald McDonald DCS breaks down all the different clowns. Plus DCS talks about an 11 yr old girl who killed a 300 pound alligator, Harry Styles marathon run and Cardi B is talking baby mama's

Definitely not the way to start out the week Anthony! You have to hear the story about what happened to his car this morning. Plus DCS talks to Seer Mari for a reading, hears why Cardi B works so hard and Snoop Dogg has put how many players in the NFL at this point?!

He's on the TigerBelly podcast with Bobby Lee and he opens on the road for Ralph Barbosa. That should be enough justification for you to listen. 

We're talking game shows today! Which one would you want to be on? Plus DCS talks the fed cutting rates, air force one's close call and an update on Beyonce's stolen album. 

In today's "Down in the DM" breakdown DCS asks the question, is it possible to be friends with an ex? Plus DCS talks Cardi B opening up about her divorce and her new album. 

Not every breakupis a bad one, but most are, and some of us are more petty than others. You have to hear Auto's story. Plus DCS talks about a little boy who was missing for three days, Travis Kelce is talking about the wedding, and do you unpack when you get to the hotel?

In today's "Crazy Crime of Passion" story, DCS breaks down how and why April Balascio turned her father in for the heinous crimes he committed. Plus DCS talks about a guy driving a Barbie Jeep that got a DUI, gives an update on her mom, and plays "Who's Lying" with a listener. 

Poor kid's Mom is getting all up in his business because he has his first girlfriend. Plus DCS talks an escape Water Buffalo, a wedding ring found 20 years later and UAP's that rockets are bouncing off of. 

After breaking off a ten year high school sweet heart relationship he decided to get right with himself. Plus DCS talks women playing Fantasy Football, Auto's new immune system and a reading from Seer Mari. 

Michael Yo sits down with DCS and makes all these men out here look like amateurs when it comes to putting your wife first. You can't miss this hilarious convo!

Today's Down in the DM is all about revenge! Plus DCS talks Selena Gomez getting married, a Karen going off on cops and an update on Dana's Mom.

Every family has that one person that's always spilling the tea on everyone else in the family. Is it you? Plus DCS talks about the upcoming season of the Bachelorette, free daycare, and drunk cops driving 130 mph.

In todays "Crazy Crime of Passion" Daniel Villegas was imprisoned at 16 years old! DCS tells us all how he was eventually freed after being wrongfully convicted.  Plus DCS talks about a couple that had 60k stolen at their wedding, Dana's napping habits and Jlo hanging with Ben's kids. 

Dana and Auto are talking about the string of crazy rideshare drivers they've had lately, and some listeners call in to tell their stories. Plus DCS talks about stepping in dog sh%t in the parking lot, Mariah Carey finally getting a VMA, and what Dr. Dre, Swizz Beats, and Benny Blanco are working on.

One trip to the mall has Dana all up in her feels talking about growing up and how big of a deal it was to go to the mall. Plus Travis Kelce is talking about the difference in being engaged, Seer Mari gives us all our spiritual readings, and Anthony tells us about shaving his body hair.  

In today's "Down in the DM" breakdown DCS talks about a couple that is going through it because he thinks she is having an affair with a co-worker. 

Cube is back and he's talking about his upcoming tour, how he came up with the song "Good Day" and his trick to being a great writer for not only music but movies. 

DCS is discussing the tragedy that went down in Houston Texas this week. Plus DCS talks Fantasy Football and Beyonce meeting legend Selena back in the day. 

How did it go from BFF's to I don't ever want to talk to them again. DCS listeners have some crazy stories on how and why they dropped their best friend. Plus DCS talks about that gossiping family member, Young Thug's prison call leaks, and you won't ever guess what might be giving you nightmares. 

In today's "Crazy Crime of Passion" story, DCS talks about a group of children that were playing an innocent game of "Ding Dong Ditch" when a neighbor took it upon himself to gun down the group of children. Plus, DCS talks about Cardi B in court, the millionaire CEO who stole the kid's hat, and Drake addresses the rumor that he got a BBL. 

Have you ever been in a relationship you knew wasn't good for you, but you just couldn't let them go? Our DCS family is going through it, and we're trying to help her out. Plus, DCS talks about Auto's credit card getting declined and a foodie influencer couple that almost died on the job. 

Plus Dana comes to find out its not really Labor Day at least not according to Anthony A and Auto tells us about his trip to see a psychic. 

DCS talks about the horrific incident that went down in Minneapolis Minnesota at Annunciation Catholic School. 

In today's Down in the DM Breakdown DCS talks to a couple who started out in couples therapy but now he wants to go to therapy by himself because she's just to much. Plus DCS talks the benefits of napping and court appointed community service they have had to do over the years. 

That Travis is a smooth operator. The guy put in that groundwork to get that engagement ring on Taylor's finger. Plus, DCS talks Cardi B's civil lawsuit and wigs, Cracker Barrel goes back to the old logo, and do you still see your ex's kids?

In today's "Crazy Crime of Passion" story, DCS breaks down what happened with the Austin man who went into a Target and opened fire. Plus DCS talks about Taylor Swift's engagement ring, Lil Nas X getting tased by police, and single mom's struggles.............

Anthony's childhood friend got caught robbing banks, and Anthony is telling us all why and how. Plus DCS talks about Cracker Barrel, Auto walking in front of Dana, and Selena Gomez's new brand deal. 

Millie Bobby Brown just adopted a child at 21 years old. DJ Automatic thinks she is way too young to have a kid, let alone adopt a child that could go to parents that are unable to conceive their own child. Plus DCS gets our spiritual reading for our in-house psychic, Seer Mari.

DCS breaks down all the places on the internet that children watch their shows, play their games and talk to each other. Is your child safe on the internet?

Listen to hear what has Dana and Auto all up in their feels. Plus in today's "Down in the DM" DCS talks to a woman who feels like she wasted her time. 

Are you checking their financials before you commit? Plus DCS plays "Who's Lying" with a listener. 

Auto is cheating on Dana in her dreams, Dana has food facts about our children, and Seer Mari has a spiritual forecast for all of us.  

As a parent, you're sometimes put in a tough spot. Do you tell the kids the whole truth and nothing but the truth, or is it okay to tell a little fib here and there to the kiddos?

In today's Down in the DM Breakdown, DCS discusses the fine line between innocent flirting and sending mixed signals that can possibly lead to cheating. Plus, DCS talks about Timothée Chalamet and Tyler the Creator starring in a new movie together. 

Simone Lyke Succumbed to her Injuries at the Hospital After Being Viciously Mauled by Her Pit Bull. DCS discusses whether a dog should be put down if it snaps at a child or its owner. Plus, DCS talks about the top 5 things women are attracted to in men, possible new marijuana laws, and Taylor Swift dropping a new album!

You read that right. She ran over her husband and wasn't charged with a crime?! You have to hear today's "Crazy Crime of Passion" story. Plus DCS talks about Cardi B clapping back at her fans, huge engagement rings, and plays "Who's Lying" with a DCS listener. 

She was married for ten years and recently got divorced; when she went to turn the ring into a necklace, the jeweler let her know the ring wasn't a natural diamond. Do you have a problem with a lab-grown vs. natural diamond? Plus DCS talks back to school, the latest TikTok challenge, and Diddy getting a pardon from Trump. 

They don't like your friends, but you really like them. Are you cutting off friends to pursue a new relationship if your new person doesn't like them? Plus DCS talks food shaming, love languages, and some of DJ Automatic's disgusting habits. 

Its the gentle vs authoritative parenting debate!

In today's "Crazy Crime of Passion," DCS recaps a story of a woman fighting off a man who tried to take her in broad daylight. Plus DCS lets us know that Kardashian is speaking Spanish now.