For The Barrios Podcast

On our final episode, Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and Alwa Gordon go detailed how they continue to persevere within their different environments. This is the For The Barrios Podcast's last episode as both co-host go on and focus on their individual crafts. Javie will continue providing realness within music. Velaz will continue his poetry and podcasting, so be in the look out for Varrio Voices - Coming soon! forthebarriospodcast.org Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com

On "S5 E7: ," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and Maria Espinoza go to describe vivid moments in which one had to be an interpreter and translator for their own familias and communities since a young age. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. forthebarriospodcast.org Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S5 E6: Redefining Salinas," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and Xago illustrate the changes that Salinas, California has undergone in response to the country's increase of capitalism, individuality, and the excessive influence media has on people. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. forthebarriospodcast.org Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S5 E5: Exploring Indigeneity," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and Resi discuss some of the oppression indigenous communities face in both Mexico and in the US. This episode also encourages individuals to learn about other indigenous communities in addition to the Aztecs, and to enhance the understanding of how indigenous communities are different to our mestizo and criollo hermanxs. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. forthebarriospodcast.org Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S5 E4: Youth Advocacy at Unity Rally," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and youth from Salinas go on to demonstrate how powerful young voices truly are. Our hope for this episode is to inspire other youth to share their stories, showcase their strengths, and become involved within their communities. In addition, may this example of youth advocacy enlighten our adults on how our youth can, too, make change. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. forthebarriospodcast.org Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S5 E2: Muralismo Pt1," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Augie and Jessica, highlighted the ways murals go to contribute to the betterment of the community and the reclaiming of history. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. forthebarriospodcast.org Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S5 E2: Muralismo Pt1," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Augie and Jessica, highlighted the ways murals go to contribute to the betterment of the community and the reclaiming of history. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S5 E1: Fear As Motivation," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Ernie, discussed how one can use fear as a form of motivation, empowerment, and growth. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E7: 1st Gen. Student," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Rachelle, reminisced on the way their hometown had once been and advocating to stop the displacement of community members. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E6: 1st Gen. Student," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Lexi, reflected on what it is to be a first generation student and how this academic journey contributes to our story of resilience. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E5: 1st Gen. Professionals," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Mayra and Maria, thought critically about what it is to be a professional, and furthermore, a professional with little to no support system in the area of work. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E4: From The Shadows To The Light," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Cesar, bonded over a powerful and vulnerable conversation on life changing experiences. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E3: Healing," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Rosaura AKA HayStack Mujer, went on to highlight the ways they hive practiced healing and how those practices have changed throughout their journeys. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E2: Spirituality," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Mystere, reflected on their individual paths of enlightenment and what spirituality looked like for each one of them. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S4 E1: Inspirations," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Maria, created the space to discuss how current threats of mass deportation has made us feel as individuals and as a community. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E7: Inspirations," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Cecilia, discussed about people who have inspired them and what makes them an inspiration. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E6: Amor Propio," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Noemi, cultivated an embracing space to talk about their journey within self love. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E5: Success & Growth," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Brown 9six, reflected on their individual definitions of success and how to uplift others in reaching their goals. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E4: Checking Our Privilege," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Bianca, emphasized the importance of checking our own privileges and standing in solidarity with others. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E2: Going to College," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Fernando, got to share how they perceive hardships and traumas, and how it assists them in discovering their purpose in life. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E2: Going to College," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Drew, resonated with each other's journey in higher education. Tune in and explore their lives as students. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. If interest in being a Guest Star, send us a DM or email. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S3 E1: Q & A," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz) and Young Javie took time to answer the listeners' insightful questions. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 E7: Bulletproof Strength," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Antidote, provided a glimpse to why they had to grow up so fast, and how it reinforced their identity as strong willed individuals. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 E6: Relationships," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Ricardo(eme7), shared stories to how music has shaped them to who they are today, and how music reflects their sense identity. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 E5: Relationships," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Maria(Feminista Problematica), talked about how they have developed their individual definition for consent, love, and healthy relationships. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 E4: Blooming Through Arte," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Camaxtli (A.K.A. C-Max), reflected on how their own passions within arte has allowed them to grow as individuals, leaders, and lifelong learners. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 E3: Exploring Critical thinking," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Professor Nathan Osborne, explored how critical thinking allows for us to better our community, our barrios, and ourselves. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 Ep2: Mentality & Life Experiences," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, J Phlow, reflected on experiences which led to their growth and how they got through tough times, when there was a lack of motivation and mental health. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S2 Ep1: Viva La Mujer," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Amy RodrÍguez, took time to recognize Women’s History Month by highlighting the actions of historical mujeres de nuestro pasado y el presente. To enhance the power of this episode, all three casts shared a poem as gifts for you all. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep7: La Cultura Cura," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Lilo, explored the different ways cultura has contributed to their well-being, identity, and sense of community, along with the listeners' favorite home remedies. In essence, decolonizing ourselves and becoming further in touch with our ancestral practices contributes to a higher quality of life. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep6: Poetic Healing," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Missy Hart (A.K.A. Infinite Mentality), highlight the beauty within their damaged petals through poetry and hip hop, unshackling themselves from past traumas and strengthening their hearts. Wrapped up the episode sharing untold stories about ourselves. The cast left a blooper for you to find. Can you find it first? Next episode we'll announce the winner. Prize is a free Rebel Warrior t-shirt. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep5: Cuentos Y Dichos," Arturo (A.K.A. Velaz), Young Javie, and special guest, Angel Martinez, highlighted the significance of our families' and communities' cuentos. Wrapped up the episode with Two-Truths-And-A-Lie. Play along and see if you guess right. Please feel welcomed to share a story for us to read and/or speak about, relevant to the podcast. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep4: Palabra From Our Parents," Arturo (A.K.A. Velas) and Young Javie both were enlightened through humorous and heart-touching interviews with their parents, gaining an insight to why their parents raised them the way they did. Please feel welcomed to share a story with us relevant to the podcast that you would like for us to share and/or speak about. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep3: Dreams and Nightmares" Arturo, Young Javie, and special guest, Hernan Chavez, explored the significance of dreams and nightmares, connecting it to common experiences in the barrios. Don't miss the Five Minutes of Fun Freestyle segment!! Please feel welcomed to share a story with us relevant to the podcast that you would like for us to share and/or speak about. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep2: Self-Love & Relations," Young Javie, Arturo "Velas," and our special guest, Ilene, came together to define self-love and healthy relationship. The conversation went on to highlight key elements to growing as an individual and in romantic relationship. During our Five Minutes of Fun, For The Barrios Podcast shared listeners' definitions of L-O-V-E. For The Barrios Podcast welcomes listeners to send in a story relevant to the podcast you would like to share. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast

On "S1 Ep1: Purpose and Role Models," Arturo "Velas" and Young Javie reflected on their expiriences and why it is that this podcast is much needed. This led to an exploration of the definition of the term "role model" and what it looked like to our individual selves. Lastly, closing it up with our first attempt at a segment called Five Minutes of Fun. Orale!!! Please feel welcomed to share a story with us relevant to the podcast that you would like for us to share and/or speak about. Email: forthebarriospodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @forthebarriospodcast