Loose Crew Podcast

We're joined by good friend of the podcast Nick in this somber episode about the Uvalde shooting and American gun culture in general. The tragedy at Uvalde is just the latest in what's become a uniquely horrific American tradition of mass shootings, particularly inside of schools. If the shooting wasn't bad enough, details of the total cowardice and incompetence of the responding officers is only adding to the moral rage people are feeling about what unfolded on that day. It's not the happiest of podcasts, but we felt it was necessary for us to share some of our thoughts on what happened. We hope you get something out of this conversation but more importantly, we hope you continue to feel mad (as our buddy Nick says on this show).Our intro song is Fuck a Proud Boy by Kind EyesOur closing song is Party by Bad Bunny and Rauw Alejandro

The Young God Q'Raun is back on the podcast! Q'Raun is a great friend of the pod who you guys may remember from our earlier episode (Season 2, Episode 10). He is a local artist in every sense of the word; he paints, designs shirts and of course makes music. Q'Raun is set to release his latest project Lunar this upcoming weekend (5/29) and he's joining us today to tell us all about it. Q is even playing two of his songs on this very episode, days before they drop! Grab your red cup, get the headphones and get ready to enjoy some vibes on this special Memorial Day weekend episode!Q'Raun will be having a listening session this Sunday May 29th at 7pm (9003 Rhode Island Ave, College Park MD) and all are invited. We will be there as well!Our intro song is Power by Q'RaunThe first song we played from Lunar is ATM, the second song is All Gods Bleed and the last song is Phases. You'll be able to listen to all of these songs and more when Lunar drops on May 29thOur closing song is noRegular by Q'Raun

We're joined on this episode by our good friend Elmer who operates El Paraiso Restaurant in Reistertown and also invests in real estate. Elmer talks to us about running his restaurant and how he began investing in real estate. He offers very valuable practical advice for anyone who might be interested in investing, or simply making money. This episode is definitely worth a listen, so grab your beer and make sure to have a notebook and pen handy too!The intro song is Pourquoi pas by Miel de Montagne.The closing songs are Can't Tell Me Nothing and Flashing Lights by Kanye West.

We're discussing a subject that's personal for us in this episode. Nayib Bukele is the populist President of El Salvador who enjoys wide popular approval from the Salvadoran people, but has also been consistently criticized for some of his anti-democratic actions as President. The weekend of March 26th saw the most public violence carried out by gangs since the end of the Salvadoran civil war in 1992 and President Bukele has responded with a wave of arrests and suspensions of due process protections. Javier, Doug and Jay are all of Salvadoran descent and have all watched Bukele's presidency with keen interest. We discuss the history of violence in El Salvador, the rise of the gangs, the truce negotiated in 2012, how Bukele came to power, and his response to the recent spike in violence. We also discuss Bukele's presidency in general, and to what extent we're worried about his potential for authoritarianism. Grab your drink and join us in this important discussion!The introductory song is Adentro by Calle 13.The closing songs are Linda Muchachita and Las Salvadorenas by Hermanos FloresThe video clips used in this episode are below:"Bukele threatens reprisals to El Salvador gangs over spike in violence" Al Jazeera English"Nayib Bukele a las pandillas 'No habra comida ni en las cárceles'" JPMasThe clip of the young woman describing what she thinks should be done about the gangs comes from NPR's Radio Ambulante podcast. The episode is called The Truce and it gives an excellent detailed account of the truce negotiated in 2012 and the fallout that came after it was reported.If you'd like to learn more about the specific subjects we covered in this episode, below are some excellent resources:Colonel Maximiliano Hernandez Martinez (article)In the Name of the People: El Salvador's Civil War (documentary)Killed in El Salvador: An American Story (documentary and New York Times article)Ross Kemp on Gangs: El Salvador MS13 (documentary)Bukele: Hero or Dictator of the Most Violent Country in the World (short video)Nayib Bukele's interview with Al JazeeraNayib Bukele's interview with Tucker CarlsonPresident Bukele: El Salvador's Authoritarian Ruler (hour-long discussion)

We're joined again in this episode by special guest Trish, and we're all sharing three songs that have some special meaning to us. We experience all different ranges of emotions here so get ready for a fun one. Grab your headphones or put the volume up on your car speakers and enjoy the music!Our intro song is Subelo by Anuel AA, Mike Towers and Jhay CortezOur closing songs are:Lamento Boliviano by Los Enanitos VerdesFiesta Cumbiambera by Aniceto MolinaPa'lla Voy by Marc Anthony

In what may possibly be one of the most significant events in our generation, Russia has invaded Ukraine. In this episode we explain some of the historical context that's led up to the invasion, our thoughts and reactions about the conflict, what we think the United States should do in response, and where we think this conflict can ultimately lead up to. We also talk about the big news surrounding the announcement of Kentanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the Supreme Court. We talk about her background, why we think she's the best pick for the nomination and we even share some of our own positive experiences with public defenders. We hope that the situation in Ukraine can resolve itself peacefully somehow, and we stand firmly with everyone around the world who desires peace. Take a deep breath, grab your drink and enjoy the conversation. 

We're back and we're talking about sex with friend of the pod Patricia (Trish). We're talking about sexual norms in today's society, casual sex, sex in relationships, fetishes and other random topics related to doing the deed. Perfect episode for that wine bottle you've kept lying around, so grab a glass and enjoy!Introductory song is Sus Huellas by Romeo Santos and exit song is No Guidance by Chris Brown feat. Drake.Cisco references a meta-analysis that describes how there's sometimes a discrepancy between a woman's physiological arousal and her subjective response to what turns her on. You can read more about this topic here.We talk about the BDSM test that tells you your sexual tastes and kinks. You can take that test here. 

You'll definitely need some dark liquor for this conversation. The guys have all taken on more responsibilities over the past year so we take some time to check in with each other and talk about how everyone has been coping with the stress of being a working man today. The guys talk about stress, relationships and what it means to be happy today. Kick back, enjoy the conversation and definitely make sure to check in with your loved ones!In this conversation you'll hear us talk about:The Super BowlValentine's DayMental and emotional healthWork-related stressOur happiest memories and importance of relationshipsAdvice for young menOur goals for the next 5 yearsOur intro song is Ojos Rojos by Nicky Jam and our closing song is Dani California by the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

We're back for our first episode of 2022! In this episode we talk a little about our two month hiatus, where our podcast is going in the near future, recent political topics and our thoughts on the upcoming Super Bowl. You'll hear us talk about:The crisis in UkraineThe Joe Rogan controversyBiden's upcoming Supreme Court nominationCoach Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFLThe upcoming Super BowlThe Washington CommandersShoutouts to Nando for winning our inaugural Loose Crew Fantasy League!! Our intro song is Estos Celos by Vicente Fernandez (R.I.P) and the closing song is Desahogo by Vico-C.

Our brother Isai is back and he's just dropped another one!! Mercedes Baby is out NOW and you know we had to do another listening session! We're listening to each and every track in this episode and talking to Isai about his vision and inspiration for the project. We had a blast recording this one so grab your drink (or your smoke), turn your speakers up and lets get this money.MERCEDES BABY OUT NOW ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS!!!

In this episode we're joined by the host of The Zero Hour podcast Richard "RJ" Eskow! RJ Eskow is a progressive journalist who has written and appeared in a wide range of media outlets including The Huffington Post (now HuffPost), The Young Turks, Salon, etc. RJ Eskow also worked as chief writer and editor for the 2016 Bernie Sanders presidential campaign. Today, he continues to write about politics and culture, while regularly interviewing leading change-makers on The Zero Hour.RJ Eskow brings a wealth of knowledge about the media and political landscape over the past 30 years, and valuable insight on where things may be going in the future. This amazing conversation covers RJ's background, his views on the mainstream media, his experiences working for Bernie Sanders, the Biden presidency and his overall thoughts on the American left today. It's an illuminating conversation that will leave you feeling just a little more optimistic of where our country can go, if only we're willing to fight for it. Grab your drink and tap in!

We're joined by Mickey, owner of Hazel's Clothing, for a discussion on art, politics and entrepreneurship. Mickey is a local designer and activist who is deeply interested in advocating for her community and creating a brand that's reflective of her urban Afrocentrism. We converse at length on many issues here, including gentrification in DC, police, prison reform and creativity. Start your weekend early with us and enjoy the episode!Make sure to follow Hazel's Clothing on Instagram and check out her new Fall/Winter 2021 collection!

We're back with another Loose Crew Politics episode, and today we're addressing Biden's declining approval ratings. We talk about Biden's shortcomings as president from his pandemic response to the border crisis, and we also talk about what the democrats could accomplish if they have any hopes of not getting swamped in the midterms. Not a lot of good to talk about here honestly, but we're hoping things get better.Extra:Biden's declining approval ratingDems Deserve Midterm SHELLACKING for Biden's Lies (Krystal Ball)Miley Cyrus' rendition of Zombies

Expectations are high for Obe Amaya and he didn't disappoint with his latest album First Generation. We got a chance to meet up again and this time he brought his recording and mix engineer Madd Maxx to talk to us about the work that went behind the music. We listen to every single track and talk about the inspiration, technical production and final thoughts on the finished product. It's a great album with a great story behind it, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Isai is also a special guest on this podcast, and you'll hear a bit about other features on the album like Kosta Rapteez, TRACK and Jairo Flores.

It's Labor Day weekend which means it's time for our annual pod with our great friends over at Kind Monster! Kind Monster is now going into their 3rd year as a brand so we asked them about their drops this past year, what they feel good about, what they struggled with and what motivates them to keep going. It's always a pleasure meeting with them and we know you guys will enjoy this talk about creativity, growth and persistence.Be sure to check out Kind Monster on Instagram and their official website!

The new season is upon us and we're hype!! In this episode we're going to every division in the league and making our picks for who will end up coming out. We also discuss our top picks for each conference, MVP favorites, dark horse MVP candidates and fantasy football. We're also very excited to announce our inaugural Loose Crew Fantasy League which has just kicked off! We discuss our new league in this episode so be sure to tune in!Big shoutouts to the competitors of the inaugural Loose Crew Fantasy League:East Division:BANDZ DeGucci Fan Club (@dougie.91)Team Name Drops When Donda Drops (@bitchimfatjesus)The FitzMagic Show (@cool_jays1)Jaydog Bigmeech (@bigmeechjulio)Md Jsneak (@jaysneaky_)West Division:Yall can Chase Im in a Carson (@savecisco)Wash_Fantasy Football Team (@nandogainz)Kimes st Hooligans (@ohnoitspolo)Los Come culos (@d_salgado)La Union Locos (@noIGivan)

This past weekend we were joined by the creative and musical artist Q'Raun. We talked about Q'raun's music, his background, his musical influences, what inspires him and some of his other artistic endeavors. We know you'll enjoy this conversation as much as we did, so grab your drink and tune in!You can check out Q'Rauns collaboration with Kind Monster at their website. You can see Q'Raun live at Till Next Summer, which is Sunday August 29th at 4:00pm. We'll be there too!

As we enter our late 20s and early 30s this year, we take some time to reflect on the past decade. What we struggled with, what we learned and what our goals are for the next decade. Grab some Henny White, or some Brugal, and join us in this conversation from our vacation in Punta Cana!Intro Songs:Merengue Electronico- Omega El FuertePepas- FarrukoShoutouts to our awesome chef who served us during our stay in Punta Cana! Hit him up the next time you're there on vacation, we promise you won't regret it: @joaquin_reyes_chef

The Loose Crew is on vacation in Punta Cana and we're sharing funny work stories! Grab a drink and join us!

In this episode we discuss the recent phenomenon of billionaires going into space, ongoing workers strikes, the minimum wage and wealth inequality in our society. Below are links to things we referenced in this show:How Amazon Crushes Unions (New York Times)Krystal and Saagar's Interview with Chris Smalls (fired Amazon employee) Frito-Lays Workers Go On Strike (YouTube parody)Frito-Lays workers describe harsh working conditions (Secular Talk)Frito-Lays worker electrocuted on the job, denied medical care, stalked and harassed by company agents (More Perfect Union)Joe Biden on the minimum wage (CNN)The Productivity-Pay Gap (Economic Policy Institute)

We're joined by the artists Isaí and OBE AMAYA in this conversation about hip-hop, growing up in the DMV, and the creative process. If you love good music this is an episode you don't want to miss. Both of these artists are incredibly talented and are authentically themselves, which comes through in their music. Enjoy the episode and be sure to check out the links below!!Intro song- Private Show by Isaí, Cvpset Martae and Premo RiceIsaí:Music To Smoke To (Apple Music link)Private Show music videoLet U Decide music videoOBE AMAYA:Coming of Age (Apple Music link)Checkmate music videoHeads of State music video

In this bonus episode we share a couple of funny past experiences at different clubs with great friend of the podcast DJ Danny G. Grab a drink and enjoy the stories!Make sure to catch the Ponte Las Pilas Radio Show on Mixcloud and you can also listen to some original music from DJ Danny G over on Bandcamp.

We are joined in this episode by our good friend and immigration attorney Ricky (@rick_e_92). We have a very spirited conversation about Ricky's journey through law school, his early success as a lawyer and what advice he has for anyone else chasing their dreams. Lots of laughs in this one, grab a drink (or a coffee) and enjoy this fun conversation!

In this bonus episode we discuss the current state of professional boxing and mixed martial arts. Which sport is the better sport to watch right now? Is one sport getting better while the other stagnates? Hear our opinions in this short bonus episode!

Introducing our new subshow of the podcast, focused exclusively on politics. We'll drop these episodes twice a month which will focus exclusively on current U.S. politics. The episodes are shorter and are for our listeners who enjoy our political discussions. Look out for the title "Loose Crew Politics" when you want to hear our opinions on the latest political developments.In this episode, we give our official grades on the Biden administration so far. You'll hear us discuss the positives and the negatives as we see them, and what we think will happen in the next few years under this administration. We hope you enjoy the episode and encourage you to join us in the discussion by reaching out to us with your opinions or simply keeping up with the politics alongside us!

The Loose Crew Podcast is finally back for Season Two! Great friend of the show DJ Danny G joins us to talk about his new show, his career as a DJ, musical tastes and preferences and some football. You can follow DJ Danny G on Instagram @djdannyg_eljefe. Listen to  his new show, Ponte Las Pilas Radio on Mixcloud and follow his artist page too. You can listen to some of his original releases and mixes on Bandcamp as well.

The election is upon us and the Loose Crew Podcast is here to discuss it! Join us in this conversation about what will likely turn out to become the most consequential election of modern American history. We discuss our predictions, current early voting trends, how the courts could end up deciding the election, why Latino and Black voters are turning to Trump and why despite everything, there's still room for optimism. Grab a hard drink and tune in, it's going to be a crazy ride.The song at the beginning of the show is A Nightmare on My Street by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince.00:00:00 Intro music00:00:23 A Nightmare on My Street by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince00:03:19 What are we drinking?00:05:38 Election predictions00:11:18 Election updates and early voting turnout00:20:40 Possibility of the courts deciding the outcome of the election00:27:45 Voter suppression as Republican political strategy00:35:40 Bush v. Gore (2000) Supreme Court case00:39:56 Recent Supreme Court rulings regarding mail-in ballots00:42:57 Why do Latino and Black voters support Trump?01:07:15 Hunter Biden story01:17:20 Any reason for optimism?

The Loose Crew Podcast is joined by special guest Fernando (@nandogainz) in a discussion on all things NFL. Fernando is an extremely knowledgable sports mind who has a deep interest in analytics and has also spent time reporting in the past. We talk about the woes of the NFC East, the leading MVP candidates, how the coronavirus has affected the season, and other hot topics in the league right now.

The Loose Crew is joined by four teachers to discuss distance learning during the current COVID-19 pandemic. The teachers invited teach at the elementary and high school levels, and are also young teachers of color. They describe their experience adjusting to online learning, how they think their students are doing, why black and brown students tend to lag behind their white counterparts, and what our community can do to help their kids succeed during the pandemic.The song at the beginning of the episode is Good Day by Greg Street feat. Nappy Roots.00:00:00 Intro music00:00:24 Good Day by Greg Street feat. Nappy Roots00:02:23 What are we drinking00:03:34 Introductions00:04:10 Los introduces himself00:06:07 Michelle introduces herself00:07:23 Edwin introduces himself00:09:07 How different has teaching been during the pandemic?00:25:25 How are students doing?00:28:20 Why do black and brown students tend to struggle/role of parents00:44:04 What should schools be doing to improve?00:48:20 DC opening schools in November00:56:00 Long term effects of the pandemic on students01:00:33 Issues with union and contract negotiations01:04:13 Differences between DC and MoCo01:08:15 General advice to parents

In this episode, the Loose Crew explains the death of Breonna Taylor and the subsequent investigation that followed. They explain the details of the case, the highly dubious actions of the police officers and judge involved, the questionable grand jury decision, and the current lack of police accountability in our society at large.

The Loose Crew is joined by good friend Julio (IG: @bigmeechjulio) in a frank discussion on relationships. Julio works for Montgomery County Public Schools and is happily married. He helps the Loose Crew explore the challenges and benefits of intimate relationships, from a male perspective.00:00:00 Intro music00:00:25 Hey Ma by Cam'Ron feat. Juelz Santana00:03:35 What are we drinking?00:05:06 Julio introduces himself00:07:57 What's the topic?00:12:30 Julio talks about marriage00:18:09 Temptation and other problems in relationships00:30:21 Complacency00:32:24 Why get into a relationship?00:41:40 Views on marriage00:48:10 Best parts about being in a relationship01:02:00 Past relationship mistakes01:16:48 Sex01:21:20 Gender roles01:25:25 Advice for young men

In this episode, the Loose Crew discusses the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and why it matters. You'll hear them discuss the history of the Supreme Court, why the nomination process has always been undemocratic, how the Republicans have politicized the entire process and what Democrats can do moving forward. To learn more about RBG and her historical legacy, you can read this interview here or watch this video tribute created by the National Constitution Center. You may also want to read on how the Republicans stopped Obamas nomination of Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court in 2016. You'll hear references to the Federalist Society, the long history of forced sterilizations on women of color (including the recent whistleblower report alleging that ICE continues the practice today) and the disproportional make-up of the Senate. You can read more about those topics by following the links.00:00:00 The death of RBG00:03:57 What are we drinking?00:06:15 History of the Supreme Court and the nomination process00:07:14 The problem with Senate confirmation hearings00:16:00 Why RBG's death matters00:30:36 How long is the nomination process, Merrick Garland00:34:50 What can the Democrats do?00:38:00 Should RBG have retired under Obama?00:48:46 Should the Democrats add more seats to the Supreme Court?01:00:52 Should we get rid of the Supreme Court?01:04:00 Final thoughts

It's football season!! Join the Loose Crew as they share some of their predictions for the new season!00:00:00 Intro00:02:38 How long until the season gets cancelled?00:06:30 SuperBowl favorites00:10:23 Offenses to watch this season00:11:59 Dak's depression00:15:12 MVP favorites00:19:26 Potential dark horses00:23:09 How many wins will our teams get?00:25:38 Who will win the NFC East?

The Loose Crew spends some time discussing their 9/11 experiences, the upcoming election, political corruption, identity politics and their feelings about the future direction of this country. After such a rough year, what's the future outlook of this country? The song at the beginning of the episode is Don Don by Daddy Yankee, Anuel AA & Kendo Kaponi. The Loose Crew references a book written by Bjorn Lomborg where he argues that the future consequences of climate change are real but exaggerated. You can view him discussing the book with Michael Shermer here. There is also a reference to the revolving door between big law firms and financial/banking regulatory agencies, which is described in great detail in this video.The Loose Crew criticizes the film "Cuties" in this episode, which is found on Netflix. You can hear the director of the film, Maimouna Doucoure, respond to her critics (including the Loose Crew) in this op-ed.There is reference made to the strange, seemingly lax (in some cases even tolerant) attitude toward pedophilia that some of the french intellectual elite have had since the 1960s. You can read more about that here, here and here.00:00:00 Intro music00:00:25 Don Don by Daddy Yankee, Anuel AA & Kendo Kaponi00:02:18 Shoutouts and introductions00:06:03 What are we drinking?00:09:07 Javier speaks about experiencing 9/11 in El Salvador00:13:10 Cisco's 9/11 experience00:15:57 Doug's 9/11 experience00:19:30 Freedom of speech00:24:00 Post 9/11 and the polarization of America00:26:40 2020 00:29:10 Elections and Trump00:32:03 Believe all women?00:35:50 Joe Biden and the election00:37:10 Healthcare00:39:40 Political corruption00:43:07 Problems with identity politics00:51:38 Future of the progressive movement00:56:33 Back to the election00:58:35 Climate change, boomers and millennials01:04:44 Netflix's "Cuties"01:10:02 Drag Queen Story Hour01:14:09 Closing

The Loose Crew Podcast is joined by the founders of the Kind Monster Clothing brand in an uplifting conversation about the creative process, style and positivity. Kind Monster emphasizes seeing the good in everyone, even supposed monsters!"Don't judge, be kind." Join us to see why Kind Monster has chosen to create an entire brand around this message, and what other potential creators could expect to experience when trying to materialize their own thoughts and ideas.You can check out Kind Monster Clothing over at KindMonsterClothing.com or on their Instagram page. You can also check out the DMV Design Lab for custom projects.The IPAs we enjoyed while recording this episode can be found at the Cedar Grove Store in Damascus.00:00:00 Intro00:00:20 Ultralight Beam by Kanye West00:02:40 Shoutouts/Introductions00:04:00 What are we drinking?00:07:00 Introducing Kind Monster00:11:56 What is Kind Monster? 00:18:20 Kind Monster influences00:24:50 The creative process00:35:24 Long term goals00:49:50 Dealing with disagreements and issues00:53:50 Marketing00:55:15 Spreading positivity01:08:28 Entrepreneur mindset/fashion in the DMV01:13:02 Overcoming the first drop01:20:40 Future drops

This week the Loose Crew (along with frequent recurring guest Cisco) are joined by the hilarious owner of Buso Cuts, Edwin Arias. Edwin is a barber entrepreneur who grew up in PG County, graduated from the University of Maryland and recently opened his own barbershop after finding quick success as a young independent barber cutting out of his parent’s house. Enter the barbershop with us and enjoy this lively conversation with one of the funniest and most talented barbers in the DMV!Be sure to set your appointment with Edwin here. You can also follow the other members of the Buso Cuts team, Baby O and Gregg.

The Loose Crew is joined by Daniel Cardenas (and our frequent recurring guest Cisco) to discuss mental health, particularly in black and brown communities. Daniel Cardenas is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland, Virginia, Arizona and Texas. He currently provides mental health services to unaccompanied minors at the border and also to people suffering from natural disasters. As a young Latino man who grew up in the DMV, his insight is uniquely relatable to the members of the Loose Crew and we anticipate that our listeners will feel the same after listening to him.In this podcast you'll hear references to the following books:Lori Gottlieb- Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, HER Therapist, and Our Lives RevealedRuss- It's All In Your HeadDanny also briefly describes how mental health services can be affordable for almost anyone. You can watch his more in-depth video on the subject here.The song at the beginning of the episode is Do It Myself by Russ.00:00:00 Intro Music00:00:23 Do It Myself by Russ00:02:11 Introductions and shoutouts00:02:42 What are we drinking?00:05:05 Who were our role models growing up?00:08:40 Introducing Danny Cardenas00:10:25 What is mental health?00:11:00 Danny's college background, what made him specialize in mental health?00:15:34 Danny's experience as a latino mental health professional00:18:14 How can we normalize mental health services for black and brown people?00:21:19 How has therapy helped the members of the Loose Crew?00:26:20 How could we overcome the stigma around mental health?00:27:38 Danny describes his current position00:30:33 Depression 00:37:50 How to help a friend in need00:43:06 Who should seek mental health services?00:45:40 Neurodivergency00:48:38 Protecting your mental health in this chaotic world00:52:20 Self-care00:54:00 Affordability of mental health services 00:56:27 Connection between physical and mental health01:02:30 How can someone become a mental health professional?01:04:50 Anxiety and depression in teenagers today/social media01:10:57 Imposter syndrome01:14:20 Final thoughts

We are joined in this special bonus episode by Diana (@mujerdeea), Yossi (@adelitaaaaa_), and our frequent recurring guest Cisco. After we recorded Episode 10, Diana explained some basics of astrology to us. She spoke about the differences between rising signs, sun signs and moon signs, how a birth chart is calculated, where this knowledge comes from, and calculating compatibility between different individuals based on their respective signs. These among a few other funny side stories from our hosts and contributors.

The Loose Crew (joined by Cisco!) sits down to discuss careers after high school. They talk about their own experiences after high school and describe their thoughts on the value of a college education, other routes available for people who don't like school, challenges they encountered finding their own careers and what advice they'd give to young teenagers currently contemplating their futures.The song at the beginning of the episode is Good Morning by Kanye West.While recording this episode the Loose Crew enjoyed drinking Teremana Tequila, a new brand of tequila owned by The People's Champion Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. 00:00:00 Intro Music00:00:22 Good Morning by Kanye West00:01:30 Shoutouts and Introductions00:04:20 What are we drinking?00:07:15 What are we talking about today?00:07:40 Doug talks about his college experience00:12:09 Jessy talks about his experiences after high school00:27:50 Javier's experiences after high school00:35:53 Cisco's experiences after high school00:43:00 Is college forced on kids today?00:48:30 Loose Crew talks money00:52:10 Jessy's advice for teenagers 01:00:02 Jessy talks about his mentality in high school and what he would do differently01:01:16 Doug and Javier talk about high school01:07:32 Los talks about his high school experience01:08:50 Cisco talks about his high school experience01:13:10 Value in the struggle01:17:30 Cisco talks about how to get into a trade01:21:30 The ball seeks motion

After discussing Maryland politics, the Loose Crew (and Cisco) had some fun talking about some of their favorite Reggaeton artists, past and present. Listen in for some laughs, a surprise cameo appearance, and overall shit-talking.

In this episode the Loose Crew Podcast is once again joined by special guest Cisco to discuss Maryland politics. They talk mostly about Governor Hogan, his response to the coronavirus pandemic and the upcoming national elections. The song at the beginning of the podcast is Por Mi Reggae Muero 2020 by Yandel and Anuel AA.You'll also hear references to the following books in this episode:The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin GrahamThe Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter--And How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg JayBehave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst by Robert Sapolsky00:00:00 Intro music00:00:30 Por Mi Reggae Muero 2020 by Yandel and Anuel AA00:01:10 Introductions and shoutouts00:04:10 What are we drinking?00:05:52 What are we reading?00:12:20 Basic politics of Maryland00:23:20 Senate President Mike Miller00:26:02 Former Speaker of the House Mike Busch, new Speaker Adrienne Jones00:30:15 Hogan's coronavirus response in Maryland00:48:20 Things we don't like about Hogan00:56:00 Future presidential candidates and national electoral politics01:07:10 Back to Hogan01:12:25 Vice Presidents

The Loose Crew talks about cancel culture, if it exists, possible examples of people being cancelled, and what free speech means to them. In this episode you'll hear them reference a few stories, which can be explored further following the links below:Harper's Magazine: A Letter on Justice and Open DebateBari Weiss resignation letter from the New York TimesBoycott, Divestment and Sanctions movementAnti-BDS laws explained (Vox)Audio of TA Linsey Shepherd being reprimanded for showing her students Jordan Peterson videoFordham University student Austin Tong reprimanded for incendiary Instagram postsAlex Jones Sandy Hook controversyRush Limbaugh airs racist "Barack the Magic Negro" song on his radio showThe song at the beginning of the episode is Michael Myers by Myke Towers. We'd also like to send our deepest condolences to the family of Michael Brooks who sadly passed away on July 20th. R.I.P Michael Brooks.00:00:00 Intro music00:00:24 Myke Towers- Michael Myers00:02:00 Shoutouts/What are we drinking?00:07:15 Cancel Culture/Wild Tweets00:10:39 What is Cancel Culture?00:12:50 How did Cancel Culture begin?00:15:35 Social media and Cancel Culture00:18:55 Is Cancel Culture real?00:25:24 BDS movement00:31:10 Cancel Culture in Higher Education00:38:10 Back to BDS movement00:43:43 Austin Tong suspended from Fordham University00:48:20 McCarthyism/Bari Weiss00:54:40 Harper's Weekly letter/Glenn Greenwald01:00:10 Freedom of Speech/Holocaust denial01:04:40 Alex Jones and Free Speech01:09:35 Coronavirus and Anti-Vaxxers01:12:30 Who should actually be cancelled?01:20:30 R.I.P. Michael Brooks

The Loose Crew share a few more funny stories, this time related to some of their trippy experiences.

The Loose Crew Podcast is joined by their first ever invited guest Francisco Batista to discuss the controversy behind the Redskins name, possible new names for the Washington Football Club and what the future holds for the franchise. In this episode you'll hear about the extensive history of the franchise and the Redskins nickname. You can follow the links below for further reading:Brief history of the Redskin name (Washington Post)Article on William "Lone Star" Dietz (Montana the Magazine of Western History)The Redskin name and scalping bounties (Esquire)Actual photo of historical bounty for "scalped red-skins" (Winona Daily Republican circa 1863)

In this episode, the Loose Crew Podcast talks about the Jeffrey Epstein case and the conspiracy theories surrounding Epstein's death. They also spend time talking about other conspiracy theories and what they think makes a conspiracy theory possibly credible. Special shoutouts to:@original14_kev for doing our logo (check out his company!) and recommending the Guinness beers we enjoyed while recording@slickrica for recommending the Brewer's Art Resurrection we also enjoyed while recording@adelitaaaaa_ for our new Loose Crew Podcast t-shirts!!In this podcast you'll hear many references to different events and conspiracy theories. Below you'll find links to some of the things we referenced in case you'd like to do your own research (we strongly encourage that you do):COINTELPRO Operation CHAOSAssassination of Fred HamptonDeath and possible assassination of CIA agent Frank Olson (article/Netflix documentary series "Wormwood"MK ULTRA Chaos by Tom O'Neill (book that describes new revelations in the Charles Manson case including speculation that he may have been a government informant) book and interviewThe CIA's plot to kill Fidel Castro with the help of the MafiaFBI letter to Martin Luther King Jr. telling him to kill himselfGhislaine Maxwell's father, Robert MaxwellKevin Spacey accuser suicide two days after ominous video is postedThe story of Israeli spy Eli CohenIf you'd like to learn more about Jeffrey Epstein and the crimes he committed, below are a few helpful links as well:Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich (Netflix Documentary Series)Epstein: Devil in the Darkness (Podcast series)Jeffrey Epstein: International Moneyman of Mystery (includes Trump quote)Miami Herald series on EpsteinPhotos of Epstein's neck and cell after death

In our first (public) bonus episode, we describe our first experiences drinking alcohol, why we enjoy indulging and a few other funny drinking stories.

In this episode, the Loose Crew introduces their newest member Carlitos aka Los! The Loose Crew speaks about their experiences with their dads, and their experiences as fathers themselves. The episode begins with Luther Vandross’ “Dance With My Father” which you can listen to here. A special shoutout to @_pv4l_ for recommending the Vegas Bombs. Another shoutout to @djdannyg_eljefe for the valuable pointers on how to better optimize our audio quality.00:00:00 Intro music00:00:24 Luther Vandross: Dance With My Father00:01:46 Shoutouts, what happened to our last recording!?00:04:25 What are we drinking??00:06:15 Tonight's topic00:06:52 Our newest member!!00:10:57 Tonight's conversation00:13:03 Javier's experiences with his dad and his biological father00:21:09 The most important lesson Javier learned from his dad00:24:42 Los and Ivan talk about their dad00:33:47 Doug talks about his dad00:38:50 Javier speaks about becoming a dad himself00:47:26 Los talks about recently becoming a dad00:55:18 What has Javier's daughter taught him?00:59:24 What we fear as parents, growing up with depression and mental health issues01:05:20 Javier's fears about parenting, what he hopes to teach his daughter01:14:43 Los' parenting philosophy01:19:30 What have Ivan and Doug learned from Javier and Los?01:23:20 Javier's fatherhood advice to Los01:27:00 Do parents have to stay together?

In this episode the Loose Crew discusses the upcoming Presidential election. You'll hear the hosts reference Rafa Pabön's Sin Aire, the story of Uncle Nearest, and the idea that the history of people moves in 80-100 year cycles which can be found in William Strauss and Neil Howe's The Fourth Turning: What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America's Next Rendezvous with Destiny. 00:00:00 Intro Music00:00:30 Rafa Pabön's "Sin Aire"00:02:16 Introductions00:03:13 The Uncle Nearest Story00:07:30 Our rough weekend00:09:05 The consequences of a Trump re-election and the damage already done00:15:34 Trump's re-election chances00:22:53 The Loose Crew speaks on Biden00:27:14 The Loose Crew speaks on Obama00:28:55 Why the other democratic presidential candidates failed00:30:34 The problems with our two-party system and more problems of the Trump administration00:34:00 How effective could Biden be as President? Problems with the American electorate00:37:46 The poor future outlook for young Americans00:41:10 Similarities between the Republican and Democratic parties, why the country needs immigrant labor and why poor people continue to support Trump00:47:19 The racism of Trump and Biden's impact on the Black community00:49:14 More problems with American elections00:50:25 Why Bernie lost in the primaries00:53:15 What motivates the Loose Crew to vote in November? Who do the hosts plan on voting for?00:58:03 Is Trump switching VP?00:58:58 Javier's thoughts on Mitch McConnell00:59:13 Our next podcast episode

The hosts of the Loose Crew Podcast introduce themselves and talk about why they decided to create the show. 00:00:00 Intro Music00:00:28 Welcome!00:01:47 Javier's Introduction00:02:50 Jessy's Introduction00:12:50 Doug's Introduction00:24:11 What is the Loose Crew drinking? What should we drink in future episodes?00:25:20 Ivan's Introduction00:36:23 Why did we start the podcast?00:45:58 Javier's story00:54:06 Why did our families leave El Salvador?00:59:07 What's going on today?

The Loose Crew Podcast discusses the recent protests surrounding the murder of George Floyd and other instances of police brutality. They talk about the Black Lives Matter movement and what solutions they see for the future of police and community relations in the country. The episode starts with Tee Grizzley's Mr. Officer, which features Queen Naija and members of the Detroit Youth Choir. 00:00:00 Intro music00:00:27 Dedications, Mr. Officer by Tee Grizzly feat. Queen Naija and Members of the Detroit Youth Choir00:02:23 George Floyd00:05:20 Instances of police murder in Maryland00:06:57 Back to George Floyd00:08:14 The protests00:15:56 Other events causing civil unrest00:18:42 Jessy talks about racism and white supremacy within police departments, are there good cops?00:23:01 White privilege00:26:21 Does voting matter, the Democrats response to the protests00:29:00 What does it mean to defund the police? What are other solutions to police brutality?00:37:21 Javier shares a personal experience with the police, issues with police training and recruitment00:40:06 What are our lawmakers doing about police brutality?00:42:27 How did Obama respond to police violence?00:45:20 What is abolition?00:47:00 More problems with Obama00:49:56 Riots and police use of force against protestors, police doxxing protestors00:53:42 Next podcast episode on the elections00:54:33 DC protests00:56:44 Who to follow to learn more about police reform, closing messages