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Podcast about the Hip Hop/Pop Culture including Latino artists and entertainment . also our input on all current events happening in USA and around the world.

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    • May 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 41m AVG DURATION
    • 286 EPISODES
    • 5 SEASONS

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    Ivy Insights

    The Pura Cultura Podcast is an incredibly engaging and thought-provoking podcast that has quickly become one of my favorites. From the moment I started listening, I was hooked. The hosts, Lazy and Smiley, have a unique ability to dive deep into important cultural topics while also infusing humor into their discussions. It's refreshing to listen to a podcast that isn't afraid to tackle serious conversations but also knows how to keep things light-hearted and entertaining.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is how it delves into the topics that need to be discussed about our culture. Lazy and Smiley explore issues affecting the Latino community with insight and social commentary that is both insightful and relatable. They have a pulse on the contemporary music scene as well as throwbacks from years ago, making for a well-rounded listening experience. Whether it's discussing current events or sharing personal anecdotes, they always provide informative and engaging content.

    While it's difficult to find any major faults with this podcast, one aspect that could be improved upon is the occasional repetition of certain themes or ideas. While it's understandable that discussing similar topics is inevitable in a podcast focused on culture, there were moments where I felt like I was hearing similar points being made multiple times. However, this doesn't detract significantly from the overall quality of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The Pura Cultura Podcast is an exceptional podcast that deserves all the praise it receives. Lazy and Smiley are not only witty and funny but also incredibly knowledgeable and inspirational voices within our culture. Listening to their discussions feels like sitting down with friends who aren't afraid to speak their minds and shed light on important issues. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone looking for thought-provoking content that will make you laugh and challenge your perspectives.



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    Latest episodes from Pura Cultura Podcast

    EP. 285 - Ghetto or nah?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 77:31


    Twins back in the Studio, We start off with changing up the look in our neighborhoods , as far as rental boats/jet skis, and renters in Airbnb. How our neighbors are handling it and how we are trying our best to not cause any issues. Also we get into the Diddy trial and new information being brought to light. also Mexican Singers and bands getting their US Visas revoked with no Explanations. listen and Share    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 284 - The Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 80:02


    The Recap of all the Recent updates we got going on. Gotta share with our loyal ones. We appreciate the continuing support.    Pura Cultura Sin Censura 

    Ep. 283- Bet On Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 154:31


    Ep. 282 - Hecho En China

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 134:27


    Lazy goes back to the Motherland , Mexico. He shares his experience and thoughts on his trip and everything that it entails. We also get into the Tariff war with china and how things are playing out. Mixed with other talk. Listen and share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 281 - Game is sold not told

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 136:32


    Game is to be sold not told is how we get the conversation started, and we get into street vendors vs homeless people as far as the difference on the hustle mode. We talk about Cain Velasquez getting sentenced to 5 years in prison. We finish up with the Million dollar gold card that is supposedly being sold to foreign people. with a few other things , 

    EP. 280 - Stand On Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 113:31


    We been taking care of business but we is back talking that talk. Getting shit done and feeling that pain and just gettting older and smarter. Talking about kids and them calling you bruh and how we feel about that. We talk about the show on Netflix "Mo" and we share our thoughts on it. We finish up with the Orange man and his Millionaire buddies doing what they want and taking rights away. Listen and share.   Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 279 - Vatos Adulting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 99:42


    We catching everyone up on things going on in our adult side of life. Also get into getting older and starting to take steps to protect our health and our bodies. We finish up with the tragic story of an 11 year old child that was a victim of bullying which ended up committing suicide. Listen and share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura

    Ep. 278 - Growing Up Undocumented (feat. Wicho)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 88:04


    Growing up Undocumented Part 5 , Another episode added to the the Series. This Episode we have Wicho, a childhood friend join us and share his story on growing up undocumented and the process to becoming a US Citizen. From child hood memories in a new country and the struggles of language and experiences of Certain racial issues growing up in The Dalles , Oregon. Check out the conversation and share the Episode.   Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 277 - La Migra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 117:20


    This Episode we talk about the Struggles of Gentrification and how our countries are changing. We also talk business and how we are viewed in business spaces and how we deal with it and also getting our kids ready for new situations. We have to get into the Immigration raids taking place how our people are getting targeted and deported. Also Latino influenecers not getting involved and speaking on the immigration raids. We finish up with Mc Magic and how he spoke on in interview about the new immigrants are coming to america to kill americans. Tune in and share .    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 276 - New World Order

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 118:51


    New World Order. Billionaire Bros in the White house and Trumps Cabinets. We talk new Executive Laws and changes in the country. Listen and share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 275 - The Hands that feed you

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 115:41


    Start of with new Bad bunny album talk and a quick review of the album vibes. We jump into the border patrol raiding Kern county , Bakersfield area. Families getting separated and afraid to go to work, Protests taking place and the Community coming together to stand with our people. Tik Tok getting banned and new apps offering similar social media experience. We talk difference between tik tok and other apps. Listen and share .    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura

    EP. 274 - Unlock Your Next Level

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 106:56


    Starting off the year New Episode. First of all "Rest in Peace Brenton Wood" An artist that we grew up listening to and was very in touch with the Chicano culture until the very end. Also Smiley shares his Airbnb experiences with his first renters and how he has doing now to protect his property. We also finish up with new year goals and starting Dry January and other changes we are working towards.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura

    EP. 273 - The World Changed on Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 146:44


    This Episode we get started with some Chicano Stilo and how we had our own style at one point in time, And everything involved in the culture. We also get into Work related talk and holiday bonuses and appreciation, and the changes that now we dont see the appreciation events from big companies. We finish up with Holiday talk and get into Christmas and family talk. Hope yall enjoy and share with Your People.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 272 - Karma in your Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 69:36


    This episode we start of with the hit on the UHC Ceo in NYC. We get into all the talk around the matter and how everyone on social media is reacting to it. Also we get into Andrew schultz and the Kendrick Lamar situation, and how we see things played out. Make sure to share episode with your peoples.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 271 - Path to Citizenship

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 103:19


    On this weeks Episode we get into our experience becoming American Citizens and some stories growing up and still in our early 20s being undocumented vatos and things we got involved in and got lucky to not get deported. Smiley just recently became a citizen as well and he shares his process. Listen and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 270 - Tha Goat Lives

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 78:21


    New K dot album drops and its going crazy in the streets and on the charts. We have to give our take on the new music Kendrick just dropped and messages that where said on it. Also we get into the Holiday coming up and some people are not Invited to the Carne asada, lol we also talk abot that. Listen and Share .    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 269 - Divide and Conquer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 102:55


    This episode we get into whats going on with us currently and all the bizz we got going on, We also get into everything going on in the culture. We give our thoughts with the current state and where we are going. listen and share.  Pura Cultura ,Sin Censura 

    ILLER - Ep- 268 (feat. ILL Zakiel)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 104:48


    We have Ill Zakiel joining us on this Episode. We get into the new album that is dropping Nov. 1st titled "ILLER" also all the backstory on how the album came about, dealing with mental health and going thru a divorce and everything that goes with that situation. Ill gets personal and vulnerable with what he has gone thru and how he got out of that dark space. Listen and Share    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura    #Illzakiel #iller # Hiphop #Latinrap #Rapgame #mentalhealth #depression #family #Reallife 

    Ep. 267 - Choose a Side

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 96:47


    We start off with whats going on in the Rap game right now, Lil Durk and 5 others arrested for serious allegations. We move on to Lazy Becoming a US Citizen and all the struggles that come with it. Also voting for the first time. And what side we are standing with. Tune in and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura.

    Ep. 266 - Puras Conspiracies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 89:05


    This Episode we get into some Diddy talk and all the alleged crimes he has been involved in. Also the new Menendez brothers show on Netflix and our opinion on that case and there side of the story. We finish up with all the climate changes and hurricanes going on and all the damages they are causing. We get into what tik tok investigators have to say on some of the causes. and we go in some rabbit holes. Listen and share.   Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 265 - Eating the Cat

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 96:41


    This episode we start off with Mexico's independence day celebrations, along with the Boxing fights and the Ufc event. We talk about the political news going on and share our thoughts with that. Also Mana not rocking with Nicky Jam after trump endorsement. and we finish up with the Diddy scandel and now being locked up for all the allegations. Listen and Share.   Pura Cultura , Sin Censura

    EP. 264 - Life We Live

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 106:49


    We is back to the pod after a lil break. We get into everything we have been up to and all explain alot of the life changes we have noticed in these last few months. We talk business and rental property purchase,  We mix it up with other random convo.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura  

    EP. 263 - It gets Real in the Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 55:53


    After all the Technical difficulties we finally got this episode down in the books. We talk about being self employed and the pros and cons and also struggles that can come with everything. we mix it up with a few other talks. Listen and share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 262 - Hawk Tuah

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 102:20


    We spitting game "Hawk Tuah"  Listen and Share 

    EP. 261 - Mexican's Don't Play That

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 91:12


    EP. 260 - Blue Rhino Energy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 80:32


    Life from the Trenches. We get into life and difference with our kids experiences and ours. Also we get into a few other topics including Ryan Garcia and his ongoing issues on social media. We talk about an amazon tribe gettting introduced to internet and now being addicted to porn and social media. Also Bun B testifies on the home invasion incident the happened in his home, and some backlash that he is getting on it. Listen and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 259 - Ni De Aqui Ni De Alla

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 70:54


    We get into some Latino hood struggles growing up in the hood and not getting along with Police or authorities, but now trying to change that for ourselves and our kids. Also we get into the Trumpster felon and how people are still riding for him. We finish up with the New Mexican president " Claudia Sheinbaum" Mexicos first Woman president. we give our thoughts on it. Listen and Share.  Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 258 - The Game Changed up.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 74:51


    We get into getting a New boat for business and new goals we hitting, mixed with Disneyland trip with family. We get into some drama in the Chicano rap world. 

    EP. 257 - When its on its on

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 50:25


    This Ep. We get into the craziest Hip Hop battle we have ever witnessed, we give our thoughts on the battle and everything around it. Also we talk Canelo and his recent fight with Munguia, and what is next for the Mexican Champ. Listen and Share .    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 256 - Where the Love Go?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 100:40


    On this episode we talk a lil bit of the important of a little church in our lives and the different benefits of it. We talk some of the Housing market and how we feel people are getting discouraged from purchasing a home, and if fear is being used to keep it that way. We finish up with all the drama taking place in the game, from Podcasts to Rappers and why there is a wave of Fake Love going around. Listen and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 255 - Spanish Fee

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 93:17


    Ep. 253 - Young Bull meets Old Head

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 92:15


    Ep. 253 - Hustler's Ambition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 94:39


    This episode we get into new projects that we are working on and how we are changing the norm from a regular job and regular lifestyle, to having multiple side husltes and how we speak about work around our kids. We also get into the entertainment news and whats new in the culture . Listen and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 251 - Take That, Take That

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 116:33


    We start off with That Mexican Ot going on the Joe Rogan Podcast and how that is a game changer for Latino/Mexican Rappers, We get into some of the conversation that was had on the Pod and we share some of our experience and thoughts on it. We also get into the sad story of a mother leaving her 16 month old alone for 10 days while she went on a vacation, the baby passing away of starvation. We finish up with Diddy being on the run while his La and Miami homes get raided. According to reports are that the details can be worse than the Epstien case. And of course we talk real quick on the Kendrick and Future song and Kdot dissing Drake and J Cole. Thoughts on beef and what to expect. Listen and Share,   Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 250 - Blood In Blood Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 106:31


    This episode we start of with Meeting Miklo at his 30th year anniversary of the "Blood In Blood Out" film. We share our experience on meeting him and also memories of everything that movie reminded us of. We also talk a little bit on Homeownership and some benefits that can help you out in emergencies or for investments. We also get into the boxing game and all the new upcoming fights announced. And we finish up with getting acknowledged and appreciated at the workplace, Weather you are currently working there or retiring. We share our experiences and experiences that we have witnessed. Listen and Share    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 249 - Man-datory

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 94:34


    This episode we get into a few diffeerent topics, from man thoughts to how we express ourselves and what we share with our partners. also Ryan garcia acting different in the promo of his fight . also P Diddy getting a new case and all the drama that involves it, and Meek Mill getting caught in the mix. Listen and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 248 - See it for Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 76:52


    This Episode we get into some Home Improvements and how things can change with a little time and attention. Also we finish up the Yolonda Saldivar convo and how that show was garbage and full of lies. Selenas Dad has also been a popular topic and how he handled the death of Selena, We give our thoughts. We also talk about concerts and how much they be taxing fans to go see there favorite artists. With a few other convo. Listen and Share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 247 - Anything for Selena

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 75:41


    This Ep we get into the cancellation of the show "This Foo" and we give our thoughts on the show from the 1st season to the 2nd. Also we talk about Peso Pluma and his girl break up and we talk about who really messed up. We finish up with the new doc of "Yolanda Saldivar and Selena" we give our take on what happend and what she is saying that happened.  Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 246 - Unpopular Opinion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 111:41


    This Episode we get into Mexicans in the rap game real quick , and making a mark in the game. We get into real men and how to raise real men and women, starting them off young . Not a popular conversation but we have to raise our kids with a purpose and set standards. We also get into the Migrant situation in the country and how people are reacting to the madness. We give our Immigrant perspective on this situations. Listen and share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 245 - FrikiDoÑa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 84:21


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    EP. 244 - Racism is Alive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 83:18


    On this Episode we talk about recent encounter with stereotypes and how we are handling it for ourselves and for our kids. We also discuss Politician claiming that racism does not exist , also trying to raise the retirement age to 70 yrs of age. Gracias Mi Gente and Share the Pod.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 243 - Respect Y Cultura

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 70:20


    New ep up, We get into new Music by Mexican Ot and Latino Hip Hop. And we talk about a recent Tattoo Convention held by Villian arts, and how we got some vlogging done with homies across the country. Also we get into some Katt Williams talk and all the recent viralnes he created. and we finish up with Migrant situation in our border and sanctuary cities and all the backlash it is getting. We appreciate the support mi Gente. keep getting it.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    Ep. 242 - New Intentions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 138:43


    New Year Episode. We reflect and also share new resolutions and goals for the new year. Also we get into our bro Moy's Airbnb journey. Get into start up details and future plans. Thanks for tuning in Mi Gente and Happy New Year . 

    EP. 241 - Toxicas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 101:57


    This episode we are talking about all the drama goin on in celebrity couples , alleged domestic violence with videos getting posted on social media. Also break ups do to infidelities and couples taking it to the internet to speak on what they are going through. Tune and and share pod with your people. Thanks.   Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP.240 - EL Cangri

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 75:58


    We are talking about music culture today , and how the culture is changing ,. We mix it up with Daddy yankee turning Christian and how life will change. hope yall rock witbh it.    Pure Cuture , sin censura 

    EP. 239 - Father Vs Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 98:47


    Talking holiday wkend and family functions and a little bit of the black friday deals. Also we get into the ongoing issue we see with fathers and son/kids losing boundaries between being a parent and being a friend, we dont have the answers but we talk about the things we are doing and also things we are staying away from. hope yall enjoy. Peace.   Pura Cultura , sin Censura 

    EP. 238 - Surviving Diddy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 79:29


    Whats up Mi Gente , On this Episode we get into some crazy allegations going on with 2 big superstars. Will Smith gets accused of getting caught with another actor in the act. Also we talk about Cassie and Brother Love . She came out with a lawsuit that included some real damaging allegations towards Diddy , Which they ended up settling within 24 hrs of the release of the lawsuit. Listen and share.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 237 - Don't Let them Fool You

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 131:30


    We have alot to talk about in this Episode. including acting your age and staying in your lane, not letting the young bulls influence you out of your family life. We mix it up with other talks including Smiley going on vacation with his family. Also we give our take on the Current talk in the Chicano World. Lady Pinks jumping Jenny 69 because she listens to SPM . check out the episode and share. Gracias Mi Gente.    Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 236 - Nobody is Safe

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 101:44


    We start off with a viral video of man catching his wife in a car with a dude, and we share our thoughts on that . Also we get into the new laws that are taking place in Texas that affect the Latino Community. Listen and Share. Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

    EP. 235 - Can't Stop The Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 104:44


    New episode , We get into the Halloween vibes and experiences and how kids do things these days. Also we get into all the garbage going on these days. and we get into some music culture talk and give our perspective on things. Keep rocking with us .  Pura Cultura , Sin Censura 

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