The Hangout Podcast

Episode 82 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with Bryan Salazar. We discuss his current job as an archivist for the University of Houston-Downtown, previous experience and education, and much more.

Episode 81 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with Sonia Sanchez. We discuss reconnecting after 10 years, life after college, and much more.

Episode 80 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss my return to podcasting and review the Black Sabbath Box Set "Anno Domini 1989-1995".

Episode 79 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my high school teacher Jesse Handy. We discuss all things music, including bands going on farewell tours, replacing key band members and still touring, the high cost of concert tickets, and much more.

Episode 78 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend and teacher Nyomi Rodriguez. We discuss the path towards becoming a teacher, overcoming challenges in the classroom, and much more.

Episode 77 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss AMC Theaters' pricing changes, and how streaming has led to the decline of the movie-going experience.

Episode 76 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss Ozzy Osbourne's retirement, the Grammy's and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Episode 75 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the Heavy Metal band Pantera, and their upcoming summer reunion tour.

Episode 74 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I recap the second half of 2022, and some of the things that I have lined up for 2023.

Episode 73 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Randy Thomas, on our most recent trip to San Antonio last weekend.

Episode 72 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I revisit some of the New Year's resolutions that I made in previous years, and how I am incorporating them into 2022 so far.

Episode 71 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I review the new Scorpions album "Rock Believer", and discuss the current state of rock music.

Episode 70 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Randy Canales. Randy and I discuss the ideals for both men and women when it comes to dating, relationships, health and fitness, and much more.

Episode 69 of "The Juan Hernandez Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss my return to podcasting.

Episode 68 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Randy Thomas. Randy and I discuss the events of September 11, 2001, how the 75 Hard Program has changed his mental discipline, what he has been able to overcome during the pandemic, and much more.

Episode 67 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Mark Slaughter. Mark and I discuss the ongoing pandemic, and how concerts and travel have changed in the last year and half.

Episode 66 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the most recent Dokken concert that I attended, as well as turning negatives into positives during the pandemic.

Episode 65 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the most recent Yngwie Malmsteen concert that I attended, as well as upcoming projects.

Episode 25 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 7 concerts that I attended back in 2019 and 2020 (Yngwie Malmsteen, The Winery Dogs, Stryper, KISS, Iron Maiden, Fozzy, and Stryper), as part of the tenth and final "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 64 (Part 4) of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Mark Slaughter. Mark and I continue the final part our first in-person podcast recording in almost a year and a half, as part of a 4-part conversation series.

Episode 64 (Part 3) of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Mark Slaughter. Mark and I continue Part 3 our first in-person podcast recording in almost a year and a half, as part of a 4-part conversation series.

Episode 64 (Part 2) of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Mark Slaughter. Mark and I continue Part 2 our first in-person podcast recording in almost a year and a half, as part of a 4-part conversation series.

Episode 64 (Part 1) of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend Mark Slaughter. Mark and I discuss a wide variety of topics in our first in-person podcast recording in almost a year and a half, as part of a 4-part conversation series.

Episode 24 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 8 concerts that I attended back in 2017 (Fozzy, Bon Jovi, Judas Priest, Stryper, Slayer, Yngwie Malmsteen, Journey w/Def Leppard, & Ozzy Osbourne), as part of the ninth "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 63 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss my wisdom teeth surgery that took place 2 weeks ago.

Episode 23 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 5 concerts that I attended back in 2017 (Metallica, Iron Maiden w/Ghost, Megadeth, KISS, & Guns N' Roses), as part of the eight "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 62 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss my first custom pedalboard build that I have been working on the past few months.

Episode 22 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 6 concerts that I attended back in 2016 (Megadeth, AC/DC, Boston, Guns N' Roses, Houston Open Air, & Black Sabbath), as part of the seventh "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 21 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 5 concerts that I attended back in 2015 (Rush, Slash w/Fozzy, Def Leppard w/Styx & Tesla, Motley Crue w/Alice Cooper, & Van Halen), as part of the sixth "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 61 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the state of live music and the future of live concerts post-COVID-19 pandemic.

Episode 60 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss turning 30 years old later this year, the story of buying my first guitar, and how that has led to finally obtaining my dream guitar.

Episode 59 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I pay tribute to legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen, who passed away on October 6, 2020.

Episode 58 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss my battle with COVID-19 last month, and the recovery process that followed.

Episode 57 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I recap the goals that I set for 2020, discuss which ones were accomplished and which ones I will be working on yet again for 2021, and new goals that have been added for the new year.

Episode 20 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I pay tribute to legendary Blues Rock guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan on the 30th anniversary of his untimely passing,

Episode 56 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I preview the remaining episodes for the next few weeks, including the podcast being made exclusive to Apple Podcasts and Spotify Podcasts.

Episode 19 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 3 concerts that I attended back in 2014 (Kiss w/Def Leppard, Motley Crue w/Alice Cooper, & Justin Timberlake), as part of the fifth "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 18 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 40th Anniversary of AC/DC's "Back In Black" album.

Episode 17 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 4 concerts that I attended back in 2013 (Black Sabbath, Saxon w/Fozzy, Slayer w/Gojira, and Megadeth), as part of the fourth "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 16 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 5 concerts that I attended back in 2012 (Gigantour, Van Halen/Kool & The Gang, Aerosmith/Cheap Trick, KISS/Motley Crue, and Uproar Festival), as part of the third "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 15 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the 3 concerts that I attended back in 2011 (KISS, Motley Crue/Poison/New York Dolls, and Def Leppard/Heart), as part of the second "Rock Concert Reviews and Recaps of the last 10 years" series.

Episode 55 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend and co-host Jerald Coleman via Skype. Jerald and I discuss growing up in the Sunny Side area of Houston, the path that led him towards a career in Criminal Justice, the issues with racism in America, and much more.

Episode 54 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the state of live music and live events in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Episode 53 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the death of George Floyd and the response that has been met with protests and riots across major cities in America.

Episode 52 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my first cousin Victor Martinez via Skype. Victor and discuss the early days of his music upbringing, how playing for the school band led to him playing drums, the concerts that he attended at The Summit and Sam Houston Coliseum throughout the years, and much more.

Episode 51 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I preview upcoming episodes for the next few weeks, including more concert and movies reviews, filmography breakdowns, and much more.

Episode 50 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with Brian Marvin, who is a 2nd Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor at Renzo Gracie Houston. Professor Marvin and I discuss his time in the Army as an Active Duty Soldier for 20 years, how competing and coaching Wrestling led to the introduction of submission grappling and Jiu-Jitsu for him, his thoughts and insight at how he has been able to adapt and overcome as a Jiu-Jitsu head instructor and owner during the COVID-19 pandemic, and much more.

Episode 14 of the Music Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! On this episode, I discuss the trend of expensive concert ticket prices, VIP packages, and artist meet and greets.

Episode 5 of the TV Show Edition of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend and co-host Mark Slaughter. Mark and I discuss and recap the TV shows that we both grew up watching in the 2010s.

Episode 49 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend and co-host Randy Thomas. Randy and I discuss the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic via Skype, and how it continues to affect our daily lives.

Episode 48 of "The Hangout Podcast" is now online! This episode was recorded with my good friend and co-host Mark Slaughter. Mark and I discuss the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic via Skype, and how it has affected our daily lives.