The Santos Says Podcast

Santos takes on Balenciaga amidst their recent advertising campaign blunder where they featured children in bandage and other inappropriate poses. Santos discusses why it may be time to cancel Balenciaga, discusses how other high fashion clothing brands have tried to insult the consumer's intelligence either through exploiting children or through blatantly racist imagery, advertising, or designs. Santos also talks about the importance of holding these companies accountable and more.Shop the Santos Threads Winter 2022-23 Collection:https://santos-threads.com/collections/santos-threads-signature-clothing Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santosthreadsshop/ @santosthreadsshopTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/santosthreadsshop @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast For business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.comReferences:https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/02/05/prada-blackface-settlement/https://www.collectiveshout.org/caroline_bosmans_sexualises_kids_for_profithttps://www.africanews.com/amp/2018/01/08/fashion-brand-hm-apologizes-for-ad-of-black-boy-in-coolest-monkey-hoodie/https://amp.theguardian.com/fashion/2019/feb/07/gucci-withdraws-jumper-blackface-balaclavaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos gives a state of his podcast address to the audience and talks about why he just hasn't felt like podcasting lately. Plus Santos gives an album review of Nas' latest release "King's Disease 3", and reveals why he believes it isn't the best among the 4 albums released with Hit Boy, he also ranks his least favorite songs as well as his favorite songs, and ranks all 4 Nas+ Hitboy albums. Follow Santos on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santosthreadsshop/ @santosthreadsshop TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@santosthreadsshop @santosthreadsshop YouTube: The Santos Says PodcastFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Shop the Santos Threads Winter 2022-23 Collection https://santos-threads.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos talks about the recent issues revolving around basketball star Kyrie Irving and Ye (Kanye West) including their  antisemitic statements,  and co-signing of antisemitic viewpoints made in Amazon documentary. Santos gives his takes on the holding public figures accountable, how the NBA dropped the ball when it came to the Kyrie situation, how Ye's behavior and reteric led to these events, the Black Israelites, and more. Follow Santos on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santosthreadsshop/ @santosthreadsshop TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@santosthreadsshop @santosthreadsshop YouTube: The Santos Says Podcast Shop Santos Threads Apparelhttps://santos-threads.com/For business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with Long Island based MC of the Goat Squad Tony Dimes about his origins as an artist, his opinion of the current state of Hip-Hop, his top 5 most underrated MCS, what has happened to Ye (Kanye West)? Being an Italian American MC, the Long Island impact on Hip-Hop, why were there so many great MCs who came from L.I. but didn't rep it? The importance of making albums, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYoutube: The Santos Says Podcast Channel https://youtube.com/channel/UCzR-w4hr6Hx74-yNXVe9UfwShop the fall 2022 collection atWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COM For business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Tony Dimes on social media:Instagram: @tonyinc10**Stream "Gritty" available on all platforms!!**For tickets for future upcoming shows: https://fullblastbooking.net/For more information and music from Tony Dimes: https://tonydimes.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos gives his 10 Ways to Not be a Hypebeast. Santos goes off on people wearing "band tees", goes to war once again on "socks with Crocs", why you shouldn't be wearing Gucci, Balenciaga, and others brands, why in fashion you shouldn't trend hop, the importance of incorporating classic clothing staples into your wardrobe, why you should support independent clothing brands, and more!As always this episode was sponsored by Santos Threads. Shop Santos Threads https://santos-threads.com/Follow Santos on Social Media: Instagram: @santosthreadsshop TikTok: @santosthreadsshop YouTube: The Santos Says Podcast Video Podcast For business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with Sneaker YouTuber streetwear enthusiast entrepreneur @guynkicks Guy N Kicks about all things sneaker industry from the rise of New Balance, Kanye West possibly leaving Adidas to join Nike, how the pandemic inspired Guy to create a YouTube channel, the decline of Nike's sneaker quality, admiring Teddy Santis and Aime Leon Dore, why Adidas is currently in major trouble, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads Apparelhttps://santos-threads.com/For business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!**Donate to help Hurricane Fiona victims in Puerto Rico.**https://gofund.me/3106548dFollow Guy N' KicksInstagram: @guynkicksYouTube: GuyN'Kicks ChannelSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with Arizona based MC and music entrepreneur Dan Nicholson about everything from his new album entitled "96 and Forever", how New York Hip-Hop became his biggest influence, do Latinos get the proper respect when it comes to their place in Hip-Hop? The decline of the "real Hip-Hop".The Tyga "Ay Caramba" music video controversy, why Latinos should hold him accountable, and more.This episode is sponsored by Zappos.com, shop back to school sneakers and looks get free shipping. https://www.zappos.com/collection/o72j9g4juih2sffipn6ldg8k7pbc0bdk19b8https://www.zappos.com/collection/nbq6h00grqtnt6vriu9ov81t946k6pgjnjb8Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast(For Video Podcast and Content.)Shop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMCheck out the New Project from Dan Nicholson entitled "96 & Forever" available on all audio streaming platforms.Follow Dan Nicholson on Instagram:@dannicholsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos reunites with members of The Goat Squad (Tru Werdz and King Vir2ue to discuss their new EP entitled "Looking Back".Tru Werdz and King Vir2ue discuss their creative process, the inspiration for this project, why it's important for artists to be able to allow room for growth, dealing with constructive criticism, the importance of the MC and producer to work together in accord when creating music, this current era of instant gratification and quickly produced music, and more.This episode is sponsored in part by Zappos.com. Shop the best selection of back to school kicks and more https://www.zappos.com/collection/nbq6h00grqtnt6vriu9ov81t946k6pgjnjb8Check out the New EP "Looking Back" available on all streaming platforms and athttps://truwerdzmusic.com/https://kingvir2ue.com/Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos catches up with former Miami based Cuban American Hip-Hop artist turned successful film/documentary/music video director Garcia (Michael Garcia). Garcia talks about why he decided to stop making music in favor for a career as a film director, his close friendship with DJ EFN and affiliation with Crazy Hood, giving his music to Big Pun, falling out of love with making music, creating music videos for Thalia, Becky G, Busta Rhymes, winning an MTV Video Music award, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcasthttps://youtube.com/channel/UCzR-w4hr6Hx74-yNXVe9UfwShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Garcia on Social MediaInstagram: @garciasworldWebsites: garciasvision.comcrazyhood.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with actor, writer, producer, and filmmaker Elaine del Valle, about everything from parts of her childhood, her life's work including the writing of her autobiography "Brownsville Bred", it's adaptation to a stage play, and her inspiration to continue to tell her story by turning it into a full length movie. Elaine talks about creating new opportunities through creating her own works, inspiring under served youth in communities of color, and more.Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcasthttps://youtube.com/channel/UCzR-w4hr6Hx74-yNXVe9UfwShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with Hip-Hop artist and song writer about all things from his beginnings as an artist, the being approachable in the music industry, making connections, the most underrated MCs in Hip-Hop history, the legacies of Big Pun and Fat Joe, the impact of Pablo Escobar on Jackson Heights Queens, NY, his battle with cancer, and much more.Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow ENY The Artist on Social Media:https://withkoji.com/@ENYTheArtistSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos talks about how Nike has become all hype and no substance. Nike details his experience as a consumer and sneaker enthusiast, why Nike has decided to cut corners with poor quality sneakers in favor of fast profit to meet high demand. Santos also discusses his new love affair with New Balance, how New Balance is breathing New life into sneaker culture, why we as consumers should hold brands accountable and expect better quality for the prices we pay for their products, and more! Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with members of the Hip-Hop conglomerate, group, label, and movement The Goat Squad!Santos speaks to several members of the Goat Squad ( Tru Werdz, K Banger, Tony Dimes, King Vir2ue, B.A.L.L.E.R. Brown, Toby Manson, Yours Truly, Tricky Haze, Loretta's Only, and Gonz); about all things Hip-Hop from agism, Can an MC still be considered elite if he/she has a ghostwriter? The importance of preserving the Old School, the legacy of Kanye West, Who is the GOAT SQUAD? What does is take to compete in today's current music industry, The Goat squad spits some bars, plus SANTOS SPITS A FREESTYLE, and much more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow the Goat Squad:Instagram: @theofficialgoatsDownload the Goat Squad App available on Apple and Android Google Play.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with Hip-Hop producer and Boom Bap Old School enthusiast Cee Da Cuban! Cee Da Cuban talks about his beginnings first as an MC, discovering Hip-Hop production, the impact of Old School Hip-Hop pioneers such as DJ Charlie Chase and Marley Marl, why Boom Bap Hip-Hop will never die, signing his first label deal, working with countless artists such as The Beatnuts, the thought process of creating a beat, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Cee Da Cuban on Social Media:Instagram: @ceedacubanFacebook: @ceedacubanTikTok: @ceedacubanSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with comedian, radio host, DJ, and TikTok sensation Rafael Gee about all things from his beginnings as a comedian, creating funny content for social media, the Will Smith and Jada Oscar's scandal, why women can have sex with whomever they want while men can only have sex with who they can!, his takes on Hector Lavoe, Marc Anthony, why Iris Chacon is the original JLO, and much more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Rafael Gee on Social Media:Instagram: @rafael_geeTikTok: @rafaelgee116Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with Democrat Angel Vasquez (who is running for NY STATE Senate) and serves the Washington Heights and Inwood Upper Manhattan areas, about the upcoming race for New York State Senate, his Washington Heights upbringing, the influence of working class Dominican parents, his experiences as a teacher, New York City's homelessness crisis, the need for more affordable housing in New York City, and more.Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Angel Vasquez:Instagram: @vasqueznysenatehttps://linktr.ee/vasquezforsenateSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with community organizer, activist, and DACA recipient Eva Santos Veloz about all things from her Dominican origins, advocating for immigrants and DACA recipient rights, and why she does not believe in marrying for US Citizenship, what is DACA and why all Americans should care? Plus have more immigrants been deported under the Biden administration already than under the Trump administration?Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads ApparelWWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COMFor business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Eva Santos Veloz:Instagram: @evasantosvelozhttps://linktr.ee/evasantosvelozSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with Democrat who is running for the New York State Assembly District 68 Wilfredo López. López discusses his Puerto Rico and East Harlem roots, his experiences working in public service, his strong opposition to New York City Slumlords, economic inequality, the current issues with crime, substance abuse, and solutions to help combat some of these issues, what are some of the best places to get a Chopped Cheese sandwich, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast Shop Santos Threads Apparel WWW.SANTOS-THREADS.COM For business inquiries, collaborations, to advertise your business on the podcast email; santosthreads@gmail.com!Follow Wilfredo López on social media:Instagram: @lopezfornyWWW.LOPEZFORNY.COMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with former Freestyle music singer turned Bachata artist Benny Gonzalez on all things from finding the courage to live his dream to pursue music, making the decision to switch from freestyle singer to bachatero, how he was able to find his voice to create a distinct sound, pride for his Puerto Rican roots, overcoming personal tragedy in the loss of his mother, how to avoid pitfalls of the Music Industry, the decline of Salsa music, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast)Shop the Santos Threads Spring Collection available now.santos-threads.comFor business inquiries and collaborations email santosthreads@gmail.comFollow Benny Gonzalez on Social Media:Facebook: Benny Gonzalez MusicInstagram: @benny198100YouTube: Benny Gonzalez MusicCheck out the latest music by Benny Gonzalez available on all streaming platforms Spotify and ITunes.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with Arizona based R&B soul singer/songwriter Lizeth Arenas about everything from her music career to how she worked up the courage to chronicle parts of her life in her own works of music. Lizeth talks about her experiences of balancing her traditional Mexican upbringing with the Chicano experience, how she drew inspiration from her marriage to create of her new EP entitled "Blue", creating music with the Under Ground Music group, incorporating Spanish with her music, and more.Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast)Shop the Santos Threads Spring Collection available now.santos-threads.comFor business inquiries and collaborations email santosthreads@gmail.comFollow Lizeth Arenas on Social MediaInstagram: @la.lizeth.musicNow available on YouTube the official music video for "Shine On" .Blue the EP available on April 22nd on all streaming platforms via Underground Music Group ™️.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with fellow Podcaster and Afro-Latina/Latinx advocate Yovy D about her everything from her childhood, moving from her native Panama to Miami, Fl to Los Angeles, finding herself within the Afro-Latino community, the battle for proper representation in the media and TV, her passion for podcasting, why Afro-Latino ownership is the key for true representation in the United States, and more.Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast)Visit santos-threads.com for exclusive Latino Inspired Apparel for men and women.For business inquiries and collaborations email santosthreads@gmail.com. Follow Yovy D host of Chombita Chronicles and the Yovy D Show Podcast. Instagram: @chombita_chroniclesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks on the current situation at footlocker and what Nike decreasing it's product supply means for the company. How Nike has become ubiquitous and what does the word even mean? Santos gives his solutions on how to fix Footlocker and discusses how the company even fell behind the times to begin with.Shop the Spring Collection men's and women's streetwear santos-threads.comFollow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast)For all business inquiries and collaborations email: santosthreads@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos sits down with Andaluz the Artist to talk about his beginnings as a Graffiti/street artist, painter, and rapper. Andaluz the Artist opens up about his Queens origins, his experiences with Hip-Hop industry mogul 50 Cent, why Shaquille 'O'Neal is his all time favorite basketball player plus being able to create art for him. Andaluz also breaks down how he found out the conventional Hip-Hop industry was not for him, and how religion helped him discover a new purpose in the genre.Why Kobe is greater than LeBron, love for his Dominican/Ecuadorian roots, and much more.Visit santos-threads.com for merch!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram:@santosthreadsshopTikTok:@santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast)Follow Andaluz the Artist on Social Media Instagram:@andaluztheartistCheck out the album " Welcome to the Quarantine" available on Spotify and ITunes. Visit andaluztheartist.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with singer, producer, and song writer Amaya Santos. She discusses her early musical influences from Merengue, Bachata, to R&B. Amaya talks about how her upbringing would eventually help her to find her true calling and give her the confidence to pursue a career in music. Santos and Amaya discuss the impact of growing up Latino and the influence it can have on peoples lives, and more.Follow Santos on Social MediaInstagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast.)Shop the merch at santos-threads.com.For all business inquiries and collaborations email santosthreads@gmail.com.Follow Amaya Santos on social media:Instagram:@IAMAMAYASANTOSYouTube: Amaya Santos Music"Carousel" now streaming on all platforms.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with co-owner of The Milked Brand Valery. Valery reveals how her personal experiences as a Latina growing up in Brooklyn, NY shaped her as a mother and entrepreneur. Santos and Valery share stories about parenthood and how becoming a parent can be a catalyst for positive personal growth, discuss the influences for The Milked Brand clothing company; Valery talks about the impact of Hip-Hop on her life, the case for Nicki Minaj being better than Lil Kim, Notorious B.I.G. vs 2 Pac, Jay-Z and Nas, erasing the stigmas that come with "being from the hood", and more. Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast Available. )Visit santos-threads.com for the latest and greatest merch!For business inquiries and collaborations email santosthreads@gmail.com Shop motherhood streetwear apparel themilkedbrand.comFollow The Milked Brand on Instagram:@themilkedbrand Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos discusses whether this era has anything on the fashion front that truly belongs to it. Santos compares the 1990s fashion to the current state of style, discusses the lack of originality of style, how the 1990s were influenced by 1970s style, how the sneaker industry is to reliant on retro styles, and the one sneaker staple from today that will stand the test of time and go on to be a classic.Follow Santos on Social Media.Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast Available.)Shop the merchSantos-Threads.com For all business inquiries and collaborations:Email: santosthreads@gmail.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with Philadelphia based Hip-Hop artist King Shampz. Santos asks King Shampz about everything from his musical influences, his  origins, the impact of West Philadelphia on street culture, music, and more. King Shampz and Santos discuss the impact of other iconic acts from Philly such as Beanie Siegal, Black Thought, the Rocafella State Property era, the legacy of Schoolly D, the true origins of Gangsta rap, and more. Follow Santos on Social Media. Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopVideo Podcast YouTube: The Santos Says Podcast For Business Inquiries or Collaborations:Email: santosthreads@gmail.com Visit santos-threads.com for the latest merch!Follow King Shampz music streaming on Spotify and Apple Music. Follow King Shampz on Social Media. Instagram: @King_Shampz Twitter: @King_ShampzFollow King Shampz and Dead Wrong music on SoundCloud : https://m.soundcloud.com/dead-wrong-recordsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with San Diego/Los Angeles based Hip-Hop artist Nina Beretta about everything from her experiences as a Mexican American female MC, her early musical influences, reflecting on the legacies of 2 Pac, Snoop Dogg, and Eazy E. The impact of Lil Kim and finding out she most likely didn't write her own rhymes, the importance of MCs writing their own lyrics, and do Mexicans get their just do in Hip-Hop?Follow Santos on Social Media. Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast) For Santos Threads Merch SANTOS-THREADS.COM Follow Nina Beretta Check out music available on Spotify and ITunes"My Life" Music Video out by Nina Beretta Instagram: @nina.berettaTikTok: @nina_berettaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with comedian, trailblazer, and entrepreneur Mona Shaikh. Mona tells her story from growing up in Pakistan being influenced by Bollywood films, to the lack of inclusion in the mainstream media and Hollywood, how she turned her struggle to triumph as a successful standup comedian, the current shift and emphasis on ownership for minorities, why minorities should stick together, and more.Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopFor Video Podcast:YouTube: The Santos Says PodcastShop Santos Threads Merchsantos-threads.comFollow Mona Shaikh on Social Media:Instagram: @monascomedyTikTok: @monascomedyTwitter: @monascomedyCheck out Minority Reportzhttps://minorityreportz.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with "The Latina Educator" Sandra Polanco about her childhood experiences growing up in The Bronx, NY, the impact those experiences had on her outlook and perspective on education, the need for change in how Latinos prioritize education in our communities, the impact of maintaining and passing on our culture to the youth, her Puerto Rican roots, the lack of Afro Latino representation in Spanish speaking media, and more.Follow Santos on Social MediaInstagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: Subscribe to view the video podcast"The Santos Says Podcast" channel.Shop the merchSANTOS-THREADS.COMFollow Sandra Polanco "The Latina Educator" on social media.Instagram:@thelatinaeducatorTikTok: @thelatinaeducatorSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos speaks with Newark, NJ MC TruWerdz about all things from the importance of lyricism in Hip-Hop, remembering the KRS One vs Big Daddy Kane Verzuz, the legacy of Big L and Big Pun, his inspiration to become a lyrical MC, why legendary rappers sign other rappers who aren't as talented, the egos that exist within Hip-Hop, why Latinos don't get enough respect in Hip-Hop, and more!Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: For Video Podcast "The Santos Says Podcast"Shop Santos ThreadsSANTOS-THREADS.COMFollow TruWerdz and The Goat Squad!!!Instagram: @TruWerdzTwitter: @TruWerdzCheck out new music from TruWerdz!https://linktr.ee/TruWerdzSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos breaks down several examples when the music industry tried to recreate other rappers who were successful such as The Notorious B.I.G., 2 Pac, Jay-Z, and others. Santos shows evidence of the music industry's attempts to recreate the likeness and sound of other iconic artists to cash in. You won't want to miss this, as you will be seeing Santos as you have never seen him before!(For the Video Podcast visit The Santos Says YouTube channel!)Follow Santos on Social Media:Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopYouTube: The Santos Says Podcast Santos Threads Shop:SANTOS-THREADS.COM Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos asks the question, "Is natural beauty dead?" Santos discusses how social media influencers and celebrities have "redefined" the definition of beauty and have marginalized women who chose to have a more natural appearance. Santos mentions the negative influence of the Kardashians and Kylie Jenner, the rise in cosmetic surgery procedures, and the social media pressures most women face to meet the current standards of beauty. Why some women won't post social media content without the use of video/photo filters.Why natural beauty will always be the best form of beauty for a woman.Follow Santos on Social Media.YouTube: The Santos Says Podcast(Video Podcast)Instagram: @santosthreadsshopTikTok: @santosthreadsshopShop Santos Threads ApparelSantos-Threads.comFor all business inquiries and collaborations email santosthreads@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos chats with Ketsy entrepreneur and owner of Sketzii about all things from her experiences as a Puerto Rican from the island to joining the diaspora. How her connection to the island has served as the ultimate inspiration for her artistry. Santos asks Ketsy her thoughts on the term "Latinx".The current status of Puerto Rico, as the cries for becoming the 51st state grow louder with lack of economic development and opportunities, how the pandemic have her added motivation inspiration to create something epic, and more! Follow Santos on Social MediaInstagram:@santosthreadsshopTikTok:@santosthreadsshop YouTube: The Santos Says Podcast (Video Podcast Available on this channel.)Clothing Shop/Website santos-threads.com Follow Ketsy on Social Media:Instagram:@kruizpr (Blog/Person)@sketzii (Online Shop Business)Shop unique hand painted pieces, artwork, Puerto Rican inspired items and more at Sketzii.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this Episode Santos speaks with legendary Latino MC and pioneer, Cuban-American Don Dinero about his music career, stories with Terror Squad Big Pun stories, the success of "Pana Pana", getting Universal Records to believe in him, his vision of delivering Hip-Hop in Spanish for the masses, his Washington Heights New York and the Cuban New York experience, words of wisdom for entrepreneurs, why true ownership matters when it comes to the music industry, why today is the greatest time to be an independent artist, and more!Follow Santos on Social MediaInstagram: @santosthreadsshop Tik-Tok: @santosthreadsshop Video Podcasts and Content: YouTube: The Santos Says Podcast Shop Santos Threads ApparelSANTOS-THREADS.COM Follow Don Dinero:Instagram: @dinero717Tik-Tok: @dinero717Shop Cuban Connection ApparelCUBANCONNECTION717.COMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this Episode Santos talks with fellow Latino podcaster Dominican-Amercan Mozo, about all things from misunderstandings of Latino culture by non-Latinos, the inspiration for his podcast entitled "Watch Yo Mouth with Mozo". Santos and Mozo share hood stories of loser men who Cat Call women on the street, Mozo lists his favorite all-time rappers, How COVID-19 has affected the lives of children, Are pigeon peas called Gandules or Guandules in Spanish?, and much more!!Follow Santos on Instagram;@santosthreadsshop Video Content on YouTube:"The Santos Says Podcast"Online Shop:santos-threads.com Follow Mozo on Instagram:@_therealmozo**Make sure catch the Watch yo Mouth with Mozo podcast streaming on YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook.** Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with San Diego, California based Hip-Hop artist Casino Gotti as they talk about all things from the San Diego Hip-Hop scene and legacy, East Coast vs West Coast rap beef, his musical influences, San Diego sports, How New York stop innovating when it comes to Hip-Hop, west coast hood politics, was Pop Smoke 50 Cents son? The legacy of Snoop Dogg, Why Blacks and Browns should work together, and much more!Follow Santos on Instagram:@santosthreadsshopApparel Shopsantos-threads.comFollow Casino Gotti on Instagram:@casinogottiThe latest single "Migo Story" now available on all streaming platforms, music video out now on YouTube!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with fellow Latino podcaster LJ Rivera (Host of the Live it, Love it, F... it Podcast) to discuss their podcast journeys, the affects of social media and instant gratification, relationships through the prisms of men, Bushwick and Williamsburg Brooklyn stories, LJ's love of Freestyle music, the origins of his podcast, Santos introduces a new segment called "What Santos Said" where he revisits a statement from a previous episode that he made regarding relationships!Follow Santos on Instagram:@santosthreadsshopFor Video Podcast visit YouTube:"The Santos Says Podcast"Visit the shop/website for merch:santos-threads.comFollow LJ Rivera from the Live it, Love it, F... it Podcast (Streaming on IHEART, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all platforms.)Instagram:@LJRivera_Tik-Tok:@LJRivera_Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos speaks with legendary Hip-Hop historian, producer, artist, Video Jockey Bobby Simmons. Bobby tells stories about his favorite celebrity/artist interviews, artists he has collaborated with and produced for, his career in Public Access TV as the face of an entire TV network, his prediction for the upcoming Verzuz battle between KRS One and Big Daddy Kane, what he feels was the golden era of Hip-Hop, what he really thinks about Drake, and more!Follow Santos on Instagram:@santosthreadsshopWebsite/Online Boutique: santos-threads.comFollow Bobby Simons on Instagram:@bsbvbkFor Music:Latest Single out Now"Now ya'll giving up love" by Stetsasonic"https://stetsasonic1.bandcamp.com/Check out Bobby Simmons on IHEART Radio New York 101.9 FM!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos invites special guest licensed clinical social worker, life coach, and entrepreneur Nancy Reyes to discuss mental health issues and mindfulness. Mrs. Reyes defines what it means to use mindfulness, discusses the affect that COVID-19 has had on the mental health world, and the power and effectiveness of writing things down and documenting our thoughts. Plus Nancy Reyes shares her own personal stories with mindfulness, practicing what she preaches, and talks about what she does on a daily basis to positively impact the lives of others.Follow Santos on Instagram:@santosthreadsshop Online Shop: santos-threads.com YouTube Channel:For Video Podcast "The Santos Says Podcast"Contact LSW Nancy Reyes Instagram: @mindfulnanceWebsite: NMRCOACHING.COM Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos converses with special guest Latina YouTuber/Influencer Original Moon on issues affecting Puerto Ricans/Latinos in America. Original Moon gives her takes on colorism in the Latino/Hispanic communities of America, the "In The Heights" lack of Afro Latinos controversy, Latinos using the N word, Fat Joe calling women b****s in Verzuz battle, Bushwick Brooklyn stories, and more. Plus Santos reveals why he believes Puerto Rico should become an independent country.Follow Santos on Instagram:@santosthreadsshopFor Video Podcast YouTube:"The Santos Says Podcast "Website: santos-threads.comSubscribe to Original Moon on YouTube:"Original Moon"Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this Episode Santos sheds light on his past business venture failures, childhood, and how they factored into the creation of his business Santos Threads. Santos provides the backstory for inspiration of Santos Threads, talks about what the brand is and what it means to him, plus offers words of inspiration for those looking to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Is Kanye West is musically finished! On this Episode Santos talks about why "Donda" is Kanye West's worse album to date, plus why he believes the Old Kanye is gone and never coming back. Plus Santos breaks down Drake vs Kanye West (Certified Lover Boy vs Donda) and How Drake is heads and shoulders above where Kanye West is right now from a music standpoint.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos takes a trip down memory lane with one of his childhood friends, Hip-Hop historian, artist, and poet Warren Britt to talk about all things Hip-Hop. On this episode they discuss how they met, the old world of VJs (Video Jockeys), New York City public access TV, The South Bronx vs Queensbridge Hip-Hop battles, LL Cool J vs Canibus, which of Nas' albums was better King's Disease or King's Disease 2, and much more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Why did the Adidas and Reebok partnership Fail? On this episode Santos talks about what Adidas did wrong with the Reebok brand, and why it was destined to fail from the start. Plus Santos discusses how Reebok ruined a golden opportunity in the early 2000's prior to the company being acquired by Adidas. Santos also gives his take on how Reebok with their new ownership group can right the ship!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

On this episode Santos interviews Fraze a Dominican-Amercan New York based bilingual rapper, Dembow, artist/actress. They discuss the Dominican Hip-Hop experience and history, the state of Female MCs, the musical genre called Dembow, plus we'll find out what projects she is currently working on.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos discusses his top 3 greatest Olympic Men's Basketball Teams of all-time. Plus he makes his argument for the 1996 Olympic Men's Basketball Team (Dream Team II), and why he believes it is underrated and possibly even better than the original Olympic Men's Basketball Team (Dream Team I 1992). This episode is all about the greatest Olympic Men's Basketball squads, and putting some respect on the most underappreciated Dream Team.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos discusses why he as a Latino does believe in utilizing or identifying himself as "Latinx". He also delivers a strong message to Latinos/Hispanics discussing the social progress made in America, as well as the necessity to speak up about important issues during these trying times. Plus Santos gives his theory on who he believe invented the "Latinx" term.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

Santos catches up with legendary Latino MC former member of the Terror Squad Cuban Link! On this episode Santos speaks with Cuban Link about everything from his music career 24K album, Terror Squad dealings, Big Pun stories, beef with Fat Joe, the Scarface Movie, and more! Santos also shares his top 5 favorite Cuban Link verses, and more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

In this episode Santos talks about why Baseball has lost popularity in America. Santos gives his reasons why he believes baseball is out of touch with the youth of today, it's failure to promote it's current stars, and what can be done to return the sport to prominence. Plus Santos talks about what he would do if he were MLB commissioner and much more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations

In this episode Santos presents the "Santos Summer Style Staples." Santos talks about the 10 style items each man and woman needs to look their absolute best this summer. You won't want to miss out on these 10 must have items that you will want to make sure to include in your summer style rotations. Santos talks about everything from bags, to hats, footwear, and more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-santos-says-podcast/donations