The Sunset Park Podcast

On this episode we are joined by Rodrigo Camarena. Rodrigo is a long time Sunset Park activist who is running for City Council. We spoke about why he is running and the issues he wants to take on should he become our next Council Member. If you would like to get involved with Rodrigo's campaign make sure to visit his website: https://rodrigo4nyc.comThis episode is sponsored by Barbon Life. They make cruelty free, paraben free , all natural men's grooming products. Enjoy 10% off your purchase at www.barbonlife.com when you use the promo code: SUNSETPARKWhen you make a purchase at www.barbonlife.com you are helping to support this podcast and a local Sunset Park small business.

Joining us today is Whitney Hu candidate for Brooklyn's City Council District 38.Whitney talk about why she is running to represent our district.This episode is sponsored by Barbon Life. They make cruelty free, paraben free men's grooming products. Enjoy 10% off your purchase at www.barbonlife.com when you use the promo code: SUNSETPARKPlease send us your comments and suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

On this episode we are joined by parents and teachers of District 15 and District 20. We will discuss why they support delaying the opening of schools.This episode is sponsored by Barbón Life. They make cruelty free, paraben free men's grooming products. Enjoy 10% off your purchase at www.barbonlife.com when you use the promo code: SUNSETPARKPlease send us your comments and suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #34Rob Aguilar is joined by Jorge Muñiz, Jeremy Kaplan, John Santore and Shanna Castillo to discuss the making of the Assembly debate that took place Saturday, June 20th.They also break down the intricacies of local politics.Please send us your comments, suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #33Democratic Debate for Brooklyn's 51st Assembly District.Candidates:Genesis AquinoMarcela MitaynesFelix W. OrtizKatherine WalshModerators:Rob AguilarShanna CastilloThe Debate Committee:Antoinette MartinezArelis HernandezCarmen Maria ReyCynthia FelixJeremy KaplanJorge MuñizJohn V. SontoreRebecca HarshbargerRob AguilarRodrigo Camarena

Episode #32Marcela Mitaynes is our guest on today's episode. Marcela has worked to help tenants in Sunset Park and Red Hook know their rights and fight to stay in their homes. She is running for Assembly in the 51st District. We spoke with Marcela about her work in the community and why she is running. If you would like to know more about Marcela's campaign please visit her website: https://www.marcelaforny.org/If you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 31Katherine Walsh is our guest on today's episode. Katherine is a third generation Sunset Parker who is challenging Felix Ortiz. We spoke about her work in the community and the issues she would like to work on should she be elected. If you would like to know more about Katherine please visit: https://www.katherineforassembly.com/This episode is brought to us courtesy of Sunset Park Hemp www.sunsetparkhemp.com Please make sure to check them out.If you have a story you would like for us to cover please send us an email to: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 30Rodrigo Camarena, Antoinette Martinez and Genesis Aquino of Protect Sunset Park are our guests on today's episode. They spoke about why they are against the rezoning of Industry City, they have a clear and precise message for Council Member Carlos Menchaca and the Community Board 7 Chairman. You can find out about their work at www.protectsunsetpark.orgIf you have any comments or suggestions or have a topic you would like for us to cover, send us an email sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.comWe are currently looking for field journalists to cover events throughout Sunset Park. If you are interested send us an email sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 29.This is a quick episode regarding pedestrian safety. There is an elementary and middle school being built at 60th Street and 3rd Avenue, the schools are scheduled to open in September 2020. Many parents are concerned that their kids will have to cross 3rd Avenue at 60th Street. Assemblyman Ortiz held a meeting at that intersection with Brooklyn DOT Commissioner Keith Bray to discuss safety measures that should be implemented at this busy intersection.If you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 28.Genesis Aquino is our guest on today's episode. We spoke to Genesis about her work in the community, why she is running for NYS Assembly and the issues she wants to work on should she be elected. Please send us your comments or suggestions : sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

This is a very sad time for Sunset Park, we lost a local resident in a bicycle accident on Third Ave.We spoke to our Council Member Carlos Menchaca about what needs to be done in order to prevent these type of tragedies from happening.Please send your comments and suggestions to:sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 26 is brought to us by Simple Man Products NYC, please make sure to stop by www.simplemanproductsnyc.com When you shop at www.simplemanproductsnyc.com you are helping to support this podcast.Eric Aleman of King of Kings Barber shop is our in studio guest on this episode. We had a very personal conversation about his journey to becoming a barber and the owner of King of Kings Barber Shop. We also talked about that hot topic that seems to come every time people mention Sunset Park and that is, of course gentrification. Eric is running a special for our listeners from now until the end of January (2019), make sure you listen to take advantage of this special.King of Kings Barber Shop is located in Industry City on Third Avenue.If you have any comments or suggestions or you have a story you would like for us to cover send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 25 is brought to us by Simple Man Products, please make sure to stop by www.simplemanproductsnyc.com When you shop at www.simplemanproductsnyc.com you are helping to support this podcast.Johnny Miniaci of Johnny's Pizza is our guest on this episode. Johnny's Pizza recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary, they are one of the oldest businesses in Sunset Park. Johnny's is also on Buzzfeed's top 10 list of best pizza shops in NYC! We had a great conversation about the history of Johnny's Pizza, Sunset Park and the secret to great tasting pizza.Johnny's is having a special for our listener from now until the end of December, make sure you listen to this episode to take advantage of this special offer. Johnny's Pizza is located at 5806 5th Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11220.Have a comment or suggestion, send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode # 24 is brought to us by Simple Man Products, please make sure to stop by www.simplemanproductsnyc.com When you shop at Simple Man Products you are supporting this podcast.Boxing Coach Ismael "Pancho" Rivera is our guest today. Coach Ismael has a long history in our community that goes back 4 decades. He volunteered as a boxing coach at the local police athletic league and now that he is retiring from his "regular" job he is planning on dedicating himself full time to boxing and working alongside his son Joshua Rivera. Please make sure to follow them on Instagram @coachismaelrivera & @coachboxalotIf you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email : sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #23Chris Miao is our guest on today's episode. He ran for City Council in the Democratic Primary in 2017. We spoke about what he learned from running, what issues he feels are the most important in our district and also put some rumors to rest.Please make sure to stop by our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/sunsetparkpodcastSend us your comments or suggestions: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.comHost: Rob AguilarAssociate Producer: Victor De Sunset

Episode #22Make sure to go out and vote on November 7th!On this episode we were planning on having a round table discussion with the two candidates running for City Council in District 38. Unfortunately incumbent Council Member Carlos Menchaca never responded to our invitation and did not show up. We did however have a great conversation with Green Party Candidate Carmen Hulbert, she made her case as to why the residents of Sunset Park and Red Hook should elect her as our Council Member.We want to remind you to please go out and vote on November 7th!If you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

A quick little episode letting our listeners know what we have line up in the next couple of weeks.If you have any comments or suggestions or you have a story you would like for us to cover, please send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

On Today's Episode we bring you the debate that took place on August 29th between the candidates running for City Council in the 38th District. The debate was hosted by The Red Hook Star Review and took place at Pioneer Works in Red Hook, Brooklyn.The candidates that participated in the debate were:Carmen HulbertSara GonzalezDelvis Valdez Felix OrtizCarlos MenchacaChris Miao did not attend due to a family emergency.If you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Green Party Candidate Carmen V Hulbert is running for City Council in the 38th district. Carmen sat down with Rob Aguilar for a very interesting conversation about her extensive background as a journalist with the Associated Press and her motivation in running for City Council. Carmen was the co-founder of Latinos For Bernie Sanders, her stance on things like, immigration, education, housing, healthcare and gentrification are in line with Bernie Sanders and his views on those same issues.If you have a story or topic you would like for us to cover please send us an mail: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #18.You have probably noticed the flags all along the fence on the 5th Avenue side of the park, they were put up by Junior Allende. Junior is our guest on this episode, he had a conversation with Rob Aguilar about what inspired him to work on this display.If you have a story you would like for us to cover, send us en email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

Sunset Park Native, Professional Boxer Julian Sosa is our guest on episode 17, he will be fighting on April 22nd, 2017 at the Barclay's Center. We also spoke to his father and trainer Aureliano Sosa, he gave us an insight on what it's like to train his son.Please come out and support this undefeated rising star, if you would like to purchase tickets, shoot us an email: sunsetparkpodast@gmail.com

Tony Giordano is our guest on episode #16, Tony is the founder of the very popular Sunset Parker Facebook Group with close to 10,000 members. Rob and Tony spoke about how and why the group was founded and about its influence in the community.This is an election year, Tony made a very interesting revelation regarding the election!Please make sure to stop by our facebook page and give us a like: https://www.facebook.com/sunsetparkpodcast/If you have a story you'd like for us to cover, shoot us an email: sunsetparkpodcast@gmail.com

We've got a quick one for you today because there's only a day left for voting in Participatory Budgeting in District 38!Anita Bulan spoke with Participatory Budgeting volunteer (and local teacher) Victor Nolasco at the PS 24 polling site about why PB is important in our community and how he's helping to build active residents of Sunset Park.

Carlos Menchaca has been the District 38 Council Member since 2013, and is up for reelection later this year. Carlos spoke with Anita Bulan about issues affecting Sunset Park, including immigration, Broken Windows, homelessness, and tenancy harassment, as well as the busy September ballot.

Episode #12On Today's episode we attended a Know Your Rights meeting at Community Board 7, the subject quickly turned to Senator Jesse Hamilton's affiliation with The Independent Democratic Conference.Please send your comments, suggestions to: sunsetparkpocast@gmail.com

On the day of the inauguration of President Trump, the eve of the Women's March on Washington, DC, and a celebration of community and service with the Day of Volunteerism in Sunset Park, we spoke with Rovika Rajkishun.Along with her neighbor Shanna Castillo, Rovika has been instrumental in organizing community members who want to come together to take action against the realities of a Trump presidency. With a renewed focus on allyship and connecting with existing neighborhood resources, Rovika talks about sentiment, a new world order, and fighting for those things most important to her and her family.

Episode #10.Here to discuss the expansion of the Sunset Park LIbrary is Michelle de la Us, she is the Executive Director of the Fifth Avenue Committee and David Woloch, he is the Executive Vice President of External Affairs.If you have any comments or suggestions please send us an email: aguilarr@earthlink.net

This episode is part of The Real Sunset Park Stories Series.On this episode we hear stories from:Tony Giordano,Renee Giordano,Jose Rosario,Alberto Vergara,Daisy Mendez,Bertha Mendez,Mary Yau.Please take the time to support our sponsors: https://squareup.com/market/roanjewelryIf you shop at Amazon, please make sure to use our affiliate link, this is a great way to support the podcast: http://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=throagsh05-20If you have any comments or suggestions please shoot us an email: aguilarr@earthlink.netJoin in the fun and please make sure to join the Sunset Parker Group page on facebook.

Episode # 8.Council Member Carlos Menchaca is our guest on this episode. We talked about his first year in office and how he stood up against the EDC and their desire to control for 49 years 88 acres of Sunset Park's waterfront.Please make sure to check out our sponsor www.roanjewelry.comIf you have any comments or suggestions send an email: aguilarr@earthlink.netFollow Rob Aguilar on Twitter: www.twitter.com/robertaguilaron Instagram: @aguilarrob

On Episode #7 Tony Giordano tells us the story behind the creation of the Sunset Parker FaceBook page. He also shares great stories of Sunset Park from Back in day, and some important 2014 highlights.Please make sure to check out our sponsors: If you shop on Amazon, pleases use our affiliate link: http://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=throagsh05-20Also please check out Onnit they make the best dietary supplements on earth! : https://www.onnit.com/?a_aid=RobshowYou can follow Rob Aguilar on: twitter: www.twitter.com/robertaguilarInstagram: @aguilarrobFacebook: www.facebook.com/sunsetparkpodcastIf you have any topics you would like covered, shoot us an email: aguilarr@earthlink.net

Bridget Bartolini founder of The Five Boro Story Project is our guest on this episode. The Five Boro Story Project, is all about celebrating our neighborhoods and connecting New Yorkers to our neighbors through hyper-localized storytelling.Stories at Sunset will take place on October 24th at 6 PM at the Sunset Park Recreation Center at 43rd Street and 7th Avenue, Brooklyn NY.If you have any comments or suggestions please shoot me an email at: aguilarr@earthlink.netFollow me on Instagram: aguilarrobPlease stop by our facebook page and give us a like: www.facebook.com/sunsetparkpodcast

There have been 3 incidents of police brutality in our neighborhood, thanks to people who were brave enough to record the police our community can now hold these cops accountable.Dennis Flores of El Grito de Sunset Park is our guest today, he tells us about his own experience of police brutality.Please feel free to send me an email with questions or suggestions: aguilarr@earthlink.net

Our Assemblyman Felix Ortiz joins us, he talks to us about what it was like growing up in Puerto Rico, his accomplishments as Assemblyman and why we should vote for him on September 9th, 2014.Please support our sponsors: www.roanjewelry.com, before we know it the holidays will be upon us, do your shopping online and check them out, they have great gifts. It is never too late to get into shape, getting started is always the toughest part , It is always best to reach out to a professional who knows and understands fitness. My personal trainer is truly the best, make sure you reach out to Victor Malave of Malave Fitness: 347-353-3699.Please like our facebook page: www.facebook.com/sunsetparkpodcastHave a topic you'd like for us to cover? Shoot Rob Aguilar an email at: aguilarr@earthlink.net

Ceasar Zuniga, Candidate for Assembly District 51 joins us on today's episode. We spoke about his experience growing as the son of immigrant parents. He also tells us why he feels Sunset Parkers should vote for him. Please make sure you go out and vote on September 9th 2014.Please support our sponsors: www.roanjewelry.comGeneroso's Bakery, Located at: 5812 5th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11220. They make the best heros in Sunset Park! Do you have a topic you'd like covered? Get in touch with Rob Aguilar at: aguilarr@earthlink.net

Anna Lakomy joins us today. We talked about what it was like for her growing up in #SunsetPark #Brooklyn and how it helped mold her into the accomplished actress she has become. You can follow Anna on twitter: @annalakomyPlease support our sponsors:www.roanjewelry.comGeneroso's Bakery - Located at 5812 5th Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11220.If you have any suggestions or would like to get in touch with me, shoot me an email: aguilarr@earthlink.netFollow me on twitter: @robertaguilarFollow me on instagram: @aguilarrob

On the first episode of The Sunset Park Podcast we have Tony Giordano joining us. We had a great conversation at the chess tables at Sunset Park. He shared great personal stories about growing up and raising a family in Sunset Park. Tony and his family have worked very hard through out the years to help make Sunset Park a great place to live, please make sure you follow him on Facebook.If you would like to be on the podcast or have a topic you'd like covered, please shoot me an email: aguilarr@earthlink.netPlease help support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: Onnit : https://www.onnit.com/?a_aid=Robshow Roan Jewelry: www.roanjewelry.com