Us Against The World

Inspired by Kendrick Lamar's song titled "The Art of Peer Pressure" off his album "Good Kid mAAd City", Jason and Irvin talk about the peer pressures they faced growing up. From Jason starting his own gang in middle school, to how Irvin got accepted by the "white kids" in Yearbook class during his years in Texas, this episode is packed with twists, turns and laughs throughout! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

This week on the show we have Alkaid Ramirez !! Alkaid is a photographer who specializes in documentary photography. He focuses on social inequality and inequity, and highlights working class immigrants and marginalized communities. We talk about his upbringing in Anaheim (3:39), how he got into photography (9:45), how he developed his values and principles during his younger years as a kid (14:57), his “El Jale” exhibit/project in which he took photographs of the vendors at the Cypress swap-meet during the beginning of the pandemic (18:33), and how to help out our communities around us (26:50). This episode is packed with gems, laughs, and even controversial hot takes so you don't wanna miss out! Thank you Alkaid for having us in your studio! Alkaid's Instagram: @TotesTheWizard https://www.instagram.com/totesthewizard His website: https://www.alkaidramirez.com If you'd like to be a guest on the show, hit us up on our Social media pages, all listed below! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

Inspired by Kendrick Lamar's song titled "FEAR.", Jason and Irvin share the fears they each had throughout their lives. They start with the fear they had when they were children (00:27), then the fear they had as teenagers (11:30), and finally finish the conversation with the fear they each have today as adults (22:06). The boys get deep in the Season 3 Premiere so bring tissues! If you'd like to be a guest on the show, hit us up on our Social media pages, all listed below! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

The boys get deep for our Season 2 Finale! Shovels not included! Previous podcast guest Kevin Hobby joins us to talk about our failures in life and the lessons learned from them (7:50). Bring tissues! Before that we briefly talk about our "La Vecindad" experience which ties in to why Jason and Irvin lost the passion to work on the podcast (0:25). We end the episode with each of us giving advice on why not to quit when the road to achieve our dreams gets bumpy (26:13). We laugh, we cry, and Jason and Irvin almost fight! It's the perfect episode to end Season 2. SEASON 3 - DECEMBER 1, 2021 THE COUNTY IG PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/thecounty.project/ Their Webpage: https://thecountyproject.com/ Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

Today on the show we have RIP (@RIPism) !! RIP shares with us how he found his unique art style and what influenced it, the crazy story of how he got to work with Isaiah Rashad and the importance of family and believing in yourself. We also shared with each other our 3 favorite Zay songs of all time + Irvin reveals which member from the TDE camp blocked him back in his @musicposer days. WE DO NOT WANT THE SMOKE THOUGH!!! HE DOES NOT HAVE MEDICAL INSURANCE. Another episode packed with gems and laughs! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast RIP's IG: https://www.instagram.com/ripism/ Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

Today on the show we have Mr. Levi! Levi is a man with many talents and is currently on the path to launch a neck wear business. On this episode we tackle the topics of failing and any other negative emotions that sometimes makes one give up on their real dreams and ambitions. We also get insight in how Irvin atrociously failed with his @musicposer clothing line, why Jason needs an intervention ASAP , and the TMZ Exclusive story of how Levi developed his "dapper" style that he is known for today!! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Levi's IG: @thatswhatLeviSaid https://www.instagram.com/thatswhatlevisaid https://www.instagram.com/knotmechanix Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

As far as Irvin can remember, Noe has always been the smartest kid leading the class. Unsurprisingly, Noe carried that ambition and hunger with him into both High School and college, and is now putting it to the test in the "real world" with the jobs he's had in his career so far. On this episode, we dive in deep into Noe's story of how and why he stayed motivated to achieve bigger things than what he saw around him, the obstacles he faced early on in his life, how his neighborhood shaped him, his crazy yet touching experiences he's had so far in his jobs working with kids, and much much more. We laughed, we got mad at each other, and Irvin almost cried. Yep, sounds like another FIRE and classic "Us Against The World" episode. Tune in! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Noe Anaya's IG: @noe_anaya https://www.instagram.com/noe_anaya/ Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

If its one thing Irvin is good at, it's ruining things. In their first solo episode of Season 2, Jason and Irvin chat it up about what went down in their Chicago trip. The good, the bad, and the ugly is spilled throughout this one! They talk about how Irvin almost destroyed their plans before stepping on Chicago soil, how Jason had an awkward experience at a donut shop, visiting Kanye West's childhood home and much much more! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

After a 3 month hiatus, Jason and Irvin are back to deliver Season 2 of the critically acclaimed "Us Against The World" podcast!! Critics only include both Jason and Irvin's moms plus the old man working at their local "Panda Express" !! For our season 2 opener we have Fearhall, founder of the "GET SOME SLEEP" brand. We dive in deep into how Fearhall started his brand while working at a job he really hated, the obstacles he faced in the beginning of the brand's journey, how his parents felt about him entering a field they were complete strangers too, the role his family and friends partook, the art of getting whipped as kids (ouch) , and much much more! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast "Get Some Sleep" Instagram: @get.some.sleep https://www.instagram.com/get.some.sleep/?hl=en GET SOME SLEEP website: https://ithinkihatemyself.com Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

“All good things must come to an end”. To wrap up our debut season, Jason and Irvin talk about how Irvin almost killed the show for good and how the podcast came to life (from the name of the show, to the concept, to the cover art). They also reflect and look back on the episodes of Season 1 and “Friend of the show” Uriel shares with us all a song or album that motivated him during his university years. Thank you to everyone that rocked with us these last 6 months!!! Its been a ride!! Our Rookie Season … DONE ✅ ✔️ ☑️ !!! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

For our last "Interview" episode of our first season, we go out with a bang! This week we have a very special guest: Belinda de la Libertad, a strong advocate for freedom and justice for all. Belinda is the president of the "Avanza Network" and is in the Board of Director's for "CIELO Community". Belinda shares with us how she helps out families who are chasing the so-called "American Dream", the dynamic of each family member, and how important it is for the future of the children. Towards the end, Belinda shares with us a very personal story that we hope can serve as a guide to those who find themselves in the same difficult situation Belinda was when she was a teenager. Belinda's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertad4life/ Linked-in : https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-de-la-libertad-mit94 Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

This week it's just us!! Jason and Irvin pick a few songs that have shaped their lives and break down the "Where, When, Why, and How" of those tracks. Whether it's Irvin's struggle with the "FEAR." of losing it all, to Jason going back to his "Chicano" roots, the guys tell stories that showcase how powerful music is and how it really is the closest thing to a time machine. Some rap, some Indie rock, some Kendrick, it's all here! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

And we back!! Today on the show we have San Fernando native Derick Calderon! He is currently helping take his father's plumbing business to the next level along with his brother! From getting an inside look into the industry where folks take advantage of the Latino hard worker, to difficult customers who think "Family Owned" businesses are in their palm of their hands, this episode packed with interesting stories and advice that many of us can relate to!! Get ready for an episode filled with laughs and and gems being dropped left and right! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Derick's IG PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/boujeephotography/ His plumbing business IG page: https://www.instagram.com/americasbestplumbing1llc/ Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

Today on the show we have Kevin Hobby, founder and creator of "The County" brand and project! The brand serves as a social project to bring the community within the OC together!! Check out Kevin's story from A to Z on growing his brand with the help of friends and family here in the city of OC!! THE COUNTY IG PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/thecounty.brand/ Their Webpage: https://theorangecountybrand.com/ Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

What's this?! For a third week in a row, Jason and Irvin deliver a new episode !? Hopefully this doesn't jinx it! Today we have Adrian de la Riva, a Santa Ana OC native. He's a fellow UCI Graduate, who majored in criminology and social ecology. An advocate for the youth, Adrian is currently a youth partner at a "Wraparound" program. From how it was like growing up in Santa Ana, to what triggered his decision to stop hanging out with the wrong crowd, this episode is a classic tale of a First Generation Latino trying to find a purpose in life amidst a new country one has to now call "home". Adrian's Linked-in: http://linkedin.com/in/adriandlr95 Adrian's IG: https://www.instagram.com/_adriandlr/ Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

Yep, No guest this week! It's just Jason and Irvin looking back at some of their first jobs before they finally landed "real jobs" (Hey money is money Yall!! Stop Hating!) Jason has Vietnam Flashbacks on working at Hometown Buffet and K-Mart (both gone but not forgotten) but also spills the beans on the food at Hometown!! Spoiler: It's not pretty!! Irvin also pitches in with stories from working at Camelot Golfland and his dark days at Wal-Mart. From nervously convincing his bosses to get him out of the "Dishwasher" period, to leaving Wal-Mart on his last day with style (this story is not for the faint hearted), this solo episode is sure to bring a laugh or 2... or 36! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

Today on the show we have Alberto Vargas ! Striving each day to be a better human, Alberto is a community advocate and public servant in the city of San Fernando valley. He currently helps the Latino community as a field representative for the California state assembly. He's also a fellow alumnus from UC Irvine who majored in Political Science and International Relations and is One of the Founders of "Hermanos Unidos de UC Irvine". From being culture shocked while working in Washington DC to overcoming hurdles in order to make his father and grandfather proud, this is another episode packed with gems! Bring a bag! You don't want to miss this one! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Eduardo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/educatedranchero0103/ Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

This week on the show we have our good friend Andrés Cuamani, an Instructor for Anaheim School District students, ready to spill the beans on his horrid past teachers! Just kidding, no hate on this show, just love! Mr. Cuamani dives in deep on how he learned to connect with his students both when he was working in-person and via ZOOM, what makes a great teacher, and the importance and impact of them for the youth. Andres also opens up on how he felt graduating from University amidst the pandemic, his main goal of wanting to become a teacher, and much, much more! You don't want to miss this one! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Andres Cuamani's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrescuamani/ @andrescuamani Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Jason: @jayalltheway90 https://www.instagram.com/jayalltheway90/ Irvin: @irvin5waves https://www.instagram.com/irvin5waves/

For our first ever episode recorded outside of our State of the art professional studio AKA Irvin's living room (hey we all have to start somewhere), we have special guest and friend Luis Moran! Luis Moran is a south Central native first gen graduate from the University of California, Irvine, who majored in Economics! He is currently working on expanding his family's food truck business, Torta Mobil, while expanding his own knowledge in the realms of investing and social entrepreneurship. From feeling pressured at a young age to carry his parents business legacy, to finding media coverage success thanks to helping out his community, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/ @usagainsttheworldpodcast Torta Mobil Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/tortamovilofficial/ Luis Moran's IG Page: https://www.instagram.com/moranluis621/ - Find us in the streets (the internet) : Instagram: Irvin: @irvin5waves Jason: @jayalltheway90

After a three week hiatus, like a Phoenix rising from its ashes , Jason and Irvin are back for another episode!! Today on the podcast we have Édgar Hidalgo García, the director and lead instructor of the online interpreting school, TransInterpreting. From owning his own school in Colombia to becoming a janitor once arriving to the United States, Mr. Hidalgo shares with us his underdog story that will truly inspire anyone who is currently fighting the good fight. Tune in! Hidalgo's website/ Contact info: https://www.transinterpreting.com/ Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: https://www.instagram.com/usagainsttheworldpodcast/?hl=en @usagainsttheworldpodcast - Find us in the streets: Irvin: @irvin5waves - Jason: @jayalltheway90

Hey! Believe it or not, Jason and Irvin are back for “Round 2” for their new podcast! This time it's a solo episode where Jason and Irvin talk about a subject that many can relate to and share personal stories that have shaped them in some way or form. This week they reminisce about the neighborhoods they grew up in as kids and how they've molded them to who they are today. From Jason feeling like a tourist in his own backyard back in Cancun, to Irvin getting bullied because of his shoes in Texas, this episode is filled with laughs and advice on how to be the "cool kid" as an adult wherever you go (as well as how to get the best tomatoes whenever you're in the “ghetto”!!!). Tune in! Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: @usagainsttheworldpodcast - Find us in the streets: Irvin: @irvin5waves - Jason: @jayalltheway90

Yep! It's happening! The podcast finally debuts its first ever episode with none other than with Coach Ken! “Coach who?!” Well Jason and Irvin answer that question and dive in DEEP into Kennedy's story!! From a life changing visit to Africa to a car accident that made him reevaluate his view on life, this Episode is full with gems! ( 5:05 Coach Ken interview ) Coach Ken's handles: @coachkenafriken - Follow the pod's IG PAGE! IT HELPS: @usagainsttheworldpodcast - Find us in the streets: Irvin: @irvin5waves - Jason: @jayalltheway90

Yo Jason and Irvin finally get the train going with "Episode ZERO". CHOO CHOO!! Buckle up for JUST a MINI ride this time since we will just be introducing ourselves and breaking down what the podcast title means to each of us as well as breaking down what our show will consist of. Spoiler Alert: It's all dope!! Find us in the streets (the internet) : Jason: IG @jayalltheway90 Irvin: IG @irvin5waves