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Much the same as in 2024, De Los Reyes Cigars focused on its Don Julio brand at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. If you look at De Los Reyes' portfolio, you will see two key brands: Saga and Don Julio. The Don Julio line pays tribute to Don Julio Samuel Reyes Fermin, a third-generation member of the Reyes family, who was renowned as one of the industry's legendary growers. Notably, Don Julio is De Los Reyes Cigars' most premium line. This year, the company is releasing the second installment of its Chinese Zodiac series, called the Don Julio Year of the Snake. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wuG
Much the same as in 2024, De Los Reyes Cigars focused on its Don Julio brand at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. If you look at De Los Reyes' portfolio, you will see two key brands: Saga and Don Julio. The Don Julio line pays tribute to Don Julio Samuel Reyes Fermin, a third-generation member of the Reyes family, who was renowned as one of the industry's legendary growers. Notably, Don Julio is De Los Reyes Cigars' most premium line. This year, the company is releasing the second installment of its Chinese Zodiac series, called the Don Julio Year of the Snake. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-wuG
Send us a textSUMMARYIt was only right for us to start this week's episode with Nyce giving us the rundown of his recent trip to Charlotte for the Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar & SZA (13:38). From there we discussed a class-action lawsuit involving tequila-brands Don Julio and Casamigos (25:46), learned about Sierra's short-lived attempt at a calorie deficit diet (40:30), gave our reviews on the movie "Sinners" (52:00) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK“Both faith and fear demand you to believe in something you cannot see; you choose." - Bob ProctorDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."
This week on the show, we cover everything from global headlines to cultural chatter. Pope Robert Prevost makes history as the first American elected to lead the Catholic Church, while the U.S. REAL ID deadline looms. Smokey Robinson is hit with a major lawsuit, and Casamigos and Don Julio face backlash over allegedly misleading “100% agave” claims. Billionaire Barry Diller comes out as gay at 83, and Steak ‘n Shake stirs up buzz by accepting Bitcoin. We also break down the Met Gala 2025's wildest looks and give a quick NBA Playoff update as the second round heats up.
HAWK NEWSOMEServant of God and The PeopleCo-Founder BLM Greater New YorkWe want to promote the Neely DinnersPlans for the next 4yrs Tweet BLACK MAN! YOU EITHER GONE ORGANIZE AND FIGHT WHATS COMING POLITICALLY OR LAY DOWN AND TAKE IT.WHAT YOU WONT DO IS WHINE ABOUT EVERYTHING LITTLE THING LIKE PUNKS!BLACK PEOPLE ARE MORE TOGETHER NOW THAN THEY HAVE BEEN IN FOREVER AND YOU WANT THE SCARED AND WAITING.JOB 38:3We are NOT minorities. We are the Global majority. Stop saying that ShitWe are an action coalition that assists, builds, and empowers black communities in Greater NY. #BlackLivesMatterHow's being Black in America?What do you think about the Popeyes and Don Julio collab?Happy birthday Trayvon martin he would of turned 30yrs old a few days ago Was there a death that stood out to you the most?Why was George Floyd so significant to the world?What is Black Lives Matter?How does Black Lives Matter emulate the civil rights movement?Why do people always try to discredit this organization?Do you live in fear while protesting?How does it feel to be arresting for protesting?How are you OG's and mentors?What is racism and can it be taught?NFL takes out end racism from the end zone “Choose love and it takes all of us”Colin Kapernick taking a knee#podcast #politics #police #trending #new https://www.sliceofexcellence.org
Fossie's back from Mexico with stories that'll have you crying and questioning border patrol. From being “randomly” selected at the Cancun airport, to an unexpected debate about his Martin Luther King tattoo, and waking up to mystery Don Julio charges—this one's packed! We also debate if Speedy Gonzales is an icon or offensive and call a real Mexican to settle it. Plus, real talk on resorts vs. local culture, ceviche paranoia, and trying to learn Spanish through telenovelas.0:01:25,Back From Mexico – First Impressions0:02:20,Random Security Check at Cancun Airport0:05:26,Driving to Playa del Carmen0:06:38,Fifth Avenue & Lucha Mask Shopping0:07:17,Restaurants Built Around Trees0:08:09,Outside the Resort – Trash & Culture0:13:28,Resort Life vs City Life in Mexico0:15:17,The MLK Tattoo Story0:16:26,Getting Pressed by a Stranger0:18:06,Positive Reactions from Other Guests0:21:24,Drinking and Blacking Out0:25:33,Missing Swim Trunks & Glasses0:28:10,Charged for Don Julio Shots0:29:18,Calling Out the Hater0:31:13,Fear of Raw Ceviche Shrimp0:34:10,Why Can't You Drink Water in Mexico?0:35:41,Trip to Xcaret Park & Cultural Show0:38:34,Speedy Gonzales Debate0:42:05,Calling a Mexican Friend to Settle It0:44:00,Mexican Restaurant Review – El Fogon0:47:05,Talking Tacos & Tacos Lopez Comparison0:50:08,Learning Spanish Through Media0:53:08,Encountering a Subtle Racist at Work0:59:13,Real Mexico vs Tourist Mexico1:00:04,Outro – We're Back Every Wednesday
How do you cultivate a loyal following through organic growth and word-of-mouth buzz and without leaning on celebrity endorsements or splashy marketing campaigns? It's the Komos way. In this episode, Ria Soler, the director of education and global advocacy for luxury spirit brand Tequila Komos, talks about how the company has focused on organic growth, thoughtful distribution and authenticity to stand out in an increasingly crowded market. Show notes: 0:45: Sports Drink? Tawchy's. More Investment, But Where? Jean Luc Picard. National Day Day. – Tequila is still booming, but is “better for you”? Torchy's Tacos is all over Austin. When will the chain come to Boston? Melissa drops the latest on Nombase, and we've got new speaker reveals for BevNET Live. FABID's Q1 2025 report shows the funding freeze might be thawing, just not everywhere. National Pretzel Day – are you Team Soft or Team Crunchy? John is irritated. And, we've got new and notable products aplenty. 34:47: Interview: Ria Soler, Director of Education and Global Advocacy at Tequila Komos – At the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival last month in The Bahamas, Ria talks about how Komos brings a winemaker's finesse to the world of agave spirits, blending traditional tequila craftsmanship with a sophisticated, global outlook. She also offers a candid look into Komos's multifaceted approach to brand building, how it embraces product placement in popular television shows from The White Lotus to The Real Housewives, and why “all press is good press” as the company expands visibility. Ria also talks about why at the heart of Komos' growth is a strong focus on distributor relationships, where trust and mutual respect are essential – especially during its transition into Gallo's network. She shares the value of ride-alongs with sales reps, even if it means braving a few dirty cars, and explains why her communication style is rooted in listening and adaptability. Brands in this episode: Pretzelized, Unique Pretzels, Uncle Jerry's, Auntie's Annie, Quinn's, El Nacho, Cafe Du Monde, Dude Wow, Zenjoy, MTN Dew, Whiteleaf Provisions, Super Coffee, La Colombe, Tequila Komos, Orin Swift, Fortaleza, Chartreuse, Don Julio, Avion, Aviation Gin
Armon is back with another solo episode and begins with a light CHAT - Kendrick Lamar & SZA's “luther” video (2:08) and Jay-Z's name being dropped from a sexual assault lawsuit tied to Diddy (5:13) - and LUNCH BREAK - Ja Morant's new grenade celebration and the criticism he's been facing of late (11:58). For this week's BOARD MEETING, Armon reads and reacts to listener-submitted hot takes on music quality today, song of the summer criteria, Jey Uso, the NBA playoffs, pizza, Don Julio, and much more (14:50)! As always, Armon closes with two SLIDE DECK selections for the week (1:22:08).SLIDE DECK"Glide" - Blackmon Don, Suppa, 2km, Bonezy The Kid, Allahmon Solomon, Baloww and Geesus Shuttlesworth "Before It's Too Late" - Sabrina ClaudioStay Busy with Armon Sadlerhttps://www.instagram.com/staybusypod/https://twitter.com/staybusypodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@staybusypodArmonhttps://www.instagram.com/armonsadler/https://twitter.com/armonsadler
Snobbato per anni dalle aziende del settore, lo scenario della mixology e dei distillati in Africa è sempre più protagonista a livello internazionale, mentre nascono festival e cocktail week locali. Intanto gli analisti prevedono un forte rimbalzo dei titoli dei produttori di alcolici in Borsa, dopo il crollo dell'ultimo anno. E la stilosa dj e producer coreana Peggy Gou firma un'edizione da collezione del tequila Don Julio. Ecco le principali notizie dal mondo della mixology e degli spirit secondo i media internazionali.
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry. Here you can listen to the full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/diageo-ceo-shifting-drinking-trends-brand-innovation/id1614211565?i=1000700857139&l=nbAre our drinking habits changing? In this episode, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Debra Crew, CEO of Diageo, to explore the shifting landscape of the spirits industry. They discuss emerging consumer trends, including how Gen Z is embracing “zebra striping”—switching between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while socializing. Debra shares insights into Diageo's world-renowned brands, from Guinness and Johnnie Walker to Smirnoff and Don Julio, and explains how the company stays ahead of trends by closely studying consumer behavior across the globe. The conversation also covers Diageo's cultural evolution from a pursuit of perfection to embracing a "fail fast and learn" mindset.In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Sara Arnesen.Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTubeWant to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedInFollow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedInFollow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are our drinking habits changing? In this episode, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Debra Crew, CEO of Diageo, to explore the shifting landscape of the spirits industry. They discuss emerging consumer trends, including how Gen Z is embracing “zebra striping”—switching between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while socializing. Debra shares insights into Diageo's world-renowned brands, from Guinness and Johnnie Walker to Smirnoff and Don Julio, and explains how the company stays ahead of trends by closely studying consumer behavior across the globe. The conversation also covers Diageo's cultural evolution from a pursuit of perfection to embracing a "fail fast and learn" mindset.In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Sara Arnesen.Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTubeWant to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedInFollow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedInFollow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we go over the night that was the 97th Oscars! We go through the winners, the glamour, the host, and the Don Julio drinks we mixed up for the evening!Cocktails come from Drinks Digest!Merch ShopPatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
Vender uísque ou construir legado? E como ampliar o repertório para o consumidor experimentar novos drinks, mesmo com a Geração Z escolhendo beber menos? O programa Mídia e Marketing desta semana conversa com Guilherme Martins, vice-presidente de marketing e inovação da Diageo, dona de marcas como Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Guinness, Tanqueray e Don Julio. A ‘Entrevista Extra' desta edição é com Aldo Pini, copresidente da LePub, uma das agências de publicidade que atendem a multinacional.
This week we are joined by Jake from Galaxy of Film to go through our Oscar picks and get excited for the biggest night in Hollywood! Plus we grab some Don Julio and get our cocktails prepped for Oscar Night!Cocktails come from Drinks Digest!Oscar 2025 Pick'em!Merch ShopPatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
The Crew is back AGAIN... In this episode the crew talks about the weekend album, the Grammys, Lil Wayne, Drake on tour, Fantastic Four trailer, Canelo vs Crawford fight, Super Bowl, Superman/DC reboot, Kendrick Lamar halftime show, Popeyes & Don Julio, NBA, and more.... so come catch a vibe with us!!!
Welcome to Brunch with the Branches! Today's drink is Thomas cocktail called the Don Julio Strawberry Lemon Drop Slushie Simply Lemonade, triple Sec, Simple syrup, and Don Julio. Kim has the joy moment today, and shares the a little about the joy he finds in his faith. Happy Black History Month! We are celebrating amazing black people, and moments in our American history. Today we celebrate Uncle Nearest Green. We kick this week's discussion off with introductions of our guests, and a fun couples game called ABC takeover [6:42]. In the spirit of love month, we tackled the topic of Love or Lust with our guest [19:47]. We dive into several questions about love, and a love journey. We get different perspectives from our guests in different stage of our love journey. We end with a toast by one of our guests. Follow us at: Thomas IG: @rcandyman850 and X: @RCandyman Kim: IG: @Kimberly.branch.56 and X: @BranchKimberly Podcast's IG: @brunchwtbranchspod and X: @BrunchBranchPod
On this week's episode Nando & P discuss the Don Julio & Popeyes collab, the way that social media has effected the guest experience, ask why you hang out with people that aren't enjoyable, the tragedy at a local after hours and the importance of safety at events, and review some social mediaThe Industry Perspective Socials!Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindustryperspectiveNando's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwult_/P's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglas_coffeeRob's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robeenyoThe Industry Perspective:Pulling back the curtain on your favorite bars and restaurants telling you what goes on behind the scenes with the establishments, the people that make it run and hopefully give you some insight into our perspective
Notes and Links to Alejandro Heredia's Work Alejandro Heredia is a queer Afro-Dominican writer from The Bronx. His debut novel LOCA is out today (February 11) from Simon and Schuster. He has received fellowships from Lambda Literary, VONA, the Dominican Studies Institute, Kenyon Review, and Trinity College. In 2019, he was selected by Myriam Gurba as the winner of the Gold Line Press Fiction Chapbook Contest. His chapbook of short stories, You're the Only Friend I Need (2021), explores themes of queer transnationalism, friendship, and (un)belonging in the African Diaspora. Heredia's work has been featured in Teen Vogue, Lambda Literary Review, The Offing, and elsewhere. He received an MFA in fiction from Hunter College. Heredia currently serves as Black Mountain Institute's Shearing Fellow at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Buy Loca Alejandro Heredia's Website Book Review for Loca At about 2:40, Alejandro shares his feelings as the book's Pub Day approaches, as well as feedback that he hasn't gotten on the novel At about 4:40, Alejandro talks about his bilingualism, growing up in The Bronx and The Dominican Republic, and what led him towards writing At about 7:10, Alejandro talks about how being bilingual helps him to become a better writer/thinker and how his Spanglish has developed At about 9:25, Alejandro gives some background on a specific Dominican word At about 10:25, Alejandro responds to Pete's questions about what he was reading that served as foundational for him and he expands upon “writing across difference” At about 13:10, Alejandro cites contemporary fiction that inspires and challenges, including Gina Chung's work At about 14:10, Alejandro outlines ideas of how he sees the use of the word “queer” At about 16:00, Alejandro expands upon seeds and stimulating ideas for his book, especially wth regard to the “Author's Note” At about 19:10, Alejandro expands on his Author's Note reference to fiction's “capaciousness” and how fiction's constructs helped him write about loss and grief in Loca At about 21:10, Alejandro talks about the significance of his two epigraphs and ideas of “home” and friendship At about 23:40, Pete and Alejandro talks about the book's exposition and an early inciting incident At about 24:30, Pete asks Alejandro about main character Charo's domesticity and her visceral negative reaction At about 26:05, The two discuss ideas of community and Y2K and the importance of the “queer space” at The Shade Room in a Dominican and Puerto Rican community At about 28:20, Alejandro talks about intersectionality and his qualms about its usage in early reviews of the novel At about 30:55, Pete and Alejandro discuss Vance and Sal's first meeting and budding relationship and ideas of “identity politics and language” At about 32:25, The two discuss important familial and friend characters At about 33:55, Yadiel is discussed as a proud queer character and Aljandrro expands upon a moment in which Sal and Yadiel At about 36:15, Alejandro responds to Pete's questions about a “moment in time” and a “utpian moment,” and expands upon the good and bad of life “at the margins” At about 39:35, Alejandro replies to Pete's question about the ways in which he deals wth sexual abuse and its effects and the abuse as “foundational” and “inform[ing]” Sal's adolescence and beyond At about 42:45, Vance and his likability and Ren are described At about 43:55, Anacaona and her history are discussed in connection to an important flashback in the book At about 46:00, Alejandro expands upon ideas of “erasing Blackness” that come as unintentional (?) effects of the portrayal of the Taino peoples At about 49:15, Robert and his sympathetic nature and his usage of a homophobic slur are discussed, as Alejandro discusses the “reclaiming” of the word in the queer Dominican community At about 50:40, Don Julio, Sal's roommate, and his emblematic background are discussed, along with the benefits and drawbacks of “normalizing” a reclaimed word At about 53:00, Alejandro talks about being a “writer of images” after Pete compliments one of many resonant scenes At about 54:55, Pete and Alejandro tiptoe around any spoilers At about 55:50, Sal and Kiko and their minor triumphs and Sal's success as a teacher are discussed At about 57:00, Pete wonders about Lena, an eccentric character in the book, and Alejandro talks about some ambiguities At about 59:00, Robert and Charo's relationship and ideas of repression, personal choice, and guilt throughout the book are discussed At about 1:03:25, Pete and Alejandro discuss generational differences in the ways in which Sal and Vance interact and see progressive movements At about 1:07:40, Alejandro discusses social media contact info and points listeners towards his upcoming tour dates You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode. Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. This week, his conversation with previous guest Carvell Wallace will be up on the website. A big thanks to Rachel León and Michael Welch at Chicago Review. Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, his DIY podcast and his extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode will feature an exploration of the wonderful poetry of Khalil Gibran. I have added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show. This is a passion project of Pete's, a DIY operation, and he'd love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form. The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com. Please tune in for Episode 272 with Lamya H. Lamya is a queer Muslim writer and organizer living in New York City whose 2023 memoir HIJAB BUTCH BLUES won the Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize and a Stonewall Non-fiction Book Award, and was also a finalist for Lambda Literary and Publishing Triangle Awards. Lamya's organizing work centers around creating spaces for LGBTQ+ Muslims, fighting Islamophobia, Palestine, and prison abolition. The episode airs on February 18.
This week the gang kicks things off giving their take on at the recent plane crashes (0:19) Hollywood Nicky delivers a ridiculous story (16:19) Grammy talk, Beyonce wins the elusive Album of the Year (20:00) and Kendrick cleans up with 5 Grammys (22:07). Kanye West goes on a twitter rant (28:46) 50 cent receives backlash from his latest online post (34:00) Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans (43:57) but tragedy hit when reporter Adrian Manzno died (45:17). NFL kicker Justin Tucker under investigation for inappropriate actions at massage parlor (52:14) Dwayne Wade beating cancer (55:50) Popeyes collabs with Don Julio (58:10) and much more so tune in.....follow the instagram @toxicmasculinityissues_podcast@imhollywoodnicky@mike_fresh4hunnid
Support the show. Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/highscore510 ----more---- NOTES: Happy Black History Month! What are you most proud of as a Black person? {7:10} We discuss: - UPDATE: Popeyes & Don Julio collaboration announced just in time for Black History Month {18:27} - Trump blames Tariffs on Fentanyl {25:00} - DEI the real killer in the DC plane crash? {31:20} - NBA: Luka Doncic traded to the Lakers {36:45} - Does the UFC have a Hitler problem? {49:15} - Cut Corner Shoutouts {57:50} *Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/highscore510 *Email: (HighScore510.Fans@gmail.com) *MUSIC BY: Taj Easton (https://www.tajeaston.com) *SPONSORS: 1) New Parkway Theatre, Oakland: https://www.thenewparkway.com 2) Til Infinity Clothing
Join Lil' Lo and Big Shot Shae as they discuss how long they give grace to those weaponizing trauma, the craziness with Don Julio x Popeyes, The Grammys, and more! Email for advice / to be featured: LetMeStayFocused@gmail.com Follow Our Hosts: @lilloworldwide @bigshotshae **DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A COMEDIC PODCAST** Scenarios and responses from this show should be taken with a grain of salt. In other words, this is all a joke. Unless otherwise noted, any similarity to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is purely coincidental.
This week's Mental Man Monday is a wild ride through marketing madness, industry snubs, and celebrity chaos. Izzy is joined by JR from The Real Let's Talk Sh*t Podcast, and together, they unpack some of the most talked-about moments from Super Bowl weekend and the Grammys.
Angel Reese paid off her mom's mortgage so she can retire for her Birthday. Kanye West's wife Bianca Censori really pulled up to the Grammys in her birthday suit LeBron told this fan to look more presentable Had him take his hoodie and headphones off I'm on episode 3 of Harlem and it's p**sing me off. Like, why is Camille pregnant with this man's child? Why does she think keeping it is a good idea? Why is Ian planning another pregnancy with his new girl?? Beyoncé just announced The Cowboy Carter Tour!! LiAngelo Ball Claims He Raps "Colder" Than Cam'ron Amidst Feuds A whole bunch of Black women educators created Hillman Tok University on TikTok, and they are teaching whole courses. Rico Recklezz revealed that he had been shooting his shot in Summer Walker's DMs for 8 years straight before she finally gave him a chance, only pausing when he kept going to jail!! Kendrick Lamar wins Best Music Video for "Not Like Us" at the Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" wins Best Rap Performance at the "Saturn" by SZA wins best R&B song at the 11:11 (Deluxe) by Chris Brown wins the Grammy for Best R&B album Best R&B Performance Winner: Made for Me (Live On BET) by Muni Long Larry June, 2 Chainz and the Alchemist join forces on the first single for their collab album, and it makes good on its potential. Massive anti-illegal immigrant deportation protests have broken out across several cities in the USA. Rod Wave has been cancelling shows left and right, and now the rapper is letting fans in on why with a lengthy Instagram rant. Latto & Playboi Carti - "Blick Sum (Remix)"Netflix's W.A.G.s to Riches reached a boiling point in its third episode as social media influencer YesJulz and former agent Kenea Danair, Papoose made sure his new girlfriend Clareesa Shield's timberlands were tired right before her weigh-in. Kevin Durant responds to a fan with a reference to Latto's song "Brokey" Two women are suing Top Dawg Entertainment and several of its employees and executives for alleged sexual harassment and assault. Kanye West posts apology to Kamala Harris after saying he wanted to sleep with her The Dallas Mavericks are trading Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick Deiondra Sanders Drops THIS Response After Being Questioned About Her Absence from Jacquees & Dej Loaf's Pics A man arrived at a Popeyes in Philadelphia at 10 AM for their Don Julio collaboration, and almost everyone in there was drinking Don Julio with their chicken sandwich and chicken A Small Plane Crashed in Northeast Philadelphia, Causing an Explosion, Fires, and Multiple casualties. Will Smith To Present at the Grammys, His First Major Awards Show Appearance Since the Chris Rock Slap Juelz Santana recently voiced strong opinions on drug-related crimes, calling for harsher penalties for those who lace drugs with fentanyl YFN Lucci embraced his kids, family, and friends for the first time in years as a free man Lizzo has revealed that she's reached a new weight loss goal and that this is the lightest she's been since 2014.
In this episode, we break down what exactly is going down with this Popeyes x Don Julio collaboration for the Super Bowl, More moves that our president has been doing including gender policies & getting rid of ethic celebrations, Top 10 games of the 2024, The working town in Svalbard, Norway, The Weekends new & "last" album & so much more!!!WELCOME TO THE FOUNTAIN!!!!Follow the Pod's IG: @bythefountainpodFollow the Host's IG: @averyfluker, @sna.z_don, @aiomspsi
EPISODE 188 - January has been a pretty quiet month of music outside of Bad Bunny;s new album so we throw it back to our roots. Lyft may be dealing with 2 lawsuits pretty soon after a viral moment was shared to social media. Popeyes and Don Julio collab for some weird reason. UberEats is scamming their customers. De Compas is going viral for an interesting reason. Akademiks may have finally messed up one too many times. Finally, Feid and Trueno release their new collab and we are impressed.Thank you for listening familia
New week, new content! Scoob & Slikk got some sizzling hot takes on Cam Newton interviewing Dwight Howard's ex, a mayor in Illinois getting their significant other jumped at a township meeting, the two plane crashes that happened last week, and a Popeyes x Don Julio collab? In music, Soulja boy gave another classic rant inspired by Bhad Bhadie, Detroit female rapper Dank Demoss is suing Lyft, Kanye West is back on X tweeting, and did Omar Gooding drop a diss track on Cam'ron? In sports, Luka was traded for Anthony Davis, Justin Tucker (ravens kicker) was hit with some nasty massage parlor allegations, papoose walked Claressa Shields out for her weigh in, and we also have a Benavidez vs. Morrell recap. Enjoy !
The crew returns with episode 159 of your favorite podcast's favorite podcast! In this episode, Boobie and Modd dive into the unexpected Don Julio and Popeyes collaboration, share the telltale signs that they're getting older, and explore the challenge of balancing success while keeping that chip on your shoulder. They also discuss adapting to new environments, Trump's welcome party, and the surprising choice of Nelly and Snoop Dogg performing at the inauguration. Plus, they tackle the rollback of DEI initiatives and much more! Tap in!
Send us a textSUMMARYWe started this week's episode talking about Gelo's song "Tweaker" (6:20) before discussing the collab meal between Popeyes & Don Julio (21:06). We also get into the airplane/helicopter crash in DC (26:10), the Contraception Begins at Erection Act in Mississippi (38:13), our Super Bowl predictions (1:02:06) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"By choosing to make this the hardest year of your life, it can be one of your easiest." - Kobe BryantDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."
The guys open up the show discussing what to do with their significant others for Valentine's Day (4:13). In the Black Twitter Report, Vont, Chap and Justis cover the horrible plane crash in DC (15:50), Popeyes collabing with Don Julio for Black History Month (19:04), and DJ Akademiks getting banned from Twitch (29:19). Pick Your Poison; send a spicy text to your boss or to a relative. Vont is struggling with if he should hold someone accountable for something that they did. Plus a rapper is suing Lyft after being denied a ride supposedly due to her weight (1:02:23) and more! Subscribe to Morning Commute Podcast and leave a review! Morning Commute Podcast https://www.instagram.com/morningcommutepod/ https://www.youtube.com/@SuperVillainStudios_ VONT https://www.instagram.com/vontleak/ https://www.iheart.com/podcast/467-the-dave-ryan-show-26584068/ CHAP https://www.instagram.com/justynchap/ https://www.instagram.com/jusmusicent/ JUSTIS https://www.instagram.com/_injustis/ https://www.supervillainstudios.net/
Don Julio x Popeyes Racist Collab? - HBTY 344 The discuss the upcoming Popeyes and Don Julio collab as HJ eats chicken live on air, The pod watches the fisticuffs and the weave flying by the Dalton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard, Al Sharpton and his Costco buy in, ICE deportations and more
Don Julio x Popeyes, is the collab nobody saw coming. Is this the culinary love story of 2025? A feud over cold french fries turns really heated. Cheetos Crunchy Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle. Is your mouth watering or crying already? Hit play for wild takes, questionable opinions, and DJ HEY COUSIN's unmatched energy. That and much more! Let's get silly! ALL MY SOCIALS ARE HERE https://linktr.ee/Ambersmilesjones FOLLOW DJ HEY COUSIN A.K.A WES ROBERTS Linktree https://linktr.ee/by.wesroberts?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZAELFlV6vSJw72MSahNTfPtWx-pz1burhX-NxiahrupwwUXIseaxk2AlM_aem_VpOSgl9UU0ug7vvU5nIb0w Instagram https://www.instagram.com/by.wesroberts?igsh=dHhxdTFsdjEwbjF5&utm_source=qr Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/AjX4fBxw6ADbaUKP/? mibextid=LQQJ4d Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@djheycousin?_t=8pV3EGJB9PX&_r=1
Support the show. Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/highscore510 ----more---- NOTES: The Contraception begins at Erection Bill has been introduced in Mississippi.. We discuss: - Popeyes & Don Julio collaboration just in time for Black History Month - Trump's Inauguration and celebrity presence - NFL Coaches and Super Bowl LIX is set *Patreon Page: www.patreon.com/highscore510 *Email: (HighScore510.Fans@gmail.com) *MUSIC BY: Taj Easton (https://www.tajeaston.com) *SPONSORS: 1) New Parkway Theatre, Oakland: https://www.thenewparkway.com 2) Til Infinity Clothing
Use code Magicmind.com/DEGREESJAN for % 45 OFF Magic Mind Bundle. Happy Friday DCC Fam! This week's episode is about fasting and learning discipline. Also about taking control of your ne. Today's topics are below. - Has it been a crazy January - Rise of the Dominance of major corporation? - The Revolution? - Fasting from Everything - Popeyes and Don Julio collab - Super Bowl LIX coming up In Music News Central Cee "CANT RUSH GREATNESS" Album Sexyy Redd ft. Bruno Mars - Fat Juicy & Wet single Follow @degreescouchchronicles on all podcast platforms. Tune into our social for all updates. Click the link here for fitness by Phoenix fit workouts, meals, and more https://www.etsy.com/shop/Fitnesswithphoenix Glow Nude @Glow.nude on IG
In this episode, the guys dive into the Don Julio & Popeyes collab, chat about their favorite struggle meals, and reveal what their own personal hells would be.https://www.instagram.com/brewsandbanter_pod/
Alex opens this week's episode with thoughts on the collaboration between Popeyes and Don Julio before SaVon brings up the Detroit rapper who sued Lyft for weight discrimination and calls out certain sports media personalities who speak on pop culture news. Later, the crew speaks on if grown men can play video games, Bruno Mars and Sexyy Red's “Fat Juicy & Wet,” and 2025 GRAMMY Awards predictions. They also discuss **TRIGGER WARNING** Akademiks being banned from Twitch over grooming allegations, Kai Cenat's Billboard cover and appearance on WWE's Monday Night Raw, Central Cee's ‘CAN'T RUSH GREATNESS,' updates on A$AP Rocky's case, and much more! Subscribe to our Patreon for early access to this episode's video and bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY beginning in February - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY -https://needtoknowstudios.com/ Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know -https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 The Need To Know Podcast https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall Regi https://www.instagram.com/regi_nacho/ https://twitter.com/regi_nacho
Ron Hughley is back with another edition of The Daily Fix: - Travis Kelce on being the villain. - Jameis Winston joining Fox for Super Bowl week. - Don Julio partners with Popeyes. Subscribe: https://youtube.com/live/dYWGrO2yqwU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ehizoje is joined by Cherokee as they discuss Trump's first couple days in Office, Popeyes and Don Julio's collaboration, Joey Badass calling out the West Coast, and recent projects from Olamide and Wizkid. Full Episode: https://linktr.ee/RLS_Podcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
The collab we didn't know we needed.. POPEYES & MR. DON JULIO?!
On this episode of Bulture podcast: -Don Julio and Popeyes have announced a collab set to launch on January 31st, Bruno Mars' & Sexyy Red's ‘Fat, Juicy & Wet' Video Sparks Mixed Reactions Online -Katt Williams Jokingly Accuses Martin Lawrence of 'Hiding' A Stroke -"Ain't Nothing Wrong with Getting Better" Luenell Says Wendy Williams Sounds 'Great' & Is 'Clearly Sober' Amid Guardianship Battle -A$AP Rocky Prosecutors Question Potential Jurors About Rihanna, Ask If They Listen to Singer's Music or Use Her Fenty Beauty Products -Akademiks provides additional context to the alleged "grooming" involving 15-year-old 'NourGxd' during a Discord call -Would You Date a Man That Uses Black Spray on His Hair? -DJ Unk most known for his Song "Walk It Out" Has Sadly Passed Away at Age 43 -Big Boogie says that his baby mama put him on child support after he bought a truck for his new girlfriend -NFL star Jayden Daniels' mom and agent revealed that 'girls' were her biggest concern when it came to what might have ruined his career -Joie Chavis says she is staying with her mom along with her three kids and saving up for a house after the LA fires -Kendrick Lamar officially announces SZA as his guest performer for next month's Super Bowl LIX halftime performance -SZA Dodges 'Is Drake a Good Kisser' Question From 'One of Them Days' Co-Star Keke Palmer -iPhones with TikTok installed are selling for up to $58K on eBay after news that TikTok won't return to the App Stores until sold to a U.S. buyer -Target rolls back DEI initiatives, the latest big company to retreat -Netflix are RAISING PRICES again in the US, With ads — $7.99 (+$1) Premium - $24.99 (+$2) -Coi Leray states that being cheated on is the most terrible feeling -Sexyy Red apologizes to Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter for posting an AI picture of him -Chris Brown has filed a $500 lawsuit against Ample LLC and Warner Brothers, accusing them of defamation for producing a documentary titled Chris Brown: A History of Violence -Woman says the new Instagram update made her stop talking to her man after she saw him liking other girls' videos -Project Pat's son, Patrick Houston Jr., has sadly passed away after a shooting in a Tennessee park. He was only 21 -Tyra Banks reveals her Los Angeles home also burned down in the devastating wildfires. However, the supermodel says she didn't want to bring much attention to herself -Atlanta woman kicks her boyfriend out during the snowstorm after she caught him texting his ex, asking to be snowed in with her - New Orleans gets its first snow in 15 years, making people have snowball fights in the street -Hunxho put Real Recognize Rio on the second track of his album” For Us” & they spazzed on their new track “Just Cuz”
Rest in paradise to DJ Unk.In this episode, we give our in depth opinions of not just the inauguration for Donald J. Trump, but also some of his first moves in office from multiple pardons, to round ups for I.C.E. We also go over some random finds Avery found on net, Popeyes x Don Julio, the impact DJ Unk had on our lives, Music that's dropped this past week & so much more!!!WELCOME TO THE FOUNTAIN!!!!Follow the Pod's IG: @bythefountainpodFollow the Host's IG: @averyfluker, @sna.z_don, @aiomspsi
SummaryIn this episode of the Culture Uncut podcast, the hosts engage in a lively discussion covering a range of topics from entrepreneurship and workplace dynamics to personal relationships and cultural commentary. They delve into the implications of vasectomies, the importance of communication in relationships, and the intersection of food and culture, particularly with the upcoming collaboration between Popeyes and Don Julio. The conversation is filled with humor, insights, and reflections on modern life, making it a thought-provoking listen.TakeawaysEntrepreneurship should focus on solving problems.Workplace dynamics can be challenging in remote settings.Communication is key in relationships regarding family planning.Vasectomies can be a responsible choice for men not wanting more children.Cultural commentary is essential in understanding societal norms.Food and culture often intersect in unexpected ways.Education plays a crucial role in family planning decisions.Personal experiences shape perspectives on relationships and parenthood.Humor can be a powerful tool in discussing serious topics.Seeing beyond present circumstances can lead to better decision-making.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Daily Recap02:34 Insights from the Interview with Big Red03:55 Workplace Roasting and Humor05:00 Remote Work Challenges and Policies06:23 California Fires and Personal Updates07:14 Political Discussions: Trump vs. DeSantis07:53 Sponsorship and Listener Engagement08:54 Vasectomy Discussion: Perspectives and Opinions11:53 Communication in Relationships Regarding Birth Control14:21 The Importance of Transparency in Relationships17:32 Pregnancy Risks and Misconceptions20:16 Attraction and Personal Preferences21:36 Genetics and Relationships22:44 The Decision to Get a Vasectomy25:05 Sperm Banking for Future Family Planning26:57 The Consequences of Reckless Parenting29:30 Masculinity and Parenting Choices31:04 Popeyes and Don Julio: A Controversial Collaboration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#LetsTalkAboutItCowboys hire Brian Schottenheimer as head coachJaguars hire Liam Coen as head coachPete Carroll hired as Raiders head coachBen Johnson hired as Lions head coachAaron Glenn hired as Jets head coach#CollegeFootballNewsOhio State wins National Championship 34-23 over Notre DameUSC hires Notre Dames' GM for same position#TakeOrTangentLiam Coen alleged to have lied to the Bucs to receive a new contract only to collude with Jaguars as they interviewed Patrick Graham to satisfy Rooney rule.Raiders hire Bucs Assistant GM to main GM role Colts hire Former Bengals DC to same positionTexans fire OC Bobby Slowik after 2 seasons#TouchdownOrTurnoverMark Andrews refuses to talk to media after game-losing drop in divisional round to Bills2027 College Football National Championship to be held in Las VegasSaleh returns to 49ers as DCTexans part ways with team president Greg Grissom#FadeOrFairMarcellus Wiley vs Ryan Clark. Wiley calls him a race baiter Don Julio and Popeyes dropping a sponsorship on January 31stTexans fire OC Bobby Slowik after 2 seasons Jury acquits Patriots safety Jabril Peppers in his assault and battery trial.
In this episode of the Embellish Pod, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jose Valdez, the Maestro Tequilero and guardian of quality at Tequila Partida. This episode is a deep dive into the world of tequila, exploring everything from the cultivation of agave plants to the intricate details of the distillation and aging processes. Introduction The episode kicks off with a brief introduction about the podcast and where listeners can find it. I then introduce Jose Valdez, who provides a fascinating overview of his role at Tequila Partida and his journey into the tequila industry. Jose Valdez's Journey Jose shares his background, starting from his studies in industrial engineering to his initial work in the manufacturing electronic industry. Dissatisfied with his career, he sought a more fulfilling path and found his way into the tequila industry. He recounts meeting Gary Shasby, an American investor looking to create a new tequila brand that would compete with the likes of Patron and Don Julio but with a more authentic and natural approach. The Essence of Authentic Tequila Jose explains the concept of "additive-free" tequila, a cornerstone of Tequila Partida's philosophy. He elaborates on the Mexican laws that allow up to 1% of additives in tequila and how Tequila Partida chooses to go beyond these regulations to create a more natural product. The Tequila-Making Process We delve into the detailed process of making tequila, starting with the cultivation of the Blue Tequilana Weber agave plant. Jose explains the importance of the plant's maturity, the harvesting process, and the subsequent steps of cooking, milling, fermentation, and distillation. He emphasizes the significance of using fresh agave and the unique volcanic water from Tequila Valley, which contributes to the distinct flavor profile of Tequila Partida. Fermentation and Distillation Jose provides insights into the fermentation process, highlighting the use of natural yeast and the importance of fermentation time in developing the tequila's flavor. He also discusses the distillation process using pot stills, which helps in maintaining the quality and consistency of the final product. Aging and Barrel Selection We explore the aging process of tequila, where Jose explains the use of ex-bourbon barrels and the meticulous selection process for creating their aged products. He shares the challenges and intricacies of barrel aging, including the impact of climate and barrel position on the final flavor. Single Barrel Añejo Project Jose introduces Tequila Partida's Single Barrel Añejo project, a special initiative to celebrate their 20th anniversary. He describes the rigorous selection process for these unique barrels and the opportunity for consumers to experience a one-of-a-kind tequila. Personal Connection to Tequila Towards the end of the episode, Jose shares his personal connection to tequila, recounting memories of his father enjoying tequila on Sundays and how this influenced his respect and passion for the spirit. Conclusion We wrap up the episode with a heartfelt thank you to Jose for sharing his extensive knowledge and passion for tequila. This episode offers a comprehensive look into the world of Tequila Partida and the dedication to quality that sets them apart in the industry. Tune in to this episode to gain a deeper appreciation for tequila and the artistry behind Tequila Partida. Whether you're a tequila aficionado or a curious newcomer, this episode is packed with valuable insights and fascinating stories. 00:00:00 - Introduction and Subscription Request 00:00:32 - Guest Introduction: Jose from Tequila Partida 00:01:16 - Jose's Role and Title: Maestro Tequilero 00:02:17 - Jose's Background and Journey to Tequila Partida 00:05:10 - Authenticity and Additive-Free Tequila 00:07:09 - Overview of Tequila Production Process 00:12:07 - Challenges of Agave Cultivation and Sourcing 00:16:16 - Changes in the Tequila Industry and Consumer Trends 00:19:29 - Focus on Quality and Freshness in Agave Selection 00:21:03 - Cooking and Milling Process 00:25:20 - Importance of Water in Tequila Production 00:28:01 - Fermentation Process and Yeast Management 00:32:01 - Distillation Process and Consistency 00:36:03 - Deciding Between Blanco and Aged Tequila 00:38:14 - Aging Process and Barrel Selection 00:41:04 - Single Barrel Añejo Project 00:45:02 - Batching and Blending for Consistency 00:49:59 - Jose's Personal Connection to Tequila 00:53:41 - Conclusion and Appreciation
Eduardo "Lalo" González has a rich history steeped in Tequila. His family created the brand Don Julio and revolutionized the use of whiskey casks to elevate premium categories of Tequila. Lalo Tequila found its roots in Austin, TX and fully took the industry by storm just as the world started to open up again. With a dedication to clarity and the purity of agave Tequilana, Lalo Tequila embraces the beauty of the soil and materials. And to even further heighten the dedication to flavor and expressiveness, Lalo has just released a new high proof Blanco at 54% abv. The balance, intensity, and softness is impressive. The limited edition bottling is available now. Lalo and I talk about ideating, expectations, using fancy pens, and more.
Send us a textWelcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry. Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast.CHAPTERS:Sending good vibes ahead of Hurricane Milton, and Kimberly isn't feeling great (0:54);Kimberly's debrief of the Feed Real Summit (4;13)The cancellation of the Dr. Judy Morgan event and the RawPetMedics road trip (13:24)Stickers, tequila, and more on the Feed Real Summit (16:21)Trying to explain your Alternative Dog Mom life to someone who's never had dogs (26:16)Dr. Silver's book, pet parent events, and more hurricane talk (31:31)Do you have a Bug Out Bag for your dogs? (37:25)LINKS DISCUSSED:Alphavet - Pets Gone Raw (https://alphavet.mx/)Don Julio 1942 tequila (https://www.totalwine.com/spirits/tequila/anejo/don-julio-1942-tequila/p/38388750)Feed Real 2025 tickets are on sale (https://www.feedreal.com/frs25)Sunlight for health (https://www.hubermanlab.com/newsletter/using-light-for-health)Supplement line by Raw Pet Medics (https://dogsfirst.ie/shop/)Dr. Rob Silver's book: There's a Mushroom for That (https://amzn.to/3zWGgZb)OUR BLOG/PODCASTS...Kimberly: Keep the Tail Wagging, KeepTheTailWagging.comErin Scott: Believe in Dog podcast, BelieveInDogPodcast.comFACEBOOK...Keep the Tail Wagging, Facebook.com/KeepTheTailWaggingBelieve in Dog Podcast, Facebook.com/BelieveInDogPodcastINSTAGRAM...Keep the Tail Wagging, Instagram.com/RawFeederLifeBelieve in Dog Podcast, Instagram.com/Erin_The_Dog_MomThanks for listening to our podcast. You can learn more about Erin Scott's first podcast at BelieveInDogPodcast.com. And you can learn more about raw feeding, raising dogs naturally, and Kimberly's dogs at KeepTheTailWagging.com. And don't forget to subscribe to The Alternative Dog Moms.
Did you miss us? After a 3 week hiatus, you know we got a lot to say !During the catch up, Lex gives us a recent career update and Tay is gushing about her #falcons and their current season. We get a bit nostalgic during a quick competition with a shot of Don Julio on the line.Topics include dating someone's representative, the difference between being exclusive and being in a relationship, next morning etiquette & more ! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womens-in2ition/support
What happens when a night at Madison Square Garden turns into an unforgettable mix of boxing thrills and hilarious chaos? Our latest episode of the Sparin' Boxing Podcast takes you on that wild ride as we relive the electrifying energy of the Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan fight. From our betting hopes being dashed by a lack of knockouts to teasing a potential special guest, this episode packs plenty of surprises. We also share our personal experience from the event, highlighting the camaraderie and excitement among fans, all while running on adrenaline and a bit of Don Julio.Ever called a boxing champion by the wrong name while tipsy? It's one of those nights you just can't make up. We share the comedic tale of our unexpected encounter with Claressa Shields—oops, we mean Sharice—and the laughs that ensued. Plus, a surprise call from a friend in jail adds an unexpected twist to an already entertaining evening. These shenanigans capture the essence of those crazy, unforgettable nights with friends, where the best memories are often the most unpredictable.Our episode wraps up with a lively discussion about boxing culture and the pressures faced by athletes. We dive into our thoughts on Mikaela Mayer's recent controversies, and how Sandy Ryan has won us over despite any previous doubts. Not forgetting the impressive Xander Zayas, we explore his potential as boxing's next big star. It's an engaging mix of personal stories, heartfelt reflections, and a genuine appreciation for the sport that keeps us all coming back for more. Join us for this thrilling episode that celebrates the highs and lows of being a boxing fan.SHOW CUT SHORT FROM POP UP CALL FROM TEOFIMO LOPEZTHE SPAR-INN ON YOUTUBE
Pour up a drink and pull up a chair! Peace and blessings to all our peoples. On this edition of the pod, we had to talk about how Lil Yachty went off on his people, how you can't sue Disney if you watching Disney Plus, and the liquor trends and how everyone is crazy for Don Julio now, and what everyone personally likes. Hope everyone enjoys this one, let us know your favorite drink! Side note: What is Demure???
This week we welcome Tomas Castrillon, the founder of Arriba Travel, to talk about the joys of gravel cycling in Colombia. We discuss the allure of traveling by bike, the unique cultural experiences that can be found off the beaten path, and the incredible diversity of Colombia's landscapes. Tomas shares his personal journey into the world of cycling and how it led him to create a bicycle travel company. He also provides insights into the specific route of Arriba Travel's Bogota to Medellin gravel trip, highlighting the challenging climbs, beautiful scenery, and rural communities that participants will encounter along the way. Arriba Gravel Colombia Website Support the Podcast Join The Ridership About the Guest(s): Tomas Castrillon is the founder of Arriba Travel, a bicycle travel company based in Colombia. With a passion for cycling and a desire to share the beauty of his country with others, Tomas started Arriba Travel in 2011. He has been organizing and leading road bike tours in Colombia for over a decade, and more recently, he has expanded into gravel bike tours. Tomas is dedicated to providing a premium experience for his clients, combining challenging rides with comfortable accommodations and delicious cuisine. He believes that cycling is a way to explore and connect with the diverse landscapes and communities of Colombia. Key Takeaways: Gravel cycling in Colombia offers a unique opportunity to explore the country's diverse landscapes and connect with local communities. Colombia has a strong cycling culture, with cyclists of all skill levels and backgrounds enjoying the sport. Arriba Travel's Bogota to Medellin gravel trip is a challenging and beautiful adventure, featuring steep climbs, stunning views, and comfortable accommodations. The trip takes riders through rural communities where they can experience the agricultural traditions and warm hospitality of the Colombian people. Safety is a top priority for Arriba Travel, and the support team ensures that all participants have a positive and enjoyable experience. Automated Transcription, please excuse the typos: [00:00:00] - (): Craig Dalton: Tomas, welcome to the show. Thank you so much for having me, Craig. How are you? I'm doing great. And, um, yeah, good evening to you. I'm super excited to have this conversation. We've been chatting a few minutes offline and I was just sharing, and the listener knows this well, I love gravel travel. I just love the idea of a exploration in foreign lands by bike. **** - (): And in particular, the. Kind of versatility, a drop bar gravel bike gives you in your exploration. Of course, [00:00:32] - (): Tomas Castrillon: it's great. What, what is it that attracts you about traveling with your bicycle? I mean, you're, you're, you mentioned it a little bit, but what's like, let's put it this way. What has been like the greatest adventure that you have been, uh, that you have had while, uh, traveling with a gravel bicycle so far? **** - (): I think it's just, [00:00:51] - (): Craig Dalton: you know, it's the idea that culture can unfold slowly. So as a tourist, you might go to a city and you might read a tourist map and go do this, that, and the other things, but there's so many things in between that a bike enables you to see along the way. And obviously as, as gravel cyclists, we're looking to get out into the wilderness and out into destinations unknown. **** - (): And surely if the route is well designed. , you're, you're going well off the beaten path. Correct. So you're, you're interacting with a part of the culture that may not see so many foreign travelers. Mm-Hmm. . So you're gonna get a really authentic experience versus sort of a whitewash tourist experience you might get in a major city. [00:01:34] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Correct? Correct. And, and what has been like the place that you said like, oh, I want to come back to this place? Or is there a place that you said like, oh, I would love to, uh, go and see that place on my, on my gravel bicycle. [00:01:45] - (): Craig Dalton: Well, I'm going to give you two answers. One self serving in this conversation is Columbia, which is where I'm talking to you. **** - (): And we'll get to that and why I have that in my head. Second is, is Girona. I went to Girona last year in Spain, and I think, just think there's miles and miles of gravel to explore there. And Girona itself is a great, City hub for these kinds of adventures. So as someone who, you know, I enjoy being in European cities, so you can have enough of that in the evenings, but still go spend your entire day riding your, riding your head off into the Spanish countryside. [00:02:24] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Of course. Of course. Of course. Yes. Yes. I, I think that, uh, like coming a little bit back to me, I, I fell in love with cycling like from a very early age. Uh, maybe you're aware of these, like you were telling me, they told me before we started this conversation that your father used to be a racer, but there was this wave of Colombian cyclists back in the eighties and they were like, I was, uh, uh, I'm 42. **** - (): Now I was five when these guys were storming the, the, they were doing so well in the, in the pro tour. And for me it was like, Oh my God, I really want to do that. I really want to ride my bicycle. My family on my father's side lives in Medellin, on my mother's side lives in Manizales, so they are far apart in terms of particularly time, because moving around these mountains can take a lot of time. **** - (): And so for me it was like, My mind was absolutely captured by, my imagination was captured by like these mountains and how they were ever since it was like for me, a constant sense of exploration that bicycles bring brings into my life. It's still going on. As I told you, it was like from the, from a very early age that I caught the bug for cycling. **** - (): So, yeah. [00:03:41] - (): Craig Dalton: At this point in 2024, that sort of history of Colombian cycling is certainly in the pro tour as well known. There've been some grand champions and some phenomenal riders from Colombia. Is there a part of Colombia for those of us whose geography might be struggling to understand the country? **** - (): Talk a little bit about the country and maybe are there hubs of cycling in Colombia that, that, that generally speaking we're graduating these phenomenal cyclists? [00:04:08] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Well, yes, like just to give you a broad idea, like, eh, Columbia or better the Andes, the Andes mountains, once they arrive into Columbia, they split into three branches. **** - (): The East branch, that is the one that in Bogota is located. The central branch. And as I got, I mean, as a reference point, Medellin might be the best, uh, reference point for that one. And then there is the West branch of the country. You have like pockets of, uh, cycling development all across the country. **** - (): Okay. So there is people from Bogota that are super strong people. People from Boyacá, so to give the audience a little bit of an idea, Nairo Quintana, these guys are all from Boyacá, well, Nairo Quintana particularly from Boyacá. And then you have people from the other branches of the Cordillera, so you have people like from Medellín, like Reygo. **** - (): So, but in general, like cycling is so, so, so big in Columbia that you get cycling from all across the country. So even places that are relatively flat, and we do have a lot of flats in Columbia, particularly closer to a north side of the, of the country, close to cities like Cartagena. So it's more like Caribbean on all these kind of atmosphere. **** - (): There are cyclists over there as well. So actually cycling in Columbia, it's so big that it's really. Actually, hard to grasp. I'm, I'm local. I ride my bicycle almost every day. I'm still, I'm surprised sometimes by the sheer number of cyclists that you can see on the road. It's might be, uh, in the, in the team we have like this joke that there are so many. **** - (): Uh, uh, I forget the one in English, so many hobos cycling their, their bicycle or across Columbia because you see somebody riding their bicycle full kit on in the middle of nowhere at a time that you were supposed to be doing some work and you will find always somebody riding their bicycle. And that's even more so on places like, I'm coming back to your question, like big cities, Bogota, Medellin, Manizales, coffee hub region. **** - (): All of those places have a really, really strong cycling culture regardless. So I think that, uh, when it, when you think of a country that has like these super strong background in cycling, I would say that Columbia, uh, it's, it's like in my experience, I'm having trouble a little bit in Europe, in other places of the world. **** - (): I would say like Columbia is still like, it's the best place for riding a bicycle, and it's amazing the number of people and people that get. Like how, not only the cyclist person, but actually the whole society. So one thing that we have in our tours and I mean, still surprising is how encouraging and how, uh, how our relations, our relationships with cycling or between cyclists and drivers is so positive. **** - (): Compared to other places in the world, because we, I mean, I'm not saying that it's 100 percent perfect, but the number of cases of road rage that we face, it's very limited compared to, I mean, the number of cases that you would see are very limited compared to the number of cyclists that you will see on the streets, right? **** - (): So, so that's, that's one very, very important thing about Colombia as a whole. [00:07:19] - (): Craig Dalton: Yeah, that's really great to hear. Going back to you personally, you know, you mentioned sort of becoming aware of these great Colombian cycling stars and wanting to do it yourself. Yeah. As a child, what was your pathway into the sport? **** - (): Were there clubs and different local organizations that helped foster your interest? Or was it a, was it a a solo endeavor that you pursued. [00:07:41] - (): Tomas Castrillon: I think that for all cyclists in Colombia, it has, it's changing a little bit, but for many of us, particularly for my generation, it was basically a solo path. I would say, uh, I joke around this one as well, is that, uh, cycling used to be a nerd sport and I love it when he was, I was very nerdy at school. **** - (): And I, and I, and I really love that about cycling. And I mean, I, and I loved like the people that are my friends from bicycles. All of them are freaks. So, so the point of that one is that, uh, uh, there was really not an established path. I did race a little bit, but it was basically on my own without a coach, without anything. **** - (): It was. And it was never really an established pursuit, like what I was really, really attracted to about the, the bicycle was basically the state of mind that it created for me, like the, uh, searching for that, that experience that is completely ungraspable, but, but you really know that that is there. Like the beauty of the terrain, the beauty of the physical effort, the conquering the mountain, stuff that we all cyclists can relate to. **** - (): It was never really a comp, there was really not a competitive edge on my behalf about cycling. It was more like a, uh, sort of a meditation kind of activity and, and a personal search for a way to, to, to exert myself, to really get tired and like, Like put my demons to rest sort of speaking. [00:09:13] - (): Craig Dalton: Got it. And how did you arrive at the idea to create a bicycle travel company? **** - (): Areva travel? [00:09:20] - (): Tomas Castrillon: And well, we, it was basically a little bit by chance, like those are like the random paths that life takes you on. And it was, there was definitely a side of me that always wanted to be related to bicycles. I, I never really wanted to be a part of a. Like the corporate world per se, I really wanted to instead be part of something that I would find beautiful in, in the broad sense of the word. **** - (): Uh, so for me that was cycling. So like 14, 15 years ago, uh, I was helping some friends develop an international, like the first proper international race here in Columbia. And that led into some more connections with, uh, the tourism side of, uh, of, of that kind of events, and that created some opportunities. **** - (): So, I mean, it's completely, like, I would say that, like, all those steps are, uh, Sort of random, but there were like, it was, uh, at the same time, there were also the work that I put into like making those random events come into like the fruition of like, what is now Arriba travel. So, so basically that's where we are now. **** - (): And, and you know, in a way that's, that's still the philosophy that I still bring into a company that it's like a place for, uh, for people to to foster the sense of exploration that we all have in within. So, uh, gravel, as you said, that has just enhanced that part of, of my personal desire to take my, uh, that desire for a new adventure a little bit further. **** - (): Right. So, uh, so that's, that's how I come in. That's how I came into it sort of tourism side of, of it, but really in the end, it's basically Thinking about like, okay, what are the places that I want to go for myself? And if I would take a friend of mine, would I take them that way? Or is that the most beautiful road that I can make it is basically that the question that I'm answering all the time when I'm, when I'm thinking about a trip. [00:11:32] - (): Craig Dalton: I love it. What year did the travel business start for you? [00:11:36] - (): Tomas Castrillon: It started a, as a travel business, we did our first, a big road bike tour in 2011. So to give the audience a little bit of perspective, we were like basically the first. Company that, uh, did something as big as this one. It was a two week trip from Bogotá to Cartagena. **** - (): So by the Pacific, by the Pacific, by the Caribbean coast. And it was two weeks long. And, uh, that was with, uh, a, we, we, with a UK based agency that we work and we are still working with them. So, uh, so, so yeah, so that, that's how it started. It started basically as many of us in the industry, like something on the side. **** - (): Yeah. And all of a sudden it started to it started to grow and to becoming what is it now. [00:12:29] - (): Craig Dalton: Amazing, a two week long trip, that's quite a quite an adventure. [00:12:33] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Yes, it is. Yes, I mean I see it still is, it still is. Like, one of the things that I was telling you about Colombia is that, I mean, people don't really understand, and it's very, very hard for people to understand how big really Colombia is. **** - (): So Colombia, when you put it together, or when you compare it, is the size of Portugal, Spain, France, Belgium, and Netherlands all together. So when you, so when you put all of that together, you realize that you really can have a 1000 kilometer touring on the spot. It's basically, it's basically that big that, that Columbia can get. [00:13:10] - (): Craig Dalton: Yeah. Three big mountain ranges. Exactly. To choose from as well. You've got some tough days in there, I imagine. Yes, exactly. Exactly. [00:13:17] - (): Tomas Castrillon: I mean, and yes, tough, beautiful, everything all at once. It's incredible. [00:13:22] - (): Craig Dalton: You mentioned. That first tour, those first tours were on the road. When did you start thinking about getting off road with clients? [00:13:30] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Well, my, my background as a cyclist is more on the, on the, on the mountain bike scene. So as I was telling you, I was, I was very interested as a kid in, in, in, in the sense of adventure. So come the nineties and the first mountain bikes start to show up in here in Columbia. And on these family trips, I would see, I don't know, a path road that would go into the mountains. **** - (): And I was always curious. Okay, where does that path leads to? So for me, mountain biking was always, uh, this first love that I had for cycling, like And, uh, yes, like, like the first thing that that, uh, that really caught my attention, like, okay, I really want to do this because I really want to explore even further than I have ever been, or in places that are not traditional sort of speaking. **** - (): So in 2000, in two, in 2000, I started, uh, watching on tv, the, uh, adventure, uh, adventure races. And, and it really. This sort of endurance, the sense of adventure that this, uh, events brought. So I started to, to do a little bit of those events. And at the same time, I started to befriend people that were doing a little bit of what we currently call gravel. **** - (): So it was basically, it was off road riding on, uh, on dirt paths. So it was, and I'm bringing this, and it was where it was early 2000 when I started to say, Okay. I want to go and explore with these guys or parts of the country. So, so there was always that in my mind and, and, and for me, it was still like this sense of exploration. **** - (): So we did, so 10, 12 years ago, we started doing road cycling, but I always felt that itching, like to tell people there is also one beautiful side of Columbia that it's absolutely Magnificent. Uh, and it's even more challenging perhaps that, uh, that a road bike trip, uh, and it was, uh, uh, I, I have to admit to everybody, like in the beginning, I was very dubious about, about the gravel thing, because, uh, Because for me, it was a, it was like, is this either mountain biking, uh, and road cycling? **** - (): It was not clear. And to be fair, uh, seeing the terrain in Colombia, it's still very complicated sometimes to say, to define it, okay, this is road cycling or, or this is mountain, sorry, this is gravel, gravel cycling, or this is mountain biking when you have a 15 kilometer climb at 10%. I mean, probably sometimes for some people, a gravel bicycle might be a little bit undergeared. **** - (): As you were mentioning. So, so, so, but, but I started to doing it and I started to think of it like, okay, this is a great way for me to, I mean, there was sort of the market opportunity. It was a growing as, um, as a, as a trend. In cycling. So, and, and basically it made sense that it made sense at some point. **** - (): Okay. Okay. We, we, we have, uh, just after the pandemics, I was like, we really have to do something that is gravel related. I was getting my first gravel, my proper gravel bicycle. And I was like, okay, we, I think that there is some merit to having a new category in the whole industry. Okay. And I, and I was completely sold on the idea, uh, on the idea of gravel bicycle for, for myself. **** - (): Therefore, as I was telling you, once I'm sold on myself, I can tell like, okay, I want to take people to go and do all these great adventures that we safe, great safe adventures that, that I want to, to create. So for me, that, it was, that was the case that was basically the case on how we became from an idea, A little bit of personal, uh, or personal history and combining them into, into creating a, uh, sort of a business opportunity. [00:17:35] - (): Craig Dalton: So now you've got the gravel bike and you're sort of able to free your mind of thinking, okay, I don't only need to be on the road, but I can go on the trail. You shared with me a really fantastic looking gravel trip. Talk to us about how you sort of conceived of the route and give some details. Where are we starting? **** - (): What are we experiencing? [00:17:59] - (): Tomas Castrillon: So how it started or how, like, basically for all trips, like, like how I, I, I start to think of a great way to connect to spots, like, uh, so two big spots on the, on, on, on the map, right? So you, like, some people know about Columbia. And some people know about Bogota and for example, me is getting all this attention at this moment. **** - (): So you start thinking, Hmm, okay, I want to create an itinerary that connects these two dots on, on the map. And, um, and, and you realize that, and, and I know that, okay, we have, we have had an itinerary that connects Bogota to imagine on a, on, on the road for. I mean, it's our flagship prep is still our best selling trip, but there is still these, uh, people that want to take it to take the adventure a little bit further. **** - (): So I basically start to think, uh, on, uh, trying to imagine how a route like this one will be perfect. And I just start putting the pieces together and creating an itinerary that is going to be both challenging and beautiful and has everything that I want about a, our, a cycling trip, like great accumulation all around, all along the road, because that's actually One of the hardest thing to, uh, to sort out in Columbia. **** - (): We are still particularly in rural, in rural areas. We, we are still, uh, lacking like the tourism infrastructure in many places. So when you're thinking about putting together a trip, like you have to, uh, deal with all these constraints and find like the best, the best route that really makes people happy to come over and makes people safe to come over. **** - (): And, and it's a route that is interesting and it's a route that has, uh, many, uh, points that, uh, many places that, that, that can be a landmark for, for people to see. So when thinking about that district in particular, I would start looking into a route. And so I know that I want to get away from, like, usually what I want to see is for people to test their, test their stamina quite a few times over these mountains. **** - (): So going up and down, going up and down and finding, like, a, Being captivated by this country as much as I am, right? So that that's basically how, how it begins and how it, it really develops into finding the best, uh, path for that one. [00:20:31] - (): Craig Dalton: I'm always curious when you're, you know, when you're bringing a, um, A group of mixed people who don't know one another to to a trip. **** - (): It's often difficult to assess people's abilities and kind of create the right amount of climbing and descending and technical abilities. I know. I recall on one trip. I went on prior to signing up. They sort of gave us a little road map. Like, you know, You ought to be able to do this if you're going to enjoy this trip. **** - (): And I thought that was interesting. You know, gravel is so complicated because, you know, you can have the best road cyclists who can go uphill super fast, but the moment they get off road, they may be challenged. And, or ironically, maybe. When they start going down the hill, that's when they're terrified. **** - (): They go uphill really fast, but going downhill is really complicated. So I'm curious if there's any sort of guide guidelines you put out there in advance for riders to make sure they're going to have the skills to have an enjoyable time. [00:21:26] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Well, we try to create a, uh, uh, a brochure that has like all the details, like to give you a real perspective on that one. **** - (): It's never going to be easy because as you know, like the terrain can change for some people can thrive on wet conditions and somebody can be scared to death on a, on a dirt path that is, that is washed out. Right? So it's very, very complicated. And that's when I think that the support team really comes into play. **** - (): A to make you feel like you can do it like I, I, we can come into this one later, but, but, but, but the, but the, the, the name of the company is about that inspiring people. And I know that. We are all capable of things that we really sometimes don't think that we are capable of doing it. So there is always like this sort of encouragement side from the team, like to make sure that it like for people to feel comfortable about like stepping outside of their comfort zone. **** - (): Right? So I really want people sometimes to I mean, they might, they might achieve it or they might not, but at least to give it a try. And for us as a team is basically to, uh, give people the tools for doing that. Basically, that's, that's, that's where, uh, that's, uh, that's basically what, what we're trying to do. **** - (): So in those cases, it's, uh, particularly on a gravel trip is basically offering enough support for everybody. I, either for the fast riders, like fast in terms of gravel or fast in terms of road cycling that they can go up very fast or, uh, or like, or for those who might be struggling a little bit more, like trying to find these balances, absolutely the art of, uh, of putting a trip together, like trying to find some nice details that can help people, uh, enjoy their experience. **** - (): And in the end, like, this is something that I tell everybody, like, I know, eh, that people like, particularly if you're writing at the back, you might get a little bit, eh, worked up because you feel I'm dragging the, the, the, the, the rest of the group or I'm being the slowest writer. And I tell people, don't worry about it. **** - (): Like, well, or, and, or the fastest riders are going to, uh, get upset with me. And I'm like, don't worry. A, it's our work to make sure that everybody gets the ride that they deserve. Right. Regardless of like their skill level and B. You know, like, and this happens all the time. It's like, or I, I, or it has been, my case is that in the end we are all cyclists and we all recognize, eh, the, the, the different, eh, stages that we are in our development as cyclists. **** - (): Right. And in the end, it's when particularly when you're thinking about a bike trip, it's making sure that we are all sharing this experience all together as a team, right? So I'm creating that kind of atmosphere of, okay, this is teamwork sort of, uh, sort of talking. Without a, and, and, and let me be very clear about it without a making like the super fast guy, like going one kilometer an hour is never not the point. **** - (): It's like for everybody to enjoy at their own pace. Right. So it's for us as a team to create like the conditions for everybody to enjoy and for a team to come together and say, like, regardless of our level, we are all going to have a great time riding our bicycle. Yeah. I think [00:25:09] - (): Craig Dalton: it's definitely, there's definitely an art to it as a travel service provider, making sure that you can find a way for everybody to have fun regardless of their ability level. **** - (): Let's talk specifics on this gravel trip. So where are you starting? You know, what is, I assume you're starting in a, in a sort of larger city or community and then you're going out into the wilderness. Just talk us through. Correct. All right. [00:25:32] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Yeah, sure. Like the trip, as I was telling you, Bogota to, uh, to Medellin, we start just north of Bogota, like the, uh, the sprawl of Bogota as a city is very big. **** - (): And so we are not riding properly in Bogota, but it's an international airport. So if you're flying from the U. S., it's very easy to access and we move just north of the city and we start moving. And we are first, uh, Like trying to, uh, going West, basically. So we're basically going up and down, like the first few, the first two stages, we are going up and down the Cordilleras. **** - (): And so the Cordilleras, it's really like the mountain range itself. So it's going is, you know, you really don't find an end to them until you really are at the bottom. bottom of the Cordilleras. And how you know it is because you have arrived into a big, big, big valley and with either the Magdalena River or the Cauca River. **** - (): Those two rivers are the, from a socio economical point of view, are the biggest rivers, the most important rivers in Colombia. So for our American audience, think of them as the Mississippi River is that big or that important for us, particularly the Magdalena. And the Cauca actually, but both of them are like that big. **** - (): So you're always going up and down, up and down until you get to Magdalena river. Then we move, uh, uh, then we move alongside the Magdalena river for one full stage. So it's, uh, it's, it's one stage of very hot rollers. Uh, so I mean, I would say that that is never really. an easy day. We try to make it a sort of a recovery day because if you would see at the profiles, we have one big day. **** - (): The first day it's about 18, 1800 meters. So it's about 6, 000 feet altitude. So a lot of climbing still involved on over Over 50 miles or so, like 45 miles, and the terrain can change constantly, it's a half of it, it's a paved, the other half, it's a, a proper gravel, and you're always mixing these two terrains, and that's stage number one, stage number two. **** - (): It's a, it's a little bit more, uh, it has, uh, it had more climbing. It's closer to a 9, 000 feet of climbing in over overall over the day. And sometimes it can get very muddy. These, these areas, it's, they are a. Like, why Colombia is also known, it's for its biodiversity, and to be this biodiverse as Colombia is, you have, it has to be extremely wet at times, so it can get very wet or very cold, or very hot. **** - (): So it's sunny, but at the same time, a lot of water is flowing into, into these mountains, so sometimes the roads can get muddy even if, even without rain. So, so it's basically like that. And we get into the Magdalena river, as I was telling you about. And then we have the other side of the Cordillera, which is generally upwards. **** - (): Like the, the stages itself are also in those 2, 000 meters, 3, 000 meters, both of them into either one very, very big landmark that is the Piedra del Peñol. And the other one, the other stage is basically getting into Medellin. So it's basically finding, finding our way to this maze of the roads, because in Colombia, we, I mean, we do have paved roads and I'm not saying otherwise, but, but the majority of our, of our roads are, are gravel. **** - (): And how, and it's how these small communities connect between each other and with major urban centers, right? So, uh, and this is, I think that that's what really struck me the most when I, when, when I first did the route as a whole is that when you're doing the Bogotá to Medellín route, uh, on, on, on, on the road, you feel like you're going basically, uh, On on a very, very straight road, sort of speaking, I mean, if these mountains would allow such thing like you're trying to basically basically maximize your speed, while these small roads are like a caress to to to a terrain. **** - (): So you are you're never going like straight from. Uh, the village A to village B, but instead you are going from the farm of Don Jose to a farm of Don Julio, then back down again to a farm. So you're always up and down, up and down, like going over, like finding your way across the mountains. And I think that that's still is what strikes me the most is how, uh, variable the terrain can get, how beautiful the views can get and, and how constantly you are challenged with, uh, all these, uh, All these aspects of the road. [00:30:25] - (): Craig Dalton: How many days is the trip in total? [00:30:27] - (): Tomas Castrillon: In total? I mean, uh, uh, it's five stages and seven days long, the trip. [00:30:32] - (): Craig Dalton: Okay, great. And talk a little bit about those local communities that you'll be going through. Like as we were talking about earlier, maybe it was offline. You know, you sort of go into a culture and maybe you see a city, but in this experience, you know, we're getting out there into the wilderness. **** - (): So talk about the communities and maybe the accommodations along the way and the foods that you might experience. [00:30:54] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Well, yes, Doug. So these are very rural communities. Uh, so, and, and some of them, like all of all, all of these communities are agricultural communities. So each one of them has a special, uh, special crop on the side along, uh, and they are known for, uh, one particularly crop. **** - (): I mean, uh, since we're, uh, healing several of these small towns. It's, uh, all of them have, uh, have a special thing to them, right? So we get to see some coffee growers, we get to see some vegetables, some, uh, like, uh, uh, peas and all this other stuff, like, it's, uh, it's the number of, uh, Uh, communities is as wide as a, as the terrain. **** - (): I mean, it's changing constantly. And uh, other places there is sugar cane. Other places are, for example, the bank of a river that was, uh, transforming into, uh, uh, into a dam. And so it's to a dam. So, so it's, uh, so it's, uh. still pre sabbatic, uh, so it's constantly changing. Like, uh, uh, there is everything that you can think about it. **** - (): So for example, the, the communities at the top of the mountains, they are known for wearing like these big, uh, ponchos. We, and, and some very old people actually still use a, a hat, but very, very tiny. And, uh, as a, as a mean of being, uh, uh, very well put together. And while the people in the, uh, in the, in the valleys, in the hot valleys, they are basically just on jeans and a shirt and with a big, big hat, trying to find a way to cover themselves from the, from the heat. **** - (): So it's, it's egg changing constantly. The colors at the, at the top of the mountain might be a little bit darker, uh, earthly like, so, uh, uh, greens, uh, uh, browns and all that. While at the bottom it can be completely dark. colorful, right? So it's constantly, constantly changing. And, and, uh, I think that that's what I think that it's more interesting about Columbia. **** - (): It's so diverse in, and, and as I was telling you, there is so many things to see in Columbia that, and it's so big that, uh, that is never really one thing to, to, to go over the specific of that. Having said that, so we are still, uh, a cycling tour company and we, and we pride ourselves on offering a premium bike tours, right? **** - (): So the accommodations that we have found for this trip are all, uh, these boutique places that have, uh, uh, farms that have been, like many of them are farms that have been turned into, into, into hotels. And also it's a, like a. Some of them have absolutely fantastic views and, and we're staying in, in this, a very small places that usually when a tour comes in, we are basically booking the whole place for ourselves. **** - (): And so it's, it's like that the whole time. So it's a, it's a great balance, I would say, because it's having the opportunity of. A great ride in the, in, during the day of, uh, of what's Columbia like. But at the end of the day, we also want to have a very comfortable bed and a great place to have food and, uh, to share our experiences. **** - (): And that's why we're fostering like this kind of, uh, wholesome experience where, where we bring all this together. [00:34:26] - (): Craig Dalton: What type of cuisine do you like to serve the guests? [00:34:31] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Well, we serve everything like we go. I mean, it's a, our cuisine. Uh, like the cuisine that you get in many of these villages is very, uh, uh, peasants like. **** - (): So the stuff that these guys usually have and what is mostly accessible is, uh, rice, beans, plantains, that's usually like this, uh, stuff, uh, like the, the, the peasants food that you'll find in, in towns. Uh, once we are, uh, on, uh, in, uh, in hotels and all that, we try to aim for, and of course like, uh, we are, we also have a very strong culture of, uh, steak, uh, regardless. **** - (): So, uh, so we are, uh, I mean it's pea food, so it's agriculture in the sense that it's, uh. That it's very traditional in that regard. And when we get to the hotels, we have a little bit more of an international flavor to it. So again, the whole thing is to share an experience, like have some wine, enjoy ourselves, like have like some balance. **** - (): Like, of course, like the traditional Colombian life, but also what we are making. What, what we would be used to, as you were saying in Girona or any other place, like, okay, I want to have a proper meal and clean up, clean myself up and be, and having a great time. Right. Yeah, [00:35:53] - (): Craig Dalton: of course. If you had to think about this trip, are there any favorite personal locations or moments that you would highlight? [00:36:01] - (): Tomas Castrillon: All of them. [00:36:03] - (): Craig Dalton: No, [00:36:03] - (): Tomas Castrillon: I, I, no, I, I, I think that, and it might be a joke, but, but I, but, and it happens to me on, on all these trips because usually, uh, when I'm briefing people is like, Ooh, I love this day. I mean, it's very hard for me to say like, Oh no, there is a stage that I really don't like. Because. There is always this constantly changing landscape. **** - (): There is always a new challenge, challenges that are ahead. So it's very, very hard for me like to say, Oh, I particularly like one stage or the other, I prefer, I love, I love them all. And all of them have taught me one thing or the other at some point. So it's, it's very hard for me to say, Oh, there is, this is my favorite stage. **** - (): I, I would say that the second, having said that, I would say that, uh, the second stage is absolutely beautiful, like, uh, but the third stage as well, like, I mean, it's so complicated. It's so, so complicated. It's very, very hard to say, uh, to, to ping on one, on one, just on one, just one stage. I'd expect [00:37:09] - (): Craig Dalton: nothing less. **** - (): Right. We wanted, we're, we're coming to your country. We want you to show us the best we can experience. So it's not surprising that you love it all. Final question is just around the, yeah, go ahead. Yeah. [00:37:23] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Yeah. Yeah. Well, because you say like, Oh, I want to go to Columbia. Yes. I'm very, very curious about what you want to talk to you about. [00:37:30] - (): Craig Dalton: So I guess my history with Columbia and sort of interest in going in there, it goes back a long way. So in college. I had a classmate who was from Bogota, Columbia, and he was a big soccer player. And it just sort of talked about how much fun he had growing up there and how much he loved his culture. Then fast forward probably a decade or more, my wife worked for an international technology company and she had a project in Columbia. **** - (): And, uh, I was actually booked on a ticket to meet her in Cartagena. At one point and then something happened and we were unable, I was unable to join her on that trip. And so I literally had a ticket in my hand to go to Columbia and didn't make it. And then over the course of this podcast, I've had the pleasure of interviewing the team from Scarab Cycles. **** - (): So I got to talk to them and met them. They were at the Envy Builder Roundup in Utah and it reminded me, and they were just talking about how. The climbing in Columbia is amazing. And then when you get off road, it's just a spectacular country. And then I also interviewed someone who did, uh, wrote up a bikepacking route for bikepacking. **** - (): com around Columbia. So I remember I just took away little bits from all these experiences saying like, this is definitely a place I would love to go to. [00:38:58] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Yes. It's amazing. It's amazing. As I said, as I was telling you, and, and, and I tried to be as, as As on bias as I can about it, because I think that we were of of microphone. **** - (): We were talking about a, a Bovan classic in Paso Roles, which is a great event. And I love it, but, but, but, but I think that, that the thing about Columbia, it's that it's absolutely impossible to. To, to tell you and to grasp how big it is. Like it's absolutely impossible. Just once you're here, you're like, Oh, wow, this is just so massive. **** - (): Like there is really no words about it. It's, it's, it's impossible to put it into one single word or one single, eh, Storytelling about, about Columbia is really something that you would have to experience. And, and, and for example, as your former classmate was telling you, like, for example, the warmth of the people, a positive vibe, people, like it's really not, it's really not about the writing itself. **** - (): It's about the destination is about the experience that I think that, I mean, I'm still completely in love with. And, and, and, and, and again, I, I'm riding my bicycle. all across the country, like 12 months during the year. And that's another thing that it's important. It's like, like we really do have great, like the temperature is not going to change that much. **** - (): So it's really like a matter of being prepared, like having a jacket on, like the annoyances of the, of, of the, of, of the rain, but it's never really that cold. It's, it's always entertaining. It's always a beautiful. And as I was telling you, how, uh, how, How the landscapes, the people like Mecca, uh, are really an experience that is so, so hard to, to think about in other places. **** - (): I, I would say that that's, that's a, that's a beauty of it. And I really do hope that at some point you can make it over. Yeah, I was just, [00:40:54] - (): Craig Dalton: I [00:40:55] - (): Tomas Castrillon: was just [00:40:56] - (): Craig Dalton: going to say, I hope, [00:40:57] - (): Tomas Castrillon: I [00:40:57] - (): Craig Dalton: hope many of us who are listening today Can ultimately find ourselves in Columbia on one of your tours at some point, because it sounds magical. **** - (): Great. [00:41:08] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Yes. Great. Thank you so much for having me over. Great. Do you have any more questions? No, I appreciate you sharing your [00:41:13] - (): Craig Dalton: story and I'll make sure everybody knows how to find you and digs into the details of this wonderful trip you've designed. Good. [00:41:20] - (): Tomas Castrillon: Thank you so much. Yes. It's my pleasure. I'm really looking forward. **** - (): To, to, to, to like start getting more people on our gravel bicycle tours, because it's, it's really another side of Columbia. It's really another side of Columbia. And, uh, and of course, Columbia has had like these black kids, these are these bad history over the years. And, and coming back to my experience and, and I, I was riding my bicycle during the most troubled times in Colombia. **** - (): I was riding my bicycle on dirt paths in Colombia during the most, uh, uh, troubled times in Colombia. And I still think that. Regardless of that, cycling got like this aura of, uh, invincibility around it. Like it was like, uh, common ground for everybody. And, um, this is a, like to close it up, like, I think that it's worth telling you, I, with my friends that we do, we used to do adventure racing. **** - (): I do remember one time that we were in an area that we weren't supposed to be in, and it was the middle of the night, like really. 10, 11 p. m. or something. No, it was closer to midnight. It was or 1 p. m. or 1 a. m. Whatever. I really still don't, uh, and, and it was an absolutely beautiful, uh, full moon. And we got to this place and these guys, uh, were, were like, What are you doing here? **** - (): Like, but, but, and you know that these were the bad guys are quoting them. But, but they were like, so touched by the fact that somebody was willing to get to know their, their, their side of the story that were like, they just were super friendly to us. So. So, so this, uh, so for, for me, that, that, what that story conveys is that in the end, uh, Columbia, it's such a magical place. **** - (): Like it's, it really, when, when you start hearing about the stories about Columbia, we would say like, no, it's not possible. Yes. It's possible. Like here in Columbia, everything is possible. Um, it's, uh, it's really mind blowing and I'm sorry. I'm lacking like a more, uh, uh, a colorful language to express it, but, but it really, it's, uh, it's really, it's a play that, Oh, sorry. **** - (): It really, it's a play that, uh, that really goes beyond your imagination and the places that we go are absolutely stunning. And fortunately it's super safe. It's like things have improved so much for the best that, that is really a play that you should really aim to come over if you love it. Thanks Tomas. **** - (): Thank you. Great for having me. It was great talking to you.
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