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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Episode 50 is a milestone, and Gadiel uses it to go deep on two topics that connect more than you'd think. The episode opens with a live reaction to Arcángel's controversial speech at Madrid's Movistar Arena, where the reggaeton artist thanked Spain for colonizing Latin America, said "we used to be Indians — these people came and gave us value," and told the crowd Spain owes no apology. Gadiel — a Dominican himself — breaks down why this is historically wrong, culturally painful, and a failure of education. He plays Jasmine Ruiz's viral response, which walks through the advanced Taíno society that existed before colonization, including leaders, farmers, builders, and trade routes between DR, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. He references Columbus's own journal describing the Taíno as "beautiful, generous, and giving" — before writing "they would make great servants." Gadiel also flags the mining protests currently happening in DR, where foreign companies are digging up gold on Dominican land — connecting the colonial past to the present. He then acknowledges Arcángel's apology but frames the whole incident as a failure of education, not malice: "I got no hate. Just read a book. Everybody send him a book." The episode shifts to something personal. Gadiel's 21-year-old sister just graduated with a political science degree, and at the celebration dinner, a young family member loudly bragged about sleeping with a woman who was sitting nearby with her baby — in front of Gadiel's sisters and father. Gadiel uses this moment to introduce "LQB" — Low Quality Behavior — a term for the kind of conduct that young men are being rewarded for online but that destroys real relationships and community. He talks about growing up wanting to be a superhero, the death of the gentleman, and how men who seek validation through women and money have no real purpose. The final segment is a passionate redefinition of masculinity. Gadiel argues that true masculinity is about bringing joy, protecting people, being empathetic, and being secure enough in yourself that nothing threatens you — not women's success, not gay or trans people, not criticism. He references chimpanzee research showing the alpha male is the one who carries babies, stops fights, and brings the group together. He closes with a message: when a man is truly in his masculine and trusts himself, the people around him — including women — feel safe enough to be themselves. "Make it cool to be a superhero again." Timestamps: 00:00 — Episode 50! Live reaction to Arcángel defending colonization in Madrid 02:44 — "We used to be Indians" — Jasmine Ruiz's takedown & the real Taíno history 07:25 — Arcángel's apology, Columbus's journal & mining protests in DR right now 11:51 — My sister graduated & LQB: Low Quality Behavior exposed at dinner 16:52 — What real masculinity looks like — the alpha male is the empathetic one 🎤 UPCOMING SHOWS: Arizona — June 21st (Father's Day!) 🎥 Full video on YouTube: [LINK] Clips on TikTok & IG: @GadielDelOrbe New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review! Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In Episode 49, Gadiel dives into the biggest Dominican internet drama of the week: IShowSpeed vs. Alofoke (Santiago Matías). Speed visited the Dominican Republic as part of his Caribbean streaming tour, walking through the Colonial Zone — the oldest city in the Western Hemisphere — and the stream reportedly hit 1.6 million concurrent viewers, which would have beaten his record set in Indonesia. But something felt off. Gadiel breaks down the math: at the same time Speed's stream showed 1.6 million viewers, Alofoke's Casa de Alofoke reality show was also pulling 1.2 million viewers. Those numbers together didn't add up. The next day, Speed announced that YouTube reps told him the stream actually peaked around 300,000 real viewers and that someone had botted the rest. He didn't name names. That's when Alofoke lost it. He reportedly paid 100,000 Dominican pesos to have Speed's mural painted over and went public defending himself. Gadiel's take: "No innocent person acts like that." He compares it to someone getting accused of cheating and overreacting to the point where the overreaction itself is the tell. He acknowledges that Alofoke does pull real numbers — he's seen Dominicans everywhere watching his shows — but the reaction to the bot allegation looked guilty. The episode expands into a broader conversation about how the internet rewards bad behavior. From Alofoke calling Black Spanish women "chimpanzees" to Fresh and Fit's toxic content model, Gadiel talks about how creators get rewarded for going to extremes, and how that's shaping the next generation. He also shouts out what Speed's stream got right — showcasing DR's beauty, culture, fruits, and people — and laments that the bot drama overshadowed all of it. Gadiel closes by admitting he fell down the rabbit hole and had to force himself off the internet, reminding the audience (and himself) that none of this drama matters as much as the real things in life. Timestamps: 00:00 — Speed went to DR and "broke the record" at 1.6M — but did he? 02:40 — The math ain't mathing: Speed + Alofoke both at 1M+ viewers at the same time? 05:13 — Speed says YouTube confirmed it was botted — Alofoke SNAPS 07:09 — Alofoke paid 100K pesos to erase Speed's mural — "you're looking guilty bro" 13:39 — The internet rewards bad behavior and it's destroying the next generation 🎤 UPCOMING SHOWS: Arizona — June 21st (Father's Day!)</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Episode 48 covers a wild range. Gadiel opens with his experience at Latino Hive in Napa Valley — a networking retreat for Latino executives, entrepreneurs, and creators. He talks about the power of being around like-minded people, visiting Latino-owned vineyards, and the eye-opening realization that Latinos have $3.4 trillion in buying power but still don't own their own major networks or media companies. He met VCs, business owners, scientists, and women who are dominating in their fields. From there, he recaps hosting Monster's Ball, a comedy festival at Comedy in Harlem — the only Black-owned comedy club in New York City. He describes it as the best comedy experience of his life, comparing the performers to NBA players and explaining why Black comedy audiences push you to be authentic in a way no other crowd does. He shouts out Isaiah Kelly, PJ, Jamie Roberts, Nikki Sunshine, and the entire Comedy in Harlem crew. The episode shifts to Spirit Airlines shutting down — 17,000 jobs lost overnight. While Gadiel empathizes with the workers, he doesn't hold back on the airline itself, sharing his own story of getting charged $150 in hidden fees for bags on what was supposed to be a cheap flight. He breaks down the bigger picture: jet fuel costs spiked 104% in two months because of the Iran war, JetBlue is sitting on $9 billion in debt, and even if the war ended tomorrow, experts say it would take months for prices to recover. He connects it to grocery prices doubling (his basic shopping won't go under $100 anymore) and the ripple effect on everyday Americans. He closes with the looksmaxxing trend — over 300,000 daily searches from young men ages 18-24 who are watching influencers like Clover Killer and literally smashing their own facial bones with hammers to reshape their jawlines. Gadiel ties it to a bigger concern about the next generation of men being uneducated and image-obsessed, while women — like the Latina physicist he met at Latino Hive and his own 21-year-old sister — are outpacing them in education and career. His solution? Start a new country called Platino Republic, and bring bachata back to save the world. Timestamps: 00:00 — Latino Hive in Napa Valley: $3.4 trillion buying power & why we don't own our networks 03:36 — Monster's Ball at Comedy in Harlem: "I felt like I was playing amongst NBA players" 07:34 — Spirit Airlines is dead and I don't feel bad (they charged me $150 to breathe) 10:38 — JetBlue is next: jet fuel up 104%, airlines collapsing & groceries hit $100 15:02 — Looksmaxxing & bone smashing: 300K searches and young men hammering their faces <br>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 6 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Gadiel and returning guest Norberto Briceño cover everything from the state of modern dating to the psychology of power. They explore why their generation is choosing not to have kids, break down the clinical differences between psychopaths and sociopaths, and connect it all to the people currently in positions of power. The conversation shifts to growing up in NYC — Harlem block mentality, the gentrification of Brooklyn and Bushwick, and what it means to watch your neighborhood change around you. They close with an extended, passionate discussion on the war in Iran, healthcare cuts, rising costs, and a direct challenge to Latino voters who supported the current administration. Comedy, culture, and accountability — all in one episode. Timestamps: 00:00 — "I'd Rather Have a Succulent Than a Kid" — Why We're Not Ready 15:30 — Psychopath vs Sociopath — The Difference Will Shock You 25:00 — Ted Bundy Got MARRIED During His Trial?! 35:00 — NYC Gentrification Is Just Recolonization 48:00 — "Psychopaths Run This Country" — Iran, Healthcare & Latinos for Trump Guest: Norberto Briceño TikTok: @norbertobriceno Instagram: @norbertobriceno 🎥 Full video on YouTube: [LINK] Clips on TikTok & IG: @GadielDelOrbe New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review! Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p>
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 <li>Why happiness isn’t external</li>
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 2:00 – ADHD, Overthinking & Feeling Stuck<br>
 5:00 – Why Happiness Doesn’t Come From Outside<br>
 9:00 – The Viral Controversy Explained<br>
 17:00 – Why This Moment Was Disrespectful</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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 17:00 – Why This Moment Was Disrespectful</p>
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 <li>The viral video that changed his life</li>
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 <li>Losing and rebuilding his audience multiple times</li>
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 <li>Why most people fail at content creation</li>
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 <li>The viral video that changed his life</li>
 <li>Getting fired after blowing up online</li>
 <li>Losing and rebuilding his audience multiple times</li>
 <li>How to stay consistent as a creator</li>
 <li>Why most people fail at content creation</li>
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<p>💡 Key Takeaways:</p>
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 <li>“Post until you’re annoying.”</li>
 <li>“You never know what’s going to hit.”</li>
 <li>“Consistency beats everything.”</li>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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 <li>How Latino creators can build without Hollywood</li>
 <li>Why live streaming is becoming the new TV</li>
 <li>The shift from traditional media to digital platforms</li>
 <li>How to monetize content and grow your audience</li>
 <li>The importance of adapting to new trends</li>
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<p>💡 <strong>Key Takeaway:</strong><br>
 The creators who win are the ones who understand both content AND business—and adapt faster than everyone else.</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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 <li>Mr. Nueva Yol’s journey in comedy and content</li>
 <li>How Latino creators can build without Hollywood</li>
 <li>Why live streaming is becoming the new TV</li>
 <li>The shift from traditional media to digital platforms</li>
 <li>How to monetize content and grow your audience</li>
 <li>The importance of adapting to new trends</li>
</ul>
<p>💡 <strong>Key Takeaway:</strong><br>
 The creators who win are the ones who understand both content AND business—and adapt faster than everyone else.</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we're reunited with two of the podcast's original voices — <strong>Black Rose</strong> and <strong>Norberto</strong> — for a wide-ranging conversation that touches culture, sports, dating, and the state of modern masculinity.</p>
<p><strong>What we cover:</strong></p>
<p><strong>⚾ World Baseball Classic Recap</strong> The Dominican Republic brought an energy to baseball the world hadn't seen before — celebrations, camaraderie, and pure joy. The crew breaks down their dominant run, the heartbreaking 2–1 loss to the USA, a controversial umpire call, and why the US team felt like the villains of the whole tournament.</p>
<p><strong>📺 Louis Theroux's </strong><i><strong>Inside the Manosphere</strong></i><strong> — Documentary Review</strong> Was it a real exposé or free promo for these creators? The hosts give their honest take on the red pill figures featured, including Myron and other top streamers, and debate whether documentaries like this help or hurt by amplifying the very voices they critique.</p>
<p><strong>💬 One-Way Monogamy, "Princess So" & Modern Dating</strong> What does it mean when a guy is called a "princess so"? Is one-way monogamy something real women accept? Black Rose keeps it 100 about what she actually wants in a partner — emotional intelligence, consistency, and balance.</p>
<p><strong>🐀 The Rat Utopia Experiment</strong> A fascinating social experiment that might explain everything happening in gender dynamics right now — from men going inward to women opting out.</p>
<p><strong>💪 A Message to Young Men</strong> The episode closes with a real one: if you're a young man looking for guidance, skip the Lamborghini flex culture. Build community, respect women, and lead by example.</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><strong>What we cover:</strong></p>
<p><strong>⚾ World Baseball Classic Recap</strong> The Dominican Republic brought an energy to baseball the world hadn't seen before — celebrations, camaraderie, and pure joy. The crew breaks down their dominant run, the heartbreaking 2–1 loss to the USA, a controversial umpire call, and why the US team felt like the villains of the whole tournament.</p>
<p><strong>📺 Louis Theroux's </strong><i><strong>Inside the Manosphere</strong></i><strong> — Documentary Review</strong> Was it a real exposé or free promo for these creators? The hosts give their honest take on the red pill figures featured, including Myron and other top streamers, and debate whether documentaries like this help or hurt by amplifying the very voices they critique.</p>
<p><strong>💬 One-Way Monogamy, "Princess So" & Modern Dating</strong> What does it mean when a guy is called a "princess so"? Is one-way monogamy something real women accept? Black Rose keeps it 100 about what she actually wants in a partner — emotional intelligence, consistency, and balance.</p>
<p><strong>🐀 The Rat Utopia Experiment</strong> A fascinating social experiment that might explain everything happening in gender dynamics right now — from men going inward to women opting out.</p>
<p><strong>💪 A Message to Young Men</strong> The episode closes with a real one: if you're a young man looking for guidance, skip the Lamborghini flex culture. Build community, respect women, and lead by example.</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p>The advice that changed his life forever</p>
<p>Leaving the Navy and starting a new path</p>
<p>How asking for opportunities opened doors</p>
<p>His early days at BuzzFeed and creative hustle</p>
<p>Sleeping in his car while chasing a dream</p>
<p>Lessons from <strong>The Artist’s Way</strong> about creativity</p>
<p>Why imperfect work leads to breakthroughs</p>
<p>The importance of community and family</p>
<p>Why stepping away from social media created clarity</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>How asking for opportunities opened doors</p>
<p>His early days at BuzzFeed and creative hustle</p>
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<p>Lessons from <strong>The Artist’s Way</strong> about creativity</p>
<p>Why imperfect work leads to breakthroughs</p>
<p>The importance of community and family</p>
<p>Why stepping away from social media created clarity</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p>Prime Time Mondays live stream (Mondays at 8PM)</p>
<p>Dominican Independence Day weekend recap (NYC vibes + culture moments)</p>
<p>Veteran perspective on war anxiety and what it does to communities</p>
<p>Feeling conflicted: moral complexity + fear of escalation</p>
<p>Social media doomscrolling + how narratives spread fast</p>
<p>Healthcare/Medicaid concerns and who gets hurt first</p>
<p>Listener call-in: drop your thoughts (agree/disagree) + community shoutouts</p>
<p>Subscribe, review the audio show, and keep building the movement</p>
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 02:04 — <strong>Dominican Independence Day weekend… then we wake up to chaos</strong><br>
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 06:20 — <strong>My theory: how social media hype can push real-world decisions</strong><br>
 08:36 — <strong>Why healthcare/Medicaid cuts break my heart more than the headlines</strong></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>Veteran perspective on war anxiety and what it does to communities</p>
<p>Feeling conflicted: moral complexity + fear of escalation</p>
<p>Social media doomscrolling + how narratives spread fast</p>
<p>Healthcare/Medicaid concerns and who gets hurt first</p>
<p>Listener call-in: drop your thoughts (agree/disagree) + community shoutouts</p>
<p>Subscribe, review the audio show, and keep building the movement</p>
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 02:04 — <strong>Dominican Independence Day weekend… then we wake up to chaos</strong><br>
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 06:20 — <strong>My theory: how social media hype can push real-world decisions</strong><br>
 08:36 — <strong>Why healthcare/Medicaid cuts break my heart more than the headlines</strong></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p>Willie Colón deep dive: musical legacy, cultural influence, progressive themes in classic songs</p>
<p>The uncomfortable conversation: legacy vs later politics</p>
<p>How Twitter/X misinformation spreads fast and shapes real-world consequences</p>
<p>The Latino responsibility conversation: artists, platforms, and speaking up</p>
<p>Romeo Santos & Prince Royce reactions + why “PR statements” don’t land</p>
<p>Bad Bunny halftime show: representation, NYC Latino culture on the biggest stage</p>
<p>Why the performance hit emotionally: pride + nostalgia + unity</p>
<p>Closing thoughts + community call: comment, subscribe, keep the convo going</p>
<p>00:00 — <strong>Norberto’s back + why this moment for Latinos feels heavy</strong><br>
 02:10 — <strong>Willie Colón’s genius… and the controversy nobody wants to address</strong><br>
 05:05 — <strong>How Twitter/X + propaganda rewires people (and it’s scary)</strong><br>
 08:00 — <strong>Romeo Santos & Prince Royce: the silence, the backlash, the PR talk</strong><br>
 10:40 — <strong>Bad Bunny’s halftime show: pride, nostalgia, and why we got emotional</strong></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p>Willie Colón deep dive: musical legacy, cultural influence, progressive themes in classic songs</p>
<p>The uncomfortable conversation: legacy vs later politics</p>
<p>How Twitter/X misinformation spreads fast and shapes real-world consequences</p>
<p>The Latino responsibility conversation: artists, platforms, and speaking up</p>
<p>Romeo Santos & Prince Royce reactions + why “PR statements” don’t land</p>
<p>Bad Bunny halftime show: representation, NYC Latino culture on the biggest stage</p>
<p>Why the performance hit emotionally: pride + nostalgia + unity</p>
<p>Closing thoughts + community call: comment, subscribe, keep the convo going</p>
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 02:10 — <strong>Willie Colón’s genius… and the controversy nobody wants to address</strong><br>
 05:05 — <strong>How Twitter/X + propaganda rewires people (and it’s scary)</strong><br>
 08:00 — <strong>Romeo Santos & Prince Royce: the silence, the backlash, the PR talk</strong><br>
 10:40 — <strong>Bad Bunny’s halftime show: pride, nostalgia, and why we got emotional</strong></p>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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We talk politics, money, immigration, misinformation, and the uncomfortable truth: you can disagree and still stay human—but we can’t ignore what’s happening to our communities.

🎙️ Expect: real friendship, tough questions, culture, and a debate that gets heated but stays honest.
👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Can you be Latino and support Trump—why or why not?

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We talk politics, money, immigration, misinformation, and the uncomfortable truth: you can disagree and still stay human—but we can’t ignore what’s happening to our communities.

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👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Can you be Latino and support Trump—why or why not?

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📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!

💼  Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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They break down his influences (Kanye, Tyler, Gambino), why so much rap feels empty right now, and what it really takes to be unique, self-made, and consistent in 2025. If you’re a young creative or aspiring artist, this conversation is a powerful mix of inspiration and real talk.</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ariel Espinal</strong> – Dominican entrepreneur and restaurateur, part of the team behind <strong>MamaSushi</strong> and <strong>Lena</strong> in New York City.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we talk about:</strong></p><p>How Ariel went from a <strong>13-year-old towel boy</strong> at a country club to working his way through New York’s restaurant scene</p><p>Why he walked away from automotive school after realizing he was already making “mechanic money” as a runner</p><p>The behind-the-scenes story of <strong>MamaSushi Harlem</strong> and how a viral video helped blow it up</p><p>Opening <strong>MamaSushi Bronx</strong> and <strong>Lena</strong> in a historic Italian neighborhood</p><p>What really matters when choosing a <strong>restaurant location</strong> and building a concept</p><p>Surviving the <strong>pandemic</strong> with a brand-new restaurant and negotiating with landlords</p><p>A failed Florida restaurant, what he learned, and why you “can’t be afraid to fail”</p><p>How his biggest fear (being homeless) keeps him hungry and focused</p><p>Why being a <strong>giver</strong> – with customers, staff, and community – is one of his keys to success</p><p><strong>00:00 – From Country Club Towel Boy to Restaurant Boss</strong></p><p><strong>07:55 – The Moment He Chose Restaurants Over College & Mechanics</strong></p><p><strong>15:50 – “I Wanted to Quit”: Almost Walking Away from MamaSushi</strong></p><p><strong>21:20 – Building MamaSushi Bronx & Opening During a Pandemic</strong></p><p><strong>33:40 – Why Failing in Florida Made Him Better (and His Biggest Fear)</strong></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this chaotic and heartfelt episode, Gadiel Del Orbe is joined by Dominican stand-up comedian <strong>Glorelys Mora</strong> and Mexican creator <strong>Norberto Briceño</strong> for one of the wildest cultural conversations yet.</p><p>They dive into:</p><h3><strong>FAMILY & THANKSGIVING DRAMA</strong></h3><p>Why Glorelys <i>blocked her entire family</i></p><p>Corona vs Modelo → A real Latino family war</p><p>Micro-aggressions in Latino households</p><h3><strong>CASA DE ALOFOKE CULTURAL TAKEOVER</strong></h3><p>Why every Dominican household spent Thanksgiving watching it</p><p>How Dominican reality TV connects the diaspora</p><h3><strong>LATINO IDENTITY & CULTURE</strong></h3><p>Being told you’re “not Dominican enough”</p><p>Dominican vs Mexican identity in the U.S.</p><p>Colorism, gatekeeping & reclaiming culture</p><p>Creating independent Latino media vs Hollywood stereotypes</p><h3><strong>DATING, LOVE & HEARTBREAK</strong></h3><p>Love bombing, exes, and red flags</p><p>Dating after 30</p><p>What Latinos actually want in relationships</p><p>The fear of repeating generational patterns</p><h3><strong>CAREER & PURPOSE</strong></h3><p>Comedy as a weapon</p><p>Creating independent Latino content</p><p>Goals for 2026: writing, discipline, love, purpose</p><p>This episode is funny, messy, deep, chaotic, cultural, and emotional all at once — just like real Latino life.</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this chaotic and heartfelt episode, Gadiel Del Orbe is joined by Dominican stand-up comedian <strong>Glorelys Mora</strong> and Mexican creator <strong>Norberto Briceño</strong> for one of the wildest cultural conversations yet.</p><p>They dive into:</p><h3><strong>FAMILY & THANKSGIVING DRAMA</strong></h3><p>Why Glorelys <i>blocked her entire family</i></p><p>Corona vs Modelo → A real Latino family war</p><p>Micro-aggressions in Latino households</p><h3><strong>CASA DE ALOFOKE CULTURAL TAKEOVER</strong></h3><p>Why every Dominican household spent Thanksgiving watching it</p><p>How Dominican reality TV connects the diaspora</p><h3><strong>LATINO IDENTITY & CULTURE</strong></h3><p>Being told you’re “not Dominican enough”</p><p>Dominican vs Mexican identity in the U.S.</p><p>Colorism, gatekeeping & reclaiming culture</p><p>Creating independent Latino media vs Hollywood stereotypes</p><h3><strong>DATING, LOVE & HEARTBREAK</strong></h3><p>Love bombing, exes, and red flags</p><p>Dating after 30</p><p>What Latinos actually want in relationships</p><p>The fear of repeating generational patterns</p><h3><strong>CAREER & PURPOSE</strong></h3><p>Comedy as a weapon</p><p>Creating independent Latino content</p><p>Goals for 2026: writing, discipline, love, purpose</p><p>This episode is funny, messy, deep, chaotic, cultural, and emotional all at once — just like real Latino life.</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Gadiel and Jasmine have a raw, funny, and real conversation about <strong>starting over, identity, and breaking cycles</strong>. Jasmine shares how she quit her corporate job, left a relationship, and flew to the Dominican Republic in the same week, then rebuilt her life as a full-time content creator and actor.</p><p>They talk about the <strong>reality behind “I hit six figures”</strong>, the dry spells of self-employment, and why you need a financial cushion before you quit your 9–5. Jasmine also opens up about being the first in her family to graduate high school and college, enter corporate America, and then walk away from it.</p><p>From there, the conversation goes deep into:</p><p>Growing up in the Bronx projects and still finding joy</p><p>Being labeled the “black sheep” and “snob” for asking questions</p><p><strong>Cycle breaking</strong>: questioning family scripts, beliefs, and traditions</p><p>How education and critical thinking can cause tension at home</p><p>Politics, NYC, Zohran Mamdani, and frustration with leadership</p><p><strong>Classism & colorism</strong> in the Dominican Republic and the U.S.</p><p>Consumerism, brands, Jordans, and why minimalism feels better</p><p>Selling books vs. selling sneakers (and why the books hurt more)</p><p>Fantasy & sci-fi, Octavia Butler, and how reading shapes your mind</p><p>Astrophysics, curiosity, and trying to grow intellectually while creating</p><p>If you're a <strong>first-gen kid</strong>, a <strong>creative thinking of leaving your job</strong>, or someone trying to <strong>break generational cycles</strong> and live more intentionally, this episode will hit home.</p><p><strong>Connect with Jasmine:</strong><br />📸 Instagram: <strong>@thejasmineruiz</strong><br />🎥 TikTok: <strong>@thejasmineruiz</strong> (or The Jazz Ruiz style handle, update as needed)<br />☕ Coffee Brand: <strong>@moments.coffee.nyc</strong></p><p><strong>Connect with Gadiel:</strong><br />You already know. Subscribe, rate 5 stars, and share this episode with another cycle breaker. 💥</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:26:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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Josie also shares how she went from a hardcore Republican in the military to a democratic socialist candidate, breaks down socialism vs. communism vs. capitalism in plain language, and lays out her platform:

Locking in funding for public education

Strong rent control to protect tenants

Holding ICE accountable when it breaks the law

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Josie also shares how she went from a hardcore Republican in the military to a democratic socialist candidate, breaks down socialism vs. communism vs. capitalism in plain language, and lays out her platform:

Locking in funding for public education

Strong rent control to protect tenants

Holding ICE accountable when it breaks the law

If you’ve ever felt politically homeless, confused about “socialism,” or worried about where America is headed, this conversation will give you a lot to think about.</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>En este episodio hablamos de:</p><p>Por qué este es el <strong>primer episodio 100% en español</strong> del podcast</p><p>La escena de teatro y stand up en Puerto Rico y cómo Chente se obsesionó con la comedia</p><p>El origen de su podcast: de “carta de presentación” a máquina de llenar teatros</p><p>La pandemia, dejar el stand up por un tiempo y convertirse en podcaster de lunes a viernes</p><p>El momento en que se dio cuenta que el público iba por el podcast (gracias al intro song)</p><p>Las entrevistas grandes: Bad Bunny, Residente y el poder real del Internet</p><p>Giras por Nueva York, Orlando, Florida y Dallas: discotecas, restaurantes y aprender a matar en cualquier escenario</p><p>Qué haría Chente si perdiera su canal y tuviera que empezar desde cero</p><p>El futuro de la música latina, los instrumentos y la influencia de Bad Bunny</p><p>La escena dominicana: La Casa, Santiago Matías, Michael, MiCae y la presión de mandar $500</p><p>Cancel culture, “pide perdón” y cómo se vive un intento de cancelación desde adentro</p><p>La diferencia entre comedy clubs y teatros, negocios, garantías y porcentajes</p><p>El sueño de una gira full teatros y cómo se ve ese próximo nivel para un comediante latino</p><p> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>In This Episode:</strong></p><p>Leaving BuzzFeed & the transition to independent creator</p><p>Burnout & depression in L.A.</p><p>Selling everything & moving to NYC to reignite the grind</p><p>The difference between L.A. and New York comedy scenes</p><p>Owning your narrative and building something for the culture</p><p>Upcoming Birthday Show @ Broadway Comedy Club (Dec 11)</p><p><strong>Pull Quotes:</strong></p><p>“You can’t wait for someone to write your story — you have to create it.”</p><p>“I used to chase viral. Now I chase alignment.”</p><p>“YouTube made me — now I’m rebuilding on my own terms.”</p><p><strong>CTA:</strong><br />👉 Rate & review on Apple Podcasts / Spotify and drop a comment on YouTube: what do <i>you</i> want to see next?</p><p><strong>Links & Socials:</strong><br />🎟 Tickets → gadieldelorbe.com / @GadielDelOrbe<br />📺 YouTube → The Gadiel Del Orbe Show<br />📸 IG / TikTok → @GadielDelOrbe</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Hosts:</strong> Gadiel Del Orbe, Norberto Briceño, Black Rose<br /><strong>Topics Covered:</strong></p><p>Zoran Mamdani and the future of NYC buses</p><p>Working-class transportation and equity</p><p>Comedy in Harlem & Hispanic Heritage Month</p><p>How comedians adjust their sets by borough</p><p>Influencer politics & social media propaganda</p><p>Fights, respect, and street stories from NYC</p><p>Comedy vs Culture: Why authenticity matters</p><p><strong>Pull Quotes:</strong></p><p>“Comedy in the Bronx is different from Harlem — you gotta earn it.”</p><p>“Free buses aren’t crazy — they’re equity.”</p><p>“Don’t follow leaders blindly. Question everyone.”</p><p><strong>CTA:</strong><br />If you laughed or learned, subscribe on YouTube and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!<br />Share your favorite moment in the comments — you might get a shout-out next episode 🔥</p><p><strong>Socials:</strong></p><p>YouTube: The Gadiel Del Orbe Show</p><p>IG / TikTok @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>Guest handles @BlackRose @NorbertoBriceno</p><p><strong>Gear:</strong> Sony A7S III / FX30 • Shure MV7 • Zoom H6n • Amaran 150c • OBS Multi-RTMP</p><p> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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🏈 Bad Bunny headlining the Super Bowl halftime show and what it means for Latino culture.

😂 Behind the scenes of Dominican vs Puerto Rican comedy shows and why they’re selling out.

🏛 Eric Adams dropping out of the NYC mayoral race — what’s next for the city?

📱 The U.S. buyout of TikTok and how it affects creators.

Expect laughs, raw takes, and honest perspectives from three voices repping NYC and Latino culture.

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review to support the show.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week, Gadiel Del Orbe is joined by Norberto Briceño and Black Rose for an unfiltered conversation mixing music, comedy, and NYC politics.

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🎶 Cardi B’s new track “Bodega Baddie” and how it’s lighting up New York streets.

🏈 Bad Bunny headlining the Super Bowl halftime show and what it means for Latino culture.

😂 Behind the scenes of Dominican vs Puerto Rican comedy shows and why they’re selling out.

🏛 Eric Adams dropping out of the NYC mayoral race — what’s next for the city?

📱 The U.S. buyout of TikTok and how it affects creators.

Expect laughs, raw takes, and honest perspectives from three voices repping NYC and Latino culture.

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review to support the show.</itunes:subtitle>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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What you’ll get:

How La Factoria started + Season 2 updates

Creator ownership vs. studio deals (and why YouTube wins)

Sponsorship/funding ideas for indie series

Candid takes on relationships, clout &amp; comedy hustle

Subscribe for more Latino comedy, podcasts, and BTS of the journey. Drop your favorite moment in the comments!

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What you’ll get:

How La Factoria started + Season 2 updates

Creator ownership vs. studio deals (and why YouTube wins)

Sponsorship/funding ideas for indie series

Candid takes on relationships, clout &amp; comedy hustle

Subscribe for more Latino comedy, podcasts, and BTS of the journey. Drop your favorite moment in the comments!

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Gadiel sits down with comedians <strong>Davinci</strong> and <strong>BlackRose</strong> for a raw, hilarious, and unfiltered conversation about comedy, culture, and the movement behind the <i>Dominican Comedy Revolution</i>.</p><p>They talk about:</p><p>The rise of Dominican and Afro-Latino comedians in NYC</p><p>Comedy “beef,” authenticity, and giving flowers to mentors</p><p>Growing up in Washington Heights and lessons from the block</p><p>Why accountability and respect are key to growth</p><p>Hilarious stories from street fights to first shows</p><p>Building a true Dominican Comedy Revolution for the next generation</p><h3>Timestamp Highlights</h3><p><strong>0:00</strong> – Kicking off with Davinci & BlackRose: Dominican comedy energy<br /><strong>2:00</strong> – Comedy beef? Giving flowers vs. jealousy in the scene<br /><strong>4:55</strong> – From basketball dreams to stand-up: Davinci’s comedy origin<br /><strong>8:40</strong> – Building the Dominican Revolution through culture & comedy<br /><strong>14:30</strong> – Accountability, respect, and lessons from the old heads<br /><strong>23:00</strong> – Street fight stories: bats, chairs, and surviving NYC<br /><strong>33:00</strong> – Culture clash: dancing, family, and what outsiders don’t get<br /><strong>39:00</strong> – Afro-Latino roots, African influence, and embracing blackness<br /><strong>46:00</strong> – Performing for all audiences: going beyond Dominican crowds<br /><strong>55:00</strong> – Supporters, boundaries, and the reality of fame<br /><strong>1:01:00</strong> – Goodnight calls to the homies (masculinity & love)<br /><strong>1:04:45</strong> – Final thoughts: Florida shows, the movement, and what’s next</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Gadiel sits down with comedians <strong>Davinci</strong> and <strong>BlackRose</strong> for a raw, hilarious, and unfiltered conversation about comedy, culture, and the movement behind the <i>Dominican Comedy Revolution</i>.</p><p>They talk about:</p><p>The rise of Dominican and Afro-Latino comedians in NYC</p><p>Comedy “beef,” authenticity, and giving flowers to mentors</p><p>Growing up in Washington Heights and lessons from the block</p><p>Why accountability and respect are key to growth</p><p>Hilarious stories from street fights to first shows</p><p>Building a true Dominican Comedy Revolution for the next generation</p><h3>Timestamp Highlights</h3><p><strong>0:00</strong> – Kicking off with Davinci & BlackRose: Dominican comedy energy<br /><strong>2:00</strong> – Comedy beef? Giving flowers vs. jealousy in the scene<br /><strong>4:55</strong> – From basketball dreams to stand-up: Davinci’s comedy origin<br /><strong>8:40</strong> – Building the Dominican Revolution through culture & comedy<br /><strong>14:30</strong> – Accountability, respect, and lessons from the old heads<br /><strong>23:00</strong> – Street fight stories: bats, chairs, and surviving NYC<br /><strong>33:00</strong> – Culture clash: dancing, family, and what outsiders don’t get<br /><strong>39:00</strong> – Afro-Latino roots, African influence, and embracing blackness<br /><strong>46:00</strong> – Performing for all audiences: going beyond Dominican crowds<br /><strong>55:00</strong> – Supporters, boundaries, and the reality of fame<br /><strong>1:01:00</strong> – Goodnight calls to the homies (masculinity & love)<br /><strong>1:04:45</strong> – Final thoughts: Florida shows, the movement, and what’s next</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[Join us for an emergency podcast as we react to the latest **news** and discuss **politics**. We're breaking down **breaking news** stories and offering **daily news** updates, including developments on **trump**, **global news** events and other **live news**. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe

📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!

💼  Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com
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      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Gadiel Del Orbe, Norberto Briceño)</author>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Gadiel sits down with <strong>Black Rose</strong> and <strong>Zipporah</strong> (Tantra Coach & Somatic Therapist) for a raw and eye-opening conversation on what Tantra really is—and what it isn’t.</p><p>We dive into:</p><p>The truth about Tantra as a lifestyle (beyond just sex)</p><p>How to create deeper intimacy through ritual, breathwork, and intention</p><p>Healing sexual shame and breaking free from porn conditioning</p><p>Why slowing down increases pleasure (for men AND women)</p><p>The role of cannabis and mindfulness in heightening sensuality</p><p>The importance of consent, boundaries, and open communication in relationships</p><p>Real talk on sex clubs, shibari, and conscious celibacy</p><p>Zipporah shares powerful insights from her work as a coach and therapist, while Gadiel and Black Rose bring humor, honesty, and curiosity to the table. Expect laughs, vulnerable moments, and a whole new way of thinking about intimacy.</p><p>If you’ve ever wondered what Tantra really means—or how to upgrade your sex life with more depth, connection, and fun—this episode is for you.</p><p><strong>Follow Zippora</strong>: <a href="https://instagram.com/zippora.thehighpriestess?utm_source=chatgpt.com">@zippora.thehighpriestess</a> | https://sacrederos.com/listing/zipporah-tantra-therapist/</p><p><strong>Follow Black Rose</strong>: @iamblackrosenyc</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Zipporah, Black Rose, Gadiel Del Orbe)</author>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Tantric sex educator Zipporah and comedian Black Rosa join Gadiel for a candid, myth-busting convo about what tantra really is—and how it can strengthen relationships. We break down the core ideas (breath, presence, connection), practical ways tantra can help repair trust, reduce anxiety, and bring partners back into sync, plus the most common misconceptions (it’s just about sex, it’s a religion, it’s only for couples). In this episode we go deep on conscious intimacy: what Tantra actually is (beyond sex), how to “set the container” (breathwork, music, scent, touch), why slowing down skyrockets pleasure, and practical ways couples can reconnect. Zippora shares insights on sexual healing, somatic therapy, consent, boundaries, heart-centered orgasms, and why alcohol can numb connection while small, intentional cannabis doses may enhance it. We also unpack porn’s impact on desire and performance, communicating kinks without shame, first-date timing, and why the chase (and mystery) still matter. Plus: shibari basics, play-party etiquette, and choosing partners with intention.

What you’ll learn

Tantra as a lifestyle: presence, ritual, and the five senses

Concrete pre-intimacy rituals that boost chemistry

Emotional safety, consent, &amp; communicating desires

Porn vs. real intimacy; performance anxiety &amp; rewiring dopamine

Cannabis-assisted Tantra 101 (microdosing, not numbing)

If this convo helped, drop your takeaway in the comments, hit subscribe, and rate the pod ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. New episodes every Wednesday.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Tantric sex educator Zipporah and comedian Black Rosa join Gadiel for a candid, myth-busting convo about what tantra really is—and how it can strengthen relationships. We break down the core ideas (breath, presence, connection), practical ways tantra can help repair trust, reduce anxiety, and bring partners back into sync, plus the most common misconceptions (it’s just about sex, it’s a religion, it’s only for couples). In this episode we go deep on conscious intimacy: what Tantra actually is (beyond sex), how to “set the container” (breathwork, music, scent, touch), why slowing down skyrockets pleasure, and practical ways couples can reconnect. Zippora shares insights on sexual healing, somatic therapy, consent, boundaries, heart-centered orgasms, and why alcohol can numb connection while small, intentional cannabis doses may enhance it. We also unpack porn’s impact on desire and performance, communicating kinks without shame, first-date timing, and why the chase (and mystery) still matter. Plus: shibari basics, play-party etiquette, and choosing partners with intention.

What you’ll learn

Tantra as a lifestyle: presence, ritual, and the five senses

Concrete pre-intimacy rituals that boost chemistry

Emotional safety, consent, &amp; communicating desires

Porn vs. real intimacy; performance anxiety &amp; rewiring dopamine

Cannabis-assisted Tantra 101 (microdosing, not numbing)

If this convo helped, drop your takeaway in the comments, hit subscribe, and rate the pod ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. New episodes every Wednesday.</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Big themes:</strong><br />Anti-Blackness & colorism • Colonial legacies • Media erasure vs. representation • “Latinidad” as marketing vs. lived identity • The (non-existent) unified “Latino vote” • Anti-intellectualism & gender gaps • From outrage to outcomes: what actually helps youth</p><p><strong>Actionable takeaways:</strong></p><p>Invest time/money in youth programs, test prep, and mentorship.</p><p>Attend your <strong>local community board</strong>—track where funds go and advocate for youth/education.</p><p>Start small, consistent conversations in real life (family tables, group chats, barbershops).</p><p><strong>Books mentioned (great starters):</strong><br /><i>The Afro-Latin@ Reader</i> • <i>Latino Inc.</i> (Arlene Dávila) • <i>Making Hispanics</i> (Cristina Mora) • <i>Hopeful Girls, Troubled Boys</i> (Nancy López)</p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Dominican sociology PhD researcher (IG/TikTok: @plata_knows)</p><p><strong>Host asks:</strong> If this added value, drop a 5-star rating, comment your takeaways, and share with a friend who’ll push the convo forward.</p><p>Why it matters: ideas shape budgets, schools, and who gets seen/heard.</p><p>How to help: show up locally, fund youth and literacy, mentor, and keep the conversation going.</p><p>Resources: <i>The Afro-Latin@ Reader</i> • <i>Latino Inc.</i> • <i>Making Hispanics</i> • <i>Hopeful Girls, Troubled Boys</i>.</p><h1> </h1>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
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<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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Episode Summary

In this episode, we go deep on race, identity, and power with a Dominican scholar currently pursuing a PhD in sociology. We unpack how colonization and colorism still shape media, music, and everyday life across the Caribbean and Latin America, why “Latinidad” often erases Black and Indigenous people, and why there’s never been a single “Latino voting bloc.”

We also hit today’s anti-intellectual wave—why it lands differently with men—and get tactical about change: funding after-school programs, showing up at community board meetings, and having better conversations in real spaces (yes, barbershops). If you care about Afro-Latinidad, Dominican identity, and building opportunity for the next generation, this one’s for you.</itunes:summary>
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Episode Summary

In this episode, we go deep on race, identity, and power with a Dominican scholar currently pursuing a PhD in sociology. We unpack how colonization and colorism still shape media, music, and everyday life across the Caribbean and Latin America, why “Latinidad” often erases Black and Indigenous people, and why there’s never been a single “Latino voting bloc.”

We also hit today’s anti-intellectual wave—why it lands differently with men—and get tactical about change: funding after-school programs, showing up at community board meetings, and having better conversations in real spaces (yes, barbershops). If you care about Afro-Latinidad, Dominican identity, and building opportunity for the next generation, this one’s for you.</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>What you’ll hear:</strong></p><p>Context on Pepe & Ángela Aguilar’s comments and why words matter</p><p>ICE on the ground in LA/DC, policing stories, and policy implications</p><p>Empathy vs. machismo, anti-intellectualism, and how schools sanitize history</p><p>Columbus, Taíno/Indigenous identity, slavery, and reparations</p><p>Why “rage-bait” wins—and how not to amplify it</p><p>Pop culture detour: Superman as refugee, Blue Beetle, Mr. Terrific, and the Pattinson Batman debate</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong> (approx.)<br />00:00 Cold open<br />00:30 Pepe Aguilar @ Hollywood Bowl — setup<br />05:00 “Do it legally” controversy & reactions<br />08:45 ICE in LA/DC; policing dynamics<br />11:30 Empathy, machismo & anti-intellectualism<br />20:30 Indigenous history: Taíno vs. “Aztec” shorthand<br />26:00 Columbus, slavery, and sanitized textbooks<br />33:00 Reparations & misinformation<br />35:45 Don’t feed the rage-bait machine<br />41:00 Politics as pro-wrestling<br />49:00 Superman as immigrant; Blue Beetle & Mr. Terrific<br />52:30 The Batman (Pattinson) debate<br />54:30 Wrap + how to support</p><p><br />If this convo hit, follow/subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and drop your take in the comments. Share with someone who needs to hear it.</p><p> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Norberto Briceño, Gadiel Del Orbe)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>What you’ll hear:</strong></p><p>Context on Pepe & Ángela Aguilar’s comments and why words matter</p><p>ICE on the ground in LA/DC, policing stories, and policy implications</p><p>Empathy vs. machismo, anti-intellectualism, and how schools sanitize history</p><p>Columbus, Taíno/Indigenous identity, slavery, and reparations</p><p>Why “rage-bait” wins—and how not to amplify it</p><p>Pop culture detour: Superman as refugee, Blue Beetle, Mr. Terrific, and the Pattinson Batman debate</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong> (approx.)<br />00:00 Cold open<br />00:30 Pepe Aguilar @ Hollywood Bowl — setup<br />05:00 “Do it legally” controversy & reactions<br />08:45 ICE in LA/DC; policing dynamics<br />11:30 Empathy, machismo & anti-intellectualism<br />20:30 Indigenous history: Taíno vs. “Aztec” shorthand<br />26:00 Columbus, slavery, and sanitized textbooks<br />33:00 Reparations & misinformation<br />35:45 Don’t feed the rage-bait machine<br />41:00 Politics as pro-wrestling<br />49:00 Superman as immigrant; Blue Beetle & Mr. Terrific<br />52:30 The Batman (Pattinson) debate<br />54:30 Wrap + how to support</p><p><br />If this convo hit, follow/subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and drop your take in the comments. Share with someone who needs to hear it.</p><p> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>Pepe Aguilar’s “Legal” Comment, ICE Reality &amp; Latino Identity (Unfiltered) #9</itunes:title>
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      <title>The Rock’s Heart Scare, La Casa De Alofoke Takeover &amp; Raja Jackson Wrestling Shock | Norberto Briceño #8</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p>0:00 – Back in the studio: DR & Mexico talk<br />1:25 – The new American Dream & dual citizenship<br />2:40 – The Rock’s health scare & steroid debate<br />6:30 – Aging, fitness, and Hollywood pressures<br />9:00 – Why The Rock’s movies feel repetitive<br />13:00 – A24’s <i>The Smashing Machine</i> & risks in acting<br />14:50 – Dominican livestream boom: La Casa de Alofoke<br />20:00 – Reality TV vs. brain-rot content<br />25:30 – Should we actually watch it?<br />33:00 – Why humans love gossip & stories<br />34:50 – Live streaming = the new campfire<br />36:20 – Rampage’s son wrestling incident explained<br />42:30 – Wrestlers, receipts & the referee’s role<br />46:30 – Ego, anger issues & accountability<br />54:45 – Will Smith vs. Chris Rock – justified or not?<br />59:30 – Life lessons: walking away from fights<br />1:02:20 – Scrappy’s story & why violence isn’t worth it<br />1:03:10 – Final thoughts & message to the youth</p><p> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2025 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Gadiel Del Orbe, Norberto Briceño)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>0:00 – Back in the studio: DR & Mexico talk<br />1:25 – The new American Dream & dual citizenship<br />2:40 – The Rock’s health scare & steroid debate<br />6:30 – Aging, fitness, and Hollywood pressures<br />9:00 – Why The Rock’s movies feel repetitive<br />13:00 – A24’s <i>The Smashing Machine</i> & risks in acting<br />14:50 – Dominican livestream boom: La Casa de Alofoke<br />20:00 – Reality TV vs. brain-rot content<br />25:30 – Should we actually watch it?<br />33:00 – Why humans love gossip & stories<br />34:50 – Live streaming = the new campfire<br />36:20 – Rampage’s son wrestling incident explained<br />42:30 – Wrestlers, receipts & the referee’s role<br />46:30 – Ego, anger issues & accountability<br />54:45 – Will Smith vs. Chris Rock – justified or not?<br />59:30 – Life lessons: walking away from fights<br />1:02:20 – Scrappy’s story & why violence isn’t worth it<br />1:03:10 – Final thoughts & message to the youth</p><p> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>The Rock’s Heart Scare, La Casa De Alofoke Takeover &amp; Raja Jackson Wrestling Shock | Norberto Briceño #8</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Gadiel Del Orbe sits down with Norberto Briceño to talk culture, ego, and life lessons. They dive into The Rock’s recent health scare, the truth about steroids vs. aging naturally, and why his movies feel repetitive. The conversation shifts to the Dominican Republic’s live-streaming takeover with Santiago Matías’ La Casa de Alofoke, and the addictive pull of reality TV. They also break down the shocking wrestling incident involving Rampage Jackson’s son, explore why humans are drawn to gossip, and revisit the Will Smith vs. Chris Rock slap. Gadiel closes with a powerful message to young listeners about anger, ego, and why walking away from fights can save your life.</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Gadiel Del Orbe sits down with <strong>Mr. Nueva Yol</strong> for a raw and inspiring conversation about comedy, social media, and leadership. From going viral by accident to building a 640K+ following, Mr. Novayor shares how authenticity, speed, and consistency became his secret sauce.</p><p>We dive into the Dominican comedy wave, the importance of collaboration over ego, and how representation in mainstream media is finally shifting. Mr. Novayor opens up about balancing a 9–5 job with his comedy career, lessons in leadership, and his vision to build a production house that uplifts the next generation of comedians.</p><p>Expect laughs, powerful insights, and plenty of gems about content creation, branding, and culture.</p><h3>What You’ll Learn in This Episode</h3><p>How Mr. Novayor accidentally went viral with his first skit</p><p>Why authenticity beats perfection in today’s content game</p><p>The role of collaboration in building a comedy movement</p><p>Lessons on leadership, empathy, and confidence in comedy</p><p>Stories about Dominican representation in Hollywood and SNL</p><p>The vision for a future “comedy label” for up-and-coming talent</p><h3>Featured Topics & Shoutouts</h3><p><strong>Tommy Peña</strong> – early mentor and inspiration</p><p><strong>That’sDominican.com</strong> – trailblazing Dominican comedy platform</p><p><strong>Marcelo Hernandez (SNL)</strong> – bringing Dominican culture to mainstream TV</p><p><strong>Rad Ortiz, Orlando, Ian Lara, Vlad</strong> – leaders in the new wave of Dominican stand-up</p><p><strong>Bad Bunny</strong> – lessons in branding and collaboration</p><h3>Connect</h3><p>Follow Gadiel on Instagram & TikTok: <strong>@gadieldelorbe</strong><br />Follow Mr. Nuevayol on Instagram: <strong>@mrnuevayol</strong></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Mr. Nueva Yol, Gadiel Del Orbe)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Gadiel Del Orbe sits down with <strong>Mr. Nueva Yol</strong> for a raw and inspiring conversation about comedy, social media, and leadership. From going viral by accident to building a 640K+ following, Mr. Novayor shares how authenticity, speed, and consistency became his secret sauce.</p><p>We dive into the Dominican comedy wave, the importance of collaboration over ego, and how representation in mainstream media is finally shifting. Mr. Novayor opens up about balancing a 9–5 job with his comedy career, lessons in leadership, and his vision to build a production house that uplifts the next generation of comedians.</p><p>Expect laughs, powerful insights, and plenty of gems about content creation, branding, and culture.</p><h3>What You’ll Learn in This Episode</h3><p>How Mr. Novayor accidentally went viral with his first skit</p><p>Why authenticity beats perfection in today’s content game</p><p>The role of collaboration in building a comedy movement</p><p>Lessons on leadership, empathy, and confidence in comedy</p><p>Stories about Dominican representation in Hollywood and SNL</p><p>The vision for a future “comedy label” for up-and-coming talent</p><h3>Featured Topics & Shoutouts</h3><p><strong>Tommy Peña</strong> – early mentor and inspiration</p><p><strong>That’sDominican.com</strong> – trailblazing Dominican comedy platform</p><p><strong>Marcelo Hernandez (SNL)</strong> – bringing Dominican culture to mainstream TV</p><p><strong>Rad Ortiz, Orlando, Ian Lara, Vlad</strong> – leaders in the new wave of Dominican stand-up</p><p><strong>Bad Bunny</strong> – lessons in branding and collaboration</p><h3>Connect</h3><p>Follow Gadiel on Instagram & TikTok: <strong>@gadieldelorbe</strong><br />Follow Mr. Nuevayol on Instagram: <strong>@mrnuevayol</strong></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>How Mr. Nueva Yol Built 640K Fans: Authenticity, Speed &amp; Grit #7</itunes:title>
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What you’ll get:
• Practical tips to grow fast on socials (relatability, low-friction editing, authenticity over “skit vibes”)
• Mindset shifts for stage confidence, handling anxiety, and avoiding validation traps
• A playbook for collaboration, curation, and show-building that actually moves tickets

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What you’ll get:
• Practical tips to grow fast on socials (relatability, low-friction editing, authenticity over “skit vibes”)
• Mindset shifts for stage confidence, handling anxiety, and avoiding validation traps
• A playbook for collaboration, curation, and show-building that actually moves tickets

If you’re a creator, comedian, or Dominican culture fan—this one’s for you. Drop your favorite insight in the comments and tell us who you want next!
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      <description><![CDATA[Comedy producer and culture plug Tommy Peña joins Gadiel to rewind one of the OG Latino sketch channels—“That’s Dominican!” Tommy breaks down how the YouTube series exploded out of Washington Heights, gave a generation its first taste of Dominican meme-culture, and why the ride eventually slammed to a stop. They swap war stories on shooting guerrilla sketches in bodegas, then fast-forward to Tommy’s latest passion project: “La Factoria,” the live stand-up + music mash-up he co-created with comedian Ivan Manito. Expect behind-the-curtain details on selling out underground shows, building community with hookah instead of cover charges, and turning “Dominican time” into a branding superpower. The convo pivots—of course—to the internet rumor that Bad Bunny is half-Dominican; Tommy comes armed with receipts, Gadiel brings the jokes. Laughs, nostalgia, and a blueprint for indie Latino success all in one episode—press play! 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe

📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!

💼  Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:title>Rise &amp; Fall of ThatsDominican + Building La Factoria — Tommy Peña #6</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Comedy producer and culture plug Tommy Peña joins Gadiel to rewind one of the OG Latino sketch channels—“That’s Dominican!” Tommy breaks down how the YouTube series exploded out of Washington Heights, gave a generation its first taste of Dominican meme-culture, and why the ride eventually slammed to a stop. They swap war stories on shooting guerrilla sketches in bodegas, then fast-forward to Tommy’s latest passion project: “La Factoria,” the live stand-up + music mash-up he co-created with comedian Ivan Manito. Expect behind-the-curtain details on selling out underground shows, building community with hookah instead of cover charges, and turning “Dominican time” into a branding superpower. The convo pivots—of course—to the internet rumor that Bad Bunny is half-Dominican; Tommy comes armed with receipts, Gadiel brings the jokes. Laughs, nostalgia, and a blueprint for indie Latino success all in one episode—press play!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Comedy producer and culture plug Tommy Peña joins Gadiel to rewind one of the OG Latino sketch channels—“That’s Dominican!” Tommy breaks down how the YouTube series exploded out of Washington Heights, gave a generation its first taste of Dominican meme-culture, and why the ride eventually slammed to a stop. They swap war stories on shooting guerrilla sketches in bodegas, then fast-forward to Tommy’s latest passion project: “La Factoria,” the live stand-up + music mash-up he co-created with comedian Ivan Manito. Expect behind-the-curtain details on selling out underground shows, building community with hookah instead of cover charges, and turning “Dominican time” into a branding superpower. The convo pivots—of course—to the internet rumor that Bad Bunny is half-Dominican; Tommy comes armed with receipts, Gadiel brings the jokes. Laughs, nostalgia, and a blueprint for indie Latino success all in one episode—press play!</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>⏰ <strong>Timestamps</strong><br />0:00 — Intro<br /><strong>0:18</strong> — Adidas “huaraches”: appropriation vs appreciation?<br /><strong>17:26</strong> — <i>Emilia Pérez</i> controversy: tone-deaf? Why Eugenio Derbez was “right”<br /><strong>28:54</strong> — Christian <strong>Nodal</strong> × <strong>Cazzu</strong> × <strong>Ángela Aguilar</strong> drama explained<br /><strong>46:57</strong> — Gadiel on becoming agnostic<br /> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 18:18:26 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Gadiel Del Orbe, Norberto Briceño)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>⏰ <strong>Timestamps</strong><br />0:00 — Intro<br /><strong>0:18</strong> — Adidas “huaraches”: appropriation vs appreciation?<br /><strong>17:26</strong> — <i>Emilia Pérez</i> controversy: tone-deaf? Why Eugenio Derbez was “right”<br /><strong>28:54</strong> — Christian <strong>Nodal</strong> × <strong>Cazzu</strong> × <strong>Ángela Aguilar</strong> drama explained<br /><strong>46:57</strong> — Gadiel on becoming agnostic<br /> </p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>Huaraches Backlash,  &amp; the Christian Nodal–Ángela Aguilar Saga — BONUS w/ Norberto Briceño #5</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Bonus drop: Gadiel links back up with Norberto Briceño to tackle a week of heavy discourse and heavier memes. First up, Adidas’ “huaraches” release—why Mexican huarache makers pushed back, and whether this is appropriation or appreciation. Then they dive into the Emilia Pérez controversy: tone-deaf or misunderstood—and why, in their view, Eugenio Derbez had a point. Norberto also unpacks the Christian Nodal × Cazzu × Ángela Aguilar saga that’s hijacked timelines, separating receipts from rumor. The episode closes with Gadiel’s personal story of becoming agnostic and what that shift means for his comedy and community. Spicy takes, cultural context, and zero fence-sitting—press play.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Bonus drop: Gadiel links back up with Norberto Briceño to tackle a week of heavy discourse and heavier memes. First up, Adidas’ “huaraches” release—why Mexican huarache makers pushed back, and whether this is appropriation or appreciation. Then they dive into the Emilia Pérez controversy: tone-deaf or misunderstood—and why, in their view, Eugenio Derbez had a point. Norberto also unpacks the Christian Nodal × Cazzu × Ángela Aguilar saga that’s hijacked timelines, separating receipts from rumor. The episode closes with Gadiel’s personal story of becoming agnostic and what that shift means for his comedy and community. Spicy takes, cultural context, and zero fence-sitting—press play.</itunes:subtitle>
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📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!

💼  Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:title>My Father&apos;s Wife Hired A Hitman So He Faked His Death | Cris Sosa #4</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:summary>Comedian Cris Sosa slides into the studio for a jaw-dropping ride that veers from punch-lines to true-crime real quick. Cris drops the wild family bombshell: his father’s wife allegedly hired a hit-man to take him out. Gadiel’s reaction? Pure “wait, WHAT?!” energy. Together they dissect how dark life twists can morph into stage gold, what it’s like to mine trauma for laughs, and why stand-up is cheaper than therapy. Expect Dominican side-stories, insider details on producing a special in 2025, and a survival tale so insane you’ll hit rewind just to believe it. Press play for laughs, gasps, and proof that the best comedy often comes from the scariest chapters.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Comedian Cris Sosa slides into the studio for a jaw-dropping ride that veers from punch-lines to true-crime real quick. Cris drops the wild family bombshell: his father’s wife allegedly hired a hit-man to take him out. Gadiel’s reaction? Pure “wait, WHAT?!” energy. Together they dissect how dark life twists can morph into stage gold, what it’s like to mine trauma for laughs, and why stand-up is cheaper than therapy. Expect Dominican side-stories, insider details on producing a special in 2025, and a survival tale so insane you’ll hit rewind just to believe it. Press play for laughs, gasps, and proof that the best comedy often comes from the scariest chapters.</itunes:subtitle>
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📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!

💼  Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Sasha Merci, Gadiel Del Orbe)</author>
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      <itunes:summary>Sasha Merci—comedian, producer, and fearless storyteller—joins Gadiel for an emotional, laughter-laced deep dive that traces her journey from tragedy to the bright lights of her own one-woman show. Sasha opens up about losing her mother at just three months old and how that early loss forged her resilience, humor, and Dominican-American identity. She recounts moving to New York City with nothing but a MetroCard and a notebook of punch lines, hustling open-mics from Washington Heights to Brooklyn, and ultimately writing the autobiographical stage piece that would sell out downtown theaters. Beyond her solo success, Sasha lifts the curtain on producing Dominican comedy showcases, explaining how she curates lineups, wrangles venues, and amplifies Caribbean voices that mainstream clubs overlook. Gadiel and Sasha swap survival hacks for big-city creatives, roast the wildest subway characters they’ve met, and dig into why personal grief can be the sharpest tool in a comedian’s kit. Raw, inspiring, and hilariously honest—this episode proves heavy stories can spark the loudest laughs.</itunes:summary>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>🔗 <strong>Guest Links</strong><br />• Norberto on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@NorbertoBriceno<br />• Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/NorbertoBriceno">https://www.instagram.com/NorbertoBriceno</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Support the Show</strong><br />Tour tickets, merch & more → https://gadieldelorbe.com</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Gadiel Del Orbe, Norberto Briceño)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>🔗 <strong>Guest Links</strong><br />• Norberto on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@NorbertoBriceno<br />• Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/NorbertoBriceno">https://www.instagram.com/NorbertoBriceno</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Support the Show</strong><br />Tour tickets, merch & more → https://gadieldelorbe.com</p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:title>Love Island Chaos, Dominican Colorism &amp; the Irma Hernandez Tragedy — Norberto Briceño #2</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Norberto Briceño returns to spar with Gadiel over this week’s hottest—and heaviest—headlines. First stop: Love Island USA, where Kenny &amp; Jana’s blow-up has Twitter divided; Norberto breaks down why reality-TV “villains” are now marketing geniuses. The conversation pivots to a deeper issue: colorism in the Dominican Republic—its roots, its memes, and how both hosts navigate shade jokes onstage without punching down. The mood turns somber as they unpack the heartbreaking murder of Mexican teacher Irma Hernandez, allegedly at the hands of cartel gunmen, asking whether comedy can coexist with stories this dark. Expect rapid-fire Spanglish, subway-level side-tales, and a surprising dose of social commentary—all in under an hour. Press play for laughs, gasps, and a fresh perspective on Latinx pop culture’s brightest (and darkest) moments.</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>From ‘Pero Like’ to TikTok Fame — Norberto Briceño x Gadiel Del Orbe #1</title>
      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Topics we cover in this episode:</strong></p><p>Why Norberto co-founded one of the first Latino digital media spaces</p><p>Assimilation vs. celebrating our heritage</p><p>The impact of ICE and immigrant rights awareness</p><p>Misinformation, AI deepfakes & how to spot them</p><p>Male loneliness, friendships, and building community</p><p>Parenting in the iPad era & discipline today</p><p>The cost of living and how it shapes culture</p><p>Red pill content & toxic alpha narratives</p><p>Why accountability is power, not weakness</p><p>Finding joy & curiosity through “kind of interesting things” on TikTok</p><p><strong>Follow Norberto:</strong><br />Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/norbertobriceno?utm_source=chatgpt.com">@norbertobriceno</a><br />TikTok: @norbertobriceno</p><p><strong>Follow Gadiel:</strong><br />Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/gadieldelorbe?utm_source=chatgpt.com">@gadieldelorbe</a><br />TikTok: @gadieldelorbe<br />YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@gadieldelorbe?utm_source=chatgpt.com">Gadiel Del Orbe</a></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Contact@gadieldelorbe.com (Norberto Briceño, Gadiel Del Orbe)</author>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Topics we cover in this episode:</strong></p><p>Why Norberto co-founded one of the first Latino digital media spaces</p><p>Assimilation vs. celebrating our heritage</p><p>The impact of ICE and immigrant rights awareness</p><p>Misinformation, AI deepfakes & how to spot them</p><p>Male loneliness, friendships, and building community</p><p>Parenting in the iPad era & discipline today</p><p>The cost of living and how it shapes culture</p><p>Red pill content & toxic alpha narratives</p><p>Why accountability is power, not weakness</p><p>Finding joy & curiosity through “kind of interesting things” on TikTok</p><p><strong>Follow Norberto:</strong><br />Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/norbertobriceno?utm_source=chatgpt.com">@norbertobriceno</a><br />TikTok: @norbertobriceno</p><p><strong>Follow Gadiel:</strong><br />Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/gadieldelorbe?utm_source=chatgpt.com">@gadieldelorbe</a><br />TikTok: @gadieldelorbe<br />YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@gadieldelorbe?utm_source=chatgpt.com">Gadiel Del Orbe</a></p>
<p><p>🎥 &nbsp;Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok &amp; IG @GadielDelOrbe</p><p>📣 &nbsp;New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe &amp; leave a 5★ review!</p><p>💼 &nbsp;Business / booking: contact@gadieldelorbe.com</p></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:summary>Norberto Briceño—co-founder of BuzzFeed’s Pero Like and freshly minted TikTok phenom—joins Gadiel Del Orbe for an unfiltered sit-down inside a buzzing 145 St station studio. The two Dominican-American comics rewind the rise of Pero Like, swap behind-the-scenes stories, and tackle the “now what?” of Latinx media in 2025. From immigration headlines to the meme-ification of every debate stage, Gadiel and In the very first episode of my new podcast, I sit down with Norberto Briceño (@norbertobriceno) to talk about Latino identity, community, and truth in today’s world.

We dive into what it meant to create spaces for Latinos online, the challenges of assimilation vs. celebration, and the importance of building our own table when we’re not given one. We also get real about misinformation, AI deepfakes, male loneliness, red pill culture, parenting in the iPad era, the cost of living, and why accountability matters more than ever.

This is a raw, funny, and thought-provoking conversation that explores culture, politics, community, and mental health — with plenty of laughs along the way.

👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes, drop a comment with your favorite takeaway, and let’s keep this conversation going.</itunes:summary>
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We dive into what it meant to create spaces for Latinos online, the challenges of assimilation vs. celebration, and the importance of building our own table when we’re not given one. We also get real about misinformation, AI deepfakes, male loneliness, red pill culture, parenting in the iPad era, the cost of living, and why accountability matters more than ever.

This is a raw, funny, and thought-provoking conversation that explores culture, politics, community, and mental health — with plenty of laughs along the way.

👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes, drop a comment with your favorite takeaway, and let’s keep this conversation going.</itunes:subtitle>
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📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!

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