MD PODCAST

Profile Pod TV host Andres Zaldivar talks about his roots in Rancho Cucamonga , to his time in serving to the country with his time spent in Navy , to his journey in becoming a school counselor, to creating and hosting his own platform Profile Pod TV. He also talks about his experience as a father and his thoughts on the future of podcasting . For more info follow @PROFILEPODTV_

Quantal Langford traces his roots from Tennessee all the way to his journey in California. From his beginnings as a college athlete, graphic designer, physical fitness training, and his road to becoming the host of The Creative Brew TV! For more info follow @QUANTALLANGFORD

Jana Lynn Umipig is a multi disciplinary artist currently residing in Bronx, New York. A Pinay who has worked with different community organizations developing curriculum and programs that integrate theater and visual arts with activism, leadership development, and holistic upliftment of body, mind and spirit. She talks about her journeys in the Bay Area, Philippines and how decolonization has affected our generations and how it can trickle down to the next. She talks about her experience in founding youth theater groups, and her work in juvenile, detention, rehabilitation center in NYC. Her core work has been dedicated to become a living instrument of her cultural roots as a Filipina through artistic expression and movement. For more info pls follow @JLCREATOR

Oxnard, Ca native and Universal Records recording artist Sean Biggs takes a trip down in memory lane in his beginnings as an MC in the 805 scene , with his affiliations with Kali Wild, CDP, Stones Throw Records, all the way to his record deal with Universal Records, to his legendary song with Akon and Fight Night video game. His growth to venturing into real estate to ghostwriting , to his tips in marketing music in 2021 is laid out in this classic interview! For more info pls follow @casino_biggs

Oxnard, Ca native and member of punk rock band Culpa (drummer and vocalist) Tone Salinas talks about his roots in the 805 and touches on the history of punk rock, and how the industry works. With their projects, EP’s , and splits with other bands, he explains how punk rock bands work with each other and experience in merchandise. He touches on his influence, and discusses similarities of the punk and hip hop culture. He also talks about other ways in which the 805 community can take care of our parks and recreational centers to keep our youth safe. For more info visit @CULPA_OX @XTONEXSX

Charisma Melina Brown sits down with MD Podcast and talks about her journey into becoming a holistic health educator, Reiki Master , spirit guide and author. From her experience in getting her Masters in University Of Florida, to leaving the school and following her path and intuition. With more than 17 years of experience in reiki, she also touches on topics like healing and trauma. For more info visit , CHARISMELINA.COM

Margarita Del Torre sits down with MD Podcast and talks about her roots growing up in Compton, Ca and her transition in become a hair stylist, and her path way to becoming a fitness trainer. She also talks about her experience and dedication in becoming a fitness model for competitions, the dedication it requires, and the diet habits she must follow. For more info follow @MARGARITADE1

NYC, Queens born and raised MC Thought Provokah discusses his roots in New York City and the struggles of the independent artist in 2021. He discusses his influences, and how artists need to stay relevant during the post pandemic era of the music business. From starting his own podcast Smokin Reggies to dropping his album “Can I Rap For You”, he talks about the inspiration and themes of the project and all the things coming in store for the future!

Rhandy Torres sits down with MD Podcast and takes a trip back to memory lane in his beginnings in the Phillippines, balancing careers as a respiratory therapist and a working actor. He also touches on his experiences in acting in films and projects such as Lifetime Movie Network’s Mistress Hunter, indie films such as South Central Love, and his role in The Year I Did Nothing, his experiences in starring in commercials and more!

Santa Paula, Ca/ 805 County native John Zavala takes us back to his roots and family dynamics. He also talks about his journey in becoming a fitness trainer, and how it led to other opportunities like working for the company Prium. Balancing fatherhood, being a nutritionist, and educating people about the holistic approach of healing, structured water, chem trails, and the dangers of chemo-therapy. He also talks about his love for hip hop and song writing. For more info follow @SHELTEREDABUNDANCE