Steven Brogan Cortez Presents:
The 'Y The F Not?' Podcast

Steven Brogan Cortez Presents: The 'Y The F Not?' Podcast

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Steven Brogan Cortez Presents: The 'Y The F Not?' Podcast episodes

  • Episode 66 Aria Hurtado - I Kissed One Women

    In today's episode I got a chance to hang out with the lead guitarist of Hoity Toity, Aria Hurtado. I discovered Aria one day while scrolling on TikTok and her insane guitar skills melted my face away. Little did I know I did not just discover one of the greatest guitarist of our time but also a podcast host's greatest wish: a person with stories. Aria shares her adventures performing all over including venues I grew up idolizing like The Whiskey a Go Go. Sit back and enjoy this Epic of a podcast where we took as much time to talk as it would for you to watch The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie and an extra episode. SO ENJOY!


    If you would like to check out Aria's music or where to catch her with Hoity Toity check out the links below.

    Hoity Toity Links

    Aria Hurtado Instagram


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    1 hr 59 min
  • Episode 65 Pancho Cardena - Be Like Water

    In today's episode I got a chance to catch up and hang out with a dear friend, Pancho Cardena. Pancho is an actor, singer, and martial artist who you can catch in the latest film Bullet Train as well as other TV shows such as Criminal Minds and Our Flag Means Death. To say this guy has had an extensive career thus far would be an understatement yet, if you ask him, he would say he's just got his foot in the door. Enjoy this episode as we talk about spirituality, the persistent spirit of an actor, and some fun Beatles talk.


    If you'd like to catch more of Pancho's work please check out the links below.

    Pancho Cardena IMDB

    Pancho Cardena Instagram 

    Pancho Cardena Tik Tok 


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    1 hr 17 min
  • Episode 64 Lorenzo Edwards - Naturally Flowing Wild

    In today's episode I get a chance to reconnect with a friend from my LA Opera days, Lorenzo Edwards. Lorenzo is a dancer, model, and muse. He has spent the last 8 months living in the City of Mexico and shared his journey to Mexico where he is now teaching dance and spreading the teachings his elders bestowed upon him. Lorenzo shares his start as a young black boy entering the world of dance with Ballet. Which then took him to the world of "Ballroom Culture" (Voguing). Through out this conversation Lorenzo gave me the impression that he is the type of person who has found the perfect balance with his ego. He knows who is, confident in what he can do, but he also radiates this sense of, knowing there is more to the world than just you. A beautiful conversation that I am proud to share with you.

    If you would like to see more of Lorenzo's work and get a peak into his life check out his Instagram page:

    Lorenzo Instagram


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    1 hr
  • Episode 63 Lance Amann - Live Like Lance

    Hey yall! In today's episode I had an idea. There was this friend, his name, Lance Amann. We lost this guy a little too early. Lanceypants here was a multitalented individual with so much love in his heart. I have mentioned Lance many times in previous episodes, and how he would have excelled like no other in this world of Tik Tok and YouTubers. For those who did not know he had a YouTube channel where he would post video game commentaries and song covers. There happen to be a couple videos of us playing a witchy game and having a ton of fun. So my idea: to bring together a couple of songs and the gameplay audio from that time with Lance.

    If you are missing Lance Amann and want to see more please follow the link below to his YouTube channel.

     LanceyPants YouTube 


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    31 min
  • Episode 62 Brian Tran - From Boredom To Stardom
    In today's episode I got to hang out with the one and only Brian Tran. Brian is an actor, director, musician, and magician. You may know him from such works as Walter in the feature film Countdown, his critically acclaimed short film Insomnia (created and starred in), or his YouTube Channel The Brian Tran Show. Brian Tran is the type of man who embraces boredom and with his imagination and creativity, does the things others say he can't do. There is much more to Brian other than his big time production gigs or his appearances with Tom Segura in film, so sit back, relax, and tune in.
    If you want to keep up to date with all of what Brian Tran is working working on check out the links below.
    BRIAN TRAN LINKS - THE BRIAN TRAN SHOW - THE ONE BRIAN TRAN TIK TOK
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    1 hr 29 min
  • Episode 61 Dead Lxve - The Joker Promo Podcast

    In today's episode I got to do something I have not done yet...interview an entire band, Dead Lxve. Dead Lxve is the pop rock band from norcal with Jay Williz on vocals, Aaron Moore on guitar, and Ryan Gymnaites on drums. Truth be told I was nervous to interview an entire band but thankfully these fellas were so chill to hang out with. An open book to me as I let my curiosity lead me through their stories of over coming hardships (professionally and personally), their journey with music and how it has shaped and guided them through their lives. 

    To keep up to date with everything Dead Lxve check out the links below for showdates and more.

    DEAD LXVE LINKS AND MORE


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    1 hr 47 min
  • Episode 60 Sabrina Torres - When The Universe Conspires In Your Favor

    In today's episode I got chance to talk with the founder of The Great Film Club here in Los Angeles, Sabrina Torres The Great (proudly self titled I might add). I have spoken to guests before about 'knowing you are precious' and Sabrina Torres embodies that in more ways than one. With the confidence of a freefalling skydiver, Sabrina has taken on challenges such as creating a film club (when one ends), creating a short film when she has never directed before, and even being herself which in this world can be the bravest thing a person does. Speaking to her was inspirational on its own and I am so excited for yall to listen in and 'realize your power'.

    If you want to stay in the know with what Sabrina is up to follow the links below. The Great Film Club with also be linked down below.

    LINK TO SABRINA TORRES THE GREAT

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    1 hr 41 min
  • Episode 59 Tanner Howe - 5, 4, 3, 2, 1...JUMP!

    In today's episode I got to hang out with singer songwriter, Tanner Howe. Tanner is a friend from work (as Thor would say), we performed together with Disneyland parades during the ACF show. We did not get the chance to work together for too long which makes this podcast extra special. I've already known of his talent when it comes to songwriting but I had no idea this man auditioned for Disneyland just off of a whim (BOLD). From the Kelly Clarkson show to the Y the F Not Podcast come get to know Tanner Howe.

    If you would like to keep up to date with everything Tanner is working on check out his links below.

    TANNER HOWE YOUTUBE 

    TANNER HOWE SPOTIFY  


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    1 hr 22 min
  • Episode 58 Patrick Batiste - Know You Are Precious
    In today's episode I got a chance to hang out with an old friend from college, Patrick Batiste. Patrick is well known for his 7 year career with The Independent Shakespeare Company  where he just finished a production of KNIGHT OF THE BURNING PESTLE and will also be in their upcoming production of MACBETH. We could have taken the entire podcast talking about his time with ISC but luckily he shared his experience as a commercial actor as well as a singer. Pat B. is definitely someone who will inspire you to be your best just by being around him. 

    Don't forget to check him out with ISC links are below.

    The Independent Shakespeare Company   

    And to stay up to date with everything Pat B. check out his link 


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    1 hr 6 min
  • Episode 57 Woo S. Kim - You've Just Been Woo'd

    In today's episode I got a chance to chat with another old friend from college... but with a twist. His name is Woo S. Kim and I met this gent back in college and to me he was just another CSUN student hanging out in the green room. Spoiler Alert I was wrong! Makes me even happier to chit chat with Woo and get to know him better. His journey is one that has doctors baffled (truly) and still till this day he continues to blow their expectations out of the water. Come hang out and see how this man did not let anything stop him from being the best version of of himself, despite unimaginable obstacles .


    To keep in touch with Woo and his film reviews follow the Links below 

    Woo TWITTER + Woo INSTAGRAM + HEROES REFORGED

    All of my Links STEVEN BROGAN CORTEZ


    The Y the F Not Podcast was created and produced by Steven Brogan Cortez

    1 hr 28 min

About Steven Brogan Cortez Presents: The 'Y The F Not?' Podcast

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Steven Brogan Cortez presents The Y The F Not Podcast, a show where anything and everything that inspires us is fair game. In each episode, Steven interviews artists from all walks of life, sharing their stories and insights to help listeners ask themselves 'why not' and go for their dreams. From music and art to business and personal development, The Y The F Not Podcast has something for everyone looking for a little bit of inspiration. Tune in now and start asking yourself, why not?