Performative Male Epidemic & Being the Best with Laurans Trinh (Paratopia)

from Ortega Squared · host Jaden and Angel

In this Episode of Ortega Squared, Jaden and Angel catch up with musician and Temple University PR major Laurans Trinh. We talk about carving your own path in music, running the social media for a band he's a member of Paratopia , and finding ways to stand out without a safety net.We get into how to be the best in anything, the grind of college life, Philly, and his unapologetic stance as an OG matcha enjoyer in the age of performative trends.🎷 Follow the Jazz Fusion Band Paratopia @paratopia_official on Instagram.🎧 Follow us @ortega2podcast and join the conversation.

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