PODCAST · comedy
Alternate Take
by Danny Rodriguez
We Are Alternate Take. A Brand 1st, A Podcast Second.We Are Dedicated to Bringing You Unique Interviews with Legends In:- Comedy- Sports- Music- Film- MMA/Boxing- True Crime/Heroism- Entrepreneurship- Health/Nutrition/Science- Politics- Authorship- LeadershipHost/Creator: Danny RodriguezProduced by: Who CaresIG: @alternatetakepodcastFB: @alternatetakepodcastYT: @alternatetakepodcastStreaming on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Etc.
Episodes
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#102 - Navy SEAL/Entrepreneur/Podcaster - Shawn Johnson
*Recorded on July 2nd, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with retired U.S. Navy SEAL Shawn Johnson about his latest ventures including his podcast 'Shawn Johnson & Co Podcast', his upbringing in Corpus Christi (TX), when he finally met his dad his senior year of high school, his decision and process of...
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#101 - Sheriff of Riverside County/2026 Candidate for Governor of CA - Chad Bianco
*Recorded on October 17th, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with Sheriff Chad Bianco about where he grew up in Utah, his pursuit of the California Dream, his plan to keep that dream alive for the young generation in California, his 2026 run for Governor of California, his law enforcement career with…
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#100 - Cardiologist/Epidemiologist/Author - Dr. Peter McCullough
*Recorded on July 14th, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with Dr. Peter McCullough, Internist/Cardiologist/Epidemiologist/Author & Chief Scientific Officer of The Wellness Company, about proof of a government cover-up, his recent Senate Testimony, if there will be any accountability regarding the...
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#99 - Founder/Head Coach of Syndicate MMA - John Wood
*Recorded on June 30th, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with John Wood, Founder & Head Coach of Syndicate MMA in Las Vegas (NV), about where he grew up, his path from fighter to coach, how he started Syndicate MMA, what makes a MMA coach great, why the culture at Syndicate MMA is so special, the...
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#98 - Solo Musician - Ethan Tucker
*Recorded on April 15th, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with Solo Musician, Ethan Tucker, about his humble beginnings, how he got into music, how music got into Danny's life, Ethan's earliest musical influences, Ethan's discography including his tremendous debut album 'Misunderstood', the journey of…
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#97 - Comedian/Actor - Jimmy Shubert
*Recorded on November 21st, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Comedian/Actor, Jimmy Shubert, about the nature of being a comic, the latest film projects he's been involved in, his love & passion for magic, his childhood being raised in a big family in Philadelphia, the importance of laughter,...
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#96 - Retired MMA Fighter/Psychedelic Coach - Ian McCall
*Recorded on November 21st, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Retired MMA Fighter/Psychedelic Coach, Ian McCall, about one of the biggest lessons he learned from Chuck Liddell, his time in the UFC, his biggest influences/role models, the importance of building relationships with people who inspire...
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#95 - Doctor of Chiropractic - Dr. Ben Tapper
*Recorded on November 20th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Ben Tapper, about his stand against v*ccines, his research during C*VID-19, how he predicted the world would change in 2019, how he was banned on social media for giving his medical opinion, why exposing...
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#94 - Los Angeles County Sheriffs - Detective Gil Carrillo & Sheriff Alex Villanueva
*Recorded on March 23rd, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with Retired Homicide Detective of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Gil Carrillo, famously known for his work on the Richard Ramirez "Night Stalker" case, and the 33rd Sheriff of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Alex...
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#93 - MMA Coach - Brandon Gibson
*Recorded on March 14th, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with MMA Coach, Brandon "Six Gun" Gibson, about his life as head coach/trainer for the widely considered GOAT Jon Jones & the Lebron James of MMA Aaron Pico, what his relationship with them means to him, the growth of Jon Jones inside and…
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#92 - Boxing Announcer/Author - Jim Lampley
*Recorded on March 10th, 2025* Danny talks with the legendary Jim Lampley about his much anticipated return to boxing on May 2nd, 2025 in Madison Square Garden (where he will regain his role as ringside blow by blow commentator), Turki Al-Sheikh's influence on Boxing and its' impact on the sport,...
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#91 - Fitness Coach/Nutritionist - Jordan Syatt
*Recorded on September 20th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Fitness Coach/Nutritionist, Jordan Syatt, about Jordan’s upbringing in Massachusetts, how the passion of fitness entered his life, Jordan’s brother Lee Syatt who’s a stand-up comedian and former guest on Alternate Take, how Jordan got...
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#90 - Founder of Peak Physique/Life Performance Coach - Steve Eckert
*Recorded on August 16th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with the Life Performance Coach, Steve Eckert, about his life’s purpose to help boys become men, his time served in the Marine Corps, why he chose to be an entrepreneur after his service, how fatherless homes are causing an epidemic of weak…
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#89 - Doctor of Holistic Medicine - Dr. Hadar Elbaz
*Recorded on October 26th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with the Doctor of Holistic Medicine, Dr. Hadar Elbaz, about her medical background, her and our affiliation with The Wellness Company (the best damn wellness company on the planet), her criticisms of medical school, how she helps patients…
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#88 - Drummer of Rebelution - Wesley Finley
*Recorded on September 27th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with the Drummer of Rebelution, Wesley Finley, about where he grew up in Prunedale (CA), how he met his future bandmates of Rebelution in Santa Barbara, why making it big in a small town brings the community together, when music came into…
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#87 - Top Gun Pilot/Founder of No Fallen Heroes - Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley
*Recorded on July 19th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Navy Top Gun Fighter Pilot/CEO of Top Gun Options/Founder of No Fallen Heroes, Matthew ‘Whiz’ Buckley, about his time as a Top Gun Fighter Pilot, his thoughts on the “Top Gun” Franchise, why he wanted to join the military, his upbringing in...
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#86 - Head Trainer/Gym Manager of Xtreme Couture MMA - Eric Nicksick
*Recorded on September 29th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Head Trainer/Gym Manager of Xtreme Couture MMA in Las Vegas about their latest amazing win as a gym where Sean Strickland won the UFC Middleweight Championship Title over Israel Adesanya, the standards set at XCMMA and why they are...
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#85 - Comedy Photographer/Comedian - Troy Conrad
*Recorded on July 18th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Comedy Photographer/Comedian, Troy Conrad, about comedy’s transition from Hollywood to Austin (TX), how Troy cracked the business and established himself as the main guy you want taking your photo if you’re a comedian, how he established…
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#84 - 9/11 Survivor - William Jimeno & Clinical Psychologist - Dr. Michael Moats
*Recorded on August 3rd, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Co-Authors of ‘Sunrise Through the Darkness’, William Jimeno & Michael Moats. Will is a Retired Port Authority Police Department Officer and 9/11 Survivor famously portrayed by actor Michael Pena in the hit movie World Trade Center (2006)....
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#83 - Entrepreneur/Author/Real Estate Expert - Jimmy Rex
*Recorded on June 5th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Entrepreneur/Author/Real Estate Expert/Founder & CEO of ‘We Are The They’, Jimmy Rex, about how we became familiar with his works, where he was born and raised in Utah, his real estate expertise/tips to beginners, how he quickly became a…
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#82 - Author - Jared Klickstein
*Recorded on May 9th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Author, Jared Klickstein, about how we heard of him from acclaimed Author Michael Shellenberger, his past as a homeless drug-addict, what his life was like living full-time on Skid Row (Los Angeles), how multiple stints of rehab/jail gave him...
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#81 - Founder/CEO of Raw Farm - Mark McAfee
*Recorded on July 14th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with CEO & Founder of Raw Farm, Mark McAfee, about the origin and creation of Raw Farm, Mark’s medical background and how it relates to his dairy farm, what is raw milk and why it’s beneficial, the comparison between raw breast milk and raw…
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#80 - Reggae Artist - Dylan Keawe
*Recorded on February 13th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Reggae Artist, Dylan Keawe, about how he we met him, how he got started in the music industry, his musical influences outside of reggae, what makes reggae much different than other genres, what separates Dylan’s music from other Reggae...
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#79 - Ret. SWAT Officer/Doctor - Dr. Mark Sherwood
*Recorded on May 4th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Dr. Mark Sherwood about his jack of all trades background (Retired SWAT Officer, Retired Professional Baseball Player, Author, Filmmaker, Naturopathic Doctor), his mission to tell truths and deal hope, why telling truths in today’s society is...
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#78 - Comedian - Steve Simeone
*Recorded on June 8th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Comedian - Steve Simeone, about how we found out about Steve, Joey Diaz, how Joe Rogan made learning cool, how he got started doing comedy, his childhood, the decision to do comedy full time and push all his chips to the middle of the table,...
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#77 - 33rd Sheriff of LA County - Alex Villanueva
*Recorded on June 7th, 2023* Danny talks with the 33rd Sheriff of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), Alex Villanueva, about his childhood, his military/law enforcement background, the changes he’s seen in LASD over the years, why he wanted to become the sheriff, the achievements…
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#76 - Nutritionist/Fitness Coach/Entrepreneur - Nate Schmit
*Recorded on May 8th, 2023* Danny talks with Nutritionist/Fitness Coach/Entrepreneur, Nate Schmit, about his upbringing in Minnesota, how the absence of his father forced him to ego-check himself at a young age, his athletic history and how it led into getting trained to work with professionals,...
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#75 - Cardiologist/Epidemiologist/Author - Dr. Peter McCullough
*Recorded on March 29th, 2023* Danny talks with Dr. Peter McCullough about what he’s been up to since our last interview in December 2021, the media time he’s given since his Joe Rogan interview, how his stances have always been consistent and his credibility has only grown stronger over time…
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#74 - Leader of Kool & The Gang - Robert "Kool" Bell
*Recorded on January 17th, 2023* Danny talks with Legendary Bass Player Robert “Kool” Bell about how he started his iconic band Kool & The Gang, the original members who still play in the band, the process of creating their unique music, Kool’s idols that encouraged him to get into music when he...
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#73 - Colorado Buffaloes Football Coaches - Brett Bartolone & Mike Pollock
*Recorded on February 19th, 2023* Alternate Take’s 2nd “On the Road" Podcast Interview!” Danny & Producer JB hit Boulder, Colorado and talk with Colorado Buffaloes Football Coaches Brett Bartolone & Mike Pollock about their time at Jackson State, the ‘Prime’ Documentary they were featured on now...
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#72 - Comedian - Agostino Zoida
*Recorded on February 21st, 2023* Danny talks with Comedian Agostino Zoida about how long he’s done comedy, the first time he got on stage, the importance of studying all styles of live comedy, how easy it is to sound like another comic without trying, the first comics Danny & Agostino were both...
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#71 - Professional Drummer/Twitch Affiliate - Raanen Bozzio
*Recorded on January 18th, 2023* Alternate Take’s 1st “On the Road" Hotel Room Podcast Interview!” Danny talks with Raanen Bozzio - legendary drummer, twitch streamer, & current drummer for Chainflower, Mike Dawson & The Smoking’ Kills, & Scarlet Rose, about the mispronunciation of his last name,...
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#70 - CEO of Fenix Consulting Group/Life Performance Coach - Sabastian Enges
*Recorded on December 20th, 2022* Danny talks with Sabastian Enges, CEO of the Fenix Consulting Group, about how he got into business consulting/performance coaching, how he hires within his company to ensure the core values are being met and shared by every member of his team, how being clear...
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#69 - Professional Model/Police Officer - 'The Blueline Barbie'
*Recorded on December 16th, 2022* Danny talks with “The Blueline Barbie”, Nicole , who’s a police officer and a professional model out of Tennessee, about her experiences as a law enforcement officer in Nashville, what training she goes through to ensure she does a successful and safe job, the...
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#68 - Founder of Warrior M.B.S. - Jeremy Slayden
*Recorded on January 26th, 2023* Danny talks with former professional baseball player and founder of Warrior M.B.S., Jeremy Slayden, about where he grew up, the transition from baseball to real life, how easy it is to get into a deep hole, what programs/groups/counselors/mentors/routines helped...
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#67 - 'Invincible' Philadelphia Eagle - Vince Papale
*Recorded on November 18th, 2022* Danny talks with Philadelphia Eagles Legend, Vince Papale, who was famously portrayed as himself in the hit movie ‘Invincible’ by Mark Wahlberg, about his childhood, the athletic abilities of his parents, how The Great Depression affected his family, a phone call...
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#66 - Comedian - Ruben Paul
*Recorded on March 23rd, 2022* Danny talks with Comedian Ruben Paul about when they met at the Microsoft Theatre for his performance with George Lopez, his upbringing in Carson (CA), being authentic on stage, being raised as a first generation Haitian and how he uses his experiences in his...
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#65 - Lead Singer of 'Dramarama' - John Easdale
Danny talks with Lead Singer of ‘Dramarama’ - John Easdale, about where he grew up in New Jersey, his favorite bands growing up, how he met his bandmates, when Dramarama started getting their first gigs, the importance of album covers, the background of their first record “Cinema Verite”, the…
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#64 - Comedian - Matt Fulchiron
Danny talks with Comedian Matt Fulchiron about where he grew up, where he got started in comedy, his transition from a 9-5 to a working comedian, having to follow up big comedians, how comedians have influenced musicians/artists, when Matt started featuring and headlining, how he got passed at…
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#63 - UFC Fighter - Julian Erosa
Danny talks with UFC Fighter Julian “Juicy-J” Erosa about where he grew up, how he got into fighting, his experience in ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ TV Show, the trials and tribulations of getting a UFC Contract, the early fights of his career all the way up to where we are now, Julian’s ‘Fight of the...
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#62 - Author - Charlie Westerman
Danny talks with the co-author of “A Twisted History of the United States” - Charlie Westerman, about his upbringing on the outskirts of Chicago, his experiences at The University of Indiana, how quickly he experienced indoctrination in college, the process of creating his first book alongside...
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#61 - UFC Striking Coach - Eddie Barraco/UFC Fighter - Matt Frevola
2 MMA Interviews in One Episode!!! Introducing: UFC Striking Coach out of Xtreme Couture MMA - Eddie Barraco & UFC Fighter - Matt “SteamRolla” Frevola First, Danny talks with Eddie Barraco about his childhood, his Italian roots, how he got into fighting, his transition from fighter to coach, when...
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#60 - Comedian - Darren Carter
Danny talks with Comedian, Darren Carter, about his latest comedy show in Uptown Whittier, how Danny found out about Darren through Joey Diaz, peer pressure, how Whittier’s always been a good comedy town, roasting gangsters/cholos at comedy shows, how Darren got into comedy, Darren’s thoughts on...
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#59 - Homicide Detective/Boxing Cutman - Mike Rodriguez
Danny talks with Homicide Detective and Boxing Cutman Mike Rodriguez about the last time we spoke, the inspiration he’s provided to us at Alternate Take and others, a recap of Mike’s fighters including Mark Magsayo’s latest fight /Manny Pacquiao’s retirement fight/Dmitry Bivol’s victory over…
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#58 - Professional Golf Instructor - George Gankas
Danny talks with Professional Golf Instructor - George Gankas, about how he got into golf, how golf is much more mechanical/technical compared to other sports, George’s reasoning on why people play really good golf, how and when he started teaching/instructing golf, how he maintains enthusiasm…
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#57 - UFC Fighter - Victor Henry
Danny talks with UFC Fighter in the bantamweight division - Victor Henry, about how he got into martial arts, his upbringing in South Gate (CA), a big crossroads in Victor’s life, how it’s been for Victor to be training under UFC great Josh Barnett, his first pro fight, why he’s motivated to…
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#56 - Professional Racing Driver/Stunt Driver/TV Host - Tanner Foust
Danny (joined by his brother-in-law Dylan Bennett) talks with the rally car racing legend - Tanner Foust, about his upbringing across the country and overseas, how Tanner fell in love with cars, the early days of Tanner Foust, how tough it is to enter the business of motorsports without a roadmap...
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#55 - Offensive Coordinator for the Jackson State Tigers - Brett Bartolone
Danny talks with the Offensive Coordinator of Jackson State - Brett Bartolone, about how the community of Jackson (MS) has welcomed him with open arms in his first year, how long we have known each other, where he grew up, how football got into his life, the details of his playing and coaching...
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#54 - Owners of the Gym 'Playhouse Performance' - Kyle Peko & Brody Williams
Danny talks with the Owners of the Sports Performance Gym ‘Playhouse Performance’ - Kyle Peko & Brody Williams - about how the business was started here in Brea (CA), the fitness backgrounds of Kyle and Brody that make them extremely qualified, the professional competition within the kinesiology...
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#53 - Comedian - Jay Mandyam
Danny talks with Comedian Jay Mandyam about The Comedy Store which was the first comedy club to welcome him when he moved to LA in 2010, his thoughts on The Comedy Store Documentary that was released by Showtime in 2021, the TV show ‘I’m Dying Up Here’, the background of Freddie Prinze, Jay’s...
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We Are Alternate Take. A Brand 1st, A Podcast Second.We Are Dedicated to Bringing You Unique Interviews with Legends In:- Comedy- Sports- Music- Film- MMA/Boxing- True Crime/Heroism- Entrepreneurship- Health/Nutrition/Science- Politics- Authorship- LeadershipHost/Creator: Danny RodriguezProduced by: Who CaresIG: @alternatetakepodcastFB: @alternatetakepodcastYT: @alternatetakepodcastStreaming on Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Etc.
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