The Gadiel Del Orbe Show

Episode 59 opens with life updates — Gadiel is back from LA where he attended a friend's wedding, and he checked in on his cigar shop, The Art of Cigar, in San Diego (go show love if you're in town!). Then the story begins: one of Gadiel's closest friends, a man who has supported him through everything — a MAGA conservative, a grandfather — revealed that he believes the Earth is flat. Gadiel recounts the 3-hour debate that followed at the cigar shop: the basement ice-ball "experiment" his friend used as evidence, Gadiel's counter-explanation that humans on Earth are proportionally the size of a hepatitis B virus on a basketball (of course everything looks flat to us), and the history lesson on how Eratosthenes calculated the Earth's circumference in 250 BC using a well, a stick, and a shadow. The breaking point: Gadiel asked his friend, "If 97% of scientists say a bridge will collapse and 3% say it's safe, do you cross it?" His friend said he's crossing the bridge. Gadiel is never debating him again. The lesson — educated people don't debate; an idiot will have you arguing for hours. He connects it to the movie Idiocracy, which predicted everything down to the Crocs, and his own confession of once spending three days arguing with a total stranger in a comment section. But Gadiel is clear: he still loves his friend. He refuses to cut people off over politics — if he did, he wouldn't have any family left. His rule for cutting people off is simpler: if someone consistently raises your cortisol levels, they gotta go — and he shares the story of a comedian friend he recently had to let go for exactly that reason. The episode turns serious with Andrew Tate's arrest for human trafficking and prostitution — Gadiel breaks down the love-bombing and passport-confiscation scheme, and calls out the Jubilee video where a young man said "we need 100 more Andrew Tates." Then the moment that hits hardest: Gadiel's mom came home from the gym heartbroken after overhearing young men openly trashing women — something unheard of in her generation. Gadiel closes with his philosophy on masculinity: a man's job is to make life easier for the people around him. He tells the story of rescuing a date with a flat tire (shout out to the Mexican man who helped change it), and buying and installing an AC for the woman he's currently talking to during a heat wave — expecting nothing in return. Leadership is service. You don't need to neg, love bomb, or play games. Just be you and trust yourself. Timestamps: 00:00 — Updates: LA, a wedding & The Art of Cigar in San Diego 01:45 — "My best friend thinks the Earth is flat" — the 3-hour debate 09:16 — We're viruses on a basketball & how 250 BC proved the Earth is round 15:38 — "97% of scientists say the bridge will collapse. He's crossing it." 21:00 — Andrew Tate arrested + my mom overheard men trashing women at the gym   🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, Gadiel sits down with his friend and fellow Pero Like OG, Maya Murillo. What starts as nostalgic banter turns into an honest conversation about identity, the creator grind, and finding yourself after fame. They get into: • Reuniting as best friends after running in "separate groups" during the Pero Like days • The BuzzFeed hustle — rotating managers, late-night edits, and lying about knowing Premiere to get hired • Being the "no sabo" Latina who didn't speak Spanish — the bullying, and the viral 60-day Spanish challenge she made in response • Why "everybody deserves a seat at the table" no matter how they show up as Latino • The Pero Like Netflix deal — and Gadiel's take on why YouTube already won the streaming war • The four-person team vs. the 50-person crew: how content gets made now • Burnout, isolation in LA, and the pandemic hitting after leaving BuzzFeed • Why fame and money don't cure depression or anxiety — and where peace actually comes from • Moving to NYC as a game changer, and choosing stand-up over internet clout • Chasing greatness and happiness instead of comparison and popularity A comeback story about identity, mental health, and building something real on your own terms. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, support is available — consider reaching out to a trusted person or a local helpline. 🎧 New episodes every week 💬 Join the conversation in the comments ⭐ Follow Maya and her podcast The Super Secret Bestie Club 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, Gadiel sits down in Los Angeles with his day-one friend and former Pero Like / BuzzFeed collaborator, Curly Velasquez. What starts as nostalgic banter turns into one of the most honest conversations on the show. They get into: • The BuzzFeed days — building the Latino platform (Pero Like) from the ground up • When Gadiel first came to LA broke, living out of his car, and Curly gave him a place to crash • Curly's battle with alcoholism, hitting rock bottom, and getting sober • Why "courage only gets tested in hard times" • Turning a career around — from getting lunches to creative director • How media and Hollywood have changed, and how creators actually survive now (social media, YouTube, livestreaming) • Doing work that brings you joy vs. chasing money • "How's your heart doing?" — the check-in question that can change someone's whole day • The "no pressure" mindset and freeing yourself from anxiety A comeback story about friendship, honesty, and building something real — twice. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or mental health, support is available — consider reaching out to a trusted person or a local helpline. 🎧 New episodes every week 💬 Join the conversation in the comments ⭐ Follow Curly and support Latino creators 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

• Aida Rodriguez's journey into comedy • Latino representation in stand-up • Why comedy is an art form • The importance of mentorship • Building a comedy special • Writing and creativity • Fame vs greatness • Social media and validation • Learning from comedy legends • George Lopez, Bill Burr, Richard Pryor and comedy influences • The future of Latino comedians • Why comparison kills creativity • Staying connected to your purpose • Advice for comedians and creators 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

• NYC primary election results • Darializa Avila Chevalier's victory • Dominican representation in politics • Nationalism vs patriotism • Campaign controversies and social media • Zohran Mamdani's influence • Housing affordability crisis • Gentrification and displacement • Affordable housing debate • Why policy discussions matter • Community organizing and civic engagement • The future of New York City politics 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, Gadiel sits down with Camila Uzcategui — a Latina physicist and CEO of Manifest Technology — whom he first met at a Latino executive networking dinner in Napa. What starts as curiosity turns into a full nerd-out about the nature of reality. They get into: • How Camila went from immigrant to physics PhD and tech CEO — and broke every stereotype doing it • Manifest Technology and the science behind her work in advanced materials • Chaos theory, fractals, and how chaos organizes itself into the universe • Time dilation, gravity, and why traveling near the speed of light stops time • Stephen Hawking's atomic-clock experiment and the astronaut "twin" effect • The double-slit experiment, the observer effect, and Schrödinger's cat • Parallel universes, the multiverse, and quantum entanglement being used in the real world • Gadiel's personal story of leaving religion and falling in love with science • Why science education matters — especially for Latinos and lower-income communities • The Plastic Detox documentary, microplastics, endocrine disruptors, fertility, and green chemistry If you've ever felt cheated out of a real science education, this one's for you. 0:00 Meet The Latina Physicist & CEO 🚀 4:00 How 3D Printing Could Change Medicine 10:00 Why Curiosity Matters More Than Intelligence 16:00 Time Travel Is Actually Real ⏳ 24:00 The Twin Experiment That Proved Time Dilation 37:00 Parallel Universes & Quantum Mechanics 🤯 53:00 Why I Left Religion To Understand Science 1:05:00 Why More Latinos Should Study Physics 1:10:00 Plastic, Health & The Future Of Materials 🎧 New episodes every week 💬 Join the conversation in the comments ⭐ Leave a 5-star review 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this interview episode, Gadiel sits down with Darializa Avila Chevalier, who is running for Congress in New York's 13th Congressional District — representing Harlem, Washington Heights, Kingsbridge, and parts of the Bronx. She is the first Afro-Latina Dominican woman to run for this seat, challenging five-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat. Darializa opens by explaining who she is: a daughter of Dominican immigrants, born in the US, raised between New York, Miami, the DR, and Caracas while her parents tried to find stable footing. She's been an organizer for 14 years, working to end sexual violence on campus, fighting mass incarceration, and getting people out of ICE detention. She was working on her PhD in sociology at CUNY when Justice Democrats — the same group that recruited AOC — asked her to run. She thought it was a prank. The conversation digs into the real issues facing NY-13. The district is the second poorest congressional district in New York State. 40% of children live below the poverty line. Rent is $4,000 for a two-bedroom. The district is 88% renters — one of the highest rates in the country. Median income is $57,000 while you need $190,000 to live comfortably in NYC. She's running on a "Babies Not Bombs" platform: redirect the billion dollars a day being spent on the Iran war back into housing, education, healthcare, and childhood poverty reduction. Gadiel asks about AIPAC — Darializa explains how the special interest lobby has given her opponent over $150,000 and has pushed the country toward war while funding politicians on both sides. She also addresses the "democratic socialist" label, explaining it in terms of values rather than titles: if you work every day, you should be able to afford to live. If your kids go to school, it should be a good school. If you pay taxes, you should see where they go. One of the most powerful moments comes when Gadiel shares his own experience trying to get help from Espaillat's office with an SBA loan issue affecting 400,000 people — and getting no response. Darializa reveals that she herself, as an organizer in the district for 14 years, had never substantively spoken to Espaillat until a debate they had that same day. "I don't think people should have to run for office to hear from their representative." Gadiel then asks questions submitted by Trump supporters from the district: about cost of living, the trains getting more expensive and worse, section 8 protections, and help for single mothers. Darializa answers each one directly, connecting the failures people are experiencing to specific policy choices and the influence of corporate money in politics. The episode closes with Darializa's answer to why people should trust her: she's an organizer, not a savior. She doesn't believe one person can fix everything. But she believes that when a community comes together and has someone in Congress willing to use every lever available, they can win the things they deserve. Primary Day is June 23rd. If you live in NY-13, this is the episode to watch before you vote. Timestamps: 00:00 — Meet Darializa — first Afro-Latina Dominican woman running for Congress 06:12 — "40% of our kids live in poverty" — housing, ICE & what she'll actually do 15:30 — Democratic socialism explained: not Venezuela, it's your kid going to a good school 25:45 — AIPAC, Espaillat & running for office just to talk to her own congressman 35:00 — Trump supporters from the district ask their questions 🗳️ PRIMARY DAY: June 23rd Follow Darializa: @darilizaforny Website: darilizaforcongress.com 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Junior O Comedy (@juniorocomedy) returns to The Gadiel Del Orbe Show for what becomes one of the most personal episodes of the series. The episode opens with Junior talking about his recent trips to Puerto Rico — the rising cost of living ($500K apartments in San Juan, Americans buying up land), the food truck boom, and why second and third generation Puerto Ricans are trying to move back to rediscover their roots. But the island is changing fast: the governor is privatizing beaches, foreign investors are getting tax incentives to buy land, and the culture is being sold off piece by piece. They react to Arcángel's viral Madrid speech together — a Dominican and a Puerto Rican breaking down why thanking Spain for colonization is historically wrong and culturally painful. The conversation flows into Don Omar vs. Daddy Yankee (Junior has a hot take), Cardi B being surprisingly politically aware, and why Daddy Yankee becoming a pastor feels off. The episode takes a turn when Junior opens up about his family. His mom struggles with mental health — bipolar disorder, never properly medicated — and has 23 cats in the house. His dad served in Vietnam and came back with trauma. Gadiel and Junior have an honest conversation about mental health stigma in the Latino community, how "loca" has been used to dismiss real conditions, and why the Caribbean community needs to stop treating mental illness as something to be embarrassed about. Despite growing up in that environment, Junior chose to get married — 13 years now. He shares what actually makes marriage work: having hard conversations instead of letting things fester, going to therapy (he had to push for it, not his wife), choosing someone you can be bored with, and rejecting the "happy wife, happy life" cliché in favor of honest partnership. Gadiel, still single at 39, asks the questions every single person wants answered. The episode closes with a love letter to Puerto Rican culture, the DR-PR alliance that almost was, and a plug for their joint Juneteenth show at Comic Strip Live on June 19th. Timestamps: 00:00 — Junior O is back! Puerto Rico's cost of living & Americans buying the island 09:15 — Arcángel thanked Spain for colonizing us — a Dominican and Puerto Rican react 14:07 — Puerto Rico's beaches are being privatized & the governor nobody wanted 22:00 — "My mom has 23 cats" — Junior opens up about mental health & Latino stigma 29:44 — 13 years married: the REAL secret (hard conversations, therapy & being bored together) 🎤 UPCOMING SHOWS: Juneteenth — June 19th at Comic Strip Live (Gadiel & Junior together!) Arizona — June 21st (Father's Day!)   🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this solo episode, Gadiel tackles a hot take he discussed with his friend Jasmine over dinner: the dating pool is harder for women than it is for men. He breaks down the math — 80% more women are educated than men, so educated women are picking from a shrinking pool of qualified partners. They need someone educated, socially conscious, and a good decision-maker. He introduces the "Melania vs. Michelle" test: do you want to date someone who just needs their bills paid, or someone who's an equal partner? Finding a Michelle is hard because the dating pool is full of men who don't meet the bar. He then addresses the height debate head-on. At 5'6 (he rounds up from 5'6.5), Gadiel is completely secure about his height — and credits his uncle, who's 5'3 and has always been the leader of every group he's in. He argues that women say they want a tall guy, but what they actually want is the leader of the friend group. He shares a story about his sister dating a tall, handsome Dominican man who turned out to be a terrible decision-maker, and how her attraction disappeared when she realized he couldn't lead. The episode shifts when Gadiel reacts to Fresh & Fit's Myron saying "vaginas are disgusting" on camera, admitting he hasn't gone down on a woman since 2014, and declaring "a woman's ejaculation is irrelevant." Gadiel's reaction is explosive — he argues that no straight man would ever say this, and shares the advice his Dominican father gave him at 14: "You better learn how to please a woman, or she'll leave you for a man like me." He makes the case that true masculinity is about service — satisfying the people around you, leading by giving, and making your partner feel valued. He connects it to why Caribbean men specifically understand this, and why men who follow red pill content are setting themselves up to get left. He closes with a passionate defense of women: they create life, they perform miracles, they are treasures. And any man who goes online to trash them is revealing more about himself than about women. An educated, smart woman with self-worth will never stay with a man who treats her poorly — only women with unhealed trauma tolerate that. Timestamps: 00:00 — The dating pool is harder for women: the Melania vs. Michelle test 05:24 — Red pill content is creating LQB men everywhere 06:31 — I'm 5'6 and I don't care — the height debate & my uncle at 5'3 11:47 — Reacting to Fresh & Fit: "vaginas are disgusting"?! BRO. 17:16 — "My dad told me at 14..." — Dominican wisdom & why real men handle business 🎤 UPCOMING SHOWS: Arizona — June 21st (Father's Day!) 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

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: [email protected] 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

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!) 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

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   🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this solo episode, Gadiel tackles dating in New York City head-on. He opens with the economics of it — a first date in NYC runs around $180 on average, cocktails cost $19 each (you could buy the whole bottle for that price), and meanwhile she's posting "self-care" on her story and didn't even take a picture of you. He shares a dating horror story from LA where his date spent the entire dinner on her phone taking photos of the food but never once took a photo of him. Gadiel breaks down how millennials and Gen Z are ditching dating apps and opting for book clubs and in-person meetups instead. He talks about the cultural differences in dating — how Caribbean women in NYC are thoughtful and offer to Venmo you after a date (even though you say no), while LA women don't even say thank you. He shouts out NYC women in their late 30s and 40s who have careers, know what they want, and are holding it down. The conversation takes a turn into Dominican culture with the Sanky Panky phenomenon — men in the Dominican Republic who wait on beaches for American and European women to fall in love with them so they can get a visa. Gadiel shares a personal encounter with a Sanky Panky and breaks down why these guys speak four languages out of sheer determination to leave the island. He then reacts to the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, the viral moment of a boomer casually eating his salad during the chaos, and reflects on the state of the world in 2026 — how our nervous systems are fried from constant bad news and how he's been journaling to recenter himself. He closes with love for New York City, gratitude for his audience, and a reminder that he's here every Wednesday. Timestamps: 00:00 — "$180 for a date and she posted 'self-care'" — dating in NYC is a scam 04:52 — NYC women are built different — Caribbean women vs. LA women 07:00 — Gen Z men are quitting dating & Sanky Pankys in DR 12:03 — The White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting & the boomer eating salad 18:48 — Journaling, nervous systems & why NYC is still the best city 🎥 Full video on YouTube: [LINK] Clips on TikTok & IG: @GadielDelOrbe New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review! Business / booking: [email protected] 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

This is a solo episode — no guest, no filter, just Gadiel talking directly to the audience about what the last week actually looked like behind the scenes. He opens up about feeling stuck in routine, going on stage every night but not pushing himself, not writing new material, and falling into the trap of coasting on crowd work and improv instead of doing the hard work of crafting new jokes. He talks about the isolation of being your own boss, the comparison trap of watching other comedians blow up, and the constant tension between hustling and actually living your life. The turning point came when his mentor, Ida Rodriguez — one of the top nationally touring female comedians with specials on Netflix, HBO, and Showtime — flew into New York City. After four days of hanging out, eating with friends, and getting real mentorship, Gadiel walked away with a clear blueprint: sit down and write every morning, build structure around your ADHD, stop hiding behind crowd work, and get out into the world to find inspiration from different art forms. He shares the story of a chef who found inspiration in an art museum and used it to build a massively successful restaurant — and how that same principle applies to comedy. Gadiel closes with his focus going forward: signal over noise. One goal — write and craft the strongest hour of comedy he's ever created, in both English and Spanish, and take it everywhere. He also leaves the audience with a challenge: notice how many times you complain or make excuses this week, and cut it out. Timestamps: 00:00 — "Nobody talks about chasing your dream at 40" 05:30 — Going through the motions — killing on stage but cheating myself 12:00 — Ida Rodriguez flew in and gave me the blueprint 20:00 — "You need to experience life to create art" 28:00 — Signal vs. Noise — what I'm doing next   🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

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: [email protected] 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Gadiel shares his experience being in a “dark place” ADHD, rumination, and overthinking explained The pressure of being a one-man team Why happiness isn’t external Reaction to viral Santiago Matías controversy Discussion on respect, identity, and empathy Why these conversations matter today 0:00 – I Was In A Dark Place… 2:00 – ADHD, Overthinking & Feeling Stuck 5:00 – Why Happiness Doesn’t Come From Outside 9:00 – The Viral Controversy Explained 17:00 – Why This Moment Was Disrespectful 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, we cover: Kenstarrrz’s transition from social worker to content creator The viral video that changed his life Getting fired after blowing up online Losing and rebuilding his audience multiple times How to stay consistent as a creator Why most people fail at content creation 💡 Key Takeaways: “Post until you’re annoying.” “You never know what’s going to hit.” “Consistency beats everything.” 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, we cover: Mr. Nueva Yol’s journey in comedy and content How Latino creators can build without Hollywood Why live streaming is becoming the new TV The shift from traditional media to digital platforms How to monetize content and grow your audience The importance of adapting to new trends 💡 Key Takeaway: The creators who win are the ones who understand both content AND business—and adapt faster than everyone else. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, we're reunited with two of the podcast's original voices — Black Rose and Norberto — for a wide-ranging conversation that touches culture, sports, dating, and the state of modern masculinity. What we cover: ⚾ World Baseball Classic Recap 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. 📺 Louis Theroux's Inside the Manosphere — Documentary Review 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. 💬 One-Way Monogamy, "Princess So" & Modern Dating 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. 🐀 The Rat Utopia Experiment A fascinating social experiment that might explain everything happening in gender dynamics right now — from men going inward to women opting out. 💪 A Message to Young Men 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. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode Gadiel talks about: The advice that changed his life forever Leaving the Navy and starting a new path How asking for opportunities opened doors His early days at BuzzFeed and creative hustle Sleeping in his car while chasing a dream Lessons from The Artist’s Way about creativity Why imperfect work leads to breakthroughs The importance of community and family Why stepping away from social media created clarity 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Channel milestone: monetization + 30K subscribers Prime Time Mondays live stream (Mondays at 8PM) Dominican Independence Day weekend recap (NYC vibes + culture moments) Veteran perspective on war anxiety and what it does to communities Feeling conflicted: moral complexity + fear of escalation Social media doomscrolling + how narratives spread fast Healthcare/Medicaid concerns and who gets hurt first Listener call-in: drop your thoughts (agree/disagree) + community shoutouts Subscribe, review the audio show, and keep building the movement 00:00 — Big update: Monetized + 30K subs (thank you!) 02:04 — Dominican Independence Day weekend… then we wake up to chaos 03:09 — Veteran POV: why war headlines hit different (and why I’m conflicted) 06:20 — My theory: how social media hype can push real-world decisions 08:36 — Why healthcare/Medicaid cuts break my heart more than the headlines 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Norberto’s back + shoutouts to the day ones (Passion, Paola, listeners) Willie Colón deep dive: musical legacy, cultural influence, progressive themes in classic songs The uncomfortable conversation: legacy vs later politics How Twitter/X misinformation spreads fast and shapes real-world consequences The Latino responsibility conversation: artists, platforms, and speaking up Romeo Santos & Prince Royce reactions + why “PR statements” don’t land Bad Bunny halftime show: representation, NYC Latino culture on the biggest stage Why the performance hit emotionally: pride + nostalgia + unity Closing thoughts + community call: comment, subscribe, keep the convo going 00:00 — Norberto’s back + why this moment for Latinos feels heavy 02:10 — Willie Colón’s genius… and the controversy nobody wants to address 05:05 — How Twitter/X + propaganda rewires people (and it’s scary) 08:00 — Romeo Santos & Prince Royce: the silence, the backlash, the PR talk 10:40 — Bad Bunny’s halftime show: pride, nostalgia, and why we got emotional 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

00:00 — Dominican podcasts going viral for anti-Blackness (this is wild)02:05 — “Dominicans are ugly because they’re Black” — why that’s dangerous04:20 — Eurocentric beauty standards + internalized racism (the real root)06:40 — Why leaving DR changes your perspective on Dominican beauty09:10 — Education is the antidote: how we stop ignorance from spreadingViral Dominican clips promoting anti-Blackness and colorismWhy “Black features = ugly” is internalized racismEurocentric beauty standards in DR: how colonization still shows up todayDominican diversity and Afro-Latino identity: pride over self-hatePersonal story: how these ideas affect kids growing upWhy education matters (books, reading, raising critical thinkers)Building a healthier online community: accountability without crueltyListener shoutouts + what you want next (solo vs guests vs co-host) 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show didn’t just entertain—it represented. I break down why it made me emotional, how Ricky Martin’s surprise moment landed, and why Latino pride felt louder than the actual game. Then I get real about last week’s episode with my Trump-supporting childhood friend—why I took it down, what the comments taught me, and how we can challenge ideas without destroying people. 00:00 — Bad Bunny made history… and it hit me in the chest02:05 — Ricky Martin surprised everyone (and the message was LOUD) 04:10 — I was in the club during halftime… the WHOLE place erupted06:25 — Why I think this show was bigger than the actual game 08:20 — Why I took down the “Latinos for Trump” episode (real empathy) 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

00:00 — My best friend is a Latino Trump supporter… let’s talk03:12 — “Politics shouldn’t end friendships” (but can it?)07:45 — ICE raids: “I don’t support the tactics… but I still voted Trump”12:30 — Tariffs + economy: “I want more money in my pocket”18:55 — Birthright citizenship + “Would you still vote for him?” (heated) 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Junior’s viral stance on Latinos who voted for TrumpThe “economy under Trump” argument—and why it sticksWhen political identity becomes ego (“I can’t be wrong”)Fox News: news vs entertainment vs propagandaWhy Democrats struggle to message and mobilizeActivism vs burnout: how to stay engaged without breakingSocial media addiction, isolation, and “brain rot” cultureMovies, culture wars, and how propaganda spreads through mediaWhy comedians feel responsible to address the “elephant in the room” 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

The origin story of Morir SoñandoCreating a Dominican lane inside NYC comedyWhy bilingual comedy is the strategy (Spanish + English)Selling out shows + proving the market to venues/industryBranding + marketing lessons from building momentumDominican family chaos, dating hot takes, and culture talkTheir long-term vision: platform, pipeline, and production companyHow to support: shows, Instagram, Patreon 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this solo episode, we dive into a significant event from the past week in the United States. We'll watch together an ICE shooting video, providing a live reaction and assessing its content. Join me as we discuss this latest news and analyze the footage. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe 📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review! 💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Podcast en español (con momentos en inglés) y conversación sin libreto.Angelo Colina: de hacer stand-up en inglés a conectar con el circuito en español.Por qué “traducir” material no siempre traduce el ritmo ni la reacción del público.Identidad: cómo cambia el personaje escénico entre inglés y español.El valor del contexto cultural: en español hay cosas que no tienes que explicar.Venezuela y la diáspora: el peso de la narrativa pública vs la experiencia vivida.Un mensaje central: si vas a opinar, escucha y comparte voces venezolanas.Cierre: empatía, escucha y respeto por la realidad de la gente.00:00 — “Este podcast va en español…” (arrancamos sin filtro)05:10 — Comedia en Español vs Inglés: “Traducir chistes no traduce la reacción”12:40 — Dos personalidades en tarima: el ‘yo’ en inglés vs el ‘yo’ en español24:30 — Venezuela, narrativa y dolor: “No me expliques mi país”40:20 — Lo que Angelo quiere que pase: escuchar voces venezolanas + respeto al voto 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Year-end message + gratitude to the day-one listenersWhat 2026 could look like for the podcastAvatar reaction: entertainment vs “overthinking” moviesZoe Saldaña discourse + why we shouldn’t expect activism from every celebrityRomeo/Prince Royce backlash and why the topic feels so polarizingDominican community politics, economic frustration, and divisionDR health insurance scandal, corruption, and how medical debt destroys familiesFinal message: unity, community, love, and open conversation 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Episode NotesHow Splou’s Spanglish style became his viral signatureThe truth about working two jobs while building a brandWhy “record it now” beats overthinking every timeHow he detached from obsessing over views/likesThe Romeo Santos repost that turned into a real opportunityInstagram comedy vs stand-up: building respect in comedy clubsDominican / Afro-Latino representation and why it mattersWhat’s next: stand-up, bigger rooms, bigger moves 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Birthday show recap + packed house energyBarkers/tourists: “I thought this was SNL…” momentsNYC nightlife mission + things closing earlier than beforeDating labels: girlfriend/boyfriend vs “partner” vs “my lady”Real talk on relationships, trust, and “we were on a break”Friendship + intimacy: can you stay cool after sleeping together?Community vibes + gratitude to supporters 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode of The Gadiel Del Orbe Show, Gadiel sits down with Dominican–Cuban alternative hip hop artist and producer, Antone Now – a 17-year-old who started making beats at 10 and never waited for anyone’s permission.They talk about:Growing up making beats in his bedroom with YouTube tutorialsWhy he never wanted to be a rapper at first — and what changedLearning production, visuals, and branding completely DIYHis biggest influences: Kanye West (musically), Tyler, The Creator, Childish Gambino, JPEGMAFIA, Gene DawsonAlternative hip hop, hyperpop, rock and genre-blending soundsThe problem with today’s rap and why the bar feels so lowMaking music on your phone, GarageBand, and how easy it is to startWhy failing early is a superpower and why you should “just do it”00:00 – The Prodigy IntroDominican–Cuban kid who started making beats at 10 years old.02:45 – From Drawing to Digital Art & BeatsHow loving computers and visuals led him into production.05:00 – “I Never Wanted to Be a Rapper”The moment he went from producer in the background to artist on stage.10:45 – Influences: Kanye, Tyler, Gambino & Being Truly UniqueWhy copying at first can actually help you find your own sound.24:10 – “Anyone Can Make Music… Not Everyone Is an Artist”Harsh truths about the current state of hip hop & advice for young creators.The importance of authenticity, not faking a mysterious personaHow being Dominican–Cuban shapes his identity and future visionConnect with Antone Now:IG / TikTok / X: @antonenowConnect with Gadiel:IG / TikTok / YouTube: @gadieldelorbe 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Ariel Espinal – Dominican entrepreneur and restaurateur, part of the team behind MamaSushi and Lena in New York City.In this episode, we talk about:How Ariel went from a 13-year-old towel boy at a country club to working his way through New York’s restaurant sceneWhy he walked away from automotive school after realizing he was already making “mechanic money” as a runnerThe behind-the-scenes story of MamaSushi Harlem and how a viral video helped blow it upOpening MamaSushi Bronx and Lena in a historic Italian neighborhoodWhat really matters when choosing a restaurant location and building a conceptSurviving the pandemic with a brand-new restaurant and negotiating with landlordsA failed Florida restaurant, what he learned, and why you “can’t be afraid to fail”How his biggest fear (being homeless) keeps him hungry and focusedWhy being a giver – with customers, staff, and community – is one of his keys to success00:00 – From Country Club Towel Boy to Restaurant Boss07:55 – The Moment He Chose Restaurants Over College & Mechanics15:50 – “I Wanted to Quit”: Almost Walking Away from MamaSushi21:20 – Building MamaSushi Bronx & Opening During a Pandemic33:40 – Why Failing in Florida Made Him Better (and His Biggest Fear) 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this chaotic and heartfelt episode, Gadiel Del Orbe is joined by Dominican stand-up comedian Glorelys Mora and Mexican creator Norberto Briceño for one of the wildest cultural conversations yet.They dive into:FAMILY & THANKSGIVING DRAMAWhy Glorelys blocked her entire familyCorona vs Modelo → A real Latino family warMicro-aggressions in Latino householdsCASA DE ALOFOKE CULTURAL TAKEOVERWhy every Dominican household spent Thanksgiving watching itHow Dominican reality TV connects the diasporaLATINO IDENTITY & CULTUREBeing told you’re “not Dominican enough”Dominican vs Mexican identity in the U.S.Colorism, gatekeeping & reclaiming cultureCreating independent Latino media vs Hollywood stereotypesDATING, LOVE & HEARTBREAKLove bombing, exes, and red flagsDating after 30What Latinos actually want in relationshipsThe fear of repeating generational patternsCAREER & PURPOSEComedy as a weaponCreating independent Latino contentGoals for 2026: writing, discipline, love, purposeThis episode is funny, messy, deep, chaotic, cultural, and emotional all at once — just like real Latino life. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Gadiel and Jasmine have a raw, funny, and real conversation about starting over, identity, and breaking cycles. 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.They talk about the reality behind “I hit six figures”, 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.From there, the conversation goes deep into:Growing up in the Bronx projects and still finding joyBeing labeled the “black sheep” and “snob” for asking questionsCycle breaking: questioning family scripts, beliefs, and traditionsHow education and critical thinking can cause tension at homePolitics, NYC, Zohran Mamdani, and frustration with leadershipClassism & colorism in the Dominican Republic and the U.S.Consumerism, brands, Jordans, and why minimalism feels betterSelling books vs. selling sneakers (and why the books hurt more)Fantasy & sci-fi, Octavia Butler, and how reading shapes your mindAstrophysics, curiosity, and trying to grow intellectually while creatingIf you're a first-gen kid, a creative thinking of leaving your job, or someone trying to break generational cycles and live more intentionally, this episode will hit home.Connect with Jasmine:📸 Instagram: @thejasmineruiz🎥 TikTok: @thejasmineruiz (or The Jazz Ruiz style handle, update as needed)☕ Coffee Brand: @moments.coffee.nycConnect with Gadiel:You already know. Subscribe, rate 5 stars, and share this episode with another cycle breaker. 💥 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Guest:Josie Caballero – Trans Latina Navy veteran and democratic socialist running for Montgomery County Council At-Large (MD)In this episode we talk about:How Josie and Gadiel met in the Navy and why she feels like familyWhat it’s like running for office as a trans woman in such a divisive momentWhy terms like socialism, communism, and capitalism are so misunderstood“American socialism” explained through Medicare, VA benefits, public schools, roads, firefighters, and Social SecurityHow we got from FDR and the New Deal to today’s corporate-driven economyThe Dunning-Kruger effect and why so many people are confident but wrong about politicsJosie’s turning point: from conservative Republican to democratic socialistWhy the housing crisis exists (private equity, “luxury” buildings, and fake “affordable” units)How rent control, public housing, and better building standards could actually fix itICE, raids, and why Josie says we’re already edging into an authoritarian stateWhat due process really means — and why it matters for citizens and immigrantsJosie’s policy priorities:52% of the county operating budget guaranteed for schools3% rent cap with no loopholesEnforcing the law against ICE when it breaks itSupport Josie’s campaign:Website: joseformaryland.comConnect & Join the Conversation:Tell us what you agreed with, what you disagreed with, and what you’re still confused about.Leave a comment or DM Gadiel with your thoughts and questions for a future follow-up episode. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

En este episodio hablamos de:Por qué este es el primer episodio 100% en español del podcastLa escena de teatro y stand up en Puerto Rico y cómo Chente se obsesionó con la comediaEl origen de su podcast: de “carta de presentación” a máquina de llenar teatrosLa pandemia, dejar el stand up por un tiempo y convertirse en podcaster de lunes a viernesEl momento en que se dio cuenta que el público iba por el podcast (gracias al intro song)Las entrevistas grandes: Bad Bunny, Residente y el poder real del InternetGiras por Nueva York, Orlando, Florida y Dallas: discotecas, restaurantes y aprender a matar en cualquier escenarioQué haría Chente si perdiera su canal y tuviera que empezar desde ceroEl futuro de la música latina, los instrumentos y la influencia de Bad BunnyLa escena dominicana: La Casa, Santiago Matías, Michael, MiCae y la presión de mandar $500Cancel culture, “pide perdón” y cómo se vive un intento de cancelación desde adentroLa diferencia entre comedy clubs y teatros, negocios, garantías y porcentajesEl sueño de una gira full teatros y cómo se ve ese próximo nivel para un comediante latino  🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Episode Notes:Topics: anti-intellectualism; capitalism vs. lived reality; immigration narratives; redlining & history; algorithms/echo chambers; community; men’s mental health; education & healthcare access.Guest: Reuben Perez — PhD candidate in Sociology (focus: housing, inequality). Instagram: @Plata_knowsKey takeaways:Narratives shape what we believe about work, worth, and who “deserves” resources.Housing costs track global capital & policy—not migrant neighbors.Data rarely beats identity; community + conversation matter.Chapters:0:00 Intro & why this conversation1:46 Sociology’s view on capitalism8:35 Immigration selection & “model minority” myth32:48 The real drivers of housing prices46:13 Book bans, echo chambers, anti-intellectualismCTA: New episodes every Wednesday. Rate & review to support the show.Live show: Dec 11 – Broadway Comedy Club .Credits: Host—Gadiel Del Orbe. Guest—Reuben Perez 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In This Episode:Leaving BuzzFeed & the transition to independent creatorBurnout & depression in L.A.Selling everything & moving to NYC to reignite the grindThe difference between L.A. and New York comedy scenesOwning your narrative and building something for the cultureUpcoming Birthday Show @ Broadway Comedy Club (Dec 11)Pull Quotes:“You can’t wait for someone to write your story — you have to create it.”“I used to chase viral. Now I chase alignment.”“YouTube made me — now I’m rebuilding on my own terms.”CTA:👉 Rate & review on Apple Podcasts / Spotify and drop a comment on YouTube: what do you want to see next?Links & Socials:🎟 Tickets → gadieldelorbe.com / @GadielDelOrbe📺 YouTube → The Gadiel Del Orbe Show📸 IG / TikTok → @GadielDelOrbe 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

“Material Boy”: why it’s joke-dense and built for rewatch valueThe Chappelle mantra: Write fasterSeller audition stories + following monsters on stageCrowd work vs. material in the TikTok eraBuilding an audience before the industry callsTouring overseas and pressure-testing the hourKeeping your personal life private in public careersLinks & CTAsWatch Ian’s special “Material Boy” (YouTube + major free streamers)Follow Ian: @IanLaraLiveTell us your favorite bit in the comments + rate the show ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode:The group chat leak & why “they’re just kids” doesn’t flyWhen comics say “no”: the No Kings Day backoutStreamers, shock value & the outrage economyImmigration rhetoric, Medicaid myths, tariffs & farmersAre we trapped in media bubbles—or seeing clearly?Politicians on podcasts: access or propaganda?Is social media ruining art—or exposing weak craft?Timestamps00:00 – The Leak: Inside the “young Republican” group chat02:40 – Infantilizing men? Why 24–32 isn’t “just kids”12:18 – Streamers & shock: How Aiden/Neon normalize slurs for clout26:52 – Immigration myths, Medicaid & the “blame the poor” playbook49:58 – Algorithm vs Art: Are comedy, hip-hop & film getting worse?GuestsNorberto Briceño — educator, writer, cultural commentatorBlack Rose — comedian & storytellerCall to actionIf you dug the episode, rate & review, share with a friend, and tell us in the comments: is social media killing the craft—or just changing it? 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Hosts: Gadiel Del Orbe, Norberto Briceño, Black RoseTopics Covered:Zoran Mamdani and the future of NYC busesWorking-class transportation and equityComedy in Harlem & Hispanic Heritage MonthHow comedians adjust their sets by boroughInfluencer politics & social media propagandaFights, respect, and street stories from NYCComedy vs Culture: Why authenticity mattersPull Quotes:“Comedy in the Bronx is different from Harlem — you gotta earn it.”“Free buses aren’t crazy — they’re equity.”“Don’t follow leaders blindly. Question everyone.”CTA:If you laughed or learned, subscribe on YouTube and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!Share your favorite moment in the comments — you might get a shout-out next episode 🔥Socials:YouTube: The Gadiel Del Orbe ShowIG / TikTok @GadielDelOrbeGuest handles @BlackRose @NorbertoBricenoGear: Sony A7S III / FX30 • Shure MV7 • Zoom H6n • Amaran 150c • OBS Multi-RTMP  🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Guest: Drew Hernandez — “The Combat Veteran”Topics:Veteran comedy that crossed over beyond identityGoing viral in 2016 + the video-meme eraBurnout, trust, and rebuilding after fameFacebook pays, TikTok changed attentionMicro-crew filmmaking (3 people, big results)Reinvention: from sketches → stand-up → directingLatin music side-quest: Bad Bunny, salsa & bachata greatsHighlights / Pull-Quotes:“Do it for yourself first.”“You don’t need a studio—just a story and a small crew.”“Reinvention keeps you alive creatively.”Call to Action:If you laughed or learned, rate & follow on Apple/Spotify and share with a friend. Drop your favorite moment in a review—we might read it next episode.Socials:YouTube: The Gadiel Del Orbe ShowIG/TikTok: @GadielDelOrbeGuest: @jokesbydrewSupport the Show:Sponsorships & bookings: [email protected] jar: Venmo @gadieldelorbe 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

This week on the podcast, Gadiel Del Orbe is joined by Norberto Briceño and Black Rose for an unfiltered, funny, and culture-packed conversation about the headlines everybody’s talking about.We cover:🎶 Cardi B’s new track “Bodega Baddie” and how it represents the Bronx, Dominican women, and NYC bodega culture.🏈 Bad Bunny headlining the Super Bowl halftime show — what it means for Puerto Rico, Latino pride, and the music industry.😂 Dominican vs Puerto Rican Comedy Showdown — behind the scenes from Gadiel’s sold-out weekend shows and why these events are bringing communities together.🏛 Eric Adams dropping out of the NYC mayoral race — what this means for the city’s future and why politics always finds its way into comedy.📱 TikTok buyout drama — could U.S. control of the app change how creators share their voice?Expect laughs, real talk, and sharp perspectives on Latino culture, comedy, and NYC politics.  🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, we sit down with Dominican comedy superstar and streamer Ivan Manito alongside the always-hilarious Comedian Black Rose. We dive into the making of La Factoria — the Dominican “Office”-style web series that hit over 100K views — and talk honestly about ownership, sponsorships, and why creators don’t need Hollywood to succeed.Expect laughs, behind-the-scenes stories about casting and production, and candid conversations about relationships, social media, and the hustle of building comedy careers in NYC.If you’re into Dominican comedy, Latino creators, stand-up, and the business of entertainment, this episode is for you. 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

In this episode, Gadiel sits down with comedians Davinci and BlackRose for a raw, hilarious, and unfiltered conversation about comedy, culture, and the movement behind the Dominican Comedy Revolution.They talk about:The rise of Dominican and Afro-Latino comedians in NYCComedy “beef,” authenticity, and giving flowers to mentorsGrowing up in Washington Heights and lessons from the blockWhy accountability and respect are key to growthHilarious stories from street fights to first showsBuilding a true Dominican Comedy Revolution for the next generationTimestamp Highlights0:00 – Kicking off with Davinci & BlackRose: Dominican comedy energy2:00 – Comedy beef? Giving flowers vs. jealousy in the scene4:55 – From basketball dreams to stand-up: Davinci’s comedy origin8:40 – Building the Dominican Revolution through culture & comedy14:30 – Accountability, respect, and lessons from the old heads23:00 – Street fight stories: bats, chairs, and surviving NYC33:00 – Culture clash: dancing, family, and what outsiders don’t get39:00 – Afro-Latino roots, African influence, and embracing blackness46:00 – Performing for all audiences: going beyond Dominican crowds55:00 – Supporters, boundaries, and the reality of fame1:01:00 – Goodnight calls to the homies (masculinity & love)1:04:45 – Final thoughts: Florida shows, the movement, and what’s next 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

In this episode, Gadiel sits down with Black Rose and Zipporah (Tantra Coach & Somatic Therapist) for a raw and eye-opening conversation on what Tantra really is—and what it isn’t.We dive into:The truth about Tantra as a lifestyle (beyond just sex)How to create deeper intimacy through ritual, breathwork, and intentionHealing sexual shame and breaking free from porn conditioningWhy slowing down increases pleasure (for men AND women)The role of cannabis and mindfulness in heightening sensualityThe importance of consent, boundaries, and open communication in relationshipsReal talk on sex clubs, shibari, and conscious celibacyZipporah 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.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.Follow Zippora: @zippora.thehighpriestess | https://sacrederos.com/listing/zipporah-tantra-therapist/Follow Black Rose: @iamblackrosenyc 🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]

Big themes: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 youthActionable takeaways:Invest time/money in youth programs, test prep, and mentorship.Attend your local community board—track where funds go and advocate for youth/education.Start small, consistent conversations in real life (family tables, group chats, barbershops).Books mentioned (great starters):The Afro-Latin@ Reader • Latino Inc. (Arlene Dávila) • Making Hispanics (Cristina Mora) • Hopeful Girls, Troubled Boys (Nancy López)Guest: Dominican sociology PhD researcher (IG/TikTok: @plata_knows)Host asks: If this added value, drop a 5-star rating, comment your takeaways, and share with a friend who’ll push the convo forward.Why it matters: ideas shape budgets, schools, and who gets seen/heard.How to help: show up locally, fund youth and literacy, mentor, and keep the conversation going.Resources: The Afro-Latin@ Reader • Latino Inc. • Making Hispanics • Hopeful Girls, Troubled Boys.  🎥  Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣  New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼  Business / booking: [email protected]