The Minority Report Podcast
by Isaiah Kawesa, Juan Prado, and Yadiel Solis Garcia
The Minority Report Podcast is dedicated to highlighting the different stories, perspectives, and experiences of minorities. We aim to create proactive dialogue that will further consciousness among our generation as we navigate through adulthood.
Episodes
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S3: Episode 6| “Do we REALLY have the same 24 hours?"
Hello Everyone! In this episode, the boys are back to discuss recent comments made by a famous insta influencer. We first discuss the notion of social media promoting poor people shaming and the culture that brings. In addition, we talk about why this culture does more harm than good. Later on…
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S3: Episode 5| “We’re back from the store🥛”
Hey everyone, it been a while! Over the past few months the guys have had some some big life changes, from moving out of state to moving out of the country. New endeavors in education and meeting new people. It took a while for all of us to get into the flow of our new situations but we are now...
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S3: Episode 4| "How To Catch A Predator"
Hello everyone, In this episode, the crew is all back to discuss current events. We first discuss the future of each our crew members and what that will mean for all us. We then move on to talk about hectic fans in sports and suspect things happening around sports figures. In addition, we talk...
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S3: Episode 3| "Cancel Culture Cancels Mangoes!?" (Feat. Alexia Hernandez & Carlos Gonzalez)
Hello everyone, In this episode, the crew have two special guests Alexia Hernandez and Carlos Gonzalez. We discuss the role cancel culture and PC language has in our society today. Has it gone to far? Is there more to come from cancel culture? Find out what we think in this episode. In addition…
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S3: Episode 2|"How are you...Mentally?" (Feat. Zach Stenzel)
Hey everyone thank you as always for your continued support! This week we had Zach Stenzel who has a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. We discussed all things mental health from what it may mean to be mentally healthy to different stigmas that exist about mental health &...
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S3: Episode 1|"Cabo"
Hello everyone, We are back with Season 3 of the Minority Report Podcast! In this episode, we debut our first ever video formatted podcast. We discuss some of our adventures in Cabo and what to expect for the rest of the season. Thank you so much for the feedback and can't wait for you all to…
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S2: Episode 21| "Oh, we are just friends" (Feat. Andreina Escobar, Laura Bermudez, and Briseida Saldaña)
SEASON 2 FINALE Hello everyone! First, we want to thank our guests Andreina, Laura, and Briseida for joining us for this special episode! Do you think friendships of the opposite sex is possible? In this episode we discuss the viral Steve Harvey video, in which he says guys and girls can't be...
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S2: Episode 20|"There's an Asian-American Month!?" (Feat. Andy Davis & Annie Tran)
Hello everyone, Firstly, we want to thank our guests Andy Davis and Annie Tran for joining us for this special episode. In this episode we discuss the importance of Asian American and Pacific Islander Month. Andy and Annie are able to share their experiences as Asian Americans. We then discuss…
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S2: Episode 19| "Eid Mubarak" (feat. Saher Ahmad and Amin Kazori)
Hello everyone, We first want to thanks our guests Saher and Amin for coming on the podcast. Second, we want to wish a late Eid Mubarak to all the Muslims around the world. In the episode we discuss what Ramadan is and the misconceptions that come with it. We also discuss the day to day schedule…
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S2: Episode 18| "Women in STEM" (Feat. Catherine Tovar & Maria Jose Duran)
Hello Everyone! We have two special guests today Catherine Tovar and Maria Jose Duran. They are coming on to speak about their experiences moving in a male dominated STEM field. Hearing their perspectives on their work and how things like imposters syndrome arise leads to a very interesting…
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S2: Episode 17| "Money Moves" (Feat. Jonathan Gomez)
Hello everyone, Today we have a special guest Jonathan Gomez! He comes on and gives us some gems about trying to build wealth as a minority. He is able to bring his expertise and create great dialogue about trying to bring economical awareness to people our age! One of the gems he talks about is...
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S2: Episode 16| "Chauvin Pack"
Hello everyone, In this Episode we discuss the verdict of the Derek Chauvin trial and the aftermath of it. We then transition into talking about the constant state of grieving while being black in America. The episode then goes on to talk about shows/tv and how they portray black people. Make…
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S2: Episode 15| "“wHiTe BoY SuMmEr??”"
Hey everyone, We first want to offer our condolences to the multiple POC killed by police that have come to light within the last week. Were you lucky enough to get a Bad Bunny concert ticket?! The crew talks about the entire chaos that has ensued over the last few days. Juan and Alex give…
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S2: Episode 14| "Down Bad" (Feat. Dudes Down Bad Podcast)
Firstly, we want to the thank the Dudes Down Bad Pod for coming on! In this pod the crew and our guests discuss how and why they got into podcasting. One of the things we wanted to talk about was the mentality of people that stalk others and why our society helps reinforce that behavior. Do you...
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S2: Episode 13| "Jiffy Lube"
Howdy, In this episode the crew is reunited! We discuss Lil Nas X's recent video/shoes and the conversation behind the recent events. Later we share some stories about stereotypes with the rest of the world. Make sure to stay tuned in to the many funny stories about the crew's time in high…
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S2: Episode 12| "Having A Bad Day"
Hello everyone, Firstly, We wanted to offer our condolences to the eight Asian-Americans killed in the Atlanta Spa. In this episode, we discuss the most recent mass shooting in Atlanta. The crew wanted to offer their opinions on the rise of anti-Asian violence and the history of it. In addition…
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S2: Episode 11| "Albums Are Dead and We Killed Them"
Hello wonderful listeners, In todays episode, the crew is back talking about the Grammys and their importance in music today. With streaming becoming more prevalent in the music industry, is the traditional concept of an album dead? Make sure to tune in. As rap transcended into the most popular...
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S2: Episode 10: " The Future is Female" (Feat. Madi Jaco and Andreina Escobar)
Hello everyone, First, we want to thank Madi Jaco and Andre Escobar for coming on to the podcast. In this episode we wanted to reflect on International Women's day and the impact women have had on our society. We highlight some women who have inspired us and have changed our lives. In addition…
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S2: Episode 9| "Alex met J Balvin?!"
Hello everyone, First things first, we want to thank all of our loyal listeners for tuning in every week and giving us feedback on every episode. This week, the boys discuss travel stories, tips, and summer plans. We recount our favorite travel stories, give our honest opinions on the places…
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S2: Episode 8| "Black to Basics" (Feat. Ryan Johnson, Bo Luke, & Nick Peck)
What’s up everybody! As always we want to thank our loyal listeners for their continued support! As Black History Month comes to a close we had to make sure we have a discussion about being black in the United States. But of course, we couldn’t have this discussion alone we invited friends to…
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S2: Episode 7| "Uh-Ha-Ha"
Hello everyone! First things first, we want to thank all of our loyal listeners for tuning in every week and giving us feedback on every episode. This week, we sat down and discussed all things comedy. We spotlighted our favorite comedians, skits, and comedy shows and we found out how minorities...
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S2: Episode 6| "Love isn't Blind pt. 2 (Feat. Marlenie Arzamendi, Lisa Howes, Vicky Chavez, Lauren Haylock)"
Hello Listeners, First we wanted to thank Marlenie, Lisa, Vicky, and Lauren for coming on to the podcast. We had a blast recording this one. In this episode we discuss the things we look for in another partner and what other factors play into those decisions. The women on the pod talk about their...
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S2: Episode 5| "Love isn't Blind pt. 1 (feat. Cupid)"
Hello everyone, Firstly, We wanted to say thank you to all the loyal listeners that continue to give us feedback on each episode. In this episode, we discuss a variety of themes based on dating and relationships but from the minority perspective. Does dating as a minority differ when it comes to...
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S2: Episode 4| "We going to Islam!? (feat. Hana Schlang And Lisa Howes)"
Hello listeners, Today we have two special guests, Lisa Howes and Hana Schlang. In this episode we will be discussing what it is like living abroad as an American. We give our opinions on the pros and cons while disproving some myths about living in the middle east. In addition, we share some of...
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S2: Episode 3 | "Stop The Cap"
Hello Listeners, The crew are back with another episode. In this episode we talk about the Biden Inauguration. We talk about everything that went down and our opinions on it. In addition, we talk about some of the things we disliked when it came to other peoples reaction to the inauguration. Make...
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S2: Episode 2| "Sorry, Duolingo might not work (feat. Andrew Lim and Kalina Zaharieva)"
Hello everyone, In this episode we have Andrew Lim and Kalina Zaharieva as guests. They help us discuss learning new languages from a minority perspective. We talk about the process of why we chose each language, how it changed how we view the world, and our interactions with native speakers as...
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S2:Episode 1| "New Year New Us?"
Hello listeners, We are starting 2021 with a new season. Season 2 takes the foundation from the previous season and improves on it. In this episode we discuss what we expect from 2021. We recap the pandemic from last year and give our predictions about how the country will adapt to the pandemic…
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Episode 13| "Boys to Men to Boys"
Hello everyone today on this podcast we have a special guest, Briseida Briseida came forward with a theory that men mature at 18-19 and as soon as they are in college they become immature. In this podcast episode we go over her theory and discuss maturity when it comes to men. The discussion…
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Episode 12| "Understand" (Feat. David Soto)
Howdy Everyone! Today we have a special episode with recording artist and producer David Soto. In this episode we talk about the creative process of creating art and how everyone approaches it differently. We then switch our conversation to social media and its relation to clout. Is clout good or...
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Episode 11| "The Gift of Juice"
Happy holidays to anyone that is listening! In this episode we go over some of our favorite thanksgiving memories and how thanksgiving might be a bit different in minority households. We discuss some of the history behind the holiday and the legacy of it. We then transition into talking about...
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Episode 10| STOP OR START THE COUNT, it depends!
Thanks to everyone who made this podcast possible. We cant believe we have 10 episodes out already! This was just a cool idea that has now manifested thanks to our listeners. In this episode, the crew speaks on the election results and what everyone did election night. We discuss the impact of…
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Episode 9| "Politics as Usual?"
*Disclaimer: This was recorded before the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre* Hello everyone! As the election approaches, we wanted to give our opinion on everything that is going on. We discuss the election cycle so far, the debates and give our predictions for the elections. We also take a look at local...
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Episode 8| "WhatsApp is a Global Threat"
Make sure to check out our Friend Josh's (SunnyD) songs out on streaming platforms! In the Outro we played one of his songs called "Get Off The Wifi", from his project
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Episode 7| "A New Chapter"
We send our thoughts and prayers to the Boseman Family. Rest in Power Chadwick Boseman After a long lay off and many changes, The crew is finally back with another episode. Each of us talk about the new circumstances we find ourselves in and how we are adapting to them. We take our attention to…
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Episode 6| "Ignorance is Bliss"
Hey guys! We first want to bring attention to events happening in Lebanon, Zimbabwe, and Turkey. Make sure to check out our twitter to find links to help out (@tmr_pod). In this episode we talk about the video of a man having to choose between his Girlfriend vs. his Mom. We share our opinions on...
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Episode 5| "Force Their Hand" (Feat. James Southwell)
Welcome Back to another episode of the Minority Report Podcast! On this episode we have a special guest, James Southwell. In this episode, we talk about Race in Sports and how it links to contemporary issues. We talk about the NFL in regards to their relationship with BLM and Colin Kapernick....
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Episode 4| "Allegedly"
The boys are back with another podcast episode! In the news today we see things like statues being taken down as a response to the Black Lives Matters Movement. However, are these symbolic victories true wins in the struggle for equality? The crew shares their views on current arguments about...
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Episode 3| "Listen. Unlearn. Reeducate." (Feat. Briseida Saldaña, Ivette Tabares, Mariana Fulmar, Rachael Currie, & Ryan Johnson)
Hi Everyone! Women of Color see and experience the world differently than anyone in the world. Their voices and opinions are crucial in our society. In this Episode we give a platform to Black and Hispanic women to talk about topics that are relevant to their experiences. We start with a brief...
About this show
The Minority Report Podcast is dedicated to highlighting the different stories, perspectives, and experiences of minorities. We aim to create proactive dialogue that will further consciousness among our generation as we navigate through adulthood.
Hosted by
Isaiah Kawesa, Juan Prado, and Yadiel Solis Garcia