EP 13: She Bet on Herself (No Backup Plan) | Hailey Wild Interview
The Rodriguez Show
In this episode of The Rodriguez Show, Hailey Wild pulls up and gets real about everything that’s changed since the last time she was on. From making the move from San Diego to LA, to going through the pandemic, to finally stepping into her sound, she talks about what that growth actually looked like behind the scenes. Not the polished version… the figuring-it-out-as-you-go version. She breaks down the making of her debut EP, how performing live shaped her music, and what it’s like putting deeply personal experiences into songs like “Florida Coast.” The conversation also touches on...
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EP 12: THA PRINCE THS on Therapy, Building The Royal Mag, HipHop101 & Sit Down With The Crown | Rodriguez Show
The Rodriguez Show
THA PRINCE THS returns to The Rodriguez Show for his 6th appearance, and this one hits different. We talk about his evolution from artist to platform builder — from launching The Royal Mag, to hosting Sit Down with the Crown, to creating the hip hop card game HipHop101. He also opens up about therapy, losing inspiration, and what it really takes to grow in the music industry. This episode is about growth, balance, and building something bigger than yourself. 🎧 Topics Covered: Becoming a better interviewer through therapy Launching Sit Down with the Crown on TV The vision behind The...
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EP 11: From First Edible Chaos to Budtender at Tropicanna | 420 Episode
The Rodriguez Show
Roxie (@roxieshighspirit) pulled up to The Rodriguez Show for a 420 special—and her first cannabis story is wild 😳 Her first time ever trying weed? A 250mg edible… yeah, that ended with her waking up covered in granola with no idea what happened. Now she’s working at Tropicanna Dispensary & Weed Delivery, one of Santa Ana’s long-running dispensaries known for its wide selection and knowledgeable staff helping both new and experienced users. In this episode, Roxie breaks down: How cannabis helped her manage anxiety & depression during the pandemic What it’s really like...
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EP 10: Turning Parties Into Purpose | Valeria Metz on Community, Culture & Impact
The Rodriguez Show
On this episode of The Rodriguez Show, Cesar sits down with Orange County content creator and event organizer Valeria Metz to talk about how she turned partying into philanthropy. From hosting cumbia nights, movie screenings, and community events across Southern California, Valeria has built something bigger than just a good time. Her events bring people together while supporting local nonprofits and creating real impact. She shares how it all started, the challenges of building events from scratch, learning to protect her energy, and why creating spaces for joy is just as important as...
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EP 9: Danie on Alchemy, Healing Through Music & Walking the Runway at The Broad
The Rodriguez Show
Cesar sits down with singer, songwriter, and producer Danie (@steeelydanie) for her return to The Rodriguez Show — this time out in the open air at Henry Acuna Park in her home turf. Danie opens up about how music found her before she ever chose it, the emotional labor behind her self-produced Alchemy EP (out now on all streaming platforms), and what it meant to finally walk the runway at The Broad Museum in LA — and end up in Vogue. She also gets into how nature fuels her creative process, the honest and sometimes jarring experience of putting her real feelings into her lyrics, and how...
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Special Presentation: Talking 11+ Years of Podcasting & What’s Next (YBG Interviews Cesar).
The Rodriguez Show
In this special presentation, Cesar Rodriguez sits down with his homie YBG to talk about the journey behind everything. From starting a podcast in high school to building a full-time podcast production business, Cesar breaks down what 10+ years in the game really looks like. The wins, the risks, the learning curves… all of it. They get into how The Rodriguez Show evolved over time, what it took to go from doing it for fun to doing it professionally, and what comes with working behind the scenes producing podcasts for other people. From handling clients to figuring things out on the fly,...
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EP 8: Inside Numilly’s World: Congo Roots, Hip-Hop Ambition & Creative Purpose
The Rodriguez Show
Music has lived in every corner of Numilly’s life. Poetry from his sister. English lessons from his parents. Music sessions with his brother. Creativity wasn’t a hobby — it was a household language. In this episode of The Rodriguez Show, Numilly traces his path from Anaheim to the Congo and back, sharing how his family roots shaped the artist he’s become. He opens up about mapping out his career from the very beginning, learning the discipline behind a real rollout, and the moment he conquered fear during his first-ever performance: trembling onstage with a ukulele, then finding...
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EP 7: Tattoo Artist From Colombia Opens Up About Face Tattoos, Judgment & Finding Her Style — Maria (@inkbymariia)
The Rodriguez Show
Meet Maria, a Colombian tattoo artist living in Huntington Beach with an inspiring journey of hard work, culture shock, artistic evolution, and personal expression. You’ve seen her art online — now hear her full story. In this episode of The Rodriguez Show, Maria (IG: @inkbymariia & @glowymariia) opens up about: ✨ Moving from Colombia to the U.S. at 18 ✨ How she got into tattooing during the pandemic ✨ The decision to tattoo her face — and dealing with judgment ✨ Why she regrets mixing tattoo styles ✨ Her favorite styles to work on and her dream projects ✨...
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EP 6: Spiffygreen on Brotherhood, Intentional Art & The Making of “Spiffygreen 2”
The Rodriguez Show
In this episode of The Rodriguez Show, Cesar sits down with Spiffygreen — the powerhouse trio of Specs, Hippie C, and producer Mellow Thing — to talk about their new project Spiffygreen 2, an elevated sequel built on chemistry, intention, and friendship. The group opens up about their origin story, how their creative process became almost “telepathic,” and why Spiffygreen 2 represents growth for all three artists. Specs shares his journey back into writing after years of life changes, Hippie C speaks on crafting timeless work, and Mellow Thing breaks down his relentless drive and...
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EP 5: Westport: The Sound of “Cholo Jazz”
The Rodriguez Show
In this episode of The Rodriguez Show, hosts Cesar Rodriguez and Mandoh sit down with Westport, an indie alternative collective from Anaheim, California, known for their genre-blending sound they call “Cholo Jazz.” Westport shares how they came together as a garage band and evolved into one of the most exciting acts in the Orange County scene. With influences from funk, jazz, and alternative rock, they’ve built a sound that’s soulful, experimental, and true to their roots. 🎵 What You’ll Hear: How the band formed and found their sound The creative process behind their music ...
info_outlineThis week artist and DJ Dôrmencē comes through to talk about his Darkwave Halloween event, his experiences with the music scene in Mexico and perform a 35 min set! Plus the latest music news, local events a new Mandoh Mix!
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