Life as a Gringo

In this episode, I’m revisiting a talk I gave at the Just Be Social Club mastermind, breaking down one of the biggest roadblocks we all face—bringing our ideas to life. Too often, we wait for the perfect moment, the right connections, or a clear path forward. But the truth is, the key to success is to be in constant creation . When you keep moving, keep building, and put your ideas out...

In this episode, we break down the latest in Latino entertainment and politics, from Nicky Jam rethinking his past support for Trump to Daddy Yankee facing a $250 million lawsuit that could impact his legacy. We also dive into reports that Trump allegedly considered making Puerto Rico independent to avoid U.S. financial responsibility and celebrate Zoe Saldaña’s historic Oscars win fo...

We grew up believing in the American Dream—the idea that if you work hard enough, you’ll own a home, build wealth, and create a better life. But for many of us, especially as children of immigrants, that dream feels further out of reach than ever. With skyrocketing housing costs, stagnant wages, and an economy that seems stacked against us, is the American Dream even real? Or is it tim...

Is the White House shutting down press access like never before? Plus, new ICE data shows a surprising trend in arrests—what does it mean for undocumented communities? Also, Trump’s got a new $5 million 'gold card' plan for high-level immigrants—who benefits, and who’s left out? And we wrap up with Zoe Saldaña’s major awards season moment—could she be mak...

This week, I’m sharing a dope convo I had on the My First Kicks podcast.. We got into my journey—from rocking kicks as a kid in NYC to working at  The Breakfast Club , launching Life as a Gringo , and making the jump from band life to where I am now. Plus, I show off some of my favorite sneakers and drop a few stories you won’t hear anywhere else. See omnystudio.com/listener...

In this episode, we break down the chaos at the National Nuclear Security Administration, where mass firings put U.S. nuclear safety at risk, and the tragic story of a young girl driven to suicide after classmates threatened to call ICE. Plus, AOC takes on immigration hardliners without backing down.   https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/elon-musk-doge-nuclear-safety-weapons-danger-rc...

Some of the most legendary comebacks in history came from people who refused to stay in one lane. Kobe Bryant went from NBA icon to Oscar-winning storyteller. Steve Jobs got fired from his own company, only to return and change the world with the iPhone. Robert Downey Jr. went from Hollywood outcast to Iron Man, leading the biggest movie franchise of all time. Reinvention isn’t just about bo...

Dramos breaks down the latest on Elon Musk and the threats he poses to this country, Google’s surprising move to appease Trump by altering its maps, raising big questions about corporate influence on politics, ICE impersonators are on the rise, and to lighten things up, a list of must-watch Latino-led films for Valentine’s Day.   https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/musk-tr...

When the biggest stage is in front of you, do you play to the crowd or stay true to yourself? Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show wasn’t about flashy gimmicks or trying to please everyone—it was a pure Kendrick Lamar performance. In this episode, Dramos breaks down why his decision to stay authentically him is a lesson for all of us. Whether in your career, relationships, o...

Dramos dives into trending stories including how Elon Musk is orchestrating a massive government downsizing, offering federal workers a “once-in-a-lifetime” payout to resign—but is it really a golden parachute, or a loyalty test with hidden consequences? Meanwhile, Trump floats the idea of flattening Gaza and rebuilding it from scratch, pushing the Overton Window on global confli...

In this episode, I’m sharing a conversation from my guest appearance on the Grow My DJ Business Podcast , where I got to nerd out about my passion for music with two close DJ friends. We dive deep into the art, culture, and business of DJing, but more than anything, it’s a reminder to allow yourself to get lost in what you love. Whether you’re a DJ, creative, or just someone chas...

Selena Gomez faced backlash after expressing empathy for immigrants impacted by mass deportations, with a politician even suggesting she should be deported herself. In other news, a Blackhawk helicopter collided with an American Airlines plane over Washington, D.C., raising safety concerns, and designer Willy Chavarria made waves at Paris Fashion Week, bringing Chicano culture to the global stage....

Inspired by The Happy High Achiever , this episode explores the hidden struggles of high achievers, from burnout to self-worth tied to success. Learn how to redefine success, find balance, and create joy in your journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos deep dives into trending stories from the week including Trump's first week and what it means for immigrants, an update on the tourist who set fire to businesses in Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny accomplishing ANOTHER crazy feat and more! https://wearemitu.com/wearemitu/news/trump-executive-orders-immigration-day-one/ https://wearemitu.com/wearemitu/news/know-your-rights-undocumented-protection/ ht...

Dramos shares a powerful interview he recently re-disovered from 2020 with Hip Hop artist Andy Mineo that really shifted his mindset. They discuss rejecting materialism, ownership, faith, legacy and more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos deep dives into trending stories including Meta's new policies on misinformation and hate speech, Biden gives his final presidential address, Peso Pluma alleged cartel connection, Mexican firefights arrive in Los Angeles and more! https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/meta-zuckerberg-trans-lgbtq-hate-speech-rcna187696 https://wearemitu.com/wearemitu/entertainment/peso-pluma-money-laun...

Dramos deep dives into messages from Bad Bunny's new album that we can apply to our lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos dives into trending stories from the week including the Los Angeles fires, Trump's crazy plans, a tourist who set fire to businesses in Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny drops the album of his career and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos talks about the importance of having a theme for your year and the value in setting intentions over goals.  Calm Article: https://www.calm.com/blog/setting-intentions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos dives into trending stories from the last week including AOC failing short to land a new position, a school shooting in Wisconsin, some good news for Puerto Rico's power grid and more! https://www.thedailybeast.com/progressives-up-in-arms-after-aoc-loses-key-committee-seat/ https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/nation/2024/12/18/madison-wisconsin-school-shooting-investigation-california/77077...

Dramos reflects on the lessons hes taken from the last year, talks about reconnecting with yourself and how achieving goals is just a series of recomittments to ones self. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos deep dives into trending stories from the week including an update from the murder case of the United Health Care CEO, Selena Gomez getting criticized for her Spanish, how to survive the holidays, Juan Soto's big pay day and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos discusses a mindset that we must develop in order to not only surive this thing called life, but to eventually thrive in it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dramos dives into the biggest story of the week, the assasination of United Healthcare's CEO and what this means about societies growing frustration with the wealth gap, he also talks about Spotify's 2025 wrapped and how Latin artists are dominating globally! https://www.eonline.com/news/1410780/united-healthcare-ceo-murder-case-suspect-wrote-phrases-on-shell-casings-police-say   https://wearemitu...

Dramos discusses the importance of staying connected to your culture and the positive effect it has on the self-esteem of children and adults.   https://www.cofc.com.au/foster-kinship-care/staying-connected-to-culture/the-importance-of-staying-connected-to-culture See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.