The BLU Podcast

BLU Podcast #56: A Comedy Christmas With Comedian Adriana “Nana” Rodriguez & Attorney Matt Thomassen Tune in now to Episode 56 – A Comedy Christmas Featuring Comedian Adriana “Nana” Rodriguez & Attorney Matt Thomassen 0:00 – South Side Intro 1:20 - The Champurrado Incident 7:12 – China, the Cartel & the Fentanyl Crisis 19:06 - Being Both Gay & Catholic 31:29 - The “Figuring It Out” Phase 35:19 - G...

Tune in now to Episode 55 With Matt Thomassen Matt Thomassen is a Cohost of The Blessed Life University Podcast, a Captain in the U.S. Army and Attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:00 – South Side Intro 0:59 - A Thanksgiving to Remember 3:15 - The Rolling Stones are Still Doing Shows 7:09 – Thanksgiving Activities 9:42 – Who Makes Fight Scenes for Movies?: Meeting a Combat Choreograp...

Tune in now to episode 54 of the BLU Podcast featuring Jennifer Hernandez In this Episode, we discuss the book "No One Can Stop Me But Me" by author Jennifer Hernandez. Her book will be available for purchase on Amazon January 16, 2024. It is for all those who want to learn about adversity and overcoming it. You don't want to miss it! Order your copy on presale now at https://a.co/d/e9M3nH9 Jennif...

Tune in now to episode 53 of the BLU Podcast featuring Lupita Valencia Lupita V is an experienced psychotherapist, passionate about healing and creating ripples of positivity. Raised on Chicago's South Side, she overcame great personal adversity to embark on a journey around wellness and psycho-cybernetics (goal achievement). Now, she helps professionals break free from relationship issues and anx...

Tune in now to episode 52 of the BLU Podcast featuring Luis Tayahua. Luis is the owner of Golden Owl Insurance, Studio 63 Nightclub and host of The Night Owl Sessions Podcast. More than anything else, Luis is a good friend. In this episode we discussed what it’s like to be a father. Both of us have now had our first child. Check it out!! Topics covered: 0:00 - Southside Intro 1:46 – Mexican Beers...

Tune in now to episode 51 of the BLU Podcast featuring Lizzette Vargas and her sister Maria Vargas. Lizette is a driving instructor and is involved in police related matters. Maria is an owner and general manager of Mainland Corp an Illinois trucking company that has successfully given a second chance to convicts who make up about half of her full time staff. In this episode we discuss the truckin...

Tune in now to episode 50 of the BLU Podcast featuring Lizzette Vargas and her sister Maria Vargas. Lizette is a driving instructor and is involved in police related matters. Maria is an owner and general manager of Mainland Corp an Illinois trucking company that has successfully given a second chance to convicts who make up about half of her full time staff. In this episode we discuss Mexican tra...

Tune in now to Episode 49 With Cohost Captain Matt Thomassen Matt Thomassen is a Cohost of The Blessed Life University Podcast, a Captain in the U.S. Army and Attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. In this episode, we tell a fictional story that would be ABSOLUTELY CRAZY if it were real. The story involves Pippen Texas Ranger. He works in research and development for the Schnauzer Pharmaceutical Company...

Tune in now to Episode 48 With Cohost Captain Matt Thomassen Matt Thomassen is a Cohost of The Blessed Life University Podcast, a Captain in the U.S. Army and Attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. In this episode, we discuss the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio polluting the town and surrounding areas with vinyl chloride, a known cancer causing agent. We also briefly discuss the Chinese spy bal...

BLU Podcast #47 – Getting to Know Amy Wu, 2023 Chair, Chicago Association of Realtors, Young Professionals Network Tune in now to Episode 47 With Amy Wu and Cohost Captain Matt Thomassen In this episode, we got to know Amy and discussed how you can get involved in the Chicago Association of Realtors Young Professionals Network, that Amy speaks multiple languages, golf, college, owning a restaurant...

Tune in now to Episode 46 Featuring Rubi Velazquez of MRV Financial In this episode, we learn how to save money on your taxes if you are a realtor or a rehabber. Tax time is here so you don’t want to miss it!! Also, we did a food review at Ciao Ragazzi, the best restaurant in the 60638!! If you have been craving good Italian food, this place is for you! Homemade pasta and homemade ice cream! Super...

Tune in now to Episode 45 With Cohost Captain Matt Thomassen and Kevin Giltmier, Co-Founder Sportsmockery.com In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, February 12, 2023, our picks for who will win, all the crazy and fun stuff you can bet on during the game like which flavor of Gatorade each team will be drinking and the highly successful sports media company Kevin Giltmi...

Tune in now to Episode 44 With Cohosts Tilsa D. Fernandez and Captain Matt Thomassen Tilsa D. Fernandez is the Founder and Owner of Divine Yoni Goddess, Divine Wedding Vows and Cohost of the Blessed Life University Podcast. She is a mother of 7 beautiful children. Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. In this episode, we discuss the fatal police beating...

Nothing like the savagery you get with guys who went to high school together (St. Joes R.I.P.) Carlos, Jorge and Hans. Tune in now to episode 43 of the Blessed Life University Podcast. Nice relaxing podcast with the gents. Topics covered: 0:00 - Introduction 2:17 - The Complications of Adult Life 17:04 - Cons of Corporate America 24:40 - The Need For More Eat Clean Places 36:20 - Working in Custom...

Tune in now to Episode 42 With Cohosts Tilsa D. Fernandez Captain Matt Thomassen Tilsa D. Fernandez is the Founder and Owner of Divine Yoni Goddess, Divine Wedding Vows and Cohost of the Blessed Life University Podcast. She is a mother of 7 beautiful children. Topics covered: 0:00 – South Side Intro 1:32 – New Podcast Studio Set Up 4:22 – Watching Sports is Relaxing, But It’s Hard to Find the Time...

Tune in now to Episode 41 With Special Guest Lizette Vargas and Cohosts Tilsa D. Fernandez and Captain Matt Thomassen Tilsa D. Fernandez is the Founder and Owner of Divine Yoni Goddess, Divine Wedding Vows and Cohost of the Blessed Life University Podcast. She is a mother of 7 beautiful children. Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. This episode is dedi...

Tune in now to Episode 40 Featuring Comedian Adrian “Nana” Rodriguez You can see Adriana hosting “The Feo (Ugly) Holiday Sweater Comedy Show" this Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Reggie's 2105 S State St, Chicago IL 60616. Doors at 7, show at 8. The lineup includes host Adriana Rodriguez and the following comics: Janice V Rodriguez, Fab Monroe, Ken Flores, Jamie Shriner and Suz Ballout!! Certified...

Tune in now to Episode 39 With Captain Matt Thomassen Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:00 - South Side Intro & Topics of the Podcast: Ukrainians mount a counter-offensive and take back formerly Russian held areas of their country - Russian nuclear threats - Interest rate increases & the effects on the economy 1:21 – The Ukrainian C...

Tune in now to Episode 38 With Captain Matt Thomassen Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:00 - South Side Intro 1:57 – Sleep Depravation Feels Like a Hangover the Next Day 03:09 – Starbucks has Highest Caffeine Content, Dunkin is Second & McDonald’s is Third 11:00 – What has Higher Caffeine, Coffee or Red Bull?: Turns Out They Are Abo...

Tune in now to Episode 37 With Special Guest Lizzette Vargas and Cohosts Tilsa D. Fernandez and Captain Matt Thomassen Tilsa D. Fernandez is the Founder and Owner of Divine Yoni Goddess, Divine Wedding Vows and Cohost of the Blessed Life University Podcast. She is a mother of 7 beautiful children. Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:0...

Tune in now to Episode 36 Featuring Attorney Claudia Bertacchi and Attorney Matt Thomassen Claudia Bertacchi is an attorney with the Cook County Public Defender’s Office, Felony Trial Division Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:00 - South Side Intro 1:01 – Illinois Candidate for Governor Darren Bailey Statement About Repealing the SA...

Tune in now to Episode 35 Featuring Attorney Claudia Bertacchi and Attorney Matt Thomassen Claudia Bertacchi is an attorney with the Cook County Public Defender’s Office, Felony Trial Division Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:00 - 0:12 - South Side Intro 1:51 – The SAFE-T Law Stands for Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-T...

Tune in now to Episode 34 With Cohosts Tilsa D. Fernandez and Captain Matt Thomassen Tilsa D. Fernandez is the Founder and Owner of Divine Yoni Goddess, Divine Wedding Vows and Cohost of the Blessed Life University Podcast. She is a mother of 7 beautiful children. Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Thomassen & Tierney. Topics Covered: 0:00 - 0:12 - South Side Intro 1:13 -...

Tune in now to Episode 33 With Cohosts Tilsa D. Fernandez and Captain Matt Thomassen Tilsa D. Fernandez is the Founder and Owner of Divine Yoni Goddess, Divine Wedding Vows and Cohost of the Blessed Life University Podcast. She is a mother of 7 beautiful children. Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Tierney Legal, LLC. Topics Covered: 0:00 - South Side Intro 1:14 – Mateo’s...

Tune in now to Episode 32 With Captain Matt Thomassen Matt Thomassen is a Captain in the U.S. Army and attorney at Tierney Legal, LLC. Topics Covered: 0:00 - South Side Intro 0:45 – Inflation: Definition, General Overview & Current Inflation Statistics 3:41 - The Value of Money is Decreasing 10:17 – The Negative Effects of Inflation 22:31 – The Current U.S. National Debt 26:49 – The 2021 National...