His Panic Podcast

In this Pride Month episode of  His Panic Podcast , Herman sits down with Phillip Valdez for an honest conversation about growing up gay, Latino, and deeply rooted in faith. Phillip shares his journey from childhood to adulthood, reflecting on family, identity, religion, acceptance, and the moments that shaped his life. Together, they explore the challenges of living authentically, the role o...

What does it mean to be Mexican in the United States? In this episode of the HisPanic Podcast, Herman Rodriguez sits down with historian Dr. Ramiro Contreras, known online as The Pocho Historian, to unpack the complex history of Mexican identity, race, and citizenship in Texas and the United States. Their conversation explores a little understood contradiction in American history. Mexicans were of...

s leadership about power or responsibility? In this episode of the HisPanic Podcast, Herman sits down with Dr. Peter Rios, a Puerto Rican scholar, Marine Corps veteran, and university professor whose life story challenges the traditional idea of what leadership really means. Peter’s journey was not a straight path to success. He failed community college three times, struggled with addiction, and f...

This episode centers on  Forget the Alamo  and challenges the deeply rooted mythology surrounding Texas independence and the Alamo. Rather than a heroic last stand against the forces of Antonio López de Santa Anna, the Alamo is discussed as a moment of mistrust and miscalculation. Many inside the mission were warned by fellow Mexicans that Santa Anna was advancing, yet chose not to...

In this episode, Herman is joined by  Eric Holguin , South Texas organizer and candidate for Texas State Representative, for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation on U.S. foreign policy, international law, and the rapidly shifting political landscape at home. The discussion centers on the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro and membe...

🎙️ When God Is She: Reimagining the Divine Beyond Gender In this episode, Herman and Pastor Shelley explore the bold and beautiful idea of referring to God as “she,” challenging patriarchal traditions and inviting listeners to see the Divine through a more inclusive lens. The conversation dives into the theological, emotional, and cultural layers of gendered language in faith — asking how our word...

In this powerful PRIDE Month episode, His Panic Podcast exposes how LGBTQ+ visibility and Latino immigration are being weaponized as distractions by political elites to protect corporate interests. We unpack how both queer and immigrant communities are targeted—not because they’re threats, but because their existence challenges the American caste system. From book bans to ICE raids, we connect the...

In this episode, we unpack the question many Americans are now asking: was the chaos of 2020 really about the pandemic, or was it simply the result of Donald Trump’s leadership style? As Trump begins another term in office, we’re seeing the return of disarray — without COVID to blame. We compare the early months of his current presidency to the COVID-era White House: attacks on institutions, firin...

Podcast Summary: Morality, Faith, and Purpose with Influencer Mike Maeshiro In this episode, we explore the moral complexities of the alleged murder of the UHC CEO, a case that has sparked heated debate. Some see Luigi, the alleged perpetrator, as a Robin Hood figure, but we agree that while his motives may seem altruistic to some, murder is morally indefensible. The discussion delves into themes...

In this episode, we dive into how labels are used to deflect attention from systemic inequality and the tangible frustrations faced by everyday Americans. From the inability to purchase a home or afford rent to the struggle of putting food on the table or taking time off, we explore how these realities fuel unfocused anger. We discuss how terms like "personal responsibility" and "lifestyle choices...

Faith over Fear: Christian Post Trumpatic Stress Introduction: Support Despite Contradictions Over 80% of white evangelical Christians supported Donald Trump in both 2016 and 2020, despite his criminal record, history of bankruptcies, and alignment with greed. Religious leaders heavily influenced this support, framing Trump as a defender of Christian values while emphasizing single issues like abo...

Navigating the Complexities of Immigration Policy in America Immigration is a topic that affects countless lives across the United States, especially within Latino and marginalized communities. Our recent podcast episode delved into the current landscape of immigration policy, discussing its history, recent changes, and the impact on individuals and families. Understanding Immigration in the Post-...

Podcast Episode Synopsis: The 1946 Mistranslation of the Bible In this episode, we explore the profound impact of a key translation change made in 1946 with the Revised Standard Version (RSV) of the Bible. This translation introduced the term “homosexual” into scriptures like 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, altering the interpretation of biblical passages that originally referred to exploitative behaviors r...

In our latest episode, we sat down with Eric Holguin, Texas State Director of UnidosUS (formerly La Raza Unida), to explore critical issues impacting the Latino community in Texas. We began by discussing a troubling article highlighting Texas’ poor healthcare rankings, particularly in terms of access for Latino children and adults. Eric emphasized how the state’s refusal to expand federal Medicaid...

In this episode, we break down the key factors that both divide and unite Latino voters. We explore the diverse influences that shape how Latinos vote—from generational differences and country of origin to the impact of religion, economic goals, and cultural values. These factors highlight why the Latino vote is far from monolithic and often unpredictable. We also discuss challenges unique to LGBT...

We start talking about family dynamics with Grandfathers and polygamy being a part of culture or just the human experience. We pivot to talking about the age of information and end up with our moments in Latino history and our "How Dare You" moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss the Trust But Verify measure for checking politicians. We discussed more about tying politics and religion along with finding benchmarks to verify your candidates delivers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We start the conversation on why we are distracted with general political issues like abortion, lgbtqia, religion etc so we fight and bicker about the non-important things that really affect us. Currently, we need to focus on the economy, restructuring the political contribution system and electoral college, versus being distracted by other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Pastor Jackson along with Herman and Lestty discuss St. Peter United and the calling to Pastor Jackson's ministry for all. They discuss the atmosphere of the church then pivot to the new generation of folks losing their religion, what church attendance should look like and even weaponized Christianity. They end like all other His Panic Podcast Episodes reviewing Pastor Jackson's why and who he is...

We speak with Kristina Delhomme, a Licensed Professional Counselor at Ascending Light Counseling. Drawing on her work as a therapist, we discuss her panic and then deep dive aversion to therapy for men, and Latinos. We talk about what counseling looks like and how it could help. We discuss all topics of mental health from teen suicide and even grief. Tune in and share the episode with your friends...

Trina comes to visit His Panic Podcast to discuss all things culture, have wine, and produce great vibrations. This episode lightens up the mood for His Panic and breaks the monotony monotony. Laughs are had a comparisons are made between Nuyorican and Texican culture standards. Great conversation, don't miss out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We speak with Mario Castillo, Executive Director of Your Houston, a local non-profit as he discusses the importance of community voices and making a collective voice heard to our local government. He amplifies his panic of making these voices heard and doubles down by running for District H Houston City Council representative during this pivotal point where we will have a new Mayor in the City of...

Leticia Lucio Vu converses with us the importance of home ownership and the market conditions facing Americans in today’s housing market. // Leticia Lucio-Vu, conversa sobre la importancia de ser dueños de vivienda y la condición del mercado de viviendas que enfrentan los ciudadanos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ricardo Martinez, CEO of Equality Texas informs us about the crisis in safety of certain Americans and the legislative uptick that we currently face. // Ricardo Martínez, CEO de Igualdad de Texas, nos informa sobre la crisis de seguridad de algunos ciudadanos y el repunte legislativo que estamos enfrentando. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucky Longoria discusses her panic/point of view on book burning, rewritten history and the importance of understanding our true history to prevent repeating mistakes. // Lucky Longoria, activista Latina, nos relata sobre quemadura de libros, la re-escritura de historia y la importancia de entender nuestra verdadera historia para prevenir la repetición de errores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...