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Episode #114 is a collaboration with the artist & graphic designer Nando Orozco. We talked about Nando’s close to death experience, his craft, the artist community in Austin & Austin FC. Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continue to grow this project.   Social media: @txnando, @dondeestarigo & @shotswithrichie  Intro (0:00) Life of Nando &...

Episode #113 is a collaboration with the condecorated writer, editor & professor Phil West. We talked about Phil’s life story, narratives in writing, the journey behind releasing two books and Austin FC. Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continue to grow this project.  Also, don’t forget to check out his books  “The United States of Soccer” and “I...

Episode #112 is a collaboration with Afro-Latino Duet Morach Music from the Dominican Republic. We talked about their life story, race, marriage, music, spirituality & mental health.    Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continue to grow this project.  Social media: @morachmusic, @jjmorach & @dtomorach  Intro (0:00) Talk About Race (5:47) Life...

This episode highlights our coverage in the 2024 Coachella Valley Invitational.   We also talked about the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup, FIFA WC 26 match schedule, final host NY/NJ, Saltburn & The Zone of Interest. Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continue to grow this project.  Social media: @richiecon85, @rigorrdz & @ducminhtran.ig  Intro (0:00) Aus...

Richie & Rigo are back in the studio after a month break. This episode highlights our intentions as a media outlet for 2024.   We also talked about Austin FC’s preseason form, 2024 Leagues Cup announcement, Tenoch Huerta’s book “Orgullo Prieto” and his event collaboration with NextGen America at UT Austin. Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continu...

Intro (0:00) Social Media & Courtship (7:23) Marriage (27:53) Yazzy Molina (46:37) Celebrating NYE (1:02:45) Line of Work (1:05:59) 2023 Highlights (1:17:22)

The episode with Rigoberto Rodriguez Lira “Rigo” & Christian Herrera “Kichin” was recorded post to the Liga MX Apertura 2024 Final between Club America Rigo & Kichin had the opportunity to watch both legs of the final in Monterrey & Mexico City. This episode highlights their experience in both cities, logistics of accessing El Estadio Azteca & Estadio Universitario, and Lucha Libre...

Episode #107 is a collaboration with Angel Ortiz & Chetos from Los Kurados. Los Kurados are based in Austin with roots in Mexico. This episode gives emphasis to the impact of the band in the independent music scene. We also talked about their role in the band and what influenced them to become part of the ska movement. Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so w...

Episode #106 is a collaboration with Gustavo Macedonio Reyes De Anda, owner of Carnitas El Güero in Austin, Texas. This episode gives emphasis to the work life balance of Gustavo as an entrepreneur, the appreciation for his family, expansion of his business & future projects.  Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continue to grow this project.  Socia...

Episode #105 is a Barbershop Collective with Abel Olmos owner of The Barbashop, Edgar Argumedo owner of Olde Soul Barbershop & the renowned Odphadez Francisco Alba.  This episode emphasizes on their growth, setbacks, mental health & what can improve in the barbershop industry.  Thank you for your support. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so we can continue to grow this project. ...

Otra X Favor welcomed the condecorated artist, Fabián Rey.   Born in Puerto Rico, Fabián Rey is known for creating art in murals & photography.  This episode highlights Fabian’s life story, his craft & his projects.  Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Youtube, and Social Media! Social media: @richiecon8...

Otra X Favor welcomed Austin, TX based singer-songwriter, Bob Schneider. Bob Schneider is a multifaceted creative and renowned for the combination of different styles of tones in his music.  This episode highlights Bob's adventures as a soccer fan, life story, his craft & mental-health. Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel on Apple...

Otra X Favor welcomed the condecorated female rapper Krystall Poppin.  Based in El Paso, Texas, Krystall Poppin strives to motivate strength & vulnerability through her music.  This episode highlights Krystall’s life story, her craft as a multifaceted artist & importance of female artists in the industry.    Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe t...

Otra X Favor welcomed Jonathan Horstmann, the lead vocalist of Austin, TX based Urban Heat.   Urban Heat is a three-piece American post-punk band known for mixing rhythmic symphonies with vibrations & synthesizers in their repertoire.  This episode highlights Jonathan’s life story, his craft & the creation of Urban Heat & sobriety.  Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to...

Diego Fagundez returns to face Austin FC after his trade to LA Galaxy & Austin Supporters weathered the storm & three hour delay prior to kickoff.

Otra X Favor welcomed Austin, TX based Como Las Movies to celebrate the milestone of 100th episode.   Como Las Movies is a quintet known for mixing contemporary sounds ranging from cumbias, norteño & electronic in their repertoire.  This episode highlights the band’s origin, their craft, the music industry & mental health.  Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share,...

Richie Contreras welcomed Trevor Blow (Pollo FC), Garrett Graham (ABW) & Todd Garner (Fighting Leslies Drinking Club) to discuss about their partnership, Fighting Pollo Pilz, a collaboration created to benefit the Mobile Loaves and Fishes Community First Village. The beer will be released September 30th at Austin Beer Works during the Austin FC vs Colorado Rapids watch party. We also took the...

Prior to the friendly between Club America vs Tigres in 9/10/2023 at the Q2 Stadium, Richie Contreras welcomed Rigoberto Rodriguez Lira “Rigo” to talk about the passion for their respective teams.  Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Youtube, and Social Media! Special thanks to our sponsor @stillatx Social media...

Richie Contreras welcomed Ricardo Diaz, also famously known as “Quesadilla.”  We highlighted Austin FC’s deteriorating form in the current season, Danna Paola’s XT4S1S Tour in the US & thriving in darkness on mental health discussion. Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Youtube, and Social Media! Special tha...

Richie Contreras welcomed Alex Castillo to a new fan segment collaboration.  This episode highlights the departure of Diego Fagundez to LA Galaxy after a surprise transfer from Austin FC and the questionable response of Yahritza Y Su Esencia during an interview in Mexico regarding the country’s environment & food. Thank you for watching and listening. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe...

Richie Contreras hosted Media Digital Creator & Marketing Consultant, Salwa Yordi Echtay.  Salwa is from Lebanese descent, was born in Venezuela & migrated to the US in 2001. We talked about her upbringing, the decision to pursue a career in broadcasting at UTSA & the creation of her own platform Farandula Texas in 2013. We talked about her upbringings, challenges, values & work sh...

Brief analysis of the 2023 Leagues Cup match between Austin FC vs Mazatlan FC at the Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas.

Richie Contreras hosted the talented artist Chris Rogers to talk about his upbringings, his craft, the experiences he faced with recovery from alcoholism & the unconditional love he felt from his mother.  Chris is from North Carolina, grew up playing soccer and hockey, then decided to pursue an art in college. His journey in life led him to relocate to Austin in 2012 and find himself surrounde...

Richie Contreras hosted Mauricio Tapia Luna, founder of the Platicando Con Mau Podcast. We talked about his migration to the US at a young age. Mau grew up with his mom but also learned to become independent and decided to live on his own at the age of seventeen.  Mau is now a husband, father of two kids and after experiencing several scenarios in life, he decided to create his own platform to lea...

Richie Contreras is joined by freelance journalist Michelle Sanchez to talk about Austin FC’s form after two consecutive wins against FC Dallas & Houston Dynamo. We also highlighted the arrival of Rodolfo Borrell, the new Sporting Director for Austin FC, John Gallagher’s pick for the 2023 MLS All-Stars game & Men’s Health Awareness Month.  Thank you for watching or listening don’t forget t...