Simple Times Podcast

WE'RE BACK! First episode of 2026! And that is why we are wishing you a Happy New Year, Happy Valentine's Day, AND and a Happy St. Patrick's Day, because it took us three months to give you another episode filled with shenanigans! QUESTIONS/COMMENTS Write to us and you will be featured on Simple Shoutouts! Email us at simpletimespodcast@gmail.com or if you are a Spotify listener, comment on the po...

On this Simple Sessions, Andrew sits down with returning guest Luigi Almonte along with his crew, extemporaneously called "The Ballers in Black!" Or BIBs for short (David Dorado, and "Bussin’" Stephen). This episode is what Simple Times Podcast is all about. We just sit down and talk about random topics from Kobe Bryant and the LA Lakers, to TikTok Love and Covid-19! Strap yourself in for a wild r...

It's the month of October, so you know what that means. We've got a tall order of scary and horrifying talking points on today's episode! Topics include the Netflix show "Monster: The Ed Gein Story," a horrifying Dad Story from Andrew, Marcelo's nightmarish battle with AT&T, an "Angela Watch" update (Marcelo's "would-be killer"), and, of course...

We're back with an extra long episode! And unfortunately we didn't get through our laundry list of content that Marcelo promised on today's intro, but that's ok! Today, Marcelo tells us about his recent Disneyland trip and how he almost got murdered at home during his vacation week. And Andrew tells us how he destroyed a hotel room during his vacation. All that and more on todays e...

Happy 4th of July! On this episode we FLASHBACK and reminisce on various things from the past, yet we tie them to the present. Andrew has a new dad story for his Dad Stories segment, Marcelo has his usual segments, plus a surprise for Andrew as well as a surprise book he shares for you listeners! Happy Independence Day and be safe out there! SIMPLE SESSIONS Listen to the latest Simple Sessions pri...

On this episode, Juan Chamorro returns for another Simple Sessions on Simple Times Podcast. On this one-on-one interview, Andrew sits down with Juan, his friend and coworker, and they have a lively discussion about what fatherhood represents, how they manage life-work balance, and what masculinity means as a father. Music featured on this podcast: "Mainline Glasslands / Battle (from "Arm...

We hope you like long-format Simple Times Podcast episodes because this is another long one for sure! We catch up on what we did on over the past two months, including Andrew's Mother's Day fiasco at the mall with his kids, and Marcelo shares several media clips that will be sure to have you rolling on the floor. And as always, we bring you the regular STP material, including a Simple Shoutout, a...

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!!! At the heart of today's episode, your half-Irish host, Marcelo, brings us some Irish, St. Patrick's Day-inspired lists to the table! Also on today's episode, new "Dad Stories" from Andrew, a FakeAd read by Marcelo, another "There I Ruined It" song, and so much more! We hope you enjoy the meat and potatoes of this episode! SIMPLE SESS...

We're back at it again, and today we bring you a lengthy episode filled with many surprises. We have a Simple Shoutout, we bring you Marcelo's bronchitis story, Andrew has a new story for the Mailman Stories segment, Marcelo gifts Andrew some beers, and like always we have the usual, staple segments of Simple Times Podcasts: History with Jefe, Simple Times News, and Jokes with Jefe. All this and m...

On this Simple Sessions, Andrew sits down in studio with a fellow U.S. Postal Service coworker, Juan Chamorro, and they discuss several topics including what it's like being a new father, what it's like being a mailman, and also, towards the end of the episode, the conversations shifts towards more "complicated" topics such as philosophy and science. “PHOTON” on YouTube. This is the controversial...

First episode of 2025! Welcome back to Simple Times Podcast where we keep it simple. Today we recap what we have been up to since our "Christmas Special." Andrew talks about his experience at the Reptile Show in Pomona, and Marcelo talks about his experience at the Oddities and Curiosities Expo in Los Angeles. Andrew has a game for Marcelo, and lastly we finish off the show with our stap...

On this Simple Sessions, Marcelo and Andrew take a deep look into the history of the American cult leader and mass murderer known as Reverend Jim Jones. Jim Jones is the man responsible for the mass-murder suicide that claimed the lives of 909 people. How did he manage to do that, you ask? Well listen in as Marcelo and Andrew provide details of the events leading up to the fatal outcome of his cul...

We're sorry we've been away for nearly two months, so we're coming back with an extra long episode! On this slightly-Halloween-inspired episode, we have a few special treats for you, including Andrew taking a trip once again into Jefe's House of Horrors! But of course, we bring to you the same old usual segments including Jokes with Jefe, Simple Times New, and a brand new FakeAd. All that and more...

Today we do our very best to redeem ourselves from the poor audio quality from the previous episode, and we believe we succeed in doing so! You won't be let down! On this episode we have Simple Shoutouts, a FakeAd, History with Jefe, and so much more! Also, does Paddy, from St. Patrick's Day special, make an appearance on this episode? You'll have to listen to find out, only on Episode...

For those of you who weren't aware, Andrew was a drummer in the band Suckerpunch 405. On this Simple Sessions, Andrew interviews his friend and frontman of the band, Nate Leathers! Listen in as they dive deep into the discussion about the early days of the band, what kept them going, and what the future of the band looks like from the perspective of Nate! (0:11) "Mixtape" Playlist (3:04) Podcast I...

(DISCLAIMER: Poor audio quality on this episode. Please pardon us!) Happy Independence Day everybody and we hope you like extra long podcast episodes! Yes, we got carried away again, but it’s for a good reason! On this episode we bring you all the goodies you've come to enjoy and more! Can Marcelo pass a U.S. Citizenship quiz? Does Bashful Beto meet Andrew on the show finally? Do Marcelo and Andre...

On this Simple Sessions, Andrew interviews his longtime friend, Luigi Almonte, as Luigi visits California all the way from his current place of residency, Las Vegas, Nevada. Get to know Luigi, as well as the inner workings of their friendship, as you listen in on this Simple Sessions on how Andrew and Luigi met a decade ago, why they've remained friends, why Luigi is a sports fanatic, and how join...

On this episode, we are joined by a very special guest: Rory from A Fear In Review! Rory is co-host alongside our very own Marcelo on their brand new horror-movie podcast, A Fear In Review. Do them a favor by heading over to their page and give them a like, follow or a review of their show! A Fear In Review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1JXj3TA3OSLhCihhD1puWw?si=7c6e05bebafc4c32 A Fear...

On this episode we talk about Mother's Day, Memorial Day, and... McDonalds? We know what you're thinking. That's kind of a weird combination. But that's what we do on Simple Times Podcast! Keeping it weird since the MySpace era! Don't forget to check out Marcelo's other podcast, A Fear In Review, now available on Spotify. A Fear In Review is a horror-movie review podcast wh...

On this Simple Sessions, Andrew sits down with his longtime best friend, Jurgen Romero, who has established a successful carrier as a "roughneck" in the oil fields industry. Listen in as Andrew interviews his special guest on the podcast as they have a lively discussion about what his work entails, the importance of oil in everyday life, and varied opinions on the subject matter. Music featured on...

Did Marcelo really visit an exorcist? Is today's Simple Shoutout Marcelo's mom again? Will you regret listening to this episode? All of these questions will be answered today on Simple Times Podcast Episode 27 "The ExorCYST"! WRITE TO US! You, yes you, can be featured on the Simple Times Podcast. How, you ask? Just drop us a line! Send us an email at simpletimespodcast@gmail.com...

From the same studio (BeachGlass Media) that brings you the Simple Times Podcast, we are premiering for the first time ever a brand new podcast featuring Marcelo called, "A Fear In Review." Click here to listen to new episodes of A Fear In Review: https://open.spotify.com/show/1JXj3TA3OSLhCihhD1puWw?si=81fe865644044095 "A Fear In Review" is a brand new, horror-themed podcast ma...

What's a great way to end the month of March and begin the month of April? With a brand new episode of the Simple Times Podcast of course! In the midst of the show Andrew will take you on a deep dive into a couple of personal true stories that altered his state of being, and explains how his experiences has elevated him to new heights of manhood. Also, on this one, we bring to you the usual se...

Well, sham? Welcome back to Simple Times Simple Sessions where today its all about St. Patrick's Day! Join us today as your fellow half-Irish host, Marcelo, delves deep into the history of St. Patrick's Day. You'll learn about popular Irish traditions, popular Irish beers, and plenty of other fun facts about Ireland. As always, Marcelo and Andrew keep things fun throughout the show with many surpr...

Here we go again! Episode 25 "Balls & Beats" where we have a simple conversation around soccer and music! How do those two things coincide you wonder? Well, listen to the show and find out! On this episode we once again bring you the same, usual content you have come to enjoy: Simple Shout-Outs, History with Jefe, Simple Times News, and, of course, Jokes with Jefe. All that and more...