Flava Podcast

Carlos Ivan Arroyo jr
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Chicago Flava Squad interviewing Chicago Entertainers - Politicians - Motivators - Influencers - Trendsetters and getting up close and Personal.

  1. FEB 25

    Humboldt Park Boricua becomes Emmy Winner & Community Leader | Adrian Rodriguez | FLAVA Podcast | EP. 85

    Adrian Rodriguez joins Los at the FLAVA Podcast Table for one of the most powerful and emotional conversations yet. Growing up in the streets of Humboldt Park, Adrian opens up about witnessing his first murder as a child, surviving a tough life in the hood, and pushing through trauma, struggle, and adversity to become a leader for his neighborhood and his people. This is a story of survival, growth, and purpose. From dark moments in his childhood to reaching mountaintop moments like winning an Emmy for a documentary, building a beautiful family, and giving back to the community through outreach and leadership — Adrian proves that your past does not define your future. In this episode, we talk about: 🔥 Life growing up in Humboldt Park 💔 Witnessing violence at a young age 🙏 Surviving tough times & personal struggles 🏆 Winning an Emmy for documentary work 👨‍👩‍👧 Family, purpose & happiness 🥊 Community leadership & outreach 🌆 Becoming a champion for his neighborhood This is more than a podcast episode — this is real Chicago, real pain, real growth, and real leadership. Hosted by your favorite podcaster Los from the FLAVA Podcast Network, bringing powerful stories that uplift the culture and the community. 🎥 WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE: ▶️ YouTube:    / @flavapodcast   🌐 Official Website: https://www.flavapodca... 🎙️ FLAVA Podcast Network: https://www.flavapodca... 📸 Instagram:   / flavapodcast   📘 Facebook:   / flavapodcast   🛍️ Support the Movement & Products: https://usa.ganoexcel.... 📢 CALL TO ACTION: If this story inspired you, drop a comment, hit subscribe, and share this episode with someone from Chicago who needs motivation. Tag someone from Humboldt Park. Let’s continue to uplift the culture, the community, and the next generation through powerful stories with real FLAVA. #FlavaPodcast #HumboldtPark #ChicagoPodcast #EntrepreneurStories #CommunityLeadership #RealStories #FLAVAPodcastNetwork Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 15m

  2. FEB 18

    The TAX LADY Iraida Andrade Talks Money, Business & The Future of Entrepreneurs | Flava Podcast | EP. 84

    Iraida Andrade, known as “The Tax Lady,” sits down with Los at the Flava Podcast Studio to drop real game on taxes, entrepreneurship, and how business owners can prepare for the future. If you’re an entrepreneur with big ideas, side hustles, or a growing business — this episode is a MUST WATCH. Iraida breaks down taxes in a simple way, talks about financial growth, and gives powerful insight for business owners who want to level up in 2026 and beyond. This is not just about taxes… this is about building smart, future-ready entrepreneurs. 💼🔥 Tap in as Los and Iraida talk: • Taxes for entrepreneurs • Business mindset & preparation • Financial growth strategies • The future of small businesses • Turning ideas into real income 🎙️ Powered by FLAVA Podcast Network – Chicago’s Home for Entrepreneurs 📍 Book the Studio: https://www.flavapodca... 🌐 FLAVA Taste Testers: https://usa.ganoexcel.... 🎟️ Events & Workshops: https://www.flavapodca... 📲 Follow FLAVA Podcast Network: YouTube:    / @flavapodcast   Instagram:   / flavapodcast   Facebook:   / flavapodcast   #FlavaPodcast #TaxLady #Entrepreneurship #ChicagoPodcasts #BusinessTips #EntrepreneurMindset #TaxesForBusiness #FinancialLiteracy #Los #Flava Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    48 min

  3. FEB 11

    Alderwoman Jessie Fuentes EXPOSES ICE Encounter & The Truth About Chicago and how Dope it is! | EP. 83

    Chicago politics just got REAL. On this episode of the Flava Podcast, Jessie Fuentes returns for her second appearance — and she’s not holding back. She talks about: • Her personal encounter with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) • What’s really happening in Chicago • The state of the country • New businesses and economic growth in her ward • Community leadership and accountability And surprise… SULI is back in the co-host seat holding it down while Liz is on vacation. The energy is different on this one. If you live in Chicago, care about politics, entrepreneurship, or the future of our communities — this episode is for you. 👇 WATCH. COMMENT. SHARE. 👇 Let us know in the comments: Is Chicago moving in the right direction? ⸻ 🎙️ Subscribe to the Flava Podcast Network:    / @flavapodcast   🌐 Website: https://www.flavapodca... 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.c... 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple... ☕ Support our sponsors: https://usa.ganoexcel.... ⸻ #ChicagoPolitics #JessieFuentes #FlavaPodcast #ChicagoNews #ICE #CommunityLeadership #PodcastClips #ChicagoEntrepreneurs Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 34m

  4. FEB 4

    Setbacks to Blessing: Chef Yari Vargas Reopens on Paseo Boricua | Flava Podcast | EP. 82

    Chef Yari Vargas is BACK — and this chapter hits different. After unforeseen circumstances forced the closing of her restaurant on Fullerton, Chef Yari didn’t fold. She leaned into her faith, trusted God’s plan, and came back stronger. Now, her extremely famous restaurant is reopening on Paseo Boricua, and the community is buzzing with excitement. On this powerful episode of the FLAVA Podcast Network, Chef Yari sits down with Chicago’s favorite podcaster Los to talk about: • Her childhood journey • Losing it all and rebuilding through faith • The emotional comeback • What this new Paseo Boricua location means to the culture and the community This is more than food — this is purpose, resilience, and Puerto Rican pride 🇵🇷 🎙️ Watch. Listen. Be inspired. 👉 Subscribe to the FLAVA Podcast Network 👉 Hit the notification bell so you don’t miss new episodes 🌐 Support & check out: https://usa.ganoexcel.... #FlavaPodcast #ChefJariVargas #PaseoBoricua #ChicagoPodcast #FaithJourney #PuertoRicanPride #CommunityStrong Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 35m

  5. JAN 28

    Jordan Haddad | EP. 81

    Jordan Haddad Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 3m

  6. JAN 21

    Fashion, Hustle & Reality — Cesar Rolon Speaks on Success | EP. 80

    Cesar Rolon pulls up to the Flava Podcast Network and drops real gems from the fashion industry 💎 With years of hands-on experience, Cesar Rolon is a seasoned creative who’s lived the reality of the fashion world — from the grind behind the scenes to the discipline it takes to stay relevant. Known for his eye, creativity, and industry knowledge, Cesar shares powerful lessons on branding, consistency, relationships, and staying true to your vision in an industry that’s always changing. He sits down with Los, alongside Flava Podcast alumni and Guest co-host Paloma Greer, for a real conversation about fashion, entrepreneurship, growth, and what it truly takes to survive and thrive long-term. If you’re a creative, entrepreneur, designer, or someone chasing purpose through passion — this episode is for you. 🎧 Tap in. Learn something. Level up your FLAVA. ⸻ 🔗 WATCH • FOLLOW • CONNECT 📺 Flava Podcast Network (YouTube)    / @flavapodcastnetwork   🎙️ Flava Podcast Studio https://www.flavapodca... 👕 FaithSTRONG Apparel https://www.faithstron... 🌿 FLAVA Taste Testers (Gano Excel) https://usa.ganoexcel.... 📘 Flava Podcast Network (Facebook)   / flavapodcastnetwork   📸 Instagram   / flavapodcastnetwork   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 43m

  7. JAN 14

    Breaking Barriers 🔥 Beast Boy & Black Attack on Hip-Hop, Youth, & Taking Hip Hop to the World | EP. 79

    Chicago breaking legends Sergio Rodríguez (Beast Boy) and CJ Williams (Black Attack) pull up to the FLAVA Podcast and really chop it up with Los 💥 This episode is BIG CULTURE. We talk about: 🔥 How breaking saved lives 🔥 Teaching discipline, respect, and confidence to Chicago’s youth 🔥 Traveling the WORLD through breaking 🔥 Bringing Hip-Hop culture to the masses the RIGHT way 🔥 The responsibility of OGs in the culture 🔥 And why breaking is more than dance — it’s a lifestyle These brothers aren’t just dancers — they’re mentors, leaders, and culture carriers doing REAL work in the community and inspiring the next generation to dream bigger. If you care about: ✔️ Hip-Hop culture ✔️ Chicago youth ✔️ Breaking history ✔️ Community impact ✔️ Real conversations 👉 THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU. 🎥 Watch, like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE to the Flava Podcast Network for more real stories, culture, and FLAVA. 🌐 Studio Website: www.flavapodcaststudio.com 👕 FaithSTRONG Apparel: www.faithstrong413.com 📍 Chicago Made. World Traveled. Culture Driven. You already know… THIS IS FLAVA 🔥🔥🔥 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 11m

  8. JAN 11

    Tragedy to Triumph: Dr. Jesus Vishnivetskiy on Loss, Healing, Drag, & Purpose | Flava Podcast | EP.78

    Dr. Jesus Vishnivetskiy stops by Flava Podcast Studio and sits down with Los and Nissa for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Dr. Vishnivetskiy opens up about the heartbreaking murder of his sister — a victim of domestic violence — and the terrifying days of a manhunt as his family lived in fear while the killer was still on the run. He shares how that tragedy shaped his life, his purpose, and his commitment to healing. We also talk about:  • His journey as a doctor and healthcare professional working with the U.S. government  • Navigating identity, culture, and faith  • Becoming an award-winning drag queen  • Opening Ya Ready Store in Humboldt Park  • Turning pain into power and purpose This episode is raw, real, emotional, inspiring — and a reminder that healing can take many forms. 🎙️ Watch, listen, and share this story. You never know who needs it. ⸻ 🔗 Flava Podcast Studio 👉 www.flavapodcaststudio.com 👕 FaithSTRONG Apparel 👉 www.faithstrong413.com 📌 Subscribe to the Flava Podcast Network for more real conversations that matter. #FlavaPodcast #PuertoRico #DomesticViolenceAwareness #HealingJourney #DragCulture #HumboldtPark #ChicagoPodcast #FaithAndPurpose Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/flava-podcast/exclusive-content

    1h 38m
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Chicago Flava Squad interviewing Chicago Entertainers - Politicians - Motivators - Influencers - Trendsetters and getting up close and Personal.

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  • Creator
    Carlos Ivan Arroyo jr
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    90
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Flava Podcast