The Sitdown

Anthony Zataray
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  • Society & Culture

The Sitdown is where Anthony Zataray, the host and producer, connects with a new guest each week to explore real stories, powerful conversations, and everyday perspectives. This isn’t about experts or fame — it’s about relatable people, raw experiences, and the lessons we can all learn from one another. At its core, The Sitdown celebrates the beauty of dialogue and the power it holds to spark growth, connection, and healing across communities. Whether you're navigating something heavy or just need some extra company, there’s always a seat open for you. Come sit down with us.

  1. 09/01/2021

    Ep: 26: Why Was The Chris Paul Trade Vetoed In 2011 & History of The Word "Black" In America

    In this super casual episode we have the honor of sitting down with scholar, former athlete, & recording artist Josias (Sias) Parker. He currently studies at Clark Atlanta University in African American Studies. Sias and I are college best friends, former team mates, and room mates at Greenville University. So, this Sitdown was very special to me not only on a podcasting level, but a memory level. I will never forget this moment because we got to have this amazing show for all of you guys and hang out for the first time since after graduating and going on our own paths. This episode covers a wide variety of topics: Opening up with very casual NBA basketball talk covering the Laker's Bubble Championship, Kobe & Chris Paul trade, LaMelo Ball & the new generation of the league, where D'Aron Foxx should go next, & our middle school basketball memories. We then transition to our varies trips we took while in college together, the Pixar movie Soul, the greatness of Jamie Foxx, Mike Tyson, & The Rock. The last part of this episode we move into deeper topics like the importance of history and storytelling in regards to learning, & different learning styles. Sias jumps into a deep dive into the history of the words "Black" & "White" in America, Police vs The People, & George Floyd. The Guest Social Media: Josias's Instagram: @sirsias The Podcast Instagram @the.sitdownpodcast Lofi Musi In The Begging Was Produced By My Cousin Sal Arredondo IG: @sal_arredondo_jr

  2. 08/19/2021

    Ep 25: Mindset & Perspective, The Story Of Strength Valley Gym, & Sniffing Ammonia For The First Time

    After a very long leave of absence The Sitdown podcast is finally back with another episode it will be worth the wait. In this episode, we are sitting down with the owner of Strength Valley Gym in Coalinga, CA. Rob works full time as an oil worker and has his business as a gym owner, he has had a rough past with the law and the passing of his mom all adding to his very inspiring story from down in the gutter to a successful business owner and power lifter. The topics we cover: We go over mindsets and perspectives in regards of being in tough situations or situations you may feel stuck in, we also cover the metaphor of life between quick sand in life and what the first person did when they found quick sand, and finally at the end of the episode I sniff ammonia for the first time.    Skip to 14:44 if you would like to skip the rant    Rob's Information:   Personal IG: robmal_07  Strength Valley IG: strength_valley  The Sitdown IG: the.sitdownpodcast

  3. 04/16/2021

    Ep 24: Not Your Typical Sitdown W/ Hannah Banana

    What's up Sitdown Fam! We have such an unique and wild episode here for you this week. We have the pleasure of sitting down with 2nd grade teacher Hannah Banana & my girlfriend former guest of the show Kat. All three of us were drunk and recording in a Motel 6 at Santa Maria, CA. In this episode, you will here bad jokes, random drunk talk, and an inside look into what it is like being a teacher during the pandemic. Come sit down with us.  Hannah Instagram & TikTok: @hannahdenney18 The Sitdown Instagram: @the.sitdownpodcast

  4. 04/09/2021

    Ep 23: The Secret To Drake's Greatness, Influencer vs Follower, NFTs, & MUCH More

    Lorde Sanctus is a rap artist, producer and head of record label Connect The Coast. Lorde has had his music put on projects like Despicable Me 2, The Ellen Show, Transformers, On My Block, and MTV show The Challenge. We get into conversations about the power of rhythm and melody, our informational society and what it has led to, NFTs and Crypto, and everything in between. Come sitdown with us.  Lorde Sanctus Instagram: @lordeofthesanctus Lorde Sanctus Record Label: @connectthecoast Visit lordesanctus.com for all your Lorde Sanctus content Song at the end: Turn You Up by Fg_Thrilla ft Maurizio  The Sitdown Instagram: @the.sitdownpodcast

  5. 04/02/2021

    Ep 22: A Drunken Story After The ALL LOVE Show, Childhood Stories From $horty DuWop, & A Deep Dive Into His Hit Track Surviving or Living

    This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with Santa Maria's very own and Connect The Coast artist $horty DuWop. We have a real conversation conversation about a drunken story that almost lead Shorty to banging my head against a steering wheel, the old Golden State Warrior's We Believe Team, the importance of reading, gardening, and books in general. We really deep dive into a lot here and you will get a good look into who the artist Shorty DuWop is. Come sitdown with us.  $horty DuWopp Instagram: @hootiehoo_95 Spotify & Apple Music: $horty DuWop Song at the end: Surviving or Living  Lofi Beat: Serenity produce by Prod. Riddiman The Sitdown Instagram: @the.sitdownpodcast

  6. 03/27/2021

    Ep 21: The Story of Chief Eddie: Drugs, ODs, Toxic Relationships, But Still Managing Success Trough it All

    This week on The Sitdown we have the pleasure of sitting down with National Chief, Chief Eddie. He oversees kitchens all over the United States traveling around in places like Canada, New York, Texas, and many more insuring that food and kitchen is up to standard. Here on The Sitdown, Chief Eddie opens up and tells his story from the very lows to the up most highs. This episode, is an inspiring story that should become a Netflix series one day. I can see it now, a story about a chief who starts smoking meth at fourteen years old and becomes one of the United States top chiefs! WOW. Come sitdown with us to hear this amazing story.  Chief Eddie Instagram: @a_huevo_food_creations Song at the end: Lord Sanctus - Better Than This (Music Video OUT NOW!) Lord Sanctus Instagram: @lordeofthesanctus The Sitdown Instagram: @the.sitdownpodcast Podcast Streaming Where Ever You Get Your Podcast! New Episode Every Friday.

  7. 03/19/2021

    Ep 20: The Stigma Around Using YouTube Beats, Meme Culture, & Mexican American Rapper Stereotypes

    This week on The Sitdown we have the pleasure of sitting down with Ishmael a Mexican American rap artist from Porterville, Ca. We get into discussions about finding yourself in order to make music, the evolution of his music abilities, the stigma of using Youtube beats and much much more. Come sitdown with us and enjoy the fun. Guest Instagram: @heyitsishmael Youtube Channel: Along Side Home  All Music Platforms: Ishmael  Song at the end: All That by Ishmael  The Sitdown Instagram: @the.sitdownpodcast

  8. 03/12/2021

    Ep 19: The Value of Opinions, You're Not The Judge of Your Own Creations, & How Do You Care Without Caring?

    This week on the show we have the pleasure of sitting down with singer, song writer, Youtuber, business owner, and beauty enthusiast Audrey Badasci. We get into topics involving content and content creation and get side tracked the entire way. This episode is the perfect episode to get a laugh or two from as well as some thought provoking conversation. I will be honest it is a mess, but a definite must listen. Come sitdown with us. Guest Instagram: @audrizzzzzle Lash company Instagram: @teddylashco Foodie Page:@audifoodieguide  Youtube: Audrey Rochelle  Song at the end: Used 2 Love Me by Audrey Rochelle  The Sitdown Instagram: @the.sitdownpodcast

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The Sitdown is where Anthony Zataray, the host and producer, connects with a new guest each week to explore real stories, powerful conversations, and everyday perspectives. This isn’t about experts or fame — it’s about relatable people, raw experiences, and the lessons we can all learn from one another. At its core, The Sitdown celebrates the beauty of dialogue and the power it holds to spark growth, connection, and healing across communities. Whether you're navigating something heavy or just need some extra company, there’s always a seat open for you. Come sit down with us.

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  • Creator
    Anthony Zataray
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Anthony Zataray
  • Show Website
    The Sitdown