BBQ is a staple in Salinas California. Hondo Hernandez took it to a competitors level. After traveling and winning many pro level competitions, Hondo decided to take a break from traveling and found an opportunity to team up with old schoolmate Sergio Alejo, the owner of Stonies, to become the Executive Chef of a newly resturant call Stonies Taphouse. Make sure to like and subscribe,IG:@masa4theraza, @stonies_taphouse, @showoff_bbqMusic:@palelani

Once Luis Contreras (LC1) puts his mind into something, he goes full force. Listen to hear how this once music producer transition into something he never thought of doing. Also hear how partner and oldtime friend Michael Rodriguez explaines how LC1 productions has contribute in his journey from fighting substance abuse to now being the face of LC1TV. Make sure to subscribe.MASA for the RazaInstagram:@masa4therazaLC1 Procuctions/LC1TVInstagram: @lc1productions@lc1tvYouTube:LC1 ProductionsMusic Inrtro:SoundCloud:SCI831- SCI Cruel Summer

Rob talks to local comedian Michael Booth. He is one of the comedian" Rat Pack" that resparked a local comedy scene. We talk about how the comedy scene is from city to city, future talks on creating a comedy fest, Cowboy Rowdy Podcast, and answering a random instagram filter questionnaire. Make sure to like, share, and follow.MASAInstagram: @masa4therazaMichael BoofInstagram: @_mboofPodcast: @cowboyrowdypodcastMusicAll City Sound BombersInstagram @allcitysoundbombersBandCamp: https://allcitysoundbombers.bandcamp.com/intro: Stay In Your Lane (Soular Ft. Cal​-​P & D1JOE Produced By. OJTHEPRODUCER)outro: Spaghetti (D1JOE Produced By. D1JOE)

There is a new event kicking off Febuary 23,2020. What is the event about? Rob G interviews ACFA members Javier and Peter to help explain. In a nutshell, this is a relaxing mixer that will showcase every month a variety of cultural music in which the guest will be able to participate and learn. Also listen to hear what is ACFA all about. Make sure to follow to keep updated on all upcoming events:Masa for the Raza Instagram:@masa4therzapodcast on all podcast platforms ( Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Spotify...)Alisal Center for Fine ArtsInstagram: @alisalartsBuy Tickets: Eventbrite.com

Jonathan Rome is back! This time he brought his long time friend and composer Remy Fonseca. They talk about Jonathan's new short film called, "Here Lies Lauren". Hear how Jonathan has grown from a self taught solo film maker, to running a full staff production. Also hear how Remy composed the film and what music cord he chose to use to set the tone. Please make sure to subscribe to get latest updates on new episodes.Recording Location:The Beerded Bean, Salinas, CAMASA: IG @masa4theraza YouTube: Masa for the Raza Jonathan RomeIG: @itsjohnnyromejonathanromeofficial.comMusic intro/outro: LaSofaQueenwww.lasofaqueen.bandcamp.com/releasesAlso playing on all music platforms

Kicking off the first podcast episodes for 2020 with musician, photographer, short film creator, and avid skater Alex Ramirez. He is accompanied by Artist Gerardo Ivan Zambrano and Liliana Zamora. They share with us on the creative culture that has lately evolved in Monterey. Listen in and hear how skating has been Alex infulence on what he does.Make sure to follow Masa on IG https://www.instagram.com/masa4therazaCheck out works Alex on YouTube:@alexram

We continue talking about what contribute to the negative reputation Salinas endures. Rob and guest Cal Paradox talk about how media and locals play a roll on contributing to the "Dark Cloud". Also how Salinas is possibly a micro cause of what America is going through. 

Salinas is known to have a negitive stigma. MASA would like to dive in and tackle this issue and see what is contributing to this "Dark Cloud". Listen as we generally brainstorm, highlight possible contributors, solutions, and share the then and nows through the persective of GenX and GenY. More guest will be covering this topic so please subcribe to get the latest updates. If you would like to contribute to this topic: Please DM us on Instragram @masa4theraza 

Rob G interviews humorous person know as Gorilla. He is one of the lead organizers for a Food and Coat Drive. Listen in as he gives inside scoop on what the first time event is all about and how the community has been a big support in making it happen.  

El Gigante is back on the mic with Rob talking about Dia de los Muertos and recap on whats be going down in the Salinas area.