Rugged 33: Recent Episodes
Mario N. Gomez
Rugged 33....Is a podcast about bad guys doing good things. We have a difficult time finding their place in todays culture. The ever changing culture consist of men who can be hunters and artist at the same time. Men are able to be protectors and sensitive enough to handle a family. Join Mario Gomez and guests of Rugged 33 for in depth conversations and good times.
Host: Mario Gomez is a dad, grandpa, and Pastor. He is originally from Los Angeles, CA. Shout out to Wilmington and Whittier Ca. Make HIM Famous.
Mario and John talk about the Israel and Palestine Conflict, Living Abroad at this time…Horse Blood Sausage, Autism. Dangerous Men.
Healthy Self-Identity: Teaching boys about masculinity helps them develop a healthy and positive self-identity. It allows them to understand and appreciate their gender and the unique qualities associated with it.
There is a war on masculinity, and everywhere we look—on every front we hold sacred—we can see the painful reminders of this collapsing order. The chaos and crisis we are experiencing today should be a signal for men everywhere to rise up; to fight to preserve our way of life by once again walking the ancient paths. But this isn’t a journey that need be taken alone.
Mario and Little Louie talk about serving in Central Asia, Soviet Culture, Missions. Eating Horse, Girl to Guy Ratio, Fear.
Teachers, Parents, & Students: living as an Expat Teacher in Central Asia. This episode is hilarious, you don’t want to miss it.
This episode is raw and hilarious. Don’t miss out as Mario and B talk about Ramadan, Morocco, and life as a Expat Teacher.
Mario & Ice The Translator, travel to Turkey. Visiting Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Colassa,…..
Muslim to Christian. Mom tears up Ices Bible and chokes her to denounce her faith. Crossing Boarders and Paying Bribes. Don’t miss this Episode.
Are you having a bad day, where it feels like nothing is going right? Mario and Sunny have a real conversation about the Gods/Bad days.
Mario and Sunny talk about New Years and new season in life. Amsterdam, Pot Cafes, Red Light District, Van Gogh Museum, and Ann Frank
Mario and Sunny talk: This episode is heart felt, real talk about adjusting to a new life in Central Asia. Russian Teachers, Police Experiences, Eating Horse.
Mario and Sunny, talk about the effects of divorce from a personal perspective. The heart felt episode will leave you thinking…
Mario and Sunny have a down to Earth conversation on marriage. How do you know when you are ready? What does a Godly Man and Woman look like? Communication…Love Language
Back by Popular Demand. Dating Part 2. Mario and Sunny talk about the ups and downs of dating and dating culture. You don’t want to miss this one.
Dating, and what that looks like in the generation of dating apps, organic dating, and terrible experiences. Lol this is part of a series about Relationships
Mario and Sunny talk about Friends. Friends and Acquaintances, what is a good friend? What does somebody get when they get you as a friend?
Mario and Sunny talk about alcohol from a Biblical perspective. Don’t miss this episode.
Mario and Sunny talk about The War, Student gets stabbed with a pen, and Sharing Jesus at a pub with co-workers.
Dating, Hook Up Culture, & Dating Apps. Interesting Conversation between Dad and daughter on dating.
Hurt by the Church? It happens more in some churches than others. Hear the raw talk about hurt and love within the church.
Mario and Sunny talk about: The whisper in her ear at a concert. Fears that keep us from living a peaceful life. The war in Central Asia.
Mario and Sunny talk about the spirit world. Angels and Demons. Mario’s first time praying for someone who is demonized, and comes to freedom through Christ.
Mario and Sunny Talk about missions in Asia, and the future of missions. Don’t miss this one its a tear jerker.
Mario and his daughter Sunny talks about growing up in missions. Serving in Mexico when The Cartels were at its worse. Missions, Mexican Cartels, Future Missions.
The struggles are real, your life is lived under a microscope as a Pastors Kid. We are judged on a different level…Based on your parents. The pressures and how we handled it.
This conversation is about Men and their need to live in community. Don’t miss this episode. Be encouraged to hear about a safe Man community in Journeymen.
Growing up in church. Special guests: Dirty Vatos: King Louie and Dirty Joab. Angels at camp. Louie, picks the wrong women, and Mario doesn’t get a ribbon for not speaking in tongues
Mario talks about suffering in loneliness and solitude. Loneliness can build relationships, and trust in GOD. The competition for our attention is ruthless.
Mario, talks about the difficulties of life in Central Asia, and how living the Good Life isn’t always easy…Negative thoughts, loneliness, and financial difficulties.
Muslim…To Christ. This guy went from beating up people for his faith, to loving them into The Kingdom Of God.
Mario talks about his fear of Little People, Moving to Central Asia By Himself, & Swimming With Sharks.
Marios, daily life in Central Asia. Taxi Crash, Eating Horse Meat, Learning a new language.
After being detained, fined, and paying a bribe…Find out if Mario gets to leave the country…Is Mario allowed to come back to Central Asia and serve?
Mario gets detained, fined, bribed, and cant leave Central Asia. Listen as Mario shares this never ending journey.
Mario makes a “crazy” decision to move to Central Asia. He would battle his own thought, family ties, Church life, and practical issues.
Marios first trip to Central Asia. How did missions come about. Dream Big! Prays for the sick and GOD heals her. Prays in a Mosque. Living out The Book Of Acts…Make HIM Famous.
The state of the church in the pandemic. A conversation from two Pastors point of view. Check out this one and share with your friends.
This episode is some real talk. Mario and Joe have conversations about Cal Corrections, Abuse, and a redemption story. You don’t want to miss this episode.
Mario and Stephen go deep into talking about his daughter Luna at the age of 2 diagnosed with cancer. To talks of healing and overcoming abuse. Don’t miss this one.
The show goes deep into Stephenslife: Autism, Homeless, and being a Dad. A story of brokenness to healing. Don’t miss this episode.
Narcs want you living in a broken relationships. Here is a Biblical and Clinical aspect of Narcissists.
In this episode Mario shares about losing his little brother Stephen in a car accident.
Mario, Johnny Black, With Special Guest Devon Martinez talk about business, monies, and social media. The boldness of taking chances with no fear.
Mario and Bart talk about Pastors, Porn, & Possibilities. You don’t want to miss this episode.
Mario and Jason talk about fitness, business ownership, and him finding his family. From being in the system to finding peace and success.
In our chaotic world Mario has on Jason and Bart, as they talk about Black Lives Matter from their perspectives.
Mario, Johnny Black, & Dr. Victor Serrato: From The Varrio to being a Dr. Wrestling, and Missions
Mario and Guest Host Johnny Apodaca AKA Johnny Black talk about life and the start of Rugged 33.