We're From The Valley: Recent Episodes
Sam Aparicio
In this episode, I sit with Andres Bernal as we talk about the importance of the arts, how music can play such a big influence on your life, and how to reach your full potential. We also discuss what is considered true quality of life and what keeps us from actually being able obtain it. It was a great time recording this one and I hope you enjoy listening.
En este primer episodio en español de We're From The Valley tuve la oportunidad de platicar con los integrantes de la banda de CRUCES de Reynosa, Tamaulipas. Platicamos un poco de como surgio este grupo musical y de sus influencias musicales. Son 3 tipazos con mucho talento y espero que les guste este podcast tanto como me gustó grabarlo.
In this episode I am joined by Will, Rob & Cody who are old friends that played in a local RGV band called The Requested. We talk about how they all met and how the band got started, and then we reminisce on the old times playing in the local valley music scene and the fun times playing at venues like the VFW, the incubator, Cine El Rey, etc. I had a lot of fun catching up with these guys at Will's annual Memorial Day weekend reunion. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I did recording it.
In this episode I am joined by valley-native Josh Segundo as he shares with us his experiences working full-time in the film industry. We discuss how he got his foot in the door and the different tasks he's had to do to allow him to ultimately land the projects he's been able to work on. We also go back in time to talk about what it was like growing up in the valley, picking up a skateboard as kids, and also jump into what the music scene was like in the RGV during our teenage years. Hope you guys enjoy this one as much as I did recording it!
Christmas is just around the corner. In light of the holiday season, my friend Jamie Rios and I break down our Top Christmas movie picks of all time. Join us as we drink hot chocolate and talk about our favorite feel-good holiday movies.
In this episode I am joined by the talented Nick Villarreal, former guitarist for rock band Sons of Texas who left their mark not only in the U.S. but internationally as well. Nick shares some great stories about his experiences as a touring musician and the amount of work it took to fulfill this lifelong dream of his. Be sure to check out this episode to hear a little more about what Nick is up to now as COO of Fork to Fit Kitchen.
In this episode I am joined by one of my oldest & dearest friends, Arnie Bernal, drummer for Scarlett O'hara as we talk about his experiences touring straight out of high school, recent performances on the road, playing at Louder Than Life Festival, and recording new music with the band.
In this episode, my friend Melany Perez and I talk about the dynamics of dating in an era where we are constantly distracted by our phones and social media, the effects of ghosting, and how millenials are getting married much later compared to our parent's generation.
In this episode I am joined by Dr. Jeannette Moreno, who practiced Psychiatry for 50 years helping patients with addictions & mental health. Dr. Moreno talks about ways to help deal with depression, how to run from anger and the 5 different styles of listening.
In this episode, I am joined by my dear friend Alexa Rivera, co-owner of the local boutique The Style Union located in McAllen, Texas. Alexa shares the inspiring story of how an idea turned into a full-time business and is now an integral part of the local business community in South Texas.
In this episode I get to sit with magician and performer Matt Garza as we talk about his roots in the RGV and his journey from amateur to professional magician.
In this episode I am joined by my good friend JJ Juarez as we talk about the local music scene in the valley during our high school years.
In this episode we talk about our favorite restaurants/coffee shops/hangout spots in the RGV. Have some recs? Send them our way! Find us on insta: @sam_aparicio & omelette_daddy