Danny talks with Psychic Medium, AJ Barrera, about his latest show at the Brea Improv - “Paragordo Activity” with Comedians Momo Rodriguez, Don Hefty, & our podcast regular/co-host of the OMG Hi Podcast Gil Carrillo, AJ’s upbringing in Hacienda Heights (CA), how AJ discovered his ability to communicate with the paranormal, AJ’s connection with our hometown of La Habra (CA), how AJ first started getting work as a medium doing readings on Coast 103.5/KBIG/Syndicated, AJ’s mindset entering a paranormal experience, AJ’s initial gut instinct he felt in junior high telling him he was somehow connected to the paranormal, handling the positive and negative energies involved in work as a medium, hoaxes mistaken as paranormal activity, EVP’s (Electric Voice Phenomenon), negative energy AJ has experienced along his travels, how AJ met Comedian Momo Rodriguez and became friends/business partners, AJ’s expertise and how it has been used for law enforcement situations, the importance of earning the trust of those who are about to be read, and how to pay attention to messages/thoughts/feelings/ from the paranormal and accept them. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/aj_barrera/ https://linktr.ee/AJBarrera https://ajbarrera.com/appointment/ https://ajbarrera.com/new-events/ https://www.tiktok.com/@aj_barrera? https://www.youtube.com/c/ajbarrera --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

Alternate Take with Danny Mancera

#45 - Psychic Medium - AJ Barrera

Danny talks with Bruce Buffer, the voice of the UFC, about where he grew up as a kid, his late father Mr. Joe Buffer (RIP), how he met his brother - legendary boxing ring announcer - Michael Buffer, how he became Michael’s manager, Mr. Joe Buffer’s New York Times Best Selling Book “Skull”, the vital role Bruce’s parents played in his success as a professional and most importantly a human being, Bruce’s learning experiences that he used to better himself into the success he is today, B.S.C. (Balls, Skills, Confidence), Bruce’s top of the line products including his ‘Puncher’s Chance’ Whiskey and his ‘It’s Time!’ Energy Drink, how Bruce earned the UFC Announcer gig full time through an episode of ‘F.R.I.E.N.D.S.’, Bruce’s mental approach before entering the octagon to perform, the good and the bad that Bruce has taken away from all the fighters he’s worked with and admired the most, the fights/fighters that Bruce recommends a fight fan or fighter goes back and watches to learn and to be inspired. A special thank you to Kristen Greulach for setting up the interview. We are grateful to call you a friend. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://twitter.com/brucebuffer?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://www.instagram.com/brucebufferufc/?hl=en https://linktr.ee/brucebuffer http://brucebuffer.com https://puncherschancebourbon.com https://www.instagram.com/puncherschancebourbon/ https://itstimeenergy.com https://www.instagram.com/itstimeenergy/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-time-w-bruce-buffer/id971951176 https://www.amazon.com/Bruce-Buffer/e/B00BFW2ORY%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share https://www.amazon.com/Skull-Joe-Buffer/dp/B000F5EPHE --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#44 - Official Octagon Announcer & Voice of the UFC - Bruce Buffer

Danny talks with the Permian Panther Legend, James “Boobie” Miles (most famously known his for portrayal in the hit movie “Friday Night Lights), about how he got to Odessa (TX), his adoption by his uncle L.V. Miles, the role his uncle played in his development as a man, his relationship with his teammates from childhood to the end of high school, the pros and cons of growing up in a small town, the scenes of “Friday Night Lights” that were real and the scenes that were Hollywood touch-ups, how Boobie ended up choosing to play for the Mighty Mojo Permian Panthers, his early years at Permian, the prime seasons at Permian, teammates that Boobie admired the most, the transformation of Don Billingsley, the late great Chris Comer (RIP), the moment Boobie realized he couldn’t play football anymore and reliving it on the big screen, the pros and cons of putting “all your eggs in one basket”, Boobie’s son who plays RB at Ventura Community College, Boobie’s passion for teaching football/life lessons to the new generation, and who would win in a hypothetical matchup between the Permian Panthers and the Dillon Panthers. “Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can’t Lose.” “Be Perfect.” Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/boobiemilesofficial/ https://www.boobiemilesofficial.me/merchandise/p/dtjwakblbh0msoft8urxgvhchbn86m --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#43 - 'Friday Night Lights' Permian Panthers Running Back - Boobie Miles

Danny talks with the Captain of the 1980 USA Olympic Hockey Team - Mike Eruzione, about where Mike grew up in Winthrop, Massachusetts, his diverse athleticism as a star baseball/football/hockey athlete, how the legendary coach Jack Parker of Boston University recruited Mike to his now alma mater, his Italian heritage, how hockey has developed in the east coast from his youth to now, the college hockey rivalries he was a part of, how the legendary coach of the 1980 Olympic Team - Herb Brooks researched and found Mike, how Mike was available to try out for the olympic team, what playing for Herb Brooks was like, the importance of the legendary assistant head coach Craig Patrick to the 1980 team, their “one game at a time” approach to 1980 olympics, how emotions were for the team leading into the championship game against the Russians, why the 1980 victory meant so much to people in the United States, what it was like to be the captain of the USA team, the shooting of the move “Miracle”, what life as like after the olympics for Mike Eruzione, and Mike’s book he wrote depicting the events of the 1980 olympic team “The Making of a Miracle”. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://twitter.com/MERUZIONE?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://goterriers.com/staff-directory/mike-eruzione/167 https://www.amazon.com/Making-Miracle-Captain-Medal-Winning-Olympic/dp/0062960954/ref=asc_df_0062960954/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=416850530051&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3189207282022489825&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031578&hvtargid=pla-871160860493&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=95590146924&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=416850530051&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3189207282022489825&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031578&hvtargid=pla-871160860493 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#42 - Captain of the 1980 Olympic USA Hockey "Miracle" Team - Michael Eruzione

Danny talks with the Leader of the Female Rap Group JJ-Fad - Juana Sperling aka “MC J.B.” about how they started JJ-Fad from the Inland Empire neighborhood Rialto, how they got into the rap game in the 80’s, how they got involved with The L.A. Dream Team and Ruthless Records, their relationship with Eazy-E, how they were involved with the legendary Rap group N.W.A. and contributed to their success, Dr. Dre’s contribution to their hit song “Supersonic”, the beef between East Coast and West Coast Rappers, how their life changed after “Supersonic” went platinum, what the members of JJ-Fad chose to do after they retired from the studio, their experience with the business side of the music game including their relationship with Jerry Heller, JJ-Fad’s latest performances and their new tours with Ice Cube and Warren G, how they featured in the new upcoming Ozomatli album with one of our former guests on Alternate Take Raul Pacheco, Juana’s take on modern female rappers and what they do great and what they do poorly, who her favorite rappers are now, and her advice for young artists. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/momma_juana/ https://www.instagram.com/j.j.fad/ https://www.tiktok.com/@officialj.j.fad?lang=en https://linktr.ee/rappinj https://officialjjfad.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti1bFMBd6V4 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#41 - Leader of the Rap Group 'JJ Fad' - Juana Sperling aka MC J.B.

Danny talks with Comedian Willie Barcena about his relationship with former Alternate Take guest and Comedian Gilbert Esquivel, how they started the ‘Latino Comedy Night’ at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood, the secret to becoming a great stand-up comedian, why Latino Comics have always had an up and down relationship with each other, how Stephen King’s book “On Writing” helped Willie and fellow comic Joey Diaz, Willie’s recently learned lesson from his trip to Israel, Willie’s outlook on failure, where Willie grew up as a kid, Willie’s first career choice before becoming a comedian, Willie’s favorite comics, Willie’s style of comedy, the secret to finding your voice on stage, Willie’s recent shows in Vegas, when Willie started doing comedy shows for the big time venues in Los Angeles, Willie’s first special, the blue collar vs white collar approach to comedy, Willie’s next special, baseball stories, Willie’s kids, and Willie’s advice to young comics starting out. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/williebarcena/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxNtg9vqcSg-eKlrIEnDqKg?app=desktop https://www.tiktok.com/@williebarcena? https://www.facebook.com/williebarcenacomedy/ https://www.amazon.com/Willie-Barcena-Gotta-Be-Honest/dp/B00IFSEC3A http://www.williebarcena.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#40 - Comedian - Willie Barcena

Danny talks with the Lead Guitarist from Ozomatli and a former guest on Alternate Take, Raul “El Bully” Pacheco, about what it’s like to be touring again, their hit single “Mi Destino” feat. B-Real & Gaby Moreno, their latest show with Los Lobos, Dave Hidalgo of Los Lobos, understanding the guitar vs being good at guitar, John Mayer, the stages of learning the guitar, what’s more difficult: songwriting or music production, how Ozomatli creates their songs, their diverse style of music that includes latin/funk/jazz/hip hop/folk flavors, the boundary-pushing mentality of a musician, how we all personify with certain songs, a band’s relationship with their fans, Ozomatli’s new record which will be released in early 2022, their newest collaboration with J.J Fad and Lisa Lisa, the old school hip hop scene, their upcoming tour and concert dates, and my uncle Larry. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/raulelbullypacheco/ https://www.instagram.com/ozomatli/ https://ozomatli.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#39 - Lead Guitarist from Ozomatli - Raul "El Bully" Pacheco

Danny talks with 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fans Inductee & your favorite/most notable RAIDERS fan, Wayne “The Violator” Mabry, about his upbringing in Mississippi, his eventual move to California inspired by his love for the Raiders Franchise, how he became “The Violator”, how his personality differs aside from Sunday’s, his views on the Raiders move to Las Vegas, favorite memories from the Raiders time in Oakland, how he got nominated and earned the induction to the 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fans, which surprise Raider had the honor of giving Wayne the induction news, how his experience was in Canton-Ohio for the HOF Induction along with Charles Woodson & Tom Flores, his time with the CEO of the HOF Carl Baker, Wayne’s charity work off the gridiron, Wayne’s other businesses he has including his brand new autobiography titled “The Walk: Footsteps of My Journey”/his cigar line/his clothing line/health supplement ambassadorship, Wayne’s take on the Raiders 2021 draft, and his outlook on the 2021 season. GO RAIDERS! Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/mabrywayne/ https://twitter.com/violator57?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://www.amazon.com/WALK-Footsteps-My-Journey/dp/1649133804/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=the+walk+footsteps+of+my+journey&qid=1621792580&sprefix=the+wall+foot&sr=8-3 MODO-SPORTS.COM --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#38 - Las Vegas Raiders Hall of Fans Inductee - Wayne "The Violator" Mabry

Danny talks with Comedian, Gilbert Esquivel, about his upbringing, his work as a farm worker with his family, how he got hooked into being an entertainer, the positive lessons Gil has taken from the absence of his father, when and how he started doing stand up, comedians who struggled in the beginning vs those who are naturals, how to emotionally handle being talented at something, the insecurity of comedians and why it makes them so funny, the beginning part of his comedy career performing in East LA with comics Willie Barcena/Felipe Esparza/Joey Diaz/Jeff Garcia/Johnny Sanchez/Gabriel Iglesias, George Lopez, Paul Rodriguez, how the Latino Comedy Explosion started and by who, how long he’s been doing comedy, how he has handled comedy and it’s effects on his personal life, his blue collar approach to the entertainment industry, his full circle experience with Brad Garrett, his daughters success in music, his ability to perform as a clean comic and how difficult that is, how to change the crowds energy so they can adjust from one comic to another, Carlos Mencia, Anjelah Johnson, his upcoming shows, Richard Pryor, and the time he performed in a prison. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do.  https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/  https://www.instagram.com/gilbert.esquivel/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#37 - Comedian - Gilbert Esquivel

Danny talks with THE BEST UFC CUTMAN in the business, Rudy Hernandez, about how we want to pass from this earth, Danny’s dad, Rudy’s experience working for UFC 260: Stipe Miocic vs Francis Ngannou, Rudy’s experience working for UFC 264: Dustin Poirier vs Conor McGregor, what it was like being the first man on the scene to assist Conor McGregor with his broken leg, Rudy’s blue collar approach to a profession with such notoriety, his thoughts on fighters who have major personalities and those who do not, Floyd Mayweather, Rudy’s current professional boxers he’s training and their upcoming bouts, Naoya Inoue, thoughts on the McGregor vs Poirier fight, what UFC does better than Boxing, Canelo Alvarez, the upcoming fight on October 9th - Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3, the upcoming fight on August 21st - Manny Pacquiao vs Errol Spence Jr, Rudy’s upcoming trip to Abu Dabi in August for his role as a boxing trainer, Rudy’s experience working for UFC Fight Night: Makhachev vs Moises where Miesha Tate had her successful comeback, our former guest on Alternate Take 2020 MMA Coach of the year Eric Nicksick, Rudy’s biggest takeaways from traveling worldwide, if honesty is truly the best policy, titties, his thoughts on Francis Ngannou vs Jon Jones, and our former guest on Alternate Take freelance cinematographer Aaron Mendez.  Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake  &  follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do.  https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/  https://www.instagram.com/rudyhboxing/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#36 - UFC Cutman/Boxing Trainer - Rudy Hernandez

Danny and Producer JB talk with NFL Defensive End for the Jacksonville Jaguars Adam Gotsis, and NFL Defensive Tackle/Owner of ‘Playhouse Performance’ Gym Kyle Peko, about how they met as teammates on the Denver Broncos back in 2015, Adam’s road from Australia to Georgia Tech University in 2011, Adam & Kyle’s favorite college football memories, Kyle’s path to the NFL, their draft day/signing day celebrations, the lessons they learned from their favorite coaches and players during their time with the Denver Broncos, Adam’s new team the Jacksonville Jaguars and his time there thus far, how Kyle and Adam have noticed cultural shifts in each organization/coaching staff they’ve been apart of, Adam’s progress report on new additions to the Jaguars including the #1 Overall Draft Pick Trevor Lawrence/Head Coach Urban Meyer/Travis Etienne/Tim Tebow, Adam’s relationship with the Legend Washington State QB and current Jaguars QB Gardner Minshew, and Kyle’s gym in Brea, CA Playhouse Performance. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/adamgotsis/ https://www.jaguars.com/team/players-roster/adam-gotsis/ https://www.instagram.com/kyle_peko90/ https://www.instagram.com/playhouseperformance/ https://www.instagram.com/johnbartolone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#35 - Jacksonville Jaguars DE - Adam Gotsis & Owner of Gym 'Playhouse Performance' - Kyle Peko

Danny talks with the 2020 MMA Coach of the Year, Eric Nicksick, about Eric’s upbringing in Las Vegas, Nevada, his stint as a college football player in Utah and Fireman in Las Vegas, how Eric used the lessons from the coaches of his life into his own teaching, Eric’s legendary Dad who coached for years as Defensive Coordinator for the local High School in Eric’s hometown, how Eric approaches a new student/parent and sets the standard for expectations, how Eric gained the trust of Randy Couture and earned the role as Gym Manager for one of the best MMA gyms in the world if not THE BEST…Xtreme Couture MMA, how Eric learned to diversify himself as a coach, the first fighters Eric started training, how Eric & his team prepared for fighting in empty arenas during 2020 and how that affected his fighters, the experience coaching the Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou and the lead up/preparation to UFC 260: The Rematch vs Stipe Miocic, the growth of Francis Ngannou & how they stay hungry for their next fight, Eric’s fighter Aljamain Sterling and their first fight with Petr Yan on UFC 259, their preparation for a can’t miss rematch with Petr Yan, Eric’s role as head trainer for Miesha Tate and her comeback to the UFC, how Eric approaches his fighters personalities and understands what their needs are, his role as head trainer for Dan Ige, our former guest on Alternate Take UFC Cutman Rudy Hernandez, and 10th Planet Orange County.  Punch in the promo code: “alternatetake” at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake  &  follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do.  https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/eric_xcmma/  https://twitter.com/Eric_XCMMA?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor  https://xtremecouturemma.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#34 - UFC Head Trainer/2020 MMA Coach of the Year/Xtreme Couture MMA Gym Manager - Eric Nicksick

Danny talks with Country Music Artist Davey Arnold about how they know each other from the great city of Whittier, CA, his time spent at Rancho Starbuck/Matre Dei High School/Fullerton College/Arizona State, how he started playing music, stories about kids from the neighborhood, Davey’s biggest musical influences, how Davey creates his songs, how Davey battles ego in the writing room, Davey’s most popular songs including his latest release “Superman”, Dodgers vs Angels rivalry, Davey’s best experiences on the road, and Davey’s plans for the rest of 2021/2022. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/daveyarnoldmusic/?hl=en https://cmdshft.ffm.to/superman https://soundcloud.com/davey-arnold --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#33 - Country Music Artist/Kid from the Neighborhood - Davey Arnold

Danny talks with Producer JB about JB's latest trials and tribulations, the rumors Danny has spread about JB on past episodes and to our friends as of recent, what Danny & JB have in common with Kobe & Shaq, the best places to find a good ethical woman, Alternate Take's plans for merch, Danny's life rules that agitate JB, JB's disrespect to his Italian heritage, our plans for procreation, the times Danny argued with JB's guests at our home, Danny's recommendation to JB on how to pick his up future wife, and our friend Spencer's wedding.  Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/johnbartolone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#32 - Producer of Alternate Take - JB

Danny talks with Americana/Country Music Artist, Dylan Smucker, about the pros and cons of alcohol while living a rock & roll lifestyle, what type of country music Dylan is into & what artists are holding up the namesake of country, Netflix’s “The Ranch”, winning the “Babylonian Money System” so you can live like a cowboy, living in Los Angeles vs living in Nashville, John Mayer’s unique journey from star to living on the land in Montana, David Beckham’s documentary about going to the Amazon, Dylan’s take on cancel culture, Dylan’s biggest musical influences, John Mayer again, the blues, Albert King, Dylan’s Phenomenal Debut Record “Old Letters”, Dylan’s progress and his upcoming record, Dylan’s take on having a label vs being an independent artist, and being true to your craft as an artist. Punch in the promo code: alternatetake at SmoothMyBalls.com and earn 15% off! http://smoothmyballs.com/alternatetake & follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.instagram.com/dylansmucker/ https://twitter.com/DylanJamesCo?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor open.spotify.com/artist/0NTHLQT… https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Dylan+Smucker&i=digital-music&search-type=ss&ref=ntt_srch_drd_B07XVR41SK --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

#31 - Country/Americana Solo Artist - Dylan Smucker

Danny talks about serious stuff, man. www.twitter.com/alternatetakedm www.instagram.com/alternatetakedm/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetakedm/support