Dro In The Wind
By Alejandro Hernandez
I'm your host Alejandro Hernandez. The purpose of this podcast is to bring you genuine insight on my life and life in Chicago while also bringing in guests who inspire me to share their story.
Dro In The WindMay 31, 2022
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Revved Up w/ Sonny
We're back and better than before with special guest HateSonny! Sonny and I go way back to story of how we met, he takes us through his general creative process, we talk about his upcoming EP 'AGNB' before getting into some tangents about sports and food.
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May 31, 202248:52
Invest in Yourself w/ Pablo Trees
On today’s episode, we talk with Pablo Trees, the artist behind Pabs Prints. In our first after hours special, we get extra spicy talking about the new Demon Slayer movie, why doge coin is a scam, get sidetracked with discussing capitalism vs Marxism, and what it means to stay true to your passion. This was my favorite recording yet and I hope you enjoy!
2:00- Who is Pablo Trees?
7:30- What it means it give back and going on a tangent about capitalism vs Marxism
26:00- What defines an anime?
30:00- Demon Slayer, following your passion, and not seeking outside validation
42:00- The meaning behind the Pig
52:30- Rapid Fire Questions and why you should invest in Pabs Prints
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Buy GOOD CRACK and support recently released inmates from Cook County jail: drointhewind.bandcamp.com/track/good-crack
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Visit his website: pabsprints.com/
2:00- Who is Pablo Trees?
7:30- What it means it give back and going on a tangent about capitalism vs Marxism
26:00- What defines an anime?
30:00- Demon Slayer, following your passion, and not seeking outside validation
42:00- The meaning behind the Pig
52:30- Rapid Fire Questions and why you should invest in Pabs Prints
Don’t forget to Like and Subscribe!
Follow us in twitter and IG: @drointhewind_
Buy GOOD CRACK and support recently released inmates from Cook County jail: drointhewind.bandcamp.com/track/good-crack
Follow Pabs on IG and Twitter: @pabsprints
Visit his website: pabsprints.com/
May 26, 202101:02:03
Ep. 12 | Being Fearless w/ Kyra Horton
Today’s guest is author and creator Kyra Horton. Kyra recently self-published her first poetry book titled “Cries of a Butterfly.”
In our conversation, we discuss why she describes herself as a creator, her experience in self-publishing her own book, the importance of facing your fears, and much more! Time stamps below:
4:30- Who Is Kyra Horton, being fearless and finding balance between monetizing hobbies and doing hobbies for yourself
11:00- Kyra’s journey to self-publishing
16:20- The importance of gratitude
21:00- Reading of “Flow”
24:30- Reading of “instrument” and the importance of kindness
33:00- Kyra’s spiritual journey and her relationship with God
40:00- Her experience in Louder Than A Bomb (The World’s Largest Poetry Slam competition), and the difference between living in Chicago and Arizona
50:00- Film, Photography, and balance as the key to life
58:00- Rapid Fire questions
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Music- Damage Control by HateSonny
In our conversation, we discuss why she describes herself as a creator, her experience in self-publishing her own book, the importance of facing your fears, and much more! Time stamps below:
4:30- Who Is Kyra Horton, being fearless and finding balance between monetizing hobbies and doing hobbies for yourself
11:00- Kyra’s journey to self-publishing
16:20- The importance of gratitude
21:00- Reading of “Flow”
24:30- Reading of “instrument” and the importance of kindness
33:00- Kyra’s spiritual journey and her relationship with God
40:00- Her experience in Louder Than A Bomb (The World’s Largest Poetry Slam competition), and the difference between living in Chicago and Arizona
50:00- Film, Photography, and balance as the key to life
58:00- Rapid Fire questions
Don’t forget to Like and Subscribe!
Follow us in twitter and IG: @drointhewind_
Follow Kyra on ig: @kyratheecreator
Buy her book: www.amazon.com/dp/B08XZM97PV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_J3B8TJTXF0Q6QMEQZ2B6
Music- Damage Control by HateSonny
May 03, 202101:10:58
Ep.11 | Be Yourself w/ greenSLLIME
-Recorded in January 2021-
On today’s episode, we talk to greenSLLIME, the self-proclaimed Monk of Beats & Blunts. As a producer/rapper/DJ extraordinaire, SLLIME shares the story of how he spoke touring with Redman & Method Man into existence just by selling an 8th to Mick Jenkins, his love for weed and Pokémon, and why all of his favorite rappers are the ones that always kept it real about being real.
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This is an extra special episode, so kick back, relax, and light up a percy or 3 for the next two hours as you listen to our conversation just go with flow.
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Bandcamp- greenSLLIME Song- “What I Want” by SLLIME & Qari
Apr 13, 202102:03:31
Ep. 10 | Connecting w/ Victor Internet
Today, we connect with musical artist Victor Internet. We caught up on his life since moving to LA from Chicago, what it’s like growing up on the internet, being intentional while community-building, and much more. Listen and be sure to like this video and follow our page!
0:30- Vibe check and who is Victor Internet?
11:30- living in LA, going back to your roots, and embracing nostalgia
22:00- how childhood interests snowball into life passions and battling with imposter syndrome
30:45- The Hedgehog’s Dilemma, being intentional with relationships and growing up on the internet
40:40- building community, making connections, and music origins
50:15- Fashion and anime tangents
1:00:00- Experience with psychedelics
1:07:30- Rapid fire questions, Cowboy Bebop appreciation and wrap-up
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Twitter: @victorintrnt
IG: @victorinternet
Music: 2017 by Victor Internet
0:30- Vibe check and who is Victor Internet?
11:30- living in LA, going back to your roots, and embracing nostalgia
22:00- how childhood interests snowball into life passions and battling with imposter syndrome
30:45- The Hedgehog’s Dilemma, being intentional with relationships and growing up on the internet
40:40- building community, making connections, and music origins
50:15- Fashion and anime tangents
1:00:00- Experience with psychedelics
1:07:30- Rapid fire questions, Cowboy Bebop appreciation and wrap-up
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Twitter: @victorintrnt
IG: @victorinternet
Music: 2017 by Victor Internet
Feb 04, 202101:22:20
Dro In The Wind-Ep.9 | On The Corner w/ Mohammad Masoud
We did things a little different and decided to record live from the local corner store! We spoke with Mohammad Masoud, owner of La Estrella Mini-Mart, and chopped it up about our favorite anime, what it means to give back to the universe, and building from the ground up instead of seeking validation from above. Time stamps provided below: 3:00- straight weeb talk. 14:45- Islam, "The Straight Path,” and empowering the hood. 23:00- Living overseas in Jordan and Germany. 33:00- New York, the Nation of Islam, and Free Palestine til it's backwards. 39:00- Reminiscing on All-Star Weekend 2020. 54:00- The shop as a creative space for local artists and working with Joe Freshgoods. 1:07:30- Not needing validation from the mainstream, and build with the homies organically. 1:19:00- Tapping into your inner child. 1:22:00- Nader Ihmoud of Palestine in America stops by to say hi.
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Music by HateSonny
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Music by HateSonny
Jan 19, 202101:32:20
Dro In The Wind-Ep.8 | Glowing Up w/ Norma Vargas
On today’s episode, we talk with Norma Vargas, the founder of Chicago based skincare company, Piel de Tierra. We discussed her business and vision to decolonize skincare, how we practice self-care and boundaries, and the importance of moving at your own pace.
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IG: @pieldetierraskincare and @pieldetierra
Music by: HateSonny
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Music by: HateSonny
Jan 07, 202101:06:49
Dro In The Wind-Ep.7 | The Year in Music With Jack Riedy
Welcome to the Dro In The Wind Podcast!!! Today we’re joined by Chicago-based music journalist Jack Riedy. We talk about his experience covering the different generations of Chicago music talent, our favorite projects of the year, the problem with the Grammys, and our mutual appreciation for Meg Thee Stallion.
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IG: badgalriedy
Music by: HateSonny
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Music by: HateSonny
Dec 22, 202001:25:49
Ep.6 | Stepping Into the Void with Dro and Julian
Today we spend an episode decompressing from life. So come join us as we step into the void and talk about dealing with election season anxiety, ego death, and lessons we learned from Naruto.
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Music by: HateSonny
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Music by: HateSonny
Nov 28, 202001:36:45
Dro In The Wind-Ep.5 | One long tangent with Rob Lyrical
Today we brought on Chicago producer and founder of Chinza//Fly & Special Finish Rob Lyrical to discuss goals, anime, and awakening the third eye.
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IG: @roblyrical @specialfinishwins @chinzafly
Music by: Rob Lyrical & soundsbydj
Nov 07, 202001:41:23
Dro In The Wind-Ep.4 | Tripping with Makafui Searcy
Today we brought on Chicago creative and founder of Fourtune House Makafui Searcy to discuss creativity, what we’ve learned from psychedelic trips, and the importance of storytelling.
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Music by: HateSonny- DAMAGE CONTROL
Oct 31, 202001:43:13
Dro In The Wind-Ep.3 | Isa Bravo and podcasting with ADHD
Today we brought on Chicago creative Isabel Bravo to discuss life, family, and repressed memories in an episode which appears to be a ballet of emotions.
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Music by: HateSonny- DAMAGE CONTROL
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Music by: HateSonny- DAMAGE CONTROL
Oct 25, 202001:39:58
Dro In The Wind-Ep.2 | Reading the room with Stranded civilians
Welcome to the Dro In The Wind Podcast!! Today we brought on Chicago rap duo Tony Santana and Aubry of the Stranded Civilians. We talked about their debut album Nirvana and delved deep into their view on life, spiritual growth, and love.
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IG: @thestrandedcivilians
Twitter: @strandedcivil
Music by: Stranded Civilians-ShoreThing Freestyle
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Music by: Stranded Civilians-ShoreThing Freestyle
Oct 17, 202001:14:05
Dro In The Wind-Ep.1 | Bruce Lee and Anime
Welcome to the first episode of Dro In the Wind!!! I'm your host Alejandro Hernandez A.K.A Dro. The purpose of this podcast is to bring you genuine insight on my life and life in Chicago while also having fun talking about things like anime and rap
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Music by: HateSonny-DAMAGE CONTROL
Oct 10, 202039:10