The Jose Burgos Podcast

In Episode 98 I sit back down with the inspirational founder of The Brock Foundation, Omar Brock.

The Brock Foundation is paving the way for minorities to get the same opportunity presented to others in the Aviation Industry. A monumental task for an industry filled with an outdated mindset.

We talk about:

- Perspective

- Non-profit

- Controlling your body

- Life balance 

...and so much more.

In Episode 97 I sit down with the owner of Funky Custom Creations, My sister, Carmen Burgos.

It's always been a vision of mines to use this platform to document conversations in my life. Nothing better than a conversation with a loved one.

We talk about:

- Health

- Traveling

- Capturing moments in time

...and so much more.

In Episode 96 I sit down with the Social Media Coordinator for Jimstoppani.com and Jym supplement science Justin Kamb for one of my better talks ever.

We talk about:

- Fitness

- Podcast

- Learning from life struggles

- Our Kids

...and more

Check out Justin and his podcast at: @jkamb on IG, @The_Wrestling_Bruhs on TikTok and @wrestling_bruhs on IG


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In Episode 95 I sit down with fellow Spotlight Coalition creators TH3Puffman and Desiree Argentina. 

This is the first in a series of episodes for the brand new, Open Sourced, Spotlight Coalition that's about to drop any week now.

We talk about:

- Why do we podcast

- How do we interview

- The power of the network

- Why do we keep showing up for our listeners.

...and more

In Episode 93
I sit down with Chris Hall, one half of Lovin Off The Land a couple who took upon themselves to start a 365 Day Challenge to only Eat what they can catch, grow, harvest, or raise. This was a fascinating conversation with Chris.

We Talk about:

- Putting the right things into our bodies

- Being sovereign from corporations and industry's

- Learning things on the fly

- Reading Books

- Growing Stevia

- Harvesting honey from bees

- Documenting the journey in front of the world

...and so much more

You guys can follow along the journey at:

In Episode 93 I sit down with Car Gonzalez of Thriller Premium and founder of Thriller X Recordings LLC based out of Austin, Texas.

We Talk about:

- Podcasting

- Quality End to End Products

- Absorbing Inspiration

- Reading Books

- Underground Podcasters

- Donation Model

- The Journaling Of Truth

...and so much more

As we here on the podcast start settling in from Vacation, I sat down with my good friend Th3Puffman to have our usual random but often insightful conversations.

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In episode 91...

Irma and I have been able to pull off an accomplishment most couples never get to experience...

Find out what it is and how we did it!

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In Episode 90, I sit down with Worcester native, Mr. Boom.

Mr. Boom is an artist, creator, and visionary that focus on growth above all else.

We talk about:

- Growth

- Creativity

- Peer Support

- Scarcity

- Being Consistent

and more.

I was inspired while speaking with Mr. Boom

Check out his work:

In Episode 89, I sit down with Uncle Zo.

Zo is a gun enthusiast and blogger that shares his journey of gun ownership with his readers.

We talk:

- Picking the right weapon

- Dry & Live fire training

- Carry position

- Stopping power

- Second amendment

and more...

I Learned a ton talking with Zo.

Check out Zo's blog:

I just needed 10 minutes to talk to YOU, my loyal listeners.

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In Episode 87,

 I bring on my good friend TH3 PUFFMAN for another epic conversation.

Whenever he comes on it's a toss-up for what we talk about and what we get into.

I like to give you guys more laid-back content to get away from the typical interview style you guys are used to.

Dig in and indulge, we get into ALOT.

In Episode 86 I sit down with Executive Director of Youth In Action, Elliot Rivera...

We talk:

- Empowering the youth

- Community work

- Pursuing a Ph.D

- #Worcester s "renaissance"

- The foul college system

- Covid vaccine

...and more

Had an awesome time talking to Elliot.

Check out his work here:

Without a guest for this week, I decided to give you guys a taste of what Talking in Bits is about. Another Podcast I do about Bitcoin.

I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of Bitcoin's greatest minds.

We talk about:

- Philosophy of Bitcoin

- Lighting Network

- Software behind Bitcoin

- Bitcoin Security

- Bitcoin companies vs. Non-Bitcoin Companies

... and so much more

Find Gigi and all his amazing work at:

In Episode 85 I sit down with artist, community organizer, and founder and creative director of El Salón, Vanessa Calixto...

We talk:

- Self-confidence

- Art in the community

- Creating spaces and experiences

- Journaling 

- Meditating on our mortality

- Making an impact

...and more

Had an awesome time talking to Vanessa.

Check out her work here: 

In Episode 84 I sat down with Donn Felker:

We talked:

- Android Development in the early days

- Bitcoin Lightning Network

- Stoic Philosophy

- Writing books

- Consulting

- Intermittent Fasting

... And more.

It's a shame this conversation didn't last longer than it did.

Please check out Donn's awesome work:

In Episode 18 I sit down with Chair of the Worcester Arts Council Jennifer Riley.

We discuss:

- City-funded grants for creators 

- How the city is using taxpayer money for good

- How the community gets a say in the distribution

- Raising awareness for opportunity's

- How one can get involved

....and so much more.

This conversation provided me much-needed awareness of what my local town is doing for individuals such as myself,  the creators.

I hope you guys enjoy this conversation.

You can find Jennifer and the work the Worcester Art Council is doing here:

In Episode 82 I sit down with well-traveled documentarian Fernando Ponce.

We talk about:

- Our home town of Worcester

- Traveling the World

- Contributing to the community

- Stepping out of comfort zones

- Understanding your own value

...and more

Had a great time talking to Fernando. I think you guys will enjoy this one.

You can find Fernando and his work at:

In Episode 81 I sit down with the local band Circus Trees and talk:

- The music Industry

- Studio Vs. The Road

- Fear Conquering

- Global Fanbase

- Streaming

- Releasing An Album Through Covid

... And More

Find Circus Trees and all their work here:

In Episode 79 I sit down with Yasmin Goris.

Yasmin spearheaded the most grants for artists and creatives the town of Worcester have ever given away, over 200K!

Her approach is getting into the right rooms with the right people who are actually about to move ideas forward. She surrounds herself with free thinkers who understand compassion and empathy. 

She approaches everything from the heart. 

It was awesome talking to the great Yasmin Goris

Catch Yasmin and her work at:

In Episode 77...

I sit down with the owner of the Prepper Broadcasting Network, James Walton.

We get into:

-The right way to Prep for Worst Case

-The 2nd Amendment

-A Preppers View on #Bitcoin

-Podcasting Vs. Clubhouse

and more…

Had a great time talking to James.

Go get all your prepping news and tips:

In Episode 73....

I talk to the creator of the card game of the culture. 

He's been a model, he's been on tv, he's been a trainer, but recently he came back home to Worcester to create Blackout the game.

A card game to help educate people about the culture but also get people back in front of each other. 

Something we desperately need in the world of Covid.

I introduce to you guys the powerful...Dominique Price

Go get your Blackout the game at :

On episode 73...

I'm a guest on The Chillin With Th3Puffman podcast.

Th3Puffman Brought me on to talk Bitcoin on his "Chillin With Your Pockets Full" segment.

It was great. So much value. It's a must-hear.

Check out Chillin With Th3Puffman Podcast on the Spotlight Coalition Network.

In Episode 71 I sit down with Maria Ravelli.

She's a mother, a teacher, and the walking definition of mutual aid.

She is the spearhead of the Worcester Community Fridges project.

A great cause for the local community and families in need.

Had a great time talking to Maria.

Please consider donating to this great cause:

In Episode 70 I sit down with one of my favorite people to speak to.

He's the owner of New England Wedding Film,

The owner of BMII Films,

and like me, he's a Bitcoiner...

Always a pleasure to sit and speak with the great Ben Mercedes.

Find his work here:

In Episode 2 of Talking in Bits...

We talk about how inflation is killing dreams and we can use Bitcoin to store our wealth.

We also get into a few ways you go about purchasing  Bitcoin even if you don't have much Fiat to spend.

Video of this Episode Coming Soon.

My next guest is the Executive Producer at Unity Radio in my hometown of Worcester, MA.

He’s spent most of his career fighting the good fight for creators who don’t often get their fair shot.

Still working at it to this day, I introduce to you the humble... Ernie Floyd

Find Ernest and all he's done here:

My next guest is a Cybersecurity expert and Entrepreneur. 

Student of Stoic philosophy, He's not afraid to get his feet wet.

We talk about philosophy, cybersecurity, and his Social Media app he's built,

I was glad to be able to speak to the forward-thinking... Nikolas Kraljevic

You can find everything Nik has going on here:

2020 was an Intense year, I don't to circle around on that.

But it was easily the most important year of my life...In this Bonus Episode, I talk a bit about it.

Thanks, you all for the support this year, 2021 there will be more. Have a safe & Happy New Year...Talk soon

Happy Holidays Everyone!

Stoic Philosophy has made a huge impact on my life since I started learning about it in 2017.  

I wanted to have an episode dedicated to the philosophy that Time Ferris calls "the operating system for high stakes situations."

My next guest answered the call. We talk about philosophy, sports, and the current state of things.

I present to you a Ph.D. Candidate in Philosophy...Michael Tremblay

My next guest is a trainer nutritionist and herbalist. 

Due to personal battles with her own health, she has made it her duty to inspire, educate, and coach as many people as she can.

What I love most about her is that she actually practices what she preaches, so you won't hear it from her if she hasn't tried it herself!

I present to you, the extremely knowledgeable...Fallon Mercedes

You can find Fallon here:

Jose Burgos Presents the newest Podcast from Spotlight Coalition: Chillin With TH3PUFFMAN 

I need to be around more people like my next guest. 

A motivated go-getter with an attitude geared for no excuses.

He's in the clothing industry, the video industry while traveling the world with musicians...

I present to you my conversation with the hard-working... Alejandro Mendez 

Find Alejandro at:

She runs a travel blog. 

She's a scriptwriter. 

She runs a great Facebook Group.

Works in the Education system and in her free time volunteers to rescue cats...

Oh, and she's fantastic to talk to...

 I present to you, the versatile and friendly...Desiree Argentina

Find Desiree online:

Had a fantastic time talking to my next guest.

He accomplished a rare feat in the age of Covid, he not only started a successful company but also put in his 2 weeks at his day job.

He's a creative Digital Artist, with a ton of ambition.

I present to you, known to many as Mr.Boom...Moises Ramos

Find everything Mr. Boom here:

Kindness exemplified. 

This week I was able to talk to a woman that obviously feels strongly that we are better together than we are apart.

Among her many roles, she runs a Facebook group where she conducts conversations with inspiring people.

I present to you, the completely unselfish... Arpa Gonzales

Love talking to Hanif about business and marketing. 

But what I love talking about more is his immense knowledge of fitness & diets.

I present to you all this great conversation with the disciplined Hanif Maragh

I sit down with the TH3PUFFMAN for another go-round at talking. This time about politics.

When it comes to politics he's my go-to guy.

Later on in this conversation, things get a bit heated, but ultimately we agree on many things.

I present to you, an episode on politics, with TH3PUFFMAN

Find TH3PUFFMAN on Ig, Facebook,  and Twitter: TH3PUFFMAN

And starting this Friday, Tune in to The Chillin With TH3PUFFMAN Podcast 

I've wanted to do this episode since the beginning of this podcast when it was still The $300 Startup Podcast.

Not many people can do what she does, and the ones that do I respect immensely.

In the current state of things, she has to be a mother, a teacher, a 9-5'er, and a business owner. 

The humble, but incredibly hard-working... My wife, Irma Burgos