Alternate Take With Danny Mancera

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.  Follow

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 generati

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

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,

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. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for upd

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. Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ ht

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.

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

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.  Follow us on Ins

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 figh

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. 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

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. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alternatetakedr --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alternatetake/support

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. 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/alternatetakedr/  https://www.instag

Danny talks with Gil Carrillo, the Retired Homicide Lieutenant known for capturing the infamous serial killer Richard Ramirez as noted on the Netflix Docuseries “Night Stalker”, about maintaining friendships with those from your past, stories from the early part of his career working in the LA County Jails, the time he consulted for the award winning film “Heat”, what Gil has been up to since our first episode with him back in January 2021, updates on a potential follow up to the “Night Stalker” documentary, his recent appearances on the “OMG Hi!” Podcast hosted by Comedian George Lopez, Gil’s gained knowledge on THC & CBD that he acquired from B-Real of Cypress Hill, Gil’s role and experience as a speaker for “CrimeCon CC21: Austin” in June 2021, the BTK Killer’s daughter, Richard Ramirez’s niece who reached out to Gil about her experiences with The Night Stalker, Danny’s Dad’s instructions to stranger danger, Gil’s relationship with the family of Mitch Callahan - a past guest on Alternate Take, & wh

Danny talks with Retired Professional Hockey Player and kid from the neighborhood, Mitch Callahan, about the last time they saw each other, his journey from Whittier, CA to Junior Hockey (WHL) in Canada for the Kelowna Rockets, Mitch’s dad’s advice for standing out in his rookie season, Mitch’s reputation as an “Enforcer”, childhood stories from our time together in junior high, when he got drafted to the NHL for the Detroit Red Wings Organization, his time playing in the AHL for the Grand Rapids Griffins, the time Mitch got hit with a puck in the face and lost many teeth, Mitch’s take on a skill player vs a fighter, how Mitch’s family came from Toronto to Whittier, his first hat trick, his take on hockey movies, his time spent in Europe, his coaching career now in Los Angeles, Mitch’s prediction for the 2021 NHL season, Madison Square Garden, the other kids from So Cal who made it pro in hockey, Aaron Pico, and Austyn Gillette.  Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episo

Danny talks with professional boxer Arnold Barboza Jr (140 lbs) about when he first started boxing, when he knew he could become a professional boxer, his upbringing and early boxing days in South El Monte, his time spent as a coworker with a former guest on Alternate Take…Tomlang, his training schedule that combined life as a union worker and father, the decision to give boxing a full shot, when he got signed by Top Rank Promotions, Arnold Barboza Jr. vs Mike Reed, his fight and relationship with the new retired Mike Alvarado, Arnold Barboza Jr vs Ricky Sismundo, Arnold Barboza Jr. vs William Silva, Arnold Barboza Jr. vs Tony Luis, Tim Bradley’s review of Arnold, his relationship with Andre Ward, his prediction for the 140 title fight Jose Carlos Ramirez vs Josh Taylor, his fight and relationship with the now retired Alex Saucedo, the state of the junior welterweight/super lightweight (140 lbs) division, and his prediction for Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders.  Follow us on Instagram @alternatetaked

Danny talks with International Platinum-Selling Musician, Eric Hutchinson, about where he grew up, how his record “Class of 98” shouts out his hometown, his favorite artists and bands, the upcoming 15th anniversary of his record “Sounds Like This”, the pressures of following a hit record with more music, his work with the Fantasy Focus Podcasts, the diversity of his music, how the song writing process happens for him, going from solo musician to a leader of a band, how cool bass players are, the time Eric almost quit music but then made the record “Modern Happiness”, his latest record which was just released “Before & After Life”, the importance of gaining perspective and experiences to write music, and what Eric has planned going forward.  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/erichutchinson/  https://www.erichutchinson.com/ https://ingroov.es/before-after-life

Danny talks with Founder of "The X for Boys", King Randall, a 21 year old, about his upbringing in Albany, Georgia, how he got started helping troubled youths in his community, the growth of "The X for Boys" program, his school he's getting ready to open in his hometown, how he learned the trades that he now teaches to his students, the process of getting parents to place their kids in the program, the "Do For Self" and "Victors over Victims" mentality that he teaches to his students, how he learned how to deal with blowback from the community, the Roland Martin interview that went viral on YouTube, The Non-Profit Organization Bikes Over Bang'N founded by Kortel Autry, the process of getting teachers for the school, the importance of field trips and seeing other parts of the world, his favorite part of this whole process,  and what is next for "The X for Boys." Follow us on Instagram @alternatetakedr for updates on all of our new episodes and silly things we do. https://www.instagram.com/alternatetakedr/

Danny talks with Stand-Up Comedian & Podcaster, Lee Syatt, about his upbringing in Boston, his move to LA to become an editor, how Lee met Uncle Joey Diaz and started The Church of What’s Happening Now Podcast, what The Church meant to fans, how many estimated milligrams of THC Lee ate throughout the duration of The Church, favorite episodes and people, the prime years of The Comedy Store, opportunities that the less known comics will be getting post COVID, whether Lee got farted in the face or not, The Fourth Wall Open Mic in North Hollywood, Lee's new podcasts "What Was I Thinking?" and "The Waistline Podcast", Lee's weight loss journey, our favorite meals when we feel like being fat, & what the future of stand up looks like.  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/leesyatt/  https://linktr.ee/Leesyatt https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lee-syatt-what-was-

Danny talks with Justin Workman (Owner and Head Professor at Gracie Barra Fullerton) and Delwin Lampkin (Owner of Harbinger Horizon & Law Enforcement Professional) about how Justin started his Jiu-Jitsu journey, Gracie Barra Fullerton, when Justin got his black belt, Del’s experience as a student at Gracie Barra Fullerton, the difference between Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, what advice Justin & Del would give to those who are dwelling on the decision to start Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of culture in a Jiu-Jitsu gym, the official belt system, Combat Jiu-Jitsu and when one should start/consider competing, Del’s take on the use of the carotid restraint in a Law Enforcement environment, Justin’s preferred techniques in competition and as an instructor, flow state, how Jiu-Jitsu literally and figuratively helps in other areas of life, how to push through a plateau in training, and why one should join Garcia Barra Fullerton. https://www.instagram.com/jworkman1991/ https://www.instagram.com