Beste Boricua Podcasts (2024)

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¡Wepa! Boricua in Sonoma: Jose Luciano talks tips for Sonoma visitors & Puerto Rican cooking 48:43

7h ago48:43

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Jose Luciano oversees the visitor centers operations in Sonoma Valley and knows where to eat and drink. He started his schooling at Purdue with plans of becoming a veterinarian, but took a detour into hospitality and a career with Marriott Hotels. In this edition of the Spiel he talks about the joys of fried Puerto Rican treats (alcapurrias), as we…

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Talkin' bout K-pop Music: DJ Everest talks radio, first time voting and her amazing father 52:17

7d ago52:17

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"It's very stressful and I don't know what I'm doing." Everest, DJ for Sonoma K-pop Hour, thinks this applies to both life in high school as well as being a first time voter. While she is indeed a "very special guest star" and this time we actually, actually mean it, she is also a smart, witty and introspective young woman. In this episode she talk…

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S5: E3 - The Spooky Childhood Episode 1:19:17

11d ago1:19:17

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It's time for a spooky and chilling episode on the Film Posers podcast. Welcome one and all. Join Posers Juan Mojica, Gabriela Burgos, Ana Sofía Cintrón, and Josie Meléndez as they revisit movies and TV shows that marked their childhood by scaring them so much that the fright has lasted to this very day. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterb…

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How do you like them apples? Cider in Sonoma with Rick from Pomme Cider Shop 56:39

12d ago56:39

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We're doing a pomme reading this week on the Sonoma Spiel with Rick from wine country's best cider shop - Pomme Cider. French for apple, Pomme has a selection of gluten-free ciders as well as champagnes and "pet-nat" wines. We taste three ciders of the 125 we has available, and go through his journey from beer-lover to cider-swiller and what makes …

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Susan Gorin Unfiltered: Some final thoughts and advice from outgoing County Supervisor 1:14:58

20d ago1:14:58

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Susan Gorin has been in political office for several decades (from school board to city council to county supervisor) and is nearing the end of her elected career. What's her take on California's crazy politics where we entrust voters with multiple ballot initiatives.? What did she want to accomplish and what was she able to get done? And does she …

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Episode 325: I love chocolate* 25:17

26d ago25:17

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Discovering that not all chocolate are created equal, learning the origins of some of the world's most popular chocolate bars and realizing that I had gone my whole life overlooking one particular "cup".Von Elizardi Castro

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Longer stays in Sonoma: Cemeteries of Wine Country with Carolyn Fulton 47:54

27d ago47:54

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While most of our guests on the Sonoma Spiel podcast are well-versed in what to do during a three to four-day visit to Sonoma Valley, this week's guest has customers that stay a bit longer. Forever, even. Carolyn Fulton got her start working in restaurants in Healdsburg after high school, and has had stops at Agilent and others before she came to t…

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Episode 324: "It's fun to stay at the YMCA!" 25:02

1M ago25:02

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Meeting the new director, learning more about the YMCA and discovering the best way to eat an Oreo!Von Elizardi Castro

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Adopt a pet in Sonoma? Yes! Kittens and puppies and more! Jody Purdom from Pet's Lifeline tells all 41:58

1M ago41:58

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Come take a few rounds on the diurnal swing - it's hot during the day, it's cool at night; harvest action is ripping along at a frenetic pace, and the Valley is abuzz with activity! What can calm us down? A kitten. Or a puppy. So Jody Purdom from Pet's Lifeline is on the podcast this week talking about how to adopt a pet in Sonoma Valley, the impor…

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Episode 323: A senior's life 25:11

1M ago25:11

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My son discusses his senior year in High School, makes some startling revelations and his girlfriend makes a surprise appearance!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 322: The Catch! 25:08

2M ago25:08

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Going to the ballpark, spying on others and making the catch of a lifetime!Von Elizardi Castro

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Lebanese Spread in Sonoma: Cristina Topham talks yacht chef life, French cooking and bad bosses 47:01

2M ago47:01

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We forgot to write down our introduction when we first thought of it, so our intro is about our lack of intros. Luckily we didn't sweat it too much, because Chef Cristina Topham of Spread Kitchen in Sonoma is a laid-back very-special-guest on the Sonoma Spiel. So laid-back she won't follow the recipes exactly as written (sorry, Grandma!) but rather…

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Episode 321: Parties & Pizza 25:40

2M ago25:40

25:40

Hosting parties, deciding between Chicago and New York style pizza and discovering the weirdest pizza toppings!Von Elizardi Castro

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Vintage Festival: Grape Stomping, Water-Fighting, Wine Tasting Celebration with Robyn Sebastiani 44:56

2M ago44:56

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The smell of harvest is in the air: open top fermenters, grapes being crushed and even the "Sonoma aroma" of fertilizer on the fields. And with harvest comes the Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival, when Sonoma Valley comes together to celebrate the hard work of the year's vintage. Robyn Sebastiani of the Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers details al…

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Episode 320: Bee Careful! 25:16

2M ago25:16

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Getting stung by a bee, a hair removal emergency and resolving a baseball controversy!Von Elizardi Castro

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Harvest time! Ryan Budlong and Bernie the Dog from St. Francis Winery in Sonoma 48:38

2M ago48:38

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Bernie the rescue dog brought Ryan Budlong with St. Francis Winery to the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk about the Blessing of the Animals, how to take a Vineyard Adventure through their estate to learn about how their grapes are grown and why their culinary garden is now the culinary farm. While Bernie stays pretty quiet, Ryan also details the amazi…

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Episode 319: A Festival of Homes 25:03

2M ago25:03

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Port-a-potties, problematic neighbors and a dead squirrel on your roof!Von Elizardi Castro

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Fall 2024- The Pumpkining! Mark Bodenhamer on Sonoma Harvest and Pumpkin Tossing 47:51

2M ago47:51

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Mark Bodenhamer with the Sonoma Valley Chamber is our VERY SPECIAL GUEST this week (and we actually mean it this time) and he has the updates on all things harvest and fall related in Sonoma Valley. Mark talks about fall events like Sundays Music in the Plaza from Music in Place (free concerts), Broadway in Sonoma's finale under the stars in the "F…

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Ep 1 - The Puerto Rican Bodega Podcast - Growing up in Brooklyn New York - Poet Edgar Edgar Emilio - comedy - conga Rumba Guaguanco - Afro Cuban vibes - Dominican - Cuban - Mexican - roots - Bori - Boricuas ... 23:52

2M ago23:52

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Ep 1 - (pilot episode) - this is the first episode of the "Puerto Rican Bodega Podcast" in this ep we talk about growing up in Brooklyn New York, we list to poetry from Puerto Rican Poet and rapper, Egar Emillo. My reason for starting this podcast is to provide content for listeners who want to listen to stories, music, poetry, spoken word, and con…

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Episode 318: Don't ask me 25:04

2M ago25:04

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Learning about Labor Day Weekend, grilling and the proper way to administer CPR!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 317: Let's get away! 25:14

3M ago25:14

25:14

A baseball game in Pittsburgh, a good breakfast with bad service and a flight to forget!Von Elizardi Castro

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Public has strong opinions about public art: Linda Keaton from Sonoma Valley Museum of Art 43:45

3M ago43:45

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For more than 25 years, the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art has been showcasing local and internationally-renowned artists in their intimate space on Broadway, just a half-block south from the Sonoma Plaza. Linda Keaton, Executive Director and Chief Curator, paints a picture of what the museum is about and why it's a great place for visitors to Sonoma.…

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Episode 316: Adventures in Puerto Rico! 25:05

3M ago25:05

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A father and son trip through mountains, rivers and oceans! Beware of Gozalandia!Von Elizardi Castro

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Beer Pioneer: America's First Modern Microbrewery - Jane Zimmerman & New Albion Brewing Company 54:12

3M ago54:12

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Many people know that Sonoma Valley has had two centuries of winegrowing. But a lot of people don't know that it was also the birthplace of the modern American microbrewery: New Albion Brewing Company. The brainchild of Jack McAuliffe, New Albion was founded by him and Jane Zimmerman and Suzy Stern in 1976, when a decision was made in the driveway …

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Episode 64: Not so Furiosa 1:12:45

3M ago1:12:45

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00:28 Introductions 1:17 Tall Little Person/MrMister's old gamertags 4:09 Remembering Spider Man 5:38 Sonic 3 Talks/Keanu Reeves 8:47 Stellar Blade DLC 15:19 Stephen A Smith and Pokemon 23:07 One Piece Talk and Ideas 33:16 Toei Needs to give Dragon Ball to another studio 39:47 Multiverses Official trailer 54:55 Furiosa A Mad Max Saga Review Non Spo…

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Episode 63: The X Men 97 Finale 2:05:17

3M ago2:05:17

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00:28 Introductions 3:50 Humble Beginnings/The Chibi Community 8:53 EA Sucks 21:55 Square Enix gong Multiplatform 27:40 Assassin's Creed Controversy 42:33 American Singers/Bands that should be asked to make an anime opening 56:27 X men 97 Finale 1:59:36 Until Next Time

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Episode 315: Meet The Parents 25:02

3M ago25:02

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Sharing a romantic draft story, surviving an accident and a failed attempt at providing medical care!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 62: The Powers that Make Us 1:37:52

3M ago1:37:52

1:37:52

00:26 Introductions 2:30 X men 97 Episode 8 discussion 33:38 Stellar Blade Review and Controversy 44:14 Helldivers 2 Hate 49:13 Biggest Failures in Anime 1:09:40 We Give Each Other Powers 1:11:34 Japorean's Power 1:17:32 Mr Mister's Power 1:21:21 Boricua Senpai's Power 1:25:36 Shark King's Power 1:28:10 The Smash Fans Power 1:36:25 Until next time …

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Episode 61: Boricua Senpai and Attack on Titan 1:51:07

3M ago1:51:07

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00:28 Introductions 2:51 Godzilla X Kong New Empire ranking in the money 6:52 Keanu Reeves will voice Shadow 18:14 Transformers One Trailer Released 33:34 Obadiah Random Rant/Digimon Rant 37:46 Episode 6 of Xmen 97 47:12 Next Topic Setup 50:40 Opening Pokemon Cards 55:58 Boricua Senpai's Thoughts on Attack on Titan 1:49:50 Until Next Time #godzilla…

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Karina's Guide to the Springs: Where to eat, drink & have fun in "The Springs" of Sonoma Valley 46:27

3M ago46:27

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This week we have a very special guest, and this time we actually, actually mean it: Karina Garcia stops by the Sonoma Spiel podcast to talk about "The Springs," a collection of small former resort towns (Fetters Hot Springs, Aqua Caliente, Boyes Hot Springs and El Verano) with great food options and places to explore. Born in Mexico, raised in Boy…

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Episode 314: Growing old is a journey 25:13

3M ago25:13

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Running away from the grim reaper, birdwatching and eating like raccoons!Von Elizardi Castro

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No Clouds in the Sonoma Sky - Just Sonoma Balloons! Hot Air Ballooning in Wine Country 54:32

3M ago54:32

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Sean Gerrity with Sonoma Ballooning parked his colorful balloon right outside the KSVY studio and hopped off to talk about hot air balloons in Sonoma Valley. During the podcast we find out how to become a hot air balloon pilot, that the job has its ups and downs and landings are guaranteed. We also learn about a day in the life of a hot air balloon…

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Cassidy Ranch Farmers talk flowers, shrubs and tell Florida Man about clouds 46:32

4M ago46:32

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On the eve of the Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon, the Sonoma Spiel podcast went to the farmers market to drag two farmers into the studio: Elizabeth Stein and Tucker Stein of Cassidy Ranch farm in Sonoma. The married couple took over the farm in 2021 and grow both grapes as well as flowers and crops. Elizabeth recounts how her time working at Ridge V…

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Episode 313: Chores no more! 25:04

4M ago25:04

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Cutting the grass, washing the dishes and doing laundry...the correct way!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 312: Everybody loves Manny 25:07

4M ago25:07

25:07

Jumping out of airplanes, serving the community and protecting Salsa artists!Von Elizardi Castro

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Laugh your pickle off: Lisa Pidge on comedy, pickleball and wine 54:32

4M ago54:32

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We're back on the Spiel! And this week we have a VERY SPECIAL GUEST: Lisa Pidge, from the Laugh Cellar and Crushers of Comedy and now her new gig - Pickleball and comedy! A repeat offender on the podcast, Lisa comes back to talk about what's happening with her popular comedy shows at wineries like Deerfield Ranch, Cooking With Comedians, and her ne…

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Episode 311: Kids nowadays! 25:02

4M ago25:02

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Lots of reminiscing, wishing and complaining!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 310: The Good Wife 25:17

4M ago25:17

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It's a man's world where the women cook and eating a burrito bowl requires surgery!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 309: Back To The Future With Gary 25:52

5M ago25:52

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Exploring Gary, Indiana, solving the mystery of Emerson High School and addressing our snoring problem through counseling.Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 308: Backyard BBQ with Snores 25:28

5M ago25:28

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BBQ grilling, pool testing and dealing with a snoring partner!Von Elizardi Castro

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Gleaning for justice: Kelly Conrad talks Farm to Pantry in Sonoma 48:08

5M ago48:08

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Kelly Conrad is with Farm to Pantry (www.farmtopantry.org), a local organization committed to rescuing food that would otherwise go wasted and getting it to people in need. "The food is out there; all we have to do is go get it. No one should be left behind." On her turn on the Spiel she dishes about working with SingleThread Farms, how visitors to…

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Episode 307: My High School friend drops by! 25:19

5M ago25:19

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Weight struggles, the love of peanut butter ice cream and being called a rat...is a good thing!Von Elizardi Castro

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Episode 306: A new theatre! 25:19

5M ago25:19

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The effect of alcohol on comedy, critiquing comedy show reviews and the worst knock knock joke ever!Von Elizardi Castro

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From Ohio to Sonoma: Broadway Performers Preview "Broadway in Sonoma" with Amy Miller and Tony Gonzalez 49:35

5M ago49:35

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Returning Very Special Guest star Amy Miller brought fellow Buckeye Tony Gonzalez to the Spiel to preview the BRAND NEW season of Transcendence Theatre Company's summer series, and to detail how the new location - just steps from the historic Plaza - make this a truly magical moment for "Broadway in Sonoma." During a rather raucous chat we cover th…

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Episode 305: Experiencing a "Phenamenon" 25:29

6M ago25:29

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Nocturnal birds, sneaky tips and what to do about them!Von Elizardi Castro

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Dash the Sloth! Plus Safari West Foundation with Classroom Safari 55:40

6M ago55:40

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Safari West Foundation provides funding for programs like an "animals in hospitals" program for children who are hospital-bound, as well as a program that brings children to the Safari West, a 400-acre preserve with giraffes, gnus, lemurs and all manner of amazing African animals who are in conservation programs. The Foundation also focuses on educ…

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Episode 60: Movie Reviews with Food 2:04:55

6M ago2:04:55

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00:28 Introductions 4:17 Getting ready for the main topic 9:30 CinemaCon Anouncements 36:32 The Last Airbender Trilogy announcement 43:19 Sonic 3 information 46:39 The Last Ronin gets a live-action movie!! 57:00 Xmen 97 episode 5 non spoiler talk 1:08:03 Episode 5 Spoilers 1:31:30 Movie Ratings with Food 2:03:00 Until Next Time #marvel #cinemacon #…

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Episode 304: Campo Life 25:07

6M ago25:07

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The best bread, the loudest coqui and the scariest scorpion!Von Elizardi Castro

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S5: BONUS - The Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Review 33:31

6M ago33:31

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We will review victorious on the Fury Road! Welcome back to the Film Posers podcast. This time we're bringing you a super special bonus episode. Join Josie Meléndez and Gabriela Burgos as they sit down to review, yap, and dissect Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Tune in for their full (non-spoiler) thoughts on the film before its release in theaters on May…