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Corpus Christi Originals Podcast
The Corpus Christi Originals Podcast showcases the stories, talents, and perspectives of Corpus Christi and South Texas. Featuring engaging conversations with local personalities, entrepreneurs, and artists, the podcast explores trending topics, culture, and community. Tune in for a fresh take on what makes Corpus Christi, Texas unique!
Episodes
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP135: Brand Origins, Keeping a Clean Platform & The Road to Laughsgiving | Jesús Hilario Hernandez (Solo)
In Episode 135 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez delivers a solo reflection covering the core vision, history, and future…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP134: 21 Years of Stingers Coffee, In-House Roasting & Business Adaptability | Hollie Weaver
In Episode 134 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez sits down in the meeting room at Stingers Coffee (Southside location on…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP133: 20+ Years of Live Music, Touring Routing & Venue Ownership: Casey of House of Rock
In Episode 133 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez sits down at House of Rock with founder and owner Casey. Casey reflects on…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP132: 4 Elements of Hip-Hop, Craft Crew BBQ & Local Resurgence: The Almighty Public Zoo
In Episode 132 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez sets up on location at House of Rock in downtown Corpus Christi with local…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP 131: Building a Clientele, Hair Tinsel & Local Support: Cosmetologist Jazlyn Perez
In Episode 131 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús sits down at Stingers Coffee (Southside location) with licensed cosmetologist Jazlyn Perez…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP130: Shai Davenport (Crafts By The Bunny)
In Episode 130 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez sits down at Lucy's Cafe with local artist and advocate Shai Davenport…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP129: Jen Allende | Corpus Christi District 2 Candidate 2026
In Episode 129 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez sits down with Jen Allende, local general contractor, business owner…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP128: Comedian Dustin Chafin | Touring, Sobriety, & Finding the Funny
In Episode 128 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesús Hilario Hernandez sits down with touring stand-up comedian Dustin Chafin ahead of his…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastQuality Over Loyalty: Navigating Stand-Up, Gatekeeping, & Creator Culture in Corpus Christi | EP127
In Episode 127, Jesús dives into the harsh realities of the local creator economy, open mics, and the fine line between hometown loyalty and genuine talent…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP126: Laura Flores Commons | Corpus Christi City Council District 2 Candidate (2026)
"City council was never meant to be entertainment. We need people there who just want to put their head down and get the work done." On this episode of The…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP125 - Wendell Williams: "I’ll See You When I’m Looking At You"
"I'll see you when I'm looking at you!" On this episode of The Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, we are coming to you live from The Artisan at 218 N…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP124: John Hanzalik | Corpus Christi City Council District 5 Candidate (2026)
In Episode 124 of the Corpus Christi Originals podcast, host Jesús sits down with high school classmate and local business owner John Hanzalik, who is running…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP123: Ledswards
Corpus Christi Originals is back at it again! For Episode 123, we’re posting up at the Ink Plug (4701, Suite 202) to catch up with a true cultural heavyweight…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP122: Art Center | Kailey Diaz & August
The Art Center of Corpus Christi is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit at 100 North Shoreline Boulevard — right next to the Whataburger by the bay — and most people have…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP 121: ACT - Actors Creating Together
Actors Creating Together Facebook Actors Creating Together YouTube Chapters (00:00:00) - CORP Christi Originals Podcast (00:00:37) - Theater Voices: A Podcast…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP120: Tony Gomez of the Tony Gomez Show
Tony Gomez has been in the Corpus Christi metal scene since 1979, when he rode the C101 party bus to see Kiss on the Dynasty Tour and decided that was what he…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP119 – Caitlin Shook | The Annex & The Bad Blonde Podcast
Caitlin Shook is the co-owner of The Annex — a bar at 312 South Chaparral in downtown Corpus Christi that doubles as a comedy venue, event space, and community…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEp118: Bull Session | Sports with Roland: Roland Alaniz, Merri Garcia, Andy Gomez
In this unfiltered, adult-oriented "bull session," host Jesus Hilario Hernandez sits down with the Sports with Roland crew—Andy Gomez, Merri Garcia, and Roland…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP117: Jesus Hilario H | Corpus Christi Originals
In this special solo episode recorded on-location at The Coffee Mug, host Jesus Hilario Hernandez pulls back the curtain on the "unseen" side of the Corpus…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP116: Magnu5 | Hip-Hop, Boom Bap, and Building a Sound Nobody Can Put in a Box
Magnu5 (pronounced Magnus) is a North Side Corpus Christi rapper, beat maker, and co-host of the Marauders Podcast who has been putting in work since high…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP115: Daryl Felsberg
Daryl Felsberg is a professional comedian, producer, and comedy club owner from Corpus Christi, Texas who's been doing standup since 2001 and full-time since…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP114: Texas Gulf Fish Hunter
Brandon — better known as Texas Gulf Fish Hunter — moved to Corpus Christi from the mountains of Appalachia and never looked back. Now he's one of the most…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP113: Ben Mann Comedy | Local Comedian
Ben Mann is one of the most recognizable voices in the Corpus Christi comedy scene — a four-year standup veteran, all-state debater, full-time uncle, and…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP112: Lupe Ramos of Choose Wisely
Lupe Ramos is the founder of Choose Wisely — a faith-based apparel brand and design studio born in Corpus Christi, Texas. In this Corpus & Coffee edition of…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP111: Chef Zay of Zay's Dulces
Corpus & Coffee: Chef Zay (Isaiah from Houston, family in Corpus) discusses selling Five gum in middle school without paying, reinvesting into Sam's candy…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP110: Corpus & Coffee | Dj Lil King of Ridin' High Podcast
Corpus & Coffee edition: DJ Lil King (Derrick Boston) at Ridin' High Studios discusses growing up West Oso/Molina/Crestmont, talk boy DJ Screw mixtapes…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP109:Corpus & Coffee | Dani Powers of Powers Tattoos & Body Piercings Studio
Fourth Corpus & Coffee: Danny Powers, owner of Powers Tattoo and Body Piercing (30 years), discusses meeting Don Powers as a customer getting naval piercing…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP108: Corpus & Coffee | Susana Salinas of The Coffee Mugg
Third Corpus & Coffee: Susana Salinas, owner of The Coffee Mugg (Harry Potter-inspired), discusses newly divorced with two kids on food stamps, opening…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP107: Corpus & Coffee | Bobby Peña III & Elisa of Artistry by Elisa
Second Corpus & Coffee: comedian Bobby Peña III (co-admin of CorpusChristyComedy.com) and daughter Elisa (Artistry by Elisa) discuss retiring from AT&T to…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP106: Corpus & Coffee | Miguel(ito)
First Corpus & Coffee edition: casual conversation over coffee with comedian Miguelito (Miguel Porfirio), 5 years into comedy, discussing why open mics are…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP105: Luis Buentello - TX-34 Congress Candidate
Luis Buentello brings 12 years of congressional experience working for Blake Farenthold and Michael Cloud to his run for Texas District 34. Born in Mexico…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP104: Mayra Flores - TX-34 Congress Candidate
Mayra Flores discusses her run for Texas District 34, which now includes Corpus Christi. From working cotton fields in Memphis, Texas to respiratory therapy to…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP103: Bull Session - Tina Kill Tony Breakdown, Clean Comedy vs Raw, Corpus Scene
Bull session with three Corpus Christi comedy veterans: Tina La Cochina fresh off her Kill Tony appearance at the Mothership, Javi Luna discussing comedy…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP102: Javi Luna - 14 Years, 10 with Chingo Bling, Finding Voice in Comedy
Comedian Javi Luna returns for his third appearance discussing 14 years in comedy, touring 150 shows a year with Chingo Bling, the craft evolution from writing…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP101: Marty and Amber Flores - From Marine Corps to Pizza, Building Marty McPies Downtown
Marty and Amber Flores share the story of Marty McPies, the downtown Corpus Christi pizza restaurant born from a Marine Corps veteran's journey home. Marty…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP100: Marcos Leal | Shattered Sun to Swim the Current, the ill Niño Truth, and Texas Metal Legacy
Marcos Leal returns for Episode 100 to discuss his country-rock project Swim the Current, the 10-year anniversary of Shattered Sun's Hope Within Hatred, and…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP99: Joaquin Rangel, founder of Joaquin in2 Inclusion
Joaquin Rangel, founder of Joaquin in2 Inclusion, discusses building a nonprofit that supports children with special needs across Texas. From starting with…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP98: ZombieKing - Tour Stories, Corpus Christi Reality, and Taking Over Brewster Street
South Texas metal band ZombieKing sits down fresh off their first full Texas tour to discuss the reality of grinding in the regional metal scene. Eddie and…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP97: Ben DeLeon (Un-Shuck Yourself Podcast)
Episode 97 welcomes Ben DeLeon, creator of the Un-Shuck Yourself podcast and newest member of the Corpus Christi Originals Network. Ben opens up about battling…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP96: Chris Longoria Comedy (That Dude Talks Podcast)
Rising comedian Chris Longoria shares how comedy saved his life after losing his grandfather, launching That Dude Talks podcast, and producing The Naughty List…
Corpus Christi Originals PodcastEP95: Lito Cortez + BIG Network Announcement (Comedy, Aliens & Christianity)
Episode 95 is HUGE. Comedian Lito Cortez joins me to talk about the craft of comedy (why adjectives matter, how to not bomb on stage), UFO sightings right here…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#94 | Women’s Edition #2 | Melanie Sandoval founder of Doula Things with Mel
Melanie Sandoval was diagnosed with a brain tumor at 18 weeks pregnant. Instead of giving up, she launched a nonprofit. Today, this first-generation…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#93 | Creon Martin on North Side Manor, Prison, and Real Talk with Man Look Talk Show
In this powerful live-streamed episode from October 5, 2025, host Jesus Hilario H. sits down with Creon Martin (Daddy Cre), rapper, entrepreneur, and host of…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#92 | South Texas Haunts w/ Guest Co-host Ben DeLeon of Recycled Corn Podcast
Join us on Corpus Christi Originals as we sit down with Monty Prescott & Shawna Davis of South Texas Haunts and special guest Ben DeLeon from the Recycled Corn…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#91 | Women’s Edition #1: HYPEBYKE, I Bike CC, and Corpus Christi BMX
For the first-ever women’s edition of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, we’re spotlighting local trailblazers in cycling and BMX: Melanie of HYPEBYKE and I…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#90 | Guest Host: Isaac Sanchez | PharaohTrip: From Corpus Christi Streets to Global Beats
In this captivating episode, guest host Isaac Sanchez interviews PharaohTrip (Marcel), a Corpus Christi poet, Emcee, and educator whose life spans Southside…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#89 | Joe Garcia, owner of Topsy Krett BBQ & Catering
In Episode 89 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesus Hilario H. sits down with Joe Garcia of Topsy Krett BBQ & Catering in Corpus Christi, Texas…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#88 | Jesus Hilario H.: Solo Spotlight | The Voice Behind Corpus Christi Originals
In this special solo episode of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, host Jesus Hilario H. steps into the hot seat to share the untold story behind the…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#87 | Drift Corpus, Frank Corpus and Aaron Perez: Revving Up the Corpus Christi Car Scene
#87 [FULL] | Drift Corpus, Frank Corpus and Aaron Perez: Revving Up the Corpus Christi Car Scene: Drift Corpus and Hero Garage on Episode 87 — In Episode 87 of…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#86 | Rene, Kai, Anthony | Texas Hemp Ban: SB3’s Impact Exposed
In episode 86 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, we dive into Senate Bill 3 (SB3), set to ban all consumable THC products in Texas by September 2025…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#85 | Been Stangin' Customs (Mitchell Finesse)
Discover Mitchell Finesse's journey from Corpus Christi to designing custom cleats for NFL and MLB stars like Jalen Hurts. Learn how Been Stangin’ Customs…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#84 | Pete Treviño (Big Bertha BBQ Pit)
Pete Treviño shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a force for good in Corpus Christi, Texas. With a boxing gym inside the YMCA and a BBQ pit…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#83 | Pete Treviño, Megan Chapa, and Jenny Lee Hernandez
Join host Jesus Hilario H. as he dives into Corpus Christi's vibrant community culture with special guests Jenny Lee, Megan Chapa, and Pete Treviño. This…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#82 | Jonathan, Indiana, & Isaac | The All Mighty Public Zoo: From Konfusion Kru to Corpus Christi Hip-Hop Legacy
In Episode 82 of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, we welcome Indiana (Indy), Jonathan, and Isaac from The All Mighty Public Zoo. Join us for a deep dive…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#81 | Ana J Ramirez, Ronee Martinez, Roland Alaniz - Bull Session 12/11/2024
Dive into this lively episode of the Corpus Christi Originals Podcast, featuring comedians Ana J Ramirez and Roland Alaniz, alongside Ronee Martinez from The…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#80 | Justin (Drift Corpus), Adam (Professional Photographer), Frank (Hero Garage) Corpus Christi Car Culture
Join us as we explore Corpus Christi's car culture with Justin (Drift Corpus), Frank (Hero Garage), and Adam Delgadillo (Professional Photographer). We talk…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#79 | Chingo Bling, Lito Cortez, and Javi Luna | 11/7/2024 Bull Session
For episode #79 of the Corpus Christi Originals podcast, host Jesus Hilario H. welcomes three exciting guests: Chingo Bling, Lito Cortez, and Javi Luna. This…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#78 | Lito Cortez, Anthony Diaz, Alex Arredondo | Bull Session 10/14/24
In this laid-back and candid episode Lito Cortez, Anthony Diaz, and Alex Arredondo join the show for a classic "Bull Session." Get ready for unfiltered…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#77 | Rachel Caballero
Tune in as we sit down with Rachel Caballero, a dynamic voice in the community known for her impactful work and inspiring journey. We'll discuss her latest…
Corpus Christi Originals Podcast#76 | Susheria
Join us as we dive into the unique culinary fusion of Tex-Mex and Japanese cuisine with Susheria! Discover the story behind this innovative restaurant, explore…