Episodes

  • We're Back
    Mar 7 2024

    Episode Description:

    "Welcome back to the Forging the Future Podcast for an exciting start to Season 2! In Episode 1, your favorite hosts, William Santiago and Jesus Cortes, reunite to kick off the new season with a bang. Revisiting old times and exploring new beginnings, they sit down with the very first guest ever to appear on our show, Mike Aguilar. Mike, a multifaceted personality with a background as a radio host and DJ, shares his latest adventure - fatherhood.

    This episode is not just about reminiscing but also about innovation, as we showcase our brand new green screen setup, promising a visually stunning season ahead. Dive into a conversation that spans various topics, reflecting Mike’s diverse career and personal growth. Expect laughter, insights, and maybe even a few surprises along the way.

    Don’t miss this dynamic season opener, packed with engaging content and the charming camaraderie you've come to love. Join William, Jesus, and Mike as they forge ahead into another season of insightful discussions and unforgettable moments.

    Starring: William Santiago and Jesus Cortes

    Guest Starring: Mike Aguilar

    Produced by: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Edited by: Spencer Hoffmann

    Catch the full episode and embark on a new journey with us this season at Forging The Future Podcast

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    53 mins
  • Mowin' The Competition
    Feb 17 2023

    Welcome to the Forging the Future Podcast!

    Season 1 Episode 8: Mowin' The Competition

    In this Episode, William Santiago and Jesus Chan-Cortes talk to the owners and founders of Mowr Technologies! They go over the goals and functions of Mowr as well as their new app, Mowr Rentr.

    Credits Starring: William Santiago and Jesus Cortes Guest Starring: Gray Taylor and Doug Salazaar Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann Edit

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    54 mins
  • Goin' Pro
    Feb 20 2023

    Welcome to the Forging the Future Podcast!

    Season 1 Episode 7: Goin' Pro!

    In this Episode, William Santiago and Jesus Chan-Cortes talk to the owner of Valo Media, Logan Vandenheuvel! They go over the goals and functions of his current company, as well as his origins as a Go Pro wearing extreme sports fan.

    Credits Starring: William Santiago and Jesus Cortes Guest Starring: Logan Vandenheuvel Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann Edited By: Spencer Hoffmann Directed By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann Audio Engineering: Jeffrey Jones

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Getcha A Sip
    Feb 13 2023

    Season 1 Episode 6: Getcha' a Sip!

    In this Episode, William Santiago and Jesus Chan-Cortes talk to the minds behind the growing brand of Sip Shine Moonshine!

    Credits Starring: William Santiago and Jesus Cortes

    Guest Starring: Kyle Search & Nick Rice

    Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Edited By: Spencer Hoffmann

    Directed By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffman

    Audio Engineering: Jeffrey Jones

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    57 mins
  • Talkin' With Wolves
    Jan 20 2023

    Welcome to the Forging the Future Podcast!

    Season 1 Episode 05: Talkin' With Wolves

    In this Episode, William Santiago and Jesus Chan-Cortes get motivated talking to Taylor Foster from Wolftalk. They talk about growing up and the various trials they faced along the way.

    Credits

    Starring Spencer Hoffmann and Jesus Cortes

    Guest Starring: Nate Mehren

    Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Edited By: Spencer Hoffmann

    Directed By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffman

    Audio Engineering: Jeffrey Jones

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • That's One Seriously Fat Baby
    Dec 15 2022

    Welcome to the Forging the Future Podcast!

    Season 1 Episode 04: That's One Seriously Fat Baby

    In this Episode, Spencer fills in for an absentee William Santiago whom was called to the foot hills of eastern Grand Rapids to help teach a lone owl how to fly south for the winter. He ultimately was unsuccessful and the owl has decided to just hang out in GR for the winter. Oh, and we interview the fattest baby in Grand Rapids.

    Credits

    Starring Spencer Hoffmann and Jesus Cortes

    Guest Starring: Nate Mehren

    Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Edited By: Spencer Hoffmann

    Directed By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffman

    Audio Engineering: Jeffrey Jones

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    42 mins
  • Working At The Wacker Warrel
    Dec 15 2022

    Welcome to the Forging the Future Podcast!

    Season 1 Episode 03: Workin' At The Wacker Warrel.

    In this episode we get to see the gentlemen that make this show run get in front of the camera and talk about the hard hitting, ultra polarizing, super important issues of workin' at a place called Wacker Warrel. As well as other stuff, like maternity/paternity leave. And Will sings a lot.

    Credits Starring William Santiago and Jesus Cortes

    Guest Starring: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Edited By: Spencer Hoffmann

    Directed By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffman

    Audio Engineering: Jeffrey Jones

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Forgin' In The Mornin'
    Oct 7 2022

    Welcome to the Forging the Future Podcast!

    Season 1 Episode 02: What Episode Is This Again?

    In this episode, we have special guest Mike Aguilar from the Mojo in the Morning podcast as well as the Slightly Messy Show and 104.5 WSNX! We cover a multitude of topics ranging from Tom Brady to Exercise Routines and The Karen Generation!

    Credits

    Starring William Santiago and Jesus Cortes

    Guest Starring: Mike Aguilar

    Produced By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffmann

    Edited By: Spencer Hoffmann

    Directed By: Jeffrey Jones & Spencer Hoffman

    Audio Engineering: Jeffrey Jones

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    58 mins