MAZI‘s WORLD

In this episode, San Antonio podcasting legend Gilbert Sanchez opens up about the terrifying 2024 health crisis that left him in a seven-day induced coma and how it reshaped his faith and gratitude. Beyond his recovery, Gilbert shares the "blueprints" for his professional success, detailing how he transitioned from car sales to a high-level cybersecurity career in just six months. The trio also dives deep into the discipline required for content creation, the impact of AI on authenticity, and why "valuable" content always beats "viral" content. Roll It!

In this episode, Keith and Alex Simpson land on MAZI'S WORLD! the dynamic duo behind San Antonio’s own Squeezers Juice Bar. Keith shares his transition from professional basketball to entrepreneurship, while Alex discusses the importance of community and the realities of homeschooling their "super kids" while managing a brick-and-mortar business on the East Side. From legendary juice pairings to celebrity fans like Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez, discover how they are changing the health landscape of San Antonio—one squeeze at a time!

In this powerful episode of Mazi's World, hosts Mazi and Skrillz sit down with Matt Bunch, the co-owner / Investor of San Antonio’s flagship sneaker store, Countdown SA. Matt shares his raw journey from a 12-year battle with heroin addiction to becoming a leading figure in the city’s sneaker culture.

He opens up about the "full circle" moment of being arrested for stealing sneakers at Academy only to eventually own his own store, why he considers his father’s refusal to bail him out of jail a life-saving blessing. We also dive deep into the business of high-end sneakers, the philosophy behind the "Countdown" brand, and why staying "locked in with God" changed everything.

In this episode, we sit down with CEO of Loud City Society, Ayye R. Hailing from Dallas and making a massive impact in San Antonio, Ayye R opens up about her journey from teaching herself how to DJ to becoming one of the most consistent curators in the city. We dive deep into the reality of San Antonio’s music "industry," the critical need for a black community radio station, and what it’s like being the only woman at the table in a male-dominated rap game. Ayye R also shares her philosophy on leadership—being real over being right—and how she balances motherhood with a high-speed creative career. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, promoter, or entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with gems on building a brand, unifying a city, and maintaining your grace under pressure.

We talk to producer Beautiful Lou about pioneering the "internet producer" era (alongside other producers like Clams Casino) and blending East Coast samples with Southern 808s. He shares the behind-the-scenes story of producing for artist like Lil B! Fred the Godson and many More! and gets real about the music industry's "empty promises." Plus, a must-hear debate on the future of creativity as AI takes over! Lou's powerful mantra: "Mobbin, No Sobbin"

This week we have community leaders Mr. Tone Baby himself David McKinnies and DJ Fat Still Hold'n aka Aarom Whalon and together they are spearheading the 7v7 Youth Football initiative in San Antonio. Building a program both to lead AND teach the FUTURE Youth Start athletes of the future! We also talk about Millennial Pause? what is the GREATEST Football movie of ALL time and of course we put you on to some new music, movies and shows! Roll It!

This week we have an entrepreneur, creative who’s passionate about his hometown of San Antonio so much that he is cooking up some of the most fire Spurs themed Streetwear designs around! Greg from Retro Goods SA lands on Mazi’s World and we get into everything from why he creates for the hometown. The Wemby Era vs The Big Three ERA, why BAM is the perfect hometown hero, Spurs vs. Lakers in the NBA Cup Knockout round and much more?! Roll it!

This week we have a creative. An Artist. A THRIFT GOD! But just an overall DOPE individual spreading positivity. Landing on MAZI’S WORLD we got Trilla G! In this episode we get into spreading positivity. How should one define Good Mental Health? We ask the question, What's Really Good?! Le$ & DIOS dropped the trailer on their new collab sneaker with Adidas. Tim Duncan Getting a Retro?! Westside Gunn got a shoe coming out?! We assembled an all time War Games Squad! And of course we PUT YA ON! Roll It!

In this episode, Mazi and co. sit down to discuss these new #donaldtrump videos supposedly in the streets. Are you still cancelling #blackfriday and #christmas if the Stimmys hit? #stephcurry had no mercy for San Antonio recently. The #sneakeroftheyear of WRONG AGAIN and this new #wale album is INCREDIBLE.

In this episode, Mazi and Skrillz sit down and talk about the Wavy home coming home!, How we need to boycott the #wwe for breaking Westside Gunn's heart and how AI Music Videos are basura!