I sat down with Matt Drago, a Los Angeles-based actor originally from Virgina. Now a star of the newly released indie film "Somewhere in Montana". In this powerful cinematic masterpiece, Matt plays Fabian Verdugo. A West Coast director who must navigate cultural divides. forging an unlikely partnership with a Montana rancher, portrayed by Graham McTavish. Finding legacy, connection, and resilience. Somewhere in Montana is a must-watch for fans of real storytelling. Showcasing a dynamic relationship that feels present, and raw.

Matt takes us through his journey from rural Virginia to the bright lights of Los Angeles. Sharing insights into the transformative power of theater to film. He also opens up about the dedication required to bring Fabian’s character to life. Including the physical and emotional preparation that shaped his performance. Showing a different way to method acting.

Be sure to check out Matt's website with the link provided below. Somewhere in Montana will be available to stream within the next few months:

• https://mattdrago.com/
• https://linktr.ee/mattdrago

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• https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

I had the chance to sit down with Kevin King. A talented rapper from my home state New York. Coming to you from South Bronx, he is all about storytelling through music. Kevin’s lyrics are raw, intentional, and deeply personal. God onest capture of grit of during his upbringing, the dreams he’s chasing. Seeing how everything coming back full circle. His music takes you on a journey, whether it’s through the streets of the Bronx, the highs of ambition. Even the struggles of staying grounded while aiming for greatness. Especially when you're feeling the time isn't right.

Kevin shared how his community, and experiences shaped his artistry. What it’s like navigating the rap world? Going to the deeper purpose behind his music and process. It’s more than just beats, and rhymes. It’s about building connections, empowering others, and keeping the culture alive. Check out Kevin on his social's with the link provided below:

• https://www.instagram.com/kevinking922

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot 🤟.

• https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

Buckle up, muchachos! where getting to the trippy possibilities of all things out of this world. For starters alternate dimensions, alien civilisations, and the mysteries of our own minds. From mirror metaphors, to theories about parallel universes:

• Is there any evidence that paranormal even even real?
• Are aliens, just cosmic tourists in compact SUVs?
• Is your reflection more than just a good hair check?

Where asking all the questions, cause guess what honey I want my damn answers!

Also looking in pop culture classics like A Clockwork Orange and Alien. Exploring dream interpretations and what it means in the bigger picture. To debating whether aliens are curious scientists or just trolling humanity for kicks. Grab your flaming hot Cheetos, light up a joint. It’s weird, it’s wonderful, and it’s out of this world!

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https://www.velvetearthshop.com/

candles are a must-have for the stoner lifestyle. Tune in, light up a candle (or a joint), and groove with us!

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot.

https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

Karissa's name for the week is "stopppp"

Had the pleasure to talk with with Aisha Makara. Talented artist, entrepreneur, and world traveler. Whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Born in Mongolia, and orphaned at the age of two. Aisha has navigated life with resilience and creativity. Traveling to over 60 countries, and carving a unique path as an artist and author. She has had herengraved artwork to space with SpaceX. To founding a boutique hotel ,and property management company in Portugal. Aisha’s life is a testament to the power of reinvention, and fearless ambition.

Aisha shares insights from her "Joyful Living Guidebook". Offering practical advice on staying joyful, and centered in a fast-paced world. Delving into her artistic journey, and experiences with Burning Man’s Global Village. Her belief in the power of manifestation, to build a dream life. It's a captivating look at what it means to embrace creativity, take risks, and live.

Check out her website, with the link provided below:

https://aisha.today/

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot 🤟.

https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

We're blasting, fucking headfirst into the frustrations of modern healthcare. Let me tell you, its legit a scam. From the absurd cost of dental care, which makes no sense anymore. To the corporate greed of Big Pharma. Asking the question when did dental work start costing more than a car payment? And, don’t even get us started on the CEOs, once got murdered. Who on earth would want to be a CEO of a health insurance company.

It’s not all heavy, not going to lie it kind of is. We kinda sorta lighten the mood with a dive into the benefits of supplements. Our love-hate relationship with caffeine alternatives. Lets be hon est, coffee can be liquid "crack" in some cases. Why you need one of Karissa's candles at:

https://www.velvetearthshop.com/

candles are a must-have for the stoner lifestyle.

Tune in, light up a candle (or a joint), and groove with us!

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot.

https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

Karissa's name for the week is "uptheass"

I had the pleasure to talk with Jeff Niebuhr and Heath Cobb. The duo behind underground band "Hecojeni". These guys go way back, we’re talking college days in the late 80s. Back then they where part of The Chillbumps, a band that rocked the Southeast. Life took them in completely different directions. Heath served in the Marines, including tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. While Jeff built a career in corporate America, and explored solo music projects. Now, after decades apart, they’ve reunited to create music that’s raw, real, and genre-defying.

Diving head first into their journey of reconnecting, and reinventing their sound. They shared stories from their past. Like how they started collaborating after all these years. To how their life experiences have shaped the songs they’re making now. It’s a conversation about resilience mixed with creativity. Finding the kind of friendship that stands the test of time. Their website: https://hecojeni.com/

Also, their original Christmas track on: https://phonophorerecords.bandcamp.com/track/christmas-lost-today

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot 🤟.

https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

Man, do you remember the days when Gerber baby food handed out free engraved spoons? No? Well, get ready for a nostalgic trip into the weird and wonderful world of 90s marketing gimmicks. This week, we go down memory lane. From Gerber's silver spoons, to Marlboro's reward programs. That made you wonder if smoking could win you a computer. It's a chaotic ride of odd cultural taboos, with an added twist. Sprinkled with Karissa's thoughts on Ethan Hawke, Emma Stone acting at another level. Karissa still has Gerber baby spoon, to this day fyi.

But it’s not all nostalgia and laughs. We also dive deep into reflections on life’s struggles. From job frustrations to finding those fleeting moments of joy. Like the peace of cooking or the occasional spa day. With a dash of existential musings, and a pinch of absurdity. We bring you another unfiltered, stoner-style sesh that’s as relatable as it is ridiculous. So light one up, kick back, for the ultimate high.

The host of American groove is Karissa Andrews. A licensed aesthetician, makeup artist and lover of pugs. The best part is that you can check out her work on Instagram:

https://www.velvetearthshop.com/

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot.

https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove

Karissa's name for the week is "카리사"

Where talking with filmmaker Jeremy Norrie from Skyland Productions. Well known for his documentary Aliens vs. Bigfoot available on prime. Jeremy's has made a lot of incredible documentaries. You can find them on Amazon, FOX, and CBS streaming platforms. Jeremy has a different perspective to filmmaking. From overcoming personal struggles, and exploring the afterlife. His work captures stories, that blend curiosity with authenticity creating a masterpiece.

From his early days in the cannabis industry, to his current passion for storytelling. Along the way, Jeremy shares the challenges and triumphs that shaped his career. Learning the lessons about being resilient, crreativitive, and connected in the moment. If you’re curious about filmmaking or drawn to stories that inspire and empower's you. this is an episode you don't want to miss.

To explore Jeremy Norrie’s documentaries, and learn more about his work, visit his website at:

https://www.theskyisland.com/

Discover films that dive into the extraordinary, and inspire. With stories of resilience and discovery!

We have a magical link below with all our socials and handle so you can find us on your favorite pod spot 🤟.

https://linktr.ee/lostinthegroove