Hugo's Posts

From the moment we are born we begin to model the behaviors of others and shape our desires based on what others have. If we allow ourselves to covet too much the stuff of others we risk the chance of losing ourselves on unhappy pursuits. Hugo discusses the times he's been led astray and the steps he has taken to keep his unhealthy wants at bay.  Today on the Show:  Vsauce2: The Invention of Blame (Scapegoat Mechanism) https://youtu.be/lNJq6BlVyhM Definition of Covet: a) To wish for earnestly. b) to desire (what belongs to another) inordinately or culpably.   Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts | Insta at @hugotorres | sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com

In spite of some glitches Hugo chats at length with a very busy Michael Dean Roberts of the Gay Mens Podcast. They discuss Michael's many professional endeavors, the topics discussed on his two popular podcasts, male underwear design and much more. Who says Gen Xers and Millenials can't get along? Today on the Show: Gay Mens Podcast:  http://www.gaymenspodcast.com/  Michael Dean Roberts IMDd:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10789348/?ref_=nv_sr_1?ref_=nv_sr_1    Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts | Insta at @hugotorres | sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com

Hugo chats with published authors A.J Bass and Benjamin W. Bass about the ups and downs of writing in modern times.  Today on the Show:  A.J. Bass - Paige’s Story https://www.ajbasswrites.com  Benjamin Bass - Alone In the Light https://www.benjaminwbass.com  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts | Insta at @hugotorres | sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com 

While cleaning out his garage Hugo found an old poem his High School teacher assigned in the last days of Senior year. It made little sense to him then but twenty years later he's lived a life and the puzzle pieces are starting to make sense. Hugo reads the poem and shares his thoughts on the importance of listening to the wisdom of elders and why we need to truly listen to each other more. Today on the Show: Ken Blanchard: Raving Fans Desiderata  Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story.  Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.  Keep interested in your

After some meandering thoughts Hugo gets back to the business of telling stories. This time, he recalls some from his days in revelry and then the moment when he grew and matured. A discussion on moving past the good stages in life in order to live a fuller whole story. Today on the Show: The Broadmoor Hotel:  https://www.broadmoor.com/  Quote: "The best laid plas of mice and men often go awry."  https://www.dictionary.com/browse/the-best-laid-plans-of-mice-and-men-often-go-awry "  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts | Insta at @hugotorres | sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com  

Graduation/Wedding season recently passed and after all the celebrating you might find yourself wondering....what's next. Hugo talks about how he copes with those days after reaching personal summits. Today on the Show: Pachellbel - Canon In D Major: https://youtu.be/NlprozGcs80  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts | Insta at @hugotorres | sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com 

 There have been times when Hugo has hesitated for the stars to align perfectly before acting. In some of those occasion, the waiting game has cost him dearly. Now Hugo tells you why it is more important to act and also how you might deal when you loose a profession that you've worked hard to achieve. Clip from The Good, The Bad and the Ugly: https://youtu.be/aJCSNIl2Pls Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts | Insta at @hugotorres | sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com 

 Hugo has had a terrible cold over the last week. Unable to really talk but needed to for work and more he's faced a few battles this week. Even though he's only 5'7" our Podcast host is a scrappy fella with some tricks up his sleeves. He shares his...will you be kind enough to share yours? Today on the Show: Rocky IV Clip: The Russian's Cut: https://youtu.be/qZRbStnLn3c Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com  

Hugo has a routine which includes listening to dozens of Podcasts a week. Who influences him? Here are just a few. Today on the Show: We Live on a Planet:  https://wloap.com/  Strong Body, Strong Soul:  https://anchor.fm/maria-humphreys  Be A Man Podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/the-be-a-man-podcast Swearing Mamas:  https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/swearing-mamas  Tiny Bites:  https://www.tinyambitions.com/  My Stuttering Life:  https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/27fb8-780b3/My-Stuttering-Life-Podcast  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com  

Hugo was an angry young man in Los Angeles during the late 90s and 2000s. Luckily his anger didn't land him in serious hot water. Now at 40 plus years he has rethought his approach to dealing with situations where tempers are flaring and how that could impact the lives of his kin. Your thoughts and comments are always appreciated.  Today on the Show: Boyz n the Hood clip: https://youtu.be/W1fv8bPOwGk  Cholo Definition by Urban Dictionary:  https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=cholo  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

The cold and cough season continue to plague the Torres household and after a long night of short dreams and then little sleep Hugo takes some time time to ask some pertinent questions. It's not quite everything you've ever wanted to know about Hugo but were afraid to ask but we're getting there. Today on the Show: Tango - Por Una Cabeza:   https://youtu.be/SJ1aTPM-dyE Andrea Bocelli Por Una Cabeza: https://youtu.be/m8AnS9Lnpw0 Game Played is Crazy Quandaries Published by Simply Fun Games  https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/37591/qrazy-quandaries  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

It's been several weeks since Hugo has recorded but it's not because he has not been busy. From Spring Break travels to weeks of sick kids with cough there's been little time and energy to spare. Of course this doesn't mean that Hugo didn't learn some lessons along the way and realized in a moment that it is most important to look back at who you were when you need help planning for who you might be. Meandering at times yes but back in the saddle again. Today on the Show: Hugo visits the cocks at Arroyo Grande, CA:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv0a6EWBSnC/  Visit Pismo Beach, CA:  https://pismobeach.org/  All About the California Drought:  https://www.drought.gov/drought/states/california   Backyard Camping at Casa Torres:  https://www.instagram.com/p/BIgLPjagLuc/  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Hugo and his wife took their children to a live taping of America's Got Talent in Pasadena, CA. The experience reminded him of the first time he saw a TV production and how he now knows that the "reality" we see on TV is not always what happened in real life. Hugo then goes on to acknowledge the hard work of Podcasters who take true effort in creating something meaningful and how this is in contrast with the short cuts others take. Today On the Show: About Mr Terry Crews: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0187719/?ref_=nv_sr_2 The Magic Hour Talk Show 1992: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Magic_Hour_(talk_show) 2019 College Admission Scandal: https://www.npr.org/2019/03/12/702539140/u-s-accuses-actresses-others-of-fraud-in-wide-college-admissions-scandal America's Got Talent Show: https://www.nbc.com/americas-got-talent Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

People have been caught on camera lately calling police offers to tend to matters that seem trivial. Thanks to the bullhorn effect of Social Media, skirmishes between people can become the latest viral sensation. Hugo talks about his reservations and thoughts about when police officers need to be called. He shares his own history with the police and how it has shaped his world view. Today on the Show:  Urbanize Los Angeles 10/18/2017 - Boyle Heights Sears Building Slated for Revival: https://urbanize.la/post/boyle-heights-sears-building-slated-revival Deseret Industries: https://www.deseretindustries.org/ Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Hugo has been a busy body on the Twitter machine discussing the concept of the Not All Men hashtag that is making the rounds on Social Media. Hugo here discusses the errors on judgement he has made in the past and how they are helping him shape his views on how to play well with others.  Today on the Show: About the town of Parsippany, NJ Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Hugo could have been a great basketball player but something stood in his way. A memory of a long lost friend. Today on the Show: Reebok Pump: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reebok_Pump Dog Part 1: From My Blog  Dog Part 2: From My Blog  Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Hugo is feeling jealous...Again! This man is too insecure if you ask us. Today he ponders the importance of positive influences in the lives of his kin and how that affects his position in the hierarchy of importance.  Today on the Show:  Lightning McQueen Intro: "Real Gone" by Sheryl Crow Theme from Rock: "Gonna Fly Now" by Bill Conti "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Hugo spends too much on the Tweets and finds himself on a back and forth about the praise everyday good dads get from others. A talk about how some American households are run and the language we use to describe the work that takes place within them. Today On the Show:   Fathers changing roles: Dads doing more at home. June 15, 2003: https://www.sbsun.com/2013/06/15/fathers-changing-roles-dads-doing-more-at-home/ Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Hugo is falling apart. Little by little things are falling off of him and before he deteriorates completely he's taken to the air-waves to do a self assessment at 41 years of age. By the way, we acknowledge that he keeps on saying he's 42 on the air but his mind is going. He is actually 41. Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com   

Jealousy is a heck of a drug. Hugo talks about how one recent dreams sent him down an accounting of his lesser emotions. "O beware, my lord, of jealousy; It is the green-eyed monster which doth mock the meet it feeds on." Billy Shakespeare! Today on the Show:  Eyes Wide Shut 1999 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120663/ Insecure 2016 to Present -  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5024912/ Subscribe to the Podcast or you can find Hugo on Twitter at @hugosposts on Insta at @hugotorres or his blog at sangabrielvalley.blogspot.com