Podcast Summary: CHENTE LE TIRA A VERO ft. KIKO BLADE

Podcast: Chente Ydrach
Date: March 19, 2026
Guests: Kiko Blade, Juanpi
Produced by: Gallimbo Studios

Episode Overview

This lively, culturally-rich episode of Chente Ydrach’s podcast brings together Chente, comedian Kiko Blade, and regular collaborator Juanpi for a meandering, passionate conversation about Puerto Rican culture, generational change, pop culture and cinema, societal values, and the ongoing challenges of living in a colony. The discussion bounces between anecdotes about film, reflections on art and comedy, the complexity of Puerto Rico’s social fabric, and honest criticism of local and international institutions. Throughout, the conversation maintains Chente’s irreverent, humorous, and sharply critical tone.

Major Discussion Points & Highlights

1. The Golden Age of Cinema & Cultural Impact

• Film as Life Lessons: The group dives into a nostalgia-driven reflection on the 1970s in cinema, arguing it's the greatest decade for movies—citing classics like The Exorcist, The Godfather, Taxi Driver, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.
  • [02:05-05:03]
  • Chente (Victorino): "Yo creo que los 70 fue la mejor década de cine."
  • The seriousness and realism of these films are noted, especially The Exorcist’s bold themes of spirituality and fear, and The Godfather’s lessons about family and loyalty.
• Memorable Movie Scenes:
  • Kiko recalls the iconic scene from American Gangster where Idris Elba’s character is killed in public:
    • “Cuando matan a alguien frente a todo el mundo en un restaurante que fue como, me importa un carajo.” [05:42-06:39]
• Films as Life Lessons & Codes:
  • The panel discusses how gangster films impart codes of conduct and complex moral lessons.
    • “Nunca rete a la familia al frente de otra gente.” [04:23]

2. Violence & Crime in Puerto Rico

• Personal Encounters with Violence:
  • Chente and guests share stories of witnessing shootouts and navigating sudden danger, reflecting a Puerto Rican reality colored by both fear and resilience.
    • Kiko: “Son esos momentos de sobrevivencia, especialmente en tiroteos, porque una bala ya te puede acabar la vida en una milésima de segundo.” [07:32-08:12]
• Generational Shift in Crime Rates:
  • They address falling crime rates but link this to demographic changes, not societal progress:
    • “La tasa de criminalidad ha bajado dramáticamente en Puerto Rico... hay menos juventud...” [08:44]

3. Comedy, Stand Up, and Artistry

• Challenges of Producing Stand Up:
  • Kiko discusses the evolution of his stand-up act and the pressure to put on bigger spectacles while keeping things economically viable.
    • “El deseo de hacer un espectáculo, un espectáculo y que salga como quiero que salga...” [12:25]
    • Kiko’s first solo show in the US is coming up; he shares excitement and a bit of anxiety.
      • “No estoy cagado, cabrón... es mi primer show solo mío en Estados Unidos.” [09:29-10:11]
• Climax in Stand Up vs. Theater:
  • Chente compares theatrical structures to stand-up, noting how Kiko’s specials have always aspired to a theatrical climax—rare in typical stand-up routines.
    • “Tú, a través de tus diez y pico de especiales siempre obtiene... Hay una especie de clímax teatral...” [13:50]

4. Puerto Rican Society: Education, Consequences, and Historical Amnesia

• Culture of Impunity:
  • Much frustration is aired over how elites in Puerto Rico avoid consequences for crimes, citing past governors and infamous political scandals.
    • “No hay consecuencia. Esta persona se robó un cojón de chavo... ¿Y los chavos? ¿Dónde están los chavos que se robó?” [27:50]
• Famous Quotes:
  • On Puerto Rican political culture:
    • “Aquí en Puerto Rico todo el mundo hace lo que le salga del bicho y de la crica.” - Kiko [28:12]
• The Power of Teaching Real History:
  • Juanpi, who works in tourism, laments the lack of emphasis on Puerto Rican history in schools and how this impacts collective pride and knowledge.
    • “Aquí en Puerto Rico no se le enseña una historia de tú sentirte orgulloso de ser boricua....” [47:00]

5. Generational Change, Social Behaviors, and Parties

• Why Young People Don’t Go to Clubs Like Before:
  • The rise of social media and fear of being filmed/memed is dampening enthusiasm for dancing and socializing in clubs.
    • “La gente tiene miedo ser grabados. Que los convierta en un meme.” [19:43]
• Public Cleanliness and Social Responsibility:
  • The discussion expands from cinema etiquette to public conduct—why don’t people pick up after themselves, and how do individual and governmental norms influence these behaviors?
    • Kiko: “Esto no es culpa del gobierno, esto es culpa de tu crianza en tu casa.” [24:41]
    • Comparison to Japan is made, where social expectations enforce public cleanliness despite lack of garbage bins. [24:41-25:25]

6. Colonial Status, Economic Exploitation, and Global Comparisons

• Puerto Rico as a Colony:
  • Strong critique is offered of US/Puerto Rico economic relations and local politicians, with analogies of repeated “violation”:
    • “Somos una isla violada, cabrón. Constantemente nos están violando.” - Kiko [40:39]
• Comparing Europe and the US:
  • Juanpi reflects on his experience in Europe, contrasting American and European societal structures, infrastructure, education, and lower crime rates. European life is depicted as more organized and less violent. [52:22-54:24]
• The Power of US Media:
  • The panel observes “mercadeo de Estados Unidos está hijueputa” - America markets itself so effectively that it shapes global perceptions—even influencing how Europeans see themselves.

7. Spirituality, Energy, and the Supernatural

• Do They Believe in Exorcism?
  • Prompted by conversations about The Exorcist, the hosts discuss belief (or not) in the spiritual world, signs, and energy.
    • “Creo mucho más en el mundo espiritual. So una respuesta es sí.” - Victorino [68:45]
    • Kiko shares experiences of energy and “vibes,” both positive and negative, and the necessity to maintain mental control when confronted with bad energy. [71:50-72:21]

8. Generational Experience of Nightlife and Socializing

• How Hangouts Change with Age:
  • There’s a segment reflecting on how clubbing, dancing, and connecting with people changes over decades.
    • “Es lo mismo cuando tú haces algo muchas, muchas, muchas, muchas veces, la primera vez que conectaste una nena, o sea, tú no vas a poder replicar ese...” - Juanpi [76:21]
• Proposing Cellphone-Free Parties:
  • The idea is floated of hosting events where phones are locked away in “airplane mode” to foster true social interaction.
    • “Vamos a hacer unos party sin celular... La disco se va a llamar Airplane Mode.” [81:03-81:45]

9. Comedy, Theater, and Artistic Recognition

• Artistry and Division in Comedy & Theater:
  • Kiko and Chente discuss the artistic “snobbery” and rifts between stand-up comedians, improvisers, and theater actors in Puerto Rico, and the sometimes arbitrary boundaries drawn.
    • “El actor es una cosa, el comediante es una cosa y estando perdón es otra.” [98:56]
• The Importance of Experiencing Live Theater:
  • Both advocate for more audience members—especially artists themselves—to support live theater, recognizing the long unpaid process behind every show.
    • “Aprecien que lo que tú estás viendo es un producto de una cantidad de ensayos que tú no tienes la menor idea.” - Victorino [87:51]

10. Promotion and Upcoming Events

• Kiko Blade’s Stand-Up Shows:
  • Kiko promotes his next stand-up gigs in Orlando (April 2 at Funny Bone) and San Juan (Abracadabra, March 26). [119:47]
    • “Rieguen la voz a sus familiares para que llenemos ese Funny Bone en Orlando.” [119:47]
• Chente’s Theater Role:
  • Chente is starring in “Asalto” at Teatro Breve in San Juan.

Notable Quotes

• On cultural impunity:
  • “Aquí en Puerto Rico todo el mundo hace lo que le salga del bicho y de la crica.” (Kiko Blade, [28:12])
• On the power of US media/marketing:
  • “El mercadeo de Estados Unidos está hijueputa.” (Juanpi, [52:22])
• On the snobbery in theatrical arts:
  • “El actor es una cosa, el comediante es una cosa y estando perdón es otra.” (Kiko Blade, [98:56])
• On spirituality:
  • “Creo mucho más en el mundo espiritual. So una respuesta es sí.” (Victorino [68:45])
• On Puerto Rico’s colonial reality:
  • “Somos una isla violada, cabrón. Constantemente nos están violando.” (Kiko Blade, [40:39])

Memorable Moments & Timestamps

• [05:42] Kiko and Victorino recall the American Gangster shooting scene.
• [12:25] Kiko reflects on the pressure to create an impactful, yet budget-friendly, stand-up show.
• [19:43] Victorino relates the fear of being filmed to declining dance and social interaction in clubs.
• [28:12] Kiko’s emphatic statement about Puerto Rican impunity for elites.
• [40:39] Kiko’s “isla violada” analogy for Puerto Rico’s treatment by Spain and the US.
• [52:22] Juanpi discusses American cultural marketing supremacy.
• [68:45] Chente describes personal experiences that create belief in the spiritual realm.
• [81:45] The crew brainstorms a “no cell phone” party, “Airplane Mode.”
• [87:51] Victorino and Kiko discuss the behind-the-scenes sacrifice required to stage theater in Puerto Rico.
• [119:47] Kiko plugs his stand-up World Tour dates.

Tone & Takeaways

The tone is conversational, critical, sometimes raw, but always anchored in humor and the camaraderie of the group. The episode is rich in cultural self-reflection and isn’t afraid to tackle Puerto Rico’s political hypocrisies, social mistrust, or the complexities of creating art in a small, colonized, highly talented nation. The persistent thread is both pride and frustration: pride in local art, humor, resilience, and global impact; frustration at the slow—or absent—progress in justice, historical consciousness, and self-respect.

Listen For

• Candid opinions and honest, sometimes biting humor about Puerto Rican society.
• Fascinating takes on the unspoken codes, snobbery, and divisions within Puerto Rican comedy and theater.
• The joys and pitfalls of nostalgia—both for film and for the highs of youth.
• Sincere calls for cultural self-awareness, education, and creative risk-taking in the face of global and local adversity.

For New Listeners

If you haven’t listened, this episode is a masterclass in Puerto Rican humor, cultural commentary, and artistic reflection, touching on everything from crime to clubbing to spiritual signs to the quirks of the entertainment industry. Expect irreverence, laughter, and sharp truth-telling mingled with love for the craft and the island.