Podcast Summary

Podcast: Chente Ydrach

Host: Chente Ydrach
Episode: JAY LE RESPONDE A YOVIN
Date: September 24, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode of "Masacote," Chente Ydrach and guests dive deep into current controversies affecting investigative journalism in Puerto Rico, focusing particularly on a public spat between journalist Jay Fonseca and Jovín, husband of the island’s governor. The discussion uses this case to explore the state of access to public information, media-government tensions, and broader themes of freedom of the press. The episode transitions mid-way into commentary on media censorship and notable pop culture events, including American media controversies and a breakdown of the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis boxing exhibition.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Jay Fonseca–Jovín Controversy & "La muerte del periodismo investigativo"

• Issue Setup (00:01–05:00)

  • Chente opens discussing rumors that he and Jay Fonseca are at odds, clarifying Jay’s absence was due to personal matters.
  • The main theme: erosion of investigative journalism capacity, referencing a heated exchange between Jay Fonseca and Jovín.

• Background: The Incident at the Choliseo

  • Jay Fonseca sought an incident report regarding alleged misconduct in the governor’s suite at a Bad Bunny event at the Choliseo, which involved supposed family/friends of the governor.
  • Social media swirled with rumors Jovín had been present and misbehaved; he categorically denies this in public statements, threatening legal action if falsehoods continue to be spread (12:00–13:00):
    • Quote:
      "Es totalmente falso que yo haya estado en alguna de las funciones celebradas en la residencia de Bad Bunny ni en la suite de la Gobernadora. ... Me reservo todas las acciones legales correspondientes, incluyendo requerir rectificación inmediata." — Jovín (12:40)
  • Jay responds that all is being addressed on his YouTube and radio show.

• Access to Public Information: The Transparency Law (17:19–19:34)

  • The episode dives into the 2019 Puerto Rico Transparency Law—a law which ironically enables government agencies to delay providing requested information to journalists for up to a month, severely impacting news cycles.
    • Quote:
      "Por eso es que Jay Fonseca dice 'La muerte del periodismo investigativo'." — Chente (18:36)
  • Implications: Makes it nearly impossible for journalists to hold public officials accountable in real-time.

2. Media Censorship & Government Pressure: The US Parallel

• Jimmy Kimmel & The FCC (05:00–07:40; 20:59–27:28)

  • Parallels are drawn between Puerto Rico’s transparency issues and the US context, particularly with the recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel by ABC after FCC pressure, believed to be politically motivated due to jokes about Donald Trump.
    • Quote:
      "Volvió ayer y mandó la verdadera calentura ... le mandó caliente a la FCC y le mandó caliente a Brendan Carr y le mandó caliente a Donald Trump y me gusta eso." — Chente (06:56)
  • The conversation connects these government interventions to broader threats to democracy, information flow, and press freedom.

• The Weaponization of "Fake News"

  • Discussion over how political figures (both US and local) strategically label hostile media coverage as "fake news" to both look strong and avoid accountability.
    • Quote:
      "Hay una nueva cosa que Donald Trump mangó, que es decir fake news y te ves cabrón, te ves poderoso, te ves seguro..." — Chente (13:59)

3. The State of Independent & Mainstream Journalism (29:28–31:01)

• Debate over whether investigative journalism is truly dying or simply evolving, with strong arguments presented for the growth of independent media figures like Jay Fonseca, Nifuentes, Candace Owens, etc.
  • Quote:
    "Yo por lo menos he visto el renacer de ahora, cabrón, el periodismo independiente y lo veo cabrón, toda esta movida..." — Invitado (Carlitos) (29:28)

4. Vaccines, Health Debates, and Media Responsibility (33:15–45:27)

• The conversation pivots to broader mistrust in public health communications:
  • Discussion on vaccine schedules for children, government incentives for pediatricians, and recent claims about Tylenol, vaccines, and autism.
  • The hosts express skepticism, urge nuanced consideration, and highlight the problem of media (social and mainstream) censoring or polarizing these debates, affecting both public trust and the quality of information.
    • Quote:
      "Si hay algo que hemos visto a través de los años es que mientras más químicos tú te pongas en el cuerpo, a la larga eso explota. ¿Qué pastilla no tiene Side Effect?" — B (45:07)
• Commentary on Google's recent un-banning of accounts that discussed COVID dissent, and RFK Jr.'s prominence in shifting vaccine policy.

5. Boxing Spectacle: Gervonta Davis vs. Jake Paul Exhibition (46:25–55:59)

• Detailed breakdown and debate about the upcoming match:
  • Weight class mismatch: Jake Paul could outweigh Davis by 60+ lbs.
  • Format: Exhibition, 10 rounds, no impact on official records.
  • Philosophical debate on the legitimacy and entertainment value of these influencer bouts.
    • Quote:
      "Si Jake Paul que va a pesar el día antes 195 libras... Noquea a Gervonta Davis. Vamos a celebrar su historia. Pero lo que todo el mundo va a decir claro, si le llevaba 65 libras, cabrón..." — Chente (52:57)
• The segment also pokes fun at Puerto Rican identity and sports partisanship:
  • Quote:
    "Así somos los puertorriqueños. Todos están en contra nosotros ... Si tú ganas, eres el mejor de la historia de los boxeadores de Puerto Rico." — Chente (53:10)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On government stonewalling and press freedom:
  "La Ley de Transparencia... permite a ellos esperar una cantidad de tiempo estúpido para tú poder obtener un documento que tiene la verdad." — Chente (18:51)

• On independent journalism's future:
  "Esto lo que hace es que ahora el independiente uno, J. Fonseca ... si te votan, pues cabrón, abre tu podcast en YouTube y ya, ¿Qué te van a decir?" — Invitado (29:28)

• On the dangers of media manipulation:
  "Si tú estás controlando y manipulando la noticia y no diciendo la verdad y tienes a la gente llena de mentiras... es bien fácil manipular a millones de personas." — B (22:14)

• On vaccine skepticism and public health:
  "Cuando hablamos de probabilidades, cabrón, la gente ni yo entiendo cabrón. Por eso la gente va a los casinos." — C (37:46)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:01–05:00: Introduction, Jay Fonseca rumors, and setup of main issue
• 06:00–08:00: FCC vs. Jimmy Kimmel, government pressure on media
• 08:03–16:30: Choliseo incident details, suite access, and the Jovín statement
• 17:13–19:34: Discussion of Puerto Rico’s Transparency Law and its implications
• 20:09–21:54: Old vs. new media, nostalgia for newspapers
• 22:00–27:51: U.S. media suppression, Trump’s influence, cancel culture
• 29:28–31:01: The rise of independent journalism and podcasters
• 33:15–45:27: Health debates—Covid, vaccines, and scandals
• 46:25–56:31: Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis fight analysis and broader implications for sports entertainment

Tone and Style

The episode employs Chente’s signature informal, irreverent, and conversational style, seamlessly mixing humor and cultural critique. The hosts move fluidly from serious commentary on media ethics and societal trust to light-hearted, almost playful debates on boxing and pop culture, ensuring the discussion remains engaging and relatable.

For listeners wanting to follow up on the Jay Fonseca–Jovín controversy, Chente recommends visiting Jay's YouTube channel (JFONSECA PR): "Contestamos a Jovín".