Podcast Summary: "MACO: EL PROBLEMA CON LOS INFLUENCERS DE AHORA, MICHAEL Y JLEXIS, REALITIES"

Podcast: Chente Ydrach • Host: Chente Ydrach
Date: December 29, 2025 • Guest: Mako La Leyenda
Produced by: Gallimbo Studios

Overview

In this vibrant and unfiltered episode of Masacote, Chente Ydrach sits down with well-known Puerto Rican influencer Mako La Leyenda. The two dive deep into the current state and evolution of influencer culture in Puerto Rico, recount wild stories of the early days of the influencer scene, friendships, clashes, and the explosive success of Boricua creators in reality shows like "La Casa de Alofoke". With lots of laughter, nostalgia, and real talk, they examine how the digital content game has changed—and what it takes to thrive today. The conversation naturally veers into candid territory on fame, fitness, relationships, sex, and making money on platforms like TikTok.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Origins of the Influencer House

• Story of the 'Casa Mako': Mako describes how, out of a desire not to be alone and sensing community, he opened his home to other influencers (Michael Flores, Bulbu, Gallo, Mondongo, and others). This communal living became key to the early collaborations and creative energy for the influencer crowd in Puerto Rico.
  • "Yo soy la persona, a mí no me gusta estar solo... Lo que pasa es que estábamos primero en Airbnb... después todos pa' casa de Mako" (Mako, 03:13)
• Consequences of the House: The unregulated, party-like atmosphere eventually caused friction with his family and led to them being asked to leave. Mako expresses no regrets, calling it "uno de mis mejores momentos".
  • "No hay mis mejores momentos porque es que la pasaba cabrón... Michael no dormía, una gárgola..." (Mako, 05:31)

2. Weight Loss Journeys & Health

• Mako’s Transformation: He shares dropping from 325 to 236 lbs via injections, strict diet changes, and gym routines.
  • "Ese mismo día empecé... dejé todo, soda, las comidas pesadas... me puse la primera inyección..." (Mako, 08:53)
• Navigating Temptations: During the holidays, he balances gym time and diet but still enjoys Puerto Rican food.
  • "Mientras tú sigas yendo al gimnasio, te vas a mantener." (Mako, 11:08)

3. The Saturation and Pitfalls of the Influencer Industry

• Oversaturation: Both agree the influencer world, especially on TikTok, is oversaturated. What was once difficult and exclusive is now accessible, flooding feeds with new faces daily.
  • "Ahora está tan saturado que hay demasiado mucho influencer..." (Mako, 12:26)
• Controversy Culture: Chente notes that beef and public spats have become popular but can get toxic. Mako, however, avoids unnecessary drama.
  • "A mí no me gusta eso... Yo prefiero picharte y cuando te caiga, pues ya, son otros 20." (Mako, 13:05)

4. The Economics of TikTok & Changing Work Ethic

• How TikTok Changed the Game: Mako reveals he earns $5,000–$6,000 per week from TikTok streams and battles, sometimes up to $30,000—a shift that has made many creators less interested in traditional jobs or even video content.
  • “Hay días... que no voy a jugar... puede haber un mes de 20 mil pesos.” (Mako, 15:23)
  • “Yo me gano el dinero en TikTok cómodo.” (Mako, 14:46)
• Chente’s TikTok Struggles: The host discovers he's left $6,000 unclaimed in his TikTok account due to issues with setting up his monetization profile.
  • “Cabrón, yo tengo seis mil pesos en TikTok, cabrón. En mi defensa…” (Chente, 32:41)

5. La Casa de Alofoke & Reality TV

• Expectations vs. Reality: Mako predicted Michael Flores would dominate the reality show due to his relentless, high-energy personality—something most people couldn’t handle.
  • "Papi, la presión de Michael no le iban a aguantar... El tipo es un bullying 24/7." (Mako, 16:37)
• Impact on Creators’ Careers: The reality show provided unprecedented focus, taking creators off their phones and boosting creativity and visibility, leading to huge followings.
  • “Yo siento que ellos ganaron más, ¿me entiendes? Porque se prendieron más...” (Mako, 22:29)
• The Allure of Reality Shows: Mako considers joining a new reality contest—72 hours with no sleep—for the story and possible financial gain.
  • “Quiero vivir la experiencia...” (Mako, 21:23)

6. The Changing Nature of Fame

• New Generations: Chente reflects on how being an influencer is now a bigger dream for youths than acting or filmmaking was for previous generations.
  • "Yo pienso que el cine no es tan seductor ahora... influencer es lo que va a seducir..." (Chente, 25:39)
• Risks to Work Ethic: The easy money from content creation has decreased motivation for traditional work—stores everywhere are hiring, but nobody wants regular jobs.
  • "Ahora en cualquier lado estamos contratando... porque nadie quiere trabajar." (Mako, 26:24)

7. Sexual Openness and Humor

• Sex Talk + Social Commentary: Unfiltered discussion on porn preferences, sexual experiences, anxieties about threesomes, the reality of sex in relationships, and the importance of safe sex.
  • “Cabrón, eso de ‘chingar todos los días’... Canté embustero todos los días chichando.” (Chente, 48:10)
• Sex Ed PSA: Both jokingly offer advice to listeners on the importance of condoms and transparency with partners.
  • "Aquí hacemos cosas buenas para la sociedad." (Chente, 45:26)

8. Platform & Monetization Issues

• Platform Favoritism: Mako discusses how some platforms (Instagram, Facebook) are losing creators to TikTok because TikTok pays better and has better engagement mechanics.
  • "Instagram es como para promover, pero TikTok… ahí es donde te empiezan a conocer la gente." (Mako, 60:19)
• Loss of Facebook Page: Mako pleads publicly for help from Alofoke to get his half-million-follower Facebook page reinstated after a copyright takedown.
  • “Por favor, a los foques si ves esto, mi página de Facebook…” (Mako, 60:53)

Memorable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• On Building the Influencer Community
  "Se Mako estaba loco cabrón. Y vivíamos todos en casa de Mako." — Michael Flores (video replay), [02:56]

• On Why He Risked It All for Content Creation
  “Cuando ya me dijo o escoge o influencer o yo y yo influencer, yo estaba que no me importaba, yo quería estar en eso, ¿me entiendes?” — Mako [06:22]

• On the New TikTok Economy
  "Yo me gano el dinero en TikTok cómodo... Si tú estás cobrando 5 mil semanal, 6 mil pesos semanal... ¿Para qué voy a seguir jodiendo con tengo que hacer un video preocupado diario?" — Mako [14:46]

• On the Intensity of Michael Flores
  “El tipo es un bullying 24/7… Aguantar la presión de Michael, papi, que te bule." — Mako [16:37]

• On Platform Loyalty
  "Instagram... pero en TikTok me están pagando..." — Mako [60:19]

• On the Reality of Sex in Long-Term Relationships
  “Eso de chingar muchas veces cansa... una vez, ya, adiós, hasta mañana.” — Mako [47:59]
  “Todos los días chichando. ¿Cuánto tú crees que chinga una pareja promedio? Ha hecho como una o dos veces a la semana...” — Mako [48:24]

• On Losing His Facebook Account
  “Medio millón de seguidores papito no es fácil papi...” — Mako [61:24]

Important Segments (Timestamps)

• [01:22–04:29] – Mako on founding the influencer house and its impact
• [08:53–10:31] – Mako's weight loss journey and body image
• [12:26–15:49] – Discussion on influencer burnout, TikTok economics, and industry saturation
• [16:01–18:18] – Insights from La Casa de Alofoke and creator psychology
• [21:06–22:47] – The draw of reality TV experiences
• [32:41–34:19] – Chente’s TikTok monetization mishaps
• [44:01–45:26] – Sex Ed “PSA” moment, humor and real advice
• [53:17–55:14] – Analysis of Michael Flores’ inimitable energy and impact
• [60:53–61:58] – Mako pleads to get his Facebook page back
• [62:15–end] – Episode wrap, thanks, and future plans

Tone and Style

The tone throughout is raw, unfiltered, humorous, and distinctly Boricua—full of inside jokes, daring honesty, and camaraderie. The language is colloquial, peppered with vulgarities, and deeply authentic to Puerto Rican internet culture. Both Chente and Mako bring self-awareness, humility, and jokes to the table, making heavy topics (pressure, burnout, lost opportunities) feel accessible.

Summary Takeaway

This episode isn't just an exploration of influencer stardom; it’s a look at the grind behind the scenes, the shifting patterns of work and culture among young Puerto Ricans, and the real cost (and reward) of chasing fame online. Mako’s journey highlights the risks (both personal and professional) and the sometimes fleeting, sometimes lucrative nature of internet celebrity. Through hilarious anecdotes and serious reflections, Chente and Mako paint a vivid picture of both the chaos and possibilities of Puerto Rico’s digital creative scene.