Matty Durkin (@mattydurkin) is back on The Pop Corner with a very special guest: content creator, NYC dad, podcast host, and social media personality José Rolón (@nycgaydad)!
But first, Matty kicks things off with a little movie talk! Everyone seems to be talking about You Can See Everything, and Matty shares why he thinks this film has SERIOUS Oscar potential. Is this an early awards-season contender? Let's discuss! Matty also shares a quick recap of his Halloween weekend in NYC, including his Lisa Rinna-as-Rob Rausch costume (it's couture, check the tag!), and celebrates #TeamConcern's incredible fundraising efforts at the 50th TCS New York City Marathon, raising more than $130,000 for Concern Worldwide's programs! (@concernworldwideus)
Then it's time to meet José ! Whether he's creating hilarious and heartwarming content with his three kids, planning over-the-top celebrations in New York City, or hosting his podcast Love Take Two with Jaime Kelton, Jose has built a community around family, authenticity, and living life to the fullest.
Then Matty and José take a trip down memory lane for a nostalgic deep dive into the 1990s! From questionable fashion choices and unforgettable pop culture moments to the influence of the QUEEN herself, Janet Jackson, they discuss the music, television, and entertainment that helped shape a generation. José also shares how he introduces his kids to the pop culture he grew up loving.
But beyond the laughs and nostalgia, José opens up about his incredibly personal journey into fatherhood. After the tragic loss of his husband, José became a single dad to their beautiful three infant children, navigating grief, parenting, and an entirely new chapter of life. He shares how he found his way forward and ultimately built one of social media's most entertaining and beloved family communities through NYC Gay Dad.
It's a conversation about love, loss, resilience, LGBTQ+ family life, parenting, social media, and the power of pop culture to bring generations together.
From Oscar buzz and Janet Jackson to NYC family life, this episode has heart, humor, nostalgia, and plenty to talk about!
🎙️ Follow José : @nycgaydad
🍿 Follow Matty: @mattydurkin and @thepopcornerpod
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