Coastal Chronicles NYC

About Coastal Chronicles NYC

Coastal Chronicles is your neighborhood journalist who takes pride in interviewing people with amazing, identifiable stories that might inspire the viewers.

Publisher

Dren Starr & Tank

Category

arts · society & culture · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

24 Nov 2020

Latest episode

1 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Jul 2025

   From Bushwick to La Mega: DJ Carlito’s Rise to NYC Radio Royalty

   DJ Carlito recounts his journey from Bushwick to becoming a prominent NYC radio DJ, highlighting the sacrifices and political landscape of the industry in an interview with Taino Domingo.

2. 

   1 Jul 2025

   Jordan Coleman: The Pain Behind the Success

   Actor Jordan Coleman reveals his personal struggles with loss and identity as he transitioned from child star to finding his voice through film and rap in an interview with Taino Domingo.

3. 

   20 May 2025

   Grizel Del Valle: The Surprising Secret Behind Her Success

   Discover the incredible journey of Grizel Del Valle, the Latina powerhouse known as La Chachi, and the surprising secrets behind her rise to success. In this episode, Grizel shares her inspiring story of overcoming humble beginnings, unexpected challenges, and the dedication that fueled her career. Learn about her early exposure to the arts, the influence of mentors like Olga Tañón, and how she carved her own path in the industry. From dancing internationally at 17 to releasing a debut album that topped the charts, Grizel's story is one of authenticity, resilience, and passion. Get ready to be inspired by the Latina icon who continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her voice, dance, and unwavering dedication. In this Episode:- ✅ Humble Beginnings: Grizel's journey from the streets of Newark, New Jersey, where she faced challenges like witnessing violence and drug dealing, to finding her passion for music and dance. ✅ Early Exposure to the Arts: How her family, including her mother, grandmother, and godmother, encouraged her to participate in various activities like baton twirling, softball, trumpet playing, choir, and beauty pageants, shaping her early passion for the arts. ✅ Unexpected Opportunities: Grizel's unexpected entry into TV production, which led her to develop skills in front of the camera, editing, and more, becoming a stepping stone in her career. ✅ International Recognition: At just 17, Grizel was dancing internationally, participating in salsa congresses in London, Germany, the Czech Republic, Australia, and more, building a global presence. ✅ Mentorship and Inspiration: The profound influence of Olga Tañón, who became a mentor and friend, and how their memorable performances together, including at the Apollo Theater, shaped Grizel's confidence and career. ✅ Transition to Singing: Grizel's transition from dancing to singing, working with artists like Romeo Santos and Tito Nieves, and how these experiences helped her grow as an artist. ✅ Creating Her Own Lane: How Grizel carved her own path by producing boundary-pushing shows like "Fever," blending burlesque and Boricua brilliance, and releasing a self-titled debut album that topped the iTunes Latino Albums chart. ✅ Authenticity and Staying True: The importance of authenticity in her music and performances, and how she balances her Puerto Rican heritage with her artistic expression. ✅ Industry Challenges: Navigating the challenges of the music industry, where talent can sometimes be overshadowed by popularity and technology, and staying true to her art. ✅ Building a Community: The importance of connecting with her fans and building a loyal following by being true to herself and her roots. Join us for an inspiring and honest conversation with Grizel Del Valle, a true artist who proves that authenticity truly matters. Follow & Connect: Follow Taino Domingo:-   / coastalchroniclesnyc Follow Dren Starr:-   / drenstarr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2k8IGjI... Follow Grizel Del Valle (La Chachi) :-   / chachination

Who has been a guest on Coastal Chronicles NYC

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• DJ Carlito
• Jordan Coleman
• Grafh

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

417,848

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 49 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

51

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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