Grayscale LA

About Grayscale LA

GRAYSCALE LA is a podcast about people living in the in-between. Hosted and produced by Alex Narvaez; award-winning creative director, producer, and journalist. Grayscale LA features intimate conversations with artists, athletes, creatives, and cultural outsiders who are carving their own paths beyond clean labels and mainstream narratives. Drawing from over a decade of experience interviewing some of the most influential voices in music, sports, and culture, Alex brings a thoughtful, grounded approach to storytelling that prioritizes depth over hype. Recorded in Los Angeles, the series explores identity, purpose, creativity, resilience, and ambition through the lens of those who live in the gray area. Immigrants, first-generation voices, cultural hybrids, and leaders navigating multiple worlds at once. These are stories about becoming, not arriving. This series also ties in spirituality and the questions we sit with, the values we carry, and the inner work that quietly shapes how we move through the world. Growth isn’t always loud or linear, and meaning is often found in the spaces between certainty and doubt. Rooted in a cinematic black-and-white aesthetic, Grayscale LA reflects both the visual and philosophical core of the series: life isn’t black or white, success isn’t one-size-fits-all, and the most honest stories are often told from the margins. These are conversations from the gray area, where real life actually happens.

Publisher

Alex Narvaez

Category

arts · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

22 Jan 2026

Latest episode

28 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Victor Lopez on Crooked Stilo’s Legacy, Salvadoran Identity, Hip Hop, Cumbia & Coachella

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 17: VICTOR LOPEZ / CROOKED STILO In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Salvadoran musician, producer, and longtime music industry figure Victor “El Lunátiko” López of Crooked Stilo for a conversation about identity, immigration, music, representation, and the journey of carrying your culture with you. Born in El Salvador and raised between El Salvador and Los Angeles, Victor and his brother Johnny have spent more than three decades building Crooked Stilo into one of the early groups to fuse hip hop with cumbia and Latin music. Their career includes work with Fonovisa and Univision, multiple albums, and a contribution to Daddy Yankee’s Barrio Fino on “Salud y Vida,” with Victor credited as a composer and Crooked Stilo on the track. But the story behind that music is just as important. Victor opens up about growing up in East Los Angeles, being sent back to El Salvador during his childhood to avoid getting into trouble, experiencing the realities of the Salvadoran Civil War, and eventually finding a way to turn the music and culture of his upbringing into his own artistic language. In the conversation, he reflects on how his brother Johnny helped envision the fusion of cumbia and hip hop that became central to Crooked Stilo’s sound. We also talk about the moments that shaped Crooked Stilo’s place in music history, from their major-label years to going independent, working with Salvadoran artists, mentoring younger musicians, and Victor’s continued role in the music industry through production, management, and education. And then there’s Coachella. In 2026, Crooked Stilo joined Los Hermanos Flores onstage for a new version of “Linda Muchachita,” bringing Salvadoran cumbia and Hip Hop together in front of a massive audience. For Victor, the moment became something much bigger than a performance, it was an opportunity to watch a new generation show up and represent. For Alex, this conversation hits close to home. As a fellow Salvadoran who grew up navigating the space between cultures, Victor’s story speaks directly to one of the ideas at the heart of Grayscale LA: what happens when the things that once made you feel caught between worlds become the very things that define your voice. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

2. 

   2 Sept 2026

   Sabi on Walking Away From Fame, Salvadoran Identity, Healing & Finding Her Own Definition of Success

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 16: SABI In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Los Angeles singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and global radio personality Sabi for a conversation about identity, success, growth, and staying true to yourself. Born and raised in Inglewood to a Salvadoran mother and African-American father, Sabi grew up navigating two cultures and learning early on what it meant to exist somewhere in between. Her journey would eventually take her from the group The Bangz into a whirlwind music career that included working with artists like Diplo, Wale, Tyga, joining Britney Spears on the Femme Fatale Tour, and earning a multi-platinum, Billboard Top 10 hit with Cobra Starship’s “You Make Me Feel.” She also performed on major platforms including the MTV VMAs, The Tonight Show, and America’s Got Talent. But the more Sabi experienced the realities of fame and the music industry, the more she began questioning whether the version of success she was chasing was actually meant for her. In this conversation, she opens up about feeling like she was becoming someone she wasn’t, the pressure of being treated like a product, difficult experiences within the music business, and the decision to step away and reconnect with herself. We also talk about her Salvadoran identity, returning to El Salvador as an adult and discovering “pieces of the puzzle” that helped shape her sense of self. Sabi reflects on family, generational trauma, healing, nervous-system regulation, and the tools she’s developed to find her way back to center. Today, Sabi has found a different way to stay connected to music through her work as a global radio personality, where she uses music and storytelling to create spaces centered around calm, connection, and healing. For Alex, this conversation feels especially personal. As a Salvadoran-born creative who grew up in Toronto navigating his own sense of cultural identity, Sabi’s story reflects one of the ideas at the heart of Grayscale LA: that sometimes the most important parts of who we are exist in the spaces between cultures, expectations, and versions of ourselves. This is a conversation about identity, ambition, healing, and redefining what it actually means to make it. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More conversations coming soon.

3. 

   20 Aug 2026

   Steven Levy Cruz on Salvadoran Pride, Community Building, AFJA, and Creating Opportunities

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 15: STEVEN LEVY CRUZ In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Salvadoran-American entrepreneur, nonprofit executive, and community builder Steven Levy Cruz for a conversation about identity, culture, community, and the responsibility that comes with creating opportunities for others. Born and raised in Los Angeles to Salvadoran immigrant parents, Steven grew up navigating the space between his life in LA and his connection to El Salvador. Those experiences eventually led him to found AFJA, a nonprofit that uses soccer as a platform for youth development, education, leadership, and community empowerment. In 2019, Steven was named the MLS WORKS Community MVP, earning a $25,000 grant in recognition of his work. Since then, AFJA has grown into a broader vehicle for cultural connection and representation, helping bring Salvadoran Heritage Nights to major sports franchises including the LA Dodgers, LA Kings, San Jose Sharks and more. Steven is also the founder of Pupusas With A Purpose, a social enterprise that uses Salvadoran food and culture to support youth programs and community initiatives. Together, Alex and Steven explore what it means to grow up with Salvadoran roots, the evolution of Salvadoran visibility and pride, and how something as simple as soccer can become a powerful tool for building community. Steven also shares the story behind AFJA, the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen, and why his work has always been about more than just sports. The conversation also dives into entrepreneurship, social impact, cultural preservation, and the tension between building something sustainable and staying true to the people and communities you set out to serve. Steven reflects on the responsibility that comes with representation and what it means to create opportunities for a generation that may have more access and visibility than the one before it. For Alex, this conversation feels especially personal. As a fellow Salvadoran who grew up in Toronto and came to Los Angeles with a desire to connect more deeply with his culture and community, Steven was actually someone Alex first discovered through the Salvadoran Heritage Nights AFJA helped create. His story represents another side of the Salvadoran-American experience, one rooted in building, connecting, and creating space for others. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More conversations coming soon.

4. 

   6 Aug 2026

   Paulina Lopez on Experiential Marketing, Immigration, Identity & Building Community

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 14: PAULINA LOPEZ In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with marketing executive, experiential leader, and community advocate Paulina Lopez for a conversation about identity, immigration, resilience, and what it truly means to lead with empathy. Born and raised in Mexico City, Paulina immigrated to the United States as a teenager, leaving behind the life she knew to start over in a new country. Since then, she’s built an impressive career leading experiential marketing initiatives and cultural campaigns for some of the world’s most recognizable brands, becoming known for creating experiences that prioritize people, community, and authentic connection. But this conversation goes far beyond marketing. Paulina reflects on growing up between cultures, the reality of rebuilding her life after immigrating, and the lessons she learned working factory jobs and cleaning buildings alongside her mother. She shares how those experiences shaped her perspective on leadership, belonging, and the importance of staying connected to who you are, even while navigating corporate spaces. Together, Alex and Paulina explore Latino identity, colorism, representation, community building, experiential marketing, and why creating meaningful experiences begins with understanding people. They also discuss balancing personal values with professional success, finding confidence as an immigrant, and why adaptability has become one of Paulina’s greatest strengths. For Alex, this conversation resonates on a deeply personal level. As someone whose own family immigrated from El Salvador, many of Paulina’s stories mirror the experiences shared by immigrant families across North America. It’s a reminder that while every journey is different, the resilience, sacrifice, and hope that shape those journeys often connect us in unexpected ways. This is a conversation about identity, belonging, leadership, and discovering that the experiences which once made us feel different often become our greatest strengths. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/)

5. 

   22 Jul 2026

   Lalo Alcaraz on Latino Identity, Immigration & Decades of Fighting for His Community Through Comics

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 13: LALO ALCARAZ In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with award-winning cartoonist, writer, producer, and cultural commentator Lalo Alcaraz for a conversation about identity, representation, and the role art can play in challenging power. Best known as the creator of La Cucaracha, the first nationally syndicated, politically themed Latino daily comic strip in the United States. Lalo has spent more than three decades documenting the Latino experience through satire. A two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, his work has appeared in newspapers across the country, and his career has expanded into television, animation, and film, including serving as a cultural consultant on Pixar’s Coco. For Alex, this conversation felt especially meaningful. Long before meeting Lalo in person, he had followed La Cucaracha online and discovered Latino USA, the illustrated book Lalo co-authored. But hearing him speak for the first time at LA Comic Con revealed something even more impactful: behind the humor was someone who has dedicated his life to telling difficult truths about culture, politics, and the Latino experience in America. Together, Alex and Lalo explore the complexities of Latino identity, the debate around labels like Latino, Hispanic, Chicano, and Latinx, and why representation still lags behind despite decades of progress. They also discuss immigration, political satire, surviving criticism, Hollywood’s responsibility to tell authentic stories, and how Lalo went from publicly criticizing Disney over its attempted Día de los Muertos trademark to later helping shape one of Pixar’s most celebrated films. This is a conversation about humor as resistance, the responsibility that comes with becoming a cultural voice, and why sometimes the most powerful truths can be delivered through a single drawing. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

6. 

   13 Jul 2026

   Jessica Marie Garcia on Carving Her Own Path in Hollywood, Latino Representation & Motherhood

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 11: JESSICA MARIE GARCIA In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with actress Jessica Marie Garcia for a conversation about identity, resilience, representation, and what it really means to build a career by embracing who you are. Best known for her breakout role as Jasmine on Netflix’s On My Block, along with memorable performances on Disney Channel’s Liv and Maddie and Bunk’d, Jessica has built a career bringing humor, heart, and authenticity to every role she takes on. Proudly Mexican and Cuban, her journey through Hollywood has challenged long-standing ideas about who gets to be seen, celebrated, and represented on screen. Together, Alex and Jessica explore the years of rejection and self-doubt that came before success, the pressure of navigating Hollywood as a Latina actress, and the experience of growing up between cultures while searching for a sense of belonging. They also discuss comedy as a way of connecting with people, the unexpected impact of On My Block, confidence, and how becoming a mother has reshaped Jessica’s perspective on success, purpose, and the legacy she’s building beyond the screen. For Alex, this conversation reflects one of the central ideas behind Grayscale LA: that some of the most meaningful stories come from people who refuse to fit neatly into someone else’s expectations. Jessica’s career is a reminder that authenticity isn’t an obstacle to success, it can become the very thing that defines it. This is a conversation about identity, perseverance, self-acceptance, and finding the confidence to take up space exactly as you are. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

7. 

   25 Jun 2026

   Tiffany Briseño On The Realities of Celebrity Styling, While Balancing Motherhood and Identity

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 11: TIFFANY BRISEÑO In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with celebrity stylist, designer, creative director, entrepreneur, and co-owner of Grayscale Studio, Tiffany Briseño, for a conversation that is both deeply personal and long overdue. Known for her work styling artists, actors, and public figures including Shawn Mendes, Kane Brown, and the late Angus Cloud, Tiffany has spent years building a respected career behind the scenes in fashion and entertainment. Her work has appeared across major campaigns, editorial features, red carpets, and international stages, earning her a reputation as a creative who understands how style can become a powerful form of storytelling. But this conversation isn’t just about fashion. Together, Alex and Tiffany reflect on nearly two decades of growing alongside one another through creativity, entrepreneurship, marriage, and now parenthood. They discuss the realities of building careers in creative industries, the challenges of balancing ambition with family, and the lessons that come from creating businesses, projects, and a life together. The conversation explores Tiffany’s journey into celebrity styling, the unseen work that goes into shaping public image, and what she’s learned from working with some of the industry’s biggest names. They also dive into identity, cultural heritage, creative partnership, moving from Toronto to Los Angeles, and the emotional transition into becoming first-time parents. For Alex, this episode holds special significance. While many of the stories behind Grayscale LA, Grayscale Studio, and the move to Los Angeles have been shared throughout the series, Tiffany has been present for nearly all of them. As his wife, creative collaborator, business partner, and the mother of their son, this conversation offers a rare look at the person who has helped shape so much of the journey behind the scenes. This is a conversation about partnership, purpose, identity, and what it means to build a life together while continuing to evolve as individuals. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

8. 

   10 Jun 2026

   Feefa on Salvadoran Pride, Music Industry Pressure, Identity, and Building the Salvadoran Algorithm

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 10: FEEFA In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Los Angeles artist, producer, engineer, entrepreneur, and community advocate Feefa for a conversation about identity, representation, and the responsibility that comes with building something bigger than yourself. Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles to Salvadoran parents, Feefa has spent years carving out his own lane in music while proudly carrying his culture with him every step of the way. From earning radio play on major Los Angeles stations and winning REAL 92.3’s The Come Up competition, to building his own studio, mentoring young people through soccer, and creating opportunities for other artists, his journey reflects a growing generation of Salvadoran-Americans redefining what representation can look like. Together, Alex and Feefa explore what it means to pursue a career in music while refusing to compromise your identity. Feefa shares stories of being encouraged by industry executives to move away from his Salvadoran roots, abandon bilingual music, and follow trends that didn’t reflect who he was. Instead, he chose to bet on himself, embracing both his culture and his unique perspective as an artist. The conversation also dives into the changing perception of Salvadoran identity in the United States, the importance of community building, and the role creators play in opening doors for future generations. Feefa reflects on growing up during a time when Salvadoran culture was rarely visible in mainstream media, and why today’s wave of representation feels bigger than any one artist, comedian, or influencer. For Alex, this conversation feels especially personal. As a fellow Salvadoran who grew up rarely seeing people from his community represented in media and entertainment, Feefa’s story reflects a mission that sits at the heart of Grayscale LA: highlighting people who exist between cultures, challenge expectations, and create opportunities where none previously existed. This is a conversation about pride, purpose, and the power of building a path for others while creating your own. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

9. 

   27 May 2026

   Dazy Lyn on Battling Depression, Ayahuasca, Healing, Being a Woman in Hip Hop & Salvadoran vs. Mexican Food

   GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 9: DAZY LYN In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Los Angeles rapper Dazy Lyn for one of the most raw and emotionally honest conversations in the series so far. Known for her blend of boom bap lyricism, West Coast energy, and deeply personal storytelling, Dazy has been quietly building a name for herself through authenticity rather than trends. As a half Salvadorian, half Mexican artist raised in Los Angeles, her music reflects both the toughness and emotional complexity that come from navigating multiple identities, cultures, and realities at once. But this conversation moves far beyond music. Dazy opens up about battling depression from a young age, witnessing addiction and homelessness within her family, and the emotional weight of carrying generational trauma. She speaks candidly about spirituality, manifestation, sobriety, and the ayahuasca experience that ultimately changed the direction of her life and creative journey. Together, Alex and Dazy explore the deeper side of hip hop, discussing vulnerability, healing, and the pressure women often face in male-dominated creative spaces. They also dive into Latino identity in Los Angeles, self-worth, emotional discipline, and the difficult process of rebuilding yourself while still trying to pursue success. For Alex, this conversation stands out because it reflects a side of Los Angeles and hip hop culture that often goes unseen, the internal battles, the healing, and the humanity behind the image. This is a conversation about transformation, resilience, and learning how to turn pain into purpose. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

10. 

    8 May 2026

    Jose 'Hoozay' Velasquez on Salvadoran Pride in LA, Comedy, Identity, and the Rise of Salvi Culture

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 8: JOSE 'HOOZAY' VELASQUEZ In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with comedian and content creator Hoozay for a conversation about identity, representation, and the rise of Salvadoran culture. Born in the US, but deep rooted in his Salvadoran heritage, Hoozay has become one of the most recognizable Salvadoran voices online. Building a loyal audience through comedy inspired by real life, family, and cultural experience. From creating backyard comedy shows in his mother’s home to releasing his Amazon Prime comedy special The Salvadoran, his journey reflects a new generation of Latino creators reshaping how their communities are seen and represented. Together, Alex and Hoozay explore what it meant growing up Salvadoran during a time when the culture was often overlooked, misunderstood, or associated with negative stereotypes. Hoozay speaks candidly about hiding his identity as a kid, navigating gang stereotypes tied to Salvadorans, and the deeper impact that invisibility can have on confidence and belonging. The conversation also dives into the recent rise of Salvadoran visibility in mainstream culture, from Heritage Nights and social media movements to major moments at Coachella and the Oscars. They discuss how platforms like TikTok and Instagram have allowed a younger generation to reclaim their narrative, creating representation in ways traditional media never did. For Alex, who was born in El Salvador, raised in Toronto and later moved to LA partly to reconnect with his roots, this conversation feels especially personal. It reflects one of the core ideas behind Grayscale LA, that some of the most powerful stories come from people who have spent their lives existing between cultures, identities, and expectations. This is a conversation about pride, visibility, and what happens when a community that once felt invisible finally begins to see itself reflected in culture. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

11. 

    23 Apr 2026

    Los Angeles DJ/Producer Jenna Redkē on Identity, House Music, Female DJs, and Reinventing Her Sound

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 7: JENNA REDKĒ In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Los Angeles–born DJ and producer Jenna Redkē for a conversation about identity, evolution, and carving out your own lane in a competitive industry. With over a decade behind the decks, Jenna has built a respected name in the music scene, performing across major stages, including Coachella, and transitioning from hip-hop and open format DJing into the world of house music and production. But her journey is about more than music, it’s about navigating spaces where you don’t always feel like you fully belong. Raised in Pasadena, Jenna reflects on growing up between cultures as a half Guatemalan, half Russian artist, and how that experience shaped both her identity and her sound. From feeling caught between worlds to embracing the “gray area,” she shares how that perspective became her strength, influencing the way she approaches creativity and connection. The conversation dives into her early days as a DJ, taking risks, building a career from scratch, and evolving her sound over time. Jenna also opens up about making the transition into producing, going back to school to sharpen her craft, and what it means to start over creatively, even after years of success. They also explore the realities of being a woman in a male-dominated industry, from having to prove yourself to navigating image, respect, and boundaries in spaces that can often blur the lines. Jenna speaks candidly about the importance of staying grounded, protecting your identity, and choosing the long road over shortcuts. For Alex, this conversation reflects one of the core ideas behind Grayscale LA, that some of the most compelling stories come from people who exist in between worlds, building something unique in the process. This is a conversation about identity, reinvention, and finding power in the gray area between where you come from and who you’re becoming. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

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    8 Apr 2026

    Comedian Jerry Garcia on Authenticity, Mental Health, Bombing on Stage and Latino Culture in LA

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 6: JERRY GARCIA In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narvaez sits down with comedian Jerry Garcia for a conversation that goes far beyond the stage. With an HBO special, millions of views online, and nearly two decades in comedy, Jerry has built his career on something deceptively simple, telling the truth about his life. His family, his kids, his upbringing, and his culture. But behind the jokes is a much deeper story about persistence, identity, and what it really takes to find your voice. Jerry reflects on starting comedy at 29 while raising a young family, feeling lost, and ultimately choosing to pursue the one thing he always wanted to do. He opens up about bombing on stage, learning to take accountability, and why authenticity isn’t just a creative choice, it’s the foundation of longevity in the industry. The conversation also explores fatherhood, mental health, and the balance between public success and private life. Jerry speaks candidly about the emotional toll of a career filled with rejection, the importance of staying grounded, and how family continues to shape both his perspective and his material. Together, they also dive into the evolution of comedy today, from the rise of crowd work and viral moments to the growing influence of Latino voices in entertainment. Jerry shares his perspective on unity within the Latino comedy scene, and why collaboration, not competition, is key to breaking through. For Alex, this conversation is a reflection of shared experience, growing up in Latino households, navigating culture, and building something meaningful in a city like Los Angeles. This is a conversation about authenticity, resilience, and finding success in the gray area between who you are and who you’re becoming. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

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    23 Mar 2026

    Richard Cabral on Healing Trauma Through Art, Spirituality, and Creating Safe Spaces in Los Angeles

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 5: RICHARD CABRAL In this episode of Grayscale LA, Alex Narvaez sits down with actor, poet, and storyteller Richard Cabral for one of the most honest and thought-provoking conversations in the series. Richard’s journey is widely known, rising from incarceration to becoming an Emmy-nominated actor with roles in major films and television. But this conversation intentionally moves beyond the story that’s already been told. Instead, it focuses on who Richard is today. From the importance of creating safe spaces in communities that have never experienced them, to the role of spirituality, mental health, and isolation in personal growth, Richard shares a deeply personal perspective on what it really takes to evolve. Not just as an artist, but as a human being. The conversation also explores storytelling at the highest level, the responsibility of representing culture authentically, and why many communities have yet to fully tap into their potential. This episode holds added significance, as Richard was one of the first creatives Alex connected with after moving to Los Angeles. That connection has since grown into a genuine friendship and creative partnership, one that begins to take shape here. This is a conversation about truth, growth, identity, and the power of owning your story, without compromise. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

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    11 Mar 2026

    Branding Expert Tahmina Q On Toronto Hustle, The LA Dream, and Building Community Through Events

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 4: TAHMINA Q Los Angeles is a city that attracts dreamers, builders, and outsiders chasing something bigger. For many creatives and entrepreneurs, the journey here is not just about opportunity, it’s about reinvention. In this episode of GRAYSCALE LA, Alex Narváez sits down with Tahmina Q, branding and marketing expert as-well as the founder of The Brand Agents and creator of Espresso Events. A growing networking and creative event series connecting entrepreneurs and artists across Los Angeles. Originally from Toronto, Tahmina shares how her journey from Canada to the United States pushed her to rethink her identity, her ambitions, and the way she approaches building a brand from the ground up. What began as a bold move to a new city quickly turned into a personal experiment in entrepreneurship. Rather than pitching her services in traditional ways, Tahmina built Espresso Events as a living showcase of her branding and marketing expertise, creating experiences that demonstrate the power of community, storytelling, and strategic brand activation. Throughout the conversation, they explore the mindset required to bet on yourself, the cultural hustle that comes from growing up in a city like Toronto, and the emotional realities of leaving home to pursue a bigger vision. Tahmina also reflects on the fears that come with taking risks, and the philosophy that has helped her push through uncertainty while building something meaningful in a competitive city like Los Angeles. For Alex, the conversation hits close to home. As another Toronto creative navigating a new chapter in Los Angeles, he recognizes the shared mindset that drives many outsiders who arrive here determined to carve out their own lane. This is a conversation about ambition, reinvention, and building community in the space between where you come from and where you’re going. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram:⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) /⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) More episodes and special conversations coming soon.

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    25 Feb 2026

    Tony Escoto On The Rise of "Bayuncos", Salvadoran Pride in LA, and Being A Minority in a Minority.

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 3: TONY ESCOTO (@BAYUNCOS) Los Angeles is home to the largest Salvadoran population outside of El Salvador, for host Alex Narvaez, that reality is deeply personal. In this episode of GRAYSCALE LA, Alex sits down with Tony Escoto, the creator behind Bayuncos, one of the most recognizable Salvadoran culture platforms in the United States. What began as a spontaneous joke quickly evolved into a cultural movement, uniting thousands of Salvadorans through humor, language, nostalgia, and unapologetic pride. But this conversation goes far beyond social media success. Together, they explore what it means to be a “minority within a minority”, Salvadoran's in a city and media landscape often dominated by larger Latino identities. Tony reflects on growing up in Los Angeles, navigating inter-Latino tensions, preserving language and slang, and the subtle pressures to assimilate. He shares how he grew "Bayuncos" so quickly, revealing the deep hunger for authentic representation within a community that has long felt overlooked. The episode also examines why Salvadorans have struggled to leave a global cultural footprint compared to other Latin American countries, and how that impacts collective pride and support for Salvadoran creatives. It becomes a larger conversation about identity, visibility, and what it will take for the community to fully step into its power. For Alex, who was born in El Salvador and raised in Toronto, this dialogue represents more than content, it reflects his own journey of reconnecting with his roots after relocating to Los Angeles. This is a conversation about culture, belonging, and reclaiming narrative. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narváez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA)⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez)⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/)⁠ / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) Check out more from Alex Narvaez (https://www.alexnarvaez.com/) New episodes and special conversations coming soon.

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    11 Feb 2026

    Author and artist Pablo Leon on Art, Identity and Latino Stories: From Miles Morales to The Journey

    GRAYSCALE LA EPISODE 2: PABLO LEON In this episode of Grayscale LA, host Alex Narvaez sits down with author and artist Pablo Leon, a Guatemalan-born, Los Angeles–based creative whose work lives at the intersection of comics, animation, and cultural memory. Many audiences know Pablo for his work illustrating Miles Morales, but his career extends far beyond mainstream titles. He is an Eisner Award nominee and an Academy Award–recognized artist, with collaborations spanning Marvel, Disney, Warner Bros. and Nickelodeon. The conversation explores Pablo’s original comic The Journey, which tells the story of an unaccompanied child traveling from Central America to the United States — a narrative that feels increasingly urgent as Los Angeles and communities across the country continue to grapple with the realities of immigration enforcement and the impact of ICE. The episode also examines Pablo’s animated short Remember Us, a deeply personal reflection on the Salvadoran civil war, and the lasting generational impact that conflict has had on Salvadoran communities worldwide. Together, these works serve as powerful examples of how art can preserve memory, confront injustice, and humanize stories often reduced to headlines. ABOUT GRAYSCALE LA Grayscale LA is a cinematic interview series created and hosted by Alex Narvaez, an award-winning producer, creative director, and journalist. The series centers on creatives, and cultural leaders who exist in the in-between, navigating identity, culture, and purpose while carving paths outside traditional mainstream spaces. Presented through a signature black-and-white visual language, Grayscale LA blends intimate conversation with portrait-driven storytelling. The series creates space for nuanced dialogue around identity, resilience, and creative expression, amplifying voices and perspectives that are often overlooked. If this conversation resonated, remember to like, comment, and subscribe to support the series and help expand its reach. Follow Grayscale LA and Alex Narváez for episode clips, updates, and upcoming guests: YouTube: ⁠⁠@Grayscale LA⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@GrayscaleLA) / ⁠⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/@SirAlexNarvaez) Instagram: ⁠@GrayscaleLA⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/grayscalela/) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/siralexnarvaez/) TikTok: ⁠@Grayscale LA⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@grayscalela) / ⁠@SirAlexNarvaez⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@siralexnarvaez)

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    22 Jan 2026

    The story behind Grayscale LA with Alex Narvaez; identity, reinvention, and life in the gray area.

    Grayscale LA Episode 1: Alex Narvaez Before the conversations begin, Alex Narvaez steps in front of the mic. In this inaugural episode of Grayscale LA, Alex introduces the vision behind the series and shares the personal journey that led him here; from his early days in internet radio and broadcast television, to producing and hosting for platforms like CBC, Apple Music, and Complex, to ultimately betting on himself and starting over in Los Angeles. This episode is a reflection on career, culture, risk, spirituality and reinvention, and on what it means to live in the space between black and white. Alex opens up about building One Boro, navigating industry shifts after the pandemic, moving countries, becoming a father, and reconnecting with the core reason he fell in love with storytelling in the first place. Grayscale LA is a series rooted in honest conversations and visual storytelling, centered on outsiders, creatives, and leaders carving their own path. Episode one sets the tone, exploring identity, purpose, and the gray area where real life happens. New episodes coming soon.

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