Episode 06: From Barrio Logan to Brotherhood: Forgiveness, Faith & Community with Albert Alatorre

In this powerful episode of The Middle Man Show, Alex sits down with long-time friend and community leader Albert Alatorre, co-founder of The Shop Café in Barrio Logan, San Diego. What started as a coffee conversation turns into an honest discussion about faith, forgiveness, and rebuilding community. Albert shares his story of transformation — from carrying years of resentment to finding freedom in God’s grace — and how his family is giving back through The Shop Café, local art showcases, and Platform Warriors, a nonprofit honoring living veterans with ceremonies at Mt. Soledad.

*This episode dives deep into:

Why forgiveness is the key to freedom.

How The Shop Café became a hub for culture, creativity, and veterans.

The importance of unity over division in our neighborhoods.

How faith is about relationship, not religion.*

Whether you’ve struggled with the weight of the past, or you’re looking for hope and inspiration in your own community, this episode will move you. Grab a cup of coffee, lean in, and join the conversation.