I Feel Weird - Host Ed Rodriguez

Dr. Luz Maria Villanueva PhD, is an intimacy coach with decades of experience in mental health. She is a life,sex, and intimacy coach psychologist out of San Diego, CA. She helps people all over the nation get connected with their mates but more importantly learn how to connect with themselves to allow intimacy.    We review a few things about Mexican-American culture and the stigmas that surround mental health and intimacy. She also shows me how big the cl*tor*s is.... its quite big... but you all knew that right? The conversation is great for people to understand sex and accept it in a healthy way.  Feel free to reach out to Dr. Luz and tell her this weird guy sent you!   Instagram: @discoverpassionwithdrluz Website: www.discoverpassionwithdrluz.com

Verenice Valdez came on the podcast to check it off of her bucket list and try something new. She shares her story of recovery and the adventures it has taken her down in her life. Now she enjoys sober adventures as an aunt and experienced dog sitter. Also breaks a sweat as a beach body class teacher. In this episode we learn how she in transition into a new life with growth by trying new things and being more vulnerable in sharing her journey. If you enjoy this episode, get ready for her podcast to drop soon!

Melissa Valencia returns to the podcast with more good stories and wisdom. As a licensed therapist Melissa works directly with at risk youth. She see kids that are struggling on a daily basis and provides them resources and help. Her work with children is very difficult and she shows us how she has difficult conversations with parents that they do not want to have. We dig deep into parenting and our upbringing as latinos.  The most important part comes at the end where we reminisce on booty popping music! 

As many of you know, I do a yearly fundraiser to help families in need in San Diego. It is now the 6th year of this fundraiser and we have been able to help over 30 hungry families. I usually stick to National City, CA because I grew up there and see a big need for help. This year we no different. As always many people stepped up to help with their generosity. I was able to interview two of the families that you all helped. I hope we can continue to keep this tradition alive and help more and more families throughout the years.   Listen to our conversations and remember how lucky we are to have food in our fridge. One day you may be in a position to help those in need and I hope you do!

Brenda (Stacy) Fajardo was a very brave for coming on the show in the state she was in. We had the unique opportunity of helping Brenda through a break-up live on the air. I commend Brenda for her bravery and for being willing to discuss these topics on air. She has a great attitude and continues to grow and learn. Brenda brings a bit of Mexican history into the show as well and schools us on the death of Colosio also known as Luis Donaldo Colosio Murrieta who was assassinated in 1994 on the streets on Tijuana, MX while on the campaign trail.    The best part of this episode is Brenda Stacy brings amazing energy, hilarity, and vulnerability to the show that I am sure you will all enjoy!    Instagram: @brendaaaracely

Moises Amaro joined us on the podcast to provide us some great stories about his life. He also goes into the Cholo Goth scene and helps us learn what it is all about. Moises is a big fan of Prayers out of San Diego, CA. Although the scene is out of San Diego, Moises says the scene seems to be a lot stronger in Los Angeles, CA. On top of that we discussed Moises' run ins with the law and adventures in Tijuana.    Follow Moises if you want to know about cholo goth! Instagram: @elchamoy1904

Kristie Perez (DSW,LCSW) & Angel Perez (MSW) are the power couple of mental health that this podcast has been waiting for. They are both social workers in San Diego, CA that are consistently working with people in dire need of help. This is why they find ways to not get caught up in work and enjoy their lives. You would think that they would be very jaded and negative because the usually see and hear about the worst or the worst. Especially, when they work with children that are suffering. That's clearly not the case for Kristie & Angel. We also take some time to learn about their relationship and how their different cultures have played a part and continue to be a pumpkin spice filled journey.    No mayo please. Thanks!

Mario Miranda is a superstar futbol coach or as you Americans call it SOCCER. Mario has an immense passion for futbol that is unmatched. I wish I had the passion that he has to help his team become better. Although we discuss the doubts that has he continues to learn and hone in on his craft. Mario is a great example of what dedication and conviction can do for your passion.    We also have a ton of fun on this episode as we preemptively celebrate his birthday, I do different voices, and he gets a cramp live on the air!

Mara Gabiño has dedicated her career to helping others have security in their finances and the finances of their loved ones in the case of unfortunate events. Mara sits down with me to talk about how she deals with negative comments or bad vibes from people. We talk about how traveling has helped his literally and figuratively see a new world. She enjoys her freedom and loves to see new places. Ultimately, Mara brings great energy to the show and vulnerability as well. She is not afraid to be herself and will not tolerate those who don't value her, as we all should!

Unfortunately this episode came about because of the passing of Marciano Cantero, lead singer of Los Enanitos Verdes. Enanitos are a band out of Argentina who have transcended Rock en Español. Personally they have had a huge impact in my life and I have enjoyed watching them perform live every single time. Join me and DJ Red as we enjoy the music with you along with some other tangents we go on. If you have never heard their music, this is a great opportunity to get introduced.    Descanse En Paz - Marciano Cantero 

Viridiana and Jennie are two of my great friends who love making fun of me. These are the facts! However, it does make for a very entertaining episode. This episode is about 75% laughs and cackling then 25% digging into talking about who we are and how we believe people perceive us. Jennie & Viri are two amazing people with huge hearts under all their roasting, who have always accepted me for my weird self. I appreciate their support both on the podcast and in life. Support them and enjoy this fun episode.  Stand and Deliver video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEj9ZwIzk44&t=117s Wife Swap Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T_obaO46Bo  

Marty Barker is just genuinely a nice guy and he brings that energy to the show. While also being a superstar in marketing and managing of music venues for Live Nation, he also works in real estate to help people find homes in San Diego. On top of all these things Marty is a philanthropist. As a cancer survivor, Marty has dedicated time to help a camp that provides children with cancer a place where they feel accepted and belonging.    Below is the link to his fundraiser if you'd like to contribute: https://support.okizu.org/fundraiser/3806567   Also you can reach out to him directly if you'd like to get involved.  Instagram: @martybarker21    

Jose Tejada is a mortgage lender based in Los Angeles county but helps people across state lines. We sit down and talk about misconceptions people have about the housing market and getting into a new home. Jose is actively working with people to get them what they are looking for but we didn't make the episode a big commercial. As usual, we dug into his background and how has coped with being in a business dominated by other races.   If you need help with a loan find Jose here: Jose.tejada@rate.com 

Valentina Sanchez brings loads of energy to the show and opens up about her journey growing and learning through relationships and friendships. We enjoy some great stories from her winning prom queen to a bad spill that she took on her skateboard. Valentina goes into her transition to college at UC Davis from a small city in San Diego,CA. She brings good energy and joy to everything she does and it is greatly appreciated by all. In the end, this episode really brought together a lot of subjects of self growth and self awareness. 

Michelle Reynoso Esq. is a criminal defense attorney in San Diego that joins the show for a second time. This time around she addresses the Roe V Wade issue to give us a more in depth look of what it really means and why it's important. I always appreciate her expertise and insight so we cover more social issues like law enforcement. Like always we dig into our upbringing and how we see the progress our parents have made in regards to mental health. We hope you never need Michelle but if you do, she is a great resource. Find her below. Instagram: @reynosolaw Website: https://reynoso-law.com/

Rudy Vargas is a community activist in City Heights. Rudy was born in City Heights and has a lot of pride in his city. We have a discussion on how the community has helped build him to the man he is today. Rudy also discusses his journey at SDSU. He consistently brings great energy and a positive attitude to everything he does, so it was great to explore his outlook a bit closer.    Our conversation was very laid back and easy to listen to. Our goal was to make it an episode even he would listen to. Join the conversation!

Valerie Mar is an entrepreneur, marketer, and empath who brings it all together to find peace. Valerie tells us about 2 journeys; first we hear about her career and how she is working with an amazing team at Top Chico, then we have an in depth conversation about her journey to Peru and experiencing Ayahuasca. She helps us remove a lot of the misconceptions and stigmas people have about psychedelics. There's also a giveaway on this episode... listen closely!!     

Anna "Kardarshian" joins us on this unique podcast that has it all. She spills the tea, she talks about sex toy parties, the police, cholas, and grinding at your job. Not to mention she also sings for you. I really don't know how to describe this episode any further but Anna is a real one and I enjoyed recording this episode so much that I hope you all enjoy it as well.  Shout out to those that got shouted out and sorry to those that got called it... it wasn't my idea!!

Eddie Michel returns to the podcast, back by popular demand!! Eddie is a fashionista but refuses to accept his influencer status. However, everyone who knows him loves him. We dig into hilarious stories that Eddie always has ready to go, definitely can't miss those. The most important part is that Eddie is breaking stigmas in the gay community. He is candidly honest about his struggles and how he pushes himself to grow all the time. This honesty and bravery has helped many others be more open about who they are and they have Eddie to thank for the inspiration.  There's a reason Eddie is a fan favorite and if you haven't heard his first episode tune into episode 18 and go from there.    Follow Eddie on Instagram @edimich

Melissa Valencia is a License Marriage and Family Therapists who is now bringing help and breaking stigmas in her own community. Not only that but she is the first guest to bring CONCHAS to the show, which is greatly appreciated. Melissa has great insight into the journey and difficulties that latinos struggle within our community. We enjoy some good stories going down memory lane with the lady who used to call me Guapo. Another person from National City, doing amazing things!   Also for those in greek life we dig in a bit into our experiences in greek life!

Hector Meza has an impressive background and the humility to go with it. His main passion is as a school counselor and community leader. We discuss the importance of speaking to children and providing them proper information to help them make healthy mental choices. We both come from the same neighborhood and we know the struggles the youth faces. Luckily, Hector has made himself a valuable resource for children. We dig deep into human behavior and hilarious misconceptions about our upbringing. You can also find Hector on Channel 12 as a TV moderator on the show Mas Que Palabras.   Follow Hector Meza on Instagram : @hecs08

DJ Red is an amazing DJ out of San Diego among the things. We dig into movies, music, and our experiences partying as younger lads. This episode was a lot of fun and we dropped some music for you as well. Red has no shortage of stories and great insight into music. He has been a member of a few bands and has an ear for music that can't be taught. There is no shortage of nostalgia and simply good vibes on this episode.    Check out DJ Red on Instagram and hit him up for your next event! @djred619

Vincent Aguilar is back on Weirdos Only and he brought a special guest to bring some more expert knowledge. Sarai Rodriguez comes on as a special guest with Vincent to bring a female perspective from a clinical stand point. Together they have experienced many patients and have seen the hurdles and roadblocks that people deal with in their journey to find a sustainable relationship. The ongoing topic that continues to come up is how can we find something that is sustainable. Because we can all find someone to date but are you showing up authentically and if not... can you sustain not being you?   This episode is very educational and hopefully may drive you to seek a therapist. Reach out if you have questions.    Instagram @weirdosonlypodcast

Roberto Vargas is coming in at 5'6' and 160 lbs using comedy to avoid talking about his issues. We cover a few topics but mostly just have fun on this episode and joke around regarding topics like work, social media, and sports. He hates sports but plays soccer all the time.... yea I don't get it either. Roberto is from National City, CA and has been able to create a life for himself that is well balanced. Roberto provides a great example of how to deal with stress and have a positive outlook on life. 

Alberto Flores returns to the podcast and oddly enough we didn't even mention his mustache. We dig into some topics like communication. Effort in relationships and how traveling builds character as well as gives you perspective. 

Ray Gonzales is an engineer who has been through quite a journey to where he is today. He goes into the sacrifices he has made in his career and how life has made decisions for him. Despite a change of plans Ray is grateful that he has alway been prepared for change. Also Ray is a little rough around the edges and he knows that. He is a bit upset that people might find out he's more than just an internet troll and actually a cool guy!

Misael Galvan is a good friend of mine and started the trend to be the first person to be on the show twice. We had a lot of fun talking about old school ways of communicating and how a lot of people are self-diagnosing these days but don't really have proper information or resources they are using to reach these conclusions. We definitely use a lot of sarcasm in this episode so don't take it too seriously. 

Dr. Erin brings is a counselor and a life coach that does a lot of work around boundaries. Growing up as a people pleaser she had to make the shift to put her self first and not feel guilty about setting boundaries with people. As simple as it sounds, for a people pleaser it can be debilitating to set boundaries. Dr. Erin can help you be more aware and set boundaries in your life, reach out to her. https://www.instagram.com/everydayboundaries/  

Norma Durazo grew up in a border town and has always has a life crossing the Mexico border. Her life has always been a mixture of Tijuana and San Diego, which she embraces. We talk about her transition living in Tijuana as an adult which was difficult for her. We also dig into her journey to therapy and like usual I get yelled at for interrupting...it happens. 

Paul Rodriguez is an SDSU Alumna who I have known since 7th grade. Apparently, in middle school I wasn't the nicest person to him and he lets me know. This is a great example of how we grow and mature. Mistakes were made but know we are adults who can sit and talk about our lives. Paul talks about his new experience as a father and how it has changed his life. 

Carmyn Xoluv is an artist and a spiritual person that has a great understanding of different practices used to provide guidance and help people cope with life. Carmyn dives into numerology and blows my mind by bringing up a number that continuously comes up for me. HOW? WHY? Then she continues to give me a quick tarot card reading, which turns out to be incredibly interesting and telling of my life. Stay tuned for Part 2 with a full reading and something a little bit CREEPY as well!  Follow Carmyn for a reading!! https://www.instagram.com/carmyncita/

Lizette Uribe Trujillo is a nurse, a mother, a wife, and a great friend who came on the podcast to provide us amazing insight. We initiate the conversation with our experiences having to mature early on in life. Although it has helped us survive it is difficult to go through tough times. Those tough times have made her strong enough to be resilient but still vulnerable. We talk about her experience with COVID in the hospital and we finish with her outlook on her marriage. After 19 years of being with her husband she explains the evolution they have gone through and how they continue to grow together. 

Christian Chiquete is the founder of Lift Liger among other things that he does in his life. He is a young hustler who is trying to find a way to make it. His dream is to be successful and take care of his family. We dig into his immense passion for futbol and how it is such a big part of his life. Also we discuss his consistency in the gym and how working out changed his life and inspired him to start his clothing brand Lift Liger. Check out his apparel on Instagram @liftliger https://www.instagram.com/liftliger/    

Mara Gabiño is an insurance broker who came into the industry by coincidence. We discuss how her initial path was one in psychology and it has helped her along the way. Mara went through a difficult pain early on in her childhood that provided her great perspective to move through life. She has a great outlook on life and has been able to travel the world to learn more about the similarities we all have. That being said she can be a great trusted source for life insurance or health insurance for you and your family. 

Jessika Castro is a mother of two who has dedicated her life to making a difference for her children. She talks about the sacrifices and growth she has gone through to give her children a better life than she had. Like everyone else the pandemic definitely affected her but she has found ways to keep moving forward. Lastly, we talk about her upbringing and how expressing yourself and having feelings was "weird" in her family, but now she is working on breaking that pattern for her children. 

Anthony Banderas is the CEO and founder of Echale Ganas Apparel. Echale Ganas is a brand that is based on motivation and growth. His brand encourages people to keep moving forward through adversity. This is a brand that focuses on the latino culture but is not exclusive to it either. We explore following your dreams and working hard to live a fulfilling life. He speaks to his experiences as a father and a husband. Also the story of how his brand became to be. His clothing line is meant to reach everyone who has a dream.   Check it out and give him some support. https://www.instagram.com/echale_ganas/

Richard Villa is a professional comedian who has toured all over the world and has found that embracing his culture has brought him a confidence and peace that we all look for. We recall hilarious stories and characters we work with once upon a time when I did stand-up comedy as well. Comedy has always had an amazing community but we discuss how that community has a lot of people who are hurt and need that community for support as well. Take a listen to hear me get roasted and laugh along with us as we ease you into the world of comedy and mental health together. You can find Richard Villa on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/richardcomedy/ Check out his podcast "American Illegals" on Spotify and iTunes! Donate to Feed Families: https://gofund.me/dc5d625d

Suzy Viduarry is a mother of two who has worked hard to get a degree and become and engineer to take care of his kids (kids make a cameo). She also talks to be about Mayan astrology and illustrates her experience in Calakmul Mexico ... where she feared the monkeys in the jungle! She also has her very own podcast with Westcoast Radio in San Diego.   DONATE: https://gofund.me/dc5d625d

Georgina Garay=Lozano is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings a view many of you are familiar with as first generation latinos. She consistently works with patients who deal with the challenges of growing up in a family that had roots in another country. Mental health has always been an important issue for her and it something she became aware of since childhood. We discuss a lot about culture and definitely use some of our well beloved Spanglish language.    DONATE: https://gofund.me/dc5d625d

Luis Eduardo Baltazar o "Guicho" es un psicologo como mucha experience en la psicología de parejas. Este episodio es completamente en español y fue grabado en Tlaquepaque. Seria una buena oportunidad de compartir este episodio con tus papas también. Let's bridge the gap and share this episode with your parents to give them a first hand look at a psychologist from Mexico! 

Zach Barber is an awesome dude with an incredible story of resilience. He suffers from an Eosinophilic disorder that he has lived with since he was 12 years old. He goes into depth into what this entails and how he has gone through many obstacles like fighting ISIS to live with this disorder.... quite an entertaining story. Check out his podcast "Rice Cakes and Pears" on all major platforms. 

Danny Lima is a powerlifter who is not afraid to explore his emotions and has taken the steps to improve his outlook on life and acquire the tools to improve his mental health. We go into his experience in digital marketing and how it has evolved. Also we touch on machismo and the difficulty of connecting with other males due to social norms and avoidance. 

Frank Banos is a certified hypnotherapist among other great things. He shares with us his insight on mindset and the power that the brain has to steer you in the directions you want to go or vice versa. It is amazing what your brain and subconscious actions say about you and Frank can tell you what they are saying. He goes into detail on the limitations and biases we put on ourselves and how he himself was able to reprogram his brain to be a better person. We also touch on inner child work, which can really help you find the root of issues. You can find him on instagram @frankiebflc if you are interested in a session or visit his website at https://www.findinglifescompass.com/    Listen for an opportunity to win a free session!

Joe Castro is an amazing Barber who has been cutting for over 9 years and has loyal customers who continue to come to him after all these years. It's hard to trust a man especially with your hair, we know. We share a lot of laughs and talk about our lives growing up and National City legends like the ostrich. Joe is used to being a weirdo and he embraces it, his dad embraced it as well and provide a good model for Joe to be himself. 

Melanie is a local artist out of San Diego that has shown amazing talent at a young age. She finds comfort in creating art and expressing herself creatively. As our first Gen-Z guest, she tells us how social media and cancel culture has been a part of her life. She is ready for what the world brings her next and shows us how the next generation is hopeful and more open to a healthier discourse on mental health. Check her music out of Spotify "Couchbaby"

Laura Solis is an educator that works with 'at-risk' youth but we just like to call them kids from a not so privileged neighborhood. She tells us her experience working at the convention center with immigrant children and we talk about some of the nuances of dating in this new world of social media and apps. 

Jessica Curtis is a licensed message therapist who focuses on providing her clients a better performing body. She does not focus on relaxation in but more on strengthening and performance. Her deep tissue work is unmatched but she definitely finds the root of your issues to help her clients feel better. We also go into her journey as a business owner and he battles with inappropriate advances from people on social media.    Instagram @jcurt_bodywork https://www.jcurtbodywork.com/ Donate: https://gofund.me/dc5d625d  

Michelle shows us when keeping it weird goes right, talks about being an Aztec dancer, not wanting to have children, and being an attorney. She is definitely setting a great example for Latinas in a male dominated field and she's out there representing National City! She is not afraid to be herself and embraces being weird. Not to mention she is an amazing criminal defense attorney follow her on instagram @reynosolaw 

Tony Uribe is difficult to describe yet quite simple to understand because he always brings forth his authentic self. He is always driven to go after new things and get involved with amazing projects. We dig into work ethics and having pride in your work as well as how you show up for other people in friendships and relationships. Lastly we discuss his experience in marketing and wine tours. Follow Tony on his social media to learn more about Baja Wine Tours! Pick an instagram you want to follow: @tonyu @bajawinetour @pochosocialite

Irving Pacheco is in the military active duty and has experience a lot of loss in his life. He touches back on his experience in college and how he has grown as a father now. His bad decisions have taught him a lot of lessons as a grown man now in his 40s. He wants to be an example and help the younger generation have a better future. We talk about his journey into religion and his machismo. 

David is a construction engineer who has always consistently worked hard to get where he is in his career. His work ethic was one he learned quite early due to the guidance of his parents. They taught him to apply himself to be successful. The man who never sleeps and has a 6 pack somehow. He's not afraid to continue to grow and learn more about himself.