Real Talk with Miguel Rivera

In episode 17, I have a conversation with Adrian Rios, a SAUSD school counselor, a doctoral candidate at Concordia University Irvine, a researcher, and a community advocate. Adrian has been in education for 30 years and has served his Santa Ana community and worked in various roles in education including teacher, administrator, and school counselor. Adrian is committed to inspiring others through his work and continues to encourage others to take advantage of everything that education has to offer. To connect with Adrian, you can email him at rios_adrian@sac.edu or adrian.rios@eagles.cui.edu, and follow him on Instagram at @adrianrenerios. Enjoy the show!

In episode 16, I have a conversation with Victor Ramos, a private Chef that provides delicious Caribbean food throughout the city of Los Angeles. We talk family, food, sports, hilarious memories of our past, and more! Victor is a private chef and caterer of special events including weddings, private events, parties, and meal prep requests. If you are in need of a private chef or caterer, reach out to Victor at www.ChefVicEats.com or chefvicramos@gmail.com. You can also find Chef Vic here: Instagram: @chefboyaret   Twitter: @chefboyaret Enjoy the show!

In episode 15, I talk with Jacqueline Sandoval, an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who recently finished her last semester of classes as a Doctoral student of Clinical Forensic Psychologist. She has been practicing as a therapist for nearly 5 years! We talk Latinx culture, Jacqueline's educational journey and dissertation defense, family support and appreciation, and more! If you or someone you know, is in need of professional therapeutic services, reach out to Jacqueline for helpful resources. You can find Jacqueline here: Instagram Email: jackie.sandoval@live.com Enjoy the show!

In episode 14, I talk with Anthony "A-Smooth" Osuna, a local entertainer and dedicated volunteer of the city of Norwalk, aspiring rapper and dancer, and a humanitarian who enjoys positively influencing others. A-Smooth speaks on his passion for entertaining and volunteering in his community, in addition to his homelessness experience. Tune in to learn more about Anthony's journey, the lessons he's learned, and how he is making an impact. You can find A-Smooth here: Instagram Facebook officialasmoothosuna@gmail.com Enjoy the show!

In episode 13, I have a conversation with Crystal Cano, a Norwalk native, former high school and college softball superstar, and now a licensed financial agent with a passion to make a positive difference. On a weekly basis, Crystal leans into her passion of helping families get on track financially through webinars, workshops, and so much more! Tune in to learn more about Crystal's journey, the lessons she's learned, and how she is making an impact. You can find Crystal here: Instagram Website crystal.cano13@gmail.com Enjoy the show!    

In episode 12, I have a conversation with Anthony Perez, a.k.a. DJ AP, a Cancer Warrior, Audio Engineer and Producer, and overall inspiring human being. Anthony is a resilient person who joins our podcast community to tell his story for the very first time! Tune in to episode 12, to hear all about Anthony's journey with Metastasis Papillary Carcinoma, what inspires and motivates him to prove people wrong, and to learn all about his current passion projects. You can find Anthony here: Instagram: MisterApizzle  Twitch: DJ AP, Anthony Perez Enjoy the show!

In this episode, I have a conversation with Matthew Magaña on a number of topics including Dodger baseball, professional wrestling and rock music! In addition, we talk personal hardships and memories of the past. Tune in to join the conversation! You can find Matthew on Instagram here: @matty_iceeee91 Enjoy the show!

In episode 10, I have a conversation with Jessica Brito, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that provides services for individuals in the Latinx/Hispanic community. Jessica is the owner of Take Control Therapy, where she helps her clients find balance between two worlds, manage and regulate their emotions, heal from trauma and pain, and find their purpose. If you or someone you know, is in need of professional therapeutic services, reach out to Jessica at TakeControlTherapy.com. You can find Jessica here: Instagram: Take Control Therapy and Read Amigas  Facebook: Take Control Therapeutic Services YouTube: Take Control Therapeutic Services Website: Take Control Therapy Enjoy the show!

In episode 9, I talk with Kris Ayoso, owner of Kris Heals Wellness and a mother of 2 that has been married to her best friend for 6 1/2 years. Kris is a Los Angeles native that moved to Utah 3 years ago and is creating a community for women of color entrepreneurs. Kris loves to create, cook, be in nature & spend time with her family. Tune in to hear all about Kris's journey!

In this episode, I have a conversation with Adrian Diaz, a U.S. Marine for the last 9 years, a new father to Kali Rose Diaz and husband to Kristine Diaz, and an up and coming barber who will soon be opening up his very own barbershop! Tune in to hear all about Adrian's journey!

In this episode, I talk with Jennifer Covarrubias about her journey of self-love and self-awareness, the normalization of tapping into your gifts, and her work in decreasing the stigma associated with mental health through community and mental health advocacy.  Please enjoy!

In this episode, I talk with my nephew Devin Mata about his adolescent journey, his experience with virtual learning as a junior in high school, and how he was able to lose over 50lbs during a global pandemic! We dive into the power of leaning into discomfort, and why taking action, regardless of what people around us say, is important in pursuing our goals. Please enjoy!

In episode 5, I talk with Ivan Rivera, District Manager of Verizon, strategic investor, and my younger brother! Yes, you read that correctly. Tune in and listen to my not so little brother and I talk about some very important topics including investing in the stock market, what it takes to get promotion after promotion in the corporate world, and so much more! Ivan will definitely be back on  in the future, but in the meantime, enjoy!

In episode 4, I talk with Anthony Barragan (a.k.a. Behr), "the fantasy goat, the fantasy messiah, the legend himself, the one the only Behr!" We talk fantasy football, social changes and challenges pertaining to COVID-19, and Behrs personal training with machetes. Yes, you read that correctly. Tune in!

In episode 3, I talk with Pratibha Dey, a visionary, author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, teacher, and the founder of Chai Together LLC. We talk about vulnerability, personal development, the importance of auditing our social circles, and the  awareness and impact Pratibha is creating through Chai Together.

In Episode 2, I talk with Private Garcia-Lopez of the U.S. Army and we talk about his experience in the military, what inspired him to pursue Mechanical Engineering, and how his high school and family support has shaped him into the person he is today.