Sister Sister The Podcast

CEO, Wife, IVF Warrior: Karina Luna's Untold Journey  - Part 1 What happens when your body, your dreams, and your timeline don't agree? In this raw and revealing episode, we sit down with actress and powerhouse Karina Luna to talk about the deeply personal journey of IVF and how she built her empire while fighting to become a mother. Karina opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments, the silent strength it took to show up for her business, and the behind-the-scenes toll it took on her marriage, her body, and her soul. This is more than a story about IVF…it's about resilience, partnership, womanhood, and the kind of faith that refuses to quit. Whether you're navigating your own fertility journey, balancing love and ambition, or just need a reminder of how strong women really are, this episode is for you.   Hit play. You'll laugh, cry, and walk away feeling seen. Part 2 exclusively on patreon  ___________________________________________ Follow Karina Luna on IG @iamkarinaluna Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Girl, Let Me Tell You About JAPAN…You aren't ready for this one! In this episode, I'm spilling all the tea on my unforgettable trip to JAPAN -from riding bullet trains, to getting lost (and found) in the chaos of Shibuya Crossing, to temple hopping, mochi and matcha tasting. This trip was packed with nonstop adventures, flavor, culture, and moments that I'll never forget and I'm recapping it all! But that's not all we're also doing a LIVE Japanese snack taste test right on the show! I brought back a suitcase full of Japanese snacks (and maybe weirdest?) treats from Japan, and we're trying them for the first time, raw and unfiltered. From sweet to savory, you're getting our real reactions and real opinions. So buckle up, snack lovers and travel junkies, Let's go to Japan…_________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

In this special episode, we sit down with Grammy-winning musician Chris Perez and his longtime friend Carlito for an intimate conversation about friendship, their journey in the music industry, and their shared memories of the legendary Selena Quintanilla. From behind-the-scenes stories to personal reflections on love, loss, and legacy, Chris and Carlito sit down and share a moment with the Squad. Whether you're a fan of Selena, passionate about music, or just love a good friendship story, this episode is one you won't want to miss! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters

In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane with our longtime friend, Cece Valencia. A much needed catch up session. From the wildest on-air moments to the behind-the-scenes struggles no one talks about, we're keeping it all the way real and raw with no chaser. We dive into the highs, the lows, and the untold stories of the radio business- plus, how life has evolved for all of us. If you love unfiltered conversations, industry tea, and a good dose of laughter, this one's for you. Make sure you follow our girl Cece on IG: @iamcecevalencia  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Why do you crave chocolate, carbs, or salty snacks out of nowhere? It's NOT just willpower-it's science! In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind your cravings, from hormones and gut health to emotional triggers. If you've ever found yourself knee-deep in snacks wondering why am I like this?this one's for you! Tap in and take control of your cravings like a boss.

Sooo Squad… how are you? Let's catch up! I feel like we do a lot of the talking around here but we want to hear from you. We've been podcasting for 5 years now can you believe it! FIVE YEARS! And in those years we have covered A LOT of ground. We've talked about A LOT of things. We've had a lot of amazing guest and NOT so amazing guest LOL! Yeah, what really happened? So after 5 years (and some of y'all have been here since the beginning) it begs the question. HOW ARE YOU? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Think you know it all? Think again! This episode is packed with mind-blowing fun facts that will have you saying, Wait, what?! From the weird to the wonderful, we're dropping knowledge bombs you'll be dying to share. Tune in, laugh with us, and walk away a little smarter BECAUSE who doesn't love a good ‘did you know' moment? Press play now! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Wisdom hits different when it comes from those who've lived it. In this episode, we take advice from senior citizens who share the advice they'd give to their younger selves - the lessons, the regrets, and the truths they wish they had embraced sooner. Trust us, these are words to live by. Tune in for real talk, life gems, and the kind of wisdom that only time can teach. Don't miss this one! #StraightUpSistersThePodcast _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Ever felt like you don't quite fit in? Good. That means you're built to stand out. In this episode of Straight Up Sisters The Podcast, we're diving deep into the magic of being awkward and how what once felt like a weakness is actually your greatest strength. From owning your authenticity to turning self-doubt into confidence, we're breaking down why the very things that make you different are the key to your success. Press play and get ready to step into your power like never before. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Ever felt like you don't quite fit in? Good. That means you're built to stand out. In this episode of Straight Up Sisters The Podcast, we're diving deep into the magic of being awkward and how what once felt like a weakness is actually your greatest strength. From owning your authenticity to turning self-doubt into confidence, we're breaking down why the very things that make you different are the key to your success. Press play and get ready to step into your power like never before. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Ever slid into our DMs or sent an email hoping we'd spill some real talk on your situation? Well, this is your episode! This week on Straight Up Sisters The Podcast, were diving into the raw, unfiltered questions you sent us, no sugarcoating, just straight-up advice, tough love, and maybe even a little side-eye when necessary. From relationships to leveling up in life, were keeping it 100, just like we always do. Whether you're a longtime listener or brand new to the show, this is the perfect episode to get a taste of what were all about: bold conversations, sisterhood, and the kind of wisdom that'll either wake you up or make you laugh (or both). Hit play, because we just might be talking about your message! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Every ambitious person especially the ones who dream big, hustle hard, and refuse to settle need something stronger than motivation. They need direction. That's s where your North Star comes in. It's not just a metaphor; it's your personal GPS, guiding you towards the life you were meant to live. But here's the real question: Do you even know what yours is? And speaking of changes, talking about something we all care about: looking and feeling amazing for as long as humanly possible. The people who age the slowest, the ones who glow no matter what decade they're re in, don't have magic genes. They have habits and you can adopt them as well. This episode is for the people who want more clarity, more energy, more longevity, and a life that actually feels as good as it looks. If that's you, press play. It's time to level up. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Did you see the article on People were Twitch's widow Alison airs his dirty secrets? OMG we are talking about this on today's show.    Do YOU build up your people or do you break them down?    How do you move? When you're angry or hurt do you flip to protect your self? Are you willing to throw the people you love under the bus if it makes you feel better? HOW DO YOU FEEL BOUT THAT LONG TERM?   Building up your people looks like: Actively supporting, encouraging and praising your folks. Making them feel valued and confident in themselves through your words and actions. It's about fostering positive relationships by highlighting their strength and uplifting support. In life and in death you should remain 10 toes down! Loyalty is the name of the game. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today our boy JP Peña joins us on the podcast to share his story. It's always so refreshing to hear the man's perspective. The vulnerability. The work he has done. The healing process after the chaos. The moment he attempted to take himself out, but God said NOT today! We love JP and his honesty. A true story teller. Make sure you follow him on IG: @thejppena for more inspiration and for any real estate need you may have. It's a breath of fresh air to meet men that are doing the work on themselves. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

We see a lot of conversations on the internet where people talk about the importance of being humble. They say being humble will take you places, BUT, they forget to tell you that being too humble won't take you anywhere.     There is a thin line between being humble and being too humble. The difference is big. One can take you to great heights, meanwhile the other can prevent others from knowing about you. In the current world we live in, we should be the marketers of our own talent. People are often busy with their own lives. They won't be able to see your potential unless you show them what you've got. We're not telling you to be arrogant or be a show-off. There is a thin line between telling “I can do it” and “I am the only person who can do it.” Always go for the first option. Let's get into the conversation and take a look at what happens when you're being too humble. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

This show is to really reflect on the kind of year we had. Both of us! It's been a beautiful year with a lot of good, traveling, learning lessons specifically for RaqC as a new mom and so much other stuff in between. Our gratitude runs deep for our squad who has rocked with us from day one. It's been a journey and we are proud of the work we have done with Straight Up Sisters the podcast. We look forward to continuing to rock and growing with you all on a weekly basis basis! Here we come 2025!!!! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

In this episode, we sit down with Keu Reyes, a father who shares his deeply personal and heartbreaking story of being alienated from his children. His journey is raw, emotional, and full of hard truths that too many fathers face but don't talk about. We hope this episode inspires empathy, awareness, and most of all, action. Whether you're a father going through something similar or just want to better understand what so many dads face, this conversation is for you. Let's break the silence and start supporting the dads who need us most. His journey inspired him to create ReMinding Yourself, a podcast dedicated to helping other dads facing similar struggles. If you or a father you know, is battling for connection or simply want to understand the challenges so many dads face, this conversation is for you. Learn more and subscribe at ReMindingYourself.com _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today our girl Melissa Dumaz stop by the show to talk about her book, The Love Challenge. Are you ready to restore, reignite, and/or replenish the love in your relationship? After we've been in a relationship for a while, the initial passion cools, and we wonder if we should just settle in for a less exciting love life. But what if there was an easy, fun way to heat your relationship back up? The Love Challenge is a daily challenge that will help you increase, enhance, nurture, grow, and improve the love in your life between you and your significant other. All you need is a willing heart, a desire for more fun, and 30 days. This challenge is set-up to be done by you, it does not require that your significant other do it with you, but of course the two of you can do the challenge together. Make sure you follow her on IG: @MelissaDumaz or visit her website www.MelissaDumaz.com _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Accountability is a game changer! It's super humbling yes… BUT it removes the shame from your choices and circumstances. Accountability is the ability to take responsibility for one's actions, decisions, and behaviors, and to accept the consequences But why is accountability so hard? It's largely because we aren't very good at admitting when we've made mistakes. It sucks! In fact, scientifically, our brains will naturally do whatever they can to justify our actions so that we feel better about our decisions. The LACK of accountability is when we fail to accept our own shortcomings and mistakes. Is that YOU? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Yes, almost everyone judges others at some point. Judging is a natural part of human behavior and instinct that's difficult to suppress. Here are some reasons why:    • It's easy: Judging is simple and doesn't require much thought or reasoning.  • It's automatic: Our brains are wired to make automatic judgments about others' behaviors.  • It's evolutionary: Early humans needed to quickly assess threats and opportunities in their environment.  • It's based on scripts: We make judgments based on pre-programmed mindsets or scripts.  What are some things you judge squad? Drop it in the comments. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today our good friend Sarita Paredes joins the conversation with her inspirational story about her life. From the tragic loss of her mom to her relationship with her father, who literally got away with murder. The happiness, the joy, the tragedy, the journey has not been easy, but here she is thriving, forgiving, letting go and moving on. Even when it's bad it's GOOD, make sure you pick up her book. Follow her on Instagram: @makeupartistsarita Or email her: sarmarpar@yahoo.com _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

What is happiness? Everyone has their own definition of happiness. And truthfully happiness looks different for everyone. Happiness looks different for people especially at different ages. We are the ones that decide what happiness is for our own individual self. What makes you happy, may not make me happy and guess what that's OK. Is society so programmed to believe that only certain things will bring you happiness? You choose and you decide what happiness looks like for you. Let's celebrate other people's happiness, it's doesn't have to look like our happiness. We are all on unique paths, rock your happiness and be happy for others as well. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Owning who you are is the idea of accepting yourself completely, including your strengths and weaknesses, and living life without regrets or apology. It can also mean understanding and embracing your core identity. Own your decisions, and own who you are, but without apology. So many times we doubt our decisions. We look at what others are doing and think if we should be changing our style and point of view to fit the larger market. And the answer is not a resounding NO but a be open to the new, take in what resonates but always hold on to your true self. If you are not speaking your truth, whose are you speaking?  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

The delicate balance between privacy and vulnerability is a REAL thing. And with social media it makes it easy for people to put all their business out there. There are definitely 2 types of people, people that honor privacy and people that are a bit more vulnerable. Which one are you? How do you move? What do you find more important l, vulnerability or privacy or do u practice the balance of both to the best of your ability? The more you put out there the more people can have an opinion about you, your life, and your decisions. So be wise with the way you move! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast  For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com  

Blame it on the internet, or blame it on the misogynistic culture we live in, one things for sure… we can't escape the sexualization of just about everything these days it seems. Is it that the access to sex has become easier over the years? Maybe it's the instinctive fear and panic that we feel when we think about our children (or any children) getting hurt by a predator? Or maybe it's our own past traumas and experiences mixed with the saturation of sexual content that makes us just shut down when it comes to actually educating ourselves and our kids about sex? We're not sure what the exact culprit is, but we do know that a good place to start is by opening dialogue about the things that make us uncomfortable or scared. https://itaglobal.com/products/straight-up-sisters-retreat-little-corn-island _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Outside of the obvious benefits of taking a break and relaxing, traveling is actually proven to have actual health (both mental and physical) benefits that make for a better, more well rounded you! From learning about different cultures and customs to gaining confidence for navigating a land sometimes thousands of miles from home, traveling enriches your life tremendously. So the next time you're hesitant about booking that trip sis remember, it's not just for fun… it's medicine! Bon Voyage! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

There is a BIG difference between trauma bonding and bonding over shared trauma, they are not the same. On today's show we get into the difference between the both of these. So many times we refer to things as we think we understand them but it may in fact not be the correct way to refer to it when you don't fully understand the true definition of something. You know we love to break things down and we do in this show. What is a trauma bond? And what is bonding over trauma? Lets dive deep into it.  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

On today's episode we wanted to keep things light and fun. We are aware that we get new listeners of our podcast's evolution on a weekly basis and with that being said we needed to take a moment to allow the new followers and OG followers of our podcast to get to know us a little bit better. Hope you laugh and enjoy these questions we asked one another and hopefully you can ask your loved ones some of these questions to get to know them a lil better as well! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today we sat down with ex cult member Sochil Martin. Her incredible story of survival from the church La Luz del mundo will blow your mind. How it started, how was she so blind sided, how long did this go on for, and so much more is what we discuss in today's show. Her incredible story of survival is one of a kind and one that all women should hear. Sochil Martin is true warrior and we applaud her courage to come forth so candidly to share her experience so that others may learn from it. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Families have been investing into tropical hardwood trees for years, why are Latinos barely being exposed to this? Why is tropical timber a desirable asset? Why is it the perfect investment for people who are not risk takers? Why is timber well-suited for individual investors? Securing our financial future is super important for us and we hope it is for you too. This show is packed with information intentionally so that you can now begin to diversify your portfolio. It's about time we pull up a seat at the table. It's our time to invest.  For more information on how you can invest in tropical hardwood click on this link:  https://itaglobal.com/pages/straight-up-sisters-the-pod-cast _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

The delicate balance between privacy and vulnerability is a REAL thing. And with social media it makes it easy for people to put all their business out there. There are definitely 2 types of people, people that honor privacy and people that are a bit more vulnerable. Which one are you? How do you move? What do you find more important l, vulnerability or privacy or do u practice the balance of both to the best of your ability? The more you put out there the more people can have an opinion about you, your life, and your decisions. So be wise with the way you move! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today we stay on track with the show

This episode was hi-jacked by RaqC's random thoughts and of course we were here for it. We touched on a little bit of everything and dove into the possibility of what if and why not. Shoutout to all the random, out of the box thinkers of the world. It's ok to question things and wonder why or why not, it's doesn't make you weird, it makes you curious! Who can relate to random thoughts and questioning things? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

RaqC reveals her ancestry results she received from 23andMe. The facts that she feels like she was Asian in a past life might make more sense now more than ever. She goes through her results page by page and the commentary and feedback from La Susie is second to none hilarious. Genetics don't lie. Would you or have you taken one of these ancestry tests yourself? Please share in the comments if yes or no and if so what did you discover that shocked you?  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Ok... so what does it REALLLYYYY mean to be/feel sexy, confident and empowered?   Welcome! To another episode of “What our momma's never told us...” LOL - JK Not but really. Is it a number on a scale? A pay raise? A personal accomplishment?   We're going to break this down because Sexy is complex and Sexy is a mixture of things for different  people at different times and it's always changing as we change.    Sexy boils down to a few things for all of us: • Embracing our uniqueness • Owning our sensuality • Self love/acceptance • Confidence   Let's dive deeper…JOIN THE CONVERSATION  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

MAN OH MAN! Let's talk about this thing called Men-O-Pause! Everyone may not relate, but I promise you'll circle back to this conversation at one point before you know it. Sooo first and foremost, Menopause is categorized as the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycle, also known as “Shark week” LOL! It's diagnosed after you've gone 12 consecutive months without a period. Menopause can happen in your 40s or 50s, but the average age is 51 in the United States. Let's break this down…. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Who is MIRTHA MICHELLE?   Mirtha Michelle Castro Mármol is a Dominican-born poet, author, actress and artist. She wrote the bestselling poetry book Letters, to the Men I Have Loved, which spent over two years in the Top 20 Bestselling Love Poems category on Amazon. She has authored Elusive Loves; Amores Esquivos, a bilingual compilation of love poems, and Letters, to Women Like Me, a compilation of essays and poems. Her work also spans outside of literature to television, film and speaking engagements at colleges around the country. Today we dive into a conversation all about her book which are all about LOVE! Who doesn't love LOVE right? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Here's a problem that affects a LOT of people … a lack of energy!   Before the pandemic, the number of people who said they often felt tired was around 43% … and during the pandemic that number shot up to 60%.   I thought it would be helpful to list some things you can do to cut out a few sneaky drains on your energy.   Because the truth is, many everyday habits can actually leave you feeling tired.   Join the conversation and tell us what's draining your energy in the comment section. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today we literally just wanted to shoot the shit with ya'll about life, Robert (Susie's son) getting baptized, who's gotten married and who still ain't married

The world saw the tape of diddy laying hands on Cassie and many were triggered. Why do women stay when this happens? Is this happening more often than not? What do we really think about Diddy? We get into it and try to really understand the WHY oh why so many women like Cassie choose to stay so long. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

How smart are you?  It's a deceptively simple question, because the truth is there are many different forms of intelligence. The two primary types are crystallized intelligence which is your level of knowledge and fluid intelligence, which is your ability to understand concepts and complex reasoning processes.  So what are the signs that you're much mentally sharper than the average person? Join the conversation and rate yourself in the comment section squad.  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Ever feel just fed up? Stuck? Maybe even a little depressed? WELL - join the club lol! WHY? Because we're human and ALL of us are having a human experience. There are TONS of things that can make us feel this way: - A Breakup - Loss of a job or opportunity - A misunderstanding with a friend or family - A disappointing outcome - A series of bad/emotional choices And YES - It sucks. Every single time! Usually when we feel like this our first instinct is to do something drastic in response to feel like we're in "control of the situation”. That is nothing but an emotion fueled response. OPPOSITE of an emotionally intelligent response. Join the conversation as we dive deep into to this conversation. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com  

For many of us it's an instinctive reaction to jump in and rescue our kids whenever we feel they are in danger or hurting. But at what point does that help become a hinderance? Today we'll dive in a little deeper and face some uncomfortable truths about the way we are either helping our children's growth or stunting it. Hang on tight squad… this conversation gets spicy! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

This week RaqC had a few things to get off her chest. We discuss everything from cloud seedings to TikTokers sudden passing to colorism towards her daughter and soooo much more! This convo gets good Squad! Let us know your thoughts, opinions and experiences on these topics below. We love to hear from you! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Complaining is a natural part of human communication. It is often a response to problems or a way to communicate dissatisfaction. Sometimes, however, people might find themselves wondering if they complain too much. In such cases, knowing how to stop complaining can help you manage your stress in more adaptive ways. Why Do People Complain?  It can be helpful to better understand what causes this type of communication. People complain for a wide variety of reasons. Listen up as we dive deep into why people complain and how to stop this complaining habit from happening anymore.  _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today on the podcast we are joined by Yvonne "Spoiled Latina" Guidry who is a trailblazing entrepreneur, creative visionary, and empowerment advocate, renowned for her out-of-the-box thinking and brand partnership expertise. As the founder of "Spoiled Latina," she has redefined brand affinity, collaborating with top-tier brands while fostering an authentic and dedicated community. Yvonne's crowning achievement, the "Spoiled Latina Summit," empowers over 400 women in Houston annually, offering mentorship, entrepreneurship, and multicultural insights. Featured in Forbes, PopSugar, and People, Yvonne's influence extends far, making her an influencer to influencers. She recently founded her 501(c)(3) foundation, Jefita Atrevida, dedicated to empowering and providing resources for bold entrepreneurial women daring to achieve. This episode is intended to inspire you and motivate you if you are on the path of creating your own powerful brand. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today, we sat down with Gigi, a financial educator and bestselling author of Cultura & Cash! She's on a mission to empower first-generation students and young professionals of color entering the workplace to confidently manage their money, pay off debt, build generational wealth, and gain financial freedom. The first-generation and BIPOC experience often comes without a roadmap aka guidance, insight, and knowledge enjoyed by many of our peers around navigating higher education and professional spaces.  As a first-gen Latina, she's experienced the discomfort and overwhelm that comes from attempting to manage, invest, and grow her income as the first in the family to enter these spaces. She's experienced reaching the level of success her family dreamed of, and has the desire to give back and uplift the same people who sacrificed so much to help get her here. IG: @gigithefirstgenmentor _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast  For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com            

On today's episode we simply have FUNNNNNN with a round of “what would you rather” get ready to laugh your ass with our responses. These questions really do make you think hard. Feel free to ask your closest people these questions as well, they make great conversation starters. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

This conversation is on point about some of the things we wish our mommy's and abuelitas would have shared with us so we wouldn't have been in the dark about these topics of conversation. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters   Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

For most of us, our immediate reply is “no.” Yes, we even think “no” because our brains are so good at coming up with reasons for why we can't do things. I can't take time off work. I have to do a mountain of laundry. I don't feel good in any of my going-out outfits. This is just another example of how we put our lives on hold for One Day When… we're thinner, richer, smarter, or whatever criticism we're feeling particularly strongly that day. What does it mean to say “yes” to life — to surrender to what is! Can you, truly, say “yes” to life? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

On today's episode we have a fabulous conversation with Janney Marin, aka "Chiquis".....we explore who Janney is, not Chiquis, although sometimes they may be one in the same to a certain extent. It's a conversation where nothing was off limits, we explore her heart, her relationship with her mom, siblings, her career, love, and everything in between. Pull up a seat to the conversation and ENJOY!   _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com