Best Recap Support Driven Podcasts (2024)

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008 - You Only Live Twice...con Mangoes y Papayas! 22:27

6M ago22:27

22:27

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. This season of the Aguacate Chronicles proved that the “Avocado Moment”, “El Momento del Aguacate” is here to stay. Renata and I are grateful for you taking time out to learn about food and culture. The menu was fully loaded with delic…

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007 - Rice and Beans Royale 30:56

6M ago30:56

30:56

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Last episode, baked mac and cheese, sopa, black beans and rice, lemon, spices, pernil, mojo cooked up rice, mangu y arroz con leche. It’s been a flavorful experience and we got two more episodes to go. Up next on the menu we got arroz …

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006 - May the Mac and Cheese Be with You feat. Mighty Mangu and Friends 35:21

6M ago35:21

35:21

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Last episode, ceviche, mango salad, pineapple, fish and cornbread provided a fresh and wholesome take to comfort food you can enjoy any time of the day. Aguacate, platanos, arroz, tostones, frijoles negros keep making their point to be…

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005 - The Ceviche Awakens! feat. Mango, Piña, Cornbread y más! 32:59

6M ago32:59

32:59

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. We took a little break to get that exclusive content at NYCC. It was everything and more. I even made the news thanks to the good people at CBS. Pa’lante shoutout to Jusscope for the access and to all the amazing people I interviewed a…

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004 - El Aguacate strikes back! feat. Flan, Platanos y más! 27:56

7M ago27:56

27:56

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Last episode, Renata and I left you wanting more with all things platanos. I mean who doesn’t like tostones, maduros, mofongo and then switching it to the versatility of arroz. You can add cornmeal and a fried egg, boom! That’s one mea…

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003 - Return of the Platanos feat. Gallo Pinto, Arroz, Cornmeal y Huevos! 25:04

7M ago25:04

25:04

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Last episode, Renata and I touched on the importance of a balanced diet and food from the source minus the preservatives. Keep in mind, It’s good to live a little and have some pork chops and chicharrones. I mean, who doesn’t like a go…

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002 - Eat healthy pero don’t forget the Arepas! 20:12

7M ago20:12

20:12

Hola mi gente, welcome to the “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Our first episode was the icebreaker, el rompe hielo. Cafecito, Caipirinha, Feijoada y Flan gave you a perfect start to the season. We’re only getting started and we got more in store for you to put your tastebuds in overdrive. Renata …

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001 - Cafecito y Flan, Caipirinha y Feijoada and much more! 30:03

8M ago30:03

30:03

Hola mi gente, we are back for Season 2 of “The Aguacate Chronicles”, I’m your host Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. A big Aguacate shoutout goes to all the amazing guests in Season 2. Thank you for sharing your favorite foods and beverages you loved growing up and enjoy to this day. This is what inspired the Aguacate Chronicles. Now, yo…

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The End of The Rooted Podcast 24:54

8M ago24:54

24:54

Welcome to the very last episode of Rooted. I can’t thank you enough, both you as the listener as well as all of the incredible guests that I’ve been so lucky to have on Rooted over the years, for supporting and being a part of this journey. What a magical, special chapter this has been — one that I’ll never forget. WHERE YOU CAN STILL HANG OUT WIT…

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133. Second Trimester Recap 19:13

9M ago19:13

19:13

We're back! and I'm sharing an honest, vulnerable insight as to how the second trimeter went. From heartburn to uncontrollable laughter to how I took care and the support system I set in place for myself.. I document all of the little details here for you today. So good to be back, and I'll see you on the inside! Xx ⁠Follow along on Instagram⁠ Sign…

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132. Your (Amazing) Questions, Answered 59:42

11M ago59:42

59:42

I've been thinking about doing one of these for so long, but never really committed. Well, here we are, and I'm hoping to make this a semi-regular thing. I put up a question box on Instagram, and while I've done this before and come up crickets, this time around -- the questions were ever flowing, so potent and I'm really, really grateful for that.…

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28 - The Season Finale & Pa'lante Recap (Episodio 25 - 27) 55:34

12M ago55:34

55:34

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. As we wrap up Season 2, Episode 28 is not just a recap but the 50th episode overall for Siempre Pa’lante. To celebrate this amazing milestone, I invited someone special whose faith and energy alone move mountains. This Afro-Latina …

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131. Finding Your Authenticity & Letting Go of Comparison Through Design & Creativity ft. Elizabeth Compagna of Rising Rose Collective 1:01:34

12M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

I could not be more excited and honored to introduce those of you who aren't yet aware of Elizabeth's magic. This soul, she's a light - and this episode far exceeded any expectations that I had going into our interview together. I was introduced to Elizabeth through her sister Emma, who was on the podcast back in December (Episode 124 - a MUST list…

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27 - Presente for Bodies of Culture feat. Christopher Rivas 31:28

12M ago31:28

31:28

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest ensures we are presente in every conversation. Roots in La Republica Dominicana y Colombia are not the only thing that has shaped him. 102-17 64th road in Queens, NY gave him priceless experiences with bo…

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130. Freeing Yourself From Ruts & Creating New Rhythms 14:50

12M ago14:50

14:50

In today's short and sweet episode, I'm talking all about my experience with my long (looong) rut that I found myself in. It can be incredibly difficult and daunting to break free from these new (accidental) rhythms and habits that we subconsciously create for ourselves, so after doing some of my own research, deep thought and journaling, and talki…

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26 - Inspiring You to Live Artfully & Beautifully feat. Creatress Sarai Mora 33:57

12M ago33:57

33:57

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest is a proud Latina repping Mexico. Her inspiration began at an early age from her abuelita and great-grandfather who were artists in the familia. She embraced her ancestor's love for nature and art by crea…

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25 - Dame Dos Croquetas y Un Cafecito (Give Me 2 Croquettes & A Coffee) feat. Alec y Vicky 30:08

1y ago30:08

30:08

Bienvendio mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guests, started with Dos Croquetas and a dream. In a crowded field of croquetas, they are Miami’s first Croqueta bar leading the way with nothing but flavors that keep you coming back for more. Familia ta…

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129. Dropping Shame Around Mental Health & How to Create a Life You Truly Love ft. Val @penniesandpurpose 1:19:54

1y ago1:19:54

1:19:54

Val is by far one of my favorite follows on Instagram and has been for years. She's 100% anonymous (which turns out is harder than you might think), and gives her followers a raw, candid and unabashed look into her struggles (and triumphs) within her mental health journey, how she's using her hard earned money (and how this has changed drastically …

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24 - Pa'lante Recap - Part 2 (Episodio 19 - 23) 27:56

1y ago27:56

27:56

Hola mi gente! Giraldo Luis Alvaré here host of Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. As I mentioned last week, this recap is a two-for-one special. You heard part one, now get ready for the sequel. In this recap, we will be getting into my birthday celebration, Cubita Cafe, Michelinos Pizzaria, A memorable trip to Nueva York with my brother-in-law San…

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128. First Trimester Recap & Gender Reveal! (ft. My Husband Jonathan) 56:35

1y ago56:35

56:35

Today on the podcast I'm cracking WIDE open about my first trimester experience. One word: WHOA :) It's been humbling to say the least.. and I thought as a fun bonus, this would be the perfect time to introduce Jonathan to you personally! So he'll be joining me to share his experience & his two cents on our pregnancy journey & how this trimester ha…

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24 - Pa'lante Recap - Part 1 (Episodio 19 - 23) 45:49

1y ago45:49

45:49

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. We’re back for another recap and joining me is artist and muralist from the 305, Miss Lushy. She’s a Pa’lante All-Star from the show's inaugural season. Need a refresher? Check out episode 9, Season 1, Arriba Los Corazones - Uplift…

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127. Energy Doesn't Lie: Why I ALWAYS Purge After Heartache 16:48

1y ago16:48

16:48

Energy doesn't lie, my friend. Today on the podcast I'm sharing some personal experiences as it relates to heartache and material possessions, and how I've learned to ruthlessly execute and make no apologies for it. I'm also joining you to do a little challenge with me at the end of this episode, and I can't wait to hear how you lean into it. This …

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23 - For the Love of the Game y Familia feat. Luis Dorante Jr. 32:31

1y ago32:31

32:31

Bienvenido mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, baseball is el sueño americano for our guest. His roots go back multiple generations playing the sport in Venezuela. The journey to the U.S. presented challenges but nothing his family couldn’t overcome. The …

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126. WE'RE HAVING A BABY! Sharing Our In-Depth Journey to Our Rainbow Baby 37:53

1y ago37:53

37:53

WE'RE HAVING A BABY :) I still can't quite believe it. I'm now into my second trimester, so there is SO much to share in this up-coming season of the podcast - but today I wanted to focus solely on our journey to calling in our rainbow baby. It was anything but easy, but goodness was it worth it. In this episode I'll be sharing our in-depth IVF jou…

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22 - Familia y Béisbol (Family & Baseball) feat. Jason Villa 39:21

1y ago39:21

39:21

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, family origins for our guest begin in Mexico and lead to the U.S. His familia instilled in him discipline, work ethic and the power of education. His love for the game of baseball has made a positive impact through…

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125. Spring Cleaning - Mind, Body & Soul 23:49

1y ago23:49

23:49

AND WE'RE BACK! This upcoming season is without a doubt going to be the most vulnerable, raw and emotionally explorative I've ever been on the show. I have.... so much to say. So much to share. So much to reflect back to you all, and I'm so thankful that you're here, along for the ride. Today's episode is the perfect time to release since Spring is…

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21 - Familia (Family) feat. Giraldo Luis Alvaré 30:08

1y ago30:08

30:08

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Today is 3.23.23 and I’m celebrating my birthday, mi cumpleaños with you. It's my 21st anniversary of turning 25. Do the math and you’ll figure it out. I invited mi hermano, Michael J. Scott, a mentor and friend to be part of this …

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20 - Queen of the 1's & 2's feat. DJ Perly

1y ago

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Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest is a Badass Bori from the Boogie Down Bronx. A self-taught DJ who moves the crowd from el corazón. Her relentless pursuit of perfecting her craft is the reason why she’s one of the best to do it. A champi…

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19 - Salud, Dinero y Amor (Health, Wealth & Love) feat. Yvette Peña 32:13

1y ago32:13

32:13

Bienvenido mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest’s humble beginnings go back to the Upper West Side of Manhattan with roots en la Republica Dominicana. Familia y amor mixed with She Si Puede makes this Afro-Latina the Poderista she is today. She b…

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18 - Pa'lante Recap - (Episodio 13 - 17) 1:00:47

1y ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. I’m back for another recap and who better to join me than Los Primos, Cousin Oz & Tone, hosts of the Cousins Collectibles Podcast. In this recap, you will hear insight on previously released episodes, life topics and current events…

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17 - Can't Stop, Won't Stop feat. Keith Salandy aka K Banger 31:26

1y ago31:26

31:26

In this episode, our guest is a renaissance man who works on his craft 24/7 making him one of the most talented artists in the industry. His Trininad & Tobago roots instilled in him a Si Se Puede mentality. His humble beginnings in Perth Amboy NJ led him on a musical journey that continues to this day. He’s opened for Public Enemy, worked with BET …

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16 - Family First, Art Comes Next feat. Albertus Joseph 16:42

1y ago16:42

16:42

Bienvenido mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest experienced the true essence of family as a child living in New York, New Jersey and in the country of Suriname located in South America. These humble beginnings cultivated a love for art he would e…

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15 - A Movement Built to Last for Generations to Come feat. Jamie Broadnax 27:58

1y ago27:58

27:58

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. As we begin the celebration of Black Culture this month, remember, one month only scratches the surface to the contributions black women and men have made in the U.S. and around the world. Take time to read and share stories of pio…

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14 - El Sueño Americano (The American Dream), Que Sweet It Is! feat. Alex Santiago 31:11

1+ y ago31:11

31:11

Bienvenido mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest is building on a family legacy that began in Cuba more than 50 years ago. One pastelito at a time, this immigrant story is all about the “American Dream - El Sueño Americano.” He shares his journey …

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13 - Love, Honor & Respect feat. Victoria Eady Butler 31:54

1+ y ago31:54

31:54

Hola mi gente! Feliz Año Nuevo, Happy New Year. We are back for the second half of Season 2 for Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Before we start, I wish all of you an abundance of health, love, happiness and wealth for 2023 and beyond. Your support has helped this show gravitate to new hei…

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12 - Pa'lante Recap - Part 2 (Episodio 7 - 11) 43:14

1+ y ago43:14

43:14

Hola mi gente! Giraldo Luis Alvaré here host of Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. As I mentioned last week, this recap is a two-for-one special. You heard part one, now get ready for the sequel. Don’t forget to rate, review, follow, like and subscribe. Pa’lante shoutout! To Messi for winning his first World Cup. This episode was recorded prior to t…

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12 - Pa'lante Recap - Part 1 (Episodio 7 - 11) 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

46:58

Hola mi gente! Giraldo Luis Alvaré here host of Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. Thanks to my guests and listeners. Your support continues to take Season 2 to new heights. I’m back for another Pa’lante recap just in time for the holidays. You will hear insight on previously released episodes, reviews our listeners have given the show and tres en d…

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124. From Living in Darkness to Letting in the Light with Emma Compagna (@realwithemma) 1:31:14

1+ y ago1:31:14

1:31:14

Wow, this episode. It's packed with so much wisdom, love and inspiration I not only cried while we were recording this, but while I was editing it as well. It's so special - Emma, is so special - and I can't for you to get cozy and listen as we talk all things comparison, finding your inner most authentic self, living in darkness and finding the li…

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11 - Capturing & Celebrating Culture through my Lens feat. Danny Hastings 44:34

1+ y ago44:34

44:34

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest shares his humble beginnings growing up in Panama. Inspired by his Tio, he found his passion that led him to Nueva York, la gran manzana. New York embraced him because he was relentless in his pursuit for…

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Ep. 123 - Holding Space & Grieving Around the Holidays 12:24

1+ y ago12:24

12:24

A short and sweet solo episode dedicated to the experience of grieving around the holidays, and holding space for those who can't quite see the magic in this time of year. Stay in touch elsewhere: https://bio.site/cassandrammiers Sign up for the candid newsletter: If I'm Being Honest https://ifimbeinghonest.substack.com/subscribe --- Send in a voic…

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10 - Learning from the Past by Living in the Present for the Future feat. Natasha Galano 29:23

1+ y ago29:23

29:23

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guest shares the challenges she faced early on in life and how this motivated her to strive for more. It wasn’t until she defeated cancer that she became fearless by creating her own path and inspiring others t…

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Ep. 122 - Psychic & Medium Katie Surbeck on Healing from Heartbreak, Gaslighting & Being Intentionally Single 1:15:32

1+ y ago1:15:32

1:15:32

KATIE SURBECK, you guys. She's one of my favorite people on the internet. A super talented and tapped in psychic and medium who I've been so blessed to have readings from (they're incredible, she's incredible) who turned into a dear friend that I can't wait to share with you. This episode is so vulnerable and raw -- and while Katie does dive deep i…

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9 - Hustle, Happiness & Healing through Comfort Food feat. Amy Rivera-Nassar 35:35

1+ y ago35:35

35:35

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. I hope everyone enjoyed a relaxing Thanksgiving with the familia. Remember it's about giving thanks for all the blessings we have and the beautiful memories we create. In this episode, our guest talks about how the foundation in fa…

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Ep. 121 - A Life Update: Finding Purpose, Anxiety and Depression & a Shift in Seasons 13:00

1+ y ago13:00

13:00

In this short & sweet solo episode (on 11/22/22 at 12:22am!), I'm free flowing without agenda to give you an update on what my life has been looking like as of late: figuring out how to elevate my purpose both personally and professionally, my journey with anxiety and depression and some new decisions I've made within that area of my life, this new…

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8 - Listen, Laugh & Learn feat. Darien Borges (DJ) and Ismael Llano (Ish) 42:10

1+ y ago42:10

42:10

Hola mi gente! Welcome to Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. In this episode, our guests talk about familia, friendship and heritage. Their bond has led them to creating one of the most entertaining podcasts out today. These two Cubanos out of Westchester, Florida have built something specia…

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Ep. 120 - Dani Boltz on Healing, Claiming Individuality within Partnership, Self Awareness & Radical Acceptance 1:01:55

1+ y ago1:01:55

1:01:55

A beautiful, loving, candid interview with one of my favorite Instagram friends, Dani Boltz. We cover the nature of healing, partnership, retaining your individuality within said partnership, following your chosen path, pregnancy loss and so much more. Thank you for being here. Xx Find Dani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniboltz/ Follow …

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7 - Leading by example through Cultura & Inclusion feat. Carolina Espinal 43:54

1+ y ago43:54

43:54

Welcome back mi gente! to Season 2 of Siempre Pa’lante! Always Forward. I’m your host, Giraldo Luis Alvaré. Gracias for listening. Hope you got a chance to catch up on the show and if you haven’t already, kindly rate, review, follow, like, subscribe and share. You know those 5 stars and little love go a long way. In this episode, our guest talks ab…

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Ep. 119 - I've Decided to Give My Problems Away 11:44

1+ y ago11:44

11:44

Ha. Hear me out. There's some method to this madness, I promise. A short digestible episode that I hope you see yourself in. Thanks for being here. Xx Find me elsewhere: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrammiers/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therootedpodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

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118. My friend Jo Interviews Me: A Season of Waiting, Marriage, Where I've Been & so much more 54:38

1+ y ago54:38

54:38

What a conversation. I am so grateful for friendships like Jo and that she lovingly offered to interview me as a means to get my toes wet again with this brand new season. We talk all things marriage, our journey with IVF and being in this season of waiting, social media, self awareness & things I've learned during my time away and SO much more. I …

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WE'RE BACK WITH SEASON 5: November 1st, 2022 ✨ 2:04

1+ y ago2:04

2:04

Back to back hiatuses got you feeling nervous? I get it. I do. But the good news is that we’re locked and loaded and back to regular programing. And fortunately, for all of us — I feel like I’ve lived ten lives since we last spoke, so, that means there’s a lot to unload. And that means, season five is quickly approaching. Season. Five. I’ve develop…

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