In this episode of Antihero Unplugged, this episode explores gratitude and how noticing the little blessings in life can completely change your perspective. From spotting “blue cars” in your day to hilarious tiny wins like a brother’s pimples clearing up or surviving without spilling ramen, it shows that life is already full if you’re paying attention. Using Kung Fu Panda as an example, it explains how Po’s journey to becoming the Dragon Warrior is really about realizing the power and goodness already inside him. With practical tips like morning check-ins, night reflections, and reframing struggles, this episode is all about training your brain to see the good, even in the small, messy, funny moments.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

This episode shares the unexpected lessons from the Harvard Pre-College Program: the kind you only learn by getting lost on the way to class, trading snacks with strangers, and faking confidence until it feels real. It’s about showing up like you belong, keeping insecurities to yourself, and realizing your quirks aren’t embarrassing, they’re what make you unforgettable. Beyond academics, the real growth comes from stepping out of your hometown bubble and seeing yourself in a new light.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

This episode isn’t about The Hunger Games as a movie. It’s about the moment you realize no one’s coming to save you:  and that’s not the end of the world, it’s the start. From Katniss stepping into the arena to you facing your own, we talk about finding your reason to fight, owning your power, and surviving on your terms.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

This episode compares life to a glow stick, how sometimes, we have to be cracked, bent, or shaken before we can shine. Through honest stories and raw moments, it reminds listeners that pain doesn’t mean you’re broken: it  might just mean you’re becoming visible in a new way. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling apart, this episode is your reminder that maybe... you’re just starting to glow.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

This episode dives into the myth of the Lotus-Eaters to explore why we sometimes stay in places that no longer serve us:  friendships, mindsets, or versions of ourselves that feel safe but slowly erase who we are. Through personal stories and honest reflection, this episode is a reminder that comfort isn’t always worth the cost. Leaving can feel lonely, but staying small costs your spark. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to walk away and choose yourself,  this is it!

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

Welcome to Season 4 of Antihero Unplugged!

This season, I’m not just talking at you, I’m growing with you. We’re breaking rules, building better ones, and becoming people we actually like.

Antihero Unplugged. Season 4. Let’s grow louder, bolder, freer: together. And let’s do it on our own terms.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

This episode flips the story of Icarus on its head.

Instead of focusing on the fall, it celebrates the fact that he flew. It’s about choosing courage over comfort, and risking failure in order to chase something bigger. Through childhood stories, personal moments, and powerful examples, this episode is a reminder that playing it safe might protect you—but it also holds you back. Some dreams are worth the fall.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

In this 29th episode of Antihero Unplugged, the spotlight is on powerful women who’ve been dismissed as “angry,” “unstable,” or “too much” — and how those very traits might just be what the world needs most.

From Greta Thunberg’s fearless activism to Taylor Swift’s political awakening, from Kamala Harris’s proud leadership to Angela Merkel’s quiet, commanding legacy,  this episode breaks down how women are punished for speaking up, while men are praised for doing the same.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved

This episode explores a quote that hits harder than expected: “Don’t get into a fight with a pig. You both get muddy, but only the pig enjoys it.”

It’s about the moments we feel provoked, the people who thrive on chaos, and the emotional energy we waste trying to win battles that were never worth fighting. This episode breaks down why our brains are wired to react, how to spot the “pigs” in your life, and why walking away is one of the strongest, cleanest things you can do.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved.

In this episode, your perspective is questioned. This episode talks about how the pressure to change yourself to fit in can feel overwhelming—and how that pressure can make you forget your worth. Using a powerful matcha metaphor, it explores how not everyone is meant to like you, and that’s exactly the point. You weren’t made to be a crowd-pleaser; you were made to be real. With references to self-worth, individuality, and even Taylor Swift, this episode is a reminder that being different isn’t a flaw—it’s your superpower.

Copyright @ 2025 Cecilia Isabel Gonzalez. All rights reserved.