Chicana Chisme

Every life matters, and no veteran should ever feel alone in their struggles. Combat 22, stands united, embracing the spirit of camaraderie, and working tirelessly to ensure our heroes receive the care, compassion, and respect they deserve. Together, let us combat veteran suicide, restoring hope, and empowering veterans to live fulfilling lives in honor of their service to our nation. With the support of our communities and donors, we strive to achieve long-term, tangible results for veterans and their families, helping them not just survive but thrive in their civilian lives.

Their ultimate goal is to put an end to veteran suicide. Through advocacy, awareness campaigns, and comprehensive assistance programs, they are determined to make a lasting difference. By fostering resilience, mental well-being, and social connections, we offer a lifeline for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.

I sit down with the founder, Johnny Valdez, as we speak about this organization and our time in the service.

https://combat22.net

The House of Neighborly Service has humbly served San Antonio’s Westside for over 100 years and are intimately connected to this community’s rich culture and history. Their Mission is to provide opportunities that encourage, educate, and empower the families of our Westside community. What today serves over a thousand neighbors annually began as a small Presbyterian mission in 1917. Listen as we chat with the Development Director, Linda Brady about all this organization has to offer and how you can volunteer or donate.

Angel Marie Barrera is the owner of Good Morning Lashes, Angels Events SA, and can even officiate your marriage if you needed her too! She is a hustler to say the least! We chat about how she got inspired to start working for herself, challenges along the way, and how she had no idea Spanish was her first language. lol

IG: @angels.events.sa

@_good_morning_lashes_

I sit down and catch with with Tejano Star, Shelly Lares.

April Monterrosa is an author, speaker, business mentor, media personality, and community advocate based in San Antonio, Texas. She is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Live From The Southside Magazine, the first Latina-owned publication in Southside San Antonio.

April’s impressive achievements have earned her recognition as an influential Latina in San Antonio by KSAT12 News. April was also honored by the 87th Texas Legislature for her achievements as a civic leader and community advocate.

Jorge V. Gonzalez is the author of the International Best Seller "ANSWER THE CALL", Life lessons, from family origins through invention and struggle.

In his #1 bestselling book, Answer The Call: Life Lessons From Family Origins Through Invention And Struggle, Jorge Gonzalez shares his personal journey of reinvention and offers practical insights on how you can do the same. After spending two decades perfecting his craft, Jorge was faced with a disability that left him unable to continue working in his chosen field. But rather than succumbing to anger and grief, he drew inspiration from his family's legacy of taking calculated risks and pursued a new path forward.

Jorge shares the lesson that with the right mindset, setbacks can be transformed into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, hard work, and high expectations in achieving success and reinventing oneself. By sharing his own experiences and examples, Jorge hopes to inspire and empower others to pursue their true purpose in life.

IG: @jorge_v_gonzalez
www.jorgevgonzalez.com

Janeskha Solis, a 30 year old devoted mother, born and raised in San Antonio, Texas is a Plus Size model & influencer, she has been featured and recognized by online stores such as “Shein” & “FashionNova”. She is a Writer & Co-content creator for a Local Celebrity/Comedian and the contributing writer for Live From Southside Magazine. She is owner and founder of The Fashion Glow Up Project. Janeskha genuinely has a passion for fashion and honestly believes that when you look good, you feel good. Documenting the transformation on multiple platforms, she helps style potential clients, women & men, all shapes & sizes. She assists them with putting outfits together that’s suitable for everyday life, special events etc, all while being budget friendly.

Janeskha Solis is the former Miss. Bexar County 2020, Miss. Texas Plus America 2021, Miss. Heart of Texas Plus America 2022 & last but certainly not least, she is The inaugural 2023 Plus USA Miss.