Decades of Disruption

Growth creates opportunities. It also puts a team’s identity to the test.

Natalie Standridge, Jansel Hernandez, Merary Zubrzycki, and Wendy Letran return with Daniela Tablada to continue the story of Casa de Corazón.

In Part 2, they reflect on new projects, team challenges, iconic phrases, and sustainable expansion. An emotional and transparent conversation about creating a distinctive culture in early childhood education and growing together while keeping that culture alive.

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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decades-of-disruption/id1790255271

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Natalie Standridge, Wendy Letran, Merary Zubrzycki, and Jansel Hernandez join Daniela Tablada to reflect on the foundational years of Casa de Corazón.

In Part 1 of this special two-part series, they discuss vision, culture, sacrifice, trust, and the leadership required to build a lasting organization.

A conversation about the people behind the mission and the decisions that helped shape the future.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/ysJNSVBhP54?si=JU_OHIWFO2wDgDx5

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decades-of-disruption/id1790255271

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Joseph J. Fittante joins me to explore how a franchise attorney approaches growth, risk, and decision-making. A grounded conversation about leadership, uncomfortable truths, and long-term responsibility in franchising.

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Violet and Naima join me to talk about how growing up in a bilingual, intercultural environment influenced how they see the world, choose friendships, and approach the transition into adulthood. A genuine and relatable conversation about identity, family, and personal growth.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/fvtmOUDeFig

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decades-of-disruption/id1790255271

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Avery Marasco-Johnson joins me to talk about growing up bilingual and how that experience continues to be a personal and social advantage in her life today. From childhood friendships to cross-cultural connections, this episode highlights the lasting value of bilingualism and what it means to Avery.

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Casey Guevara-Lehker, CEO of NPH USA, joins me to explore the lessons, tensions, and parallels between the private sector and the nonprofit world.

What happens when corporate frameworks are applied to social-impact organizations? And what can traditional businesses learn from mission-driven leaders? Casey also discusses how he divides his life between professional ambition and family commitments, and how that balance fuels clarity and authenticity as a leader.

A grounded and transformative reflection on purpose, impact, and real-world leadership.

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What if we’ve misunderstood “healthy eating” all along? Marissa McCormick, MS, RD joins me to question sugar norms, rethink school menus, and reveal simple ways families can eat better—without guilt or confusion. Grounded, realistic, and transformative.

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A direct conversation about leadership, culture, and everyday choices. Our guest, María Medina — former Richfield mayor and bicultural Mexican-American Latina — shares her journey of transformation, from public life to a lifestyle centered on mental health, healthy food, and meaningful habits. She talks about the kitchen as a place of love and connection, where cooking becomes a way to care for others. An inspiring episode about living intentionally.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/l89Ea5OnBqY?si=6_VkOXmJpMtWeufI

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An honest conversation about being a mother, being a professional, and everything in between.

Our guest, Alexandria Schroeder — a mother from Casa de Corazón – Kingfield, an attorney, and a Minnesota State Fair and Vikings fan — opens her heart about how her cultural identity shapes her decisions, challenges, and triumphs.

What happens when culture, motherhood, and career collide and intertwine?

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Pam Kosanke gets real in this honest and open conversation.
We explore how vulnerability isn’t a weakness — it’s a tool.
From tough decisions to moments of deep reflection, Pam and I unpack how leadership can be bold, emotional, and transformational all at once.

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YouTube: https://youtu.be/ljaF--wgHno?si=eIXEnP561Ce8yEE2

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