How I Got Here

Come listen to Dominique's story of being a twin of Haitian immigrants to valedictorian of her High School class, to the hallowed halls of Yale University, to working in the City That Never Sleeps, NYC. Listen as Dominique talks about what it takes to graduate #1 in her class and attend one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Dominique explains how an early start with education by her mom really pays dividends later in life. If you ever wondered if hard work in and out of the classroom really pays off, please take a listen to Dominique's story.

Listen as Sarah tells her story from Don Estridge all the way to Paris, France. Sarah will discuss her high school experience at Park Vista, her breeze through college at Flagler College in just two years with a bachelor's degree in International Relations and Political Science, moving to NYC during the pandemic, moving to Paris to be an au pair, and finally going to graduate school in France for a degree in Global Communications and Fashion. Sarah's path is not typical. Come listen as she reveals her journey on How I Got Here.

Come and listen to Marina as she tells her story form club 128 all the way to Berlin Germany. Follow her story as she goes to Dreyfoos School of the Arts High School, through an arts program, to University of Florida to earn degree in Fine Arts, all the way to Berlin Germany where she is working in an Art Gallery. Marina will take you on her journey from meeting her best friend in Club 128, all the way to the glitz and glamour of the Art world in Berlin Germany. This is How I got Here first ever POD across the POND. Marina was in Berlin Germany at the time of this recording. Come listen to Marina's journey and see how hard work, persistence pays off in the real world applications.

Come listen to Jessica Far tell her story from the drama department at South Miami Middle School, all the way to the bright light of Hollywood. Jessica will take you on her journey from actress training to actress doing. If you truely want to hear how hard work in and out of the classroom pays off, then take a listen to Jessica's journey.

Come listen as Connor tells his story from Club 128 all the way to MIT Basketball court, and then to the Big Apple of NYC. Connor will explain his highs and lows, chances not taken, and great results.

This episode is about Rachel Tumada, AKA Ms. Mada a Miami-based DJ. Ms. Mada has performed all around the world spinning music at concerts like Ultra Miami, all the way to South America, and EDC Las Vegas. She will tell you her story from my class way back in 2001 on 9/11, all the way to the front of the stage spinning her style of music. Ms. Mada will explain that drive equals success, and it does not have to be academic. This was an eye-opening interview for me since I was solely focused on classroom success, not life success. I love these interviews, since they give me a perspective, and hopefully you as well. Thank you for listening , and I hope you enjoy.

This is my interview with former student Gabe Bugallo. He will tell you his story of How I Got Here from middle school, high school, to college, to the military, to the national guard, to the police academy, and finally to the Boca Raton Police Department. Gabe was a soccer player, and a musician, but finally found his calling at the police department. If you ever wondered what it takes to successfully complete military training, and then police training at the academy, then this is the episode for you. Take a listen to Gabe's journey to where he wanted to be and How He Got There.

This is my interview with Camilo Restrepo. He will tell history of How He Got Here from Middle School to working for The Premier Online Vintage and Classic Car Auctions. Camilo was always nuts about cars, and is a bonafide car nut. He tells us his story from Middle School, to High School, then College, switching Colleges, and majors, to selling cars at a dealership, and finally landing a national search for a dream job. Listen as Camilo guides us on his journey to where he wanted to be, and How He Got There.

This is the second installment of the How I got Here Podcast where I am interviewing Sumeet Jena. He will tell us about his experiences before during and after middle school. Sumeet will take you on a journey from going to the library with his family, middle school, high school, and  all the way to the University of Florida for a degree in engineering and sports journalism. Come take a listen to How Sumeet Got Here.