La Llave

Meet this beautiful author, speaker, mentor, and lover of life, Liv Dooley. Growing up, Liv encountered a myriad of challenges connected to low self-esteem, depression, anorexia nervosa, and alcoholism, all of which were exacerbated by the poor relationship she experienced with her mom. In 2014, Liv founded The Colorfully Candid Paradigm, Incorporated to become the mentor and provide the support she needed as a teen. As a national empowerment strategist and author, she is dedicated to inspiring change among girls and women through conversation and creativity. Today, Liv enjoys working with her mother, Beverly, and a host of other women to support future female leaders by ensuring they have all of the tools they need to be successful academically, professionally, emotionally, and spiritually. Liv's mission with her foundation is to enhance the emotional intelligence of young ladies, ages 11-18, and their families throughout underserved communities by equipping participants with the tools to effectively handle stress and to succeed in life. Tune in as she talks about her upbringing, her relationship with her parents, where she gets her inspiration for her novels, and as she answers some pretty deep questions.

Episode Recommendation: "Compliments, Confidence, and Confetti", "One Chance to Live Young", and "Two Dreams and a Goal", By Liv Dooley.

Episode Sponsor: Aura by Joelly

Today we welcome Dulce Villa back into the studio. From shared pregnancies, party nights, to endless laughter, these besties are here to talk about it all with no filter. Tune in as they share there different experiences, views, and feelings on pregnancy and how it’s ok to feel certain ways. No need for guilt. Also, you won’t want to miss the chisme (gossip) as Dulce reveals one of Joelly’s secrets. The besties also share some of their favorite mommy affirmations.

1. “There’s no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one.” -Jill Churchill
2. Only I can give my children a happy mother.
3. I’m a blessing to my children.
4. I’m doing an amazing job.
5. “A mother’s love liberates.” -Maya Angelou
6. I am my child’s lifelong teacher.
7. I can trust my maternal intuition.
8. “Mothers love is fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible.” -Marion C. Garretty
9. I am learning to be a better mother with each day
10. Today I will notice the positive aspect of motherhood.
11. “The strength of motherhood is greater then natural laws.” -Barbara Kingsolver.
12. I will take care of myself in order to be a good mother.
13. “There is such a special sweetness in being able to participate in creation.” -Pamela S. Nadav
14. I am grateful for my ability to create life.
15. I am doing the best that I can for my children and it is enough.

This week La Llave shares the mic with Dave Hollis, CEO of the Hollis Company and husband to Rachel Hollis, the New York Times Best Seller of Girl, Wash Your Face and former President of Worldwide Theatrical Distribution to The Walt Disney Company. Dave speaks his truths on the decision to leave Disney to partner up with his wife to pursue the importance of growth, getting in the right mindset, and not being afraid of being uncomfortable. Tune in to be inspired and rewired.

Hey keys, in this weeks episode, we talk with Stephanie and Gabby who are recent transplants to Austin Texas, the Live Music Capital of the World. Stephanie sits down with us at Mozart’s Coffee Roasters to talk about loss, rejection, love, music and the value of time. Tune in as she breaks down her family’s history of DJs and what has been her key to reignite her love for writing about music.

Have you ever wondered what’s it like in the life of a news producer and podcast host? Well, you’re in luck because La Llave would like to introduce you to Danielle Nelson, she is an ABC News Producer and co-host of the podcast called The Feature. 

“The Feature is a stand-out podcast about MOVIES! It’s not just any old podcast, we relate film to everyday life.”

Danielle also talked about her recent interpretation of the Netflix Original movie, Roma. We also asked Danielle what have been the best and worst moments in her news career. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show, because we know we did.

Everything begins with a dream. Meet Brian Romero, aka Breezy, owner of Taylrd Barbershop. Tune in as he talks about his journey, challenges, and struggles that have build him into the man he has become. His journey wasn't easy but with the help of his loving wife, God, and his family, he was able to conquer it all. Be prepared to be inspired by this gentlemen's story. He hopes that through his story he is able to help others. May this episode resonate with some of you and may you see that you not alone in some of the challenges we face today. Brian is a living example that with faith and a positive attitude, all thing are possible

Communication is la llave, the key, to any relationship. Join Joelly and George as they work on their communication skills to improve their work relationship. Tune in as they read and answer some deep questions. George has some exciting news and Joelly shares some relationship advise.

Joelly, our comadre, feels as if she's been pregnant for a very long time and hasn't had a drink. Join her as she goes back in time to an episode, from season one, in which she wasn't pregnant and she was enjoying a few cocktails. In her words "recordar es vivir." This recording is the second part to the episode "El Sueño Americano" in which they had the beautiful guest Geissell Sandoval. Tune in for a great time, laughs, and drinks with George, Geissell, and Joelly. From chola-aventuras, to growing up in government housing, to her mom beating up a few neighborhood girls, this episode is filled with laughs and random topic.

On this weeks episode, we get another glimpse at Joelly's family. Her cousins Cristien and Omar along with her brother Adrian talk about their families values, traditions, and bond. Omar dives a little into horoscopes, zodiac signs, moon, sun, and rising signs. Tune in for some good laughs as Cristien talks about his tamale cooking experience, over the holidays. Get to know a little about their grandmas and some memories they share.