From Caguas to Milwaukee: The Salsa Journey of Junior Rivera 🇵🇷🎶

Mission 2 Mars 🚀 | Junior Rivera

From Caguas, Puerto Rico, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Junior Rivera has spent decades making his mark in the world of salsa. Starting his singing journey at just 14 years old, Junior has performed with some of the biggest names in salsa and has built his own career as a singer, songwriter, and sonero.

In this episode of Mission 2 Mars, we talk about his journey from Puerto Rico to Milwaukee, the evolution of salsa, the artists who influenced him, representing Puerto Rican culture through music, and what it takes to keep traditional salsa alive for a new generation.

And of course, we put Junior through the Mission 2 Mars Puerto Rico Rapid-Fire Round! 🇵🇷🔥🎵 Listen to Junior Rivera on Spotify:Junior Rivera on Spotify

Check out tracks including “Bailando Contigo,” “Están Esperando (Vive Tu Vida),” “Mi Música,” “Pura Novela,” “Déjate de Cuentos,” and more.

🚀 Another mission. Another story. Another perspective.

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In Episode 8 of the Mission 2 Mars Podcast, host Mario Ortiz sits down with Rey Martinez, the creator of Finanzas con Rey, for an inspiring conversation about financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and building generational wealth within the Latino community.

Rey shares his personal journey from overcoming financial challenges to becoming a trusted voice in financial education. Together, they discuss breaking unhealthy money habits, investing in your future, changing generational mindsets, and why financial freedom starts with education and discipline—not just a bigger paycheck.

Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking for motivation to take your finances to the next level, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration.

Topics include: • Financial literacy in the Latino community • Credit, debt, saving, and investing • Entrepreneurship and personal growth • Building generational wealth • Breaking financial cycles • Puerto Rico, culture, and community • Rapid Fire: Puerto Rico Edition 🇵🇷

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Mission #7: Chasing the Music Dream: Singer/Songwriter Alesha Marie ✨🇵🇷🎤

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Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aleshaloveszyou?igsh=ZG5sOTV6Y2M4NHpp 
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Mission 6: Styled With Purpose: Ela Mari Boutique 🛍️ 

📍Ela Mari Boutique 
2483 S KINNICKINNIC AVE BAY VIEW, WI 53207  
Online Shop: elamariboutique.com 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/elamariboutique?igsh=MW5qcW0xenl2ZW4ybA== FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567765134382

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Mission 5: From Food Truck to Cocktail Bar Puerto Rican: The Story Behind El Batey 
with Owners Caroline Rosario Virellas y Mildred Virella 

🍹Book your experience: El Batey 
📍El Batey  1003 W. NATIONAL AVE  MILWAUKEE, WI 53204

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S1: Mission 4: A Buena Hora 

A Buena Hora, Puerto Rican Clothing Brand. 
IG: @abuenahora.co
Online: www.abuenahora.co 

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S1: Mission 4: A Buena Ahora 

A Buena Ahora, Puerto Rican Clothing Brand. 
IG: @abuenahora.co
Online: www.abuenahora.co 

Mission 2 Mars Podcast 
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Guest: Gary Ellerson
Title: former Green Bay Packer, Detroit Lion, Wisconsin Badge, Sports Broadcaster,
Co-Host of Leap 36 Podcast

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Music: Akira Shelton all rights reserved.

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Guest: LeRoy Butler 
Title: Pro Football, Hall of Famer, former Green Bay Packer.
Company: LeRoy Butler, Inc. Leap Vodkea 

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Mission 2 Mars: Episode #1 

We start our mission speaking with Ethan "The Marvelous" Ortiz, emerging MMA Fighter!  

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