On this episode of the Roaches and Roaches Show-

We're joined by Albuquerque's very own Amanda Lovato, a professional MMA fighter and boxer — one more success story from ABQ's women's boxing/MMA community.

She opens up about her troubled upbringing, her relentless drive to follow in Abuela's (grandmother's) footsteps, and finding the lioness mindset that runs in her family.

From her combat sports saga to her athletic lifestyle, career setbacks from injuries, facing divorce, and still fighting as a full-time mom — she's a real triple threat and the real deal, folks.

Like the wise words of Rob Lowe: she's "Literally. Super Mom." 

Amanda Lavato : (IG: manday_lvt)

Host: @Danimal_thegreat (IG)

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Roaches and Ramen: Bonus Episode — "The Last of Gen Z"

In this special time-capsule episode, we sit down with my son Dani and his best friend Lucas two voices from the tail end of “Generation Z” to capture exactly where they're at right now. We dig into what it's really like being a teenager today, get a glimpse into how their minds are evolving in real time, and hear their honest, unfiltered take on the future they're about to step into. Equal parts nostalgic and eye-opening, this one's a snapshot worth revisiting in a few years.

A good one for Back to school week.

With your Host : @Danimal_thegreat (IG)Share your "Tales of the struggle" Write to us: [email protected] us:@roaches_ramen (IG)

Home Team Episodes - Welcome back to the constant convo.

Our biweekly check-in with you, the listener. 

Home Team is where we pull back the curtain on the show's evolution, sound off with hot takes on the week's struggles and wins, and reflect on our previous solo episodes and the personal moments that shaped recent shows. 

With me your host Danimal_thegreat & CO- Host Linna D.

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Love Starts with Mom:

On this episode of the Peeling the Onion series, I take you to the core of my onion—my mother.

This is an introduction to the woman who forged me into the man I am today. Her strength, love, and sacrifices shaped my life, and I carry her legacy with me every day.

Every story has a beginning, and mine begins with her.

Welcome to Layer One.

With your Host : @Danimal_thegreat (IG)

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First Solo Podcast with your Host @Danimal_thegreat (IG)

Intro Pod to the Solo Pods and what's to come.

Coming from the lone star state I talk about the struggles about traveling while I leave the Family at home in New Mexico.

I talk about sacrifices and gratefulness within unforeseen situations.

A GOOD LISTEN FOR THE RIDE BACK HOME!

Thank you for joining the constant conversation.

JOSH THE KNIGHT- Is my friendly next door neighbor and is a professional security guard for the majestic DUKE city we call Albuquerque.

He sits down with me your Host @danimal_thegreat (IG) and shares his stories from his upbringing in LAS VEGAS NM, Deep Troubling situations with his own brother, and the reasons he will be part of the Police Force in the near future.

**Listener Discretion is advised**

** Side NOTE: He will be back for a Follow up because of technical difficulties**

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Welcome back to the conversation!

Another biweekly home team episode with your host (IG:)Danimal_thegreat joined by Co-host linna D.

Checking in with hot topics, current events, updates From the show, and giving you the local scoop out of our wonderful oasis in the high desert where we call home.

Albuquerque, New Mexico! 

505 this is your Show!

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Another bi weekly home team episode with your host Danimal_thegreat and Co-host Linna D. Checking in with the R&R community with Hot topics, current events, missed stories , and events in our small town of Albuquerque, NM.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your day.

Join the Conversation.

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Our Guest's Have Arrive!

What better way to start off with our guest's by Highlighting a ZERO to HERO story with Dan the Hamburger man. From flipping burgers to becoming a V.P. executive officer for a group of Fast Casual chain restaurants.

Daniel talks about his homelife beginnings, his obstacle's and his rise from taking opportunity to locking in a successful mind set.

A great motivational Pod , Enjoy.

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Roaches and Ramen Podcast -

The Strength in the Struggle Pod,

Tales of the Struggle,

Zero to hero Stories, and Highlighting the resilient stories coming to you out of The Epicenter of the southwest. Albuquerque , New Mexico.

with your Host: Danimal The Great.

IG: @danimal_thegreat

A glimpse to the constant conversation..

EVER HAD TO SURVIVE A TOUGH STRUGGLE?

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