In today’s episode, I sit down with Cavanaugh James, a new friend and a significant influence on why I started this podcast. Cavanaugh and I delve into the tumultuous and transformative decade that was our 20s. Cavanaugh shares his journey of moving from Texas to NYC, auditioning for Juilliard, and finding his footing in his career. Meanwhile, I recount my days building a business in LA, navigating major life changes, and dealing with imposter syndrome. Together, we discuss the challenge...

On today’s intimate solo episode, I begin to peel back the layers behind my put-together exterior to reveal my truth, my experiences, and my trauma. Born from a sense of feeling misunderstood from an early age, I want this podcast to truly highlight who Yanina is, both the good and the uncomfortable. In the midst of coming from Venezuela to my tumultuous childhood, I experienced my share of trauma which taught me to conceal my struggles from others, even from my closest friends. With a non-ex...

In this episode of Similarly Different, I got to sit down with my friend Liane V and talk about how she and I have navigated through the changes in our lives up to now. Whether it’s self, career, relationships, new responsibilities, etc. knowing how to navigate through the changes that we experience is so important. It’s not always easy or a smooth transition and in this episode Liane and myself are very open about the challenges those moments bring but also knowing when it’s time to shift, l...

So… today's the big day — I decided to go and take a jump (why am I nervous? lol) I’m finally launching my new podcast, Similarly Different… eeek! There’s been trials, errors, I’ve put it away and finally took the idea back out of the drawer and did it. I’m excited yet nervous, but also a sense of calmness.There’s so many layers to me that the world hasn’t seen or heard and if I’ve had some life questions, I know you guys must have them too at some point.There’s so much beauty within US....