Stay Tranquilo

What happens when life changes in an instant? How do you find the strength to keep moving forward when everything you once knew is taken away?

On this episode of the Stay Tranquilo Podcast, we sit down with Jordan Almendral, a former Christopher Columbus High School baseball player whose life changed forever after a devastating car accident in 2010 left him with a traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury.

After spending six weeks in a coma, Jordan faced a reality he could have never imagined. But rather than allowing his circumstances to define him, he made a decision that would shape the rest of his life: the accident had already taken enough from him, and he wasn't going to let it take anything else.

From graduating from Florida International University with a degree in psychology to founding the Quad 13 Foundation, Jordan has dedicated his life to helping others overcome adversity and providing access to physical therapy for individuals living with spinal cord injuries.

In this powerful conversation, we dive into:

- Jordan's journey from high school baseball to a life-changing accident
- The mental battles that come with overcoming adversity
- Why perspective, gratitude, and resilience can change your life
- The importance of faith and the meaning behind Philippians 4:13
- How Jordan turned his personal struggles into purpose through the Quad 13 Foundation
- The importance of making physical therapy accessible to those who need it most
- Why even 1% of progress every day is worth celebrating

Jordan's story is a reminder that we cannot always control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond.

No matter what challenges you're facing, there's always a reason to keep moving forward.

Stay Tranquilo. Trust the process. Keep the faith.

🏓 Support the Quad 13 Foundation: Learn more about Jordan's mission and the upcoming December 5th pickleball fundraiser.

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0:00 The Power of Mindset
2:44 The Grind of High School Sports
7:36 Facing the Unthinkable
12:51 Choosing Not to Give Up
21:55 Turning Purpose into Action
29:17 The Role of Faith in Healing

#StayTranquilo #JordanAmendral #Quad13 #Resilience #Faith #Motivation #OvercomingAdversity #Mindset #Podcast #InspirationalStories

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What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want is YOU?

After surviving a traumatic brain injury and a three-day coma at just 14 years old, Lauren Fields turned one of the most challenging experiences of her life into her greatest source of purpose. Today, she's helping others transform their mindset, build confidence, and turn their biggest visions into reality.

We dive into:

Lauren's incredible journey from a traumatic brain injury to finding her purpose

The inspiration behind her new book, SEND IT

Why fear and self-doubt hold us back from pursuing our dreams

Turning adversity into an advantage

The power of mindset, journaling, and positive self-talk

Why taking action creates clarity

Finding the balance between "Sending It" and "Staying Tranquilo"

Learning to slow down, be present, and enjoy the life you're building

At the heart of this conversation is a simple reminder: Life is too short to wait for the perfect moment. Take the leap, trust yourself, and enjoy the journey along the way.

📖 Check out Lauren's new book, SEND IT: Becoming the One Who Turns Vision Into Velocity: https://fieldswell.com/pages/send-it

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0:00 Unlocking Your Potential Through Resistance
0:41 A Special Guest from San Diego
2:01 Defining What It Means to Send It
4:39 The Formula for Personal Transformation
6:39 The Therapeutic Power of Journaling
14:37 Navigating the Fear of Failure
28:29 Finding Balance Between Sending It and Tranquilo

#StayTranquilo #LaurenFields #SendIt #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDevelopment #Motivation #Podcast #overcomingchallenges #overcomingfear

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Suarez shares his story of growing up in Miami as the son of former Mayor Xavier Suarez, following in his father’s footsteps into public service, and ultimately helping lead Miami through one of the biggest periods of growth and change in the city’s history.

The conversation dives into Miami’s rise as a global destination, the challenges that came with that growth, affordable housing, attracting businesses and high-paying jobs, and why Suarez believes there’s a major difference between being a good politician and being a good leader.

The guys also talk about the explosion of sports in South Florida, bringing Inter Miami to the city, Lionel Messi’s impact on Miami, the story behind Miami Freedom Park, FIU athletics and philanthropy, AI and technology, and Suarez’s life after leaving office.

Plus, Suarez shares his favorite Cuban food, his go-to coffee order, and some of his favorite Miami sports memories.

🏝️ Stay Tranquilo

Topics:
• Growing up in Miami and the Suarez family legacy
• Leadership vs. politics
• Why Miami exploded in popularity
• The cost of Miami’s rapid growth
• Technology, AI and the future
• Bringing Inter Miami to the City of Miami
• Lionel Messi’s impact on South Florida
• The story behind Miami Freedom Park
• FIU athletics and giving back
• Miami becoming a global sports destination
• Life after serving as Mayor
• Francis Suarez’s favorite Miami sports memories

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The undefeated Miami native shares his journey from high school wrestling to law enforcement, balancing life as a Miami-Dade deputy with the demands of professional MMA, and the work ethic that helped him turn a longtime dream into reality.

Luis also talks about representing the 305 on the biggest stage in combat sports, training with Jorge Masvidal, the growth of MMA in South Florida, and his ultimate goal: fighting — and eventually headlining — a UFC card right here in Miami.

We also get into his Cuban roots, his 100% finish mentality, the support of his wife and family, and the affirmations he wrote years ago saying one day he would make it to the UFC.

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0:00 The Dream of a Miami Main Event
1:04 A Chance Encounter at 30,000 Feet
2:52 The Reality of a Whirlwind Week
5:24 Representing the Badge in the Cage
9:08 From High School Wrestling to the Pro Ranks
22:04 Looking Ahead to the Next Fight

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Ron takes us back to the early days of Zoo Miami, shares the story behind his iconic Hurricane Andrew flamingo photo, explains how zoos have evolved from attractions into conservation institutions, and opens up about how his upbringing and his father shaped his lifelong passion for animals.

We also dive into Ron’s push to make the American flamingo Florida’s official state bird, why he believes the flamingo represents the entire state, the conservation success story behind its return to Florida, and the ongoing work to restore the Everglades.

Plus, Ron shares:
🦁 How Zoo Miami has changed over his 46-year career
🐘 Why elephants are the most incredible animals he’s experienced in the wild
🌎 His perspective on climate change and the next generation of conservationists
💰 Why chasing money alone won’t make you happy
❤️ The wild story of how a crocodile bite eventually led him to meeting his wife
🦩 Why Florida needs the flamingo as its state bird
🌴 His favorite Cuban food
😎 And what it means to truly Stay Tranquilo

A conversation about following your purpose, protecting the natural world, appreciating what really matters, and doing what you love.

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0:00 The State Bird Debate
0:45 A Legend in Conservation
2:21 The Evolution of Zoo Miami
4:00 A Crocodile and a Love Story
6:24 The Greatest Scam in the World
10:58 The Squirrel That Changed Everything
24:33 The Campaign for the Flamingo

#RonMagill #ZooMiami #StayTranquilo #Miami #Florida #Flamingo #Wildlife #Conservation #Everglades #Podcast

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Isabella shares her journey from being born in Cuba, moving through Spain and eventually settling in Miami, to discovering her passion for racing and competing internationally in France.

We dive into what it really takes to pursue a career in motorsports — from six-figure racing budgets and finding sponsors to building a personal brand, training mentally and physically, and refusing to quit when the odds are stacked against you.

We also talk about Cuba’s forgotten motorsports history, the importance of representing Cuban culture on an international stage, Isabella’s goals for the next generation of Cuban drivers, and a major next step in her racing career that she’s getting ready to announce.

In this episode:
🏎️ Becoming the first Cuban driver on the Formula 1 ladder
🇨🇺 Growing up between Cuba, Spain & Miami
🏁 Racing internationally in France
💰 The business and sponsorship side of motorsports
🧠 Mindset, persistence & overcoming adversity
📱 Why social media has become essential for modern athletes
🔥 What’s next for Isabella’s racing career
🌴 What it means to Stay Tranquilo

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0:00 The Forgotten History of F1 in Cuba
0:57 Meet the First Cuban-American F1 Driver
2:08 The Unspoken Truth About Success
5:42 From Havana to Miami: A Journey of Resilience
12:28 Born with a Passion for Speed
19:01 The Brutal Reality of Racing Economics
28:03 The Power of Personal Branding for Athletes
42:02 Inspiring the Next Generation of Cuban Drivers

#StayTranquilo #IsabellaAbreu #Formula1 #F1 #Motorsports #CubanAmerican #Racing

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Chris shares his journey from earning his PhD and researching pediatric brain cancer to joining Live Like Bella, where he now helps build partnerships and initiatives designed to make a greater impact for children and families facing cancer.

We dive into the Comprehensive Childhood Cancer Network (CCCN) — Live Like Bella’s collaborative initiative aimed at creating a centralized ecosystem for childhood cancer resources, research, clinical trials, education, and support.

Chris also discusses:

🎗️ His journey from pediatric cancer researcher to Live Like Bella
🔬 The latest advancements in childhood cancer research
🤝 Why collaboration between hospitals, researchers, physicians, and families matters
🌐 The Comprehensive Childhood Cancer Network and its new family resource portal
🤖 How AI and shared data could impact the future of pediatric cancer research
🏥 Florida’s growing investment in childhood cancer research
💰 Why pediatric cancer remains underfunded compared to adult cancer
🎤 Live Like Bella’s upcoming Childhood Cancer Research Symposium
💃 Bella’s Ball and how supporters can get involved
❤️ What it truly means to Live Like Bella

Live Like Bella continues to honor Bella Rodriguez-Torres’ legacy by helping families, funding research, advocating for childhood cancer initiatives, and connecting the people working toward better outcomes for children everywhere.

The 6th Annual Live Like Bella Childhood Cancer Research Symposium takes place September 24–25, with the CCCN portal officially becoming available to the public on September 25.

Bella’s Ball follows on September 26.

Whether through donating, volunteering, attending an event, or simply spreading awareness, there are countless ways to support the mission.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring conversation about research, collaboration, hope, and the continued legacy of Bella.

#StayTranquilo #LiveLikeBella #ChildhoodCancer #PediatricCancer #CancerResearch #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #LiveLikeBellaFoundation #StayTranquiloPodcast

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0:00 Intro, the pour & why Diplomático is a legacy brand

4:17 200 years of Venezuelan rum & going global (0 → 103)

10:09 The strategy: craft over budget & smart distribution

16:21 Community, hospitality & the people behind the brand

22:45 Cracking the US: sales, migration & the pandemic years

34:15 The Brown-Forman acquisition & keeping the soul

47:51 What's next: Café Diplomático & the go-to lineup

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Now, Fernando is the starting quarterback at Indiana, and he’s headed into the National Championship Game this Monday vs Miami—back in his hometown of Miami. We talk mindset, preparation, pressure, and what it means to come home with everything on the line.

Fernando breaks down why being a QB is “like studying for a final every week,” how visualization became a game-changer, and the weekly film routine that keeps him locked in. We also rewind to his Columbus state championship run, the late recruiting twist that took him from an Ivy League path to the Power 5, and what culture + discipline look like inside a winning locker room.

We also get into today’s NIL + transfer portal reality, the pros and the problems it creates, and how to stay focused when distractions are everywhere.

In this episode:

National Championship week mindset (Indiana vs Miami in Miami)

The QB weekly routine (downs, red zone, 2-minute, and more)

Visualization and staying calm under pressure

Columbus football culture shift + discipline turning a season around

Recruiting during COVID + signing twice

NIL, ego in the locker room, and the “highest bidder” era

Rapid fire (favorite Cuban food, favorite concepts, game day mindset)

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#StayTranquilo #CafecitoYCroquetas #FernandoMendoza #IndianaFootball #MiamiFootball #NationalChampionship #CollegeFootball #Quarterback #NIL

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