This week I visit with Emanuel Pleitez. Emanuel has his hands in a number of ventures, but the real story is how he got there. Emanuel shares his journey with me and reflects on some of the people who have helped him throughout his journey. Check it out, and if you want to share your journey, please let me know. #firstgen #college #educationaljourney #Stanford #LosAngeles #podcast #inspirational #aspirational

This week I'm joined by Ms. Vanesa Castellanos. Vanesa shares her educational journey and reflects on some of the challenges she encountered along the way. Check it out!

This week I am joined by Edwin Gomez, athletic trainer. Edwin serves as an athletic trainer for high schools students, but before becoming a trainer, Edwin aspired to be a dancer. We talk about his academic and personal journey and he reflects on some of the challenges he had to overcome along the way. As always, thank you for listening and please don't forget to share. #podcast #college #collegelife #dance #athletics #athletictraining #motivational #inspirational

This week I have the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Eva Mejia. Eva talks about her educational journey, from growing up in Tijuana and Chula Vista to finding her way to her current work, disrupting inequity and supporting the development of young people of color. Check it out! #education #college #highereducation #Stanford #Harvard #Inspirational #socialjustice #podcast

This week, my guest is Drew Martinez. Drew's journey takes us from raising poisonous amphibians as a teen to his journey to and from college. It's a fascinating interview. Check it out! #podcast #highereducation #college #engineer #inspirational #latino #Stanford #plants #carnivorousplants

This week I visit with my childhood friend and high school classmate, Maria Caceres Boneau. Maria and I share some of our memories growing up in Elsa, TX and discuss some of the educational experiences that have shaped us. She also talks about her journey to where she's at today. Check it out!

My guest this week is Mr. Jose Cole Gutierrez. Jose and I talk about his educational journey, the lessons learned along the way and the advice he offers to parents with teens, who are trying to navigate the college admissions process. Check it out and don't forget to share. #education #inspiration #Latinxsuccess #Stanford #highereducation #Harvard #highereducation #educationaljourney #collegeadmissions

This week I sit down with Ms. Briseida Tijerina as she recounts her educational journey from Monterrey, Mexico to the United States. Check it out!

This week I visit with Mr. James Silva. James is the founder of Concierge Bot and he takes the time to share his educational and professional journey with us. Check it out! #latinxsuccess #startup #highereducation #college #education #inspirational #journey #lgbtq

Like many throughout Texas, the winter storm left us without power so we weren't able to upload a podcast last week. This week, I'm joined by Mr. Jose Ferrel. Jose and I talk about growing up in Baldwin Park, California, making his way to Stanford and life after college. Check it out.