Tavito Stories

Catalina Island impacted the life of Luna early in her life. She grew up in a small community where everyone knew each other. Although living in a small community has its benefits, there are also downsides. Downside was something that was present in the Luna's life. A sheriff on the island once advised her to leave the island so she could leave her abusive boyfriend behind. Through the app Offer U...

'"I just watched an old movie that I think you would enjoy. It is on the recorded list, 'the African Queen"' reads the message. Movies are going to be our topic for our last episode with Michelle. In this episode, she will be sharing with us her favorite movie. As well as answering the theme question of the show "what does art means to you?" Send us a text Hey, podcast fans! I've been away for a w...

"There's somebody special for everybody, I'm lucky to have found mine."-Michelle Cave In our third episode of sharing Michelle's story, we will learn how she met her love of her life life while traveling. I shared my experience about hearing the phrase "the one" and learning that there are certain desirable qualities that are sought after. As I shared this with her, she shared how there were no pr...

Michelle closed Red Bicycle Catering when Covid 19 lockdowns happened. Red Bicycle catering was a perfect unity of both Michelle’s love for cooking delicious whole food and her passion for providing nutrition education to her community. I remember once eating lunch with Michelle, her husband, and neighbor after a hard day of work. She made Barbecued chicken for lunch and it was, hands down, the be...

In today’s episode, I am going to be sharing the story of Michelle and her specialization in nutrition. Her nutrition education has inspired her love for culinary arts and has led to a desire to create delicious, nutrient-dense recipes using nature’s best preventative medicine. Fresh seasonal whole food. In our first episode, Michelle is going to be sharing the story behind Red Bicycle Catering. S...

In our last episode sharing the story of Aaron Torres, we are going to dive into the topic of work ethic and sense of awareness. Throughout the episode, he is going to share with us how he expresses his creativity, as well as answer the theme question of the show. “What does art means to you?” Send us a text Hey, podcast fans! I've been away for a while, but I'm working hard to bring you some amaz...

Aaron Torres loves to travel one of his plans is to travel to other places around the world. Meanwhile, he has visited different states around the United States. Where he has been able to see the different cultures and lifestyle that are in the United States. Some of these states include Arkansas, Massachusetts, Idaho, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Texas and the capital of the United States Washin...

Aaron Torres's favorite dish is Poke, Poke bowl is a Hawaiian dish with chopped seafood. Originally its main ingredient is tuna. According to timotis.com “it is believed that the poke bowl was first prepared by native Polynesians, who made it with raw beef fish, seasoned with sea salt and seaweed, and topped with crushed candlenut.” Aaron enjoys all types of seafood, but Poke bowl is one of his fa...

In today's episode, I'll share the story of Aaron Torres. Aaron assisted me with recording the voice overs for the first episodes. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and is currently pursuing a Master's degree. Aaron says, “In 2 years I pray to graduate with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I love this field because I appreciate both the scientific and human wholeness perspectives...

Jess Ballard is now a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher and received certification from Empowered Yoga Teacher Training (TM). The experiences that she has had in her field of study and work environment help her work as she teaches yoga through a trauma-informed and justice-centered lens, recognizing that people may show up on the mat for several reasons, experiences, and/or traumas that the 8-limbe...

Jess has worked in the Prevention Department at Peace Over Violence (POV) a rape crisis and domestic violence center. Following her time with POV, she worked at Shasta College, overseeing the Shasta CARES (Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education for Safety) Program. Within her previous roles at Shasta College and Peace Over Violence, she has had the opportunity to facilitate workshops and traini...

Jess attended the University of California Irvine where she received her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a Minor in Education. She has worked in the Prevention Department at Peace Over Violence (POV) a rape crisis and domestic violence center. On our second episode she will be sharing how she uses Yoga to help couples with their relationships. Send us a text Hey, podcast fans! I've been away...

On today’s episode I will be sharing the story of Jess Ballard, the creator of Letting Love In. I met Jess while working out at NSFIT. I was working out on the stationary bike in the room where she used to teach Yoga. As I was heading out to wrestling practice, I met Jess walking into the room. She invited me to her yoga class and gave me her business card with her Yoga class schedule. I was in th...

In this episode, I will be sharing the story of Jack Morgan. Currently, he is pursuing a BA in Commercial Music at Simpson University. In addition, Jack loves to eat street tacos, run, play basketball, write, and even record music. The first episode will focus on the darkest moments in his early 20s Sources Venable, Paige. "Peer Pressure is Getting Worse: Why is that, and how can we Fix it?" Daily...

In this special episode, I will be chatting with Gina Smith from Cottonwood, California. During a conversation about the New Year, I asked her which year had been her favorite. Second, we have Armando, a former wrestling teammate, and friend. On a phone call, I asked him some questions about this year. Last but not least, I wish you all a happy new year. I hope you are all having an enjoyable time...

On our second episode sharing the story of Riley. We will be sharing on how he expresses his creative side. On top of that Riley has traveled to different cities and countries around the world. He has traveled Italy where he visited Venice, and Florence. As well visiting the City of Barcelona in Spain. On the summer of 2022 he went on a mission trip El Salvador my home country. Send us a text Hey,...

During this time of the year we get to see our family and loved ones. We also get to take a break from school. Some of us have just graduated from college like me or you. It is for surely an stress reliever to have completed your hardest semester of college. This is because it was for surely a hard semester for me to balance my life as an student athlete, podcaster among other things. If you gradu...

Riley Unrau is currently studying at Simpson University with a BA in Biblical Studies. In addition to that Riley’s favorite dish is Pad Thai. An interesting fact about Pad Thai is that by the end of World War 2 it was established as part of Thailand’s national identity. When Thai immigrants came to the United States, they brough this authentic and delicious dish with them. As you hear about Riley...

This is our last episode featuring Dr. Kim's story. This episode was recorded a year ago and it has taken me about a year to bring his story together and bring him as one of our Aspirational People. As part of this episode, Dr. Kim will share a message to students as well as what he learned from his major failures Send us a text Hey, podcast fans! I've been away for a while, but I'm working hard t...

This past Sunday November 4 Simpson University and Shasta College presented Rutter Gloria which was performed by the Simpson University Chorale, Simpson Symphonic Choir, Simpson Jazz Ensemble and Shasta Symphony Orchestra. The concert was led by Dr. Kim and Dr. Jeff Specht, the music director and conductor of the Shasta Symphonic Orchestra. He is the director of Orchestra’s and band at Shasta Coll...

Our third episode sharing the story of Dr. Kim. I would like to take this time to share more details about KSK Music Production. On October 10, 2021, KSK Music Production released the first song titled “You’re”. A song that Dr. Kim stated was given to him through his prayers. A song that would bring healing not only to individuals, but also to nations. You can listen to this song on YouTube as You...

Dr. Kim was a finalist for the 2021 America Prize for major choral works in the professional division. He has received international recognition after winning the Grand Prize at the 2008 Chanticleer Choral Composition Competition. Dr. Kim’s 2008 winning composition was titled Sanctus. According to Chanticleer.org the composition fuses older music forms and texts with a contemporary voice. As Dr. K...

This past Monday, November 21st was my second year with Tavito Stories Podcast. On this Thanksgiving special, I would like to share what the students, staff, and faculty of Simpson University said they love to make and eat for Thanksgiving and the other ways they celebrate the season. Throughout this episode, I will also be sharing information and facts about Thanksgiving. Sources Kaufman, Anna. "...

Dr. Kim obtained his Bachelor of Music Composition degree at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. To earn his master's degree with Distinction in Choral Conducting he attended Westminster Choir College of Rider University. Where he was the graduate assistant conductor of Westminster Williamson Voices and graduate assistant conductor for Westminster Symphonic Choir. Later on, he continued to pu...

Irene earned her bachelor’s degree in liberal studies, master’s in education, and teaching credential at Cal State Bakersfield, and her administrative credential at Azusa Pacific University. In our fourth episode of sharing Irene's story, she will share how she met God in her life. Send us a text Hey, podcast fans! I've been away for a while, but I'm working hard to bring you some amazing conversa...