The Break Room

In this special Father's Day episode of The Break Room, My dad and I share laughs, stories, and honest conversations as we tackle some questions teenagers have always wanted to ask their own dads. From family traditions and life lessons to dad jokes and generational differences, this episode is filled with the humor, heart, and few surprising truths you've been looking for! Happy Father's Day from...

The stage is set, the flags are flying, and the energy is unmatched. From Mexico 🇲🇽 to the U.S. 🇺🇸 to Canada 🇨🇦 and every team in between… this is where dreams turn into history. On today’s episode of The Break Room Podcast 🎙️, we’re talking all things World Cup 2026 — the hype, the rivalries, the underdogs, and YOUR favorite teams.

Bad Bunny didn’t just perform at the Super Bowl — he made history. In this episode, we explore why his halftime show resonated so deeply with Latinos across the U.S. From honoring past generations to inspiring the next, this conversation celebrates music, culture, Spanish language, and the powerful message that we all belong.

Come and take a break with us and join the conversation about our 5th anniversary of The Break Room, and the highlights of the past few years that have led us to grow into the podcast we are today!

This week we’re hanging out with two amazing PTA leaders— Shawna Straw from 9th District PTA and Edith Hernandez from Cajon Valley PTA Council. They break down why getting involved at your kid’s school isn't just for “those” parents—it’s for everyone . We’re talking volunteering, building community, and making real change —without it taking over your life. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or just...

In this episode, host Jose Sabedra chats with artist Joe Pisano of Pisano Artistry and TEDx Speaker Sophie Baxter about Joe's latest eye-catching creation: a massive puzzle piece built to raise awareness about autism. They explore the meaning behind the piece, the power of art in advocacy, and why every puzzle and every person matters. Tune in for an thought-provoking conversation made for you...

On this episode of the Break Room, we go over the benefits of joining a performing arts class at school. Join me and my Director of Musical Theater Mrs. Kasey Viani, on this fun and emotional conversation.

For a teen, talking to a parent about mental health can be scary for a number of reasons. Today I’m joining forces with Ms. Maria Barrera, who is committed to addressing the youth mental health crisis, she is a powerful Colombian Latina, a Stanford educated engineer, great mentor and founder and CEO of Clayful Health. Join the conversation and take a break with us! For more information about Clayf...

Learn more about the artist behind the Art of Immortalizing Heroes. Retired Navy Chief, award winning artist, martial arts instructor, and veteran's advocate, Joe Pisano. Take a break with us and join the conversation.

Speaking in front of a crowd is one of the most nerve-wracking aspects in life. However public speaking comes with a lot of powerful benefits. Take a break with me as we hear from my wonderful mentor and TEDxKids@ElCajon Director Jen Petraglia, the magic of public speaking.

Rosie & Kennedy are two young, passionate dancers and TEDx speakers. They love Folklorico dance because it highlights the beauty of Mexican traditions and culture! Take a break with us and join the conversation!

In honor of Valentine's Day, we decided to sit down and talk about the meaning of friendships. Take a break with us and join the conversation!

Join the conversation as we discuss 5 fun ways to teach your kids about the true meaning of Christmas.

Did you know that expressing gratitude every day can have some health benefits? Take a break with us and join the conversation!

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. On the third Wednesday of October, we wear orange to stand against bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. But what exactly is bullying? Take a break with us and join the conversation to learn more.

Join the conversation and kick off with us the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which highlights the contributions of Latinos in the United States.

Take a break with us and learn about the benefits of traveling and how it affects your well-being.

In this episode, I had a very special guest directly from the beautiful city of Albuquerque NM! Take a break with us and learn more about musician and recording artist Robbie Jude!

Leadership is the ability to lift & inspire... and our special guest in today's episode does just THAT! Take a break and join my conversation with Dr. David Miyashiro, Superintendent of the Cajon Valley School District, and learn what inspired him to get involved in education and his advice for other young students out there!

In this podcast episode, music teacher, musician, and recording artist Mike Reyes from The Two Turtles Duo shares with us his love for teaching music. Take a break with us and join this fun conversation! Don't forget to listen to Mike's album "Crossing Over" on your favorite digital platforms!

Join us to celebrate Mom and listen to 10 fun facts I bet you didn't know about Mother’s Day!

Although May 4th was set as Anti-Bullying Day. Anti-Bullying is something we should practice every day. Kids and young adults alike are experiencing this every day. We need to stand together and put an end to this. Come and take a break with us, and please share with all the young people you know! Be a friend, not a bully!

Take a break with me and hear all about my experience at a recent middle school construction camp. Special shout out to the NAWIC Future Construction Leaders Foundation and community leaders Ashley & Anthony Carnevale, Andrew Hayes, and Brian Jones.

Talking about Super Mario Bros. The movie coming to theaters on April 5th, 2023 and other cool facts about Super Mario!

In this episode we share the meaning of the celebration of Dia de los Reyes Magos. Take a break and join us!