A Minority's Report

Mary Avalos is a realtor with Keller Williams and she's been in the business for 20 years. She is a top producing agent and earning multiple awards and recognition across the Reno-Sparks community, but what stands out the most about Mary is not just the success, it's the service behind it. She also has her own NPO, Courageous Corazon. If you enjoy this episode, please like, leave a comment...

From times in youth ministry, to an unsanctioned security ministry, and even having to step down from certain roles, it has all led to this moment in time of being a pastor here in the Reno Sparks area. I'll take you through my journey in ministry, balancing the many different hats I wear, and the calling to being a pastor at First International Christian Fellowship. If you enjoy this episode,...

Todays guest is someone whose career speaks loudly, but whose perspective speaks even louder. Shayla Gifford has spent over 20 years in the mortgage industry. She's originated more than 1.5 billion dollars in volume, helped over 6,000 families achieve home ownership, and earned recognition as a top 1% originator and top women originator. She's built and lead teams over 100 professionals, f...

Thank you for your support in this journey of A Minority's Report podcast. Lots of learning and stories that were shared throughout this year and we just wanted to thank you for coming along for the ride and sticking with us! Big plans for next year so stay tuned! If you enjoy this episode, please like, leave a comment, and if you feel led, subscribe for more future episodes. And if you have any s...

Pastor Craig Dyson and I discuss the intersection between faith and politics after the tragic assassination of our brother, Charlie Kirk. Pastor Craig is the lead pastor at Convo Church here in Reno Nevada. He is not afraid to tackle the hard conversations connecting culture and politics to our Christian faith. He has also partnered together with Turning Point USA Faith to help people see the conn...

A mortgage officer at Guild Mortgage which is more than a title for her. She is someone whose story stretches across cultures, sacrifice, perseverance, and success. From growing up in Southern California, to navigating towns, to working her way through college and eventually finding her calling in the mortgage industry. Melody's journey is one that many of us can relate to and one that can ins...

A deacon of our church, Larry is a creative and passionate person whose story goes far beyond the chair. Listen in as you hear about his move to the States from the Philippines, life before the accident, and how his life was transformed after it, along with his journey of faith, trials, and triumphs over the course of his life. If you enjoy this episode, please like, leave a comment, and if you fe...

Born in Guadalajara, Mexico and is now a branch manager at Guild Mortgage. From bagging groceries at Raley's to now helping thousands of families secure home ownership. His story is a masterclass in perseverance. This episode will follow Jorge's journey stage by stage and each part will speak to those who ever asked, "can someone like me really make it?"If you enjoy this episode,...

A personal trainer, previously a DJ, a lifestyle health coach, a gas station owner, and an all around entrepreneur. Listen in as he shares stories of growing up in the area, his relationship with his parents, wife, kids, and clients, and his journey through business. If you enjoy this episode, please like, leave a comment, and if you feel led, subscribe for more future episodes. And if you have an...

Another solo episode! This is my story on how I went bartering goods at an early age, exchanging candies for help on homework, then selling fake branded shirts and Korean blankets. From those early times to working at airport security where color blindness and a simple test changed the course of my career. Started a Filipino store in downtown Reno that expanded into a Filipino restaurant called Ma...

Today’s guest is a mans whose life is a beautiful collision of purpose, perseverance, and calling. From the bustling streets of Santiago, Chile, to the mountains of Reno, Nevada, Pastor Leo Castro of Eternity Christian Center has lived a life of faith and transformation. He’s not just a husband, father, or a pastor, but he is a bridge builder between cultures, a servant leader in the Hispanic chur...

This one is personal. Here is my story of moving to the United States. The struggles that I faced going to school in a different country, challenges with my relationships, my parents divorce, thoughts of suicide and possible crime, all leading up to my coming of faith and encounter with Jesus. Hope my story brings encouragement, help to those that are struggling in their own life, and hope to thos...

Jhem is currently the owner of Ace Dry cleaning with multiple locations around the Reno/Sparks area. He has been in the dry cleaning business for 20 years, was a previous smog check shop owner, involvement in the carpet cleaning business prior, and also owning his own car shop in the past, but beneath the hustle, there was a man that built a legacy. Continuous pushing, not caring of being tired, b...

Angie is the founder and operator of Premier Credit Solutions. She continues to help people that struggle with their credit score, teaches and guides them on how to bring that score up. She goes to high schools to teach credit and help invest in students future. If anyone need help with credit, or has any questions about it, she is the person to go to. Along with this, she is a single mom, an avid...

A dynamic entrepreneur and a visionary who's not just continuing a family legacy but reshaping it with innovation heart and grit. From the roots planted from his mother, to new heights that he's taking Manila Hong Kong together with his wife Mylene, Ronnie embodies what it means to honor the past, while boldly stepping into the future.

Sorry for audio issues this episode, recording went to laptop instead of our system, but we hope you still enjoy the episode! In this episode, we have Gilbert Dayao. He ran Gilsons Autobody for 30 years before selling in 2015. Listen in as he shares stories on how the shop got started, his journey in entrepreneurship, being an immigrant in a very rare place in Nevada, advice, and much more.

Owner along side her mom, Tita Alice, of Manila Hong Kong, the staple store and a hub for the filipino community in the Reno Sparks area. Becky and her family has had a huge influence with the Filipino community in the area, with her involvement in the Philippine Heritage Society and APAN. Later started the Filipino Basketball League. Becky started with the bank and now runs a business as a mortga...

Rommel M Ferrer: Retired LTC of Nevada Army National Guard G3. Deputy chief of staff plans operations and training. Ro was born in Manila, Philippines and immigrated to the US in 1986. He initially enlisted in the Marine Corp from 1991-1995 and then enlisted in the Nevada Army National Guard in 2004. Was commissioned as Second Lieutenant through Officer Candidate School in 2005. He commanded the N...

Mailani Espiritu Odunsi: Currently a pharmacist with Walgreens, Listen in as she shares her story of how she became a pharmacist. From not even wanting to be one, pursuing this career and being very successful in the field. Also, stories about the differences between being a pharmacist here in the States versus back home in the Philippines. Mai also shares a lot on how her faith has brought her to...

*WARNING: this episode contains themes of drug abuse, suicide, and sexual assault. Viewer discretion is advised.* Pastor Angelo Austria: Senior Pastor and Leader in the Reno/Sparks area for 24 years with core focus being on the inner city. Dedicated his life to serving the marginalized community through the concept of development or simply giving people a hand up. He has served as a national leade...

Starting from Scolari's, promoting Pimp Juice, to now running his own DJ and entertainment business, listen to the journey of my good friend DJ Kentot of Amplified Entertainment! To watch full episode click link below: https://youtu.be/jTU1cHrTC00

Dive into the world of photography, how to get started, and understanding the struggles through this creative outlet with my friend and editor of this podcast, Mikey! Graduated with a bachelor of art with an emphasis in digital media. Specializes in portrait photos, primarily focusing on seniors of high school and college, along with family photos. Former worship leader with our church at FICF in...

In this first episode of A Minority's Report, I sit down with my good friend Dr. Newton Yco and talk about his journey as a D.O. and the challenges that he has faced along the way.