Celeste's Interest$

Every " Perla " has its story. In today's episode, Celeste has an engaging and heartfelt conversation with Ana Padilla , an incredible business woman and entrepreneur. Ana shares her story from her early struggles to finding the peral of Down Town Santa Ana . 

In this episode, Celeste defines and explores the concept of confetti moments and how to maxizime them. Celeste has a conversation with her mom, where they share their confetti moment practices and invite YOU to start taking advantage of your small pockets of time.

In this episode, Celeste interviews Tiffani Herron , a true mogul in the making! From a young age, Tiffani had the drive and passion to make an impact. She shares her experiences as a relator, business woman and fellow podcaster and engages Celeste in a truly inspiring conversation.

Celeste is on location at Choura Events where she learns how "not being boring" and special event planning go hand-in-hand. General manager, Jeff Ginter and his team share what makes Choura a special place to work. 

Celeste shares her insights on problem solving and gives strategies on how to handle problems.

Celeste interviews Mimi and Jovan (owners of the White House Events Center ) who share how they came from immigrant parents to now living the American Dream. She goes in depth with this "Power Couple" about their entrepreneurial journey, the trials, and tribulations of success! Get ready, this one is a 2 part episode...enjoy!

With summer around the corner, Celeste shares why you shouldn't take your foot of the gas and offers some tips to keep you improving all summer long.

Celeste engages in a discussion with @Maria_G_Fit about health and how you have the ability to change the trajectory of your life. Maria shares how consistency, hard work and helping her clients reach their goals are the ingredients for success. 

Celeste wishes all the moms a happy mother's day and invites Lydia Danielle, Nancy Gonzalez, Flor Barajas-Ten, Lisette Nunez and Connie Gonzalez to explain what motherhood means to them and share what they love most about being a mom.

Celeste dives deep into conversation with former child actor Chris Aguilar. From Kid Songs to Sinfeld and most recently Into the Wood, Chris shares how he balances life as an actor and talks about his purpose: bringing mental health awareness through his play, "stanD".

Celeste shares her experience from a setback and how to turn them into an oppurtunity.

In this episode, Celeste explains what she means by the phrase "Prepare before you prepare". She shares her thoughts on the different types of preparation as well as the benefits of being prepared.

Celeste is on location at Coffee Muse where she meets the team and interviews Ricky Martinez owner and founder of this favorite artistan small batch coffee shop located in the heart of Down Town Santa Ana. Ricky shares what makes Coffee Muse a community, the story behind his logo and gives us insight on his plans for the future. 

Twenty episodes and it's a wrap. Celeste shares self-reflections, her "glows and grows" and takes us through the journey of Celeste's Interest$ season one. 

Celeste shares her views on why giving your full effort and commitment is important.

Celeste continues to explore the impact that current rising prices are having on small business. Beauty expert, Jess, from Sugared by Jess shares her story and talks about the struggles her small business has faced as result of the pandemic.

From cookies to business...Celeste shares how "Girl Scout Cookies" got her thinking about small businesses. Find out why small businesses are so important and the role they play in our communities. 

From gas to grocercies, we have all seen the prices go up. In this episode, Celeste shares her perspective on inflation and explains its effect on our daily life.

In this episode Celeste shows us love by sharing the different ways to express your love and affection to friends and those you care about. She reminds us, that as humans we are created to love and connect with one another.  

In this episode, Celeste shares why mentors are importants and has a conversation with her mentor, Brenda Robles, her former 4th grade teacher. Additionally, Celeste has the privillege of interviewing the California teacher of the year nominee, Alondra Diaz. These two leaders in education share their passion for teaching, community and the ripple effect of change they create. 

The new year is bound to test us with difficult choices. In this episode, Celeste deconstructs how she makes up her mind when she is faced with a tough choice and shares the important of relationships.

Celeste talks to Julie Castro-Cardenas, CEO of Elevated Ambition Enterprise. She learns when being an entrepreneur is in your blood, nothing, not even a pandemic can stand in your way. Julie shares her challenges, inspirations and how staying positive is helping her create a legacy for her children and community. 

Seasoned attorney, Joseph Sapien, shares his story and career changes. From insurance to law, in this "trail" Celeste hears about the different types and areas of law practice and learns why fairness is key.

Celeste dives into the world of public accounting and finds out what a CPA actually does. Elizabeth shares her insights on career, challenges and the importance of mentors.

Celeste shares her feelings on Thanksgiving and explains how being grateful each and every day creates an impact on the world. Plus a bonus treat from our valued listeners.