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In this episode, attorney Aycan Iskent shares her personal journey as an immigrant and her professional insights into the complexities of immigration law. She discusses the challenges faced by immigrants navigating the U.S. immigration system, particularly in light of recent policy changes. Join us as we discuss the intricacies of business immigration, the implications of the gold visa, the status...

Dr. Kristine Jones is known for her warmth, empathy, and deeply human approach to care. With a strong belief in treating the whole person, "mind, body, and spirit," she combines compassion with a genuine dedication to understanding each patient’s unique needs. Her diverse background, artistic talents, and love for learning reflect a curious, creative spirit and a deep connection to cultu...

Tatiyana Baghdadlian is the CEO of Oats Tanning, a premier airbrush tanning salon located in Pasadena California. Tatiyana started work in the tanning industry when she was 15 years old, gaining valuable knowledge and experiences that allow her to provide results like no other. In this episode, we discuss her start in the spray tanning world, how she navigated opening her business as a fresh colle...

Chris Kuzmicz is a firefighter who was on the ground during the recent Los Angeles fires in Altadena and Pacific Palisades. Yadira Kuzmicz is his loving wife and pillar of support, running the household while Chris is on deployment. In this episode, we discuss the logistics behind the recent California wildfires, what other duties firefighters have, how firefighting affects the home environment, h...

Hershel Abram is a captivating figure—an exceptionally talented and charismatic musician with a special focus on percussion and the Darbuka. While his rock ‘n’ roll appearance might suggest a larger-than-life persona, offstage he exudes a sense of calm and peace, while onstage he brings an electrifying energy that pulls his audience into his dynamic, eclectic performances. In this conversation, we...

Natalie Schneider-Smith is a fantastically talented Family Law Attorney armed with a wealth of knowledge about the law, and years of experience practicing in her field. She provides interesting insights into some of the nuances around California's family laws, and shares valuable information about how the family courts generally function. In this episode, we discuss Family Law in general, the...

Claudia Constancio shares her journey through reciprocal IVF, life as a married same-sex couple with children, and how her personal experiences have shaped her into who she is today. We dive into the challenges of marriage, including juggling playdates for the kids, navigating roles and responsibilities within the relationship, and carving out quality time together amidst the busy demands of every...

In this episode, Bel Kazanci shares the journey that led her to create her fashion empire, BEL KAZAN. Inspired by the people and stories of Bali, she reflects on the pivotal moments and experiences that sparked her vision, the development process behind her brand, and the impact it has had on both her life and the lives of those around her. We also explore her childhood in Turkey, the unique chall...

With deafening war sirens going off in Beirut and kidnappings all over the news, Antranik made a life-changing decision to start a new life at the tender age of 17. He climbed into a refugee boat with his Lakers jersey on and headed for Cypress where he waited for homeland security to determine his fate. Is America the utopia he imagined? What did dual citizenship mean to him? Did the suburban str...

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ascentia Beauty Spa, Diana Dolmayan walks us through how she started building her company while pregnant and survived 3 covid shutdowns after opening the salon doors. Using her entrepreneurial badge of honor to lean into her own identity, this Queen has found a way to ward off relentless public criticism. As if that weren’t enough, Diana joins her husband, Jo...

Ani Keshishyan, a woman who has gone through unimaginable challenges with grace and resilience. She speaks on how she supported her father through his final days battling cancer and the traumatic story of her teenage daughter’s car going off a cliff in an accident.  As part of the family behind Brandview Collection and Anoush Catering (an Armenian Restaurant ), Ani also shares her experiences in t...

Family backlash, denial, an emotionally unsupportive marriage, social rejection from wearing a hijab and the pressure to keep her OCD a secret didn’t hold this woman back one bit. Ball busting family law litigator and mediator, Jeanann Khalife gets down to the bottom of how self- care helped her survive OCD and societal scrutiny over her voluntary decision to wear a hijab. Does the hijab equate to...

Let’s get real with our first guest, Mary Boccia, in a health-focused podcast where daring and fitness meets real life. Join Coach Boccia as she discusses the potential dangers of appetite suppressants and celebrates the empowering benefits of weightlifting post 30s. Make no mistake … this episode goes beyond the weights; it's a glimpse into how prioritizing your health and workouts can make you a...

Don’t skip your next meeting; you never know who you may find in that boardroom! Rachel Zamolo walks us through why she wears her surrogacy badge with pride ever since she met her gestational surrogate in the boardroom. From being in the delivery room to saying goodbye to empty nest syndrome, she tells about all the stages of motherhood. Skip to her life changing truth that comes to her on her 45t...

This 18 year old navy veteran turned single mom bombshell tells us all the juicy details of the dating scene as a single mom, happy endings, and massage clients with large erections. Jade Cucci gets real about parenting, both from the perspective of a child raised by alcoholic parents to becoming a co-parent post her divorce. Let's uncover truths about love, lust, marriage, and parenthood.  And if...

Next time you think you see a sign from the universe, we invite you to take the plunge. Vicky Tay represents how beneficial listening to the universe can be and tells the story of why that made her hop on a plane to India. Fast forward to this mama of three and life coach at Vicky Tay Wellness, living her best life! She unpacks her revolutionary 70% Theory and explores the depths of cultural ident...

Should you save yourself for marriage? Megan Lunz explains why she tossed that ideology out the door and how her thrilling 1 night stand turned into forever after. We explore romanticism and marriage from a modern perspective to bring you fresh takes on age old marriage advice . Megan, a dedicated mom of three, opens up the reality of being a full time mom and whether part-time jobs are realistic...

Jump into another compelling episode with a story of strength and resilience. With a cancer diagnosis at 39, two kids at home, and a blossoming teaching career ahead of her, Dr. Tanya Baronian refused to succumb to a rare form of carcinoma. Dr. Baronian opens up about her misdiagnosis and how during radiation she completed her EdD in Educational Leadership from the #1 program in the country—UCLA!...