Life, Lo Nuestro & Everything Else

June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Too many men suffer in silence, believing they have to carry life's challenges alone. This month, we're changing that conversation. Follow along as I share daily insights, resources, and practical ways to support the mental health of the men in our lives. If you're struggling, know this: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Visit Ernesto...

Discover the mindset shift that transforms Latino families’ financial futures—setting the foundation for generational wealth and long-term security. In this eye-opening episode, Omar Valencia shares how his own journey from a college major in music to a career in financial coaching was driven by a simple but powerful realization: most people, especially in the Latino community, lack essential fina...

In this sit-down, Mo shares how growing up in Puerto Rico and moving back and forth from NYC made him embrace change, but also keep his culture alive through art, language, and family traditions. We often equate change with loss, but really, it’s about growth—holding onto what’s fundamental while evolving. The biggest lesson? Being intentional about preserving your roots keeps you grounded amid li...

In this episode of Life, Lo Nuestro and Everything Else, host Ernesto Hernandez sits down with Arturo to discuss the various seasons of life, personal growth, and the importance of cultural roots. They explore how transitions shape identity, the significance of community support, and the value of pursuing passions. Arturo shares his journey from Mexico to the U.S., the challenges he faced, and the...

In this episode of Life, Lo Nuestro, and Everything Else, I sit down with artist and writer Antonio Alanis to have a real, honest conversation about identity, migration, art, and community. Antonio was born in Mexico and raised in Durham, North Carolina. We talk about how his immigrant experience has shaped his work, his perspective, and his commitment to social justice. I love how our conversatio...

In this conversation, Adanays and Ernesto explore the complexities of emotional expression in men, the immigrant experience from Cuba to America, and the importance of cultural roots. They discuss the challenges of navigating language and identity, the role of creativity in teaching, and the dynamics of parenting in a new era. The conversation also touches on cultural traditions, the importance of...