Mauricio Mejia LIVE

Grammy-nominated duo Los Rakas joins me to discuss their musical journey. The episode delves into their Panamanian roots, Oakland upbringing, and the evolution of their unique sound. They explore the music industry challenges they've faced, their early careers, and the significant influence of their culture. Highlighting the creation of their hit 'La Piscina,' the conversation also emphasizes the...

In this inspiring episode, renowned artist Ignacio "Nacho" Moya shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings in Guanajuato, Mexico, to becoming a celebrated artist in Hollywood. Nacho discusses his early passion for art, the challenges of moving to the United States, and the struggles he faced, including a period of homelessness. Through sheer determination, manifestation, and hard work, N...

In this episode of 'Mauricio Mejia Live,' I interview NBC and Telemundo journalist Damian Trujillo. We explore Damian's inspiring journey from working on a farm to becoming an impactful reporter. Further covering his childhood, educational path at San Jose State, and career milestones in broadcasting. The conversation underscores the significant role of news reporting in the community, the importa...

Managing Generational Wealth & Leaving a Legacy with Jacqueline Hernandez In this episode of 'Mauricio Mejia Live,' Silicon Valley entrepreneur and entertainment guru Mauricio Mejia welcomes special guest Jacqueline Hernandez. The discussion dives into Jacqueline's journey as an author, entrepreneur, and executive director of a home office, covering insightful topics such as the transformation...

This script delves into the compelling narrative of Clayton William, a notable figure in the music industry, tracing his evolution from his roots in San Jose's club scene to becoming a celebrated music producer and DJ. It highlights Clayton's early exposure to music, his entrepreneurial spirit, and how an injury catalyzed his shift from college athletics to music production. His move to Los Angele...

Kenny Thomas: From NBA to Entrepreneurship and Giving Back In this episode of Mauricio Mejia Live, recorded in downtown San Jose, Silicon Valley, Mauricio Mejia welcomes special guest Kenny Thomas, a former NBA player turned entrepreneur. The interview dives into Thomas' unique journey from his childhood in a military family, playing basketball across the U.S. and Germany, to his 11-year career in...

Overcoming Fear and Pursuing Passion: Artes's Journey from DACA Recipient to Celebrated Artist In this episode, the host sits down with Artes, a DACA recipient, artist, and entrepreneur, to discuss his inspiring journey from immigrating to the U.S. at a young age to becoming a recognized artist in San Jose, California. Artes shares his early love for art, influenced by his family's move from Guada...

This podcast script details the inspiring journeys of two young girls, Zenaida and Senaita, and their families, as they navigate the challenges of childhood cancer and neuroblastoma. Through a series of conversations hosted by Mauricio Mejia, the script explores the deeply emotional and physical adversities they faced, underscored by a strong emphasis on family, faith, and resilience. Zenaida's st...

A Journey Through Nightlife: Legacy, Lessons, and Revitalizing Downtown San Jose This script is a detailed conversation between two individuals deeply rooted in the nightlife and entertainment industry, reflecting on their experiences, lessons learned, and the evolution of their careers. The discussion begins with one person's unpaid initial learning phase in managing both the business and persona...

The Evolution of Nightlife in San Jose | Harry Evans Part 2 This script delves into a nostalgic recollection of the nightclub scene evolution in San Jose from the disco era of the '70s to the vibrant nightlife of the '90s and beyond. The narrator shares a comprehensive journey through this evolution, highlighting key moments like the inception of disco with places like Studio 54 in New York influe...

This episode of Mauricio Mejia Live features an in-depth interview with Harry Evans, a mentor, friend, and father figure to Mauricio Mejia, delving into Evans' life story from his beginnings as an immigrant from Iran to becoming a prominent figure in the nightlife scene in Silicon Valley. Evans shares his early life experiences, including the anticipation of moving to America, the process of immig...

Building an Empire with Paletas: The Salazar Brothers' Entrepreneurial Journey This episode of 'Mauricio Mejia Live' features the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of two Latino brothers from San Jose, California, who ventured into the paleta (Mexican popsicle) business. The host, Mauricio Mejia, explores their transition from traditional jobs to running a successful paleta business named Paleta P...

This episode features the compelling journey of Carlos Quezada, from his origins in a small farming town in Jalisco, Mexico, to achieving executive status in Silicon Valley's tech landscape. The story covers his challenging transitions from Mexico to the U.S., struggles with American education, and an unconventional entry into the technology sector despite lacking a formal background. Highlighted...

In this conversation, Mauricio Mejia and Ruben Resendez, the CEO of Adhere, share their entrepreneurial experiences, particularly about starting a business from ground zero and becoming multi-millionaires despite significant adversities. Ruben shares his journey from living on food stamps as a single father to becoming a successful entrepreneur, while Mauricio discusses his recovery from the 2008...

This enlightening dialogue brings to the fore, the inspirational journey of a successful Latina entrepreneur, Shanberry, who transitioned from being a radio personality to founding a flourishing makeup brand, Shades by Shan. Shanberry emphasizes the linkage of hard work and humility to success, sharing her experience of launching her business from scratch, eventually leading her brand to be among...

In an episode of Mauricio Mejia Live, twin DJs Carlos and Beto from the Bay Area share their unique entrepreneurial journey in the music industry. Initially from a construction background, the twins discuss their transition to DJing and their subsequent growth, influenced heavily by their father and mentors. They discuss overcoming challenges such as the Covid-19 pandemic by reevaluating their app...

Entrepreneurship, Music, and Life in the Fast Lane: An Interview with Mellow Man Ace In this energetic episode of 'Mauricio Mejia Live', Mauricio Mejia hosts a lively conversation with his special guest, Mellow Man Ace. Best known as the first Latino hip hop artist to gain global fame, Mellow Man Ace shares his fascinating journey, from humble beginnings as a Cuban refugee to worldwide stardom. Th...

Shaping Silicon Valley: The Pioneering Journey of Architecture and Entrepreneurship The podcast series features discussions with innovators in architecture in Silicon Valley, particularly at Topa Architecture. Covering journeys of the founding architect, Ramiro, from a small town in Mexico, and job captain, Parisa, from Iran, they highlight their influence in transforming downtown San Jose with a...

Entrepreneurship, Passion & Risk: Navigating the Business Landscape with Zach Waldren In episode four of season three on Mauricio Mejia live, host Mauricio Mejia holds a passionate discussion about entrepreneurship, risk, and business development with special guest Zach Waldren. Zach is the founder of Tailored by Design, a consulting company focused on placemaking for events, entertainment, re...

Transformative Journeys: Personal Health, Building Mental Fortitude and Enabling Positive Change In this episode, Silicon Valley entrepreneur Mauricio Mejia and his nutritional coach, Mike Escobar, discuss the profound impact of health on business success and personal transformation. Mejia details his 25-pound weight loss journey under Escobar's coaching. Escobar shares his motivation to adopt a h...

Mauricio Mejia Live: The Quantum Thinking Path Towards Success In season three, episode two of 'Mauricio Mejia Live', Mauricio Mejia, a successful Silicon Valley entrepreneur, author, speaker, and entertainment guru joined by Jeanine Escobar, discuss their personal life experiences and entrepreneurial journeys. They share their emphasis on the concepts of 'Decide, Commit, Execute' and stress the i...

Year of the Dragon: Kick-starting Season Three of Mauricio Mejia Live In the first episode of season three of Mauricio Mejia Live, Mauricio sets the tone for the new year of 2024, coined as Year of the Dragon. He discusses his plans for the podcast, including covering trials, errors and successes associated with startup companies. He also mentions his experiences as an entrepreneur in the entertai...