Persistence in Adversity with Dr. Adame

Lizzy de la Garza Putegnat is the Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations at Titan Fuel, a fuel export company, where she leads government affairs, marketing, and community outreach. Previously, she worked at Schneider Electric, a Fortune Global 500 company, where she provided energy management consulting for the public sector. Earlier, she was Director of Business Recruitment, Retention,...

In this episode Rich shares about how he became an author and how he teaches others to command their money. He also shares life advice and how money has played a big role in his life. Rich quit his job at an elementary school to pursue his dreams of being an entrepreneur and started a marketing business, then became a published author of "Sheep Amid Wolves" an adult book on financial literacy, and...

In this episode Felida Villarreal shares a bit about her story and what experiences have shaped her life. Felida currently serves as President & CEO of Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA), a transformative regional nonprofit founded in 1995 that empowers Rio Grande Valley residents to achieve economic prosperity through market-driven training, resources, and career pathways. A...

On April 2025 Sarah Hammond, President of Atlas Electric and Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Plumbing Services, Inc., shared about her early years and a bit of her story in the podcast. In this episode Sarah also discussed challenges of managing in a male dominated industry. Sarah is the founder of Intentionally BridgeIt, an organization dedicated to supporting women business owners through i...

In this 2023 podcast interview Della shares about her early years, a bit of her education and also about what she does in the community. Della Fay Perez is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Angels of Love, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering survivors, supporting families in crisis, and fostering healing through advocacy, education, and compassion. Under her leadership, Angel...

During the March 2025 Sandra Garcia shared a bit of her story with us. Sandra is currently the Manager of Public Affairs with Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) as well as the RailPAC Assistant Treasurer. She worked for the City of Fort Worth and recently ended her career with retirement after 25 years as a Management Analyst. Sandra Maria Garcia is the Past State Chair of the Hispanic W...

In memory of the amazing mother, wife, community leader and person she was, thank you Sabrina for the legacy you have left behind. A path of strength, empathy, and beautiful memories that you shared with everyone that knew you! In this episode interview from 2023, Sabrina Walker Hernandez shares about her childhood memories and how it was for her growing up. She discusses her adversities and also...

Eliza M. Garza is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur in South Texas. Eliza is passionate about her Hispanic heritage and is proud to integrate it into the many facets of her life. She believes that part of a child’s pathway to empowerment and authenticity is identifying, understanding, and embracing their culture at a young age so they can be prouder of who they are. Eliza is the founder of Adve...

In this episode Benjamin Valdez shares about his early years and his experiences. He shares life experiences as well as his biggest adversity and what helped him overcome his obstacles. Mr. Valdez has had many hats throughout his life, in this conversation with him he provides life advice and also discusses how it was growing up without his father.

Easton Gomez is a home-schooled 7-year-old who became an author at a very young age. Easton is from the Rio Grande Valley and he has published 2 books. He wanted to follow his father's footsteps by writing a book about using your money wisely. You can find his books at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and other places. Easton Learns to Save is his first book, and Easton Learns to Budget is his latest book...

In this episode Cristina Solis Wilson shares a bit of her background story, her successes and struggles. She also discusses life stories as a mom, veteran, entrepreneur, and author. In addition, Mrs. Wilson provides life advice and a bit of her adversities and what helped her overcome them. Cristina, Cris as her friends call her, stands as a distinguished Combat Veteran, bringing over 25 years of...

In this episode Heather Ayala Segovia shares about her early years and entrepreneurship journey. She also shares about her childhood dream of becoming an author, which is now a reality. Heather is the owner of St. Michaels Ambulance Service and an author.

Dr. Annabelle Palomo, a native of the Rio Grande Valley, boasts an impressive academic background, having obtained a bachelor's, master’s, and doctorate in education from the University of Texas Pan American. With 17 years of experience in various educational roles, including teacher, principal, and executive director, she eventually pursued her passion by establishing a post-secondary institute t...

In this episode Dr. Nora De Hoyos Comstock, La Comadre, share her story of Las Comadres and a bit of her story. Dr. Nora is originally from the Rio Grande Valley and is the Founder of las Comadres para las Americas. This network of women was created with the purpose to support other women to excel in all areas of their life. Dr. Nora shares a bit of her personal story, her education, and also abou...

Marie Salazar Garcia is a passionate professional with a diverse range of expertise. She currently serves as the Business Development Representative for SAMES, Inc., where she specializes in the residential, land development, and economic development industries. Additionally, Marie holds the position of Sales Director with Mary Kay, where she finds fulfillment in inspiring beauty and enriching liv...

In this episode Dr. Felipe Sustaita shares his story of how he went from being a migrant worker to having a seat at the table. Also shares about not having a bed until he went to Michigan State University, and how picking strawberries and other fruit made him the person who he is today. He wrote a book dedicated to his father who taught him the importance of keeping your word. Felipe also discusse...

In this episode Dr. ET shares her story of being an immigrant to this country and how she would travel every day to and from Mexico to come to school in the United States while in elementary. She discusses some of her struggles and how this has impacted her life. Dr. ET provides life advice and also shares how she fell through the cracks in high school and later earned a GED.

Dr. John “Push” Gaines, former at-risk youth, is the CEO and founder of PUSH for Dreams. He's a best-selling author and Emmy-Nominated Speaker. Dr. Gaines Holds a bachelor’s degree from East Central University, where he was honored as The Outstanding Student in Business and Led the Football Team to Victory as Captain. He Also Has A master’s degree in business leadership and a Doctorate in Business...

  Her first job, as a high school dropout, was at fifteen, working for the Kirby Vacuum  Company . She later got her GED and completed her bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies with a minor in Special Education where she found a deep passion for teaching students with exceptionalities.  She later completed her doctoral coursework in business and leadership. She is best known for her creat...

Veronica ‘Ronnie’ Ontiveros is an entrepreneur and community leader in the Rio Grande Valley. She is the owner & broker of NextHome RGV Realty, which has been recognized with the Pinnacle Award as one of nation’s top 23% out of +500 franchise offices. Ronnie is the CEO and President of Med-Care EMS; one of the largest 911 emergency medical companies in South Texas and the sole owner and president...

Dr. Yvette Martínez-Vu is a Chicana mother-scholar who works as an academic coach and consultant. She has a Ph. D. in Theater and Performance Studies from UCLA. She is the producer and host of the Grad School Femtoring podcast and founder of Grad School Femtoring, LLC where she empowers first-generation students of color as they navigate higher education. Dr. Martinez-Vu is the co-author of the fo...

J.R. Gonzales is a native from Mercedes Texas and has become accomplished business owner, entrepreneur, political strategist, and public speaker who has dedicated his career to advocating for issues affecting Latino and minority communities. With over 20 years of experience in leadership positions at the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC), he has established himsel...

Attorney Deborah Cordova shares about her childhood growing up in the Rio Grande Valley. She talks about the importance of education, changing majors in college, and why she chose law school. Deborah graduated from St. Mary’s University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration in accounting. She received her law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 2002. Deborah also gradu...

Chicas in Class Podcast share their story on this episode. Zuleyca and Jainette met in Grad School, they talked about their adversities, how they juggle work, mom duties, the podcast and much more. They provide life advice and talk about some life challenges they have faced. Zuleyca's biggest adversity was having no one to pave the way for her. Jainette's biggest adversity was an abusive relations...

En este episodio Nincy Erazo nativa de Guatemala comparte sobre su vida y de como llego a los estados unidos cuando solo tenia tres añitos. Comparte sobre un impactante accidente que sufrio ella y su familia. Tambien habla de como fue victima de abuso fisico y mental, hasta que un dia por medio de un sueño, decide salir de la relacion. Tambien comparte de como decidio escribir un libro. Hoy ha esc...