Dr. Victor Rios

Sueños To Success Podcast with Dr. Victor Rios

Education EN ↓ 30 episodes

My name is Dr. Victor Rios. Once a high school dropout and juvenile delinquent, my life was transformed by a teacher who believed in me. Today, I hold a Ph. D. from UC Berkeley, serve as a MacArthur Foundation Professor, have authored nine books, and delivered a TED Talk viewed by over 1.7 million people. Adversity is a part of life, but it doesn’t have to define us. This podcast is about making sense of our struggles and discovering how to turn our dreams (sueños) into success. Through inspiring stories, research-based strategies, and actionable insights, we explore how to rise above challeng...

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Dr. Victor Rios

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Episode #5 with Raquel Rios (Victor's Mom) 04.02.2025 59:17

The final episode of Season One of Sueños to Success! In this deeply personal and emotional conversation, ⁠Dr. Victor Rios⁠ sits down with his mom to discuss the struggles and healing that shaped their journey. 💡 The pain of being left as a child and how it impacted their relationship 💡 Her battles with mental health—and the darkest moments they faced together 💡 How they found healing, forgiven...

Episode #4 with Dr. Rebeca Mireles-Rios 28.01.2025 54:05

In this episode of Sueños to Success, Dr. Victor Rios is joined by Dr. Rebeca Mireles-Rios, his wife of 25 years, for an intimate and insightful conversation. Together, they’ll share: 💡 Lessons from their 25-year marriage 💡 Strategies for raising successful kids 💡 How to build strong, lasting family bonds. This episode is a heartfelt celebration of resilience, family, and the secrets to creatin...

Episode #3 - Dr. Victor Rios is joined by Angel Ramirez, Retired Chairman and CEO of Deckers Brands 20.01.2025 1:12:09

Dr. Victor Rios is joined by Angel Ramirez , Retired Chairman and CEO of Deckers Brands—home to iconic names like UGG, HOKA, and Teva . Angel’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary: In this episode, Angel shares his incredible story—from immigrating from Cuba to leading a global brand. Angel’s story embodies the values of: hard work, perseverance, and the power of community. Whether you’re dr...

Episode #2 with Demontea Thompson 13.01.2025 54:44

Get ready to be inspired as Demontea Thompson joins the Sueños to Success Podcast! From growing up in foster care in Compton to becoming a Ph. D. candidate at UCLA, Demontea’s journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of education. As the Executive Director of Twinspire, Demontea is changing lives by empowering marginalized young adults and foster youth. Tune in to hear hi...

Sueños to Success Podcast - Episode #1 with Dr. Victor Rios 03.01.2025 41:14

In this podcast, we'll dive into research and brainstorm ideas based on cutting-edge studies in psychology, sociology, economics, education to explore what makes people thrive despite their adversities. We'll break down the science of resilience and success, discussing the habits, mindsets, and networks that can empower you to rise above your challenges. Whether you're at the beginning of your jou...