#126: This episode is all about the struggle of chasing a dream and the opportunities that come when you’re down and out. Just when you feel like the journey is over, and you’re ready to give it all up. Because the pain from continuing the chase feels impossible and it is no longer worth it.
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The bilingual podcast that celebrates and explores the complexities of living life between two (or more) cultures. Host, Maribel Quezada Smith presents stories and interviews about cultural identity, questioning the norm, and becoming empowered, among other topics that relate to the bicultural experience.
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Wednesday Dec 05, 2018
Wednesday Dec 05, 2018
#127: THOUSANDS of people suffer from some sort of confidence issue related to their body size. The scariest part is that this mentality has become the norm. How many times have you asked yourself… Do I look fat? It’s time to start asking WHY?
In this episode of Diferente, I confront some of my own beliefs regarding health and diet culture, with anti-diet registered dietitian, Christy Harrison, from the popular podcast Food Psych. We also talk about intuitive eating, health at every size and fat-phobia.
GET READY TO LISTEN WITH AN OPEN MIND!
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EPISODE CREDITS -
Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith
Editor, Ricardo Pujol
Production Assistant, Paola Chueca
Original Music by Keagan Stromberg
Wednesday Nov 28, 2018
Wednesday Nov 28, 2018
My guest this episode is my friend, Ervin Ross. Ervin and I go WAYYY back. And when we had a chance to sit down while I was in LA, we talked about his experience in pursuing his passion for the arts as an actor.
Ervin talks about something that is VERY familiar to many of us, learning to adapt and code switch between cultures without losing your unique personality.
Ironically, Ervin spent much of his childhood trying really hard not to stick out but his uniqueness eventually led him to his career today! Sound familiar?
This funny man is a ninja at life and a great example of what life looks like when you don’t waste opportunities. And when the opportunities don't present themselves, Ervin likes to create his own.
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EPISODE CREDITS -
Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith
Editor, Ricardo Pujol
Production Assistant, Paola Chueca
Original Music by Keagan Stromberg - Check out his track "Silent Killers"
Wednesday Nov 14, 2018
Wednesday Nov 14, 2018
#125: My guest this episode is...ME! I was interviewed by my husband and a recurring guest on Diferente, Doug Smith.
A few weeks ago, my husband came up with the idea of me being a guest on my own show. I thought that’s silly! Why would people want to hear me talk about myself? I’ve done a couple of solo episodes, but they’re quick and not too personal, but a full interview???
After we finished recording, I realized that I had previously thought exactly the same thing I’ve heard some of my guests tell me, and the same question, “how is my story relevant?".
When I hear someone say that, I always reply, “We all live through experiences that someone out there can relate to, if you could inspire just one person out there listening, your time sharing this story, will not be wasted.”
I hope this helps you get to know me a little bit better. We've only just begun to scratch the surface, I promise there is much more to come!
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EPISODE CREDITS -
Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith
Editor, Mauricio Mozo
Theme Music by Keagan Stromberg
The additional song, "This is Me" is by Keala Settle.
Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
Wednesday Nov 07, 2018
#124: My guest this episode is Cheyenne Woods. You might know her as the sixth African-American woman to play on the LPGA Tour, who truly represents the wonderful things women can bring to this world through sport, healthy competition, and of course drive!
You probably also recognize her from her latest Nike Golf commercial, or her partnership with Volunteers of America, or the thing that every reporter has asked her about, being the niece of Tiger Woods. This episode is not about any of those things, though of course, her golf career comes up, as it is a significant part of her life journey and who she is.
But this woman is so much more than golf. So in this episode, we talk about how it’s important to connect with people and build genuine human relationships as we grow. How sometimes we have to get uncomfortable to figure out who we really are and focus on our personal success versus the expectations of others. Plus dating, equal pay, and standing for something greater than ourselves!
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EPISODE CREDITS -
Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith
Editor, Mauricio Mozo
Music by Keagan Stromberg (Track featured this episode: Running with Horses.)
Wednesday Oct 31, 2018
Wednesday Oct 31, 2018
#123: My guest in this episode of Diferente is Wendell Haskins. A dynamic entrepreneur whose expertise has made him a sought-after event producer, panelist, and speaker. He has appeared at the South Africa Golf Summit, The World Diversity Leadership Summit at the United Nations. All while leveraging his vast network of relationships with business professionals and celebrities.
Before founding his own lifestyle brand, Wendell served as Director of Artist and Repertoire/Artist Development for Island Records' Def Jam Recordings label, where he worked with iconic international acts, such as LL Cool J and many others. He later went on to establish the long-standing golf tournament, The Original Tee Golf Classic, which has raised thousands of dollars for philanthropic efforts supporting minority communities over the past 17 years.
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EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith.
Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg.
Wednesday Oct 24, 2018
Wednesday Oct 24, 2018
#122: This is the fifth installment in our Access podcast series, and this week we’re discussing Access & Education, with Dr. Rosalind Fuse-Hall. A former staff attorney for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, who also has 25 years of experience in higher education, and most recently served as the President of Bennett College, a private four-year historically black, liberal arts college for women in Greensboro, NC.
Dr. Fuse-Hall and I discussed some of the ways to make education more accessible and affordable. I know that’s one of the biggest gripes of our generation! She also shares her thoughts on the role that non-traditional institutions have on making higher education more attainable, as well as the importance of doing your research before choosing a school and weighing debt versus future gains.
EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith.
Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg.
Wednesday Oct 17, 2018
Wednesday Oct 17, 2018
#121: My guest this episode is Former White House Senior Policy Advisor, Tom Kelly, and current Director of Capital Development and Buildings Administration at Wayne County Michigan.
In other words, Tom has spent a large part of his career working to improve access & representation on a variety of issues that affect our communities.
We discuss how we need discourse now more than ever, in order to engage diverse points of view so we can find better solutions to the problems our world faces today, and why the biggest mistake you can make is thinking that you have all the answers.
This is the fourth edition of our Access Series. And in honor of the fast approaching November election, we’re talking Access & representation in our communities.
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EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg.
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
#120: In this episode, my guest, Ken Bentley, seasoned corporate VP, and accomplished community leader, shares his valuable experience and advice on how to find a mentor you can create a thriving relationship with, how to get what you want in your career, and how to develop your best self.
Ken Bentley has built an impactful career and has a long list of accomplishments. He is a former VP at Nestlé USA. But don’t think he’s satisfied with a quiet retirement, Ken is busy making a positive impact on thousands of young people’s lives as a member of the board of directors of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, the Tiger Woods Foundation, Texas College, the Southern California Tennis Association and the Advocates Foundation.
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EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg.
Wednesday Oct 03, 2018
Wednesday Oct 03, 2018
#119: My guest in this episode of Diferente is Shannah Compton Game. She’s a Certified Financial Planner living in California, who has her own story of financial struggle, growth, and freedom. She hosts the popular podcast, Millennial Money, where she believes that with a few tools, some real-life education, and a little kick in the butt, you can truly master your MONEY and live the life the life you want.
We discuss the things that help us access financial freedom by making the right decisions for our lifestyle, so we can grow our wealth and lower our debt, while also finding new sources of income… hello, side hustles and entrepreneurship!
Shannah shared fantastic money tips and upcoming trends that we could all benefit from.
You can find excellent money tips on Shanna’s website or check out her Millennial Money podcast!
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EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg. Production Assistant, Emilia Ruiloba.
Wednesday Sep 26, 2018
Wednesday Sep 26, 2018
#118: This is the first episode in a six-part series on ACCESS.
Access is a hot topic these days, some want to restrict it, others want to protect it. But the fact remains that our communities need access to education, mentorship, money, sports, networking and strong representation and community leadership in order to grow.
My guest is lead college basketball analyst for CBS Sports, former NBA basketball player, and Ohio State Buckeye, Clark Kellogg. Clark has benefited tremendously from the access and opportunities that were made available to him through athletics. But he also knows that in sports you have to learn to deal with adversity, which comes very handy in real life. As well as remaining humble when you excel.
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EPISODE CREDITS: Created and Produced by Maribel Quezada Smith. Editor, Mauricio Mozo. Original Music by, Keagan Stromberg. Production Assistant, Marijose Muñoz.