Chicago Flava Squad interviewing Chicago Entertainers - Politicians - Motivators - Influencers - Trendsetters and getting up close and Personal.

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🎙️ FROM PRISON TO PURPOSE — THE STORY OF ANGEL RODRIGUEZ SR. On this powerful episode of the Flava Podcast Network, we welcome Angel Rodriguez Sr., an author, painter, father, and grandfather whose life story is filled with challenges, lessons, creativity, and personal growth. Angel opens up about his childhood, the experiences that shaped his life, his time behind bars, and his journey into becoming an artist and author. We also explore what being a grandfather means to him, the importance of family, and how his life experiences have influenced the man he is today. 🔥 PLUS — LIZ IS BACK! Our very own Liz Alvarez returns to the Flava Podcast table, bringing her energy, personality, and perspective to this meaningful conversation! This episode is about more than prison, painting, or writing. It’s about life, choices, family, and the power of sharing your story. WATCH, LIKE, COMMENT &amp; SUBSCRIBE! Let us know in the comments: Can someone’s past become the foundation for a greater purpose? ⸻ CONNECT WITH THE FLAVA PODCAST NETWORK 🎥 YouTube — Flava Podcast Network   / @flavapodcastnetwork   🎙️ Flava Podcast Studio — Book Your Sessionhttps://www.flavapodcaststudio.com ⭐ Patreon — Exclusive Contenthttps://patreon.com/FlavaPodcastExclu... ☕ Gano Excel — Flava Taste Testershttps://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavatastet... 💪 FaithSTRONG 413https://www.faithstrong413.com 🏡 Leticia Andrade — Real Estate with Fulton Gracehttps://www.fultongrace.com/agents/le... ⸻ ABOUT FLAVA PODCAST NETWORK At Flava Podcast Network, we believe everyone has a story worth telling. We shine a spotlight on entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, and everyday people whose experiences can educate, motivate, and inspire others. 🎤 And remember, you have FLAVA! #FlavaPodcastNetwork #AngelRodriguezSr #LizAlvarez #FromPrisonToPurpose #LifeAfterPrison #PrisonStories #AuthorLife #Painter #ArtAndLife #Grandfather #ChildhoodStories #SecondChances #ChicagoPodcasts #PuertoRicanArtists #FlavaPodcast

Prison to Purpose: Angel Rodriguez Sr.’s Triumphant Transformation and Liz’s Powerful Return | EP. 111

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🥟 You may know the empanadas… but you probably don’t know the woman behind them. Doris Luna, owner of DeLuna Empanada — Empanadas Caseras, steps into the Flava Podcast Studio for a powerful conversation that goes WAY beyond food and entrepreneurship. Doris opens up about her journey coming out of the closet, difficult experiences and trauma from her childhood, healing and acceptance, and the emotional responsibility of caring for her father as he lives with dementia. She also shares her personal victory over illness and how she continues moving forward through everything life has put in front of her. This episode has laughter, food, vulnerability, pain, family, entrepreneurship, resilience and VICTORY. And joining Los at the table is our special guest co-host Leticia Andrade, helping us dig deeper into the woman behind the business and the story behind the empanadas. 🎙️ This isn’t just the story of Chicago’s Empanada Queen. This is the story of Doris Luna. If Doris’ story touches you, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE &amp; SUBSCRIBE. Somebody else may need to hear her story too. 🥟 CONNECT WITH DORIS LUNA / DeLUNA EMPANADA 📲 Instagram: @deemoonchicago⁠￼Follow Doris for DeLuna Empanada updates, events, food and contact information. 🎙️ CONNECT WITH FLAVA ▶️ Flava Podcast Network on YouTube⁠￼🏠 Leticia Andrade — Fulton Grace Realtor⁠￼🙏 FaithSTRONG 413⁠￼☕ Gano Excel — Flava Taste Testers⁠￼⭐ Flava Podcast Exclusive on Patreon⁠￼ And remember… YOU HAVE FLAVA! 🎙️🔥 #FlavaPodcast #DorisLuna #DeLunaEmpanada #ChicagoEmpanadas #ChicagoPodcast #ComingOutStory #DementiaAwareness #CaregiverStory #ChildhoodTrauma #Resilience #Entrepreneurship #LeticiaAndrade #ChicagoSmallBusiness

Chicago’s Empanada Queen Opens Up: Coming Out, Childhood Trauma, Family & Victory | Flava Podcast | EP.110

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🍋 Chicago flavor is in the building! Cindy Flores-Negron of Windy City Limonada pulls up to the Flava Podcast and chops it up with Los about her journey, entrepreneurship, building her brand, and putting her own FLAVA on Chicago. This isn’t just about limonada — it’s about vision, hustle, community, and turning an idea into something people remember. If you’re an entrepreneur, dreamer, or somebody who loves seeing Chicago businesses doing their thing, this episode is for you. 🔥 WATCH • LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE • SUBSCRIBEAnd drop a 🍋 in the comments if you’re rocking with Windy City Limonada! 🎙️ Hosted by Los📺 Flava Podcast NetworkAnd remember… YOU HAVE FLAVA! 🔗 TAP IN WITH THE FLAVA FAMILY ▶️ Flava Podcast on YouTubeSubscribe to the Flava Podcast Network⁠￼ ⭐ Flava Podcast Exclusive on PatreonJoin the Flava Podcast Patreon⁠￼ ☕ Gano ExcelShop Gano Excel with Flava Taste Testers⁠￼ 🙏 FaithSTRONG 413Visit FaithSTRONG 413⁠￼ 🏡 Leticia Andrade — Realtor | Fulton GraceConnect with Leticia Andrade⁠￼ #FlavaPodcast #WindyCityLimonada #CindyFloresNegron #ChicagoEntrepreneurs #ChicagoBusiness #LatinoEntrepreneurs #PuertoRicanEntrepreneurs #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #ChicagoPodcast #FlavaPodcastNetwork #YouHaveFlava

🍋 Cindy Flores-Negron Brings the FLAVA! | The Story Behind Windy City Limonada | EP. 109

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What does the future of Chicago Public Schools look like — and who gets a voice in shaping it? On this episode of the Flava Podcast, Los sits down with Jason Dónes, who is running for the Chicago Board of Education, Subdistrict 3B. Jason joins us to share his story, his connection to Chicago and its communities, and why he decided to step forward and run for School Board. We get into the issues affecting Chicago students, parents, educators, neighborhood schools, and the future of our young people. This isn’t just about politics — it’s a conversation about education, community, leadership, opportunity, and making sure our young people have the resources they need to succeed. At the Flava Podcast, we give people a platform to tell their stories, explain what they stand for, and have conversations that matter to our communities. Subscribe, share, and join the conversation. 🎙️ Hosted by Los | Flava Podcast Network AND REMEMBER… YOU HAVE FLAVA! CONNECT WITH US ▶️ Flava Podcast Network — YouTube⁠￼ 🔥 Flava Podcast Exclusive — Patreon⁠￼ ☕ Gano Excel — Flava Taste Testers⁠￼ 🙏 FaithSTRONG 413⁠￼ 🏠 Leticia Andrade — Realtor | Fulton Grace Realty⁠￼ <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcastnetwork" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcastNetwork</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jasondones" rel="nofollow">#JasonDones</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagoschoolboard" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoSchoolBoard</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopublicschools" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPublicSchools</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cps" rel="nofollow">#CPS</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicago" rel="nofollow">#Chicago</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagoyouth" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoYouth</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/education" rel="nofollow">#Education</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/communityleadership" rel="nofollow">#CommunityLeadership</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youhaveflava" rel="nofollow">#YouHaveFlava</a>

Jason Dónes: From CPS Student to School Board Candidate | Flava Podcast | EP. 108

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You may have seen Ali Outsidee all over Chicago — but there’s a bigger story behind why she stays OUTSIDE. Ali Outsidee sits down with Los on the Flava Podcast for a conversation about community, influence, giving back, and using your platform for something bigger than likes and followers. As a Chicago community organizer and influencer, Ali has made it her mission to highlight people, businesses, organizations and movements making a difference throughout the city. Los gets into the story behind Ali Outsidee — what motivates her, why community matters to her, and what happens when influence becomes impact. If you love conversations about Chicago, community, entrepreneurship, giving back and people doing real work in our neighborhoods, this episode is for you. Watch until the end and tell us in the comments:What Chicago person, organization or business should Ali Outsidee and the Flava Podcast highlight next? 👍 LIKE💬 COMMENT🔔 SUBSCRIBE📲 SHARE this episode with somebody who loves Chicago. CONNECT WITH FLAVA 🎥 Flava Podcast Network on YouTubeSubscribe to the Flava Podcast Network⁠￼ ☕ Gano Excel / Flava Taste TestersCheck out Flava Taste Testers⁠￼ 🎬 Exclusive Flava Podcast Content on PatreonJoin the Flava Podcast Exclusive Patreon⁠￼ 💪 FaithSTRONG 413Visit FaithSTRONG 413⁠￼ And remember… YOU HAVE FLAVA! #AliOutsidee #FlavaPodcast #FlavaPodcastNetwork #Chicago #ChicagoInfluencer #ChicagoCommunity #CommunityOrganizer #ChicagoPodcast #ChicagoCulture #ChicagoBusiness #CommunityImpact #SupportLocal #GivingBack #ChicagoPeople #Los #YouHaveFlava

You’ve Seen Her Outside… But Do You Know WHY? | Ali Outsidee | EP.107

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This time, the host is in the hot seat! Leticia Andrade and Alex Garcia interview Carlos “Los” Arroyo Jr. about his life, the experiences that shaped him, and the real reason he started the Flava Podcast. There are no easy questions—and Los can’t hide behind the microphone. He opens up about his personal journey, his purpose, the obstacles he has faced, and his vision for creating a platform where people can share their stories and receive their flowers. Whether you have followed the Flava Podcast from the beginning or you’re discovering it today, this conversation will help you get to know the man behind the mic on a deeper level. Watch until the end, then answer this in the comments: What answer surprised you the most? 🎙️ Interviewers: Leticia Andrade and Alex Garcia🔥 In the Hot Seat: Carlos “Los” Arroyo Jr.🎥 Recorded at the Flava Podcast Studio in Chicago SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLAVA PODCAST NETWORK:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> BOOK YOUR PODCAST SESSION:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flavapodcaststudio.com%2F&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUnBacktGeGV3ZUlpTXV5RXkyS1luX3xBTl9pYzRkWWptMjNhSWFycUxTckZCaXVhWEx0UEU5ckFyZ0FISjdhUmZrX2M0ck5Nd2ZWaHBON2RvVWRCbW1tMGtWTkh6UEExQ3BWUi1PMFFuYWQzZHF1WUZ0TGw5cDA5bUhY&v=Rtmcc5CFbsg" rel="nofollow">https://www.flavapodcaststudio.com</a> EXCLUSIVE FLAVA PODCAST CONTENT:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpatreon.com%2FFlavaPodcastExclusive%3Futm_medium%3Dunknown%26utm_source%3Djoin_link%26utm_campaign%3Dcreatorshare_creator%26utm_content%3DcopyLink&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUkx0MlF3b21ySDZKdUE4UDdDcE1IeXxBTl9pYzRkSXRDME1hQVc3b3hPV1AtUnRUaV9mbll4aFVvTzQ5RDVZalBhLW4tVWJrRFVGUlltTUVqLXRXSDBTNng3YjZBY0k2X3dxUFZjRGlFeGNhcnRPSFlTanctanQ5ZE1s&v=Rtmcc5CFbsg" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/FlavaPodcastExclu...</a> GANO EXCEL:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rVElQR3ptWW1fU29BV2JYZXRBZWFWZ3xBTl9pYzRjc2R6MDN3VzlEcGxkZTZfdnFtRlBWYkdiRmJLLXlBT0dCSnVCbnQzX016VmRrcE5qVzRUTWQzY2c3dTY5N191RkFiREJnVUg3YkJ6S2tzcmczQXJjSGdHX2lYeTNK&v=Rtmcc5CFbsg" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavatastet...</a> FAITHSTRONG 413:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faithstrong413.com%2F&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rVHFiN1dxSml5N1hET0YzZ0wxOVR3cnxBTl9pYzRkdWY5Z2FOVHAtQ3E0RUFLTzB2aDVRbFRwOGFQcUdzTHdLMWxXQkpTZ3dja0FHTTJZQ0RENVNHYU5hTENWTi1IcW1wM0FCMUZSeHJCcU1vd0JxM2h6R3ZwQldDSEYx&v=Rtmcc5CFbsg" rel="nofollow">https://www.faithstrong413.com</a> Leticia Andrade Real Estate Advisor Soldbyleticia@gmail.com Please LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE—and remember, you have Flava! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/losarroyo" rel="nofollow">#LosArroyo</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcastinterview" rel="nofollow">#PodcastInterview</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/lifestory" rel="nofollow">#LifeStory</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthemic" rel="nofollow">#BehindTheMic</a>

Los Finally Answers the Tough Questions | The Story Behind Flava Podcast | EP. 106

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What happens when you see someone struggling on the streets of Chicago — do you keep walking, or do you stop and help? On this episode of the Flava Podcast, Los sits down with Leticia Andrade for a powerful conversation about her organization, the work she is doing for our homeless friends in Chicago, and why this mission became personal to her. This isn’t just about handing someone food or supplies. It’s about compassion, dignity, human connection, and reminding people that they haven’t been forgotten. Leticia shares the stories behind the mission, what she’s witnessed on the streets of Chicago, the challenges people experiencing homelessness are facing, and why she believes ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference. ❤️ One person. One act of kindness. One life at a time. If this conversation touches you, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE &amp; SUBSCRIBE. Sharing this episode may help Leticia’s message reach someone who wants to get involved and make a difference. 🎙️ Hosted by Los🎥 Flava Podcast Network ▶️ WATCH &amp; SUBSCRIBE TO FLAVA PODCAST NETWORK<a href="https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> 🔥 EXCLUSIVE FLAVA PODCAST CONTENT — JOIN US ON PATREON<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpatreon.com%2FFlavaPodcastExclusive%3Futm_medium%3Dunknown%26utm_source%3Djoin_link%26utm_campaign%3Dcreatorshare_creator%26utm_content%3DcopyLink&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUWhCbGR4VVEtcG5sUDgxYXZSVWkzUHxBR3JiS2FuVVB2SE1NWnIzMmhoQWpQaHhQblNMTmcyaElnVmRhM3lFTll4bFRQUU5Kb1hvRnhOdmU0RUFtbWxLREpuTjNwVllmUFpGdHY4M25GMDJWeThlRHNkUW9MTE1WZWFV&v=LaSE6TLF9OU" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/Fl...</a> ☕ GANO EXCEL — FLAVA TASTE TESTERS<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUjA0dEFWWE8ySFJxdzJDTkJhTFU1WnxBR3JiS2FrWUNqOXdzTWNWWG1RVzRwNldaekhXWDVpcWNhSkhxU1RlUDJCa0lEYjhxWk5kMDNhQWR6Zkc2cWNZaWYxUEFBUUd6b0xXODdMUzVGbktIUXpoMzFqWTViZDlRUHlB&v=LaSE6TLF9OU" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel....</a> 💪 FAITHSTRONG 413<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faithstrong413.com%2F&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUVFsTEpraFFlakc0RXBzUmttSDFKTHxBR3JiS2FuZlhWYlJJQ1BGeUdjYnVoVHZPNV80QlVlRnZTX1ZVSDk2RGxndGpmZ2g5WlhUUUliRVdCeXpKcjdyNmE0UkF1bGoyTmI1ejloV1lHaFc3UFN6RWVUQjlJV2VOYjBS&v=LaSE6TLF9OU" rel="nofollow">https://www.faithstron...</a> 📧 FLAVA PODCAST STUDIOLos@flavapodcast.com 🌐 BOOK / LEARN MORE ABOUT FLAVA PODCAST STUDIOwww.flavapodcaststudio.com Ready to start your own podcast?Contact the Flava Podcast Studio and let us help you bring your voice, your story, and your vision to life. And remember… YOU HAVE FLAVA! 🎙️🔥 <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/leticiaandrade" rel="nofollow">#LeticiaAndrade</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcastnetwork" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcastNetwork</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicago" rel="nofollow">#Chicago</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/helpingthehomeless" rel="nofollow">#HelpingTheHomeless</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/homelessness" rel="nofollow">#Homelessness</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagocommunity" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoCommunity</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/givingback" rel="nofollow">#GivingBack</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/communityoutreach" rel="nofollow">#CommunityOutreach</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/makingadifference" rel="nofollow">#MakingADifference</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast" rel="nofollow">#Podcast</a>

Why Leticia Andrade Refuses to Look Away | Helping Chicago’s Homeless Friends | EP. 105

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🇵🇷 THE WINNERS ARE HERE! The winners of 2026 Boricua’s Got Talent pull up to the Flava Podcast for a special conversation about their talent, their journey, what it took to stand out, and what comes NEXT! Lyrik Cruz joins Los as co-host as we sit down with these talented Boricuas and get the story behind the performances. You saw the talent — now meet the people behind it. What does it take to step onto that stage, believe in yourself, compete, and come out a WINNER? 🎙️ On this episode: <ul><li>The story behind the Boricua’s Got Talent winners</li><li>Their road to the competition</li><li>What winning means to them</li><li>The sacrifices behind their talent</li><li>What’s next for their careers</li><li>Puerto Rican culture, music and talent</li><li>And plenty of Flava along the way!</li></ul> 🔥 WATCH THE FULL EPISODE — and don’t leave early. If you support Puerto Rican talent, independent artists, entrepreneurs and people chasing their dreams, LIKE this video, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE. Every subscription helps us continue giving amazing people a platform to tell their stories. ▶️ Subscribe to the Flava Podcast Network:<a href="https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> 🎬 Exclusive Flava Podcast content:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpatreon.com%2FFlavaPodcastExclusive%3Futm_medium%3Dunknown%26utm_source%3Djoin_link%26utm_campaign%3Dcreatorshare_creator%26utm_content%3DcopyLink&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUzlscE9yTnpONkRuVjlodnlyemZBbHxBR3JiS2FudHpRbEwwZktUSWhaU1V0T1ZCV1VHQy1NZXYyaG8yMjJhZ2ZoWXc4QUxsUHFPNlRlSG9HR09JMmNYQU9wcU0teGtBMHZwbHh0OXRndVBTbmF6V0c2eUlocFdQYTRh&v=unfrTqP2Yi8" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/Fl...</a> ☕ Support Flava / Gano Excel:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rU3AyUy01T2pMNVJJNnkxTWhqbS1xS3xBR3JiS2FraExVWEpwbjdUaUdFQlBlNk9kTXZzT2FGdXp5eThZeTdmeVpEY3R3QmFpWDVHNEcyRkw2RWk3SHp2S183MlRjUUpyQ1M5b0dNMGFNTkJaRUxiMEhhTWMwRzliOHhi&v=unfrTqP2Yi8" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel....</a> And remember… YOU HAVE FLAVA! <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/boricuasgottalent" rel="nofollow">#BoricuasgotTalent</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/boricuasgottalent2026" rel="nofollow">#BoricuasGotTalent2026</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/puertorico" rel="nofollow">#PuertoRico</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/puertorican" rel="nofollow">#PuertoRican</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/boricua" rel="nofollow">#Boricua</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcastnetwork" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcastNetwork</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/lyrikcruz" rel="nofollow">#LyrikCruz</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/latinopodcast" rel="nofollow">#LatinoPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/puertoricantalent" rel="nofollow">#PuertoRicanTalent</a>

They WON Boricua’s Got Talent… Now What? 🇵🇷 | Flava Podcast | EP.104

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Chicago is approaching another defining moment. What kind of leadership does the city need next? Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza sits down with Los on the Flava Podcast for an in-depth conversation about her campaign for Mayor of Chicago and the experiences she believes have prepared her to lead one of America’s greatest cities. Mendoza discusses public safety, the challenges facing Chicago neighborhoods, city finances, accountability in government, economic opportunity, and what she believes needs to change at City Hall. She also talks about her record as Illinois Comptroller and makes the case for why her experience managing Illinois’ finances can translate to Chicago. But this conversation goes beyond a résumé. Los asks about the woman behind the campaign — her upbringing, the experiences that shaped her, her family, her connection to Chicago, and why she believes this is the moment to seek the mayor’s office. And then comes the question Chicago voters ultimately have to answer: Can Susana Mendoza deliver the leadership Chicago needs? Watch the full conversation and decide for yourself. 🎙️ FLAVA PODCAST WITH LOSREAL CONVERSATION. REAL CHANGE. ▶️ Subscribe to the Flava Podcast Network:Flava Podcast Network on YouTube⁠￼ 🔥 Behind-the-scenes &amp; exclusive content:Flava Podcast Exclusive on Patreon⁠￼ ☕ Gano Excel / Flava Taste Testers:Flava Taste Testers⁠￼ 👕 FaithSTRONG 413:FaithSTRONG 413⁠￼ #SusanaMendoza #ChicagoMayor #ChicagoMayoralRace #ChicagoPolitics #Chicago #FlavaPodcast #FlavaPodcastNetwork #Los #PublicSafety #ChicagoCommunity #ChicagoPodcast #ChicagoElection #RealConversationRealChange

SUSANA MENDOZA THE BATTLE FOR CHICAGO’S FUTURE | Susana Mendoza Makes Her Case for Mayor | EP. 103

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What is it really like to wear the badge in one of America’s toughest cities? In this powerful episode of the FLAVA Podcast, host Los sits down with Manny Guzman—Chicago Police Officer, U.S. Army Veteran, and host of the Duty Beyond Duty Podcast. Manny shares his journey from military service to law enforcement, the realities of policing in Chicago, leadership, mental health, family, faith, and what life is really like behind the badge. This isn’t about headlines—it’s about the human being behind the uniform. If you enjoy real conversations with people making a difference, don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE! 👇 Let us know in the comments:What part of Manny’s story impacted you the most? ⸻ 🎙️ Connect with FLAVA Podcast 📺 YouTube   / @flavapodcastnetwork   🌐 FLAVA Podcast Studiohttps://www.flavapodcaststudio.com ❤️ Support FLAVA Podcast on Patreon (Behind the Scenes &amp; Exclusive Content)https://patreon.com/FlavaPodcastExclu... 💪 FaithSTRONG Gearhttps://www.faithstrong413.com ☕ Gano Excel Coffee &amp; Wellnesshttps://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavatastet... ⸻ 🤝 Sponsored By 🥪 La Sandwishera2721 W. Division St.Chicago, IL 60622 🍕 Bongiorno’s Cucina Italiana &amp; Pizzeria405 N. Wabash Ave.Chicago, IL 60611 ⸻ 🎧 Listen to the FLAVA Podcast Available on YouTube and wherever you enjoy podcasts. ⸻ Hashtags #FlavaPodcast #MannyGuzman #DutyBeyondDuty #ChicagoPolice #ArmyVeteran #Chicago #LawEnforcement #Veteran #Podcast #Leadership #MentalHealth #ChicagoPodcast #Faith #Service #RealConversations #Los #FlavaPodcastNetwork

CPD Officer & Army Veteran and Chicago Podcaster Manny Guzman Shares What Most People Never Hear | EP. 102

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What does it take to build a successful construction company while changing lives at the same time? In this powerful episode of the Flava Podcast, Los sits down with Manny Rodriguez, founder of Revolution Workshop, to talk about purpose, skilled trades, second chances, and why learning a trade can completely change the direction of someone’s life. Whether you’re a young adult looking for your path, someone thinking about a career change, or simply love hearing stories of people making a real impact, this conversation is for you. 🔨 In this episode we cover: <ul><li>Manny’s journey and why he started Revolution Workshop</li><li>How skilled trades create life-changing opportunities</li><li>Why college isn’t the only path to success</li><li>Advice for young adults trying to find their footing</li><li>The importance of mentorship and community</li><li>What’s next for Manny and the movement he’s building</li></ul> This is the kind of conversation that inspires action—not excuses. ⸻ 🎙️ Recorded at Flava Podcast Studio – Chicago, Illinois Ready to start your own podcast?Flava Podcast Studio offers:🎥 Multi-camera 4K production🎧 Professional audio✂️ Editing, reels, thumbnails &amp; YouTube uploads🎙️ Podcast coaching and strategy 🌐 Website: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flavapodcaststudio.com%2F&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUmJBaWVza1FmZnpSSjVlMzJ5dFZIUXxBR3JiS2FrNVRHejBGUzJTemwzYWs5TEFNM2NfMW9WZnFjRGJma0pFcTVIeHlISEtabUZjbmZFTV9xaGVYUDJQN2NsWXk4eUpNLVQ1TE00U1JLMnRDbXJVc2RaZExsR1RjWFpn&v=P1TUHFw8HOY" rel="nofollow">https://www.flavapodcaststudio.com</a> 📧 Email: los@flavapodcast.com 📞 Phone: (773) 987-8036 ⸻ 🔥 Support Flava Podcast Become a Patreon member for exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes content, and early access:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpatreon.com%2FFlavaPodcastExclusive%3Futm_medium%3Dunknown%26utm_source%3Djoin_link%26utm_campaign%3Dcreatorshare_creator%26utm_content%3DcopyLink&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUXVwQk9veUt4emVBMWRZeEdvT2U3OXxBR3JiS2FsRU0wbHJOU0hPbmFtc05tWll5THVpWkNYcTluN0Y2b0hfWkl0bGh6LTkxRS0yVzV4LWhKbWJWRlVlWFlYa3B3OExRa1pFYWhqUmNYQWJaOFJFek8wdllyQ2lXQUdX&v=P1TUHFw8HOY" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/FlavaPodcastExclu...</a> ⸻ ☕ Our Sponsor – Gano ExcelPremium coffee and wellness products. 🛒 Shop here:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rU1FzbTZYSk9KdXJsZkRqeTZ6dmVBaXxBR3JiS2FuMWlvZ3hzZkRadlR3dGhQYWZRbXRBUzdBcVRYMUlsT2F4UVFuSjJuU0JrYWNucDFWcVhtaDdTdmF6dkZjQ3lvVC0yU0lMR2MwMVB1ZW03ZlgtZkZwS1NFS3Zlbk5T&v=P1TUHFw8HOY" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavatastet...</a> ⸻ 📺 Subscribe to the Flava Podcast Network<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> 👍 Like this video💬 Leave a comment🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Remember… You Have FLAVA! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mannyrodriguez" rel="nofollow">#MannyRodriguez</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/revolutionworkshop" rel="nofollow">#RevolutionWorkshop</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/construction" rel="nofollow">#Construction</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/skilledtrades" rel="nofollow">#SkilledTrades</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/entrepreneur" rel="nofollow">#Entrepreneur</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicago" rel="nofollow">#Chicago</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast" rel="nofollow">#Podcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/leadership" rel="nofollow">#Leadership</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances" rel="nofollow">#SecondChances</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/careers" rel="nofollow">#Careers</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/trades" rel="nofollow">#Trades</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/business" rel="nofollow">#Business</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/youngadults" rel="nofollow">#YoungAdults</a>

"How Manny Rodriguez Turned Hammers Into Hope” | EP. 101

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What does it really mean to give back? In this powerful episode of the Flava Podcast, Los and Suli sit down with Delilah Martinez, known by many as “The Queen of Giving Back.” 👑 From overcoming life’s challenges to becoming a respected entrepreneur and community leader, Delilah shares the journey that inspired her to dedicate her life to helping others. This conversation is filled with inspiration, leadership, resilience, and real stories that will leave you motivated to make a difference in your own community. If you believe one person can change lives, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🔥 In this episode: <ul><li>Delilah’s incredible life journey</li><li>How she became “The Queen of Giving Back”</li><li>Entrepreneurship with purpose</li><li>Building stronger communities</li><li>Advice for future leaders and business owners</li><li>Exclusive stories you won’t hear anywhere else</li></ul> 👇 Tell us in the comments:Who is someone in your community that deserves to be recognized for giving back? 👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔔 Subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear this message. 🎙️ Subscribe to Flava Podcast Network:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> 🎧 Support Flava Podcast and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpatreon.com%2FFlavaPodcastExclusive%3Futm_medium%3Dunknown%26utm_source%3Djoin_link%26utm_campaign%3Dcreatorshare_creator%26utm_content%3DcopyLink&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rU2N0WWgxazFPU3FTRnNFTmZjNExPRHxBR3JiS2FuUHJZcEN2cFJXR0F5S2V5c3J5dnl3UlM2emh1akVZNndQLXh1WG5tTlJ2VnpKR09YeW05U2llblFTbnZOOG1CMV9keUlEZjNvV1RKMVczVlRKME1sTGVDd1hZcGo0&v=FS2ARi8Wutg" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/FlavaPodcastExclu...</a> ☕ Presented by Flava Podcast Studio🌐 www.flavapodcaststudio.com 💚 Powered by Gano Excel<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rVFB2MGNSdm02NzdDZjQxTzd5QUUzRnxBR3JiS2FrZTRUcG4za2JtdW00OC1PUHh0YS1JREp1UDI1azVfSEhHRWhHSzdxYVBuaGVGb2RWb3FzTnl2UmZwNjR4ejZYTzFxTzlEUDBYdmVuMkVUN2NLemJoclY4X1h5Tjkt&v=FS2ARi8Wutg" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavatastet...</a> ⸻ Hashtags <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/delilahmartinez" rel="nofollow">#DelilahMartinez</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicago" rel="nofollow">#Chicago</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/entrepreneur" rel="nofollow">#Entrepreneur</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/communityleader" rel="nofollow">#CommunityLeader</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/givingback" rel="nofollow">#GivingBack</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/inspiration" rel="nofollow">#Inspiration</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast" rel="nofollow">#Podcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/business" rel="nofollow">#Business</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/leadership" rel="nofollow">#Leadership</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/latinoentrepreneurs" rel="nofollow">#LatinoEntrepreneurs</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/motivation" rel="nofollow">#Motivation</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/community" rel="nofollow">#Community</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/successstories" rel="nofollow">#SuccessStories</a>

She Changed Thousands of Lives! Meet Delilah Martinez | The Queen of Giving Back 👑 | EP. 100

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Artificial Intelligence is changing the world faster than most people realize. In this eye-opening episode of Flava Podcast, Los sits down with AI expert Alan Stern to break down what AI means for entrepreneurs, creators, business owners, and everyday people. From ChatGPT and automation to the future of jobs, content creation, and business growth, Alan shares practical insights on how you can use AI to work smarter—not harder. Whether you’re a business owner, podcaster, content creator, or just curious about where technology is headed, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. In This Episode: 🤖 What AI really is—and what it isn’t💼 How entrepreneurs can use AI today🎙️ AI tools for podcasting and content creation🚀 The future of business and automation⚠️ Common AI myths and mistakes🔥 How to stay ahead instead of getting left behind Recorded at Flava Podcast Studio📍 Chicago, Illinois 🌐 Website: www.flavapodcaststudio.com Interested in starting your own podcast or taking your content to the next level? Contact Flava Podcast Studio today! Powered by Gano Excel☕ Discover the benefits of Gano Excel products: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm9pdXdubTZ3VDN1Q2VWeGdRN3dMNHhQMDllUXxBQ3Jtc0ttVlo5ZUVWMnprWVA3dUNzS3VDdzY2bFc3YTJwMlBrT0loblp5Vm8wZ0ZNQXlnVmpDNWo3eWpHcW1HTTZ5VnhFQ3RlRGhzUnBXNDk0SDNSTG5wd1RJa1B1dTdUNWQ1ekZmZDJ2XzctNnRjVWYyY0xPcw&v=dPxV0w1M37c" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavatastet...</a> 👍 Like • Comment • Subscribe • Share <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/alanstern" rel="nofollow">#AlanStern</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/artificialintelligence" rel="nofollow">#ArtificialIntelligence</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ai" rel="nofollow">#AI</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chatgpt" rel="nofollow">#ChatGPT</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/businessai" rel="nofollow">#BusinessAI</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/entrepreneur" rel="nofollow">#Entrepreneur</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast" rel="nofollow">#Podcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/technology" rel="nofollow">#Technology</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/innovation" rel="nofollow">#Innovation</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/contentcreation" rel="nofollow">#ContentCreation</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/futureofai" rel="nofollow">#FutureOfAI</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/automation" rel="nofollow">#Automation</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/smallbusiness" rel="nofollow">#SmallBusiness</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ganoexcel" rel="nofollow">#GanoExcel</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcastnetwork" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcastNetwork</a>

AI Expert’s Warning: If You Ignore This, You’ll Be Left Behind! | Alan Stern | EP. 99

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This episode is one you don’t want to miss!Suli comes through to co-host the Hot Topic segment with Los, and Josean Daniels from Smash Jibarito joins the conversation as they sit down with the Puerto Rican founder of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Puerto Rican Fest.We talk culture, community, the story behind the festival, Puerto Rican pride, and why events like this matter so much for our people. And just when the conversation gets good, we get a surprise guest — Linda Sol pulls up to the studio!Real conversation. Real culture. Real FLAVA. Special shoutout to our sponsor:La Sandwichera Café 2721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 Make sure you like, comment, subscribe, and share this episode with somebody who loves Puerto Rican culture and community.Watch more on FLAVA Podcast Network:   / @flavapodcastnetwork  Gano Excel:https://usa.ganoexcel.com/flavat...#FlavaPodcast #PuertoRicanFestival #MilwaukeePuertoRicanFest #PuertoRicanCulture #Boricua #ChicagoPodcast #SmashJibarito #LindaSol #LosFlavaPodcast #LaSandwicheraCafe

Milwaukee Puerto Rican Fest Founder Pulls Up to FLAVA Podcast! 🇵🇷 Surprise Guest Linda Sol! | EP. 98

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What does it take to make a real difference in the lives of Chicago’s youth? In this powerful episode of the Flava Podcast, Los and Liz sit down with Dre Rodriguez, a community leader dedicated to serving young people through nonprofit work and mentorship. Dre shares his personal journey, the challenges facing today’s youth, and the lessons he’s learned while working on the front lines of community development. From overcoming obstacles to creating opportunities, this conversation dives deep into purpose, leadership, and the importance of giving back. If you care about the future of Chicago, empowering young people, or learning how one person can create lasting impact, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Topics Discussed:✅ Dre Rodriguez’s life story✅ Working in the nonprofit sector✅ Challenges facing Chicago youth✅ Mentorship and leadership✅ Community impact and giving back✅ Creating opportunities for the next generation This is more than an interview—it’s a conversation about hope, resilience, and building a stronger Chicago. 📍 Flava Podcast Studio6055 W. Addison St.Chicago, IL 60634 🌐 Website: Flava Podcast Studio⁠￼ 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, community leaders, creators, and changemakers. 🤝 Sponsored by La Sandwishera📍 2311 N. Pulaski Rd., Chicago, IL ☕ Powered by Gano ExcelGano Excel with Flava Taste Testers⁠￼ <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicago" rel="nofollow">#Chicago</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/nonprofit" rel="nofollow">#Nonprofit</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/youthmentorship" rel="nofollow">#YouthMentorship</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/communityleadership" rel="nofollow">#CommunityLeadership</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagoyouth" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoYouth</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/drerodriguez" rel="nofollow">#DreRodriguez</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/los" rel="nofollow">#Los</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/liz" rel="nofollow">#Liz</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcastnetwork" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcastNetwork</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/podcastinterview" rel="nofollow">#PodcastInterview</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/givingback" rel="nofollow">#GivingBack</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/communityimpact" rel="nofollow">#CommunityImpact</a> And remember… you have FLAVA! 🎤🔥

Street Shooter - He Could’ve Chosen Any Path—Instead, He Chose Chicago’s Youth | Dre Rodriguez | EP.97

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What started as a regular conversation turned into one of the MOST personal episodes of the Flava Podcast Network￼ 👀 This time, Los sits down with his own co-host Liz as she opens up about family secrets, personal struggles, childhood memories, and truths she’s never shared publicly before. 😳 From emotional moments to unexpected stories, this episode shows a whole different side of Liz that the audience has never seen before. 🔥 REAL conversations🔥 REAL emotions🔥 REAL family stories This might be one of the deepest Flava Podcast episodes yet. ⸻ 🎥 WATCH. COMMENT. SHARE.Drops Wednesday at 11:30AM CST SUBSCRIBE HERE:Flava Podcast Network YouTube￼ 🌐 BOOK YOUR PODCAST TODAY:Flava Podcast Studio￼ 👕 FAITHSTRONG 413 APPAREL:FaithSTRONG 413￼ 🍄 GANO EXCEL:Gano Excel￼ 🥪 POWERED BY LA SANDWISHERA📍 2721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 📍 Flava Podcast Studio6055 W Addison AveChicago, IL 60634 <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/familysecrets" rel="nofollow">#FamilySecrets</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast" rel="nofollow">#Podcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/drama" rel="nofollow">#Drama</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/relationships" rel="nofollow">#Relationships</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/viralpodcast" rel="nofollow">#ViralPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/storytime" rel="nofollow">#StoryTime</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/liz" rel="nofollow">#Liz</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/los" rel="nofollow">#Los</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcastnetwork" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcastNetwork</a>

Liz Got PERSONAL… Family Drama, Secrets & Truth Finally Revealed! | EP. 96

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Chicago Alderwoman Ruth Cruz pulled up to the FLAVA Table and kept it 100 on city government, politics, and what it really takes to balance power and family life 💼👩‍👧 From behind-the-scenes in Chicago politics to personal sacrifices nobody talks about… this episode is straight VALUE. Liz was out sick, so shoutout to Josean Daniel for stepping in and holding it down as guest co-host with Los 🎤 If you care about your city, your future, or just want to understand how decisions really get made—this is a MUST WATCH. ⸻ ⏰ Episode Drops Wednesday at 11:30AM👉 Make sure you SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT &amp; SHARE – it keeps us going! ⸻ 🔗 LINKS &amp; STAY CONNECTED 🎙️ Book Your Podcast / Studio Time:👉 www.flavapodcaststudio.com 👕 FaithSTRONG Apparel:👉 www.faithstrong413.com 💼 Level Up Your Health &amp; Business (Gano Excel):👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDVOeUdHVnVGTVlCVG5GcEZ2amJ1SHpPWVQtZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsVVQtR2xwMlJrdzQtVXg3ZXpXSXhadVhpbWNjTjZJMHF5dWVza1hLaHduWElrZDlqU2ZwVEZTcmpqNEJ1ejk3eU1PajRjTDZZNVNENFhWanY4ZTZXYk1icm5udl9jSTFBTTlyQm1kWnFCLXVpOTFYWQ&v=mMRpeSIbuqU" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel....</a> 📺 Subscribe to Flava Podcast Network:👉 <a href="https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> 🎟️ Events / Tickets (Summits, Workshops &amp; More):👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fo%2Fflava-podcast-&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblFhUEM2MVJ5YmRHclRlcDBmektyWElCM1FXUXxBQ3Jtc0ttTmtHSHVhRXV5elRKMzhCLXEzOWxLOEFPWG9TVW5HNXIwQjl3NmRRdjZGT0d4OWZXRnZ1WUlUY0tib3c0bFJQZUdsZW9VNWE4OVc4RENidTg4LVpTVDdZME90VkdQTUNfM3QwTHdRLTVEYW44NTktUQ&v=mMRpeSIbuqU" rel="nofollow">https://www.eventbrite...</a> 📩 Business Inquiries / Bookings:👉 los@flavapodcast.com ⸻ 🔥 Powered By: 🥪 La Sandwishera📍 2755 W Division St, Chicago, IL 🍝 Bongiorno’s Cucina Italiana &amp; Pizzeria📍 405 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL ⸻ 🚀 About Flava Podcast Chicago’s #1 Urban Entrepreneurship Podcast bringing you real stories, real people, and real game from the culture.

Inside Chicago Politics w/ Ald. Ruth Cruz 🔥 Balancing Power, Family & Real Life | Flava Podcast | EP. 95

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Christina Rivera pulled up to the FLAVA table and this one is REAL 🔥 She’s a newborn nurse, a mother, and a full-blown entrepreneur building her own clay jewelry business… and in this episode, she breaks down what it really takes to balance it all. Me and Liz sat down with Christina and talked about:💼 Starting a business from scratch👶 Life as a nurse working with newborn babies👩‍👧 Motherhood while chasing your dreams💯 The sacrifices, the pressure, and the grind nobody talks about If you’ve been thinking about starting something or feel like you don’t have time… this episode is for YOU. ⏰ Premier (CST) 🎥 WATCH &amp; SUBSCRIBE:<a href="https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a> 🌐 Book the FLAVA Podcast Studio:www.flavapodcaststudio.com ☕ Support &amp; Shop:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTZkajIzeUNJbW51NGdyek1tWUptU3lsY2trQXxBQ3Jtc0ttZV8weHlXNVVCSF9xV3BjbVRsX0dIMl83Z2FvQ3FjNkZxRllTTXN3MDdCLWlMMXpiNE5EVy1XYmVQUWt2QmJPQ1lIaFlMS1MyanR0ajNuWlN2QTZMQm9NVU5VMm1KajloNVJJVnBDZlNZc211OUozMA&v=YEBpN1EPDyo" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel....</a> 🍽️ Sponsored by La Sandwishera📍 2721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 — 💬 Comment “FLAVA” if you rocking with this episode🔁 Share this with someone that needs motivation👍 Like, Follow &amp; Subscribe — it keeps us going <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FLAVAPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/entrepreneu" rel="nofollow">#Entrepreneu</a>r

Newborn Nurse to Jewelry Entrepreneur 💼👶 | Christina Rivera Tells All | FLAVA | EP. 94

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What does it really take to build something that represents your culture… and STILL thrives years later? In this episode of the FLAVA Podcast, Los and Liz sit down with Jorge Ortega, the founder of Colombian Fest Chicago 🇨🇴, to break down the REAL journey behind one of the city’s most powerful cultural festivals. This is bigger than business.This is about culture, legacy, and building something that lasts. From starting with limited resources…To creating a festival that brings thousands together…Jorge shares the struggles, the wins, and the mindset it takes to keep going. If you’re building something, chasing a vision, or representing your culture—this episode is for YOU. ⸻ ⏰ Premieres Tomorrow at 11:30AM on YouTube ⸻ 🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: •	How Colombian Fest Chicago started•	The real struggles behind building a festival•	How to grow something from nothing•	The importance of culture and community ⸻ 🔗 CONNECT WITH FLAVA PODCAST 👇 🌐 https://www.flavapodca...📺 ￼ / @flavapodcastnetwork 🎧 https://open.spotify.com🍎 https://podcasts.apple... ⸻ 🇨🇴 COLOMBIAN FEST CHICAGO 👇 🌐 https://colombianfestc...📲 ￼ / colombianfestchicago  ⸻ 🔥 POWERED BY: La Sandwishera📍 2721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 ⸻ 🍝 ALSO SPONSORED BY: Bongiorno’s Cucina Italiana &amp; Pizzeria📍 405 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 ⸻ ☕ SPONSORED BY: Gano Excel👉 https://usa.ganoexcel.... ⸻ 🚨 SUBSCRIBE + HIT THE BELL + SHAREIt helps us grow and keep bringing you real stories from the culture 💯 ⸻FLAVA Podcast — Powered by the culture. Built for the community.

He Built Chicago’s Colombian Fest From NOTHING 🇨🇴 | Jorge Ortega on Culture, Hustle & Legacy | Flava Podcast EP. 93

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A major voice in Chicago politics steps into the FLAVA Podcast studio… 🔥 Alderman Gilbert Villegas sits down with Los &amp; Liz for a powerful conversation about Chicago politics, leadership, Latino representation, the future of the city, and what really happens behind the scenes in government. This is more than politics—this is about community, power, leadership, and the future of Chicago. If you care about where Chicago is headed…You need to watch this episode. 👇 TAP IN. COMMENT YOUR THOUGHTS. SHARE THIS WITH SOMEBODY WHO NEEDS TO SEE IT. ⸻ Sponsored By 🥪 La Sandwishera2721 W Division StChicago, IL 60622 🍕 Bongiorno’s Cucina Italiana &amp; Pizzeria405 N Wabash AveChicago, IL 60611 ☕ Gano Excel<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fusa.ganoexcel.com%2Fflavatastetesters&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTVMSDFHV2gtNnZ0NF9sb3I2aHY0VVRWcXZoZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuWDNhMXRlY3lrS3JaVGxrcE16N2lVdmp0VUNVZTJWSnBaVE80LUp3bFB0U1NLWU9IY0wwMWphcy1pdHhoX2VSSHM3TWU2RWR6ajZ1UUcyRjBsX1dqQXBrZk12XzkxdHRWWkZ3YWtUTm16Y2EweGJTSQ&v=W7bnf6lsWa0" rel="nofollow">https://usa.ganoexcel....</a> ⸻ FLAVA Links 🎙 Rent The Studio: www.flavapodcaststudio.com👕 Purchase FaithSTRONG Gear: www.faithstrong413.com ⸻ Follow FLAVA Podcast Network 📺 YouTube: <a href="https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCz9isMOc94nionHRmi826Rw" rel="nofollow">  <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png"> / @flavapodcastnetwork  </a>📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Finstagram.com%2Fflavapodcastnetwork&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2YtY3lqUWN6dk0yQWR0V0FTVHJ2aVNwQzV0QXxBQ3Jtc0ttRHYtY0x3VlZjckNNb3BKb3FSYzN0bnIwZnVUcUNzM2Q4cTBoc3d1Tjh1T1ZFb0tZN2NCYVJsVDRrM0xPdXBobkpGMjVHVHZON3JtTVc2YkQ5cVY3RGVqeVFrSW5sQU5zRzRYUldJb0p5Uk5lUnNtdw&v=W7bnf6lsWa0" rel="nofollow"> <img src="https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/social_media/instagram_1x.png"> / flavapodcastnetwork  </a> ⸻ Hashtags <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/flavapodcast" rel="nofollow">#FlavaPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/gilbertvillegas" rel="nofollow">#GilbertVillegas</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopolitics" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPolitics</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagopodcast" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoPodcast</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/latinoleadership" rel="nofollow">#LatinoLeadership</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagonews" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoNews</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagoalderman" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoAlderman</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/faithstrong" rel="nofollow">#FaithStrong</a> <a href="https://m.youtube.com/hashtag/chicagobusiness" rel="nofollow">#ChicagoBusiness</a>

Alderman Gilbert Villegas Talks Chicago’s Future, Leadership & Latino Power | FLAVA Podcast | EP. 92

Chicago Flava Squad interviewing Chicago Entertainers - Politicians - Motivators - Influencers - Trendsetters and getting up close and Personal.