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Welcome to Waking up with Melissa Ruiz, a podcast that takes a deep dive into personal development, spirituality and how to grow your online business. Hosted by Melissa Ruiz, a spiritual & mindset business coach for all conscious healers out there. Stay tuned every week while Melissa shares insight on how to balance your business and stay in alignment with your higher self. 🌈 IG: https://www.instagram.com/iammelissaruiz/ https://www.instagram.com/wakingupwithmelissa/ 🌈 Website: https://iamme ...
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Smart Talk Series

Melissa Vela-Williamson, APR

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The Smart Talk Series -- dive into communication strategies, tips, and principles using a 360-degree approach with your host Melissa Vela-Williamson. Melissa is an accredited public relations expert, entrepreneur, and national columnist. This series will focus on a theme over the span of six weekly episodes. Listen as Melissa dives into a topic on her own, interviews industry experts, and gives listeners a broad perspective to learn from. Communication is the foundation of professional or pe ...
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Being Human... and Other Sh!t

Staci Ruiz and Melissa Whitley

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Being Human… and Other Sh!t is a podcast all about the beautiful mess we call life.We are Staci and Melissa, just a couple of besties, looking for ways to help put an end to the stigmas that exist all around us, and hopefully help those of us suffering from some of the stigmas to feel seen, heard, and cared about. Staci and I will be discussing our own journeys and experiences and along the way we’ll be connecting with some really amazing, beautiful humans that have been vulnerable and kind ...
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THE FAILED EXPERIMENT is a weekly podcast hosted by Southern California based DP/cinematographer, Kyle Cowling, along with a guest. Each week, in his dining room, Kyle sits down with filmmakers, photographers, musicians, artists, athletes, and individuals from all walks of life to discuss everything from their journey of how they got to where they are today, their goals, accomplishments, failures, mental health, work/life balance and more. TFE is an open and honest exploration in sincere con ...
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Pajaritos: A Chicago Latinx Theater Podcast

Pajaritos: A Chicago Latinx Theater Podcast

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"A little birdy told me..." The Alliance of Latinx Theater Artists of Chicago exists as a nexus for the thriving landscape of Latinx theater artists in the Chicagoland area. This is the podcast for that community. We strive to be a resource to discover the people of the Latinx Theater Community, discover the work of those people, and to collect the stories and experiences of the Chicago Latinx Theater Community.
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Culturally relevant communication is powerful, especially when it's created with knowledge, empathy, and solidarity. In this episode, Melissa talks to Gabriel Reyes, the president and founder of Reyes Entertainment about his new book and efforts to inform and educate the industry pros about the need for cultural competence. About Gabriel: Gabriel R…
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Join us this season as we focus on Cultural Strategy! Melissa kicks off Season 8 with Associate Director of Race and Ethnicity Research at Pew Research Center, Sahana Mukherjee. Listen as they discuss the important role research plays when crafting cultural strategy. About Sahana: Sahana Mukherjee is Associate Director of Race and Ethnicity researc…
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Episode 36 of The Failed Experiment is now live exclusively for Patreon members. I hope all enjoy this conversion with one of the most talented photographers to capture the sport of motocross (and more), Drew Ruiz. If you are not familiar with Drew's work, I highly recommend viewing his portfolio. We dive into quite a lot in today's episode from hi…
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Have you ever felt lost in the shuffle of life and business? Welcome to this raw and honest new episode of Waking Up With Melissa, Where I'm sharing my personal journey of navigating heartbreak, self-discovery, and entrepreneurial growth. Discover how I found the courage to step outside of my comfort zone and create a life filled with purpose and a…
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Three months after we recorded our first conversation together (April, 2024), Nick Evennou and I were able to finally sit down one more time (July, 2024) to record part two of our conversation. And, that brings us to episode 35. In today’s conversation, dive deeper into Nick’s time with Yamaha of Troy, his hopes to secure a ride with YoT for the 20…
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Spencer Owens is a professional stills photographer based out of Southern California focusing his work within the action sports community. He’s earned multiple cover shots for Racer X Illustrated as well working alongside clients such as 100%, Troy Lee Designs, and more. Aside from taking over a year to make this episode happen, this particular epi…
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Melissa Gutierrez is a stand-up comedian and viral Instagram and TikTok content creator from southern California. If you haven't, I highly recommend diving into Melissa's Instagram and/or TikTok page (@fiveoclockmommy) before listening to this one. Laughs will be had! Melissa has gone viral for quite a few of her reels, but the one that caught my a…
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Join us for an inspiring and empowering episode with the legendary "Queen of Pitch," Dr. Forbes Riley! Dr. Forbes Riley, renowned entrepreneur, author, and infomercial icon. Overcoming Obstacles: Dr. Forbes Riley shares her journey of triumph over adversity, inspiring us to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Communication Mastery: Lear…
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In today's episode we sit down with former professional motocross racer, Nick Evennou. In today's episode, we dive into Nick's career sharing his journey into racing, growing up riding with Travis Pastrana, winning a Loretta Lynn's championship, riding for Yamaha of Troy, MotoXXX, his time in Canada, and so much more. This is a fantastic conversati…
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Welcome to a new solo episode of Waking Up With Melissa where I will be sharing the top five things I wish I would have known sooner about finances and how to be in right relationship with the frequency of abundance. To be a receiver of money, we’ve got to learn how to let go of the self sabotage that’s holding us back from our highest timeline. To…
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Welcome to a new episode where we dive into the power of navigating uncertain times in both our life and in business. Today I’m sharing personal stories about the power of embracing the unknown. Being in a transitional period in your life is a sign that a rebirth is taking place. It simply means we are moving from one phase into the next and that r…
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Welcome to a new episode of “Waking Up With Melissa"! Today we're diving deep into the art of sales, alignment and staying true to your higher self while running a profitable, sustainable business. In this episode, I'm sharing my personal secrets on how to approach sales from a place of authenticity and inner alignment. We'll explore why a sales pr…
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Welcome back to another episode of Waking Up With Melissa! In today's episode, we're diving deep into email marketing—a powerful tool every entrepreneur should have in their marketing strategy! I’m sharing my proven strategies behind creating two high-impact newsletters that achieved an astonishing 88% open rate. We’ll also explore the keys to cr…
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This is the last one of the season y’all and double the love, double the fun! Meet Sarah, a fearless single mom who embarked on the adventure of motherhood solo and ended up with twice the joy. After navigating the rollercoaster of insemination, she welcomed two bundles of chuckles and endless cuddles into her life. Now, Sarah is mastering the art …
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Welcome to a new episode of "Waking Up With Melissa” where we're diving deep into this theme where we’re seeing content creators suddenly quitting social media. We’ll explore the complexities of partnerships, and the difference between influence and impact when building a brand. In this episode, I’ll share why it's crucial to prioritize peace over …
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Welcome to a new episode of “Waking Up with Melissa,” where today I will share juicy lessons and personal stories from The 2% Mastermind retreat in Malibu, which brought together six, seven and eight-figure women entrepreneurs. Today's episode is all about the importance of community, authenticity, and staying true to your purpose. We’ll cover the …
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Season finale! Celebrate the end of Season 7 with an insightful discussion between host Melissa Vela-Williamson and Ernie Zuniga the host of "Pickup Lines". Ernie shares about taking the leap from being a TV morning news anchor on traditional media, to developing a self-produced show with a unique format. About Ernie: For almost 18 years, Ernie Zun…
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Get ready to be inspired by Austin Uku, a multifaceted athlete, artist, and creator of the Prototype Training System. Austin's fitness journey spans martial arts, college football, strength training, and even comic book illustration! This unique background fuels his holistic and customizable approach to physique development. What is the Prototype T…
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In today's episode of Waking Up with Melissa, we explore the transformative journey of stepping into your healed era as a CEO. I’m introducing the four-step 'Re' process to reassess your North Star, realign your intentions, reimagine your future self, and redesign any perceived blocks into opportunities for growth. Whether you're an aspiring entrep…
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When you see a lack of representation in media, sometimes the best way to address it is to create the type of publication you're craving. In today's episode, Melissa sits down with April Monterrosa, the publisher and editor-in-chief of Live From The Southside Magazine, to talk about creating content for a niche audience and an insider's look into b…
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The man, the myth, the LEGEND Joey Saragoza FINALLY joins us on our next episode of Being Human. Joey walks us and talks us through fatherhood, his decision to get sober and honestly just life. As big big lovers of Joey and his energy (listen to any episode and you will hear his name A LOT) we both never had the opportunity to explore his reasoning…
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In today’s episode of "Waking Up With Melissa," I am sharing with you the top 10 things life has taught me in 40 years. This episode isn't just an exploration; it’s an invitation to align with your deepest truths and to step into a reality where your joy is your greatest guide. This one is all about getting down to what truly matters—finding that s…
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You don't have to be a subject matter expert to help create an engaging event for professionals in a certain sector. You just have to be an expert at creating events. In this episode, Melissa talks with Erika Bradbury, an editorial and event content strategist about creating successful events and communications for business-to-business (B2B) audien…
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Welcome to today's solo episode, where I'll be diving into the 5 reasons why I've never needed to hit pause on my business – and why you won't have to either. We're going to debunk some industry myths, get real about personal responsibility, and dive deep into the core strategies that keep me motivated, aligned, and successful without burnout. Look…
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No matter what field you're in, there's probably a publication that is created for professionals like you and covers stories that are relevant to your area of work. This is called trade journalism. In today's episode, Melissa is joined by John Elsasser, the editor-in-chief of PRSA's Strategies & Tactics for a discussion about the evolution and impo…
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Today's solo episode is all about the art of launching your offer with spirit + strategy. We're diving deep into my 4-week proven method and trademark that will transform the way you introduce your offers to the world. Whether you're targeting an emotional, fast-action, or logical buyer, we've got something for everyone. If you're looking to elevat…
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As PR pros, we excel at helping clients tell their stories, but when it comes to telling our own, we sometimes find it difficult to "land that plane". Melissa talks to Jacqueline Ruiz, a social entrepreneur (and a real-life pilot) about how the magic of hybrid publishing can help you tell your story. Thought about becoming an author? Listen in! Abo…
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In this powerful episode of the Go Boldly Mastermind Podcast, we sit down with Kevin P. Donaldson, a remarkable individual who has transformed his life from the depths of trauma to a beacon of resilience and hope. Kevin shares his harrowing journey of surviving post-traumatic stress and multiple suicide attempts, including his experiences as a reti…
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WELCOME TO SEASON 5 OF #WAKINGUPWITHMELISSA In today’s episode of Waking Up With Melissa, we explore the liberating realization that letting go often means growing beyond what we’ve been taught to understand as success. Are you chasing dreams on society’s treadmill, feeling burnt out & unfilled? Then maybe it’s time for a paradigm shift, human. Let…
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From corporate success to creative fulfillment, Austin shares his journey of resigning from a Fortune 500 company to pursue his true purpose. Austin boldly stepped out because he knew there's never a perfect time for change. Discover how poetry unexpectedly became a profound aspect of his journey, igniting awakening in himself and others. This jour…
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Join us this season as we focus on The Future of Mass Communication! Melissa kicks off this season with nationally syndicated columnist, Ruben Navarrette. Listen as they discuss the importance of thought leadership in comms, the role of opinion editorials (op-eds), and how to navigate controversial issues as communicators. About Ruben: Ruben Navarr…
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In today’s solo episode of Waking Up with Melissa, I take a deep dive into the life changing transformation I embarked on in 2016 that allowed me to go from a slave of my mind to a disciple of my spirit. How I ultimately activated my intuition and the exact steps I took along the way. This episode is a tribute to my former self, acknowledging the g…
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In today’s solo episode of Waking Up with Melissa, I’m going to break down how I’ve been able to increase our revenue yearly even as the market changed in the last 12 months. I’m sharing with you exactly what I did to catapult my brand to the 7-figures in 26 months and the core rituals I live by inside the day to day operations! Let’s dive right in…
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Today’s episode of Waking Up With Melissa dives deep into the profound insights and spiritual awakenings I experienced during a seven-day meditation retreat with Dr. Joe Dispenza. This experience has transformed my perspective on life and manifestation, and I believe it can do the same for you. Let’s dive right in:A BREAKDOWN OF THIS EPISODE [00:00…
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In this episode of the Go Boldly Podcast we delve into the remarkable & transformational story of Joey Davidson, a man whose life took an unexpected turn from incarceration to inspiration. Despite facing a life sentence for a murder conviction, Joey found redemption and freedom through his faith in Christ. Born again while behind bars, Joey's journ…
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In today’s solo episode of Waking Up with Melissa, I dive deep into the 3 crucial aspects of building a soulful business. I’m sharing valuable insights on the mindset of an entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of progress over perfection. This episode will uncover the power of optimizing and understanding key performance indicators, as well as …
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A Bakersfield, CA native, Kyle Crabb is a filmmaking within the motocross industry. Most recently, Kyle released his long form passion project on YouTube entitled, YOUNG BLOOD, which highlights the amateur motocross scene. It's a modern twist with old school sensibilities. Essentially, think a modern day version of Mini Warriors. In today's episode…
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Happy Valentine's Day! What gives you "the ick"? Staci and I may have got a little cray sharing some of our icks. Hope you enjoy! Let us know if we share any icks. Anyone that may be struggling or feel like they just don’t belong, know that you are not alone and YOU ARE HERE ON PURPOSE! All of our stories look different. We just need to meet each o…
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In today’s episode of Waking Up with Melissa, I breakdown how I transformed my mindset into the powerhouse of abundance that led my brand to the million-dollar mark. My intention today is to unlock the mysteries behind why we get stuck in our businesses and reveal the shifts in perspectives that can set us free. This is one you don’t want to miss..…
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Originally from the Thousand Oaks, CA area, Corey Martin is a Los Angeles County firefighter who is married with two children. Corey grew up riding and racing motocross with aspirations of racing professionally. However, injuries hindered that goal and, eventually, he found his way to becoming the transport driver for the TLD/Red Bull racing team d…
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In this episode of the Go Boldly Podcast, Gary Harrington joined us for a riveting journey into the clandestine world where he, a seasoned professional whose illustrious 35-year career unfolded primarily in the shadows of high-risk environments. From his early days with the 32nd Marine Amphibious Unit to becoming an expert in small teams and solo o…
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Allie Anderson is a stand-up comedian based in Los Angeles, CA. A Las Vegas, NV native, Anderson grew up with a very unique family dynamic that spilled into a very unique academic career where Harry Potter Club was the biggest club on campus. Yes, seriously. Today, we dive into Allie’s upbringing with a father who had wild conspiracy theories and i…
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In today’s episode of Waking Up with Melissa, I sit down with a very special guest, Reese Evans, a mindset and abundance coach, creator of the YES SUPPLY METHOD, who is on a mission to teach the world the power of their subconscious mind, energetics and universal laws to create the life you’re truly meant to live.A BREAKDOWN OF THIS EPISODE[00:00:4…
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Join us on our next Go Boldly Mastermind episode that explores the profound impact of personal and professional growth, led by seasoned expert - Nathan Cook. Recognized by leadership luminary John Maxwell, Nathan's coaching and speaking prowess bring a unique blend of inspiration and tangible value. From one-on-one sessions to addressing vast audie…
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Oliver Keenan-Lyu is a musical composer and audio engineer currently based in Scotland with his wife and son. Oliver has been working as a professional musical composer since 2013, working for brands such as Red Bull, American Honda, Dunkin' Donuts, Jennifer Lopez, Volvo, and more creating music for all kinds of unique projects. However, many may k…
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Welcome to a new solo episode of Waking Up With Melissa. Today we are diving into the Transition between Imposter Syndrome and Manifestation and the key ingredients to seeing our manifestations materialize. Let’s dive right in. A BREAKDOWN OF THIS EPISODE[00:00:34] What does Imposter Syndrome teach us[00:05:40] What steps to take in order to Manife…
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Ryan Marcus is an award-winning director, filmmaker, and editor based out of the Orange County, CA. Originally with ambitions of becoming a professional skateboarder, Ryan eventually found his way behind the camera and a job at the iconic 411 Video Magazine. After his tenure at 411, Ryan moved onto DVS where he was responsible for one of the most p…
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Todays episode is a mashup of my 3 favorite topics in business and self development. We start off the episode uncovering the triggers around finding our “niche” as a New Earth Leader by asking deeper questions around what we want to be known for? While ending the episode with a mindset work frame meant to activate the quantum you.A BREAKDOWN OF THI…
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Guess who’s back?!?! Mama Ruth returns to Being Human… and she’s serving up that good good. I may be bias, since she is my mama, but this woman is beyond AMAZING! Truly a light to us all! 🤗 She is a beautiful example of community, purpose, compassion, resilience, empathy, authenticity, and so much more. She shared with us the highs and lows of her …
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Ryan Holliday is the team manager Team Green Kawasaki. Team Green Kawasaki is the most prestigious amateur support program within the sport of amateur motocross racing. Throughout the decades, Team Green has been responsible for the success of athletes such as Ryan Villopoto, Jeremy McGrath, Ricky Carmichael, James "Bubba" Stewart, Jeff Emig, David…
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