Beneath The Layers With Larry Valentino

Hey Everyone! In this week's podcast, we welcome back two guests of the show Isaac Chavez and Bryan Valdivia. We previously talked quite a bit about growing up in Riverside and where we currently are in our lives. But this particular episode we dive a little bit deeper into the minds of our guests when it comes to the topic of growth, pain, and dealing with tragic events. We also have a little bit of fun talking about the Will Smith and Chris Rock situation at the Oscars. Enjoy!

Hey everyone! Welcome back to the podcast. This second episode of this new season (#15) is something I just thought of on the spot and thought I would share before I upload the episode I originally planned on uploading.   For this episode, I talk about my experience/perspective on the acceptance of loss and how I felt that the meaning of it has changed throughout my life. We all have experienced loss in some form and I go through how my thoughts have progressed to what they are now.   I hope you if you are listening that you can take at least one thing!

Hey everyone! Welcome back to the podcast. A new season is among us! This season will be spent focusing on a variety of things we all struggle with within our daily lives. This season we will be getting you, the listeners, involved and talking about things you want to hear.  For this episode, I discuss the concept of insecurity and being able to understand where these insecurities come from as well as how it is related to living in this moment. We oftentimes focus too much on the future that we sometimes forget to appreciate the life we have now. 

Hey everyone! Welcome back to the podcast. This week's guest is Rachel Parker and she has an interesting story when it comes to her being able to travel to various parts of the world immersing herself in a variety of cultures across multiple continents, learning about herself along the way. Not many of us have had the opportunities to travel as she has so in this episode she shares her experience as well as how it has shaped her own perspective of the world and of herself. We also discuss a multitude of other things such as moving away from where she grew up, dating, and some advice she could give when it comes to dating. 

Hey everyone! Welcome back to this week's podcast episode. This week's guest is a friend of mine and an amazing photographer Jordan Lewis. In this episode, we discuss how life can change in an instant. A single event can change the course of your life, but it is important to remain positive and optimistic. Jordan had a dangerous accident a few years ago that had left him mostly paralyzed in one arm and the doctors said that he would never become the professional photographer he had envisioned himself being. But with hard work and dedication, he was able to overcome his situation and adapt in ways that many would not think is possible. Now a few years later he is doing what he loves capturing the most important moments in people's lives. With a mindset that allows you to work hard and a great support system behind you can achieve the impossible.

Hey everyone! Welcome back to this week's podcast episode. This week's guest is Daisy Lopez who is one of the most amazing and fascinating artists I have ever met. We talk about what inspires her to paint and the process by which decides which pieces of art she will paint. Also, we discuss the desire she has to travel and discover the beautiful world that awaits us all. Lastly, we talk about the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship and the significant pieces that play a huge role in keeping the stability and happiness within a relationship.

Hey Everyone! In this week's episode, I talk about the key to self-improvement and recognizing how you can affect those closest to you in a positive or negative way. Creating and maintaining a healthy mind is essential for making decisions. I share with you my thoughts, stories, and experience in how I try to do this every day for myself with the goal of becoming a better person each and every day.

Hey everyone! This week's podcast episode is a continuation of the previous week where my brother and I answer some questions asked by you the viewers! I provide as much of my perspective on each question that was asked and spend time discussing the way that I see particular situations. In this part 2 episode, we are able to peel back the layers, open him up a little bit more and share some of his thoughts on certain topics. You do not want to miss this!

Hey everyone! In this week's podcast episode I answer some questions asked by you the viewers! I provide as much of my perspective on each question that was asked and spend time discussing the way that I see particular situations. The guest for this week is my brother, Isaac Lopez, who also gives his perspective on some questions that you asked. Isaac is an introvert and often finds himself closed off from others. In this podcast episode, we are able to peel back the layers, open him up a little bit and share some of his thoughts on certain topics.   There was a lot of content to get through for this episode and so it has been split into two parts! Part 2 will come out next week!

Hey everyone! In this week's podcast episode, we have Pablo Ochoa a friend of mine for over 10 years now. We catch up and talk about how much change has occurred for us over this period of time. Pablo has made a huge decision to move from Cali to New York City with no job to try and make it in the cooking industry and I believe that he will succeed. Listen to how he has mentally prepared for this new journey in his life among other interesting topics.

In this week's episode of Beneath The Layers I sit down with Cameron Webb (Cami) and have an eye-opening conversation about his journey in becoming a physical therapist. Some ups and downs but we find out that it is all worth it in the end and everything happens for a reason. We can always get by with a little help and support from our family and friends.

Hey everyone! In this week's podcast episode we have Garrett Wong where we discuss the process of solving problems and how many of our daily activities/hobbies dictate our approach to certain situations. A great listen that may help those who are trying to discover themselves and what they might want to achieve in their lives.

Hey everyone! In this week's podcast episode, we have Andrew Tsao where we discuss a variety of topics including the cultural shock when he moved from country to country and how he has handled being thousands of miles away from his family. We also talk about how he bounces around between what he is doing now and what he wants to do in the future, which is something we all struggle with. Andrew also asks me about my podcast journey and you might want to hear what I have to say about that! Pursing goals and the different approaches that we could take in achieving those goals are different for everyone and Andrew has a unique perspective that you do not want to miss!

In this week’s podcast episode, we have Jackie Webb, who talks about some of the problems she has faced in her life, including her struggles with her faith. We also discuss what it means to be happy and recognize one of the most important aspects of life that so many of us often forget about. If you enjoy philosophical ideas and concepts this is the episode for you!

In this week's podcast, I have two friends who have experienced growing up in Riverside alongside me. Though we have all grown up in the same area we have all taken different paths after leaving high school. Today we are in different places but we are able to remain great friends. We reminisce on our time growing up and at the same time discuss the struggles of trying to figure out life along the way while also having fun of course. Enjoy!

In this episode I discuss with Dulce about her difficult time dealing with a long distance relationship. You thought maybe your long distance relationships were rough but Dulce's significant other is in a whole other country! Listen in to find out what's most important in maintaining a strong relationship being thousands of miles apart!