Down and Dirty - The Podcast
by Yensy Bolanos Cortes
Welcome to Down & Dirty. The podcast focused on bringing the art of conversation and genuine listening back to life. Created and hosted by Yensy Bolanos Cortes, a psychology graduate with a passion for mental health, as well as a strong interest in connecting with people and learning about their life stories. Enjoy these episodes full of wisdom, raw feelings and emotions while allowing guests to have a safe space to be heard. Everyones story matters and every opinion counts. Get ready to get down and dirty.
Episodes
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Riding Solo: Grieving, Growing, and Gaining Control
It's been a minute, but I am back - and it's just me this time. In this one, I open up about grieving friendships, taking control of your own life, selfishness, identity, politics, and God. No guests, no filter - just a girl venting. I hope you enjoy this one, Intro music by meechiano, you can…
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Just Two Girls: Raised to Be Perfect, Learning to Be Real
Wow it has been a while. I am back with a longtime amazing pal of mine. So excited about this episode. Ariana (aka Twin - you will understand when you listen) and I had the most raw, impactful, deep conversation as we come to terms with all that has happened from adolescence to the toddler stage…
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Alone But Not Lost: Leaving home, Facing Grief, and Embracing life
I cannot believe this is episode 10. We are officially in the double digits. Finally got to sit down and talk with a special someone who has been in my life for over a decade now. Justin is truly the most amazing person, the most present friend - he is my family. I could not see my life without...
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Growing Older, Growing Closer: Friendship, Forgiveness & California (More Than Just a Dog)
If you asked me two years ago about this exact moment being a reality, I wouldn't be able to believe you. Kaylin isn't just any person in my life. She is the first friend I made when I moved into a new town more than ten years ago. She is the one person who has truly taught me the power of...
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Being the Oldest Sibling, Growing Up in a Hispanic Household, and Staying Driven No Matter the Circumstance
The first day I met Angie, I knew she would be a soul I would never forget. There was a lot of my childhood and adolescence that reminded me of her - it was very relatable. The pressure, the feeling that you have to lead the ship to safety, the constant struggle. Yet we remain standing and…
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Just a Little Girl Talk: The Youngest Sibling, Outgrowing Love, Starting Over, and Loving Alone Time
We are back after a month - March had a lot going on but don't worry I was still recording. This episode with my pal Casey really speaks to all the women that have to make a hard decision to leave someone and start new. It can be scary, but Casey has taught me so much about taking your power back...
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No More Guesswork: Reaching the 3rd Floor (aka thirties), Staying on Track, and The Truth about Men
Reaching the 3rd floor means the toddler stage of adulthood is officially over, and you are now a real adult. I feel really good about this episode. I had girl talk with a special and beautiful person that I have been so blessed with. We talk about turning 30, things women overlook or do not...
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Sisterhood Unfiltered: Just Love No Rivalry, Growing & Learning Together
The moment we have been waiting for has finally come. This episode was a moment my 18-year-old sister and I will never forget. We have a sisterhood unlike any other that I have ever seen. My best friend, confidant, my other half, the only person I ever want to be around shares life growing up…
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The Kid Perspective: Life, Sports & Being Understood
This episode holds a special place in my heart. Sitting down with the most wonderful kids to talk about real life, stress during sports, or just misunderstandings between them and adults was powerful. Sometimes we have to acknowledge that kids are just little people trying to understand life and...
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The Mask We Wear: Masculinity, Self-Perception, and the Disconnect in a Digital World
It was a great honor to have one of my best friends on this episode with me to discuss topics that relate to us all through this digital world we live in. We had a powerful conversation about modern masculinity, self-perception, and the disconnects we can have within ourselves or with others. The...
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Womanhood Through the Ages: Identity, Motherhood, & Cross-Generational Friendship
This episode is truly something special and important for women and men to hear. I sit down with a special someone who plays a friend, mother, and womanly figure/role in my life. Despite being in her 50s and me in my 20s we have formed such a deep and meaningful friendship. It is truly a...
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Rising Through Adversity with Resilience: A Tough Upbringing, Fighting an Illness, and the Dream of Becoming a Nurse
An episode about pure resilience. A powerful story that will motivate you to keep going. My friend Jackie is one incredible person. I am honored to have her as my first guest. Intro music by the legend Meechiano you can find him on Instagram @meech.powers. Please bear with me, I know the audio is…
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About this show
Welcome to Down & Dirty. The podcast focused on bringing the art of conversation and genuine listening back to life. Created and hosted by Yensy Bolanos Cortes, a psychology graduate with a passion for mental health, as well as a strong interest in connecting with people and learning about their life stories. Enjoy these episodes full of wisdom, raw feelings and emotions while allowing guests to have a safe space to be heard. Everyones story matters and every opinion counts. Get ready to get down and dirty.
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