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Riding The Wave
by James Escalera
Welcome to the Riding the Wave podcast, where we talk about the daily struggles we call life. In being a part of this community, we want to hear your high and low tides. With no judgment! The purpose of this podcast is to connect with our audience and try to put ourselves in your shoes. We are here to motivate to all our listeners but also give any of you Kings and Queens an opportunity to share your story. With unity, we can overcome any obstacle. The first step of overcoming challenges is to face them head-on. No more deflecting or hiding our pain with a smile. It's time for enlightenment. At Riding the Wave, we put YOU , the audience FIRST. Join us on this voyage and discover the pursuit of happiness.
Episodes
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What Is Your Purpose?
The delicate thing we call life is that we only experience it once, so how do we live it with purpose and passion? This week, co-host AYD once again joins us as we discuss how to find our purpose, how it reflects growth, and the internal conversations we must have to determine the things, people,...
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Stay Another Day
For the first time, MJ's mother, Silvia, joins us on the 40th episode of Riding The Wave. MJ asks a series of profound questions regarding his mother's tenacity and perseverance during her darkest times, which involve the passing of her friend and that of her husband in later years. It is no easy...
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Keeping a Promise
On this week’s podcast, we feel nostalgic as we learn to interpret the world through the intricate lens of a child. We are joined by MJ’s very own bright, enthusiastic, and youthful eight-year-old son, Aaron. Although we cannot take back time and revert to our years of childhood, the children...
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Why Do People Cheat?
This week, we are joined by returning guest Mo as we explore the topic of cheating within relationships, its psychological effects, and some personal anecdotes. The most prominent question asked is, why do people cheat? Do people cheat because of insecurity, lack of commitment, lack of...
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Reclaiming Your Life
In this episode on Riding The Wave, we are joined by a resilient and knowledgeable guest, Rick, a financial advisor who has been in the industry for 17 years. Raised by a single father who was a war veteran and not culturally accustomed to what it meant to live according to city life because of…
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A Star in The Making
Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome our next star, talented vocalist and musical genius, Violet Melody! Although working a corporate office job by day, Violet Melody makes time for her musical passions and hobbies during her free time, encouraging others not to abandon their creative pursuits…
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Off The Clippers
Welcome to Luigi’s Barbershop, where special guest Luigi joins us as he gives MJ his fresh cut. Luigi is a Whittier native whose journey began as soon as sixth grade with a pair of clippers as a result of his desire to achieve the perfect cut for himself and eventually for others. Becoming a...
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A Barber's Final Cut
In this week’s podcast, we change the scene as we are accompanied by Rudy, The Vicious Barber, in the place where he perfects his craft best, his barbershop, while also giving A.Y.D a cut. Rudy talks of his inception as a barber, from starting ground zero and how, through the help of his brother,...
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Rolling With Wheels
This week, we are joined by special guest Misael, who goes by the name of “Wheels” as a result of having endured a motorcycle accident at the age of 16, resulting in paralysis from the waist down. Despite this complete shift of lifestyle during the early years of his adolescence into adulthood,...
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Creating Deep Thinkers
This holiday week on Riding The Wave Podcast, we are joined by a special guest seeking to change the world through the power of education, Dr. Ji Son. Well-rounded and invested in continual growth, Dr. Ji Son is a Cognitive Science Professor, Scientist, Researcher, Author, and Psychologist. UCLA...
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Champion in The Making
On this week’s podcast, we are rejoined by Coach Flaco, who presents us with the privilege of introducing us to 16-year-old Lincoln Heights boxing champion, Lennon Sosa, going 21-3, who aspires to be our future 2028 Olympic gold medalist. Hungry for the sport and proud of his persistence, Lennon...
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Sharing a Testimony – Part #2
Although there is no way to foretell the challenges that life will throw at us, we do have control over how we choose to respond to them. In this week’s episode, we are joined once again by Fedna, a resilient Coach, Minister, and active member of his community who serves as a testament to the...
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Sharing a Testimony
This week, we are joined by Fedna, an active member of the Lincoln Heights community. He serves as a Youth Minister and Coach at his local high school, relentlessly demonstrating his commitment to his family and community. Fedna shares the importance of honoring his father’s legacy, who was...
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Business Strategy 101
On this week’s podcast, we talk business. We are joined by special guest, Monica Flores Roman, entrepreneur and financial expert of 18 years. Monica shares with us how her upbringing and tight-knit nuclear familial dynamic led to her desire to follow in her hard-working father’s footsteps in the...
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Life on The Street
This week we are joined by a special guest "Rooster", an eccentric idiosyncratic individual who shares with the audience his upbringing; from his relationship with his parents to the meaning of his tattoos, which demonstrates his outlook towards life. From enduring difficult losses such as losing...
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God's Plan – Part #2
Special guest and pastor Sergio Vera returns for part two of this week’s podcast to share how living a tumultuous lifestyle led to a road of struggle, danger, and a lack of progress, motivating him to reframe his mindset and re-establish his priorities in order to be fully present for himself…
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God's Plan
On this week’s podcast MJ and AYD are joined by special guest Sergio Vera, a Boyle Heights native centering his energy around God’s plan. Father of three and a dedicated member of his church, Sergio shares with the audience his experience during his transition from the streets into the church,...
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Lace Them Up – Part #2
Boxing and sobriety have helped many develop a lifestyle that is conducive to their needs, goals, hopes, and aspirations for the future. On this week’s podcast, we are joined by returning guests Spencer Valenzuela, undefeated boxing champ and longtime persistence and resistance Coach, Flaco, who...
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Lace Them Up – Part #1
It’s the sound of the bell ringing and immediately all that exists is you, your technique, the adrenaline, and your opponent in the ring. In that ring and in life, we learn that it does not matter how you start, but how you finish. This mantra is emphasized and reiterated further in this week’s...
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Fitness Talk – Part #2
Setting realistic expectations, repeating exceptional performances systematically, and ultimately trusting the process: all of these being effective mindset tools and strategies recommended by our returning guest and personal mind and fitness coach, Canidate (@IamCanidate) to ultimately ensure…
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Fitness Talk – Part #1
F.I.T. - Foraging Instinctive Thinking- a mind tool and strategy introduced by our special guest in order to train your body and mind into habit. In this week’s episode with MJ and AYD, we are joined by special guest Canidate (@IamCanidate), an OC based fitness guru with 30 years of experience in...
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Co-Parenting – Part #2
Tears will roll! In this week’s episode, longtime parents, Mo and host MJ continue on the topic of co-parenting and provide advice on lessons they’ve learned from their personal experiences when dealing with partners who have been both intentional and immature with their co-parenting approaches.…
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Co-Parenting – Part #1
Join MJ and returning guest and mother of two (Mo) as we delve into the difficult and ambiguous topic of what effective co-parenting looks like and the implications that different co-parenting styles may have on the child. Co-parenting can prove to be difficult to navigate through –especially…
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Identifying Red Flags
In this week’s episode, we are joined by special guest Mo –Monique–, an insightful and independent individual who helps us venture into the world of Red Flags and how to identify them within relationships, the workplace, amongst friends, and within our own families. Red Flags cover a broad…
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Young and Motivated
Noah is an idiosyncratic youngster who does not waste his time! Join MJ and special guest Noah on his voyage to success as he demonstrates his will and commitment to his college career, side hustle, circle of trust, lovable family, and God. How does a 19-year-old manage an equilibrium of the...
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Keeping the Flame Lit: 18 Years of Riding the Marriage Wave
This episode is a DOOZYl, featuring AYD and his wife Tasha dropping some serious knowledge about their 18-year marriage journey. They dive deep into the ups and downs of their relationship, from rocky beginnings to smooth sailing, keeping it real every step of the way. AYD and Tasha don't shy…
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Dating with Intentions
Hey there, Wavers! Join MJ, Mo, and the crew as they dive into the world of intentional dating. This episode of Riding the Wave Podcast is all about navigating modern romance with purpose and authenticity. Our hosts get real about dating in 2024, covering everything from the impact of social…
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How to Prepare for a First Date
Calling all Kings and Queens navigating the exciting (and sometimes awkward) world of first dates! In this episode, MJ, AYD, and Mo are diving deep into everything you need to know to make that first impression a lasting one. The episode kicks off with everybody sharing their current emotional...
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Hey... Trust the Process Bro| Episode 13
MJ and AYD are fighting! Tune in this week to hear what's been going on between MJ and AYD behind the scenes of Riding the Wave podcast. We talk about trusting the process as you learn and grow. And how to deal with collaborators and close personal friends who you are involved in a project with....
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How Do We Adapt to Change | Episode 12
In this episode of Riding the Wave, AYD and MJ open the show with a more personal tone. They acknowledge that both of them have recently faced challenges, hinting at a deeper discussion for a future episode. MJ gives a shoutout to his nephews for their recent accomplishments, while AYD offers...
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Overcoming Complacency | Episode 11
Riding the Wave tackles complacency. Hosts AYD and MJ share personal stories of how complacency impacted them. They define complacency as satisfaction with the status quo, hindering motivation to improve. The episode explores how losing sight of goals can lead to complacency, with MJ mentioning...
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Pursuit to Happiness | Episode 10
This episode of Riding the Wave dives into the concept of Happiness. The episode opens with a lighthearted check-in, asking AYD and MJ about their current. What's been going on in the past week? The highs and lows. The conversation quickly pivots to the central theme – what exactly is happiness?...
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Persevering through Life's Most Challenging Moments | Episode 9
This week on Riding the Wave, hosts AYD and MJ dive into perseverance, and share their incredible life stories of heartbreak and trauma. They discuss some of the most difficult and challenging moments of their lives, and how they overcame them. AYD vulnerably shares his experience of losing his...
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Diving Deep into Father-Daughter Dynamics | Episode 8
Welcome back to Riding the Wave with your hosts AYD and MJ. This week Riding the Wave explores the complexities of father-daughter relationships with our special guests: Mo, Laurel, and her 15 year old daughter Kayla. We dive deep with Kayla and her Mom on the struggles of growing up with a…
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Shredding the Stereotypes of Fatherhood | Episode 7
In this episode, AYD and MJ delve into the beautiful and messy world of fatherhood. We kick things off with a discussion on the importance of being present for your children. AYD then shares his heartwarming story of unexpected fatherhood, followed by a sensitive look at considering abortion from...
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Bridging the Gap: Part 2 | Episode 6
Tune in to the follow up episode to last week's discussion on overcoming anger. Your hosts AYD (Are You Dedicated) and MJ bring back CJ and have a healthy discussion about absent parents and how to overcome your struggles. Find out what CJ would say to his Dad if he had the opportunity, how he...
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Bridging the Gap: Learning to Let Go of Anger | Episode 5
This episode of Riding the Wave dives deep with CJ. Your hosts MJ and AYD explore CJ's story, from the challenges he's faced growing up, struggles dealing with an absent father, and how he overcame them. We hear about CJ's journey to fatherhood at a young age and the moment he recognized his…
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How to Love Yourself | Episode 4
This week on Riding the Wave we are joined by Mo (Monique) as we discuss learning to love yourself. Your hosts AYD and MJ guide us through an exploration of self-love in this episode. From personal anecdotes to insightful reflections, we navigate the intricate path towards self-discovery and...
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Hanging out with Bets Vintage Toys | Episode 3
On this episode of Riding the Wave we're hanging out with Bets Mendoza owner of Bets Vintage Toys. MJ interviews his brother in law about how he got into the business of vintage action figures. DM @RidingtheWave2024 on Instagram with the best store name and win an action figure! Riding the Wave...
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Childhood Upbringing | Episode 2
In the second episode of Riding the Wave podcast your hosts MJ and AYD (Are You Dedicated) discuss their childhood upbringing and share some wild stories about growing up in California. Riding the Wave puts our audience first. We want to hear your high and low tides. No judgment! DM us on…
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Riding the Wave Podcast Premiere | Episode 1
Welcome to Riding the Wave podcast! In this premiere episode, your hosts MJ and AYD (Are You Dedicated) talk about why they started this podcast and their intentions and goals moving forward. Riding the Wave puts our audience first. We want to hear your high and low tides. No judgment! DM us on...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Riding the Wave podcast, where we talk about the daily struggles we call life. In being a part of this community, we want to hear your high and low tides. With no judgment! The purpose of this podcast is to connect with our audience and try to put ourselves in your shoes. We are here to motivate to all our listeners but also give any of you Kings and Queens an opportunity to share your story. With unity, we can overcome any obstacle. The first step of overcoming challenges is to face them head-on. No more deflecting or hiding our pain with a smile. It's time for enlightenment. At Riding the Wave, we put YOU , the audience FIRST. Join us on this voyage and discover the pursuit of happiness.
HOSTED BY
James Escalera
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Welcome to the Riding the Wave podcast, where we talk about the daily struggles we call life. In being a part of this community, we want to hear your high and low tides. With no judgment! The purpose of this podcast is to connect with our audience and try to put ourselves in your shoes. We are here...
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Riding The Wave is created and hosted by James Escalera.
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