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Two Brothers Talking

by Israel Olvera & Eli Lillard

Talking to inspiring leaders, sharing career & development tips and connecting individuals to valuable education resources.

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Episodes

  1. S3Ep8: 5 Ways Leaders Can Build Trust w/ Jason Davis (JMM Advisory Group)

    Declining employee engagement, the Great Resignation and Retention are at the top of every leader's mind right now. Though there are many theories for the root cause of this phenomenon, there is only one that seems to fit the bill as a solution for all three. That would be the matter of trust.…

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  2. S3Ep7: Bringing Literacy to Life w/ Tiffany Ellington (Miss Phoenix 2022)

    Did you know that 66% of children in poverty do not have access to books? Increasing literacy worldwide by just 1% would equate to a $240 billion bump in the global economy. That is what Tiffany Ellington, an author, philanthropist and Miss Phoenix 2022, says is at stake in the world of child...

  3. S3Ep6: Faith, Family & the Future w/ Franklin Walker, Father, Minister & People Leader

    Disclaimer: The views expressed in this video do not necessarily represent Allstate's positions, strategies or opinions. In episode six, Israel flies solo in a conversation with Franklin Walker, a senior leader for a fortune 100 company. Franklin shares his experience as a people leader, how his...

  4. S3Ep5: Community, Courage and Careers w/ Veronica Shorr (Arizona Community Foundation of Yuma)

    Regional Director for the Arizona Community Foundation of Yuma, Veronica Shorr, joins Israel and Eli in the midseason finale. Covering everything from what sparked her philanthropy to career changes and family living, watch as the brothers encourage Veronica to publish the children's book she has...

  5. S3Ep4: Feeding a City w/ Isaiah "Tio Gordo" Lopez (Birrieria El Gordo)

    From a one bedroom apartment, Isaiah dreamed of a day where he could provide for his family while chasing his dreams. One day, it clicked and along with his wife, Isaiah made it a reality. Birrieria El Gordo, a local hotspot, was born. Join Israel in his conversation with Isaiah, where they talk...

  6. S3Ep3: Serving Up Sunshine with Lilah & Zilah Barrera, Owners of Sunkissed Coffee House & More

    In this episode, Israel and Eli conducted their first onsite interview of the show with Lilah and Zilah of Sunkissed Coffee House & More. From picking pecans with their grandparents to starting a family business in the middle of a pandemic, Lilah and Zilah talk about their strong values, the...

  7. S3Ep2: a Legacy of Leadership with Jacqueline Thomas, Entrepreneur & Founder of Lady Leaders

    In this episode, Israel and Eli sit down with entrepreneur, founder of Lady Leaders and Miss Arizona 2019, Jacqueline Thomas, to talk about her experience in DC, background and upbringing, her time with the Miss America Organization and the work that Lady Leaders is doing across the country. Who…

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  8. S3Ep1: a City with a Future with City of Yuma Mayor, Doug Nicholls

    In the season 3 premiere, Israel and Eli sit down with City of Yuma Mayor, Doug Nicholls, to talk leading through criticism. Catching up from their season 1 conversation, the guys ask Mayor Nicholls about hobbies, leading through the pandemic, adapting to shifting statewide policies and what the...

  9. S2Ep10: Crowns, Cancer and Community

    Service Above Self. What does that mean? In the season two finale, we sat down with Ellie Evans, Miss Yuma County's Outstanding Teen 2020, and talk about what that mantra has done for her personal growth. She shares the emotional story behind Steps Towards Hope, her social impact initiative, and...

  10. S2Ep9: 3 Bad Habits to Quit Today (Leadership Edition)

    Overcoming bad habits can be so daunting! We made it easy. We identified the top 3 bad habits that bring the most detriment to your leadership brand and we serve them up in this episode. We also share our 3 tips to replace those bad habits in your daily life. Join us as we countdown our biggest...

  11. S2Ep8: Where Do I Even Start??

    So you decided you want to pursue higher education. Great! You are excited about this next chapter and then BAM, you get hit with your first barrier: no funding. Or maybe for you, it’s the struggle of not knowing what to do or where to go for resources on applying for financial aid. What about a...

  12. S2Ep7: How Can I Effectively Communicate??

    Miscommunication can often tear apart relationships, dry up career opportunities, and leave you in an isolated place. Eli and Israel count down the top three reasons why our conversations often go awry, plus give you their three tips for effectively communicating.

  13. S2Ep6: How Do I Stand Out in a Crowded Job Market??

    Resume building, interviewing and candidate positioning are three of the most common, yet often difficult parts of job search. Israel and Eli sat down and answered listener questions in a Facebook live stream. As always, they offered their tips on how you can be the most competitive candidate to...

  14. S2Ep5: Owning a Small Business in the Middle of a Pandemic

    Israel and Eli chat with longtime friend and small business owner, Jerrod Sweet of Sweets Smoothies, about health, running a small business during the pandemic and what centers him. Note: Audio issues clear up at the 13 minute mark of the episode.

  15. S2Ep4: Why Am I Stressed Out?? (Thanksgiving Episode)

    What am I going to cook? How much do I cook? Can I afford it? Not to mention the BIGGEST question on everyone's mind - should I even host family in the middle of a pandemic? In this Thanksgiving themed episode, Israel and Eli explore the 3 top reasons that people get stressed out during the…

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  16. S2Ep3: What Do You Mean I Have to Forgive?

    Whether it is politics, beliefs or scars, these are hot button topics that tend to cause division. If it is a stranger, we can simply ignore them. What about, however, when the person is your family member? What if the offense is pretty egregious? In this episode, Israel and Eli dive deep into...

  17. S2Ep2: 3 Reasons You Should Not Quit Your Job

    Financial freedom, carefree living and retirement security are words that do not mean a thing without one important ingredient: career longevity. What is it? How does someone ensure their career has the legs to finish the race? Israel and Eli tackle this conversation while highlighting the top 3...

  18. S2Ep1: Am I being robbed??

    In the season two premiere, Eli and Israel bust open the age old myth that you just do not have enough time in the day. They expose the three habits that rob you of your time, happiness and peace of mind PLUS give you three tips to effectively manage your 24 hours.

  19. S1Ep17: Leading through a Pandemic w/ Mayor Nicholls

    In this episode, we sat down with Mayor of Yuma, Douglas Nicholls, to talk about life before office, leading through a pandemic and his perspective on government overreach. We also ask about what the city is doing to be part of the solution to end human trafficking and the Mayor's message to the...

  20. S1Ep16: Creating Happiness Habits w/ guest cohost Taylor Proctor

    Happiness habits and the C.L.E.A.R Method are just two of the tools that Transformational Happiness Mentor, Taylor Proctor, utilizes to teach others how to realize that they are capable of 'Happiness Abound'. In this episode, we explore these two tools, Taylor's background and talk about the...

  21. S1Ep15: The 5 Traits of Toxic People

    Toxic People are everywhere. How can you spot them? What do you do when you found someone you think may be toxic? Eli and Israel uncover the 5 behaviors toxic people share, plus give their 3 tips for what to do when you have found a toxic person in your life.

  22. S1Ep14: Living with Anxiety w/ guest cohost Eva Lillard

    Anxiety Disorder is a disrupter of life, often leaving destruction in its wake. It can rob you of your happiest moments, achievements and joy. How can you live a fulfilling life if you are afflicted with AD? Eva Lillard, M.Ed, BHT and Child & Family Therapist returns to the show to talk about the...

  23. S1Ep13: Fighting Sex Trafficking in a Border Town w/ guest cohost Miss Yuma County, Gabriella Heinz

    Changing the world takes passion, drive and vision. We sat down with Arizona's Miss Yuma County 2020, Gabriella Heinz, to talk about what she is doing to shine a light on sex-trafficking, her book Into the Portal and the Agape Project.

  24. S1Ep12: How Do You Respect Yourself? w/ guest cohost Juliette Olvera

    Cheating, breakups and poor parenting can leave scars often making it difficult to respect yourself. People leader, change champion and friend of Two Brothers Talking, Juliette Olvera, guest cohosts on this episode to share her perspective and struggles with respecting herself.

  25. S1Ep11: Get to Know Israel and Eli

    Ever have those lingering questions about your best friends? In Episode Eleven, we dive deep into the backgrounds our show hosts to uncover answers.

  26. S1Ep10: Staying Fit and Motivated w/ guest cohost Jesus Rojas

    Motivation comes and goes. What kind of mindset does it take to ensure that you keep striving for greatness long after the motivation has worn off? Two Brothers Talking sat down (virtually) with Jesus Rojas, founder and owner of Inspirational Fitness, to talk fitness, the power of perseverance…

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  27. S1Ep9: Expert Advice from a Nurse w/ guest cohost Beronica Rhodes

    With everything going on in the world, we could all use a hero. Two Brothers Talking sat down (virtually) with real life hero Beronica Rhodes to ask her how she balances life. Between being a mom of 3 boys, wife, full-time nurse and a frontline medical worker, how does she do it? One thing is...

  28. S1Ep8: Where Can You Find Quality Mentors?

    Whether you are in business or not, to reach new peaks of success, you need quality mentors supporting and guiding you. In this episode, Eli and Israel break down what characteristics make up a quality mentor, share stories from their own lives of when they chose the wrong mentor and talk about…

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  29. S1Ep3: Friendship Part 1

    What is friendship? How do you build a friendship? How do you make them last a lifetime? Join Eli and Israel as they dive into part one of this two part conversation on friendship.

  30. S1Ep7: Ask a Therapist w/ guest cohost Eva Lillard

    What should should you do if you have a friend or know someone that is being abused? We asked listeners to submit questions that they would like answered by guest cohost and Child & Family Therapist Eva Lillard, M.Ed, BHT.

  31. S1Ep6: Overcoming Stress In Your Life

    Current events in your life stressing you out? Major changes can often bring a feeling of helplessness, anxiety and even depression. Find out how you can manage and even overcome stress in your life on this week’s episode.

  32. S1Ep5: COVID-19 and Lock Down

    Following a stay at home order by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey, Two Brothers Talking has been on a short hiatus. Listen in on our latest episode as we talk about what we’ve been up to during this crisis, how we are staying healthy, and what are our recommendations.

  33. S1Ep4: Friendship Part 2

    In part 2 of of Friendship, cohosts Eli and Israel peel back the layers of their own relationship. What was the turning point in their relationship that took them from acquaintances, to friends, to brothers? Were there times they wanted to throw it all away? What do they do now to continue to…

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  34. S1Ep2: Why is it called Toxic Masculinity?

    What is toxic masculinity? What drives it? What does detox look like? Two Brothers Talking explores the answers to those questions. Plus, hosts Israel and Eli provide insight from personal experience AND the winners of our raffle will be announced!

  35. S1Ep1: How Is Your Mental Health?

    What is mental health? What drives positive and negative mental health? Two Brothers Talking explores the answers to those questions. Plus, hosts Israel and Eli provide tangible tips and insight on the topic.

  36. Welcome to Two Brothers Talking!

    We're a self-improvement podcast dedicated to giving you tangible life changing tips that will help you become your best self. Check out our trailer or visit us at twobrotherstalking.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Talking to inspiring leaders, sharing career & development tips and connecting individuals to valuable education resources.

HOSTED BY

Israel Olvera & Eli Lillard

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Talking to inspiring leaders, sharing career & development tips and connecting individuals to valuable education resources.

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Two Brothers Talking is created and hosted by Israel Olvera & Eli Lillard.
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