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Thriving Thursday PodcastNEW HOST?! w/ Jason LaPierre Ep.27Welcome to the 27th episode of the Thriving Thursday podcast! In this special episode, Ricky takes the reins as our guest host, and we are thrilled to welcome Jason LaPierre from New Britain, Connecticut. Jason is a talented singer-songwriter and jazz guitarist, and he will be sharing his insights on music in the jazz industry. Join us as he discusses his journey starting in the lofi music scene and reminisces about the Refresh Nights event at the White Rabbit in downtown Sherman this past weekend.
This episode is a must-listen for Thriving Thursday podcast fans, new music enthusiasts, lofi...2023-12-2950 minThriving Thursday PodcastDancing in the Rain with Trulah EP.26Welcome to the 26th episode of the Thriving Thursday podcast with your host Azarya De La Cruz. In this special episode, we have the talented Christian Jazz Songwriter from Nashville, TX, Trulah, as our guest. Join us as Trulah shares her experiences in the vibrant music scene of Nashville, her adventures on tour, and navigating her faith while being a part of the secular music scene.
If you're a thriving Thursday podcast listener, you won't want to miss this insightful and inspiring conversation. Tune in to gain valuable insights into Trulah's journey and the impact of her music. Don't...2023-12-211h 08Thriving Thursday PodcastBoo Radley x Undr Earth Ep. 25 W/Bryson BatesWelcome back to TT!
Todays episode we talk with Bryson bates about his upcoming collaboration with Local Luxury Streetwear Brand "Undr Earth" with Alex Gomez for his single "Boo Radley". and his recent engagement at the Dallas TX Gaylord Hotel with Estefany Zambrano!2023-12-1455 minThriving Thursday PodcastSibling Conversation EP.24 w/Ayden BurgosWelcome to the latest episode of the Thriving Thursday podcast, a faith-based talk show where we dive into various topics! In this episode, we have a special guest, my younger brother Ayden. Join us as Ayden opens up about his interests, passions, and shares his experiences growing up with divorced and re married parents
This episode is perfect for our podcast listeners, especially teenagers and young adults. If you're a sibling looking for relatable stories, advice, or simply want to hear about someone else's journey, then this episode is a must-listen for you.
So, make sure to tune...2023-11-1646 minThriving Thursday PodcastMusic as a Couple, EP.23 w/John y BereWelcome to the Thriving Thursday Podcast! In this special bilingual episode, we sit down with John y Bere, a talented Hispanic Duo from Amarillo, Texas. Join us as we dive deep into their journey of creating Christian Latin contemporary music.
As a married couple, John and Bere share their experiences of making music together and how their faith plays a significant role in their artistic expression. Discover the inspirations that fuel their passion and the influences that shape their unique sound.
In this episode, we explore their musical backgrounds and learn how they came together to form this incredible...2023-11-0231 minThriving Thursday PodcastSoyblessed & Colorgr8d W/Hubby EP.22Hey there! It's Thriving Thursday!!
Today we have our cameraman, AKA my husband, Ricky! In this episode, we discuss how our personal endeavors are going and how God is moving in our decisions. It can be hard sometimes to trust what the Lord can do with something that is scary to give up, but at the end of the day He will always be your provider. I hope you find this encouraging for yourself, that you can do anything you put your mind and heart into.
Stay tuned for exciting new episodes here soon!2023-10-2641 minThriving Thursday PodcastJust Jesus & Gucci EP.21Welcome back to Thriving Thursday! On this episode of our podcast, we are thrilled to have Gucci Gospel joining us after the successful release of his debut Christian single, "Just Jesus." Get ready to dive into Gustavo's inspiring journey into the world of music as he shares his passion and what led him to create this soul-stirring track. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with insights and anecdotes that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.2023-10-1951 minThriving Thursday PodcastCafecito con Rob EP.20!It's Thriving Thursday!!
Today we had Big Rob on and he got to share so many things with us!
Like his passion for coffee, his testimony, and his heart overall. "Pray for the kids" was the most impactful piece for me. Don't forget to pray for the new generations arising!
Thank you for being so supportive! 2023-10-1241 minThriving Thursday PodcastWelcome back!! EP.19Grief. What a hard emotion and process to walk through.
We lost our beautiful boy Xylo at 7 months due to someone with a careless heart, killing him. For this reason I have taken a step back to process what has happened with my family and the Lord.
It has not be easy, but I have had the God given strength to walk through it.
Although I've been in a season of rain, I know next will be sunshine and rainbows. Joy comes in the morning!
Speaking of Joy, our new kitten...2023-10-0548 minThriving Thursday PodcastBeing an adult with divorced parents EP.19Welcome back to Thriving Thursday!!
This week I've been reflecting a lot on how I'm being affected by having divorced parents. It's tough. I'm still having to work through the anxiety and worry that I've carried since third grade. But I know that it's made me want to desire to work harder in the marriage I have to make sure I don't have to go through it again. To be the one that brakes the generational curse and just because my family is broken doesn't mean I will be or that my future will...2023-06-2222 minThriving Thursday PodcastCutting off dead skin EP.18Any dead skin you have to cut off too?
Happy Thriving Thursday! So glad to have you join me!
I've been going through some things throughout the healing process and have acknowledged that there has been some dead skin to chop off. Not only physically lol but socially and habitually. I hope if you're someone who is struggling with bad habits you find this episode helpful. I hope also that if you're someone struggling with self-put or social expectations, that you can relate to the pressure and walk through...2023-06-0813 minThriving Thursday PodcastBeing BURNED out! EP.17 W/Grace ZAMBRANOWelcome back to Thriving Thursday!!
I hope the title makes you laugh! LOL
As you will hear, I got injured at work 2 1/2 weeks ago. A co-worker accidentally spilled a hot tea on my foot and it caused a second degree burn right to my foot. It's definitely been a healing process that is slow and long, but I'm trusting that I'll soon be healed!
I invited my friend Grace Zambrano on because she's walking through a similar time with the Lord that I am. Feeling spiritual apathy and just too comfortable, if you will.
join us in to get...2023-06-0248 minThriving Thursday PodcastLife update & some encouragement EP.16Hello! Happy thriving Thursday!!
Here's a little life update for ya and words of affirmation!! 2023-05-0422 minThriving Thursday PodcastFunday Friday (Pre Ender & Grace Wedding) EP.15 W/FriendsThis was filmed on the Thursday 2 days before the Ender & Grace Wedding!
This week was a little different from normal. We did this fun episode in hopes to have a good time and encourage our newly weds to be! Join us on the fun and random topics discussed!
Thank you for tuning in!!!
2023-04-1454 minThriving Thursday PodcastMission trips and Chaplaincy W/Bebo! EP.14Have you gone on a mission trip before? Do you know what a Chaplain is?
In this episode, my Bebo (grandpa) shared his experience as a missions trip leader and Chaplain. These stories are very moving because they are powerful, special, and unique. I enjoyed listening to every detail and appreciate Bebo's work in life and enthusiasm to share his stories!
Thank you for joining!! Stay tuned for next Thursday!2023-04-061h 02Thriving Thursday PodcastMy eczema healing journey EP.13It was in my heart to share this portion of my life with you guys.
Remember that the Lord can bring healing in so many different ways and can answer prayers in so many different ways too. Whatever you're walking through, He sees and knows.
Thank you for joining!2023-03-3051 minThriving Thursday PodcastTaking off the label EP.12 W/Alex GomezDo you want to abide in Him? Do you label yourself a sinner? Do you feel like your relationship with God needs some repair? Are you lacking spiritual discipline?
Well, I have good news… we discussed that!!!
It was such a pleasure to have Alex Gomez, a bold man of God, a worship leader, and creator of UndrEarth, on with us. To see his brand content on Instagram go to @Undr.earth!!
Something that I really reflected on was the fact that we so many times label ourselves sinners, but he...2023-03-231h 18Thriving Thursday PodcastOur creativity is worship unto the Lord!EP.11 W/ MeloWelcome back to Thriving Thursday! “Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness.” (Romans 12:6-8). In this awesome episode, we were able to hear experiences and perspectives from Melo. He is a youth pastor, musician, coordinator of Refresh nights (Sherman, TX), works with Gospel Hydration USA, lofi playlist creator...2023-03-1651 minThriving Thursday PodcastFinding God in a dark place EP.10 W/KimHave you lost a loved one? Have you dealt with depression or suicidal thoughts?
Today we get to dive in deep on the topic of grief and depression with a sweet and strong young woman, Kimberly Michelle. We all go through different situations in life, that ultimately leave us with different experiences and perspectives. But what good does it serve to keep to ourselves? I applaud my friend Kim for stepping out in boldness to share her unique and powerful story. Our desire is for today's podcast to give you light in the tunnel of darkness, glasses for cloudiness, and...2023-03-091h 09Thriving Thursday PodcastWe have access to CRAZY faith! EP.9 W/Sara GuzmanFind assurance in trusting Him, FAITH.
This episode was a lovely one where we uncovered the surface of faith and what scripture says about it. I loved being able to hear Sara's story and how faith has impacted and played such an important role in her life. I know it has for mine too. But we want to go even deeper, we want to reach CRAZY FAITH where the things that seem impossible to our human eyes, are made possible through our faith in Jesus Christ.
Go check out Crazy Faith by Mic...2023-03-021h 12Thriving Thursday PodcastDon't be a slug Ep.8 W/ HubbyDo you need some refreshment? Do you need rest?
Proverbs 13:4: "The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied".
Ricky and I had a lot of fun on this episode as we got to be ourselves and float around in conversation. We discussed several topics but the one my heart was most tugging on was the topic of self-discipline and REST. It can be hard in our busy daily schedules to relax or spend time with Jesus, but it's NECESSARY! Join me on th...2023-02-2353 minThriving Thursday PodcastLove of God transforms w/ Escobars EP.7Do you think God could never love you? That your past has defined your future? He could never use you?
We're here to tell you that He does love you, incredibly, and despite your story, He wants YOU.
The message of this episode is, regardless of what your past looks like, when you give it to God, he transforms, renews, and restores. I want this to be a transparent space where you can see that we aren't perfect people or perfect believers. We have stories too and we aren't ashamed or afraid t...2023-02-1642 minThriving Thursday PodcastYou're not missing out! EP.6 W/Estefany ZambranoAre you single? Or have you been single before?
In this episode, Estefany shared how being single is a blessing and a time to grow and learn. She used the phrase "you're not missing out" because she wanted to remove the negative connation around singleness. Just because you are single, doesn't mean you're missing out on being in a relationship. It means that you get to floruish as an individual and devolpe the qualities you'll need when you do enter a relationship!
I personally enjoyed discussing this topic wikth Estefany because she has such a po...2023-02-091h 10Thriving Thursday PodcastThe ONE? EP.5 w/Grace PrdaDo you stuggle with thoughts on Christian relationships?
Welcome back to Thriving Thursday!
If you do, you'll find Grace and I covering all the grounds of being in the singleness period, dating and boundaries, engagment period, marriage, and all the in between! Grace gives us advice and insight on her perspective on these areas. My favorite line she stated was: "if you're looking for "the one", He is the One." Ladies and gentlemen, after we fall in love with the creator of our hearts, and grow in intimacy with Him, He will bring in the time for you to pursue a...2023-02-0252 minThriving Thursday PodcastBeauty in art & friendships w/ Ender Zambrano EP.4Welcome back to Thriving Thursday!!
How do we maintain healhty friendships? What is the beauty of art?
In this episode, we get to hear the experience and advice from Ender Zambrano on healthy friendships! He also shares some of his journey as a creative person and artist! I met Ender through our bible study group about a year ago and can say that he has such a wonderful personality and spirit filled of love and laughter. Anytime you're around him, you feel happiness and joy. We all need a friend like Ender.
Tune in t...2023-01-2647 minThriving Thursday PodcastWhat is Worship? W/Estefany Zambrano EP.3What is worship? This might be a question a lot of people have since it's presented to us in various ways.
In this podcast, we uncover the depth of worship with Estefany Zambrano. She is a wonderful friend of mine who is actually a Boriqua too (AYE shout out to all the Boriquas out there) and is the worship leader at our church, Iglesia La Vid, she leads our young adult bible study group on Thursday evenings and she is a PT Doctor in our local community and strives to represent Christ in any way, ANYWHERE! Seeing h...2023-01-1958 minThriving Thursday PodcastInto the musical mind w/Bryson Bates from DapperSol EP.2Have you ever felt scared to pursue something that seems impossible to achieve?
In this Podcast, we get a glimpse of the artistic and muscial side of Bryson Bates who is the main artist of DapperSol (faith based Funk). He is a good friend of mine who lives out his testimony and inspires those around him. He has recently entered into the music space and started producing music! His first album Twisted Paragons with DapperSol released in October of 2022. He shares who he is, struggles, wins, and so many details!! It felt great to sit and talk w...2023-01-1236 minThriving Thursday PodcastIntroduction w/Hubby EP.1I am Azarya de La Cruz and would like to introduce you to me and my husband! Sit back and get to know us a little, laugh at our quirky jokes and comments!
Thank you for checking the podcast out! Be sure to follow our instagram page @thriving.thursday & on Youtube for the Video Format!
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Thriving Thursday PodcastTrailerHey There! I am Azarya De La Cruz and I am so excited to welcome you to my new Thriving Thursday podcast! Here you'll find fun, genuine, and positive conversations covering all aspects of life! As Micheal Todd says, let's be H.O.T. Honest, open, and transparent. You will hear experiences and perspectives from me and special guests on topics like faith, relationships, culture, book reviews, emotional & mental wellness, and so much more! I am a caring and God-loving- Boriqua, and my desire is to simply inspire the people around me. My intentions are for you to always be...2022-12-3100 min