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Taste of GraceBreaking Generational Curses: The Cost and Beauty of Healing FirstPodcast Summary: Taste of Grace Taste of Grace is a heartfelt, faith-rooted podcast hosted by Blanca Reyes and Dorka Jones that creates space for women—especially Latinas navigating faith, family, and healing—to feel seen, understood, and never alone. Through vulnerable storytelling and raw conversations, Blanca and Dorka explore what it means to be the first in your family to choose healing, break generational cycles, and pursue mental and emotional health without shame.Rooted in both cultural and spiritual reflection, the podcast boldly addresses themes often left unspoken in Latino households: therapy, boundaries, identity, people-pleasing, trauma, and growth. Each...2025-06-0346 minTaste of GraceDoing It Afraid: Q&A, Faith, and How We Are Really Feeling After Launching Our DreamIn this heartfelt solo episode, Blanca and Dorka open up about the whirlwind of launching the Taste of Grace podcast, from the unforgettable launch party to the unexpected affirmation from their community. Think of this as a FaceTime catch-up with your girls after a big life moment.They dive into your questions with honesty and vulnerability, sharing personal reflections on dating after divorce, grief, spiritual growth, and what it really means to "do it scared." This episode is filled with laughter, real talk, and a whole lot of love for the people who showed up for them, especially...2025-05-2742 minTaste of GraceWhen your gift finds you: The Real Story behind Anjelah Johnson’s RiseWhat does it really mean to walk in your gift—especially when the path looks nothing like you imagined?In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Taste of Grace, Dorka and Blanca sit down with the one and only Anjelah Johnson-Reyes—comedian, actress, and viral sensation behind the iconic Nail Salon and Bon Qui Qui skits. From her unexpected entry into comedy to becoming a household name while staying grounded in her faith, Anjelah shares the raw, funny, and deeply inspiring story of how God redirected her path in the most surprising ways.She opens up abou...2025-05-2049 minTaste of GraceThe Power of Forgiveness: A Story of Healing with Andrea LlovetIn this profoundly moving episode of Taste of Grace, recorded from the heart of Puerto Rico, Dorka and Blanca sit down with their dear friend and sister, Andrea Llovet, for a vulnerable conversation about healing, faith, and the power of forgiveness.Andrea opens up about her upbringing in a matriarchal home, her struggles with abandonment, and the quiet wounds left by an absent father. With grace and courage, she shares how these experiences shaped her identity, relationships, and ultimately her journey toward freedom and forgiveness. Together, the women explore what it means to confront your past, c...2025-05-1347 minTaste of GraceRedefining Success and Ministry: Merari Peña Vidal on Business and BelongingIn this heartfelt and powerful episode of Taste of Grace, Dorka and Blanca travel to their beloved Puerto Rico for a conversation that’s as rich in purpose as it is in flavor, joined by their soul sister and guest, Merari Peña Vidal.A visionary Latina CEO, Merari shares her inspiring journey of forgiveness, entrepreneurship, and finding purpose beyond the church walls. From launching her jewelry brand out of a garage to creating community through Oasis Empresarial, Merari’s story is a testimony of grit, God’s grace, and the power of saying yes even when you're unsure...2025-05-0649 minTaste of GraceUnpacking the Power of Choice with Constance NelsonThis one’s a must-listen.In this raw and deeply insightful episode of Taste of Grace, Blanca and Dorka sit down with the woman who has truly transformed both of their lives—therapist and mental health counselor Constance Nelson.Together, they unpack the stories we tell ourselves—how belief systems, past trauma, and unchallenged thoughts shape our decisions, relationships, and identity. Constance breaks down how to rewrite your narrative, reclaim your peace, and step into healing through practical tools, emotional self-awareness, and faith.From learning how to get “off the cliff” during a hijacked moment to...2025-04-2946 minTaste of GraceBalancing Love and Boundaries: A Christian Perspective on Healthy RelationshipsRelationships are beautiful—but they’re also hard. In this vulnerable and laughter-filled episode of Taste of Grace, Blanca and Dorka open up about the complexities of navigating relationships as adults, from romantic partnerships to friendships, parenting, grief, and everything in between. Together, they explore how expectations, codependency, boundaries, and spiritual growth all play a role in how we show up for the people we love—and ourselves. With heartfelt stories, faith-filled encouragement, and (yes) a few giggles about the fallopian tubes, the girls remind us of one key truth: God is the only source that truly fulfills.2025-04-2249 minTaste of GraceChristine D’Clario Gets Real About Mental Health and MinistryIn this powerful episode of Taste of Grace, Blanca and Dorka welcome their very first guest—and the one who unknowingly brought them together—international recording artist, speaker, and mental health advocate Christine D’Clario.What unfolds is an honest, grace-filled conversation about friendship, faith, trauma, and the journey of healing from the inside out. Christine opens up about her battle with postpartum depression, the stigma around mental health in the church and Latino communities, and how courage is often found in the middle of the mess. From sacred table talk to deeply personal stories of transformation, this episod...2025-04-151h 14Taste of GraceStart Here: The Beginning of Taste of GraceWelcome to Taste of Grace — our very first episode (we’re screaming a little inside). This has been months in the making, and now that we’re finally here, it feels surreal in the best way. In this episode, we share how our friendship started (spoiler: there was eye contact and emotional imprinting on a music video set), our mutual obsession with food, and how healing, humor, and vulnerability brought us even closer.We also open up about our personal journeys with anxiety, people pleasing, and that deep breath moment when you realize you don’t have to e...2025-04-0741 min