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Have You Eaten?Embodying and Sharing Aloha Spirit Through Community Building With Lauren Balcita GarcesJoin us for a heartwarming conversation with the founder of Social Artistry, Lauren Balcita Garces. Lauren's passion for building community and being of service shines, and we are here for it! Be prepared to be inspired by this powerhouse woman with a heart and soul that is beaming with so much care and love for others.Through a series of dynamic and thoughtful conversations between Ji Bowlus (she/her) and guests, we will showcase how wellness intersects with the rich complexities of our diverse Asian diaspora community. We will bring the voices of the Asian diaspora from...2024-08-2740 min
On My PodPaula Garcés Talks Directing On My Block, Going Viral, & Getting Fired!The squad is BACK! Tune into our episode with Paula Garces Aka Geny "Ruby's Mom" Martinez as she walks us through how she starred in & directed On My Block, breaking into acting, going viral, Lauren Iunerich, Freeridge and so much more!2024-07-011h 00On My PodPaula Garcés Talks Directing On My Block, Going Viral, & Getting Fired! | Ep. 5The squad is BACK! Tune into our episode with Paula Garces Aka Geny "Ruby's Mom" Martinez as she walks us through how she starred in & directed On My Block, breaking into acting, going viral, Lauren Iunerich, Freeridge and so much more!2024-05-041h 00
Keys 2 The City PodcastFrom Survival to Thriving: Navigating Self-Awareness, Culture, And Community | Lauren GarcesJoin Christian and Lauren on a transformative journey as we delve into the depths of self-awareness in this episode. In a world often characterized by the mere act of survival, we invite you to explore the profound shift from merely existing to truly thriving. Through candid conversations and insightful reflections, we unravel the layers of the survivalist mentality and illuminate the path towards a more fulfilling existence.Christian shares his family's experience in arriving to San Diego back in 1969 and how through his family's sacrifices have trail blazed the way for him to have the opportunity for...2024-05-0151 min
Law and the Future of WarUniversal Jurisdiction and Ukraine - Danielle Ireland-Piper and Melinda RankinSend us a textIn this final episode of our series on accountability in Ukraine, Dr Lauren Sanders speaks with Associate Professor Danielle Ireland-Piper and Dr Melinda Rankin about universal jurisdiction and how it may play a part in the prosecution of war crimes occurring in the Ukraine conflict. Danielle is an Associate Professor at the ANU National Security College and an Honorary Adjunct Associate Professor at Bond University. She is the author of “Extraterritoriality in East Asia” and “Accountability in Extraterritoriality (both published with Edward Elgar). Danielle’s research is primarily concerned with the intersec...2022-12-0357 min
Beyond The Venue with MG Hodge, Host & Future PhDThe Pandemic Partnership that Bloomed from Social Gardening with Kerri Sitrin & Lauren WestermanThe dynamic duo behind this “pandemic partnership” are my guests this week, Kerri & Lauren. They’ve been friends and colleagues for years, and it just made sense over these past two years to join forces. Their skill sets complement one another, and they are able to provide the best possible services for their clients by leaning into their strengths and relying on the other’s expertise depending on the task at hand.We learn in this episode that Lauren was working for DiBrunos in their catering department back in 2015, and Kerri and I both happened to use t...2021-11-241h 04
Pilipinx-American Stories PodcastSeason 2: Episode 7: Events as a Canvas, and Reflection of Growth: An Ate-Ading Convo Feat. Lauren GarcesFor this episode, our guest is San Diego's own, Lauren Garces. She is a an event producer, CEO of her own LLC, a marketing wiz, a visual artist, and my mentor and Ate. This is the third project of mine that she's been on, and it's during another big chapter of our lives. We took the time in this episode the reflect on our growth over the past seven years, and how we've worked around the pandemic and our resilience. We also talk a little bit about some the history of the Convoy District in San Diego, a...2020-11-161h 21
San Diego Magazine's Happy Half HourThe Convoy District Partnership talks expansion and staying authenticA new year means new changes to the restaurant scene, and Pisco Rotisserie & Cevicheria in Carlsbad is switching gears to become Toast Gastrobrunch by the end of the month, just one year after opening the Peruvian concept in North County. The update, still led by local restauranteur Sami Ladecki will be a breakfast-and-lunch eatery serving gourmet toasts, sourdough bread bowls, and more. In more Hot Plates news, Parakeet Café opens a second location, an iconic San Diego gay bar closes, and former Bracero coworkers Claudette Zepeda-Wilkins and Javier Plascencia team up for a one-night-only dinner at El Jardín. Plus, we...2019-01-0935 min