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Hash-It-OutKeep Movin' ForwardIn this episode, Liset and Andrew bring on Christy Younes to Hash it out with us about her time in the military. Listeners will hear the Christy's story of the hardships she faced during her time in the military. Also, listeners will hear about other obstacles Christy went through and how was she able to keep moving forward during the hard times. 2020-12-1749 minHash-It-OutCultural BarriersIn this episode, Liset and Andrew have a wonderful guest speaker Yareli Contreras. We have Yareli speak about her ways of breaking cultural barriers. Listeners will hear Yareli's story of resilience and the ways she was about to advocate for herself throughout her life. 2020-12-1749 minHash-It-OutQuality of LifeLiset and Andrew bring on Dr. Vimmi Panchal as a guest speaker on Hash-It-Out. We discuss several topics about working with the aging population and understanding the significance of being a geriatrician. Throughout the episode, listeners will learn about the importance of spending time with older people, the importance of exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet. Dr. Panchal provides listeners with insights of what kind of quality of life do you want to see and how she implements how she works with patient and the family dynamic in the end of life care process. Dr. Panchal brings...2020-11-0500 minHash-It-OutTrojan ConnectionIn this episode, Liset and Andrew have a wonderful guest speaker and an USC MSW alumni Ericka. Ericka discusses about being a msw student and how the Trojan Connection has helped her in the workforce. Listeners will hear Ericka's journey of becoming a social worker and how she is able to assist others in her line of work. 2020-10-1500 minHash-It-OutRockstar turned social workerLiset and Andrew bring on Brett Anderson to Hash-It-Out to talk about her journey of being a rockstar turning into a social worker. Brett is a Trojan and Bruin, She discusses about UCLA MSW and USC MS in gerontology programs. Bretts also talks about her struggles about being a rockstar and one of the first female bands to travel around the world. As a band was ending their tours, Brett also had to do make decisions in what was the next chapter in her life. 2020-10-0300 minHash-It-OutWhat's My Purpose in Life?In this episode, Liset and Andrew interviews Brandon Lambert. Brandon has an incredible story of finding his purpose in life. Listeners will hear the pain and struggles Brandon went through before turning his life around. Brandon shares that he had to let go of his previous life and become reborn giving his life to God. Brandon explains we only need one person to believe in us to make a change. We feel we believe in our listeners will find their purpose. 2020-09-2454 minHash-It-OutResiliency Amidst the StormsIn this episode, Liset and Andrew interview Yaneiry. Yaneiry also known as Yanaydee discusses different hardships that she has experienced in her life. Yanaydee has an incredible story of overcoming hardship, adversity, and survival. Throughout the episode, listeners will hear the experiences Yanaydee had to go through struggling as an immigrant. In the end, Yanaydee story will enlighten listeners of her resiliency and how she spreads the love towards other people. 2020-09-1749 minHash-It-OutHope, Diversity, and AddictionLiset and Andrew hash it out with Monica Phillips. Monica has an incredible story of hope, diversity, and addiction. Listeners will hear as Monica explains her addiction and how she made the choice to change to become the executive director of the Friendly House. We believe her story can bring you a sense of hope and take the first step to change. You have the power to change and make the decisions that will lead you to a better future. 2020-09-1151 minHash-It-OutChance to AdvanceDisclosure: We had technical difficulties during the episode but we still hash-it-out.
Liset and Andrew bring on a wonderful guest speaker Marlyn B. Marlyn and Liset have been friends since middle school. Liset felt to bring on Marlyn to share her story about chance to advance. Marlyn talks about her journey to overcome several barriers that ultimately lead her to noticing the need for more involvement in our communities. This journey has ignited her passion to achieve a masters in public administration. Listeners will learn from Marlyn to take the risk and don't have...2020-09-0344 minHash-It-OutNew BeginningsLiset and Andrew are thrilled to have meet Steven a new MSW student at USC. We interview Steven about the emotional journey of being new student and what lead him to becoming a social work student. Steven shares his story from being in a dark place to bouncing back into finding his new passion in the field of social work. Stevens brings great energy, positivity, and resiliency in his new chapter of life. As He utilizes friends and family as resources to help him to pave the path to his success in achieving his goals and starting...2020-08-2624 minHash-It-OutFighting for JusticeLiset and Andrew hash it out with a wonderful guest speaker Alondra. Alondra shares her journey about fighting for justice. In the fighting for justice episode, listeners' will hear the story of Alondra's experiences from a decade of sexual abuse and how she was able to put her rapist in prison. Alondra was able to speak up, fight for her rights, and ultimately using her past experience as fuel to become a social worker. Listeners will hear the incredible story of hope, strength, and growth that Alondra has been through and the resiliency to bounce back to help women...2020-06-1842 minHash-It-OutI can’t breathe!Liset and Andrew come with heavy hearts on talking about black lives matter movement. We hash-it-out with the death of George Floyd. We talk about unity and how the community is hurt2020-06-1105 min
Hash-It-OutRise of the PhoenixRise of the Phoenix is the definition of the cohost and cofounder Liset Escobar. Andrew interviews Liset about her story of dealing with alcoholism and drug addiction. Liset found herself at a young age becoming an alcoholic. Eventually, She hits rock bottom several times and getting into a vicious cycle of repeating the same destructive behavior. A life changing event made Liset rise like a phoenix in motivating her to change from her lifestyle from an alcoholic to becoming an USC graduate student. This episode, listeners will feel the pain, struggle, and the new passion in Liset's story...2020-06-0435 minHash-It-OutHealing JourneyLiset and Andrew have a wonderful guest speaker talking about her healing journey. Neva dives into topics about being able to plant seeds as a high school teacher to becoming a social worker. Neva speaks about the decision to become a social worker to help others to reach their full potential. Throughout the episode, Neva provides insights of her healing journey and ways for listeners to do the same. 2020-05-2728 min
Hash-It-OutAnother StarBrighten up your day with a great episode with our special guest Natalie. Natalie shares a powerful message through her spoken word poetry. Liset and Andrew believe Natalie's poetry will impact you in many ways. Natalie shares to the listeners how to express themselves by journaling, art work, or making music can be therapeutic. Listeners will have many take aways from establishing boundaries to using your voice to advocate for others. 2020-05-2023 minHash-It-OutCongratulations! Class of 2020Congratulations! Class of 2020. Liset and Andrew congratulate all of you for pushing through these hard times. Especially, graduating during the COVID-19 pandemic all the hard work and dedication has finally paid off. 2020-05-1501 min
Hash-It-OutPaul the Iron ManIn this episode, Liset and Andrew hash it out with Paul. Paul shares about his weight loss journey. Pauls talks about the struggles of being overweight to finding inspiration to train for the Iron Man. We all have to the potential to change, we just need to make the decision to start today. 2020-05-1332 minHash-It-OutSummer Meets SummersIn this episode, We Hash It Out with our special guest Claire Summers. We dive into the reasons why she went into the Social Work field. Claire talks about mental health and brings awareness on some of the issues that arise from being an undergrad student to becoming a grad student at USC.2020-05-0726 minHash-It-OutLove ByrdsIn this episode we explore the positive, negatives, and boundaries of the Love Byrds relationship. Our guests Nancy Pacheco and Jason Byrd talk about their relationship beginning from high school sweethearts to newly engaged young adults. We explore the challenges faced throughout this ten year relationship and the journey to personal growth in both the relationship as a couple and as an individual.2020-04-3026 minHash-It-OutKeep It Private!We have two special guests Gabby and Cesar on this episode giving insights about relationships. They are a wonderful couple hashing it out with us about healthy relationship advice. Liset and Andrew explore with Gabby and Cesar ways they were able to develop a thriving relationship. Gabby and Cesar provide great advice to listeners on how watch out for red flags and how they overcame conflicts, build trust, and ways to keep it private. 2020-04-2332 minHash-It-OutHelp Me If You Can, I am Feeling Down!!Feeling sad, depressed, or lonely? We get you!! Tune in to this episode! We will explore how feeling depressed and lonely can hit us hard! We give examples and share personal experiences on how this has made us feel in the past and in current situations. How do we manage these emotions? We give dive into different coping strategies that we have been able to develop through out time! Come and Hash It Out with us!!2020-04-1612 minHash-It-OutNever Give Up! Never Give Up!In this episode we explore alcoholism, and sobriety during these dark times. We brought in a fierce guest speaker, Amanda to speak about her struggles with alcoholism, and her determination to over come it. Amanda dives into the dark side of her experiences with alcoholism, and identifies the reason and time when she decided to get clean and sober. Amanda provides insight into the life of a woman in sobriety. She mentions that life is a lot more smoother than it was before, but it is still not "all rainbows and butterflies". Lastly, Amanda uses this platform to bring hope, a...2020-04-1633 minHash-It-OutBursting my BubbleWhile discussing how our egos can make us prideful, we bursted our bubble. We dive into understanding how we can awaken our soul by not feeding the ego. We discuss how we express our gratitude through these difficult times. We question each other, how are we expressing gratitude in our daily life? How can listeners be thankful for things we take for granted?2020-04-0920 minHash-It-OutFreestylingFreestyling the conversation from birthday shout outs to the life of a caregiver. Discussing varies topics and providing resources to the community that are in need of the basic essentials. 2020-04-0225 minHash-It-OutFast ChangesAdapting to fast changes during self quarantine. Trying to find way to escape our reality. Developing a new routine to this temporary lifestyle. We are both in self-isolation but we continue to adapt during this challenging time. 2020-03-2617 minHash-It-OutThe End TimesSharing our thoughts about the coronavirus. Developing and using coping skills during this time.2020-03-1911 minHash-It-Outopportunity knocksDropping in on this beautiful Friday. We had the thought to speak about opportunities and to share with our listeners. Opportunities knocks when you say whatever want in the universe. Be positive and things will fall into places. 2020-03-0705 minHash-It-OutRed FlagsToxic relationships and seeing the red flags before becoming more invested into the relationship.2020-03-0517 minHash-It-OutGod's way or the HighwayOur guest speaker has an amazing story of facing many adversities such as a bad break up causing her into a life of substance abuse, which lead her to homelessness. How God brought her out of a life that she did not want to live anymore. Story of faith, courage, and change and how she was able to transform her life from negative to a positive. 2020-02-2720 minHash-It-OutAnxietyHash-it-Out podcast invited our colleague Tina to talk about her struggles with anxiety. Listeners can learn about how anxiety is intertwined with our professional and personal environment. 2020-02-2015 minHash-It-OutSelf DoubtWe carry out self doubt in many different ways and different parts of our lives. Which might consist of personal, work. and academic. Some of the takeaways of todays episode is to build courage, takes risks, and get out of your comfort zone. 2020-02-1309 minHash-It-OutThe Power of the WinkWe are beginning the journey of creating Hash it out Podcast. There will be several errors and mistake. We hope to refine our skill as the time goes by. As the Hash it Out podcast continues to grow, we plan to have guest speakers to add a different perspective of their daily life struggles and how they Hash It Out. 2020-02-0905 min