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Straight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 22 Ep 7: Scripting, Write It Like It’s Already YoursHave you ever heard of SCRIPTING? Scripting is a powerful manifestation technique rooted in the Law of Attraction. It’s essentially writing a story about your life as if your desires have already come true. Think of it like journaling, but with a twist: you’re writing from the future you, not the present you. The energy behind it is all about alignment- Feeling the emotions of your desired reality now, so you can attract it more easily. Why scripting works: It reprograms your subconscious mind, helping you believe that your goals are possible. When your...2025-06-1619 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 22 Ep 4: 1,700 reunions later The women who finds families Shelbi Titus - WalkerFamily. It’s a word that can mean everything, but for some, it’s a mystery waiting to be uncovered. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of family finding with a remarkable woman, Shelbi Titus, who has made it her life’s mission to reunite lost loved ones. With a heart full of compassion and an incredible track record of helping over 1,700 families reconnect with their biological roots, Shelbi has witnessed the tears, the joy, and the raw truth of family reunions. But what does it take to find a family that doesn’t even know you exi...2025-05-2746 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 22 Ep 1: CEO, Wife, IVF Warrior: Karina Luna’s Untold Journey - Part 1CEO, Wife, IVF Warrior: Karina Luna’s Untold Journey - Part 1 What happens when your body, your dreams, and your timeline don’t agree? In this raw and revealing episode, we sit down with actress and powerhouse Karina Luna to talk about the deeply personal journey of IVF and how she built her empire while fighting to become a mother. Karina opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments, the silent strength it took to show up for her business, and the behind-the-scenes toll it took on her marriage, her body, and her soul. This i...2025-05-1331 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 10: Brotherhood, Music, and Selena – A Conversation with Chris Perez & CarlitoIn this special episode, we sit down with Grammy-winning musician Chris Perez and his longtime friend Carlito for an intimate conversation about friendship, their journey in the music industry, and their shared memories of the legendary Selena Quintanilla. From behind-the-scenes stories to personal reflections on love, loss, and legacy, Chris and Carlito sit down and share a moment with the Squad. Whether you’re a fan of Selena, passionate about music, or just love a good friendship story, this episode is one you won’t want to miss! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie 2025-04-1741 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 8: Cravings Uncovered Why Your Body Wants What It WantsWhy do you crave chocolate, carbs, or salty snacks out of nowhere? It’s NOT just willpower-it’s science! In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind your cravings, from hormones and gut health to emotional triggers. If you’ve ever found yourself knee-deep in snacks wondering why am I like this?this one’s for you! Tap in and take control of your cravings like a boss. 🎧🔥 #StraightUpSistersThePodcast _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subs...2025-04-0220 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 7: Let's catch upSooo Squad… how are you? Let’s catch up! I feel like we do a lot of the talking around here but we want to hear from you. We’ve been podcasting for 5 years now can you believe it! FIVE YEARS! And in those years we have covered A LOT of ground. We’ve talked about A LOT of things. We’ve had a lot of amazing guest and NOT so amazing guest LOL! Yeah, what really happened? So after 5 years (and some of y’all have been here since the beginning) it begs the question. HOW ARE YOU?...2025-03-1934 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 6: Let’s learn something today: Funny Facts EditionThink you know it all? Think again! This episode is packed with mind-blowing fun facts that will have you saying, Wait, what?! From the weird to the wonderful, we’re dropping knowledge bombs you’ll be dying to share. Tune in, laugh with us, and walk away a little smarter BECAUSE who doesn’t love a good ‘did you know’ moment? Press play now! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Emai...2025-03-1937 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 5: If I Knew Then What I Know Now…Wisdom hits different when it comes from those who’ve lived it. In this episode, we take advice from senior citizens who share the advice they’d give to their younger selves - the lessons, the regrets, and the truths they wish they had embraced sooner. Trust us, these are words to live by. Tune in for real talk, life gems, and the kind of wisdom that only time can teach. Don’t miss this one! #StraightUpSistersThePodcast _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For...2025-02-2737 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 4: Being Awkward Can Be Your SuperpowerEver felt like you don’t quite fit in? Good. That means you’re built to stand out. In this episode of Straight Up Sisters The Podcast, we’re diving deep into the magic of being awkward and how what once felt like a weakness is actually your greatest strength. From owning your authenticity to turning self-doubt into confidence, we’re breaking down why the very things that make you different are the key to your success. Press play and get ready to step into your power like never before. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @str...2025-02-2737 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 3: Let’s Talk About ItEver felt like you don’t quite fit in? Good. That means you’re built to stand out. In this episode of Straight Up Sisters The Podcast, we’re diving deep into the magic of being awkward and how what once felt like a weakness is actually your greatest strength. From owning your authenticity to turning self-doubt into confidence, we’re breaking down why the very things that make you different are the key to your success. Press play and get ready to step into your power like never before. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @str...2025-02-2730 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 2: You Asked, We Answered “Unfiltered & Straight Up!”Ever slid into our DMs or sent an email hoping we’d spill some real talk on your situation? Well, this is your episode! This week on Straight Up Sisters The Podcast, were diving into the raw, unfiltered questions you sent us, no sugarcoating, just straight-up advice, tough love, and maybe even a little side-eye when necessary. From relationships to leveling up in life, were keeping it 100, just like we always do. Whether you’re a longtime listener or brand new to the show, this is the perfect episode to get a taste of what were all abou...2025-02-0549 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 21 Ep 1: Things that are going to help you succeed in life + live longerEvery ambitious person especially the ones who dream big, hustle hard, and refuse to settle need something stronger than motivation. They need direction. That’s s where your North Star comes in. It’s not just a metaphor; it’s your personal GPS, guiding you towards the life you were meant to live. But here’s the real question: Do you even know what yours is? And speaking of changes, talking about something we all care about: looking and feeling amazing for as long as humanly possible. The people who age the slowest, the ones who glow no matte...2025-02-0521 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 12: Build up your peopleDid you see the article on People were Twitch’s widow Alison airs his dirty secrets? OMG we are talking about this on today’s show. Do YOU build up your people or do you break them down? How do you move? When you’re angry or hurt do you flip to protect your self? Are you willing to throw the people you love under the bus if it makes you feel better? HOW DO YOU FEEL BOUT THAT LONG TERM? Building up your people looks like: Actively sup...2025-02-0533 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 10: From Darkness to Light: A Man’s Journey to Thriving with JP PeñaToday our boy JP Peña joins us on the podcast to share his story. It’s always so refreshing to hear the man’s perspective. The vulnerability. The work he has done. The healing process after the chaos. The moment he attempted to take himself out, but God said NOT today! We love JP and his honesty. A true story teller. Make sure you follow him on IG: @thejppena for more inspiration and for any real estate need you may have. It’s a breath of fresh air to meet men that are doing the work on themselves. ...2025-01-2238 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 09: Stop being too humbleWe see a lot of conversations on the internet where people talk about the importance of being humble. They say being humble will take you places, BUT, they forget to tell you that being too humble won’t take you anywhere. There is a thin line between being humble and being too humble. The difference is big. One can take you to great heights, meanwhile the other can prevent others from knowing about you. In the current world we live in, we should be the marketers of our own talent. People are o...2025-01-0813 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 08: Recapping our favorite moments of 2024This show is to really reflect on the kind of year we had. Both of us! It’s been a beautiful year with a lot of good, traveling, learning lessons specifically for RaqC as a new mom and so much other stuff in between. Our gratitude runs deep for our squad who has rocked with us from day one. It’s been a journey and we are proud of the work we have done with Straight Up Sisters the podcast. We look forward to continuing to rock and growing with you all on a weekly basis basis! Here we come...2025-01-0826 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 07: Fighting for FatherhoodIn this episode, we sit down with Keu Reyes, a father who shares his deeply personal and heartbreaking story of being alienated from his children. His journey is raw, emotional, and full of hard truths that too many fathers face but don’t talk about. We hope this episode inspires empathy, awareness, and most of all, action. Whether you’re a father going through something similar or just want to better understand what so many dads face, this conversation is for you. Let’s break the silence and start supporting the dads who need us most. His...2024-12-1820 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 06: The love challenge by Melissa DumazToday our girl Melissa Dumaz stop by the show to talk about her book, The Love Challenge. Are you ready to restore, reignite, and/or replenish the love in your relationship? After we’ve been in a relationship for a while, the initial passion cools, and we wonder if we should just settle in for a less exciting love life. But what if there was an easy, fun way to heat your relationship back up? The Love Challenge is a daily challenge that will help you increase, enhance, nurture, grow, and improve the lo...2024-12-0350 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 5: Accountability is a hell of a drug!Accountability is a game changer! It’s super humbling yes… BUT it removes the shame from your choices and circumstances. Accountability is the ability to take responsibility for one's actions, decisions, and behaviors, and to accept the consequences But why is accountability so hard? It's largely because we aren't very good at admitting when we've made mistakes. It sucks! In fact, scientifically, our brains will naturally do whatever they can to justify our actions so that we feel better about our decisions. The LACK of accountability is when we fail to a...2024-12-0320 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 4: We all judge! Let’s be honestYes, almost everyone judges others at some point. Judging is a natural part of human behavior and instinct that's difficult to suppress. Here are some reasons why: • It's easy: Judging is simple and doesn't require much thought or reasoning. • It's automatic: Our brains are wired to make automatic judgments about others' behaviors. • It's evolutionary: Early humans needed to quickly assess threats and opportunities in their environment. • It's based on scripts: We make judgments based on pre-programmed mindsets or scripts. What are some things you judge squad? Drop it in the comments.2024-12-0326 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 3 Even when it’s bad it’s GOODToday our good friend Sarita Paredes joins the conversation with her inspirational story about her life. From the tragic loss of her mom to her relationship with her father, who literally got away with murder. The happiness, the joy, the tragedy, the journey has not been easy, but here she is thriving, forgiving, letting go and moving on. Even when it’s bad it’s GOOD, make sure you pick up her book. Follow her on Instagram: @makeupartistsarita Or email her: sarmarpar@yahoo.com _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie 2024-12-0334 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 2: What is HAPPINESS anyways?What is happiness? Everyone has their own definition of happiness. And truthfully happiness looks different for everyone. Happiness looks different for people especially at different ages. We are the ones that decide what happiness is for our own individual self. What makes you happy, may not make me happy and guess what that’s OK. Is society so programmed to believe that only certain things will bring you happiness? You choose and you decide what happiness looks like for you. Let’s celebrate other people’s happiness, it’s doesn’t have to look like our happiness. We are all on uni...2024-12-0330 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 20 Ep 1: Own itOwning who you are is the idea of accepting yourself completely, including your strengths and weaknesses, and living life without regrets or apology. It can also mean understanding and embracing your core identity. Own your decisions, and own who you are, but without apology. So many times we doubt our decisions. We look at what others are doing and think if we should be changing our style and point of view to fit the larger market. And the answer is not a resounding NO but a be open to the new, take in what resonates but always hol...2024-11-1941 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 12: The delicate balance between privacy and vulnerability The delicate balance between privacy and vulnerability is a REAL thing. And with social media it makes it easy for people to put all their business out there. There are definitely 2 types of people, people that honor privacy and people that are a bit more vulnerable. Which one are you? How do you move? What do you find more important l, vulnerability or privacy or do u practice the balance of both to the best of your ability? The more you put out there the more people can have an opinion about you, your life, and your decisions. So...2024-11-1939 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 11: The over sexualization of society: Will it be our downfallBlame it on the internet, or blame it on the misogynistic culture we live in, one things for sure… we can’t escape the sexualization of just about everything these days it seems. Is it that the access to sex has become easier over the years? Maybe it’s the instinctive fear and panic that we feel when we think about our children (or any children) getting hurt by a predator? Or maybe it’s our own past traumas and experiences mixed with the saturation of sexual content that makes us just shut down when it comes to actually educatin...2024-10-3029 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 10: Life is short, travel more!Outside of the obvious benefits of taking a break and relaxing, traveling is actually proven to have actual health (both mental and physical) benefits that make for a better, more well rounded you! From learning about different cultures and customs to gaining confidence for navigating a land sometimes thousands of miles from home, traveling enriches your life tremendously. So the next time you’re hesitant about booking that trip sis remember, it’s not just for fun… it’s medicine! Bon Voyage! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTU...2024-10-3036 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 ep 8:RaqC + La Susie answer interesting questionsOn today’s episode we wanted to keep things light and fun. We are aware that we get new listeners of our podcast’s evolution on a weekly basis and with that being said we needed to take a moment to allow the new followers and OG followers of our podcast to get to know us a little bit better. Hope you laugh and enjoy these questions we asked one another and hopefully you can ask your loved ones some of these questions to get to know them a lil better as well! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on I...2024-10-2241 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 6: Surviving La Luz Del Mundo with Sochil MartínToday we sat down with ex cult member Sochil Martin. Her incredible story of survival from the church La Luz del mundo will blow your mind. How it started, how was she so blind sided, how long did this go on for, and so much more is what we discuss in today’s show. Her incredible story of survival is one of a kind and one that all women should hear. Sochil Martin is true warrior and we applaud her courage to come forth so candidly to share her experience so that others may learn from it. _________________________________________________________...2024-10-1646 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 5: From Forests to Fortune - Another way to diversify your portfolioFamilies have been investing into tropical hardwood trees for years, why are Latinos barely being exposed to this? Why is tropical timber a desirable asset? Why is it the perfect investment for people who are not risk takers? Why is timber well-suited for individual investors? Securing our financial future is super important for us and we hope it is for you too. This show is packed with information intentionally so that you can now begin to diversify your portfolio. It's about time we pull up a seat at the table. It's our time to invest. For more i...2024-10-1642 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 4: Our Costa Rica recap + God’s FavorThe delicate balance between privacy and vulnerability is a REAL thing. And with social media it makes it easy for people to put all their business out there. There are definitely 2 types of people, people that honor privacy and people that are a bit more vulnerable. Which one are you? How do you move? What do you find more important l, vulnerability or privacy or do u practice the balance of both to the best of your ability? The more you put out there the more people can have an opinion about you, your life, and your decisions. So...2024-10-0924 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 3: Blended - But for real this timeToday we stay on track with the show 😂😂 BUT be honest tho how many loved the Randomly RaqC show? IT WAS HILARIOUS if we may say so ourselves, but back to our regularly scheduled program. BLENDED, today we dive deep into the challenges of blending a family. Some people do it effortlessly and other not quite. It’s challenging, not always smooth sailing and more importantly POSSIBLE! Let’s dive into it…. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VI...2024-10-0948 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 2: Randomly RaqC ThoughtsThis episode was hi-jacked by RaqC’s random thoughts and of course we were here for it. We touched on a little bit of everything and dove into the possibility of what if and why not. Shoutout to all the random, out of the box thinkers of the world. It’s ok to question things and wonder why or why not, it’s doesn’t make you weird, it makes you curious! Who can relate to random thoughts and questioning things? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Siste...2024-10-0929 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 19 Ep 1: Its in the GENES- Raqc breaks down her ancestryRaqC reveals her ancestry results she received from 23andMe. The facts that she feels like she was Asian in a past life might make more sense now more than ever. She goes through her results page by page and the commentary and feedback from La Susie is second to none hilarious. Genetics don’t lie. Would you or have you taken one of these ancestry tests yourself? Please share in the comments if yes or no and if so what did you discover that shocked you? _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Fol...2024-09-2621 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 12: Bringing SEXY backOk... so what does it REALLLYYYY mean to be/feel sexy, confident and empowered? Welcome! To another episode of “What our momma’s never told us...” LOL - JK Not but really. Is it a number on a scale? A pay raise? A personal accomplishment? We’re going to break this down because Sexy is complex and Sexy is a mixture of things for different people at different times and it’s always changing as we change. Sexy boils down to a few things for all...2024-09-1145 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 11: Men-O-PauseMAN OH MAN! Let’s talk about this thing called Men-O-Pause! Everyone may not relate, but I promise you’ll circle back to this conversation at one point before you know it. Sooo first and foremost, Menopause is categorized as the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycle, also known as “Shark week” LOL! It's diagnosed after you've gone 12 consecutive months without a period. Menopause can happen in your 40s or 50s, but the average age is 51 in the United States. Let’s break this...2024-09-1125 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 10:Letters to The Men I’ve Loved with Mirtha MichelleWho is MIRTHA MICHELLE? Mirtha Michelle Castro Mármol is a Dominican-born poet, author, actress and artist. She wrote the bestselling poetry book Letters, to the Men I Have Loved, which spent over two years in the Top 20 Bestselling Love Poems category on Amazon. She has authored Elusive Loves; Amores Esquivos, a bilingual compilation of love poems, and Letters, to Women Like Me, a compilation of essays and poems. Her work also spans outside of literature to television, film and speaking engagements at colleges around the country. Today we dive into a conversation all a...2024-09-0937 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 EP 9: 10 Things Draining Your EnergyHere’s a problem that affects a LOT of people … a lack of energy! Before the pandemic, the number of people who said they often felt tired was around 43% … and during the pandemic that number shot up to 60%. I thought it would be helpful to list some things you can do to cut out a few sneaky drains on your energy. Because the truth is, many everyday habits can actually leave you feeling tired. Join the conversation and tell us what’s draining your energy...2024-09-0942 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 8: Let’s just hang outToday we literally just wanted to shoot the shit with ya’ll about life, Robert (Susie’s son) getting baptized, who’s gotten married and who still ain’t married 😂 we also talked about toungue slip ups. Have you ever had one? Ohhhh the conversation gets GOOD! Be a fly on the wall and join us _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com2024-09-0430 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 7: We talking about it - Diddy and CassieThe world saw the tape of diddy laying hands on Cassie and many were triggered. Why do women stay when this happens? Is this happening more often than not? What do we really think about Diddy? We get into it and try to really understand the WHY oh why so many women like Cassie choose to stay so long. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello...2024-08-3043 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 ep 6: 10 signs you’re mentally sharper than the average personHow smart are you? It’s a deceptively simple question, because the truth is there are many different forms of intelligence. The two primary types are crystallized intelligence which is your level of knowledge and fluid intelligence, which is your ability to understand concepts and complex reasoning processes. So what are the signs that you’re much mentally sharper than the average person? Join the conversation and rate yourself in the comment section squad. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters...2024-08-3011 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 3: A little bit of everythingThis week RaqC had a few things to get off her chest. We discuss everything from cloud seedings to TikTokers sudden passing to colorism towards her daughter and soooo much more! This convo gets good Squad! Let us know your thoughts, opinions and experiences on these topics below. We love to hear from you! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com2024-08-2132 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 2: Stop complainingComplaining is a natural part of human communication. It is often a response to problems or a way to communicate dissatisfaction. Sometimes, however, people might find themselves wondering if they complain too much. In such cases, knowing how to stop complaining can help you manage your stress in more adaptive ways. Why Do People Complain? It can be helpful to better understand what causes this type of communication. People complain for a wide variety of reasons. Listen up as we dive deep into why people complain and how to stop this c...2024-08-1434 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 18 Ep 1: Building a brand with Yvonne Guidry aka “Spoiled Latina”Today on the podcast we are joined by Yvonne "Spoiled Latina" Guidry who is a trailblazing entrepreneur, creative visionary, and empowerment advocate, renowned for her out-of-the-box thinking and brand partnership expertise. As the founder of "Spoiled Latina," she has redefined brand affinity, collaborating with top-tier brands while fostering an authentic and dedicated community. Yvonne's crowning achievement, the "Spoiled Latina Summit," empowers over 400 women in Houston annually, offering mentorship, entrepreneurship, and multicultural insights. Featured in Forbes, PopSugar, and People, Yvonne's influence extends far, making her an influencer to influencers. She recently founded her 501(c)(3) foundation, Jefita Atrevida, dedicated to empowering...2024-08-1131 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 11 - Cultura and Cash with Gigi the first gen mentor Today, we sat down with Gigi, a financial educator and bestselling author of Cultura & Cash! She's on a mission to empower first-generation students and young professionals of color entering the workplace to confidently manage their money, pay off debt, build generational wealth, and gain financial freedom. The first-generation and BIPOC experience often comes without a roadmap aka guidance, insight, and knowledge enjoyed by many of our peers around navigating higher education and professional spaces. As a first-gen Latina, she's experienced the discomfort and overwhelm that comes from attempting to manage, invest, and grow her income as the f...2024-08-0519 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 10 - What would you rather?On today’s episode we simply have FUNNNNNN with a round of “what would you rather” get ready to laugh your ass with our responses. These questions really do make you think hard. Feel free to ask your closest people these questions as well, they make great conversation starters. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com2024-08-0514 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 9 - Things your momma never told youThis conversation is on point about some of the things we wish our mommy’s and abuelitas would have shared with us so we wouldn’t have been in the dark about these topics of conversation. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com2024-07-3031 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep: 8 Say YES to lifeFor most of us, our immediate reply is “no.” Yes, we even think “no” because our brains are so good at coming up with reasons for why we can’t do things. I can’t take time off work. I have to do a mountain of laundry. I don’t feel good in any of my going-out outfits. This is just another example of how we put our lives on hold for One Day When… we’re thinner, richer, smarter, or whatever criticism we’re feeling particularly strongly that day. What does it mean to say “yes” to life — to surrender to what is! Can...2024-07-2732 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep: 7- So Janney AKA "Chiquis"On today's episode we have a fabulous conversation with Janney Marin, aka "Chiquis".....we explore who Janney is, not Chiquis, although sometimes they may be one in the same to a certain extent. It's a conversation where nothing was off limits, we explore her heart, her relationship with her mom, siblings, her career, love, and everything in between. Pull up a seat to the conversation and ENJOY! _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO s...2024-07-2531 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 6: The blessing of FAILUREFailure develops the power of judgement and provides the experience which helps us in achieving success. No one wants to believe the worst times could be the same experience that molds and makes you into a better person - but they are.Think back on the worst days of your life and how you felt. Now, think of how were you different coming out of this trial than you were before you went into it? No doubt, it changed you. On today's epsisode we are discussing: Five ways failure can actually be beneficial for you and to you. ...2024-07-2415 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 5: SOLITUDE VS. LONLINESSIt's essential to differentiate solitude from isolation or loneliness. We define solitude as a healthy, personal discipline that allows you to engage in meaningful self-reflection. Loneliness, however, is a state of “sadness”because one has no friends or company. Although loneliness and solitude are sometimes used interchangeably, they are not the same thing. Today, we dive deep into the difference between both and how when you learn to embrace solitude you can really enhance your life in such a beautiful way. _________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sis...2024-07-2227 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 3: Adversity is importantSo let’s talk about this. ANY time you are trying to align yourself with your purpose, when you’re trying to be obedient, when you’re trying to level up, EXPECT adversity to come your way! It’s like the tax we pay for the new level we’re about to reach. Like the saying goes… NEW levels, NEW devils It’s not fun. The timing is usually wrong, and oftentimes it’s a great inconvenience, but you should expect it and be prepared for it. But if you stop and pause you realize that adversity actually...2024-07-1321 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 2: What’s a Self-Contract? I’m sure that you’ve probably seen every kind of contract there is. After all, you’ve made contracts with your vendors, your clients, your freelancers and your employees. You even have a contract with your spouse! If you want to achieve your personal goals and be productive day in, day out, we propose you create a self-contract so you’ll stay focused on your goals. A self-contract is kind of commitment where you write down what you want to achieve as well as how to achieve it. Often, it also clearly states any rewards for completing the contract as...2024-07-1031 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 17 Ep 1: Things that make you go HMMMMM!This show is dedicated to the things that make you go HMMMMMMMM! Have you ever asked yourself a question about something that just doesn't make sense? This is literally RaqC's brain when something doesn't make sense to her. But more people have got to think this way, she can't be the only one. This show is dedicated to all the people that think out of the box. ________________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to P...2024-07-0731 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 12: Don't be your own worst enemyWe wanted to have this conversation to bring this topic front and center as we start a new year. There’s something symbolic of a fresh new year right? Feels like a new opportunity to get it right! But HOW will you get it right this year if your habits are the same? SPECIFICALLY your SELF betraying habits? It’s sad but we think most people will agree that…It's much easier to be your own enemy than your truest friend. WHY you ask? We dive deep into this topic on today's episode. _________________________________________________ Follow us on IG...2024-06-2521 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 11: Word of the yearAs 2023 gets underway, the chatter about resolutions will persist. People want to exercise more, read more books, unplug from devices, and drink their requisite amount of water every day. For several years, we fell into the trap of making resolutions but quickly realized that that lost traction. So, we decided several years ago to switch it up from resolutions to a word or phrase of the year. Our WORD implementation has helped us both tremendously focus on that word or phrase all year, but it especially helps as a reminder when things get confusing or hazy. WHAT...2024-06-1819 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 10: The Entrepreneurial Journey Part IIToday's show is all about ENTREPRENEURSHIP! The journey of an entrepreneur is no joke and filled with struggles, ups and downs, yet so fulfilling. So we decided to do a 2 part show with entrepreneurs that live this reality daily. Women that live this life daily. Today, we sat down with Martha, owner of The Good Candle, and also with Ale, owner of TNT Makeup Agency. The conversation is so fun because both of these ladies are our personal friends so the conversation can't get realer than this. If you are navigating the entrepreneurial journey whether you're new to the...2024-06-1128 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 9: The Entrepreneurial Journey Part IToday's show is all about ENTREPRENEURSHIP! The journey of an entrepreneur is no joke and filled with struggles, ups and downs, yet so fulfilling. So we decided to do a 2 part show with entrepreneurs that live this reality daily. Women that live this life daily. Today, we sat down with Julissa Bermudez, television host, who is new to the entrepreneurship journey and also with Anthoni Allen, who has had her small boutique PR and branding agency for 15 years now. The conversation is so fun because both of these ladies are our personal friends so the conversation can't get realer...2024-06-1130 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 8: Bountiful Cooking- Understanding how food can heal or destroy youToday we have the fabulous Agatha Achindu a wellness architect focused on helping her audience find a clear path toward what matters most: a long and fulfilling life. As the founder of Life UnprocessedTM, a boutique wellness coaching and consultancy, Agatha helps clients uncover, unlearn, and unleash their unique, optimal lifestyle design. She is the author of Bountiful Cooking, a cookbook of wholesome everyday meals released by Hachette Book Group, is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Yoga instructor, and founded Yummy Spoonfuls, the first organic baby food line to be nationally distributed. _____________________________________________ Follow...2024-05-3130 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 7: Being a high value woman w/Stacey SpellerToday on the show we were blessed to have Stacey Speller, a life coach who helps high-achieving women become unstoppable in life, leadership, and love. The conversation gets good and will make you want to become the number 1 cheerleader in your life if you're not already. Tune in as this woman drops gems on today's show. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Our guest -Stacey Speller IG: @iamstaceyspeller Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters2024-05-2933 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 5: Feeling good NEVER gets oldThe feeling of "feeling good" NEVER gets old. You know what gets old- feeling sick, tired, drained, and with no excitement towards life. THAT GETS OLD. This show we talk about all the things that make us feel good. Things we should never stop doing. Things that fortify our soul and things that make us feel happy. Things that activate the Dopamine: Often called the "happy hormone"......Make note of all the things we discuss and start doing alot of it all the time. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us...2024-05-1930 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 4: TEA TIME with Las Cordovas!Today's show is light and fun!!! RaqC & La Susie answer random questions so ya'll get to know us better. These shows are always good and HILARIOUS! Our hope is that you feel like you are hanging out with us in the living room. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com2024-04-1030 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 3: All about BILINGUALISMToday, we are talking about BILINGUALISM with the expert herself Maritere, an award winning bilingual, bicultural Latina author, parenting topic expert, speaker, podcast host, who enjoys teaching families about language and culture. She breaks down the best ways to teach your children how to be bilingual, what environment is needed for that to happen, and the do's and don'ts of bilingualism. Such a great conversation that is needed in this day in age. Don't be afraid to teach your children the POWER of knowing more than one language. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie2024-04-0934 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 2: The difference between a friend, acquaintance, and associateThere is a big difference between a friend, acquaintance, and associate. Friendship is always more profound and more intimate than mere acquaintance. While many of the people you meet will remain acquaintances, some will eventually become your friends and some your associates. But how do you know the difference? Today we dive deep into the 4 different type of friendships and how to know the difference between the 4. You will be clear on what all your friendships are or what category they should be placed in after listening to this episode. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast...2024-04-0333 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 16 Ep 1: The POWER of asking the right questionsWe live in a world that values answers. We were taught in school to learn how to answer questions in exams, we were conditioned to go to work knowing that we need to have the answers and our society, by and large, focuses on finding the solutions rather than figuring out if we are asking the right questions. Just like most people who have been through the traditional education system and started working in a corporate job, were trained to have the answers. We would like to shed some light on the skill of asking the right questions. For...2024-01-2628 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 11: Doing Nothing is Actually One of the Best Things You Can DoIn a world full of major stressors and to-do lists, it can be difficult finding the time to just do well, absolutely nothing. But, here is why you should start. When was the last time you did nothing? By nothing, we mean absolutely nothing- no scrolling on social media, no reading books or articles, no lisening to podcasts, no watching movies, TV, or youtube videos. Well if you are like many Americans, you'll probably have to stop and think about it, because we don't "do nothing" very often. Americans need to take...2024-01-1630 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 10: LOVE is a verb!Appreciation and grattitude will give you the keys to the kingdom honey. But for many even if they feel those things, expressing them is difficutl. This is especially true in sentimenal relationships, in turn causing them to suffer. In today's episode we discuss the things that work and hopefully you can begin to put these things into practice in your own relationships. Let's talk about all the tips and tricks to help you show gratitude and appreciation to your beloved. ___________________________________________________ For FULL episodes on VIDEO and AUDIO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters2024-01-1624 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 9: Fad diets, weight loss, and your metabolism w/ Lauren HubertOn today's show we are joined by Lauren Hubert who has taken her own struggles and made it her passion to show women how to transform their bodies, get real results on the scale, and actually have fun doing it. Her mission as a registered dietitian in the weight loss space is to not only inspire woment to lose weight in a balanced and fun way, but also make sure no woman feels guilty about wanting to be HOT, healthy, and successful. _____________________________________________________________________ For full episode in AUDIO and VISUAL subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.c...2024-01-1628 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 8: Fear Based Living"The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man that lives fully is prepared to die at any time"- Mark Twain. Most people in our culture are so riddled with fear that they dont even recognize when the emotion has overtaken their lives. Fear can be sneaky and it can show up in all kinds of disguises. Today's conversation is all about how we OVERCOME fear based living. Let the fear go and go CONQUER! ________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio and Video SUBSCRIBE to our Podcast on Patreon.com/st...2023-11-3024 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 5: How well do you know your family Today we keep the show light. We're playing a game that you should all play with your family called "How well do you know your family", its so FUNNNNNNN, so random, and hilarious. You may be surprised as to how well you know them, or don't know them at all, LOL! _________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com 2023-10-1137 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 4: Let’s talk about talking There are 5 real shitty ways to communicate in any relationship: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, Stonewalling and Over communicating. And it’s amazing just how little we pay attention to these things when we engage with folks in conversation or conflict. So much can be resolved OR avoided if we just learn to master our tongue! In today's episode we dive deep into this topic of conversation. ______________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast 2023-10-0322 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 3: Be extraordinary Only the bold will be able to go from ordinary to extraordinary. The larger part of society will never experience true success. Why? Because the majority of people are unwilling to become the CEO of their life — they’d rather someone else call the shots. The more you evolve into the best version of yourself, the more you’ll be required to give up. To be extraordinary is no easy task and not for everyone, but TRULY, who doesn't want an extraordinary life? Remember, Extraordinary lives don’t just happen. _________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.c...2023-09-2637 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep 2: Attachment Styles & Their role in relationships It’s human nature to seek contact and relationships, to seek love, support, and comfort in others. In fact, the "need to belong" is one of the main forces that drives individuals. From an evolutionary perspective, cultivating strong relationships and maintaining them has both survival and reproductive advantages. After all, most of us do "need to belong" and do want closeness and intimacy in our lives. Yet, love and relationships are rarely as perfect and problem-free as we would like them to be. Maybe you have never really thought through or analyzed your behavior in relationships. Still, you might have no...2023-09-1928 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 15 Ep.1: RaqC is back - Her labor & delivery story The babyyyyy is back! After honoring her 40 day postpartum leave, RaqC is back a whole ass mommy. From preparing for labor, pre-labor, the drive to the hospital, her birth plan, to pushing her baby girl out! RaqC is dishing out all the details to such an unforgettable day. If you're a mommy you will relate and if you aren't you will definitely pick up a few pointers. ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com 2023-09-0527 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 EP #12: Talking MOM life with our own mom "There's no way to be a perfect mother, and a million ways to be a good one." - Jill Churchill Today we close out ANOTHER season of your FAVORITE podcast/talk show (the power of words!) AND today officially ends RaqC's maternity leave too ✨🙌🏽 What better way to wrap up another dope season of Straight Up Sisters The Podcast than to have a heart to heart with our own momma - Cece! Susie sits and chats openly and candidly with our mom along side her other guest, Natalie "Lash Bunny" Perez and the conversation is goood! Buckle up as they dive int...2023-08-3024 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 EP#11: Let's talk Birth Order Birth order is the theory that claims that the order in which a child is born into their family helps shape their development and personality. For example: Are you the oldest bossy one? Maybe you're the middle distant one? Or perhaps you're the carefree baby of the bunch? Although not scientifically backed, it cannot be a coincidence that most of us will display the same or similar qualities regardless of where on the planet we are born. We get into this topic and a little bit more, with our guest Esther Rosales, LMFT as she shed's some light on why...2023-08-3027 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 EP #10: Let The Magic Happen "The man who says he can and the man who says he cannot are BOTH correct." - Confucious Imagine if every time someone judged your ideas, your attitude, about life and business your response was to simply smile and say "OH YEAH... just watch me!" Well once you understand "Magical Thinking" and how you can tap into it, you become unstoppable! Sit back as the Queen of magical thoughts breaks down this belief and shares with us how she's used her magical thoughts to leverage life. Get your magic on Squad! Let's Gooooo! Besitos 💋, RaqC + LaSusie ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio...2023-07-2725 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 EP# 9: GROW through it sis!!Life is a tricky muthafukka! One minute you’re winning, thriving, inspiring the world and the next you’re confused, sad and dimmed. Like WTF right?! But there's a silver lining! We ALL GO through it, but we can (and should) also GROW through it. The name of the game: KEEP going, KEEP growing! ______________________________________________________ For full episode in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast Patreaon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com 2023-07-2230 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 EP #8: We're reading the advice and well wishes you sent RaqC! Soooo this episode was lost for a bit and never uploaded, but we found it and it couldn't have been better timing! Thank you Squad for taking the time to send some much need advice and heartfelt wishes to our new momma on the block - RaqC! It's been beautiful to read and even more beautiful to share some of them out loud with all of you. Besitos 💋, RaqC + LaSusie ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us...2023-07-1733 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14: EP #7: It's ACTION time baby! Squad! Why is it that sooo many of us know the things we should be doing but don’t do them? We read about the things, we learn about the things, we do all the research about the things BUT we just cannot DO the things?! If this is you, you maybe asking yourself... self, I’ve researched, I’ve read, I’ve studied, I’ve learned - soooo whyyyyyy can’t I just take ACTION? Well lets unpack this topic and see if we can move the needle from idle to GO! It's action time baby! ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO...2023-07-0531 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14: EP #6: How well do you know your family?! Hey Squad Hey! Let's have some fun! Sit back and have a chuckle with us as we try to answer questions about each other. Let's see who knows each other best! Disclaimer: Listen in public at your own risk becase we will have you loling for sure! ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com 2023-06-2238 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 Ep #5: Living vs Existing... where do you stand? In the words of the famous poet Oscar Wilde “To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people just exist.” And that is the sad reality. Lean into this conversation as we unpack the differences between living and existing, which often times get confused because while both terms mean to remain alive - they are often used in different content as it pertains to life. For example: EXISTING is often referred to as doing what you need to do to just get by day to day while LIVING often refers to he or she that is out there inte...2023-06-1415 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 Ep#4: The power of FLEXIBILITY Staying flexible is the key to longevity, not just in terms of the body, but also in mind and spirit. Flexibility- the ability to move naturally, change directions easily, and compromise when appropriate -FLEXIBILITY is a wonderful quality to posses. True flexibility isn't forced upon us (though sometimes we learn to be flexible the hard way). Flexibility is a natural quality that comes from within, from our true God-given nature. It makes much more sense to be flexible - to "bend" rather than "break." All we need to do is look at which trees survive storms - the ones that...2023-05-3134 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 Ep#3: The POWER of Breathwork Detox w/ Kurtis Lee Thomas What is BREATHWORK DETOX? It is a healing modality that was created by founder and facilitator, Kurtis Lee Thomas. It helps CLEAR OUT emotional and mental blockages. You must experience it to fully understand it. Kurtis, is a corporate mindfulness trainer and founder of Breathwork Detox. He's the #1 best-selling author of The World is Yours: The Secrets Behind The Secret and his latest book, Breathwork Detox, How To Thrive in the Age of Anxiety. Breathwork has become increasingly popular in recent years, with various forms intended to increase lung capacity, oxygenate blood, relieve stress, and even increase focus. But what...2023-05-2433 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 Ep#2: Keep showing up for YOURSELF! Showing up for you means being mindful and present with each moment, opportunities and/or experiences. Showing up to our daily life is all about giving ourselves permission to LIVE, learn, correct course and THRIVE without regret or fear of doing it wrong. Too many of us spend the day worried about the what if’s. Over thinking the things that haven’t even happened. Faces buried in social media experiencing other peoples lives instead of being an active participant our own lives. LIKE WTF? How is that fulfilling? Life has a way of taking over and sweeping us up SO s...2023-05-1726 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 14 Ep#1: PAY ATTENTION to the Green Flags too! We hear a lot about what’s bad in relationships, or about the so-called red flags. But what’s important is to have relationships that go the distance. The positive indicators, or green flags, to look for that tell us that we are in a safe and healthy relationship. Red flags tell us it might be time to end a relationship, while green flags are positive signals that a relationship will make it through the long haul. Green flags demonstrate someone’s character, openness, values, and more. Knowing some of the most common red and green flags allows you to be mor...2023-05-1038 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 Ep#12: Answering your emails Your favorite type of show is BACK! It's been a minute that we have answered your emails. These type of shows are fun because you never know what our responses will be. Some emails are more serious than others and other emails are WILD AF, none the less we keep it STRAIGHT UP with our responses. It's our specialty! We love to receive your emails so definitely keep sending them our way, remember keep it short and sweet! Email us: STRAIGHTUPSISTERSTHEPODCAST@GMAIL.COM ________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on I...2023-05-0330 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 Ep#11: Proper Etiquette in the 21st Century What is Etiquette? The customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. Are we practicing proper etiquette enough these days? The answer is NO! Manners are important because they outline the basics of how we should behave and how we expect others to behave towards us. All manners traditionally convey one or more of the 3 Principles of Etiquette: Respect, Consideration, and Honesty. During this conversation with Jules Hirst we dive deep into the different type of etiquettes that exist and should be practiced quite often. From social, dining, email and social media...2023-04-2640 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 Ep#10: Respond vs. React What happens when we PAUSE? Have you ever considered how that would change your life and the interactions you would have if you simply took the time to pause versus react. Giving yourself permission to pause will open the door for you to respond (empowering your future) vs. react (empowering your past). We usually want to react because we've been triggered. This conversation gets real GOOD! __________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com 2023-04-1925 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 Ep#9: Divine Detours Today's episode is all about "DIVINE DETOURS." What we may think of as something that is getting in the way, a loss, or a failed relationship, may actually be a divine detour. A step to getting you to the actual place where you belong, where you were meant to be. We may not always understand "divine detours" but we need to learn to flow with them. They are disguised blessings and once we understand that we will flow with them in a more easier manner. Allow the "divine detours" space in your life, don't fight the funk...let things flow...2023-04-1234 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 Ep #8: A heart to heart with Susie's son, Robert!Today's show is personal and very near and dear to Susie's heart. We have her baby boy, Robert, on the show. The vulnerability of this episode is heartfelt and we loved being in the conversation as much as we hope you love and appreciate the openness of this conversation. Susie gets real with her questions and honesty about her as a mother, to her divorce from her son's father, and everything in between. We hope that as a mother and a human you love the openness of this conversation. Thank you for rocking with us and all our guests...2023-04-0526 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#7: Ese to Master Jefe... a sit down with author, Raul Ramos! Join us as we sit down with the self proclaimed Ese to Master Jefe himself, Raul Ramos. From his life as a gang member at the young age of 11 to his ascension in the US Navy, his story of perseverance, self reflection, resiliency and tenacity will surely inspire you! Raul opens up about what life was like for him that lead him to the streets, his reason for getting out and the struggles that he's faced because if it all. This was such an honest, real and heart felt conversation that will move you! ________________________ For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO...2023-03-2924 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#6: Takin up space with our sis, Toni Jones! This week we got to chat it up with our girl Toni Jones. We manifested her in our studio and here she is. We had the BEST conversation with her about life, love, lessons, narcissistic behavior, who she was before she became an artist, and how life divinely will put you in situations and places that will prepare you for your grand moment. What a Joy to chat with with such a self awakened woman in our studio. This interview will surely inspire you. See you at our live event on 3/31/23!! For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our p...2023-03-2226 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#5: FLIP THE SWITCH with Coach Micheal Burt Today we sat down with America's coach, Micheal Burt and talked about his new book, FLIP THE SWITCH! He talks about how to ACTIVATE your "Prey Drive"- which is the instinctual ability that allows you to "Flip the Switch" to achieve Massive Success! He drops gems throughout this episode that you do not want to miss out on because this man charges thousands of dollars to coach people. During this eye-opening interview, you'll discover how to find what activates you to do more, create more, and achieve freakish levels of SUCCESS! For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to o...2023-03-1520 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#4: Glow Up = Outgrow (sometimes) LET'S BE HONEST…The glow up journey can suck sometimes! And when it comes to letting go, the odds are you won’t be happy about it. You may have to grieve who and what you’re leaving behind. It's okay to be sad as we say "goodbye" to people, places, and situations that no longer align with us. It's also important to grieve our old selves as we work on our new emerging self. Remember, people who fear or resist change will view your growth as a threat. It’s part of the ride! For FULL EPISODE in AUDIO & VIDEO sub...2023-03-0817 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#3: A deep conversation with Humble the Poet International best selling author, Humble The Poet, stopped by the show to drop some gems and share his new book with us. From an elementary school teacher to now author, Humble the Poet, breaks down his writings and philosophies in simplest forms which is truly appreciated. Listen to this conversation, absorb the gems, and appreciate the beauty of a man breaking things down the way he does. For full episode in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistetsthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com 2023-03-0131 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#2: The POWER of WORDS! Have you ever stopped to consider just how powerful WORDS actually are? We use them daily and many times we don’t think of the impact our words have on those on the receiving end (good or bad), BUT what’s worse is knowing how destructive our words can be and saying it anyway OR knowing how healing our words can be and refraining from using them for good. “Intentionally negative words can lower self-esteem and kill enthusiasm, while well chosen, positive words on the other hand, can motivate and encourage dreams.” -Kristen Houghton, Blogger for HuffPost For full episodes i...2023-02-2224 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 13 EP#1: WE'RE BACK and SPILLING THE TEA!!!We are back with Season 13 and we have definitley UPGRADED everything! Our studio, our lives, our mentality, our businesses, and so much more. Sometimes time off to REFRESH is necessary to come back with a BANG. On this episode we come back with some much needed catching up time and RaqC is getting a bit more vulvnerable and sharing a BIG PIECE of her heart with all of us. Did she finally meet the love of her life? Get ready and buckle up because SEASON 13 is off to an EPIC start! For full episodes in AUDIO & VIDEO m...2023-02-1523 minStraight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 12 EP#5: The MAGIC of 2hrs, Postpartum Depression & MotherhoodWhen it comes to building a happy, abundant life all we hear is that if you wake up at 5 am and hustle for several hard years, you can build a 7-figures business. We’ve all heard pithy phrases like “just do the work”. Well, Paden Hughes believed that if she hustled more and more every day, her kids would be happier, her company bigger, her husband prouder, and her life simply perfect. Suddenly something eye opening happened that forced Paden to WAKE UP! Today, Paden coaches and inspires others to hear their inner voice, master their energy and follow their...2022-11-162h 26Straight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 12 EP#3: NO. Is a complete sentence!"No” is a word most of us use too infrequently. And, what’s worse, when we say “No” we usually add on all sorts of unnecessary explanations to ease the equally unnecessary feeling of guilt that come along with it. But let us all remember that “No” is a complete sentence. In simple terms saying “no” is basically about creating personal boundaries that allow you to focus YOUR time doing the things that will make the most impact in your life. Marinate on this for a second: If we don’t know how to say ”NO” to things, then sa...2022-11-021h 51Straight Up Sisters The PodcastSeason 11 EP#7: READY to be an Entrepreneur?Have you always wanted to be an entrprenuer but don't know where to start and don't have the money to start? Today, we are joined by, Nadia Lee, Founder and CEO of Kollectin, who is also our jewelery partner with our hoop collection. She has an incredible story and passion to help all women start their own side hustle. She has done the foot work for all of us and now she is making it easy for women to make that side money by rockin the latest trends in clothing. On today's episode she will be teaching us how t...2022-08-241h 32