A New Chapter for the Catholic Church Under Pope Leo XIV
In this episode, we explore the early days of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy and what his unique background, American-born, Peruvian-based, and multilingual, might mean for the future of the Catholic Church. Host Ambar Castillo speaks with Dr. Hosffman Ospino and Dr. Andrew Chesnut about identity, immigration, and how Pope Leo is already reshaping the conversation around faith and belonging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Erika Dox-Martinez on Financial Wellness and Founding Blissful Vida
Erika Dox-Martinez spent over two decades in corporate accounting before founding Blissful Vida, a financial wellness company focused on helping Latinas and communities of color reshape how they think about money, success, and self-worth. In this episode, she shares her personal journey out of debt, the mindset shifts that changed her life, and how she’s helping others take control of their finances. Read our full story: https://epicenter-nyc.com/your-key-to-a-blissful-money-life/ https://myblissfulvida.com/ Follow on Instagram at @myblissfulvidaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How Outside/In Helps New Yorkers Recover Through Theater
This week we step inside The Perseverance Project, a powerful theater production created by Outside/In, an acting program for New Yorkers navigating recovery. Run by Suzy PetchEam through the Stella Adler Studio’s Arts Justice Division, the program offers more than just performance training, it’s a space for healing, self-expression, and second chances. You’ll hear from ensemble members, teaching artists, and the studio’s artistic director as they prepare for a citywide tour and reflect on what the stage has given back to them. Learn more: https://stellaadler.com/arts-justice/justice-involved/outside-in/ Read our full story: https://epicenter-nyc.com/how-theater-helps-men-in-recovery/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ofrenda Yoga Builds a New Kind of Studio in Harlem
Ofrenda Yoga Studio is one of the only BIPOC-owned studios in Harlem. Today, founder Jazmin Tejada shares how she built a welcoming, bilingual space in East Harlem where neighbors can show up exactly as they are, with music, movement, and community at the center. From salsa to savasana: the yoga studio offering local vibes in East Harlem Ofrenda Yoga Studio Email: info@ofrendayogastudio.com Follow on Instagram at @ofrendayogastudioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Lulo: The App Helping Moms Navigate Food Benefits and More
Millions of families depend on WIC, but confusing rules and checkout struggles make it hard to use. In this episode, we meet Dani Lopez, founder of Lulo, a free app helping New York families navigate WIC more easily. She shares how her own childhood experiences inspired the platform and why designing with families, not just for them, is the future of better social services. An app to help moms navigate food benefits Learn more about Lulo here Email Lulo at contact@hellolulo.com Follow on Instagram at @hello.luloSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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