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DISRUPT: The Podcast

DISRUPT: The Podcast

by DISRUPT: The Podcast

Business Society & Culture

Season 1

Disability Rights Lawyer Exposes Why We Fear Disability Most | Lauren Schrero

Disability is "the one diversity issue we feared the most"—because any of us can enter it at any moment. Lauren Schrero, disability rights attorney and co-founder of The Nora Project, just exposed the truth about why disability remains invisible in our schools, workplaces, and communities. Hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia go deep into Lauren's personal journey to learn why she left corporate law, how her daughter's birth transformed her purpose, and why disability education is the civil rights issue of our time. This isn't just an episode about advocacy—it's a masterclass in systemic change. Lauren breaks down the shocking reality of how disability is hidden in families and communities, why parents often infantilize disabled children, and the revolutionary impact of teaching disability studies from elementary school through high school. We challenge misconceptions about disability inclusion, the diversity and inclusion movement, and what it really takes to build truly inclusive communities. If you think you understand diversity, prepare to have your mind blown by the secrets of a disability rights disruptor. Tune in to learn the true way to build inclusive classrooms and why your current understanding of diversity is incomplete. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Lauren Schrero, Disability Rights Attorney & Co-Founder of The Nora Project Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ Connect with Lauren Schrero & The Nora Project: The Nora Project: https://www.thenoraproject.org/ Equip for Equality: https://www.equipforequality.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-schrero-86411a1 The Nora Project YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenoraproject #DisabilityRights #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveEducation #CivilRights #DisruptThePodcast #LaurenSchrero #TheNoraProject #DisabilityAdvocacy #EducationReform #DiversityAndInclusion #Podcast #SocialJustice #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityJustice #CommunityInclusion #SystemicChange

8 Time Emmy Winner Reveals the Secret to Storytelling | Nick DeGrazia

How do you win 8 Emmy Awards, build a massive music festival from scratch, and handle hecklers like a pro? Nick DeGrazia, founder of Bitter Jester Studios, just exposed the truth about what it takes to create without limits. Hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia go deep inside the mind of this creative powerhouse to learn the rules of storytelling, why the audience is always in control, and how to turn chaos into award-winning content. This isn't just an episode about entertainment—it's a masterclass in creative disruption. Nick breaks down the shocking reality of running the Bitter Jester Music Festival rain or shine, the psychology of out-heckling a heckler, and the secret to crafting narratives that win Emmys. We challenge misconceptions about the creative industry, the business of art, and what it really takes to stand out. If you think you know how to tell a story, prepare to have your mind blown by the secrets of a 9-time Emmy winner. Tune in to learn the true way to command an audience and why your current creative habits are holding you back. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Nicolas DeGrazia, Founder of Bitter Jester Studios & Bitter Jester Music Festival Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ Connect with Nick DeGrazia & Bitter Jester: Website: https://www.bitterjesterfoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitterjesterfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolas.degrazia #StorytellingSecrets #EmmyWinner #BitterJester #CreativeDisruption #MusicFestival #DisruptThePodcast #NickDeGrazia #CreativeProcess #HowToTellAStory #EntertainmentIndustry #Podcast #Filmmaking #ContentCreation #SketchComedy #AwardWinning #CreativeBusiness

Trauma to Triumph: How One Woman's Story is Reshaping Immigrant Advocacy

TRAUMA TO TRIUMPH. 🤯 Carmen Patlan, Executive Director of the Center for Immigrant Progress, joins hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia to reveal how her harrowing journey from childhood neglect to national leadership is fundamentally reshaping the immigrant advocacy movement. What happens when you transform your deepest pain into your greatest purpose? How does a formerly undocumented immigrant become a two-time IMLS National Medal winner and visionary leader? And what does trauma-informed care really mean when you've lived it? This is more than a survival story—it's a blueprint for revolutionary change. Carmen opens up about the unimaginable poverty and neglect she endured in rural Mexico, the miraculous rescue that saved her family's life, and the spiritual awakening that shaped her mission. She breaks down how her lived experience of trauma informs her groundbreaking work in community engagement, why cultural competency isn't just a buzzword, and how she's building a movement centered on compassion rather than charity. We dive deep into the real cost of immigration, the power of invisible communities finding their voice, and why her story matters now more than ever. Tune in to hear how one woman's triumph over trauma is reshaping what immigrant advocacy looks like. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Carmen Patlan, Executive Director of the Center for Immigrant Progress Follow Carmen Patlan & The Center for Immigrant Progress: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-patlan-933a0823 Center for Immigrant Progress Website: https://ciplakecounty.org/ Center for Immigrant Progress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centerforimmigrantprogress/ Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #TraumaToTriumph #CarmenPatlan #ImmigrantAdvocacy #TraumaInformedCare #CommunityLeadership #CenterForImmigrantProgress #DisruptThePodcast #ImmigrantStory #LatinaLeadership #NonprofitLeader #ImmigrantRights #CulturalCompetency #SocialJustice #Resilience #Empowerment #Podcast #Changemakers

The Senegalese Tailor Who Dressed America's Most Powerful

YOUR WARDROBE IS MORE POWERFUL THAN YOUR CAR. Haj Gueye, third-generation Senegalese-French couturier and founder of Maison de Haj, joins hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia to reveal the hidden psychology of executive presence and personal branding. What does it take to command a room before you even speak? How do the world's most powerful leaders use clothing as a tool for authority? And why are so many executives getting it completely wrong? This isn't just a conversation about fashion—it's a masterclass in identity. Haj takes us back to his roots in Senegal, the lessons passed down from his grandfather who dressed kings, and his journey to dressing global icons like Bernie Mac. He reveals the raw truth about how color communicates confidence, why "dressing the part" is a myth, and how he transforms his clients' lives by aligning their wardrobe with their true selves. We challenge the corporate uniform and explore the incredible power of an impactful presence. Tune in to hear a story of heritage, craftsmanship, and the secret language of style that will change the way you see yourself and the world. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Haj Gueye, Founder of Maison de Haj & Executive Presence Expert Follow Haj Gueye & Maison de Haj: Website: https://maisondehaj.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisondehaj/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maisondehaj/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hajgueye Twitter: https://x.com/GueyeHaj Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #HajGueye #MaisondeHaj #ExecutivePresence #BespokeTailor #PersonalBranding #Leadership #StylePsychology #DisruptThePodcast #SenegaleseHeritage #Menswear #Womenswear #ImpactfulPresence #Podcast #Identity #Success

From Picking Up Junk to $100K/Month: Vape Vending Secrets

FROM PICKING UP JUNK TO A MILLION-DOLLAR EMPIRE. Micah Stanley, the #1 nightlife vending operator in America, joins hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia to share his incredible journey of building a massive passive income business from scratch. What does it take to turn a simple idea into $100k a month? How do you find the courage to cold-call bars and nightclubs? And what is the secret to scaling an unattended income stream? This isn't just a business story—it's a blueprint for financial freedom. Micah takes us back to his early days of picking up junk on the side of the road, the moment he placed his first vape vending machine, and his relentless drive to succeed. He reveals the raw truth about overcoming $40,000 in debt, the mechanics of the nightlife vending industry, and how he now mentors others to achieve the same success. We challenge the traditional 9-to-5 grind and explore the incredible power of taking action. Tune in to hear a story of hustle, innovation, and the untapped potential of automated businesses that will change the way you think about making money. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Micah Stanley, Vending Machine Entrepreneur Follow Micah Stanley: Mentorship & Website: https://unattendedincome.com/ Y ouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@micahstanleyvending Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micah.stanley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/61579985096319/ Twitter: https://x.com/MicahVending Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #MicahStanley #VapeVending #PassiveIncome #VendingMachineBusiness #UnattendedIncome #Entrepreneurship #SideHustle #DisruptThePodcast #FinancialFreedom #NightlifeVending #BusinessGrowth #Podcast #SuccessStory #Hustle #WealthBuilding

AI Is Replacing Real People: The Dark Side of Virtual Reality

IS REALITY CANCELLED?! 🤯 Hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia are plugging you into the unsettling truth about Virtual and Augmented Reality. What if the world in your headset is more real than the one outside? This episode dismantles everything you thought you knew about your own reality. This isn't just a tech talk, it's a journey into the human mind. Eloiza and Andrés explore the shocking ways VR is already rewriting our world, from surgeons performing operations from thousands of kilometers away to pilots crashing virtual planes to save real lives. They confront the terrifying psychological implications of desensitization through ultra-realistic war games and ask the question: are we training our kids to be killers? We challenge the utopian vision of the metaverse and expose the dark side of a world where feelings can be manufactured and fears can be conquered with a headset. Tune in to discover if your reality is just a program and why the future of human experience is being coded right now. Prepare to have your perception of reality permanently disrupted. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #VirtualReality #AugmentedReality #FutureOfReality #DisruptThePodcast #TechDisruption #VR #AR #Metaverse #DigitalReality #SimulationTheory #Neuroscience #Gaming #FutureOfWork #TechEthics #BlackMirror #RealityCheck #DigitalWorld

From Missiles to Cartoons: The Neuroscience of Creative Problem-Solving

CARTOON THINKING IS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE?! 🤯 Rocket Scientist Turned Cartoonist Pat Byrnes just exposed the truth about the world's most misunderstood problem-solving tool. Hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia go deep with Pat and Jonathan to learn how drawing unlocks innovation, why you've been solving problems all wrong, and how cartooning might actually be the secret weapon of Fortune 500 strategists. This isn't just a drawing episode, it's a strategic disruption. Pat Byrnes, aerospace engineer turned New Yorker cartoonist, and Jonathan Plotkins, business strategist and arts patron, break down the shocking neuroscience behind cartoon thinking, how to activate your brain's creative networks, and why humor is the gateway to solving your toughest business challenges. We challenge corporate misconceptions about creativity, innovation methodology, and the surprising power of visual thinking. If you think you know how to innovate, prepare to have your mind blown by the secrets of cartoon thinking. Tune in to learn why the world's top problem-solvers are picking up a pencil, how drawing activates three neural networks at once, and why your current problem-solving approach is leaving money on the table. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guests: Pat Byrnes (Cartoonist, Aerospace Engineer, Neuroscience Expert) & Jonathan Plotkins (Business Strategist, Arts Patron, The Drawing Board Co-Founder) Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #CartoonThinking #ProblemSolving #Innovation #RocketScientist #Cartoonist #StrategicThinking #Neuroscience #CreativeStrategy #BusinessInnovation #DisruptThePodcast #HowToInnovate #ProblemSolver #VisualThinking #DesignThinking #ExecutiveStrategy #CartoonsForBusiness #CreativeDisruption #StrategySolutions #Podcast #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipInsights #InnovationSecrets #CartoonsThatSell #ThinkDifferent

The Sole Survivor of The Railroad Killer Reclaims her Life | Holly K. Dunn

A STORY OF SURVIVAL THAT WILL LEAVE YOU SPEECHLESS. 🤯 Holly K. Dunn, the sole survivor of the infamous Railroad Killer, joins hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia to share her harrowing story of resilience and reclaiming her life. What does it take to survive the unthinkable? How do you find the strength to move forward after facing pure evil? And how can one person's story inspire a movement? This isn't just a true crime story—it's a testament to the human spirit. Holly takes us back to the night of the attack, the moments she fought for her life, and her long journey of healing. She reveals the raw truth about trauma, the power of advocacy, and how she transformed her pain into purpose by founding Holly's House, a sanctuary for victims of intimate crimes. We challenge the narrative of victimhood and explore the incredible power of a survivor's voice. Tune in to hear a story of survival that will change the way you see the world and the strength within yourself. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Holly K. Dunn, Sole Survivor of the Railroad Killer & Founder of Holly's House Follow Holly K. Dunn: Website: http://www.hollykdunn.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollykdunn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hollykdunn/ Twitter: https://x.com/hollykdunn Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #HollyKDunn #SoleSurvivor #RailroadKiller #TrueCrime #Survivor #Resilience #TraumaRecovery #Advocacy #DisruptThePodcast #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp #Hope #EndSexualAssault #Podcast #HumanSpirit #ReclaimYourLife

Why Russians Drink Vodka for “Health”

VODKA IS A HEALTH FOOD?! 🤯 Russian Speakeasy Owner Yana just exposed the truth about the world's most misunderstood liquor. Hosts Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia go deep inside Yana's Speakeasy to learn the ancient Russian drinking rules, why you've been drinking vodka all wrong, and how it might actually be one of the healthiest spirits. This isn't just a drinking episode—it's a cultural disruption. Yana, the owner of the hidden speakeasy, breaks down the shocking science behind vodka's purity, the proper daily consumption, and the secret to avoiding a hangover. We challenge Western misconceptions about Russian culture, business, and the surprising health benefits of this clear spirit. If you think you know how to drink, prepare to have your mind blown by the secrets of the speakeasy. Tune in to learn the true way to drink like a Russian and why your current drinking habits are costing you. Hosts: Eloiza Domingo and Andrés Tapia Guest: Yana, Owner of Yana's Speakeasy Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Eloiza Domingo: https://eloizadomingo.com/ Andrés Tapia: https://andrestapiastrategygroup.com/ #VodkaSecrets #RussianCulture #Speakeasy #HealthiestLiquor #DrinkingRules #DisruptThePodcast #Vodka #AlcoholMyths #HowToDrink #RussianSpeakeasy #Podcast #Liquor #HealthFood #SpeakeasyOwner #RussianBusiness #VodkaBenefits #CulturalDisruption #DrinkingHacks

Why So Many People Date Across Borders: The Truth Behind The Attraction

In this episode, Eloiza and Andrés unpack the rising phenomenon of cross-cultural relationships and international dating, exploring why more people than ever are seeking love beyond their own borders. We dive into the psychology behind the attraction to different cultures, whether it's about genuine connection or escapism from dating norms at home, and how globalization, social media, and dating apps have made international romance more accessible than ever. From the allure of "exotic" partners to the real challenges of cultural differences, language barriers, and visa complications, we examine both the beautiful possibilities and harsh realities of dating across borders. Whether you're in an international relationship, curious about dating someone from another country, or questioning if the grass is really greener on the other side, this conversation will reveal the complex truth behind why so many are looking for love abroad and what it really takes to make it work. Follow us on all platforms → https://linktr.ee/DisruptThePod Exclusive Content → https://www.patreon.com/c/DISRUPTThePodcast Business Inquiries → info@disruptthepod.com Production & Management → www.nexumediagroup.com Subscribe. Follow. Share. DISRUPT. #InternationalDating #CrossCulturalRelationships #DatingAcrossBorders #InterracialDating #LongDistanceRelationship #CulturalDifferences #GlobalDating #Relationships #ModernDating #LoveAbroad #InternationalCouples #DatingApps #CrossCulturalLove #Immigration #VisaRelationships #MulticulturalRelationships #DatingTrends #RelationshipAdvice #IntimacyAcrossCultures #ModernRomance

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