Send us a text We made it!! Episode 100 is FINALLY here!! I This one is extra special because I’m joined by my husband, Jose Jimenez. If you’ve been listening for a while, you might remember him from episode 50… and ever since then, he’s been reminding me that when I got to 100, he better be on it. So here we are. We talked about everything from parenting and partnership to mindset shifts, betting on yourself, and what life has taught us in the last four years. Jose shared how his views on succe...
Jul 06, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 100
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Jim Rojas Taylor... A Marine veteran, actor, creative, and author of All Your Best Selves. We talk about the concept of building your inner world through what he calls “suits and bubbles,” and how emotional intelligence, presence, and identity all shape how you show up. Jim breaks down the mental tools he’s developed since childhood, how he sees emotions as flavored energy, and why he believes most people aren’t insecure... they’re just unprepared....
Jun 22, 2025•45 min•Season 2Ep. 99
Send us a text In this week’s episode of Metafit Metamind Podcast, I sat down with Chella Diaz, an incredible entrepreneur, financial empowerment coach, and passionate advocate for women’s financial literacy. Chella opens up about her lifelong curiosity around money,buying her first car at 17 and first house at 23, and how her humble beginnings shaped her drive to help others master their finances. We also discuss the importance of service, community, and practicing the art of enrolling (not sel...
Jun 15, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 98
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Hien Nguyen, a man whose story moved me deeply. From growing up in war-torn Vietnam to building a new life in the U.S., Hien’s journey is one of resilience, survival, and deep reflection. He opens up about what it was like to live through the Vietnam War, navigate poverty, and step into a leadership role for his siblings after his father’s imprisonment. Through multiple dangerous attempts to escape Vietnam, Hien never lost sight of one thing: hope....
May 10, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 97
Send us a text In this week’s episode of the Metafit Metamind Podcast, I sit down with Meridee Hlokoff, a powerful entrepreneur, devoted mama, and founder of LaserQuit. She opens up about her journey from overcoming addiction to helping others break free from theirs through a method that’s transforming lives. We talk about identity, motherhood, leadership, and the process of letting go of old patterns. Meridee also breaks down the science behind addiction and explains how cold laser therapy supp...
May 03, 2025•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 96
Send us a text In this episode, I had the privilege to speak with actor Matt Drago. We talked about his lifelong passion for acting, his journey in the industry, and how important it is to connect personally with your craft. Matt shared insights about building supportive relationships, prioritizing mental health, and finding joy in the acting process instead of focusing only on external validation. We also explored his latest film, "Somewhere in Montana," which centers on collaboration, legacy, ...
May 03, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 95
Send us a text In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Mathias Lemos Castillo. A powerful community engagement consultant and cultural bridge builder who leads with heart and purpose. Mathias shares his inspiring journey from Uruguay to the U.S. and how that experience shaped his mission to foster authentic relationships and create meaningful connections across diverse communities. Through his work at MLC Consulting, he focuses on mobilizing, listening, and connecting t...
Apr 04, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 94
Send us a text In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Mike Oppenheim, a multidisciplinary creative, whose work includes novel writing, filmmaking, and podcasting. With a unique perspective shaped by his upbringing in a meditative household and life's unexpected turns, Mike shares insights on the intersection of mental, physical, and emotional wellness. We got into his experiences with personal challenges and growth, including navigating a complex family dynamic after a divorce, an...
Mar 14, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 93
Send us a text In this week's episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Yanira Puy, a wellness professional with a rich background in marketing. Yanita shares her transformative journey from a corporate career to becoming a guide in health and wellness. We speak about her experiences with life changes, including overcoming adversity and building resilience, which have fueled her passion for helping others achieve balance in their lives. Yanira emphasizes the importance of grati...
Feb 28, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 92
Send us a text In this week's episode of the Metafit Metamind Podcast , I’m sharing some big takeaways from my experience at PodFest ! I had the chance to step on stage and talk about building trust and unconscious connections, which was such a powerful experience! I also get real about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship—because let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. The power of being in rooms with like-minded people. Growth happens when we surround ourselves with those who push us, inspire ...
Feb 14, 2025•17 min•Season 2Ep. 91
Send us a text Metafit Metamind Podcast is where host Karla Rodriguez breaks down the barriers of taboo topics and explores the interconnected worlds of physical and mental health and well-being by bringing special guests in. Join us for transformative conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers, designed to inspire growth, mindfulness, and purpose. Support the show Register for the next cohort of NLP Certification Training with Metafit Metamind Academy! https://metafitmetamind....
Feb 14, 2025•1 min
Send us a text In this week's episode of the Metafit Metamind Podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Tyguenne, a dynamic spiritual mentor, psych medium, and astral cartographer. Tyguenne shares her inspiring journey from a corporate life in the San Francisco Bay Area to a transformational trip to Bali, which led to her spiritual awakening and new path in life. We delve into her experiences with Reiki, vipassana meditation, and astrocartography, and how these practices have shaped her work and em...
Aug 23, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 90
Send us a text In this week's episode of the Metafit Metamind Podcast, I had the honor of hosting Tracie Root, an inspiring coach and community builder. Tracie opens up about her journey from a corporate career in Silicon Valley to becoming a widowed mother, and eventually transitioning into a successful coach. We dive into her experiences of balancing ambition with personal well-being, the impact of significant life changes, and the transformative power of mindset and personal growth. Tracie al...
Aug 18, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 89
Send us a text In this week's episode of the Metafit Metamind Podcast, I had the privilege of hosting Hanna Stone, known as "the chakras queen" on Instagram and YouTube. Hanna’s extraordinary journey includes overcoming disconnection and dissociation, which led her to a unique approach to healing through energy and chakras. We get into her struggles with emotional eating and body image, sparking a spiritual awakening and a passion for fitness and self-love. Hanna also outlines her five-step proc...
Jun 14, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 88
Send us a text In this episode, I am excited to have Laura Bennett, a high-performance and mindset coach, join the conversations. Laura talks about her life, sharing personal stories, including how her dad's passing influenced her life and career. She discusses emotional awareness, the vital role of acknowledging our emotions, and how mental and physical health are interconnected. Listen in as Laura gives practical advice on handling emotions and talks about her shift from a successful career to...
May 10, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 87
Send us a text In this episode I had my amazing guest Joanne Homestead who has a gift with her words. She went from having her career are a teacher to now being an entrepreneur and still teaching but in a different space. She had to find the confidence within to find the success she has found now within herself, and tbh the mindset goes a long way when it comes to jumping into the entrepreneur world. Joanne's IG: https://www.instagram.com/desk.plant.creatives/ Desplant Creatives Website Register...
Apr 08, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Send us a text In our newest episode, I sat down with the amazing Karleigh Lindsay. You've got to hear this—Karleigh walks us through her super straightforward six-step guide to getting what you want: decide what you need, believe in it, commit, take action, trust the process, and really feel it happening. It's all about tapping into that feeling of already having everything you wish for. Karleigh has amazing tips on using affirmations and listening to your gut to boost your confidence and wake ...
Mar 22, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 85
Send us a text Join us in an electrifying episode where I sit down with the incredible Ana Robles, founder of Yo Soy Amazing. Dive deep into the realm of mindset mastery and the secrets to success in both business and life with one of the few Latina NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) trainers I've had the honor to connect with. Ana's journey is nothing short of inspiring; from facing hardships and the façade of pretending everything is fine to rediscovering the audacity to dream and redefine her...
Mar 08, 2024•39 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Send us a text In this episode, I finally had the opportunity to speak with my good friend Ashton Lynne Rondon, who I met back in October of 21 I think, and I actually went to one of her workshops. For some reason, at the time, I felt this need to tell her that we need to connect and see how we can work together. She has become such a good friend, accountability partner, student, and an amazing human in my life. She is a powerful strategic entrepreneur who is so knowledgeable and has so much exp...
Feb 27, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 83
Send us a text In this episode I spoke with Jennifer Ramirez who is an entrepreneur, author, and Keynote Speaker. We go into her story starting in her early childhood and the life she has survived and now has created her own impact to rise up and thrive. Jennifer is someone who has pushed, learned, became a mother, and is now showing others that the change that you want is created within you first. &Risewww.womenrisechicago.orgIG @andrise_womenFB @womenrisechicago&Flourishwww.andflourish...
Feb 10, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Send us a text In this episode I spoke with Ariadna Arredondo, who is a wellness coach, latinx creator, and podcaster. She is the host of The Always Believer Podcast and now co-host of the new podcast The La-Tea-Na Podcast. She speaks about her journey, different chapters, and all her projects she is doing now. She is someone who is very inspirational for everyone and specially the Latina community. Ariadna IG: theariadnaarredondoThe Always Believer IG: thealwaysbelieverThe La-Tea-Na Podcast: th...
Feb 10, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text In this episode I spoke with Laura Baumann who is a Yoga and meditation expert to help other Mom-preneurs overcome burnout. She is someone who over time learned what her body needs when it comes to self care. Breathing, movement, meditation are all part of her life. She is someone who has a mixed upbringing, which I think is cool to be Dutch-Mexican, but for a little while, she did not fully understand how important that was in her way of life and learning. If you want to learn mo...
Feb 10, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text En este episodio tuve el placer de conocer a Gina Suarez, que es una mujer super inteligente, Coach De La Salud o Health Coach en inglés. Ella es alguien quien tuvo que escuchar a su propio cuerpo y intuicion hacia su felicidad y mejor salud. Alguien que te ayuda a aprender de lo que tu cuerpo necesita y quien entiende que todos hemos estado allí con la nutrición y nuestro estilo de vida, pero qué cambios pueden ocurrir. Gina's InstagramLinkTree LinksDon't forget to subscribe to t...
Feb 10, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text **This episode does talk about difficult conversations regarding sex, abuse, and other things, so please be aware that it is not an easy conversation. Please listen at your own discretion and thank you if you do choose to listen,**In this episode I speak with Rosalia Rivera who is the creator of About Consent and also Consent Parenting where her mission is to guide survivors, and lift them up by educating them about consent. She is someone who is latina, coach, and a warrior woman...
Feb 10, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text In this episode, I had a conversation with Reyna, who grew up the youngest of 6 daughters in her family. She grew up being the mediator and the one who had to learn to become fearless among her sisters. She quickly learned that she wanted more for herself without relying on someone else to get her there. She would do this on her own, all after experiencing anger and using that as well as a stepping stool. Reyna's Podcast IG @ hola_reynaReyna's Marketing ServiceDon't forget to subs...
Feb 10, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Join me in this raw and candid episode as we uncover the untold stories of pregnancy loss and the unspoken norms that weigh heavily on Latina women and women in general. My guest, Karla Levit, shares her personal journey of healing and growth following her own experience of pregnancy loss. Through her resilience and determination and her power of belief, Karla has transformed her pain into purpose and into a platform for empowering others. Tune in to explore the power of vulnerabi...
Feb 10, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 82
Send us a text In this empowering podcast episode, I invite you to join me as I engage in a dynamic conversation with the powerful and highly respected Justin Weider. Together, we delve into the realm of personal growth and challenge you to embrace daring actions for your own success. Get ready to explore valuable insights, strategies, and the transformative power that comes from daring to listen and take action. I'm excited to help unleash your potential and embark on a journey of growth like n...
Jan 05, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 81
Send us a text In this episode I am talking about the power and beauty of community. I recorded this in Houston, TX in my hotel room before Posadas Live with Latina Podcasters Network that Rita Bautista created. I have been on a little hiatus with the podcast, but I honestly share the best when I truly feel the inspiration. So how are you creating community and collaboration to help yourself and others grow? Support the showCheck out our YouTube Channel!Metafit Metamind con KarlaGive us 5⭐ &...
Dec 28, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 77
Send us a text In this episode I speak about my experience with my own limiting beliefs, and even negative self talk when it comes to content and course creation. How is that serving me with growth. Where is your focus when it comes to expansion, money, family, your career or business. You have to become conscious of where that focus is. Enjoy the episode! The FitMind & Spirit Retreat is on September 15th-19th, 2022 in El Salvador (reservations are now open!) Metafit Metamind Academy's NLP C...
Dec 28, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Send us a text In this episode I had the honor to have Deanne Rose who is a magical woman, coach, mother, empowered reclaimed woman who coaches women reconnect to their natural birthright of pleasure by connecting to their bodies and releasing old limiting beliefs and trauma.She shares her story about her separating from a marriage of 22 years and having to find that inner self relationship to have the ability to rise up for herself and achieve what she does now. https://www.deannerose.net/https...
Dec 28, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 64
