The BrightSpot Podcast

Avoid Family Travel Disasters--BrightSpots Edition with Brian Jewell

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs...  Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.   This episode is a must listen for anyone who is about to travel with others or go on a family vacation. Tourism journalist, Brian Jewell, shares practical tools on preparing for family vacations. When he is not working, spending time with his wife and children, or serving at church, he dedicates his time and energy to his side hustle, 30 Day Freedom. Enjoy! www.30dayfreedom.om

Overcome the Burden of Student Loans--BrightSpots Edition with Kristina Ellis

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs...  Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.   This episode features someone with an incredible story of hope, Kristina Ellis. Kristina is a wife, mother, and a Ramsey Solutions Personality. During this episode, she shares her story and provides practical tools to follow in her footsteps. We also chat about how to overcome the burden of student loans.  If you have student loans, this is a must listen!   Enjoy! kristinaellis.com

Not Mexican Enough--BrightSpots Edition with Jackee Davalos

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs...  Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.   This episode features Mata and one of her cousins, Jackee Davalos, sharing experiences where they've felt discriminated against because of the color of their skin.  Enjoy!

Real Money Talk for Hispanics--BrightSpots Edition with Juan Saavedra

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs...  Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.   This episode features someone who Mata easily bonded with because of their similar backgrounds, Juan Saavedra. He's a husband, soon to be father (let's pray for him!), and personal finance expert. We chat about four things to ensure the financial well-being that every Hispanic needs to hear. Enjoy!

The Lead Through Method -- BrightSpots Edition with Jose Vargas

Spinoff show! But hopefully, this spinoff fares better than most spinoffs...  Mata flies solo in these spinoff episodes. These episodes will feature people who're succeeding in life! We attempt to better understand what they're doing that makes them succeed and share that in hopes of fortifying families.   This episode features a former secret service officer, Jose Vargas. He's a husband, father, leadership coach, author, and speaker. He encourages us to ask ourselves difficult questions and then develop a growth plan. Enjoy!