Redefining Success and Ministry: Merari Peña Vidal on Business and Belonging

Breaking Generational Curses: The Cost and Beauty of Healing First

Podcast Summary: Taste of Grace Taste of Grace is a heartfelt, faith-rooted podcast hosted by Blanca Reyes and Dorka Jones that creates space for women—especially Latinas navigating faith, family, and healing—to feel seen, understood, and never alone. Through vulnerable storytelling and raw conversations, Blanca and Dorka explore what it means to be the first in your family to choose healing, break generational cycles, and pursue mental and emotional health without shame. Rooted in both cultural and spiritual reflection, the podcast boldly addresses themes often left unspoken in Latino households: therapy, boundaries, identity, people-pleasing, trauma, and growth. Each episode invites listeners into the messy, beautiful process of transformation—where honoring your roots and choosing change can coexist. With humor, grace, and real tears, Taste of Grace is more than a podcast—it's a movement of women rewriting family legacies and embracing their God-given purpose with courage and compassion. Whether you're navigating new beginnings or healing from old wounds, Blanca and Dorka remind you: you're not crazy, you're not alone, and you were made for more. Tagline: Show yourself grace. You belong here. Join us soon with more episodes every week  Follow the journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tasteofgracepodcast/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TasteofGracePodcast

Doing It Afraid: Q&A, Faith, and How We Are Really Feeling After Launching Our Dream

In this heartfelt solo episode, Blanca and Dorka open up about the whirlwind of launching the Taste of Grace podcast, from the unforgettable launch party to the unexpected affirmation from their community. Think of this as a FaceTime catch-up with your girls after a big life moment. They dive into your questions with honesty and vulnerability, sharing personal reflections on dating after divorce, grief, spiritual growth, and what it really means to "do it scared." This episode is filled with laughter, real talk, and a whole lot of love for the people who showed up for them, especially the incredible local vendors who made their launch feel like a dream. Whether you’ve outgrown your environment, are wrestling with doubt, or just need a reminder that you're not alone in the journey, this one’s for you. New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe, rate, and share if it spoke to you. And remember, even if you don’t have it all figured out, you’re still called, still chosen, and still covered. Follow the journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tasteofgracepodcast/ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TasteofGracePodcast

When your gift finds you: The Real Story behind Anjelah Johnson’s Rise

What does it really mean to walk in your gift—especially when the path looks nothing like you imagined? In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Taste of Grace, Dorka and Blanca sit down with the one and only Anjelah Johnson-Reyes—comedian, actress, and viral sensation behind the iconic Nail Salon and Bon Qui Qui skits. From her unexpected entry into comedy to becoming a household name while staying grounded in her faith, Anjelah shares the raw, funny, and deeply inspiring story of how God redirected her path in the most surprising ways. She opens up about growing up in a funny family, taking a free joke-writing class at church, going viral before YouTube was even a thing, navigating Hollywood without formal training, and embracing motherhood after 40. Through it all, she reminds us that showing up with courage, trusting God’s timing, and being exactly who you are is the real secret to purpose and peace. Whether you’re in a season of waiting, pivoting, or rediscovering your calling, this conversation is for you. Key Themes: * Discovering your gift without chasing the spotlight * Letting go of timelines and embracing God's unexpected plans * Comedy as a tool for healing, not just entertainment * The shift from hustle to wholeness * Encouragement for women navigating purpose later in life Tune in and be reminded: You don't have to have it all figured out to walk in your calling—you just have to be willing to take the next step. Connect with Anjelah: https://www.instagram.com/anjelahjohnson/?hl=en Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/tasteofgracepodcast/ Connect with Blanca: https://www.instagram.com/officialblanca Connect with Dorka: https://www.instagram.com/dorkajjones 🌐 Learn more at www.tasteofgracepodcast.com

The Power of Forgiveness: A Story of Healing with Andrea Llovet

In this profoundly moving episode of Taste of Grace, recorded from the heart of Puerto Rico, Dorka and Blanca sit down with their dear friend and sister, Andrea Llovet, for a vulnerable conversation about healing, faith, and the power of forgiveness. Andrea opens up about her upbringing in a matriarchal home, her struggles with abandonment, and the quiet wounds left by an absent father. With grace and courage, she shares how these experiences shaped her identity, relationships, and ultimately her journey toward freedom and forgiveness.  Together, the women explore what it means to confront your past, choose healing daily, and surrender the deepest hurts to God. Through laughter, tears, and iced coffee, this conversation reminds us that joy and pain can coexist and that Jesus is the difference-maker in our stories.  If you've ever wrestled with forgiving someone who never apologized or questioned your worth because of someone else's absence, this episode will speak straight to your heart. 📚 Mentioned in this episode: The Bait of Satan by John Bevere – a transformative book on offense and forgiveness. Connect with Andrea: https://www.instagram.com/andreallovet Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/tasteofgracepodcast/ Connect with Blanca: https://www.instagram.com/officialblanca Connect with Dorka: https://www.instagram.com/dorkajjones 🌐 Learn more at www.tasteofgracepodcast.com

Redefining Success and Ministry: Merari Peña Vidal on Business and Belonging

In this heartfelt and powerful episode of Taste of Grace, Dorka and Blanca travel to their beloved Puerto Rico for a conversation that’s as rich in purpose as it is in flavor, joined by their soul sister and guest, Merari Peña Vidal. A visionary Latina CEO, Merari shares her inspiring journey of forgiveness, entrepreneurship, and finding purpose beyond the church walls. From launching her jewelry brand out of a garage to creating community through Oasis Empresarial, Merari’s story is a testimony of grit, God’s grace, and the power of saying yes even when you're unsure. This episode explores what it means to be a missionary in the marketplace, how to lead with both strategy and spirit, and why purpose, not perfection, is the true currency of success. It’s an honest and joy-filled look at Latina identity, unlearning hustle culture, and remembering your “why” when the road gets tough. Oh—and yes, there are alcapurrias involved. If you’ve ever questioned your calling, felt like your gifts didn’t fit the mold, or needed a reminder that God can use everything, this one’s for you. Follow Merari: https://www.instagram.com/meraripenavidal/ Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/tasteofgracepodcast/ Connect with Blanca: https://www.instagram.com/officialblanca Connect with Dorka: https://www.instagram.com/dorkajjones 🌐 Learn more at www.tasteofgracepodcast.com