Not Defined By Time

E9 - Carlos Simental

In this episode, host Vix Little sits down with Carlos Simental, a formerly incarcerated entrepreneur, community advocate. From incarceration to studying at Pepperdine University, he reflects on how access to education, mentorship, and community support can completely change the path of someone returning home. The conversation explores prison reentry, education inside prisons and out. Carlos also shares how his work with Homeboy Industries shaped his understanding of impact investing, social entrepreneurship, and long-term community healing. A unique part of this episode dives into the importance of water, health, and environmental awareness. From mineral-rich artesian water to the deeper connection between wellness, balance, and how we care for ourselves and our communities. Carlos explains how health, education, and opportunity are all connected in the work of rebuilding lives. This episode is a powerful conversation about second chances, prison reform, social justice, and investing in people instead of punishment. It highlights how education, practical skills, and meaningful support can create real transformation and not just for individuals, but for entire communities.

E8 - Blake Lyttle

In this special episode, host Vix Little sits down with 8-year-old Blake Lyttle for a lighthearted and honest conversation about dogs, patience, and the simple lessons behind good dog training. This episode also gives a fun look into Blake’s dream of becoming a dog trainer one day, showing how early experiences with animals can shape confidence, responsibility, and compassion. It’s a warm and genuine episode for dog lovers, families, and anyone who believes the best lessons often come from the simplest voices.

E7 - Robert Palomo

In this episode, host Vix Little speaks with Robert Palomo about how a road rage incident led to court involvement — and ultimately to mentorship, accountability, and personal redirection through community support. Robert shares what was happening beneath the surface before the incident, the consequences that followed, and how being connected to structured guidance changed the direction of his life. The conversation explores anger management, decision-making under pressure, and the importance of early intervention before small moments become life-altering mistakes. Through mentorship, routine, and working alongside dogs, Robert began rebuilding discipline, communication skills, and emotional regulation. This episode highlights how community-based intervention programs, mentorship, and dog training can support personal growth and prevent deeper system involvement. Robert’s story is an honest look at consequences, second chances, and the power of accountability when someone is willing to change. DogsTrainHome.com [DogsTrainHome.com]

E6 - Troy McVay

In this episode, host Vix Little sits down with Troy McVay a returning citizen whose path has taken him from the U.S. military to incarceration, prison dog training programs, and ultimately into firefighting. He shares what life was like growing up, his transition into military service, and the choices that led to prison. Inside, he found structure through education in sociology and psychology, and discipline through working with dogs. The conversation explores how prison dog training programs build communication, accountability, and emotional regulation — skills that directly translate to life after release. After incarceration, he rebuilt his life through rescue dog training and eventually transitioned into firefighting, finding a renewed sense of service and purpose. This episode dives into life after prison, second chances, mentorship, and how discipline learned through dog training can support long-term rehabilitation and career transformation. Through stories of grit, setbacks, and rebuilding, this conversation challenges the idea that your past defines you — and shows what’s possible when resilience meets opportunity.

E5 - Didontae Farmer

In this episode, host Vix Little sits down with Didontae Farmer, who shares his journey from participating in a prison dog training program to founding k9Hubb Dog Rescue after his release. Didontae speaks candidly about life after incarceration, the challenges of funding and sustaining dog training and rescue programs, and the critical role of community support in successful rehabilitation. The conversation explores how dog training can support reentry, create employment pathways for formerly incarcerated individuals, and strengthen communities through purpose-driven work. This episode highlights the importance of genuine commitment to change, accountability, and long-term support — and how working with dogs can become a powerful tool for rehabilitation, healing, and community uplift. IG - k9Hubb Rescue