Heart to Heart l A Vision for Miami: Tech, AI, Modern Families & the Rise of Emerge Americas with Melissa Medina

Heart to Heart | Beyond the Pastelitos with Betty Williams

In this episode of Heart to Heart, I sit down with educator, creator & proud Miami Cuban Betty Williams for a conversation filled with heart, laughter & a whole lot of cafecito energy 🤍 We talk about growing up in Miami with an Argentinian father & Cuban mother, life in Westchester, marrying into a Dominican family & how culture shapes identity, family & the way we move through the world. Betty also shares her journey from dreaming of being on children’s television to becoming an early childhood special education teacher creating bilingual educational workbooks & content that support both children & parents. We dive into how her brother with Down syndrome deeply influenced her path as an educator & the full circle moments that brought her back into the classroom. And of course… we had to test her Cuban credentials with a hilarious round of “Like, Literally Cuban,” where Betty decoded iconic Cuban sayings complete with hand gestures, drama & all 😂🇨🇺 A conversation about purpose, identity, teaching the littles, embracing your roots & building a life that feels aligned with who you truly are.

Miami Podcast Creating a Safe Space for Women’s Real Stories | Cristy Diaz

Cristy Diaz didn't set out to become a voice for Miami women — but a spinal surgery, a social media moment, and a lot of courage later, here she is. In this episode she walks us through her journey from surgery recovery to podcast host, why she's committed to bringing the most uncomfortable women's topics into the open, and the stories that have moved her most along the way. She covers miscarriages, cosmetic surgery gone wrong, Botox, facelifts, hair extensions, what men really think about women's appearance, and her son's emergency medical situation. She also shares what she'd love to see more women talking about and where she wants the Heart to Heart Podcast to go next. Honest, funny, emotional, and completely real — this one is for every woman in Miami. Manny Alfonso: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/ [https://www.instagram.com/mannyalfonso8/] Kiko Suarez: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/ [https://www.instagram.com/querikoconkiko/] Eduardo Moya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/ [https://www.instagram.com/mr_moya/] Follow Us! - A Day in Miami: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/ [https://www.instagram.com/adayinmiami/] Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID [https://open.spotify.com/show/20WEys6jxiliBCLoo9iSID] ________________________ Produced by: Ben Schwede Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/ [https://www.instagram.com/benthecreatorrr/] 0:00 Intro 1:22 Podcasting 3:45 Her Spinal Surgery Journey 12:57 Starting Her Podcast 17:18 Bringing Out Women Guests 20:10 Miscarriages 21:52 Overwhelming Stories 23:01 What Women Don’t Want to Talk About 25:48 Failed Breast Augmentation Story 27:33 Botox 29:43 Face lifts 31:17 Hair Extensions and Transplants 34:59 Grandmas and Wigs 37:58 Kiko on What Men Like in Women 40:49 ADIM Singles Event 44:42 Where to Find Christy’s Podcast 45:06 What She Would Like to See More Of 47:22 Her Son’s Surgery Story 1:00:46 Top 3 Restaurants 1:03:10 Outro

Heart to Heart | The Evolution of Career Moms

What does it really mean to be a working mom today… and how different is it from the generation that raised us? In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Berthier & Magda Rodriguez Brenner to talk about how motherhood reshapes identity & purpose, what has changed (and what hasn’t) for working moms, and the pressure of balance versus the reality behind it. We also dive into the village it takes to support a working mother… and what we’re choosing to carry forward versus do differently. An honest conversation about ambition, guilt, balance & redefining success in this season of life 🤍

Heart to Heart l A Vision for Miami: Tech, AI, Modern Families & the Rise of Emerge Americas with Melissa Medina

Miami is having its moment and it is not just about growth, it is about intention. In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Medina to talk about the vision behind eMerge Americas and how it is helping shape Miami into a true hub for innovation, culture and connection. We go beyond the headlines and into the heart of it all, what it really takes to build something meaningful in a city that is constantly evolving. From creating spaces where people can come together, to redefining what Miami can be on a global stage, Melissa shares the why behind the work and the reality of bringing a vision like this to life. This conversation is about more than tech. It is about community. It is about showing up. And it is about building what matters, together. If you have been hearing the buzz around eMerge or wondering where Miami is headed next, this is the conversation you do not want to miss. 🎧 Listen now wherever you stream 🎟 Still do not have a ticket to eMerge This is your sign

Heart to Heart | Are We Losing the Joy in Youth Sports?

In this minisode, we sit down with Danny Diaz Leyva & Ryan Holtzman to unpack the evolving world of youth sports & the growing pressure kids are facing today. What was once about teamwork, growth & fun has in many ways shifted into something more intense. From early specialization to competitive environments that feel more like business than play, we explore how the culture around sports is changing & what that means for our kids. This conversation is not about blame it is about awareness. As parents, coaches & a community, how do we protect the joy of the game while still encouraging excellence? A thoughtful & honest look at where youth sports are today & how we can bring heart back into the experience 🤍