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LISTEN: EP. 14 - “It’s Not Good To Quit" (Tricia Creason-Valencia)
Tricia Creason-Valencia is an Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker, a storyteller, teacher and mentor. In this episode of the FIRM Podcast, we talk about Tricia’s filmmaking journey, her intentions when producing projects, and the importance of telling and owning your own stories.
Full disclaimer: This episode was recorded in April 2023, before I took a hiatus to focus on the San Jose Is Not For Sale project. Nonetheless, there’s just so much game in this convo, I had to share it.
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LISTEN: EP. 13 - “San José Day" (Haley Cardamon)
Haley Cardamon is the Executive Director and Founder of San Jose Day, an annual festival that celebrates the arts and culture of San Jose every April. In this episode, Haley shares her journey in building the festival, its growth over the years, and what’s in store for this year's 7th annual event.
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LISTEN: EP. 11 - "Post Hang" (Gabby Horlick)
Gabby Horlick is the drummer and band leader for the 7th Street Big Band. In this episode of the FIRM Podcast, we talk about her musical journey, building the 22 piece 7th Street Big Band, and what’s next to come from the group.
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LISTEN: EP. 10 - "Coldwater" (JUBO Clothing)
Jason, Ave, and Brian are brothers, graphic designers and the owners of Jubo Clothing. In this episode of the FIRM Podcast, they talk about how their mom introduced them to entrepreneurship, creating their own path with Jubo, and opening their new storefront, Coldwater in Japantown San Jose, CA.
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EPISODE 09: “YASSS! LIFE! THE SADS ARE GOOD, TO...
Local Color is a woman-powered 501 (C)(3) Non-profit building multifaceted opportunities that keeps creatives engaged, employed and active in the community. In this episode of the FIRM Podcast, we talk...
EPISODE 09: “YASSS! LIFE! THE SADS ARE GOOD, TO...
Local Color is a woman-powered 501 (C)(3) Non-profit building multifaceted opportunities that keeps creatives engaged, employed and active in the community. In this episode of the FIRM Podcast, we talk...
EPISODE 08: “THE RETURN OF SATURN” (PARADOX)
Jordan, JR, and Don are barbers, educators, and creative entrepreneurs. In this episode, we talk about their journey of opening two /Paradox/ Barbershops, the value of building a solid team,...
EPISODE 08: “THE RETURN OF SATURN” (PARADOX)
Jordan, JR, and Don are barbers, educators, and creative entrepreneurs. In this episode, we talk about their journey of opening two /Paradox/ Barbershops, the value of building a solid team,...
EPISODE 07: “ SHOW UP EVERY DAY” (RATHA NOU)
Ratha Nou is a multi-disciplined, multifaceted creative entrepreneur. In this episode of The FIRM Podcast, Ra talks about how his passion for hip hop and dance carried over throughout his...
EPISODE 07: “ SHOW UP EVERY DAY” (RATHA NOU)
Ratha Nou is a multi-disciplined, multifaceted creative entrepreneur. In this episode of The FIRM Podcast, Ra talks about how his passion for hip hop and dance carried over throughout his...
EPISODE 05: “REDISCOVERY” (MICHAEL YIM)
Michael Yim is a mechanical engineer by practice and an entrepreneur. Mike and his partner, Jon, founded Aggregate Watches and Hatch Duo, a product design consultancy where they help startups...
EPISODE 05: “REDISCOVERY” (MICHAEL YIM)
Michael Yim is a mechanical engineer by practice and an entrepreneur. Mike and his partner, Jon, founded Aggregate Watches and Hatch Duo, a product design consultancy where they help startups...
EPISODE 04: “KEEP GOING” (ALEX KNOWBODY)
Alex Knowbody is a photographer whose work ranges from family portraits to the San Jose Earthquakes, but it’s his personal photography that really stands out because it exemplifies the city....
EPISODE 04: “KEEP GOING” (ALEX KNOWBODY)
Alex Knowbody is a photographer whose work ranges from family portraits to the San Jose Earthquakes, but it’s his personal photography that really stands out because it exemplifies the city....
EPISODE 03: “FIND YOUR PEOPLE” (ARELY CARDENAS)
Arely Cardenas is an artist whose work is a representation of the impactful women in her life. In this profound conversation, she talks about what inspires her paintings, community, and...
EPISODE 03: “FIND YOUR PEOPLE” (ARELY CARDENAS)
Arely Cardenas is an artist whose work is a representation of the impactful women in her life. In this profound conversation, she talks about what inspires her paintings, community, and...