In this episode, Victor Cornejo discusses the importance of setting intentions for the new year with guests Nancy Crespo-Richardson and Mariana Fernández. They explore the significance of reflection, flexibility in goal-setting, and the impact of mental health on overall well-being.

In This Episode

00:00 Setting Intentions for the New Year

09:54 The Importance of Reflection and Flexibility

19:47 Mental Health and Emotional Well-being

29:49 Family Dynamics and Shared Goals

Resources

✨ Nancy Crespo-Richardson | Licensed Professional Counselor
➡️ https://ncrcounselingservices.com

✨ Mariana Fernández | Peloton Instructor ➡️ https://www.onepeloton.com/instructors/Peloton_MF
➡️ Instagram: @la_tiamariana

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In this episode of Tell Me Más, host Victor Cornejo speaks with immigration experts Ira Kurzban and Tony Hernández to unpack the U.S. immigration system. They discuss personal stories, policy history, undocumented immigrants’ challenges, asylum claims, economic contributions, and political rhetoric on deportation.

In This Episode

00:00 The Economic Impact of Immigration

03:12 Understanding Immigration: A Personal Journey

06:06 The American Immigration System Explained

08:54 Deportation vs. Admissibility: Key Differences

12:09 The Asylum Process and International Law

14:59 Open Borders vs. Closed Borders: A Misunderstanding

17:47 The Role of Immigrants in the U.S. Economy

21:02 Mass Deportation: What Does It Mean?

41:54 The Complexity of Mass Deportation

48:05 Economic Implications of Deportation

55:33 Legal Barriers and Political Stunts

01:01:39 Employer Responsibility and Immigration

01:07:43 Towards Meaningful Immigration Reform

01:19:31 Resources for Understanding Immigration Issues

Resources:

Kurzban, Kurzban, Tetzeli & Pratt ➡️ https://www.kktplaw.com

The Immigrant Archive Project ➡️ https://immigrantarchiveproject.org

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In this conversation, Victor Cornejo engages with Professor Kermit Roosevelt III, author of The Nation That Never Was, to explore the themes of American identity, the significance of national values, and the evolution of ideals throughout American history.

In This Episode

00:00 The Importance of National Narratives

05:08 Understanding the Standard American Story

09:56 The Compromise of Slavery and Nationhood

15:09 Ideologies of Individualism vs. Equality

20:00 Reconstruction and the Evolution of American Ideals

25:11 Critiquing Foundational Myths and Embracing Change

30:19 The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

36:40 Race and Identity in America

40:00 The Constitution: A Living Document?

44:54 Judicial Independence and Life Tenure

52:05 Political Polarization and Constitutional Amendments

56:51 Hope for the Future: Engaging the Next Generation

Resources
https://kermitroosevelt.net

📚 The Nation That Never Was
🛒 https://a.co/d/h3QqIUI

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