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Voice & Venture

Voice & Venture

Written by: Mystic Scribe
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 🎙️ Voice & Venture
Where clarity meets courage—and heart meets hustle. Hosted by Dr. AY Heath and Val Ortiz, Voice & Venture is a bold, grounded space for creatives, leaders, and changemakers ready to stop waiting and start building lives they actually want.

Every episode blends soulful reflection with sharp perspective:

✨ The Spark offers a lyrical, resonant opening from Angel, grounding the theme in heart and creative purpose.

🔥 The Shift brings Val’s signature truth bombs, humor, and unapologetic insight—challenging you to rise, act, and move forward. If you’re ready to reignite your passion, rewrite your path, or build something the world has never seen, you’re in the right place.

Meet the Hosts
Dr. AY Heath is a writer, filmmaker, creative strategist, and leadership coach known for blending heart-centered storytelling with powerful vision. As founder of Mystic Scribe Studios, she helps creatives and changemakers find their voice, own their worth, and build legacy projects with impact.

Val Ortiz is a powerhouse executive, investor, and strategic coach with over 20 years of experience scaling technology, media, and creative ventures. As CEO of PushYou Productions and a trusted advisor to founders and boards, Val combines capital expertise, product strategy, and creative leadership to drive impact and ignite transformation.

💬 Want to talk dreams and next steps?
Text or call (213) 584-3208 to connect or schedule a discovery call.© 2026 AY Heath & Val Ortiz. All rights reserved. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Voice & Venture – Episode 5: Living Your Best Honest Life with Special Guest Scott Gingold

    Voice & Venture – Episode 5: Living Your Best Honest Life with Special Guest Scott Gingold
    Feb 5 2026
    Voice & Venture – Episode 5: Living Your Best Honest Life with Special Guest Scott Gingold
    This episode is equal parts business, personal, and deeply real — so prepare for hard truths, big laughs, and a few soul-deep reminders.

    Aired: February 2026
    Hosts: Angel & Val
    Special Guest: Scott Gingold – Business Troubleshooter & Family Dynamics Expert

    Description: What is your best life — and are you living it honestly? In this powerful conversation, Angel and Val are joined by special guest Scott Gingold, a business fixer and family advisor who brings decades of experience and wisdom to the mic.

    Together, they explore what it means to live and lead with purpose, especially when your personal and professional worlds collide. Whether you're running a family business, dreaming of starting one, or just trying to hold it all together — this episode is for you.

    We talk about: Why "living your best life" changes over time Navigating feelings, feedback, and family dynamics in business The difference between being busy and being fulfilled Emotional intelligence, boundaries, and legacy Why laughter, honesty, and having a real inner circle matter now more than ever

    🔥 The Spark with Angel invites you to write your origin story and identify the real allies in your life. ⚡ The Shift with Val drops the truth: sometimes feedback from the “wrong” people teaches you how to pitch, protect, and prepare better than the cheerleaders ever could.

    And Scott? Well, he brings a simple but game-changing call to action: start living your best life today — not someday. —

    💬 Want to connect or need support?

    Contact Scott at https://www.gingoldadvisors.com/ or find him on LinkedIn Reach

    Angel & Val at (213) 584‑3208 for coaching or creative consulting #CreativeLeadership

    #CreativeLeadership #VoiceAndVenture #BestLifeNow #FamilyBusiness #PodcastForDoers #MysticScribeStudios #PushYouProductions

    Voice & Venture
    Your future starts here!

    🔗 Connect with Angel
    @DrAYHeath (LinkedIn, Linktree, Facebook, TikTok)
    @ayheath (Instagram, IMDb)
    @themysticscribe (YouTube)
    Search Dr. AY Heath on Amazon

    🔗 Connect with Val
    @val-og and @val-ortiz (LinkedIn)
    @Val Ortiz (IMDb)
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    50 mins
  • Voice & Venture – Episode 4: The Company You Keep: Why Your Inner Circle Shapes Your Future

    Voice & Venture – Episode 4: The Company You Keep: Why Your Inner Circle Shapes Your Future
    Jan 29 2026
    Voice & Venture – Episode 4: The Company You Keep: Why Your Inner Circle Shapes Your Future

    Language note: this episode includes strong language and bold, emotionally honest conversation.

    Aired: January 2026
    Hosts: Angel & Val

    Description: We all have people in our lives — but not all of them are meant to walk with us into the future we’re building. In this episode, Angel and Val dig into the powerful truth that your inner circle can either elevate or erode your dream. They talk about how to know who truly belongs in your corner, how to tell the difference between real support and disguised doubt, and what to do when the people closest to you aren’t actually allies.

    From personal stories of growth, grief, and letting go, to real talk about feedback, readiness, and the courage to set new boundaries — this one is deep, practical, and layered with love and clarity. Whether you're building something new or finally stepping into the person you’ve always been, this conversation is for you.

    🔥 The Spark with Angel offers a creative reflection: design your dream team — then check if those people already exist in your life.
    ⚡ The Shift with Val reminds us to get strategic: not all critics are enemies — sometimes they’re fuel.

    If you’ve ever felt alone, doubted, or unsupported in your journey, let this episode be your reminder: you get to choose who sits at your table. —

    Resources:

    Book: The Creative Leader’s Edge by Dr. AY Heath - https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Leaders-EdgeTM-leadership-storytellers/dp/B0FKZ7GGNG/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

    Book: Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Eat-Alone-Expanded-Updated/dp/0385346654

    Want to connect? Text or call (213) 584-3208 to reach Angel or Val for a discovery call. Let’s talk about your dream — and what’s next.

    #InnerCircle #CreativeLeadership #AuthenticRelationships #PodcastForCreators #MysticScribeStudios #PushYouProductions #VoiceAndVenture

    Voice & Venture
    Your future starts here!

    🔗 Connect with Angel
    @DrAYHeath (LinkedIn, Linktree, Facebook, TikTok)
    @ayheath (Instagram, IMDb)
    @themysticscribe (YouTube)
    Search Dr. AY Heath on Amazon

    🔗 Connect with Val
    @val-og and @val-ortiz (LinkedIn)
    @Val Ortiz (IMDb)
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    52 mins
  • Voice & Venture – Episode 3: Removing the Mask: The Power of Being Yourself

    Voice & Venture – Episode 3: Removing the Mask: The Power of Being Yourself
    Jan 20 2026
    Voice & Venture – Episode 3: Removing the Mask: The Power of Being Yourself
    This one’s bold, unfiltered, and fully real — strong language, strong opinions, and a few gut-punch truths included.

    Aired: January 2026 Hosts:
    Dr. AY Heath & Val Ortiz

    Description: We’ve all worn it — the mask we thought we had to put on to survive, succeed, or simply belong.

    In this powerful third episode, Angel and Val unpack what it means to finally take that mask off and lead from your truth. They explore the moments that wake us up, the pressure to conform, and how identity, culture, and conditioning shape the way we show up.

    From childhood stories to hard-earned lessons in leadership and motherhood, this conversation goes deep. It’s about burnout, breakthrough, and the radical act of choosing authenticity in a world that rewards performance. This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt invisible in the room, muted in the meeting, or unrecognizable in the mirror.

    🔥 The Spark with Angel challenges you to ask: Who are you without the title, the grind, or the approval?
    ⚡ The Shift with Val breaks it down: “Your value doesn't come from the mask. It comes from you.”

    Get ready for straight talk, real stories, and a reminder that the world needs your voice — not your mask.

    Resources from this week’s episode:

    The Creative Leader’s Edge: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Leaders-EdgeTM-leadership-storytellers/dp/B0FKZ7GGNG/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

    The Art of Authenticity by Dr. Klarissa Thacker: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Authenticity-Become-Authentic-Leader/dp/1119153425

    Want to connect? Text or call (213) 584-3208 to reach Angel or Val for a discovery call. Let’s talk about who you are — and what you’re here to do.

    #AuthenticLeadership #MaskOff #VoiceAndVenture #BeYourself #PowerOfPresence #PodcastForCreators #MysticScribeStudios #PushYouProductions

    Voice & Venture
    Your future starts here!

    🔗 Connect with Angel
    @DrAYHeath (LinkedIn, Linktree, Facebook, TikTok)
    @ayheath (Instagram, IMDb)
    @themysticscribe (YouTube)
    Search Dr. AY Heath on Amazon

    🔗 Connect with Val
    @val-og and @val-ortiz (LinkedIn)
    @Val Ortiz (IMDb)
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    59 mins
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