With Valentine's Day just around the corner and love in the air, I had the privilege of interviewing Carla Avalos, LCSW. In our conversation, Carla opened up about her journey as a first-generation individual and the hurdles she faced on her path to becoming a couples therapist. Carla's passion for working with couples stemmed from her innate curiosity about the intricacies of relationships and a desire to understand what individuals can do to enhance their communication and relationship skills. Throughout the interview, Carla generously shared valuable advice for both men and women, along wit ..read more

Welcome to Episode 11, where Efrain Reyes engages in a conversation with Luis Resendez, delving into the topic of men's mental health. Luis also sheds light on his book, "What About Dad," discussing the common challenges that new fathers often face. Luis Resendez is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Vida Emotional Wellness in Riverside, CA. He is also a speaker, adjunct professor at Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, CA, and author of “What About Dad?: Understanding and Addressing Postpartum Depression In Men.” In his clinical practice, Luis specializes in treating men ..read more

Welcome ti the episode number 10 where Efrain Reyes interviews Alex Flores. Alex Flores is a committed father and founder of Reflective AF Coaching. He is also a trauma-informed fatherhood coach, and breathwork facilitator with a master's degree in Early Childhood Education where he focused his studies on the effects of childhood trauma on the developing child. Having experienced childhood abuse and neglect himself, he understands firsthand the impact of childhood trauma. Leveraging both professional expertise and his own personal healing journey, he has crafted a coaching framework on four p ..read more

Our final podcast episode of 2023 features a heartfelt reflection by Efrain and Jose on the year's accomplishments. Jose openly discusses his current journey and expresses gratitude for the support of the brotherhood and community. Efrain recounts a impactful experience entering a sweat lodge with his father for the first time, highlighting the lessons on strength and resilience learned from his dad. In closing, Jose and Efrain extend a call to men and professionals to join in building the community further in 2024, fostering continued growth. If you enjoyed this episode, we invite you to conn ..read more

In this episode, Efrain Reyes interviews Amir Ouaddi to talk about his healing journey and how has being connected to brotherhood has allow supported him. Amir shares some his story growing up in Los Angeles and some of the challenges that he had overcome to become the man that he is today. Amir share his love and connection to creating ancestral food through his business cocina Nagual and how healing can come in many forms. Towards the end of the episode Amir shares the story of La Virgen De Guadalupe and how it relates to the indigenous people's of Mexico.  *** Latino Dad Connection do ..read more

En este episodio Efrain Reyes entrevista a un de sus mentores Manu Llaguno. Manu Comparte un poco de su historia y el trabajo que esta haciendo creando y facilitando espacios para hombres en Mexico y Latinoamerica. Este es el primer episodio totalmente en español y esperamos hacer muchos mas en el futuro. Manu Llaguno Bio: Hombre, Padre, Hermano y facilitador de circulos masculinos y terapeuta del bienestar. Con su compromiso y dedicacion, ha ayudado a mas 800 hombres en todo el mundo a reconectar con una masculinidad mas autentica y conciente. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check ..read more

In this episode, Efrain Reyes interviews Al Martinez, the creator of the Latino Dad Connection Podcast intro song. Al has been deeply connected with the Latino Dad Connection community and has embarked on a journey of inner growth by sharing his story from a place of vulnerability and honesty. He discusses the significant role that music has played in his life and how he has combined music and culture. Al also opens up about the profound impact of his younger brother's death and how he transitioned to become a stay-at-home dad. Al is a dedicated husband and father who made the decision to resi ..read more

In this Episode Efrain Reyes interviews Hernan Carvente - Martinez. Hernan vulnerability shares his story of going into the justice system at young age and what were some of the circumstances that led to that. He shares how he has been able to overcome and the importance of having one person that believed in him to persevere and get back in his feet. Hernan now dedicates part of his life to revolutionize the youth justice system. At the end of the episode Jose and I break down some of the main points that Hernan Shares. Guest Bio: Hernán Carvente-Martinez is the Interim Executive Director of ..read more

In this episode, Efrain Reyes has the opportunity to interview the founder of The Modern Macho Podcast and Movement. Stay tune to the end of this episode and listen to Efrain and Jose talk about the main take aways and share some challenges for the listeners. Guest Bio Juan Carlos De La Rosa is a 30-year-old single father who was born and raised in the Inland Empire. He is currently an IBEW Local 477 Electrician for the county of San Bernardino. As the oldest of three children in his family and the son of undocumented parents, he has intentionally begun to reflect on developing his action valu ..read more

Trigger Warning * In this Episode Jorge shares some of his childhood experiences and can be explicit to so some audiences. Listener discretion is advised and please take care of yourself if you feel triggered when listening to this episode.  In this Episode Efrain Reyes interviews Jorge Narvaez to share his journey as father content creator and the work that he is doing in the community. Jorge is a digital creator, restorative justice specialist and father . Jorge is the creator of very successful youtube channel @realitychangers where he shares his fatherhood journey and share their musi ..read more