O2: Hustle, Heart, and Coffee – Our Journeys from Passion to Purpose
Release Date: 10/02/2024
EP 31 Fear Gates in Human Design: Understanding the Splenic Center and Your Intuition
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There are fears you've carried for so long that they've started to feel like personality traits. The fear of failing before you even begin. The fear of the future you can't control. The fear of endings and all the grief that comes with letting something go. In this episode, Arlene and Valerie pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood centers in Human Design — the Splenic Center — and reveal something that might just reframe the way you understand every fear you've ever had. What This Episode Explores The Splenic Center is one of the oldest energy centers in Human Design. It...
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EP 30 Being a Latina Entrepreneur in 2026: Navigating Fear, DEI Rollbacks, and Building Business During Political Uncertainty
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Some conversations don't have a tidy ending, and this is one of them. Arlene and Valerie sit down for one of their most honest episodes yet, naming what it actually feels like to be a Latina entrepreneur in the US right now, when political pressure is heavy, DEI funding is disappearing, and most of us are trying to build something meaningful while carrying all of it in the background. They move from the emotional to the practical. Grief, ancestral fear, the tightness in the chest that comes from watching the news. And then: how to protect your business, own your audience, use your voice, and...
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EP 29 Human Design Gates Astrology- Unlock Your Life Purpose
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Ever wonder why astrology and Human Design are like besties? In this episode, Arlene and Valerie break down how your sun gate your spiritual blueprint connects to your zodiac sign, and why this combo changes everything. Discover how to decode your energy, move beyond surface-level readings, and truly embody who you really are. Learn about gates, authorities, fear patterns, and how to work with your design instead of against it. Perfect for anyone curious about their chart but feeling overwhelmed. Grab your birth time, location, and birthday—we're diving deep into the Akashic records of...
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EP 28 Part 2- 2026 Business StrategySystems AI Contracts for Founders
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If Episode 27 was the reflection, this is the execution. In this follow-up episode of Espiritu Coffee Chats, we turn founder lessons into real systems for small business growth in 2026. This conversation is for women in business and Latina entrepreneurs who are ready to: • Implement operational systems • Use AI strategically (without losing their voice) • Build contracts that protect growth • Structure decision-making frameworks • Align embodiment with leadership We break down practical business strategy for 2026 — from backend systems to founder discipline — so you can scale...
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EP 27 Latina Founder Lessons from 2025- Data Boundaries Intuition
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If you're a Latina entrepreneur or woman founder navigating growth, 2025 likely changed you. In this episode of Espiritu Coffee Chats, we break down the real founder lessons from 2025 — the data we ignored, the intuition we overrode, the systems we delayed building, and the boundaries we finally learned to hold. This is a behind-the-scenes conversation about what it actually takes to grow a small business as a woman in business balancing vision, spirituality, leadership, and strategy. We talk about: • Founder decision fatigue • When intuition beats analytics — and when it doesn’t •...
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EP 26 How to Build a Personal Brand Rooted in Confidence, Clarity & Courage
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From ESL Teacher to Empowered Brand Photographer: Carina Flechner on Confidence, Visibility & Building a Purpose-Driven Business In this inspiring episode, we sit down with San Diego-based personal branding photographer and empowerment coach, Carina Fleckner, to explore her powerful journey from a 23-year career in education to capturing the true essence of women through branding photography. Carina shares how live music, a secondhand camera, and a desire for purpose-led work ignited her pivot into personal brand photography, and how she now helps women step into their power, reclaim their...
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EP 25 Love & Legacy: Building a Business with Your Partner (Without Breaking Up)
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Love, Money & Legacy: Chris on Balancing Business, Creative Purpose & the Future of Finance In this refreshing episode of Espiritu Coffee Chats, we sit down with Chris, co-founder of Surje Coffee and Valerie’s partner, for a soulful and smart conversation on navigating love, business, and the evolving economy. Chris is the first masculine energy to grace the podcast, bringing grounded wisdom, intuitive financial literacy, and a unique blend of creativity and discipline. From how to survive building a business with your fiancé to why everyone needs a "tripod life" (doing what you...
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EP 24 From Fear to Financial Flow: : Rethinking Money, Bitcoin & A Real Talk About Money
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In this episode of Espiritu Coffee Chats, Valerie sits down with her fiancé and business partner, Christopher Yian, to unpack one big question: what does it mean to make money human again? Chris opens up about his 10-year college journey, his learning with Bitcoin and financial freedom, and how he turned a traditional Environmental Health & Safety career into a path of entrepreneurship, curiosity, and purpose. Together, they explore the deeper layers of money, mindset, and meaning—how our relationship with wealth can shift from stress and survival into sovereignty and empowerment....
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EP 23 Ayahuasca Round 2- Ancestral Healing Quantum Lessons Radical Acceptance
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In this powerful episode of Espiritu Coffee Chats, Arlene and Valerie share their most recent ayahuasca experiences—Arlene’s third journey and Valerie’s fourth. Together, they open up about the sacred healing, grief release, ancestral wisdom, and spiritual downloads they received while working with a male shaman for the first time. From navigating ancestral lineage grief, radical acceptance, and Reiki self-healing to visions of Egyptian goddess energy, light codes, and even conversations with beloved pets who’ve passed on—this episode dives deep into the transformational power of...
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EP 22 Hispanic Heritage Month: Empowering Latina Voices in Business & Community
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In this special Espiritu Coffee Chats episode, hosts Arlene Salcedo and Valerie Urrutia celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting the voices of three inspiring Latina entrepreneurs who are transforming business, community, and culture in San Diego and beyond. Meet our powerhouse guests: Jazmine Conejo, founder of Biz Bitches Community, who shares her journey of building authentic communities for women entrepreneurs while creating systems that empower female-led businesses. Connect with Jazmin Instagram @jazminmcornejo @bizzbitchcommunity and on her website Pam...
info_outlineIn this episode of Espiritu Coffee Chats, Arlene and Valerie take you on a deep dive into their entrepreneurial paths, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped their careers. From Arlene’s early hustle during the 2008 crash to building her real estate and spiritual design business to Valerie’s inspiring journey from barista to boss of Surge Coffee, this episode is packed with wisdom, resilience, and passion.
Tune in as we uncover the secrets behind coffee's rich origins and how it parallels the heartfelt connection we share with our spaces. We explore how trauma, challenges, and life lessons have transformed our careers, environments, and creative practices. Plus, learn how astrology and holistic practices helped unlock our potential along the way!
Whether you’re a business owner, a creative soul, or love a good coffee chat, this episode will inspire you to embrace your unique journey, overcome obstacles, and create magic in both your career and your sacred spaces. Grab your favorite cup and join us!
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