S2 E3: God is Calling
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
Reverend Emily Bruce, the minister of First Parish Church in Kingston, Massachusetts. Her unexpected journey into ministry is explored, detailing her transition from a career in New York City theater to her rediscovery of faith and belief in God, revealing the experiences that fostered her return to spirituality. The episode examines how her theatrical background, with its emphasis on storytelling and human connection, provided inspiration for her ministry. She talks about purpose and fulfillment, focusing on her pursuit of a life dedicated to service and community. The episode provides an...
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S2 E2: Punk Rocker to Shaman
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
Wen Chi Little Owl is a shaman with a rebellious spirit with a background in avant-garde art, music, and healing. From her early years in conservative Taiwan to her wild artistic explorations in New York City, Wen Chi shares how she evolved from a punk rock performer to a healer and spiritual guide. Wen Chi recounts her early fascination with breaking boundaries, leading her to study fashion in New York, work in film with Ang Lee, and perform with the provocative band The Voluptuous Horror of Karen Black. Despite her artistic success, she struggled with chronic illness, leading her to Chinese...
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S2 E1: Endurance Beyond Limits
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
In this episode of Invisible Culture, Gaemer Gutierrez begins his interview with Mike Doyle by recounting one of the most humbling experiences of his life—dealing with kidney stones. The experience was both miserable and unexpectedly humorous. In the end, it became a reflection on endurance, resilience, and the ways people navigate both expected and unforeseen challenges. That’s why his conversation with Mike Doyle was so fascinating. He is setting out on an ambitious six-month journey to hike the entire Appalachian Trail, a challenge that will test his endurance, resilience, and inner...
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S2: The Healing Journey Trailer
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
This season, you join Gaemer Gutierrez in exploring something that touches us all: healing. Because let’s be real—aren’t you healing from something? Maybe it’s a physical injury, emotional trauma, or even just the weight of the world. No matter what it looks like, healing is a universal thread that connects us all.
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S1 E12: Trauma & Transformation - Part 2
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
Dr. Beth Leilani Mercado talks life in America and her long road to recovery after suffering a stroke. Her life reads like a best selling novel. She was born into poverty, began a thriving career, endured an emotionally destructive marriage, embarked on a spiritual journey, and suffered a stroke that left her paralyzed when she was only 42. Her recovery back to health was long and arduous but, she triumphantly earned a doctorate degree in psychology and followed it up by writing 2 books.
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S1 E11: Trauma & Transformation - Part 1
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
Dr. Beth Leilani Mercado's life reads like a best selling novel. She was born into poverty, began a thriving career, endured an emotionally destructive marriage, embarked on a spiritual journey, and suffered a stroke that left her paralyzed when she was only 42. Her recovery back to health was long and arduous but, she triumphantly earned a doctorate degree in psychology and followed it up by writing 2 books. Her life story provides hope and inspiration as we embark on a brand new year.
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S1 E10: The Hidden Beauty of Filipino Cuisine - Part 2
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
Nicole Ponseca explains the fundamentals of Filipino cuisine and talks about one of her life’s most memorable adventures. As part of doing research for her book, she traveled extensively through parts of the Philippines that even most Filipinos have never visited. Photograph by Marts Romero.
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S1 E9: The Hidden Beauty of Filipino Cuisine - Part 1
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
Nicole Ponseca is one of the pioneers of Filipino cuisine in New York City. She’s opened 2 highly acclaimed restaurants, Maharlika and Jeepney and recently published a cookbook that was a James Beard Award finalist. She talks about her mission to put Filipino food on the map.
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S1 E8: Part 2 – How Astrology Explains the Pandemic
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
The global pandemic continues and you may be asking yourself, "What does all this mean?" Within the Astrological community, there is an enormous buzz about what they are calling a “Pluto, Saturn Conjunction in Capricorn.” This is having a huge impact on organizations, leadership, and individuals. In Astrology, this is a huge opportunity for transformation and growth. In part 2 of my interview with Yumin, she will provide some fascinating insight into what’s happening from that perspective.
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S1 E7: Part 1 – Self Care During the Pandemic
Invisible Culture with Gaemer Gutierrez
This is a pause on the usual interview for season 1 to do a special 2 part episode. In this episode, Gaemer sits down with his wife, Yumin, who is a psychotherapist. They talk about the importance of self care and she provides ideas on how people can take care of themselves during this very stressful time.
info_outlineJoe Gutierrez still gets moved when he tells the story about a racist incident in the 6th grade. It inspired him to become a weightlifter, a varsity wrestler, and a black belt in martial arts. He also talks about the extraordinary experience of adopting his daughter.