Amiga, Handle Your Shit

Have you ever reached the end of a year feeling stretched, exhausted, and grateful all at once?This episode is a raw, unfiltered reflection on a year marked by community upheaval, personal struggle, spiritual grounding, and the powerful reminder that healing and rebuilding begin with honesty. From the LA wildfires to the emotional toll of immigration raids, and from unexpected health crises to moments of deep surrender, this conversation invites you to look at your own 2025 with compassion and truth.Tune in to Episode 259 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Jackie provides a heartfelt and intimate year-end review that goes far beyond a recap. This solo episode explores the fires that shook our city and our nervous systems, the resilience that emerged in our communities, and the private battles that pushed Jackie to the edge and back into God’s grace. You’ll also be guided through a soul debriefing with reflective questions designed to help you release the weight of this year and step into 2026 with clarity, intention, and a renewed commitment to your well-being.Key Takeaways:✨ Your body speaks when you abandon yourself✨ Breakdowns always hold the seed of a breakthrough✨ Community rises strongest in moments of crisis✨ Health must come before the hustle✨ Reflection reveals what must be released✨ Surrender opens the door to alignmentLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne websiteBuy The Amiga Way's Book

Some people hit walls that should have taken them out. Today's guest, Ernie G, built staircases out of his. If you have ever felt behind, broken, late to the party, or unsure of what you are capable of, this one will hit you straight in the heart.In this episode of Amiga Handle Your Shit, Jackie sits down with empowerment comedian and speaker Ernie G, a man who has spent decades transforming audiences with a mix of humor, heart, and radical self-belief. On stage, he is funny. In community, he is powerful. In life, he is a walking reminder that reinvention is real and joy is medicine.But what makes Ernie’s story different is not the familiar arc of struggle to success. It is the way he turned every breakdown into raw material for a breakthrough. Not by pretending everything was fine. Not by pushing down the past. But by using every part of it as proof of capacity.Raised by a single mother. Kicked out of college. Lost. Depressed. And later, years into a successful speaking career, he survived a cardiac arrest while performing on stage. He should not be here. But he is. And he is louder, clearer, and more committed than ever to the message that saved him.Tune in to episode 258 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, if you are ready to stop waiting, stop assuming joy belongs to someone else, and rise into your own capacity.Episode Takeaways:The early story he once hid, and how owning it became medicine for others (05:20)The unexpected moment that revealed his natural gift for moving people with words (08:40)The discovery that shifted everything: “If it is to be, it is up to me” (11:20)The birth of empowerment comedy and how he essentially invented the lane he now leads (15:40)Why action creates clarity and why waiting for perfect conditions keeps us stuck (18:00)The near-fatal cardiac arrest that forced him to rewrite how he cared for himself (20:50)The lesson he teaches now: happiness is not a luxury, it is service (25:00)How he finally attracted real partnership by turning inward instead of outward (27:20)Why the conversations in our heads are either hurting us or healing us (34:10)What to do when you cannot figure out your path: follow what sets your soul on fire (36:00)Connect with Ernie G:WebsiteInstagramXFacebookLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

Have you ever wondered what it would look like to invest in nature in a way that grows both your wealth and the planet?This episode invites you to rethink how you view money, assets, and long-term legacy by exploring the emerging world of regenerative investments. Instead of seeing land and forests as distant resources, this conversation reframes them as living assets capable of creating generational wealth, environmental healing, and financial inclusion.Alain Romero is the founder of Forest to Fortune, a regenerative investment company that re-imagines how high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and purpose-driven investors can align profit, planet, and people. Alain combines deep financial acumen with impact forestry strategy, using high-value tropical hardwoods, agroforestry systems, and innovative fintech to deliver long-term wealth and environmental regeneration.Tune in to Episode 257 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Jackie sits down with Alain Romero, founder of Forest to Fortune, to explore his groundbreaking approach to investing in trees, biodiversity, and regenerative ecosystems. Alain shares how treating trees as individual assets can open new avenues for wealth creation, how blockchain brings transparency to environmental investing, and why degraded land across Latin America holds massive potential for restoration and long-term financial returns. This episode is a powerful reminder that the future of wealth is sustainable, intentional, and deeply connected to the earth.Key Takeaways: ✨ Trees can function as long-term financial assets ✨ Regeneration creates both environmental and economic value ✨ Biodiversity may become the world’s most valuable resource ✨ Blockchain brings transparency to environmental investing ✨ Degraded land can be restored into thriving ecosystems ✨ Wealth and impact can grow side by sideConnect with Alain Romero:Forests To Fortune websiteinstagramLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne websiteBuy The Amiga Way's Book

Sometimes, confidence begins with a smile. For Dr. Ingrid Murra, a first-generation daughter of Salvadoran immigrants, that smile became the foundation for a purpose-driven career. From growing up in a hard-working blue-collar family to earning her degree in orthodontics at Harvard, Ingrid has built her life around one belief: transforming your smile can transform your confidence, your health, and your future.In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Jackie sits down with Dr. Ingrid Murra, founder and CEO of Two Front, a company revolutionizing how dentists deliver Invisalign treatment. Ingrid shares how her family's story of grit and determination shaped her drive, how a childhood insecurity led her to discover her calling, and what she learned about the truth behind orthodontic care and marketing myths.You'll also hear Ingrid's insights on how to choose the right Invisalign provider, the link between oral health and longevity, and the mindset shifts that helped her move from self-doubt to leadership. Her story is a masterclass in hard work, humility, and staying true to one's mission. It's proof that when you follow purpose over fear, extraordinary things happen.Tune in to episode 256 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit to learn how to align your purpose, your passion, and yes, your smile.Episode Takeaways:Ingrid's story as a first-generation Salvadoran American and how her parents' sacrifices inspired her drive (3:40)The childhood insecurity that sparked her passion for orthodontics (5:20)About an experience at Harvard and how success doesn't always look like achievement (6:40)The truth about Invisalign certifications and why most providers aren't properly trained (7:50)How marketing myths shape patient expectations (8:40)What inspired her to launch Two Front and redefine orthodontic access (10:20)Why proper alignment is essential for long-term dental and overall health (13:40)A mission to make preventive care accessible nationwide (19:20)Dr. Ingrid Murra and her vision to scale Two Front across the U.S. and beyond (20:50)Running a company forces you to "handle your shit" every day (22:30)Connect with Dr. Ingrid Murra:Visit the Two Front websiteLinkedInInstagramLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

Have you ever imagined what it would feel like to sit at a table where faith, leadership, and luxury meet?This episode is a celebration of divine timing, feminine power, and the courage to create your own table. It’s about trusting that when you say yes to your vision, the universe and God will align every detail to make it happen.Tune in to Episode 255 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, for a heartfelt reflection on Cards and Caviar, one of Jackie’s most powerful micro experiences yet. In this special solo episode, she shares how a simple idea turned into an unforgettable gathering of women led by faith, elegance, and purpose. From the behind-the-scenes challenges to the sacred conversations that unfolded at the table, this episode is a beautiful reminder that when women come together with intention, miracles happen.Key Takeaways: ✨ Create your own table and invite purpose to sit with you ✨ Surrender control, God’s plan is always greater ✨ Help arrives when you’re open to receiving it ✨ Play big and trust your inner strategy ✨ Abundance flows where faith and courage meet ✨ When women gather, transformation beginsReady to experience your own moment of divine alignment? Stay connected for upcoming micro-events and luxury experiences like Cards and Caviar, designed to blend faith, strategy, and feminine power. Learn more and join the movement at www.jackietapia.com or on Instagram @jackie_tapia.1.Let's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne websiteBuy The Amiga Way's Book

Sometimes the most powerful stories come from the moments we can’t quite explain — the ones that linger in our hearts and whisper, “Tell me.” For filmmaker and storyteller Jane Clark, that whisper became her calling. Her work explores the full spectrum of the human experience, blending courage, humor, and empathy to remind us that even in life’s hardest moments, there’s beauty worth capturing.In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Jackie sits down with Jane Clark to explore how creativity, courage, and curiosity come together when you lead with authenticity. Jane opens up about her creative process, the importance of following your intuition, and what it means to navigate self-doubt with grace.Through her production company, FilmMcQueen, Jane has brought short films and three feature films to life, earning 18 awards and 8 nominations along the way. Her acclaimed projects — including Meth Head, Crazy Bitches, and Witchy Ways — are known for their emotional depth and raw humanity.Tune in to episode 254 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit for a powerful reminder that reinvention and purpose are always within reach — one story, one step, one act of courage at a time.In This Episode, You Will Learn:How Jane found her calling through exploration and creativity (3:50)Why filmmaking gave Jane a sense of agency and artistic control (8:40)The “aha” moment that helped her realize her gift for storytelling (9:30)How her experiences in acting, music, and art shaped her as a filmmaker (10:30)The inspiration and energy behind Meth Head (16:30)What “follow the energy” really means in creative work (17:00)The real story behind the film Crazy Bitches and its empowering message for women (19:20)Why humor is Jane’s secret ingredient to tackling heavy subjects (21:30)Why she believes in telling real stories through empathy and representation (28:00)Jane's take on creative consistency and self-trust (33:10)Jane’s approach to self-doubt and why she keeps saying “yes” to new challenges (34:50)Connect with Jane Clark:InstagramLinkedInIMDbFilmMcQueenFollow FilmMcQueen on FacebookLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

True impact doesn't always begin in boardrooms or policy meetings. Sometimes it starts in the heart; in recognizing that the struggles we think are ours alone are, in fact, shared by millions. For Rudy Espinoza, that realization transformed his path from a young man chasing financial success to a leader reshaping the systems that hold communities back.In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Jackie sits down with Rudy Espinoza, Executive Director of Inclusive Action for the City, to explore how empathy, awareness, and courage can drive real change. Raised by a single mother who left an abusive home to build a better life, Rudy learned early what resilience and service look like. A single college course opened his eyes to the structural inequities facing his community, and that awakening inspired his lifelong mission: to move capital, opportunity, and dignity into the hands of working-class people.Rudy shares how Inclusive Action’s early fight to legalize street vending grew into a statewide movement, and why investing in people and authentic relationships is the true foundation of progress. He also opens up about the personal story that reframed his understanding of impact: a simple act of kindness toward his mother that revealed how connection can heal division and fear.Tune in to episode 252 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and discover how compassion, community, and courage can create lasting economic and social transformation.Episode TakeawaysHow Rudy’s upbringing shaped his understanding of resilience and service (4:20)The ethnic-studies class that changed his worldview (6:20)Lessons from corporate life and why he chose a different path (13:50)The leap of faith that led him to lead Inclusive Action (15:30)How Inclusive Action is advancing economic justice through advocacy and lending (17:50)The story behind the LA street-vending movement (18:40)New legislation protecting vendor data from ICE (20:50)The role of art, storytelling, and solidarity in community change (23:20)Why true impact begins with small, human acts of connection (26:30)The importance of investing in people and authentic relationships (32:00)Connect with Rudy Espinoza:Inclusive Action for the CityLinkedInInstagramLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

Entrepreneurship starts with vision, courage, and the belief that what you want is already yours. Few embody this truth like Silvia Tapia, a digital creator, Mom, and founder of The Glam Collective, and co-founder of Duo Sculpt.In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Jackie welcomes Silvia Tapia to share her entrepreneurial story, from following her creative instincts into cosmetology to growing a neighborhood salon into a thriving hub for stylists, nail techs, and wellness professionals. Silvia discusses the transition from working behind the chair to running her own space, and how manifesting her goals and setting firm intentions helped her secure every step of the journey.You’ll also hear how Silvia’s latest venture, Duo Sculpt, came from her passion for Pilates and her determination to bring wellness into her own community. With her sister as co-founder, Silvia shares the persistence it took to find the perfect location, the power of seeking help, and why surrounding yourself with positive, hardworking people is the most important success strategy of all.Tune in to episode 250 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and discover what’s possible when you combine creativity with courage, how Latinas can manifest their dreams into reality, and why believing in yourself is the first step to building a legacy.Episode TakeawaysHow Silvia discovered her passion for hair and beauty from a young age (03:40)Why loving your job is the foundation of lasting success (04:20)How she manifested her dream space and grew The Glam Collective (06:10)How a passion for Pilates sparked the creation of Duo Sculpt (09:50)The struggles of finding the perfect location — and why persistence paid off (12:50)Why learning every part of the business matters, even roles you won’t personally fill (14:10)Building a team of instructors and creating a fun, community-driven vibe (16:00)Speaking goals into existence and using affirmations daily (18:20)Why choosing your circle wisely is Silvia’s #1 tip (19:30)The power of positivity and manifestation in entrepreneurship (21:20)Connect with Silvia Tapia:InstagramThe Glam CollectiveFollow The Glam Collective on InstagramFollow The Duo Sculpt on InstagramLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life