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Send us Fan Mail Behind every song is a story, and behind every dream is someone brave enough to chase it. In this episode of May I Have a Word?, we're joined by the incredibly talented bilingual singer-songwriter Marlenne Ornelas for a heartfelt conversation about music, identity, perseverance, and the journey of finding your voice. Proudly embracing her Mexican and American roots, Marlenne shares the experiences that have shaped her both personally and creatively, the challenges that come with pursuing a career in music, and the passion that continues to fuel her dreams. But this conversation goes far beyond the music. As someone I'm fortunate enough to call a friend, Marlenne opens up about the lessons she's learned along the way, the importance of staying true to yourself, and the courage it takes to continue believing in your dreams, even when the path forward is uncertain. Filled with laughter, reflection, and genuine connection, this episode is a reminder that success isn't simply measured by how far we've come, but by the person we become along the way. An inspiring conversation about friendship, culture, resilience, and the beautiful power of never giving up on what you love. Welcome to another episode of May I Have a Word?, produced by Go-Getter Productions.

Send us Fan Mail The road to success is rarely a straight line.  Sometimes, it's filled with unexpected turns, closed doors, moments of uncertainty, and challenges that test just how badly we want to achieve our dreams. In this episode of May I Have a Word?, Los Angeles sports reporter Fredo Cervantes joins me for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, resilience, and the long winding journey that ultimately led him into the world of sports media. Beyond the headlines and the excitement of covering Los Angeles sports, Fredo shares the obstacles he's overcome, the lessons he's learned, and the determination it took to continue pursuing his passion when the path forward wasn't always clear. It's a conversation about believing in yourself, embracing the unexpected, and understanding that sometimes the greatest victories in life happen long before we reach our destination. Because behind every success story is a journey worth telling. Welcome to another incredible episode of May I Have a Word?, produced by Go-Getter Productions.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of May I Have a Word?, we welcome someone very special to the conversation: Jennifer Orellana, Senior Client Development Manager at BLVGARI and , more importantly, a dear friend. Behind the elegance and prestige of one of the world's most recognized luxury brands is a woman whose story goes far beyond professional accomplishments. Jennifer represents the power of authenticity, meaningful relationships, and staying true to yourself while navigating a world where success is often measured by titles and achievements. This episode is more than a conversation about luxury, career, or success. It's an opportunity to celebrate the person behind the profession and the genuine connections that make life's journey so meaningful. Join us for a heartfelt conversation filled with friendship, perspective, and a reminder that sometimes the most valuable things in life aren't things at all.

Send us Fan Mail It's time to talk Dodgers! On this episode of May I Have a Word?, Gustavo is joined by Melissa Myer and Jaclyn Ruiz, hosts of Talk Dodgers to Me, The Podcast, for a conversation fueled by their shared love of Dodger baseball. Melissa and Jaclyn share the story behind Talk Dodgers to Me, how their passion for the Boys in Blue brought them together, and what inspired them to turn that passion into a podcast and growing Dodgers community. From the high and frustrations of a long season to unforgettable moments, favorite players, fan culture, and everything that makes being a Dodgers fan so special, the conversation goes far beyond the box score. It's baseball, storytelling, plenty of laughs, and three Angelenos talking about the team that means so much to the city they call home. Melissa Myer and Jaclyn Ruiz have a word.

Send us Fan Mail The soundtrack at Dodger Stadium doesn't happen by accident. On this episode of May I Have a Word?, Gustavo sits down with Lanier "DJ Severe" Stewart, the official DJ of the Los Angeles Dodgers. DJ Severe shares his journey behind the turntables, the path that brought him to Dodger Stadium, and what goes into creating the energy and atmosphere experienced by thousands of fans on game day. He also takes us beyond the booth to talk about his career, his passion for music, and the work behind turning an opportunity into something lasting. From music and baseball to preparation, perseverance and unforgettable moments at Chavez Ravine, this conversation with one of the people helping provide the soundtrack to Dodgers baseball. Lanier "DJ Severe" Stewart - on May I Have a Word?

Send us Fan Mail Doug Ellin joins May I Have a Word? for a candid conversation about the journey behind one of television's most recognizable shows. Best known as the creator of HBO's Entourage Doug reflects on the road that took him from aspiring filmmaker to creating a series that became a defining piece of 2000s pop culture. He shares stories from his career in Hollywood, the experiences that shaped him as a writer and creator, and what life has looked like beyond Entourage. It's a conversation about creativity, persistence, success, Hollywood, and the lessons that come when the cameras stop rolling. Doug Ellin - writer, director, producer, and creator of Entourage - on May I Have a Word?

Send us Fan Mail Award-winning international journalist and correspondent Elwyn Lopez joins Gustavo Montez on May I Have a Word? for a candid conversation about the journey behind the headlines. Elwyn opens up about her path into journalism, the experiences that helped shape her career and what it takes to report from the front lines of major breaking news while never losing sight of the people at the center of the story. Beyond the cameras and live reports, Elwyn shares the personal side of her journey - the ambition, sacrifices, challenges, and responsibility that come with a career dedicated to telling other people's stories. It's a conversation about journalism, representation, resilience and the human being behind the microphone. Elwyn Lopez on May I Have a Word?

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of May I Have a Word?, I'm joined by sports reporter and digital content creator Noel Sanchez, whose work with Dodgers Nation along with his Los Angeles Lakers coverage for Bleacher Report has helped him build a voice in the ever-changing world of sports media. Noel and I talk about his journey into sports journalism, what it takes to cover one of the most recognizable franchises in baseball, and the work that goes on behind the scenes to create engaging content for today's sports fan. We also dive into his Lakers coverage, his passion for Los Angeles sports, the evolution of digital sports media and some of the experiences that have shaped him both personally and professionally. It's a conversation about baseball, basketball, storytelling, persistence, and turning a genuine love of sports into an opportunity to connect with fans. May I Have a Word? with Noel Sanchez -- Sports Reporter & Digital Content Creator: Dodgers Nation | Lakers Coverage for Bleacher Report

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "May I Have a Word?", Gustavo sits down with Gilberto Manzano, NFL staff writer for Sports Illustrated, and co-host of "Compas on the beat" podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation about football, journalism, culture and the journey that brought him to where he is today. Gilberto shares his insight into his path in sports media, what it takes to cover the NFL at a high level, the relationships and experiences that have shaped his career, and what life is really like behind the scenes of one of the most closely followed sports leagues in the world. The conversation also goes beyond football, touching on Gilbertos upbringing, his perspective as a first generation American, the importance of representation in sports media, and the lessons he's learned along the way. It's an insightful, personal and entertaining conversation with one of the voices helping tell the stories of the NFL today.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of May I Have a Word?, I sat down with award winning actress and VoiceOver artist Valentina Latyna for a thoughtful and engaging conversation about her journey, her craft and the experiences the woman and artist she is today. Valentina opens up about finding her voice, navigating the entertainment industry, embracing the opportunities and challenges along the way, and the passion that continues to drive her forward. The conversation moves beyond resumes and accomplishments, offering a more personal look at perseverance, identity, creativity and perspective behind her work. This is more than an interview - it's a conversation about growth, purpose, and what it means to keep becoming the person you were meant to be. Welcome to another episode of May I Have a Word?

Send us Fan Mail After some time away, May I Have a Word? is officially back. In my first solo episode I return to the microphone to reconnect, reflect and share what has gone down this summer, the painful lessons learned and share what this next chapter of the podcast is all about. No guest. No script. Just an honest conversation to welcome everyone back and set the tone for what's to come.

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we are honored to be joined by the Director of the internationally syndicated sports program, “The Dan Patrick Show” Mr. Mario Miranda!!!! We cover many topics across the board from his early days of being an unpaid intern to being the man in charge. We also cover the controversial topic about who is on his Mount Rushmore of Puerto Rican musicians.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I talk about the experience in watching the cinematic ending to the Artemis II mission. I also talk about keeping the good news train going strong.