Alexandra & Friends Podcast

Alexandra & Friends Podcast

All things concerning life, love, health and wealth. Learn life’s little lessons from industry leaders, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and non-profit success stories.

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December 22, 2025 65 mins

Join Alexandra and Roland as they look back on the turning points, standout conversations, and unexpected lessons that shaped the year. From headline news to personal milestones, they unpack what mattered most, reflect on how perspectives shifted, and set the tone for what comes next. Honest, unfiltered, and straight from the heart—this is the year in review you won’t want to miss.

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Join us as we welcome Dianne Jones, Atty, Judge of County Court at Law #4 in Dallas County, to the mic! She’ll be unpacking real-world leadership in the courtroom, navigating change in public service, and how you can apply those lessons to lead with integrity and impact. Tune in — you won’t want to miss it!

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Steve Hopwood Founder & CEO, Corsair Tactical Solutions | Founding Partner, The Alliance Training Network NRA Certified Instructor | USCCA Instructor | Texas LTC Instructor | Texas Security Instructor Steve is a U.S. Navy military veteran with multi-theater experience and a battle-tested mindset that translates seamlessly into the civilian security and firearms training world. With a sharp focus on readiness, accountability, a...
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Meet Gus Cabarcas, U.S. Army veteran and North Texas Regional Coordinator at Combined Arms. With over 20 years in the NYPD, he brings powerful lessons on leadership, service, and resilience.  Tune in to hear his inspiring journey and how he continues to serve his community today!

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Maureen Jirikowic's journey is one of resilience and transformation. After being a single mom for a decade, Maureen met Peter, the love of her life. Together, they faced the challenges of his terminal cancer diagnosis in 2021, with Maureen by his side every step of the way. After his passing in 2023, Maureen found a new calling as a transformational coach for women. Through her expertise in color analysis, wardrobe coaching, skinca...

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My name is Nanci DuPlant, and I’m a certified hypnotherapist. Chances are, if you’re visiting my website, you might have some habits you’d like to change or maybe you’re simply curious about what hypnosis is. Either way, you’ve landed in the right spot. My website strives to help others understand what hypnosis is and what it accomplishes, since this term can hold some misconceptions. I hope you find this information helpful, and p...
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Jeff Vance Jeff Vance was introduced to the Pocket in the early 1980s when he worked on an independently produced play that performed on the late-night stage, “When You Comin Back Red Ryder.” The title role was played by Tracey Letts, who would go on to win a Tony Award for Best Actor, and the Pulitzer Prize as a playwright. In 1985, Jeff worked on his first Pocket show as propmaster for “Ebenezer Scrooge.” After working on a ...
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Jonathan is a dedicated financial advisor with a deep passion for helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals. Growing up in Dallas with Colombian roots, he was raised in a culturally rich and bilingual household, which has shaped his approach to client relationships. Jonathan attended the University of Arkansas, where he honed his financial knowledge and skills, preparing him for a successful career in wealth m...
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Kim Pollock McGrath is a lifelong Kansas resident who claims Texas as her second home. During her 29 incredible years as a first grade teacher, she took every opportunity to make her classroom fun and interactive by incorporating her own jingles, songs, and stories into her lessons. Family, friends, and her two dogs take priority, but when she has free time she loves to free her soul spending time out in nature exploring, hiking, r...

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Hester J. Moore is a student leader and activist dedicated to giving marginalized students a platform to be heard. As the founder of Hebron High School’s Black Student Union, she advocates for equity, representation, and safe spaces for Black students. Through open dialogue and community-building, Hester empowers her peers to speak up, stand strong, and push for meaningful change.

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Rodrigo Morales is the co-founder and head baker at Croix Bakehouse in Frisco, Texas. His journey into baking began over seven years ago in his own kitchen, driven by a deep curiosity about the science of natural fermentation. After studying Culinary Arts in Peru, he completed an internship at a 3 star Michelin restaurant in Barcelona, experience that sparked his passion for bread and led him to dive deep into sourdough, fermentati...

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Together, Annette and Anita both have Master’s Degrees in Counseling and have over 50 years experience in the mental health, educational fields and beyond. Serving in public schools, private practice, career and college counseling, residential treatment centers, juvenile justice systems, homeless, drug and alcohol counseling, inpatient and outpatient, certified in Y12SR, 200 hr. Yoga and mindfulness. The desire to have fun creating...
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Meet Victor Vonico Johnson, a dynamic and award-winning speaker, youth advocate, business coach, real estate entrepreneur, and published author from the Dallas-Fort Worth area! He is a TEDx speaker, an Award-Winning Toastmasters expert, and Treasurer of the global men’s mentor group, King’s Accountability Group, Inc., along with serving on several nonprofit boards. Victor is a powerhouse of inspiration, blending his leadership, ...
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Sanjay Narayan is a dedicated attorney based in Dallas, Texas. A proud native of Plano, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics and Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Duke University. He then obtained his law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he also obtained a Certificate in Business Economics and Public Policy from the Wharton School of Business. Sanjay has a strong record of political...
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Dorothy Silva comes from a rich Jewish heritage, and her journey with God began at just 2 years old, when she had a divine encounter that she obeyed—long before she knew it was the voice of God. It wasn’t until the age of 5, when she first heard Psalm 23, that the Bible was introduced into her life, igniting a lifelong passion for His Word. In June of 1973, Dorothy stepped into the throne room of grace and mercy, boldly declarin...
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Kellye Kamp, Founder and Owner of SourceKamp, is a seasoned entrepreneur who consults businesses and organizations on creating extraordinary experiences for their client base. With a diverse background spanning advertising, hospitality, construction, design, manufacturing, retail and consulting, Ms. Kamp leverages her extensive experience to offer insightful guidance to businesses and individuals, emphasizing human-centered experi...
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Sheena has been advocating for a safe border legislatively on the state level as well as Federally in Congress. She’s a well of information on the subject and has first hand information on what’s happening there. Sheena Rodriguez is a wife, former educator, and current homeschooling mother who began her activism in the pro-life movement. She served several years as a volunteer counselor at a local crisis pregnancy center. Since 202...

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Semiyaes Gatlin Hello, my name is Semiyaes Gatlin. I'm from Las Vegas, Nevada, and currently a junior at Paul Quinn College, majoring in business. My goal is to become an entrepreneur. In the near future, I plan to earn a certificate in barbering and combine it with my business degree to open my own barbershop and clothing store. In addition to that, I am a content creator with my own YouTube channel, where I share vlogs, h...
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After 18 years of marriage, Ken Jenkins—also known as "Ken J"—lost his wife, and he turned to writing as a way to cope with his grief. Inspired by Kevin LeVar's song A Heart that Forgives, a powerful anthem urging people to embrace forgiveness as part of God's calling, Ken J wrote the screenplay for A Heart that Forgives. The film, which follows his personal journey through loss, was released in 2016 and went on to receive numerous...

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Timothy A. Isaly serves in his 8th year as the principal of the Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD’s Early College High School located on the Dallas College-Brookhaven campus. This is his 38th year in education having taught mathematics in rural, suburban, and urban districts both in the USA and internationally; served as a public high school administrator in Michigan and Texas. He earned his Bachelors of Arts degree in Economics from W...

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