Have a Cup of Johanny
Where every "oops" is a gateway to "aha!" Join Johanny Ortega, the dynamic host of this one-woman show, as she takes you on a journey through the transformative power of self-reflection and learning from mistakes. In Have a Cup of Johanny Podcast, Johanny shares her personal experiences, from embarrassing moments to life-altering missteps, and shows you how to pivot and thrive through adversity. Each episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips for self-improvement and personal growth that you can apply in all aspects of your life. Whether you're looking to boost your resilience, enhance your communication skills, or simply find inspiration, this podcast is your go-to source for motivation and empowerment. Don't miss out on these inspiring and actionable episodes to help you turn every setback into a stepping stone to success!
Episodes
Immigration detention is supposed to be civil not punishment.
But across the U.S., immigrants are being held in jail-like conditions under a patchwork of outdated and inconsistent standards, many without ever being charged with a crime.
In this episode, Joa pulls back the curtain on a system designed to look like bureaucracy but feel like incarceration. We explore how ICE contracts with private prisons and local jails,...
The phrase "anchor baby" slices through political discourse with cruel efficiency. You've heard it—perhaps on news channels, debate stages, or even from the mouths of those who share our heritage. It transforms a newborn child into a tactic, a weapon, a calculated move in some imagined immigration chess game.
But what if everything you've been told about birthright citizenship is fundament...
"They knew what they were doing" - five words that cloak inhumanity in the disguise of justice. Every time I hear this phrase used to dismiss the suffering of immigrants caught in our broken system, something inside me recoils. Not just because it's callous, but because it's incomplete.
Today's episode cuts through the rhetoric to expose one of the most persistent and harmful myths ab...
The smoke is already in your lungs, even if your house isn't on fire yet. This powerful metaphor frames our deep dive into disassociation—that subtle, pervasive mindset that whispers "if it's not happening to me, I don't care." While our brains naturally create psychological distance from suffering as a protective mechanism, this episode challenges us to recognize how this distancing doesn&apo...
The words we speak reveal the fears we carry. When fellow Latinos say "I did it the legal way" or "they're not like us," what's really happening beneath these statements? This raw, unflinching exploration of internalized anti-immigrant attitudes within Latino communities pulls back the curtain on our community's most uncomfortable truth: sometimes we become the very border patrol we ...
Words have the power to reshape how we see each other. They can strip away humanity or restore it, depending on how we wield them. This raw, urgent episode dives deep into how language becomes the first battleground where human dignity is won or lost.
When certain words keep appearing—invasion, flood, illegals, infestation—they aren't random choices. They're calculated terms designed to frame people...
Have you ever felt that sinking feeling of anxiety when things aren't going as planned? That's exactly what happened to me at Latina Fest, standing at my author table watching people walk by without glancing at my books. My stomach tightened as those insidious thoughts crept in: "Maybe I won't sell anything today. This was a waste of time."
But then something magical happened – a micr...
The journey of radical self-acceptance often begins in the most unexpected ways. For me, it started with a grandmother's stern warning: "You'll get a hump if you keep walking with your head down." What began as fear—fear of adding a hunchback to my already-different appearance with a lazy eye—eventually transformed into something powerful and profound.
Growing up with a visible difference ...
Raw, tender, and profoundly honest—this episode peels back the layers of maternal relationships that shape not just our lives, but the stories we tell.
"I was raised by women who loved me and hurt me, and that's who I wrote." With these words, I invite you into the emotional core of "The Ordinary Bruja," revealing how Josefina and Mama Belén emerged from my own experiences with the c...
A thoughtless comment about Dominican identity became the catalyst for an unexpected journey into memory, heritage, and the stories we choose to forget. What began as a simple observation about how Dominicans often embrace their Spanish roots while minimizing African and Taíno influences sparked a firestorm of criticism that changed everything about my writing and my understanding of cultural identity.
The ba...
Magic doesn't always arrive with a flash and fanfare. Sometimes it emerges quietly from our darkest moments, when we're hiding from the world and even from ourselves.
During the silence of pandemic lockdown, when the world outside my window fell eerily still, I found myself drawn to create something that could bridge the isolation. That's when Marisol—a curvilicious Latina bruja reluctant to le...
Have you been pouring from an empty cup? This raw, unfiltered conversation dives deep into what it truly means to find your way back to yourself—and it's not the Instagram-worthy journey you might expect.
Forget the sage-burning rituals and silk robes. Real self-reclamation happens on bathroom floors at midnight when no one's watching. It's about finally hearing that whisper inside that's ...
When life throws us into chaos through major transitions, how do we find our way back to ourselves? That's the question at the heart of this deeply personal episode where I open up about my recent experiences navigating multiple upheavals - moving from Kentucky to San Antonio and then immediately jumping into a temporary duty assignment.
Through this whirlwind of change, I discovered something profound a...
The military lifestyle demands a unique type of resilience—one that allows you to pack up your life, say painful goodbyes, and rebuild your sense of self in a new location repeatedly. After a prolonged absence from the podcast, I'm finally ready to share what happened during my latest PCS (Permanent Change of Station) from Kentucky to Texas.
What should have been a familiar process quickly spiraled into ...
What happens when a single comment online unravels years of deeply rooted beliefs about cultural identity? Join me as I share a personal story of navigating the complex tapestry of Dominican heritage, where African, Spanish, and Taino strands are woven together. This episode takes you through a candid reflection on why Dominicans, influenced by figures like Trujillo, often fiercely protect their Spanish roots while gr...
This podcast delves into the concept of habit stacking, illustrating how attaching new habits to established routines can lead to lasting change. Listeners are guided through practical tips and personal anecdotes, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and personalization in habit formation.
• Introduction to the concept of habit stacking
• Explanation of why habit stacking is effective
• Real-li...
This episode explores the vital lesson of letting go as a tool for personal growth and self-care, particularly during chaotic periods in life. It discusses the importance of recognizing limits, reframing the concept of breaks, utilizing backup plans, and communicating needs, ultimately advocating for a kinder approach to discipline that fosters creativity and resilience.
• Discusses the importance of letting ...
Let's embark on season five of "Have a Cup of Johanny," inviting you to explore the chaotic yet rewarding journey of moving to San Antonio. Through personal stories and reflections, we dive into the theme of growth amidst life's unpredictabilities. This episode promises to equip you with practical, backup habits for your high-value or nonnegotiable habits that help maintain balance and consistency ...
What if the secret to personal growth isn't about waiting for a lightning bolt of motivation? Join us as we explore the profound difference between motivation and discipline in this eye-opening episode. We share our own struggles with maintaining simple habits, like staying hydrated or braving the cold for gym sessions, and reveal how discipline, much like training a muscle, can become a powerful autopilot for yo...
Ever thought about why your New Year's resolutions don't stick, while others seem to thrive with theirs? Today's episode of "Have a Cup of Johanny" invites you to explore the concept of new beginnings and what truly fuels lasting change. As we kick off 2025, I, Joa, your host and fellow overthinker, reflect on my own journey of growth, revealing that it’s less about when you start and more abo...
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