In this special return episode, Violeta Galagarza—the founder of KR3TS (Keep Rising To The Top)—joins Sean Martin once again, not just as the podcast’s very first guest, but now as a partner and soul-sister in purpose. As KR3TS celebrates its 35th anniversary, this episode unpacks the real story behind the legacy, the hustle, the breakthroughs, and the new chapter: finally finding a home after 35 years.
What’s inside this episode:
- How a social media post sparked a life-changing partnership
- Violeta’s rise from abuse, abandonment, and teen motherhood
- How she built KR3TS from scratch while raising 3 boys—including In the Heights star Noah
- Why dance saved lives—physically, emotionally, and spiritually
- The behind-the-scenes battle to secure a dance space for the next generation
- Their plans to turn the new KR3TS space into a true East Harlem community center
- The truth about running a nonprofit in the inner city
- And what’s next for Violeta, KR3TS, and the mission to raise future legends
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🎉 KR3TS 35th Anniversary: "THE JOURNEY"
🗓 April 25–26, 2025
📍 Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture, Bronx, NY
🎭 Friday: Performance Night (feat. Ruperto Vanderpool)
🥂 Saturday: VIP Gala + Performance + Afterparty (feat. Kurtis Blow, D-STROY & more)
🎟 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kr3ts-35th-anniversary-show-the-journey-tickets-1268232811479
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🔗 Connect with our guest, Violeta Galagarza!
Instagram: @violeta_kr3ts | KR3TS Dance Company
Website: https://www.kr3ts.com
🔔 Follow us on Instagram!
🕶️ Podcast: @REALMentorsPodcast
🎙️ Host: @SeanMartinMotiv8 | @theseanmartin
⭐️ About the REAL Mentors Podcast
The REAL Mentors Podcast is all about bringing authentic stories, inspiring messages, and valuable lessons straight to you. Our mission is simple: alter lives with real examples and provide actionable advice to empower the next generation of leaders, creators, and visionaries. If you’re looking for real-talk and real impact, this is the place for you.
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Keywords and tags:
KR3TS, Violeta Galagarza, dance mentorship, youth empowerment, nonprofit leadership, East Harlem, Bronx, 35th anniversary, real stories, community impact, healing through dance, Sean Martin, REAL Mentors Podcast, In the Heights, Noah, cultural legacy, inner city changemakers
#KR3TS35 #VioletaGalagarza #DanceForChange #REALMentorsPodcast #YouthEmpowerment #EastHarlemStories #CommunityLeadership #TheJourney #LegacyMakers #FromPainToPurpose #SeeYouAtTheTop
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