Media Executive Joe Aguilar’s captivating story on breaking the cycle of generational poverty

What if breaking the cycle of poverty started with one choice — to believe in yourself?

Joe Aguilar — media executive, entrepreneur, and author — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a powerful conversation on resilience, faith, and building community through storytelling. From growing up in poverty in San Antonio to owning two newspapers and a sports talk radio show, Joe’s journey is a testament to perseverance, purpose, and deep self-awareness.

In this episode, Joe opens up about overcoming bullying, launching his own business, and the spiritual message behind his book For You, For Me, For Us. He and Yogesh also tackle the impact of social media on today’s youth, the role of faith in journalism, and how love and service can be a guiding force in both life and leadership.

✅ You'll learn:

• How Joe broke free from generational poverty
• The entrepreneurial challenges of building media from scratch
• The role of self-awareness and faith in leadership
• How his book blends spirituality with real-life lessons
• Why community-driven journalism is more important than ever
  
  
  

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude and grit can rewrite any story.
• The best journalism uplifts and unites.
• Your inner spirit is your most valuable asset, especially in hard times.
  
  

🎧 Tap play to hear how Joe turned hardship into hope — and how you can do the same in your own life and community.