Mauricio Mejia LIVE
Mauricio Mejia LIVE
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Armando Tam is a businessman, chef, and author of Chinese Nicaraguan descent — Executive Director of AVANCE Sports, founder of food tech platform Comidazo. In this episode we dig into what it really takes to build in the food industry without a traditional brick and mortar, why ghost kitchens are leveling the playing field and how culture and storytelling are the secret ingredients behind every great food business. Also...
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In this episode, I sit down with Fontine Da Luz, a 22 year old San Francisco native, real estate agent, and entrepreneur who went from running with the wrong crowd as a teenager to building a real estate business. She breaks down the new real estate playbook, why the current market is actually full of opportunity for the right buyers, and how AI is completely changing the way she operates and scales.
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Faatimah sits down with Mauricio to tell the full story. She opens up about growing up in Oakland, finding basketball at Dimond Park and never letting it go, transferring schools multiple times in search of the right fit, and the moment she went from averaging three points a game in college to dropping 30 a night as a pro. She breaks down what it really means to represent a country on the international stage, what it was like compe...
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June 26, 2026 • 52 mins
In this episode I sit down with Earl for a conversation that takes you deep inside a world most people only dream about. He shares what it was really working at Motown, the legends he crossed paths with including Diana Ross, Rick James, Gladys Knight, and Michael Jackson. He also opens up about why he finally sat down to write the book, the grandmother that inspired him, and the new chapter he's now focused on. A conversation full ...
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June 3, 2026 • 52 mins
In this episode I sit down with David Simmons to break down California's housing crisis and the two little-known legislative bills — AB 1033 and SB 9 — that are quietly reshaping what homeowners and developers can build, sell, and cash out on.
We unpack how ADUs are being converted into condos, how homeowners are pulling out six figures without touching their primary residence, and why San Jose became the f...
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In this episode of Mauricio Mejia Live, I sit down with Mike Servin for one of the most raw and spiritually charged conversations the show has ever had. Mike opens up about growing up in the Central Valley, how movies, music, and pop culture glamorized a life of destruction and pulled an entire generation off course, and the dark path that followed. He shares the moment he hit a wall he couldn't fight his way through, how he finall...
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September 12, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode, Sandra Zamora shares her incredible transformation from weighing over 200 pounds to stepping on stage as a competitive figure athlete in her 40s. After a serious injury and a turning point in life, she made the decision to rebuild herself from the inside out.
We talk about the mindset behind real change, the discipline it takes to compete, and what it means to chase something big, especially later in life.
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August 13, 2025 • 67 mins
In this episode, Chef Mama Rocs shares her story of resilience, starting with how she found her calling in the kitchen and how that passion helped her survive some of life’s darkest moments. Mama Rocs keeps it honest about what it really takes to keep going when everything feels like it’s falling apart.
We talk about food, faith, grief, strength, and why she's still standing with a voice and story the world needs to he...
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August 5, 2025 • 69 mins
In this episode, Rachel Regal opens up about her journey with alopecia. How it changed her life, challenged her identity, and ultimately helped her find her voice. When her children were also diagnosed, the mission became bigger. Now, Rachel is stepping into advocacy, using her story to empower others navigating their own hair loss and confidence battles.
She talks about the moment she took back her power, what keeps her grounded ...
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In this episode, Franco Perez shares how he’s shaking up the real estate game by making homeownership accessible for working-class families. After growing up in a household where money was always tight, Franco saw firsthand how broken the system was and decided to do something about it. Now, he’s on a mission to change the perception of mobile homes and build a path to ownership for those who’ve been shut out.
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June 4, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode, author Machiel Hoek shares why he walked away from the life he had built—leaving behind business, comfort, and familiarity to search for something deeper. From crossing countries to confronting his own fears, Machiel opens up about surrendering to uncertainty, reconnecting with purpose, and discovering what really matters.
Machiel's Links:
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May 24, 2025 • 66 mins
In this episode, DJ Tony O shares what it really takes to survive (and thrive) in the nightlife and entertainment industry for over three decades. From passing out flyers on the street to producing iconic events across the Bay Area and building real estate in El Salvador, Tony opens up about the hustle, the setbacks, and the moves that kept him in the game. Whether you're in events, music, or just trying to build something of your ...
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May 17, 2025 • 68 mins
In this episode, Carlos Quezada returns one year later to dive into the real impact of AI, algorithms, future tech and how it’s quietly reshaping our lives, work, and attention. But that’s just one part of his story. Carlos also opens up about his incredible 90-pound weight loss journey, how hitting a health wake-up call changed everything, and why mindset is the foundation for any kind of transformation.
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April 29, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode, Randy Musterer aka "Sushi Randy" shares his incredible journey from cancer researcher to building a thriving sushi empire in the heart of Silicon Valley. What started as underground sushi nights in his living room turned into Sushi Confidential, now a multi-location brand. From risking it all to trusting the process, Randy breaks down what it really takes to turn passion into purpose. If you're thinking about betti...
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April 12, 2025 • 64 mins
In this episode, Nancy Rosales shares how she's built her thriving businesses. From her early days in TV editing to creating platforms that empower women entrepreneurs, Nancy breaks down the power of staying focused, unlearning generational limits, and betting fully on yourself. If you’re building something bigger than yourself, this conversation is for you.
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March 28, 2025 • 72 mins
In this episode, Luis "Vex One" Rosas shares how his lifelong obsession with creativity took him from spinning backyard parties to working with artists, pro sports teams, and building a career behind the lens. After 28 years as a DJ, he picked up a camera—and everything changed. From hip hop roots to high-level photography, this is a story about passion, reinvention, and persistence.
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March 16, 2025 • 69 mins
In this episode, Brandon Quintanilla (BQ) shares how he turned his passion into a thriving business, building Culture Night Market and a full-scale creative agency from the ground up. From navigating setbacks to creating opportunities in the middle of 2020, BQ breaks down the hustle, sacrifices, and mindset that made it all possible. If you're ready to take your business or brand to the next level, this conversation is for you.
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March 11, 2025 • 70 mins
In this episode, Ricky Cucalon shares the story of taking a $20K gamble on Bitcoin and turned it into half a million dollars. From selling his car to invest, to the highs and lows of the crypto world, Ricky breaks down the risks, rewards, and hard lessons learned along the way.
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https://link.me/ricky_cucalon
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September 12, 2024 • 49 mins
In this episode I interview Caleb Orozco to discuss his journey from amateur boxing to personal development and eventually opening his business, The Last Round Tavern in San Jose. Caleb talks about his family's influence, his educational background in city planning, and the lessons he's learned from boxing and personal development programs like '75 Hard.' We also delve into his new role in revitalizing the East Village district in ...
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September 9, 2024 • 65 mins
I sit down with the incredibly talented artist and entrepreneur, Sonya Paz. We explore her roots in the Bay Area, delve into what ignited her passion for art, and discuss her journey through selling cars, cake decorating, and ultimately, painting. Sonya opens up about her family's influence, particularly her father's musical gatherings and her mother's unwavering support. We also touch on her vibrant and expressive artworks, the in...
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