More Than a Dream: Karen Pesek on Education, Advocacy, and Community Roots Karen Pesek’s story is one of resilience, determination, and service. As a Mexican immigrant, business owner, and advocate for higher education, she has built a life and career rooted in...
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Bridging Dreams and Opportunities: How Tony Aguilera and the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation Are Paving the Way for Latino Students
Bridging Dreams and Opportunities: How Tony Aguilera and the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation Are Paving the Way for Latino Students The Performance Parakone podcast recently welcomed back Tony Aguilera, the President of the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation (BSF),...
From Hollywood to Purpose: The Inspiring Journey of Randy Goodwin
From Hollywood to Purpose: The Inspiring Journey of Randy Goodwin The Look Like Somebody podcast, hosted by Ricky Simmons, launched with a powerful first episode featuring Randy J. Goodwin, a Hollywood actor, filmmaker, and Omaha native. This heartfelt conversation...
Navigating Perinatal Mental Health: Insights from Rachel Brabec
Navigating Perinatal Mental Health: Insights from Rachel Brabec The journey into motherhood is a profound and transformative experience. For many, it comes with immense joy, but it can also bring unexpected challenges, particularly when it comes to mental health. In...
Second Generation Leadership: A Conversation with Marcos Becerra
Second Generation Leadership: A Conversation with Marcos Becerra In this special episode of Performance Parakone, we turn the spotlight on co-host Marcos Becerra, a second-generation leader and a significant figure in the South Omaha community. From his heritage to...
The Power of Representation in Marketing and PR: A Conversation with Tally & Michelle
The Power of Representation in Marketing and PR: A Conversation with Tally & Michelle The Performance Parakone podcast recently hosted Tally Velasco and Michelle Vega from Lozafina Marketing, a Latina-owned public relations and marketing firm that has made...