Welcome to the Carmen Santiago podcast, where amazing things happen.
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On Reviewtiful, Chris and Sheen take the best and worst reviews in weird categories and review them — because somebody has to keep the critics in line. With more criticism. To suggest episodes, or talk with us about your favourite reviews/movies/anything, follow us on Twitter, @reviewtiful. Facebook.com/reviewtiful IG: @reviewtiful
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Isaias Gabriel, a missionary in the Dominican Republic, pastor, and lead member of the rap group Cristo Urbano, interviews pastors, missionaries, athletes, and friends from the music world to share how they are making a difference!
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Welcome to Unspoken: Conversations with Candace Where we talk openly about “taboo” topics in order to spark difficult and uncomfortable conversations. Where we allow a safe place for anyone who has had trauma to be heard. Unspoken Conversations with Candace is about speaking your truth by using your voice because you matter. Each episode will feature a guest who will talk candidly about their personal journey that will give you the feeling of HOPE that no matter what you are going through, n ...
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Aria Code is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on some of the most famous arias in opera history, with insight from the biggest voices of our time, including Roberto Alagna, Diana Damrau, Sondra Radvanovsky, and many others. Hosted by Grammy Award-winner and MacArthur “Genius” Fellow Rhiannon Giddens, Aria Code is produced in partnership with The Metropolitan Opera. Each episode dives into one aria — a feature for a single singer — and explores how and why these brief musical moments hav ...
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S4 E4: Journeying Through Trauma and Healing with Cassandra and Sage
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Candace invites guests Cassandra Wind and her daughter, Sage, to explore their profound journey through trauma, healing, and growth in this touching episode. From shared experiences of abuse and violence to the powerful transformations facilitated through healing practices, this conversation is a testament to resilience and the unbreakable bond bet…
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S4 E5: From Trauma to Triumph: Amy's Path Through Grief and Energy Healing
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Amy Pierquet shares her healing and transformation journey with Candace Sanchez in this emotionally moving episode. She opens up about the loss of her parents, detailing the heart-wrenching experience of her mother’s battle with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the executor of her parents' estate, Amy shares practical advice on documenting…
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S4 E3: Transforming Pain into Empowerment with Melissa Davis
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in this episode, join Candace and her guest Melissa, as they delve into a poignant exploration of overcoming adversity, recognizing self-worth, and the journey toward healing. This episode uncovers the complexities of Melissa’s tumultuous seven-year marriage, her brave choice to leave for her and her children's well-being, and the subsequent exploi…
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S4 E2: Healing and Overcoming Trauma with Kelly Scroggins-Powell
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In this poignant episode, Candace and her guest, Kelley, bravely open up about their experiences of abuse and the journey towards healing. Both women share their stories of resilience and hope, emphasizing the importance of speaking out and finding a supportive community. Kelley candidly recounts her childhood experiences, from facing abuse to her …
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S4 E1: Healing, Hope and Hardships with Carmen Santiago-Keenon
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Healing, Hope and Hardships with Carmen Santiago-Keenon In this heartfelt episode, Candace and her inspirational guest, Carmen Santiago-Keenon, reflect on their healing journeys, sharing personal struggles and triumphs. They both express immense gratitude for family, faith, and their supportive communities. Carmen candidly discusses the challenges …
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Love and Other Drugs: Gounod's Roméo et Juliette
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Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is the most famous love story in the Western canon. It’s a tale so embedded in our culture — one that has seen so many iterations and retellings — it might feel hard to appreciate its original pathos, and the way it perfectly distills the intersections of young romance, idealism, and rebellion. In this episode, host…
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You Don't Own Me: The Myth and Magic of Bizet's Carmen
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Carmen is maybe the most famous heroine in all of opera. She’s a woman of Romani descent living in 19th century Spain, sensual and self-confident, aware of the power she wields over men — and she enjoys it. In her signature aria, popularly known as the “Habanera,” she describes herself as a bird who can’t be captured. True to her own word, Carmen —…
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Revisiting Mozart’s Queen of the Night: Outrage Out of This World
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When the Voyager spacecraft set off to explore the galaxy in 1977, it carried a recording to represent the best of humanity. The “Golden Record” featured everyone from Bach to Chuck Berry, but there was only one opera aria: the rage-fest and coloratura masterpiece from Mozart’s “The Magic Flute.” As Kathryn Lewek reprises her role as Queen of the N…
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Love Takes Flight: Catán's Florencia en el Amazonas
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It’s the early 1900s, and the steamship El Dorado makes its way along the Amazon River towards Manaus, a city in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest. Onboard is the world-famous opera singer Florencia Grimaldi. She’s got a gig at the opera house in Manaus, but that’s just a cover. She’s actually hoping for a reunion with her long-lost love, the b…
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S3 E11: The Transformation From Trauma to Triumph with Scott Kinderman
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In this powerful episode, Scott Kinderman shares his inspirational journey from trauma to transformation. Listen in as Scott, a relentless advocate for survivors, discusses his collaboration with BeLEAF Survivors and NAMI, and his recent honor at the EndCAN “Walk Together” event. Candace delves into her personal experience as a survivor and the inc…
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Davis’s X: The Life and Legacy of Malcolm X
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Malcolm X led many lives within his 39 years: as a bereaved but precocious child; as an imprisoned convict; as a firebrand spokesperson for the Nation of Islam and Black nationalism; and ultimately as one of the most pivotal figures of the Civil Rights movement. Today, he continues to inspire passion and controversy, his legacy as nuanced as the ma…
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Revisiting Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice: Don’t Look Back in Ardor
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If a loved one were to die, how far would you be willing to go to bring them back? Orpheus, the ancient Greek musician, goes to hell and back to have the love of his life, Eurydice, by his side again. The gods cut a deal with Orpheus: he can bring his love back from hell, but all throughout the journey, she has to follow behind him and he is not al…
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Good Things Come to Those Who Weep: Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’Amore
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“L’Elisir d’Amore” — “The Elixir of Love” — is what’s known as an opera buffa, or comic opera. That means that we’re in for a happy ending. But Donizetti knows that the payoff is only earned through the suffering of his protagonists. In one pivotal moment, our hero Nemorino glimpses his beloved shedding a single tear — and he concludes (crazily, bu…
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Death, Faith, and Redemption: Heggie’s Dead Man Walking
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What does redemption mean to a man sentenced to death? Is capital punishment justice or vengeance? Could anyone ever forgive a murderer? These are just some of the questions behind the true story of the nun who became a spiritual adviser to men on death row at the Louisiana State Penitentiary. Dead Man Walking was first a 1993 memoir by the Catholi…
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At last! After much anticipation, Aria Code returns! We’re guiding listeners through highlights from the Metropolitan Opera’s 2023-2024 season, pairing beloved classics with investigations into modern masterpieces. So get ready for a night at the opera — from the comfort of your own home. (Or wherever!) Arias from the likes of Jake Heggie’s Dead Ma…
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S3 E7: Breaking Through Shame to Find Freedom with Shawn Hittman
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Can speaking your truth save your life? Candace Sanchez and Neil Parekh are joined by special guest Shawn Hittman. Shawn, a finance professional who is a survivor and thriver, shares his courageous journey of healing. Through heartfelt anecdotes, Shawn paints a vivid picture of his childhood innocence and the impact of abuse that unfolded. Discover…
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S3 E6: The Impact of Grooming and Psychological Control with Mike Koplinka-Loehr
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How can we break the cycle of sexual abuse in the church and create a safe environment for children to worship and grow without fear of being victimized? Candace is joined by co-host Neil and guest speaker Mike Koplinka-Loehr to shed light on the challenges faced by male survivors of sexual abuse in the church. Mike, who is starting the Healing Res…
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S3 E5: Intergenerational Trauma and the Path to Healing with James Turner
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In this heartwarming and empowering episode, Candace and Neil welcome James Turner, a retired library assistant and poet. James brings us his journey of resilience and recovery from childhood trauma. James sheds light on his story's turning point, where he was able to recognize the source of his suffering and shares his experience of attending moME…
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S3 E4: Breaking the Silence: A Candid Conversation about Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse With Callen Harty
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In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, Candace and Co-host Neil Parekh talk with Callen Harty who shares his emotional journey as a survivor of child sex abuse. Callen discusses his upbringing in a small town in Wisconsin and the traumatic experiences he had with his older brother from the age of 10 to 18. He reveals the impact that the abu…
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S3 E3: Using Trauma for Good with Nathan Spiteri
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Male survivors of sexual abuse is a topic that is surrounded by stigma, shame, and misunderstanding, making it extremely difficult for survivors to speak out and receive the support they need. We're proud to feature Nathan Spiteri on this month's episode, as he shares his powerful story and advocates for change. Nathan Spiteri, is a filmmaker, acto…
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S3 E2: From Abuse to Advocacy with Kenneth Rogers, Jr.
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From Abuse to Advocacy with Kenneth Rogers, Jr. Are you ready to take a deep dive into one of the most powerful stories of resilience and advocacy? Join us for an inspiring episode with Kenneth Rogers, Jr., a male survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Kenny endured years of abuse, depression, and isolation before he was able to begin his journey of h…
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S3 E1: Sharing Stories to Heal: A Season of Male Survivors - Neil Parekh
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Sharing Stories to Heal: A Season of Male Survivors Welcome to Season 3, which is dedicated to male survivors and giving male survivors a place for healing, support, and resources. In this episode, Candace speaks with Neil Parekh, a marketing and communications professional who is gifted at sharing the power of story. Listen in as Neil tells his ow…
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S3 E0: Breaking The Cycle with Scott and Scarlette Kinderman
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In this episode, Candace talks to father and daughter duo, Scott and Scarlette Kinderman. Scott is the current Director of Business Intelligence and a volunteer that advocates for sexual assault at BeLEAF Survivors, Inc. While Scarlette is the upcoming Regional Community Partnerships Coordinator for Racine and Kenosha with Planned Parenthood of Wis…
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S2 E14: Strength Through Adversity with Araceli Esparza
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S2 E14: Strength Through Adversity with Araceli Esparza In this episode, Candace talks to Araceli Esparza, an entrepreneur and business consultant who helps others build their social capital for justice. She is the founder of Midwest Mujeres Collective. She helps other women grow their income and confidence. She got the inspiration to start her own…
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S2 E13: A Journey of Healing with Megan Schwan
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Candace is joined by Megan Schwan, who shares her story about having an abusive partner. She shares the turmoil and trauma she experienced on her journey, as well as how she dealt with it and began to heal. Megan offers advice for others who maybe in a similar situation, sharing how important it is to reach out for help and begin the process of reb…
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S2 E12: TeamTeal365 Thriving 365 Days a Year with Samantha Collier
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Surviving to Thriving Candace is joined by Samantha Collier on this episode of the show. They talk about trauma and how it affects women who have survived sexual abuse. Candace shares her own story of trauma and how she was able to transition from surviving to thriving. Samantha provides helpful tips for other women who are dealing with trauma, inc…
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S2 E11: Facing Our Fears to Become the Light with Susan
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On this episode of Unspoken Conversations, Candace is joined by Susan Welton. They discuss childhood trauma and how it can shape our lives as we grow older. Susan mentions that it's important to face our fears in order to truly overcome them. She believes that we must encounter the darkness in order to become the light. This is an empowering messag…
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S2 E10: Surviving and Thriving Despite the Odds with "Chica"
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Surviving and Thriving Despite the Odds Childhood trauma can have a profound impact on a person's life, influencing everything from their future relationships to their career choices. However, it is important to remember that just because someone has experienced trauma does not mean that they are doomed to a life of struggle. In fact, many people w…
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S2 E9: Gratitude and Acceptance with Jon Legue
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In this episode Candace interviews John, who shares his story of trauma and addiction. As a child, John faced some difficult challenges that left him feeling lost and alone. However, he eventually found his way out of the darkness and into sobriety. Today, John is grateful for his past experiences, as they have made him the strong and resilient per…
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S2 E8: Pursuing Passion and Purpose with Matthew James Gutierrez
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Matthew James Gutierrez is the author of a bilingual poetry book entitled Notes I Wrote Along The Way. He obtained a Bachelor’s in Science and a Master’s in Educational Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). As an undergraduate, he studied creative writing, focusing on fiction and poetry, and took courses on screenplay and tel…
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S2 E7: Decision Permission with Kristy Jean
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Decision Permission with Kristy Jean Kristy is a mom, educational leader, speaker, and author. She is a self-proclaimed optimist/ realist ball of energy whose mission is to help us all live our best, most authentic lives. She holds a Master of Science in Educational Administration as well as Principal and Director of Instruction licensures. She val…
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S2 E6: A Word, After A Word, After A Word is Power with Kat Klawes
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Kat Klawes is an educator, advocate and an activist. She serves on the state of Wisconsin Recovery Implementation Task Force as Sexual Assault Victim Advocate and runs a small advocacy organization named The College Campus Oversight Advocates. In this episode, Kat shares her story and finds the power in it to overcome the stigma of sexual assault. …
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S2 E5: The Power of Resiliency with Shanon Boos
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Shanon’s middle name is resilience. From high school dropout to 6 figure earner and national achiever, she grew up through family dysfunction including multiple divorces. Alienation from her biological father, poverty, molestation, and teen pregnancy. A high school dropout faced with unwanted pregnancy her hard knocks weren’t over yet. She then wen…
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S2 E4: Motivation Plus Discipline Equals Habit with Luis Vazquez
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Luis Vazquez was born and raised in Wisconsin. He moved to Indiana in 2010 and has a rare disorder called CVS. He has overcome mental barriers and is an aspiring CEO, author, speaker, and a mentor. He has big dreams, he’s young, he’s got fire inside of him and he’s going to accomplish his dreams. He’s 22 and he’s a rising star. In this episode, Lui…
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S2 E3: What's Not Revealed; Cannot Be Healed with Marie Ruiz
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Marie Ruiz was born and raised in Racine, Wisconsin. She is a mother of seven children with a beautiful blended family. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater where she received her Bachelor’s Degree of Early Childhood Education and Special Education. She is now working at Planned Parenthood. In this episode, Marie joins us to talk abo…
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S2 E2: Restoring and Supporting Women with Krista Hull
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Krista Hull is the Founder and Executive Director for the Redeem and Restore Center. Its mission is coming alongside women escaping sex trafficking and helps them build a foundation of healing. Krista is inspired by the courage and resiliency of women survivors and believes that with God’s help, we can restore women to a life of freedom filled with…
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P.S. I Love You: Renée Fleming Sings Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin
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Saying “I love you” for the first time takes courage, especially when you don’t know the response you'll get. But being open with your emotions and putting yourself out there can change you in unexpected ways. In Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin, it’s the 16-year-old Tatyana who pins her heart on her sleeve. Young and naive, but also fierce…
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To Be Or Not To Be: Dean's Hamlet
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“To be or not to be, that is the question.” It’s hard to think of a more famous line from a more famous play. In this iconic speech from Shakespeare’s Hamlet, the troubled Danish prince asks whether this whole life thing is even worth it. But “to be or not to be'' is not the only question we’re asking this week. When everyone knows this line so wel…
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S2 E1: Confessions for Transformation with Stephanie
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Unspoken: Conversations with Candace Season 2: Episode 1: Confessions for Transformation with Stephanie Stephanie was born and raised in Racine, Wisconsin, and then moved to Rockford, Illinois to live with her mom. In August 2020 she made another decision to relocate. She felt that her home was really in Las Vegas. Stephanie currently works in heal…
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