Hanging with Los Sotelos

Hello Familia, on this 2nd episode of a 3 part series on how to make your relationship Thrive we discussed this question: how do you make difficult decisions as a couple? Janet and Edgar opened up about their decision making failures, lessons and the filter that they put important decisions through. Blessings and we hope you enjoy it.

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2024

Hello Familia, on this 1st episode of a 3 Episode series on how to make your relationship Thrive we discussed this question: What do you need to change about yourself that would help your marriage, friendship, any type of relationship Thrive. We are so quick to point out what our partners need to change but let's lead by example. Janet and Edgar opened up about what they changed in themselves that has helped their marriage be healthier and thrive. Blessings and we hope you enjoy it.

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2024

Hello Familia, on this episode we discussed our journey to our 40s. Whether you're in your 20's 30's or olde we hope that our life lessons can encourage and empower you to reach your full God given potential. Blessings and we hope you enjoy it.

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2024

Hello Familia, on this episode we asked you, what stories will your kids or people in general one day tell about you once you graduate to Heaven? This was inspired by Father's day weekend. We wish all Dads and Single Parents an amazing Father's day. Blessings and we hope you enjoy it.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2024

Hello Familia, on this episode Janet and Edgar lived apart for an entire week. Who survived best? But why? What lessons did they learn and a generational gift was unlocked. We hope you enjoy it.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2024

Hello Familia, if you’re a parent or preparing to be a parent, you definitely don’t want to miss this episode. No parent is perfect but we all strive to be the best parents for our Children. In today’s episode we invited our friend Octavio Hernandez who’s a Licensed Therapist, to speak to us more about a very unique parenting style that builds confidence in our children. It’s called Positive Parenting. Find out what it is, why you should try it and how to apply it.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2024

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2024

Hello familia, in this episode Janet and Edgar discuss what they want to release, leave behind, in order to grow and embrace new and greater Blessings. We hope that his episode encourages you to not allow Fear to block you from having Faith, because without Faith it's harder to be Blessed.

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2024

Hello familia, in this episode we discuss an awesome lesson that Alani tought us during the Holiday Season. We also shared our best Christmas and New Years memories from Mexico and here in the US. We want to thank you for all of your amazing support this year and wish you a Merry Christmas, Prospero Año Nuevo and over all a wonderful Holiday Season! Happy Birthday Jesus!

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2023

Hello familia, in this episode we discuss Generational Wealth as parents. What are you leaving as an inheritance for generations to come? But not just financial, most importantly, Spiritual and Emotional Generational Wealth which will have the highest impact in our children's life. If you're a parent or thinking of having children we hope this inspires and challenges you like it did for us.

Transcribed - Published: 15 November 2023

Hello familia, in this episode we share the Blessings that come with being intentional with the things and people that matter most in your life. We also share an amazing story that brought us full circle to where Edgar's Journey in the US began as an immigrant. The way it all ended was a beautiful way to honor his Mother who passed away and graduated to Heaven one year ago, on 10.19.2022. In Honor of Baudelia "Mamá Bella" Sotelo Montes and Antonio Sotelo. We hope this inspires you.

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2023

Hello familia, in this episode we share our experience dealing with our 6 year old daughter's issue at school. We were blindsided by this issue and thankfully we had a positive resolution. We hope this helps you as a parent incase you ever deal with issues at your children's school.

Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2023

Hello familia, this episode is focusing on the moments in your life when you're just feeling numb because storms keep hitting your life. How do you overcome so much bad news, bad breaks and keep your hope alive? We hope this episode encourages you as we dedicate it to our friends Abe and Alma Razick who are now in Heaven.

Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2023

Hello familia, this episode is especially motivating for those of you that have been feeling defeated and overwhelmed with worry. Our 6 and 4 year old daughters, Ariela & Alani taught us an amazing lesson about this as we were feeling worried about certain things in our life. Remember you're not defeated, you're just in between Blessings. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did and come out feeling full of joy and hope!

Transcribed - Published: 21 June 2023

Hello familia, this episode is full of Inspiration thanks to our friend Bonnie Bernstein the creator and host of the podcast series: She Got Game: Inspiring Women, Inspired by Sports, a 10-part Audible Originals series, that showcases the pivotal role sports has played in the lives of high-achieving women. Award-winning sports journalist and entrepreneur Bonnie Bernstein profiles celebs, industry leaders and world class athletes, who share how they've leveraged life skills mastered on the fields of play (see: teamwork, self-esteem, resilience, leadership) to achieve professional success. Trailer | Audible Series Page Also if you need help with paying for your children's sports team registration visit EveryKidSports.org for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2023

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2023

Hello familia, Edgar has been feeling discouraged lately and he finally opened up to Janet about it. We hope that this episode encourages you to open up with the people you love as Edgar and Janet share how they've found hope and encouragement during these difficult past few weeks.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2023

Hello familia, Edgar officiated his first wedding ever. His childhood friend Ryan asked him to officiate his wedding with his wonderful bride Rachel. Edgar dis well except for ONE MAJOR FAIL! You gotta listen to find out. Also, the way the night ended between Edgar and Janet will have you busting up laughing! A special THANK YOU & Felicidades to Rachel and Ryan for their beautiful Wedding.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2023

Hello familia, this is definitely a different episode as we discuss Exotic Dancers! Edgar is going to Bachelor party in Vegas and Janet has laid down some very strict guidelines for him. Have fun listening to this one...it's a wild one!

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2023

Hello familia, as we continue in the month of LOVE we are super grateful and excited to share the love story of our good friends and mentors Jimmy and Lorena Gonzalez with you. They had decided to get a Divorce, they had told their kids already and were living separately until this one miracle happened that saved their marriage. Find out what it was during this inspiration episode that hopefully encourages you to not give up in your relationships that matter. Bendiciones familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. A special thank you to Jimmy and Lorena for being so vulnerable and inspiring us with their story. You can follow them @ljewel925 (Lorena) and @jdboleogonzalez (Jimmy) Thank you for listening familia. Blessings Los Sotelos

Transcribed - Published: 22 February 2023

Hello familia, as we kick off the month of LOVE we wanted to share some awesome date ideas with you. We opened up about our most memorable dates and how you can experience something super special for under $40! Remember it doesn't have to be a special occasion to celebrate that special person in your life. We hope you enjoy this episode with us!

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2023

Hello familia, today’s episode is for our Spanish Speaking Audience, we encourage you to catch up on our previous episodes if you don't speak Spanish. Our next episode will be in English with our usual Spanglish twist. Edgar fue invitado a dar un mensaje de como renovar tu mente y romper cadenas generacionales en tu vida con la ayuda de Dios. Esto fue en la Iglesia "Crossroads" de Corona Ca. Gracias al Pastor Noe por esta gran oportunidad e invitación. Este mensaje te va llenar de Esperanza, Paz y Alegría.

Transcribed - Published: 26 January 2023

In Today's episode we encourage and challenge you to focus on one thing that will drastically change your life for the better in 2023. Janet and Edgar share what's worked for them to be able to accomplish goals that they have set in the past and are confident that if you apply this same principle, you will accomplish your goals as well. Thank you for listening familia. Blessings,

Transcribed - Published: 11 January 2023

In Today's episode we celebrate the life of Baudelia "Bella" Sotelo (Edgar's Mom) who's now in Heaven. Listen to what Edgar, Janet and their family went through on "Bella's" last days here on earth before going to Heaven. "Bella" was a wonderful daughter of God, Wife, Mother; and Grandmother: She dedicated her life to loving, serving and celebrating three things: God, her husband and children, with a grateful heart. Her legacy will continue through her three sons and seven grandchildren whom she loved dearly as they loved her. Thank you "Bella", for your unconditional love and for filling us with so much joy.

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2022

In this episode Janet and Edgar did not hold back as they confessed what most annoys them about each other but they still choose to love one another. Did you know that Love is not just a feeling? It's a Choice. How do you deal with the things that annoy you about your significant other? Find out in this hilarious and inspiring episode. Thank you for listening.

Transcribed - Published: 12 October 2022

In this episode Janet and Edgar had to answer one of the most difficult questions ever. Once you hear it you will realize that it's difficult but you should answer it too, the sooner the better. Also, you will be inspired by our special guest, Estate Planning Attorney Dorian Lopez, from DLopezLaw.com @dlopezlaw (619) 377-7911. Not only did she educate us in Estate Planning but also empowers us with her Survivor story. TRIGGER WARNING: Domestive Violence is discussed on this Episode. For help please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233. Thank you and Blessings. Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 21 September 2022

In this episode you will hear Janet and Edgar confess three Huge milestones that they reached in life. It's a fun and encouraging episode discussing the evolution you go through from once being a child to now having children and how the roles have changed. Enjoy Familia.

Transcribed - Published: 31 August 2022

In this episode you will hear Janet and Edgar Confess who was the best nurse while the other had COVID-19. Also, you will hear the lessons that Edgar learned while being on Full Time Daddy Care that will hopefully inspire you. Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 10 August 2022

In this episode you will hear Janet and Edgar Confess that they finally did something that can be seen very contraversial but they felt it was necessary. Find out what it is and let us know your thoughts via social media.

Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2022

Ep. 86 She Risked it All, Now She's a CEO: Maria Gomez Commercials: Intro Roll: 1:19 Mid roll: 10:03 Description: Familia get ready to be inspired by our guest, una Latina, Immigrant de Jalisco Mexico, who like many of you has had to overcome many barriers to be able to enjoy her current Blessings. Find out how she overcame the challenges of being an Immigrant, a single mom Survivor of Domestic Violence to now being the CEO of her Own Company and a community leader in Orange County California. Her name is Maria Gomez, through hard work and dedication, Maria is now CEO – President to Orange County Escrow Services. @OrangeCountyEscrowServices National Domestic Violence Free Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (Hablan Español) Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2022

Familia, this is a special episode in honor of Janet and Edgar's Fathers. It dives into the positive and negative impact a father can have on your life and how it ties into our adult lives today. Be ready to be inspired and of course laugh with this episode.

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2022

Familia, this is a special episode where Janet took over the microphone and grilled Edgar. But Why!?!?! Hit Play, Listen and get ready to Laugh, Cringe and be inspired!

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2022

Familia, we have a special guest today that Janet has a lot to thank for because he helped rescue Edgar after getting stung by a Bee! Get ready to be inspired by our friend Brandon Wright who has every reason to NOT be successful but he chose to convert his disadvantages into his competitive advantages.

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2022

Familia today we have a special episode honoring all of you amazing mothers ya que estamos en el mes del dia de las madres! Felicidades a todas las mamas y a las abuelitas mamasitas and single parents that play both roles. We have a special guest, Merari Najera quien es Mamá and who’s one of our Podcast listeners just like you. We were inspired by her story that she shared with us via Instagram. She DMd us a few weeks ago saying Hi Janet and Shoboy, I’m not the one to message like this but I strongly felt the need to reach out… what she said is in our podcast, Enjoy!

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2022

Familia today we’d like to challenge you to do something that we’ve challenged ourselves to do. We want to challenge you to be intentional about choosing who you want on the board of directors for your life! Who are the closest to you? Are they lifting you up or holding you back? We all need people in our inner circle to encourage us but also challenge us to reach our full potential in life. Bendiciones and thank you familia

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2022

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2022

Hola familia, on this episode we celebrated Janet's 38th Birthday with a road trip to her hometown. You will hear Janet confess her greatest lesson learned in her 38 years of life and she also confessed if she regrets that she's not living the life she thought she would when she was 18. We hope this episode inspires and empowers you. Happy Birthday Janet, we love you!      Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2022

Hola familia, have you ever felt like you had to pretend or water yourself down to fit in or feel accepted?  If we're completely honest and especially if you're a minority in the US, the answer is going to be yes! We've all done that in the past even though being our full authentic self is actually God's Greatest Gift and our biggest Competitive advantage in life! There's no one else like you, you are 1 of 1! We hope this episode inspires you with our special guest Jessica Yañez from "The Wine and Chisme Podcast"      Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. Follow Jessica @TheWineAndChisme

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2022

Hi Familia, thanks for hanging out with us again. In this Episode we share an awesome experience that happened to us that allowed us to get out of the Ordinary and Experience God's Extraordinary. We also have a testimony from one of our Listeners "Eddie" from New Jersey that will empower you to live an extraordinary life and break your routine.      Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 23 February 2022

Hi Familia, thanks for hanging out with us again. In this special Valentines episode we dared to ask, What Is Love? If we can't define Love then how can we expect to be loved and know how to love others. What does love mean for your significant other? In this episode we shared a simple exercise that will hopefully help you and your partner discover your meanings of love.     Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2022

Familia, like many of you, our family is going through the quarantine process after Edgar tested Positive for COVID-19. In this episode we talk about his journey and the psychological impact of COVID. You are not alone. We hope this encourages you and your familias!  Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. --

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2022

Familia, like many of you we want to accomplish new goals this year…but how!?!?! We will share our renewed mentality that we believe will get you the results you want for your life! We will share What we failed in 2021 that has become our fuel for 2022! We will also share the three keys that will help you accomplish your new year’s resolutions!  Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. ------

Transcribed - Published: 19 January 2022

Happy New Year Familia! We hope you had an amazing Holiday Season. Ours was fun but Edgar did have a major Fail that almost ruined Christmas for our daughters Ariela and Alani. The question is did he do it on purpose or was it an accident? LOL You decide, and let us know on Instagram @DiscoveringAgape and or @EdgariSotelo  Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 4 January 2022

Hello Familia, first of all Feliz Navidad and Happy Blessed New Year! In this episode we hope to encourage you and put a smile on your face as we discuss our break.  Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2021

Hello Familia, do you know what you're passionate about? Do you know what your purpose is? In today's episode we discuss Alex Corral's amazing journey in life and how his passion has aligned him to live out his full purpose in life. Alex, is a proud Mexicano Americano, Husband, Father, CEO, Executive Producer of Television Series that Highlight Latinos in a positive way and an amazing Story Teller, all of this and he's only 36 years old. We also discuss how to take leaps of Faith, Conquer Fear and Go After what you really want in life.  Bendiciones and thank you familia, A big thank you to Alex Corral Follow him on IG: @EnFuegoNow and @Corral34  Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2021

Familia, if you stop and think about your past, wouldn't you agree that many of your breakthroughs in life have come as you felt like you were about to break-down? It’s a fact, those breakthroughs would never have happened if you would have given up the moment you felt like breaking down. On today's episode you will hear the inspiring breakthrough story of our Good Friend Dan Greene who's now the producer of one of the most influential hip hop radio shows in the nation The Breakfast Club!    Bendiciones and thank you familia, A big thank you to Daniel Greene Follow him on IG: @d7Greene  Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2021

Familia this past month has been extremely tough since our daughters have been getting sick so often. I bet many of you can relate. In this episode we asked our good Friend Dr. Edgar Chavez the following questions:   1. Is it normal for our elementary school kids to be getting sick so often this school year?  2. How can we prevent our kids from getting sick so often?  3. Many parents have told us that this is normal and that our kids getting sick so often will actually strengthen her immune system, is this true?  4. Is there a way to tell the difference between “Cold Symptoms” and “Covid 19 Symptoms” in our kids?  Bendiciones and thank you familia, A big thank you to Dr. Chavez! Any further questions please reach him via email at: [email protected]   Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. ------

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2021

Familia as we promised on this episode we are going to follow up on the question: Are you pursuing happiness but missing out on Joy? What’s the difference? We’re going to dive into that today as we're joined by our special guest and good friend Al Pizzle who has an amazing testimony of overcoming some unreal challenges in his life including his current one!   Take-Away: Happiness depends on what happens and Joy is having peace no matter what happens!     Bendiciones and thank you familia, Follow Al Pizzle and His Music @ItsAlPizzle   Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. --------

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2021

Familia, in this episode we open up about a mistake we've made in the past that have gotten us into dumb arguments aka "Fights". We dive into ways that we avoid taking it to unhealthy places as a couple and ask important questions like:  In this very moment of your life are you choosing to be a victim or creator…? Are you highlighting your Problems or God’s Promises?   Are you pursuing happiness and missing out on Joy? Find out the answers by listening to this episode.    Bendiciones and thank you familia,   Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms.      ------

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2021

Hello familia, today’s episode is for our Spanish Speaking Audience, we encourage you to catch up on our previous episodes and next Wednesday we will have a brand new English episode for you.  Edgar fue invitado a dar un mensaje de esperanza en la Iglesia Cross Roads de Corona Ca, gracias al Pastor Noe! Este mensaje te va llenar de Esperanza, Paz y Alegria.  Bendiciones familia, Follow us @DiscoveringAgape and @EdgariSotelo #LosSotelos on all Social Media Platforms. Follow @CrossroadsEspanol and Pastor Noe @Noeb

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2021