Sonny Melendrez

Mateo Lopez: The World’s Youngest Mariachi

Mateo Lopez began his professional career at age 4, earning him designation in the Guinness Book of World Records as The World’s Youngest Mariachi. After a chance meeting in San Antonio, Sonny was so inspired by his talent and story that he booked him on the spot. At age 8, Mateo has a clear vision…

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CJ Emmons: In God’s Waiting Room

When multi-talented CJ Emmons left Houston for the West Coast to follow his dream, he had no idea of the adventure that awaited him. CJ shares his amazing journey with Sonny, filled with serendipitous opportunities, including landing a dream job as a Principle Singer on ABC TV’s “Dancing with the Stars.” You’ll learn why CJ…

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Up Up and Away! Hot Air Balloon Ride with Stephanie Scheller

Grow Disrupt is the brainchild of super-entrepreneur, Stephanie Scheller. Stephanie helps businesses approach business differently (from mindset to implementation) in order to not just survive, but also thrive, working with businesses around the globe to help them flourish. One of the ways Grow Disrupt keeps members focused on what is important is to organize major mental…

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Izabela Lundberg: The World Messenger

Izabela Lundberg has a rare combination of experience, education, and talent. Her energy, passion and engaging storytelling ability is nothing short of transformative. In this fascinating episode, Izabela walks us through a childhood filled with curiosity and a gift given by her grandmother that led to a life of philanthropy and outstanding leadership. As a…

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Pat Vegas: Redbone – Come and Get Your Love

Redbone’s Pat Vegas: Come and Get Your Love In this episode, Sonny reconnects with Pat Vegas, who, along with his brother Lolly began a musical journey that took them around the globe as the internationally acclaimed band, Redbone. Pat describes the night the band was discovered while playing at Gazzarri’s on the Sunset Strip. You’ll…

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Steve O’brien: The Voice Over Hustle

Steve O’brien is a professional voice over artist, whose work has been heard on countless national commercials, narrations, audio books, station imaging, and more. He is the host of the Voice Over Hustle Podcast and his introduction to working behind a microphone came from many years spent in radio. During that time, he began doing…

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Katie Chonacas: A Journey to Dreamland

Katie Chonacas: A Journey to Dreamland Katie Chonacas is a globally outstanding Greek-American actress with over two decades of experience in the Hollywood entertainment industry. She began her career as a classically trained actor, model, poet, producer, painter, and philanthropist at an early age. After dominating in modeling, appearing on television, and working with famous…

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Be Careful What You Wish For: Laura Wellington

Laura Wellington is a TEDx speaker, a successful media and technology entrepreneur, award-winning television creator, best-selling author of “Be Careful What You Wish For,” a major media blogger, and media-entertainment-technology consultant. Listen, as she shares her life changing experiences and how she weathered the most difficult time of her life. Laura’s joy comes shining through…

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Stephanie Scheller: The True Power of Connection

Stephanie Scheller is a speaker, trainer, event organizer and creator of the Grow Retreat. In her second appearance on the show, Stephanie Scheller shares her 5 year adventure from leaving a high-paying job to growing one of the most successful small business retreats in the country. Not matter the size of your dream, Stephanie’s courageous…

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Joe Serio: How to Get the Nerve to Succeed

Joe Serio: How to Get the Nerve to Succeed I am beyond excited to have Joe Serio as my first guest of Season 3! Joe is a most entertaining motivational leadership conference speaker. We met at a National Speakers Association event in Austin and the more I learned about his impressive background, more intrigued I…

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