Sergio Says It Straight
Instagram and TikTok :@sergiosaysitstraightFacebook: Sergio Says It StraightA podcast where real conversations take center stage. Hosted by Sergio, each episode dives into everyday experiences, life trends, culture, entertainment, relationships, & personal struggles, with honesty and no filter. With a rotating lineup of guest ranging from family and friends to voices from the community, the show brings different perspectives, stories, and lessons to the table. Whether it's deep conversation or laid-back talks, nothing is off-limits-just straight talk with real people, sharing real life. If you're looking for something relatable, thoughtful, and sometimes a little raw, Sergio Says It Straight is a space where...
Agree Or Disagree? Let's Talk Opinions
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Sergio Says It Straight
In this episode of Sergio Says It Straight, Sergio is joined by his cohost Mirlein for an unfiltered conversation about the things people think but don't always have the courage to say out loud. From friendships built on convenience and judgmental family members to jealousy, fake friends, and people wh...
From One Calling To Another: Getting To Know Ruben Ramirez
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Sergio Says It Straight
In this episode, Sergio sits down with Ruben Ramirez, a friend and member of the Santa Maria community, to talk about his upbringing, career in law enforcement, family life, personal goals, and experiences serving the local community.
Ruben grew up on the west side of Santa Maria, wh...
Someone Else's Cruelty Does Not Determine Your Worth
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In this episode of Sergio Says It Straight, Sergio and his wife, Mirlein (cohost), sit down for an honest and heartfelt conversation about bullying and the lasting impact it can have on people of all ages. From heartbreaking videos circulating on social media to real-life experiences from their own childhoods, they discuss why bullying happens, ho...
A Life of Service: Catching Up with Ilene Taipe
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Welcome back to Sergio Says It Straight, where we believe in straight talk, real people, and no filter. In this special episode, Sergio reconnects with Eileen Taipe, a former Marine Corps mentor who played an important role in his life and career.
Eileen takes us back to her childhood growing up in Queens, New York, in...
From Setbacks to Self-Discovery: Talking with Warren Watkins
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Music: "Everything Is Working Out" by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, licensed under Epidemic Sound. Original work available at https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/d82030d0-11ae-4ed6-b8c0-54046531b869/.
On this episode of Sergio Says It Straight, Sergio sits down with Warren Watkins for an honest conversation ab...
Brotherly Chat: Hanging Out with Tito
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In this episode of Sergio Says It Straight, I sit down with his younger brother, Adalberto “Tito” Velasquez, for a candid, funny, and nostalgic conversation about growing up together, family, culture, and getting older.
We take a trip down memory lane, sharing stories about growing up in California in the 80s and 90s as fir...
Hanging Out With Kadin Anthony Pt.2
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In this episode, I reconnects with Kaiden Anthony and we go beyond his wrestling career to explore how he thinks, what he believes, and what has changed in his life since the previous conversation.
The discussion evolves around his evolving interests and curiosity before moving into aliens, UFOs, government secrecy, conspiracies, and the broader question of...
The Good, The Bad & The Wife: Husband Rebuttal
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The husbands have heard the accusations… and they’re ready to defend themselves.
After the wives had their turn roasting husbands, calling out our habits, and exposing all the things we apparently do wrong on episode 13, it’s time for the rebuttal.
In this episode, we revisit the biggest complaints from the wome...
Madres & Desmadres: Sneak Peak
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In this bonus episode, I sit down with the three madres behind Madres & Desmadres for a fun, honest conversation about the podcast, their friendship, and the real-life chaos that inspired them to create it.
They talk about what Madres & Desmadres is all about, why three friends decided to start a podcast, what makes their friendship—and...
Catching Up With Yazmin Navarro
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Apparently, We're Old Now
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In this episode, I sit down with my two sisters and wife, all now in our 40s and early 50's and have an honest, funny, and sometimes surprising conversation about getting older, changing priorities, marriage, technology, culture, and the expectations we had for adulthood.
We talk about the things we once thought mattered that don't an...
From the Navy to Fire Investigation: Talking with Christian Morales
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This episode features Christian, a fire prevention officer and fire investigator who previously worked as a fire safety inspector for the State of Colorado. Before entering the fire service, Christian spent 10 years in the U.S. Navy, giving him a unique perspective on discipline, leadership, service, risk, and life.
The conversation will explore Christian’s jour...
Why Do We Care What People Think?
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In this episode, my wife and I have an honest and relatable conversation about why as people, we care so much about what other people think of us. We talk about the need for approval, fear of judgment and rejection, comparison, and how social media has made other people’s opinions more visible than ever through likes, comm...
The Evolution of Happiness
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In this episode, my wife and I reflect on 26 years of marriage and how our understanding of happiness has evolved over time. From serving together in the Marine Corps to navigating the highs and lows of family life, careers, and the everyday challenges that come with a long-term relationship, we've learned that happiness isn't a fixed destination—it's...
Beer, Bass & Body Slams: Hanging Out with Kadin Anthony
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In this episode, I sit down with professional wrestler, musician, YouTuber, and JK Today Show host Kadin Anthony for a fun, laid-back conversation over a couple of beers. We dive into his journey in professional wrestling, discussing how he got started, his tag team hi...
The Good, The Bad & The Husband
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In this episode, I sit down with my wife, my sister, and one of our closest family friends (who's basically another sister) for a fun, honest conversation about husbands. We cover the little things that drive them crazy, the classic husband habits they've learned to laugh about, the things husbands tend to exaggerate, and some of the hi...
Brotherhood, Transition & Now: Catching Up with Marcus DeLafuentes
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In this episode, I have a phone conversation with my longtime friend Marcus to catch up and reflect on a journey that's taken us from the Marine Corps to family life, faith, and everything in between.
We talk about how we first met in the Marines, the experiences that shaped us, and what life looked li...
Cubicles, Cardio & Clotheslines!: Hanging Out with Vanessa
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In this episode, we sit down with Vanessa to talk about the realities of office life, the importance of taking care of your health, and how small, intentional changes can make a big difference both at work and at home.
We share workplace exp...
Empowerment Through The Darkness: Talking with Christian Navarro
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In this episode, I talk to a phone guest, Christian Navarro, a fellow retired Marine and a close friend to discuss his book , "Empowerment Through The Darkness, a deeply personal look at the internal struggles many people face but rarely talk about. We explore his journey from childhood and military service to becoming an author, and how thos...
Vacation In Hawaii: Recap with Mirlein
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Guest Links: https://www.lovebigisland.com/big-island-beaches/kua-bay/, https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/parks/hawaii/hapuna-beach-state-recreation-area/, https://bigislandguide.com/white-sands-beach-park-magic-sands, https://www.nps.gov/state/hi/index.htm, https://thetemple.bar/.
Music: "Everything Is Working Out" by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, licensed under Epidemic Sound. Original work available at https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/d82030d0-11ae-4ed6-b8c0-54046531b869/.
In this episode, my wife Mirlein and I have an honest conversation about our recent family vacation to Hawaii with out teenage and...
Case Work & More: Talking with Daisy
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In this episode, my wife and I sit down with Daisy, a case worker to talk about the realities of helping people through some of life's most difficult situations. We discuss what her job is really like, the challenges and rewards that come with it, and the lessons she's learned about resilience, human nature, and compassion.
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Cleats, Goals & Conversation: Talking with Mateo Aquino
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Guest Links: https://www.centralcoastunitedsc.com/, https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/.
Music: "Everything Is Working Out" by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, licensed under Epidemic Sound. Original work available at https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/d82030d0-11ae-4ed6-b8c0-54046531b869/.
In this bonus episode, I sit down with my 11-year-old nephew, Mateo Aquino from Central Coast United to talk about his experience playing club soccer. We discuss how he got started, what practices and game days are like, the friendships he's made through the...
The Sibling Connection: Hanging Out with Lili
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In this episode, I sit down with my middle sister Lili to revisit the adventures, misadventures, and occasional chaos of growing up together. We share stories from childhood, relive some of our sibling rivalry moments, confess the trouble we got into, and debate who was really responsible for most of it.
Along the way, we tal...
Beyond The Quota: Talking with Raul Muela
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Guest Links: https://www.marines.com/, https://www.mcrc.marines.mil/Units/Recruiting-and-Retention-School/.
Music: "Everything Is Working Out" by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, licensed under Epidemic Sound. Original work available at https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/d82030d0-11ae-4ed6-b8c0-54046531b869/.
In this episode, I sit down with my wife Mirlein Tovar and long time friend Raul Muela to reflect on our experiences serving as Marine Corps recruiters. We discuss how we ended up on recruiting duty, the challenges of meeting miss...
Beyond The Dugout: Talking with Jeremy Garber
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In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Garber, one of the most respected and dedicated members of the local softball community. Known for his generosity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the league & players, he shares stories from his life both on and off the field.
We talk about his upbringing, the people who shaped him...
Married Life: Expectations Sold Separately
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In this episode, my guest is my wife Mirlein Tovar. We take a fun and honest look at the realities of marriage—comparing expectations with reality, sharing some of the things nobody tells you before you get married, and laughing about the everyday moments that make a relationship unique.
We discuss common marriage myths, talk about...
Night Nurse: Talking with Sarayth Velasquez
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Prospective RN Resources: https://www.registerednursing.org/resources/, https://nursinglicensemap.com/nursing-specialties/how-to-become-a-nurse/, https://www.allnursingschools.com/nursing-resources/.
Music: "Everything Is Working Out" by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, licensed under Epidemic Sound. Original work available at https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/d82030d0-11ae-4ed6-b8c0-54046531b869/.
In this episode, I sit down with my sister, Sarayth Velasquez, a first year registered nurse, to talk about the reality of life on the hospital floor. We discuss the tr...
A Therapist Explains: Talking with Veronica Velasquez
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Mental Health Sources: https://mentalhealthhotline.org/, https://www.nimh.nih.gov/, https://www.apa.org/
Music: "Everything Is Working Out" by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist, licensed under Epidemic Sound. Original work available at https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/d82030d0-11ae-4ed6-b8c0-54046531b869/.
In this episode, I sit down with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Veronica Velasquez for a fun, honest conversation about relationships, mode...
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