Today's show is light and fun!!! RaqC & La Susie answer random questions so ya'll get to know us better. These shows are always good and HILARIOUS! Our hope is that you feel like you are hanging out with us in the living room. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

Today, we are talking about BILINGUALISM with the expert herself Maritere, an award winning bilingual, bicultural Latina author, parenting topic expert, speaker, podcast host, who enjoys teaching families about language and culture. She breaks down the best ways to teach your children how to be bilingual, what environment is needed for that to happen, and the do's and don'ts of bilingualism. Such a great conversation that is needed in this day in age. Don't be afraid to teach your children the POWER of knowing more than one language. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

There is a big difference between a friend, acquaintance, and associate. Friendship is always more profound and more intimate than mere acquaintance. While many of the people you meet will remain acquaintances, some will eventually become your friends and some your associates. But how do you know the difference? Today we dive deep into the 4 different type of friendships and how to know the difference between the 4. You will be clear on what all your friendships are or what category they should be placed in after listening to this episode. ____________________________________________________ Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast For full episodes in AUDIO and VIDEO subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

We live in a world that values answers. We were taught in school to learn how to answer questions in exams, we were conditioned to go to work knowing that we need to have the answers and our society, by and large, focuses on finding the solutions rather than figuring out if we are asking the right questions. Just like most people who have been through the traditional education system and started working in a corporate job, were trained to have the answers. We would like to shed some light on the skill of asking the right questions. For some people, questioning comes easily. Their natural inquisitiveness, emotional intelligence, and ability to read people put the ideal question on the tip of their tongue. But most of us don’t ask enough questions, nor do we pose our inquiries in an optimal way. Today's episode we dive deep into the conversation. ____________________________________________________ For full episodes in AUDIO and VISUAL subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

It's never to late: To start, to stop, to change your mind, to start over. Unfortunately, far to many of us see STARTING OVER as a bad thing beause it can be proof that we made the wrong choice or that we took the wrong path somehwere along the way. But that is the furthest thing from the truth friends. Let's dive intot he conversation. ______________________________________________________________ For full episodes in AUDIO and VISUAL subscribe to Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @raqcsworld @lasusie @straightupsistersthepodcast Email: hello@straightupsistersthepodcast@gmail.com Website + Merch: StriaghtUpSisters.com

In a world full of major stressors and to-do lists, it can be difficult finding the time to just do well, absolutely nothing. But, here is why you should start. When was the last time you did nothing? By nothing, we mean absolutely nothing- no scrolling on social media, no reading books or articles, no lisening to podcasts, no watching movies, TV, or youtube videos. Well if you are like many Americans, you'll probably have to stop and think about it, because we don't "do nothing" very often. Americans need to take a chill pill. Sadly, so much of our doingness has resulted from a cultured brain washing that tells us that compulstive busyness is a requisite for being a decent human being and decent employee. As a result, workaholic behaviors like checking your email during off hours or going into the office on the weekend have become a norm for many. __________________________________________________________________ For FULL episodes in AUDIO and VISUAL subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com Website + Merch: www.straightupsisters.com

Appreciation and grattitude will give you the keys to the kingdom honey. But for many even if they feel those things, expressing them is difficutl. This is especially true in sentimenal relationships, in turn causing them to suffer. In today's episode we discuss the things that work and hopefully you can begin to put these things into practice in your own relationships. Let's talk about all the tips and tricks to help you show gratitude and appreciation to your beloved. ___________________________________________________ For FULL episodes on VIDEO and AUDIO subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on Instagram: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on Youtube: Straight Up Sisters The Podcast Email us: hello@straightupsisters.com

On today's show we are joined by Lauren Hubert who has taken her own struggles and made it her passion to show women how to transform their bodies, get real results on the scale, and actually have fun doing it. Her mission as a registered dietitian in the weight loss space is to not only inspire woment to lose weight in a balanced and fun way, but also make sure no woman feels guilty about wanting to be HOT, healthy, and successful. _____________________________________________________________________ For full episode in AUDIO and VISUAL subscribe to our podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on Instagram: @raqcsworld @lasusie Our guest Lauren Hubert's IG: @sorority.nutritionist Follow us on Youtube: Straight Up Sisters Pod Email: Hello@straightupsisters.com

"The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man that lives fully is prepared to die at any time"- Mark Twain. Most people in our culture are so riddled with fear that they dont even recognize when the emotion has overtaken their lives. Fear can be sneaky and it can show up in all kinds of disguises. Today's conversation is all about how we OVERCOME fear based living. Let the fear go and go CONQUER! ________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio and Video SUBSCRIBE to our Podcast on Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on Instagram: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on Youtube: Straight Up Sisters Pod Email us: Hello@straightupsisters.com

We all want to build something that lives on long after we are gone, a legacy for our kids and loved ones. We want to think that the financial stability we achieved can open doors for those we leave in our wake, and that there was a purpose to everything we did on this planet. BETTY PORTO, owner of Porto's Bakeries, embodies all this and then some. This conversation will sure motivate you, inspire you, and light something in you, AND it all began with one person having a vision. _________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Pod Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

Regardless of what you’ve heard, every woman needs a bestie! Because the truth is WE cannot make it in the world without a couple good, good girlfriends in our corner. We NEED that HEALTHY girl power! Why do you think our podcast is thriving? We are those good, good girlfriends for so many. But the trick is to build these bonds in our everyday life with real women we can do daily life with. Having female friends is incredibly important for our mental health. As humans, we tend to go through highs and lows and these experiences can be a little easier when we have girlfriends to support us. We dive deep into the topic of BESTIES! A very much needed conversation. ___________________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

Today we keep the show light. We're playing a game that you should all play with your family called "How well do you know your family", its so FUNNNNNNN, so random, and hilarious. You may be surprised as to how well you know them, or don't know them at all, LOL! _________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

There are 5 real shitty ways to communicate in any relationship: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, Stonewalling and Over communicating. And it’s amazing just how little we pay attention to these things when we engage with folks in conversation or conflict. So much can be resolved OR avoided if we just learn to master our tongue! In today's episode we dive deep into this topic of conversation. ______________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

Only the bold will be able to go from ordinary to extraordinary. The larger part of society will never experience true success. Why? Because the majority of people are unwilling to become the CEO of their life — they’d rather someone else call the shots. The more you evolve into the best version of yourself, the more you’ll be required to give up. To be extraordinary is no easy task and not for everyone, but TRULY, who doesn't want an extraordinary life? Remember, Extraordinary lives don’t just happen. _________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

It’s human nature to seek contact and relationships, to seek love, support, and comfort in others. In fact, the "need to belong" is one of the main forces that drives individuals. From an evolutionary perspective, cultivating strong relationships and maintaining them has both survival and reproductive advantages. After all, most of us do "need to belong" and do want closeness and intimacy in our lives. Yet, love and relationships are rarely as perfect and problem-free as we would like them to be. Maybe you have never really thought through or analyzed your behavior in relationships. Still, you might have noticed repeating patterns in your love life. Have you wondered why you keep ending up in the same situation, even with different partners? Today, we have Adam Lane Smith on the show, an attachment specialist, breaking down the 4 different attachment styles and how you can become aware of them. __________________________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie @attachmentadam Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

The babyyyyy is back! After honoring her 40 day postpartum leave, RaqC is back a whole ass mommy. From preparing for labor, pre-labor, the drive to the hospital, her birth plan, to pushing her baby girl out! RaqC is dishing out all the details to such an unforgettable day. If you're a mommy you will relate and if you aren't you will definitely pick up a few pointers. ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

"There's no way to be a perfect mother, and a million ways to be a good one." - Jill Churchill Today we close out ANOTHER season of your FAVORITE podcast/talk show (the power of words!) AND today officially ends RaqC's maternity leave too ✨🙌🏽 What better way to wrap up another dope season of Straight Up Sisters The Podcast than to have a heart to heart with our own momma - Cece! Susie sits and chats openly and candidly with our mom along side her other guest, Natalie "Lash Bunny" Perez and the conversation is goood! Buckle up as they dive into the loaded topic of motherHOOD and what that journey has looked like for each of them. Natalie and Cece also share with us the heartbreak of loosing their own mother and so much more. This conversation could have literally gone on forever! 💜 Thank you Squad for the support of our second season on Patreon! Thank you for the community you have created with us. For the safe space. For showing up week after week and rocking with us. We LOVE you! And are excited to continue growing along side of you for may more seasons to come! Ain't no Squad like the #StraightUpSisterSquad! Whoop whoop! Besitos 💋, RaqC + LaSusie ____________________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

Birth order is the theory that claims that the order in which a child is born into their family helps shape their development and personality. For example: Are you the oldest bossy one? Maybe you're the middle distant one? Or perhaps you're the carefree baby of the bunch? Although not scientifically backed, it cannot be a coincidence that most of us will display the same or similar qualities regardless of where on the planet we are born. We get into this topic and a little bit more, with our guest Esther Rosales, LMFT as she shed's some light on why we may move the way we do. Get ready to learn some thangs! Besitos 💋, RaqC + LaSusie ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

"The man who says he can and the man who says he cannot are BOTH correct." - Confucious Imagine if every time someone judged your ideas, your attitude, about life and business your response was to simply smile and say "OH YEAH... just watch me!" Well once you understand "Magical Thinking" and how you can tap into it, you become unstoppable! Sit back as the Queen of magical thoughts breaks down this belief and shares with us how she's used her magical thoughts to leverage life. Get your magic on Squad! Let's Gooooo! Besitos 💋, RaqC + LaSusie ____________________________________ For FULL EPISODE in Audio & Video subscribe to our podcast Patreon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com

Life is a tricky muthafukka! One minute you’re winning, thriving, inspiring the world and the next you’re confused, sad and dimmed. Like WTF right?! But there's a silver lining! We ALL GO through it, but we can (and should) also GROW through it. The name of the game: KEEP going, KEEP growing! ______________________________________________________ For full episode in AUDIO & VIDEO subscribe to our podcast Patreaon.com/straightupsisters Follow us on IG: @straightupsistersthepodcast @raqcsworld @lasusie Follow us on YOUTUBE: Straight Up Sisters Podcast Email us: StraightUpSistersThePodcast@gmail.com