🎙️ Season 2, Episode 3: Elevating Wellness in Sports and Beyond with Erwin Benedict Valencia

In this inspiring episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis sits down with Erwin Benedict Valencia, a Filipino-American wellness expert who has made a transformative impact on professional sports, most notably as the Wellness Lead for the New York Knicks. During his nearly decade-long tenure with the team, Erwin introduced groundbreaking wellness programs that prioritized mindfulness, meditation, and holistic health, contributing significantly to both players' performance and well-being.

But Erwin’s journey took a pivotal turn in 2023, when a severe back injury while stretching forced him to pause and reflect on his life. This moment of vulnerability became a turning point, leading him to reevaluate his priorities. In his words, "It’s time for a sabbatical," as he realized the importance of rest, recovery, and gratitude in his own life. He took this time to focus on what matters most: his family, well-being, and his commitment to giving back. Now, Erwin’s new initiative, Gratitude Gang, promotes wellness and positivity through gratitude practices, with a mission to uplift communities, starting with his home country, the Philippines.

Erwin’s journey from elite sports performance to holistic wellness is a testament to the power of balance and self-care. Join Loida and Erwin as they explore how mindfulness can transform not only athletes but anyone striving for personal and professional fulfillment.

Learn more about Erwin Benedict Valencia’s work and journey:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erwinbvalencia/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erwinbvalencia/

Gratitude Gang: https://www.gratitudegang.org/

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, is available now:

https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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🎙️ Season 2, Episode 2: Uplifting Filipino Excellence: Elton Lugay and The Outstanding Filipino Awards

In this inspiring episode, Loida Nicolas Lewis speaks with the trailblazing journalist and founder of The Outstanding Filipino Awards (TOFA), Elton Lugay. TOFA, now recognized as one of the most prestigious events in the Filipino community, celebrates its 14th year in 2024 with an exciting ceremony on October 27 in Waikiki, Hawaii, honoring Filipinos excelling in various fields.

Elton shares his journey in establishing TOFA as a platform that highlights Filipino achievements in arts, business, community, healthcare, and more. They also discuss the challenges and triumphs of representing Filipinos on the world stage.

Join this enriching conversation as Elton and Loida explore the significance of TOFA in promoting Filipino pride and legacy, and how it continues to inspire new generations to aim for excellence.

Discover more about Elton Lugay’s work:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elton_lugay/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TOFAINY/

Event details: https://allevents.in/waikiki/the-outstanding-filipino-awards-2024/200027267639954

Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833

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🎙️ Season 2, Episode 1: Celebrating Filipino Heritage Through Film: Michele Josue on Nurse Unseen Kicking off Season 2, Loida Nicolas Lewis sits down with Emmy Award-winning director Michele Josue to discuss her powerful new documentary, Nurse Unseen. In this deeply moving film, Michele highlights the untold stories of Filipino nurses on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic and their significant contributions to the American healthcare system. Michele shares her inspiration behind Nurse Unseen and emphasizes the importance of promoting this film, especially during Filipino American History Month. The conversation delves into the historical and colonial ties that have shaped the role of Filipino nurses in the U.S., as well as the personal narratives that brought this documentary to life. The episode also revisits Michele’s previous acclaimed projects, including Happy Jail, her Netflix documentary series on the world-famous dancing inmates in the Philippines, and Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine, her heart-wrenching, award-winning feature on the life and legacy of Matthew Shepard. Listen as Michele opens up about her journey as a filmmaker and how her work continues to shed light on underrepresented communities. Discover more about Michele Josue’s work: Michele Josue's Nurse Unseen: Official Site: nurseunseen.com Michele’s award-winning film Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine: IMDb: imdb.com/title/tt2416154/ Follow Michele: Instagram: instagram.com/michelejosue Loida Nicolas Lewis’s memoir, Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?, available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/Should-Guys-Have-Asian-American-Billion-Dollar/dp/1119989833 Tune in now: YouTube: youtube.com/@TheLoidaLewisPodcast Spotify: tinyurl.com/TheLoidaLewisPodcast Apple Podcasts: tinyurl.com/apple-TheLoidaLewisPod Email us your thoughts and reviews: askloidalewis@gmail.com #LoidaLewis #MicheleJosue #NurseUnseen #Filmmaking #FilipinoNurses #HappyJail #MattShepard #Podcast #TheLoidaLewisPodcast