THE PODCAST
Sala Talks
Producer & Host: Dr. Kat Besas
Sala Talks is a storytelling podcast exploring identity, ambition, and what it means to build a life beyond survival. Through intimate solo episodes and meaningful conversations, we share the stories that shape us, challenge us, and remind us that we’re never navigating this journey alone.
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Welcome to the Sala.
Straddling Two Worlds: Not Filipino Enough,
Not American Enough
A deeply personal exploration of growing up between Filipino and American cultures—and the journey from assimilation and identity confusion to healing, self-acceptance, and embracing the beauty of belonging to both worlds.
12 min
The First-Gen Blueprint to Success with Daisy De Anda
A powerful conversation with career coach Daisy De Anda, Founder of Dayz & Co., on navigating the first-generation experience without a blueprint, overcoming imposter syndrome, and finding the courage to redefine success, reclaim your voice, and build the community you once needed.
55 min
Rebuilding Confidence After Grief, Loss, and Survival with Raquel Michel, NP
A heartfelt conversation with nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, and Vida Wellness & Aesthetics Founder Raquel Michel on navigating burnout, grief, and identity loss—and finding the courage to choose yourself, reinvent your life, and come home to who you are beyond the roles you carry.
48 min
When Your Calling Looks Unconventional with Natasha Shrank
A heartfelt conversation with entrepreneur, mother, and Scarlet Rope Permanent Jewelry Founder Natasha Shrank on faith, creativity, and motherhood—and learning to trust God with your calling, redefine success, and build a life and business rooted in purpose.
37 min
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