The Personal Side of Business Podcast

Law, Legacy, and Liberty: Daniel Castaneda on Fighting for Immigrant Rights

In this episode of The Personal Side of Business, we sit down with Daniel Castaneda, a seasoned San Diego-based immigration and criminal defense attorney with over 15 years of experience. Born in Mexico City and shaped by a family legacy of lawyers, Daniel shares his personal journey—from studying psychology and international relations to finding his calling in the courtroom.
He opens up about the emotional complexities of representing detained immigrants, the shifting tides of U.S. immigration enforcement, and the real-life impact of deportation on families. Daniel also offers critical legal insights for undocumented individuals—clarifying their rights, sharing advice on staying prepared, and reflecting on what he would change in the current immigration system.
Whether you're navigating immigration law or simply seeking to understand it better, this episode delivers powerful stories and actionable knowledge from the front lines of justice.
Each episode features heartfelt stories from business owners, industry experts, and people pursuing their passion while shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of their journey. If you love perseverance, entrepreneurship, and community impact, this is the podcast for you!
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Chasing Stability, Creating Legacy: Peter Carlseen’s Real Estate Success Story

In this episode, we sit down with Peter Carlseen — a San Diego-based realtor and property manager with over 20 years in the game. Following in his father’s footsteps, Peter began his real estate journey early and used his college business education to build a thriving property management company. Now managing over 250 properties, Peter shares the smart systems, strategic hires, and long-term mindset that helped him scale sustainably. If you're looking to grow a real estate business or understand what it takes to build legacy in the industry, this is one you won't want to miss.
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Roots & Real Estate: Shylia Hernandez’s Journey from Psychology Dreams to Property Success

Shylia Hernandez didn’t just grow into real estate—she was born into it. With nearly two decades of experience and deep family roots in the industry, Shylia carved out her own path in the competitive San Diego market. Once aspiring to be a child psychologist, life’s twists led her to real estate, where she found the flexibility to raise her daughter and build a thriving business. In this episode, she opens up about motherhood, her passion for long-term client relationships, and how she blends heart and hustle in every deal.
Each episode features heartfelt stories from business owners, industry experts, and people pursuing their passion while shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of their journey. If you love perseverance, entrepreneurship, and community impact, this is the podcast for you!
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Tooth Fairy to Foodie Fame: The Marvelous Muncher's Wild Ride into Marketing

Who ditches dental school to help tacos go viral? Vince did—and he’s not looking back. In this fun and flavorful episode, we unpack how Vince swapped scrubs for strategy and built a buzzworthy marketing biz helping San Diego restaurants (and even dental offices!) grow their revenue and their fan base. From Instagram-worthy food shots to brand makeovers that bite, Vince shares the creative moves behind his success—and how you can apply them to your business, too. Spoiler: it’s not just about pretty pictures.
Each episode features heartfelt stories from business owners, industry experts, and people pursuing their passion while shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of their journey. If you love perseverance, entrepreneurship, and community impact, this is the podcast for you!
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Rooted in Love: Noe Avila’s Mission to Heal Marginalized Communities

Noe Avila knows what it’s like to grow up in an immigrant family — the pressure, the expectations, the unspoken emotions. That’s why he’s made it his life’s mission to help families just like his learn to open up, connect, and support each other through life’s ups and downs. As a family and marriage therapist, Noe brings heart, understanding, and real-life experience to every session. He’s not just here to listen — he’s here to help families grow stronger together, one honest conversation at a time.
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From Pain to Purpose: How Jenna Ryan Turned UTI Struggles Into a Thriving Wellness Brand

In this episode, we sit down with Jenna Ryan, the inspiring Co-founder of Uqora—a company born from a deeply personal journey. After battling 8 painful UTIs in one year, Jenna and her husband, Spencer, decided to take matters into their own hands. Combining Spencer's science background with Jenna's expertise in e-commerce, they launched Uqora, a brand that has grown into a trusted resource for UTI prevention and education. Jenna shares how they built not just a product line, but a powerful community where people can share stories, find support, and reclaim their health. Tune in to hear how a personal health challenge sparked a mission-driven business that’s changing lives.
Each episode features heartfelt stories from business owners, industry experts, and community leaders, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of keeping small businesses alive. If you love perseverance, entrepreneurship, and community impact, this is the podcast for you!
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Savor & Serve: The Akitso Story, A Nonprofit Saving Restaurants

Join us on this episode of The Personal Side of Business,  Savor & Serve: The Akitso Story, where we dive into the inspiring journey of Anna Sotto, a California native born to Thai immigrant restaurateurs. Growing up in the hustle of her family’s restaurant, Anna witnessed firsthand the struggles of small, independent eateries. Now, she’s on a mission to give back. Through her nonprofit, Akitso, she helps underserved restaurants thrive by providing essential support in marketing, financial literacy, operational efficiency, branding, menu revamps, and restaurant redesigns.
Each episode features heartfelt stories from business owners, industry experts, and community leaders, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of keeping small businesses alive. If you love food, entrepreneurship, and community impact, this is the podcast for you!
Follow now and discover how Anna and Akitso are reshaping San Diego’s food scene, one restaurant at a time. 🍽✨
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Fortitude, Family & Football : How an unexpected life event inspired a change for a business owner.

What happens when life keeps pulling you in different directions—literally? After moving nearly 30 times with her family, facing a life-threatening health scare, and completely reinventing her career, Tiffany Deal Hecklinski Ph.D., knows what it means to adapt, overcome, and thrive.
Now a Ph.D. clinical researcher, she shares her deeply personal journey of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. From uprooting her life again and again to fighting for her health and finding a purpose bigger than she ever imagined, this podcast is for anyone who’s had to start over, pivot, or push through the impossible.
🎧 Tune in for this powerful story of reinvention, perseverance, and what it truly means to build a life—even when the ground beneath you is constantly shifting.
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Love & Business: Running a Restaurant as a Couple (Kalei's Kitchenette)

A deep discussion with Chef Andy & Khara Mangiduyos, hospitality employees who turned into restauranteurs and share how business plans, hard work and date nights are the foundations of a happy marriage and business partnership. Kalei's Kitchenette serves some of the best Hawaiian cuisine in San Diego with an Aloha vibe unlike any other. We will explore their journey from working in the hospitality industry to catering to being a donation center for the Maui fires while running their new restaurant.
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