CharroBeans is a podcast by mariachis Sammy Ramirez and Victor Estrada, based in Fort Worth, TX. Constantly living the gig life and after having played mariachi music coast to coast, here we choose to share our experiences with all of you. Enjoy.
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Sammy Ramirez Podcasts
Meet your new Work Wives. WorkParty, the beloved business podcast with over 3 million downloads to date and guests like Sara Blakely, Tyra Banks, Jen Atkin and more is back and brand new. Jaclyn Johnson joined by CEO of Create & Cultivate, Marina Middleton are letting you listen in as they navigate the world of entrepreneurship, motherhood, divorce, female friendships and how they make it all work – mostly. A little work, a little party, pour yourself a glass of champagne and pull up, cause ...
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Welcome to World SannaKhan (Where Bollywood Meets Hollywood)- a bimonthly podcast dedicated to the movers and shakers of Bollywood and Hollywood, including other talented individuals who influence the world today. Tune in as we discuss the industry, life, spirituality, change and the world.
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The Girlboss Reset: Founders Returning to Rewrite the Playbook
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This week on WorkParty Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton return with an honest conversation about leadership, reinvention, and what it actually looks like to grow a modern business. From the evolution of the “girlboss” narrative, to the pressure of building both a brand and a personal identity online as a founder, they break down the realities ma…
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The Myth of “Having It All” & Other Hard Founder Truths You Need: Live Q&A with Cyndi Ramirez
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In this special live episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton come to you from Palm Springs for the Blueprint Mastermind, joined by Cyndi Ramirez. Cyndi is the founder and CEO of Chillhouse, with a goal to modernize the spa industry. Together, they host a candid, no-holds-barred AMA answering anonymous questions from attendees on e…
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Ciento Sesenta y Uno - Cuhhando Yo Tenia Tu Edad
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The CharroBoys talk about the older generation of mariachis. As you know, we all have a different upbringing and introduction to mariachi. Some of us learn from our parents, teachers, or local maestros. The older generation can have wisdom that gets passed down to different generations, but it can also mean it comes with challenges. We get into tho…
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The CharroBoys talk love. As a musician, it can be difficult to maintain and even find time for relationships. Can love and mariachi coexist? We get into your responses like marrying a fellow mariachi performer, bad experiences, and what it takes to keep your partner happy. Come listen to our love ballad.…
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Figuring It Out Along the Way: The Realities of Entrepreneurship
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Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton recorded this episode of WorkParty during one of the biggest weeks of the year, Create & Cultivate’s Festival. They’re giving a candid, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to bring a multi-day experience to life, from programming four stages and managing a small team, to hosting hundreds of attendees, …
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Is Slowing Down the Secret to Success? with April Gargiulo
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This week on WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are joined by April Gargiulo, the founder and CEO of Vintner’s Daughter, a cult-favorite skincare brand rooted in craftsmanship, performance, and radical quality. April’s journey is a rare one: from growing up in a Napa Valley winemaking family to formulating one of the most iconic serums …
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Ciento Cincuenta y Nueve - Mi Enemigo El Mamón
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The CharroBoys talk about what our biggest regrets in our mariachi careers are. We dive into your responses and also discuss clients asking to pay per song at a gig, is the grass really greener on the other side, can you put a price tag on experience, reverse caimanear, and having a plan B to a mariachi career. Jam-packed episode!…
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Balancing the Build: Sammi Cohen on Life Between 9–5 and the Creator Economy
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This week on WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with Sammi Cohen, creator, entrepreneur, podcast host, and former Amazon product manager who’s built a loyal following across Instagram, TikTok, and her own podcast, Social Currency. Known for her smart commentary at the intersection of business, tech, and culture, Sammi is part o…
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Your Side Hustle IS a Real Business! Navigate the Legal Side of Your Biz Early with LegalZoom’s Anu Sethee
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This week on WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with Anu Sethee, VP of Legal Practice and Attorney Services at LegalZoom. As the head of their law firm LZ Legal Services, Anu oversees the platform’s independent network of attorneys who support entrepreneurs and founders at every stage. With a deep understanding of how to go fro…
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Ciento Cincuenta y Ocho - Echame A Mi La Cuhhlpa
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The CharroBoys get into gig repertoire. As working mariachis, we don't usually hire other musicians. That being said, we figure we have an idea of what we would ask for if given the opportunity. We talk about paying for mariachi talon, asking for flashy songs, Sammy's wedding mariachi, and how mariachi songs can enhance the vibe of the situation it…
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Ciento Cincuenta y Siete - Ni Contigo, Ni Sin Beans
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The Charroboys talked about everything that happened this past weekend since we had no topic this week. Felt like those old episodes where we have a weekend recap. We get into a table not knowing that they have to pay for songs, Sammy watching his sister perform with Lupita Infante, why everybody keeps asking for mariachi loco, the heat, and gettin…
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Don’t Launch That Course Yet -–What to Do First with Alyson Stoner and Kajabi’s Allie Fernando
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Live from Create & Cultivate’s 2025 Festival, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with two powerhouse guests at the intersection of purpose, wellness, and digital entrepreneurship, Alyson Stoner and Allie Fernando. Alyson Stoner, actor, artist, and founder of Movement Genius, is redefining success by prioritizing emotional wellness and acc…
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Ciento Cincuenta y Seis - Por Qué No Le Jalas
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The CharroBoys dealt with a client who had the AUDACITY. As you know, clients who hire a mariachi can be your best friend or very quickly become a nightmare. We discuss a gig where we had to deal with an angry DJ and his Optimus Prime, how alcohol at chambas can negatively impact you, and crazy song requests that make us worry about mariachi music …
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Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are back with a brand new catch-up episode of WorkParty, this time live from New York City as Jaclyn celebrates turning 40 and steps into a major new chapter, personally and professionally. From closing the door on her LA era to testing the waters in NYC, Jaclyn opens up about choosing change over comfort and emb…
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Not Everyone Should Be an Entrepreneur: Hawa Hassan on Storytelling Centered Businesses
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In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are joined by chef, entrepreneur, and storyteller, Hawa Hassan! The powerhouse behind Basbaas Sauce and the James Beard Award-winning author of In Bibi’s Kitchen, now she’s back with a stunning new cookbook, Setting a Place for Us: Recipes and Stories of Displacement, Resilience, and…
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Ciento Cincuenta y Cinco - Se Va Marriando Mi Alma
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The CharroBoys had a take a week off for personal reasons but we’re back, boi. We get into why and then get a lil philosophical. What’s something you wish you could tell “past” you about being a mariachi/musician? After living through things like learning a bunch of rep, interacting with caimanes, people talking behind your back, what would you say…
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Second Time Smarter: Building a Billion-Dollar Business, Again, with Suneera Madhani
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In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton welcome guest Suneera Madhani, the trailblazing entrepreneur and founder behind Stax Payments, and now the visionary CEO of Worth AI. Suneera built Stax at 25 year old, scaling it to over $140 M in recurring revenue, and then into a business valued at over a billion dollars, making h…
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Turning Your Love of Travel Into a Legit Business with Fora’s CEO Henley Vazquez
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In this episode of WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton chat with Henley Vazquez, the co-founder and CEO of Fora, a modern travel platform reinventing the role of the travel advisor. With a background in luxury travel and a mission to create more accessible, flexible, and inclusive career paths, Henley has built a fast-growing community o…
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Ciento Cincuenta y Cuatro - Tu Cuhhmino y El Mío
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The CharroBoys are back after two weeks. Sammy went to Mexico and Albuquerque so he talks about his travels. We also discuss our experiences with mariachi conferences, like the Albuquerque Mariachi Spectacular. Victor missed out.By Sammy Ramirez & Victor Estrada
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Jeni Britton’s Take On How to Build a Sticky Brand with Staying Power
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This week on WorkParty, recorded live from Austin at this year’s SXSW, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with a true game-changer in the world of food, Jeni Britton. Not only is she the founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (aka, your favorite pint in the freezer aisle), but she’s sharing all about building her next iconic brand, Floura …
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From Solopreneur to VC Backed CEO: Marina Middleton
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Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton are back with a brand new episode of WorkParty, this time reflecting on Marina’s first year as CEO of Create & Cultivate and what it really takes to lead at the next level. They get honest about the hilarious and hard realities in the transition from running a lifestyle business as a solopreneur to operating a fu…
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Ciento Cincuenta y Tres - Del Altar A La Chamba
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The CharroBoys discuss a recent gig where a person threatened to hurt people at the gig we were supposed to play at. Got us thinking, what’s a situation where you felt like you were in danger? As musicians, we never know where or what we’re playing for until we actually get there. It can get scary real quick. We into your responses like being held …
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How Aleen Dreksler Built a Culture-Defining Media Empire with Betches
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This week on WorkParty, Jaclyn Johnson and Marina Middleton sit down with Aleen Dreksler, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Betches Media, the defining voice in culture for women and the go-to destination for hilarious, smart, and unfiltered content. In this episode, Aleen shares the full story of how she and her lifelong besties turned a s…
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