
One Thousand Gurus Podcast
Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a software project manager, self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, dancer, stand-up comedian, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world.
Podcasting since 2024 • 44 episodes
One Thousand Gurus Podcast
Latest Episodes
#43: RJ Manalo - Music Production, forming Project: AKOOL, and the “Filipino Infinity Stones”
RJ Manalo shares his journey as a Filipino-American musician, producer, and audio engineer who finds fulfillment in creating opportunities for others through Project: AKOOL.• Born on the East Coast but raised in Rancho Cucamonga, RJ was...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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57:38

#42: Marie Potts - Lessons of a Young Parent, Animal Advocacy, and Having a Gratitude Mindset
Host J.R. welcomes his mother, Marie Potts, for a heartfelt conversation exploring her life experiences, parenting philosophy, and the values that shaped their family.• Growing up in Northern California as the oldest of five siblings an...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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55:38

#41: Eric Y. Chen - Learning Sales & Marketing, Launching Sabobatage, and Growing Businesses from A to Z
Eric Y Chen shares his journey from high school student with business dreams to serial entrepreneur with multiple successful ventures, including a viral card game and shipping company.• Growing up watching his father in business ignited...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:01:39

#40: Vanessa Barrios - Authenticity in Content Creation, Dealing with Haters, and Toxic Relationships
Vanessa Barrios shares her journey from an aspiring influencer to a dynamic content creator with 300,000 followers across platforms, showing how authenticity and consistency have been key to her success.• Started content creation after ...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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57:16

#39: Hazier Rios - Improving Relationships, the Influence of Media & Government, and Cultivating More Peace
Educator and psychology student Hazier Rios returns for a deeper conversation about how our education system fails to teach critical life skills while exploring ways to find peace in an increasingly chaotic world.• Critical gaps in educ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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47:47
