
Roots and Rhythm Podcast
At Roots and Rhythm, we are dedicated to sharing the rich tapestry of our lived experiences. Through heartfelt stories about marriage, relationships, and parenting, we aim to create a space where listeners can find connection, understanding, and inspiration. Our mission is to celebrate the diverse journeys that shape our lives, fostering a sense of community and belonging for all. Join us as we explore the rhythms of life, one story at a time.
Episodes
12 episodes
Across the Lines | Racism, Parenting, and Identity: First Encounters | Roots & Rhythm Podcast Episode #12
This week, Vlad and Angie dive deep into the realities of racism as immigrants, as parents, and as people still shaping their identities in America.Vlad shares his very first encounter with racism in school—an experience that reve...
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Episode 12
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No New Friends | Navigating New Relationships, Learning How and When To Let Go | Episode 11
🎙️ In this week’s episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive into the complexities of building and maintaining friendships in adulthood.As parents in their thirties, they reflect on what truly qualifies as friendship, wh...
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Episode 11
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Shawty is a Ten | Celebrating 100 Downloads, Countless Mistakes & Important Lessons | Episode 10
🎉 Episode 10 of Roots & Rhythm is here, and we’re celebrating over 100 downloads! In this milestone episode, Angie and Vlad reflect on the journey through our first ten episodes—complete with trial and error, lessons learned, and h...
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Episode 10
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39:08

Where Did We Go Wrong? | Are Women Better Off Without Men? | Episode 9
🔥 HEATED DEBATE: Are Women REALLY Happier Without Men & Kids? A YaleGlobal study asks: Should Women Stay Single?—suggesting single, child-free women are healthier and happier than their married counterpa...
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Episode 9
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I Love the 90's | Living in a Different World | Episode 8
Bright colors, cassette tapes, TV jingles, and that unforgettable dial-up tone—Angie and Vlad are taking it all the way back! In this throwback episode, we talk about what it was really like growing up in the 1990s. From Saturday morning cartoo...
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Episode 8
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Get it Together | Work-Life Balance & Personal Development | Episode 7
In this episode of Roots and Rhythm, Angie and Vlad get personal about what they do for work—and how they don’t let work do them. From setting boundaries to prioritizing self-care, they unpack the importance of creating harmon...
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Episode 7
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55:57

Lean on Me | Mental Health, Systems, & Recovery | Ep. 6
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses mental illness, trauma, and recovery. If you are struggling, know that you are not alone. Support and healing are within reach. ❤️In this honest and emotional episode, Vlad and Angie dive...
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Episode 6
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41:35

Cater 2 U | Traditions, Teamwork & Talking It Out | Ep. 5
This week on Roots & Rhythm, Angie and Vlad explore how cultural expectations and traditional roles shape relationships. From what they saw growing up to how they navigate partnership today, this episode dives deep into balancing r...
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Episode 5
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Can We Talk? | Modern Love & Marriage | Ep.4
In this episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive deep into the dynamics of modern love—from married life to what dating would look like if they were single in today’s world. They reflect on how relationship expectations have ...
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Episode 4
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No Money, More Problems | Ep. 3
🔍 Overview: On this week’s episode of Roots & Rhythm 🎧, Vlad and Angie take an intimate look at how money shapes our lives—both then and now. Drawing on their family histories and hard-won lessons from married life, they...
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Episode 3
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