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
26 episodes
All I Want for Christmas is Peace | Navigating Holiday Gatherings, Conflicts, & Self-Care | Episode 26
The holidays are supposed to be joyful… but for many of us, they bring tension, grief, unresolved family dynamics, and unspoken expectations.In Episode 26 of the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, Vlad and Angie sit with the truth of the...
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Episode 26
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1:06:18
Runaway Love: Responsibility & Real Talk | Diddy, IPV, & Modern Relationships | Episode #25
⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic language and discussions of violence, intimate partner violence (IPV), and domestic violence (DV). Viewer and listener discretion is strongly advised. If you or someone y...
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Episode 25
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1:14:02
Why Does She Stay? Life After Divorce, Why We Leave, & What No One Tells You | Episode #24
In this week’s episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive deep into the alarming realities of modern divorce: why people stay longer than they should, why they eventually leave, and what life looks like after the paper...
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Episode 24
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1:01:54
Grief and Gravy: How to Embrace New Traditions While Healing Your Holiday Wounds | Episode 23
In this heartfelt post-Thanksgiving episode, Vlad and Angie dive into the complex emotions many of us carry into the holiday season—especially those who grew up in chaotic or unstable households. As the holidays approach, old wounds, unmet expe...
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Episode 23
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1:11:48
It Takes a Village: How We Intentionally Created Our Family & Why It's Important | Episode 22
EPISODE 22: “From Acquaintances to Family — Choosing Our Village, Raising Our Kids, and Protecting Our Values”This week on Roots & Rhythm, Angie returns to join Vlad for a heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply grounding conv...
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Episode 22
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1:14:52
Bloodline |Breaking the Cycle: Healing from Generational Dysfunction | Episode 21
This week on Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie tackle one of the most important conversations yet — how to break free from generational dysfunction. From questioning faith and parental influence to learning empathy and setting ...
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Episode 21
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1:00:51
Many Men | Vulnerability, Masculinity & the Patriarchy with Cordan James Haveron | Episode 20
In this powerful episode of Roots & Rhythm, we sit down with Cordan James Haveron (@cordanjamesspeaks) to explore what it truly means to be a man in today’s world. Together, ...
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Episode 20
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1:19:48
The Healing Trap: When Self-Work Becomes Self-Sabotage | Episode 19
In this week’s episode of the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, hosts Vlad & Angie explore a question that many of us avoid asking: How much healing is “enough” before entering a relationship?They dive deep into the ...
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Episode 19
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49:58
Me, Myself & I: Balancing Individuality and Togetherness in Love| Episode 18
In this week’s episode of the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, hosts Vlad and Angie explore the real talk behind love, sacrifice, and individuality in relationships. 💞 They unpack how to balance giving and gaining, why ...
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Episode 18
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1:02:50
Love is Therapy | Self-Awareness, Confidence & Dating: Is Cockiness a Turn-On? | Episode #17
EPISODE 17: “Love Is Therapy” — Roots & Rhythm PodcastThis week, Vlad and Angie explore how self-love and acceptance are key ingredients to confidence in any committed relationship. Drawing inspiration from ...
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Episode 17
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47:32
Banderas Rojas 🚩 | Relationships Red Flags: Are We Getting Better at Spotting Red Flags, or Becoming Them? | Episode 16
This week, Angie and Vlad unpack one of the most viral relationship topics — red flags. 🚩 They share how they used to define them in their early 20s vs. how marriage, healing, and parenthood have transformed their perspective today.
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Episode 16
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1:17:58
Faith, Family & Drugs | How Culture, Religion & Upbringing Shaped Our Experiences | Episode 15
In this episode of Roots and Rhythm, hosts Vlad and Angie discuss the complex topics of faith, family, and substance use, particularly focusing on drugs like cannabis and psilocybin. They share personal experiences, cultural attitudes, and the ...
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Episode 15
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1:11:02
21 Questions | The Answers Couples Need Clarity for | Infidelity, Intimacy, Money & Boundaries | Episode 14
his week on the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, Angie and Vlad sit down for one of their most honest and vulnerable conversations yet. While the episode title is inspired by 50 Cent’s legendary track 21 Questions, this isn’t a lit...
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Episode 14
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1:05:37
Praying For You | Navigating Faith, Peace & Personal Values | Episode #13
Inspired by Grammy Award-winning Rapper Lecrae's 2007 hit, on this week's episode of Roots & Rhythm Angie and Vlad share their personal journeys with faith and organized religion. From childhood church experiences to the ...
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Episode 13
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1:03:28
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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1:04:45
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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1:06:28
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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54:07
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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57:09
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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1:02:04
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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1:10:51