S4: EP 8 - Andrea Gomez, Willie Lora, and Dawna Campbell

S4: EP 8 - Andrea Gomez, Willie Lora, and Dawna Campbell

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April 15, 2026 · 1h 9m · Season 4 · Episode 8

About this episode

This episode features a discussion on journalism and career building with guests from the Los Angeles Tribune.

This week, host Arnold Gacita is joined by a true "Media Dream Team": Andrea Gomez , Willie Lora , and Dawna Campbell of the Los Angeles Tribune. We are back at Amalfi Restaurant in Houston for a deep dive into journalism, global PR, and the grit required to build a world-class career from the ground up. From the high-stakes newsrooms of CNN and ABC News to the intersection of finance and subconscious programming, this episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to break barriers. Episode Highlights: Hustle & Heart: Andrea Gomez shares how she worked 16-hour days between a newspaper and a TV station to master her craft while learning a new language. The Bunker Interview: Willie Lora recounts the incredible story of being driven through Havana for a secret interview with Hugo Chavez in an underground bunker. From Worth to Net Worth: Dawna Campbell explains the soul-level connection between how we value ourselves and our financial success. The Future is Digital: An exclusive look at the expansion of the Houston Times and Houston Times Español. About the Guests: Andrea Gomez: Former Univision news anchor, PR strategist, and current VP of the Los Angeles…

People in this episode

Host: Arnold Gacita

Guests: Andrea Gomez, Willie Lora, Dawna Campbell

Topics covered

  • journalism
  • global PR
  • career development
  • financial success
  • digital media
  • subconscious programming

Keywords

  • media
  • PR strategy
  • career grit
  • financial value
  • digital expansion
  • Hugo Chavez
  • subconscious reprogramming

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Los Angeles Tribune, CNN, ABC News

Places: Havana, Houston, Houston Times, Houston Times Español

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