What happens when an artist reflects on legacy, passion, and human connection? In this episode, I’m joined by Luis Salgado, a multifaceted performer, director, choreographer, educator, and founder of Salgado Productions and R.Evolución Latina, for an honest conversation about his journey from Puerto Rico to Broadway, the power of cultural roots, and his mission to empower others through art.

We talk about his work on On Your Feet and his latest production of 1776 at Ford’s Theatre, where history, artistry, and personal responsibility intersect. Luis shares the challenges of directing with limited time and resources, his dedication to elevating Latino voices in theater, and how he uses his platform to give back to the next generation of artists.

From building community through art to balancing personal sacrifice and artistic fulfillment, this episode dives deep into the realities of a career built on passion, persistence, and purpose. Luis opens up about his relationship with his son, the lessons he's learning as a father, and the invaluable support of his family.

Grab a seat! This is a conversation that will make you rethink what it means to truly shine.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(00:39) Friends and collaborators: Diana talks about their collaboration

(01:49) Rehearsing 1776 in DC: Rehearsing 1776 in Washington, DC

(02:57) On your feet Chicago sprint: Fast-paced rehearsals for On Your Feet

(05:33) Why this story hits now: On Your Feet's timely impact.

(07:45) Opening night satisfaction: Luis expresses joy at opening night success

(10:51) Directing your own son: Luis discusses directing his son

(16:38) Roots in Puerto Rico: Embracing Puerto Rican roots in art

(19:52) From dreamer to leader: Transitioning from dreamer to leader

(23:03) Naivete, grit, and money lessons: Learning through struggle and financial challenges

(25:53) Humility and gratitude: The importance of humility and gratitude

(27:09) Burger King sacrifice: Luis’ mother’s sacrifice for small joys

(29:25) Dare to go beyond: Embracing the motto "dare to go beyond."

(30:50) Broadway setbacks: Overcoming Broadway challenges and setbacks

(32:14) Founding R.Evolución Latina to uplift Latino artists

(34:48) Free arts camp impact: Providing arts education to underserved youth

(37:10) Writing as liberation: Writing as personal and collective liberation

(42:39) New shows and gala: Upcoming projects and a gala performance

(47:16) Saved You a Seat: A listener shares a heartfelt message

(48:45) Final plot twist dream: Luis’ dream of gifting his mother a home

Connect with me:

Official website: https://www.backofyards.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muccidiana

Check out The Snugawinks of Cuddleton Falls: https://www.snugawinks.com

Connect with my guest:

Official website: https://salgadoproductions.com/

Official website: https://revolucionlatina.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-salgado-artist/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lsalgadoart/

What happens when a mother and daughter finally tell each other the truth? In this episode, I’m joined by my daughter Antoinette Beauchamp, founder of AB Coached, for a raw conversation about blame, divorce, life transformation, and the hidden cost of sharing your story publicly

We talk about the bedtime ritual that inspired The Snugawinks of Cuddleton Falls, and how “porch energy” (the unscripted and tender kind) is exactly what I want this podcast to feel like. Antoinette opens up about her fertility journey and the challenges of sharing so much publicly, which eventually pushed her to take a break from the weight of everyone else’s hopes.

From graduating high school early and moving abroad, to dating in New York and meeting her husband on Hinge, to navigating fertility struggles and family healing–this is what honest mother-daughter relationships actually sound like.

Grab a seat! This one is tender, funny, and full of heart.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(00:39) Gratitude for inspiring the podcast

(01:15) Cozy family banter and Florida life

(02:03) Acupuncture, IVF, and the fertility journey

(04:23) Finding fun again after heavy chapters

(07:44) Leaving home early and Antoinette’s many lives

(14:51) Coming of age in Spain, Australia, and New York

(20:59) That year where everything changed

(27:05) Finding love in your chaotic twenties

(31:19) The journey from party girl to yoga girl

(34:21) When going all in becomes too much

(36:52) On building a coaching business

(43:29) Something you may not know about Antoinette

(50:24) From bedtime stories to life’s big lessons

Connect with me:

Official website: https://www.backofyards.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muccidiana

Check out The Snugawinks of Cuddleton Falls: https://www.snugawinks.com

Connect with my guest:

Official website: https://www.abcoached.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinette-beauchamp/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcoached

Have you ever had a place where you could finally exhale and be completely yourself? For me, that place was the porch.

In this episode, I share the story behind Your Porch or Mine. Storytelling has always been important to me and the porch became that sacred space where honesty and connection found a cozy spot. Here you’ll hear about my full, messy, beautiful life and my hope is that it helps you open up a little about yours. I’ll start by being honest, so you don’t have to go first.

This podcast is my invitation to you to pull up a chair, laugh, cry, and share your truth without judgment. Because in a world full of noise, we all need a place where we can be real, and where we’re reminded that we’re not alone.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:49) The porch as a special place to connect

(03:44) Why we need to tell and hear more stories

(05:55) A place for truth and laughter

Connect with me:

Official website: https://www.backofyards.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muccidiana