Stay Tranquilo

The undefeated Miami native shares his journey from high school wrestling to law enforcement, balancing life as a Miami-Dade deputy with the demands of professional MMA, and the work ethic that helped him turn a longtime dream into reality.
Luis also talks about representing the 305 on the biggest stage in combat sports, training with Jorge Masvidal, the growth of MMA in South Florida, and his ultimate goal: fighting — and eventually headlining — a UFC card right here in Miami.
We also get into his Cuban roots, his 100% finish mentality, the support of his wife and family, and the affirmations he wrote years ago saying one day he would make it to the UFC.
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0:00 The Dream of a Miami Main Event
1:04 A Chance Encounter at 30,000 Feet
2:52 The Reality of a Whirlwind Week
5:24 Representing the Badge in the Cage
9:08 From High School Wrestling to the Pro Ranks
22:04 Looking Ahead to the Next Fight
#StayTranquilo #LuisHernandez #UFC #DanaWhiteContenderSeries #Miami #MMA #305

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Ron takes us back to the early days of Zoo Miami, shares the story behind his iconic Hurricane Andrew flamingo photo, explains how zoos have evolved from attractions into conservation institutions, and opens up about how his upbringing and his father shaped his lifelong passion for animals.
We also dive into Ron’s push to make the American flamingo Florida’s official state bird, why he believes the flamingo represents the entire state, the conservation success story behind its return to Florida, and the ongoing work to restore the Everglades.
Plus, Ron shares:
🦁 How Zoo Miami has changed over his 46-year career
🐘 Why elephants are the most incredible animals he’s experienced in the wild
🌎 His perspective on climate change and the next generation of conservationists
💰 Why chasing money alone won’t make you happy
❤️ The wild story of how a crocodile bite eventually led him to meeting his wife
🦩 Why Florida needs the flamingo as its state bird
🌴 His favorite Cuban food
😎 And what it means to truly Stay Tranquilo
A conversation about following your purpose, protecting the natural world, appreciating what really matters, and doing what you love.
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0:00 The State Bird Debate
0:45 A Legend in Conservation
2:21 The Evolution of Zoo Miami
4:00 A Crocodile and a Love Story
6:24 The Greatest Scam in the World
10:58 The Squirrel That Changed Everything
24:33 The Campaign for the Flamingo
#RonMagill #ZooMiami #StayTranquilo #Miami #Florida #Flamingo #Wildlife #Conservation #Everglades #Podcast

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Isabella shares her journey from being born in Cuba, moving through Spain and eventually settling in Miami, to discovering her passion for racing and competing internationally in France.
We dive into what it really takes to pursue a career in motorsports — from six-figure racing budgets and finding sponsors to building a personal brand, training mentally and physically, and refusing to quit when the odds are stacked against you.
We also talk about Cuba’s forgotten motorsports history, the importance of representing Cuban culture on an international stage, Isabella’s goals for the next generation of Cuban drivers, and a major next step in her racing career that she’s getting ready to announce.
In this episode:
🏎️ Becoming the first Cuban driver on the Formula 1 ladder
🇨🇺 Growing up between Cuba, Spain & Miami
🏁 Racing internationally in France
💰 The business and sponsorship side of motorsports
🧠 Mindset, persistence & overcoming adversity
📱 Why social media has become essential for modern athletes
🔥 What’s next for Isabella’s racing career
🌴 What it means to Stay Tranquilo
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0:00 The Forgotten History of F1 in Cuba
0:57 Meet the First Cuban-American F1 Driver
2:08 The Unspoken Truth About Success
5:42 From Havana to Miami: A Journey of Resilience
12:28 Born with a Passion for Speed
19:01 The Brutal Reality of Racing Economics
28:03 The Power of Personal Branding for Athletes
42:02 Inspiring the Next Generation of Cuban Drivers
#StayTranquilo #IsabellaAbreu #Formula1 #F1 #Motorsports #CubanAmerican #Racing

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Chris shares his journey from earning his PhD and researching pediatric brain cancer to joining Live Like Bella, where he now helps build partnerships and initiatives designed to make a greater impact for children and families facing cancer.
We dive into the Comprehensive Childhood Cancer Network (CCCN) — Live Like Bella’s collaborative initiative aimed at creating a centralized ecosystem for childhood cancer resources, research, clinical trials, education, and support.
Chris also discusses:
🎗️ His journey from pediatric cancer researcher to Live Like Bella
🔬 The latest advancements in childhood cancer research
🤝 Why collaboration between hospitals, researchers, physicians, and families matters
🌐 The Comprehensive Childhood Cancer Network and its new family resource portal
🤖 How AI and shared data could impact the future of pediatric cancer research
🏥 Florida’s growing investment in childhood cancer research
💰 Why pediatric cancer remains underfunded compared to adult cancer
🎤 Live Like Bella’s upcoming Childhood Cancer Research Symposium
💃 Bella’s Ball and how supporters can get involved
❤️ What it truly means to Live Like Bella
Live Like Bella continues to honor Bella Rodriguez-Torres’ legacy by helping families, funding research, advocating for childhood cancer initiatives, and connecting the people working toward better outcomes for children everywhere.
The 6th Annual Live Like Bella Childhood Cancer Research Symposium takes place September 24–25, with the CCCN portal officially becoming available to the public on September 25.
Bella’s Ball follows on September 26.
Whether through donating, volunteering, attending an event, or simply spreading awareness, there are countless ways to support the mission.
🎧 Tune in for an inspiring conversation about research, collaboration, hope, and the continued legacy of Bella.
#StayTranquilo #LiveLikeBella #ChildhoodCancer #PediatricCancer #CancerResearch #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #LiveLikeBellaFoundation #StayTranquiloPodcast

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0:00 Intro, the pour & why Diplomático is a legacy brand

4:17 200 years of Venezuelan rum & going global (0 → 103)

10:09 The strategy: craft over budget & smart distribution

16:21 Community, hospitality & the people behind the brand

22:45 Cracking the US: sales, migration & the pandemic years

34:15 The Brown-Forman acquisition & keeping the soul

47:51 What's next: Café Diplomático & the go-to lineup

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