Ever wonder what fuels passion and creativity? Candid & Curious with Nina takes you behind the scenes of fascinating people and careers, uncovering the human stories that drive them. Hosted by artist and storyteller Nina A Padilla, each episode is an honest, intimate conversation with inspiring individuals who are unapologetically themselves. Tune in to learn, laugh, and stay curious.
Candid & Curious
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Ever wonder what fuels passion and creativity? Candid & Curious with Nina takes you behind the scenes of fascinating people and careers, uncovering the human stories that drive them. Hosted by artist and storyteller Nina A Padilla, each episode is an honest, intimate conversation with inspiring individuals who are unapologetically themselves. Tune in to learn, laugh, and stay curious.
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Recent Episodes
December 31, 2025
Health, Wellness & Beauty with Dr. Natasha Gonzales & Krista Clark
<p>In this final episode of season 2 of Candid & Curious with Nina, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to take care of yourself — inside and out. From gut health to glowing skin, and from fitness to mindset, Nina sits down with two powerhouse women whose expertise bridges the worlds of health and beauty. Together, they explore how wellness isn’t vanity — it’s vitality. Join us for a candid conversation on how to feel good, look good, and live well at every stage of life.</p>
December 17, 2025
Purpose, Perseverance & the Power of Serving Others: The Story of Chef Lorris
<p>In this heartfelt episode of Candid & Curious with Nina, we sit down with <strong>Chef Lorris “Pops-G” Gibson</strong>, the Executive Chef at Faith Kitchen on the Haven for Hope campus. Known for his deep compassion, creativity, and culinary expertise, Chef Lorris and his team prepares thousands of meals every week for San Antonio’s homeless community — proving that food is more than sustenance; it’s connection, dignity, and hope.</p><p>We’ll explore Chef Lorris’s inspiring journey — from his roots and challenges to his calling in the kitchen, his experience with the Chick-fil-A Shared Table program, and how he uses food to heal and serve. This episode is a story of redemption, service, and the extraordinary power of one person choosing to feed both stomachs and souls.</p>
December 3, 2025
Advocacy, Education & Embracing Neurodivergence with Nicole Santiago
<p>In this episode of Candid & Curious with Nina, we dive deep into the world of neurodivergence and advocacy with <strong>Nicole Santiago, M.Ed.</strong>, learning specialist and founder of Family ADDventures Advocacy. Nicole shares her journey from struggling to secure support for her own son, to becoming a powerful advocate for families navigating the education system.</p><p>We explore what it means to be neurodivergent in a neurotypical world, why advocacy is essential, and how parents, educators, and individuals can better understand and embrace different ways of thinking. This is a candid, heartfelt, and empowering conversation about building confidence, breaking stigma, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.</p>
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