9 episodes

Conversations about how you spend your time following passions, interests and hobbies. Hosted by Alicia Torres, a native Texan living in England. If she knows them, she is interviewing them.

Chill with Friends Alicia Torres

    • Leisure

Conversations about how you spend your time following passions, interests and hobbies. Hosted by Alicia Torres, a native Texan living in England. If she knows them, she is interviewing them.

    002 - Chilling with Mariangie, a Houstonian Who Values Woman Empowerment

    002 - Chilling with Mariangie, a Houstonian Who Values Woman Empowerment

    In this episode, Mariangie shares about her moved to Houston, TX from Venezuela as a freshman in high school. She explains the adversity she faced and the drive it took to find Texas A&M University.  We talk about what it's like to be a professional woman on a journey to success, the importance of support systems and true crime! Enjoy a conversation with another Aggie who is constantly inspiring and motivating me. 

    • 51 min
    007 - Chilling with Rob, a Podcast Producer from Texas

    007 - Chilling with Rob, a Podcast Producer from Texas

    In this episode, Rob gives us an inside look at producing podcasts. (He does not produce this one... yet!) He explains why storytelling is important and how that developed into his passion for podcasts. Rob takes us through his radio and journalism experience at Texas A&M University during his undergrad to his master's program at the University of North Texas. Listen in for some friends being a little nerdy about podcasts and how they bring communities together. 

    • 27 min
    006 - Chilling with Camille, an Animal Crossing Enthusiast from Houston, TX

    006 - Chilling with Camille, an Animal Crossing Enthusiast from Houston, TX

    In this episode, a former colleague and now lifelong friend Camille shares about the world of Animal Crossing. This rebooted trend has taken the stage in 2020 and I have been a little left behind. Camille fills me in on the logistics of the game, the drama and the new friends found while playing. We also dabble in some marketing talk and true crime because we care about well-balanced content. Listen in to hear more about Camille's exciting second life as Lincoln and the buds she has found from the comfort of her own home! 

    • 35 min
    005 - Chilling with Jacob M., An Artist from Texas

    005 - Chilling with Jacob M., An Artist from Texas

    In this episode, Jacob M. shares what life is like as an artist who specializes in cartoon and animation. He took a big leap when he chose to pursue his passion and get a master's from a prestigious art school, but it has proved to be absolutely worth it! We talk about being an artist on Instagram, what selling prints at trade shows can be like and how he manages the business side of things. Listen for the interesting projects he has going on and how to navigate being creative on social media.

    • 35 min
    004 - Chilling with Jacob C., A Rugby Player from Essex

    004 - Chilling with Jacob C., A Rugby Player from Essex

    In this episode, I interview Jacob who is the captain of a local rugby team. He explains how he found his passion for rugby and the bond that is found on and off the field. As this interview took place during the isolation, he has had to have patience and still motivate his team while their season is placed on hold. We talk fitness, the commitment this sport requires and what it will look like for him once team sports are free to play again.

    • 18 min
    003 - Chilling with Laura Alexis, a Music Lover Passionate About Work-Life Balance

    003 - Chilling with Laura Alexis, a Music Lover Passionate About Work-Life Balance

    In this episode, I interview my older sister Laura Alexis. As someone who usually has her social calendar full of concerts and music festivals, she shares show she has adjusted to the current state of "shelter in place." While she currently lives in San Francisco, she also explains her move from her home in Texas while working in sales and tech. She is passionate about work-life balance and the way music can bring a community together. Tune into my sister and I chatting about isolation, raving in our living rooms and the importance of tunes.

    • 32 min

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