Healing Ourselves Heals Our Hoods

Deziana Torres
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Deziana Torres creates a space for raw and real conversations about all the adversities many of us silently struggle with. Topics ranging from childhood trauma, oppression faced in hoods, navigation through oppressive and racist institutions, toxic and healthy love, and lastly a journey towards healing and self-love. She invites guests who are experts over their own lives and life experiences who vulnerably share their truth with a hope to validate others.  If you grew up in the hood and often felt like your life experiences weren't advocated for, this is the podcast for you. 

  1. LEGACY IN MOTION With Nsimba Webster

    Feb 28

    LEGACY IN MOTION With Nsimba Webster

    “Legacy in Motion” takes listeners inside the remarkable journey of Nsimba Webster—an Antioch, California native whose path from Deer Valley High School standout to professional athlete is defined not only by records and highlights, but by grit, loss, resilience, and purpose. Interviewing him, is his own family Johnnie Hines who facilitates this discussion as it relates to the LLL Collective Theory.Raised in the heart of Antioch, Nsimba’s early years were shaped by community, competition, and an unwavering belief that his story mattered. At Deer Valley, he shattered expectations and set new standards, leaving a legacy that still echoes through the halls and the stadium lights. But behind the stats and school records lies the real story, one built on challenges powerful enough to reroute a life.In each episode, Nsimba opens the door to the moments that tested him most: the losses that humbled him, the setbacks that forced him to grow, and the lessons that ultimately propelled him closer to his calling. With honesty and heart, he breaks down how each experience, good or bad, became a stepping stone toward his impact both on and off the field.This podcast is more than a sports story. It’s a journey into identity, perseverance, community, and the pursuit of legacy. Join Nsimba Webster as he unpacks the truth behind his rise and invites listeners to discover their own power in the process.Follow Nsimba Webster Here: Instagram: @nsimbawebster, @ambition4freedom, @ononesock

    58 min
  2. From Surviving to Supported: Becca Ferguson on Postpartum Healing

    12/18/2025

    From Surviving to Supported: Becca Ferguson on Postpartum Healing

    Special guest Becca Ferguson returns for a powerful and honest update on her journey into motherhood, this time navigating postpartum life with her newborn baby girl. In this episode, Becca reflects on how far she has come since her first appearance—offering a grounded look at healing, growth, and the lessons motherhood continues to teach her.She speaks candidly about the importance of a supportive partner and the power of a true village—people who show up with open arms, practical help, and unwavering love. From emotional recovery to learning how to receive support, Becca’s story highlights what becomes possible when no one has to carry postpartum healing alone.Listeners will hear the evolution of her voice, her confidence, and her capacity to hold both the challenges and the beauty of new motherhood—making this episode a testament to resilience, community, and the legacy we build when we allow ourselves to be supported.

    48 min
  3. Boundaries, Balance, and Becoming: A Conversation with Estephanie Fuentes

    09/18/2025

    Boundaries, Balance, and Becoming: A Conversation with Estephanie Fuentes

    In this episode, we sit down with Estephanie Fuentes, a powerful voice in youth mentorship and motherhood. With 15 years of service dedicated to guiding young people, Estephanie has built a legacy rooted in resilience, compassion, and lived experience. As a mentor, she has poured into countless youth, helping them discover their potential beyond the labels and limits placed on them. As a mother, she has navigated the complexities of single parenthood, turning her own struggles with identity and boundaries into lessons that now uplift other women walking a similar path. Estephanie opens up about the challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood, healing through self-discovery, and creating safe spaces where mothers can reclaim their voices and their power. Her story is a reminder that our journeys—no matter how heavy—can become blueprints of strength for others.

    35 min
  4. Solve for X: When Trauma Walks Into Algebra Class

    09/04/2025

    Solve for X: When Trauma Walks Into Algebra Class

    In this powerful episode of Healing Ourselves Heals Our Hoods, host Deziana Torres (Confi_Dez) shares a true story from her upcoming book When The Chains Fall. “Solve for X, X = 2500 – 24 Hours” takes listeners back to Deziana’s 9th grade year in algebra class — a space where numbers on the board collided with the unprocessed weight of trauma. Behind the equations, there was a deeper calculation: how can a young person learn when their mind is still fighting the wars they see outside the window? This episode doesn’t just tell a story — it issues an invitation. For educators, policymakers, and all who work with youth in urban cities: listen to lived experiences, humanize our struggles, and create curricula and policies that hold space for processing, healing, and resilience. Because the answer to “X” isn’t only found in math — it’s found in building classrooms and communities where survival doesn’t silence learning.

    17 min
  5. Seeds from the Struggle: Growing Tomorrow’s Leaders With Dr. Jose Gutierrez

    08/20/2025

    Seeds from the Struggle: Growing Tomorrow’s Leaders With Dr. Jose Gutierrez

    In this episode of Healing Ourselves Heals Our Hoods, we’re joined by Dr. Jose Gutierrez — educator, Principal, and CEO of Resilient Roots — whose story reminds us that transformation is possible when we honor both the struggle and the seed it plants.Through the lens of the 3L Collective Theory — Losses + Lessons = Legacy — Dr. Gutierrez reflects on the challenges and setbacks that shaped his path. From personal battles to professional crossroads, each loss became an invitation to grow, each lesson a root of resilience that grounds his leadership today.His legacy? To create authentic spaces for young leaders to rise — not just with titles, but with genuine support, purpose, and vision. Dr. Gutierrez embodies the belief that when we plant seeds in struggle, we grow leaders who carry legacy forward for generations to come.Tune in for a conversation about resilience, faith in community, and the power of building legacies that last.Resilient Roots Website: Resilientrootsed.org

    43 min
  6. Aiming High with Sylvia High

    08/13/2025

    Aiming High with Sylvia High

    In this inspiring episode of Healing Ourselves Heals Our Hoods, transformational leader Sylvia High shares her journey of building a legacy rooted in service, healing, and faith. Through the lens of the 3L Collective Theory — Losses + Lessons = Legacy — Sylvia opens up about the failures that became her greatest teachers, and how her unwavering belief in something greater carried her through seasons that could have broken her. Her work has transformed countless lives across the globe, including deeply influencing host Deziana Torres, whose upcoming book carries threads of Sylvia’s wisdom woven throughout its pages. Together, they explore how faith fuels resilience, how failure forges clarity, and how transformation is not just personal — it’s a gift to humanity. 🎧 This conversation is for anyone standing at the crossroads of doubt and destiny. Be reminded: your legacy is built one brave step at a time. #3LCollective #LossesLessonsLegacy #SylviaHigh #TransformationWork #Healing

    5 min
  7. Faith Through the Fire: C. Lee’s Journey of Losses, Lessons & Legacy

    08/06/2025

    Faith Through the Fire: C. Lee’s Journey of Losses, Lessons & Legacy

    In this episode of Healing Ourselves Heals Our Hoods, we sit down with C. Lee — a man whose story is proof that faith can carry you through the deepest valleys and toward the brightest horizons. Through the lens of the 3L Collective Theory — Losses + Lessons = Legacy — C. Lee opens up about the personal battles that shaped him: the heartbreaks, the hard decisions, and the moments where faith was the only thing keeping him standing. From navigating loss to uncovering lessons that changed his direction, his journey is a powerful reminder that legacy isn’t just what we leave behind — it’s how we live in the now, guided by belief, purpose, and resilience. This conversation is raw, real, and rooted in hope. Whether you’ve been in the fire or you’re still walking through it, C. Lee’s testimony will remind you: with faith, every setback can be a step toward legacy. #3LCollective #LossesLessonsLegacy #FaithAndHealing #TestimonyTuesday #HealingOurselvesHealsOurHoods #UrbanHealing #Commun

    38 min
  8. From Survival to Legacy: Introducing the 3L Collective Theory

    07/30/2025

    From Survival to Legacy: Introducing the 3L Collective Theory

    In this powerful premiere episode of Healing Ourselves Heals Our Hoods, host Deziana Torres, MSW, breaks down the theory that’s been shifting hearts and healing communities: Losses + Lessons = Legacy. Joined by Johnnie Hines, the two dive deep into how the 3L Collective Theory was born — from personal pain, professional practice, and the urgent need to transform how we show up for our youth, our neighborhoods, and ourselves. Expect real stories, raw truths, and radical hope — because legacy doesn’t start when we die. It starts the moment we decide to live different.

    49 min
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Deziana Torres creates a space for raw and real conversations about all the adversities many of us silently struggle with. Topics ranging from childhood trauma, oppression faced in hoods, navigation through oppressive and racist institutions, toxic and healthy love, and lastly a journey towards healing and self-love. She invites guests who are experts over their own lives and life experiences who vulnerably share their truth with a hope to validate others.  If you grew up in the hood and often felt like your life experiences weren't advocated for, this is the podcast for you. 

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