This week, Yris sits down with award-winning actress Diana Maria Riva. With standout roles in hit series like Netflix’s “Dead to Me” and HBO Max’s “Gordita Chronicles,” Diana has managed to build a career and reputation that rivals most. In this episode, Diana reflects on what it was like growing up in Ohio as a first-generation Dominican American, why she’s always been intentional about minimizing household expenses, how she’s dealt with rejection and criticism in the industry, and what inspired her organization, Latinas Acting Up.

This week, Yris sits down with award-winning actress Diana Maria Riva. With standout roles in hit series like Netflix&rsquo;s &ldquo;Dead to Me&rdquo; and HBO Max&rsquo;s &ldquo;Gordita Chronicles,&rdquo; Diana has managed to build a career and reputation that rivals most. In this episode, Diana reflects on what it was like growing up in Ohio as a first-generation Dominican American, why she&rsquo;s always been intentional about minimizing household expenses, how she&rsquo;s dealt with rejection and criticism in the industry, and what inspired her organization, Latinas Acting Up.

What does it take to rewrite your story when the odds are stacked against you? Against All Odds is a podcast that amplifies the voices of those who defied expectations, shattered barriers, and broke generational patterns. Hosted by Yris Palmer (Former Celebrity Lash Tech/Owner of Star Lash Extensions, Entrepreneur & Investor) a child of immigrant parents who forged a path to success against all obstacles, this show dives deep into the resilience, grit, and mindset of individuals who refused to be defined by their circumstances.

Each episode features raw, inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and change-makers who turned struggle into strength. If you’ve ever felt like the underdog, this podcast is your proof that the impossible is within reach.

New episodes every Tuesday on iHeartRadio and YouTube. 

Against all Odds is a Hyphenate Media Group production in partnership with iHeart’s My Cultura Podcast Network.

What does it take to rewrite your story when the odds are stacked against you? Against All Odds is a podcast that amplifies the voices of those who defied expectations, shattered barriers, and broke generational patterns. Hosted by Yris Palmer (Former Celebrity Lash Tech/Owner of Star Lash Extensions, Entrepreneur &amp; Investor) a child of immigrant parents who forged a path to success against all obstacles, this show dives deep into the resilience, grit, and mindset of individuals who refused to be defined by their circumstances.
Each episode features raw, inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and change-makers who turned struggle into strength. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt like the underdog, this podcast is your proof that the impossible is within reach.
New episodes every Tuesday on iHeartRadio and YouTube.&nbsp;
Against all Odds is a Hyphenate Media Group production in partnership with iHeart&rsquo;s My Cultura Podcast Network.

Against All Odds with Yris Palmer

Diana Maria Riva on Building a Lasting Career in Hollywood

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