Marqise Lee: From Foster Care to the NFL 

This week, Yris is joined by former NFL wide receiver, Marqise Lee. Most know Marqise for his All-American title - including his 5-year stint with the Jacksonville Jaguars - but few know that the cards were stacked against him from an early age. Tune in to hear his story, including what it was like…

Chiquis: Finding a Path Forward after Pain, Suffering and Loss

Trigger Warning: This podcast discusses themes of suicide and sexual abuse. It may be triggering for some. Today, we’re joined by Latin Gammy-award winning artist, entrepreneur, author and My Cultura podcast host Chiquis! Her journey to stardom and success has been an uphill battle. We’ll have an …

Yris and Ayla: A Heartfelt Conversation Between Mother and Daughter 

This week, Yris is joined by her daughter, best friend and soulmate, Ayla Palmer. We’ll hear about how different their upbringings have been, why Yris thinks it’s important to teach her daughter about financial literacy, what they enjoy most about each other and what a typical day in Ayla’s life lo…

Ask Yris Anything: Mom Guilt, Manifesting, Investing and More

On this week’s episode of “Against All Odds,” Yris dedicates an entire episode to you, the listener. We asked listeners to submit their burning questions for Yris - and you guys delivered! Tune in to hear Yris open up about everything from how she copes with “mom guilt” to how her parents immigrate…

Jason of Beverly Hills: The Unconventional Story Behind one of the Industry’s Top Jewelers

This week, Yris is joined by Jason Arasheben, better known as Jason of Beverly Hills. He’s been in the diamond business for over two decades and has an impressive resume that includes creating one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces for some of your favorite celebrities to designing NBA Championship rings for…

Chef Victor Villa: From His Grandma’s Backyard to the Bad Bunny Halftime Show

This week, Yris sits down with Victor Villa, founder of Highland Park’s beloved Villa’s Tacos. You might know him as the taquero from the Bad Bunny halftime show, but years ago, before he had several brick-and-mortars and before he found himself on the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand list, he was a s…

Troy Daniels: From Undrafted to NBA Champion

This week, Yris is joined by NBA veteran and fiancé, Troy Daniels. Troy shares how he turned his lifelong dream of playing professional basketball into a reality. Despite experiencing some initial setbacks, like being undrafted out of VCU, he was able to continue moving forward and make it to the N…

How Eva Longoria Beat the Odds

This week, Yris is joined by celebrated actress, producer and friend Eva Longoria. Eva shares what her upbringing was like, how she ended up in Hollywood and she tells us why she almost declined the role of Gabrielle Solis on Desperate Housewives. Plus, Eva tells us why she’s so passionate about he…

What Does It Take to Rewrite Your Story?

On the first episode of Against All Odds, host Yris Palmer, entrepreneur and investor, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to forge your own path when the odds are not in your favor. Desiree Ansari, her manager, business partner and longtime friend, joins the show to discuss how Yris…

Introducing: Against All Odds with Yris Palmer