In this live episode of Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha continues a powerful series on gender violence with Damariz Vasquez and Ozzy Cruz, two practitioners working on the frontlines of healing at the East L.A. Women’s Center. Moving from awareness to action, this conversation centers the day-to-day realities of supporting survivors, working with men, and creating pathways for true accountability and transformation. Together, they explore how shame, silence, and harmful beliefs about power and gender prevent healing and what it truly takes to break those cycles.

In this live episode of&nbsp;Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha continues a powerful series on gender violence with Damariz Vasquez and Ozzy Cruz, two practitioners working on the frontlines of healing at the East L.A. Women&rsquo;s Center. Moving from awareness to action, this conversation centers the day-to-day realities of supporting survivors, working with men, and creating pathways for true accountability and transformation. Together, they explore how shame, silence, and harmful beliefs about power and gender prevent healing and what it truly takes to break those cycles.

Sacred Lessons with Mike de la Rocha is redefining what it means to be a man. Hosted by bestselling author and artist Mike de la Rocha, each episode explores masculinity, healing, and purpose through raw, honest conversations with men from all walks of life.

In a culture that teaches men to stay silent, Sacred Lessons creates a brave space where true strength begins with vulnerability. Whether you’re on a journey of self-discovery, healing generational wounds, or seeking deeper connection, this podcast invites you to reconnect with your purpose and rediscover the power of love and community.

Sacred Lessons with Mike de la Rocha is redefining what it means to be a man. Hosted by bestselling author and artist Mike de la Rocha, each episode explores masculinity, healing, and purpose through raw, honest conversations with men from all walks of life.
In a culture that teaches men to stay silent, Sacred Lessons creates a brave space where true strength begins with vulnerability. Whether you&rsquo;re on a journey of self-discovery, healing generational wounds, or seeking deeper connection, this podcast invites you to reconnect with your purpose and rediscover the power of love and community.

Sacred Lessons with Mike de la Rocha

Sacred Lessons in Accountability Part II: Power, Gender & the Work of Repair.

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In this episode of Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha sits with Bryan Ramirez, founder of Reservoir Tattoo Studio, for a deeply personal conversation recorded while Bryan tattoos a Mesoamerican serpent, a symbol of transformation, healing, and rebirth, onto Mike's arm. Together, they explore why the tattoo chair has become one of the few places where many men feel safe enough to tell the truth about their lives, and how tattoo artists often become unexpected therapists, witnessing grief, heartbreak, and healing one story at a time. From Chicano identity and entrepreneurship to ritual and the power of being seen, Bryan reflects on why tattoos are about far more than ink, they're about marking the moments that change us. 

In this episode of&nbsp;Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha sits with&nbsp;Bryan Ramirez, founder of Reservoir Tattoo Studio, for a deeply personal conversation recorded while Bryan tattoos a Mesoamerican serpent,&nbsp;a symbol of transformation, healing, and rebirth,&nbsp;onto Mike's arm.&nbsp;Together, they explore why the tattoo chair has become one of the few places where many men feel safe enough to tell the truth about their lives, and how tattoo artists often become unexpected therapists, witnessing grief, heartbreak, and healing one story at a time. From Chicano identity and entrepreneurship to ritual and the power of being seen, Bryan reflects on why tattoos are about far more than ink, they're about marking the moments that change us.&nbsp;

Sacred Lessons in Ink with Bryan Ramirez

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In this episode of Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha sits with Carlos Guzman, founder of the influential clothing brand Brown N Proud, for a heartfelt conversation about pride, culture, and identity. From immigrating from México to building a movement that has helped tens of thousands embrace their roots, Carlos reflects on the healing power of representation, faith, and entrepreneurship. Together, Mike and Carlos explore how culture can become medicine, why so many people struggle to feel seen, and what it means to create spaces where our communities can show up fully as themselves. 

In this episode of&nbsp;Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha sits with Carlos Guzman, founder of the influential clothing brand Brown N Proud, for a heartfelt conversation about pride, culture, and identity. From immigrating from M&eacute;xico to building a movement that has helped tens of thousands embrace their roots, Carlos reflects on the healing power of representation, faith, and entrepreneurship. Together, Mike and Carlos explore how culture can become medicine, why so many people struggle to feel seen, and what it means to create spaces where our communities can show up fully as themselves.&nbsp;

Sacred Lessons in Pride with Carlos Guzman

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In this episode of Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha sits with Marisa Renee Lee, author of Grief Is Love and Waiting for Dawn, for a deeply personal conversation about loss, uncertainty, and what it means to keep loving after someone is gone. Drawing from the loss of her mother, the heartbreak of losing a child, and her own journey through illness and uncertainty, Marisa shares why grief is not something we get over, but something we learn to carry with grace and compassion. Together, they explore the myths we've been taught about mourning, how men experience grief, and how to find hope when the future feels uncertain.

In this episode of Sacred Lessons, host Mike de la Rocha sits with Marisa Renee Lee, author of&nbsp;Grief Is Love&nbsp;and&nbsp;Waiting for Dawn, for a deeply personal conversation about loss, uncertainty, and what it means to keep loving after someone is gone. Drawing from the loss of her mother, the heartbreak of losing a child, and her own journey through illness and uncertainty, Marisa shares why grief is not something we get over, but something we learn to carry with grace and compassion. Together, they explore the myths we've been taught about mourning, how men experience grief, and how to find hope when the future feels uncertain.

Sacred Lessons in Grief with Marisa Renee Lee

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Sacred Lessons in Accountability Part II: Power, Gender & the Work of Repair.

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