Before I Die with Aaron Guillen

Raquelle Ouimet is a civil engineer and Aaron's former roommate with a 'bottle of sunshine' personality. Raquelle shares the highs and lows of being a 'Type A' person trying to plan an international trip to Mexico for more than a dozen close friends. Also, Aaron asks Raquelle why she wants to become a yogi. Plus, the two bond over their shared fear of claymation. Raquelle's ULTIMATE Mexico Itinerary: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:fd1095de-bb9b-4bf3-969c-2cc582f40fc4

Kathleen Zaragosa is a musician, researcher, and creative... and Aaron's partner in crime. She shares how she and Aaron started dating and how her passion for music has evolved from high school showcases to working with UWIDO Music, a management and artist service company that prioritizes BIPOC Canadian artists. Plus, Kath talks about her big relocation cross-country and why she's moving out of the city she's called 'home' her entire life. Kath’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/kazamusiq Kath’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/kazaragosa Sliced Mango Collective: https://www.instagram.com/slicedmangoco/ UWIDO Music: https://www.instagram.com/uwidomusic/

Jenny Cameron is a traveller and teacher. She tells Aaron about the time she had her backpack stolen during a summer-long backpacking trip. Plus, Jenny shares the highs and lows of teaching English in Thailand, including the time she taught a class hungover.  Jenny: https://www.instagram.com/wander.with.jenny/?hl=en

Brishti Basu is a freelance journalist and a storyteller. She and Aaron talk about the toughest stories they’ve had to write. Plus, Aaron goes on a TikTok deep dive and uncovers Brishti’s passion for bunnies.  Brishti’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/brish_ti Brishti’s Website: https://www.brishtibasu.com/

Mar Emanuel is a singer and songwriter. He shares the inspirations behind creating his EP ‘When I’m With Her’ with Aaron and talks about headlining his first show. Plus, Mari talks about how he’s learning to be proud of himself in the times when it’s hardest to do so. Mari’s Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mar_e.mp3/ Listen to ‘I Wouldn’t Know’: https://open.spotify.com/album/1MXMAE5YN3EA6sbuXnZESC?si=xMkkR2v2REuVCX1gpjRxEg Thai Dub Video We Talked About: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMC-pfLOcSU

Kat Krol is an artist, poet, and creative. Kat shares what inspired ‘Seeds of Venus’, a poetry book they’re publishing this spring all about modern love hymns. Plus, Aaron and Kat talk about the ups and downs of working at a local cafe. Kat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seedsofvenus/ Kat's Consignment Store: https://fadwitch.com/

Brad Kettner is a filmmaker and creative. He talks with Aaron about the pressures of content creation and they commiserate about the struggle to maintain friendships. Brad shares his goal to film a feature-length documentary in the future. Brad’s Insta: https://www.instagram.com/b.ketts/?hl=en Brad’s Podcast ‘Blond Radio’: https://open.spotify.com/show/1yKTYvrxzeaV8IYhAtlvzC Brad’s Video We Referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoW79B2R1RQ

Francis Arevalo is a rapper, producer, and founder of UWIDO Music, a management and artist service company that prioritizes BIPOC artists in Canada. He tells Aaron why he left the slam poetry scene and the ups and downs of his mental health journey. Plus, Francis talks about the inspiration behind his highly-anticipated album ‘HEATCHECK!’ out on April 27.  Listen to ‘HEATCHECK!’: https://hr-drv.lnk.to/HEATCHECK Francis’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francis.arevalo/ UWIDO Music: https://www.instagram.com/uwidomusic/

Aaron talks with journalist Ria Renouf about rising anti-Asian hate across the country. Plus, Ria shares the time she nearly died while setting up a Christmas tree.  Follow Ria: Twitter: @riarenouf Instagram: @riarenouf Be sure to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts! Before I Die Instagram: @beforeidiepodcast Twitter: @iaaronguillen Instagram: @iaaronguillen

Aaron talks with friend Henri Laroco about what inspired him to release his first single. Plus, Aaron and Henri share what qualities they look for in a friend. Henri's single, "All That Really Matters": https://open.spotify.com/album/7GJVUISA9Q30BBdd90VNfm?si=KJUeAmI1TWSthP2uzD_jAA Be sure to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts! Before I Die Instagram: @beforeidiepodcast Twitter: @iaaronguillen Instagram: @iaaronguillen