In the season finale of ‘Connections’, Eva reflects on her year of analyzing and strengthening every connection in her life. What does it mean to feel connected? For so many, it comes back to community and inclusion. This week, Eva is joined by Dr. Stacy Smith, who founded USC’s Annenberg Inclusion Initiative  and has been working alongside Eva for years to disrupt inequality in the entertainment industry. In this thought-provoking conversation, the two break down the tangible ways we can...

How can music help us connect to culture—and to each other? This week, Eva is joined by singer, actress, and entrepreneur, Becky G, to break down these ideas and how they intersect. Eva and Becky connect about their shared Mexican heritage, the many ways their culture has influenced their work, and what it’s like to be a part of the “200% club” – 100% American and 100% Mexican. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hypnotherapy may sound woo-woo, but it can be an effective tool for many things – including stress, anxiety, and strengthening our inner connection. This week, Eva talks to fellow actor and certified hypnotherapist, Peter Facinelli, about the power of positive self-talk and being present in the moment, and how hypnotherapy can reinforce these ideas to help us better connect with ourselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we build resilience against life's challenges? And how can embracing our most difficult emotions actually help us do just that? This week, Eva is joined by Physician, Counselor, and co-founder of Mettle Health, Dr. BJ Miller, to talk about connecting to all of our emotions—especially during difficult times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Eva is joined by fellow Latina, entrepreneur, and mother, Star Lash Extensions founder Yris Palmer, to talk about the connection between work and motherhood. Yris talks about how she grew her booming business as a young mom, and the two connect on staying present at work and at home. Eva and Yris also explore what they want to teach their children, and why it’s so important to give back to the Latinx community – especially the working mothers. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

What does it truly mean to be happy? This week, Eva is joined by Yale Professor of Psychology and happiness expert, Dr. Laurie Santos, to explore the idea of happiness—including what we get wrong about it, the proven strategies to be happier, and why connection is so important in leading a happy life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Eva is diving back into the world of spirituality and inner connection with one of the most renowned thought leaders of our time – Toltec spiritualist and bestselling author, Don Miguel Ruiz. Eva and Don Miguel explore self-love, self-awareness, and reality – and what we can learn about these pillars of inner connection from ancient Toltec wisdom and Don Miguel’s celebrated work, The Four Agreements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cultural identity is so important to our sense of self, but it can be challenging to feel connected to it if you live away from your home country. How can we maintain our connection with our cultural heritage? And how can we hold onto multiple cultures at once? This week, Eva is joined by fellow actor and star of ‘The Gordita Chronicles’, Diana Maria Riva, to explore what it means to be American while maintaining the cultural identity from another country at the same time -- and how being...

What is Web3? And how can we connect to and understand this new digital space? This week, Eva is joined by artist and World of Women founder, Yam Karkai, to explore the ever-changing world of Web3 and NFTs. Eva and Yam break down these terms, and Yam shares her mission to build a connected community celebrating representation, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all – and how she’s thriving in a male-dominated space. Eva also talks about her favorite NFT that she purchased from Yam’s...

Why is laughter such a powerful force for connection? This week, Eva is joined by Veep and Unplugging actor, comedian and friend, Matt Walsh, to talk about connecting through comedy. Eva and Matt talk about how comedy has changed, the influence of cancel culture, and why laughter truly can be the best medicine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we leverage the emotional impact of art to change the world? This week, Eva is joined by artist, social justice activist, and co-founder of The Center for Cultural Power, Favianna Rodriguez, to discuss the powerful connection between art, culture, and activism –and how art continues to influence positive change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's no question that modern technology has helped us connect with each other. But, has our over-connection to technology led to addiction and isolation? How can we enjoy the benefits of technology without these major pitfalls? This week, Eva is joined by NYU professor and author of The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google, Scott Galloway, to talk about our relationship with technology and our responsibility in regulating how much influence it has over our lives. See...

If we're lucky, we all get old; and yet, the idea of aging creates so much anxiety in many of us. Is it possible to have a less fraught relationship with aging? This week, Eva talks to bestselling author, Isabel Allende, about the complexities of getting older -- the things we can look forward to, rather than be afraid of, and what we can do today to reframe our connection to aging. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can we learn from connecting to our past lives? This week, Eva is joined by the nation's leading authority on past life regression, Dr. Brian Weiss, to explore connecting to our souls. Dr. Weiss explains the meaning and benefits of past life regression therapy and explains what he says to the skeptics. Plus, Eva opens up about a meaningful session she had with Dr. Weiss years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a culture, we can have a toxic relationship with dieting and weight loss. We focus so much on how we look instead of how we feel. But what does a healthy relationship with our diet look like? This week, Eva is joined by Registered dietitian, integrative nutrition health coach, and founder of The Diplomacy Diet, Claudia Zapata-Elliott, to discuss this tricky topic and how we can reframe our connection with healthy eating and our bodies. For more from Claudia, visit...

All season, Eva has explored our connections to a wide range of topics. But what about the connection we have with ourselves? And what does a thoughtful inner connection look like? This week, Eva is joined by author, spiritual leader, political activist, and fellow Texan, Marianne Williamson, to unpack the true meaning of inner connection and how we can work towards strengthening it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing influences our culture more today than media. TV, books, movies, social media - so much of what we consume affects how we connect with each other. How can we harness this power for good? This week, Eva is joined by award-winning writer, director, and show-runner,  Gloria Calderón Kellett, about the role of media in connecting the world and why it's crucial to share underrepresented stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the true meaning of philanthropy? This week, Eva is joined by good friend, humanitarian, and Poderista co-founder Elsa Marie Collins, to talk about their connection to philanthropy - and why it's about so much more than money. The two discuss how and why they give back, and dissect why it's especially meaningful for them as members of the Latinx community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Politics have never been more divisive than they are right now. Is it possible to have a healthy connection to politics, and if so, what does that look like? This week, Eva is joined by good friend and political commentator, Ana Navarro-Cárdenas. Eva and Ana have a lively, open conversation about the state of politics in our country, crossing party lines, and the true meaning of civic engagement and its importance - especially right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How have our romantic connections changed over the last couple of years? This week, Eva is joined by psychotherapist and relationship expert, Dr. Viviana Coles to discuss our connections to our partners. Eva and Dr. Viviana explore what a healthy relationship looks like, what it truly means to be lucky in love, and how to improve and nurture a healthy romantic relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most profound changes to come from the pandemic is how society views work. It’s left many of us asking how our jobs should fit into our lives – and how we can have a better relationship with our work. This week, Eva is joined by entrepreneur and founder of Sumo Wealth, Beatriz Acevedo, to explore how we can connect to our work in a meaningful and productive way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much thought do you put into the clothes you buy and wear? This week, Eva is joined by good friend and celebrity stylist, Robert Verdi, to discuss the history behind our connection to fashion. Whether you dress for comfort, style, or both, Eva and Robert uncover how your clothes can signal who you are – or who you want to be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our culture is obsessed with being "successful," in our lives and in our careers. But what does success really mean? And should we care about it so much? This week, Eva is joined by entrepreneur, Gary Vaynerchuk, to dig into our connection with the idea of success and how it all comes back down to self-awareness and kindness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The news is paramount to our democracy, and yet, it’s become increasingly challenging to consume. How can we discern fact from fiction? How can we prevent news fatigue? This week, Eva is joined by veteran journalist and News Not Noise founder, Jessica Yellin, to shed light on our connection to the news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.