<![CDATA[Local Is Global]]>Local Is Global with Clarisa Alayeto is where the Bronx meets the world. From the Bronx to beyond, Clarisa dives into the people, politics, and power shaping our communities, proving that what happens locally doesn’t stay local. Through raw conversations, real stories, and unapologetic truth, she amplifies voices that remind us: our impact starts right here.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:25:23 GMTMon, 03 Nov 2025 21:07:06 GMT60Clarisa Alayeto<p>Local Is Global with Clarisa Alayeto is where the Bronx meets the world. From the Bronx to beyond, Clarisa dives into the people, politics, and power shaping our communities, proving that what happens locally doesn’t stay local. Through raw conversations, real stories, and unapologetic truth, she amplifies voices that remind us: our impact starts right here.</p>episodicClarisa Alayetoalayetoc@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Surviving Public School in NYC ]]>Join me live Thursday at 7 PM for a conversation about attending school in NYC. Nikole Hannah-Jones’s recent articles have brought up a lot of thoughts and feelings about school choice, segregation, and what our experiences were really like.

I’m inviting friends to share their stories, and I want to hear yours, too. What was school like for you? What shaped your experience? Public school and private school folks are all welcome. Let’s talk.

]]>8a13d4ff-21d9-4082-a738-a9c1492611feThu, 01 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT<p>Join me live Thursday at 7 PM for a conversation about attending school in NYC. Nikole Hannah-Jones’s recent articles have brought up a lot of thoughts and feelings about school choice, segregation, and what our experiences were really like.</p><p>I’m inviting friends to share their stories, and I want to hear yours, too. What was school like for you? What shaped your experience? Public school and private school folks are all welcome. Let’s talk.</p>no00:07:0321Surviving Public School in NYC full<![CDATA[What Fatherhood Looked Like For Me]]>The podcast episode delves into the redefinition of fatherhood and the impact of father figures, highlighting the significance of presence and love. It explores the influence of a grandfather as a father figure and the role of father figures in shaping individuals. The episode also emphasizes the community's role in fatherhood and the importance of honoring fatherhood beyond biological ties.

Takeaways

  • Fatherhood redefined
  • The impact of father figures

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Meaning of Fatherhood
  • 06:07 The Role of Father Figures
  • 11:54 Honoring Fatherhood
]]>20d1f642-7a69-47a9-a0a7-4620f331b1e2Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:20:25 GMT<p>The podcast episode delves into the redefinition of fatherhood and the impact of father figures, highlighting the significance of presence and love. It explores the influence of a grandfather as a father figure and the role of father figures in shaping individuals. The episode also emphasizes the community's role in fatherhood and the importance of honoring fatherhood beyond biological ties.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Fatherhood redefined</li><li>The impact of father figures</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Meaning of Fatherhood</li><li>06:07 The Role of Father Figures</li><li>11:54 Honoring Fatherhood</li></ul>no00:09:1617What Fatherhood Looked Like For Mefull<![CDATA[NYC Sanitation Aint Bronx Sanitation]]>The conversation covers the frustrations and challenges faced during a snowstorm in New York City, as well as the issues with sanitation and garbage collection. It highlights the need for proactive measures and better management of snow and sanitation services.

Takeaways

  • Snowstorm challenges
  • Sanitation issues

]]>5184dfed-0092-4036-b298-eee07c7ebdeaWed, 28 Jan 2026 21:38:40 GMT<p>The conversation covers the frustrations and challenges faced during a snowstorm in New York City, as well as the issues with sanitation and garbage collection. It highlights the need for proactive measures and better management of snow and sanitation services.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Snowstorm challenges</li><li>Sanitation issues</li></ul><p></p>no00:03:4618NYC Sanitation Aint Bronx Sanitationfull<![CDATA[Healing Mother-Daughter Relationships]]>For Mothers and Daughters. We inherited survival. We choose healing.

]]>72955dd5-e40c-4f4e-b907-f641b09ba5baSat, 27 Dec 2025 20:12:40 GMT<p><b>For Mothers and Daughters. We inherited survival. We choose healing.</b></p>no00:10:58Healing Mother-Daughter Relationshipsfull<![CDATA[For Anyone Who Feels Lost in Their Health Right Now]]>In this episode, Clarisa shares the real truth about her health journey. She talks about reversing diabetes, losing more than 100 pounds, running a marathon, falling into depression during the pandemic, and losing her health again during her City Council run. Through vulnerability and the wisdom of her grandmother, she reminds us that health is mental, physical, and spiritual. If you have been feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself, this episode will give you encouragement and clarity to start again with one small step.

]]>08c54f05-ae75-473b-b56b-19f57e5a3e3aThu, 04 Dec 2025 23:51:37 GMT<p>In this episode, Clarisa shares the real truth about her health journey. She talks about reversing diabetes, losing more than 100 pounds, running a marathon, falling into depression during the pandemic, and losing her health again during her City Council run. Through vulnerability and the wisdom of her grandmother, she reminds us that health is mental, physical, and spiritual. If you have been feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself, this episode will give you encouragement and clarity to start again with one small step.</p>no00:21:4718For Anyone Who Feels Lost in Their Health Right Nowfull<![CDATA[A Teacher’s Journey: From Puerto Rico to NYC (Pt. 1)]]>This week, I’m joined by my favorite teacher, Mariely, who shares her journey from Puerto Rico to New York City and the challenges she faced navigating a new culture, a new city, and a new school system.

We talk about imposter syndrome, the realities of teaching in the South Bronx, and the expectations placed on educators of color.

It’s a powerful conversation about resilience, belonging, and the work it takes to show up for students every day.

]]>54cd4757-abf9-40d0-acfd-673dd7a17e8bTue, 02 Dec 2025 02:37:46 GMT<p>This week, I’m joined by my favorite teacher, Mariely, who shares her journey from Puerto Rico to New York City and the challenges she faced navigating a new culture, a new city, and a new school system.</p><p>We talk about imposter syndrome, the realities of teaching in the South Bronx, and the expectations placed on educators of color.</p><p>It’s a powerful conversation about resilience, belonging, and the work it takes to show up for students every day.</p>no00:21:3116A Teacher’s Journey: From Puerto Rico to NYC (Pt. 1)full<![CDATA[Try, Fail, Do It Again!]]>This isn’t a weight loss story, it’s a courage story. A story about trying, failing, falling, and choosing to rise again.

In this episode, Clarisa opens up about her return to the beginning, her struggle with obesity, body image, bulimia, diabetes, and the weight of leading in the Bronx. She shares why starting over in your 40s feels different, the science behind why it’s so hard to restart, and the truth about health in marginalized communities. This is an honest conversation about courage, community, and choosing yourself again. If you’re trying to begin again, this episode is for you.

]]>1f8b64af-535c-4871-a73c-577484eedf7fSat, 29 Nov 2025 02:46:26 GMT<p><b>This isn’t a weight loss story, it’s a courage story. A story about trying, failing, falling, and choosing to rise again.</b></p><p></p><p><b>In this episode, Clarisa opens up about her return to the beginning, her struggle with obesity, body image, bulimia, diabetes, and the weight of leading in the Bronx. She shares why starting over in your 40s feels different, the science behind why it’s so hard to restart, and the truth about health in marginalized communities. This is an honest conversation about courage, community, and choosing yourself again. If you’re trying to begin again, this episode is for you.</b></p>no00:11:34Try, Fail, Do It Again!full<![CDATA[The Recovering Candidate]]>In this episode, Clarisa Alayeto shares her journey as a recovering candidate, discussing the emotional aftermath of losing an election and the importance of community representation. She reflects on the challenges faced by candidates post-election, the impact of failed redistricting, and the need for community activism to ensure fair representation in future elections. Clarisa also touches on her personal experiences with family caregiving and the ongoing commitment to community service.

]]>36d5c3ce-9b22-4ed5-9510-f0144f8c050cFri, 21 Nov 2025 16:46:54 GMT<p>In this episode, Clarisa Alayeto shares her journey as a recovering candidate, discussing the emotional aftermath of losing an election and the importance of community representation. She reflects on the challenges faced by candidates post-election, the impact of failed redistricting, and the need for community activism to ensure fair representation in future elections. Clarisa also touches on her personal experiences with family caregiving and the ongoing commitment to community service.</p>no00:10:23The Recovering Candidatefull<![CDATA[Collaboration over Competition]]>In this episode, I open up about my week, job searching, getting back into work mode, navigating inconsistent health, and returning to therapy and how it all pushed me to stop competing and start collaborating. Inspired by the book Uncompete, we dive into how competition harms our bodies and communities, and why collaboration is the real path to healing, power, and progress in the Bronx.

Listen and uncompete with me.

]]>06a9966b-555b-4cac-8b2f-826958f7f79bFri, 14 Nov 2025 17:11:50 GMT<p>In this episode, I open up about my week, job searching, getting back into work mode, navigating inconsistent health, and returning to therapy and how it all pushed me to stop competing and start collaborating. Inspired by the book <i>Uncompete</i>, we dive into how competition harms our bodies and communities, and why collaboration is the real path to healing, power, and progress in the Bronx.</p><p></p><p>Listen and uncompete with me.</p>no00:08:5813Collaboration over Competitionfull<![CDATA[The Reset]]>From running for city council to reflecting on community activism, Clarisa shares candid insights on resilience, purpose, and the power of showing up. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about staying committed to change, even when the odds are against you.

]]>9a2fcfeb-e6c8-4b7f-8e90-5535a628f99aTue, 11 Nov 2025 19:28:58 GMT<p>From running for city council to reflecting on community activism, Clarisa shares candid insights on resilience, purpose, and the power of showing up. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about staying committed to change, even when the odds are against you.</p>no00:04:0112The Resetbonus<![CDATA[Election Day ]]>Clarisa Alayeto discusses the importance of local elections in New York City, emphasizing community involvement and the impact of local leaders on everyday issues like housing, education, and safety. She shares insights from conversations with voters, highlighting the need for accountability and progress in leadership.

]]>dc202255-6c86-46e4-a6d5-d076ad249ecdTue, 04 Nov 2025 21:01:06 GMT<p>Clarisa Alayeto discusses the importance of local elections in New York City, emphasizing community involvement and the impact of local leaders on everyday issues like housing, education, and safety. She shares insights from conversations with voters, highlighting the need for accountability and progress in leadership.</p>no00:10:0911Election Day full