The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
The Open Exchange Podcast shares real conversations with people from different backgrounds who have something meaningful to say. Paul Martinez hosts each episode with curiosity and honesty, asking questions that lead to deeper stories and personal truths. Guests include creators, entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday individuals who talk about growth, failure, faith, identity, and discipline. Episodes capture honest moments, unexpected lessons, and practical takeaways without forcing a narrative. The focus is on connection, reflection, and the value of listening to someone’s journey without rushing past the details.
Podcasting since 2024 • 92 episodes
The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
Latest Episodes
Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places | Ruben Santiago
In this episode of The Open Exchange, Paul sits down with Ruben Santiago for a raw conversation about identity, belonging, and the quiet reasons people make destructive choices.Ruben opens up about growing up searching for ...
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50:23
What It Takes to Grow as a DJ | Alex Walker
DJing isn’t just about the moment when everything clicks — it’s about everything that happens before it ever does.In this episode of The Open Exchange, I sit down with Alex Walker to talk through his DJing journey — from ...
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48:08
Growing Up Without a Blueprint | Zaga (ADHP Podcast)
Adulting isn’t real — and most of us feel behind because we were told it was supposed to look a certain way.In this episode, I sit down with Zaga, co-host of the Adulthood Pending Podcast, for a real conversation about trauma, ADHD, ide...
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Trauma, Discipline, and Legacy | Rob Springer on Identity Beyond the Job
In this episode, Rob Springer shares the story behind his discipline: surviving a violent assault as a teenager, navigating mental health struggles inside his family, building a career early, and learning when to carry responsibility — and when...
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43:34
You Can Look Healthy and Still Be Broken Inside | Lauren Bergeron
Lauren Bergeron returns to the podcast nearly two years after being Episode 2 — and a lot has changed.In her first appearance, Lauren shared her journey through massive weight loss, grief, addiction, miscarriage, and rebuilding he...
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