1000 gurus – Marlo Yonocruz

OTG Podcast #70: Season 7 Highlights – Lessons from One Thousand Gurus

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #70: Season 7 Recap & Favorite Takeaways from Episodes 61-69

Introduction

Welcome back, everyone! Today, I’m excited to share a special recap of Season 7 of One Thousand Gurus. This season encompassed a captivating blend of episodes that were mostly prerecorded in late 2025 and a few in early 2026. As your host, J.R. Yonocruz, I finally took the time to pause and reflect on this enriching season filled with incredible conversations and learnings.

OTG Podcast #69: Military Service and Endurance Sports ft. John Cho

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #69: John Cho – Military Intelligence, Losing 40lbs from Marathon Training, Rethinking Your Mental Scripts

Introduction

In the latest episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. Yonocruz dives into a compelling conversation with John Cho, a multifaceted individual with a remarkable journey. From his beginnings in college to his extensive military career, John shares insights about resilience, motivation, and the discipline required to achieve one’s goals.

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OTG Podcast #68: Navigating Life – Friendship, Careers, and Self-Care Insights ft. Rani Bungay

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #68: Rani Bungay – Becoming Conservative, Hating on Japan, Pronouns, Red Flags, and Covert Depression

Introduction

In this insightful episode of One Thousand Gurus, J.R. Yonocruz catches up with his close friend Rani, who was the host’s first guest in episode one and now returns for episode 68, a testament to their enduring friendship. This enriching podcast episode takes listeners through Rani’s life updates, his career transition into software engineering, his experiences traveling in Japan, and discussions about friendship, conservatism, and self-care.

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OTG Podcast #67: From Marketing to Nursing – A Holistic Health Journey ft. Jane Oh

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #67: Jane Oh – 10 Years in Marketing, Combining Holistic Health with Nursing, Burnout Cycles, and Career Pivots

Introduction

Welcome back to another engaging episode of One Thousand Gurus. This time, we had the pleasure of reconnecting with Jane Oh, an inspiring individual with a diverse career journey from marketing to holistic health, and currently on the path to becoming a nurse. Here’s a glimpse into Jane’s experiences and the wisdom she shared during her conversation with J.R. Yonocruz.

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OTG Podcast #66: From Air Force Veteran to Entrepreneur Success ft. Lorenzo Aromin

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #66: Lorenzo Aromin – USAF Vet Turned Entrepreneur, Faith, Fitness, and Scaling to $500k

Introduction

In an insightful episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. Yonocruz sits down with Lorenzo Aromin, a multifaceted entrepreneur and fitness consultant. Lorenzo’s journey from serving in the US Air Force to becoming a successful business owner is not just about professional growth, but also personal transformation. This episode is packed with wisdom on faith, marriage, entrepreneurship, and personal development.

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OTG Podcast #65: A Musical Journey of Artistry, Gratitude, and Life Lessons ft. Koaga

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #65: KOAGA (코아가) – Becoming a K-Pop Artist, Life-Changing Car Accidents, and Being Korean-American

Introduction

In the latest episode of One Thousand Gurus, hosted by J.R. Yonocruz, we get an intimate look into the life of Koaga, a multi-talented K-pop artist who has navigated life across continents, embraced artistic pursuits, and grown closer to his faith through personal trials. Dive into the heartwarming conversation between J.R. and Koaga as they explore Koaga’s unique journey and heartfelt wisdom.

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OTG Podcast #64: Love, Influence, and Communication ft. Hazi Rios & Vanessa Barrios

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #64: Vanessa & Hazi – Being Recognized in Public, the Honeymoon Phase, and Making Money as an Influencer

Introduction

In the latest episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. Yonocruz reunites with influencer power couple Hazi and Vanessa. From career insights to relationship dynamics, this episode offers a unique look into the journey of two individuals navigating love and professional life across continents.

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OTG Podcast #63: From Game Development to Teaching ft. Travis Linden Reid

Full Episode Page (show notes, links, transcript): #63: Travis Linden Reid – Teaching Game Development at UCI, “Achieving” Burnout, and Building an Indie Game Studio

Introduction

In the latest episode of One Thousand Gurus, hosted by J.R. Yonocruz, guest Travis Linden Reid delves into the challenges and triumphs that have shaped his journey from a full-time programmer to an inspirational figure in academia. This conversation provides a deep dive into managing burnout, redefining career focuses, and the fulfilling journey of creating art. Below are key insights from the dialogue.

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