Is it ever really too late to start something new?

In Episode #84 of BAM BizTalk, Angel Garcia sits down with Tracy Valles, a Midland-based entrepreneur and multi-business owner, to talk about faith, discipline, and building businesses without waiting for perfect timing.

Tracy shares how she grew Valles Insurance into a long-standing agency and later launched Mary’s Christian and Gift Store as a purpose-driven business inspired by her mother. This conversation focuses on staying disciplined without a boss, listening to customers, and making business decisions that align with values rather than comfort.

If you are thinking about starting a business, adding a second venture, or pushing past a season of comfort, this episode offers grounded perspective from someone who has done the work.

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Topics Discussed

1. Why it is never too late to start a business
2. Moving from employee to business owner
3. Building discipline when you do not have a boss
4. Running two very different businesses at the same time
5. Honoring family and faith through entrepreneurship
6. The story behind Mary’s Christian and Gift Store
7. Listening to customers and managing inventory decisions
8. Customer service as a long-term business advantage
9. Avoiding comfort and continuing to grow
10. Aligning business decisions with purpose and values

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In Episode #83 of BAM BizTalk, host Angel Garcia sits down with Joseph Carrasco, father of rising blues artist Leon Carrasco, for a powerful conversation about parenting with intention, discipline, faith, and knowing when to step back so your child can step forward.

Joseph shares how Leon’s musical journey wasn’t forced — it was facilitated. From never having to tell his son to practice, to protecting his passion from pressure, Joseph explains how structure, accountability, and freedom can coexist.

This episode goes far beyond music. It’s about raising independent thinkers, teaching critical thinking, modeling discipline, and trusting the values you pour into your children.

Whether you’re a parent, mentor, coach, or leader, this conversation offers timeless insight into developing character, not just talent.

Topics Discussed (10)

1. Naming with meaning and honoring family legacy
2. Growing up in a multigenerational music household
3. Recognizing natural talent without forcing it
4. Why Leon was never told to “practice”
5. Discipline vs pressure in parenting
6. Exposure to multiple genres and creative range
7. Faith as a foundation for clarity and focus
8. Teaching kids how to think, not what to think
9. Avoiding obsession, entitlement, and burnout
10. Knowing when to guide — and when to step back Support Leon Carrasco’s journey to Memphis (GoFundMe):⁠https://leoncarrasco.com/⁠Follow & support Leon Carrasco: Official Website: ⁠https://leoncarrasco.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/leon._carrasco/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/leoncarrasco⁠Listen to more BAM BizTalk episodes: ⁠https://www.bamventures.online/bam-biz-talk-podcast⁠

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Episode #82 of BAM BizTalk features host Angel Garcia in an inspiring in-studio conversation with rising blues artist Leon Carrasco, joined by bassist Adrian Revilla.

At just 19 years old, Leon is preparing to represent West Texas at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, competing against elite musicians from around the world. In this episode, Leon shares how discipline, mentorship, faith, and relentless preparation have shaped his sound, his confidence, and his presence on stage.

This is a powerful story about earning opportunities, honoring musical roots, and performing with purpose — whether it’s a backyard show or an international stage.

Support Leon’s journey to Memphis: ⁠https://leoncarrasco.com/⁠

Podcast Description Topics & Timestamps

00:00 – West Texas Roots & Musical Lineage How community, mariachi, and blues shaped Leon’s foundation.

03:00 – Mentorship & Musical Brotherhood Learning from seasoned musicians and growing together.

06:30 – Discipline Over Talent Why preparation separates professionals from amateurs.

09:50 – Writing New Music Consistently Creative momentum and bringing new songs to every rehearsal.

12:00 – Why a 19-Year-Old Plays the Blues Life experience, emotion, and authenticity in music.

15:30 – Stage Presence & Commanding the Crowd Turning performance into an experience.

19:45 – Prepared Spontaneity Balancing structure with freedom on stage.

24:30 – The Memphis Experience Competing on an international stage and what it teaches you.

32:10 – Faith, Trust, and Purpose Why Leon believes the journey is bigger than the destination.

36:00 – Representing West Texas on the World Stage Community support, pride, and why this moment matters.