Unmuted with Z and Ross Da Boss

Epizode

• Pride, Power & Presence: The Garland Gravely Story 06.06.2026 1h 15min

  In this special Pride Month episode of Unmuted with Z & Ross Da Boss, we sit down with Garland Gravely, a respected LGBTQ+ historian, advocate, mentor, House Father, and community leader whose impact has been felt across generations.Garland’s story is one of resilience, authenticity, and service. Through decades of advocacy, historical preservation, and community building, he has helped create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and empowered to live openly as themselves. As the Father of the House of Expression, the first Ballroom House established in Southwest Virginia, Garland helped build more than a community, he helped create family.This conversation explores the importance of preserving LGBTQ+ history, the power of chosen family, and what it means to leave a legacy rooted in love, courage, and visibility. Garland shares lessons learned throughout his journey, reflects on the progress made by the LGBTQ+ community, and offers wisdom for future generations navigating their own paths toward authenticity.For Ross Da Boss, this episode is especially personal, as a former member of the House of Expression whose life was touched by Garland’s leadership and mentorship.This is more than a conversation about Pride.It's about honoring those who paved the way, celebrating the communities that hold us up, and recognizing the power of living unapologetically.🌈 Because every story matters.🌈 Every voice deserves to be heard.🌈 And every legacy begins with someone brave enough to be themselves.Welcome to the first episode of our Pride Month special series, Unmuted & Unapologetic. ✨#UnmutedWithZAndRossDaBoss #UnmutedAndUnapologetic #PrideMonth #LGBTQHistory #ChosenFamily #Community #Authenticity #PridePowerPresence #LGBTQVoices #LegacyAndLeadership
• Access Is My First Language with Lakeisha Moore "LK" 29.05.2026 1h 17min

  In this episode of Unmuted, Z and Ross Da Boss sit down with LaKeisha “LK” Moore: community advocate, volunteer, and a powerful voice for intentional impact, cultural awareness, and authentic access.“Access Is My First Language” is a conversation rooted in identity, belonging, and perspective. LK opens up about navigating Hispanic and Latin spaces as a Black woman, and how language became more than communication, it became a bridge, a responsibility, and at times, a challenge to perceptions of belonging. Through honesty and lived experience, she shares what it means to honor culture without losing yourself within it.Together, the conversation explores the intersection of identity, community work, travel, and advocacy. LK reflects on how international experiences reshaped her worldview, challenged assumptions about access in the United States, and deepened her understanding of service, humility, and responsibility. From conversations about cultural appreciation versus co-opting, to showing up consistently without needing recognition, this episode reminds us that real impact is built through presence, not performance.We also talk about Rise and Reign, how LK became part of the network, the story of how we met, and the connections that continue to grow through shared purpose and community.This episode is filled with wisdom, honesty, and unforgettable reminders that your voice, identity, and presence matter.Inspirational Words from LK:“Don’t wait for someone’s permission to feel that it’s okay to take up space, to sit at the table, or to belong in the room. Know that who you are and what you bring to the table is valuable and you belong in the room just by being you.”“When someone says, ‘You have big shoes to fill,’ tell them you brought your own.”If you’ve ever questioned whether you belong, struggled with finding your voice in unfamiliar spaces, or wondered how to move through different cultures while staying grounded in yourself, this conversation is for you.Watch now, follow, share, subscribe, stream now, and join the conversation with Unmuted with Z and Ross Da Boss.#podcast #stayunmuted #language #riseandreignnetwork #unmutedwithzandrossdaboss
• The Graduation Nobody Prepares You For 23.05.2026 59min

  Graduation is more than a cap and gown.It’s fear. Growth. Pressure. Pride. Endings and beginnings happening at the same time.Today on Unmuted with Z & Ross Da Boss, we’re talking about what comes AFTER the applause for graduates, parents, and anyone stepping into a new season of life.Because sometimes the scariest words are:‘Now what?’ ”Episode of unmuted that can focus on graduating and going to the next step for parents for graduates etc new beginnings • Nobody talks about how scary graduating actually is. • Your life is not over because you don’t have it figured out at 22. • Parents are grieving a version of their child while celebrating who they’re becoming. • Some people graduate from school. Some people graduate from survival mode.#Graduation #Podcast #LifeAfterCollege #NewBeginnings #MentalHealth
• The Voice They Tried to Quiet — Finding Your Voice with Nestor “The Boss” Gomez 15.05.2026 1h 16min

  In this powerful episode of Unmuted with Z & Ross Da Boss, we sit down with Nestor “The Boss” Gomez — storyteller, immigrant advocate, and creator of 80 Minutes Around the World.Born in Guatemala and arriving in Chicago undocumented in the mid-80s, Nestor grew up navigating a world where speaking up didn’t always feel possible. Living with a stutter and learning English while trying to find his place, he once struggled to use his voice. Today, he’s a celebrated storyteller, Moth Slam champion, and someone who has dedicated his platform to uplifting immigrant, refugee, and ally voices.This conversation is about resilience, identity, healing, and what it truly means to reclaim your voice in spaces that once tried to silence you.If you’ve ever felt unheard, unseen, or unsure of where you belong — this episode is for you. Come get unmuted.#UnmutedPodcast #Storytelling #MentalHealthAwareness #ImmigrantStories #HealingThroughConversation #PodcastCommunity #TheMoth #FindYourVoice
• For the Moms: Love, Loss & Gratitude 08.05.2026 1h 3min

  This one’s for the moms. Z opens the episode with a deeply personal letter — a thank you, a reflection, and a piece of her story. Ross Da Boss shares the grief of losing his mother at a young age and how that journey has shaped her over time. Together they hold space for every emotion Mother’s Day can bring: love, grief, gratitude, confusion, and hope. Whether you’re celebrating, remembering, or navigating motherhood in your own way, this episode honors every version of mom. We’re sending love, strength, and room for whatever you feel. 🤍#mothersday #thankyoumom #honoringmom #motherhood #grief #healing #podcast #withlove
• "Say it With your Chest: What We're Not Taking Into May" 02.05.2026 56min

  When the calendar flips, so do we.In this episode of Unmuted with Z and Ross Da Boss, we’re saying it loud, clear, and with our chests: some things are NOT making it into May. From tired habits and weak boundaries to played-out mindsets and people-pleasing energy, we’re leaving it all behind where it belongs.Z and Ross keep it real (and a little messy) as they break down what they’re personally letting go of, what they’ve learned the hard way, and how they’re stepping into a new month with intention, confidence, and zero apologies.Expect honest takes, a few laughs, and maybe a call-out or two—because growth isn’t always pretty, but it is necessary.New month. New energy. Same unfiltered conversation.🎙 Tap in, speak up, and don’t forget… say it with your chest.
• The Cost of Being the Strong One 25.04.2026 1h 13min

  In Episode 6 of Unmuted, co hosts Z and Ross Da Boss get into a deeply honest and necessary conversation about what it really means to always be the strong one.Together, they unpack the weight that comes with being the dependable one, the one people call, the one who shows up no matter what. But who checks on you when you are that person for everyone else? This conversation dives into the unspoken expectations, the emotional toll, and the quiet moments where strength starts to feel heavy instead of empowering.Z and Ross create space for truth around burnout, boundaries, and the courage it takes to be vulnerable when you are used to holding everything together. They talk about redefining strength, choosing yourself without guilt, and giving language to experiences so many people carry in silence.This episode is for anyone who has ever been labeled strong but needed space to just be.Stay unmuted.
• Get to Know Ross Da Boss (Part 2, yep....we still got more to unpack) 24.04.2026 51min

  One conversation wasn’t enough, so we’re back for Part 2 with Ross Da Boss and she did not hold back. Picking up where we left off, this episode goes deeper into her journey, her mindset, and the moments that tested her but never broke her.Ross gets even more real about what it takes to navigate spaces that challenge your voice, protect your peace, and still show up fully as yourself. She talks about growth, boundaries, and the power of choosing yourself even when it’s uncomfortable. This is the side of the story you don’t always hear, the continued evolution, the lessons learned in real time, and the strength it takes to keep going.If Part 1 introduced you to Ross, Part 2 lets you truly feel her impact.Stay tapped in. The conversation is just getting started.
• Get to Know Ross Da Boss- Part 1 24.04.2026 51min

  In this episode of Unmuted, we sit down with Ross Da Boss, a force who doesn’t just enter rooms, she shifts them. Known for her bold presence, unfiltered perspective, and commitment to moving with purpose, Ross brings a conversation that’s equal parts real, reflective, and unapologetically honest.From navigating spaces that weren’t built for her to building her own lane, Ross opens up about what it means to stand firm in who she is while evolving into who she’s called to be. This isn’t just about titles or recognition, it’s about ownership, resilience, and the mindset it takes to lead without losing yourself.Expect stories that hit, lessons that stick, and moments that remind you why staying unmuted matters.Tap in and meet Ross Da Boss.
• Get to Know Z (Part 2… yeah, we’re still not done 😌) 12.04.2026 32min

  Z is back—and somehow, we still had more to unpack. 😅In Part 2, the stories get deeper, the laughs get louder, and the chaos? Oh, it definitely sticks around. From unfiltered moments to the little things that say a lot, Z keeps it real in a way that just makes sense.Ross Da Boss is still asking the questions (and adding her two cents), and together, it’s giving honest, it’s giving hilarious, it’s giving “okay wait… run that back.”If you thought Part 1 was a lot… yeah, this is the rest of it. No cuts, no filters, just vibes.Tap back in and finish getting to know Z—only on Unmuted. 🎙️
• Get to Know Z- Part 1 12.04.2026 38min

  Get to Know Z (Part 1… because yes, we had a LOT to say 😅)This week, we’re turning the mic all the way up on Z—and trust, she understood the assignment. From her roots and real-life plot twists to the moments that shaped her into that girl, Z brings the stories, the laughs, and just enough spice to keep you leaning in.Ross the Boss is in full interviewer mode (with a little side commentary, of course), digging into everything from culture and confidence to the chaos that makes Z, well… Z. It’s giving heartfelt, it’s giving hilarious, it’s giving “wait… SAME.”Fair warning: we tried to keep it cute and concise, but Z said, “nah.” So if you’re not ready for it to end, don’t worry—Part 2 is coming in hot.Tap in, vibe out, and get to know one half of your favorite duo—unfiltered and Unmuted. 🎙️
• Z and Ross Da Boss—two voices, two journeys, one unapologetic frequency 12.04.2026 40min

  In this debut episode, they pull back the curtain on how fate, friendship, and a little bit of bold energy brought them together to create Unmuted. Z brings the fire—rooted in her Latina identity, storytelling that feels like home, and a spirit that’s equal parts hustle and heart. Ross Da Boss steps in with powerful perspective, grounded in Black womanhood, resilience, humor, and a voice that refuses to be anything but heard.Together, they explore what it really means to be “Unmuted”—living out loud, speaking truth without shrinking, and showing up fully in every space they enter. Expect laughter, a little chaos, cultural realness, and those “did-they-really-just-say-that?” moments.This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a vibe, a release, and a reminder: your voice deserves the mic.
• Unmuted with Z and Ross Da Boss Teaser 12.04.2026

  Welcome to Unmuted with Z and Ross Da Boss this is a space where voices matter and conversations go deeper. Z and Ross Da Boss bring authenticity, humor, and heart to every moment. Whether you're here to reflect, laugh, or just listen, you're already part of the family.