Our Team: Where Real Talks Happen
Meet the Mind Behind the Podcast
Welcome to my world, where passion, boldness, and resilience are the keys to success. I am honored to share my story as the host of this podcast.
My name is Sirel, and I am a 36-year-old Latina, half Mexican, half Puerto Rican. I am the proud mother of six beautiful children, and they are the driving force behind everything I do.
My journey has been far from easy. At the age of 7, I was taken away from my birth mother. I was adopted when I was 12 by a family that did not show me the love and affection I craved. But I refused to let these obstacles define me. Instead, I chose to fight, to push forward, and to embrace the power within me.
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As a young mother at the age of 19, I faced numerous challenges, including being single for a few years and finding love and acceptance in all the wrong places. This led me down a dark path that ultimately landed me serving 15 months in jail, but I never lost sight of what was truly important to me.
I failed at my first business, and I struggled to find my identity as a mother - whether as a working mom or a homemaker, juggling responsibilities, and challenges. But through it all, I learned the power of resilience, the importance of hard work, and the beauty of unconditional love.
At last, I found the man of my dreams, Matthew Rayburn. He showed me the meaning of true love, and he stuck with me through thick and thin.
My favorite color is purple, and I love the beauty of fall, but my true passion lies in living life to the fullest, going on adventures, and sharing laughter with those around me.
Negativity, half-empty cups, closed minds, pessimists, and half-assed work are things that grind my gears.
As the host of this podcast, I am committed to spreading hope, love and validation to others who may be facing challenges of their own. Join me on this journey, and let's inspire each other to be the best versions of ourselves.
Discover the Story of Our Co-Host
I'm Tristan, your co-host on the Surreal Life Podcast. 31 years young, I'm a down to earth Mexican American mom to two fur babies. My life has been a roller coaster ride, full of twists, turns, and one too many margaritas!
Somehow, I’ve beaten the odds. I’m a survivor—domestic violence, emotional abuse, addiction, incarceration, solitude, mental health battles, you name it, I’ve faced it. Starting over? That’s my middle name.
Growing up, I've been mostly independent and I've relied on hard work to carry me through. I spent the early parts of my work life in the food and beverage industry. After high school I pursued my first passion in the beauty industry and then worked as a barber for a while, I loved cutting hair.
Then life happened and after leaving an abusive relationship and starting over for the 100th time, I went back to the food and beverage space, eventually got burnt out and transitioned into sales and leadership and I'm currently working in the Digital Marketing space. I've worn many hats and actually have enjoyed taking on new challenges head on and not limiting myself to one thing.
But beyond just making it through, I'm all about bouncing back, no matter what obstacles come my way. My motto: Level Up!
Currently, I'm on a journey to master the art of manifesting, heal old wounds, and learning to love who I am. I'm into astrology and a proud Triple Earth Sign, I'm as grounded as they come and a Lover of food, outdoors, and anything cozy.
As the co-host of Surreal Life, I stand alongside my best friend, my angel, my soul sister Sirel, in our mission to spread hope, laughter, and validation to those navigating their own challenges. I truly believe that together we can create a journey of inspiration, supporting each other as we strive to become the best versions of ourselves.
Join us for the ride as we open up about the ups and downs of our lives.