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The Amani Experience Podcast


Feb 4, 2018

In this episode, Veronica Torres (aka V Torres) speaks to us about her high school basketball career, selling out The Roxy (and getting a standing ovation) at age 21 and why "everything is temporary". 

Show Notes:

6:20 - What position did Veronica play for her basketball team.

7:00 - The signature of 11/11 in Veronica's life. 

10:55 - How did Veronica get the courage to leave a promising Accounting career. 

14:10 - Selling out (and getting a standing ovation) at the Roxy in 2005 at age 21!

17:42 - "Stay focused and surround yourself with positive people."

22:00 - What the lyrics to "Old Soul" mean to Veronica.

27:15 - How Veronica's perspective on competition has evolved. 

32:40 - How basketball taught her about perseverance and resilience.

33:35 - The influence Veronica's father had on her when she was growing up. 

38:25 - "Everything is temporary."

40:12 - Regina Spektor inspires Veronica. 

How to reach V Torres: Instagram | Website | iTunes | Facebook |

February 19th gig info (flyer below)

Veronica's 90's Hip Hop Spotify Playlist

The Tim Ferriss & Terry Crews Interview we discussed on the show.

Book Recommendations (Affiliate Links included)

The Tree of Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

Do Cool Sh*t by Miki Agrawal