• What's so wrong with being taken care of?
    May 1 2023

    Hey Guys!

    It's May and you know what that means, Send me your best NSYNC memes! This week on the podcast I discuss parenting and I ask the big question regarding devices. Are kids entitled to privacy on their devices?

    I also discuss a video I watched online and the rude comments that were left on the video. I share some tips and tricks on dealing with an easygoing person in your life and some easy steps to making them feel more appreciated.

    This episode is a whole lot of nothing and I love it!


    I hope you all enjoy it. Don't forget to like, comment, and share!


    Follow me on IG @thebookofval for more weekly content

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    39 mins
  • Am I a hockey girl now?
    Apr 25 2023

    Let's try this again!

    Hey everyone, this week I recorded a solo episode. I talk about my new sport obsession, my kid's sports and activities, listener's funny stories and of course a little vulnerability sprinkled in. Because it wouldn't be The book of Val podcast without it.


    I discuss how growing up with my sister has prepared me for Ezrah's diagnosis with Autism. And I share what new tradition the Franco family will be participating in. Please always remember to be kind to all.


    Don't forget to share, like and follow me on IG @thebookofval


    "It's easy to sometimes sit in your own misfortune, but always remember someone out there is battling a tougher battle and is making the most of it. So keep going and fighting, one day it will all be worth it!" -Val <3

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    39 mins
  • Easter, Soft spots and Pet Peeves pt.2 feat. Vermin
    Apr 10 2023

    Hi Guys!

    Welcome back to another episode. This week I have a special cohost my Hubby Javier aka Vermin. We discuss our Resurrection Sunday and in the spirit of celebration and all things good we decided to start naming our soft spots and complementing each other. But of course 10 plus years in together pet peeves eventually made their way back in to the conversation.

    I hope you all enjoy this episode, it was a fun one to record!


    Don't forget to share, subscribe and follow me on Instagram @thebookofval

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    1 hr
  • What has Val been up to? Compromising!
    Mar 28 2023

    Hi Everyone, I have missed you all and recording! I've had a lot on my mind and plate the last few months and finally making the time to sit, record and process my emotions feels so good. I share my words for this 2023 year and I know guys it's March, don't come at me for that. I'll be celebrating a birthday soon and with 31 right around the corner ain't nobody got time for unhealthy relationships with ANYONE! So I discuss settling vs. compromise and what it means to me.


    I also share my love for quiz now and where it all started. I hope you all enjoy this episode. Don't forget to go on my IG @thebookofval for interactive questions and to talk to me of course!


    Have a beautiful week everyone! :)

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    36 mins
  • Livin' our best Senora Life's with Heidy Miranda
    Jan 23 2023

    Hey Guys! It feels so good to finally be back recording! 

    This week I'm joined by my long time friend Heidy. We discuss everything from married life, kids, dumb customers and high school of course. Spoiler alert Heidy and I rank our group of friends from least boy crazy to most boy crazy and I may or may not have made it to the top two. Ooops! 

    Please don't forget to follow Heidy on her nail journey on IG @nailsbyheidy_nbh


    Thank you all for listening. Please share, rate and follow me on IG @thebookofval

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Comforting advice during the holidays
    Dec 12 2022

    Hey Guys! This week Val recaps her experience at the Besame Mucho festival in LA. She also goes over a few tips and tricks we can use this holiday season to cheer people on and make them feel heard. And lastly, she shares her Wishlist for this year.

    Thank you all for your continued support!

    Don't forget to listen, rate and share the podcast.

    Follow me on Instagram @thebookofval


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    44 mins
  • “Even seeds need darkness to grow” ft. Rudy from Electric Blue Apparel
    Nov 28 2022
    Hi guys! This week I am accompanied by a very special guest that has never been on the show before. Rudy is a local businessman that specializes in Apparel and other business related products . It was so much fun getting to know Rudy and how he has overcome so much diversity. His motivation and drive to want to always be better is very inspiring. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. Please share, rate and follow me on IG @thebookofval also follow Rudy @electric_bs1
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    57 mins
  • Thanksgiving talk ft. The Franco Family
    Nov 21 2022

    Hey guys! Happy Thanksgiving week! On this week's episode I interview Javier and the kids to find out what they are truly grateful for this year and what they are looking forward to this year. Javier and I also play a little F, Marry, Bury game with Thanksgiving food, because well why not.

    I hope you all have a wonderful Holiday. Talk to you all next week!

    Don't forget to listen, rate, share and follow me on IG @thebookofval

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    29 mins