One of us won an Emmy. We raised $20,000+ for our film Final Frame. We got recognition as "professional filmmakers.'" And somehow, imposter syndrome got STRONGER. Here's what we learned about why success doesn't fix it—and what actually helps.In this final solo episode of Season 2, we're getting brutally honest about our decade-long battle with imposter syndrome—from making films with friends in high school to winning our first festival award, to raising the most money we've ever raised for a project. Spoiler alert: no achievement made it go away.KEY TAKEAWAYS:- Why every new level brings a new version of imposter syndrome- The difference between "fearless" and "courageous"- How to reframe fear as care (game-changer)- Why the goal isn't to feel ready—it's to take the leap anyway- When it's okay to quit vs. when you should push throughBE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US:Website: https://www.nunotwins.coAdrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwinAndrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwinFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
What if your biggest fear could become your greatest strength?
In this episode, we sit down with Nate Crawford — award-winning food and lifestyle photographer, baker, and educator — to hear two powerful life lessons that shaped his journey.
From overcoming fear of public speaking to embracing failure in the kitchen, Nate’s story is a reminder that the messy moments often lead to the most meaningful breakthroughs. We also talk about creativity, community, dealing with internet haters, and why “overnight success” doesn’t exist.
If you’ve ever felt like your struggles disqualified you from success, this episode will prove that your challenges might just be your superpower.
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What’s it really like growing up as identical twins?
In this episode, we (Adrian & Andrew) open up about the best and hardest parts of being twin brothers — from the perks of having a built-in best friend to the challenges of identity, comparison, and even dating in the same city.
We share:
- How being twins shaped our journey into filmmaking and creativity
- The funniest reactions we’ve ever gotten when people realize we’re twins
- The constant comparison game and learning to find individuality
- Why, despite it all, being twins has been the greatest gift
If you’ve ever wondered about twin life, sibling rivalry, or how twins build individuality while sharing everything, this episode tells the honest truth.
Whether you’re a twin yourself, have siblings, or are just curious, you’ll walk away with laughs, lessons, and maybe even a new perspective on family bonds.
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What do competitive softball, burnout, and independent filmmaking have in common? For producer and coach Angie Gaffney, they all taught her how to lead, how to fail forward, and how to come back stronger.
In this episode of Twin Spin, we dive into Angie’s journey from the ball field to Sundance, the lessons her coach instilled that still guide her work today, and the breaking point that forced her to step back and reimagine her relationship with filmmaking.
Whether you’re a creative, an entrepreneur, or simply someone navigating big changes, Angie’s story is full of wisdom on resilience, balance, and believing in yourself—even when the scoreboard says otherwise.KEEP UP WITH
ANGIE: https://www.instagram.com/fivetwoonefilmsBE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US:Website: https://www.nunotwins.coAdrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwinAndrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin
What would you tell your 22-year-old self if you could go back in time?In this episode of Twin Spin, we (Adrian & Andrew Nuño) share the 5 biggest lessons we learned while living together in our 20s — lessons about growth, identity, therapy, and trusting your gut that we wish we knew sooner.From navigating anxiety and learning to ask for help, to discovering why scars never fully fade and how to let go of people who aren’t meant to stay.Whether you’re in your early 20s trying to figure life out, or reflecting on your own journey of growth and change, these lessons can help you feel less alone and more empowered on your path.🎙️ If you’ve ever wondered what advice you’d give your younger self — or just need a reminder that you’re not alone in your struggles — this one’s for you.BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US:Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwinAndrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin
What if the validation you’ve been chasing is actually holding you back?
In this powerful episode of Twin Spin, we sit down with speaker, content creator, and entrepreneur Michael Lemus—a bisexual Latino leader and first-gen college graduate—who shares the lessons that helped him stop performing for approval and start living in alignment with his true self.
We talk about:
- Letting go of external validation (and why it’s harder than it sounds)
- How to finally listen to your inner voice
- Building confidence from within—not from likes or comments
- The healing power of vulnerability (especially for men of color)
- Reclaiming identity as a queer, first-gen creative
- Why therapy, spirituality, and storytelling are tools for transformation
Whether you’re navigating self-doubt, creative burnout, or just feeling disconnected from yourself, this episode is an open invitation to come home to who you really are.
Subscribe for more raw, real conversations on growth, identity, and creativity. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods.
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We used to think creativity came from always being on the go—pushing harder, doing more, staying busy.
But in this episode of Twin Spin, we talk about how rest and recharging ended up being the creative tools we didn’t know we needed.After years of burnout and creative blocks, we finally gave ourselves permission to slow down—and everything started to shift.
We get into why rest isn’t laziness, how it brought clarity back into our work, and the surprising ways it actually made us better creators.If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like your creativity’s run dry, this one’s for you.BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US:Website: https://www.nunotwins.coAdrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwinAndrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwinFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
Julio G. Alvarez joins us on the podcast today to talk about paying attention to life when it's speaking to you and your life starting when you make the choice to change.Julio is a trailblazing executive coach and keynote speaker dedicated to guiding leaders from their heads to their hearts. As a queer, first-generation Latino, his experience as an ERG leader and marketing executive at top tech companies like Google, Airbnb, and Lyft fuels his passion for integrating intellect with empathy in leadership.Julio empowers high-performing leaders to develop self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and heart-centered leadership. His groundbreaking work—including founding Out in Tech, hosting the LET’S GO WITH JULIO podcast, and delivering the TEDx talk “Technology of Courage” (now becoming a book)—is transforming how leaders connect and inspire.Featured in The New York Times and The Today Show, and trusted by visionaries like Sam Altman, Julio’s dynamic approach challenges leaders to shed their armor, embrace vulnerability, and lead with compassion. CONNECT WITH JULIO: letsgowithjulio.com to meet Julio and work with himLetsgowithjulio across social channels if you want regular inspiration on how to be a more effective leader
Welcome to Season 2 of our podcast with a new name, Twin Spin!
This week, we're diving into something super relevant: how to keep going in uncertain times. Let's be real, life throws curveballs, and things can feel a bit shaky sometimes. And that has certainly been the case over the past several months.
We'll chat about real-talk ways to stay strong and figure out what truly matters when everything else feels up in the air. Tune in for some actionable tips and good vibes to help you keep moving forward, no matter what!
SOME ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT:
https://donate.amnestyusa.org/
https://immigrantjustice.org/
https://www.elevatedaccess.org/
https://www.peoplefor.org/
https://transgenderlawcenter.org/
https://www.hrc.org/
https://glaad.org/
In today's season one finale, Andrew shares three things that he keeps in mind when it comes to practicing gratitude. Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too. We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you! BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US: Website: https://www.nunotwins.co Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwin Andrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
In our ninth episode, we sit down with LGBTQ+ and mental health advocate Juan Acosta as he shares the two lessons that have transformed his life: Always remember the why and be open to changes, new people, and new places.
Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too.
We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you!
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In today's episode, Adrian shares a few tips on how to go about loneliness as the world has seen an epidemic of loneliness occur within the past several years. Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too. We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you! BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US: Website: https://www.nunotwins.co Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwin Andrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
In our seventh episode, we sit down with entrepreneur and founder of Mujeron Movement Sonia Rivera Saunders as she shares the two lessons that have transformed her life: build a community of like minded individuals around you and invest in yourself. Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too. We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you! FOLLOW SONIA: On any social media platform as @mujeronmovement Or her personal accounts @thesoniaalejandra You can also tune in to her podcast on Spotify or apple podcast search for "the Mujeròn Podcast". BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US: Website: https://www.nunotwins.co Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwin Andrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
In today's episode, Andrew shares three things that he keeps in mind to protect and care for his mental health when helping others. Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too. We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you! BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US: Website: https://www.nunotwins.co Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwin Andrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
In our fifth episode, we sit down with communications professor and Tik Tok influencer Adam Brooks as he shares the two lessons that have transformed his life: you are in charge of your own happiness and don't complain and don't explain.
Dr. Adam Brooks is a speaker, coach, encouraging elder millennial, and communication expert who helps you make your ideas effective through the power of speech. Dr. Brooks is an Associate Professor at The University of Alabama where he directs the Public Speaking program, he is also the author of the book Engineered To Speak: helping you craft and deliver technical information. He has worked with individuals and companies to help people cut the noise and lead with meaning. Outside of work Adam Brooks uses his social media platform; ohheyadam on Tiktok to encourage others through positivity and share life lessons he learns in his 30s.
Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too. We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you!
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In today's episode, Adrian shares three things that have helped his mental health as well as his journey with depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too. We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you! CHECK OUT THE APPS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (I am not affiliated with any of these apps) Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/
Calm: https://www.calm.com/
Bloom: https://www.enjoybloom.com/ BE SURE TO KEEP UP WITH US: Website: https://www.nunotwins.co Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianthenunotwin Andrew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewthenunotwin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenunotwins TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nunotwins
In our third episode, we sit down with media entrepreneur Troy Pryor as he shares the two lessons that have transformed his life: there's no competition when you go the extra mile and effective public speaking is a gold mine.
A Chicago native, Troy Osborne Pryor is a media producer, speaker, and coach, but his true superpower is the ability to connect people and resources. His collaborations have led to award-winning projects and content on multiple platforms. Pryor is the founder of Creative Cypher, a portfolio of media companies & investments, under his company Pryor Holdings. He is also the founder of the XL Film Festival and Vice President of SAG-AFTRA Chicago.
Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too.
We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you!
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In our second episode, we sit down with Latina coach and speaker Erika Cruz as she shares the two lessons that have transformed her life: learning to lead with courage even when you're afraid and creating your dream life with the help of social media.
Erika Cruz is a Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Courage Driven Latina. Erika left a six-figure tech job and moved back into her childhood room to start her coaching business. Within 12 months, she grew her business to multi-six figures from that room. She has supported hundreds of Latinas in finding clarity, living a life they love, and leading with courage. Her social media content on social media and her podcast, Chingona Revolution, helps people become the best version of themselves. Erika has been featured in NY Times, LA Times, CNN, and Telemundo - and she is just getting started.
Note that this episode was recorded back in late 2023.
Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too.
We couldn't be more excited to be sharing this journey with you!
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In our inaugural episode, we share the two lessons that have transformed our lives: whether it's learning to embrace failure more or learning to make the most of each day after an almost very tragic day more than ten years ago.
Join us, The Nuño Twins, on our self-development journey as we sit down with coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs and more about the two lessons that changed their lives and might change yours too.
We couldn't be more excited to be starting this journey!
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