In this powerful episode of Duty Beyond Duty, host Manny Guzman sits down with Carlos Javier Ortiz, an award-winning Chicago photographer and filmmaker known for capturing the realities of urban life, race, and community with raw honesty and depth.

Carlos shares his journey from growing up in Chicago to documenting stories that challenge perceptions and inspire dialogue across the nation. His work — featured in The New York Times, National Geographic, and The Atlantic — reflects a lifelong commitment to telling the untold stories of struggle, hope, and humanity.

Together, Manny and Carlos explore the intersection of art, activism, and healing — and how the camera becomes not just a tool for storytelling, but for social change.

🎧 Duty Beyond Duty — where service, creativity, and community meet.

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In this powerful episode of Duty Beyond Duty, host Manny Guzman sits down with Angel “Goyco” — a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, radio personality, and founder of Radio Ritmo Mix.

From the discipline of the Marines to the rhythm of the airwaves, Goyco shares how his voice became a bridge between cultures and generations. He opens up about his military service, his passion for Latin music, and the creation of a platform that celebrates community, identity, and resilience.

🎶 From the uniform to the microphone — this is the story of a Marine who found a new mission through music, faith, and the power of connection.

🇺🇸 “Once a Marine, always a Marine.”
🎧 Duty. Rhythm. Legacy.

In this inspiring episode of Duty Beyond Duty, We sit down with Chicago Police Officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Ron Ayala, whose story reflects discipline, resilience, and brotherhood.

Born and raised in Chicago, Ron shares his journey from growing up in the city’s neighborhoods to finding purpose in the United States Marine Corps, where he served with honor through multiple deployments. He opens up about the challenges and pride of military life, the lessons that shaped him, and the emotional transition from active duty to wearing the badge.

Now a dedicated Chicago Police Officer and Board member of the Chicago Police Baseball Club, The Knights, Ron continues to serve his city and community — this time through teamwork, mentorship, and service beyond the uniform.

This conversation dives deep into what it means to balance duty, family, and faith, and how the Marine Corps’ values of honor, courage, and commitment continue to guide his path in law enforcement.