About Us
Leslie Arboleda
(she/her)
Alex Embry
(they/them)
Our Story
One of the things Alex and Leslie have always loved most about their friendship is their conversations. When people ask what they enjoy doing together the most, the answer is almost always the same: talking — or, as Leslie would say, “waxing philosophically.” Their conversations are not casual or surface-level. They are expansive, curious, emotional, and often weave through the metaphysical, the spiritual, and the practical all at once. Over time, they both began to realize that these weren’t just conversations between friends, but doorways into deeper understanding and growth.
Many of these conversations took place during major milestones in Alex’s life. After significant moments, Alex would call Leslie, and they would unpack it together — the emotions, the realizations, the insights stored in the body and the heart.
The conversation that truly planted the seed for their podcast happened after the first time Alex went on a date following their transition. The realization that dating — and even simply existing in the world — as a woman versus as a man is profoundly different opened up a powerful dialogue about identity, energy, safety, perception, and lived experience. When that conversation ended, they both had the same thought: We should have recorded this. And that moment is what ultimately sparked this podcast — a space where they now share those same deep, honest, and transformative conversations with the world.
Mission
Empowering Personal Growth
Every time you listen to Don’t Trip on Your Cape, you will walk away with more self-awareness, more clarity, and more agency over your own life.
You will hear honest conversations that reflect your own struggles and help you see where you get in your own way. You will receive practical guidance, grounded insight, and real tools you can apply immediately. You will be challenged with compassion and supported with truth.
This podcast will always meet you where you are, illuminate what is possible, and help you make choices that are aligned with who you are becoming.
We promise to help you grow without pretending, heal without shame, and rise without tripping on your own cape.
We are committed to creating a supportive community where individuals can embrace their journey, cultivate self-awareness, and unlock their true potential. Our goal is to offer practical tools and valuable insights that empower personal growth and encourage living on Purpose, with Purpose!
Hosts
Leslie Arboleda (she/her)
Leslie has a rare and remarkable ability to create space for anyone, no matter who they are or where they come from. Her presence is deeply authentic, grounded, and intentional, allowing others to feel instantly seen and held without judgment. She listens in a way that goes beyond the surface, reflecting back not only what is being said, but what is waiting to be recognized. Through this gift, Leslie helps people gain clarity, confidence, and a sense of grounded direction in their lives.
As a coach and mentor through Aligned Living & Leadership, Leslie guides others toward alignment and purposeful action. With wisdom, compassion, and intuitive insight, she is able to illuminate the next steps someone needs to take, turning confusion into clarity and potential into grounded movement forward. Her work is rooted in both heart and strategy, making her a powerful mirror and guide for anyone ready to step into their truest self.
Alex Embry (they/them)
Alex leads with vulnerability, curiosity, and an unwavering commitment to the path of becoming a Human, BEing with Love. Through their own healing journey, they have learned to move from survival into self-acceptance by choosing to lead with Grok, a different kind of Love — for themselves first, and then for the world around them. Alex’s life and work are rooted in the belief that love is not something we have to earn, but something we are meant to remember. By courageously sharing their story, including the parts that are messy, painful, and transformative, Alex creates a space where others feel brave enough to share their own truth and know they are safe while doing so.
Their presence is simultaneously grounding and expansive, inviting others into deeper self-awareness, authenticity, and connection. Whether through conversation, community, or creation, Alex’s heart-centered approach helps people feel seen, understood, and empowered to step more fully into who they truly are.