My name is Mariano Freeman Noyola, and I’m the creator and host of The Freeman Focus.
Born and raised in Chicago, IL — a place full of energy, culture, and experiences that shaped a lot of who I am. I later moved to Wisconsin around the age of 15–16 and graduated from Wautoma High School in 2005.
After high school, I worked in several factories, and over time found my way into IT work, tech support, and customer service. Those roles taught me problem-solving, patience, and how to communicate with all kinds of people.
Over the years I also built a passion for media, photography, storytelling, and working with small businesses. Those creative roots eventually grew into what is now The Freeman Focus — a place where I get to combine my background, my curiosity, and my desire to help others share their stories.
Today, the podcast reflects everything that shaped me:
The Big-City cultural diversity upbringing
My Adolescent small-town Wisconsin roots
My experiences in the workforce
My passion for connecting with people
And my belief that real stories matter
The Freeman Focus isn’t just entertainment — it’s a Central WI Community Project, a space for honest conversations, and a way to highlight the people making a difference right here at home and discuss why supporting small local business matters.