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Hosted by Kevin Muñoz, a financial analyst and certified Immigrant Finance Professional, The LEO Podcast dives into the stories, struggles, and successes shaping the Latin American experience in the U.S.
From money and business to politics, tech, and mental health, we’re talking about the real stuff that impacts our community. Kevin sits down with undocumented entrepreneurs, industry experts, and changemakers to explore how we navigate the U.S. economy, build generational wealth, and challenge systems that weren’t built for us.
New episodes drop weekly in English and Spanish
From money and business to politics, tech, and mental health, we’re talking about the real stuff that impacts our community. Kevin sits down with undocumented entrepreneurs, industry experts, and changemakers to explore how we navigate the U.S. economy, build generational wealth, and challenge systems that weren’t built for us.
New episodes drop weekly in English and Spanish
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This week, we're joined by Jasmine Lopez a powerful voice in the world of financial healing and community care. She's a proud 2nd generation Puerto Rican/Mexican who grew up in a single-parent home, and her early experiences shaped a complex relationship with money, self-worth, and mental health. After navigating financial hardships—including bankruptcy in her mid-20s—she began a transformational journey of redefining success, healing from within, and breaking free from limiting beliefs. Since 2017, she’s been doing the deep work: therapy, financial coaching, goal-setting with friends, and exploring holistic healing beyond just talk therapy. Through storytelling, creativity, and community, she's built a vision for Mentally Mutual—a space where collective healing and thriving is the mission. In this episode, we dive into money mindset, mental health, healthcare access, nonprofits, and so much more. You’re gonna want to take notes. @yourfriend.jasmine https://www.mentallymutual.com/ https://www.thefirehousedream.org/ 👉 Show your support and unlock additional resources by becoming part of the Patreon community. Receive benefits and bonus behind-the-scenes content, as well as 1:1 to talk about anything you like, doesn't have to be finance-related. ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉For more info and resources visit my website www.latinamericaneo.org 👉follow me on Instagram @latinamericaneo
In this episode of The LEO Podcast, Kevin Muñoz sits down with Heidy De La Cruz — copywriter, speaker, podcast coach, and host of The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants. As the daughter of Dominican immigrants, Heidy has made it her mission to shift the immigration narrative through the power of storytelling. If you care about immigration stories, podcast growth, Latina entrepreneurship, and redefining the American Dream, this conversation will inspire you to find your voice and use it to create change. Important Links/Socials: 👉 Show your support and unlock additional resources by becoming part of the Patreon community. Receive benefits and bonus behind-the-scenes content, as well as 1:1 to talk about anything you like, doesn't have to be finance-related. ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉For more info and resources visit my website www.latinamericaneo.org 👉follow me on Instagram @latinamericaneo
What happens when your neighborhood Starbucks isn’t just a coffee stop but a sign your rent’s about to soar? We dive into Mexico City’s exploding housing crisis, gentrification, and the fight locals are leading to keep their homes. BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
This week on The LEO Podcast, we dive into three major immigration stories shaking the U.S. from the highest court decisions to detention centers straight out of a thriller, and the massive $75 billion ICE budget in the bill advancing through congress. From deportations to third countries, to Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz,” to ICE’s cash crisis and the Big Beautiful Bill that could change everything—this episode breaks it down with honesty and heart. BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
In this episode, we sit down with Luzy King @sayholawealth, an award-winning, certified trauma-informed financial and business coach, MBA, and host of the Say Hola Wealth podcast. Luzy opens up about her money story growing up, the financial trauma she had to unlearn, and how she’s now helping Latinas reclaim their financial power. From climbing the corporate ladder to launching her own business, Luzy shares how she turned her pain into purpose. 👉 Show your support and unlock additional resources by becoming part of the Patreon community. Receive benefits and bonus behind-the-scenes content, as well as 1:1 to talk about anything you like, doesn't have to be finance-related. ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉For more info and resources visit my website www.latinamericaneo.org 👉follow me on Instagram @latinamericaneo
Financial coach Soledad Fernández Paulino from @wealthparatodos returns to share her powerful journey to buying a home in one of the most expensive markets in the U.S. We talk financial strategy, mindset, identity, and how she balanced early retirement goals with real estate dreams. If you're a first-gen or BIPOC buyer thinking homeownership is out of reach, this one's for you. For more information or if you’d like to get in contact with Soledad visit her website https://wealthparatodos.com/ Important Links/Socials: 👉 Show your support and unlock additional resources by becoming part of the Patreon community. Receive benefits and bonus behind-the-scenes content, as well as 1:1 to talk about anything you like, doesn't have to be finance-related. ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉For more info and resources visit my website www.latinamericaneo.org 👉follow me on Instagram @latinamericaneo
The LEO podcast and Shot of Truth Podcast presents Undocumented and Unafraid: Protests, Power, and Surveillance an episode unpacking what we are experiencing as immigrant folks in this country. We discuss the real-life impacts of these ongoing immigration policies rooted in dehumanization and exploitation. Topics: Immigration Policy Updates & Real-Life Impacts Protest, Surveillance & Government Response Symbolism, Flags & The Stories We Tell Cross-Movement Solidarity – Palestine, ICE, and Civil Rights BlueprintsListen to the full episode on The Latin American Educational Opportunities Podcast @latinamericaneoor Shot Of Truth PodcastshotoftruthpodcastAvailable on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and more! Show Notes: DACA recipient and Kansas City father of 3 deported to Mexico despite valid documentationDeported DACA Recipient Home With Family After Harrowing ExperienceMiddle East Monitor - Ceasefire violations Tech Dirt - ICE internet surveillance - Shadow Dragon
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Adina Appelbaum, an immigration lawyer, Accredited Financial Counselor, and co-founder of Immigrant Finance. We dive into how immigrants can take control of both their legal status and their financial future. Adina opens up about her journey and how her personal and professional experiences inspired her and her husband Mauricio to build a platform that helps immigrant families gain stability and create generational wealth. We talk about the most common financial myths in immigrant communities, how someone without a Social Security number can start building credit, and why financial empowerment is a critical part of the immigrant experience. Whether you're documented, undocumented, or somewhere in between, this conversation is filled with practical advice, encouragement, and real tools to move forward. 🔗 Learn more: https://immigrantfinance.com/ 📲 Follow Adina: @immigrant.finance 👉 Show your support and unlock additional resources by becoming part of the Patreon community. Receive benefits and bonus behind-the-scenes content, as well as 1:1 to talk about anything you like, doesn't have to be finance-related. ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉For more info and resources visit my website www.latinamericaneo.org 👉follow me on Instagram @latinamericaneo
In this episode we had the honor to speak with entrepreneur and poetic artist Jose Cordon, known as CordonConcepts, is a sought after spoken word poet, Antioch’s Poet Laureate, and founder of Grassroots Poetry. His upbringing in a church-going immigrant home taught him the value of faith, work ethic, and service. In that spirit, Cordon has helped develop and launch 2 art and culture programs in Contra Costa County. His captivating poetry has been viewed millions of times across social media and has been shared with the US Treasury, Google, and several universities and organizations nationwide. He’s been featured in billboard campaigns, documentaries, and in an award-winning short film. Cordon combines his experience as a community organizer and son of immigrants to deliver original, moving, and educational poems that are changing the way people think about poetry. His poetry can be found on social media, Youtube, and music streaming platforms @CordonConcepts 👉 Show your support and unlock additional resources by becoming part of the Patreon community. Receive benefits and bonus behind-the-scenes content, as well as 1:1 to talk about anything you like, doesn't have to be finance-related. ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉For more info and resources visit my website www.latinamericaneo.org 👉follow me on Instagram @latinamericaneo
Myrna Mack Chang was a Guatemalan anthropologist whose commitment to documenting the struggles of indigenous communities put her in the crosshairs of a violent regime. In 1990, she was brutally assassinated for exposing human rights abuses, but her story didn’t end there. Thanks to the relentless pursuit of justice by her sister, Helen Mack, her case set legal precedents in Guatemala and the Inter-American Court of Human Rights. In this episode, we explore Myrna’s life, her work, and the legacy she left behind in the fight for justice. Tune in as we honor her memory and discuss why her story is still relevant today. Don’t forget to subscribe to The LEO Podcast for more stories that matter! BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
In this episode, we dive into the life of a woman whose impact on labor rights and civil rights is often overlooked. From her early days as a journalist in Mexico to the historic Congreso de Pueblos de Habla Española and the government’s attempts to silence her, this is the story of Luisa Moreno, one of the most fearless and influential Latinas in U.S. history. BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
In this episode of The LEO Podcast, we dive into the life and legacy of Rigoberta Menchú, a K'iche' Maya woman who became a global voice for Indigenous rights. From surviving the Guatemalan Civil War to receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, her story is one of resilience, activism, and unwavering dedication to justice. Tune in to learn how Rigoberta continues to inspire change and empower marginalized communities worldwide. BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
Imagine a powerful queen so fierce, so respected, that she actually held more military authority than her husband, the king. A woman who ruled with an iron fist, led armies, and held a title no other Maya woman had before. She was lost to history for centuries until archaeologists accidentally stumbled upon her tomb in the middle of the Guatemalan jungle. Today, we’re talking about Lady K’abel, the Supreme Warrior Queen of the Maya civilization. BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
Hey tech lovers! In this episode of The LEO Podcast, we dive into three hot tech stories. Billionaires, government contracts, and political drama—this episode has it all. First, we dive into how Elon Musk’s Starlink might take over the FAA’s $2.4 billion air traffic control upgrade (and why that’s raising eyebrows). Then, we break down Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gaining access to confidential HUD records—housing discrimination cases, domestic violence reports, even medical files. Finally, we look at Apple’s bold stand against Trump’s push to eliminate corporate DEI programs. Is this all about innovation and efficiency, or is it just another billionaire power grab? Tune in for all this and more on The LEO Podcast! 🎧🔥 BONUS CONTENT Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
Latin America is making waves, and we’ve got the biggest stories you need to know: Argentina’s Crypto Chaos – With its economy in crisis, Argentines are turning to crypto like never before. But is this the solution or just another gamble? Brazil’s Coup Scandal – Former President Jair Bolsonaro has been charged in an alleged coup plot. Could this end his political future? Mexico vs. The U.S. on Cartels – The Trump administration just designated Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations, sparking major tensions with President Claudia Sheinbaum. Is military action on the table? Don’t miss this breakdown of Latin America’s most explosive headlines! Listen now! 🎧 In today’s episode of The LEO Podcast, BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
In today’s episode of The LEO Podcast, we’re breaking down three major headlines that are sending shockwaves through immigrant communities. First, ICE is ramping up social media surveillance—what does this mean for free speech and online activism? Then, Florida just passed one of the toughest immigration laws in the country, stripping in-state tuition from Dreamers and increasing enforcement. And finally, the Trump administration just fired over 400 DHS employees, including those at USCIS, which means massive delays for DACA renewals and immigration applications. What do these changes mean for immigrants? How can our communities prepare? Let’s break it all down. BONUS EPISODES Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website: www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram: @latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL: https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
Hey tech lovers! In this episode of The LEO Podcast, we dive into three hot tech stories. First, El Salvador is officially stepping away from Bitcoin as legal tender—was the crypto experiment a failure, or just ahead of its time? Then, AI-powered research assistants from OpenAI and Google are changing how scientists work, but can we really trust them to get the facts right? And finally, Apple is making big moves in Latin America, with eSIM technology giving it an edge over Samsung in the region. Tune in for all this and more onThe LEO Podcast! 🎧🔥 BONUS CONTENT Patreon: ✨www.patreon.com/latinamericaneo✨ 👉Website:www.latinamericaneo.org 👉Instagram:@latinamericaneo 🛍 Merch:https://latinamericaneo.org/shop 🔗LISTEN EN ESPAÑOL:https://anchor.fm/latinamericaneoes
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) was once a corporate promise—now, it's a battlefield. Companies like Target and Amazon are quietly cutting back, while Trump calls DEI a national threat. Let’s break down what’s really happening and what it means for our community.
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In this episode, we break down key immigration updates: Biden's extensions of TPS for several countries, the GOP's controversial Laken Riley Act advancing in Congress, recent immigration raids, and the Texas decision impacting DACA. Stay informed on the latest developments.
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In this episode of The LEO Podcast, we dive into Donald Trump's surprising openness to discussing protections for Dreamers in the proposed "big bill" spearheaded by Speaker Johnson. What does this mean for immigration reform, and could this be the breakthrough Dreamers have been waiting for? We break down the key points from Trump's Hugh Hewitt interview, the legislative challenges ahead, and how you can stay informed and engaged in the fight for justice. Don't miss this critical discussion!
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