🍷 Featured Wine:

Balanza Vineyards Rosé of Pinot Noir – a crisp, elegant rosé from Willamette Valley, OR.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Wine & Chisme Podcast, host Jessica Yañez sits down with Crystal Roman, the powerhouse founder, CEO, and creative behind The Black Latina Movement. Jessica and Crystal dive deep into what it means to claim space in media, own your identity, and challenge the narratives that have historically erased Afro-Latine voices.

From creating opportunities for women of color on stage and screen to navigating the complexities of identity, Crystal shares her journey of turning frustration into fuel and passion into purpose.

⏰ Timestamps & Notable Moments

0:02 – Welcome & Introductions
Jessica introduces Crystal Roman, highlighting her multifaceted roles as founder, writer, producer, and CEO of The Black Latina Movement.

1:20 – Representation in Media
Jessica and Crystal discuss the critical importance of visibility for Black and Brown women in storytelling and production.

5:45 – Owning Identity in a Fragmented Media Landscape
Crystal opens up about creating a movement that honors intersectionality — and how authenticity became her greatest strength.

12:10 – Building a Movement from the Ground Up
How The Black Latina Movement began as a small theater project and grew into a nationwide platform amplifying underrepresented voices.

18:30 – The Weight of Being “The First”
Crystal shares candid reflections on being a trailblazer in spaces that weren’t built for her — and how community keeps her grounded.

24:00 – Representation Beyond the Screen
A conversation on why media ownership and decision-making roles matter just as much as on-camera representation.

Connect with Crystal

Website: www.blacklatinamovement.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacklatinamovement/