LatinX Can

Hola hola everyone... We just wanted to let you know we will be on a break for at least a few weeks. While we take this time off, please tune to listen to rebroadcasts of past episodes you may have not heard before. In the meantime, we will be working hard on the next season of Latinx Can Podcast, which will drop just in time to celebrate Latin Heritage Month!

Meet Dulce Orozco the Latina immigrant therapists who invites us to look at therapy as a preventive tool to take care of ourselves or to help us level up to the next challenge. Dulce is a resilient licensed mental health counselor   who embarked on an arduous path from Venezuela to the U.S. As an international student, Dulce faced challenges, triumphs, and a determination that shaped her into the remarkable therapist she is today. In this episode, we dive into: Growing up in Venezuela & her Journey to the U.S. The early life experiences that turned her into a courageous 17 year old who found a way to study, work, and make a life in the U.S.The International Student Struggle: Navigating cultural nuances, finding employment, and understanding that meritocracy isn’t always the key. Cultural Competence in Mental Health: The importance of working with therapists who understand your cultural background and how cultural competence fosters trust, empathy, and healing.Therapy as Prevention: View therapy not only as a reactive measure but also as a proactive tool for well-being in a safe and judgment-free space.Interviewing Potential Therapists: Learn the essential questions to ask when interviewing potential therapists to help you find the right fit for you.Affording Therapy: Demystifies the financial aspect of therapy. Whether through insurance, sliding scales, or community resources, learn practical tips on making therapy accessible.Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080 

Meet Giovanna “Gigi” Gonzalez, a financial educator and author of Cultura & Cash, a practical and jargon-free money guide to help first gen Latinx tackle their finances. Giovanna is a Mexican-American financial professional turned influencer and financial educator for first gen individuals looking to take control of their finances. She is a trailblazer who grew up straddling two worlds in a border town, with one foot in Mexico and the other in the US. “Gigi”. After a decade-long career in corporate America, Gigi amassed a large following online providing financial tips, and 3 years later, she published her first book: Cultura & Cash. Here is what we talked about: Bicultural Roots & motivators: Giovanna’s unique upbringing and how it shaped her money mindset, and the practical way her parents used to encourage her to pursue higher education. Community College Gateway: Accessing higher education via community college: The pros and cons.Harmful stereotypes in the Corporate world: Overcoming stereotypes in corporate environments where her passion was misinterpreted as anger.Financial Awakening: Despite doing everything ‘right,’ the struggle with living paycheck to paycheck prompted a deep dive into self-education on finances.Cultural Financial Literacy: Recognizing the need for a cultural perspective in financial education that takes into account the unique challenges of first gen individuals from collectivistic cultures.The ‘First Gen Five’ Method: The five pillars of financial education that can help you move the needle from financial chaos, to stability and even financial independence.   Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080  

Meet Claudia Romo Edelman, founder and CEO of the We Are All Human Foundation, an organization that aims to advance the agenda of DEI for Latinos around the world. Claudia shares her story of growing up in Mexico City thinking she could do the impossible because she was stronger than death. She talks about her early career in communications and how that introduced her to the humanitarian world, where her words could help a cause in need. She also talks about how she created the We Are All Human Foundation after the realization that she was a Latina after moving to the U.S., and the limitations and possibilities associated with that. In this episode we talked about: Believing in the Impossible: How overcoming a near-death experience as a child, helped her develop a mindset of resilience and optimism. 💫 World Changer: Working for global organizations such as the UN, UNICEF, and the World Economic Forum to make a positive impact on the world. 🌍 Latina Leader: Discovering her identity as a Latina and decided to use her voice and influence to advocate for the Hispanic community. 🗣️ We Are All Human: Founding a non-profit organization that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion for all people. 🙌 Getting our share of the pie: Addressing the main barriers preventing Latinos from getting our fair share: Lack of unity, distorted perceptions, and lack of representation. 🌟 Scarcity vs Abundance: Challenging the scarcity mindset that limits the potential of Latinos and switching to an abundance mindset that opens up new opportunities and possibilities. 🚀 "A La Latina": A platform to support other professional Latinas and provide them with inspiration, networks, and playbooks that can help us reach our goals in half the time. 💃  Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080 

Meet Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner, a Latina in the C-suite at the financial services company Money Lyon, who wants to help the next generation of Latinas get to the top in half the time. Cynthia shares her story of growing up in Mexico City with a supportive father who taught her the value of hard work. She talks about her journey of immigration to the US to pursue an MBA with the goal of becoming a better marketer, and how that journey turned into a rollercoaster that made her take a step back in her career before catapulting her into executive roles in corporate America. Once there, Cynthia met other Latinas hungry to learn how to craft their own career paths, which led her to co-create “A la Latina”, a podcast that equips the next generation of professional Latinas with the playbook to success being their authentic selves. In this episode we talked about: Financial Independence: How Cynthia pursued an MBA to take control of her future and career.Harvard Bound: How Cynthia applied to Harvard Business School and used her uniqueness as a strength.Stay in the Race: Cynthia’s #1 advice for all aspiring Latina professionals. 🏁Career Pivots: How Cynthia learned and grew from taking a step back in her career. 🚀A la Latina: Why Cynthia created a podcast to empower and inspire professional Latinas and address the barriers they face in the corporate world. 👊  Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080 

 Meet Dr. Jazmina Urriola the visionary Afrolatina behind Allayya, a mental health app that empowers the modern Latina to practice real self-care. Dr. Urriola is a native of Panama and joins us for the second time to share her experience starting a business from scratch, and the tips and tricks she has learned during her entrepreneurial career. Dr. Urriolla also shared the personal story that inspired her to learn more about self-care, and talks about how being an AfroLatina has added more complexity to her mental health journey. While in search of help, Dr. Uriiola didn’t see herself represented in the mental health apps available in the market, so she embarked in a journey to create a space that centers the needs of the modern Latina, providing tools and exercises created by mental health experts, because real self-case is evidence-based:  In this episode we talked about: 🚀 Entrepreneurship journey: Starting her own business from scratch & the tips and tricks she has learned during her entrepreneurial journey💖 Self-care and identity: Understanding self-care and the relationship between identity and mental health🌺 Afro Latina experience: Identifying as an Afro Latina and the additional toll race has taken on Jazmina’s mental health🔬 Mysticism vs science: How most apps in the market today that cater to women are based on mysticism and not real science🌟 Latina-centered tool: Creating a tool that caters to Latinas, with content from experts and professionals in the mental health arena.Learn more about Dr. Urriola’s experience by listening to episode 16 here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/765251/14243741Learn more about Allayya here: https://www.allayya.com/

This is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes, enjoy while we work on season 8!Meet Dr. Charlie Corredor, an engineer and entrepreneur who identified the power of mentorships and used it to represent the latinx community around the world. His curiosity and motivation led him to create connections with people who later became mentors, and who opened the doors to the world of science, literally! Dr. Charlie represented the U.S. and Colombia while pursuing research projects in China, Sweden, and France all before enrolling in a dual PhD program at Arizona State University. A twist in the plot took him from to the rainy city of Seattle, where he completed his PhD, a business certificate, and became an entrepreneur and co-founder of an early stage start up. His technical acumen and integrity opened doors for him during a time of transition, and the skills he has developed over the years, make him a valuable member to any team. 

Conoce a la Dra. Vanessa Díaz, etnógrafa interdisciplinaria, cineasta, periodista y educadora, que lleva con orgullo su origen Borinqueño. En este episodio, exploraremos los fascinantes aspectos de su carrera universitaria, sus proyectos en Cuba, sus experiencias en la revista “People” y cómo estas experiencias la llevaron a escribir su influyente libro: “Manufacturando Celebridades: como los paparazzi latinos y reporteras han construido el complejo industrial de Hollywood”.La Dra. Díaz, nos contará sobre sus motivaciones y desafíos mientras forjaba su camino académico, hablando de cómo sus experiencias personales y profesionales se entrelazaron, proporcionando una perspectiva única sobre el mundo del periodismo y la academia. Desde la influencia de los medios de comunicación hasta la participación activa de las celebridades en su propia construcción de imagen, exploraremos los temas que la Dra. Díaz aborda con agudeza en su obra.Además, nos sumergiremos en su trabajo, como co-creadora y educadora del “Bad Bunny Syllabus”. Descubriremos cómo surgió la idea de diseñar una clase universitaria basada en la figura del astro boricua Bad Bunny. Exploraremos los objetivos educativos detrás de este proyecto innovador, así como la conexión entre la cultura popular, la música y la academia.La Dra. Vanessa Díaz compartirá anécdotas, reflexiones y conocimientos valiosos a lo largo de la entrevista, brindándonos una visión integral de su trayectoria y sus contribuciones al ámbito académico y cultural. ¡Acompáñanos en este episodio imperdible, lleno de insights y experiencias únicas!

Meet Dr. Angel Martí, the first Latino to chair the Chemistry Department at Rice University, who aims to make the department accessible to all. Dr. Martí was born and raised in Utuado, Puerto Rico, and grew up in a family of farmers. His childhood was marked by curiosity and homegrown experiments, turning every corner into a laboratory, an early sign of his passion for science. Dr. Martí was initially captivated by Math and participated in the Math Olympics, representing Puerto Rico. After graduating from high school, he enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico. When it came time to choose a path, he strategically decided on chemistry, and after stepping in a lab for the first time, he realized that was where he was meant to be. The road to becoming a professor and a school administrator wasn’t without obstacles. Initially rejected from grad school, he persisted and eventually pursued his Ph.D. at the University of Puerto Rico, despite limited resources. Mentors played a crucial role, guiding him toward postdoctoral positions and faculty roles, yet, as a Latin professor, Dr. Martí has faced additional challenges. Undeterred, he excelled, and his exceptional contributions led him to become the Chair of Rice University’s Chemistry Department. Dr. Martí shared about the financial support that Rice University offers to undergraduate and graduate students, and we explored what Rice University can—and must—do to improve Latinx representation. Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

Meet Daniel Villao, a leader in diversity, inclusion and workforce development who strives to create fair and equitable work environments for all.Daniel Villao is a leader in diversity and inclusion, workforce development, and apprenticeship design. He was born and raised in East LA, and was one of the very few Ecuadorians in a predominantly Mexican and black community, an experience that helped him develop a unique identity and worldview. We discussed his career transition from the military to becoming an electrician and a union member, which helped him find stability after his honorary discharge.We also talked about Daniel’s decision to invest in his future and pursue a college degree while balancing a full time job and family responsibilities, a decision that changed his life’s trajectory and which led him to become an advocate for workers’ rights and education.Daniel shared his perspective on the current state and future trends of the workforce in the U.S., the role of unions in creating fair and equitable workplaces, and the challenges and opportunities of implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives in corporate America in a post-Affirmative Action society. Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

Meet Arturo Cázares, a Latino CEO who overcame adversity growing up in the U.S. and who is now leading Latinos in creating the change we need for a more prosperous society.Arturo Cázares is a successful Latino executive who has worked in some of the most prestigious companies in the world, and is now the CEO of the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN). Arturo shares his story of migrating from Michoacan, his home state in Mexico, and growing up in California, picking crops with his family, and living in a dangerous and poor neighborhood. He talks about how his parents and the people around him embraced their Mexican identity, even when it was not always welcomed in the spaces he and his siblings were entering for the first time.Arturo also talks about how important education was for him and his family, how it was the main reason why his parents left their home country, and how they saw education as the only avenue to bigger and better opportunities. Arturo reveals how studying at Stanford changed his life, thanks not only to the educational opportunities, but also to the Latino-focused spaces that Stanford had created, which helped him be himself and feel welcomed. He also talks about what he thinks Stanford still needs to do to increase the representation of Latinos on campus.We discussed the current state of American society, and why he believes it is our responsibility to make it more equitable and just for all. He also gives advice to Latinos who aspire to make it to the C-suite, and how they can balance playing the game of corporate America with staying true to their identity and values.Arturo also shares his insights on how Latinx can use their social capital to create change for their community, and why he thinks the environment has to change to make it more welcoming to Latinx. He explains why Latinx should not feel deficient, but rather confident and proud of their contributions and potential.Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

En este cautivador episodio de podcast, nos sumergimos en la inspiradora trayectoria de la Dra. Xaymara Serrano, una bióloga marina puertorriqueña que trabaja actualmente con NOAA. Únete a nosotros mientras Xaymara comparte su increíble historia de su jornada en busca de su trabajo soñado, dedicando su carrera a la preservación de los arrecifes de coral. A través de sus experiencias reveladoras y su apasionada dedicación, los oyentes obtienen una comprensión más profunda del trabajo vital que se realiza para proteger los frágiles ecosistemas de nuestros océanos. La Dra. Serranos nos conciencia que la clave para su exito fue la persistencia, la paciencia y la capacidad para aceptar sus errores.El viaje de la Dra. Serrano comienza en las vibrantes costas de Puerto Rico, donde su pasión por la biología marina se encendió durante su infancia. Únete a nosotros mientras comparte su inspirador camino, desde sus raíces en la isla hasta su emigración a los Estados Unidos en busca de su sueño. Te conmoverá su determinación mientras describe los obstáculos que superó para ingresar a la escuela de posgrado, asegurando becas y financiamiento en el camino. Pero el viaje no estuvo exento de desafíos, y ella habla de la nostalgia de vivir lejos de su familia.La resiliencia de la Dra. Serrano brilla a medida que relata su incansable búsqueda de su trabajo soñado. Revela cómo la flexibilidad y aprovechar otras oportunidades allanaron el camino para que lograra sus metas. La Dra. Serrano nos aconseja a ser resilientes, y a levantarnos no importa cuantas veces nos caigamos. Que nuestro deseo de alcanzar ese sueño y la pasion sean quien nos conduzca en nuestro camino. Tambien nos aconseja a no perder la paciencia al momento de ser rechazado, sino que lo aceptemos y seamos flexible al momento en que otras oportunidades se presenten, eso si, sin perder nuestro enfoque en la meta final. Su sugerencia es: “toma todas las oportunidades que te provea al mundo”.Como parte integral de la Administración Nacional Oceánica y Atmosférica (NOAA), la Dra. Serrano habla sobre su papel crucial en la protección de los ecosistemas marinos. Ella nos explica los impactos del cambio climático en los ecosistemas marinos, especialmente el blanqueo de los arrecifes de coral.Este episodio es un tesoro de consejos para los aspirantes a biólogos marinos, ya que la Dra. Serrano comparte su sabiduría y experiencias. Únete a nosotros en este extraordinario viaje de pasión, determinación y esperanza mientras navegamos por los mares de la biología marina con la Dra. Xaymara Serrano.

Meet Gustavo Suarez, Colombian entrepreneur who is driven by the vision of building strong businesses that do the right thing for our communities.Gustavo Suarez, the founder of Trez.co, a US payroll platform that serves the nearly 35 million Latino workforce in the United States.Gustavo shares his inspiring journey of migrating from Colombia and opening a small business with no knowledge and no support system. He also reveals how he struggled to get through college while juggling multiple responsibilities, and how finding the right support system helped him overcome the hard times.Gustavo also tells us how his failed attempt to launch a car accessory business taught him valuable lessons that led him to found his first successful enterprise, JPG, a company that provides tax, advisory, and accounting services to small business owners.He also explains how he learned to balance perseverance and flexibility in pursuing his goals, and how he recognized when he needed to find another way.Throughout his entrepreneurial career, Gustavo has learned the importance of establishing a nurturing environment for collaboration where everyone can succeed together, and the value of treating people with respect, as we are all human beings on this earth.This is a must-listen episode for anyone who wants to learn from a resilient and passionate entrepreneur who overcame many challenges and achieved his dreams.Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

Meet Massiel Diez a Colombian-Canadian chemical engineer who began her career as a wireline engineer in the Oil & Gas industry, and who is now changing the industry from within.Massiel is also known as the “Oilfield Girl” by her global online following, she was born in San Andres, a small Caribbean island in Colombia, and migrated to Canada with her mom when she was 4 years old.Massiel shared her journey of immigrating from Colombia to Canada as a child, and how she knew she needed to become someone to honor her mom’s sacrifices, which is why she pursued a degree in chemical engineering at McGill University.She also told us how she started her career in the oil industry as a wireline field engineer, and how she sacrificed the early years of her career to set up a foundation for success. This helped her understand pursuing a degree instead of settling for a decent paying job always pays off, because education can open up more opportunities and choices in life.Massiel also shared her experience relocating with a company twice, first to the US and the to Mexico. She talked about what it is like, the opportunities it provides, and the challenges associated with it. One of them: Struggling to fit in after relocating to Mexico, because even though she has always identified as a Latina, she had not experienced what living is Latin America is like. Finally, Massiel told us how she co-founded Flipping the Barrel podcast, and what the show aims to accomplish: empowering energy leaders and inspiring the next generation of talent in the industry You don’t want to miss this fascinating and inspiring conversation with Massiel Diez, a remarkable woman who is making an impact in the energy field and beyond.  Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

Meet the founders of El Puente Institute, three Doctoras who share their knowledge and tips on how we can leverage our Latinx culture to be better leaders in the corporate world.Dr. Patty Delgado (MX), Dr. Alejandra Mielke (MX), and Dr. Patricia Conde-Brooks (CO) are the founders of El Puente Institute, a dynamic organization with the purpose of improving the advancement of the Latinx/Hispanic workforce.In this episode, these amazing Latina leaders shared their inspiring personal stories, how they met and how they decided to start collaborating to create El Puente Institute, which conducts research and education centered around the influence of Latinx/Hispanic cultural drivers from psychological and behavioral perspectives.They also offered valuable insights and tips on how to navigate the challenges and opportunities that Latinx professionals face in the corporate world, as well as how our cultural identity and values can also help us become better leaders.You don’t want to miss this enlightening and empowering conversation with these three remarkable women who are making a difference in the Latinx community and beyond. Find out more about Dr. Alejandra Mielke’s story here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL3634649664.mp3?updated=1662765047Find out more about El Puente Institute here: https://www.thebridgifygroup.com/el-puente-instituteFollow El Puente Institute on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/el-puente-institute/Register for El Puente’s Masterclass here: https://www.thebridgifygroup.com/training-masterclass Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

Here we come again!Season 7 of Latinx Can Podcast starts on September 2nd, 2023.Make sure you subscribe... and leave a review!Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

This episode is an extract of episode 36 where Valeria Aloe talked about how her experience in Corporate America led her to burn out, and how that led her to become an entrepreneur, and award-winning author of Uncolonized Latinas Uncolonized Latinas: Transforming Our Mindsets And Rising Together. Listen to full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL8551800831.mp3?updated=1647626222Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

058: Afrolatinidad and Inclusion: What Leaders Need to Know, with Dr. Marisol CapellanMeet Dr. Marisol Capellan, an Afro-Latina, mother, and immigrant who is passionate about empowering women and minorities to overcome barriers in their career paths.Dr. Capellan is a Dominican leader, educator, coach, and author who is on a mission to empower women and minorities to achieve their full potential.We talked about her inspiring journey from growing up in poverty in the Dominican Republic to becoming an internationally recognized and award-winning professional. She shared with us the stories of resilience and perseverance that shaped her mindset and her passion for education. She also opened up about the challenges and barriers that communities of color face in higher education and in the corporate world, and how that forces us to work twice as hard to achieve our goals.We also discussed the differences between Latinidad and Afro-latinidad, and the colorism that exists within the Latinx community. She challenged us to question our assumptions and biases, and to aspire to a more inclusive and authentic leadership style that celebrates our diversity and identity. This episode is full of wisdom, insights, and inspiration for anyone who wants to learn more about leadership, diversity, equity and inclusion, and Afro-latinidad. Don’t miss the launch of Dr. Capellan’s book on Saturday June 4th, 2023, find more information here: https://www.booksandbooks.com/event/in-person-an-afternoon-with-dr-marisol-capellan/To buy a signed copy, please message Dr. Capellan via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisolcapellan/Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

Meet Carlos Torres, a Venezuelan engineer and entrepreneur who turned a lay-off into an opportunity to start his own business and spend more time with his family. Carlos has a wealth of experience in the oil and gas industry, working with Schlumberger, Gulfstream Services and Royal Oaks Energy Services in various regions around the world. He is also the chapter chair of SPE GCS, the Society of Petroleum Engineers Gulf Coast Section, where he leads a diverse team of volunteers. Carlos reveals his insights and tips on how to succeed as a leader and an entrepreneur in the oil and gas industry. Whether you want to learn more about SPE GCS, one of the largest and most active sections of SPE International, or you want to be inspired by Carlos’s stories and achievements, don’t miss this episode!Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080

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