Latina Life With Jen and Milena: Recent Episodes
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A podcast hosted by producers and friends Jennifer Aguillon and Milena Monrroy will showcase, elevate and support Latinas who have made an impact in their field. In unfiltered and candid conversations guests will share key moments in their lives, the challenges they have faced, how they overcame hurdles and advice to other Latinas on how to achieve their goals.
Today I shine a light on a vibrant, intelligent, strong and inspirational Colombian whose early hardships shaped her perspective on life, making opportunities for herself and supporting the community.A former model, Sandra Vergara has acted in various TV series, has been a television host and correspondent for various shows (including one with RuPaul), and was on Season 9 of Netflix’s entertaining series Selling Sunset. She is also a survivor of abuse who is taking the stigma out of mental health and is empowering females (and males) through her social media platforms. Her early upbringing was not traditional, as her parents were not able to care for her. She was adopted by her aunt and grew up with her sister, actress Sofia Vergara, until the family left for the States after her brother’s passing. Due to a visa issue, Sandra could not join them. It was during that time that Sandra had to use her internal survival skills to escape some traumatic moments. Two things that have kept her going was, and continues to be, her art and motto: “Don’t take it personally.” She attributes those two things with being here now. After high school she reunited with Sofia and her family, moving from Barinquilla to LA. Her path has taken her from make-up artist to entertainment journalist to television personality to mental health care advocate and now, celebrity ambassador for Osier, a skincare line with a mission of personal healing. She is also partnering with the National Alliance of Mental Illness for upcoming initiatives.Sandra shares advice to those who are interested in pursuing a career in entertainment, the best advice Sofia has shared with her and more.Here’s to being authentic and true to ourselves and to the power of self-resilience
Our Super Latina grew up in the Bay Area with Columbian-Dominican parents who were loving, yet protective, and made sure she kept a busy schedule. Her schedule was so busy that her high school yearbook’s saying stated: “I can’t. I have dance.” Dance has guided her on her current journey as a singer and songwriter.
NEZZA’s self described windy path in music led to her 2021 debut album “Solita” (which had over one million streams), sold out shows in 2022 and now, to her new album “Sweat”, which is out in August. More just keeps coming as our Spanglish Pop Princessa is giving her fans a new single, Final Season, on July 31st!
The world became even more aware of Nezza when she performed the official Spanish version of the National Anthem at Los Angeles Dodger Stadium in June 2025. The performance, as well as the story of her resisting the pressure to not sing it in Spanish, went viral. Note: the Spanish version was officially commissioned in 1945 by the State Department as part of President Franklin Roosevelt’s Good Neighbor policy to foster better relationships with Latin America. Nezza has received support, criticism and hate for that performance. Her upcoming documentary, La Tierra del Valor, examines that impactful event.
She shares how her tight knit family’s support and protection prepared her for getting through that moment (then and now), where she gets her strength from and the challenges of the industry.
The Super Latina we are spotlighting today is a force in the tourism and travel industry. She has a global reach that touches families every day. As the Director of Communications North America for the Merlin Entertainments Group Julie Estrada oversees PR strategies as well as national (and local) media coverage across the US for 43 attractions that include Legoland Resorts, Lego Land Discovery Center, Madame Tussauds, Peppa Pig theme parks and more. This Southern California native has traveled to Dubai, Malaysia and the UK for the opening of the company’s theme parks. Before helping families create memorable moments at these destinations, Julie started her career in broadcast news and was an Executive Producer at the San Diego-based television station KUSI.
Julie’s mother was born in Guadalajara, Mexico and her father grew up in Kansas. Both of her parents encouraged Julie to try everything she was interested in, whether it was acting and performing in high school or trying out for the Mickey Mouse Club the same year as Christina Aguilera and Justin Timberlake, and making it to the finals!
During our conversation Julie shares how motherhood steered her into public relations, the importance of always trying, how failing will make you stronger, advice her former supervisor shared with her about the three different categories people fall into and knowing which category you fit in will help shape your path. Most importantly, we talk about how her philosophy and relationships can help when navigating uncertainty in the job market.
Here’s to creating roles that align with your passion and embracing new opportunities!
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In a new episode of Latina Life with Jen and Milena, we discuss the current administration’s actions towards immigrants and the impact that it is having on the country’s democracy. Many citizens, documented immigrants and undocumented immigrants are feeling anxious, angry, helpless … or unaffected… and so much more. What do you do if you are stopped and detained? What to do if you are witnessing a potential kidnapping by masked men? How is history repeating itself? How do we ensure that the USA continues as a democracy instead of a dictatorship? Why should it matter to all of us? Why are role models important? We cover all these topics and more with immigration attorney Jose Medrano. A first generation Mexican-American, and founder of Medrano Law Firm, he graduated from UCLA, Loyola Law School and passed the California Bar Exam so he could use his real-life experience to represent clients in Immigration Court, Superior Court of California and U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Services.
Let’s stand up for everyone’s rights, be positive role models and use knowledge of this country’s past history to continue being the best place to live, to create, to innovate, to prosper, to collaborate with and to be in.
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In a new episode of Latina Life with Jen and Milena, we talk about surviving a crime and how to move forward from it. It was on a beautiful morning, two years ago, when Milena pulled into her garage and was robbed at gunpoint. She shares important information to keep in mind for anyone who finds themselves in a situation like this and why staying calm, following directions and having an exit plan is important. There is not a handbook to guide anyone on how to handle the aftermath. We discuss the importance of therapy, support from family and friends and how the mind shifts after trauma.
After listening to our conversation, learn more about the next steps as Milena talks to host Amy E Wheeler on the true crime podcast “What Came Next” hosted by Amy E. Wheeler.
Let’s be nosy neighbors, stay vigilant and protect each other.
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Today, Latina Life With Jen and Milena talks to Francesca Noel, a young Super Latina who is fearless and authentic. Francesca was surrounded by the arts as she grew up in an unconventional household in Woodstock, NY. She was on the path of a classical trained musician at the Berklee College of Music (and Bard) when she bought a one way ticket to New York City for a movie audition that would change her life. She booked the role of Juliet in the 2021 film “R#J”, a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” in which the story is told with modern day texts and social media posts.
Francesca was recognized as a breakout star at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival for that role. It was also that project that emphasized the importance of seeing a reflection of ourselves in front of and behind the camera so that the culture can be more inclusive of the Latin/Latina community.
Currently you can see her starring in “Goosebumps: The Vanishing” on Disney+ as Alex Diaz, the rule breaker with an edge. Francesca shares her experience working on this successful and popular franchise alongside Ana Ortiz and David Schwimmer. Eso!
Here’s to exploring our roots and embracing new experiences!
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Today, Latina Life With Jen and Milena chats with a Super Latina who is an emerging voice for the new generation. Mayan Lopez is an actress, writer and creator who talks about topics that the Latina community is uncomfortable discussing. Even if it means that she is out of her comfort zone.
Starring in Lopez vs. Lopez, a comedy series about a fictional character based on her real life, with her real life father (known comedian George Lopez), Mayan is showcasing family dynamics, estrangement, mental health and more …with a dose of laughter. Mayan shares how her Tik Tok about her parents’ divorce inspired the creation of her show, the importance of sharing your story and why it’s okay to know that your inner child insecurities might never go away.
Using her platform, Mayan teaches us that being vulnerable is the bravest thing we can do and how honesty can change culture.
Here is to trusting the process and taking responsibility for your life!
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Our Super Latina this week is a trailblazer across several industries. Leila Cobo grew up in Cali, Columbia in a musically talented family where her father made sure that she and her sisters were going to do great things and be prepared for the world. She’s a Fulbright Scholar, a gifted concert pianist, an accomplished author of multiple books, recipient of multiple awards (including the Latin Grammys’ “Leading Latin Lady” honor) and a leading authority on Latin Music and the Latin Music Industry. As a journalist she has interviewed countless artists from Bad Bunny to Shakira to Karol G and more. In her role as Billboard’s Chief Content Officer for Latin and Español, she oversees the brand’s coverage of Latin music in all its platforms, as well as all its Spanish-language content. She is a driving force in the international representation of our community in the music industry.
Leila is programming Billboard Latin Music Week, the world’s longest running and largest Latin Music Industry gathering in Miami. From October 14th to 18th, Latin Music’s biggest music stars like J. Balvin, Gloria Estefan and Chiquis Rivera will be part of workshops, showcases and networking opportunities for a week before culminating with the Latin Billboard Music Awards (airing on Telemundo October 20th).
We take a look at why the global public is embracing Latin music artists now, how the television industry has helped the Latin Music industry and why artists should expand their appearances beyond only Spanish speaking platforms.
During our conversation, Leila shares some key insights she learned from the different careers she has had in the music industry. Here’s to leaning into your passions and welcoming different journeys into your life!
Layoffs, progress for Latinas in the "Industry" and Hispanic Heritage Month. Jen and Milena give insight and advice into the layoff experience, how to navigate it and how to be a friend to someone who is laid off. They celebrate the increase in Latina/o nominees for this year's upcoming Emmys, share the low number of Latina/o submissions for nominations and the surprising fact that only 10 Latinos have won Emmys across the organization's 76 years! Kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month they shine the spotlight on two Super Latinas....listen to hear who...
In our Latina community starting the day with un cafecito con pan or having a siesta with café con leche is embedded into our daily routine. Every Latin region is known for their coffee…. Columbia has Tinto, Spain created the Cortado, Mexico offers Café de Olla and Bolivia has Café de Tartar.
Amigas y Familia make room for another coffee brand in your pantry! Our Super Latina today is introducing California to the delicious aromas and tastes of coffee from El Salvador. Emely Navarro is the vibrant, creative and innovative CEO of Navarro Coffee Company whose family have owned a coffee farm for generations in Cuidad Arce. Her love for coffee is intertwined with her fond childhood memories of living on the farm before she moved to Southern California when she was six years old.
She faced challenges early because of the language barrier as she did not speak English, which led to her being dropped from her first school. If not for her mother advocating to keep her in academically challenged classes at her new school, she would not have been given the same educational opportunities that were being offered to her English speaking peers.
Emely shares the emotional story of learning to be authentic to herself which led her to study journalism at San Diego State, winning a local Emmy as a news producer in San Luis Obispo and currently working as a digital producer for the Emmy nominated entertainment news show, Access Hollywood. Listen to our conversation for her advice on turning your passion into reality and launching a brand.
Here’s to being authentic to ourselves, being intentional with our journey and going at our own pace!
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Today's Super Latina is not only a part of an American Dream, she is the American Dream personified! Lizette Gomez is a first generation Southern Californian whose path to Marketing Director for Vallarta Supermarkets was not a direct one. She oversees the successful brand growth and awareness for the expanding franchise, which has opened 55 stores (and counting) since 1985.
With a background in Business Administration and Graphic Design, she did not foresee herself working in the food retail industry. In fact, her career started in Marketing and Specialty Leasing for a property management firm! She credits being at a smaller company with allowing her to learn new skills on the job. When the opportunity to work in the food retail space appeared her experience and her sister-in-law, an expert in interviews, made her more than ready.. This fierce and family focused single mother also had her family's support and encouragement.
In conversation with Lizette, you feel the independence and confidence she has. Those traits, and being open to learning new things, are needed to be successful in marketing. "You have to be creative. You have to think outside of the box. If you have it in you....f you have thick skin, like me, just do it."
Here’s to being open to learning new things, new opportunities and ever-changing paths!
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¡Feliz Año Nuevo nuestras Super-Latinas!
Every January is a fresh and re-energizing start for our goals, for the life that we dream of. Sometimes taking that first step or second or third is not so easy or so clear. This is where today’s Super-Latina can help you and our community.
Erika De La Cruz is a best-selling author who is an expert in personal development and manifestation. She is the owner and editor-in-chief of the #1 personal lifestyle publication in Los Angeles, The LA Girl. As someone who is impacting the online personal growth space globally it is not surprising to find her work, personal style and leadership featured in Vogue, The Zoe Report, Forbes and more!
This strong and inspirational Mexican-American never gave up when faced with hardships, in fact, she persevered. It was during her first year in college when her family suffered a financial blow, went into bankruptcy and lost their home. She returned from college to find her door bolted shut and herself homeless. She lived with family friends during this time and with the help of scholarships, continued her studies and manifested her life with vision boards as her guides.
Erika shares how committing to the person we each want to be will happen with daily repetition, practice and acceptance of pain that we try to avoid. She explains how matching your intentions with what you love will lead to your best self and how “being better and not bitter” will get you closer to your goals.
Here’s to creating the energy we want this year and reaching our own personal summits in 2024!
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Super Latinas and friends, we shine a light on a true leader, warrior and survivor - Aida Rodriguez.
This Dominican-Puerto Rican Leader has had traumatizing moments in her life. Among them: being kidnapped twice by family members as a child and being homeless with her children as a single mom. Those are just a few defining moments in her story.
Her road to being one of the most recognizable Latina comedians started at a friend’s birthday party where she performed a comedic roast that caught the attention of a producer. After some convincing, she tried an open mic night at a club, realized she loved it and has never stopped.
She shares the reasons why it’s important to respect your craft, why Latinas are the ones who preserve our heritage and culture, who the heroes are & how to make it in the entertainment business as a Latina.
Aida’s triumph over adversity is detailed in her new memoir, “Legitimate Kid” (out now). She says the purpose of her book is not to trigger but to help others who might have a similar journey. Let’s support our Latina sister by reading her story & showing her we are listening to what she has to say. After reading the book you might just re-evaluate what and who are worthy to be in your life.
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For Hispanic Heritage Month we are back with an insightful and inspirational conversation with the one and only .... Daisy Fuentes, a multi-hyphenate powerhouse!
She is a gamechanger in pop culture, the television industry, fashion and so much more. As the first Latina MTV VJ in the U.S. she made the world take notice when she stepped in front of the camera.
Daisy tells us about her family’s journey fleeing Cuba for Spain due to political turmoil and then settling in Newark, New Jersey, where opportunity literally knocked on her door. Her next door neighbor needed a model for a fashion show. The fashion show led to her audition for a weather reporter position, which led to MTV and the rest is her-story!
From model to on-camera talent to entrepreneur Daisy’s belief in the power of YES helped her manifest the life she dreamed of. Daisy shares her advice on how we all should think in order to reach our goals and what we should do as a comunidad to be more united.
Here’s to not overthinking and removing roadblocks from our lives!
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"A closed mouth doesn't get fed." Our Super Latina Mai Hernandez shares the importance of asking for what you want, reaching out to companies you want to be a part of and manifesting your dreams. Mai grew up in Venezuela where her love for styling hair was born in the salons her mother took her to. After relocating to Chicago when she was 15, she returned to her roots at her local beauty salon. Mai understood the need for representation in the hair industry and kept reaching out to Joico to address it. Her passion has led her to be one of Joico's Artistic Educator and Brand Content Creator as well as co-founder of A/M Salon, a Latina-owned beauty salon in West Hollywood, CA. Mai tells us how hair tone, a leap of faith and relationships can influence your destiny.
Here's to a choosing the right tone for each one of us, figuratively and literally!
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How do you start a restaurant and have it become a financial success in today's world? Super Latina Christy Vegas, a revolutionary force in the culinary world, shares the secret sauce on how to be a successful restaurateur and chef. Christy is a first generation Mexican, who is preserving the legacy of her family business, and L.A. landmark, Casa Vega. The Mexican restaurant has been around for over 65 years and is the recipient of the James Beard 2022 Classic Award. Christy shares how leaning into your identity can establish important business roots, why the food industry is one of the last remaining pathways to the "American Dream", and how her advice to "keep it solid, keep it small and keep it sustainable" will lead to Success.
Here's to each step we take that gets us closer to our dream!
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Today's Super Latina is a risk taker who grew up surrounded by strong women and without limitations placed on her....or so she thought. As Founder of Identity Amplified where she manages brands and social media strategy for creatives and talent Sarah Olea always thinks outside the box but didn't realize the box she put herself in during her journey as an entrepreneur. This descendant of the famous Pio Pico (the last Mexican Governor of California) shares how being raised in a mixed household (Mexican/Italian/Native American) impacted her identity, how external factors limited her, why risk can result in failure & success and why she wanted to lead the social media strategy for the American Reality Television Awards. Most importantly, especially for those relying on social media for their brand, Sarah reveals important tips on how to increase followers and how to get that coveted blue check mark!
Here's to being limitless and taking risks!
Check out how Sarah uses social media to amplify the identities of creatives, talent and more at www.identyamplified.com
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Our Super Latina today is ready for her TED Talk! You may have noticed her first on VH1's Love & Hip Hop: Miami but she is making her mark by being vocal about colorism. Amara La Negra embraces her Afro-Latina roots and credits her Dominican Republic-born mother (and best friend) for teaching her to be proud her heritage and culture. She is an international entertainer, singer/songwriter, actress, model, author and successful entrepreneur. During our conversation, Amara discusses how she dealt with challenges as an Afro-Latina, why she embraces her negridad, why she asks to be recognized by her full (stage) name Amara La Negra, how she is setting up generational wealth for her newborn daughters, being a single mother and the importance of faith when you chase your dreams. She shares her thoughts on the impact of reality television, representation in reality television and taking part in the American Reality Television Awards. Here's to embracing who we are!
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You could say that our Super Latina today is The Queen of Reinvention. Before launching her in-demand luxe shoe line, Flor De Maria, she was a successful sports anchor for Telemundo, the publicist for the San Jose Earthquakes, a fashion blogger and a brand ambassador. As the founder and designer of her shoe line, Peruvian born Flor's mission is to make every woman feel beautiful and to strut like a queen. Her designs have been worn by many celebrities including Xochitl Gomez, Kyle Jenner, Jada Pinkett Smith and Carrie Underwood, among others. During our conversation she shares how the loss of her father and the lessons he taught her about taking chances has influenced her life and career choices. Flor also tells us how her internship led her to become a television anchor, how a back injury led her to a fashion career and how faith and belief in yourself, as well as preparation, will lead you to what you are meant to do. Here's to strutting like queens!
We shine the spotlight on two Super Latinas who are putting our stories in the forefront in order to have impact on policy that affects Latina/o community across the United States. Monica Ramirez, a third-generation Mexican-American from a migrant farm-working family in Ohio, is a social entrepreneur and attorney. Olga Segura, a Panamanian-Mexican born in Mexico City, is a film producer and activist. They met through their work with TIME's UP. Together, along with co-founder Alexandra Martinez Kondracke, they created Latinx House, a non-profit organization that brings together the Latinx community and it's allies to discuss societal issues, celebrate Latinx contributions and provide opportunities for Latinx. At their inaugural Raizado Festival they brought together a host of leaders for panels, flash talks, film screenings and discussions on topics covering topics impacting our community like the closing the wealth gap to health equity and the midterm elections. During our conversation they share how our identity crisis as Latinas impact our stories, how our stories (true and false) are used for policy that impacts us, why failing is part of succeeding and the importance of changing the idea of what a leader looks like. Here's to moving forward together!
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Our Super Latina's personal story guides her life, her successful career and the impact she makes on the City of Los Angeles. Naomi Rodriguez is a leader with one of the most beloved Major League Baseball teams - the LA Dodgers. This L.A. native is the VP of External Affairs and Community Relations where her mission is to lead the team's civic, community and philanthropic outreach and to be a pillar of support when the community is in need. Being shaped by Mexican parents and a family that dedicated itself to giving back, despite their own hardships, has prepared her for this role. She shares why it's important to embrace your personal story, how to use that to anchor your career, the importance of harnessing your generational power and what to ask when you finally have that mentor. She also shares how you can celebrate someone special through some fun Dodger opportunities! Gooooo Dodgers and Naomi!
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Today Jen and Milena share how they got into their first jobs in television. Jen shares how an internship helped her break into the news world and why saying yes to new opportunities, even if you doubt you can do it, is the best way to grow. Milena talks about how a friendship in an extracurricular class she was taking led a position at a national entertainment news show. They also discuss the lack of Latina/o representation in this year's Emmy nominations (why did Selena Gomez not get a nomination?!), MLB All Star week and their upcoming guests. @latinalifepodcast
Today our Super Latina Diana Maria Riva enlightens us on the importance of knowing when to keep pushing through challenges as well as knowing when to let go. This first-gen's roots reach to the beautiful Dominican Republic. Her mother's teachings prepared her for the journey from Cincinnati, Ohio to Hollywood, CA where she is a recognizable presence on-screen in some of today's popular TV shows and movies. The award-winning actress shares the first casting challenge she faced, the responsibilities we have to our daughters to always keep going, how her new show "The Gordita Chronicles" conveys the universal message of finding one's place no matter where you are from and more. Here's to not letting others decide what your story will be!
The Gordita Chronicles streams on HBO Max June 23rd
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You could say that our Super Latina Bren Herrera's journey from a paralegal to an award winning chef on Cleo TV's "Culture Kitchen" was not planned but it was destined. Her family left Cuba as political refugees and made their way to Washington D.C. by way of Miami. While growing up in D.C. her parents made sure to keep her connected to their culture with comida, musica, telenovelas y hablando español. This Afro-Latina embraces and shares her love of her Cuban-Jamaican roots through food and history. Today's conversation dives into the inclusion (and lack of) in the Latina and Black communities in her early years, how it made her question her identity and the challenges she still faces connecting with the Latina community. She shares why she had the courage to change her path without financial security and how an introduction and a dinner party led her to her television show. This conversation is multi-faceted with a look into how food can lead to better understanding of each other and how cultures (Latin, African, Caribbean, Southern) are intertwined. Watch Chef Bren on Cleo TV and remember to always say yes to yourself!
She's a leader in one of the most recognizable companies around the world. Our Super Latina Claudia Martinez's path to Head of PR at Amazon Prime Video started in Durango, Mexico before making Los Angeles her home base. You could say that Claudia's sports-loving family trained her for her journey that started off in the finance sector but has taken her into the world of sports and entertainment. She shares with us how to be the master of our own destiny, the importance of a supportive and helpful Latina community and why a sports mentality will help you be better and prepare you for the challenges in career and life.
Here's to reaching our full potential together!
Believe in yourself, know what you are good at, do not be afraid to ask questions and learn. That is how our Super Latina @camilamcconaughey lives her life. This Brazilian-born entrepreneur came to the United States as a teenager where she cleaned houses and waitressed while pursuing her dream of modeling. She is a groundbreaker who is increasing Latina representation in the business, digital and literary space. Camila is a New York Times best-selling author for her first children's book "Just Try One Bite", the founder of the digital female empowerment community "Women of Today", a co-founder of the baby food brand "Yummy Spoonfuls" and, most importantly, the mother of three. She shares the challenges she faced as she followed her passion for fashion, ways to stay true to our cultural roots, what terrified her recently and most importantly, the actions every Latina needs to take to achieve their goals. It's a masterclass podcast that is a must listen!
She's a pro at navigating Hollywood's red carpets and creating memorable moments with everyone from Oprah Winfrey to Kanye West. You could say our Super Latina Monica Fink manifested her destiny to a working Entertainment News Producer when she was a young girl in Orange County growing up watching Oprah. She's a second generation Latina whose parents took out a loan to send her to a private high school, a better and safer environment. She shares how other Latinas bullied her for not speaking Spanish, why speaking Spanish was not encouraged when her mother and grandmother were growing up, what event led her into the world of broadcasting, who made her cry tears of joy after an interview and the importance of trying, no matter what.
Here's to manifesting our dreams and not taking "no" as the final word on our path to making those dreams a reality!
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Do you want to be a pathfinder or a bystander? An important question posed by Super Latina Lupita Sanchez Cornejo. Lupita has been making her own path as the Regional Vice President of External Affairs for AT&T (a fortune 10 company) and is making history as the incoming Chair for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce - the first woman of color and the first Latina to hold this position! Lupita's journey has taken her from her neighborhood in Bell, CA to the halls of USC to Los Angeles City Hall where she served as Assistant Deputy Mayor for Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs. She shares why it's important to have your own personal Board of Directors, why the group should be diverse, the difference between a mentor and a supporter, and why it's important to say yes to opportunities. Here's to finding our path and helping each other along the way!
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Regina Merson is a Guadalajara-born and Texas-bred Mexicana whose love for make up empowered her to become the Founder and CEO of beauty line Reina Rebelde ("Rebel Queen"). Her love for academia took her to Yale University and the University of Chicago. She went on to become a practicing lawyer and used make up as a way to stay true to her authentic self, her roots and her community amongst the sea of black suits. She saw the void in the beauty world for Latinas and decided to start her own line -Reina Rebelde. Merson shares how her mother's love of Mexico instilled pride and confidence in her, how to defy expectations, her own challenges, the educational power in beauty and what is next for her growing company. Here's to the brava in all of us Reinas!
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An innovator and a trailblazer, Marissa Solis, has a seat at the table with the most powerful people in the National Football League as she is the Senior Vice President of Global Brand and Consumer Marketing at the NFL. Born in Mexico and raised in Texas, Marissa received her business education first hand in her families restaurant business. The road to the NFL started when she attended Georgetown University to study Foreign Service and International Economics. From there she worked in Politics and Fortune 500 Companies like Procter & Gamble and the Pepsico Corporation. She shares the hardships she faced within the Latina community growing up, the importance her father placed on her speaking Spanish, the power of knowing the value of your work, standing her ground to be in a meeting for a project she was leading after being told to leave, how her parents influenced her actions then and now and so much more. Most importantly, for all the football fans, she tells us what Super Bowl week will be like, representing the Latina/o community when she is in the boardroom with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
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Activist and entrepreneur Flor Martinez has been speaking out for our Latinas (and Latinos) since she was 11 years old, alongside her mother at meetings demanding better educational options for Latin children in California. She's seen the harsh conditions migrant farmworkers face when she worked the grape fields at 15 years old. Those memories and the danger from the 2020 California wildfires prompted her to start the Celebration Nation Foundation to help provide necessities for thousands of Latino/as and their children. She shares how her mom's bravery inspires her, why she does not let the haters stop her work, the importance of unity within our community, how she plans to take it to the next level with projects in tech and more.
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Author, illustrator and teacher Juliet Menéndez's journey to the publication of her first children's book, Latinitas, is one that is as textured and layered as her personal background. This Guatemalan-Irish-American has lived in Guatemala City, North Virginia, Paris, Minnesota and Paris. She shares her memories of burying her Latina identity to fit in, the cultural differences she had in school, living in Paris as a Latina compared to living as a Latina in the U.S,. the inspiration for her book about 40 influential Latinas in history and the importance of Latinas to understand their history and worth.
Ana Martinez, a first-generation Latina of Mexican-Peruvian immigrant parents, has been recognized as one of "The 25 Most Powerful Women" by People En Español and honored by Variety Magazine at their annual "Power of Women" event. As the producer of The Hollywood Walk of Fame, Ana has overseen more than 800 ceremonies. Celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Daniel Craig and Viola Davis look to her as they get their star. Ana shares how a chance meeting launched her journey, the biggest challenge she overcame, which star ceremony was the craziest and much more.
We introduce ourselves to you today. Who we are, how we met, why we were inspired to create this platform for you, the guests we will have on the show and how we hope to help, inspire and support our Latina community everywhere.
Gina Silva is a news reporter for KTTV Fox News and KCOP in Los Angeles. She tells us how a word of encouragement from a teacher helped her decide what she wanted to become - an on-air news reporter. She shares how working in the fields with her migrant parents influenced her then and now, the importance of being authentic, imposter syndrome, her own encounter with microaggression and advice for others who want to take the same path.
Gina Silva is a news reporter for KTTV Fox News and KCOP in Los Angeles. She tells us how a word of encouragment from a teacher helped her decide what she wanted to become - an on-air news reporter. She shares how working in the fields with her migrant parents influenced her then and now, the importance of being authentic, imposter syndrome, her own encounter with microaggression and advice for others who want to take the same path.
On-camera host, beauty editor, Hispanic trends consultant and brand amabassador Milly Almodovar shares why following your passion, speaking your mind and embracing your authentic self will lead to success.
LA Native and Entertainment Insider, Monica Jaramillo, shares her Latina experience from inside red carpet events, establishing her own business and dealing with racism.