The Zealous Podcast: Recent Episodes
Diane Valle
Welcome to the Zealous Podcast with your hosts; Diane and Ivette! This podcast explores the journey first-gen Millenials have embarked on to achieve their goals and we share the stories they've encountered along the way.
We have a little bit of everything! Including some career advice, discussions about pop culture, and some Spanish episodes to listen to with the familia!
Follow us on Instagram @thezealouspodcast for more content and motivation!
Hi friends! Welcome to a new episode of the podcast! Today, I'm interviewing Viv, founder of @overgenpoverty and First Gen Wealth LLC, a financial education platform that empowers first-generation individuals to build wealth and confidence with money. Viviana blends cultural insight with practical financial strategies to help her community break cycles of poverty & scarcity, and build generational wealth. Her content includes budgeting, investing, and career growth — all tailored for those navigating finances as the first in their families to do so. So sit back and let's overcome generational poverty together!
As always follow me on IG @thezealouspodcast or on tik tok @itsdiane_zealous to stay up to date on the show or mi vida :)
Hi Friends, surprise! In today's episode Stephanie, a Mexican-American talks growing up in poverty, graduating with a Computer Science degree from an Ivy League school & now works in tech as a product manager, building products that help people connect with their family history.
As always follow me on instagram @thezealouspodcast for updates!
Hola Friends, today I sit with my friend Zayda as she talks about how she was able to go to law school for free as a DACA recipient. As always, follow me on IG or tiktok listed in my linktree for updates :)
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Hi friends! In this episode of the podcast I share with you all the tea on how you can prepare to live on your own. This girl did not expect everything that I went through but it makes sense. Anyways y'all tune in to get tips on how to prepare to move out from home.
To stay updated follow me on instagram @thezealouspodcast or on tiktok @itsdiane_zealous. See you all there!
Hi Everyone, welcome to a new episode of the Zealous Podcast! On this episode my friend Angel, a male therapist, talks about his journey to social work and the strengths/challenges his lens brings. I am so excited for us to dive into this conversation! As always, follow me on IG or Tik Tok for more BTS or updates on mi vida. Talk to you all soon!
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Hi, Friends! I am back with a new episode! In today's episode I share "VIVIR", a first-gen mental health tool kit that will help you re-center for the new year. I hope you enjoy it and that it helps you to find clarity for the new year. Have a happy holiday season and see you all in the new year! Follow me on intagram for more updates: The Zealous Podcast Instagram
Hola Friends! Welcome to a new episode of the Zealous Podcast. In today's episode I sit with the one and only Vallesky. You might know her as Val the PA student on Tik Tok! Today Val shares how she balanced her love for family, herself and for diversity in the medical profession. As always, take care and feel free to follow the podcast on Instagram @thezealouspodcast for updates :)
Hi Friends, welcome to a new episode of The Zealous Podcast! Today I bring my friend Emely Hernandez, a bilingual school therapist who shares her healing journey. I hope you are ready for today's exciting chisme! In today's episode Emely talks about how she breaks away from the first gen and eldest daughter identity to maintain her preservation of self. As usual, follow the Instagram @thezealouspodcast for updates on new episodes. Take care y'all!
Hi Friends, I am back! I am so excited to have you all listen into the healing conversations that will be happening this season. To start this season I decided to sit with my friend Carol, a first-gen bilingual therapist, to chat about her journey in higher education and our healing journey. Let's heal and grow together every two weeks on Saturdays at 10am EST. As always follow the podcast on Instagram to stay in the loop @thezealouspodcast
Take care friends!
Hi Friends! Welcome to a new episode of the Zealous Podcast! In today's episode I share 3 tips that will help you build the life you are manifesting as a first gen. Now that spring is here, I wanted to share 3 spring cleaning tips to help you center your environment. Follow me on tiktok for more updates and to stay connected! Links to everything is in the linktree link below. Take care and talk to you next time :)
Links to my socials: linktr.ee/thezealouspodcast
Hi Friends! welcome to a new episode! In this episode, I talk about the struggles that came with being a therapist and a First-Gen Latina. As promised, below is the link to my linktree and Instagram handle. Take care friends!
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thezealouspodcast
Instagram: @diane26ly
Happy 2024 Friends! I have so much to share with you all. In this episode I sit down with you all and explain why I took a sudden holiday break. Hint, Hint - it was definitely needed. As usual stay connected with the community over on Instagram @thezealouspodcast or connect with me on tiktok @itsdiane_zealous
Hola Friends! Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. In today's episode, I share my secret to networking and why I don't believe in finding "Mentors". I hope my journey with networking helps you in your journey. Sending you many saludos friends! As usual, follow me on Instagram to stay updated or submit a request: The Zealous Podcast Instagram
Hi Friends! In today's episode I sit with Valeria, a first-gen Latina studying abroad in South Korea! Join us as we discuss her journey and discover what it means to be the first in your family to study an undergraduate program abroad. As always, feel free to follow the community on Instagram or tik tok. The links are below. Follow Valeria in her journey as well! Links for her social media pages are also below. Take care:
The Zealous Podcast:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thezealouspodcast/
Tik Tok: @itsdiane_zealous
Valeria's Instagram and TikTok:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/valeeedgal/
Tik Tok: @valeeedgal
Hola Friends! Welcome to another episode of The Zealous Podcast! In today's episode we go over the phrase "Enough is Enough". We talk about what it means to outgrow something, to change and how to use these moments for your goals. As always, thank you for taking the time to be in this space with me and being part of my comunidad. Have a fun, safe, and spooky season!
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Tik Tok:
Hola Friends! Welcome to a new episode of The Zealous Podcast! Today I sit down with my good friend Cindy, an immigration attorney from Texas. We go over her journey from Pre-Med to Law School. Later on, we chat about the importance of self awareness and using your Multicultural lens as a first gen to bring representation to your work. It's a longish episode so the time stamps are below and my social media handles:
Time Stamps:
00:00-32:00 _ Cindy's Journey from High School to Law School
32:00- 58:40_ Boundaries in the Workplace & Exploring our different upbringing in NYC and Texas
Social Media:
IG: The Zealous Podcast
TikTok: itsdiane_zealous
Hola friends! Welcome to season 4 of the Zealous Podcast. I am so excited for this season. As usual, stay connected with the zealous community on instagram and now on TikTok! I will talk with you all next week.
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Hi Friends, Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! As mentioned in the episode, you can now submit a message in the link tree!
The links to the linktree and instagram are below and feel free to send a message or just say Hi!
Instagram: The Zealous Podcast Instagram
Linkree: The Zealous Podcast Linktree
Hola friends! Welcome to another episode of The Zealous Podcast. Today I sit with my good friend Jasmine and venture off into the world of music and podcasting. Stay tuned for more updates in the Instagram: The Zealous Podcast
To stay in touch with UnPeeled (Jasmine's podcast!) follow her instagram: UnPeeled World
Take care friends!
Hola Everyone! Join me as I sit with Arleth Perez, LMHC and owner of Ambient Therapy MHC PLLC. Arleth is a Latinx-licensed mental health counselor specializing in treatment for BIPOC struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression. Today she join us and shares with us how her journey as a DACA recipient led her mental health counseling and entrepreneurship. If you would like to book a session with her or check out her website, the link is below:
Book with Ambient Therapy
To stay updated on more content or if you want to join the community, follow me on IG @thezealouspodcast
Hola, Welcome to a new episode! Today I sit with Carlos, the co-host of The Caile Guey Podcast
and he shares with us his journey into school counseling. We talk about the first-gen experience in higher education and the need for representation. As always feel free to follow the podcast on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thezealouspodcast/?hl=en for more updates, take care!
Hi All,
Welcome to another episode! In today's episode our amiga Angelica shares her journey into Macro Social Work. As always, it's going to be an insightful episode. Get ready to be inspired!
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Hola, Welcome to a new episode of the Zealous Podcast! Can you believe it has been 4 years since we met? Let's talk about why your amiga Diane has been AWOL and what you can expect for the rest of season 3. Looking forward to growing with you all this season!
As always follow the podcast on Instagram for the latest updates: https://www.instagram.com/thezealouspodcast
Hola, welcome to a new episode! Today I brought back Jaime and we talk about his journey with Generational Wealth. In this episode, we talk about retirement plans and grapple with the realization that not all of our parents have had the privilege to have a retirement fund. Remember, that you are not alone as you start your own journey with wealth.
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Follow Jaime on either Tik Tok or instagram @Jaimunoz8
The book that was mentioned in this episode: The Boglehead's Guide to Investing by Mel Lindauer, Taylor Larimore and Michael Leboeuf
Hola, welcome to a new episode! Today I brought back Jaime and we talk about his journey with Generational Wealth. In this episode, we talk about retirement plans and grapple with the realization that not all of our parents have had the privilege to have a retirement fund. Remember, that you are not alone as you start your own journey with wealth.
Follow the podcast on Instagram for updates: @thezealouspodcast
Follow Jaime on either Tik Tok or instagram @Jaimunoz8
The book that was mentioned in this episode: The Boglehead's Guide to Investing by Mel Lindauer, Taylor Larimore and Michael Leboeuf
Hola Everyone!
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! In today's episode, I speak with Jaime and learn about his journey at UCLA, the corporate world, and graduate school at Stanford. Jaime also shares some resources for those of you who are interested in pursuing an MBA. Below are the resources he mentioned and his social media handles so that you can continue to follow his journey.
Resources shared by Jaime:
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The Consortium
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Management Leadership for Tomorrow
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Questbridge
Jaime's Socials are below:
IG: @jaimmunoz8 TikTok: @jaimmunoz8
For more updates and content on the podcast follow me on IG: @thezealouspodcast
Hi Everyone,
Welcome to another episode of the zealous podcast! Today I sit down with Eirene to learn more about her journey into UX Research and the Self-Publishing world. Follow her on Instagram @eireneartandcomics and if you want to buy her comic book, visit her Etsy store. The link to Eirene's Etsy store is also below. Also, make sure to stay updated by following the podcast on Instagram @thezealouspodcast
Eirene's Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/EireneArtandComics
Hola Everyone, welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! Today I sit Diego, a first-generation Mexican American pursuing a graduate degree in Educational Counseling. Diego talks about his journey in higher education and shares the lessons that he has learned. Follow more content from Diego in his tik tok @diego_deellay or listen to his podcast @cailegueyyyy.
As always, for updates and more content follow the podcast on Instagram @thezealouspodcast
Welcome back to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. In today's episode, I sit down with Jay, a current 2nd-year law student, and small content creator about his journey to law school. Jay also shares his thoughts on the application process and shares how he almost did not apply to law school. Jay also gives us an insight into the skills that he plans to use after becoming a lawyer. Follow Jay's journey on Instagram and TikTok @ littigator
As always, stay up to date on new episodes by following the podcast on Instagram @thezealouspodcast
Hi Everyone, Happy Saturday! Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. In today's episode, I talk with Shirley about her journey to law school and how resilience played a role in it. To see more of Shirley's growth as a lawyer follow her on tik tok @legalmija
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Hi Everyone, Welcome to another episode! In the previous episode, we talked about how social media can be a resource for each and every one of us. Therefore, today I invited la comadre Jesus Acevedo to share the journey he has embarked on as a first-generation content creator on Tik Tok and a first gen college student. La Comadre shares some tips that has helped him balance both tik tok and college work. Follow Jesus on Tik Tok @jesusacevedox
Hi Everyone, welcome to another episode! Today I invite Mayra, founder of the Instagram page @becomingdoctora, to share her journey as a PHD student. Mayra also shares some tips for any person out there who is thinking about applying for a PDH Program. I hope you enjoy today's episode and join the community on IG for more content @thezealouspodcast!
Hi Everyone! Welcome to a new episode, it has been a WHILE. Today we want to explain why we have been away. We will also share some juicy details about season 3!
As always, make sure to follow us on IG: @THEZEALOUSPODCAST
Hasta Luego!
Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio! Welcome to a new episode!
In today's episode, Diane sits down with two Mexican Immigrants to ask them about their journey into the United States and the American Dream that motivated them to come.
Ig: @thezealouspodcast
Hola! Today Harry Lopez, founder of Launch Latinx, explains to us what it means to be a life coach. Ivette and I ask him all about it and the differences that exist between life coaches and therapists. Plus Harry shares some amazing advice on boundaries and mindfulness. As always, follow us on IG: @thezealouspodcast for more updates!
Hola! Welcome to a new episode! Today we sit down and talk with Harry Lopez, fellow first-gen college graduate and life coach about his journey post-grad. This episode was so insightful! So get ready and press play.
As always, for more updates and content follow us on Instagram @thezealouspodcast for more!
Hola!!! In today's episode Ivette, Diane, and Ashley talk about their mentors, the strength of our ancestors, and much more! As always, follow us on IG @thezealouspodcast for more content and updates.
Cuidense amigxs!
Hi all! Bienvenidos to a new episode! Today we sit down with the founder of Latina Watch, Ashley Jimenez, and talk about her journey in multimedia journalism. As always, give us a follow on Instagram to learn more @thezealouspodcast
Hola! Welcome to part 2 of our episode with Mauricio. It was such a pleasure talking with him and we hope that you are able to relate or get an insight into what it means to be and become a journalist.
For more content and to suggest any topics visit us on Instagram @thezealouspodcast
Welcome back amigxs! Today Ivette speaks with Mauricio, a Latinx Journalist, about his journey after graduating college.
As always, follow us on intagram and join the growing community for more content @thezealouspodcast
Welcome to another episode of the zealous podcast! Today we continue our conversation with our amiga Fahima. In this part of the conversation, we question our community norms, stress the importance of being yourself, and discuss how the pandemic has started a restart in our lives.
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Hi Everyone, welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. We have a treat for you all! Today we sit down and have a casual conversation with our good friend Fahima who is a first-gen undergraduate student at Harvard. We talk about the barriers Fahima had to face as she pursued higher education. So take a seat, put us on blast, and press play.
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Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. In this episode, our good friend Luis digs deeper and talks about how he got his first job and how he is juggling grad school and work during the pandemic.
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Welcome to Season 2 of the Zealous Podcast! Ya Estamos de Vuelta!
In this episode, Ivette and Diane ask their friend Luis what it means to be a mechanical engineer and he discusses how his early life motivated him to enter this field. Sit down, grab your tea or coffee and let us take you into the world of mechanical engineering.
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Welcome to another episode of the zealous podcast. In this episode, Ivette and Diane sit down and explain how the podcast is shifting, we explain the gratitude project and share what we have in store for season 2!
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Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! Today we are having a small talk episode and we share all the new updates that are happening with the podcast and in our lives as new grad students. So sit back, take your favorite snack, and join us as we contemplate all the changes that are surrounding us in this new norm. Join our community on Instagram @thezealouspodast
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous podcast! Today, our good friend Jen, sits down with us and shares her experience with med school. So if you are interested in knowing what being a Med student entails or are thinking of applying to med school, grab a snack and tune in.
For more updates follow us on instagram @thezealouspodcast
Welcome back to another episode! Today Diane, Ivette and Eli have a discussion about the having a "Dream Job" and we answer some of your questions. Thank you all for joining us and until next time, smile to the world and the world will smile back :)
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Hi Everyone! Today Ivette and Diane sit down with Eli Vazquez a video producer from Buzzfeed's Pero Like. Eli shares his journey with the film industry, post grad life and his sense of humor. Stay tuned next Thursday for the release of Pt. 2. More details will be released on our instagram @thezealouspodcast
To stay updated on Eli's brand and production company #Selfhype feel free to connect with him on his digital platforms listed below:
Instagram: @itselivazquez / Website: www.elivazquez.com https://contactb24d5d.clickfunnels.com/sales-page
Hi Everyone! Welcome to another episode. Today we sit with our good friend Bernard who is a graduate student and Adjunct Professor at City University of New York in Psychological Science. He tells us all about how he went from an international college student to a Professor at CUNY. Let us know what you all can relate to in the comment section below! Follow us on instagram for more update: @thezealouspodcast
Hello Everyone, welcome to the first installment of our new Teen Series! In today's episode we sit down with a rising Junior and Sophmore in high school. We discuss how true the stereotypes about Gen Z's are and their thoughts on how the schools have transitioned into a virtual setting during the pandemic. Follow us on instagram @thezealouspodcast for more content, updates and features of the people in our community who like us are on a journey toward their dream. Take care and stay safe everyone!
Hi Everyone,
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. Ivette and I update you all on what's new with the podcast, our community and our lives. We have exciting news and are so happy to share this journey with you all. Let us know what we can do to make our community stronger. Check out our instagram @thezealouspodcast for more content.
Take care and stay safe!
XOXO,
Diane & Ivette
Hi everyone,
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous podcast! Today I share some tips and tricks that has helped keep myself motivated and passionate about my goals. I hope that my tips can help you keep yourself motivated during this quarantine time and that it helps you develop good habits for your future.
Follow us on instagram @thezealouspodcast for more updates and content. Take care and stay safe everyone.
Hello everyone, you asked and we listened! There are many questions that we get from high school seniors and first year college students about financial aid, internships, gap years and much more. So today our special guest speaker is able to answer your questions about life in college. Tune in and get your dose of wisdom! Remember to follow me on instagram for updates @diane26ly.
Take care!
Welcome to the first Small Talk segment of the Zealous Podcast. Ivette and I explain why we have been MIA, give a little update and lead into a talk about fear and success. We explore our fears and the meaning behind each of them. We hope this conversation is also able to encourage you to visit your own fear in a way that helps you self reflect and feel supported.
Welcome to the last episode of 2019! It's crazy how time flies but I hope you enjoy this episode. Maria Alfaro, the founder of Que Paso Latina, joins us on the Zealous Podcast to talk about the importance of mental health and the effects of culture clashes.
Have a Happy New Year! I can't wait to greet you all in 2020.
Hi everyone and welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast with Co-Host Ivette. Today we sit down and chat with soon to be college graduate, Jirazel, about the ups and downs of living her last few days in college. Tune in and hear about Jirazel's stories, hope, dreams, and fears. By the end of this episode we all learned some valuable lessons.
Until next time: Smile to the world and the world will smile back.
Take Care!
Hi Everyone! Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. Today Ivette and I sit with Saira who is currently in a master's program for school counseling. We talk about her journey to grad school for school counseling and she shares some tips on the application process. Through our discussions, we discuss whether it's best to apply for grad school right after college or if it helps to get some work experience. If you are not sure about Grad school or if you are interested in School Counseling and Social work then this is most definitely an episode for you. If you want to make any inquiries, feel free to direct message me on Instagram @diane26ly. Until next time, smile to the world and the world will smile back.
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! Today Ivette and I sit with Ivonne Morales, a travel influencer and a freelance social media manager for the Bonita Project. Today she shares her story and discusses why she decided to quit her 9 am - 5 pm job to chase her dreams. We discuss the ups, the downs and share some laughs. Join us and get inspired to build YOUR dream. Follow me on instagram to suggest a topic @diane26ly and until next time: smile to the world and the world will smile back.
Hi Everyone! Welcome to another episode. Today I talk to Scarlette, a software engineer, and she helps us debunk a bunch of myths about computer science. If you are interested or just want to know more about working in the tech field then this is the episode for you. Thank you for tuning in and if you want to request a topic then send me a DM on Instagram @diane26ly. Remember to always reach for your dreams!
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! Today Ivette and I speak with Luisa, a recent first-generation college grad who is in the process of switching jobs and maybe fields. We talk about the emotions and fears that come with transition and change. As always thank you for tuning and until next time "smile to the world and the world will smile back".
Hi Everyone! Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast. Today I sit down and talk to my good friend Chris about his journey into the NYPD. As a first-generation college graduate, he talks about some of the struggles that he overcame and what it's like working in the NYPD. I hope you all enjoy it and DM on Instagram @diane26ly if you have any follow up questions for Chris. Until next time, remember to smile to the world so that the world can smile back.
Welcome to another episode of the Zealous Podcast! Ellen returns in this episode to speak alongside Jonathan, who is a current college student in NYC. We all sit down and have a casual conversation about their dreams in the fashion industry. These conversations are always the best and encourage me to work hard to reach my goals. I hope this can do the same thing for you and your peers. Enjoy!
Welcome to episode 2 of the Zealous Podcast. Join Christina, Ivette and I as we discuss the factors you should consider when choosing a job. We also give some tips for those of you considering moving to another location. Thank you for tuning in and remember: You CAN do it!
Hi Everyone! Join me and two amazing women, Cheryl and Ellen, as we share our struggles of being first-generation college graduates entering the workforce in NYC. Enjoy and remember that anything is possible.