Tamarindo

Feminists for Racial, Economic, & Gender Justice: Women’s Foundation CA Nov 20, 2024

As we process the 2024 Election, we meet with our friends from the Women's Foundation of CA, a statewide, publicly supported foundation dedicated to achieving racial, economic, and gender justice by centering the experience and expertise of communities most impacted by systemic injustice. We speak to the organization's first Latine CEO, Bia Vieira and to Los Angles City Council Member and Women's Foundation Board Member, Eunisses Hernandez.

Bia Vieira is the Women’s Foundation California first Latine CEO, where she leads the Foundation’s work to advance gender, racial, and economic justice. The Foundation’s program strategy is focused on building community-based power through investing in nonprofit organizations, training community leaders in policy advocacy, connecting key partners, and mobilizing significant financial resources.

Eunisses Hernandez is a community organizer, a daughter of Mexican immigrants, and a

lifelong District 1 resident in Los Angeles. Born and raised in Highland Park, she led campaigns, coalitions, and commissions that transformed local and statewide policy before running for City Council in 2021. Since taking office in December 2022, Councilmember Hernandez has prioritized a Care First agenda that focuses on investing in community care, workforce development, social services, and harm-reduction programs that help make our neighborhoods safer and healthier places for all Angelenos.

In this episode, we mention Encuentro, a restorative retreat.Join us in Puebla, Mexico May 2 - 6, 2025 for a restorative, culture filled, retreat, at a UNESCO world heritage site known for its exquisite cuisine and varied architecture. Beginning each day with wellness activities, you’ll recharge and experience Cinco de Mayo, the celebration of the battle of Puebla.

This retreat is intended for women and non-binary folx facing burnout looking for a culturally rich wellness experience.

Tier 1 - LIMITED EARLY BIRD Price: $1,999. (Must pay in full by December 15, 2024)
Tier 2 - $2,600 (Must pay in full by January 17, 2025)
Tier 3 - $2,975 (Must pay in full by February 20, 2025)

All the tiers above are for the same experience, so act today for maximum savings. To be invited to participate, please complete our interest form by November 15, 2024: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro-25

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Richard Cabral and Healing through Theater Nov 13, 2024

Richard Cabral is an Emmy-nominated actor, producer, writer and storyteller. His story is one of resilience, having battled addiction, incarceration, and generational trauma. Recorded before a live audience at Cal State Los Angeles, Richard generously opens up to us about his personal story, how he first discovered his talent for writing, and what the craft of acting means to him today. See his upcoming play Time Alone on Nov. 16 and 17th at Plaza de la Raza. For Tickets and info: https://www.plazadelaraza.org/news/2024/10/5/time-alone

Richard Cabral is known for End of Watch (2012), Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones (2014) and Walk of Shame (2014), Mayans M.C. (2018-2022), Twisted Metal, (2023) and RZR (2024), among others.

TIME ALONE traces the parallel journeys of a young man convicted of killing a gang rival and a woman whose son ⁠—⁠ a police officer ⁠—⁠ is murdered in the line of duty. Both end up in places of extreme loneliness: a solitary confinement prison cell and the silent house of the bereaved. As time itself seems to unravel, their tales both contrast and mirror each other, providing answers to each other's questions ⁠—⁠ until they find new doors to life.

In this episode, we mention Encuentro, a restorative retreat.Join us in Puebla, Mexico May 2 - 6, 2025 for a restorative, culture filled, retreat, at a UNESCO world heritage site known for its exquisite cuisine and varied architecture. Beginning each day with wellness activities, you’ll recharge and experience Cinco de Mayo, the celebration of the battle of Puebla.

This retreat is intended for women and non-binary folx facing burnout looking for a culturally rich wellness experience.

Tier 1 - LIMITED EARLY BIRD Price: $1,999. (Must pay in full by December 15, 2024)
Tier 2 - $2,600 (Must pay in full by January 17, 2025)
Tier 3 - $2,975 (Must pay in full by February 20, 2025)

All the tiers above are for the same experience, so act today for maximum savings. To be invited to participate, please complete our interest form soon while spots remain: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro-25

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Queerchata: Creating Inclusive Latin Dance Spaces with Adrian Nov 06, 2024

In this episode of Tamarindo, we speak with Adrian, the founder of Queerchata, a transformative dance community designed to create an inclusive, degendered space for queer and trans individuals to explore Latin dance. Adrian shares their journey of discovering dance as a form of self-expression, the inspiration behind Queerchata, and the journey of building a welcoming environment across cities. They discuss redefining traditional dance roles, fostering chosen family within the Queerchata community, and celebrating culture in non-traditional ways, while reflecting on the importance of visibility and their vision for Queerchata’s impact on the larger dance world.

In this episode, we mention Encuentro, a restorative retreat.Join us in Puebla, Mexico May 2 - 6, 2025 for a restorative, culture filled, retreat, at a UNESCO world heritage site known for its exquisite cuisine and varied architecture. Beginning each day with wellness activities, you’ll recharge and experience Cinco de Mayo, the celebration of the battle of Puebla.

This retreat is intended for women and non-binary folx facing burnout looking for a culturally rich wellness experience.

Tier 1 - LIMITED EARLY BIRD Price: $1,999. (Must pay in full by December 15, 2024)
Tier 2 - $2,600 (Must pay in full by January 17, 2025)
Tier 3 - $2,975 (Must pay in full by February 20, 2025)

All the tiers above are for the same experience, so act today for maximum savings. To be invited to participate, please complete our interest form by November 15, 2024: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro-25

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Neurodivergence and its impact on the Latine community, with Dr. Sandra Leon-Villa Oct 30, 2024

In this episode of the Tamarindo Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Sandra León-Villa, a first-generation, Autistic Xicana, Activist, and Liberation Psychologist who has over 13 years of experience specializing in trauma treatment and BIPOC mental health. Dr. León-Villa is not only a mental health professional but also a passionate advocate for cultural competency in the mental health field.

We dive deep into neurodiversity and its impact on BIPOC communities, exploring the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals from underserved backgrounds. Dr. León-Villa shares her insights on how trauma and neurodiversity intersect, and the importance of providing culturally informed care to ensure a more inclusive and healing approach to mental health.

Brenda mentions this event: https://www.bobbakermarionettetheater.com/around-town/2024/11/2/jinwjgbjqi5tbh3tpe5f2izyrcc9wj

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Tackling the Latina Wage Gap Oct 11, 2024

This episode of Tamarindo is a partnership with the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC), an organization dedicated to making a cultural home for the diverse identities that shape the community.

October 3rd marked Latina Equal Pay day, a day of action that calls attention to the Latina wage gap. Our friends at the NHCC invited Tamarindo to lead a conversation about how we can raise the pay for Latinas. We had a fantastic panel of Latina changemakers:

Melanie Fontes Rainer who serves as the Director of the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services where she leads the Department’s enforcement of federal civil rights and privacy laws and directs related policy and strategic initiatives.

Stephanie Rodriguez who is the Secretary for the New Mexico Higher Education Department.

Pola Lopez, a New Mexico-born, self-taught artist with a rich background in the Southwestern cultural heritage. She has been a prominent figure in the New Mexico art scene.

Even though October 3rd is behind us, the work to bring pay equity for Latinas is ongoing. This powerful conversation shows some of the innovative ways that Latinas are leading the way for pay equity. Follow these resources to learn more:

Equal Pay Today – A campaign aimed at closing the wage gap, offering resources on how to advocate for change, with a focus on Latina Equal Pay Day. (Learn more at EqualPayDay.org)

Justice for Migrant Women (Founded by Friend of the pod, Monica Ramirez) – An organization dedicated to protecting and supporting Latina and immigrant women in the workforce. This org also pushed for better data around the Latina Wage gap to capture part-time workers, rural workers, and others that are often marginalized.

National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) – They provide critical research and advocacy tools to help fight for wage equality, with a focus on women of color.

Lastly, you can call your representatives and ask that they support to bills that could make a difference: The Paycheck Fairness Act (Makes available info around pay discrimination; trains women and girls how to negotiate; conducts studies on how to end pay discrimination) and The BE HEARD Act which extends protections against harassment

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song and also helped produce this episode. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Karla Cornejo Villavicencio - Mini Episode of Tamarindo Oct 08, 2024

Karla Cornejo Villavicencio is the author of the National Book Award finalist The Undocumented Americans. Her work, which focuses on race, culture, and immigration, has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Vogue, Elle, and NPR. Her 2024 novel Catalina was longlisted for the National Book Award for Fiction. She joins us for a mini interview about her latest book.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Building a Just World with Activist Carmen Perez Oct 02, 2024

Carmen Perez is an American activist and Chicana feminist who has worked on issues of civil rights including mass incarceration, women's rights and gender equity, violence prevention, racial healing and community policing. She is the President and CEO of The Gathering for Justice, a nonprofit founded by Harry Belafonte which is dedicated to ending child incarceration and eliminating the racial disparities in the criminal justice system. Ana Sheila Victorino guest co-hosts this episode and speaks to Carmen about her vision for a just world.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it is Also Mental Health Awareness month. Our friend Melissa Parra, Community Engagement Manager at Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley, joins us to speak about the intersection of mental health and cancer and how she works to connect people to resources so they do not have to face cancer alone. Melissa is with Cancer Support Community, an organization that provides comprehensive services—including support groups, individual counseling, and healthy lifestyle programs such as yoga and meditation, healing through art and movement and lastly, references and referrals connecting folks to resources. We reference this study: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2024/09/18/nx-s1-5076874/report-cancer-diagnoses-survival-young-adults

If you are in the Albuquerque New Mexico area this Saturday, October 5th, please go to visit the events page of NHCCNM.org and register for the Latina Equal Pay Day event. Our panel is at 11:00 am at the National Hispanic Cultural Center: https://my.nmculture.org/38061/38063

PAINT AND SIP WITH TAMARINDO OCT. 13 at 5:30pm in Los Angeles ($45)

Details: https://www.union.fit/events/heartbeat-house-paint-sip

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Go to the link
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Scroll down to the bold text that reads "Have Access Code" and click on it
Code is: TAMARINDO

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Making Waves: Giselle Carrillo’s Journey to Surfing and Social Change Sep 25, 2024

In this episode of Tamarindo, we sit down with Giselle Carrillo, an educator, surfer, and founder of Los Courage Camps, an initiative aimed at creating equity in the surfing community. Giselle shares her personal journey from growing up in East Los Angeles to discovering surfing later in life, and how it transformed her sense of courage and purpose. We discuss how Los Courage Camps offers free surf lessons to children from underserved communities, helping them build confidence, leadership, and self-advocacy skills. Tune in as Giselle talks about the powerful connection between the ocean and personal growth, and her mission to make surfing accessible for all.

We mention GLAAD’s Dímelo series that you can watch right now: https://youtu.be/btzuD0FMTVk?si=VY3uLE8XLcjlOT9P

Come workout with Brenda in LA on September 29th: https://www.union.fit/events/heartbeat-house-sip-sweat-w-brenda-dj-devoe

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Storytelling through Food, Film, and Fiction with Hugo Gamino, Claudia Restrepo, and Paola Mendoza Sep 18, 2024

This is a jam packed episode with inspiring storytellers through food, film, and fiction. We start with a panel chat with Hugo Gamino and Claudia Restrepo. Hugo is a chef and writer dedicated to sharing the untold stories behind the recipes that have shaped his life and career. His writing is fostering understanding, and bringing to life an empathetic viewpoint of diversity while challenging toxic masculinity. Claudia is an LA-based writer, director, and actor who is passionate about minority and queer representation, both in front and behind the camera. She recently executive produced and starred in the film “Peak Season” a refreshing romantic comedy that’s free from the typical tropes of its genre. See it now on Prime.

Next up, we have Paola Mendoza, who you may know as the artist director and co-founder of the 2017 Women’s March. She’s directed many projects, including the beautiful film “Entre Nos”, the semi-autobiographical story based on Paola’s mother’s arrival to the US from Colombia. Paola joins us to speak about her latest book, SOLIS, which she co-wrote with Abby Sher and is a companion to their first book, Sanctuary. Especially in light of candidate Trump's vile depiction of immigration during the debate, we need works of art like SOLIS to remind us that the dystopian world in the story is not too far off where we can be headed if he is reelected.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Radio Cachimbona & Tamarindo Podcast at Mitu Sep 11, 2024

This week on the pod, we team up with Yvette Borjas, the founder of Radio Cachimbona, and chat about immigration policy, what we think about the Harris campaign’s take on the issue, and what we’re reading. Radio Cachimbona is a podcast by one Salvi-Taurean Cachimbona growing, healing, and storytelling in Southern Arizona (and now Los Angeles). Our friends at mitú helped to produce this episode.

Yvette Borjas is the daughter of Salvadoran asylum seekers who fled the civil war in the 1980's. As the first person in her family to graduate from college, she earned a BA from Yale College and graduated in 2018 from Stanford Law School. Yvetter worked as a civil rights attorney focused on border and immigration issues at the ACLU of Arizona. She’s a new angeleno lecturing at UCLA. Listen to Radio Cachimbona: https://www.radiocachimbona.com/

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez on Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raise Us Sep 04, 2024

Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez joins Tamarindo Podcast to discuss her new book: Tías and Primas, On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raise Us. Delsy and Brenda discuss the themes in Prisca’s work, and then we hear directly from the writer and activist about what inspired the book and what she hopes readers will take from this love letter to the women who raise us.

Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez was born in Managua, Nicaragua but calls Nashville, Tennessee home. She got her Masters of Divinity from Vanderbilt University in the Spring of 2015. The bulk of her work is around making accessible, through storytelling and curating content, the theories and heavy material that is oftentimes only taught in the racist/classist institutions known as academia.

Brenda and Prisca briefly discuss the upcoming show, The Chonga Girls:https://www.hola.com/us/entertainment/20240429359385/the-chonga-girls-coming-cbs-mimi-davila-laura-di-lorenzo-big-break/

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Clivia Torres edits our YouTube episodes. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Disconnect to Reconnect: Rethinking Our Relationship with Social Media Aug 28, 2024

In this episode of Tamarindo, we explore how social media affects our mental health and share easy ways to cut back without feeling out of the loop. We start with a fun game to see just how much screen time we’re logging, then dive into how social media can lead to anxiety, and interfere with our sleep and self-esteem. We’ll talk about "doomscrolling," recognizing signs of social media addiction.We offer practical tips for reducing social media use—think small changes that make a big difference—so you can enjoy the benefits of being more present in the real world.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Clivia Torres edits our YouTube episodes. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Burn Out, Healing, and Politics Aug 21, 2024

Today on Tamarindo, we catch up with our friend Ana Sheila Victorino, a workplace wellness entrepreneur and of course, no stranger to Tamarindo. She joins Brenda as co-host for the day and shares some of her recent experiences on her healing journey.

We speak to Daisy Auger-Domínguez, a global leader, author, and workplace strategist and get her thoughts on the right’s attack of “Diversity Equity and Inclusion” and how to stay motivated when facing workplace burnout.

Finally, we talk about Project 2025 with Juan Diego Ramirez, an independent journalist and co-host of Nationly, a limited series podcast covering the Presidential election.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Ana Sheila mentions this essay: https://the-submissive-list.ck.page/posts/i-just-hate-it-for-black-women

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Clivia Torres edits our YouTube episodes. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Feeling it in Our Pockets Aug 14, 2024

On this episode, Brenda and Delsy discuss the current state of the economy, focusing on inflation and its impact on daily life, while sharing practical tips for managing finances. We also chat with Felipe Esparza, a Mexican-American stand-up comedian and actor known for his comedy rooted in his East Los Angeles upbringing. Felipe joins us to talk about his podcast, Nace Una Leyenda: Chespirito, which explores the life and legacy of Chespirito, from his early work with Viruta y Capulina to becoming a top TV show in Mexico and a symbol of Latin identity across the continent.

Link to pod: Nace Una Leyenda: Chespirito on Apple Podcasts

Follow Traveler Charly: https://www.instagram.com/travelercharly/?hl=en

Article referenced: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/impact-bidens-economic-agenda-may-be-felt-long-after-his-presidency-2024-07-22/

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Clivia Torres edits our YouTube episodes. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Latina Leaders in Food Equity Jul 17, 2024

On this episode we talk about Food Equity with Latina leaders who are committed to making healthy food accessible to all communities here in Los Angeles. You’ll learn about the LA Food Policy Council and the creative ways this organization cultivates a diverse network of change makers from across our food system, from farm to fork and beyond, and this work is important to equity.

This panel conversation includes:

Alba Velasquez who leads the Los Angeles Food Policy Council as the Executive Director,

Erika Crenshaw, Co-Owner of El Sereno Greengrocer, a one year old corner shop in El Sereno, in Northeast LA and

Jocelyn Ramirez, a Plant-Forward Chef whose product line of seasoning is sold at El Sereno Greengrocer.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Clivia Torres edits our YouTube episodes. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Las Cafeteras Live on Tamarindo Jul 10, 2024

Recorded in front of a live audience, we speak with the band Las Cafeteras about their new album, a “A Night in Nepantla,” featuring a fusion of traditional Mexican folk and electronic dance beats.The album addresses themes of longing, love, and pressing community issues. Stick around after the conversation with a very special live performance. Catch the band on tour: https://lascafeteras.com/tour/

Thank you to our event partner, The Pop-Hop, a mission-driven, multi-use community arts and education space. They sell new and used books and hundreds of items from local authors and artists. Learn more: https://www.thepophop.com/about

And a very special thanks to Jeff Devoe, AKA, producer Jeff, for engineering the live show and episode.

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Art and Inclusivity with Jasmin Hernandez Jun 26, 2024

In this episode of the Tamarindo Podcast, we sit down with Jasmin Hernandez, the founder of Gallery Gurls, a platform dedicated to celebrating Black and POC changemakers in contemporary art. Jasmin shares her journey from an art enthusiast to a powerful advocate for diversity in the art world. She is also the author of 'We Are Here: Visionaries of Color Transforming the Art World,' a groundbreaking book that highlights the influential work of intergenerational Black and POC artists and art workers. Through Gallery Gurls, Jasmin has created a space where underrepresented artists can thrive and receive the recognition they deserve.

About — Jasmin Hernande z

Gallery Gurls

Author's Bio

Jasmin Hernandez Author Site

Debut Book

As mentioned on the show, get your tickets to Las Cafeteras at the Paramount August 2.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Permission to Dream: How to Approach Career Aspirations and Transitions Jun 20, 2024

Many of us have felt stuck in a job that no longer aligns with who we are or where we want to be. This week on the pod, we candidly share when we’ve experienced a need for change and how we approached transitions in our careers. We also explore the importance of granting ourselves permission to dream.

You’ll also hear a brief conversation with author Marcela Fuentes discussing her novel “Malas”. Rich with cinematic details, this debut novel is a love letter to Tejano culture and community.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Queer Activism and Archival Stories: Lydia Otero's 'L.A. Interchanges Jun 12, 2024

In this episode of Tamarindo, Lydia Otero discusses their latest book, "L.A. Interchanges: A Brown & Queer Archival Memoir," which draws on their experiences as a queer activist and blue-collar worker in Los Angeles. The episode explores how the intersections of Otero's Brown and queer identities influenced their activism, highlighting memorable moments with communities like Lesbians of Color and Gay and Lesbian Latinos Unidos, which significantly shaped their journey.

Website: https://www.lydiaotero.com/

Link mention on this episode:

Analysis: How did Mexico elect a female president before the United States? Not by accident (https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2024-06-03/mexico-did-not-elect-a-female-president-by-accident)

Biden signs order tightening border with Mexico when crossings surge (https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-06-04/biden-expected-to-sign-executive-order-to-close-border-with-mexico-when-crossings-surge)

June 20th at 7pm: Join us for a free LIVE taping of Tamarindo with Las Cafeteras at the Pop-Hop in Lincoln Heights: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/live

June 23 at 6pm: Tamarindo will emcee the Little Green Show with singer songwriter Irene Diaz in partnership with sustainable and mindful business'. This will be at the Happier Camper Tadaa Coffee: 2960 Marsh St, Los Angeles, CA 90039. RSVP: tamarindopodcast.com/events

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Musical Mujeres: Daymé Arocena & Girl Ultra Jun 05, 2024

Welcome to a musical episode of Tamarindo where we speak to two Latinas making waves in the music scene: Daymé Arocena and Girl Ultra. We also speak about how we can practice self-care as we continue to grapple with the atrocities in Gaza. Listen with care.

Afro-Cuban soul star Dayme Arocena joins Tamarindo to talk about her first album in 5 years, Alkemi, produced by Eduardo Cabra of Calle 13. Blending neo-soul singing, Afro-Caribbean beats and modern pop, Daymé Arocena’s music is a spiritually charged exploration of Afro-Latin grooves that seamlessly fuses tradition and innovation. Catch her on July 20th For FREE here in Los Angeles at Grand Performances. RSVP: https://www.grandperformances.org/events/dayme-arocena

Next, we sit down with Singer/Songwriter Mariana "Nan" de Miguel, aka Girl Ultra, a Mexican singer-songwriter and a rising star in the Latin music scene. She is known for her smooth blend of R&B, rock, and eclectic urban influences. We discuss the inspiration behind her new EP 'blush,' and delve into the themes of youth and self-discovery. We talk about her experience performing at Coachella and how her diverse musical influences have shaped her unique sound.

Speaking of music, here are TWO free opportunities to hang with Tamarindo and some of our favorite musicians:

June 20th at 7pm: Join us for a free LIVE taping of Tamarindo with Las Cafeteras at the Pop-Hop in Lincoln Heights: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/live
June 23 at 6pm: Tamarindo will emcee the Little Green Show with singer songwriter Irene Diaz in partnership with sustainable and mindful businesses. This will be at the Happier Camper Tadaa Coffee: 2960 Marsh St, Los Angeles, CA 90039. Free with RSVP: tamarindopodcast.com/events

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Toxic Workplaces and What to do About It May 29, 2024

Many of us have encountered work situations that don’t always feel inclusive, safe, or where we can be our authentic selves. It can at times feel like we don’t have the power to make a difference where we work. The truth is, with the right tools, resources, and support, there can be ways to start to make a positive change.

On this episode, we speak to Linet Mera, Ph.D., the Co-Executive Director of Calico Culture Strategies, where she leverages both first-hand experience and data-backed methods to build strategies and tools for organizations to build more inclusive workplaces. We also speak to Annette Angus, Ph.D., a microbiologist by training and a social activist by heart, who is passionate about building the type of work places where all people can thrive. Dr. Angus manages a team of scientists at The Clorox Company. Together, our panel tackles some listener submitted work situations and gives advice on how we can all play a role in building positive work cultures. We also explore when it might be time to tap into outside experts, such as Calico Culture Strategies. Learn more at www.calicoculturestrategies.org

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Latinos Run with Maria Solis Belizaire May 22, 2024

On this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to Maria Solis Belizaire, the Founder and CEO of Latinos Run. Maria, an activist, speaker, and marathoner, has dedicated her life to uniting the Latino community through running and other forms of exercise. Maria's commitment to health and fitness stems from personal loss and a desire to make a positive impact on her community. Having lost her mother and friends to cancer and heart disease, she saw the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle. Today, Maria travels extensively, meeting runners and advocating for the underserved. Through Latinos Run, she continues to inspire and empower the Latino community to lace up and get active, making a significant difference in the lives of many.

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Dolores Huerta on Tamarindo Apr 10, 2024

Dolores Huerta is an activist, civil rights leader, feminist, and icon. She is the co-founder of the United Farm Workers Association, which later became the UFW, and she continues to inspire, organize, and energize people to vote and effect change in their communities. She is the Founder of The Dolores Huerta Foundation, which passionately advocates for social justice, focusing on empowering marginalized communities through grassroots organizing, civic engagement, and education initiatives. Learn about them here: doloreshuerta.org

Dolores Huerta sits on the board of the Feminist Majority Foundation and as she mentions on the show, now is the time for us to call for the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment, learn more: https://feminist.org/our-work/equal-rights-amendment/

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Katya Echazarreta's Historic Voyage to Space Apr 03, 2024

In this episode of the Tamarindo Podcast, we speak with Katya Celeste Echazarreta González, a trailblazing Electrical Engineer, Science Communicator, and the first Mexican-born woman in space. Katya's groundbreaking experiences at NASA JPL, working on missions like Perseverance and Europa Clipper, shaped her trajectory and fueled her commitment to science and engineering communication. Katya discussed the lasting legacy of her spaceflight for Mexico, Latin America, and the global community, emphasizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in advancing STEM and space exploration.

HOME | Kat Echazarreta

Articles referenced on this episode:

Can ‘micro-acts of joy’ make you happier? I tried them for seven days

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Election Anxiety Mar 20, 2024

This week on Tamarindo, we introduce a new segment discussing news that caught our eye, plus we talk Presidential Election anxiety and consult political commentator Chuck Rocha to help us think about these feelings. Chuck Rocha the founder of Solidarity Strategies, one of the most successful minority-owned political consulting firms.

Articles Referenced:

“Forgiveness is good for mental health, a new study shows” - Washington Post
“Women who do strength training live longer. How much is Enough?”-NPR

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REGISTER FOR AMIGAS BLOSSOMING - March 28

Join us on March 28th at 6:30pm at The Pop-Hop in Highland Park, an independent bookshop and creative learning space that amplifies marginalized voices, for a night of creating and celebrating blossoming friendships. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amigas-blossoming-tickets-847673362847?aff=oddtdtcreator

REGISTER FOR LATINA TO LATINA LIVE - March 27

You're invited to an exclusive evening with Latina to Latina podcast host, Alicia Menendez and author Xochitl Gonzalez, in celebration of Poderistas Poder Circle Book Club featured read, Anita de Monte Laughs Last, Xochitl's highly anticipated novel about a first-generation Ivy League student who uncovers the genius work of a female artist decades after her suspicious death. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latina-to-latina-x-poderistas-live-tickets-795621153287

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Rocío Medina van Nierop: Empowering Latinas in Tech Mar 13, 2024

In this episode of Tamarindo, we speak with Rocío Medina van Nierop, the CEO and Co-founder of Latinas in Tech. Rocío's journey in the tech industry spans over 15 years, during which she has been a vocal advocate for diversity and inclusion. Through Latinas in Tech, Rocío channels her passion into empowering Latina women, aiming to break barriers and foster representation in an industry where they are significantly underrepresented.

During our conversation, Rocío shares her experiences and insights, shedding light on the challenges faced by Latinx individuals in the tech sector and the importance of creating inclusive environments. From her personal journey to the impactful initiatives spearheaded by Latinas in Tech, Rocío's leadership serves as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring leaders and advocates alike. Join us as we delve into a discussion on leadership, representation, and the transformative power of community in driving meaningful change in the tech industry.

Brenda and Delsy also reference this article when discussing the importance of platonic relationships: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/01/09/how-to-adult-friends-relationships/

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Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. This episode was edited by Daniel Padilla. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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REGISTER FOR LATINA TO LATINA LIVE

You're invited to an exclusive evening with Latina to Latina podcast host, Alicia Menendez and author Xochitl Gonzalez, in celebration of Poderistas Poder Circle Book Club featured read, Anita de Monte Laughs Last, Xochitl's highly anticipated novel about a first-generation Ivy League student who uncovers the genius work of a female artist decades after her suspicious death. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latina-to-latina-x-poderistas-live-tickets-795621153287

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Lío Mehiel, Award-winning Actor, Artist, and Filmmaker Mar 06, 2024

On this episode we talk to Lío Mehiel, a Puerto Rican and Greek actor, artist, and filmmaker who stars in the Netflix feature film, Mutt. The film tells the story of Feña, a trans man that has a wild day including running into an ex, dealing with estranged family, and the overall challenges of being a young person navigating life and transitions. Lío’s critically acclaimed performance in Mutt earned them the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award in Acting, making them the first trans actor to ever win the award.

Most recently, Lío returned to Sundance 2024, starring opposite Leslie Grace, Sasha Calle, and Residente in In the Summers, which won the festival’s top honor of Grand Jury Prize in the U.S. Dramatic Competition.

In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, we learn Lío’s career trajectory, what it was like to portray such complex and multidimensional Latine and trans characters, and the projects and themes that speak to them as an artist. Lío is a phenomenally talented actor and someone we know we’ll see continue earning accolades. Watch them right now on Netflix’s Mutt.

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Journey to Brain Health and Equity Feb 28, 2024

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mirella Díaz-Santos, an expert in Alzheimer's disease research and neurology, as she guides us through the realm of brain health and wellness, with a special focus on the Latiné community. Drawing from her own experiences, Dr. Díaz-Santos shares the profound impact of her grandmother, Estrella, on her journey of Alzheimer's advocacy.

Delving into the science, Dr. Díaz-Santos explains the concept of neuroplasticity, illustrating how our brains continually adapt and evolve. These dynamic changes are pivotal for our overall well-being, underscoring the importance of prioritizing brain health in our daily lives.

Furthermore, our conversation explores the disparities in Alzheimer's research and healthcare access, particularly among underserved communities. Dr. Díaz-Santos emphasizes the need to address structural and social determinants of health to bridge these gaps, offering practical advice for listeners eager to enact positive change.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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How to Nurture Your Creative Passion Feb 14, 2024

In this special episode recorded at Sonoro Studios in Mexico City, Delsy and Brenda kick things off with a playful spin the wheel round, unveiling hilarious anecdotes about themselves. Followed by a conversation around embracing passions, offering insightful tips and tricks on infusing creativity and passion into the everyday. From finding inspiration in the mundane to fostering a mindset of curiosity, they delve into actionable strategies to ignite the spark within. This episode offers a sneak peek into the transformative content awaiting attendees at the upcoming Encuentro retreat in Puebla. Get ready to unlock your potential and embrace a life filled with wonder and passion!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Natalia Lafourcade Honors Vulnerability Feb 07, 2024

Natalia Lafourcade is a multi-Grammy award-winning contemporary musical artist, songwriter, singer, and producer from the state of Veracruz. Throughout her nearly 20-year career she has been part of countless musical projects and among her most popular songs are En el 2000, Un derecho de nacimiento, Hasta la Raíz, Nunca es suficiente, Tú sí sabes quererme and De todas las flores, among others.

Natalia Lafourcade speaks to Tamarindo about De Todas las Flores, a musical diary inspired by different life experiences. It is a piece that honors vulnerability, life and death, femininity, nature, the mystical, love and heartbreak.

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Oscar Nominations, Community Celebrations, and Crimigration Jan 31, 2024

Delsy and Brenda reflect on America Ferrera’s Oscar nomination, Guatemalan community celebrations, and concerning trends around Latina teen birth rates and abortion care access, and a whole bunch more on their minds this election year. (Article mentioned: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/texas-latina-teen-birth-rate-rises-after-abortion-ban-rcna135511)

Next, Tamarindo speaks to professor and immigration lawyer, César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández about his forthcoming book WELCOME THE WRETCHED: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien” where he makes a powerful case for separating immigration law from criminal law, and abolishing so-called “immigration crimes” treating migrants who have been accused or convicted of crimes the way we treat residents or citizens. Get the book: https://thenewpress.com/books/welcome-wretched

César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández is the Gregory H. Williams Chair in Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and has appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Guardian, and today, TAMARINDO!

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Empowering Fashion: Cindy Castro's Journey into Sustainable Style Jan 24, 2024

This Episode is for all the Fashionistas! We are joined by Cindy Castro, a prominent Latina fashion designer based in New York City. Originally from Ecuador, she pursued her dream of becoming a fashion designer.With a decade of industry experience, Cindy embarked on her mission to create her own women's ready-to-wear (RTW) line. Her brand, Cindy Castro New York, is characterized by a strong commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and remarkable craftsmanship.

In this conversation, Cindy discusses her motivation to establish Cindy Castro New York with a strong focus on sustainability, social responsibility, and craftsmanship, emphasizing her mission to disrupt the industry as one of the first Latinas leading sustainable fashion. Cindy's designs are influenced by her cultural roots and commitment to sustainability, and she highlights her decision to produce over 50% of her clothing locally in the Garment District, collaborating with Latino immigrants and minorities in New York. Leave this episode feeling inspired to start your own personal journey toward sustainable fashion!

Check out Cindy Castro New York:

Cindy Castro New York Official Site | RTW Luxury Sustainable Brand – 2023 Cindy Castro New York, LLC

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All About Transitions: From Red Carpet to Fitness Jan 17, 2024

We’re embracing transitions at Tamarindo! On this episode, we welcome Delsy Sandoval as Tamarindo’s new co-host. Delsy and Brenda are the co-founders of Encuentro, the sold-out inaugural creative retreat to Puebla, Mexico. They’re building on their partnership by teaming up as Tamarindo’s co-hosts.

Speaking of transitions, our guest is personal trainer and spin instructor Marcela Isaza who left behind a successful 20-year career as one of Hollywood’s top entertainment reporters to embark on new adventures in the health and wellness world. She tells us all about how she chose to make this career transition ahead of her 46th birthday and gives us great tips on how to call in more health and movement into our daily lives. Born in Colombia and raised in Latino Los Angeles, she’s learned how to convert mental strength into tools of physical movement that empower the body and lift the soul. Now this Chingona Colombiana is ready to coach YOU!!! Learn more: https://www.everybodylosangeles.com/teachers/marcela-isaza

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Secretary Julian Castro & the Latino Community Foundation Jan 10, 2024

Secretary Julian Castro joins Tamarindo to talk about his new role as CEO of the Latino Community Foundation. Secretary Castro was the youngest member of President Obama’s cabinet when he was appointed Secretary of Housing and Urban Development in 2014, and in 2020, he ran for US President where he lifted many progressive issues.

He eventually endorsed Elizabeth Warren and I often wished for a Warren Castro 2020 ticket. You can learn more about the Latino Community Foundation here: https://latinocf.org/

Cristina Escobar guest hosts this episode. Cristina is a Freelance Journalist, Co-founder and EIC of LatinaMedia.Co, and a TEDx Speaker. She tells us all about her TEDx experience and why we need more diverse voices in the critic space.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Tamarindo Looks Back at 2023 Dec 06, 2023

Brenda and Ana Sheila reflect on 2023 and the years working as a duo and co-founders of Tamarindo LLC. Listen to the end for a special announcement.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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The Power of Community Building with Julissa Prado Nov 29, 2023

This episode is for all the curlies! We are joined byJulissa Prado, a cultural changemaker and the Founder/CEO of Rizos Curls, a clean hair care line that celebrates the beauty of curls, coils and waves everywhere through high quality products and educational content.

In this conversation, we get the inspiring origin story of how Julissa went from doing friends' hair in school to a multimillion dollar company that now has products at Target, Ulta beauty, and Sally beauty Mexico.

A story of family, learning to listen to yourself, and the importance of community building, we hope you walk away inspired!

During the episode, Julissa mentions the Vitamin C repair hair mask, The Detox Scalp Scrub, and New Apple Cider Vinegar Scalp & Hair Rinse. Check out the website for educational videos and for her upcoming curly classes across the U.S in January. All Tamarindo listeners get 10% off any order at Rizos Curls using the code TAMARINDO at checkout.

Other things mentioned in the episode:

If you’re in LA catch Ana Sheila at Queer LA LIVE: Wellness for Joy tomorrow night at The Crawford in Pasadena.
Take Brenda’s NEW class at EVERYBODY starting Dec. 6th and each Wednesday at 7am: https://www.everybodylosangeles.com/classes
Hot tubs in SLO? https://www.sycamoresprings.com/

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Celebrating Our Gente with Zack Quintero, Executive Director of the National Hispanic Cultural Center Nov 15, 2023

We start this episode with a catch up and dive into some tips that can help listeners that may be struggling with the heaviness of the news and seasonal change. Next, Brenda talks about her experience traveling to Spain to learn about its culture, institutions, and how modern day Spain relates to Latin America and the United States. Our guest is Zack Quintero, the Executive Director of the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC), an organization committed to making a cultural home for the diverse identities that shape the community. A lifelong New Mexican, Zack has served in local, county, and state government positions most recently working as the federal ombudsman for the State of New Mexico. He has maintained a strong connection with local and statewide Latino communities across New Mexico having been actively involved with public policy, the arts, civil rights advocacy, and environment issues.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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The Toll of Being First-Gen with Alejandra Campoverdi Nov 08, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we are joined by Alejandra Campoverdi, the author of the new memoir, First-Gen. Alejandra Campoverdi's life reads like a series of impressive accolades, but she asks us to look underneath the accolades she describes as the often unacknowledged tolls of being a trailblazer. Some of these trailblazer tolls include “Invisible Inheritances,” “Bicultural Balancing Act,” and “Breakaway Guilt.

In our conversation, she expands on these tolls and reminds us that while she doesn't have all the answers, we can’t heal and learn from what we cannot name and just as important, that we are not alone.

Follow Alejandra Campoverdi: https://www.instagram.com/acampoverdi/

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Brenda and Ana Sheila host Risk! Nov 01, 2023

This week, Brenda and Ana Sheila guest co-host an episode of RISK!, a live show and weekly podcast where people tell true stories they never thought they’d dare to share in public, created and hosted by Kevin Allison (MTV, Comedy Central, HBO, Netflix). You’ll hear RISK’s fourth episode of their Hispanic Lives series, with stories by Marga Gomez, David Arroyo, and Lily Be.

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Honoring our Ancestral Roots and Indigenous Communities Oct 25, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we are joined by Lily, the founder of Zapotec Travel by Lily, a sustainable travel company working with 100% small indigenous-owned and women-led businesses and communities outside of Oaxaca City.

We explore the indigenous roots of the Dia de los Muertos celebration, anti-indigeneity and discrimination in Mexico, and reconnecting with roots, ancestors, and home.

Jose Richard Aviles guest co-hosts this episode while Brenda is away. José Richard Áviles is an Urban Planner, Social Worker, and internationally touring Performance Artist native to South Central. Áviles work explores the relationship between space, place, and body.

About Lily: Lily was born and raised in Santa Monica, California, home to the largest Zapotec migrant community in the U.S. After spending her summers in Oaxaca with her parents in the dream home they built, Lily rematriated to Oaxaca in 2013. It was then she realized the lack of representation of indigenous people, especially women, that existed in the travel industry in Oaxaca. Zapotec Travel now curates intimate experiences for responsible travelers alongside the community.

Learn more about Lily and her curated experiences here: https://linktr.ee/zapotectravelbylily

Ana Sheila mentioned The Social Change Ecosystem Framework

Lily mentioned the following Oaxacan resources:

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Latina Empowerment Anthems with Heidi Rojas & Jarina de Marco Oct 18, 2023

On this episode we talk to two phenomenal singer songwriters creating Latina power anthems that have us all celebrating who we are. You’ll hear from Heidi Rojasa a first generation Latina, Millennial mama of two, hit songwriter turned Bilingual Empowerment Pop Artist, and Jarina de Marco, the talent behind viral “Dominican Spanish” videos of tiktok and whose sounds are an exquisite embodiment of the multi-ethnic future. Delsy Sandoval guest co-hosts this episode. Delsy is an Guatemelan-American licensed therapist, creativity advocate, community-leader and breakthrough podcast host of the Ocu-Pasión podcast: https://www.ocupasionpodcast.com/

Learn more about Heidi Rojas:https://www.heidirojas.com/

Learn more about Jarina de Marco: https://www.jarinademarco.com/

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Stepping into Discomfort with Spilling La Sopa Podcast Oct 11, 2023

Brenda and Ana Sheila will be back with a new episode next week but this week, enjoy an episode Ana Sheila recorded with the hosts of Spilling La Sopa podcast. Spilling la Sopa hosts Wendy and Rosie take you through conversations about surviving their early 30s, the struggles of growing up between two cultures, familia, and healing through humor. In this conversation, Wendy, Rosie and I talk all about stepping out of your comfort zone - what it is, why to do it, how to do it, the struggle, and of course, the rewards. We hope you walk away with a little more courage to be just a little more bold, a little more atrevida.

More about Spilling la Sopa Podcast.

"Spilling La Sopa is a Spanglish podcast where Dr. Wendy Herrera, a clinical and forensic psychologist, and her amiga, Rosie Ortiz, an I/O psychologist, discuss various mental wellness topics in the Latinx community como intergenerational trauma, the struggles of growing up between two cultures, and navigating dynamics in the familia. Rosie and Dr. Wendy use personal stories and acknowledge humor as a primary coping skill that allows for healing. The name Spilling La Sopa is meant to combine the feeling of "spilling the tea" with some good chisme, and of having a conversation without filter even if it's messy, "sin pelos en la lengua." Follow them on IG to put a face to the voices @spillinglasopapodcast

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Creative Liberation with Artivists Julio Salgado & Martha Gonzalez Oct 04, 2023

On this episode we focus on art as a tool for activism. Our artivists guests show us how identity and place influences their work, their critique of the confines of creatives spaces of the past, and how they are each working to make creatives of color have greater opportunities, mentorship, and liberty to create. Before that, we talk about Latina Equal Pay Day and the Latina wealth gap.

We speak to Julio Salgado, the co-founder of DreamersAdrift and the Migrant Storytelling Manager for The Center for Cultural Power. His status as an undocumented, queer artivist has fueled the contents of his visual art, which depict key individuals and moments of the DREAM Act and the migrant rights movement. Undocumented students, organizers and allies across the country have used Salgado’s artwork to call attention to the migrant rights movement. His work has been displayed at the Oakland Museum, SFMOMA and Smithsonian. Learn more about Julio: juliosalgadoart.com

We also speak to Martha Gonzalez, a Chicana artivista (artist/activist) musician, feminist music theorist and Associate Professor in the Intercollegiate Department of Chicana/o Latina/o Studies at Scripps/Claremont College. Born and raised in Boyle Heights Gonzalez is a MacArthur Fellow (2022), Fulbright Garcia Robles (2007-2008), Ford (2012-2013), Woodrow Wilson Fellow (206-2017) and United States Artist Fellow (2020). Her academic interests have been fueled by her own musicianship as a singer/songwriter and percussionist for Grammy Award (2013) winning band Quetzal. Gonzalez along with her partner Quetzal Flores has been instrumental in catalyzing the transnational dialogue between Chicanx/Latinx communities in the U.S and Jarocho communities in Veracruz, Mexico. In the summer of 2017 Gonzalez’s tarima (stomp box) and zapateado dance shoes were acquired by the National Museum of American History and are on permanent display in the One Nation Many Voices exhibit. Learn more about Quetzal: quetzalela.com

Mentioned on this Episode

Cultivating Financial Liberation Oct. 5th at the Pop-Hop in Highland Park: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-financial-liberation-tickets-704841107727?aff=oddtdtcreator
Latina Equal Pay Day Toolkit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QYcXNliY6PcIty_eHAX34k-Mlrz4VRtZ/view
Encuentro Creative Retreat Feb. 15 - 19, 2024 in Puebla, Mexico: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro

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Cobijawear: Re-envisioning Fashion with Brenda Equihua Sep 27, 2023

In this episode, we get an inside look at how Equihua founder Brenda Equihua first developed the concept for her novel portal and cobija wear brand that has since then been worn by artists like Bad Bunny and Farina and featured in publications like Vogue Magazine, Telemundo and the LA times.

From spirituality in the creative process and the spirit of reciprocity to how we deserve nice things, we also delve into how a sustainable future for fashion and human beings requires a complete overhaul and breaking with the grueling pace set by the current version of capitalism.

Brenda also gives a shoutout to the brands Nopalera, Kids of Immigrants, and Shop Latinx.

Explore Brenda’s latest portal wear at Equihua.us and follow the brand on Instagram.

Mentioned on this Episode:

Encuentro Creative Retreat Feb. 15 - 19, 2024 in Puebla, Mexico: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro
Please join us for “Cultivating Financial Liberation” Oct. 5th, 2023 in Highland Park, register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-financial-liberation-tickets-704841107727

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Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song and edited this episode. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Confronting White Supremacy with Journalist Constanza Eliana Chinea Sep 20, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we reflect on the concept of white supremacy, where it shows up, and what we can do about it. We talk to journalist and Decolonial educator Constanza Eliana Chinea who helps us define white supremacy and gives us many resources on how we can confront it. Learn more about her: https://www.embodyinclusivity.com/ and follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/eliana.chinea/

Mentioned on this Episode:

Cultivating Financial Liberation Oct. 5th at the Pop-Hop in Highland Park: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-financial-liberation-tickets-704841107727?aff=oddtdtcreator
Encuentro Creative Retreat Feb. 15 - 19, 2024 in Puebla, Mexico: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro
Mucho Gusto Festival in Riverside September 23, 2023: https://esmeraldasantiago.com/

UndocumentedTales: https://www.youtube.com/@UndocumentedTales

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Choosing Love with Director Aitch Alberto Sep 13, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we kick off Latino and Latine Heritage Month with Miami-raised writer and director Aitch Alberto. Her new film “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe”is out now. Among her many accolades, Aitch was featured on Variety’s 10 Directors to Watch for 2022 and Indiewire’s 22 Rising Female Filmmakers to Watch in 2022. She is a Sundance Episodic Lab fellow.

We chat about the beautiful coming-of-age film and the universal themes it explores. We discuss the common struggles of adolescence like self-discovery, identity, and acceptance, to explorations of masculinity through a Latino/Latine lens. As the writers' and actors guild strikes continue, supporting Latino and Latine films is more important than ever. We encourage everyone to watch this film and uplift everyone involved.

We also reflect on our matracas of the summer after a long break giving a special shoutout to Raizado, an ideas and culture festival produced by The Latinx House with Monica Ramirez and Olga Segura at the helm. The four day event featured Latinx actors and cultural and social change makers, including politicians, philanthropists, business owners, and community advocates and closed with an open community day at a local park.

Mentioned on this Episode:

Encuentro Creative Retreat Feb. 15 - 19, 2024 in Puebla, Mexico: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro
Please join us for “Cultivating Financial Liberation” Oct. 5th, 2023 in Highland Park, register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-financial-liberation-tickets-704841107727

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song and edited this episode. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Latina Literary Legends: Myriam Gurba and Esmeralda Santiago Sep 06, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to two literary legends. We’ll first speak to Mexican American writer and artist Myriam Gurba about her new collection of essays, Creep and her love of language. Creep: Accusations and Confessions, is a deep dive into the dark recesses of toxic traditions that plague the United States and creates the abusers who haunt us. Learn more about Myriam: myriamgurba.com

Then, we talk about nostalgia, memories, and natural disasters with Puerto Rican author Esmeralda Santigo, the themes of her new novel, Las Madres a powerful novel of family, race, faith, sex, and disaster revealing the lives and loves of five women and the secret that binds them together. Learn more about Esmeralda: esmeraldasantiago.com

Charly Stoever guest co-hosts this episode. Ana Sheila will be back next week.

Mentioned on this Episode:

Cultivating Financial Liberation Oct. 5th at the Pop-Hop in Highland Park: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-financial-liberation-tickets-704841107727?aff=oddtdtcreator
Encuentro Creative Retreat Feb. 15 - 19, 2024 in Puebla, Mexico: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro
Mucho Gusto Festival in Riverside September 23, 2023: https://esmeraldasantiago.com/
Charly’s book recommendations:
Wealth Warrior by Linda Garcia
Gender Magic by Rae McDaniel

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-play: Carmen Rita Wong on Family Secrets Aug 30, 2023

On this re-play of Tamarindo, we speak to Carmen Rita Wong about her memoir, “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?”. She is a former CNBC television host and the founder and CEO of Malecon Productions, LLC, where she develops female-focused media and entertainment. Her memoir is now available on paperback and it’s a fantastic read!

Through our conversation that centers around her memoir, we talk about themes present in many of our family stories, from racism to cultural erasure and the role of family secrets. Carmen talks about how often our adult lives are spent healing, breaking cycles, and reconnecting with ourselves as a result of toxic family upbringings.

We also take a moment to acknowledge and denounce the vile anti-black and anti-indigenous audio leak from L.A city council members and speak to what we hope this moment can bring in the form of activism and healing.

Links Referenced on this Episode:

Encuentro: A retreat for podcasters and cultural creators

I want to invite you to a fantastic retreat to Puebla Mexico! This is happening February 15 - 19, 2024 and I am co-hosting this with Delsy Sandoval, the creator of the Ocu-pasión podcast. We are calling this Encuentro: A creative retreat for podcasters and/or cultural creators.

Right now, we are accepting applications of interest for folks that would like to be a part of this transformative creative retreat. You can find all the details at www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro

Free Bask and Being Stress Relief Sessions

Looking for stress relief and wellness coaching for you or your team? Sign up for one of our free, 45-minute workshops THIS MONTH that teach work-friendly mental health and stress relief tools. Sign up for a slot www.baskandbeing.com/free-demo/!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-Play: Writing as Activism with Dr. Ana Castillo Aug 23, 2023

Tamarindo is still on summer break and this week we are revisiting our conversation with Dr. Ana Castillo.

But first, we want to invite you to: Encuentro: A retreat for podcasters & cultural creators.

Join Brenda and retreat co-host, Delsy Sandoval in Puebla, Mexico February 15 - 19, 2024 for an unforgettable journey of empowerment, creativity, and cultural celebration. More than a retreat, this is an invitation to be part of a transformative experience intended to have a lasting impact on your life, work, and passions. We’re currently accepting interest forms, due August 31, 2023. Get all the details here: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro

Writing when no one is telling our stories is a form of activism and bearing witness to our experiences. On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk to icon and writer, Dr. Ana Castillo, about why she writes, the evolution of her identity, and her latest book of poems, “My Book of the Dead” which is now available.

We also discuss what we hope for the future of our community, while we also pay homage to Latinx writers we lost this last year including Rudy Anaya who wrote the celebrated “Bless Me, Ultima” and Miguel Algarín, co-founder of the Nuyorican Poets Café.

Dr.Ana Castillo is a celebrated author of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama. Among her award-winning books are ”So Far from God,” “The Mixquiahuala Letters,” and “Massacre of the Dreamers: Essays on Xicanisma.” Born and raised in Chicago, Castillo now resides in southern New Mexico.

Stick around for a fun game called “Have you ever…” that y’all can join in on!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-play: Discovering Your Energy Chupacabras Aug 20, 2023

This week, we are revisiting our Tamarindo favorite! This first aired fall 2019, so you’ll hear us talk about the Democratic debates...ah...remember when the only pandemic we had to worry about was Tr*mp?

We learn why stress is not ALL bad but why it’s also more harmful than we think. We recognize that many of the stressors BIPOC folks face, like financial stress or discrimination, are not ones we can easily change without policy changes. That said, there are a few things we can do to start changing our relationship with stress like changing our mindset and discovering our #energychupacabras and what to do about them. We include a technique used by the stress management company that Ana Sheila co-founded, @Baskandbeing.

Speaking of stress, I want to invite you to a fantastic retreat to Puebla Mexico! This is happening February 15 - 19, 2024 and I am co-hosting this with Delsy Sandoval, the creator of the Ocu-pasion podcast.

We are calling this Encuentro: A creative retreat for podcasters and/or cultural creators.

Right now, we are accepting applications of interest for folks that would like to be a part of this transformative creative retreat. You can find all the details at www.tamarindopodcast.com/encuentro

Free Bask and Being Stress Relief Sessions

Looking for stress relief and wellness coaching for you or your team? Sign up for one of our free, 45-minute workshops THIS MONTH that teach work-friendly mental health and stress relief tools. Sign up for a slot www.baskandbeing.com/free-demo/!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-play: Dani Fernandez Welcomes Us to the Nerd Universe Aug 09, 2023

This week, we are revisiting our episode with Dani Fernandez who has been making waves lately with her nuanced and thoughtful posts and interviews about the writer and actor strikes. Dani is an LA based writer and actress that we adore. She wrote in the best-selling book The Good Immigrant USA and has hosted for E! News, Nerdist, CW, and Disney. She can be seen in animated form, playing herself, in Disney’s Ralph Breaks the Internet. Learn how Dani is making the nerd space more welcoming for people of color, and how she delights us with her bold tweets centered on mental health and representation.

More about our guest: Dani Fernandez recently appeared in multiple episodes of Syfy's “The Great Debate" and wrote on the upcoming CW show "The Girls on the Bus”, The Netflix show "Incarnate", as well as the HBO Max show “MORE”. She also sold a half-hour comedy pilot based on her life, "1% Happy" to HBO Max. In January she hosted the first annual Critics Choice Super Awards on the CW.

Follow Dani Fernandez: @msdanifernandez

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Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-Play: Pleasure as a Right with Sex Therapist Dr. Janet Brito Aug 03, 2023

Tamarindo is still on summer break and this week we are revisiting our talk all about sex with sex therapist Dr. Janet Brito.

Dr. Janet Brito is a nationally certified Latinx sex therapist, supervisor, speaker, and trainer. Currently based in Honolulu, Hawaii, she is the founder of the Hawaii Center for Sexual and Relationship Health and The Sexual Health School. She’s been featured in Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, Playboy, Healthline, Women’s Health Magazine,Thrive Global, and Bustle.

Together we talk about what's often behind the unhealthy relationships we have with sex and why pleasure is our right and an important part of our liberation. Then, Dr. Janet Brito answers all the questions submitted by you!

Ana Sheila mentions Adrienne Maree Brown’s book Pleasure Activism and quotes a part of her interview from the podcast Pleasure Activism- Change that Nourishes You.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-Play: Whose Economy? OUR Economy Jul 12, 2023

This week on the pod, we're revisiting our talk with Dr. Manuel Pastor about how we can build a better economy centered on people, equity, and mutuality.

Dr. Pastor talks to us about his book, “Solidarity Economics:Why Mutuality and Movements Matter” which he co-authored with Dr. Chris Benner. Here is what Angela Glover Blackwell, Founder of PolicyLink, has to say about this book.

“In this powerful blueprint for an equitable future, Manuel Pastor and Chris Benner provide a bold critique of conventional wisdom about who owns the economy.

They challenge us to radically imagine how we can design OUR economy to be fully inclusive and guided by the principles of mutuality and solidarity, ensuring that we put people first.”

Dr. Pastor ‘s research generally focuses on issues of the economic, environmental and social conditions facing low-income urban communities – and the social movements seeking to change those realities. You can learn about him and about Solidarity Economics here: https://solidarityeconomics.org/

Tamarindo Events

We’re on summer break, so this is the perfect time to catch up on all our episodes wherever you listen AND if you're in L.A and want to catch us in person you can join us for a FREE COMMUNITY HIKE on Thursday July 18th. Details for upcoming events are at tamarindopodcast.com/events

Join us for Money Chisme, July 20th at 7pm in Highland Park

"Money Chisme", a safe and inclusive space to talk money and get a money mindset reset with our favorite money coach, Charly Stoever (they/them). Charly is a formerly undocumented digital nomad helping first gen clients embody their millionaire selves. They are the host of the Unicorn Millionaire podcast and you can learn more about them here: unicornmillionaire.com

Registration is "pay-what-you-can" and your contribution helps us keep bringing fun and informative conversations centered on community empowerment. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/money-chisme-con-tamarindo-tickets-654572362557?aff=tamsite

Check out Studio Luna’s “Talking while Fcked” Story telling series every month in Boyle Heights in Los Angeles. The next live session on July 20th will feature Ana Sheila telling a story on the theme “Mouthful”. Tickets: https://holastudioluna.mykajabi.com/twf-mouthful

Free Bask and Being Stress Relief Sessions

Looking for stress relief and wellness coaching for you or your team? Sign up for one of our free, 45-minute workshops THIS MONTH that teach work-friendly mental health and stress relief tools. Sign up for a slot www.baskandbeing.com/free-demo/!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Replay: Author Erika L. Sánchez on Tamarindo Jul 05, 2023

This is a replay of our episode with author Erika Sanchez discussing her memoir Crying in the Bathroom. The book is now available on paperback.

Erika Sanchez is a Mexican-American poet, novelist, and essayist. She is the author of the New York Times Best Seller “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter,” currently being developed for film by America Ferrera.

We’re on summer break, so this is the perfect time to catch up on all our episodes wherever you listen AND if you're in L.A and want to catch us in person you can join us for a community hike on Thursday July 18th (note this is date change from what you hear on the episode) or come to Money Chisme, a money mindset reset and mixer on July 20th at 7pm at the Pop-Hop. Details for upcoming events are at tamarindopodcast.com/events.

Tamarindo Events

Check out Studio Luna’s “Talking while Fcked” Story telling series every month in Boyle Heights in Los Angeles. The next live session will feature Ana Sheila telling a story on the theme “Mouthful”. Get your tickets here!

Join us for Money Chisme, July 20th at 7pm in Highland Park

"Money Chisme", a safe and inclusive space to talk money and get a money mindset reset with our favorite money coach, Charly Stoever (they/them). Charly is a formerly undocumented digital nomad helping first gen clients embody their millionaire selves. They are the host of the Unicorn Millionaire podcast and you can learn more about them here: unicornmillionaire.com

Registration is "pay-what-you-can" and your contribution helps us keep bringing fun and informative conversations centered on community empowerment. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/money-chisme-con-tamarindo-tickets-654572362557?aff=tamsite

Free Bask and Being Stress Relief Sessions

Looking for stress relief and wellness coaching for you or your team? Sign up for one of our free, 45-minute workshops THIS MONTH that teach work-friendly mental health and stress relief tools. Sign up for a slot www.baskandbeing.com/free-demo/!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Comedian Sasha Merci on Reconnection and Recalibration Jun 28, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we are joined by Dominican comedian, actress, and writer Sasha Merci. You can catch her on Mitú podcast Three G’s in a Pod, in the movie Righteous Thieves, and if you’re in LA at a comedy venue near you.

We talk about what it's like living somewhere where you don't have representation aka being Dominican in LA, building community, and the perils of social media. It's a conversation about recalibration, reconnection with self, and redefining what success and happiness look like for you when you truly start to listen to yourself.

Events referenced in this episode:

Check out Studio Luna’s “Talking while Fcked” Story telling series every month in Boyle Heights in Los Angeles. The next live session will feature Ana Sheila telling a story on the theme “Mouthful”. Get your tickets here!

Join us for Money Chisme, July 20th at 7pm in Highland Park

"Money Chisme", a safe and inclusive space to talk money and get a money mindset reset with our favorite money coach, Charly Stoever (they/them). Charly is a formerly undocumented digital nomad helping first gen clients embody their millionaire selves. They are the host of the Unicorn Millionaire podcast and you can learn more about them here: unicornmillionaire.com

Registration is "pay-what-you-can" and your contribution helps us keep bringing fun and informative conversations centered on community empowerment. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/money-chisme-con-tamarindo-tickets-654572362557?aff=tamsite

Free Bask and Being Stress Relief Sessions

Looking for stress relief and wellness coaching for you or your team? Sign up for one of our free, 45-minute workshops THIS MONTH that teach work-friendly mental health and stress relief tools. Sign up for a slot www.baskandbeing.com/free-demo/!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Latine Representation with our Friends at mitú Jun 21, 2023

We’re visiting our friends at NGLmitú, the leading digital media and entertainment company dedicated to inspiring, elevating, and super-serving U.S. Latinos. We talk about Latine representation in media, buzz about the Flamin’ Hot Movie, and what stories we want to see more of. Plus, we learn more about mitú and their multiple brands and efforts to show authentic Latino representation.

Joining us is Vanessa Vigil, Chief Brand Officer at NGLmitú where she oversees content and audience growth strategies, across the company’s portfolio of consumer-facing brands on editorial, social, video and experiential. And Ben DeJesus, Chief Creative Office at NGLmitú, an award-winning, Emmy and Tony-nominated director/producer/writer and co-founder of NGL Studios with partner John Leguizamo.

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Join us for Money Chisme, July 20th at 7pm in Highland Park

"Money Chisme", a safe and inclusive space to talk money and get a money mindset reset with our favorite money coach, Charly Stoever (they/them). Charly is a formerly undocumented digital nomad helping first gen clients embody their millionaire selves. They are the host of the Unicorn Millionaire podcast and you can learn more about them here: unicornmillionaire.com

Registration is "pay-what-you-can" and your contribution helps us keep bringing fun and informative conversations centered on community empowerment. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/money-chisme-con-tamarindo-tickets-654572362557?aff=tamsite

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Re-Play: Money Myths and Tips with Money Coach Traveler Charly Jun 14, 2023

Tamarindo is hosting Money Chisme, a safe and inclusive space to talk money and get a money mindset reset with our favorite money coach, Charly Stoever (they/them), the host of the unicorn millionaire podcast. Join us July 20th at The Pop-Hop in Highland Park, Register for as little as $1 at tamarindopodcast.com/events.

Thank you to our event hosts, The Pop-Hop, an independent bookshop and creative learning space that amplifies marginalized voices, supports community growth, and empowers collective good works to build a healthier, more equitable neighborhood

We are replaying this episode where Ana Sheila and Charly address possibly our most toxic relationship: the one we have with money. Nonbinary, Latinx money coach, Charly Stover, joins to unpack whats behind this toxicity and how we can transform our relationship with money and wealth.

About our guest: Charly Stoever is a nonbinary latinx money coach helping their first gen clients become millionaires. They're a formerly undocumented Mexican American and ex stock broker who is dedicated to helping their community build wealth. This is their mission because when we have all the money Elon Musk has, we'll be saving the planet instead of building rocket ships to escape it. They are

This episode of Tamarindo features music from the band Making Movies from theiralbum XOPA Learn more about them: https://www.makingmovies.world/about

MItu’s “Spill the Chisme”

Check out Ana Sheila on the latest episode of Mitu’s Gameshow , “Spill the Chisme”

Happy Pride month! Ana Sheila will be leading a session at “The Power of Queer Joy - A multi-sensory experience to induce joy for LGBTQ” hosted by Babes Of Wellness. This event is happening on Jun 25, 2023 from 10-2pm at Babes Of Wellness in Compton, Ca.

"The Power of Queer Joy" is an event that transcends boundaries, embraces diversity, and celebrates the unabashed, unapologetic delight of the queer experience. Join us as we revel in the transformative power of somatic dance, the wonder of seed planting, the evocative voices of poetry, the nourishment of community connection, and the allure of our vibrant vendor market.

Get tickets HERE!

Free Bask and Being Stress Relief Sessions

Looking for stress relief and wellness coaching for you or your team? Sign up for one of our free, 45-minute workshops THIS MONTH that teach work-friendly mental health and stress relief tools. Sign up for a slot www.baskandbeing.com/free-demo/!

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino discuss politics, culture, and self-development. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Josie Melendez and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Alicia Garza on Movement Building Jun 07, 2023

Alicia Garza is an author, political strategist and freedom dreamer that believes that Black communities deserve what all communities deserve — to be powerful in every aspect of their lives. An innovator, strategist, organizer, and cheeseburger enthusiast, Alicia founded the Black Futures Lab to make Black communities powerful in politics. She is the co-creator of #BlackLivesMatter and the Black Lives Matter Global Network, the Strategy & Partnerships Director for the National Domestic Workers Alliance, and the co-founder of Supermajority, She shares her thoughts on politics and pop culture on her podcast, Lady Don’t Take No. Alicia warns you: hashtags don’t start movements — people do. We have a delightful conversation on movement building and the important role that joys plays in keeping our spirits healthy while we move in the fight for equity.

Events referenced in this episode:

MItu’s “Spill the Chisme”

Check out Ana Sheila on the latest episode of Mitu’s Gameshow , “Spill the Chisme”

Happy Pride month! Ana Sheila will be leading a session at “The Power of Queer Joy - A multi-sensory experience to induce joy for LGBTQ” hosted by Babes Of Wellness. This event is happening on Jun 25, 2023 from 10-2pm at Babes Of Wellness in Compton, Ca.

"The Power of Queer Joy" is an event that transcends boundaries, embraces diversity, and celebrates the unabashed, unapologetic delight of the queer experience. Join us as we revel in the transformative power of somatic dance, the wonder of seed planting, the evocative voices of poetry, the nourishment of community connection, and the allure of our vibrant vendor market.

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Our Immigrant Superpower Jun 01, 2023

To kick off Immigrant Heritage Month, Brend and Ana Sheila speak to two immigrant leaders that are working to build a more inclusive community.

First, we speak to Saadia Khan, a storyteller, human rights activist, and social entrepreneur. She is the founder and host of the award-winning podcast and digital platform, Immigrantly, which challenges simplistic narratives around the immigrant experience. Saadia is also the co-producer and co-host of the Invisible Hate podcast, an ethical true crime podcast. Saadia has worked with organizations like Human Rights First, UN Women, and other UN entities, advocating for women's rights and justice. Her passion for storytelling extends to her written work, as she contributes to publications like Yes! Magazine, the Brown Girl Magazine, the Globe Post & Medium.

Next, we speak to Leydy Rangel, Communications Director at UFW Foundation, a non-profit that empowers and advocates for immigrants and farm workers. Leydy moved to the U.S. in 2004, grew up as an undocumented immigrant and has been

protected from deportation as a DACA recipient since 2013. By utilizing strategic

communications, she passionately advocates for both worker’s rights and pro-

immigrant federal policies, while incorporating her personal experience as an

undocumented person into her work. In 2021, she and five other DACA recipients

met with President Biden in the Oval Office to discuss immigration.

References

Read about farmworkers experiencing hunger: https://www.ppic.org/blog/californias-farmworkers-and-their-children-are-vulnerable-to-food-insecurity/
Support UFW Foundation: https://www.ufwfoundation.org/
Listen to Immigrantly: https://immigrantlypod.com/
Learn about trans prom
https://www.teenvogue.com/story/inside-the-trans-youth-prom-in-washington-dc
Learn more about money coach Charly: https://www.travelercharly.com/
Take Brenda’s class: https://heartbeathouse.net/classes-schedule/

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Cultural Expression Activism with Danyeli Rodriguez Del Orbe May 24, 2023

Danyeli Rodriguez Del Orbe

On this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to Danyeli Rodriguez Del Orbe, a poet, spoken word artist and cultural expression activist from the Dominican Republic raised in The Bronx. In her writing, she explores womanhood/ gender, love, and migration, and in this beautiful interview, we touch on all those topics and more. During the conversation we talk about the latest immigration policy developments and how they are affecting specifically black migrants. Please check out the Haitian Bridge Alliance if you’d like to get involved.

We honor Mental Health awareness month by speaking to what it meant to be well, sharing an exercise you can do when you’re caught in an anxiety spiral, and Danyeli shares her personal process of going through deep depression and coming out on the other side.

Danyeli’s work has been featured by the Bronx Museum of Arts, Museum of African Diaspora (MoAD), People en Español, NPR, and more. She was a recipient of the Define American Immigrant Artist Fellowship and Grant for an upcoming film project on Dominican migration.

NOTE: Since the recording of this episodes, the Dodgers apologized to the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and walked back their choice to uninvite the sisters. The sisters have graciously accepted the Dodgers apology.

Referenced on this episode:

Haitian Bridge Alliance
UC Undocumented Student Opportunity4All: https://www.labor.ucla.edu/press-advisory/hundreds-of-undocumented-students-and-allies-from-across-uc-campuses-to-hold-opportunity4all-rally/
Dodgers and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-05-19/sisters-of-perpetual-indulgence-dodgers-pride-night
https://19thnews.org/2023/05/hollywood-writers-strike-diverse-stories-tv-film/

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Poet Yesika Salgado on Community and Spirituality in Writing May 17, 2023

On this episode we are joined by Yesika Salgado, a Los Angeles based Salvadoran poet who writes about her family, her culture, her city, and her fat body.

We talk about the importance of community spaces of all kinds, why she rides so hard for her native L.A, and deep dive into creative expression - from breaking through blocks to the spirituality behind it all.

Salgado is a two time National Poetry Slam finalist and the recipient of the 2020 International Latino Book Award in Poetry.Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Teen Vogue, Univision, CNN, NPR, and many other platforms. She is an internationally recognized body-positive advocate, writer of the column Suelta for Remezcla and contributor to refinery29’s Latine platform Somos.

Yesika is the author of the best-sellers Corazón, Tesoro, and Hermosa, published with Not a Cult.

During the episode we mention Compton Community Garden and Plant Chica, two BIPOC community spaces that are facing displacement in the LA area. We invite you to check them out and donate.

We also highlight another longtime L.A community space Da Poetry Lounge and founder Shihan Van Klief.

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Fearlessly Funny May 10, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, you’ll first hear Brenda and Ana Sheila reflect on the concept of fearlessness, the price of authenticity, and what they most admire about standup comics.

We mention Women Crush Wednesdays at the Ford this summer happening August 9th. Get your tickets today: https://www.theford.com/events/performances/2555/2023-08-09/comedy-under-the-stars-women-crush-wednesdays

Christina Catherine Martinez is a writer, actor, award-winning art critic, and comedian living in Los Angeles. She’s been named both a Comedian You Should Know by Vulture and a Comic to Watch by TimeOutLA in 2020, and is a 2018 recipient of the Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant.

Ingrid Cruz is a freelance writer, director, and comedian from El Salvador and raised in the US. She currently lives and works in Buenos Aires, Argentina. You can read Ingrid's work at Latina Media Co., Refinery29, and BusinessInsider.

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Exploring Intergenerational Trauma with Dr. Mariel Buqué May 03, 2023

On this episode we speak to Dr. Mariel Buqué, a Dominican psychologist, intergenerational trauma expert, and the author of "Break the Cycle," a book that focuses on healing wounds of intergenerational trauma. She has been featured on major media outlets, including The Today Show, CNN, The Real, and ABC News.

Dr. Buqué helps us explore intergenerational trauma from a Latine perspective. We talk about what it is, how we can recognize it, why it’s so difficult to break cycles of trauma, and how we can start to heal. Healing from intergenerational trauma is not just about us; it’s about our communities, and the positive ripple effect we can leave for future generations.

You can follow Dr. Mariel Buqué’s work here and pre-order her book ‘Break the Cycle’ here.

Please note that Brenda makes reference to an NBC article, but the correct source is ABC News in an article that has since been updated regarding the Cleveland Texas shooting.

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Does Therapy Speak Go En la Basura? Apr 26, 2023

On this episode we talk about “Therapy Speak”, or the popularity of clinical terms entering our everyday conversations. We speak to licensed mental health therapist, Rosa Shetty, the host of the Inner Healing Paths Podcast, as we explore both the pitfalls and the opportunities of the prevalence of Therapy Speak.

Joining Brenda as a special guest co-host is Aurea Bolaños Perea, with COLOR, Colorado Organization for Latina Opportunity and Reproductive Rights. Learn more about COLOR:https://www.colorlatina.org/ and follow Aurea on instagram: @aurea_bp

Ana Sheila will be back next week.

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Re-play: Telling Our Stories with Linda Yvette Chávez Apr 19, 2023

On this replay episode, we speak with writer and director Linda Yvette Chávez. She is the writer and creator of the Netflix show and community favorite, Gentefied. She also wrote the Eva Longoria directed film Flamin' Hot that recently premiered at SXSW and is set to release on Hulu and Disney+ on June 9th.

We have a beautiful conversation about her inspiring and powerful journey from first generation hija of Mexican immigrants to creating her own Netflix show, Gentefied, and how she’s learned to fall in love with herself along the way.

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Re-play: Children's Books as a Movement with Con Todo Press Apr 12, 2023

On this replay episode, we speak to Con Todo Press founder, Naibe Reynoso who shares how the 2016 election inspired her to shift from a career in on air journalism to create Con Todo Press and counter the misrepresentation of Latinos in the media and hostile climate for our communities that she experienced. Learn how children’s books are an important component to movement building and changing narratives.

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Tamarindo is on Spring Break! Mar 21, 2023

Tamarindo is on Spring Break! We'll be back with fresh episodes at the end of April!

This is a great time to reach out if you’d like to connect with us about partnership opportunities, guest ideas, feedback, or segment ideas! We are open to it all! Reach out to us at contact@tamarindopodcast.com. In the meantime, catch up on all the episodes you missed last season!

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Latin Music with Raul & Pili Mar 15, 2023

On this episode we talk to the duo behind Raúl, Pili, y La Musica, the Latin music podcast where Raul and Pili tap into the human side of your favorite Latin artists.

DJ Raúl Campos is a house-hold name here in Los Angeles from Power 106 to KCRW. Emmy award winning TV host and producer, Pili Montilla has made a name for herself as the "go to" host in the bilingual entertainment world. We’ll get to know a little bit about each of them and you’ll hear how their passion for Latin music and artists is contagious.

More about our guests:

PILI MONTILLA

Emmy award winning TV host and producer, as well as content creator and tastemaker, Pili Montilla has made a name for herself as the "go to" host in the bilingual entertainment world. Always immersed in the world of music, Pili created, produced and hosted the Emmy winning music show "Té Para Tres con Pili Montilla”.

DJ RAÚL CAMPOS

Los Angeles based radio host, producer and DJ Raúl Campos creates a mix of emerging artists and current favorites, from soulful grooves and fresh remixes to indie rock and Latin rhythms. From early days on Power 106FM's Power Tools to his current home at KCRW 89.9FM, he embraces a devotion to diversity.

Links mentioned on the episode:

Rual, Pili, y La Musica: https://linktr.ee/piliraulandlamusica
Article in the Nation: https://www.thenation.com/article/society/judith-heumann-work-retirement-plan/
Alice Wong’s memoir: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688504/year-of-the-tiger-by-alice-wong/
Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Sb3Ihxgpv07H82Vb89H87?si=20190d6cb6624d5a

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Johanna Toruño and The Unapologetic Street Series Mar 08, 2023

On this episode, we speak to Johanna Toruño, a Salvadoran born migrant artist & creator of The Unapologetic Street Series. Their work focuses on the importance of queer folks in the arts and storytelling through accessible art in public spaces. Something Tamarindo has in common with Johanna is how the 2016 election motivated them to build community and connect with others with similar lived experiences, especially people who are immigrants.

This is our first episode with Ana Sheila back in L.A., after living a couple of years abroad in her native Mexico. We start with a discussion on transition. Plus, we reflect on our Self-Love Con Corazon event we hosted last month.

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Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez (Replay) Mar 01, 2023

Revisit our chat with Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez, the author of the powerful book “For Brown Girls With Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts. Even if you haven’t picked up her book yet (you should), you’ll gain some great insights about the writing and publishing process, and get to learn more about what fuels Prisca’s bold and unapologetic voice that’s inspired Latina rebels all across the country.

Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez is a storyteller, public theologist, and a feminist. The bulk of her work is around making accessible, through storytelling and curating content, the theories and heavy material that is oftentimes only taught in the racist/classist institutions known as academia.

We will be back with new episodes March 8.

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Se Habla Non-English Feb 22, 2023

Tamarindo’s regular programming with Brenda and Ana Sheila is on a brief break but tune into this special Spanish language episode Ana Sheila recorded with Javier Basurto, the co-host and co-creator of Mexico City based podcast “Nadie Nos dijo”, a podcast about all the things 30-somethings wish someone had told them about adulting.

Recording in-studio in Mexico City, Ana Sheila and Javier talk about their connection as Mexicans while exploring their differences in experiences and perspectives growing up in the U.S versus Mexico on topics like gentrification, family, identity, and internalized racism.

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Diet Culture is Rooted in White Supremacy Feb 15, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about the white supramist roots of diet culture. Joining us is sociology professor and intuitive eating health coach, Dr. Hortenzia Jimenez who approaches anti-dieting from an anti-oppressive, social and racial lens. We also have Miriam Lara-Mejia the creator of Gorda Feminista, a community of over 350K, that focuses on making visible the discrimination, violence, and intolerance of fatphobia, in the Latinx community.

Before that, Ana Sheila shares her experience freezing her eggs to help her have the option of becoming a parent.

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Ian Lara and Getting Serious with Comedy Feb 08, 2023

On today’s episode we speak to Ian Lara, Dominican and Afro-Latino comedian from New York City. He recently released his first comedy special “Romantic Comedy” on HBO Max. He is also an alum of HBO Latino’s Entre Nos franchise, which spotlights the best LatinX standup talent.

You’ll hear about the role of mentors, community, family, service, and unwavering faith in building a career in comedy. You can catch Ian’s special on HBO Max and check out www.IanLaraLive.com for tour dates.

Episode Links:

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/connecticut-latino-lawmakers-propose-banning-latinx-calling-offensive-rcna68712

Join us in person for “Self-love con Corazón” an evening of conversation, workshop, and connecting! This event is on February 23 at 6:30pm in Highland Park and details can be found here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-love-con-corazon-tickets-515232162267?aff=DescriptionLink

This event is by donation for as little as $1. Funds will help with event expenses and help us continue to bring great and impactful conversations.

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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En La Brega with Alana Cassanova-Burgess Feb 01, 2023

Today, we're talking to Alana Cassanova-Burgess, co-creator, host, and producer of La Brega, the critically acclaimed and pioneering dual-language podcast about Puerto Rico. She'll tell us all about Season 2 of the podcast La Brega: The Puerto Rican Experience in Eight Songs. From the lyrical boleristas of the 1930s, to the electric salseros of the ’70s, to the reggaetoneros of today who have taken music from the margins and made it a global sensation, this season takes listeners on an exciting, richly-reported, cross-genre adventure that captures the ceaseless creativity, emotional resonance, and yes, la brega that are hallmarks of Puerto Rican music across eras and formats. Listen to La Brega right now wherever you get your podcasts.

Join us in person for “Self-love con Corazón” an evening of conversation, workshop, and connecting! This event is on February 23 at 6:30pm in Highland Park and details can be found here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-love-con-corazon-tickets-515232162267?aff=DescriptionLink

This event is by donation for as little as $1. Funds will help with event expenses and help us continue to bring great and impactful conversations.

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Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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An Immigrant Inclusive Economy Jan 25, 2023

On this episode, we first talk about Tricia Hersey’s “Rest Is Resistance”, which explores what it would be like to live in a well-rested world. Find the book here: thenapministry.com. Next, we share our immigrant stories and how the immigrant experience shapes who we are and what we do.

We then speak to two leaders that are advocating for the economic inclusion of immigrants through innovative and culturally responsive services and policies. We speak to José Quiñonez, founding CEO of Mission Asset Fund based in San Francisco, an award-winning nonprofit with innovative nationwide models for integrating financially excluded, low-income communities into the financial mainstream; and we speak with Nicole Anand, Deputy Director at Inclusive Action where she designs and implements civic processes to change the status quo. Both Nicole and José are part of the first-ever U.S. Treasury Advisory Committee on Racial Equity and we talk about why it's important to center people with lived experience when designing economic policy and beyond.

Join us in person for “Self-love con Corazón” an evening of conversation, workshop, and connecting! This event is on February 23 at 6:30pm in Highland Park and details can be found here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-love-con-corazon-tickets-515232162267?aff=DescriptionLink

This event is by donation for as little as $1. Funds will help with event expenses and help us continue to bring great and impactful conversations.

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Annie Gonzalez on Living Fully Jan 18, 2023

On this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to Chicana actress, singer, dancer and East Los Angeles native Annie Gonzalez. She starred as Lydia in the much loved Netflix show Gentefied that we believe deserved way more seasons. With exciting projects in the works, she is set to appear in Eva Longoria directed film, Flamin Hot. She shares her path to Gentefied, and how her approach to life grounded in trust, discipline, and joy has allowed her to experience growing success. You can follow her on instagram here.

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January can be a stressful period for folks as they feel pressure to catch up on a million things, meet unrealistic expectations for themselves as part of toxic energies behind phrases like “New Yeat, New me”. We share how we’re countering those energies through intentional actions and practices. We are also hosting an event dedicated to disconnecting from all those pressures and connecting with your true voice, power, and intentions for 2023. Join us in person in Highland Park on February 23 for "Self-Love con Corazón," a night of conversation, workshop, and connecting! Registration is pay-what-you-can and you can reserve your spot here!

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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New Year, Same me! Jan 11, 2023

On this first episode of 2023, we chat about what we’re carrying over into the new year from 2022, what we’re doing away with, and giving you some instant calma practices to get your new year started!

Next, we chat with our friends filmmaker Armando Ibañez and media critic Cristina Escobar about their favorite movies and shows of 2022. Cristina Escobar is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of LatinaMedia.Co, a digital publication uplifting Latina and gender non-conforming Latinx perspectives in media. A member of the Critics Choice Association and the Latino Entertainment Journalists Association, she's a Rotten-Tomatoes-approved critic who writes at the intersection of race, gender, and pop culture. Armando Ibañez is a queer filmmaker from Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico committed to portray authentic Latinx characters and address real issues impacting immigrants and LGBTQ communities in the US. He is the writer and director of the award-winning YouTube series Undocumented Tales, a story that follows the journey of a Mexican undocumented and queer server living in Los Angeles.

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Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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We are on winter break! Dec 02, 2022

Hola amiguis! Tamarindo is officially on winter break, we will be back in January but we love hearing from you, so be sure to leave a review on Spotify and Apple Podcast and take our listener survey: https://contact675925.typeform.com/to/reCekfav?typeform-source=linktr.ee

Happy Holidays everyone!

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life!

Producer Jeff provides original music and Sonoro Podcasts edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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Marcella Arguello Nov 16, 2022

On this episode we talk to Marcella Arguello, a stand up comedian, writer and actor whose comedy knows no bounds; she eagerly discusses any and every topic that tickles her. From her Latinx identity, her take on race and gender, and wild stories and situations she’s gotten herself in and out of, Marcella’s comedic voice is unmatched. This winter, Marcella has her debut half hour special dropping on HBO/Max.

Learn more about Marcella here: https://www.marcellacomedy.com/

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About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Accessing the Arts with Ocu-Pasión Nov 09, 2022

On this episode we talk to Delsy Sandoval, a Guatemalan-American licensed therapist, counselor, visual artist, community-leader, and breakthrough podcast host of the Ocu-Pasión Podcast. We talk about why accessing the arts is beneficial to us all including for healing and building community.

About Delsy Sandoval

Originally from the 818, also known as the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles - Delsy Sandoval has dedicated her career to Latin American people across the country through professional counseling and mental health programming all while simultaneously immersing herself into the art scene as a visual artist.

About Ocu-Pasiòn

The Spanish language title "Ocu-Pasión" is a play on the blending of occupation and passion as a descriptor for creative practice. Through thoughtful dialogue, guests from all walks of life are able to authentically express who they are. The podcast serves as a platform to create community among Latin American people who currently cannot engage in creative expression due to circumstance, lack of access, or fear.

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Being Enough with Christopher Rivas Nov 02, 2022

On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk to Christopher Rivas, an actor, author, podcaster, who recently released his book first book Brown Enough, part memoir and part social commentary, which explores what it means to be Brown in America.

We talk about storytelling, feeling enough in light of our intersectional identities, and antiblackness and anti-indigenous sentiments in our communities. If you want to hear more from Chris, check out his new podcast also called “Brown Enough”.

Links referenced:

https://hiddenbrain.org/podcast/a-better-way-to-worry/

About Tamarindo
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Carmen Rita Wong on Family Secrets Oct 26, 2022

On this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to Carmen Rita Wong, the author of the recent memoir, “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?”. She is a former CNBC television host and the founder and CEO of Malecon Productions, LLC, where she develops female-focused media and entertainment.

Through our conversation that centers around her memoir, we talk about themes present in many of our family stories, from racism to cultural erasure and the role of family secrets. Carmen talks about how often our adult lives are spent healing, breaking cycles, and reconnecting with ourselves as a result of toxic family upbringings.

We also take a moment to acknowledge and denounce the vile anti-black and anti-indigenous audio leak from L.A city council members and speak to what we hope this moment can bring in the form of activism and healing.

Links Referenced on this Episode:

About Tamarindo
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Revisit Our Chat with Aida Rodríguez Oct 19, 2022

On this episode of Tamarindo we revisit our chat with comedian, writer, and actor Aida Rodriguez. We love Aida for many reasons, but her thoughts on colorism in the Latino community are particularly urgent to revisit given recent news in Los Angeles where Latino leaders were at the center of racist, backroom power brokering. This episode first aired in February. Stay tuned for new episodes coming your way soon!

Aida talks about the power of comedy in overcoming adversity while sharing her experience as an outspoken Afro-indigenous woman in a field that continues to be dominated by men.

We get into the importance of staying grounded in our purpose and in connection with community as well as the need for nuance, openness, and gce in many of the conversations that are happening in the broader Latinx community around identity and representation. The wisdom, gems, unapologetic realness, and inspiration is non stop on this episode.

Check out the trailer for Aida’s standup special Fighting Words on HBO Max here and follow her on instagram and Twitter!

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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A Celebration of Inclusion Oct 12, 2022

This episode was recorded in front of a live audience during “Tamarindo Live: A Celebration of Community” at The Pop-Hop in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, where a beautiful community of Tamarindo listeners joined us. A special thanks to Producer Jeff for recording us.

About Our Guests

We start the night with an intimate and breathtaking performance by Irene Diaz, a singer-songwriter, who recently toured with Carla Morrison. She’s performed all over the U.S. captivating audiences with what NPR’s Felix Contreras calls “A sultry voice that's become more expressive with age and is seemingly without fault in any genre she sings.” Irene Diaz and Carolyn Cardoza treated us to a very special performance. Don’t miss Irene’s new album, Lovers & Friends, out now: https://irenediaz.bandcamp.com/album/lovers-friends

Next, we speak to City Councilmemberelect Elect, Eunisses Hernandez who will represent CD1 in the Los Angeles City Council starting in December. Eunisses has led campaigns, coalitions, and commissions that effectively put a check on politicians and transformed policies that were harming people in our community. She made history by beating the odds and winning against an incumbent earlier this year showing that Los Angeles is ready for a new type of leadership centered on inclusion, alternatives to incarceration, and more opportunities for families.

We also have our friend Rudy Espinoza, Executive Director of Inclusive Action, an organization with a mission is to bring people together to build strong, local economies that uplift low-income urban communities. He is an urban planner with a passion for neighborhoods, entrepreneurism, and financial empowerment.

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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GOTV with Tamarindo Oct 05, 2022

On this episode we hope to energize our listeners ahead of the midterm elections with the help from our friends, Adri Perez, an organizer, educator and danzante based in Texas, and Jiyoung Park, one of the Defenders of Justice running for Superior Court Judge in LA county.

About Our Guests

Adri Perez is a transgender, queer, first-generation immigrant whose intersectional experience fuels their passion for strategy building across multiple areas of advocacy. A life-long El Pasoan, Adri is an educator, organizer, danzante, and UTEP graduate, with over 8 years of civic engagement, reproductive justice, LGBTQIA+ community organizing, and policy justice experience in Texas. Adri led the LGBTQIA+ work at the ACLU of Texas where they advocated for the full dignity of all people to thrive, but specifically that of trans people, trans kids, and all those who love them.

Carolyn “Jiyoung” Park is a daughter of Korean immigrants and was born and raised in Los Angeles. Jiyoung currently has a private general practice which handles civil rights, labor, tenant and social impact business matters. Jiyoung worked for over six years at a public sector union as a staff attorney litigating cases on behalf of the union and union members before the State Personnel Board, Public Employee Relations Board, Office of Administrative Hearings, and in civil court. She represented union members in arbitrations and in collective bargaining. Learn more about her and The Defenders of Justice: https://thedefendersofjustice2022.com/

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Luciana Faulhaber on Filmmaking for Social Impact Sep 28, 2022

Luciana Faulhaber joins Tamarindo to discuss homelessness, mental health, and how filmmaking can play a role in narrative change.

She is a first generation Latinx Immigrant, actor, director, and podcastor. Luciana has created projects that discuss immigration, racism and homelessness and is now developing a documentary based on the hit Broadway Show Oh Calcutta! addressing the issues of women's rights and sexual liberation, the civil rights movement and equality. Born in Brazil, she is a descendant of the indigenous tribe Tupi. The first of her family to attend Graduate School she dedicated her time to combining her studies in International Development at Columbia University with her passion for filmmaking as a vehicle for shining a light on political issues with the goal of making a social impact

Keep up with her: https://www.lucianafaulhaber.com/

Check out Invisible People: https://invisiblepeople.tv/

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Babes of Wellness Sep 21, 2022

In this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to the power of belief, authenticity, and fostering inclusive community with Kat Novoa, the founder of Babes of Wellness. With a passion for uplifting and holding space for women of color, she opened the first women and queer centered wellness gym in Compton, California in 2021.

We highlight the new powerful music video and documentary by Bad Bunny and independent journalist Bianca Graulau, “El Apagón - Aquí Vive Gente”. The visual speaks to the displacement of Puerto Ricans in Puerto Rico and modern colonization practices.

We also talk about the latest atrocious pendejadas coming out of Florida where governor Desantis lured migrants from Venezuela, who have a legal claim to asylum, into flying to liberal cities, without warning to the receiving destinations.

About Our Guests

Kat Novoa

Kat Novoa is a proud queer LA-Born and raised Mexicana daughter of immigrants. Her work as a domestic violence advocate led her to her passion: Uplifting and holding space for women of color. Today she is the founder of Babes of Wellness, The first all Women's wellness gym in South LA.

Links Referenced on this Episode:

https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-lifts-suspension-journalism-teacher-daniel-pearl
https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2020/02/29/809740346/the-cruel-story-behind-the-reverse-freedom-rides
El Apagón - Aquí Vive Gente video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TCX_Aqzoo4

About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Radically Inspired by Raizado Fest Sep 14, 2022

We’re kicking off #HispanicHeritageMonth or what we prefer to call #LatinxHeritageMonth by sharing some highlights from our time at Raizado Fest by the Latinx House. Rooted in The Latinx House’s commitment to celebrating and empowering the excellence of the Latinx community, the three-day Festival was a gathering with the most thought-provoking leaders, changemakers, cultural icons, and creators in the Latinx community. Raizado Fest was designed and created by The Latinx House co-founders, activist Mónica Ramírez and producer Olga Segura. Learn more about them here: https://www.thelatinxhouse.org/

About Our Guests

Mónica Ramírez

Mónica Ramírez is an award-winning attorney, author and activist. She is the founder of Justice for Migrant Women and co-founder of Alianza Nacional de Campesinas, The Latinx House, and Poderistas.

Joe Colon-Uvalles (He, Him and Él)

Joe Colon-Uvalles is the Raíz + Latinx campaign specialist for Planned Parenthood, a community organizer, activist and fundraiser from the Texas/Mexico borderlands based in Brownsville, TX. Using the art of drag as a platform for social and cultural justice, he is better known for his dragtivist alter ego Kween Beatrix.

About Tamarindo
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Exploring a Career in Tech Aug 24, 2022

Exploring a Career in Tech
We’ve partnered with Toyota to bring you this insightful conversation full of career tips and recommendations for folks interested in a career transition or in career growth. Hear from a diverse panel of speakers working in the digital and IT space at Toyota to learn more about why they love their job and how you can join their team. You can learn more about openings at Toyota here: https://www.toyota.com/usa/careers/ttr

About our Guests

Loreal Vasquez is Senior Manager, HR People Solutions & Services at Toyota North America. She has had an extremely diverse and accomplished journey with the company and has served in a variety of roles across Toyota's Service Operations, IT and Financial Services organizations over the last 18 years. Loreal has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, holds multiple Agile certifications, and is a Project/Change Management Professional. She is an 7th generation Latina from Arizona, wife and mother to two boys and one girl.
Emily LeMay Gaitan is Senior Manager of Digital Strategy and Continuous Planning at Toyota North America. She spent over a decade working for nationally renowned consumer and B2C publishers, digital agencies and tech start-ups leading digital strategy, analytics and marketing technology initiatives. Emily started at Toyota nearly 10 years ago as an external IT consultant and officially joined Toyota as part of the company's move to Plano, Texas in 2017. Emily holds a B.A. in English Literature with a specialization in “Culture of Information” from UC Santa Barbara and an MBA in Integrated Marketing and Digital Analytics from Concordia University, Irvine and has two young children.
Tommy Walker is an avid reader, storyteller, and complex problem solver. He has 25 years of experience at Toyota and has directly supported four Chief Information Officers (CIOs) focusing on strategy, organizational change, and talent. He enjoys writing music, making up nonsense with his friends, and spending time with his two cats and 15-year-old dog Rocco.
About Tamarindo

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Tamarindo Hot Takes Aug 05, 2022

This is a bonus episode with Brenda and Ana Sheila reflecting on their Mexican heritage during this special recording in Mexico City.

We also discuss the L.A times article “Californians and other Americans are flooding Mexico City. Some locals want them to go home” and some of what may be behind the forces that push and pull USians from moving to Mexico. Read the article here: https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2022-07-27/americans-are-flooding-mexico-city-some-mexicans-want-them-to-go-home

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Erika L. Sánchez on Tamarindo Jul 27, 2022

This is a bonus episode from our live event with Erika L. Sánchez, the Mexican-American poet, novelist, and essayist. She is the author of the New York Times Best Seller “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter,” currently being developed for film by America Ferrara. In this episode, she speaks to us about her new memoir “Crying in the Bathroom” which you can order right now at xolobooks.com using our offer code TAMARINDO at checkout.

https://www.xolobooks.com/product-page/crying-in-the-bathroom-a-memoir
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Tamarindo is on Summer Break Jul 06, 2022

Tamarindo is on a short summer break! We’ll be back with new episodes.

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life!

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Career Tips with Laura Tejeda Jun 29, 2022

Today’s minisode episode is with Laura Tejeda, the host of LA TACO LIVE where she explores LA Culture, news, politics, lifestyle and FOOD! Laura joins Brenda to talk about East LA, the food scene and answering listener career questions.

We want to take a moment to address the overturn of Roe versus Wade. This decision stripped away the legal right to have a safe and legal abortion. Restricting access to comprehensive reproductive care, including abortion, threatens the health and independence of all PEOPLE. This decision could also lead to the loss of other rights. To learn more about what you can do to help, go to podvoices.help or donate to abortion providers today.

Laura is a freelance writer for L.A. TACO and she is the founder of Instagram based page @hungryineastlos which began in 2016 in efforts to challenge gentrification in East LA and raise awareness to support family owned & people of color owned businesses.tam Laura has a Masters Degree in Higher Education and works with college students particularly in Equity & Social Justice based education.You can find her work here!

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Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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The Power of Personal Stories Jun 22, 2022

On this episode we reflect on the power of personal stories. We talk to reporter Adolfo Guzman-Lopez and writer Rafael Agustín, about their recent projects that are both examples of why our narrative and voices matter.

Adolfo Guzman-Lopez is the host of “ Imperfect Paradise: The Forgotten Revolutionary” where he explores the mysterious and untimely death of Oscar Gomez, a star of the 1990s Chicano student movement. Adolfo is a correspondent for LAist where he’s covered what makes L.A. L.A. — transportation, K-12 education, municipal politics and art, and has profiled LA’s most creative visual and performing artists.

Rafael Agustín is the author of “Illegally Yours” a memoir centered on his experience being an undocumented immigrant, order it now: https://www.xolobooks.com/product-page/illegally-yours-a-memoir and use code TAMARINDO at checkout to save. He is Executive Director of the Latino Film Institute and he joins Tamarindo days after the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF), which he puts together. He was a writer on the award-winning show, Jane The Virgin and is behind many exciting projects that lift up Latinx representation in media.

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life! Check out all of our upcoming events: https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/events

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Minisode: Brenda and Ana Sheila Catch up! Jun 15, 2022

This is a short episode with Brenda and Ana Sheila catching up. We’ll be back with a full episode next week!
Are you an LGBTQ+ woman? We want to encourage you to please take the National Women’s Community Survey. It's the first national survey of its kind, designed to capture the experiences of LGBTQ+ women, especially Latinx, Black, Indigenous people, and folx of color. Visit www.lgbtqwomensurvey.org and get started today

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Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Money Myths and Tips with Money Coach Traveler Charly Jun 08, 2022

In this episode we address possibly our most toxic relationship: the one we have with money. Nonbinary, Latinx money coach, Charly Stover, joins to unpack whats behind this toxicity and how we can transform our relationship with money and wealth.

In honor of pride month, Charly and Ana Sheila also take some time for some fun Q&A.

We acknowledge that this is a special pride season after two years of pandemic life and given the increased rhetoric and legislation against our trans and queer community. We hope you all keep community close in this vulnerable time!

About our guest: Charly Stoever is a nonbinary latinx money coach helping their first gen clients become millionaires. They're a formerly undocumented Mexican American and ex stock broker who is dedicated to helping their community build wealth. This is their mission because when we have all the money Elon Musk has, we'll be saving the planet instead of building rocket ships to escape it. They are

Are you an LGBTQ+ woman? We want to encourage you to please take the National Women’s Community Survey. It's the first national survey of its kind, designed to capture the experiences of LGBTQ+ women, especially Latinx, Black, Indigenous people, and folx of color. Visit www.lgbtqwomensurvey.org and get started today.

This episode of Tamarindo features music from the band Making Movies from their new album XOPA coming out June 17th. Learn more about them: https://www.makingmovies.world/about

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/travelercharly/

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A Latinx Lens to Media & Culture Jun 01, 2022

On this crossover episode the hosts of Latinx Lens join Tamarindo to talk about media representation, the SNL “Peek-A-Pico” skit, and how we found our voice as Latina-led podcasts.

We start the conversation with an acknowledgement of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas and we send our deepest condolences to the families facing the unimaginable pain of losing a loved one to this country’s mass shooting problem.

Are you an LGBTQ+ woman? We want to encourage you to please take the National Women’s Community Survey. It's the first national survey of its kind, designed to capture the experiences of LGBTQ+ women, especially Latinx, Black, Indigenous people, and folx of color. Visit www.lgbtqwomensurvey.org and get started today.

About our guests: Catherine Gonzales and Rosa Parra are the co-founders and co-hosts of the Latinx Lens podcast, dedicated to highlighting Latino representation and contribution in film and television, as well as reviewing an array of films all through their unique Latina lens. They’re both Cherry Picks & Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critics. Rosa is based in Los Angeles, CA and Catherine in Austin, TX.

This episode of Tamarindo features music from the band Making Movies from their new album XOPA coming out June 17th. Learn more about them: https://www.makingmovies.world/about

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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A little more about our guests:

Rosa is a Chicana Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critic, co-founder and co-host of Latinx Lens. She is a member of the Hollywood Critics Association, The Online Association of Female Film Critics and Latino Entertainment Journalists Association and advocates for representation, diversity and inclusion.

Catherine graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor’s degree in Radio-Television-Film in 2012. She works in the local Austin film industry by day and is the co-founder and co-host of the Latinx Lens podcast. She is a member of the Hollywood Critics Association, The Online Association of Female Film Critics and is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved film and television critic.

Social Handles:

Instagram:

www.instagram.com/rosaparra2018

www.instagram.com/thingscatloves

www.instagram.com/latinxlens

Twitter:

www.twitter.com/rosasreviews

www.twitter.com/thingscatloves

www.twitter.com/latinxlens

Latinx Lens website:

www.latinxlens.com

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Vico Ortiz May 18, 2022

Latine/x, non-binary actor/activist, Vico Ortiz, continues to break barriers in a new lead role opposite Academy Award winner Taika Waititi, Rhys Darby, Fred Armisen, Leslie Jones, Rory Kinnear and Samson Kayo among many others. Vico talks to us about the need for more non-binary characters in media and why it matters.

Vico wants young queers and people around the globe to see characters on screen that are relatable no matter their background, their sexual orientation or gender identity. Their passion is to educate society on gender, inclusive language, and join the stream of voices within the entertainment industry that is constantly pushing and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and their positive portrayals in the media.

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Get in, We're Protecting Abortion Rights! May 11, 2022

We reflect on the current state of reproductive justice, how we can do more to change narratives around reproductive care, and we also explore how to break generational cycles that can be harmful while still celebrating generational resilience.
We checkin with Amanda Matos, Senior Director of Constituency Campaigns with Planned Parenthood. Join the May 14 rally:https://www.plannedparenthoodaction.org/rightfully-ours/bans-off-our-bodies

Our guests on this panel podcast are:

Betsy Aimee Cardenas

Betsy Aimee Cardenas is a purpose-driven, entrepreneur, producer, writer and creative marketing expert. Before launching her digital agency Born in June Creative, Cardenas spent almost a decade working as an advocate for women and girls, with a specific emphasis on achieving gender equality through education and empowerment and combating gender discrimination.

Cynthia Guitierrez (she/ella)

Cynthia Gutierrez is an award winning first-generation Nicaraguan Salvadoran reproductive justice organizer, doula, cultural strategist and public speaker.She is currently the program manager for the University of California San Francisco Hub of Positive Reproductive and Sexual Health (HIVE) and Team Lily programs. She is on the Board of Directors for ACCESS Reproductive Justice and the California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom.

Register for our Book Club chat with Author Erika Sanchez, July 21 at 12pm PT

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Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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News Media y Nosotros May 04, 2022

On this episode, we are joined by Gabriela Fresquez, a Mexican-American hyphenated: actor, writer, television host and stand up comedian. Most recently, she wrote, produced and hosted Telemundo’s first-of-its-kind English language news show, Radar, with the tagline, “Not Your Abuela’s News Show.”

We talk about the evolving world of News Media generally, but especially when it comes to speaking to younger generations and the difficult task of connecting with broad Latinx communities that we always say, are NOT a monolith.

It’s a great conversation that talks about nuance, the use of humor and connection in sharing information, and what we’re hopeful about when it comes to our and future generations.

You can find Gabriela Fresquez on Instagram and Twitter and watch her show Radar on Youtube!

Lastly, before we get into our interview, we acknowledge the heartbreaking leaked brief that indicated that the SCOTUS is looking to roll back Roe v. Wade. We will be discussing this in a future episode but had to address the pain and anger we are all collectively feeling right now.

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!

Brenda and Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo on Tamarindo Apr 20, 2022

This week on Tamarindo, Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo from The Super Secret Bestie Club join the show for this special crossover episode. You’ll get to hear us talk about friendship, who we were in middle school, and learn more about The Super Secret Bestie club, another great podcast from Sonoro Media.

We also announce a special perk for Tamarindo Podcast listeners. We know you all love to read and that you are mindful about where you spend your dollars. So if you want to support a Latina-owned, independent, online book store dedicated to intersectional and anticolonialist stories, now you can by shopping at xolobooks.com and using the code TAMARINDO to get 10% off your purchase.

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Pleasure as a Right with Sex Therapist Dr. Janet Brito Apr 13, 2022

On this episode of Tamarindo, we are talking all about sex.

We are joined by Dr. Janet Brito, a nationally certified Latinx sex therapist, supervisor, speaker, and trainer. Currently based in Honolulu, Hawaii, she is the founder of the Hawaii Center for Sexual and Relationship Health and The Sexual Health School. She’s been featured in Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, Playboy, Healthline, Women’s Health Magazine,Thrive Global, and Bustle.

Together we talk about what's often behind the unhealthy relationships we have with sex and why pleasure is our right and an important part of our liberation. Then, Dr. Janet Brito answers all the questions submitted by you! Follow Dr. Brito here.

Ana Sheila mentions Adrienne Maree Brown’s book Pleasure Activism and quotes a part of her interview from the podcast Pleasure Activism- Change that Nourishes You.

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Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez Apr 06, 2022

On this episode, Brenda and Ana Sheila catch up after a brief break. Then, you'll hear Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez speak about her phenomenal book, “For Brown Girls: With Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts.”

Even if you haven’t picked up her book, you’ll gain some great insights about the writing and publishing process, and get to learn more about what fuels Prisca’s bold and unapologetic voice that’s inspired Latina rebels all across the country.

Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez is a storyteller, public theologist, and a feminist. The bulk of her work is around making accessible, through storytelling and curating content, the theories and heavy material that is oftentimes only taught in the racist/classist institutions known as academia.

Use promo code TAMARINDO and order a copy of her book at our favorite Latina-owned book store: https://www.xolobooks.com/

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LA Taco Live with Laura, Ana Sheila, and Brenda Mar 30, 2022

On this episode, you’ll hear Brenda and Ana Sheila as guests of L.A. Taco Live with Laura, a popular YouTube show from LA’s best online publication. Laura interviewed us and we reflected on Women’s History Month and our favorite taco spots, plus so much more. Laura is an educator and reporter with L.A. Taco, and you can follow her on IG at @hungryineastlos

Don’t miss L.A. TACO Live with Laura every Thursday on Youtube.com/LATACO

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How to Get What You Want with Kathy Cano-Murillo Mar 16, 2022

Today, we speak to Kathy Cano Murillo, the full-time creativepreneur and author also known as Crafty Chica. She has been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, Buzzfeed and more. Kathy shares nuggets helpful to anyone ranging from how to recover from rejection, how to actually practice self love, how to be always ready for opportunities, and ultimately how the best thing you can do to get what you want is to start from where you are. You’re gonna want to take notes for this one.

Kathy has a new book out called Crafty Chica Creates celebrating 20 years of her brand. You can follow her IG and TikTok @craftychica - as well as her website, CraftyChica.com.

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Whose Economy? OUR Economy Mar 09, 2022

This week on the pod, we talk to Dr. Manuel Pastor about how we can build a better economy centered on people, equity, and mutuality.

Dr. Pastor talks to us about his latest book, “Solidarity Economics:Why Mutuality and Movements Matter” which he co-authored with Dr. Chris Benner. Here is what Angela Glover Blackwell, Founder of PolicyLink, has to say about this book.

“In this powerful blueprint for an equitable future, Manuel Pastor and Chris Benner provide a bold critique of conventional wisdom about who owns the economy.

They challenge us to radically imagine how we can design OUR economy to be fully inclusive and guided by the principles of mutuality and solidarity, ensuring that we put people first.”

Dr. Pastor ‘s research generally focuses on issues of the economic, environmental and social conditions facing low-income urban communities – and the social movements seeking to change those realities. You can learn about him and about Solidarity Economics here: https://solidarityeconomics.org/

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Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life!

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Protect Trans Kids Now and Always (Re-release) Mar 02, 2022

In light of continued attacks on the rights of trans people, we are revisiting our episode with Lizette Trujillo, a parent and advocate for LGBTQ+ lives. Her son Daniel has been speaking out, including recently in Arizona and Texas, to advocate for the rights of all kids, including trans kids.

We’re so inspired by him and all those standing up to hateful legislation, including a Texas legislation that aims to criminalize gender affirming healthcare for children: https://www.hrw.org/news/2022/02/25/texas-officials-threaten-transgender-children-and-families

On this episode, Lizette shares how raising her trans son has changed her life and how leading with love made her into the fierce advocate and activist she is today. This powerful conversation happens as hundreds of heartbreaking anti trans bills are being passed across the country and our trans community are being denied basic human rights. We hope this conversation inspires you to open your hearts and get more involved in supporting our trans community. You can learn more about the importance of allyship on Lizette's podcast "I Stand by You with Lizette and Drew".

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Zahra Noorbakhsh on Getting to Be Funny Feb 23, 2022

Today, we are talking to Zahra Noorbakhsh, a Femisnit, Muslim, and Iranian American comic that we love! She’s a brilliant educator that has an on-going standup and storytelling workshop that always sells out and that you all need to checkout.

Zahra’s work is empowering, especially to those who want to sharpen their comedy writing and performing, even when society is bombarding us with messages that we are not enough. Working with Zahra is THERAPEUTIC, you’ll soon hear why. Look out for Zahra later this year with her very own Comedy Special and keep up with her at zahracomedy.com.

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Sign up for Brenda’s workout class starting Mach 7. Details are at tamarindopodcast.com/workout

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Infertility in the Latinx Community Feb 16, 2022

On today’s episode we are joined by Jasmine Higgins, the queer Latina behind the award winning podcast Infertilidad Latina. Infertilidad Latina was born out of Jasmine’s heartbreaking and overwhelming journey to expand her family. We talk about misconceptions around infertility which affects 1 in 8 women and is defined as not being able to conceive after one year. Jasmine also shares about what family expansion looks like for LGBTQ+ families and why that led her to kick off supporting these communities through a family planner and 1:1 support. Ana Sheila also mentions her visit to a fertility clinic in Mexico called Centro de Fertilidad.

Ultimately, we want to ground this conversation in the belief that a family is whatever you define it as and that deciding to expand or not expand a family is a very personal and sometimes difficult decision and process. As always, visibility and representation is so important.

Jasmine mentions Resolve.org and Cade foundation in addition to her podcast Infertilidad Latina as great resources for anyone struggling with fertility. You can follow Jasmine at @infertilidadlatina and @lgbtqfamilyplanner.

We also mention our upcoming workshop ”Step into Your Voice and Power” happening March 1, at 6pm PT, details and registration is here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/step-into-your-voice-power-tickets-256833876037

Brenda mentions this LA Times article: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-02-11/an-effort-to-scale-back-california-three-strikes-law-for-juveniles-stalls-legislature

CORRECTION: Irene Diaz's show is on Feb 18th, check it out: https://www.irenediazofficial.com/shows

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Taco Literacy with Dr. Steven Alvarez Feb 09, 2022

We talk to probably one of the coolest English professors on the planet, Dr. Steven Alvarez. He created a course and platform called “Taco Literacy” where he explores Mexican foodways and what these foodways can teach us about American history and migration. He’s also an author, a poet, and a musician. Learn more about his journey from a small town in Arizona to going viral on Vice for his work with Taco Literacy. Learn more about him and his work tacoliteracy.com and on this episode.

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Aida Rodriguez on Identity, Family, and Comedy Feb 02, 2022

On this episode of Tamarindo we speak to comedian, writer, and actor Aida Rodriguez. With her own HBO MAX comedy special and upcoming TV series, Aida is taking the comedy world by storm and we love to see it!

Aida talks about the power of comedy in overcoming adversity while sharing her experience as an outspoken Afro-indigenous woman in a field that continues to be dominated by men.

We get into the importance of staying grounded in our purpose and in connection with community as well as the need for nuance, openness, and gce in many of the conversations that are happening in the broader Latinx community around identity and representation. The wisdom, gems, unapologetic realness, and inspiration is non stop on this episode.

Check out the trailer for Aida’s standup special Fighting Words on HBO Max here and follow her on instagram and Twitter!

This episode is sponsored by Alma Explores who has a special opportunity just for Tamarindo Podcast listeners. Alma is opening up registration to her upcoming trip happening May 2-9 in Loreto, Mexico in Baja. This fully curated camping and hayaking trip will be amazing, registerger here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/kayaking-the-loreto-coastline-and-islands-alma-lopez-loreto-24457634

We also mention our upcoming workshop”Step into Your Voice and Power” happening March 1, at 6pm PT, details and registration is here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/step-into-your-voice-power-tickets-256833876037

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SCOTUS Chisme with Radio Cachimbona Founder Yvette Borja Jan 26, 2022

Today, we are talking to Yvette Borja, the founder, host and producer of the Radio Cachimbona podcast. A graduate of Stanford Law School and Yale College before that, Yvette is now a staff writer at Balls & Strikes where she gets to call out problems with our legal system while getting paid to do what she loves. We talk about the shows we’re loving, why this SCOTUS is garbage, and what moved her to pivot her career.

Listen to Radio Cachimbona: https://www.radiocachimbona.com/

Keep up with Yvette on Twitter: @yvetteborjaAZ

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¿Y tú? ¿Eres tóxica? Reflections on How to Spot & Stop Toxic Behaviour Jan 19, 2022

In this episode of Tamarindo, Brenda and Ana Sheila go back in time and talk about their favorite things and memories from the early 2000s.

They then delve into the popular trend of using the phrase “La Toxica” everywhere from songs to boats to aprons. A person with toxic qualities as anyone who is abusive, unsupportive, or unhealthy emotionally. Now, the word has started taking all types of meanings in the public sphere from empowerment, to humorous, and not surprisingly, also as a way to dismiss women.

Learn Brenda and Ana Sheila's take on all this, and how to spot toxic behavior, in ourselves and others, and what we can do about it.

This article from Mind Body Green is referenced on the show: 19 Signs Of A Toxic Relationship & What To Do If You're In One

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Bring Your Whole Self to Work with Judge Lucy Armendariz Jan 12, 2022

This episode is co-hosted by Benjamin-Sharom Rodriguez, a queer, Mexican-Israeli (Free

Palestine!)-American writer, director, and comedian, who joins Brenda to reflect on the New Year, new love, and the movie Don’t Look Up. Ben and Brenda also chat about how over 5 million people signed a petition seeking justice for a Colorado truck driver named Rogel Aguilera-Moderos who received an outrageous 110-year sentence for a tragic accident. (Ana Sheila will be back next week)

Our guest is Boyle Heights born and raised, the Honorable Judge Lucy Armendariz who talks to us about how she brings her whole self to work and leads with compassion as a judge presiding over cases in East LA. Her remarkable story and message is a great way to start 2022!

Motivated by her experiences as a foster child, Judge Armendariz has a long history of involvement in her community. Judge Armendariz bounced between homes before a long-term placement provided the stability that facilitated her pursuit of a college education. Determined to “pay it forward”, Judge Armendariz has volunteered her time as a Commissioner to the Supreme Court Blue Ribbon Commission on Foster Care and as a Board Member to Leadership California, an organization dedicated to advancing the leadership role of women and girls. She is involved with many mentoring organizations.

Don't forget to register for our Intention Setting event happening Jan 18 at 5pm PT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intention-setting-for-the-new-year-tickets-224375191237

More about today’s guest co-host. Ben is currently developing a half hour animated show with Sony, just wrapped filming season 2 of STONED BREAKUPS, which he created and hosts, and is Program Director of the Blackmagic Design & Blackmagic Collective sponsored Film Your Feature Initiative in which he and four other first time feature filmmakers will shoot their projects this summer. Ben's also a filmmaker mentor with Edward James Olmos' Youth Cinema Project, and a charter member of the queer Latinx writers collective, The Clubhouse.

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Adios 2021 Dec 16, 2021

On this last episode of the year, Brenda and Ana Sheila invite some friends to reflect on the best books, shows, movies, and moments of 2021.

You’ll hear Catherin and Rosa of Latinx Lens, a podcast where two Latinas talk about Latino representation & contribution in film & television while also reviewing an array of films all through their unique Latina lens, check them out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-lens/id1518650275

We also talked to Jackie Gonzalez from Traviesa Reading Club, you can follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/traviesa_readingclub/?hl=en

Brenda spoke to Eddie Carmona, Campaign Director at the National Immigrant Law Center to get a recap of 2021 in terms of immigration policy. To get involved with NILC, go to:

Follow NILC on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @NILC

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Should I Move to Mexico City? Dec 08, 2021

Ana Sheila and Brenda love traveling to Mexico and many folks, like Ana Sheila, have made the relocation from the US to Mexico City in recent years. Our friend Alma Tilghman, founder of the travel company Alma Explores joins us to talk about living and traveling in Mexico.

Before our chat with Alma, Brenda and Ana Sheila catch up and talk about taking time to recharge.

Alma Explores is a travel company that creates meaningful travel journeys for the curious and mindful explorer. They partner with local communities to bring you cultural experiences and private curated trips that educate, inspire, and feed the soul. Check out their website at https://almaexplores.com/

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Overcoming Shame & Embracing Vulnerability Dec 01, 2021

Shame is the voice in our ear that tells us we’re not enough, that asks us who we think we are when we have the courage to try to do or be. On this episode of Tamarindo, we are joined by guest Angelica Maria, a Chicana poet & singer. She is an advocate of divine femme power, an internationally touring artist & mami of the poetry book “They Call Me”.Together we unpack shame; we ground in what shame is, why we experience it, and how we can stop giving it so much power while embracing the power of vulnerability.

During the conversation, we reference Brene Brown’s Ted talk “Listening to Shame” and Glennon Doyle’s Book “Untamed”.

Angelica reads a poem from her poetry book called “They Call Me bien creida” and we play a portion of her song “Me Vale”, from her forthcoming album.

Our episode is sponsored by Alma Explores, Marisa Ramirez Consulting, and by Justice Work. Justice work is encouraging our community to participate in the first ever National LGBTQ+ Women*s Community Survey to help address the gaps in knowledge, policy analysis, organizing, and advocacy about the life experiences, needs, priorities and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ women, our partners, and families. Take the Survey.

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This week's guest is making sure children see themselves represented in the stories they read. We speak to Naibe Reynoso (@naibereynoso) , the founder of @contodopress, a publishing company dedicated to celebrating Latino leaders and culture through its children's books.

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Children's Books as a Movement with Con Todo Press Nov 17, 2021

We’ve partnered with Con Todo Press, a publishing company dedicated to creating children’s books that celebrate Latino leaders and culture to help fill the gap in the publishing industry, where Latina/o/x stories are vastly under-represented, to talk about the importance of Latinx representation in children’s books.

We speak to Con Todo Press founder, Naibe Reynoso who shares how the 2016 election inspired her to shift from a career in on air journalism to create Con Todo Press and counter the misrepresentation of Latinos in the media and hostile climate for our communities that she experienced. Learn how children’s books are an important component to movement building and changing narratives.

Reynoso’s latest book “Courageous Camila” about a little girl who finds courage and inspiration from her mom’s immigrant journey, is out December 8th.

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On Sellouts, Dia de Los Muertos, and Holiday Mash-Ups Nov 10, 2021

This week, we reflect on Dia de Los Muertos, talk about unique ways folks celebrate the holidays, and leave you with a calma practice you can use ahead of those difficult moments with family.

We also speak to Mariah Castañeda, the host of the hit new podcast “SmokeScreen: The Sellout.” Mariah is a Los Angeles reporter who covers local politics, environmental issues, and immigrant rights issues. Her work has been featured in L.A. Taco, the New York Times, Voice of OC, and Fusion.

“SmokeScreen:The Sellout” podcast is produced in collaboration with grassroots media organization L.A. TACO. It is an investigative series about corruption, gentrification, and the city council member that sold out his community in favor of big developers. Checkout the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smoke-screen-the-sellout/id1525807626

Articles referenced:

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Telling Our Stories with Linda Yvette Chávez Nov 03, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, we interview Linda Yvette Chavez, the co-creator and executive producer of Netflix’s hit series GENTEFIED. We have a beautiful conversation about her journey from first gen hija of Mexican immigrants to her show Gentefied and how she’s learned to fall in love with herself along the way. Season two of Gentefied is out on November 10th on Netflix.

Before our chat with Linda, we catch up on the shows we’ve been watching including Insecure. Brenda mentions this article: https://luzcollective.com/latina-love-for-insecure/

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Career Questions & More with Tamarindo Oct 27, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, get to know more about your hosts, Brenda and Ana Sheila as they tackle a fun question game, answer listener questions about career advice and tips, and surprise each other with unplanned questions.

As mentioned on the pod, catch Ana Sheila on this episode of Talk to Mami and Papi About Anything: https://www.talktomamipapi.com/episodes/episode-77

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Have you been trying to develop your exercise habit? Accountability and community are two great ways to do it. Our very own NASM certified personal trainer Brenda will be leading this 5 week workout challenge kicking off on November 1st.

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Be a part of Lanzate! The 10 week coaching accelerator for BIPOC folks.

Have you been trying to launch, grow an idea, or make meaningful changes in your life for a long time? Ana Sheila is co-leading the next program launching in November. Final applications are due November 1st. Applications take 15-30 minutes and are the first step in the interview process. Sign up here: https://www.launchlatinx.co/

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Latinx-led Ocean Conservation with Azul Oct 20, 2021

On this episode, we reflect on the end of Hispanic Heritage Month, talk about La Jenny 69, and then learn about the Latinx environmental justice organization, Azul, and their work around protecting the ocean.
We speak to Marce Gutiérrez-Graudinš, the founder and Executive Director of Azul, a grassroots organization that works with Latinxs throughout the Americas to protect the ocean and coasts. Azul is the first U.S. organization devoted to elevating Latinx voices in marine conservation. Check them out and join their team at Azul.org and pick up a copy of their album here: https://azulrecords.bandcamp.com/album/en-el-mar
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Discovering Your Energy Chupacabras Oct 13, 2021

Tamarindo is taking a week off to recharge our pilas. So we invite you to revisit this episode to help you uncover your energy chupacabras and ways to reduce stress.

This first aired fall 2019, so you’ll hear us talk about the Democratic debates...ah...remember when the only pandemic we had to worry about was Tr*mp?

We learn why stress is not ALL bad but why it’s also more harmful than we think. We recognize that many of the stressors BIPOC folks face, like financial stress or discrimination, are not ones we can easily change without policy changes. That said, there are a few things we can do to start changing our relationship with stress like changing our mindset and discovering our #energychupacabras and what to do about them.

We include a technique used by the stress management company @Baskandbeing

You can learn more about them here https://baskandbeing.com/

Looking for Your Next Career Challenge?

Thank you to Azul.org for supporting this episode. Azul is Latinx-led, and Latinx-serving organizations focused on ocean stewardship. They’re doing great work and are growing their team with three roles that can be done fully remote! If you’re interested, email them: info@azul.org

Azul is looking to fill 3 positions in total:

The Bilingual Communications Manager (Spanish)
Chief of Staff and
Development Officer

We will be back with a brand new episode October 20th. Gracias Amiguis y que descansen!

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Latinx Heritage Month with Adidas LA Oct 06, 2021

Today's episode is done in partnership with Adidas Los Angeles in honor of Latinx Heritage month. We talk about the terms "Latino," "Latinx," and "Hispanic," and the history behind Hispanic Heritage Month, or what we like to call, Latinx Heritage Month. We share how we celebrate this time of year and own reflections on identity.

We also give some shoutouts to community leaders in Los Angeles, featured by Adidas LA. Meet them here: @AdidasLA

References:

Cristina Mora: https://sociology.berkeley.edu/faculty/g-cristina-mora
Article: Latinos or Hispanic? A Debate About Identity: https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/2003/08/25/latinos-or-hispanics-a-debate-about-identity/7a0b9e31-64db-41ff-a6fc-cd781c5732bd/
UnidosUS.org
PewResearch.org

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How to Build Habits That Help You Thrive Sep 29, 2021

You’ve set some big goals or intentions but you can’t seem to get things done. On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about how to build and sustain better habits that support you whether you want to move your body, eat more vegetables, or start a business/side hustle. We reference our own learnings as 30 somethings, Ana Sheila’s experience as life coach, and the book Atomic Habits by James Clear.

We also check-in with Denise Collazo, a social justice leader with Faith in Action, about her book “Thriving in the Fight: A Survival Manual for Latinas on the Front Lines of Change,” for her tips on how women can thrive at work and at home. Learn more about Denise and pick up her book at denisecollazo.com

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Dani Fernandez Welcomes Us to the Nerd Universe Sep 22, 2021

On this episode we talk curly hair maintenance and manifest a win for Newsom on the California recall (Ana Sheila and Brenda recorded on election day).

We talk to Dani Fernandez, an LA based writer and actress that we adore. She wrote in the best-selling book The Good Immigrant USA and has hosted for E! News, Nerdist, CW, and Disney. She can be seen in animated form, playing herself, in Disney’s Ralph Breaks the Internet.

Learn how Dani is making the nerd space more welcoming for people of color, and how she delights us with her bold tweets centered on mental health and representation.

More about our guest: Dani Fernandez recently appeared in multiple episodes of Syfy's “The Great Debate" and wrote on the upcoming CW show "The Girls on the Bus”, The Netflix show "Incarnate", as well as the HBO Max show “MORE”. She also sold a half-hour comedy pilot based on her life, "1% Happy" to HBO Max. In January she hosted the first annual Critics Choice Super Awards on the CW.

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Police Brutality and the Latinx Community Sep 15, 2021

We talk to two women that are using their voice to ensure that the lived experiences of people of color in our community are seen and valued through storytelling and policymaking. Specifically, we talk about police brutality and the violence that Latinx folks experience as a direct result of white supremacy and the need to humanize experiences with thoughtful reporting.

We have Eunisses Hernandez, a policy advocate for communities most devastated by criminalization, the war on drugs, and mass incarceration. She is the Director & Co-Founder of LA Defensa, in LA. We also speak to Nicole Chavez, from CNN’s Race and Equality team. Nicole reports about how race relations and inequality impact the lives of people of color. She reported extensively about the aftermath of the 2019 Walmart shooting in El Paso, Texas -- the deadliest attack on Latinos in modern history.

We reference this LA Times article as we talk about “Real Women Have Curves”: https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2021-09-12/patricia-cardoso-real-women-have-curves-academy-museum

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Latinx Representation with Nielsen Sep 08, 2021

How is the Latinx community consuming media? What progress have we made in Latinx representation? We teamed up with Nielsen to delve into these questions on this episode of Tamarindo.

We partnered with Nielsen, a research company that fuels the media industry with the most accurate understanding of what people listen to and watch. We speak to Stacie M. de Armas, an inclusion & identity researcher, consumer behaviorist, and subject matter expert on diverse communities, about Latinx representation in media. Stacie is Senior Vice President with Inclusive Insights & Initiatives and a Leader within Nielsen's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practice.

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Writing as Activism with Dr. Ana Castillo Sep 01, 2021

Writing when no one is telling our stories is a form of activism and bearing witness to our experiences. On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk to icon and writer, Dr. Ana Castillo, about why she writes, the evolution of her identity, and her latest book of poems, “My Book of the Dead” which is now available.

We also discuss what we hope for the future of our community, while we also pay homage to Latinx writers we lost this last year including Rudy Anaya who wrote the celebrated “Bless Me, Ultima” and Miguel Algarín, co-founder of the Nuyorican Poets Café.

Dr.Ana Castillo is a celebrated author of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama. Among her award-winning books are ”So Far from God,” “The Mixquiahuala Letters,” and “Massacre of the Dreamers: Essays on Xicanisma.” Born and raised in Chicago, Castillo now resides in southern New Mexico.

Stick around for a fun game called “Have you ever…” that y’all can join in on!

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How to Create Boundaries Aug 25, 2021

Boundaries has become a popular buzzword recently for good reason. Today we want to go deeper into why boundaries are important, how to set them, hold them and deal with the aftermath of setting them.

We reference these resources:

https://psychcentral.com/lib/learning-to-say-no
https://www.bustle.com/p/how-to-set-boundaries-with-your-family-according-to-a-life-coach-16980926
https://hiplatina.com/setting-boundaries-latinx-household/

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Reclaiming our Healing with the Women of Color Sister Collective Aug 18, 2021

Most of our community has experienced grief and pain throughout the last year and a half. On this episode of Tamarindo we talk about the process of healing with Alex Purple Liera, an educator, activist, community organizer, and the founder of the Women of Color (WOC) Sister Collective.

Alex shares some reflection questions to get you opening up and a powerful healing meditation. The WOC Sister Collective has a Death and Grief workshop coming up on August 21st and an inner child workshop on August 28th that you can also sign up for here.
We talk about why California voters should Vote No On the California Recall. Drop your ballot in the mail as soon as you can and Vote No. More info here: https://stoptherepublicanrecall.com/
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Alicia Menendez and The Likeability Trap Aug 11, 2021

Are you feeling stuck or is your to-do list growing? We start this episode with some strategies to tackle those things you keep putting off. You can find a great recap on this post from our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CSR_hkyFfqD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

A great resource that explains the matrix that Ana Sheila described can be found here: https://todoist.com/productivity-methods/eisenhower-matrix

Next, we revisit our conversation with journalist Alicia Menendez discussing her book, “The Likeability Trap: How to Break Free and Succeed as You Are.” Alicia Menendez is an MSNBC anchor, she’s a contributing editor at Bustle, and the host of the Latina to Latina podcast. Alicia spoke to us earlier during an event we hosted to mark Women’s History Month and to explore some of the barriers that women continue to face like racial and gender bias, and in many cases, homophobia.

Our event with Alicia is an example of the conversations we host completely free.If you want to support our work, please consider a contribution to help us kee bringing you these great conversations: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1

Note: We mention the greatest gymnast of all time, Simone Biles, who at the time of the recording had withdrawn from some of her competitions in Tokyo2020. However, after the recording of this episode, she did compete in the Women’s Balance Beam earning a Bronze medal. We celebrate and honor her decision to value her mental health and well-being and for being a role model for us all.

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Tamarindo is on Break Jul 14, 2021

Tamarindo is on a short summer break! We’ll be back with new episodes starting August 11.

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On Friendship & Friendship Breakups Jul 07, 2021

We explore how friendships are important for our overall well-being by discussing how our relationships with friends have evolved since the pandemic. We also talk about how to approach friendship breakups.

We are joined by guest co-host José Richard Aviles, a multimedia artist, Urban Planner, and Social Worker based out of Los Angeles. As a former organizer, and a current artist, Aviles is interested in the intersections between space and justice, laughter and resistance, and the magic of the stage. Currently, Aviles is promoting their first published collection of poems, Semilla and developing a new poetry EP, "La Carta Que Nunca Envie" , an homage to Juan Gabriel and the countless lovers that are hidden in the lyrics. "Lo que se ve no se pregunta" - Juan Gabriel.

We reference this LA times article: ‘In the Heights’ is the rare Latino blockbuster. Three Times writers on what that means https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2021-06-11/latino-gap-in-the-heights-latinos-lin-manuel-miranda

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How Centering Self Gets in the Way of Community Building Jun 30, 2021

In this episode, we talk about how centering ourselves can get in the way of community building. We speak to Adi Mendiola Barreto (he/they), a 2nd generation Mexican and Puerto Rican, trans and non-binary, speaker, advisor, consultant, and strategist, about the work they are leading to challenge and shape people’s perspectives on LGBTQ+ issues. Adi shows us why self-divestment work is important, and challenges us to do deep introspective work as we step into allyship so we can all show up better for one another.

Keep up with Adi on their website: https://www.adibarreto.com/

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How to Do More of What You Love Jun 23, 2021

On this episode, we give you some insights on how to do more of what you love by sharing a bit of our own personal journeys to creating the lives we want, including spending more time in Mexico! We recorded this episode in Mexico City with special guest co-host Jose Richard Aviles aka soynalgona.

Jose Richard Aviles is a multimedia artist, Urban Planner, and Social Worker based out of Los Angeles. As a former organizer, and a current artist, Aviles is interested in the intersections between space and justice, laughter and resistance, and the magic of the stage. Currently, Aviles is promoting their first published collection of poems, Semilla and developing a new poetry EP, "La Carta Que Nunca Envie" , an homage to Juan Gabriel and the countless lovers that are hidden in the lyrics. "Lo que se ve no se pregunta" - Juan Gabriel.

This episode also includes the story behind La Cafetera's new song, La Sirena. In honor of Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month, Poder Latinx has teamed up with Human Rights Campaign and East LA-based Chicano music group Las Cafeteras to release a music video focusing on the cross-section of art, identity, and collective power of the LGBTQIA+ movement with the song “La Sirena.” Full music video for ‘La Sirena’ can be found at PoderLatinx.org/pride2021.

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Environmental Racism is Real Jun 16, 2021

Environmental racism is real. On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk to environmental justice lawyer Claire Woods about how Black and Brown communities face the brunt of many environmental justice issues, the connection to racism, and what we can do to help. During the episode she mentions a few organizations we can follow to get more informed and involved with environmental justice issues including East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice, and Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice.

Claire Woods is the Senior Attorney and Director of Environmental Justice Policies and Programs at Greenfield environmental. Previously, as a senior attorney at the Natural Resources Defense Council, Claire led litigation and advocacy efforts to secure safe drinking water, curb air emissions, protect species, and maintain critical environmental protections for communities. Claire started her environmental justice work over ten years ago in the U.S. Department of Justice where she represented the United States in lawsuits to enforce the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. If you’d like to learn more about Claire, you can read her feature at The Little Market.

Ana Sheila also mentions Lanzate Launch Latinx, a 10 week holistic coaching program and accelerator launching in July. They are accepting applications through June 29th. To learn more and apply, go to https://www.launchlatinx.co/

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Call Your Queer Friend Jun 09, 2021

This week on Tamarindo, we are re-visiting a very special episode where Ana Sheila shared her coming out story and tells us a bit about her relationship to her queer identity. This episode first aired in 2019, but it’s one of our favorites.

Don’t forget to join us for True Stories En Vivo, June 10 at 5pm PT. It’s going to be a beautiful night of storytelling from our gente. Register for free here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-stories-en-vivo-tickets-152724329581

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Aging and Embracing Our Inner Señora Jun 02, 2021

The latest Tamarindo episode is about learning how to embrace our inner señora. We explore how aging and ageism is reflected in society, unpack the harmful messages especially women receive around getting older, and share ways we can all work on our relationship with aging whether we’re 25, 35, or over 50. Healing our communities is an intergenerational job y’all!

We reference a report from AARP on Latinx attitudes on aging you can read more about here, some data on retirement trends among Latinos here and a report on age related workplace discrimination that you can read about here.

Don’t forget to join us for True Stories En Vivo, June 10 at 5pm PT. It’s going to be a beautiful night of storytelling from our gente. Register for free here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-stories-en-vivo-tickets-152724329581

This episode is sponsored by Planned Parenthood and Xolo Books.

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Mónica Ramírez Inspires Us to Step Up our Activism May 26, 2021

We speak to Mónica Ramírez, attorney, author and activist, about what motivates her to do more than enough (a lot more than enough!) to stand up for migrant women and her community. She is the founder of Justice for Migrant Women and co-founder of Alianza Nacional de Campesinas, The Latinx House, and Poderistas, and an overall badass!

Trigger Warning: This episode talks about sexual violence. Below is a list of resources for anyone that may need support:

https://www.rainn.org

https://casadeesperanza.org/

https://metoomvmt.org/

Before we speak to Mónica, we catch up on the latest in Latinx chisme. We reference this think piece that does an excellent job of recapping the Flamin’ Hot Cheetoh’s controversy over the creator of the loved snack. Note, that since we recorded, this is the latest on the Flamin' Hot saga. We also suggest Brenda’s piece on Hip Latina about the upcoming Black-ish spinoff, Brown-ish.

Don’t forget to join us for True Stories En Vivo, June 10 at 5pm PT. Register for free here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/true-stories-en-vivo-tickets-152724329581

Mónica speaks to us about Healing Voices, a first-of-its-kind mental health initiative for Farmworkers. The program from Justice for Migrant Women, National Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Program, Latinx Therapy, and the Eva Longoria Foundation, with funding from The Workers Lab Innovation Fund and Collective Future Fund, will pilot the use of technology to engage farmworkers and bring them together in virtual support groups to support healing, teach workers their rights, build community connections, and inspire change. Listeners can learn more about Healing Voices and how to support the work at Justice for Migrant Women through the website: https://justice4women.org, or find them on Instagram and Twitter at: @mujerxsrising.

More about our guest: Mónica has received numerous awards, including Harvard Kennedy School’s first Gender Equity Changemaker Award, Feminist Majority’s Global Women’s Rights Award and the Smithsonian’s 2018 Ingenuity Award. She was named to Forbes Mexico’s 100 Most Powerful Women’s 2018 list and TIME Magazine included her in its 2021 TIME100 Next list. Mónica is also an inaugural member of the Ford Global Fellowship.

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Advocating for Transgender Rights is about Leading with Love May 19, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, we are joined by Lizette Trujillo, mom and community advocate for transgender youth and families. She shares how raising her trans son has changed her life and how leading with love made her into the fierce advocate and activist she is today. This powerful conversation happens as hundreds of heartbreaking anti trans bills are being passed across the country and our trans community are being denied basic human rights. We hope this conversation inspires you to open your hearts and get more involved in supporting our trans community. You can learn more about the importance of allyship on Lizette's podcast "I Stand by You with Lizette and Drew".

Remember to sign up to join us on June 10th at 5pm PT for True Stories En Vivo (via zoom), a night of storytelling featuring guest story teller, Melissa Lozada-Oliva, Guatelombian (Guatemalan-Colombian) American poet and screenwriter. Melissa has a new book out this October called “Dreaming of You” all about bringing Selena back to life through a seance and the disastrous consequences that follow. Register for free

Live performances will center stories around the following themes:

Living in the Hyphen (between two worlds)
Belonging and Acceptance
Embracing Identity

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How to Call in the Healthy Relationships You Deserve May 12, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about what makes a healthy relationship and how to call in the loving and healthy relationships we all deserve. We also honor our moms recognizing that this episode was recorded on Mexican Mother’s Day.

We mention our upcoming event: Join us for True Stories En Vivo (via zoom), featuring Melissa Lozada-Oliva (June 10 at 5pm PT)

Join us for an evening of community, storytelling, and live performances all from the comfort of your device. Live performances will center stories around the following themes:

Living in the Hyphen (between two worlds)
Belonging and Acceptance
Embracing Identity

True Stories En Vivo will feature special guest storyteller Melissa Lozada-Oliva, Guatelombian (Guatemalan-Colombian) American poet and screenwriter. Melissa has a new book out this October called “Dreaming of You” all about bringing Selena back to life through a seance and the disastrous consequences that follow. Register for free today!

You can tell a story right along with Melissa by submitting to True Stories En Vivo by May 16! Complete details here.

We mentioned that we are thinking of countries that are hardest hit by COVID-19. We encourage you to support the organizations mentioned here:https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/how-to-help-india-during-its-covid-surge-12-places-you-can-donate

We reference Amanda Seales who we think you should definitely follow and check out this specific video: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CN0fwryhk9y/?igshid=rfe9e1v0ildv. We also reference the book, The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. Check it out here: https://www.miguelruiz.com/the-four-agreements

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Whole-Self Activism w/ Unconscious Bias Project Apr 20, 2021

Tamarindo podcast is on break until May 12. Until then, here is a bonus episode with Brenda as a guest on the Unconscious Bias Project podcast. We mention an upcoming event happening April 22 at 5:00pm PT. This is a conversation about Imposter Syndrome with a diverse panel of Latinas. Sign-up and learn more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/be-a-better-imposter-tickets-148876560801

You can also catch Ana Sheila on April 24 for a workshop on owning your voice she is leading with Kim Guerra (@brownbadassbonita). Sign up here: https://withribbon.com/Kim-Guerra/USA-TU-VOZ-MIJA-/92423

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Conscious Capitalism? Apr 07, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, we explore U.S capitalism, the hustle culture, and how we can be more mindful consumers, entrepreneurs and citizens working within a system that was originally built off the exploitation of people of color.

To help us think through some of these concepts, we are joined by Joshua Alvarez for this conversation to help us learn and consider new ways of being. Joshua is an advocate and conscious business coach focusing on the intersection of healing, justice, and collective liberation with decolonizing practices. You can learn more about his work at http://joshuaialvarez.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hola Queridx, a billingual and Spanglish stationery brand for all your culturally connected stationery needs. Shop their stuff here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HolaQueridx

We mention an upcoming event happening April 22 at 5:00pm PT. This is a conversation about Imposter Syndrome. Signup and learn more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/be-a-better-imposter-tickets-148876560801

We’re now accepting pitches! We want to publish perspectives, essays, think pieces, and stories from the Tamarindo podcast community. Got something to say? Pitch us! We’re looking for 600-1200 word pieces. Get in touch at tamarindopodcast.com and read what we’ve been publishing on Agua Fresca.

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Buscabulla and the Power of Your Voice Mar 24, 2021

We speak with Raquel Berrios of the Puerto Rico-based indie duo Buscabulla, which she leads with her husband Luis Alfredo del Valle. Buscabulla’s music features dreamy, futuristic synth-pop sounds that have us longing for a tropical beach or a pool-side cabana.

While the band was originally formed in Brooklyn, Raquel and Luis moved home to Puerto Rico after Hurricane María, to help rebuild their community, raise their daughter, and record their first album. Raquel explains, “'Our album 'Regresa' is about self-acceptance of oneself with all our imperfections, and the acceptance of being back in Puerto Rico, with all its flaws."

Self-acceptance is exactly what we advocate for in our calma segment and #calmamoment on our Instagram. A big part of that is owning our voice. After our chat with Buscabulla, we bring you tips on stepping into the power of your voice.

Celebrate Two Years of Brenda & Ana Sheila as Tamarindo

This episode is extra special because we celebrate two years of Tamarindo with Ana Sheila and Brenda! Join the celebration and consider a gift of $5, $10, or $20. If you love what you’re hearing on Tamarindo, please give today: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1

Please check out PRIMA, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising micro grants for independent Puerto Rican artists, co-founded by Raquel Berrios and pick up a copy of Regresa by Buscabulla.

As mentioned on the pod, you can access Planned Parenthood’s telehealth services here: www.plannedparenthood/tamarindo

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Bilingual is Beautiful: How to Encourage Bilingual Learning with Canticos Mar 10, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, we are joined by Susie Jaramillo, President & Chief Creative Officer of Canticos. Canticos is a bilingual early childhood brand that through books, a show on Nick Jr. and an award winning educational app uses a storyteaching approach to deliver personalized bilingual learning experiences to the little ones in our lives.

Susie offers inspiring nuggets of wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs as she shares how Canticos was born from observing her young bicultural children and listening to the growing whispers of her heart.

We also get into the incredible power of learning two or more languages for our brain development, empathy building, and cultural competence. Being bilingual is beautiful AND powerful!

As part of our partnership with Canticos, we are giving away 3 bilingual learning books! To enter, head to our instagram page! The giveaway ends on Friday March 12th at 11:59pm PST.

As mentioned on the pod, you can access Planned Parenthood’s telehealth services here: www.plannedparenthood/tamarindo

Registration for our event with award-winning journalist Alicia Menendez of the Latina to Latina podcast can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tamarindopodcast

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Reproductive Justice for All Feb 24, 2021

On this episode of Tamarindo, Brenda and Ana Sheila catch up on their first in-person recording in a while, starting off with what’s getting their matracas and basuras.
Next, we check in with the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice by speaking to their new executive director, Guadalupe “Lupe” M. Rodríguez. She tells us about the important work of movement building and how Latina Institute is fighting to improve health care access, including reproductive care.
Lupe is a scientist with an activist heart dedicated to supporting communities to unleash their power to achieve liberation and justice. Born in Mexico City, Lupe’s family immigrated to San Jose, California to seek medical care for her brother. A self-proclaimed disruptor with a passion for change, Lupe pivoted from a career in science to pursue social justice policy work in México, Peru, and California. We wrap up this episode with our Calma segment bringing you some tunes that are instant mood enhancers.
Stay connected with Latina Institute:
latinainstitute.org Twitter: @LatinaInstitute
As mentioned on the pod, you can access Planned Parenthood’s telehealth services here: www.plannedparenthood/tamarindo
Registration for our event with award-winning journalist Alicia Menendez of the Latina to Latina podcast can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tamarindopodcast We’re now accepting pitches! We want to publish perspectives, essays, think pieces, and stories from the tamarindo podcast community! Got something to say, pitch us. We’re looking for 600-1200 word pieces. Get in touch at tamarindopodcast.com
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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How to Liberate from Diet Culture with Virgie Tovar Feb 10, 2021

Body size is nobody’s business. On this episode of Tamarindo, we have a powerful conversation with guest Virgie Tovar, one of the nation's leading experts and lecturers on weight-based discrimination and body image. We discuss how diet culture and fat phobia permeate so much of our lives in often subconscious ways that can be damaging to our wellbeing. Virgie shows us how we can reflect on how we can start liberating from diet culture and stepping into radical self love.
For our Calma, we encourage listeners to take notice of the times we think about food or bodies in ways that involve judgement. For example, when we say things like “I earned this cookie” or ask “have you lost weight, you look great!”
More about our guest. Virgie Tovar is an author, activist and one of the nation's leading experts and lecturers on weight-based discrimination and body image. She holds a Master's degree in Sexuality Studies with a focus on the intersections of body size, race and gender. She is a contributor for Forbes where she covers the plus-size market and how to end weight discrimination at work. She is also the Host of the Transmitter Media podcast Rebel Eaters Club. Follow Virgie on instagram @virgietovar
There’s still time to sign-up for the Launch Latinx Accelerator by February 14. Launch Latinx is a 90 day transformational coaching program for aspiring entrepreneurs, coaches, creators, and side hustlers who want to grow their business and amplify their impact. You’ll join a community of talented, hungry, visionary Latinx and BIPOC leaders from all over the country. To learn more and apply, got to https://www.launchlatinx.co/ Make sure you mention Tamarindo Podcast in your application. Apply by February 14, 2021.
Thank you to our episode sponsor Planned Parenthood. Remember, you can access Planned Parenthood’s telehealth services here: www.plannedparenthood/tamarindo
This episode referenced Sonya Renee Taylor, specifically this episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6K5ytRMH1tMPldejD5TbKK?si=cP9r6rt1Ro2zPY60ZJdqPA Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. To support our work, please contribute here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228
#LoseWeightNotHate #BodyImage #DietCulture

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First Generation? Not Quite. All about that “ni de aquí, ni de allá" life! Jan 27, 2021

First Generation? Not Quite. All about that “ni de aquí, ni de allá" life! First generation is often used in reference to the first generation born in the United States. As two immigrants from Mexico that arrived in the country as small children, most of our life has been on this side of the border, yet we aren’t technically “first gen.” What’s life like when you’re an immigrant but the majority of your life is shaped by a different country than where you were born? In this episode, we talk all about it. We share our own immigrant journeys, share some reflections from listeners, and embrace our “ni de aquí, ni de allá” identity by seeing it in a new light. We start the episode with some reflections on the first days of the Biden/Harris administration, particularly when it comes to immigration. In our calma segment, we’ll show you how to set intentions to call in what you want for this year. As opposed to the more common resolutions, intentions are guiding principles for what you want to invite more of into your life and how you want to be and show up in this world. Intention setting works! Ana Sheila shares how setting an intention to step into visibility and own her voice led her to join as the co-host of Tamarindo! You can use this worksheet to set your intentions: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AF7ZVTkcf8AkwDiFdDtKgEsnfk3sH5RB/view?usp=sharing
As mentioned on this episode, you can access Planned Parenthood's Telehealth Services right here: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-care/get-care-online?utm_campaign=podcast&utm_medium=redirect&utm_source=tamarindo
We reference this LA Times Article: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-01-20/biden-administration-releases-bill-establishing-pathway-to-citizenship-for-11-million-undocumented-immigrants
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228
#FirstGeneration #Immigrants #NiDeAuiNiDeAlla

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Spiritual, Queer, and Latinx: Reconciling Faith & Identity Jan 13, 2021

In this episode, we talk about religion and spirituality with Kim Guerra, author and creator of the Latinx empowerment platform @brownbadassbonita. The global pandemic and political climate may have many of us leaning into spiritual practices as a source of strength and grounding. Many organized religions have at times been used to oppress, wage wars, and control people. Unfortunately, even today many religions continue to hurt and ostracized members of the LGBTQ community. That is why this episode centers the experiences and spiritual journeys of Kim and Ana Sheila, who both identify as spiritual and queer, as they share their relationship with religion and spirituality. More about our guest: Kim Guerra is an artist, writer, and entrepreneur. She is the creator of #BrownBadassBonita, a brand and movement she considers a revolutionary act of self love and love for our Latinx community. She was recently recognized as an “Agente de Cambio” at Univision’s Premios Juventud and has a masters in marriage and family therapy. Learn more at brownbadassbonita.com While 2020 has reminded us that there is a lot we can’t control, but there are some things we can influence through our intentions. You might still have time to sign up for our intention setting workshop happening Thursday January 14th from 5-6pm PST. Sign up here!
As mentioned on this episode, you can access Planned Parenthood's Telehealth Services right here: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-care/get-care-online?utm_campaign=podcast&utm_medium=redirect&utm_source=tamarindo
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228 #Queer #Spirituality #Identity #BrownBadassBonita #PremiosJuventud

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Coronavirus Season 4 Won’t Stop Us from Setting Goals Nov 18, 2020

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has pushed many of us to reflect on what’s most important. It’s no surprise that in 2020 many of us have had to reset personal goals and adjust to a world with many uncertainties. As we close out the last episode of this season of Tamarindo and start to think of a new post-Trump era, we know many of you are doing introspective work right along with us. This is why we wanted to talk to you about how a leadership or life coach might be helpful in pushing you to achieve your goals. Ana Sheila, our resident life coach, breaks down exactly what a coach does, how the work of a coach differs from that of a therapist, and what to consider when deciding to work with one. Brenda describes her experience working with an executive leadership coach, the phenomenal Liz Garcia, and how that was beneficial to her in exploring a career transition. If you’re looking to work with a coach, here are just a few of our favorites that you can learn about on instagram: Harry Lopez @theharrylopez Dari Luna @darilunaErika Cruz @theerikacruzSylvia Brands @thesylviabrands During this episode, we reference this resource regarding the Latino vote: https://electioneve2020.com/poll/#/en/demographics/latino/ We will be back in January 2021 officially, but you know we’ll likely drop in a bonus episode, so make sure you’re subscribed to Tamarindo! You can also sign up for the next Launch Latinx program for early 2021 right here: https://www.launchlatinx.co/ Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Tamarindo Podcast is part of Luz Collective, a digital home for Latinas. Find our episodes at luzcollective.com Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Reflecting on the term BIPOC, Race, and Identity Nov 04, 2020

Inspired by a conversation around the terms Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and Person of Color (POC) on this episode of NPR’s Code Switch, we have a candid conversation around race, ancestry, and the power and limitation of words from our personal perspective as Mexican immigrants raised in the U.S. We also reflect on the effects of colonialism and colorism on our own connection to our ancestry and the diversity of Latinx experiences in this country. We kick off this episode by taking some time to reflect on our collective resilience in getting through the uncertainty and difficulty of 2020 and offer some tips to prioritize self and community care in the coming week. During the episode we reference a conversation between writer Julissa Arce with UCLA Professor Laura Gomez, author of Manifest Destinies: The Making of the Mexican American Race, Latinx voter data shared by Gerardo Cardava, Professor at Northwestern University, and this New York Times article written by Angela Onwuachi-Willig, a professor of law at the University of Iowa College of Law. We also recommend Isabel Wilkerson’s book The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of AMerica’s Great Migration. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Tamarindo Podcast is part of Luz Collective, a digital home for Latinas. Find our episodes at luzcollective.com and please consider supporting Luz Collective: https://luzcollective.com/support-latina-stories/ Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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The Data-Backed Power of the Latinx Community Oct 21, 2020

We love reliable and unbiased data and this is especially true with the 2020 Presidential Election only days away! This is why we’re excited to welcome back to Tamarindo Stacie de Armas, SVP, Diverse Consumer Insights and Initiatives at Nielsen —a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view available of consumers and markets worldwide—to discuss their 2020 Election Hub. The hub is where you can find the most up-to-date data on this year’s biggest election events. Like Nielsen, we want to highlight the importance of voting and the importance of educating yourself prior to voting. So, please visit the 2020 Election Hub today for accurate information. Stacie breaks down the data on Latinos and voting and also gives us a lot to be hopeful about the power that we hold as a community. From the Southwest to South Beach, Latinos seem to have gotten the message on their untapped power, with populations that make up even larger percentages of the electorate in key Swing States. Since the Midterm Elections, places like Florida and North Carolina have seen substantial increases in registrations among Latino voters. We also talk about Latina Equal Pay Day which is on October 29th, 2020. This is the date that the typical Latina’s wages catch up to what the typical wage was for white men in 2019. That’s right, it takes nearly two years to catch up! Despite this grim fact, Latinas are a force to be reckoned with and we continue to enroll in high education, open businesses and continue to flex our economic muscle. Tune in to hear Stacie distill the data for us. Note: Brenda mentions that in the state of California, voters can register to vote even on election day. To be specific, you can register to vote in person at your county elections office, polling place, or voter center during early voting or on Election day in California. Find information for your state here: https://www.usa.gov/how-to-vote Tamarindo podcast, part of Luz Collective, is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda González and Ana Sheila Victorino, and edited by Michelle Andrade.

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Artist and Activist Paola Mendoza on How We Can All be Freedom Fighters Oct 07, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo, Brenda and Ana Sheila catch up on the Presidential Debate, Trump’s virus diagnosis, and discuss words they are retiring.
Next, Ana Sheila chats with film director, activist, and author Paola Mendoza, about her new book Sanctuary, co-authored with Abby Sher. Sanctuary tells the story of a young girl in a near dystopian future who is forced to flee to a xenophobic government to find sanctuary. Drawing parallels to our current political climate, the book is harrowing, but also hopeful in showing that we all have the power to effect change. As co-founder of the Women’s March, Paola tells us her family’s inspirational story of resilience which shapes her activism. Paola wants to leave readers with the sense that we can all be freedom fighters. This is especially inspirational when so many may feel discouraged. This episode will remind you that your actions can influence the outcome of this election and that we, especially Black and Brown folks, have the power to change what this country looks like and who it serves. Speaking of getting involved, check out Seed the Vote who is organizing weekly phone banking in battleground states: https://www.mobilize.us/seedthevote/ As Latinx Heritage Month comes to a close, please keep supporting Latinx authors, creators, and platforms. Buy Paola’s book at https://www.indiebound.org/ to support an independent bookstore.
We reference this article regarding the word "just": https://jezebel.com/google-exec-women-stop-saying-just-so-much-you-sound-1715228159 Tamarindo Podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Tamarindo Podcast is part of Luz Collective, a digital home for Latinas. Find our episodes at luzcollective.com and we invite you to #SupportLatinaStories by contributing here: https://luzcollective.com/support-latina-stories/ Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast #LatinxHeritagaeMonth #RuthBaderGinsburg #WomensMarch #PaolaMendoza #Sanctuary #PresidentialDebate #TrumpHasCovid

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Reflecting on RBG, Redefining Success, and Reading with Maria Hinojosa Sep 22, 2020

On this episode, Brenda and Ana Sheila reflect on the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bather Ginsburg, #RBG, hours after learning the news. We talk about what this means for the future of our country, the hypocrisy of Republican Senator Mitch McConell, and the overall sadness we are collectively feeling. #ditchmitch The risk of Trump ramming through another nomination (this would be his 3rd!) to the Supreme Court makes us double down on our advocacy efforts to get Biden/Harris elected. Join us on October 3 for phone banking. Anyone can join no matter where you are in the country and we will be calling Spanish-speaking Floridians for this activity. Why? Because Florida is a swing state where we have a real opportunity to turn things around. Join us: https://www.mobilize.us/seedthevote/event/320782/ Next, we talk about redefining notions of success as we reflect on our chat with award-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa about her recent book “Once I Was You: A Memoir of Love and Hate in a Torn America.” Transformation coach Ana Sheila walks us through some helpful exercises we can all try as we consider (or re-consider) what success means. Many of you deeply connected with Ana Sheila’s recent post where she said “I’m measuring how ‘successful’ I am by how well I’m unlearning the definition of success as one driven by money and ‘recognition”. Taking that quote as a starting point, Ana Sheila reveals some tools we can use to unlearn too! Want more Ana Sheila’s coaching? She’s teamed up with Life and Leadership coach Harry Lopez to host the Launch Latinx Academy. Join a community of powerhouse Latinos ready to support each other and stay accountable in their entrepreneurial journey. Benefit from tons of tools and resources shared by the world’s most renowned and sought after Latinx Life, Leadership, and Businesses Coaches. Find out more here: https://www.harrylouislopez.com/launchlatinx As we think of #LatinxHeritageMonth, there is only one journalist that stands out as one who inspires us to use our voice in podcasting (and beyond!) and to apply a critical analysis to the ways that people of color are reported on, treated, or otherized. That journalist is Maria Hinojosa. Maria joined Tamarindo on September 9th at the start of her podcast tour discussing her fantastic book, “Once I Was You”, a riveting read that Brenda finished in one sitting. Through a heartfelt reflection on her remarkable journey as a journalist, Maria provides readers lessons on the history of the United States’s treatment of immigrants and tells us how she chartered her own path to success doing work that makes her proud (and makes all us proud). #AlphaLatina Tamarindo Podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Tamarindo Podcast is part of Luz Collective, a digital home for Latinas. Find our episodes at luzcollective.com. #SupportLatinaStories #TamarindoPodcast Please consider supporting Luz Collective and independent Latina-led media, by joining the supporters network: https://luzcollective.com/support-latina-stories/ Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast

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Your Better Vote (Read to the tune of RuPaul's You Better Work) Sep 09, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo, Brenda and Ana Sheila discuss the 2020 Election. From the Supreme Court to course-correcting on immigration, there are so many reasons to vote in November and not only against Trump. We discuss the policy priorities that some of our listeners shared with us and talk about what is at stake with this election. We each share why we are voting, some small ways we can all get involved, and we make promises to step up our advocacy because we know that no one can afford four more years of the same. As a palette cleanser for your ears, this episode ends with a love story. We know so many of you enjoyed our episode on love that we wanted to continue the reflections on relationships with this episode. We end with a recording of a live performance of Brenda telling a story of a meaningful first date. This performance was pre-Covid at an excellent event called Talking While Female, hosted by Teatro Luna, an all-Latina theater ensemble. The audio is not spectacular on this live-story, but if you don't mind that, we think you'll enjoy it! We mention supporting organizations that are working on getting the Latinx vote out such as Voto Latino. Learn more about them and register to vote here: https://votolatino.org/article/register-to-vote/ Brenda references this article: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/14/us/trump-appeals-court-judges.html. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Tamarindo Podcast is part of Luz Collective, a digital home for Latinas. Find our episodes at luzcollective.com. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow Ana Sheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Love in the Time of Covid with guest co-host Brown Badass Bonita, Kim Guerra Aug 26, 2020

This episode is all about reflections on love and relationships especially in the time of Covid. Brenda is sitting this one out and passing the mic to Kim Guerra, the talent behind Brown Badass Bonita, a brand and movement set on empowering mujeres to give themselves wings. Kim is guest hosting with Ana Sheila and they discuss “all about love” a powerful book on love by American author, professor, feminist, and social activist bell hooks. Kim and Ana Sheila also react and reflect to listeners' own submissions on love and relationships. Kim Guerra is an artist, writer, and entrepreneur. She is the creator of Brown Badass Bonita, a brand and movement she considers a revolutionary act of self-love and love for our Latinx community. Kim creates apparel that celebrates our culture and empowers mujeres. She creates art that celebrates and explores the complexities of being a Latinx, mujer, PoC, survivor, and guerrera. Kim was recently recognized as an “Agente de Cambio” at Univision’s #premiosjuventud and is pursuing her masters in marriage and family therapy. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda González and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/ and at LuzCollective.com.
Support Luz Collective here: https://luzcollective.com/support-latina-stories/ Contribute before Sept. 17 and you can take home up to $100 worth or merch. https://www.instagram.com/p/CEAK-8UgwZK/
Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Reimagining Policing: Imaginémonos Cosas Chingonas with DA George Gascón Jul 15, 2020

On this episode, Brenda and Ana Sheila put #Goya en la #basura and announce that we are taking a short break. We talk about #policeaccountability with District Attorney George Gascón, who is running for District Attorney to modernize LA's criminal justice systems. He is a Former District Attorney for the City & County of San Francisco, and former Assistant Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department. But don't let that fool you. LA’s cops are backing his opponent who has faced criticism for not holding cops accountable. Gascón is who the cops don't want to win... Gascón has earned a national reputation as a visionary in criminal justice reform. He’s been honored by the Anti-Defamation League with their prestigious Civil Rights Award and the Win With Justice, WNBA All-Star Maya Moore’s social action campaign, presented him with its Impact Award. Learn more about him at georgegascon.org Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Be Intentional: Why Wellness and Anti-Racism Go Hand in Hand Jul 01, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo, Ana Sheila discusses the evolution of wellness, different practices and resources that can help with the emotions and heaviness we are experiencing and how we can all be more intentional in our daily lives. She is joined by Iman Gibson, a health educator, meditation teacher and overall wellness evangelist to talk about the growth and problematic parts of the “wellness” space from a POC perspective and how we can use mindfulness to better anti-racists, pay homage to our ancestors and be intentional about how and what we eat. Co-host Brenda is on break. We also continue the conversation around anti-racism and anti-blackness in the Latinx community from the 90s to today.
FREE RESOURCE: We are offering Tamarindo listeners an exclusivo peek to Iman’s new anti-racism meditations https://soundcloud.com/iman-gibson-tori-lund/sets/anti-racism-meditations During our conversation, we mention Angel Kyodo Williams, and a few #calma practices like zen meditation, yin yoga, and introduce the #RAIN framework which stands for Recognize, Allow, Investigate, and Nurture as a way to deal with emotions in healthier and more helpful ways. Iman Gibson has over 10 years of experience inspiring and enabling people to be mindful and develop healthy habits. Iman designs experiences, often utilizing art, that engage the senses to promote self and community care. She also daylights in wellbeing and product for a Fortune100 company. holds a BS in Public Health from University of Southern California and a MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern, Re:Fresh, her album of meditations, guided over music, is streaming on all major platforms. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Defunding the Police featuring Latino Rebels Founder, Julio Ricardo Varela Jun 17, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo, we discuss ways we can talk about anti-Blackness in our community, and we catch up with Julio Ricardo Varela about what Latino Rebels has been covering on Latinx solidarity with Black Lives Matters and Defunding the police. Julio is a journalist and the founder of LatinoRebels.com, one of the top U.S. Latino media sites in the world. Julio is the cohost of In the Thick with Maria Hinojosa and is a frequent contributor to Latino USA. Keep up with Julio on twitter @julito77
Julio's calma is his awesome playlist, take a listen on Spotify.
We mention this episode of Call Your Girlfriend about Police Abolition with Miriame Kaba as well as her essay in the New York Times “Yes, We Mean Literally Abolish the Police Because Reform Won’t Happen.” We also reference this conversation on anti-Blackness facilitated by Paper Planes, LLC. Here are some helpful terms to talk about anti-racism in Spanish https://www.instagram.com/p/CBe821agQpn/ Lastly, we highlight our special event in honor of Pride. Join Tamarindo virtually on June 28 at 11am PST for: Queerentena & Soul: Reclaiming Collective Joy and Authenticity, a virtual pride program centered around healing and connecting with self: our authenticity, our power, and our innate joy featuring sessions by Harry Lopez, Jose Richard Aviles, and Sterling Victorian.
Register for Free Here.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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How We Hold Bias & What We Can Do About It! Jun 04, 2020

On this episode, Ana Shiela and Brenda unpack how unconscious bias comes into play to limit opportunities for women. We spoke to The Unconscious Bias Project, a nonprofit that brings creative, accessible, evidence-based solutions for unintentional bias to academic, technological, and governmental organizations and beyond. UBP sustains a welcoming home for inquisitive and creative minds and encourage a growth mindset, working by the motto, “0% Guilt, 100% Empowerment.”’ Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228 Register for Our Workshop: June 6, 2020 at 10:00 AM Resources:

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Be Strong and Be You! Lessons for #WOC on the Rise May 20, 2020

On this episode, we sit with the author of More Than Ready: Be Strong and Be You and Other Lessons for Women of Color on the Rise, Cecilia Muñoz. Drawing from her experience as the first #Latinx to serve as the White House Domestic Policy Council (under President #Obama) and decades fighting for the rights of #immigrants while at #UnidosUS, Cecilia talks to us about her four strategies to combat #selfdoubt, the importance of #empowering your team, and the everyday #heros around us. Cecilia now serves as vice president for public interest technology and local initiatives at New America and is a recipient of the MacArthur Genius Award. Learn more about Cecilia at www.ceciliamunoz.com and order your copy of More Than Ready at here. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast and on twitter @tamarindocast or Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow Ana Sheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Fitting in with "Güero" from Gentefied, Carlos Santos May 06, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo, we connect with Carlos Santos, the actor and comedian who plays Chris Morales, one of three cousins that are the central characters of the hit #Latinx #Netlix show #Gentefied. Whether you’ve seen the show or not, we know that many Latinos in the US identify with the experience of not being Mexican (or insert country of origin) enough, something that Carlos’s character Chris wrestles with in hilarious ways. Learn how Carlos brings his comedy chops to shape his Chris, aka, #guero, making him one of the most memorable characters on the show. Then, as a #calma segment, Ana Sheila shares some ways we can check-in with ourselves to better identify the activities that bring us #peace and those that can produce #anxiety so that we can do more of what we love and less of what we don’t need. We also have an important message from UnidosUS. We know that even in the best of times, making healthy decisions can be tough and the coronavirus and economic crises hitting our country isn’t going to make that any easier. As schools nationwide are closed to help stop the coronavirus, millions of children are flocking to digital platforms, exposing them to an environment where their rights and health are at risk. That’s because there is surprising way that your child’s online activity can harm their health: when food and beverage companies aggressively target them with advertisements for junk food. While many sites and platforms provide an educational lifeline and respect children’s digital rights, marketers rely on “Big Data” and digital techniques to blur the lines between content and advertisements and reach children and teens through websites, social platforms and mobile devices, making it tough for even the most involved parent to protect their kids from these practices. UnidosUS believes that the practice of targeted marketing is a major racial and health equity issue because companies specifically target children and youth of color with marketing for foods and drinks that are low in nutrition and high in sugars, salt and fats. Doing this reinforces health inequities where Latino children are more likely suffer from obesity or are more likely to develop diabetes and/or heart disease as adults. This practice is especially harmful to the nation’s Latino children. They get a “double dose” of targeted marketing in BOTH English and Spanish, increasing the number of ads designed to negatively influence their nutrition choices Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Present Over Perfect: Our Chat with Latinas Who Brunch founder Eliana Murillo Apr 22, 2020

#PresentOverPerfect is just one of the many nuggets we took away from our conversation with Eliana Murillo, the founder of #Latinaswhobrunch, a community of badass Latinas. Many of us have grown up afraid to be truly seen or can be paralyzed from even starting to do the work we love because of fear and insecurities. On our latest episode in #thetimeofcorona, we sit down with Eliana to discuss #mindset and #self-development tools and approaches she uses to overcome insecurities, fear, and shame in order to show up most authentically and step into the work she’s called to do for others. In addition to Latinas who brunch, Eliana is the co-founder of her family's organic Tequila Alquimia company, an award-winning USDA certified 100% organic and eco-friendly product that contributes 15% of every harvest to support nonprofit causes. While working at Google, Eliana founded the multicultural marketing team, She graduated from Harvard College and was included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 List in 2017. She's originally from Oxnard, California, and has a big, beautiful Mexican family throughout Ventura County. She currently resides in LA, where she makes art, cooks and does yogatón in between meetings in quarantine.
You can catch Eliana on her personal instagram @inmyelement or leading amazing workshops and conversations on @latinaswhobrunch. We are also excited to announce our virtual storytelling workshop “Your story is your Superpower” coming up on April 30th at 6pm over zoom. The workshop is FREE but you must RSVP to join: bit.ly/storytellingpower We have partnered with the wonderful women of Teatro Luna, an all female WOC theater ensemble, to offer you this amazing free opportunity because we believe in the power of storytelling to help you heal, grow, and take you to the next level - whatever that is. Take ownership of your experiences, tackle that impostor syndrome, and launch your journey as a powerful communicator. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Dealing with La Rona Apr 06, 2020

Team Tamarindo is adjusting to the #physicaldistancing with a remote episode reflecting on what this moment means to Brenda and Ana Sheila and how they are coping with #covid. We share some of the creatives that are helping us find lightness during these dark times, as well as some great resources for information, and causes to support. We also take some time to celebrate our one year #anniversary and four years of #TamarindoPodcast. For some fun creatives we’re enjoying, check out these accounts on instagram: @Latinaswhobrunch @theharrylopez @thecesarcamacho @marcellacomedy For resources for immigrant communities, check out United We Dream and specifically how #undocumented folks can access health care.
We also find the information by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to be useful. For news, we've been liking the coverage of the LA Times and Tamarindo favorite, LA Taco. Here is a template you can use if you would like to request a rent freeze. For a worthy cause providing direct cash relief for #streetvendors in Los Angeles, please consider donating to Inclusive Action for the City’s fund. To help the #seniors in your community, you can support Meal on Wheels or sign-up to volunteer.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Latinx Voices Reflect on American Dirt (Partnership with Project Enye) Mar 23, 2020

As distraction to the world-wide pandemic we are living through, we are releasing an episode that was created several weeks ago before any of us knew how the coronavirus would impact our daily lives. We take this opportunity to send you love, light, and courage during these hard times.
This episode of Tamarindo is a collaboration with Project Enye. This is a compilation of many #Latinx #podcasters reacting to the #AmericanDirt debacle. American Dirt is the novel released earlier this year that was widely criticized for it's racist portrayal of #Mexicans. Thanks to Mexican-American writer Myriam Gurba, the controversy behind American Dirt exposed how the publishing industry systematically silences voices from the #Latinx community. Take a listen and let us know what you think!
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Tristes Con #Warren and our chat with the Executive Producer of the upcoming Selena series! Mar 12, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about the #demprimaries and reflect on what it means to have Senator #Warren drop out of the race. Next, we interview Moises Zamora, the writer and executive producer of the upcoming #Selena series on #Netflix. Moises is Mexican-American, award-winning writer and filmmaker. He won the Binational Literary Prize for Young Novel Border of Words in Mexico for his Spanish-language novel.
We do promote an upcoming event, however, we are monitoring the #coronavirus news and we will keep you posted if the plans for the event change. Stay safe friends y lavate las manos!
Special thanks to our episode sponsor Fuchila Fresheners bringing you the extra #Latinx air fresheners including conchas, Frida and hot cheetos. Use TAMARINDO20 for a special discount at checkout.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Say Fuera to Mind Traps! Feb 27, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo Podcast, Ana Sheila and Brenda break down some of the most common #mindtraps or what we call mind “trampas”. We discuss the negative thought patterns that hold us back and what we can do when we catch ourselves in these spirals to release our inner #Cabrona (or Cabronx). We are putting #genderedterms in the #basura and share the plans we have in the works for a #storytelling workshop with our friends at #Latinaswhobrunch and the theatre company #Teatroluna. Stay tuned for more details! Special thanks to our episode sponsor Fuchila Fresheners bringing you the extra #Latinx air fresheners including conchas, Frida and hot cheetos. Use TAMARINDO20 for a special discount at checkout.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Parenting: Fuchila o Matraca? Feb 12, 2020

On this episode of Tamarindo Podcast, Ana Sheila and Brenda discuss what they are considering when it comes to #parenting. Ultimately, team tamarindo agrees it is a deeply personal decision, but we are opening up this dialogue to you all as we know you've come to love our genuine conversations even when they might be controversial. One thing is for sure, having children is expensive! We talk about some of the #financialtips to consider when you're about to take on that 250K+ expense.
Before that, hear us rant about the #cachetadas that the #Latinx community is starting 2020 with thanks to #basura such as #AmericanDirt and #TacoWood. Ana Sheila throws #wokeness in the basura and we cover some #Disney pluses and minuses as it relates to #diversity.
Here are some of the resources that informed our charla!
The financial journey of modern parentinghttps://mlaem.fs.ml.com/content/dam/ML/Registration/ml_parentstudybrochure.pdfThe cost of raising children today https://www.businessinsider.com/cost-of-raising-a-child-today-merrill-lynch-report-2018-10Americans Are Having Fewer Babies. They Told Us Whyhttps://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/05/upshot/americans-are-having-fewer-babies-they-told-us-why.html?mabReward=CTS2&recid=16xjRCOVcZJ1dqGX8Oj38JKgmMk&recp=4The Gender Pay Gap Is Largely Because of Motherhoodhttps://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/13/upshot/the-gender-pay-gap-is-largely-because-of-motherhood.html
PLUG: As mentioned on the show, Brenda invites you to workout with her at Freestyle Fitness in South Pasadena Tuesdays and Fridays at 6pm. Let us know if you are ready for another #TamarindoPodcast fitness meetup!
Special thanks to our episode sponsor Fuchila Fresheners bringing you the extra Latinx air fresheners including conchas, Frida and hot cheetos. Use TAMARINDO20 for a special discount at checkout.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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On Grief, Gratitude, Joy, and Kobe Jan 29, 2020

Tamarindo podcast is back! As the #LA mourns the loss of a basketball icon, #Kobe, Ana Sheila and Brenda reflect on mourning and ways to heal. Listeners will learn the very personal reason why #TamarindoPodcast was on hiatus and kicks off this season despite some obstacles like a surprise bout with the flu! Plus, we talk about the #AmericanDirt debacle and how #GinaRodriguez needs to fire her publicist. You’ll also hear a bit about our sold out #IntentionSetting event we hosted to ring in the #NewYear. We are so happy to be back in your ears and catch us every two weeks this season!
This episode was produced by Michelle Andrade.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Bonus Episode: Tanya Saracho on Tamarindo! Dec 13, 2019

We are dropping this gem in your feed during our holiday break because we could not wait to share our fabulous conversation with Tanya Saracho! Tanya is a playwright and television writer who currently serves as creator, showrunner, and executive producer of the critically-acclaimed series “Vida” on Starz. Named one of “TV Scribes to Watch” by Variety in 2018, Tanya most recently received the Rising Star award at the Outfest Legacy Awards. “Vida” won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comedy Series, the series also won the Audience Award at the 2018 SXSW Film Festival, and made its season two premiere as an Official Selection of the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival. Honestly there were way more awards and honors I could have shared with you all. But Basically, Tanya is a boss and in addition to Vida, she’s got a few other things cooking that maybe she’ll speak to a little later. She’s originally from Sinaloa, Mexico and grew up along the Texas border. She now lives here in Los Angeles and we are so grateful she took the time to tell us more about her career and what's in store for season three of VIDA!
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228
#VidaStarz #RepresentationMatters #LatinaDirectors #Latinas #TamarindoPodcast #Chicago #LosAngeles #GLAAD #SupportLatinxPodcasts

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The Demographic Revolution, Latinx in the US! Oct 28, 2019

On this episode of #TamarindoPodcast, we are delighted to team up with Nielsen—a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view available of consumers and markets worldwide—to discuss their recent report “LA Oportunidad Latinx: Cultural Currency and the Consumer Journey”. We are joined by Stacie M. de Armas, Vice President at Nielsen to tell us the low-down on this comprehensive report. Stacie is a storyteller, consumer behaviorist, thought leader and a subject matter expert on the U.S. Hispanic market. Join us on this fascinating conversation that shows how the #Latinx community is leading the next #DemographicRevolution, dispels many misconceptions about our community, and gives us data-backed points to be hopeful and inspired!
#Nielsen #Data #Latinx #Census #LatinoVote Check out the Nielsen report her: http://sites.nielsen.com/community/latinx/ Follow Stacie M. De Armas on Instagram: @staciedearmas or on twitter: @staciedearmas
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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"Baila, Baila, Baila"...Tamarindo's Music Episode! Oct 15, 2019

On this special musical episode of Tamarindo, we have not one, but two very talented #WOC artists that are blending genres, while honoring their R & B roots to create some beautiful sounds.
Before we get to our interviews with our special guests Abrina and Malia, we reflect on the #Urban Latinx music takeover that is fully entrenching itself in mainstream American culture at the moment. We also throw a few Latinx songs in the basura that we think are a little tooo played out. Let us know if you agree with us or what you would put in the basura instead!
About our guests:
Abrina is a singer-songwriter, originally from San Diego, who’s upcoming EP “Sunset Cliff” opens with a Latin trap single and is followed by nostalgic tracks that bring together the influences of SoCal R&B, Hip hop, and Latin music. Find her on all streaming platforms and on instagram: @abrinamusic Malia is an alternative soul/r&b singer, guitarist and songwriter. Her last project ‘Late Bloomer’ has amassed millions of streams and has been featured on the Fox show “Star” with Queen Latifah and the upcoming ‘Truth be Told’ starring Octavia Spencer. She’s toured with Syd from The Internet and is a part of the artist collective Soulection. Her sounds are often called healing and her newest EP titled Ripe is one of her rawest and most soulful deliveries yet. Find her on all streaming platforms and on instagram: @maliavibes
We hope you're excited to have #Tamarindopodcast in your ears! Please share this episode and take a moment to rate and review Tamarindo on #applepodcasts. Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con #calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/ Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarindocast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast Follow Brenda on instagram @SweetPixNaranja and on twitter @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

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Discovering Your Energy Chupacabras and More About Stress! Sep 19, 2019

El #Estres! On this episode of Tamarindo, Ana Sheila talks to us about what #stress is really. We learn why stress is not ALL bad but why it’s also more harmful than we think. Chronic stress is actually linked to the 6 leading causes of death.
Many of the stressors our communities face like financial or familial stress are not ones we can easily change without policy changes but Ana Sheila walks us through some of the things we CAN do to start changing our relationship with stress like changing our #mindset and discovering our #energychupacabras so that we can keep doing impactful work for our communities.
We include a technique used by the stress management company @Baskandbeing. You can learn more about them here https://baskandbeing.com/
We also highlight Encantos, a 100% Latinx owned education entertainment company for families. We are running a book giveaway for their latest book @skeletitos so head to our instagram @tamarindopodcast to enter. Giveaway ends on 9/24 at 11:59pm PST!
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Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con #calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/
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“College? She’s Got a Plan for That” Sep 05, 2019

It’s #BacktoSchool, and for many first-gen #Latinx #college students, this can be both an exciting and scary time. On this episode of Tamarindo, Ana Sheila and Brenda revisit their college years at #Standford and #CSUF respectively, share awesome tips helpful for any #collegesurvivalkit, and discuss the state of #collegeaccess today. Stick around for our #basura segment….it has to do with #TacoTuesday!
Resources referenced:
Degree Attainment for Latino Adults: National and State Trends

Elizabeth Warren Has the Biggest Free College Plan Yet (This is Vox article, we incorrectly called this “fox” the second time we reference this on the podcast)
Daisy Verduzco Reyes “Learning to be Latino: How Colleges Shape Identity Politics”, 2018

We are excited to announce our first Tamarindo Calma event! We will be leading a #free #workout and #meditation for our LA listeners on Saturday, September 14th at Vista Hermosa Park. To RSVP, just click on the link.
Also, we mentioned the Dance Warriors program, check out more athttp://www.michelle-morales.com/
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Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at https://www.tamarindopodcast.com/

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We Belong! Mental Health Access in the Latinx Community Aug 22, 2019

On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about #therapy and how it can help when we experience #trauma, a timely conversation with recent events that have targeted the #LatinxCommunity.
On August 3rd, the people of El Paso experienced one of the most harrowing attacks in recent history at the hands of a White supremacist that specifically targeted immigrants and Latinos.
We pause to reflect on that tragedy and other recent policy changes that are adversely affecting our community. As we referenced, this article outlines how the Trump Administration is deliberately attempting to change the face of America so it looks less....well...brown.
At a time when folks in the White House want to tell our community that we don't belong, we know how important it can be to access mental health resources. As part of our commitment to our community's well being, we talk to the creator of the #LatinxTherapy podcast and directory, trauma Psychotherapist, Adriana Alejandre. We discuss trauma, the barriers to accessing therapy, and how Adriana's work is building a community of practice for Latinx therapists.
You'll hear us talk about #affirmations, which are statements that are designed to create self-change and how using these can remind us all that #WeBelong. We're including a link on how to create and use affirmations so you can try it out for yourselves: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smart-relationships/201403/affirmations-the-why-what-how-and-what-if
Latinx Therapy, is an internationally recognized directory and bilingual podcast that destigmatizes #mentalhealth & provides education to combat stigma through technology and mental health services.
Lastly we are excited to announce our first Tamarindo Calma event! We will be leading a #free #workout and #meditation for our LA listeners on Saturday, September 14th at Vista Hermosa Park. To RSVP, just click on the link.
Please share the show with a friend and we hope you're excited to have #Tamarindopodcast back from break!
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at www.tamarindopodcast.com
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Calling Out the Call Out Culture-Tamarindo Live Show! Jul 30, 2019

Is it time to call out the call out culture? We get into it on this bonus episode featuring our live show recorded July 23. Our guests are Gabe González and Daniel Hernandez.
Gabe González is a Puerto Rican writer and comedian. He’s been seen on Comedy Central’s Inside Amy Schumer, MTV's Decoded andthe HBO Latino documentary Habla y Vota. He’s written for places like Mic, Flama and Remezcla. You can catch him right now as a host for "Need To Know" on MTV News or check him out on Scruff’s new quiz show “Hosting,” where he writes and hosts weekly shows focused on LGBTQ history and queer culture. Find him on twitter: @gaybones
Daniel Hernandez is an award-winning journalist, editor, essayist, and documentary host who has worked across the spectrum of news media. He was most recently the editor of L.A. Taco. He is also the author of Down & Delirious in Mexico City (2011), a nonfiction exploration of urban youth subcultures. He has appeared in multiple documentaries (The Day I Met El Chapo, Netflix; The Munchies Guide to Oaxaca, VICE) and is a frequent guest on regional and national radio programs. Find him on twitter: @longdrivesouth
#CallOutCulture #LGBTQ #Latinx #RosselloRenunica #Journalists #TamarindoPodcast
Tamarindo podcast is the lighthearted podcast where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on identity, race, gender, representation, and life! Find us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Introducing Spanish Aqui Presents! Jul 16, 2019

We want to tell you about a new podcast called Spanish Aqui Presents, a brand new podcast from Earwolf that brings you the best of the best of lo mejor of Latinx comedy!

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Reproductive Rights for All! Jul 01, 2019

On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about what is at stake when it comes to #reproductiverights if we don’t take action to stop the intentional work taking place to dismantle #RoevWade. We feature Danielle Perez, stand-up
comedian, writer, and actress who is leveraging her platform to protect #AbortionAccess. She tells us about the YellowHammer Fund: yellowhammerfund.org which provides funding for anyone seeking care at one of Alabama’s three independent abortion clinics. Brenda also references many resources from the National Organizations for Women or now.org so check them out for ways you can protect reproductive rights for all.
And since all this talk about Republicans rolling back the clock on women’s rights can produce anxiety, for our #calmamoment, Ana Sheila shows us how to get started with #journaling, a powerful tool that can improve overall well being and combat anxiety and stress.
Lastly, we announce that Tamarindo is taking a short summer break. Ana Sheila will be taking a mini-sabbatical in Mexico while Brenda gears up for the UnidosUS Annual Conference happening August 3-6 in San Diego. Keep up with us on our socials (handles below) as we’ll be doing some appearances in our stories and instagram-live! In the meantime, you can get more Ana Sheila on this episode of The Hoops Talk Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/user/thegoodnews/ep-21-the-hoops-talk-first-live-show-deb

Don’t forget you can catch us July 23rd in Los Angeles! Part of the mission of Tamarindo is to uplift Latinx voices and experiences, and we want more of them in the podcast space, so we are hosting a workshop to teach you all you need to start your podcast today. The workshop will include a Tamarindo Live recording with special guest journalist Daniel Hernandez, editor of LA Taco! Get your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/start-your-podcast-today-podcasting-workshop-by-tamarindo-podcast-tickets-62641523483

Check-out Danielle Perez at https://www.thedanielleperez.com/

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts
discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by
Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! Find us at
www.tamarindopodcast.com
Follow Tamarindo on twitter @tamarinodcast or on Instagram @Tamarindopodcast
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Call Your Gay Friend Jun 14, 2019

It’s #Pride month and an important time to celebrate the progress achieved by the #LGBTQ rights movement. On this episode of Tamarindo, we talk about Ana Sheila’s experience as a #queer #Latinx including how she came out to her family, her first kiss, and what she wishes more people can be more mindful of when it comes to the #LGBTQ community. Before all of that, we introduce our listeners to a new segment what will feature strategies to reduce stress and be more intentional with our actions. Our wellness enthusiast Ana Sheila will share some tips with Brenda on how to reduce the anxiety of the news.
Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx podcast where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on identity, race, gender, representation, and life! Find us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Tamarindo Podcast Live & Podcast workshop is July 23 at 6pm in Los Angeles. Purchase your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/start-your-podcast-today-podcasting-workshop-by-tamarindo-podcast-tickets-62641523483

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Why #Latinx Representation is More Important Than Ever! May 23, 2019

We asked Dr. Ana-Christina Ramon, co-author of the UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report, Director of Research & Civic Engagement, UCLA Social Sciences, what letter grade she would give Hollywood on their representation of Latinx characters and stories and surprise surprise, Hollywood flunked! She says it she would give Hollywood a D+. “Out of the top 8 roles in films and TV, 5 to 7 percent are portrayed by Latinx actors,” Dr. Ramon says. She goes on to say that “When 18 percent of the population is Latinx, this significant underrepresentation is inexcusable!” We agree with Dr. Ana-Christina Ramon, and so on this episode of Tamarindo, Ana Sheila and Brenda talk about why #Latinx representation is important and share examples of Latinx stories to celebrate and some that make us cringe. We are especially excited to drop this episode today when trailblazing STARZ Original Series VIDA is back for its second season! #VIDA is a show for the Latinx community and we know you’ll love it. We even heard a little bit about her experience as a writer on the show from Jennifer Castillo. We hope you enjoy this episode of Tamarindo and share it with a friend!

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Mamis (mamás, moms, amas) know best! May 10, 2019

On this episode of Tamarindo, we start off with lessons from the biggest #influencers in our lives, our moms. Then we introduce you to our good friend, Rebecca Pleitez, Deputy Director of Grassroots advocacy for the California Primary Care Association, and mommy-in-chief of two, with one on the way.

Although Rebecca has only been a mom for a few years, her experience is unique in that she’s at times been an entrepreneur, military mom, traveling mom, stay at home mom you name it. As you’ll hear, Rebecca is one of the most authentic people we know so we invited her to keep it real with you'all about #momlife.

A lifelong advocate, Rebecca has been involved in #healthpolicy work and local government, most recently supporting California Assemblywoman Carrillo’s entry into office. We talk to Rebecca about ways we can all be advocates for moms and mujeres everywhere on this special #DiadelasMadres episode!

Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend! And if you like what you hear, subscribe to #TamarindoPodcast and write us a review on #ApplePodcast! #SupportLatinxPodcasts

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Pasitos to a Healthier You con Tamarindo! Apr 23, 2019

On this episode of Tamarindo, we start by recapping how we did on our latest #reto or personal challenge! We'll tell you how we did facing our biggest #budget adversaries, happy hours and public transportation fails, you’ll find out who made it to the end and some tips to take home to try your own budget challenge.

We also kick off our first of many conversations around different aspects of #health as they affect our communities. Focusing on physical health for this chat, we share how we took our first “pasitos” or small steps towards a more conscious health awareness of what we eat, how we move, and how our physical health is connected to our emotional, mental, and overall well being. Through ideas on how to create positive habits, the power of accountability, and some personal healthy eating #tips, we set the stage for a fun conversation where we hope you’ll learn something too! We’re including some of the stats and resources we shared on the episode below.

As usual, we share our matraca and basura, including a nod to #DoloresHuerta who was honored with her own day in California on April 10th. We won’t reveal our basura, but we will say we wish “we could turn back time” on her comments!

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Tamarindo Podcast is the #Latinx podcast discussing politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma! It is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino and is available wherever you listen to podcasts!

Health statistics:

Diabetes statistics: http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/statistics/

Latino health disparities:

https://familiesusa.org/product/latino-health-disparities-compared-non-hispanic-whites

CDC health stats: https://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/hispanic-health/index.html

WHO chronic disease report https://www.who.int/chp/chronicdiseasereport/part1/en/index11.html

Healthy tips:

7 minute workout app : https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/j-j-official-7-minute-workout/id784797900?mt=8

Healthiest veggies: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/14-healthiest-vegetables-on-earth#section6

The benefits of quinoa: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-benefits-of-quinoa

Zones where people live the longest and what they have in common: https://www.bluezones.com/2016/11/power-9/

Healthy Pancake Recipe:

Half a cup of oatmeal

Half cup of cottage cheese or greek yogurt

¾ cup of egg whites

2 stevia packets

Mix all of the ingredients in a food processor and prepare like regular pancakes

Top with Walden Farms 0 calorie syrup

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Chicano, Latina, Latinx...What's in a Name? Apr 03, 2019

On this episode of Tamarindo, our very own wellbeing-enthusiast Ana Sheila kicks off our new segment on personal challenges or #retos that push us to take note of our habits, identify what's harming vs. helping, and helps us live more intentionally.

Next, we delve into a discussion on #identity as we reflect on "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" the young adult novel by Erika L. Sanchez. Our chat is light on spoilers, so even if you haven't read this story of a #FirstGen Mexican teen named Julia who is grappling with the recent death of her older sister Olga, you'll connect with the themes we discuss. We reflect on labels like #Chicano, #Latina, #Latinx and other terms that we have connected to at different points in our lives. We know #MEChA has made the news recently and both of us talk a bit about our days as part of MEChA in high school and college. We can't wait to hear your thought on this as well!

Finally, we give a big Tamarindo #matraca to the forces behind a growing national community of badass #Latinas who lift each other up, #LatinasWhoBrunch! Tamarindo is teaming up with #TeatroLuna to co-host Latinas Who Brunch LA on Saturday April 6. Learn more about the event on this episode and secure your ticket here!

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Meet Ana Sheila Victorino, Tamarindo’s new co-host! Mar 15, 2019

On this episode of Tamarindo we introduce you to wellness enthusiast, low key chismosa, and recovering model immigrant, Ana Sheila Victorino, the newest voice of team Tamarindo! Brenda interviews Ana Sheila and we learn how she came to be a Latina in tech to the co-founder of a wellness company. Originally from Mexico City, Ana Sheila received her BA from Stanford University and an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management where she was the VP of Diversity and Inclusion and served on the board for Out@Anderson, the #LGBT club. She especially loves working with and for underserved communities of all shapes and colors, romance languages (she speaks 3 ½), most everything from the 90s, and is deeply committed to her impact on this earth through how she lives and what she eats. In true Tamarindo tradition, we discuss what’s been buggin’ us lately and what we’re celebrating. We chat a bit about #auntbecky and entitled rich kids cheating their way to college #collegeadmissionsscandal and also what we want to see more of on the beach! We are so excited to have Ana Sheila on board and you can expect us to delve into ways to live our lives authentically, healthy and balanced.

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Storytelling with Christina Igaraividez Feb 26, 2019

Tamarindo con Brenda is back today with a conversation with Christina Igaraividez storyteller, actor, writer and content creator. Whether it’s an ensemble production or a digital short, she is constantly working on how to get people to laugh (and sometimes cry). She is also the co-creator for the digital Latina comedy channel Latinaish TV. Christina is also ensemble member of Teatro Luna (the country’s first Pan-Latina theater company) and with Teatro Luna West (LA chapter) where she produces and hosts a monthly storytelling show, that exclusively features women of color, called Talking While Female: Storytelling Sessions, located at Studio Luna in Boyle Heights. You can catch Brenda telling a story this week on February 28, 2019. For tickets to the show, click here.

Tamarindo is back with new voices this March. Keep up with Tamarindo at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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Leadership con Cariño, interview of Mari Riddle, Executive Director of Grand Performances Aug 15, 2018

On this episode of Tamarindo, Brenda chats with her friend and mentor Mari Riddle, the first Latina Executive Direct of Grand Performances, a nonprofit whose mission is to inspire community, celebrate diversity, and unite Los Angeles through free access to global performing arts. Together, they chat about what it means to bring your whole self to work and the challenges of being the head of a nonprofit organization. For 30 years, Grand Performances is one of Southern California’s largest presenters of free performing arts programs and an important summer destination in the Grand Avenue Arts District of downtown Los Angeles. It's a place where you can catch an opera about Pancho Villa, dance to world music, see bands from Cuba or hip hop group from Tehran. A truly LA experience! You can support Grand Performance on October 6th during their fundraiser.

Co-host Melinna Bobadilla is away at film festivals for the film she stars in “We know Where You Live”, directed by Honora Talbott, the story of a Mexican American couple moving into a trendy, gentrifying LA neighborhood who receive a “warm welcome” from two hipsters who are not what they seem. If you’re in LA, check out Melinna on Friday August 17 at the Holy Shorts Film Festival at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood. Get tickets here!

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#WomenStandUp (Collab w/ Wait, Hold up!) Mar 26, 2018

Melinna and Brenda join the ladies behind Wait, Hold Up! podcast for this very special Women's History Month episode. Wait, Hold Up! Is hosted by Jessica Molina @heyjessmolina and Yarel Ramos @yarel_ramos and each week these fierce ladies interview people who are on their grind and learn the 'wait, hold up' moments that changed their lives. Join us as we discuss how we can all make sure our #feminism isn't just lip service. We hope you enjoy our chat and follow some of our action items so you can lift the women that inspire you!

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Part 2: #OscarsNotSoBrown: Filmmaking while Brown with Linda Yvette Chávez & Marvin Lemus Mar 05, 2018

As we collectively process the impact of last night's #Oscars, we’re left pondering what progressed and what stayed the same when it comes to POC & Latinx representation on screen? We are happy to count the awards that went to Guillermo del Toro, Coco, and Jordan Peele as wins, but what about the fact that only 2.7% of film roles go to Latinxs? (http://remezcla.com/lists/film/ucla-hollywood-diversity-report-2018/) Lets get INTO IT with two Latinx filmmakers working to change this dire statistic. This episode is part two of our interview with Linda Yvette Chávez and Marvin Lemus, the creators of the bilingual digital series GENTE-FIED (2017 Sundance Film Festival Selection, executive produced by America Ferrera & MACRO Ventures). If you haven’t yet, stop what you’re doing and immediately play part one of where we meet these award-winning writers, directors, and producers, who are passionate about telling nuanced #latinx stories and multi-dimensional, characters. On this episode, we talk about #intersectionality and dive further into race, ethnicity & gender in the film industry, and explore why #RepresentationMatters. We’re way over the lip service to #diversity and are here for some equity and inclusion! And yes, we cosign #FrancesMcDormand ’s suggestion of the #InclusionRider. Additionally, a group of Latinx industry professionals led by National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC), gathered Saturday 3/3, to demand greater roles for #Latinxs both behind the scenes here:http://www.latinorebels.com/2018/03/04/nhmc-pre-oscars-protesters-demand-latinx-inclusion/

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Bonus Episode! - Making Movies Jan 26, 2018

This is a bonus episode of #TamarindoPodcast featuring Making Movies, an American Rock band from Kansas City, Missouri. The band is made up of two sets of brothers: Enrique Chi, Diego Chi, Juan Carlos Chaurand, and Andres Chaurand, whose Latin roots influence the band's unique sound. Brenda met with Making Movies during a stop on their #ImmigrantsAreBeautiful tour and discussed the power of music in activism. In this episode, you will hear "Brave Enough", "Locura Colectiva" and "Spinning Out" from the band's latest album I am Another You. Melinna and Brenda will both be back for our next episode so be sure to subscribe!

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Other music in this episode includes "Boracha" by Utopia

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Minicast- #EducatedPeleonera Review of the Week: #NoMOORE and MORE! Dec 15, 2017

On this minicast episode of Tamarindo, Melinna Bobadilla and Brenda Gonzalez, your favorite #educatedpeleoneras, give you a rundown of the week's highlights. We talk about the historic #AlabamaSenate race, Salma Hayek's raw #metoo NY Times OpEd, and what we are loving or side-eyeing on screen, in our returning segment: #Telenoveleando! This week, we cover the blockbuster film #Coco and Spike Lee’s new Netflix series, #ShesGottaHaveit. Listen for recent #Chanclazos, #BidiBidiBomBoms, and few fun announcements. FYI Tamarindo will go on a brief winter break for the next few weeks. We will be back in mid-January with fresh new episodes!

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Minicast - ¡brava! Nov 01, 2017

This mini-cast episode we have Paula Z. Gomez as guest host. Paula supports Tamarindo as a fan and website maven. Together, they discuss what makes for a perfect girls trip and the importance of spending time with amigas. Brenda and Paula interview Martha E. Flores, founder of the Latina-centered media company, ¡brava! Martha's expertise include awesome storytelling, viral pop culture and at-scale content. Hear these #mujeres get into the brands and content that speak to them and why #latina content matters.

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#39 - Lift Each Other Up with Lucy Flores of mitú, and Julissa Arce as guest host Oct 22, 2017

Washington Post best-selling author Julissa Arce joins Brenda as guest host. Together, they interview Lucy Flores who was the first Latina elected to the Nevada state legislature. Julissa and Brenda discuss #noposwow moments when we are shocked at the actions of others. Julissa shares examples of recent personal attacks from folks in our own community. A central theme on this episode is how we can do better to lift each other up and not tear each other down. Get inspired by Lucy's story of overcoming great challenges and how this #chingona is continuing to push important issues forward, such as #justicereform and #immigration as Vice President of Public Affairs at mitú, a digital media company that creates authentic, culturally relevant stories. Keep up with Lucy at lucyflores.com and with Julissa at julissarce.com. Please rate and review #TamarindoPodcast

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#Minicast:Meet Morado Lens with Dolores Huerta Oct 13, 2017

This episode features an introduction to our fans to Morado Lens, a feminist podcast hosted by two childhood friends who discuss embracing your #innerbruja. Hear how Cindy Rodriguez and Nathalie Farfan interview #DoloresHuerta. Subscribe today and #supportbrownpodcasts.

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# 38 - The Currently Crossover Oct 05, 2017

This is a cross-over episode with Betsy Aimee of The Currently and Brenda Gonzalez of Tamarindo. Betsy and Brenda discuss the book Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body, by Roxane Gay. They tackle the book's themes including body image, growing up with immigrant parents, and trauma. This episode closes with a discussion on what should be in an #adultingstarterkit. Get to know these hosts and check out both of these podcasts. The Currently Podcast is about the defining moment of a generation. Writer, and Creative Entrepreneur Betsy Aimee dives into current events, culture shifts, personal development and social good with interesting guests from all walks of life. Sign up to receive The Currently Newsletter for tips on things to listen, read, and watch learn more @betsyaimeec, or via betsyaimee.com. Tamarindo podcast is a socially conscious talk show with a Latinx vibe discussing race, politics, music, and life! In each episode, guests and hosts decide who gets a #chanclazo or scolding and discuss why. Keep up with tamarindo at tamarindopodcast.com

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Hood Digest Minicast (Live) Sep 28, 2017

This is a #minicast episode and recording on our #instagram live convo with #HoodDigest. We discuss #CardiB #PuertoRico #TakeAKnee and #HispanicHeritageMonth. We also ask you to save the date for #PodcasteriaFest a #Latinx podcast festival happening November 19 in #LosAngeles in conjunction with #MolcajeteDominguero. We also hope to see many of you at #Tropicalia Music and Taco Festival in Long Beach! Please rate and review #Tamarindopodcast so other folks can find us!

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#36 Gaining independence from strict parents with Magdalena Guillen Sep 15, 2017

Tamarindo podcast summer intern, Lauren Gaytan, guest hosts this episode as her final summer project with Tamarindo. Lauren and Brenda interview Magdalena "Maggie" Guillen, an editor at aol.com where she helps manage front page content and interviews cool celebrities and lifestyle brands. Maggie is launching a poetry book and is part of a female empowerment network. On this episode, we tackle what it's like to start your life/career and gaining independence when you have strict and traditional parents, a topic many #Latinas can relate to. We also touch on #selfcare, #careeradvice, and life! Keep up with Maggie at @mgthatisme. We wish our first, ever, intern Lauren best of luck on her future endeavors. If you are interested in a fall internship on Tamarindo and are local to LA, please contact us at tamarindopodcast.com

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#DACA Minicast Sep 07, 2017

Brenda of Tamarindo and Elmer of #HoodDigest recorded an #instagramlive special minicast reacting to the September 5, 2017 news that #45 would rescind #DACA. This is a podcast "minicast" of that same conversation that so many of you joined us for. Catch our full episodes at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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#35 Made in LA: Irene Diaz on Tamarindo (musical guest) Aug 30, 2017

Tamarindo guest host, Elmer Roldan of #HoodDigest joins Brenda Gonzalez on this musical episode with the amazingly talented, Irene Diaz. Born and raised in East LA, Irene Diaz emerges out of the Chicano Music scene as a serenading songstress, moving her audience to sing and sway to the love songs she has created. Her debut EP "I Love You Madly" showcased Diaz's musical style and ability to crossover and draw inspiration from different genres ranging from Jazz to R&B to Folk. She received critical acclaim for "I Love You Madly"....and now she is working on her highly anticipated full length album set to be released in 2018. You'll also hear Tamarindo Podcast community manager, Lauren Gaytan on this one.

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Rebroadcast--Tribute to #JuanGabriel Aug 28, 2017

This is a rebroadcast of our tribute to #JuanGabriel the iconic #Mexican singer song writer we lost a year ago. Please take a moment to rate and review #TamarindoPodcast. With your help, new listeners can discover us and help us grow. Increasing our listenership helps us gain the resources to produce more episodes! Help us with a review today!

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BONUS Mincast: #Charlottesville Aug 17, 2017

This #minicast episode is a brief interview with a Charlottesville based organization called Sin Barreras/Without Barriers. Through our conversation with Edgar Lara, we learn of a different side of the community of #Charlottesville. Though it is difficult to find hope after a weekend filled with hate, we know many are motivated to ask "What can I do?" Here is how one organization is responding to that call. Learn more about Sin Barreras at http://sinbarrerascville.com/ and also track the hashtag #RiseUpVA and https://www.facebook.com/DreamersofVirginia/

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#33-Discussing Rape Culture with Locatora Radio Aug 08, 2017

The amazing #mujeres behind the podcast Locatora Radio join Tamarindo to discuss their work, background, and to breakdown what rape culture is and howe we can help end it. This episode is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio. We will have Luis on our next full episode with some of the stars of Suit Zoot's latest run in Los Angeles. After that, you can keep up with Luis on his podcast "Nos Vemos en El Swap Meet"--a Spanish language podcast featuring the stories of those who shop, sell, and frequent the Swap Meet. Please stay connected with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

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EastSide Sol with Jorge Madrid Jul 19, 2017

Luis is joined by Tamarindo intern Lauren Gaytan as guest host discussing #dichos #molcajetedominguero and a #kardashian gets a #chancla. Lauren shares all about her first day at Tamarindo #bucketlist. Next, Brenda and Luis speak to Jorge Madrid, the Manager for California Clean Energy and the #EnvironmentalDefenseFund and learn about #EnvironmentalEquity. If you are in the LA area, be sure to check out #EastSideSol on August 19 at Mariachi Plaza in Boyle Heights for a community celebration of art, music, and a healthy environment. Learn why Jorge is passionate about environmental justice and equity issues and how you can get involved!

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# 31 Brown Girls Rising and #SaltyCrunchy Jun 22, 2017

This is a jammed packed episode where Luis and Brenda first discuss Pride, then kick it off with TWO great interviews on this episode. We talk to Audrey Bellis, the creator of the #BrownGirlsRising podcast and founder for Worthy Women. She is a first generation Latina killing it in the tech space. Go to www.worthywomen.co to learn more about her many projects. We also catch up with Wendy Carrillo candidate for State Assembly in California's 51st District. Check out www.wendyforassembly.com to learn more about her and we hope you love our #saltycrunchy jam in her interview. Finally, some of the music on this episode is courtesy of Irene Diaz music, a Los Angeles-based artist with an amazing voice, she'll be on the show in a future episode, but check her out at www.irenediazmusic.com. Lastly, we are supporting a local nonprofit, AltaMed, by offering a discount to their amazing East LA Meets Napa event happening July 28 at LA Live. Use promo code TAMWINE at check out and we hope to see you there! Join us on July 12 for Wine Wednesdays at AltaMed to learn about their work and go to @altamedfoodwine on #Instagram for more details. A very special thanks to #ProducerJeff who not only produces #TamarindoPodcast, but he also has his own music podcast called Chromacast. Subscribe to us both today and write us a review!

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Rebroadcast--Reflecting on Orlando Jun 08, 2017

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LURNing with Rudy (Minicast) Jun 01, 2017

On this minicast episode, Brenda chats with Rudy Espinoza, Executive Director of LURN, the Leadership for Urban Renewal Network. This nonprofit implements innovative strategies to revitalize low-income urban areas through advocacy and micro-financing. In addition to learning about LURN, Brenda and Rudy discuss the campaign to legalize street vending in Los Angeles and what this means for immigrant communities. Rudy shares how he helped create LURN and why he is passionate about investing in our community. You can visit LURN's website at www.lurnnetwork.org to find out more about this fabulous organization.

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#29-East Los to East Coast, Dos! May 24, 2017

We bring back Kristie Hernandez, a star from our #MujeresLead series! Kristie achieved her dream of being an appointee of #PresidentObama and worked for the Department of Defense and later she worked for the Peace Corps. Now she's back in East Los Angeles to tell us her experience being one of very few #Latinas at the Pentagon.

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#28 - Chicano Eats May 11, 2017

Brenda and Luis chat with Esteban, aka, Chicano Eats, the sweetest guest they've ever had, who came to the studio with chocolate abuelita flavored cookies and cupcakes! He is a food blogger that creates works of art with his amazing and colorful photographs that invite viewers to "un pedacito" of his Mexican American roots. Check out www.chicanoeats.com for his recetas, pictures, and blog! This is a finger licking good episode! #provecho

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Minicast La SalvadoReina May 02, 2017

Brenda chats with Cindy Zavala, aka, La SalvadoReina. Cindy brings a fresh hip hop take to the cumbia world with her contagious sound. Her love for the Salvadorian community of her hometown of Washington DC comes through in her hit video "Cumbia Capital" (https://youtu.be/oKNXhAjXPg0) See how this stylish singer and performer leaves her mark on the cumbia scene. A new resident of San Antonio Texas, when she's off the dance floor you can find Cindy at a Selena festival or listening to Tamarindo! By day, she is part of the Education Programs team at the National Council of La Raza. Check out this minicast produced by our very own Luis Octavio and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

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# 27 - Uriel Saenz - Modern Day Renaissance Man Apr 25, 2017

We chat with Uriel Saenz, a celebrated leader who is credited as an international fashion designer, Military Veteran (USMC) and a respected media man. He is currently VP of Multicultural Development & Strategy for the Los Angeles Times. Uriel Saenz has taken his work around the world, was selected featured American Designer in China and has been a participant of Mercedes- Benz fashion week. We get very deep and personal with Uriel learning of the many challenges he has overcome and the barriers he is breaking. He talks about his role as a single father to a daughter, who is now a young adult, and gives us a humble and vulnerable account of a recent experience he is living as a parent. This is an important episode to listen to. Trigger Warning We discuss domestic violence.

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#26 - Benjamin Shalom Bachenheimer Rodriguez Apr 12, 2017

Comedian and director Benjamin-Shalom Rodriguez joins Brenda and Luis and discusses filmmaking, story-telling, and why his abuelita Mari is his best friend. Ben is the co-creator of the web series Pushy Riots and other projects such a "Mari con Ben" starring abuelita. On our next full-episode we are excited to have Uriel Saenz, fashion designer and creator of Latinos de Hoy, the LA Times event that honors Latino leaders. Subscribe to Tamarindo so you don't miss an episode! Follow Ben at @thebunrodriguez and check out Pushy Riot: https://youtu.be/0ya1V5lu1HI

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# 25 - Las Cafeteras Apr 01, 2017

Los Angeles based @LasCafeteras blend roots music, punk, hip hop, beat music, cumbia and rock, for their beautiful melodies, which tell powerful stories of their neighborhood and community. Band members Denise Carlos and Daniel French join #tamarindopodcast to tell us the story behind the band, and to preview songs from their new album #TastesLikeLA which releases April 14. Find tour dates and more at www.lascafeteras.com Don't forget to rate and review us to help other listeners find our show! Write to us at tamarindopodcast@gmail.com

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Miniscast-Part 4 #WomensHistoryMonth #Chispita Mar 28, 2017

On this finale installment of our four part series, #MujeresLead, we hear from Dolores Arredondo, Commissioner for LA County Department of Public Social Services, leader at a fortune 100 company, and long-time volunteer leader on numerous nonprofit boards. Ms. Arredondo tells us the power of harnessing your inner fire, or #chispita, for leadership. She shares with us what #faith #family and #fitness mean to her and how these three core values drive her. A mentor for Brenda, Ms. Arredondo, is also a long time volunteer of Hispanas Organized for Political Equality, or HOPE, an organization she once chaired. Ms. Arredondo has a Bachelors of Arts from Wellesley College and MBA from Pepperdine University. She is a mother, wife, sister, aunt, and mentor to many, many amazing #mujeres. Please rate and review #tamarindopodcast and share this great story with a friend.

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Minicast-Part 3 of #MujeresLead series, Kristie Hernandez from East Los to East Coast Mar 26, 2017

In this third installment of our #WomensHistoryMonth series #MujeresLead, we hear from Kristie Hernandez, who just returned home to East LA after two years in the Obama Administration. Ms.Hernandez has over a decade of experience in government affairs, most recently as an appointee of President Obama where she spent time in the Department of Defense and later as Deputy Director of Congressional Relations at the Peace Corps. What makes this interview so special is getting to hear from Kristie's mother, Rita Hernandez, who celebrates the great accomplishments of her daughter who was able to "volar!" Please share this podcast with the hashtag #trypod #supportpocpodcasts #supportbrownpodcasts

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Mujeres Lead: Women's History Month Part 2 (minicast) Mar 23, 2017

This is part two of our Women's History Month series. Brenda connects with Nora Vargas, Vice President of Community & Government relations for Planned Parenthood of the Pacific South West. She is a Governor Brown Appointee to California's State Teacher's Retirement Program. Ms. Vargas was appointed and later elected to the Southwestern Community College District Governing Board in the San Diego area. Ms. Vargas tells us how her experience growing up in the San Diego-Tijuana border area, raised by two feminist parents, has shaped her leadership. She has a wealth of experience as a political consultant and her passion for politics is fueled by a drive to serve her community. We hope you enjoy this minicast interview with this badass leader. Please write and review #tamarindopodcast and subscribe!

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#24 - One Year of Chanclazos! Mar 17, 2017

Brenda and Luis celebrate one year of bringing Tamarindo Podcast to your ears! Hear from our friends and fans as we look back at our favorite moments and recommend past episodes. We also speak to our friend Rashad Al-Dabbagh, who is the founder and director of the Arab American Civic Council, an advocacy organization based in Anaheim's Little Arabia. He is an immigrant born in Saudi Arabia to Palestinian and Armenian parents and joins us to discuss his leadership supporting refugees. Lastly, we give a very belated chancla to Salma Hayek who is not a #wokebae

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Mujeres Lead:Women's History Month Part 1 (Minicast) Mar 16, 2017

It's Women's History Month and Brenda is speaking to amazing #mujeres about #Latina #leadership. This is part one with Dr. Feliza Ortiz-Licon, Senior Director of Education Leadership at the National Council of La Raza, and the only Latina on the California State Board of Education. Previous roles for Dr. Ortiz-Licon include Director of College Access, Fulfillment Fund; Director of Policy/Chief of Staff, Los Angeles Unified School District, Board District 5; researcher, Urban Planning, Housing/Land Use Development, City of Long Beach/Institute of Urban & Regional Development; elementary school teacher, Long Beach Unified School District. She is a mother, wife, sister, chingona, and friend. We hope you enjoy this minicast conversation with Feliza where she discusses the importance of mentorship, code switching, leadership, and more! Look for a second minicast with another amazing Latina leader soon!

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One Year Anniversary Call for Voice memos! Mar 09, 2017

Brenda and Luis are recording their one year anniversary episode this Sunday March 12. To be included in our celebration, record a short voice memo and e-mail it to Tamarindopodcast@gmail.com by 9:00am PST March 12. You can also rate and review us on Itunes and we will be reading comments from there also. Thank you for supporting us this year!

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Get Out--SPOILER ALERT with FavyFav MiniCast Mar 07, 2017

Friend of the podcast FavyFav of Latinos Who Lunch joins Brenda for a chat about the movie making all the buzz, Get Out. This is a minicast episode in between the full Tamarindo Episodes which you can subscribe on itunes! Don't forget to review this minicast!

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#23-From Wall Street to Activist, Julissa Arce on Tamarindo Feb 28, 2017

Julissa Arce, author of "My Underground American Dream," joins us to tell us how she made it in Wall Street while keeping a secret. Now, she is a writer, speaker, and social justice advocate and is the co-founder and chairwoman of the Ascend Educational Fund providing scholarships to immigrant students regardless of status. Find her work at julissaarce.com and follow her at @julissaarce on Twitter. And this episode's music is courtesy of Veronique Medrano check her out at veroniquemedrano.com. Don't forget to follow us @tamarindocast and rate and review our podcast!

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Police Brutality in Anaheim--Minicast with Gabriel San Roman, OC Weekly Feb 23, 2017

A year after the KKK led violence in Anaheim, the city of Mickey is making national news again due to an off-duty LAPD officer's violent altercation with a minor. Gabriel San Roman, reporter for the OC Weekly, joins Tamarindo to discuss the case and tensions in the Magic Kingdom. Brenda also references the Law Enforcement Accountability Network found at www.learn4change.org. Find coverage of this incident at www.ocweekly.com and follow Gabriel at @gsanroman2

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Tamarindo Podcast Guest Selections - We <3 Jamie Prado Feb 14, 2017

Our good friend and Los Angeles based house music uber producer Jamie Prado returns to the podcast to bless us with a finely curated selection of music that is a must listen! Our Valentine's Day gift to our listeners because we <3 u and we <3 Jamie Prado for this perfect soundtrack to this day of love. Enjoy.

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# 22 - In Love With Eddie G Feb 13, 2017

Brenda & Luis are back from a short break with a Valentine's Day themed episode. We discuss what we're watching on TV, play a fun game with our partners, and interview the amazing Eddie G, the YouTube star who drops "Kuh-nowledge Bombs" on the internet. His beloved character Tiburcio joins us to give love advice. Check him out at www.omgitseddieg.com. Subscribe to Tamarindo Podcast for a special Valentine's day gift for your ears!

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#19 - DREAMing with Rafael Agustin (Re-broadcast) Jan 15, 2017

Tamarindo Podcast with Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio is taking a short break. This is a rebroadcast of episode 19, DREAMing with Rafeel Agustin, the actor, playwright, and Executive Director of two local nonprofits. Tamarindo Podcast will be back in mid-February. Tell us your topic ideas at tamarindopodcast@gmail.com

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#21 - Karina Got Jokes - Our Chat With Comedian Karina Luna Jan 06, 2017

Luis and Brenda welcome 2017 with jokes and laughter. Actress, comedian, and storyteller, Karina Luna shares her experience breaking into the comedy scene and more! Check her out @KarinaGotJokes

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Be About It!--Our minicast chat with Wendy Carrillo Candidate for Congress Dec 30, 2016

Our last minicast for 2016, is an interview with Wendy Carrillo, candidate for the 34th Congressional seat which includes several communities in the east side of Los Angeles County. Wendy is a former labor organizer and journalist, who used to host Power 106's show, Knowledge is Power. She grew up in the district since she arrived in the US from El Salvador as an undocumented child escaping war and violence. If elected, Wendy will be the only Salvadoran woman and second formerly undocumented person in congress. She tells Brenda of #tamarindopodcast all about why she is running in this special election. Learn more about Wendy at www.votewendycarrillo.com

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#18 - Oaxacking Dead Nov 24, 2016

For your #thanksgiving commute, enjoy our #Oaxacking episode where Luis and Brenda record on the road earlier in November. We talk #DiadelosMuertos and #Halloween and eat our way around #Oaxaca. We also discuss some of our #gripes when visiting the motherland. Also, don't forget to check out Tortilla Factory stickers where you can get your very own #tamarindopodcast stickers to text to friends. Check them out here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tortilla-factory-sticker-pack/id1155794988?mt=8

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Election Recap: Moving Beyond WTF (minicast) Nov 19, 2016

Amiga of the #tamarindopodcast Anna Castro joins us for some #positive actions we can take in the wake of the #presidentialelection. She takes a pause from her work at #MiFamiliaVota to speak to Brenda on this #minicast episode with some great ways we can all move forward in #solidarity.

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#17 - Election Night Collab w/ Latino Rebels Nov 13, 2016

Join us as we relive the emotional #electionnight with Brenda of #Tamarindopodcast and Sharis of Latino Rebels. On this #LatinasVote special, these two #traveisas bring a mic to an election night party in #DTLA and speak to #Latinas a they watch the election. We also join the #DrugPolicyAlliance at their #Prop64 victory party where we learn more about California's success in #decriminalizing #marijuana. You'll hear from #dreamhamton, a filmaker, writer and organizer who spoke at the #DPA victory party. We know that the 2016 Election was emotional and that like you, many of us are angry, afraid, and concerned. We plan to discuss this and more in many future #tamarindpodcasts and encourage your contributions to tamarindpodcast@gmail.com

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Tamarindo Minicast - La Cocina de Frida (Oaxaca Adventure Preview!) Nov 08, 2016

As a preview to our first ever full travel episode on our Oaxaca adventure, Luis interviews the famous owner of La Cocina de Frida in Ocotlán Oaxaca Mx. We discover her incredible story and incredible food. Enjoy and look out for our full Oaxaca cast soon!

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#16 - Latinx, Si o No Oct 26, 2016

The fabulous duo Favy Fab & Babelito of the podcast Latinos Who Lunch join the Tamarindos to discuss important things like the term Latinx, chanclas, and snacks! Catch this episode and subscribe to Latinos Who Lunch to catch Luis & Brenda on their show!

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Latino USA recommends Tamarindo Podcast! Oct 16, 2016

A brief hello and welcome to our new listeners following the shout out we got from #NPR #LatinoUSA! Luis and Brenda are working hard to bring you fresh new episodes , which we release twice a month. This weekend we are visiting #LatinosWhoLunch in LAS VEGAS to record. Subscribe to them and to us! Thank you for your support and stay tuned for more!

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Microcast--Quick check-in with our friend Mayor Bao Ngyuen Oct 13, 2016

This is a quick check-in with our friend #GardenGrove Mayor Bao Nguyen and candidate for #USCongress . If elected, #MayorBao will be the first openly #Gay #Immigrant elected to #Congress. #Progressive #Historic #Vote #Election

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#15 - Cha Cha Bitch Oct 11, 2016

We talk to AB Soto, the creator of the colorful tune "Cha Cha Bitch" and how he is channeling his Mexican roots in his music, performances, and fashion. Catch him on October 29th at Precinct in downtown LA! We dare you not to Cha Cha Bitch all the way there!

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#14 - ChingonaHarmony Sep 30, 2016

Bad ass journalist, Sharis Delgadillo of the Latino Rebels podcast joins us as we discuss the perils of being a Chingona and dating in today's digital age.

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#13 - Erik Rivera On Every Corner Sep 23, 2016

Luis & Brenda welcome comedian Erik Rivera and discuss #tacotrucksoneverycorner, how comedy heals, and the joys of fatherhood. We also tell you hilarious invention ideas on our Tiburon Tank segment and Brenda tries to keep it together after many #ilovemicheladas

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Tamarindo Podcast - #12 - Juan Gabriel Tribute Aug 29, 2016

Luis and Brenda pay tribute to the iconic Mexican composer and pop star Juan Gabriel, who died on August 28th, hours before recording this episode. Listeners share what #JuanGa meant to them, their favorite songs, and there is even a little singing! We hear from our friends at Latinos Who Lunch and tell you about some great podcasts including: Latino USA, In the Thick, Ray's Latino Podcast, and Call Your Girlfriend. We also chat a bit about travel customer services woes and the targeting of actress Leslie Jones. We missed you during our tiny break, happy listening!

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#10 - Jamie Prado...The Colombian Connection Jul 26, 2016

We invite Jamie Prado, the talented LA-based house music producer down for a chat about his fantastic music, and his recent re-connection with his Colombian roots, including the philanthropy work he is doing there. He even blessed us with a live dj set of latin flavored house music! Put your cha-chas on for this one!

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#9 - The War On Drugs Jul 08, 2016

Luis and Brenda have a fascinating conversation with Armando Gudino of the Drug Policy Alliance--the nation's leading organization championing drug policy grounded on science, compassion, health and human life. He takes us on a journey discussing Latino taboos, our obsession with gangsters in media and movies, the war on drugs, and the impact of drug policies on Latinos. This is a wild ride! Check it out and check out www.drugpolicy.org

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#8 - A Queer History Jul 02, 2016

Luis and Brenda welcome friends behind a documentary that shares the story of Los Angeles' place in LGBTQ history, LA: A Queer History. Find out all about this project here: http://laaqueerhistory.com/. Richard Corral, executive producer, and Gregorio Davila, the film's director, drop in to tell us details about the project. We also welcome Ryan Mendoza to dish politics and tell us about the upcoming DTLA Proud Festival which celebrates the profound revitalization of downtown Los Angeles and the growing LGBT community in the area. This festival is August 7th, 2016 at Pershing Square. Learn more here: http://dtlaproudfestival.org/. Lastly, as mentioned on the show, if you are in need of CPR training, check out: https://www.undeadcpr.com/#/.

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#7 - Reflecting On Orlando Jun 19, 2016

To open this very powerful episode that shares Luis' coming out journey, we take a moment and discuss the tragic mass shooting that occurred in Orlando where 49 people had their lives cut short through a senseless hate crime. While we reflect on this tragedy, we also admire the strength, resilience, and solidarity of the beautiful LGBTQ community.

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#6 - Are You An Ñ? Jun 10, 2016

Denise Soler Cox is our guest as we discover what it means to be (ñ)! This documentary film maker is passionate about sharing (ñ) stories and bringing the concept of (ñ) into the mainstream American consciousness. Learn all about this project at projectenye.com

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#5 - "Las Reinas de Brilliance" May 25, 2016

Get inspired with the fabulous mujeres on this episode! We start with life coach and leadership trainer, Liz Garcia of The Life in Brilliance Podcast, giving great life and management tips. Then we hear the struggles of pursuing a Ph.D. while undocumented with Gloria Montiel and Jessica Valenzuela, two out of three of “Las Reinas del Norte.” Check out Gloria’s story featured in Almost American. If you are undocumented or dacamented and attending college at a selective private college, contact Gloria to participated in her research at Gloria.Montiel@cgu.edu. Read more about the UndocuPhds on their blog. Listeners of the #tamarindopodcast receive 50% off of Liz Garcia’s “Luv Me” retreat: http://www.lifeinbrilliance.com/luvmeretreat/ contact Liz today at liz@staylimitless.com! Lastly, don’t forget to join us for #BAOcheladas on May 27 in Fullerton https://bao2016.com/baocheladas/#!

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#4 "Las Mamás" May 09, 2016

Recorded on Mothers Day, we dedicate this episode to our moms and share listener stories. We also discuss Beyoncé's Lemonade, and invite you to our first event happening May 27 including Micheladas from ilovemicheladas.com! Visit our facebook for all the details and our tumblr for the show notes.

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#3 Baoricio (The political episode) Apr 24, 2016

Mayor Bao Ngyuen, the first openly gay Mayor of an OC city, joins us to talk about making history and fellow political junkie Javiera Cartagena gives us her take on the Presidential election and tips for interns and staffers. Show notes: Check out Bao's website at bao2016.com, see Tamarindo producer Jeff Devoe spin some tunes on May 1 at Love LB at 144 Pine St. in Long Beach and on June 12 at Osso in downtown LA. Check out Gl0bi0s on instagram

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#2 Honoring Selena Apr 12, 2016

Released 4/5/16. We made it to Episode 2! This episode we celebrate the life and contributions of the late, great Cesar Chavez, gaze into the many facets of Selena, and introduce a tasty Colombian restaurant from the Pico Union district in Los Angeles.

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#1 "Cholafied" Apr 12, 2016

Released 3/24/16 Tamarindo Podcast presents our very first episode! We are a socially conscious talk show with a Latino vibe. You'll hear a little Spanglish, but this show is for everyone! On this episode we get into Costo Runs, street harassment, micro aggression in the workplace, tequila and chanclas, We also get "cholafied" with our special guest Casualty from Chola Pinup, who you may know from the Chola Makeover clips on Mitu.

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Introduction To Tamarindo Apr 12, 2016

A socially conscious podcast with a latino vibe. Episodes every two weeks! Hosts are Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio, amigos talking race, politics, food, music, and life! Contact us: tamarindopodcast@gmail.com

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