Best Latino Podcasts (2025)

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Capitulo 242: Why Podcasts & Community Journalism Matter with Michelle Zacharias 44:01

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18h ago44:01

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In this episode, Diosa covers the defunding of public media and broadcasting at the federal level, Time Magazine's, The 100 Best Podcasts of All Time, and listener questions from our infamous Oye Locas segment. The second half of the episode features an interview with award-winning journalist and staff reporter for CALÓ News, Michelle Zacharias. We…

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S2 Ep20: Ozzy Osbourne Being Reborn As Trisha Paytas Child & Other Recession Indicators 41:10

2d ago41:10

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We talk about gen z not having hoe phases, Ozzy Osbourne, Trump's attack on homeless and disabled people, and other recession indicators. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonu…

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How CHIQUIS Fell Back in Love with her Mother 27:14

1d ago27:14

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The award winning singer-songwriter, author, podcast host and entrepreneur shares her journey to forgive and embrace her mother, the legendary singer Jenni Rivera. Chiquis details her decade-long healing journey (come for the talk therapy, stay for the foray into alternative modules); the evolution in her own thinking on motherhood and fertility; a…

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Why Your Womb Health Matters with Hope Milagro Aguilera 1:18:00

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In this episode of Café con Pam, Pam catches up with the incredible Hope Milagro Aguilera, a yoga teacher, herbalist, and owner of Luna Xochitl Apothecary. Hope opens up about her mixed Irish and Mexicana roots, her intense childhood—including moving from LA to rural New England—and how breaking her back as a teen led her to discover yoga and a pas…

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Joseph O. Jewell, "White Man’s Work: Race and Middle-Class Mobility into the Progressive Era" (UNC Press, 2023) 42:16

6d ago42:16

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In the financial chaos of the last few decades, increasing wealth inequality has shaken people's expectations about middle-class stability. At the same time, demographers have predicted the "browning" of the nation's middle class--once considered a de facto "white" category--over the next twenty years as the country becomes increasingly racially di…

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How to Navigate a Career Change with Intention 57:58

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In the face of so much uncertainty, including economic uncertainty, considering a career change can seem especially daunting. To help our listeners navigate a career pivot with intention, we speak to Michelle Seijas, a trauma-informed coach about how to make career moves that align with our values and pay us our worth. Listen to this episode if you…

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Capitulo 241: It’s Not Just About Choice: Why Having Kids Feels Impossible Right Now 38:12

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This week's episode begins with a sensitive subject: Mala shares a startling and xenophobic experience she had while walking her dog in Downtown Los Angeles. This incident leads into today's episode, where Diosa and Mala dive into the women of MAGA, modern-day eugenics, and why having kids feels impossible right now. Support the show: https://www.p…

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S2 Ep19: Whatever Happened to Vote Blue No Matter Who Ey? 28:01

9d ago28:01

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We talk about how Zohran Mamdani isn't getting the "Vote Blue No Matter Who" treatment that dems seem to always force on us; how Grok went on a crazy rampage, and recent floods in Texas. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions…

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Remix: MSNBC’s Mariana Atencio Reveals How to Be ‘Perfectly You’ 28:37

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After experiencing violence and media censorship in her native Venezuela, Mariana Atencio embarked on her journalist career in the United States. An early opportunity at Univision gave her the chance to hone her skills before making the leap to English-language television. But soon a personal tragedy tested ethics, faith, and her place in the world…

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How to Receive Love: Lessons from La Inolvidable 8:22

11d ago8:22

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Welcome to Un Verano con Self Love, Manis. This is a special 5-part storytelling series where I’ll take you through five love stories, some romantic, some platonic, some about me, some about parts of me. Each one reflects a different Wound of Calladita Culture® and what it means to reclaim your voice, your worth, and your heart. These aren’t perfec…

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Capitulo 240: Romance Your Friends 22:09

14d ago22:09

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In this week’s episode, Diosa and Mala explore the dynamics of romantic and platonic love, and what it looks like to treat our friends with the same care we give to lovers. They dive into the importance of decentering men, prioritizing female friendships, the difference between repairing a friendship versus a romantic relationship, making friends a…

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Organizing for Environmental Justice with Andrea Vidaurre 1:00:13

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On this episode of Tamarindo, we’re joined by Andrea Vidaurre, a Peruvian-American climate justice organizer and co-founder of the People’s Collective for Environmental Justice. Andrea was recently awarded the prestigious 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize for her groundbreaking work ensuring that frontline communities, especially those in Southern C…

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Remix: Why Tech Visionary Irma Olguin Jr. Went Back to Her Farming Roots 25:47

16d ago25:47

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Growing up, Irma Olguin expected to join the next generation of farmworkers in her family. But the CEO of Bitwise Industries, which has turned California’s Central Valley into a thriving tech hub, says she experienced so much ‘serendipity in her life’ that she realized everything that lifted her out of poverty and struggle was possible for her home…

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The Power of Representation with Crystal Roman 1:08:37

18d ago1:08:37

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On this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam sits down with the incredible Crystal Roman—actress, director, and founder of the Black Latina Movement—for a real and open conversation about growing up as a Black Latina in New York, career pivots, and what it means to challenge stereotypes both on stage and in real life. Crystal shares her unique experience n…

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Capitulo 239: Eldest Daughter Syndrome: Unpacking the Pressures 22:07

22d ago22:07

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In this episode, Diosa and Mala unpack “Eldest Daughter Syndrome,” recently explored by FIERCE by mitú, diving into the pressure to always be responsible, the emotional toll of raising siblings, and the unspoken role of being the bonus parent. They explore how these early expectations create anxiety, lead to rebellion, and force many eldest daughte…

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Remix: How Patty Arvielo Built a Multi-Billion Dollar Mortgage Empire 19:49

23d ago19:49

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This first-generation Latina shares her journey from entry-level employee at a credit union to co-owner of New American Funding, the largest Latina-owned private mortgage company in the nation. Patty shares how leaving corporate America to become an entrepreneur enabled her to build wealth, and the (many) mistakes she has made once, but never again…

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El Infinito and the Art of Choosing Yourself First 11:35

25d ago11:35

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Welcome to Un Verano con Self Love, Manis. This is a special 5-part storytelling series where I’ll take you through five love stories, some romantic, some platonic, some about me, some about parts of me. Each one reflects a different Wound of Calladita Culture® and what it means to reclaim your voice, your worth, and your heart. These aren’t perfec…

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Capitulo 238: Totally Nostalgic: Style & Music with Lala Romero 28:07

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Note: This interview was recorded in March 2025 and the interview reflects that period. In this episode, Diosa & Mala chat with Lala Romero to discuss the nostalgia of the 2000s. Before TikTok algorithms, we had MTV3, VH1, and MySpace. These spaces shaped our style, our sound, and our sense of self. From low rise jeans to Amanda Perez, Lala unpacks…

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S2 Ep18: Dems the Break 32:36

1M ago32:36

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Let's talk about Zohran and the Democrats... Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus episode every month!!! Book us for your school or org event by emailing bitterbrownfemmes@g…

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Remix: Investor Nathalie Molina Niño Boldly Speaks Truth to Powerful Men 26:51

1M ago26:51

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She launched her first startup at 20, and made lots of mistakes. Today, she runs Brava Investments, which only funds companies that have the potential to put money in the pockets of millions of women. Raised by an immigrant family with deep entrepreneurial roots, where money was always dinner conversation, Nathalie satisfied her “need for freedom” …

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The Light Within: Building Community in Uncertain Times with Eduardo Placer 1:20:40

1M ago1:20:40

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In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam chats with Eduardo Placer, founder of Fearless Communicators and all-around storytelling pro. Eduardo gets real about his Cuban-American roots, the twists and turns of his family’s journey through history, and how colonialism shapes the stories we tell about ourselves. They talk about what it means to truly own …

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Jennifer R. Nájera, "Learning to Lead: Undocumented Students Mobilizing Education" (Duke UP, 2024) 1:16:15

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In Learning to Lead: Undocumented Students Mobilizing Education (Duke University Press, 2024), Jennifer R. Nájera explores the intersections of education and activism among undocumented students at the University of California, Riverside. Taking an expansive view of education, Nájera shows how students’ experiences in college—both in and out of the…

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How Schools Make Race: Teaching Latinx Racialization in America 46:17

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In How Schools Make Race: Teaching Latinx Racialization in America, (Harvard Education PR, 2024) Laura C. Chávez-Moreno uncovers the process through which schools implicitly and explicitly shape their students’ concept of race and the often unintentional consequences of this on educational equity. Dr. Chávez-Moreno sheds light on how the complex in…

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How to Combat Hate with Bamby Salcedo and Fidel Rodriguez 54:40

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Today’s guests are on a mission to get to the root causes of hate to build a more just and inclusive Los Angeles. They are both part of LA vs Hate, which aims to address the normalization of hate and inspire people to stand up to it, build understanding about what constitutes a hate act and how to report it, as well as support individuals and commu…

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Capitulo 237: Harvey Guillén on Queer Villains, Pride, and Taking Up Space 48:04

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This week on Locatora Radio, Harvey Guillén joins us to talk about queerness, joy, and taking up space in Hollywood. From using his platform to raise awareness, to not becoming desensitized, Harvey shares how he navigates all of it. Harvey quickly became a fan favorite as Guillermo on the hit TV show, What We Do in the Shadows. In this episode, Har…

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S2 Ep17: Whirlwind Three 44:47

1M ago44:47

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This one is about protests that are really parades, as well as the US getting involved in other people's business as always. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes For as little as $1 you can get access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes! $10 supporters g…

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How TikTok Liberated Lisandra Vázquez from Perfectionism 27:15

1M ago27:15

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The comedian, best known for her impersonations of Trump White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, shares how moving from Puerto Rico to Ohio forced her to learn English “guerrilla style;” how her politics shape her comedy; and why she chooses to keep her social media content entirely separate from her stand-up comedy.…

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Finding Confidence: How El Espejo Changed My View on Identity 11:03

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Welcome to Un Verano con Self Love, Manis. This is a special 5-part storytelling series where I’ll take you through five love stories, some romantic, some platonic, some about me, some about parts of me. Each one reflects a different Wound of Calladita Culture® and what it means to reclaim your voice, your worth, and your heart. These aren’t perfec…

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Chosen Family, Community Care & Healing with Luis Cornejo 1:11:56

1M ago1:11:56

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In this episode of Tamarindo, we sit down with Luis Cornejo, licensed therapist and host of the Queer Magic Podcast, to explore the power of chosen family in queer and Latine communities. Luis shares their personal journey and the vital role chosen family has played in their life, both personally and professionally. We discuss the emotional and cul…

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Capitulo 236: Censorship, Tyranny, and Freedom of the Press 29:02

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This week, Diosa and Mala discuss constitutional rights: freedom of the press, the right to assemble, and what happens when protestors and journalists are targeted by law enforcement. From the streets of LA to national headlines, today’s attacks on the media is related to a long history of censorship and resistance. Resources: LA Taco, LA Public Pr…

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Remix: Why Zaena Zamora is Fighting for Our Reproductive Freedom 21:53

1M ago21:53

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The executive director of pro-choice Frontera Fund discusses the ramifications of the loss of abortion rights in Texas, and the challenges that lay ahead for the state and the the country. Zaena also gives Alicia insight into what it takes to keep abortion care at the forefront of the national healthcare movement. Follow Zaena and Frontera Fund on …

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Building Black-Owned Business Success with Tasha Hayes 1:12:42

2M ago1:12:42

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In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam sits down with her longtime friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Tasha Hayes for a heartfelt and honest chat. Tasha shares her journey from college days and overnight shifts at UPS, to launching The Black Print ICT—a vibrant retail hub for Black-owned businesses in Wichita, Kansas. They dive into what it really ta…

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Why we need more Latine-led News Rooms with Lucy Flores 1:03:09

2M ago1:03:09

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Today's guest is Lucy Flores, a fierce advocate for our community and the co-founder of both Luz Media and the Latino Media Consortium. Lucy’s story is inspiring. She is one of 13 children who was raised primarily by a single parent, her dad, who worked multiple jobs to sustain the family. As a teen, she spent time in juvenile detention, but she ov…

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Capitulo 235: ICE Out of LA 42:23

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This week, Diosa and Mala discuss the recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, provide on-the-ground coverage and offer tips on how to support impacted families and community members. They also provide analysis on the phenomenon of Latinos in law enforcement, Latinos For Trump, and "Do it the right way" rhetoric. Can’t Join A Protest? Other ways you can he…

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S2 Ep16: Ch!nga la M!gra 52:28

2M ago52:28

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On this episode we talk about the efforts to kick ICE out of LA. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes For as little as $1 you can get access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes! $10 supporters get a bonus episode every month! Book us for your school or o…

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How Justina Machado, Florencia Cuenca and Tatiana Cordoba are Lighting Up Broadway 17:45

2M ago17:45

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The stars of Real Women Have Curves: The Musical, now on Broadway, share their paths to performing, the experience of originating Broadway roles, and what goes through their minds each night when they disrobe on stage in front of a thousand strangers. Go see the show before June 15th for tickets starting at $49, using code RWPRV1. www.curvesbroadwa…

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How to Embrace Self-Love During a Hard Summer 17:42

2M ago17:42

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In this solo episode of Café con Pam, Pam gets real about why summer isn’t always sunshine and good vibes for everyone. She opens up about her own tough summers filled with grief and change, and shares how she learned to take care of herself when things felt chaotic. Pam talks about the power of nervous system regulation, doing less (not more!), an…

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Queer Joy & Celebration: Thriving Beyond Survival with Reyna Tropical 55:29

2M ago55:29

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On this episode of Tamarindo, we’re joined by the incredible Fabi Reyna of Reyna Tropical for a vibrant and soul-nourishing conversation about joy, healing, and the radical power of music as resistance. Fabi opens up about her creative journey, how she honors her ancestors through sound, and what it means to live and create with deep intention and …

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Capítulo 234: Well Informed Or Trauma Porn 36:24

2M ago36:24

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This week, Diosa and Mala dive deep into the explosive federal case, United States vs. Combs. Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faces five serious criminal counts and the details have captured the attention of many both online and offline. But beyond the headlines and viral TikTok accounts lies decades of violence, exploitation, and abuse. Diosa and M…

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S2 Ep15: Colonialism & Stitch 55:55

2M ago55:55

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On this episode we talk about a looot! Lilo & Stitch and colonialism, child labor & the pro-choice movement, as well as whack rock stars. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes For as little as $1 you can get access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes! $10…

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Remix: How Danyeli Rodriguez Del Orbe Learned She Was Not Meant to be a Martyr 19:19

2M ago19:19

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The formerly undocumented Afro-Dominican poet, spoken word artist and cultural expression activist shares her decision to forgo law school in favor of a different form of advocacy, the importance of uplifting Black immigrant narratives, and the necessity of developing an identity independent of one’s family.…

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How Power, Access, and Status Shape Our Lives with Rosalind Chow 56:51

2M ago56:51

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On this week's episode, Pam chats with Rosalind Chow, author of "The Doors You Can Open: A New Way to Network, Build Trust, and Use Your Influence to Create a More Inclusive Workplace," for a real and relatable conversation about what it actually takes to build stronger networks and more inclusive workplaces. Rosalind opens up about her journey as …

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Blossoming: Tamarindo's live storytelling event with Que Me Cuentas 53:05

2M ago53:05

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This is a very special episode of Tamarindo featuring the true stories told live during our live storytelling event. The theme for the night was stories about Blossoming and it kicked off our spring break from the pod. Plus, we have a really exciting life update from our very own, Delsy Sandoval. Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Go…

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Capítulo 233: Senator Sasha Renee Perez 42:33

2M ago42:33

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This week on Locatora Radio, Diosa and Mala reconnect with a trailblazing public servant, Senator Sasha Renee Perez. Senator Perez made LA history as the youngest elected Mayor of Alhambra. She's done it again as the youngest State Senator in California and the youngest woman currently serving in the state legislature. Diosa and Mala dive into her …

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S2 Ep14: Remember Memorial Day? 47:58

2M ago47:58

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On this episode we talk about way too many things. But mainly freedom of speech kinda? Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes, $10 supporters get a bonus episode every month! There's tiers as low as $1 which all grant you access to almost a decade of archived …

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Why Cristina Jiménez Believes Home is a Practice Not a Place 19:56

2M ago19:56

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The co-founder of United We Dream and MacArthur Genius is sharing her coming of age story in her new memoir, Dreaming of Home: How We Turn Fear Into Pride, Power and Real Change. In this conversation, Cristina revisits the experience of finding her own voice (and falling in love!) as a student organizer, and the process of shedding deeply ingrained…

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10 Ways to Romanticize Your Life and Reclaim Everyday Joy 20:09

2M ago20:09

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In this heartfelt solo episode of Café con Pam, Pam gets real about what it actually means to romanticize your life—and no, it’s not just about trendy candles or having the most Instagrammable morning routine. Instead, she shares how paying attention to the small moments, celebrating your everyday wins, and making even the most ordinary tasks feel …

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Capítulo 232: Crash Out or Crisis? 47:19

2M ago47:19

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In this week's episode, Diosa and Mala unpack what it means to "crash out"—a sudden, often public unraveling of someone’s mental, emotional, or social state. But what exactly does it mean to crash out? And how is it any different from a meltdown? Diosa and Mala reflect on deeper generational shifts in how we process—and perform—mental health crisis…

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S2 Ep13: Joe Biden's Pro-state 40:36

2M ago40:36

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On this episode we talk about a lot! Including Joe Biden's pro-state! Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes, $10 supporters get a bonus episode every month! There's tiers as low as $1 which all grant you access to almost a decade of archived content! Book us …

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Remix: Why Carmen Rita Wong Isn’t Afraid to Tell All 20:07

2M ago20:07

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Questions about the identity of her biological father led the author on a deeper quest for answers about who she is and what motivated her mothers’ omissions. Carmen details the journey in her new memoir, Why Didn’t You Tell Me? Follow Carmen on Instagram @carmenritawong. If you loved this episode, listen to Why Novelist Xochitl Gonzalez Isn't Done…