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LatinX Can074: Español - Cruzando Fronteras: La Trayectoria de la Dra. Alejandra Bueno en la Medicina¡Conoce a la Dra. Alejandra Bueno! En este emocionante episodio tuvimos el honor de entrevistar a la Dra. Alejandra Bueno, una destacada cardióloga pediátrica. La Dra. Bueno comparte con nosotros su inspiradora travesía desde sus estudios de medicina en México hasta su práctica en los Estados Unidos. Nos habla de los desafíos que enfrentó durante esta transición, desde la escuela de medicina en México, su transición a EE. UU. como asistente de investigación, los exámenes de certificación para practicar medicina en EE. UU., el proceso de aplicar para hacer la...2024-10-0951 min
LatinX Can073: Español - Bibliotequeando, con Ricardo LugoEn este episodio tuvimos el honor de entrevistar a Ricardo Lugo, el apasionado anfitrión del podcast Bibliotequeando. Ricardo nos lleva en un viaje personal fascinante, desde su vida en Venezuela hasta su emocionante proceso de adaptación y éxito en los Estados Unidos.A lo largo de nuestra conversación, Ricardo comparte su inspiradora experiencia de migración, revelando los desafíos y triunfos que enfrentó para estudiar y construir una carrera profesional. Profundizamos en la creación de Bibliotequeando, explorando las motivaciones que lo impulsaron a iniciar este proyecto y sus objetivos para ofrecer u...2024-09-181h 46
LatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 052: Latinx's Role in Protecting Democracy in the U.S. with Dr. Luis Martinez-FernandezThis is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes. Enjoy while we work on season 9! Meet Dr. Luis Martinez-Fernandez, a professor of history who experienced life events that demonstrated the fragility of democracy itself, and who now is committed to protecting it. Dr. Martinez-Fernandez was born in Cuba and two years later, his family migrated to Miami as a consequence of the Cuban Revolution. They moved to Lima, Peru afterward, only to flee another anti-democratic event, which led them to move to Puerto Rico, where he completed his Bachelors and Master degrees in History. Ye...2024-07-2447 minLatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 035: How a Career in Finance Enabled the Rise of a Comedian, with Francisco Ramos.This is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes. Enjoy while we work on season 9! Meet Francisco Ramos, a comedian and actor whose previous career in finance allowed him to upend his life and pursue his dream of becoming a comedian.Francisco grew up in Venezuela, and moved to the U.S. with his family when he was 12. He learned English by himself, and always yearned to belong to his new environment. He graduated with a double degree in Finance and International Business from the University of Maryland, and after a couple of years h...2024-07-031h 10LatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 037: Studying Humanities Can Also Lead to Stable Careers, with Dr. Jose Luis Torres. This is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes. Enjoy while we work on season 9! Meet Dr. Jose Luis Torres, a writer and Professor Emeritus of English at SUNY Plattsburgh, who explains how studying humanities can also lead to stable careers.Dr. Torres… also known by his pen name J.L. Torres, is a Puerto Rican author and scholar born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York. He tells us his life story, beginning with his experience growing up in the South Bronx, then moving to Puerto Rico as a young adult, and retu...2024-06-1956 minLatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 029: About the Funding Gap in Venture Capital and Ways to Address it, with Juliana GaraizarThis is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes. Enjoy while we work on season 9! Meet Juliana Garaizar, an experienced investor whose career has evolved into one focused on supporting inventors from minority groups, including women. Juliana has lived in multiple countries. She was born in Bilbao, Spain, and lived in France where she obtained an Erasmus scholarship to complete her last year of university studies. She also lived in Singapore while working for the Spanish Trade Commission, and now lives in Houston, Texas , where she serves as the head of Houston incubator Greentown La...2024-05-0948 minLatinX Can072: We are on a Break!Hola hola everyone... We just wanted to let you know we will be on a break for at least a few weeks. While we take this time off, please tune to listen to rebroadcasts of past episodes you may have not heard before. In the meantime, we will be working hard on the next season of Latinx Can Podcast, which will drop just in time to celebrate Latin Heritage Month!www.latinxcan.com2024-04-2501 min
LatinX Can071: How to Start Therapy with Dulce Orozco, LMHC.Meet Dulce Orozco the Latina immigrant therapists who invites us to look at therapy as a preventive tool to take care of ourselves or to help us level up to the next challenge. Dulce is a resilient licensed mental health counselor who embarked on an arduous path from Venezuela to the U.S. As an international student, Dulce faced challenges, triumphs, and a determination that shaped her into the remarkable therapist she is today. In this episode, we dive into: Growing up in Venezuela & her Journey to the U.S. The early life...2024-04-1051 min
LatinX Can070: Cultura & Cash: Empowering Finance with Giovanna "Gigi" GonzálezMeet Giovanna “Gigi” Gonzalez, a financial educator and author of Cultura & Cash, a practical and jargon-free money guide to help first gen Latinx tackle their finances. Giovanna is a Mexican-American financial professional turned influencer and financial educator for first gen individuals looking to take control of their finances. She is a trailblazer who grew up straddling two worlds in a border town, with one foot in Mexico and the other in the US. “Gigi”. After a decade-long career in corporate America, Gigi amassed a large following online providing financial tips, and 3 years later, she published her first book: Cul...2024-03-2754 min
LatinX Can069: From Surviving to Thriving and doing it "A La Latina", with Claudia Romo Edelman.Meet Claudia Romo Edelman, founder and CEO of the We Are All Human Foundation, an organization that aims to advance the agenda of DEI for Latinos around the world. Claudia shares her story of growing up in Mexico City thinking she could do the impossible because she was stronger than death. She talks about her early career in communications and how that introduced her to the humanitarian world, where her words could help a cause in need. She also talks about how she created the We Are All Human Foundation after the realization that she was a L...2024-03-1346 min
LatinX Can068: “A La Latina” - Helping Latinas get to the top in half the time, with Cynthia Kleinbaum MilnerMeet Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner, a Latina in the C-suite at the financial services company Money Lyon, who wants to help the next generation of Latinas get to the top in half the time. Cynthia shares her story of growing up in Mexico City with a supportive father who taught her the value of hard work. She talks about her journey of immigration to the US to pursue an MBA with the goal of becoming a better marketer, and how that journey turned into a rollercoaster that made her take a step back in her career before catapulting h...2024-02-2846 minLatinX Can067: Celebrating AfroLatinidad, Entrepreneurship and Real Self Care with Dr. Jazmina Urriola Meet Dr. Jazmina Urriola the visionary Afrolatina behind Allayya, a mental health app that empowers the modern Latina to practice real self-care. Dr. Urriola is a native of Panama and joins us for the second time to share her experience starting a business from scratch, and the tips and tricks she has learned during her entrepreneurial career. Dr. Urriolla also shared the personal story that inspired her to learn more about self-care, and talks about how being an AfroLatina has added more complexity to her mental health journey. While in search of help, Dr. Uriiola didn’t see...2024-02-1448 minLatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 019: Getting Back on Track with Dr. Alfredo Angeles-Boza This is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes. Enjoy while we work on season 8! Meet Dr. Alfredo Angeles-Boza, a university professor who reminds us that even if you derail from your plans, it is not too late to get back on track. Dr. Alfredo was born to a middle-class family who supported his education, until the socio-economic situation in Peru made it impossible to pay the university fees of both their sons. A t that time, Alfredo had stopped prioritizing his studies, and as a family, they decided that his brother should continue with his uni...2024-01-2446 minLatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 020: Believing in Belonging, Being the Anti-imposter, with Jay FloresThis is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes. Enjoy while we work on seaon 8! Meet Jay Flores, an engineer and global STEM ambassador who is on a mission to change the world by inspiring young minds to keep doing cool things with #STEM. Jay’s parents nurtured his curious mind from an early age, and his mentors encouraged him to develop a growth mindset and take on new opportunities. This environment helped him believe in himself and say YES to experiences that could help him grow, and led him to become the youn...2024-01-101h 01LatinX CanRebroadcast Ep 017: How Good Mentors Can Help You Rise Up, with Dr. Charlie CorredorThis is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes, enjoy while we work on season 8!Meet Dr. Charlie Corredor, an engineer and entrepreneur who identified the power of mentorships and used it to represent the latinx community around the world. His curiosity and motivation led him to create connections with people who later became mentors, and who opened the doors to the world of science, literally! Dr. Charlie represented the U.S. and Colombia while pursuing research projects in China, Sweden, and France all before enrolling in a dual PhD program at Arizona State University. A...2023-12-301h 01
LatinX Can066: Español - Bad Bunny 101- la clase entra en sesión, con la Dra. Vanessa DíazConoce a la Dra. Vanessa Díaz, etnógrafa interdisciplinaria, cineasta, periodista y educadora, que lleva con orgullo su origen Borinqueño. En este episodio, exploraremos los fascinantes aspectos de su carrera universitaria, sus proyectos en Cuba, sus experiencias en la revista “People” y cómo estas experiencias la llevaron a escribir su influyente libro: “Manufacturando Celebridades: como los paparazzi latinos y reporteras han construido el complejo industrial de Hollywood”.La Dra. Díaz, nos contará sobre sus motivaciones y desafíos mientras forjaba su camino académico, hablando de cómo sus experiencias personales y profesionales se entrelazaron, proporcionando un...2023-12-091h 16
LatinX Can065: STEMming from Latin Roots, with Dr. Angel Martí.Meet Dr. Angel Martí, the first Latino to chair the Chemistry Department at Rice University, who aims to make the department accessible to all. Dr. Martí was born and raised in Utuado, Puerto Rico, and grew up in a family of farmers. His childhood was marked by curiosity and homegrown experiments, turning every corner into a laboratory, an early sign of his passion for science. Dr. Martí was initially captivated by Math and participated in the Math Olympics, representing Puerto Rico. After graduating from high school, he enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico. When it came time to cho...2023-11-2549 min
LatinX Can064: Unionized Labor and the Future of Work, with Daniel Villao.Meet Daniel Villao, a leader in diversity, inclusion and workforce development who strives to create fair and equitable work environments for all.Daniel Villao is a leader in diversity and inclusion, workforce development, and apprenticeship design. He was born and raised in East LA, and was one of the very few Ecuadorians in a predominantly Mexican and black community, an experience that helped him develop a unique identity and worldview. We discussed his career transition from the military to becoming an electrician and a union member, which helped him find stability after his honorary discharge.We also talked about...2023-11-1153 min
Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos¿De dónde sale el plástico?¡Descubre el apasionante mundo del plástico en nuestro nuevo episodio En compañía de la experta en química, Dra. Jeniree Flores, exploramos por qué algunos plásticos son duros como una roca y otros suaves y flexibles. ¿Cómo se crean los plásticos? ¿El plástico siempre ha existido o es algo más nuevo de lo que pensamos? ¡Acompáñanos en esta emocionante sumergida en el misterioso universo del plástico que rodea nuestra vida cotidiana! 🧪🌍🔬
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LatinX Can063: From Michoacan to the C-Suite, and the Leadership Lessons in Between; with Arturo Cázares,Meet Arturo Cázares, a Latino CEO who overcame adversity growing up in the U.S. and who is now leading Latinos in creating the change we need for a more prosperous society.Arturo Cázares is a successful Latino executive who has worked in some of the most prestigious companies in the world, and is now the CEO of the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN). Arturo shares his story of migrating from Michoacan, his home state in Mexico, and growing up in California, picking crops with his family, and living in a dangerous and poor neighborhood. He talks ab...2023-10-281h 00
LatinX Can062: Español - Resilencia y pasion: la travesia de una biologa marina, con Xaymara SerranoEn este cautivador episodio de podcast, nos sumergimos en la inspiradora trayectoria de la Dra. Xaymara Serrano, una bióloga marina puertorriqueña que trabaja actualmente con NOAA. Únete a nosotros mientras Xaymara comparte su increíble historia de su jornada en busca de su trabajo soñado, dedicando su carrera a la preservación de los arrecifes de coral. A través de sus experiencias reveladoras y su apasionada dedicación, los oyentes obtienen una comprensión más profunda del trabajo vital que se realiza para proteger los frágiles ecosistemas de nuestros océanos. La Dra. Serranos nos...2023-10-1450 min
LatinX Can061: Doing Good is Good Business, with Gustavo SuarezMeet Gustavo Suarez, Colombian entrepreneur who is driven by the vision of building strong businesses that do the right thing for our communities.Gustavo Suarez, the founder of Trez.co, a US payroll platform that serves the nearly 35 million Latino workforce in the United States.Gustavo shares his inspiring journey of migrating from Colombia and opening a small business with no knowledge and no support system. He also reveals how he struggled to get through college while juggling multiple responsibilities, and how finding the right support system helped him overcome the hard times.Gustavo also tells us how his failed...2023-09-301h 00
LatinX Can060: The “Oilfield Girl”: A Latina Leader Changing the Energy Industry from Within, with Massiel DiezMeet Massiel Diez a Colombian-Canadian chemical engineer who began her career as a wireline engineer in the Oil & Gas industry, and who is now changing the industry from within.Massiel is also known as the “Oilfield Girl” by her global online following, she was born in San Andres, a small Caribbean island in Colombia, and migrated to Canada with her mom when she was 4 years old.Massiel shared her journey of immigrating from Colombia to Canada as a child, and how she knew she needed to become someone to honor her mom’s sacrifices, which is why she pursued a degr...2023-09-1651 min
LatinX Can059: How Latinx Culture Can Boost Your Leadership Skills, with the Doctoras of El Puente InstituteMeet the founders of El Puente Institute, three Doctoras who share their knowledge and tips on how we can leverage our Latinx culture to be better leaders in the corporate world.Dr. Patty Delgado (MX), Dr. Alejandra Mielke (MX), and Dr. Patricia Conde-Brooks (CO) are the founders of El Puente Institute, a dynamic organization with the purpose of improving the advancement of the Latinx/Hispanic workforce.In this episode, these amazing Latina leaders shared their inspiring personal stories, how they met and how they decided to start collaborating to create El Puente Institute, which conducts...2023-09-021h 04LatinX CanSeason 7!!! Coming Live on September 2, 2023Here we come again!Season 7 of Latinx Can Podcast starts on September 2nd, 2023.Make sure you subscribe... and leave a review!Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-08-2601 minLatinX CanBlue Beetle and Why We need To Go Watch It!This is an extract from episode 49, where Carlos Salcines, Vice President of Multicultural marketing at Warner Brothers, who highlighted how important the Latinx audience is to Hollywood, and why we need to show up big this weekend to support Blue Beetle!Listen to the full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL3964326379.mp3?updated=1669037539Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-08-1926 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - How to Advocate for Your Child's EducationThis episode is an extract of episode 08 where Wilmer Chavarria, talked about his experience becoming a teacher, and a school principal, and then gave some advice to parents about how to advocate for their child's educationListen to full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL9862928707.mp3?updated=1642730823Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-08-1228 minLatinX CanWhy Latinx?This episode is an extract of episode 37 where writer and literature scholar Dr. Jose Luis (J.L.) Torres talks about why language is important, and how people who study English and literature can also have stable careers.Listen to full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL2649612290.mp3?updated=1648591923Check out J.L. Torres blog: Why Latinx?https://post-barrio-universe.com/2020/08/05/why-latinx/Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-07-2511 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - How to Create Your Own OpportunitiesThis episode is an extract of episode 14 where Carolina Groppa talks about how she created her own opportunities, and how that helped her transition from an aspiring actor to an Emmy-nominated producer.Listen to full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL8810077705.mp3?updated=1642729678Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-07-1726 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks to Help you Navigate Corporate AmericaThis episode is an extract of episode 36 where Valeria Aloe talked about how her experience in Corporate America led her to burn out, and how that led her to become an entrepreneur, and award-winning author of Uncolonized Latinas Uncolonized Latinas: Transforming Our Mindsets And Rising Together. Listen to full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL8551800831.mp3?updated=1647626222Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-07-0117 min
LatinX Can058: Afrolatinidad and Inclusion: What Leaders Need to Know, with Dr. Marisol Capellan058: Afrolatinidad and Inclusion: What Leaders Need to Know, with Dr. Marisol CapellanMeet Dr. Marisol Capellan, an Afro-Latina, mother, and immigrant who is passionate about empowering women and minorities to overcome barriers in their career paths.Dr. Capellan is a Dominican leader, educator, coach, and author who is on a mission to empower women and minorities to achieve their full potential.We talked about her inspiring journey from growing up in poverty in the Dominican Republic to becoming an internationally recognized and award-winning professional. She shared with us the stories of resilience and perseverance that shaped her mindset and her...2023-05-201h 03
LatinX Can057: Celebrating Cultures is Key to Leading Diverse Groups and Having Business Success, with Carlos TorresMeet Carlos Torres, a Venezuelan engineer and entrepreneur who turned a lay-off into an opportunity to start his own business and spend more time with his family. Carlos has a wealth of experience in the oil and gas industry, working with Schlumberger, Gulfstream Services and Royal Oaks Energy Services in various regions around the world. He is also the chapter chair of SPE GCS, the Society of Petroleum Engineers Gulf Coast Section, where he leads a diverse team of volunteers. Carlos reveals his insights and tips on how to succeed as a leader and an entrepreneur in the oil...2023-05-0643 min
LatinX Can056: As Seen on Shark Tank, Frescos Naturales with Juan Ignacio Stewart.Meet Juan Ignacio Stewart, an entrepreneur who is bringing the foods and flavors of Latin America to the main stream in the US, by sharing with the world and fighting in the tank at shark tank.Juan Ignacio is a Guatemalan American who was born and raised in Guatemala, until the age of 17, which is when he moved to Colorado to continue his education. Juan studied international affairs and cinematography, and always planned to returned to Guatemala, but his plans changed when he became a young father who wanted to have a strong presence in his son’s life. Af...2023-04-2256 minLatinX Can055_What Support Looks Like with Dr. D and Dr. JfloHola hola everybody, today Dr. Jflo talks with Dr. Agustin Diaz, our co-creator and host of Latinx Can Podcast en Español, about how you can support us to continue growing our community!Here are a few things you can do: Subscribe to Latinx Can wherever you listen to podcasts! Download episodes automatically or listen within the first 7 days! 24 hours and 7 day downloads are the most important to show growth! Fill out our survey! It will take less than 5 minutes and you can enter a chance to win a $50 gift cardTake the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/qUxvY6Rq9W...2023-04-0825 min
LatinX Can054: Dancers, Can They be Financially Stable? with Michelle ManzanalesMeet Michelle Manzanales, a dancer and choreographer who studied finance but chose to develop a career in Dance despite the financial insecurity associated with artistic careers.Michelle was born and raised in Houston, TX to a Mexican-american family. She started dancing at age 3, and has not stopped since. Michelle graduate with a degree in finance from the University of Houston, and tried to have a stable career in the field, but she was always a dancer at heart. After a couple of years in the financial sector, Michelle decided that she was going to pursue a career as a...2023-03-2557 min
Calico Culture PodcastMid Season Recast with LatinX Can Part 1Full Post at calicoculture.orgWhile we're on break, we want to share this two part interview Linet did on Latinx Can podcast with the Jeniree Flores Delgado. Please do listen to both of them. I think you're really going to enjoy it. On this first episode, I talk with Jeniree a little bit more about my background and Jeniree shares some of her background. It reveals why you'll often hear me say inclusion is a choice. EnjoyNeed help turning your organization into an inclusive place where everyone can shine? Book a...2023-03-2143 min
LatinX Can053: Are Careers in Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing only for Engineers? with Dr. Mike VasquezMeet Dr. Mike Vasquez, a former student-athlete at MIT, whose passion for sports led him to develop a career helping companies adopt the revolutionary technology that is Additive Manufacturing (AM). Dr. Vasquez grew up in Minnesota in a Mexican-american family. He loved playing baseball and dreamed of becoming a professional baseball player, but when he realized his fastball fell a little short of MLB standards, he focused his attention on his passion for STEM. One summer, he participated in the MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering and Science (MITES) program, which was his first experience with the university, but not...2023-03-1136 min
LatinX Can052: Latinx's Role in Protecting Democracy in the U.S. with Dr. Luis Martinez-FernandezMeet Dr. Luis Martinez-Fernandez, a professor of history who experienced life events that demonstrated the fragility of democracy itself, and who now is committed to protecting it. Dr. Martinez-Fernandez was born in Cuba and two years later, his family migrated to Miami as a consequence of the Cuban Revolution. They moved to Lima, Peru afterward, only to flee another anti-democratic event, which led them to move to Puerto Rico, where he completed his Bachelors and Master degrees in History. Years later, he embarked in yet another migration, this time by choice, to North Carolina, to pursue his P...2023-02-2547 min
LatinX Can051: Building a Personal Brand Begins with Owning your Story, with Odalys JasmineMeet Odalys Jasmine, a latina creator, podcaster and storyteller who believes authenticity is the key component of a successful personal brand. Odalys is a first-gen Latina from South East San Diego, who grew up surrounded by her loving family. Although she was one of the two people in her family who didn’t have to worry about her immigration status, she lived first-hand the challenges that a piece of paper can bring to an individual. She describes herself as a “brand nerd”and she strongly advocates that authenticity is key for a successful personal brand, and she shared her advice...2023-02-1153 minLatinX CanSeason 6!!! Coming Live on February 11, 2023.Here we come again!Season 6 of Latinx Can Podcast starts on February 11th, 2023.Make sure you subscribe... and leave a review!Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-02-0401 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - Applying for NASA's Pathway Program - Open February 6thThis is an abstract from episode 33 where Marissa Garcia shared advice about how to apply to NASA's Pathwasys Internship Program, which prepares you for a career at NASA and offers a direct pipeline to full-time employment upon graduation. Applications will open on February 6th!Listen to the full episode here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL6828815830.mp3?updated=1643842320It is recommended to apply immediately, as applications will close as soon as the targeted number of applications have been received.Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/More information about the Pathways Program:Pathways Program Websitehttps://lnkd.in/g6SvCNh7Pathways Internship Applicant...2023-01-2809 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - Things Entrepreneurs Should KnowThis episode is an extract of episode 27, where entrepreneur Dr. Elisa Teiple talked about the things she wished she knew before becoming an entrepreneur. These tips include understanding how funding works, having a funding strategy, and how to achieve some work-life equilibrium!Learn more about Dr. Elisa Teipel here:027: Things you Should Know about Entrepreneurship, with Dr. Elisa Teipel. https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL3782921091.mp3?updated=1642728799Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2023-01-0719 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - How to Tackle Unconscious Biases... and Happy Holidays!Hola hola everybody, is Dr. Jflo. I wanted to stop by to wish you happy holidays… Feliz navidad to those of you who celebrate it, and a happy new year. Like you may have noticed, we are on a break until February 2023, when season 6 of Latinx Can Podcast will begin! But before we tune out to rest for a few weeks, I wanted to say thank you, to you! For supporting our project, and for tuning in every two weeks to see what our guests have to offer! You are the reason why we put tremendous effort in interviewing latinx profe...2022-12-2537 min
LatinX Can050: Latina Equal Pay Day 2022, with Jen Hemphill.050: Latina Equal Pay Day 2022, with Jen Hemphill.Meet Jen Hemphill, host of Her Dinero Matters Podcast and accredited financial counselor who helps Latinas gain more money confidence. Jenn was born in Colombia to a “Gringo” dad -as she called him- and a Colombian mother, and lived in Bogotá until her and her family moved to the U.S. Jen aspired to become a Dentist, but didn’t have the stomach for it, literally! This led her to become a Physical Therapist specializing in Gerontology; however, becoming a military spouse made her change her career path to something more aligned with he...2022-12-0348 min
LatinX Can049: Latinx Representation in Media, or Lack Thereof, with Carlos SalcinesMeet Carlos Salcines, a Cuban-American born and raised in McAllen, TX whose Latinidad helps him add a multicultural twist to how movies are being advertised in Hollywood. Carlos was born and raised in McAllen, TX, which meant he was exposed to the Cuban and Mexican cultures, and experienced the complexity of being a Latino in the U.S. early on in life.After graduating from high school, Carlos started College at the University of Texas at Austin, convinced that he would become a doctor, but always had a strong interest in movies and television. It was his cousin who...2022-11-1948 min
LatinX Can048: Connecting the Dots all the Way to NASA…and Beyond! With Dr. Yajaira Sierra SastreMeet Dr. Yajaira Sierra Sastre, a Chemist who dreamed of becoming an astronaut as a little girl, and crated the opportunities that landed her a job at NASA.Dr. Sierra Sastre was born in Puerto Rico, and grew up looking at the night sky and pondering what was out there. She dreamed of becoming an astronaut since she was a kid, and embarked in experiences that enabled her to eventually land a job at NASA. After graduating from the University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Dr. Sierra Sastre became a teacher, and although he...2022-11-0550 min
LatinX Can047: When the Latin Asian Fusion is your Identity, with Dr. Enrique Lin Shiao.Meet Dr. Enrique Lin Shiao, a scientist who has recognized that his immigrant experience, and the uncertainty associated with it, has helped him become a better scientist.Dr. Lin Shiao was born in Costa Rica to Taiwanese parents, who prepared him and his siblings to continue pursuing better opportunities in places beyond their native country. He embarked on an immigration journey to pursue academic opportunities, which led him to live in Germany, the U.K, and multiple cities in the U.S. His experiences living in various countries helped him become comfortable with uncertainty, which came in handy when...2022-10-2244 min
LatinX Can046: Español - La gema de tu carrera (The Career Gem) con Yanira GuzmanConce a Yanira Guzmán, una líder de la comunidad latina en California que está trabajando durísimo para ayudar a nuestra comunidad a crecer y desarrollarse profesionalmente.Yanira trabaja como especialista de desarrollo de líderes, en su propia empresa llamada "The Career Gem", o traducido como la Gema de tu carrera. En su empresa, Yanira se dedica a entrenar candidatos para mejorar sus carreras profesionales.Además, Yanira es miembro de la junta concejal de la organización sin fines de lucros, Techueria. Una organización, a nivel global, que brinda servicio a la comunidad más grande...2022-10-0842 min
LatinX Can045: UWC Day ‘22: Peace Begins with Us, with UWC-USA President Dr. Victoria MoraMeet Dr. Victoria Mora, president of the United World College-USA, one of the 18 schools in a global movement that makes education a force for peace and a sustainable future. Dr. Mora is a New Mexican whose passion for education was sparked by her mother and the bargain they stroke for 4-year-old Victoria to look at books while her siblings and her mom took their daily nap. Her family helped her nourish that desire to learn, and supported her so that she could become the first Latina to graduate with a PhD from Yale University. We talked about Victoria’s jo...2022-09-211h 01
LatinX Can044: Your Multiculturalism is Your Superpower, with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez MielkeMeet Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez Mielke, a bilingual DEI coach and consultant helping individuals and organizations transcend personal biases and systemic barriers, to help build inclusive & equitable workplaces.Dr. Mielke is a native of Mexico, where she grew up and studied English language and literature to become a bilingual teacher. She then moved to Austin, TX to pursue a PhD in Language and Literacy studies from UT Texas, with the hope of learning how to develop fully bilingual curricula. Dr. Mielke worked with multiple students and teachers while pursuing her PhD, and her experience in the classroom led her to...2022-09-1059 min
LatinX Can043: Latinx Travel Hackers, with Laurie & Danny Navarro.Meet Laurie and Danny Navarro, a couple of Latinx professionals travel hacking their way around the world, and reclaiming the first in first-class flights, lounges, and top tier hotels.Laurie & Danny were born in the US and have Mexican and Colombian heritages. They grew up watching their families work hard to provide a better future, and had to put in their own sweat to achieve not just a bachelor’s degree, but a master degree too. By day, they accumulate vacation days while working in their professionals fields in Washington DC, and when it is time to cash in th...2022-08-2755 minLatinX CanSeason 5 Starts Tomorrow!We are back!Season 5 of Latinx Can start tomorrow - August 27th 2022! Tune in, and don't forget to subscribe!www.latinxcan.com2022-08-2600 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - How to Become more Productive, Intentionally.This episode is an extract of episode 26, where María Angélica Peña talked about the three pillars she has identified as the key to become more productive in our personal lives, in a more intentional way. These tips, which include "Ser, hacer, y mantener" and can help you find clarity on what you truly want, and craft a plan to help you achieve your goal. Learn more about María Angélica Peña here: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL7734518428.mp3?updated=1642728834https://cafeconplan.com/Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https...2022-07-2322 min
LatinX Can042: Español- Una Carrera en Investigación de las Ciencias de la Comunicación y Periodismo, con Federico Subervi.Federico es un orgulloso puertorriqueño, y fue el primer puertorriqueño en hacer un doctorado en ciencias de la comunicación y periodismo, obteniendo su grado doctoral en la Universidad de Wisconsin en Madison. Federico nos platica de como fue su transición desde Puerto Rico a Estados Unidos para hacer sus estudios graduados, y de como sus planes de volver a la isla a ejercer su profesión fueron cambiando por diferencias ideológicas y políticas dentro de la burocracia de las Universidades en isla. Nos platica de como transformo sus metas y se resignó a ejercer...2022-07-0248 minLatinX CanIntroducción a LatinX Can en EspañolÚnete al presentador, Dr. Agustín Díaz, en sus conversaciones con profesionales latines que convirtieron sus sueños en realidad. Encuentra inspiración, apoyo y conocimientos prácticos que también pueden ayudarte a convertirte en un profesional o ayudar a tu desarrollo profesional.www.latinxcan.com2022-06-1801 min
LatinX Can041: Español- Trabajando en ti, con Irina Faneite.Conoce a Irina Faneite, psicóloga venezolana, de sus proyectos, emprendimientos migratorios y de cómo se ha reinventado creando su marca personal: "Trabaja en ti".Irina fue nacida y criada en la ciudad de Coro, en Venezuela, y desde muy pequeña se vio muy interesada en la psicología. Ella nos compartió su historia de cómo emprendió el camino para lograr su meta de estudiar y ejercer la psicóloga clínica, y de cómo la vida se encargó de presentarle un sin número de obstáculos, los cuales atravesó para alcanzar su sueño. Entre estos...2022-06-1839 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - Legal Advice for Small Business OwnersThis episode is an extract of episode 34, where attorney Taylor Tieman talked about the steps that entrepreneurs and small business owners can take to protect their business. These tips, which include filing for an appropriate business entity, registering a trademark for your business, and getting used to using contracts!Learn more about Taylor Tieman here:034: From Student-Athlete to Lawyer, to Small Business Owner, with Taylor Tieman.: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/CDL9088806663.mp3?updated=1645048679Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2022-06-0418 min
LatinX Can040: An Afro-latino’s experience in Tech, with Pabel Martinez.Meet Pabel Martinez, a former Tech executive whose mission is to redefine professionalism by scaling the representation he wished he had earlier in his career. Pabel was born in NYC to Dominican parents, and grew up in the projects in the Upper West Side. He was raised by his Abuela who helped him develop a sense of belonging with the Dominican community by teaching him Spanish since he was born. He graduated with a degree in Economics from Northeastern University and upon graduation entered the Tech field. He worked in tech for ca. 10 years at companies such as Facebook...2022-05-1452 min
LatinX Can039: College? If at First you don’t Succeed, Try Again! with Dr. Luis Estevez.Meet Dr. Luis Estevez, an entrepreneur who has taken advantage of the opportunities presented to him with the same drive characteristic of people who come to this country in search of a better future.Dr. Estevez grew up in Queens, NY and was born into a blue-collar family to parents from Spain and Chile, and grew up working in the restaurant business from age 8. He got into college at age 18 and after a couple of years, he decided to go back to NY and work at his parents’ restaurant. It wasn’t until almost 10 years later, that he decided to g...2022-04-3059 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks: Preparing for Job InterviewsDr. Jflo shares the tips & tricks she has learned after going through multiple rounds of interviews, from the general tips like using the STAR method, to the questions you can use once is your time to ask questions. After participating in at least 8 “on-site” interviews at major chemical companies, Dr. Jflo has a number of tips that she wants to share to help you prepare for your next job interview.The conversation is divided into 4 parts:Her experience interviewingGeneral tips about interviewsHow to answer behavioral-based interview questionsQuestions to ask when is your time to ask questions.Please take our surv...2022-04-1630 min
LatinX Can037: Studying Humanities Can Also Lead to Stable Careers, with Dr. Jose Luis Torres. Meet Dr. Jose Luis Torres, a writer and Professor Emeritus of English at SUNY Plattsburgh, who explains how studying humanities can also lead to stable careers.Dr. Torres… also known by his pen name J.L. Torres, is a Puerto Rican author and scholar born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York. He tells us his life story, beginning with his experience growing up in the South Bronx, then moving to Puerto Rico as a young adult, and returning to the continental U.S. to pursue his career as a college professor.J.L...2022-04-0256 min
LatinX Can036: Navigating the system of Corporate America, with Valeria Aloe.Meet Valeria Aloe, an author with over 20 years of experience in Corporate America, who encourages us to address our mindset to fight for what we deserve. Valeria is a native of Argentina whose first big move was from the small town of General Belgrano to Buenos Aires, where she became the first in her family to obtain not one but two college degrees. After quitting her job, Valeria became more involved with the latinx community and realized that we tend to hold certain beliefs that can hold us back from achieving our goals. That experience led her to write...2022-03-1955 min
LatinX Can035: How a Career in Finance Enabled the Rise of a Comedian, with Francisco Ramos.Meet Francisco Ramos, a comedian and actor whose previous career in finance allowed him to upend his life and pursue his dream of becoming a comedian.Francisco grew up in Venezuela, and moved to the U.S. with his family when he was 12. He learned English by himself, and always yearned to belong to his new environment. He graduated with a double degree in Finance and International Business from the University of Maryland, and after a couple of years he realized that was not the path he wanted to follow in life. After some introspection, h...2022-03-051h 10
LatinX Can034: From Student-Athlete to Lawyer, to Small Business Owner, with Taylor Tieman.Meet Taylor Tieman, an attorney and small business owner whose journey to become a lawyer helped her understand the decisions her family had to make to keep them safe. Taylor grew up in California playing Softball with the goal of pursuing her bachelor’s degree at an Ivy League school. She achieved her goal by graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a Juris Doctor degree from Southwestern University School of Law. We talked about what it actually means to be a student-athlete, and the level of commitment it requires. We also discussed how Taylor’s journey to beco...2022-02-1952 min
LatinX Can033: A Pathway to Become a NASA Engineer, with Marissa GarciaMeet Marissa Garcia, a NASA engineer from El Paso, TX, who shares with us her story, and the tips & tricks that helped her land a job a NASA. Marissa is a native of El Paso, TX, and pursued both her Bachelor’s and Master's degrees in Engineering at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). She tells us what it was like to study at a Hispanic Serving Institution, her experience as a young engineer, and the top 3 pieces of advice that helped her land a job at NASA. Some of the opportunities mentioned in this episode:The Ce...2022-02-0536 minLatinX Can032: Season 4 Starts February 5th!We are getting ready for another season of Latinx Can! New episodes will drop on February 5th...until then, please help us make this podcast better by participating in our survey!Survey:https://forms.office.com/r/qUxvY6Rq9WLearn more about our podcast network:https://connectdpodcasts.com/Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2022-01-2903 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - Salary NegotiationsThis episode is an extract of episode 18, where career coach Cynthia Orduña talked about how to prepare for a salary negotiation and get the compensation you deserve. These tips, which include how to research compensation ranges for positions, and identifying your target salary and other needs, are very helpful. Cynthia also shares insights into how to navigate the salary conversation with a recruiter, and get information that will empower you to make the best decision for you. Learn more about Cynthia Orduña here:018: Knowing Your Own Value, with Cynthia Orduña: https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/8432161 Leave a rev...2022-01-1524 min
InnoLatinoInnovating In The New Year w. Dr. Jeniree Flores DelgadoWelcome 2022 by seeing new horizons. Chemist, and fellow podcaster Jeniree Flores Delgado, PhD. tells us how to keep bringing innovative perspectives in our quest for success. Make sure you check out her podcast "LatinX Can". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-12-3145 minLatinX CanTips & Tricks - Applying to Medical School & Other OpportunitiesThis episode is an extract of episode 3 where Dr. Stephanie Florez-Pollack talked about the application process for medical school. These tips, which include learning to tell a good story, can be applied to other areas as well, such as applying to other graduate programs and professional schools, or even a job. Learn more about Dr. Florez-Pollack here:002: Little Sparks of Inspiration, Part 1 with Dr. Stephanie Florez-Pollack: https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/4630754003: Little Sparks of Inspiration, Part 2 with Dr. Stephanie Florez-Pollack: https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/4630763 Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser...2021-12-1826 minLatinX Can031: Wrapping up Season 3!Thank you for supporting us with this project. We hope you enjoyed the conversations we had with our guests this season. You can learn more about them here:Ep 24 & 25: Understanding Unconsicous Biases and How to Tackle Them, with Dr. Linet Mera.https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/9091893https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/9093548Ep 26: Intentional Productivity, with María Angélica Peña.https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/9236522Ep 27: Things you Should Know about Entrepreneurship, with Dr. Elisa Teipel.https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/9311926Ep 28: Tips to Become an Investor and Support Entrepreneurs of Color, with Eli Velasquez.https://latinxcan.buzzsprout.com/765251/9391136Ep 29: About the Funding Gap in V...2021-12-0431 min
LatinX Can030: Serial entrepreneurship: Creating & selling companies, with Ángel MuñozMeet Ángel Muñoz, a serial entrepreneur born in New York from Puerto Rican parents, who is focused on developing technology whose goal is the defragmentation and enhancement of the human experience. Ángel talks about moving to Puerto Rico at age 10, and how having to learn a new language and adapt to a new environment helped him develop resilience, just like the many children who migrate to other countries. He also talked about how dropping out of college made his professional career much harder, and made his future dependent on serendipity. However, despite the setback, he was able to fou...2021-11-2053 min
LatinX Can029: About the Funding Gap in Venture Capital and Ways to Address it, with Juliana GaraizarMeet Juliana Garaizar, an experienced investor whose career has evolved into one focused on supporting inventors from minority groups, including women. Juliana has lived in multiple countries. She was born in Bilbao, Spain, and lived in France where she obtained an Erasmus scholarship to complete her last year of university studies. She also lived in Singapore while working for the Spanish Trade Commission, and now lives in Houston, Texas , where she serves as the head of Houston incubator Greentown Labs. Juliana explains to us the funding gap in venture capital and some of the factors that help perpetuate the...2021-11-0648 min
LatinX Can028: Tips to Become an Investor and Support Entrepreneurs of Color, with Eli VelasquezMeet Eli Velasquez, co-founder of the Investors of Color Network, an ecosystem of black and latinx accredited investors working to close the racial funding gap in startup capital. Eli is a native of El Paso, TX, who shares the positive aspects of living in a border community, which are rarely mentioned in the media. Eli left El Paso to pursue higher education, initially becoming a mechanical engineer who transformed into a patent attorney after pursuing a Juris Doctor degree while working full time. After living in Boston and California for a number of years, he returned to El Paso...2021-10-2343 min
LatinX Can027: Things you Should Know about Entrepreneurship, with Dr. Elisa TeipelMeet Dr. Elisa Teipel, an engineer and entrepreneur who shares with us the things she wished she knew before becoming an entrepreneur. Dr. Teipel tells the story of how she became an entrepreneur at the age of 7, and how her involvement in playing sports at highly competitive levels, such as the Olympic trials, helped her develop skills that have been key in attaining her goals. She also shares the traits that can help us become good engineers, which go beyond being good at math and science. Lastly, Dr. Teipel also talks about the different types of funding available for...2021-10-0947 min
LatinX Can026: Intentional Productivity, with María Angélica PeñaMeet María Angélica Peña, an industrial engineer who seeks to have a positive impact on her community by helping them manage their time and energy. María Angélica, a native of Colombia, talks about the importance of having role models, and of surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals who can help you achieve your goals. She also shares the journey she embarked on to understand what was missing in her life, and how her new-found passion became a community called Café con Plan: A productivity hub that provides tools and mentorships to help you identify what really...2021-09-2556 min
LatinX Can025: Understanding Unconscious Biases and How to Tackle Them, Part 2 with Dr. Linet MeraThis is the second part of a two-part episode where Dr. Linet Mera, co-founder of the Unconscious Bias Project helps us understand what unconscious biases are, and how to tackle them. Part 2 focuses on concrete tools we can use to tackle our own unconscious biases, and to intervene when we see them playing out in our own circles. Dr. Mera shares actual examples of how we could apply these tools, based on real-life experiences that these two women of color in science have experienced. Learn about The Unconscious Bias Project: https://www.unconsciousbiasproject.org/Leave a review: Apple: https...2021-09-1154 min
LatinX Can024: Understanding Unconscious Biases and How to Tackle Them, Part 1 with Dr. Linet MeraThis is the first part of a two-part episode where Dr. Linet Mera, co-founder of the Unconscious Bias Project helps us understand what unconscious biases are, and how to tackle them. Part 1 focuses on Dr. Mera’s story, growing up in 5 different countries and having diversity as a cornerstone of her development. She also talks about her experience navigating college, as the first in her family to attend university in the U.S. We also talked about how we “other” people and even fear them because we don’t understand who they are. To change this, she encourages us to be op...2021-08-2842 minLatinX Can023: Season 3 Starts August 28th 2021We are getting ready for another season of Latinx Can! New episodes will drop on August 28th. Make sure you catch up, and don't forget to subscribe! Leave a review: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-can/id1524232753Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/latinx-can-1354080www.latinxcan.com2021-08-1403 min
LatinX Can022: Building Resilience and Community Wherever You Go, with Dr. Teresa RamirezMeet Dr. Teresa Ramirez, a mexican-american scientist who is committed to give back to her community. Dr. Ramirez grew up in Compton, CA and tells us that despite the negative portrayal of this city in different media, she grew up surrounded by a supportive community that would take care of each other. She tells us about her passion for helping people, and how her dream to become a medical doctor was always founded in her love for science, and how she eventually made the decision to become a scientist. Dr. Ramirez also tells us about how SACNAS, a student...2021-06-2655 minLatinX Can021: The Story of Latinx CanToday we will be sharing a re-cast of an interview Dr. Jflow did with our friend and guest speaker Dr. Jazmina Urriola. The doctors did an instagram live a couple of months ago, and talked about the how the idea of a podcast showcasing latinx professionals came about, and why the team decided to start it during a global pandemic. We talked about the things we have learned throughout this journey of making a podcast, and about the value that latinx people bring to the countries that have opened the doors to this community of talented immigrants, including the U...2021-06-1124 min
LatinX Can020: Believing in Belonging, Being the Anti-imposter, with Jay FloresMeet Jay Flores, an engineer and global STEM ambassador who is on a mission to change the world by inspiring young minds to keep doing cool things with #STEM. Jay’s parents nurtured his curious mind from an early age, and his mentors encouraged him to develop a growth mindset and take on new opportunities. This environment helped him believe in himself and say YES to experiences that could help him grow, and led him to become the youngest board member of the Society of Professional Hispanic Engineers. Being the first engineer in his family, Jay...2021-05-291h 01
LatinX Can019: Getting Back on Track, with Dr. Alfredo Angeles-BozaMeet Dr. Alfredo Angeles-Boza, a university professor who reminds us that even if you derail from your plans, it is not too late to get back on track. Dr. Alfredo was born to a middle-class family who supported his education, until the socio-economic situation in Peru made it impossible to pay the university fees of both their sons. A t that time, Alfredo had stopped prioritizing his studies, and as a family, they decided that his brother should continue with his university studies while Alfredo would take a break. Ironically, he won a trip to Spain, and considered migrating...2021-05-1549 min
LatinX Can018: Knowing Your Own Value, with Cynthia OrduñaMeet Cynthia Orduña, a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant (DEI), and career coach, who is passionate about helping people develop personally and professionally. Cynthia began looking into systems of inequalities when she started her career in the HR space, and realized the importance of her role, when she could not find other latinx people like her in similar positions. She then transferred into the Tech space and was enthusiastic about helping companies become more diverse from within, but encountered resistance so she began working as a DEI consultant to redesign those systems with companies that actually want to p...2021-05-011h 03
LatinX Can017: How Good Mentors Can Help You Rise Up, with Dr. Charlie CorredorMeet Dr. Charlie Corredor, an engineer and entrepreneur who identified the power of mentorships and used it to represent the latinx community around the world. His curiosity and motivation led him to create connections with people who later became mentors, and who opened the doors to the world of science, literally! Dr. Charlie represented the U.S. and Colombia while pursuing research projects in China, Sweden, and France all before enrolling in a dual PhD program at Arizona State University. A twist in the plot took him from to the rainy city of Seattle, where he completed his PhD...2021-04-171h 01
LatinX Can016: Making the World a Kinder, More Inclusive Place with Dr. Jazmina UrriolaMeet Dr. Jazmina Urriola, a scientist and entrepreneur who is on a mission to make the world a kinder, more inclusive place. Dr. Jazmina tells us the story of how, from a young age, her artistic talents enabled her to contribute to her household financially, to help alleviate the burden her parents were facing, because they decided to give her the best education they could offer her. She talks about how her passion for Biology brought her to Texas A&M University to pursue a PhD, and learn more about the GMO technology and its applications in the agricultural...2021-04-0354 min
LatinX Can015: Choosing to Work on What you Love, with Dr. Andres Vidal GadeaMeet Dr. Andres Vidal Gadea, a Neuroethologist whose commitment to follow science despite the associated economic uncertainties, led him to become a college professor. Dr. Andres talks about his very humble beginnings, and how attending Pearson College United World College completely changed his life. He also talks about how he has used his scientific training, and his passion for teaching others, to help educate his community about COVID 19. He discusses vaccines, in the same evidence-based way he talks with his community via social media, and he gives us his objective advice about what vaccine is the best to get....H...2021-03-201h 04
LatinX Can014: Believe in Yourself and Take the Leap, with Carolina GroppaCarolina Groppa is a Hollywood producer and podcaster, whose self-awareness and belief in herself led her to become an Emmy-nominated producer… and she is here to tell you, Si se puede my friends, Si Se Puede! Carolina encourages us to develop the self-awareness that can help us understand where we are in our journey, and what kind of a leap we can take to develop our skills and our career. She also encourages us to believe in ourselves, because even if we don't have all the answers right now, we must trust that we can work hard to find th...2021-03-061h 03
LatinX Can013: Meet the Team, Part 3 with Dr. Jeniree Flores DelgadoIn this special episode you will learn about the story of our host, Dr. Jeniree Flores Delgado, her ups and downs, and what motivated her to start this podcast. Join us as she narrates the tips and tricks that have helped her turn her dreams into reality. Some of the opportunities mentioned in this episode:United World Colleges (UWC) https://www.uwc.org/Dow BEST Symposiumhttps://corporate.dow.com/en-us/careers/work-at-dow/best-symposium.htmlP&G F.I.R.S.T ConferenceBASF Research Forum www.latinxcan.com2020-12-121h 09
LatinX Can012: Meet the Team, Part 2 with Dr. Patricia VarelaThis is another one of those special episodes in which you get to meet the people who have supported the launching of this podcast. Dr. Patricia Varela is a resilient engineer who refused to let her professional career be dictated by the political situation of her beloved Venezuela...and she is here to tell you: Si se puede my friends, Si SE PUEDE! Paty, as we call her, talks about the journey that brought her to the United States, the challenges she has faced as a woman in a STEM field, and how creating meaningful relationships has helped her...2020-11-211h 02LatinX Can011: Time to Take a BreakHi there! Just letting you know we have been out on a break, recharging our batteries so that we can come back full of energy, and continue showcasing latinx professionals who turned their dreams into reality. We will be back in two weeks with the final episodes of our first season, we hope to see you then.www.latinxcan.com2020-11-0601 min
LatinX Can010: Overcoming Obstacles Posed by Intersecting Systems of Inequality, Part 2 with Dr. Laura MineroDr. Laura Minero is a psychologist who, with grit and determination, has surpassed the vast obstacles posed by her undocumented status, and she is her to tell you... Si Se Puede my Friends, Si Se Puede! In this second part, Dr. Laura and I talk about how the Deferred Action for Childhood arrivals program, better known as DACA, untied her hands so she could swim in the ocean of opportunities she was being offered because of her talents and skills, but which she could not take advantage of due to her immigration status. We discussed the threat the current...2020-10-2435 min
LatinX Can009: Overcoming Obstacles Posed by Intersecting Systems of Inequality, Part 1 with Dr. Laura MineroDr. Laura Minero is a psychologist who, with grit and determination, has surpassed the vast obstacles posed by her undocumented status, and she is her to tell you... Si Se Puede my Friends, Si Se Puede!. In the first part of this two-part episode we will learn about the tortuous path Dr. Laura had to endure to pursue her education, as well as the challenges she faced growing up in the Latinx community while identifying and recognizing her sexual and gender identity. Dr. Laura helped us debunk some myths about the undocumented community in the United States, and highlights...2020-10-0942 min
LatinX Can008: Education can Lift Mountains, Part 2 with Mr. Wilmer ChavarriaThis is the second part of a two-part episode in which we will learn about how Wilmer became a teacher. If you have not listened to the first part, please do so, it will help you understand where his passion for education comes from. In this second part we will learn about how his hard work and multicultural experience led him to be one of the 2 top-rated teachers in the state of New Mexico, and about the things that motivated him to become a school principal. More importantly, Wilmer encourages us to advocate for our children's education, and to...2020-10-0342 min
LatinX Can007: Education Can Lift Mountains, Part 1 with Mr. Wilmer ChavarriaIn this episode, Mr. Wilmer Chavarria, a school principal whose commitment to education propelled him from his humble beginnings, is here to tell you… Si se puede my friends, si se puede. This is the first part of a two part episode in which we will learn about Wilmer's story and the series of events that led him to explore the world in search of stories about humanity. However, above all else, this first episode is an homage to the one opportunity that single handedly changed our lives…attending a United World College. Some of the opportunities mentioned during this...2020-09-1940 min
LatinX Can006: Meet the Team, Part 1 with Dr. Agustin DiazThis is a special episode in which you will get to meet one of the people who have helped me make this podcast a reality. Dr. Agustin Diaz is a product of the public educational system in Puerto Rico, which despite the challenges it faces, just like many other public educational systems around the world, gave him the tools to be the first in his family to become a college graduate, a doctor in Chemistry, and a well- recognized figure in the 3D printing industry. Dr. Diaz is proof that our circumstances don't determine what we achieve in life...2020-09-0550 min
LatinX Can005: The Power of a LatinX Network, Part 2 with Dr. Wilmarie Marrero OrtizThis is the second part of a 2-part episode in which Dr. Wilmarie shares with us her experience preparing to apply for fellowships that gave her a financial freedom that any grad-student would dream of, and which took her to represent her beloved island of Puerto Rico, and the United States at the Paris Climate Change Conference COP21.Some of the opportunities mentioned during our conversation: Graduate Diversity Fellowship at Texas A&M University (TAMU, Likely available at other Universities in the USA): https://ogaps.tamu.edu/Buttons/Funding-Opportunities/Graduate-Diversity-Excellence-FellowshipsBridge to the Doctorate from the Louis Stokes Alliance for...2020-08-2245 min
LatinX Can004: The Power of a LatinX Network, Part 1 with Dr. Wilmarie Marrero OrtizThis is the first part of a two-part episode where Dr. Wilmarie Marrero-Ortiz shares multiple opportunities she took advantage of, and which helped her identify her passion for atmospheric sciences at an early age. Dr. Wilmarie became a scientist thanks to the support of her parents, teachers, and the relentless pursue of her goals. She is a National Science Foundation (NSF) fellow - a highly competitive honor bestowed upon the most promising graduate students in the physical sciences, and represented the United States, and her beloved island of Puerto Rico, at one of the most influential conferences to advocate...2020-08-0836 min
LatinX Can002: Little Sparks of Inspiration, Part 1 with Dr. Stephanie Florez-PollackIn the first of this two-part episode, we will learn about her journey through high school and college in the U.S, the obstacles she had to surpass to become a college graduate, and some of the lessons she carries with her through life; including practical advice as to how to build the courage to ask for help, stepping outside your comfort zone to explore new things no matter how hard life is, and listening to the little sparks of joy that can help us find our passion. Dr. Staphanie encourages you to cultivate your identity and cherish the...2020-07-1942 min
LatinX Can003: Little Sparks of Inspiration, Part 2 with Dr. Stephanie Florez-PollackThis is the second part of this two-part episode in which Dr. Stephanie shares the tools that helped her become a successful medical student, including the tips and tricks she found helpful when trying to finance her medical education. Dr. Stephanie is an empowered latina who is proud to represent our community and who wants us to harness the power of our diversity to effect change in our community!www.latinxcan.com2020-07-1935 minLatinX Can001: Introducing LatinX CanJoin host Dr. Jeniree Flores Delgado in her bi-weekly conversations with latinx professionals who turned their dreams into reality. Find inspiration, support, and actionable knowledge that can help you too, become a professional.www.latinxcan.com2020-07-1903 min