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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp#5 | Who is ALELD? The not-for-profit you need to know about, bridging Australia & Latin America🎙️ Amiga Mía Talk Show – Ep #5: Who is ALELD?In this episode, your host Michelle from Amiga Mía sits down with Sam Bissett, CEO of ALELD (Australia Latin America Emerging Leaders Dialogue), to explore how this powerful initiative is building bridges between two regions.We chat all things ALELD’s mission since its 2018 launch, its evolution, and how it's shaping the next wave of changemakers across Australia and Latin America. Sam opens up about his own leadership journey, the cultural lessons he’s embraced from Latin America, and why community engagement is at the heart of diplomacy...2025-07-0234 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp#4 | Ms Vanguard , A New Digital Series produced by Bianca K Nuñez about a Uruguayan AustralianIn this ep, I chat with Bianca, a multi-talented actress, writer, and director (a queen!), who shares about her journey in the creative industry, her cultural heritage, and the inspiration behind her production company and the series 'Miss Vanguard.' She discusses the importance of representation, empowerment, and the challenges faced in the creative field, while encouraging authenticity and self-expression among individuals from diverse backgrounds.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Connection02:58 Bianca's Background and Creative Journey05:50 Cultural Heritage and Identity08:52 Launching a Production Company12:00 The Birth...2025-06-0437 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEP #3 | How Jacqueline Arias Built Australia’s First Fairtrade Coffee Brand | Latina Founder of RepúblicaWhat happens when a Colombian-Australian journalist sees injustice in the global coffee trade? She builds a movement — from her kitchen bench.In this inspiring interview, Jacqueline Arias, the founder of República Coffee, shares how her Colombian roots, Sydney upbringing, and journalistic grit led her to create Australia’s first organic, Fair trade certified coffee brand.✨ From identity to entrepreneurship, from ABC newsrooms to supermarket shelves — this is a story brewed with picardía, passion, and purpose.Don’t forget to subscribe for more powerful Latin-Australian stories that deserve the spotlight. 2025-05-2232 min
Our Hive - Tech Talks with WendyOur Hive - Founder of Amiga Mia - Michelle Yañez Olivares - 5 de Mayo Fiesta Launch Party here!🎧 Best 30-Minute Listen of the Week — You Don’t Want to Miss This.Meet Michelle Yanez Olivares: a powerhouse voice for Latin and Hispanic communities, igniting global impact starting right here in Australia. 🌏🔥In this bold and honest episode of Our Hive, Michelle shares how she's building an empire with heart, hustle, and an AI-powered mindset. From ChatGPT love to tech-driven transformation — this is the amiga talk you didn’t know you needed today. 💻💥👉 Hit play, lean in, and get inspired.Gracias https://www.amigamia.com.au/aboutAmigaMia #OurHivePodcast #LatinasInTech #AILeadership #TTWW2025-05-0533 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp 2 | Latina Leadership in Australia: How Gals en Australia is Changing the GameIn this episode of the Amiga Mia Talk Show, host Amiga Mia speaks with Alejandra Angeles (Ale), co-founder of Gals en Australia, a community dedicated to supporting Latin women in their professional and personal journeys. They discuss the challenges faced by Latina professionals in Australia, the importance of community, language, and the initiatives Gals en Australia has implemented to empower women, including the Gals Tribe mentoring program. Plus the significance of the upcoming She Rises event, and the broader impact of their work on future generations.Chapters:00:00 Introduction...2025-03-1256 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowThe Amiga Mia Talk Show | Lucerito León on Music, Culture & Breaking Barriers 🇵🇪🇦🇺 (100% Spanglish)En este episodio, I sit down with the incredible Lucerito León—artist, salsera, and community leader—to talk about música, identidad, and what it means to chase dreams as an immigrant in Australia. ✨ We get into: 🔥 The fusion of salsa & reggaetón (and how Bad Bunny’s new album hits different for immigrants) 💃🏽 The rise of mujeres in salsa and why representation matters 🌏 How music connects us across cultures & continents 💡 The power of comunidad in uplifting each other Lucerito shares her personal journey, the challenges of adapting to...2025-02-1850 minThe Amiga Mía Talk Show(XMAS SPECIAL) Latin Christmas Special Ft four Latinas from Sydney, AustraliaIn this final EP, I change the format and invite 3 Latinas from Australia to a studio in Sydney to chat all-things Latin Christmas with me. From traditional food, to typical latin Christmas music, to what we wear and everything in-between.
Hear from Ariane, Brazilian Australian, Actor, Juiliana, Australian Colombian, Latin Advocate, Garcia, Peruvian Australian, Latin Music Consultant and Michelle (and host) Australian Chilean, Latin Community Builder.
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I want to give a special shoutout to our sponsor, Hija Design, and share an exciting opportunity for Latin entrepreneurs and small...2024-12-2244 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp 15#| Argentinian Australian Actor Laura Vazquez on Iconic Aussie Show - Home & AwayIn this ep, I sit down with Laura Vazquez, an Argentinian-Australian actress who you might remember from the iconic Aussie TV show Home and Away back in the 90s. We get into all the things — her multicultural upbringing, what it was like navigating the Aussie entertainment scene, and how she keeps her Latina roots alive in her fam.
Laura gets real about being a proud Latina in the media, why representation matters, and the impact it has on young girls seeing themselves reflected on screen.
This one’s for anyone who’s ever juggled identities, repped...2024-12-1250 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEP 14# | +57 with Colombianas in Australia from the Creative Arts & Media IndustryIn this ep, three Colombianas in Australia and I chat about the controversial lyrics of a new reggaeton song +57 "Mamacita desde 14" , exploring the impact of beauty standards and hypersexualization on young women.
Guests:
Diana Paez, Colombian Australian, Documentary Filmmaker
Romina Aranzola, Colombian Mexican Australian, TV Presenter
Emmaleen Diaz, Australian Colombian, Emerging Artist
They share experiences and thoughts on how these themes manifest in their lives and communities, emphasising the importance of having open discussions about these issues and the need for accountability in the music industry, especially regarding the portrayal of women.2024-12-0251 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp 13# | Cindy Flores, Mexican Chef revolutionises Mexican fast food in AustraliaIn this ep, I chat with Cindy Flores, a prominent figure in the Mexican Australian community and a passionate advocate for authentic Mexican cuisine.
Cindy shares her journey from Guadalajara to Australia, her experiences in the culinary world, and her mission to promote la cultura Mexicana through food. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities she faced in the Australian food scene and her vision for the future of Mexican cuisine.
Cindy's story is one of resilience, cultural pride, and a commitment to sharing the richness of Mexican food with a broader audience.
2024-11-1756 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #12 | Aventuras de Amiga Mia in Bali, Navy Ship and PageantsIn this episode, I reflect on recent adventures, starting with my time in Bali, where I explored two incredible Latin-owned gems: Motel Mexicola in Canggu and Chinchorro in Ubud.
Back home in Sydney, I attend of a few Latin community events, including:
✨ The Cuauhtémoc Mexican Tall Ship Gala Night
👑 The Multiverse Pageant 2024, cheering on a Latin contestant
🌄 Magia de los Andes, a cultural celebration in Western Sydney
Join me for stories of connection, la cultura, and a little bit of sabor from both Bali...2024-10-3050 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #11| London-based British Latina Singer, Songwriter, Podcaster & AuthorIn this ep I chat with Milena Sanchez, a London-based British Latina singer, songwriter, and podcaster who has amassed 44k following on Insta and 100k on TikTok.
We chat all-things unique experiences of Latinas living in Australia and the UK, the challenges of cultural identity, and the importance of community.
Milena shares her journey from childhood dreams of stardom 'mini Shakira' to navigating motherhood and her successful podcasting career.
We also chat on Latin music scene, the significance of representation, and the resilience of the Latina community.
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No Second Class CitizensEmpowering the Latin Community in Australia with Michelle Yañez-OlivaresIn this episode of No Second Class Citizens, we sit down with Michelle Yañez-Olivares, the powerhouse behind Amiga Mia—a thriving community hub connecting and empowering Latin Americans across Australia and New Zealand. Michelle shares her incredible journey as the daughter of Chilean immigrants, navigating cultural identity, and how she turned her passion for community building into a platform with 75,000+ followers.We dive into the challenges faced by the Latin community, the inspiration behind Amiga Mia, and how Michelle continues to advocate for the visibility and success of migrants in Australia. Her story is one of res...2024-09-2950 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp10# | Meet 3 x Australian Olympian with Peruvian heritage, MariafeThis podcast series celebrates Latin Australians who are breaking barriers.
In this ep, I chat with Mariafe Artacho del Solar, an Australian volleyball 3 x Olympian with Peruvian heritage. She shares her journey from Peru to Australia at 11 years old, cultural shocks (e.g missing typical domingos con la familia in Peru) and her experience of the Olympics, including the atmosphere in the athletes' village.
We also chat cultural identity as both Peruvian and Australian. Most importantly, she opens up about the importance of mindset and positive affirmations in achieving success.
Talk about...2024-09-1046 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp#9 | A space for Latinx Creative Artists by Yo Soy CollectiveIn this ep, I chat with Jess the Co-Founder of Yo Soy Collective, a movement in Australia formed in 2018 that breaks creative barriers for the Latin American community. We chat about Yo Soy Collective's initiatives, including the Latinx Artist Directory, the 'Here We Are Now' documentary and Jess introduces a new initiative called Sobremesa!
In our chat we talk through the importance of paid opportunities for artists and the need for inclusive and diverse representation in the arts.
👉🏽 Website: https://yosoycollective.com/
🎥 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yosoycollective/2024-08-2640 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp#8 | Australian Latina awarded Order of Australia MedalIn this ep, I chat with Luz Restrepo, Co-founder & Director of Migrant Women in Business Australia, shares her journey as a Colombian migrant in Australia. She arrived in Australia seeking political asylum and within 4 years built and became the CEO of SisterWorks, (Yas reina!) a social enterprise that supports migrants and refugee women, AND that has been endorsed by UN Women.
In 2020, she co-founded Migrant Women in Business, which focuses on empowering thousands of migrant women economically. In 2024, she was awarded the Order of Australia medal! Second Latin in Australian history. 👏🏽 👏🏽
Village Business website: htt...2024-08-1343 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEP #7 | Meet the Latinas from the cast of 'In The Heights' at the Sydney Opera HouseIn this ep, I chat with Olivia Vasquez & Olivia Dacal, talented Latina performers and we chat about their roles in the musical 'In the Heights' at the Sydney Opera House. The conversation revolves around familia, pressure, support, representation, and la comunidad latina en Australia.
Olivia Vasquez plays Vanessa, a dreamer who wants to leave the barrio but realises that her home and community are important to her. Olivia Dacal plays Nina, who faces challenges at college but ultimately finds strength in her community. Both resonate with their characters and bring their own experiences to...2024-07-3047 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp# 6 | Navigating microagressions with Liliana SanchezIn this episode, I chat with Liliana Sanchez Founder of Moving Cultures, Moving Stories about all-things microaggressions and their impact on marginalised groups, including the Latin community. She shares examples of microaggressions she has personally experienced.
Lily shares her personal journey as a Chilean political refugee and explains how microaggressions manifest within the Latin Australian community. We discuss the importance of representation and the need to combat stereotypes and unconscious biases.2024-07-2247 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp# 5 | Hear from las mujeres behind these Latin Dance Groups!In this episode, I chat about all things latin dancing (Reggaeton and Folkloric), community updates and more! Plus Hear from two in-person interviews with women founders of dance groups in Sydney.
The first interview is with Sera Fichera, a business partner at Tropical Soul Studio and creator of the Bad Girl event. The second interview is with Catalina Lucero, one of the founders of Corazon Chileno, a folkloric dance group.
2024-07-0437 minThe Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #4 | Empowering Afro-latin sounds & artists with InBraza: Lua Brandao's ImpactIn this episode, Luara Brandao, the founder of InBraza, shares her journey as a Brazilian creative living in Melbourne and her inspiration behind founding InBraza. InBraza is an Afro-Latin cultural collective that celebrates Baile Funk and Afro-Latin sounds and artists. Lua emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space where people can express themselves freely and authentically. She also discusses the need to empower and provide opportunities for underground and marginalized artists in the Latin American community. Lua's vision for InBraza is to make a global impact and change the narrative around Brazilian music and culture.
2024-06-1146 min
The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #3 | Actor from Stan Originals Series Bump, Paula GarciaIn this episode, I chat with Paula Garcia the actor who plays Rosa Hernandez in the Stan Originals Series - Bump. We discussed her early life in Colombia & France before she moved to Australia, her acting journey, her life as a Latin actor in Australian TV and what's next.
✨ Follow her journey on Instagram here
🎥 Watch a TikTok clip of the show here
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEP#2 | Radio Presenter, DJ and Disrupter. The story behind Carolina GasolinaIn this series, I talk to Badass Bichotas in the Latin Australian & NZ scene. Each ep is between 30-40 minutes max, perfect to listen to in the background!
In this episode, I chat with Peruvian Australian Carolina De La Piedra, a Peruvian Australian who is breaking barriers.
Her brand & DJ name 'Carolina Gasolina' is recognized as a household name and has managed to build an empowering reputation and loyal following in the music industry.
In this Ep, she opens up about her influences in life such as growing up as a migrant in...2024-05-0140 min
The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp# 1 | Latin Australian Comedian & Drag King, Natali CaroThis series I talk to Badass Bichotas in the Latin Australian & NZ scene. Each ep is between 30-40 minutes max, perfect to listen to in the background!
In this first ep, I chat with Latin Australian Comedian Natali Caro, a Sydney-based drag king and comedian. Natali opens up about being a neurodivergent Queer Latinx Australian and her path to disrupting the comedy scene.
We chat about growing up in a Latin household, travelling in Latin America, topics prevalent in our community and the journey to performing at the Melbourne Comedy Festival 2024.
2024-04-0734 min
The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #11 - First Gen Australian Latin Artists based in MelbourneLast episode of the year!
Meet Elaura (Emi Nesvara Hernandez) and Papito Gamble (Cris Gamble) first-gen Australian Chilean artists out to disrupt the Latin music scene in Melbourne and Australia! We talked about all things upbringing, blended cultures and how that influenced the music they produced.
🎶 Follow Elaura on Instagram here
🎶 Follow Chris Gamble on Instagram here
🎥 Watch a clip of the episode on insta here
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2023-12-2840 min
The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #10 Emerging Voices of the Latin Rock Scene in AustraliaJoin us in "Emerging Voices of the Latin Rock Scene in Australia," where I chat with Argentinian Australian Jonny, the founder of Rock Latino Australia, and Felipe a Colombian Australian, drummer of the renowned Latino Fonika, about their journey in the Latin Rock genre amidst the reggaeton and salsa-dominated landscape. They talk about unity, passion, and the combined efforts to elevate the Latin rock community.
🎸 Follow Rock Latino on Instagram here
🎸 Follow Latino Fonika on Instagram here
🎥 Watch a clip of the episode on Insta here
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #9 Australia's Vibrant Lowrider Scene: Latin Pride Lowriders, Socios, and Latin's FinestAustralia's sprawling coastlines and iconic landmarks might seem worlds apart from the streets of Southern California. Yet, deep within the heart of Sydney and Melbourne, a growing lowrider community thrives. Lowrider Sunday, Australia's grandest celebration of the culture, was a spectacle of bouncing cars and shared pride. After experiencing this festival, I chatted with members from three Latin clubs: Socios, Latin Pride Lowriders, and Latin's Finest, unravelling their stories and the passion they bring to the lowrider game in Australia. Lowrider Sunday isn't just about the cars; it stands as a testament to Australia’s embracing of Latino-Chicana culture, br...2023-09-3017 min
Ignite with Jess Soto-RamirezEp49. Latinas in Business - "I changed my view on adversity" with Michelle Yanez Olivares from Amiga MiaWelcome to this special edition where I'm taking this time to spotlight Latina's in business during Hispanic Heritage Month [15th September - 15th October]
My first guest is the beautiful Michelle Yanez-Olivares! Community Builder & Strategist, Founder of Amiga Mia.
Amiga Mía was founded in 2017 by Australian Latina, Michelle Yanez-Olivares. Michelle is a Chilean Australian. Her parents and brothers immigrated to Australia in the mid-80s and raised Michelle culturally Chilean.
Amiga Mía’s brand purpose is to celebrate, connect and empower Latin Americans within Australia & New Zealand through relatable content. This enco...2023-09-1956 min
The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #8 Natalie Stansfield, Founder of La Bomba Radio, Dance & DJ SenoritaIn this episode, I talk with Natalie the Founder of La Bomba Radio show, La Bomba Dance and Entertainment group also known as DJ Senorita. She is based in Adelaide, was born to Chilean parents and cultivated part of the first-ever Latin Music scene in South Australia.
And one of the first ( if not the first) female Latin DJs in Australia.
✨ Follow La Bomba on Instagram here
🎥 Watch a clip of the episode on TikTok here
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #7 Insta Live with Laura Moya, Assistant Referee FIFAIn this episode, I speak with Laura Moya an Assistant Referee in Australia based in Melbourne. She is one of four official Assistant Referees. We talk about her upbringing with Chilean migrant parents and how this influenced her decision to be a ref.
✨ Watch the interview on TikTok here
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp#5 Meet Camila Ponte Alvarez, actor from the Latin Theatre Production 'Fade"Dive into the inspiring journey of Camila, an Australian Latina actor, as she takes on the role of Lucia, a Mexican novelist, in a groundbreaking theatre production celebrating Latino culture. Join us for a rollercoaster of emotions, fun, and resilience as Camila shares her real-life experiences of being a daughter of immigrants and cultivating her identity in a world that often leaves her feeling "ni de aqui ni de alla."
✨ Follow Camila Ponte Alvarez on Instagram here
🎥 Watch a clip of the episode on TikTok here
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #4 Australian Latin Reggaeton Artist Jess MakaveliIn this episode, we have the talented and passionate reggaeton artist, Jess Makaveli. Jess shares her journey as an artist, her cultural background, and her challenges as a Latina in the Australian music industry.
Jess shares her personal journey, growing up in a cross-blended cultural experience and finding inspiration in her Salvadoran roots. She talks about the challenges she faced as a Latina artist, from navigating the music industry to overcoming societal expectations. Jess aims to empower Latin women with her music, encouraging them to embrace their uniqueness and defy stereotypes.
✨ Follow Je...2023-07-1635 min
The Global Citizen Therapy PodcastDating, Relationships, and Cultural Identity as a Latina Australiana with Michelle Yañez Olivares, Founder of Amiga MiaDive into a captivating conversation with Michelle Yañez Olivares, a daughter of immigrants who grew up in Australia. Michelle shares her inspiring journey of navigating cultural identity, the need for community events for Latinos, and embracing our truths. Join us in this heartfelt episode in which we explore cultural scripts, toxic masculinity, and dating while shedding light on how our backgrounds shape these aspects of our lives. In this episode, we chat about the differences between growing up in the U.S. and Australia as a daughter of immigrants and a Latina. This enriching a...2023-07-0457 min
The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #3 The team behind the Brisbane Latin Party 2023In this episode of Spanglish Talks, I interview Alessandra, Jacqui and Oscar who form part of the Moonlight Tango team, a non-profit organization based in Brisbane.
Moonlight Tango started as a group of volunteers passionate about promoting Latin American culture through dance events. Over the years, they have evolved into organizing larger cultural events, including their upcoming Brisbane Latin Party event on July 29th 2023.
The hosts discuss Moonlight Tango's origins, their role in the organization, and the growth of the Latin community in Brisbane.
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #1 Being a daughter of immigrants with trauma-informed therapist, Nancy DiazJoin Amiga Mia talk with Nancy Diaz, a trauma-informed therapist and daughter of Mexican immigrants living in Sydney, as she empowers Latinas and women of colour on the Global Citizen Therapy Podcast. Through candid conversations, Nancy addresses imposter syndrome, cultural identity, and the unique challenges faced by second-generation immigrants. Destigmatizing mental health, this platform fosters empowerment, healing, and self-discovery.
Follow Nancy Diaz on Instagram here ✨
Listen to Global Citizen Therapy podcast here 🎙
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The Amiga Mía Talk ShowEp #2 Latina Founded Brand: Mami Watta CollectionsDiscover the vibrant world of Latina-founded brand Mami Watta Collections, where Latin culture and indigenous artistry intertwine. Celebrate the richness of Latin culture through captivating art and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Mami Watta. Explore the transformative power of love, connection, and artistry in this delightful conversation with founder Ana Maria Parada.
Read the blog here. ✨
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2023-06-1627 min