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VOCES: Raíces TerapéuticasVOCES: Raíces Terapéuticas - Episodio 4En esta entrega, David Solbes y Gia Issa tienen el honor de conversar con Moni Moreno, especialista en Tanatología, quien nos guía en la comprensión del proceso de duelo y la importancia de aprender a soltar con amor.✨ ¿Cómo enfrentamos la pérdida y transformamos el dolor en crecimiento? En este episodio, exploramos las herramientas que nos brinda la Tanatología para transitar el duelo con consciencia y encontrar sentido en la despedida.📅 No olvides: Publicamos nuevos episodios cada 15 días. 🗣️ VOCES: Raíces Terapéuticas – Un espacio para comprender, sanar y evolucionar.2025-03-3146 min
Café with Strangers37 - Carlos37 - CarlosIn this episode, I sit down to talk with Carlos about growing up in Mexico and being walking distance to the US, living in Seattle and Los Angeles and machismo. Tune in to hear Carlos share his experiences and what this episode has to do with pitayas (dragon fruit). February is Black History Month. Follow Carlos on Instagram @carloscotophoto @carloscotofoto and on Twitch @mexstoner–“The Three Mothers - How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, JR., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation” by Anna Malaika Tubbs2025-02-272h 19
Café with Strangers36 - A Brief Discussion on Immigration Facts and Statistics 36 - A Brief Discussion on Immigration Facts and Statistics The first episode of the year takes influence from the book Enrique’s Journey by Sonia Nazario and the previous episode retelling Enrique’s story. Along with sharing some facts and statistics from the book, the episode also takes a small dive into some realities that a person from Latin America is likely to encounter in their pursuit to better life for themselves and their families.–Trigger Warnings:Mention of sexual assault, death, child death–Some sources:Enriqu...2025-01-3041 min
Café with Strangers35 - Enrique's JourneyBrowsing the shelves of the local library, skimming hundreds of titles, I had about fifteen minutes before the library closed to try to find a book. After a few minutes, I started to think I wouldn’t be able to find a book today, and was starting to question what made me think it was a good idea to arrive at the library so late, when a title immediately caught my attention: Enrique’s Journey. The book I read was the young adult version adaptation of the original book written by Sonia Nazario where she tells the story of Enri...2024-11-2847 min
Café with Strangers34 - The Legend of La LloronaHappy Halloween! In celebration of the season, the episode dives into the lore of La Llorona. Tune in to hear about the beginnings of her tale and the inspirations she’s had throughout history. –Trigger Warnings:Death - mention of suicide, infanticide, homicide–Episode on Aztec Mythology:https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YcXtl8VixajUypYBiCFp1?si=aaf95c86cedf4608 “La Llorona” by Mamselle Ruiz sung in French, Spanish and ZapotecMamselle Ruiz - Homegrown Concert Camille Maria Acosta’s thesis:2024-10-3120 min
Café with Strangers33 - Hispanic Heritage Month and the Influence of Henry Gonzalez and Edward Roybal Every year from September 15 to October 15, America spends the month celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month with events and festivities sharing the culture, celebrating and appreciating the contributions the Hispanic community has made in this country. There were several people who helped start this and turn it into a month-long event, but there were two Mexican-American men involved who have made an impact in so many other ways.Their names were Henry B. Gonzalez and Edward R. Roybal.–Coffee of the Day: Café Bustelo–Episode starts around 00:02:00–So...2024-09-1944 min
Café with Strangers32 - Genocide in Guatemala - Part 2After an long and unexpected break, Cafe with Strangers returns with the continuation on the topic of the decades long civil war and genocide of the indigenous population that occurred in the 20th Century in Guatemala. In part one, the history of what led up to the start of the war and the death and destruction that affected the country, including its more vulnerable populations. This episode will dive into a committee led by three people who were entrusted with the task of gathering and documenting the information of what transpired and aided in creating ways on how proceed...2024-07-3142 min
Café with Strangers31 - Genocide in Guatemala - Part OneWhen Guatemala's president in the 1950's wanted to give back to the indigenous people, some who were opposed to it started a chain of events that lead to the country enduring a civil war that lasted nearly 40 years. This episode goes into what happened that lead up to death and destruction in Guatemala that affected some of the most vulnerable populations.–Trigger Warning:human rights violations, abuse and assault, death of children–Some website sources:https://worldwithoutgenocide.org/genocides-and-conflicts/guatemalahttps://hmh.org/library/research/geno...2024-03-2129 min
Café with Strangers30 - What's the difference between Hispanic and Latino?What's the difference between the Hispanic and Latino identities? Is there a significant difference? And how did these identities come about? Tune into the episode to learn some history behind them along with Chicano and some gender inclusive terms.–Some website sources:https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2022/10/01/hispanic-latino-latinx-latine-words-history/https://daily.jstor.org/where-did-the-term-hispanic-come-from/https://www.history.com/news/hispanic-latino-latinx-chicano-backgroundhttps://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/09/05/who-is-hispanic/–Follow the podcast on Instagram at @cafewithstrangers for updates and more. And if you’re interested in being part o...2024-02-2231 min
Café with Strangers29 - Society of the Snow - Movie Reaction & ReviewEarlier this month, J.A. Bayona's film Society of the Snow (Sociedad de la Nieve) was released on Netflix. After several weeks of research and months of anticipation for the film's release, to say I was excited was a serious understatement. Tune in to hear some live reactions and after thoughts of the film.-Follow the podcast on Instagram at @cafewithstrangers for updates and more. And if you’re interested in being part of the podcast, no matter where in the country you are, send an email over to cafewithpodcast@gmail.com.–2024-01-2526 min
Café with Strangers28 - the Netzy podcastWhat happens when you have a final for a class assignment that asks you to create it as if was a podcast? You call up the cousin who hosts one and create an episode together, of course.I'm joined by my cousin, Janetzy, to help create a podcast episode for her class about the article "Chicanas/Latinas Advance Intersectional Thought and Practice" by Maxine Baca Zinn and Ruth Enid Zambrana. In the varies tangents we get into, we discuss how we have uncles and an aunt who are much younger than us, how Mexican kids' birthday parties...2024-01-1842 min
Café with Strangers27 - Society of the Snow - The Story of Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 We were standing and waiting, shuffling ourselves down the aisle of the plane to get to our assigned seats. I had been digging deep into Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 recently and there I was boarding this aircraft. I've been on so many planes in my life, I've seen Final Destination, and I have anxiety so of course I've thought about what I'd do if I was on an airplane that crashed. Crashed and survived.What would I do? What would I really be able to do in order to survive? Those are answers...2023-12-2051 min
Café with Strangers26 - Aztec MythologyHave you ever heard about Coatlicue? Coyolxauhqui? Or maybe even Huitzilopochtli? In this minisode, tune in to hear some of the lore behind these gods and their influence to not only the Mexica but the influence throughout the last century.–TW: brief mention of decapitation/dismemberment and events of the September 11 attacks–Gloria Anzaldúa - https://gloriaeanzaldua.com/San Francisco Arts Commission Street SmARTs Program - https://www.sfartscommission.org/information-for/muralsDavid Ocelotl Garcia - https://www.ocelotlart.com/–Some sources include...2023-11-2127 min
Café with Strangers25 - UraAfter a brief hiatus, we're back! Join me in speaking with Urayoán as they discuss growing up in Puerto Rico, their passion and inspiration for art, and the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. We share in the similarities and differences in our gender identity journey and, in the spirit of the season, chat about Halloween and Día de los Muertos. Ura also speaks on past history and present status of Puerto Rico.–TW: mention of death/loss and natural disaster– Aditi Chaihttps://www.aditichai.com/–Fol...2023-11-011h 56
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Café with Strangers24 - MacarenaIn this week’s episode, we (virtually) reached across the PNW to talk to Macarena earlier this year. Macarena, Maki, shares what it was like moving from Paraguay to the states as a young child and living and growing up in central Oregon as a South American. She also shares part of her journey in self-discovery and inner child healing involving an extended visit to Paraguay and a Daiso account.Follow Macarena on Instagram @maki_yqueso and on Twitter @makiyquesito.–TW: Suicidal/suicidal ideations, miscarriage–Suicide and Crisis Lifeline- 988T...2023-07-081h 31
Café with Strangers23 - Delia del CarrilWelcome to the first minisode of the podcast! I’m joined this week with a guest from season one, Candice, and we go on a journey talking about an Argentine artist named Delia del Carril. Born in 1884, Delia lived a life filled with so much beauty and tragedy from traveling regularly between Latin America and Europe, living through both World Wars, aiding refugees to escape Europe and including having an unusual pet named the Child. Throughout everything, the everpresent love and admiration for art always existed for Delia and she was eventually able to pursue her passion and create ar...2023-07-011h 16
Café with Strangers22 - GabyMeet the first guest of season two: Gaby. Recording for the first time over video chat, Gaby tells her story about what it was like growing up first gen in a borough in New York City, spending summers with family in the Dominican Republic and the experiences and culture shock of moving to and living in Chicago, Illinois. She also recounts the details of the obstacles and struggles she had to endure as a graduate student working towards her Ph.D. Check out Gaby’s episode to hear her story and find out why the month of February left a...2023-06-182h 03
Café with Strangers21- Welcome, Updates, and MoreWelcome to Season Two of Café with Strangers! It's been a busy several months but CWS is back to continue elevating our voice, the latinx voice. In this intro episode, I'll be sharing some updates including info about future episodes. You'll also get to hear a bit about me, my story, from growing up in California and moving to Idaho as a young teen, dealing with mental illness, and how my coming out journey led me to living in Washington. --Trigger Warning: self-harm, cutting, alcohol abuse--"Cutting: Understanding and O...2023-06-1025 min
The Fake Ass Book ClubEpisode 88: The First Ever F.A.B. Awards!!Welcome back F.A.B. FAM!! The ladies are giving out the first ever F.A.B. Awards. Listen as they reveal some of their favorite episodes and moments from this past year. The ladies also discussed their love for podcasting and upcoming topics they are looking forward to discussing this year. Enjoy! P.S. They are aware it's Happy New Year NOT Happy New Years! lol Trigger Warning: Adult content & language. 🗣 ⚠️Please be advised this show is for adults 18 and up and the open minded. We are not professionals, or educators...just friends having candid conversations. *Dedication: * To all of our...2023-01-0559 min
Beyond the BindingEpisode 1: High House and The HodgeDiscussing Mexican Gothic by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia and On the Night of the Seventh Moon by Victoria Holt.
TW: Discussion of subjects such as rape, incest, cannibalism, suicide, and murder. If you are sensitive to any of these subjects, these books and this discussion may not be suitable for you. 2022-11-231h 20
Café with Strangers20 - AlexWelcome to the final episode of Season One of Cafe with Strangers! Join me in speaking with Alex as she tells us about growing up in Chicago, what haunted houses are like in the midwest, ADHD and sexuality, including asexuality and aromanticism. We also discuss a bit about our personal pets and cover subjects involving mental illness. TW: mention of suicide, suicidal ideations, some mention of child abuse, self harm, euthanasia Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 800-662-4357Follow Alex on socials @alexandnobody. Follow their...2022-11-132h 12
Café with Strangers19 - GabbyJoin me in this week’s episode where we get the opportunity to converse with Gabby. Gabby is an Ecuadorian Mexican American that was born in Washington and raised by her Ecuadorian grandmother for most of her life. Tune into her episode to hear her talk about the type of relationship she has with her parents, sexuality and experiences had as a POC in her adult life. You’ll also hear us discuss a bit about veterinary medicine, how my dog broke her bone and how this podcast became a reality. TW: suicidal ideationsSuicide and...2022-11-061h 50
Porque todo tiene que ver con todoPAS: Personas Altamente Sensibles ¿Qué tan sensibles se nos permite ser? por Ale y Moni | Ep. 1 | T2En el episodio de hoy tendremos como invitadas a Ale y Moni, dos hermanas terapeutas mexicanas que con sus experiencias de vida nos hablan de las diferencias entre sensibilidad e hipersensibilidad, qué es ser hipersensible, cómo podemos saber si somos PAS y socialmente qué tan sensibles se nos ha permitido ser.2022-11-0457 min
Café with Strangers18 - AlexisIn this week’s episode we get the chance to meet Alexis. As the first nonbinary person interviewed, he describes what their journey was like in discovering their gender identity and also other identity struggles and experiences he had, including being raised Pentecostal Christian. Alexis also tells us about the journey he and his family made from Mexico City to the US in the early 2000s.TW: mention of sexual abuse, suicideNational Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-4673Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988Follow Alexis on social media @kingperea. Follow th...2022-10-231h 40The Fake Ass Book ClubEpisode 75: A Review: "Mexican Gothic" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.Welcome back! This week the ladies reviewed "Mexican Gothic" by Silvia Moreno- Garcia. (Warning, this episode contains spoilers for the book.) In this book, a family of in-bread colonizers living in a mold laced haunted mushroom house in the Mexico City country side, try to hold main character Noemi, and her cousin, Catalina hostage in this creepy hellscape. The Doyle family, originally from England, planned to use the women’s wombs as incubators. The goal?... An effort to diversify their incestuous gene pool, while simultaneously preserving the twisted patriarch’s tainted bloodline in an effort to obtain immortality! Gross and weir...2022-10-201h 02
Café with Strangers17 - KevinWe’re back in Seattle for this week’s episode where we get to meet Kevin. Kevin is a first gen Salvadoreño American who grew up in Southern California for a majority of his life before spending time in Chicago but ultimately ended up in Seattle. Tune into his episode to hear him talk about family and untangling its politics, culture shock and experiences living in Chicago and mental health, including dissociative disorders. TW: domestic abuse, mention of deathNational Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233Follow the podcast on Instagram at @cafewithstrangers. If yo...2022-10-161h 35
Café with Strangers16 - MarisolJoin me this week in speaking with the third and last guest of the Los Angeles trip, Marisol. Sitting across from each other in a library study room, she recounts what it was like growing up first gen as the youngest of eight children, memories of time spent in Mexico and career changes. With some difficulty, but a lot more strength, we discuss the subjects of alcohol abuse and sexual assault.TW: sexual assault, alcohol abuse, mention of domestic violence National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-4673National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-72332022-10-091h 17
Café with Strangers15 - MarilynIn this week's episode we meet Marilyn, a woman who traveled from Colombia to America as a young girl with her mother in a journey that lasted over six months. Join me in talking with Marilyn as she openly shares what it was like for her growing up in several states, from dealing with traumatic school situations to the loss of her mother and its aftermath. Together we also touch on the subject of self-harm.TW: self harm, abuse, deathCutting: Understanding and Overcoming Self-Mutilation by Steven LevenkronFollow the podcast on Instagram...2022-09-301h 52
Café with Strangers14 - SusanaCafé with Strangers heads down to SoCal to spend some time in sunny Los Angeles and where we meet our first guest from the trip, Susana. In this week's episode you'll hear Susana talk about her experiences and struggles leaving Guadalajara, Jalisco as a little girl and growing up in LA. Together we discuss generational traditions and expectations, including the subjects of machismo and gender roles. Follow the podcast on Instagram @cafewithstrangers or twitter @cafewithpodcast. If you're interested in being part of the podcast, send an email over to cafewithstrangerspodcast@gmail.comMusic by lenoxbeatmaker (I...2022-09-231h 59
Café with Strangers13 - CandiceIn this week's episode we meet Candice. Recorded in a park on a warm day, Candice talks about growing up Mexican and Filipino, the similarities between both cultures and the identity struggles she faced. We also discuss what it's like being a middle child, religion and culture and struggles going through school. Follow Candice on Instagram @cannjari. Follow the podcast on IG @cafewithstrangers or if you're interested in being part of the podcast, send an email to cafewithstrangerspodcast@gmail.com.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-09-171h 24
Café with Strangers11 - the GroupIn the last several hours that Café with Strangers spent in the Bay Area, I spoke to Mark Anthony, Oscar and David and then briefly with Elyssa and her plus one. I've known these amazing human beings for nearly a decade but, as we sat around David's dining room table, I got to know them a little bit better . Join me in this bonus episode as the group talks and laughs together about being latinx in America.Follow the podcast for the most recent updates on Instagram @cafewithstrangers. If you're interested in being part of the podcast, y...2022-09-0342 min
Café with Strangers12 - Hector This episode is dedicated to Rebecca.In this week's episode we are joined by a special guest, my dear friend, Hector. Sitting on his couch on a chilly Bay Area night, you'll hear Hector talk about family and growing up in the Bay, a guy name Campa and how one person started him on the positive outlook he still has to this day.TW: child deathFollow us on Instagram @cafewithstrangers or send an email to cafewithstrangerspodcast@gmail.com if you're interested in being a part of the podcast. Music by...2022-08-261h 33
Café with Strangers10 - RoseCafé with Strangers leaves the Pacific Northwest and travels down to the San Francisco Bay Area where we meet this week's guest, Rose. Join us in learning about their experiences living in California, growing up third gen, gender identity and mental illness, including sobriety. Follow Rose on Instagram or TikTok @exorpiona.Follow CWS on Instagram @cafewithstrangers or if you're interested in being a part of the podcast, send an email to cafewithstrangerspodcast@gmail.com.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-08-171h 22
Café with Strangers9 - Adalisia Meet Adalisia, a Portland native and the last guest from our PDX trip. In this episode we hear her talk about growing up in a multicultural household, the struggles faced with a parent being deported and mental health. All with a heavy dash of ADHD spiced into the conversation. Follow Adalisia on Instagram @_adalisia_Follow the podcast on Instagram @cafewithstrangers or send us an email at cafewithstrangerspodcast@gmail.com if you're interested in sharing your story. Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-08-051h 20
Café with Strangers8 - Gabby and AbbyIn a first time event we're joined by two guests, Gabby and Abby, in this week's episode. Join me in getting to learn what's involved for these newly weds to get citizenship status for Gabby, the emotional events involving their sexuality and their culture shock experiences. Together we discuss stories of similarities and differences we share as Mexicanas.TW: mention of suicide/suicidal ideationsFollow us on Instagram @cafewithstrangers.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG). 2022-07-131h 59
Café with Strangers7 - YamiJoin me in traveling down the PNW where we meet our first guest in Oregon, Yami. In this ADHD-fueled episode, we discuss her growing up in LA, her journey to become a doctor as a first gen and mental illness, all the while trying to stay on topic. TW: mention of suicideFollow Yami on Instagram @yamimuriFollow us on Instagram @cafewithstrangersMusic by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-07-061h 56
Café with Strangers6 - ArmandoIn this week's episode we meet Armando, a man who came to the states as a young child and shortly after the realities of being Mexican in America began. Join us in discussing machismo, the struggle of being first gen, and parenting. Follow us on Instagram @cafewithstrangers or visit us at cafewithstrangers.com.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-06-101h 27
Café with Strangersminisode #2In this unmedicated ADHD minisode, you'll hear me discuss the topic of mental health. Wanna know what one cup of medium roast coffee and my mental have in common? Tune in to find out and also to meet a little friend that is sure to bring some serotonin to your day! Follow the podcast on Instagram @cafewithstrangers or send us an email at cafewithstrangerspodcast@gmail.com. Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG). 2022-05-2023 min
Café with Strangers5 - KristinThis week we meet Kristin, an early twenty-year old that shares her stories of what it was like growing up with divorced parents, the various Latin American cultures in her life, and her journey managing her mental health. Together, Kristin and I also discuss some realities of being a part of veterinary medicine. Follow us on Instagram @cafewithstrangersMusic by lenoxbeatmaker (ig)2022-05-151h 41
Café with Strangers4 - PrizzillaIn today's episode, Prizzilla openly shares her experiences growing up in SoCal, identity struggles, life in the army, and her struggles with ADHD. TW: SA, eating disorder, self-harm, addiction, mention of suicideFollow Prizzilla on social media. IG and TikTok: @Prizzilla, Twitter: PrizziIIaFollow us on instagram @cafewithstrangersmusic by lenoxbeatmaker 2022-05-051h 47
Café with Strangersminisode #1Welcome to the very first mini episode! Today you'll hear your host and last week's guest, Cristina, talk about how a TikTok video led to this minisode. Follow the podcast on Instagram @cafewithstrangers.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG)2022-05-0431 min
Café with Strangers3 - CristinaIn today's episode, Cristina, talks openly about growing up in Washington, being an undocumented Mexicana, her sexuality and schooling. If you'd like to follow Cristina on social media, her Instagram is _cristinamedinaa.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-04-111h 45
Café with Strangers2 - ConniIn this week's episode, Conni discusses growing up in Chile, life as a nonresident and culture shock in America, and her experiences with mental health.Visit our homepage @ cafewithstrangers.com and tune in every Sunday for a new episode.music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG).2022-04-041h 18
Café with Strangers1 - NormsIn this week's episode, Norms discusses her experiences as a Colombian American and how she managed school, her sexuality and mental health.Follow Norms on Instagram @itsnormarenata.Music by lenoxbeatmaker (IG)2022-03-271h 40
Café with StrangersWelcome/BienvenidosJoin me, your host Monica, on a journey in sharing stories from people navigating life as a latine in America. And yes, caffeine is involved.music by lenoxbeatmaker (instagram)2022-03-2002 min