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Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 20- Burnout to Lit UpEpisode 20 — Season 4 FinaleWelcome back to Adelante Leadership! I’m so thrilled to have you here for this very special Season 4 finale. Throughout this season, we’ve explored powerful conversations and invaluable insights about how we can grow as leaders, connect more authentically, and make a lasting impact on our communities and organizations.And today, we close the season with a truly inspiring guest whose work speaks directly to these themes. Our topic is Burnout to Lit Up — because if you’ve ever felt the weight of stress, exhaustion, or disengagement, you know how much we all nee...2025-06-2539 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 19- “Carpenter for Sustainability”In this episode of Adelante Leadership, we meet a young changemaker shaping the future of environmental justice and community empowerment. Sebastian Partida-Osuna is a first-year Environmental Science student at Oregon State University, whose passion for sustainability is deeply rooted in community engagement and cultural pride.As a rising leader, Sebastian embodies a commitment to building a more sustainable world—not just through academic study, but through hands-on involvement and advocacy. He believes in the power of representation, striving to show that his culture and community are not only resilient but also capable of transforming systems and narratives....2025-06-1038 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 18-"Filling Our Own Cup"Welcome back to Adelante Leadership, the podcast where we explore the stories, insights, and journeys of leaders making a difference in our communities and beyond.In today’s episode, we dive into the vital theme of "Filling Our Own Cup" — a conversation about self-nourishment, balance, and reclaiming time and energy as acts of leadership. Too often, those in service to others forget to care for themselves. Today, we’re reminded that true leadership begins with how we care for our own spirit.We’re honored to be joined by Patricia Flores, Spanish Language Program Coordinator at NAMI Seat...2025-05-2633 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 17: Get Rooted with Robyn MorenoIn this soulful and energizing episode of Adelante Leadership, we sit down with Robyn Moreno—curandera, storyteller, former Emmy-nominated TV host, and the author of Get Rooted: Reclaim Your Soul, Serenity, and Sisterhood Throughthe Healing Medicine of the Grandmothers. Robyn shares her deeply personal journey of reconnecting with ancestral wisdom and embracing her Mexican-American roots to find balance, belonging, and purpose.Through laughter, insight, and honest reflections, Robyn invites us to explore what it means to ground ourselves—culturally, spiritually, and emotionally—in today’s fast-pacedworld. Together, we unpack how traditional knowledge and holistic healing can be powerful...2025-05-1540 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 16: Latino Civic Engagement: Why It MattersSylvia Salazar, Founder of TonoLatinoIn this powerful episode of Adelante Leadership, we sit down with Sylvia Salazar, a Colombian immigrant, computer engineer, and former tech professional turned political activist. Sylvia is the founder of TonoLatino.com, a bilingual platform dedicated to educating the Latino community on U.S. politics in a simple, engaging, and accessible way.We dive deep into the importance of Latino civic engagement, exploring why our voices matter, how policy directly impacts our communities, and what we can do to become more informed and empowered voters. Sylvia shares her journey from...2025-04-3040 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 15: "Everyone Has Gifts and Talents to Share with the World"In this powerful episode of Adelante Leadership, Peter and Tania sit down with Lourdes Flores, a deeply respected community leader whose life's work centers on empowerment, justice, and opportunity. Lourdes brings her passion and insight to the conversation as she shares the conviction that everyone has unique gifts and talents to offer the world.Originally from Mexico, Lourdes has worked tirelessly since 1989 with ARISE Adelante, a grassroots organization based in the South Texas borderlands. She has dedicated her career to improving living conditions in the colonias of the Rio Grande Valley, always with a focus on uplifting...2025-04-1633 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 14: Ready to Be Audacious with Edgar J. PalaciosIn this episode of Adelante Leadership, Tania and Peter sit down with Edgar J. Palacios, a visionary leader dedicated to increasing Latino representation in education. As the founder of the Latinx Education Collaborative (LEC) and Revolución Educativa (RevED), Edgar is on a mission to create equitable opportunities for Latino students and educators.Edgar shares his journey from a background in music to becoming a powerhouse in nonprofit leadership, earning an MBA, completing prestigious fellowships, and advocating for systemic change. With a wealth of experience in community organizing, executive coaching, and educational equity, he brings insights into w...2025-04-0134 min
Adelante LeadershipS4 Episode 13: "There is Gold Everywhere"Tania and Peter talk to Gibrán.Our species stands at a choice point—will this be our evolutionary crash or our evolutionary leap? In this episode, internationally renowned master facilitator Gibrán Rivera joins the conversation to explore what it takes to move forward together.Gibrán helps leaders, networks, and organizations navigate complexity while centering power, equity, and inclusion. He invites us into a forward-facing remembering, a call to reclaim trust and embrace the currency of love as we shape the future. His work is dedicated to defining better ways of being together in th...2025-03-1938 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 12: "Empoderando Comunidades: El Legado de Ramona Casas y ARISEPeter and Tania welcomes Romona Casas. Bienvenidos a Adelante Leadership, el podcast donde amplificamos las voces de líderes latinos que están generando un cambio duradero en sus comunidades. Hoy tenemos el honor de conversar con Ramona Casas, una incansable defensora de la justicia social y los derechos de los inmigrantes en el Valle del Río Grande.Ramona es originaria de Ocotlán, Jalisco, México, emigró al sur de Texas y creció en Reynosa, Tamaulipas. Su pasión por el empoderamiento comunitario la llevó a cofundar ARISE (A Resource In Serving Equality) en 1987 j...2025-03-0547 min
Adelante LeadershipS4 Episode 11: Stand With Each OtherTania and Peter speak to Irene. Welcome to Adelante Leadership! In today’s episode, we are honored to have an inspiring and transformative leader join us: Irene Packer-Halsey. With over 50 years of experience, Irene has dedicated her life to empowering BIPOC communities to drive social change and justice. Her journey, which began in her adolescent years, has been guided by a clear and unwavering purpose—creating vibrant, fair, and just communities where intergenerational families and children can thrive.Throughout her career, Irene has worn many hats—trainer, coach, mentor, and activist—always with a focus on inspi...2025-02-1935 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 10: Dream First with Ellen BennettWelcome back to another episode of Adelante Leadership podcast where we dive into conversations that inspire, challenge, and empower. Tania and Peter co-hosts, today, we have a powerhouse guest joining us—Ellen Bennett!
Ellen is the founder and CEO of Hedley & Bennett, the company behind the premium aprons that have taken the culinary world by storm. What started in her tiny L.A. apartment has grown into a multi-million dollar business, built on grit, vision, and relentless action. But Ellen’s impact goes far beyond aprons—she’s also the author of Dream First, Details Later: How to Quit...2025-02-0543 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 9: Be the PassionWelcome back to another episode of Adelante Leadership! Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to John Torres, an extraordinary leader with over 20 years of experience as an educator, lawyer, and occasional judge. John is a thought
leader and strategy execution expert who has transformed organizations in the C-suite, litigation, and university spaces through his meaningful and impactful approach to leadership.
Born and raised on a farm in northeastern Colorado, John’s journey began alongside migrant workers in the fields. From those humble beginnings, he has risen to prominence, balancing a dynamic career that includes serving as a...2025-01-2123 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 8: “Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors to Leadership and Social Justice”Welcome to Episode 8 of the Adelante Leadership podcast!
Today, Peter and Tania are thrilled to welcome an exceptional guest whose
contributions to education and social justice continue to inspire communities
nationwide. Our episode is titled, "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Doors to
Leadership and Social Justice," and we are honored to have Dr. Curtis
Acosta join us for this conversation.
Dr. Curtis Acosta is a trailblazing educator and the Founder and Executive
Officer of the Acosta Educational Partnership. He has dedicated his career to
transforming education through the lens of equity and justice. Recognized as
one of the “To...2025-01-0740 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 7: Vulnerability and its transformative power in education.Welcome to Adelante Leadership, the podcast where we celebrate the stories of inspiring leaders who are creating meaningful change in their communities and beyond. We are your co-hosts, Peter and Tania, and we are so excited to bring you today’s episode, which delves into a topic that is at the heart of true leadership: vulnerability and its transformative power in education.
Joining us today is Hector Bojorquez, a visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in education. Hector began his journey as an educator in a bilingual elementary school classroom, where he saw firsthand the profound im...2024-12-1735 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episodio 6: Liderando con Autenticidad y VulnerabilidadEn este episodio del podcast Adelante Leadership, contamos con la participación especial de Lorena Andrade, directora de La Mujer Obrera (LMO), una organización comunitaria independiente con sede en El Paso, Texas.
Lorena comparte cómo su liderazgo está enraizado en la autenticidad y la vulnerabilidad, cualidades que han sido fundamentales para fortalecer a las mujeres en su comunidad. Desde su experiencia organizando a mujeres desplazadas de la industria de la confección tras la implementación del TLCAN, Andrade ha demostrado un compromiso inquebrantable con el empoderamiento y la creación de espacios donde las mujeres...2024-12-0432 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 5- The Power to Harvest Love in Your LeadershipWelcome to Adelante Leadership, Peter and Tania explore transformative ideas, inspiring stories, and impactful strategies that empower leaders to create meaningful change. In today’s episode, we delve into a compelling concept—The Power to Harvest Love in Your Leadership.
Our guest, Natanael Mateus-Ruiz, is an extraordinary educator and leader specializing in leadership development, peace education, human development, language, and conflict resolution. As a certified mediator and seasoned expert, Natanael has devoted his life to transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection. His journey as an immigrant and survivor of violence shaped his commitment to creating a more...2024-11-2038 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episodio 4- Antiracismo y Vulnerabilidad: Liderazgo para una Sociedad Justa¡Bienvenidos a otro episodio 4 de Adelante Leadership! Hoy estamos emocionados de tener a un invitado excepcional: José Antonio Aguilar Contreras, Director de RacismoMX. José Antonio es un líder y activista comprometido con la defensa de los Derechos Humanos y la igualdad racial en México. Con una formación sólida en economía por el ITAM y un MBA de la Universidad de Essex, ha ampliado su conocimiento en racismo y xenofobia en instituciones como la UNAM, El Colegio de México y la Universidad de Guadalajara.
En 2019, fundó RacismoMX, una organización que busca erradicar e...2024-11-0536 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 3- RelentlessWelcome to this episode of Adelante Leadership, where Tania and Peter are joined by a very special guest, Luis Miranda Jr., a renowned political strategist, philanthropist, and author. Luis has dedicated his life to advocating for Latino communities and driving meaningful change in the U.S. His book, "Relentless: My Story of the Latino Spirit That Is Transforming America", dives deep into his personal journey, his work as an advocate, and how his relentless spirit continues to shape the future for Latinos in this country.
Today, we’ll explore the themes of his book, his incredible story of...2024-10-2225 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 2: Access Strength from AncestorsTania and Peter talk to Paulina about accessing your strength from ancestors.
Paulina Valdavinos Mercado is currently working on completing her college degree and studying Public Policy and Economics. She is a leader and community organizer in Central Washington. She is also currently serving as an Alianza Youth Fellow in a program of Latino Community Fund that drives a youth-led movement of collective voices to bring change to their communities. 2024-10-0926 min
Adelante LeadershipS 4 Episode 1: Liberation Through VulnerabilityPeter and Tania talk to Dr. CarolLaine Garcia about Liberation Through Vulnerability.
Dra. García is a visionary on a mission to revolutionize leadership with healing. With a PhD in organizational psychology + a decade of DEIB leadership consulting within Fortune 500, Dr. García uses her expertise and passions to facilitate positive changes in individuals and organizations. As the first generation PhD in her Dominican-American immigrant family, Dr. García embodies resilience and ancestral pride. Drawing on her vibrant cultural herstories and holistic self-healing transformations, she's disrupting outdated leadership paradigms through her pioneering approach: Queen Mindset Leadership which she...2024-09-2448 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 22 - Leading with Heart: Voices of Latine YouthIn our final episode of the season, we highlight the inspiring journeys of three remarkable Latine leaders making a difference in their communities:
Caleb Cazares Garay: A high school senior, athlete, and volunteer dedicated to developing his leadership skills. Caleb is passionate about creating a better world for his younger siblings and other Latine children and youth.
Josue Villalobos: Recently graduated from high school and set to attend the University of Washington in the fall. Josue actively participates in school and community activities, fostering a sense of belonging and connection wherever he goes.
...2024-06-2534 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 21- Dr. Leticia Nieto-Beyond Inclusion, Beyond Empowerment: A Developmental Strategy to Liberate EveryoneTania and Peter talk to Dr. Nieto about her powerful book Beyond Inclusion, Beyond Empowerment: A Developmental Strategy to Liberate Everyone.
Dr. Leticia Nieto has been an active poet, dramatist, and performer since 1978.
She has been a psychotherapist and trainer in anti-oppression and expressive techniques including psychodrama, playback theater, and theater of the oppressed since 1980.
She is a leadership coach, psychotherapist, and educator specializing in liberation, equity, and evolutionary creativity.
Her 2010 book, Beyond Inclusion, Beyond Empowerment: A Developmental Strategy to Liberate Everyone, is an accessible analysis of the dynamics of oppression and...2024-06-1939 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 20- Mimi Madrid and Nez Gonzalez - Latine LeadershipPeter and Tania talk with Mimi and Nez about Latine Leadership.
Mimi Madrid and Nez Gonzalez are two inspirational Latine leaders and part of the team at Fortaleza Familiar, an organization dedicated to the wellness of Indigenous Chicanx Latinx Lesbian Gay Bi Queer Trans Two-Spirit young people and their families in Colorado.
Mimi is a mexica chicanx queer two-spirit writer, multimedia-maker, organizer the Executive Director of the organization.
Nez Gonzalez (he/him) is co-founder of the organization and now serves as Community Workshop Facilitator. Nez shares expertise and organizing for trans student rights in D...2024-05-2938 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 19- Sonya Perez-Lauterbach- Leadership CoachTania and Peter talk to Sonya about leadership coaching.
Sonya Perez-Lauterbach is a Certified Leadership Coach, Change Expert, and the creator of Leadership Atlas™ - a holistic approach to leadership development. Her mission is to change the paradigm of leadership to caring for the whole person through a mental, emotional, and embodied approach.
Through transformational 1:1 coaching Sonya supports change agents to become confident, effective and joyful leaders on their own terms. Her paradigm moves beyond self-care. She believes that authentic, empowered leadership is the key to healthy, thriving organizations that improve the wor...2024-05-1435 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 18- Josue Villalobos a Latine Youth Leader
Josue Villalobos, is a senior in High School. He is an active participant in school and communal activities, doing his best to create a flourishing sense of belonging and connection everywhere he goes.
Josue states "I am glad you are tuning in to listen to my podcast episode and I encourage you to go out and accomplish that thing that's been on my mind!"
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Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 17- Amalia Martino and The Vida AgencyTania and Peter talk to Amalia about her leadership with The Vida Agency.
Amalia Martino is Founder and President of The Vida Agency, a multi-service and multi-cultural company that works to advance racial equity in the Northwest. Her agency helps clients learn how to include and center the voices of people traditionally left out through innovative communications and public relations strategies. Amalia’s leadership amplifies the voices of the unheard and underserved and builds authentic bridges between our clients, the media, and community.
2024-04-1736 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 16- Carolina Mejias Rivera- Mentes Puertorriqueñas en AcciónPeter and Tania talk to Carolina about her work with Mentes Puertorriqueñas en Acción.
Carolina Mejías Rivera es Gestora Cultural y Recreacionista. Tiene un bachillerato en Ciencias Sociales con concentración en Ciencias Políticas, segunda concentración en Recreación y una secuencia curricular en Cooperativismo; además, cuenta con una maestría en Gestión y Administración Cultural, ambos en la Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Río Piedras.
A lo largo de su carrera profesional ha desarrollado proyectos en los que involucra a las comunidades con el acceso unive...2024-04-0336 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 15- Marcela Diaz and Pueblos UnidosTania and Peter speak to Marcela about her leadership and her work with Pueblos Unidos.
Marcela Díaz is the Founding Executive Director of Somos Un Pueblo Unido, a statewide immigrant-based organization that works to promote racial and worker justice in New Mexico. Through its community organizing, electoral engagement, litigation, and policy advocacy efforts, Somos has helped shape New Mexico’s immigrant and worker’s rights landscape for over two decades. With Marcela's leadership, the organization has spearheaded several local and statewide laws and has won dozens of awards for its grassroots work.2024-03-2035 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 14- ANGELA ARMENDARIZ a youth leaderPeter and Tania speak to Angela about her youth leadership and
wisdom.
Angela Armendariz is an inspiring Latine youth leader from Mexico. From a young age she became aware of the social challenges and barriers to BIPOC people in the United States and stepped into her leadership journey organizing students to create supportive and caring community with other Latine youth. She attends Olympic College earning college credit while completing her high school diploma and creating the first Latine student organization in the institutions.2024-03-0623 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 E 13: Mark Magaña-Latine environmental leadership
Mark Magaña is the Founding President & CEO of GreenLatinos, a National network of Latino environmental and conservation advocates.
Mark is the first Latino to have served as senior staff at both the White House and in Congressional leadership – as Special Assistant to President Clinton for White House Legislative Affairs and several other influential leadership roles at federal, state and local levels.
Mark also founded the National Latinos for Obama in which he helped build a national grassroots organization and mobilization effort.
He serves on the boards of the League of C...2024-02-2126 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 12 - Jennifer Allen Aroz- Public Policy and LeadershipTania and Peter talk to Jennifer about leadership and public policy.
Jennifer Allen Aroz is dedicated to supporting the collective power of Latine community leaders to influence policy that serves the community's needs. She founded the Border Action Network in 2001 where she served as the Executive Director for a decade influencing immigration policy both in Arizona and nationally. Her leadership has influenced many across Southern Arizona and nationally when she has served on the board of directors of GreenLatinos, the City of Tucson’s Commission on Climate, Energy and Sustainability, League of Conservation Voters, AC...2024-02-0725 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 11 - Caleb Cazares Garay -An emerging Latine youth leaderTania and Peter talk to Caleb an emerging Latine youth leader about his views leadership.
Caleb Cazares Garay is junior at Ingraham High School, he plays Ingraham High School Varsity Football and as well an emerging Latine youth leader in his community.
Tania y Peter hablan con Caleb, un líder juvenil latino emergente, sobre sus puntos de vista sobre el liderazgo.
Caleb Cazares Garay es estudiante de tercer año en Ingraham High School, juega fútbol americano en Ingraham High School y también es un líder juven...2024-01-2420 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 10: José Calderón and leadership trajectoryTania and Peter talk to José about his Leadership
José Calderón is the former President of the Hispanic Federation (HF), the nation’s premier Latino nonprofit membership organization. José manages HF’s overall operations with a primary focus on strategic planning, program development, public policy advocacy and resource development. He is a leading advocate for Hispanic grassroots organizations and pro-Latino legislation locally and nationwide.
José has worked in various capacities for the Federation since 2001, including Program Coordinator, Program Director, Vice President and Senior Vice President. During that time, he has helped develop and launch several o...2024-01-1034 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 9: Traditions and ReflectionsPeter and Tania reflect on episode 1 - 8 of season 3.
They also discuss the traditions for the Latine community of the guests interviewed this season. Which are the traditions that are worth continuing to pass on in the Latine community. The importance of resting and recharging energy to continue to follow our passions. Resting is not being selfish, it is self-love.
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to all.
Peter y Tania reflexionan sobre el episodio 1 - 8 de la temporada 3.
También discuten las tradiciones de la comunidad latine d...2023-12-2009 min
Adelante LeadershipS3 Episode 8: Michelle Tremillo- Build Power and Leadership DifferentlyPeter and Tania talk to Michelle about building power and leadership differently.
Michelle Tremillo, Co-Executive Director and one of Texas Organizing Project’s co-founders, is a 4th generation Tejana, born and raised in a low-income neighborhood in San Antonio. She has two decades of community organizing experience, and is responsible for raising a multi-million dollar budget, co-developing TOP’s overall strategy to create and win on our economic and racial justice policy agenda in Texas’ 3 largest metro areas, as well as leading TOP’s voter engagement program--the largest independent grassroots program in Texas--which has mobilized more than 3.2 million...2023-12-0630 min
Adelante LeadershipS3 Episode 7 - Na’ah Illahee Fund to help give restitution to indigenous peopleThis November 25th after Thanksgiving Day, Adelante Leadership podcast invites you to join us in appreciating and supporting the nonprofit organization Na’ah Illahee Fund to help give restitution to indigenous people that have suffered and continue to be negatively impacted in the United States.
Na’ah Illahee Fund is an Indigenous women-led organization dedicated to the ongoing regeneration of Indigenous communities, serving communities in the Northwest corner of Turtle Island from the Arctic to the Rockies. It works to catalyze a movement toward positive futures through transformative change by supporting culturally grounded leadership and organizing.
For...2023-11-2401 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 6- Jaime Margolin- Youth to PowerTania and Peter talk to Jaime about her book Youth to Power and other ideas about weaving elder knowledge and youth knowledge.
Jaime Margolin is an internationally recognized leader on climate action. She is co-executive director and a co-founder of Zero Hour, an organization building a movement of youth for climate and environmental justice. She is the author of the book, Youth to Power; Your Voice and How to Use It. She is an inspiration to countless Latine & BIPOC youth and adult leaders.
In 2017, at age 15, Margolin founded the youth climate action organization Zero Hour wi...2023-11-2137 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 5- Lupita Torrez - Todes tenemos el poder del liderazgoPeter y Tania hablan con Lupita Torrez sobre el poder que todos tenemos.
Lupita es gerente de aprendizaje temprana con Seattle University y Fundadora de Para los niños y fue Directora ejecutiva por 16 anos en la agencia de para los niños. Lupita sigue impulsando estrategias para garantizar que todos los niños estén preparados para el jardín de infantes y sus vidas.Lupita dice que no puede vivir sin sus hijos, su perro y el chocolate negroEl pasatiempo favorito de fin de semanade Lupita es pasear con mi perro2023-11-0724 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 4- Group Interview part 2 - Latine EldersPeter and Tania speak to a group of six elder latine leaders about culture, ancestors, passing knowledge. Part 1 of Elder Latine Leaders.
These leaders are from previous adelante leadership podcast episodes. If you wish to learn more about each guest in this group interview please visit their episodes.
Jacque Larrainzar was born in Mexico City and came to the United States as a Political Asylee. They asylum case opened the doors to thousands of LGBTQ+ individuals looking for safety and freedom to live and love. To hear more about Jacque tune in to Adelante leadership...2023-10-3133 min
Adelante LeadershipS 3 Episode 3- Group Interview part 1- Latine EldersPeter and Tania speak to a group of six elder latine leaders about culture, ancestors, passing knowledge. Part 1 of Elder Latine Leaders.
These leaders are from previous adelante leadership podcast episodes. If you wish to learn more about each guest in this group interview please visit their episodes.
Jacque Larrainzar was born in Mexico City and came to the United States as a Political Asylee. They asylum case opened the doors to thousands of LGBTQ+ individuals looking for safety and freedom to live and love. To hear more about Jacque tune in to Adelante leadership...2023-10-2536 min
Adelante LeadershipS3 Episode 2- Tania entrevista a su Mamá: Laura GonzálezTania entrevista a su mamá para compartir sus conocimientos y experiencias vividas y el impacto que tuvo su madre en su liderazgo.
Después de reflexionar sobre las pérdidas de muchos ancianos de nuestra comunidad a causa de la pandemia, decidimos centrar la tercera temporada en cómo el liderazgo Latine puede beneficiarse tanto del conocimiento de los mayores como del de los jóvenes.
Creemos que podemos aprender tanto de nuestros mayores Latine como del conocimiento de nuestros jóvenes.
¿Cómo podemos aprender de ambos y fortalecernos juntos?
¿Cómo unim...2023-10-1131 min
Adelante LeadershipS3 Episode 1-Peter Interviews his Mom: Alicia Stephens GarciaAfter reflecting about our losses of many elders in our community from the pandemic, we decided to focus season three on how Latine Leadership can benefit from both elders' knowledge and youth’s knowledge.
We believe that we can both learn from our Latine elders and our youth leader’s knowledge.
How can we learn from both and become stronger together?
How do we unite both sources of Latine leadership ideas and knowledge?
How do we pass our elders' knowledge before it is lost and how do we empower our youth?
Peter i...2023-10-0331 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 32- Reflections with Veronica Duran-SiskTania and Peter reflect episode 27 through 31.
Veronica Duran-Sisk was born in Quito, Ecuador and obtained her International Business and Master’s degree in marketing.After one year of arriving to the USA, she landed a job at the Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) as a Spanish Interpreter. This work gave her the opportunity to meet many people from different backgrounds and cultures. Through this experience, she learned that Spanish-speaking people not only sought help with the language, but also sought to share their lives with someone who had something in common.When she moved to...2023-06-1430 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 31: Victoria Santos- The Power Latinx LeadershipTania and Peter talk to Victoria about the power of Latinx leadership
Victoria Santos is a Spanish-fluent Afro-Caribbean who was born in a rural village in the Dominican Republic. Her work is rooted in a vision of human potential to advance social justice and racial equity. From over thirty years of lived experiences, she shares her knowledge and wisdom in all her work with a deep commitment to our collective liberation. She is the founder and director of Commonweal’s Center for Healing and Liberation and co-Executived Director of the BIPOC Executive Director Coalition.
2023-06-0631 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 30- Dr. Luz Calvo & Dr. Catriona Esquibel : Decoloninzing your Diet Part IITania and Peter talk to Dr. Luz and Dr. Catriona about their book about Decolonizing your Diet
Luz Calvo is a professor of Ethnic Studies at Cal State East Bay. Luz and their partner Catriona Rueda Esquibel live in Oakland, CA, where they grow fruits,
vegetables, and herbs on their small urban farm as they study traditional Mesoamerican cuisine.
Catriona Rueda Esquibel : Catriona Rueda Esquibel is an associate professor in Race and
Resistance Studies at San Francisco State University. Catriona and her partner
Luz Calvo live in Oakland, CA, where they grow fruits, vegetables, and...2023-05-3033 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 29 - Dr. Luz Calvo & Dr. Catriona Esquibel : Decoloninzing your Diet Part ITania and Peter talk to Dr. Luz and Dr. Catriona about their book about Decolonizing your Diet
Luz Calvo is a professor of Ethnic Studies at Cal State East Bay. Luz and their partner Catriona Rueda Esquibel live in Oakland, CA, where they grow fruits,
vegetables, and herbs on their small urban farm as they study traditional Mesoamerican cuisine.
Catriona Rueda Esquibel : Catriona Rueda Esquibel is an associate professor in Race and
Resistance Studies at San Francisco State University. Catriona and her partner
Luz Calvo live in Oakland, CA, where they grow fruits, vegetables, and...2023-05-2334 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 28 - Gloria Santiago-Tu cultura es tu medicinaPeter y Tania hablan con Gloria Santiago de usar nuestra cultura como la medicina para descolonizar.
Gloria es una reconocida activista y defensora de los derechos de las mujeres y las comunidades latinas.
En esta entrevista compartirá su experiencia y conocimientos en la lucha por la equidad y la justicia, y cómo podemos unirnos para crear un cambio positivo en nuestras comunidades.
¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de escucharla en vivo en el Simposio de Mujeres Latinas en Washington!
www.smlwa.org
2023-05-1629 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 27: Sandra Huber- Salud mental y el trauma del imigrantePete y Tania hablan con Sandra Huber sobre la salud mental y el trauma del imigrante
Sandra nació y se crió en la Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá y vino a los EE. UU. para estudiar ingeniería industrial. Después de trabajar como ingeniera, encontró su vocación en los servicios sociales y humanos. Sandra trabaja para profundizar las relaciones con agencias comunitarias, escuelas, organizaciones de atención médica y agencias gubernamentales mientras genera confianza, transparencia y un compromiso significativo con nuestros residentes. También practica y fomenta el liderazgo latino con su participación en una variedad...2023-05-1050 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 26: Reflections with Lupita TorrezPeter and Tania reflect with Lupita on episodes 21 through 25.
Lupita Torres is a seasoned community organizer and leader. She is the founder of two nonprofit organizations in the Seattle-King County Metro region focused on developing Latine community leadership and advocacy for system change and advancing racial equity. She currently empowers students at Seattle University as an Early Learning Manager. When she was little, she wanted to grow up and be a bank teller to have a lot of money and buy shoes for birds.2023-05-0237 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 25: Dr. Lonnie Renteria- Part III Trauma HealingPeter and Tania talk to Lonnie about heal trauma strategies.
Lonnie Renteria enjoys caring for patients of all walks of life, as well as building relationships with them. His goal is to help patients live healthy and fulfilling lives. His interests in psychotherapy include working with BIPOC and LGBTQ communities.
Lonnie has degrees in French from Portland State University, and Forensic Psychology and Clinical Psychology from Argosy University, Seattle, WA. He completed his practicum work at Youth Eastside Services, Bellevue, WA, where he treated children and their families and at Puentes Mental Health, Burien, WA...2023-04-1832 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 24- Dr. Arturo Aldama and Dr. Frederick Aldama- Decolonizing Latinx MasculinitiesTania and Peter talk to Dr. Fede and Dr. Arturo about their book on Decolonizing Latinx Masculinities
Dr. Frederick Luis Aldama is known for this work as the Jacob & Frances Sanger Mossiker Chair in the Humanities, founder and director of the Latinx Pop Lab, and Affiliate Faculty in Radio-TV-Film at the University of Texas, Austin,[1] and Adjunct Professor & Distinguished University Professor[2] at The Ohio State University.[3]
Dr. Arturo J. Aldama is an associate professor and chair of Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and affiliate faculty in Gender and Women’s Studies.
2023-04-0430 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 23: Ramona Beltrán-Our stories are our medicinePeter and Tania talk to Ramona about the concept that our stories are our medicine to healing our trauma.
Ramona Beltrán, MSW, PhD is a mixed-race Xicana of Yaqui and Mexica descent and dancer/activist/scholar. As an Associate Professor at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work, her scholarship focuses on interrupting legacies of historical trauma that affect Indigenous and Latinx communities with a commitment to addressing issues facing women, youth, LGBTQ and Two Spirit communities. She is particularly interested in disrupting the problem-focused approach to understanding Indigenous and Latinx health and well-being t...2023-03-2131 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 22 - Milvia Pacheco- Expresando el conocimiento a través del Arte y la DanzaMilvia Pacheco es una artista afrolatina nacida en Caracas, Venezuela, donde comenzó su carrera como bailarina combinando danza y formación teatral. Sus experiencias con el trauma a una edad temprana alimentaron en ella un impulso apremiante hacia el movimiento. Luego dedicó su vida a alcanzar la liberación a través del arte y el movimiento. En su camino, se convirtió en bailarina contemporánea, coreógrafa, performer, bodyworker, artista visual, madre y organizadora comunitaria. Actualmente se desempeña como Directora Ejecutiva de MÁS (Movimiento Afrolatino Seattle), que se ha convertido en la plataforma donde continúa sirviendo c...2023-03-0859 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 21- Dr. Gloria Bonilla-Santiago- Breaking Ground and BarriersTania and Peter speak with Dr. Bonilla-Santiago about her book breaking ground and barriers- Hispanic Women Developing Effective Leadership and her new book The Miracle in Cooper Street.
is a Board of Governors Distinguished Service Professor at the Department of Public Policy and Administration and Director of the Center for Strategic Urban Community Leadership at Rutgers University-Camden.
She wrote one of the earliest books on Latine leadership, Breaking Ground and Barriers: Hispanic Women Developing Effective Leadership in 1992.
She is also the founder of the successful charter school in Camden New Jersey called Leadership...2023-02-2133 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 20 Reflection with Dr. Ileana Ponce-GonzalezPeter and Tania Reflect with Dr. Ilena Ponce-Gonzalez on Episode 19, 18, 17 and 16.
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Adelante LeadershipImportant Announcement- Slowing Down📍🎙Important announce🎙
New episodes every other week‼️
Adelante Leadership is slowing down releasing new episodes from February until June.2023-02-0403 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 19 - Dr. Oriel María Siu - Decolonizing Early Childhood EducationPeter and Tania talk to Dr. Siu about decolonizing early childhood education
Oriel María Siu is a Náhuatl/Pipil/Chinese writer, scholar, and educator from Honduras. She is the writer of the children’s book series, Rebeldita the Fearless / Rebeldita la Alegre. In 2020, Dr. Siu was selected "Top Ten New Latinx Authors" by Latino Stories for her contributions to children's literature. In this series, Dr. Siu centralizes the power of children and challenges the colonizer Narrative from an Indigenous Perspective. Throughout her journey as an educator, Dr. Siu has been a strong proponent of Ethnic Studi...2023-01-3133 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 18- Monica Rojas-Stewart: Sanar el trauma a través del arte y la músicaTania y Peter hablan con Monica sobre sanar el trauma a través del arte y la música
Monica Rojas-Stewart tiene un doctorado en Antropología Cultural de la Universidad de Washington y ha colaborado como coreógrafa, consultora cultural, artista invitada, instructora de música y danza con varios programas universitarios y de educación comunitaria para jóvenes y adultos en todo el noroeste del Pacífico. Madre, esposa, artista, activista y académica, es una promotora y educadora pionera de las artes afroperuanas y afrolatinas en el noroeste del Pacífico y más allá. Roj...2023-01-2435 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 17- Emma Torres - "Everyone has a Song"Peter and Tania speak to Emma about her experience with migrant farm workers and the power of humility. She states "we all have our song"
Emma Torres, Cofundadora y Vice-Presidenta de la Mesa Directiva
Emma Torres grew up as a migrant farmworker and community activist leader. She has been working as a community representative and farm worker advocate since 1984, at which time she developed some of the earliest templates for community health worker leadership development. She is the founder and CEO of Campesinos Sin Fronteras, a community-based organization serving border families in Yuma County, Arizona. W...2023-01-171h 05
Adelante LeadershipS2 Episode 16 - Lonnie Renteria - Trauma Part IIPeter and Tania speak to Lonnie about trauma part II
Lonnie Renteria enjoys caring for patients of all walks of life, as well as building relationships with them. His goal is to help patients live healthy and fulfilling lives. His interests in psychotherapy include working with BIPOC and LGBTQ communities.
Lonnie has degrees in French from Portland State University, and Forensic Psychology and Clinical Psychology from Argosy University, Seattle, WA. He completed his practicum work at Youth Eastside Services, Bellevue, WA, where he treated children and their families and at Puentes Mental Health, Burien, WA...2023-01-1031 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 15- Traditions and RestingPeter and Tania talk about their old traditions and new traditions the want to create.
Resting is decolonizing your mind. Adelante leadership podcast hosts are taking a break from December 20th 2022 to January 10th 2023.
What are your traditions? What are some new traditions you want to create? How do you take rest?
Happy New Year!2022-12-1315 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 14- Reflections with Peter and TaniaPeter and Tania reflect on episode 10 through 11.
Topics are decolonizing policy, reflecting with Pedro about his North Star, love and mentorinship in leadership, listening to our community and decolonizing art.
Episode 10 -Richard Romero : The power of accepting your culture
Episode 11 - Reflections with Pedro Arellano Camarena on previous episodes and the power of Pedro's leadership story
Episode 12- Teresa Mosqueda: Decolonizing Policy
Episode 13- Descolonizando el arte y la cultura (Spanish Episode)
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Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 13- Nancy Salguero McKay- descolonizando el arte y la culturaPeter y Tania hablan con Nancy
Nancy Salguero, directora ejecutiva del Highline Heritage Museum, es la primera directora nacida en México en el estado de Washington. Además, Nancy es la primera mujer latinoamericana en formar parte de la junta directiva de la Asociación de Museos de Washington. Nacida y criada en la Ciudad de México, durante los últimos 18 años, Nancy, con un equipo de voluntarios y miembros de la comunidad, trabaja para preservar, recopilar y contar historias de la región de Highline y su gente. Fue instructora de diseño de exhibicio...2022-12-0634 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 12: Teresa Mosqueda- Decolonizing PolicyTania and Peter talk to Teresa about Decolonizing Policy and Reform
Teresa Mosqueda is a Latine community leader from an early age. She has practiced her leadership as labor organizer for living wages, worker protections, health equity, and immigrant rights. Her statewide leadership efforts garnered several honors of achievement such as her work to provide health insurance to children in Washington State. She was elected to the Seattle City Council in 2017, where continues to serve and where she has championed more equitable voter participation, low-wage worker protections, and includes people most directly impacted by policies in the p...2022-11-2928 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 11- Reflection with Pedro Arellano CamarenaTania and Peter reflect with Pedro Arellano on Episode 6-10.
Pedro reflects on how Leno, Senator Rebecca, Lonnie, Jacque and Richard show a common theme of a north star, love and mentorship in their leadership. While he didn’t recognize it as leadership until more recently, Pedro Arellano Camarena has practiced it for many years, as a stellar math teacher, assistant high school principal and as a father. He brings his values to his work and life as he works to lead change in schools and public education for improved outcomes for Latine youth.2022-11-2333 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 10- Richard Romero- The Power of Accepting your CulturePeter and Tania talk to Richard about the power of accepting your culture.
Richard Romero as President/CEO of Seattle Credit Union, he is all about personal prosperity for others.
Leadership and the ability to relate are essential to his work for Seattle Credit Union’s members.
He believes his personal immigrant experience gave him the ability to connect with any person .
From his perspective, leading Seattle Credit Union allows him to pay back his own success to the members and the community at large.2022-11-1537 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 9- Jacque Larrainzar - Cómo sanar de un liderazgo ineficazPeter y Tania hablan con
Jacque Larrainzar nació en la Ciudad de México y vino a los Estados Unidos como asilado político. Su caso de asilo abrió las puertas a miles de personas LGBTQ+ que buscaban seguridad y libertad para vivir y amar. Es conocida por su trabajo para promover la equidad racial en instituciones gubernamentales como la ciudad de Seattle y la ciudad de Oakland sobre igualdad racial, derechos LGBTQI, derechos de la mujer, derechos indígenas, inmigrantes y refugiados y las artes. Le encanta apoyar a los miembros y al personal de la comuni...2022-11-0941 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 8- Lonnie Tristan Renteria- Trauma and Decolonization (Part 1)Tania and Peter speak with Lonnie about trauma and decolonization in our Latine community. Part 1 -Healing from Trauma is essential to be a good leader. Stay tuned for Part 2 and Part 3.
Lonnie Tristan Renteria is a scholar, activist, creative type, teacher and therapist. He is a former college professor and enjoys the psycho-education aspect of therapy. He has produced documentaries, written, acted in and directed shows. Lonnie is an expert in psychology and trauma recovery. He has taught classes in French, Spanish, Psychology, Special Topics, Cultural and Critical Theory. Teaching is his passion. When he is not tea...2022-11-0135 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 7- Senator Rebecca Saldaña- Staying true to your valuesTania and Peter speak to Senator Rebecca about staying true to your values
Rebecca Saldaña grew up in Seattle in a union household, where she learned early on the importance of working together in community to fight discrimination and injustice. She has worked as a union organizer and in nonprofit organizations which prepared her to become Washington State Senator of the 37th district. She has focused her career and leadership to advance immigrant rights, a fair economy, and a more equitable society.2022-10-2533 min
Adelante LeadershipS2 Episode 6- Magdaleno Leno Rose-Avila- Jalapeño StoriesTania and Peter talk to Leno about Leading because "History cannot wait"
Leno grew up in Las Animas, Colorado, one of 12 children to immigrant parents from Mexico.
He began working in the fields with his father at the early age of 11 and by 13 was traveling the Migrant Stream to various northern states.
The death of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968 propelled Leno to speak out along with black and white students at the University of Colorado. This protest brought big changes in the school’s admission policies, and sports programs, and created the fi...2022-10-1928 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 5- Latine Hispanic Heritage MonthPeter and Tania Reflexions on Season 2 Episodes 1 through 4.
This is a special episode in celebration of Latine Hispanic Heritage Month.
Topics include Decolonization, Social Justice, Activism, Social Justice Healing, Humility, Music and the Importance of Decolonizing our minds.
Episode 1- Monica Guzman discussing her bool "I Never thought of it that way": How to have fearlessly curious conversations in dangerous divided times
Episode 2- Natalia Lozano- Decolonization and Feminism (Spanish Episode)
Episode 3- Anita Garcia Morales- Healing Intergenerational Trauma
Episode 4 Horacio Franco- Music and Decolonization
vi...2022-10-1825 min
Adelante LeadershipS2 Episode 4- Horacio Franco: música y descolonizaciónPeter y Tania hablan con Horacio Franco sobre la música y descolonización
Horacio Franco es un flautista y flautista mexicano. Estudió en el Conservatorio Nacional de la Ciudad de México y posteriormente en el Sweelinck Conservatorium de Amsterdam, con Marijke Miessen y Walter van Hauwe. Franco ha interpretado muchos géneros musicales, desde música medieval, renacentista y barroca, incluida la música colonial latinoamericana, hasta estilos contemporáneos, folclóricos y populares.
La carrera de flautista de pico no existía en ese centro de estudios. Tras pedir una audición al entonces d...2022-10-1138 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 3- Anita Garcia Morales: Healing Intergenerational TraumaPeter and Tania speak to Anita Garcia Morales about Healing Intergenerational Trauma
Anita is CO-FOUNDER, Of Racing to Equity an organization with a mission to catalyze communities, government, and other institutions to dismantle structural racial inequity and create equitable outcomes for all. She currently serves as: Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction, and Co-Principal Consultant
For the first 21 years of her life, Anita’s experience as a migrant farm worker took her across the United States. Living in labor camps, doing all manner of field work, being the perpetual immigrant student in class and sensing the “othe...2022-10-0456 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 2- Natalia Lozano- Descolonización y FeminismoPeter y Tania hablan con Natalia Lozano
Natalia es Directora de Programas del Fondo de Jóvenes de América Central y México (CAMY), en la Fundación Internacional de Seattle, donde comparte su visión en los movimientos de liderazgo juvenil y feminista para promover la justicia social en México y América Central.
Natalia es una joven hondureña, feminista y activista por los derechos humanos de las mujeres, LGBTQ+ y jóvenes, con más de 14 años de experiencia.
Natalia tiene un compromiso de larga tiempo con la defensa de los Dere...2022-09-2847 min
Adelante LeadershipS 2 Episode 1- MÓNICA GUZMÁNPeter and Tania speak to Mónica about Humility
Mónica Gúzman is the Director of Digital and Storytelling at Braver Angels, a nonprofit working to depolarize America. She is also host of the Crosscut interview series Northwest Newsmakers, and author of the book I Never Thought Of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times. Available for pre-order now!
Before committing to the project of helping people understand each other across the political divide, Mónica cofounded the award-winning Seattle newsletter The Evergrey and led a national network of g...2022-09-2041 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 13- Adelante ReflectionsTania and Peter reflect on episodes 7-12
Tania Hino (she/her/ella) A mother of three, she strives to create safe spaces for people of color to be heard.
Her personal values; integrity, love for culture, respect, and enjoyment of the process are transferred to her work, family, and community. While studying for her doctoral degree, she runs a podcast called Parenting Takes a Village, is the founder of the nonprofit Somos Mujeres Latinas, runs storytime at a Seattle library, raises her three children, and takes care of her dog, Idly.
Recipient of t...2022-06-2836 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 12- Angela ‘Mictlanxochitl’ Anderson GuerreroPeter and Tania talk to Angela ‘Mictlanxochitl’ about cultural identity.
Angela ‘Mictlanxochitl’ Anderson Guerrero Angela, PHD, MPP is the inaugural Executive Director of LIDERAMOS - The National Latino Leadership Alliance.
is a contemporary healer holding and guiding strategic change built in self-worth to regenerate radical compassion for a new world of equity, sustainability, and wonder. With over 25 years of experience in community engagement and leading organizations, she strives to be a leader in these times of survival. As a policy advocate and researcher, she served as the Director of Operations for the Institute for Diversity in Healt...2022-06-2140 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 11- Phyllis Gutierrez-KenneyPeter and Tania speak to Phyllis former member of the Washington House of Representative.
Representative Phyllis Gutiérrez Kenney was appointed to the Washington State Legislature in January 1997 and retired in 2012. She served sixteen years as a member of the House of Representatives. She chaired the House Committee on Community, Economic Development, and Trade and was a member of the General Government Appropriations and Ways and Means Committees. She was also the chaired of the House Higher Education Committee for six years.
In addition, she served as a member of the House and Senate Joint Commi...2022-06-1526 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 10- Vincent PerezPeter and Tania talks to Vincent about Healing Spaces in Leadership
Vincent mentions 6 Essential Elements of DEI
We are in this together. As we continue to grow as a multi-ethnic, multi-racial America, we can foster organizational equity by making deliberate decisions regarding our day-to-day practices. Join Vincent for his reflections on must-have elements of intersectional social justice and DEI:
1. Healing, Liberation, and Celebration 2. Glossary of Terms 3. Agreements 4. Humanizing Practices 5. Historicizing Practices
6. Assessment Tools
Vincent is the son of Yolanda Ramirez-Lemarr and Rudy Perez. He is the husband of Kim J...2022-06-0738 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 9- Lupe LopezTania and Peter talk to Lupe about knowing how to guide your anger in Leadership.
Lupe Lopez, Founder and Principal
Lupe Lopez is a nationally recognized expert in facilitating organizational transformations and leading and managing issue campaigns at the local, state and national level. She has decades of experience as a bilingual writer, social strategist, coach, trainer, organizational development consultant and facilitator.
Lupe believes in cutting-edge strategies to advance progressive values. She coaches executives and leaders so they can be effective agents of change. Lupe also develops diverse, inclusive and innovative networks and all...2022-06-0131 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 8- Guillermo CarvajalTania and Peter talk to Guillermo about modeling leadership and what it is "Acomedido" in our latine community.
Guillermo Carvajal believes that women are the key to creating a more just and content world. He believes that they have the capacity and lived experience to appreciate and understand what human beings need for a decent life. The more successes women accumulate, the more secured and healthy their family. And for me, the children of these women have a greater chance to do well in school and take hold of their own dreams. So it’s in my int...2022-05-2539 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 7- Alfredo CarrasquilloPeter and Tania talk to Alfredo about leadership tools every leader needs.
Alfredo Carrasquillo is a renowned executive leadership coach and organizational development consultant devoted to the mission of unlocking human potential and removing obstacles that prevent teams and organizations from achieving their strategic goals.
Drawing on his interdisciplinary and multicultural educational background which includes undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional studies in Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Spain, and the United States, he has proven for over two decades that his combination of capabilities and his blend of education and experience are unparalleled in bringing about the affi...2022-05-1742 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 6- Adelante ReflectionsPeter and Tania they reflect on the first five episodes and key take aways with the powerful interviews with great Latine leaders.
Episode 1- Luis Ortega: the power of Your Story
Episode 2- Dr. Juana Bordas- Our Culture is our Super Power
Episode 3- Magdaleno (Leno) Rose-Avila- Leading with a sense of Humor
Episode 4- Denise Collazo- Thriving in the Fight
Episode 5- Hannah Aguilar & Sophie Szew- Founders of Youth Latinx Leadership Conference (YLLC)2022-05-1026 min
Adelante LeadershipEpisode 6 PreviewPeter and Tania reflections on Episodes 1-5.
2022-05-0300 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 5- Hannah Aguilar & Sophie SzewPeter and Tania speak to Hannah and Sophie two powerful young latine leaders.
Hannah Aguilar and Sohpie Szew were both in high school when they met and began stepping into their leadership. They both supported and encouraged each other while serving as Presidents of their school’s student bodies at majority White student schools. They both shared the same vision to support other Latine student-change makers to form a mentoring networks that fosters cultural pride and supports more students to step into leadership.
While organizing Latine students at their respective schools, they took it further and...2022-04-2633 min
We Belong HereS3 EP3: Storytellers of ChangeToday our guest is returning to the podcast for his second visit. Luis Ortega, Director, and Founder of Storytellers for Change.
Luis and Frank talk about the upcoming 2022 Belonging Gathering which will be held on May 12th and 13th at AXIS Pioneer Square.
In this episode, we talk about the practices that build belonging:
Conversations & Storytelling
Advocacy
Building Community
Personal Growth
Please listen to get a better idea what we will cover in mid-May and hear more about the work Luis and his colleagues are doing. You can hear more from Luis on this episode of the Adelante Leadership podcast...2022-04-2025 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 4 - Denise Padin CollazoPeter and Tania talk to Denise about her book Thriving in the Fight
Denise Padin Collazo is a social justice leader, a mentor to fellow women of color, and an award winning author. She is squarely focused on encouraging women of color to lead into their vision, live into their fullest selves, and love past negatives that hold them back.
Denise is the Chief of external affairs at Faith in Action (formerly PICO National Network), the nation’s largest faith-based, progressive organizing network, where she has advanced the cause of social justice over the pas...2022-04-1931 min
Adelante LeadershipS1 Episode 3- Leno Rose-Avila- Jalapeño StoriesTania and Peter talk to Leno about learning to lead with love, humility, and humor.
Magdaleno Leno Rose-Avila
Leno grew up in Las Animas, Colorado, one of 12 children to immigrant parents from Mexico.
He began working in the fields with his father at the early age of 11 and by 13 was traveling the Migrant Stream to various northern states.
The death of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968 propelled Leno to speak out along with black and white students at the University of Colorado. This protest brought big changes in the school’s admis...2022-04-1244 minAdelante LeadershipPilot Part 3-- Why Latine instead of Latinx?Tania and Peter have a conversation about why they use Latine instead of Latinx?
They share their hopes for the Latine Community.
Peter Bloch Garcia (him/el)
His values are humility, racial equity, and environmental sustainability. He has spent most of his career in the nonprofit sector where his leadership practice aims to advance racial equity. Most of his nonprofit experience has been in the nexus between philanthropy and BIPOC communities. He was founder, past President, and Executive Director of Latino Community Fund of Washington, and now serves a variety of nonprofits as a...2022-04-0515 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 2- Dr. Juana Bordas "Adelante is our theme song"Tania and Peter talk to Dr. Juana Bordas
Juana Bordas emigrated to the U.S. from Nicaragua on a banana boat. The youngest daughter in a family of eight, she was the first to go to college. Upon graduating, she joined the Peace Corps and worked in the barrios of Santiago, Chile. Juana later received the Franklin Williams Award from the Peace Corps for her lifelong commitment to advancing communities of color.
Juana was a founder and executive director of Denver’s Mi Casa Women’s Center. Today, Mi Casa is the largest Hispanic serving organ...2022-03-2947 minAdelante LeadershipPilot Part 2- Why Adelante Leadership?Tania and Peter discuss why they choose "Adelante" Moving Forward
What is the meaning of the word Adelante to them?
They share their hopes for the Latine Community.
Peter Bloch Garcia (him/el)
His values are humility, racial equity, and environmental sustainability. He has spent most of his career in the nonprofit sector where his leadership practice aims to advance racial equity. Most of his nonprofit experience has been in the nexus between philanthropy and BIPOC communities. He was founder, past President, and Executive Director of Latino Community Fund of Washington, and...2022-03-2219 min
Adelante LeadershipS 1 Episode 1- Luis Ortega: The Power of Your StoryTania and Peter speak to Luis Ortega, a young leader and founder of Storytellers for Change and he shares the importance of reminding ourselves from where we come and the power of our own story.
Luis Ortega is a multidisciplinary storyteller, educator, facilitator, and the founder and director of Storytellers for Change. Over the last fourteen years, Luis has worked with youth, educators, and organizations to co-design storytelling strategies, projects, and programs to foster empathy, inclusion, and equity across communities. His work and projects have been featured at the Harvard DACA Seminar, HBO’s “Where Do You Exist...2022-03-151h 15
Adelante LeadershipPilot Part 1- The meaning of Leadership to Tania and PeterPeter and Tania discuss why they are creating this podcast and when they discover or step into their leadership.
Peter Bloch Garcia (him/el)
His values are humility, racial equity, and environmental sustainability. He has spent most of his career in the nonprofit sector where his leadership practice aims to advance racial equity. Most of his nonprofit experience has been in the nexus between philanthropy and BIPOC communities. He was founder, past President, and Executive Director of Latino Community Fund of Washington, and now serves a variety of nonprofits as consultant, board member, and in in...2022-03-0817 min