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Marketing Leadership Podcast: Strategies From Wise D2C & B2B MarketersAudio Journalism for Marketers in a Digital Media WorldJuleyka Lantigua, Founder and CEO of LWC Studios, joins Dots on this episode. Juleyka shares her insights into audio journalism, the evolution of the creator economy and how niche podcasts are transforming the media landscape. She also highlights the strategic use of podcasts in public relations and provides examples of impactful audio content.Key Takeaways:(01:30) Juleyka’s journey in media, from print to podcasting, over 25 years.(02:04) Niche podcasts build loyal communities and enable monetization without massive audiences.(05:25) Audio can enhance public relations by amplifying a br...
2025-01-2321 min
Sound JudgmentJuleyka Lantigua: What if all of your editorial choices were to serve one person?Juleyka Lantigua is the Founder/CEO of LWC Studios, which received a Peabody Award nomination and won a Third Coast Award “Director’s Prize.” A Fulbright Scholar and Tory Burch Fellow, Juleyka holds a Master’s in Journalism and an MFA in Creative Writing. Connect with Juleyka at LWCStudios.com. The episode discussed on today’s Sound Judgment:How to Talk to [Mamí and Papí] About Anything, Episode 112, “Convincing Mamí My Depression is Not About Her.”A note about Sound Judgment: We believe that no podcast host does good work alone. All hosts rely on t...
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How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingNow Realizing She Was Abused As a ChildMoving to the U.S. was hard for Michelle’s family, and it impacted how she was disciplined growing up. As a parent herself, she’s coming to terms with experiences her parents now deny. Betty Ming Liu, a life coach who specializes in childhood trauma, speaks with Juleyka about nurturing our inner child and ending the family cycle of violence.Michelle Yang is an advocate whose writings on the intersection of Asian American identity, body image, and mental health have been featured in NBC News, CNN, InStyle, and more. Her memoir, PHOENIX GIRL: HOW A FAT ASIA...
2022-11-0720 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingShe Married a Man Against Mamí's WishesYaffa's Dominican mom wanted her to marry a White American. So when she fell in love with a Dominican man, she kept the relationship and wedding secret. And marriage and family therapist Claudia Parada speaks with Juleyka about how to confront our parents' bias while sparing our romantic partners the drama.Yaffa S. Santos is the author of the novel A Touch of Moonlight. You can learn more about her work and writing here. Our expert this week is Marriage and Family Therapist, DEI trainer Claudia Parada. Learn more about her work here If you loved this e...
2022-10-3120 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWriting a Memoir When Mamí Has a Different Version of the StoryJuanita decided to write her life story and got pushback from her Mexican mom, who remembers their family life very differently. And memoirist and writing teacher Yasmín Ramírez shares strategies for reconciling different family accounts of the past, and offers advice for keeping ourselves honest when telling difficult stories.Juanita E. Martinez is a lawyer, writer and performer. You can learn more about her work and her memoir Tales of an Inland Empire Girl here. Featured Expert: Yasmín Ramírez is a writer and writing teacher from El Paso, Texas. She is...
2022-10-2420 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingShe Walked Away from Her Dream Job, Now Needs to Explain WhyAfter years of working toward a career as a tenure track professor, Sylvia left this path in academia under duress. And getting her Peruvian parents to understand her decision also proved challenging. And Dr. Michelle Espino Lira, who studies Latinos in higher education, speaks with Juleyka about connecting our bold acts of self-advocacy with the grit and resolve our parents modeled for us.Featured Expert: Dr. Michelle M. Espino Lira is an assistant professor of higher education, student affairs, and international education policy at the University of Maryland, College Park. Dr. Espino Lira investigates the i...
2022-10-1720 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingFinding His Mom's Lost FatherTony’s Vietnamese mom didn't talk much about her father, a Black American soldier who fought in the Vietnam War but whom she never really knew. So Tony decided to find him. And marriage and family therapist Thien Pham who works with adult children of Amerasians and refugees speaks with Juleyka about respecting our parents’ trauma while trying to understand our family history, and finding peace when we don’t have answers.Featured Expert: Thien Pam is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California specializing in working with 1.5 – 2nd generation immigrants on issues such as a...
2022-10-1020 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingShould She Confront a Family Secret?Brenda thinks it’s time for her Mexican family to speak openly about her father’s infidelity and newly-discovered half-sister, but she's ambivalent about starting the conversation. And marriage and family therapist Gilza Fort Martinez offers advice for creating the right context, choosing the time and place, and exercising sensitivity around family revelations.Featured Expert: Gilza Fort-Martinez is a bilingual licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, women’s challenges and life transitions, she has successfully helped individuals in the community rediscover and create paths of resolution that ha...
2022-10-0319 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingPapí is Dying, And She Fears Saying the Wrong ThingThough she was a primary caretaker, Sandra had a hard time knowing what to say to her dad at the end of his life. And Oceana Sawyer, a death doula, speaks with Juleyka about acknowledging death with dying loved ones, and taking care of ourselves as we care for them.Featured Expert: Oceana Sawyer is a professional End of Life Doula who writes and speaks on the liminal space of active dying and grief. She is currently researching and holding space in the realm of embodied grieving in a context of somatic abolitionism. She facilitates g...
2022-09-2620 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingGiving Advice to ParentsElbert is struggling to accept how his Dominican parents' married relationship works. And Luis Resendez, a marriage and family therapist who works with Latino men, helps us understand what shapes our ideas of marriage and partnership.Featured Expert:Our expert this week is Luis Resendez, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, adjunct professor, author, and CEO and founder of Vida Emotional WellnessLuis was born in San Bernardino and has lived in the Inland Empire most of his life. He graduated from both San Bernardino Valley College and Cal State San Bernardino (B.A., Criminal Justice) and b...
2022-09-1919 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen Relatives Always Comment on Your BodyDelainy is finally putting a stop to her family's frequent criticism of her weight and looks. And Lisa Jimenez, a mental health counselor who works with first-gens struggling with negative body image, busts health myths and shares tips to build resilience and speak up for ourselves.Delainy Faña is the creator of La Bruja's Art. Featured Expert: Lisa Jimenez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in South Florida who specializes in eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics. A Miami native, Lisa graduated from the University of Miami with a M...
2022-09-1220 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingTelling Mamí about My IUDMichelle’s Mexican family never talked about sex. When she began thinking about birth control before heading to college she was on her own to make some really important decisions. And OBGYN Dr. Erica Montes offers tips for discussing family planning and avoiding misinformation about contraceptive methods.Featured Expert: Dr. Erica Montes, an OBGYN based in Arizona. Dr. Erica Montes is a Board-Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and a Fellow of the American College of OB/GYN. She received her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She completed her resi...
2022-09-0518 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingUnlearning Mamí’s Lessons for Professional SuccessPabel’s Afro-Latino mother's advice for fitting in and being a professional feels outdated and unhelpful as he navigates racism in the tech industry. And, mindfulness coach Zee Clarke shows us how to breathe through triggering conversations about race and implicit bias at work—and with our loved ones.Featured Expert: Zee Clarke is a Harvard MBA that went from leading teams at fortune 500 companies and startups in Silicon Valley to teaching mindfulness and breathwork to people of color. Why? After experiencing a number of race related challenges, from racial profiling and harassment by the polic...
2022-08-2920 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingMaintaining a Relationship with Mom, for the Sake of the GrandkidsCharu works hard to get along with her Indian mom so her children can have a relationship with their grandmother, but tensions around her parenting style remain. And therapist Salma Khan offers advice on preserving family bonds with estranged relatives while resisting the need to explain our boundaries.Charu Kumarhia is a journalist, speaker and writer. You can learn more about her work here and here. Featured Expert: Salma Khan, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California, with a subspecialty in relationship counseling. Her client-centric approach to psychotherapy al...
2022-08-2220 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: She Still Needs Papí, But Has to Guide Him to HelpLast year, Kristie spoke with us about the gendered expectations her dad had of her, despite her professional success. Here, she reflects on how becoming a wife, home-owner and mom-to-be is transforming their father-daughter relationship.If you loved this episode, listen to Kristie's original episode She has a Ph.D, But Papí Still Wants Her to Serve Him.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be on a future episode! Let’s connect on Twitter and Instagram at @TalkT...
2022-08-1514 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Getting Mom to Understand Her Modern Dating NeedsLast year, Chai told us about her mom’s efforts to find her a husband through Indian matrimonial websites. In this candid follow-up, she updates Juleyka on her dating life, and reflects on how a surprising diagnosis really helped both her and her mom understand Chai, and what she needs in a partner. If you loved this episode, listen to Chai's original episode Arranged Marriage, No Thanks, Mom. Our four-episode series with on dating and relationships Chai's original episode inspired starts with Dating, But Not To Get Married.We’d love to hear your stories of tr...
2022-08-0814 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Breaking the Family's Silence Around SuicideLast year Sasha talked to us about her younger sister’s suicide, and the impact her family’s unwillingness to talk about it had on her mental health. This time, she talks to Juleyka about speaking openly about her bipolar disorder, learning to say “no” as part of self-care, and using the movie Encanto to talk about her deceased sister with nieces and nephews who never met her.The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline also offers 24/7 confidential support. Their number is 800-273-8255. If you loved this episode, listen to Sasha's original episode When a Sister Commits Suicide Part1, and...
2022-08-0115 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Still Not Ready to Speak with Parents about Being NonbinaryLast year, Veda explained why they chose not to discuss their queer identity with their Indian parents. Veda returns to update Juleyka on how moving back in with their parents has changed the family dynamics in surprising ways. They also reflect on their developing views on pronouns, gender fluidity, and finding allies among extended family.If you loved this episode, listen to Veda's original episode Talking to Their Parents About Being Nonbinary.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You mi...
2022-07-2516 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Taking a Break from Grad School and Reconnecting with HerselfWhen we spoke last year, Vanessa had just informed her parents she was taking a leave of absence from her physician associate program. She returns to speak with Juleyka about the self- discovery she experienced while getting clarity around career choices, and the steps she took to shift her relationship with her parents during her time off.If you loved this episode, listen to Vanessa's original episode Taking a Break from School, Then Telling Her Parents.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to vi...
2022-07-1816 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingConfessions of a Recovering People-PleaserMariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's facing resistance from her Mexican mom. And therapist Nicole Linardi helps us understand the impact sibling order has on relationships, and offers tips for negotiating family expectations.Featured Expert: Dr. Nicole Linardi is a Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters in Science degree from Nova Southeastern University. She graduated with her Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University and is dually trained as a Person-Centered and Systemic thinker, u...
2022-07-1120 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingShe Told Her Mom Dad Sexually Abused HerAs an adult, Lorilee made the decision to disclose to her Filipina mom the sexual abuse she says she endured as a child. And Mira Yusef, advocate and community organizer against gender-based violence, speaks with Juleyka about how to have hard conversations about abuse, disclosure and accountability.Lorilee is the host of Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast. You can learn more about her work here. Featured Expert:Mira Yusef is Executive Director of Monsoon Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity, an organization serving victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Asian and Pac...
2022-07-0420 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingTelling Mom She’s Also BiasedWhile speaking to her Korean mom about anti-Asian violence amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Phyllis must also confront her family's prejudice. And racial justice attorney and activist Manjusha Kulkarni offers advice for talking with parents about challenging racial discrimination.Phylllis writes about parenting, race and diversity, and being raised by an immigrant family on her blog, The Napkin Hoarder. Featured Expert: Manjusha P. Kulkarni (Manju) is Executive Director of AAPI Equity Alliance (AAPI Equity), which serves and represents the 1.5 million Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Los Angeles County. In March 2020, Manju co-founded Stop AAP...
2022-06-2720 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingConvincing Mamí My Depression Is Not About HerWhen Ashley turned to therapy and medication for her depression she worried her Puerto Rican mom would feel guilty. And MarySue Heilemann, a nurse and researcher who studies transmedia and the mental well-being of Latinas, busts myths around mental health treatments and offers tips for getting our parents to accept our choices.Featured Expert: Dr. MarySue Heilemann, PhD, RN, FAAN is a professor at the UCLA School of Nursing and an Associate Director of the UCLA National Clinicial Scholars Program. Dr. Heilemann integrates issues of motivation, resilience, intergenerational cultural expectations, social justice, and gender issues in...
2022-06-2020 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingHer Roots Inspired a Career Change, but Mamí Doesn't Get ItWhen Kathy left corporate America to become an energy worker, her Salvadoran mom didn't understand her choice, or why Kathy felt so drawn to it. And Cynthia Pong, a career coach, helps us break down corporate trauma and speak with our parents about finding purpose in our work.Featured Expert: Cynthia Pong is a nationally recognized, award-winning, NYU-trained lawyer turned career coach whose passion is helping women of color realize their ambitious career goals. She also loves partnering with organizations that are truly invested in seeing their employees of color succeed, excel, and thrive. Cynthia’s c...
2022-06-0620 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen Mom Doesn't Believe in Romantic LoveBunmi is looking for a partner, but talking with her Nigerian mom about her love life is complicated. And Sherrae Lachhu, a relationship coach for BIPOC couples and individuals, speaks with Juleyka about differentiating our relationship values from our parents'.Featured Expert: Sherrae Lachhu is a licensed marriage and family therapist who empowers individuals to be the best versions of themselves in life, love, and business through her speaking, coaching, consulting, and therapy services. With over two decades of experience in community-based mental health, Sherrae has worked with a diverse range of clients from all walk...
2022-05-3020 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen Mamí Plans Her Retirement Around Your LifeAmy’s Puerto Rican mom began making retirement plans around the future grandchildren Amy would give her. But Amy had to tell her she was not planning to have kids. And Psychologist Maritza Mikolich returns to the show to explain codependency and offer advice on setting boundaries when sharing personal decisions with loved ones.Featured Expert: Dr. Maritza Mikolich is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a doctoral degree in psychology. She comes from a traditional Mexican family, raised in the United States, and spoke Spanish as her first language. Her parents were born and r...
2022-05-2318 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingQuestions about Papí's Drinking Still LingerBrenda wants to talk to her Mexican dad about his history with alcohol abuse and the violence it caused, but he's usually closed off about it. And Katheryn Perez, a therapist who works with first-gen and BIPOC clients, offers strategies for broaching the subject with empathy and care—for everyone involved, including ourselves.Featured Expert: Katheryn Perez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice. Her work is largely guided by her own life experiences as an immigrant woman of color who was raised in South Central LA. Her background helps her understand the...
2022-05-1618 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOpening Up to Mamí for the First TimeNathalie says her fears around money, and her need for structure as an adult, come from how she was raised, but speaking vulnerably about it with her Dominican mom has always been hard. And Dr. Lisette Sanchez, a bilingual and bicultural psychologist helps us understand intergenerational trauma and what happens when our values conflict with our needs.Featured Expert: Dr. Lisette Sanchez, PhD is a bilingual and bicultural licensed psychologist, speaker and coach based out of Southern California. She is the founder of Calathea Wellness Coaching and Psychological Services, Inc. Dr. Lisette is passionate about dem...
2022-05-0920 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastSmart, Unexpected Business PodcastsWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Unexpected, Smart Business. The curator is Snigdha Sur, the founder and CEO of The Juggernaut.Why did Snigdha choose this theme? "Most business podcasts look backward at already successful companies or leaders, focusing attention on (mostly white, mostly older) men in the C-suite. I love listening...
2022-05-0412 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOldest Daughter Is Tired of Being Everyone's Go-toIn her multigenerational Cuban-American household Yasmin is expected to be the main caretaker and problem-solver for her family, and the toxic dynamics are taking a toll on her confidence, spiking her stress levels and worsening her mental health. And Raquel Carrasquillo, a therapist and life coach who works primarily with Latino clients, shows us how to put our own needs first when looking after others.Featured Expert: Raquel Carrasquillo provides psychotherapy and coaching services aimed at restoring balance, creating happiness and purpose in her client’s lives. She focuses on her client’s cultural lens and va...
2022-05-0220 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastCelebrating 25 Years of The Moth with Stories of Indelible WomenWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Stories of Indelible Women. The curator is Kate Tellers, a senior director at The Moth and a co-author of their new book, How To Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. EarBuds is celebrating The Moth's 25th anniversary with this list!...
2022-04-2614 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingShe's Trying to Close the Emotional Gap with PapíKelsey and her Guatemalan dad had a distant relationship during her teenage years, but as an adult she wants to get to know him better, and strengthen their father-daughter bond. And, psychologist Gabriela Livas Stein returns to the show with strategies for deepening our relationships with our parents while navigating normative family roles.Kelsey Milian Lopez is the author of the poetry collection The Sociology of a Miami Girl. Featured Expert: Our expert this week is Gabriela Livas Stein, Associate Professor of Psychology at University of North Carolina in Greensboro. She received her doc...
2022-04-2520 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastPodcasts On Songs, Sounds, and Their StoriesWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Songs, Sounds, and Their Stories. The curator is Nathan Wizard, a sound designer and audio editor based out of Los Angeles.Why did Nathan choose this theme? "Audio editing decisions, and the distinct sounds and songs that have become cultural staples, mean something different to every...
2022-04-2009 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingDoctor's Mom Won’t Listen to His Medical AdviceAbbas is a physician who cannot convince his Indian mom to get regular medical screenings. And public health professional Mary Helen O'Connor shares strategies for effective health messaging and for nudging our parents to be proactive about their health.Abbas is a physician by training and profession, and he's also the founder of Mipsterz, an arts and culture collective for emerging Muslim creatives.Featured Expert: Dr. Mary Helen O’Connor has courtesy faculty appointment in the School of Public Health. She oversees community engagement as a member of the Georgia State University Prevention Rese...
2022-04-1818 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastBritney Spears: As Told Through PodcastsWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Britney: As Told Through Podcasts. The curator is Jeannie Yandel, co-host of Battle Tactics For Your Sexist WorkplaceWhy did Jeannie choose this theme? "The conversation about Britney Spears and her conservatorship is a conversation about power. You might think that one of the most famous...
2022-04-1212 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastLibraries: Not Just BooksWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Libraries: Not Just Books! The curator is Virginia Marshall, podcast associate at the Brooklyn Public Library.Why did Virginia choose this theme? "The overlap between podcast listeners and library lovers is pretty high, and there are some really great book podcasts produced by public libraries. But...
2022-04-1215 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingRaised to Be a Modern Woman, But Expected to Follow TraditionHelen's father encouraged her to study, to have ideas, to be self-reliant. But he also expects her to behave more traditionally as an Armenian woman, daughter, and future wife. And Amalya Tagakchyan, an Armenian-Americans therapist, speaks on resisting gender norms and navigating the pushback from parents.Featured Expert: As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Amalya provides a warm, non-judgmental, and direct approach to children, young adults, adults, and families in order to empower them to achieve their goals. She utilizes both holistic and evidence-based practices, helping each client with a unique plan to achieve their de...
2022-04-1119 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingShe Tries to Explain Her Social-Justice ActivismIrene encounters roadblocks as she tries to share her political engagement with her Mexican and Guatemalan parents. And Natalia Ortiz, a racial-justice organizer and professor of education, helps us talk with our families in concrete terms about the fight for systemic change. You can learn more about Irene's organizing work here. Our expert this week is Natalia Ortiz, assistant professor of education at Barnard College. Learn more about her work here. If you loved this episode, be sure to listen to to When Our Parents Don't See Their Bias, and The Mixed Privilege of Being a White I...
2022-04-0419 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastMood-Boosting Podcast RecommendationsWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Mood-Boosting Stories. The curator is Naomi Shah, Founder and CEO at Meet Cute.Why did Naomi choose this theme? "At Meet Cute, our mission is to inspire the full spectrum of love through our original romantic comedies. People leave our stories feeling optimistic and hopeful. In...
2022-03-2913 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingParents Pushed Her into Law, But She Chose Dance InsteadMalischa has big plans for her dream career, but her Haitian parents have a more traditional definition of success. And Dorianne St. Fleur, a career and leadership coach who works with women of color, shares a handy acronym to help us make decisions with purpose and discuss them with our loved ones.Featured Expert: Dorianne St Fleur is an HR leader, Diversity & Inclusion strategist, and career & leadership coach who turns professional women of color into paid and prominent corporate powerhouses. She brings a culturally relevant perspective to her work. She draws from her education (B.A...
2022-03-2821 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastWomen Leaders in PodcastingWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter.Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuHThis week's theme is Women Leaders in Podcasting. The curator is Shannon Donohue, community manager at Ossa Collective.Why did Shannon choose this theme? "As the community manager at Ossa Collective, a woman-focused podcast advertising marketplace, I'm always looking to partner with and amplify women and non-binary creators in the podcasting...
2022-03-2413 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingPlaying Mediator While Living with His Girlfriend and His MamíAlex is doing his best to ease tensions and make sure everyone gets along while he and his long-time girlfriend save for a house. And Omar Torres, a licensed psychotherapist, talks to us about navigating cohabitation dynamics.Featured Expert: Omar Torres is a licensed Clinical Social Worker based in NYC. His approach to therapy focuses on integrating the various aspects of personal identity and improving his client’s insight to help them lead a more authentic and fulfilled life. His techniques including: CBT, Motivation Interviewing, and Gestault therapy with emphasis on Psychodynamic and interpersonal approaches. In h...
2022-03-2120 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastBehind the Icons with Rococo Punch's Andrea AsuajeWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter.Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuHThis week's theme is Behind the Icons. The curator is Andrea Asuaje, senior producer at Rococo Punch.Why did Andrea choose this theme? "I am pop-culture-obsessed, especially when it comes to movies and music, and I love when we get a chance to take a look behind the scenes and...
2022-03-1514 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingParents Want Her to Need Them MoreKatherine was raised by her Ecuadorian parents to be independent, and feels that asking them for help comes at a cost. And therapist Evelyn Mejia shares ideas for maintaining firm boundaries while speaking our parents' love language.Featured Expert: Evelyn is a first generation, bilingual and bi-cultural Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. She was born in Guatemala raised in San Francisco's Mission district (currently based in LA). Evelyn specializes in working with bi-cultural and first gen folks providing psychotherapy services as well as immigration evaluations. She works with adults, youth and families focusing on depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic vi...
2022-03-1416 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingDating, But Not to Get MarriedOn this special series, first gens speak directly with an expert about how to navigate challenges in their love lives. Juleyka volunteered to go first and opens up about dating after divorce in a "discovery conversation" with dating and relationship coach Varsha Mathur, who shares her insight on why we should question what we want when re-entering the dating world.Unlike a traditional coaching session, this conversation was not conducted in a confidential setting, and all participants were made aware of this when recording this episode.Varsha Mathur is a dating and relationship coach and med...
2022-02-0719 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingHe Disagrees with His Family on the Meaning of Being CubanBecause of his progressive political views, Max feels a disconnect with his conservative Cuban-American family. And Ana Sofia Pelaez, an organizer in Miami, shares her insights on speaking with parents about contentious home countries.Featured Expert: Ana Sofia Pelaez is the Co-founder of the Miami Freedom Project. She’s progressive Cuban-American first-gen, and an activist who has organized Latino get out the vote efforts since 2016. The Miami Freedom Project is a progressive advocacy group working to “make Miami more equitable and just through outreach, education and movement building at the intersection of political, cultural, and spirit...
2022-01-3118 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingHow to Pitch Your Business Idea to Your FamilyAlberto was excited to start his own business but had to be strategic about telling his concerned Mexican mom. And Marlene Orozco, who studies Latino entrepreneurs in the U.S., speaks with Juleyka about the challenges and opportunities entrepreneurs face, and how their families can best support them.Featured Expert: Marlene is a doctoral student in Sociology and is the Lead Research Analyst with the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative, a program that explores and expands our knowledge of the Latino entrepreneurial segment of the U.S. economy through research, knowledge dissemination, and facilitated collaboration. The pr...
2022-01-2420 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingFamily Encouraged Military Service, But She Made Her Own PlansWhen Camila changed her mind about joining the Air Force, her Colombian parents were very disillusioned. And Yasmin Navarro, a college counselor who works with first-gen students and their parents, speaks with Juleyka about exploring college and career options while managing pressures and expectations from family.Featured Expert:Yasmin Navarro is a college counselor at Berkley High school, a public school in Berkeley, California. Through BH's College and Career Center (CCC) she supports students by providing support, guidance and resources with their college and career planning. In addition to her work as a counselor, Yasmin...
2022-01-1720 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingRaised Mormon, She Left the Church Fearing for Her SafetyAfter an incident of harassment, Carla began to question being in a church that wouldn't protect her. But the hardest part of walking away was talking to her Honduran parents about it. And Doralis Coriano Ortiz, a psychotherapist who helps BIPOC clients navigate adverse religious experiences shares strategies for speaking with loved ones about a crisis of faith.Featured Expert: Doralis Coriano Ortiz is a Chicago-based bilingual psychotherapist in private practice at Live Oaks and serves on the board of the Reclamation Collective, an organization that holds space for folks navigating religious trauma, spiritual abuse, an...
2022-01-1020 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingMom is Upset About Her Gift (Hint: It’s Not About the Gift)Julie finds it hard to buy her Korean mom a gift she won't criticize. She also suspects her mom's reactions are not just about the objects. And Yin J. Li, a psychotherapist who works with clients from the Asian Diaspora, helps us identify and understand hidden family tensions so we can better address them.Featured Expert: Yin is a Portland-based psychotherapist with a private practice called Theralane. As a child of working class immigrants, they understand the shame and stigma of needing and seeking support from an outsider, a therapist. After a 15-year career in te...
2022-01-0317 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: She's Working to Forgive an Abusive GrandmotherLast year, Odalys talked to us about her Cuban grandmother’s toxic behavior and how familismo made it hard for her parents to address it. Today, she reflects on how their difficult relationship shaped her and how opening up about it on our podcast helped her begin to process it all.If you loved this episode, listen to Odalys's (aka Ody) original episode, When Familism Hurts.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be on a future episode! Let’...
2021-12-2712 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Designated Translator Is Learning to Say 'No'When we met her, Louise was overwhelmed by how her Vietnamese-Chinese family relied on her for translation and administrative help. She comes back to speak candidly about creating better boundaries with her mom, sharing responsibilities with her brother, and managing her feelings around it all.If you loved this episode, listen to Louise's original episode, How to Get Help When You're the Designated Translator.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be on a future episode! Let’s conn...
2021-12-2013 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: He Paid Dearly for Trying to Protect His Skeptic Family from COVIDAt the onset of the pandemic Harold was frustrated with his parents for not following COVID-19 safety guidelines. He returns to the show for a moving conversation with Juleyka about how this turbulent year impacted his relationship with his family. He also shares some good news that keeps him moving forward.If you loved this episode, listen to Harold's original episode, Parents’ Reason for Ignoring COVID-19 Restrictions: “We gotta live.”We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be on a fut...
2021-12-1316 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: She Broke Free from a Toxic Family TriangleIrina talked to us about being the mediator between her Cuban and Russian parents, and her more Americanized younger brother. She returns to tell us how the advice from our expert helped her, and reflects on why moving across the country altered the family dynamics.Irina is the host and creator of Pandemic Mama podcast. If you loved this episode, listen to Irina's original episode, She's Stuck in a Family Triangle.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be...
2021-12-0614 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Feeling the Pressures of Being the First to Graduate CollegeWalter couldn't tell his Mexican parents about the pressures he faced in college and law school. And when he decided he needed a break before taking the bar, he faced increased self-doubt. If you loved this episode, listen to Walter's original episode, He's the First to Go to College.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be on a future episode! Let’s connect on Twitter and Instagram at @TalkToMamiPapi and email us at hello@talktomamipapi.com. And follo...
2021-11-2915 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Even a Pro Finds It Hard to Talk about Racism with DadLast year, Estefanía had a hard time speaking with her Puerto Rican dad about systemic racism and anti-blackness. She returns to the show as a licensed clinical social worker to share her insights from working through similar issues with her own first-gen clients.If you loved this episode, listen to Estefanía's original episode, Dad Denies Systemic Racism.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. You might be on a future episode! Let’s connect on Twitter and Instagram at @Ta...
2021-11-2214 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingOG Check-in: Toddler Son Is Teaching Her about Being DifferentOur OGs are back! For the next few episodes, we're checking in with some of our original guests. When we spoke last year, Daniella struggled to help her parents understand her son's developmental delays. Since then, he has received an official diagnosis and is teaching the whole family how to support him best.If you loved this episode, listen to Daniella's original episode, Mom Has to Teach Grandparents to Accept Her Son's Difference.We’d love to hear your stories of triumph and frustration so send us a detailed voice memo to virginia@lwcstudios.com. Yo...
2021-11-1518 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen Parents Going Back 'Home' Changes EverythingAfter living in the U.S. for 40 years, Eddie's parents surprise him with the news that they're moving back to South Korea. And, psychologist Sarah H. Moon helps us grieve and celebrate our parents' lives and triumphs.Eddie Kim wrote an article about his experience for MEL magazine titled "When Your Immigrant Parents Move Back Overseas, Where Is Home?" Find it here.Featured Expert: Sarah H. Moon is a queer, Korean American, immigrant, who is passionate about decreasing the mental health stigma in BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, and training mental health professionals to bec...
2021-11-0818 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingEveryone's Asking "Are You Pregnant Yet?"The pandemic has made Annika reconsider having children, but the pressure from her Indian relatives is intense. And sociologist Farha Ternikar breaks down cultural expectations around motherhood, and offers guidance for pushing back.Annika Sharma is the author of Love, Chai, and Other Four Letter Words, and co-host of The Woke Desi podcast. You can learn more about her here. Featured Expert: Dr. Farha Ternikar (Ph.D. 2003) is an associate professor and teaches Gender and Society, Social Inequality and Gender and Feminist theory and is also Director of the Gender & Women's Studies Program at L...
2021-11-0117 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingAbuela Is Against Trick-or-TreatingConny and her 4-year-old daughter love Halloween, but since celebrating the holiday goes against the family's religious beliefs, Conny's mom strongly opposes it. And therapist Catalina Fortich is back to share tips for handling healthy conflict.Featured Expert: Catalina Fortich is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University. Beginning in 2014, she trained as a systemic therapist, EMDR Certified, taking a multi-model approach to helping adolescents, couples, individuals and families who face various challenges including trauma, communication issues, low self-esteem, addiction/recovery, marital conflict, in...
2021-10-2519 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingTelling Mamí You Use WeedAna Sheila wants her traditional Mexican mom to know about her cannabis use. But the stigma around recreational drug use stops her. And Oriana Mayorga, an activist with Students for Sensible Drug Policy, shares strategies for speaking with parents about drugs with a social justice lens. Ana Sheila is the cohost of Tamarindo Podcast.Featured Expert: Oriana Mayorga (she/her/hers) is a community organizer dedicated to dismantling structural oppression, promoting racial justice, and ending violence against women. She is a longtime advocate of ending the war on drugs, fighting for accessible psychedelic medicin...
2021-10-1819 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen Mom Body Shames YouV. Chau is pushing back against their mother's preoccupation with their weight and eating habits. And psychologist Yuying Tsong, who studies Asian American body image, speaks with Juleyka about disordered eating within immigrant families.Featured Expert: Yuying Tsong is a psychologist and Professor in the Department of Human Services at California State University, Fullerton. A mixed-method researcher, her/their research and clinical areas of interests include sexual and ethnic minority mental health, Asian American body image and disordered eating, immigration and adjustment, transnational family’s bi-cultural adaptation process, and help seeking attitudes and behaviors. Nationally, Yuyi...
2021-10-1120 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingThis Mom Is Decolonizing Her ParentingGisselle wants to be a different kind of mom, but her gentle parenting choices sometimes rub up against how her Dominican parents interact with her two boys. And Leslie Priscilla, founder of Latinx Parenting, speaks with Juleyka about "Chancla Culture" and decolonizing our parenting without antagonizing those who raised us.Featured Expert: Leslie Priscilla is a first generation non-Black Xicana mother to three bicultural children and daughter of immigrant parents from Mexico. She is a descendant of Indigenous Tarahumara / Rarámuri lineage who has resided on occupied Tongva, Acjachemen & Kizh land, also known as Santa An...
2021-10-0418 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingArranged Marriage, No Thanks MomChai is looking for chemistry, love and romance, but her Indian mother has a different idea, and feels responsible for finding her a husband. And Varsha Mathur, a dating and relationship coach, speaks with Juleyka about how to help parents understand what you want in romantic relationships.Featured Expert: Varsha is a dating & relationship coach and speaker. She is a graduate of Accomplishment Coaching which is accredited by the International Coach Federation and is considered internationally as the world’s finest coach training program. Clients (individuals and couples) work with her to find love with som...
2021-09-2719 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingNot Your Mamí's Sex EdKathy's Ecuadorian mom never talked about sex or sexuality with her. As a mom herself, Kathy is trying to do things differently with her tween daughter. And sex educator Brittany McBride shares strategies for affirming family conversations about our bodies.Featured Expert: Brittany McBride is the Associate Director, Sex Education at Advocates for Youth. She is responsible for strengthening the effectiveness of sexual health education instructional materials and their delivery while supporting youth serving organizations and school districts in providing sustainable and equitable sex education. Prior to joining the Advocates team, Brittany managed multiple teen pr...
2021-09-2019 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingTalking About a Brother's Emotional AbusePrisca grew up feeling controlled and intimidated by her older brother and distanced herself from him as an adult. But her Nicaraguan parents never saw anything wrong with the dynamic. And Diane Orozco, a psychotherapist who helps first-gens heal from trauma and abuse, speaks with Juleyka about how to navigate estranged relationships within our families.Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez is the author of For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts: A Love Letter to Women of Color and the founder of Latina Rebels. You can learn more about Prisca here. Featured Expert:
2021-09-1318 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingDating While UndocumentedElizabeth is navigating the dating world as a DACA recipient while feeling the pressure from her Mexican family to get married and settle down. And Genesis Games, a therapist specializing in helping millennial Latinos manage their romantic relationships, returns to the show to help us decide when and how much personal information to share with a potential partner.Featured Expert: Genesis Games is the owner of Healing Connections. She is a bilingual LMHC and specializes in dating therapy, premarital counseling, couples and marriage therapy, heartbreak recovery, and life transitions. She's an advocate for healthy relationships a...
2021-09-0617 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingWhen You Don't Believe in God, And They Really Want You ToElise separated from their Catholic upbringing after coming out, but their very religious parents keep trying to bring them back. And Meg Griffiths, a professional dialogue facilitator, speaks with Juleyka about creating trust across diverging spiritual beliefs within our families.Featured Expert: Meg Griffiths’s professional background is at the intersection of education, dialogue, ministry, and the work for justice, with over 15 years of professional experience in higher education and community-based organizations. She has experience leading facilitation workshops, dialogues, and culture change initiatives in higher education, theaters, foundations, and religious, civic, and community organizations. While Meg...
2021-08-3020 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingYou're Grieving and in Pain. They Call You "Crazy"Years after her father's murder, and following another tragic loss, Melissa recognized she needed help. She went to therapy, but also realized she was being cast out by her Chinese-Jamaican family as a result. And, Amy Lew, a therapist specializing in trauma and mixed-raced identity, speaks with Juleyka about finding our own ways to grieve with or without our loved ones.Featured Expert: Amy Lew is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has over 8 years of experience working with a variety of clientele. She has worked for multiple programs within YMCA's Youth and Family Se...
2021-08-2320 minHow to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about AnythingTaking a Break from School, Then Telling Her ParentsWhile studying to become a physician associate, Vanessa decided to take a leave of absence to avoid burning out, but greatly feared disappointing her Colombian parents. And Sunny Nakae, a medical school dean who specializes in access and equity, shares strategies for developing self-compassion while pursuing demanding academic careers.Our expert this week is Dr. Sunny Nakae, Senior Associate Dean for Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Partnership, and Associate Professor of Medical Education at the California University of Science and Medicine. She is the author of Premed Prep: Advice from a Medical School Admissions Dean. Learn more about...
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