Latino Podcasts!
Not into books? Movies? How about some podcasts?!?
The Mariposas have you covered!
Here are just some of the podcasts we have come across that bring different topics to life, with Latino influencers and podcasters!
Undocuchisme
This podcast shares stories of (un)documented individuals. Episodes include “Chronicles of an immigrant child” in which they talk about childhood memories and honoring our inner child. Other episodes include having a conversation with organizations for youth such as UndocuProfessionals. Trigger Warning! Sensitive topics and experiences are discussed, so please take the necessary precautions to protect your own mental well-being.
Episodes are available in Spanish! Click the link below to check out their Linktree!
Espooky Tales
Join Cristina and MJ as they explore Latin American folklore, myths, and legends, including the famous story of La Llorona. Other episodes include learning legends from Honduras, Costa Rica, and Uruguay.
This podcast also invites guests and listeners
to share their stories.
Unbreakable Latina
Melina is a first-generation Mexican-American that created Unbreakable Latina to provide a safe space for Latinas to speak on various topics. The topics range from struggles of being a First Generation Latina, navigating school/ higher education, mental health, careers, relationships, and families with new episodes uploaded every Monday @6 AM PST.
Make sure to visit her website to check out their merch!
Chicana Motherwork (CMW)
Chicana Motherwork (CMW) is a Chicana mother-scholar collective that serves to create a safe space to have a conversation on how the work of mothers can be a transformative act within an educational setting. This podcast brings in guest speakers, and shares resources including their journey in publishing their book The Chicana Motherwork Anthology: Porque Sin Madres No Hay Revolucion (the University of Arizona Press 2019). Other topics include going into detail on different forms of generational trauma while also sharing everyday self-care practices.
Make sure to visit their website where you can find other resources!
Yo Quireo Dinero: Personal Financing For the Modern Latina
This podcast is hosted by Jannese Torres a Latina entrepreneur and business coach. A new episode is released each week with topics including financial independence, entrepreneurship investing, and money mindset. It is a podcast that will make you feel inspired and bring you POC-friendly finance knowledge.
You can also visit the website to learn more about Jannese and the other resources she offers!