Las Hermanas con Ingrid y Nerey
By Ingrid and Nerey
Las Hermanas con Ingrid y NereyOct 20, 2021
Hello it's us, just in different countries.
Ep. 66 You don't want to miss this episode with lots of new findings and one of us is in a new country!
Nos vemos en 2023!
Ep. 65: WHAT 65 episodes?? Thank you for joining us on the final episode of 2022. It's been a ride that I do not want to get off of, but we are resting and cooking up good things until next season. Today, we sat in Ingrid's closet and reflected on 2022, chatted about NEW upcoming MOVES, and our surrendering of the pressure brought on by New Year's resolutions. Til next year, besos!
Keep up with us:
https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Finding freedom in following your truth
Ep. 64: On today’s episode of Las Hermanas Podcast, we are joined by Taylor Amrani, a spiritual teacher, traveler, and podcast host of Life By Taylor. Ingrid met Taylor in Austria back in September and took her meditation and breathwork classes at Selina Bad Gastein. Since then, Taylor has traveled to Ecuador, India, and Greece and is on her way to Morocco next. We chat about the space between your human self and your highest self, the abundance mindset in surrendering, and following your higher path. Please rate, follow, and leave us a podcast. Besos!
Follow Taylor: https://www.instagram.com/lifebytaylor/
Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Follow Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Rest, leadership, and waves of change in the workplace.
Ep. 63: At Las Hermanas, we invite guests who are local leaders, community cultivators, and people who inspire us, which is why today we have Kyra Seay, a former co-worker of Ingrid, but more importantly, a voice who is making a real impact in the modern workforce in DEI, intentional marketing, and social innovation. Enjoy, and send it to your bestie who you think will love this episode!
Follow Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Follow Kyra: https://instagram.com/kyraaseay/
Where did time go?
Ep 62: Mid-October is here, the year is almost ending. Nerey is here with all the updates, showing up with vulnerability and lots of joy. You get brownie points if you remind her about her end of the year goal when you see her next ;)
Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Follow Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
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Ep 61: Ingrid chats solo in today's episode in celebration of her 25th birthday! She shares the biggest lesson learned during the year 24, what to look forward to in this next year, and a word she hopes to embody in this next chapter of life. Thank you for tuning in, enjoy
Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
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And that's the (CBD) tea! ☕️
Ep. 60: CBD + THC conversation over here with the founder of Drink Cosmic Tea, Destiny Bujada! We explore the current state of the CBD industry, barriers to entry, and the social discussion around CBD and THC products with a LatinX cultural lens. Enjoy, and send it to a bestie who you think will love this episode!
Follow Drink Cosmic: https://www.instagram.com/drinkcosmic/
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Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
When you tap into your energy...
Ep. 59: Nerey and Ingrid chat with the creator behind @laurenlikesitlikethat, Lauren, a Feminine Embodiment + Dating Coach. We discuss what it means to honor your feminine energy in a hyperactive masculine society through dating, friendships, jobs, and even while in solitude. This is one of our favorite conversations to date, so we hope you enjoy! Please rate the podcast and leave us a DM with your thoughts.
Follow Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/laurenlikesitlikethat/
Follow Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
You sound like ...
Ep. 58: Introducing LatinasREAD Bookclub! This month we read You Sound Like A White Girl by Julissa Arce. We’re joined by one of our LatinasREAD members, Laura Flores, and we discuss the book live on the podcast! Think of it as a virtual bookclub meeting, but if you’re based in ATX and are interested in joining us for our next read, please DM us. We’d love to have you! Enjoy!
Follow LatinasREAD: https://www.instagram.com/latinasread/
Follow Laura: https://www.instagram.com/floreslaura8/
Follow Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Follow Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Austria
Ep. 57: SOLO EPISODE with Ingrid (@itsingridg) – she shares a few lessons she learned while on her mother-daughter trip to Austria. Stay tuned for more solos on a bi-weekly basis. Muah, thank you for tuning in!
Borrón y cuenta nueva!
Ep. 56: Y’all – we rebranded! We are now Las Hermanas con Ingrid y Nerey Podcast. Say your goodbyes to Bold Ambition Podcast. Don’t get me wrong – she was cute, and we love the conversations we had with our amazing guests, but it was definitely time for a major overhaul to better align with our current values, life pillars, and upcoming discussions. We also got rid of our Instagram page, but you can follow us individually on Instagram. Find the links below, and enjoy this week’s episode!
Spring check-in with Ingrid & Nerey
Ep. 55: Welcome to our last episode of Season 4! What a ride it's been. Nerey and Ingrid sit down to chat about our spring season of life, personal bold moves our favorite items/services we are enjoying, our favorite activities, and share what we're looking forward to for summer. Enjoy!
Follow BAP: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Keep up with Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
On Earth Day, and every day, we search for second-hand home goods
Ep. 54: Leah is an interior stylist who gained national attention for her role as Co-Host on the ABC’s Fablife, alongside Tyra Banks, Chrissy Teigen, Joe Zee & Lauren Makk. Since returning to her hometown of Austin, Texas, Leah has built a business producing content in the interior design space with an emphasis on vintage decor. From shows like Vintage Style / Modern Life & Thrifty Thursday, Leah has been able to inspire others to take a second look at second-hand finds, proving that you don’t have to spend a ton to love your space. Enjoy!
Connect with Leah: https://www.instagram.com/livingwithleah/
Follow BAP: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
MUJERES RISING
Ep. 53: MUJER Agency is here to disrupt the traditional way of social media marketing and content creation with a fresh, Latina perspective. MUJER's co-founders join us, one being our very own co-host, Ingrid Garcia, along with Julie Garcia, Daniela Villegas, and Jennifer Gonzalez. It’s time to broaden the digital space for cultural leaders and purpose-driven business owners!
Stalk MUJER:
https://www.mujeragency.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mujeragency/
Stalk MUJER's co-founders:
https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
https://www.instagram.com/juliegarcia16/
https://www.instagram.com/dani_villegas_22/
https://www.instagram.com/jennigofficial/
BAP:
https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Nerey:
https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Plant Parenthood ft. @theinnocentgardener
Ep. 52: While scrolling online, Samantha Dula kept wondering where the dirt, sweat, and possibly tears were after each gorgeous bouquet post, a post of a perfect carrot, and another potted fig tree post… Sam is behind @theinnocentgardener which flips the gardening content she was often seeing online on its head. Instead, @theinnocetngardener posts gardening mistakes and mishaps from growers around the world.
Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/theinnocentgardener/
Follow BAP: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Connect with your co-hosts!
Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Ingrid on TikTok: @itsingridg
The power of hosting as a love language by SCCharcuterie
Ep. 51: Today we're joined by our Libra lover Sarah Catherine Baker aka founder of SC Charcuterie ATX. This woman does it all but today, we specifically chatted about THE POWER OF HOSTING AS A LOVE LANGUAGE. Her love for crafting an experience for the people she adores most turned into a real, professional endeavor of creating the perfect charcuterie box + grazing table for weddings, corporate events, community gatherings, etc.
Follow Sarah Catherine: https://www.instagram.com/sccharcuterieatx/
Follow Bold Ambition Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Follow Ingrid on TikTok: @itsingridg
Follow Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
A healthy gut is a bold gut ft. Cecilia Blanco
Ep. 50: Cecilia Blanco is a functional nutritionist on a mission to uncover the root causes behind your unwanted GI issues. With a passion for holistic health, functional medicine, and preventative health, she built The Healthy Gut Club based in Austin, TX that helps clients address the root cause of poor health and correct nutritional imbalances to achieve optimal wellness.
Follow Ceci: https://www.instagram.com/thehealthygutclub/
Follow BAP: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Take 10 & meditate
Ep. 49: Carolina is an International yoga instructor and owner of Flow Yoga studios in Austin, Texas. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Carolina was a marketing executive for a Fortune 500 and left the stressful lifestyle behind to go full in with yoga. She spent years developing her teaching style, while traveling to over 25 countries around the world guiding students from different cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and shapes before settling in Austin, Texas in 2011 with her family. Now with over 20 years of experience Carolina is well-known for her ability to educate students on how to use their body, mind and breath in a profound and life-changing way. With her authentic, fun, and creative teaching style, Carolina caters and modifies her classes to adapt to each student's unique needs. In 2017 Carolina founded Flow Yoga, Austin’s first minority women-owned Yoga studio that focuses on community, inclusivity, accessibility for body, mind, and soul.
Follow Carolina: https://www.instagram.com/carolina.mahadeva/
Flow Yoga: https://www.instagram.com/flowyogatx/
Connect with us:
https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Financial Health and real estate investing with Stephanie Douglas
Ep. 48: We are joined by the co-founder of Open House Austin, Steph Douglass, who shares her knowledge on real estate investing and first-time home buying. Enjoy!
Follow Steph: https://www.instagram.com/stephinvests/
https://www.openhouseaustin.co/
Ingrid: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Denise Hernandez: ATX communities and who does the work on the ground
Ep. 47: Denise Hernández is running to be the first openly gay Latina Judge to serve County Court at Law # 6 in Travis County. Today, she's here to share her passion for breaking down barriers to increase equity and inclusion in our communities. She has truly created an impact within the Latinx community here in ATX, from developing implicit bias and racial equity training for attorneys to co-launching voter registration initiatives to increase voter turnout. Needless to say, she is definitely a bold mover.
Follow Denise:
https://www.instagram.com/denisecreateschange/
https://votedeniseforjudge.com/
Bold Ambition Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid's IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
Exquisite skin by eleMINT Skin Aesthetician Amari Joiner
Ep. 46: We are joined by eleMINT Skin aesthetician, Amari Joiner. We’re talk sunscreen, anti-aging, acne, product recommendations, and of course, injectables. Enjoy!
eleMINT Skin: https://www.instagram.com/elemintskin/
Amari: https://www.instagram.com/spiritofamar/
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid's IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
What does healthy love look like? Gianni aka Queen Mindset Coach tells us all
Ep. 45: Valentine's Day is right around the corner, but love is always in the air. Gianni Luisi aka @queenmindsetcoach is here to share her hot tips for cultivating healthy romance in your life. Sneak peek: It starts with you. Your relationship with yourself will likely determine the relationships you're attracting into your life. So ladies, who is ready to do the work?
Follow Gianni:
https://www.instagram.com/queenmindsetcoach/
Keep up with us:
https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
https://www.instagram.com/hi.nerey/
January recap, habit building, and what to expect in 2022
Ep. 44: Bold Ambition is back with Season 4 baby!! We chat about what we've been up to in January, the habits we've been eagerly building, and what we expect out of 2022. This week's bold move is a journal prompt: how do you want to feel at the end of 2022? Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid's IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Exploring Oaxacan Holiday Traditions
Ep. 43: Nerey and Ingrid are joined by Nerey's mom, Catalina, today! We discuss a few Oaxacan holiday traditions that bring joy. From "Día de los Muertos" to "Día de los Reyes Magos," we break down their significance and how each holiday is celebrated differently. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid's IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Lessons 2021 taught us
Ep. 42: Nerey and Ingrid are solo today! We bring you 12 lessons we've learned in 2021. From "It's ok to say no" to "slowing down and being in solitude," we encourage you to sit back, grab a journal, and reflect on 2021 with us. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid's IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
We Are Not Strangers, We Are Family
Ep. 41: Misael aka Say is our special guest on this week's episode. He is Ingrid's life partner, but also one of Nerey's younger brothers. We play 'We're Not Really Strangers', so pour yourself a drink and join us for a not-so-serious chat where we discuss personal growth, life experiences, and we also test how well we know each other. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Beauty Means Business with Kara Sanchez
Ep. 40: Eyebrow expert Kara Sanchez joins us on the podcast today to share her passion for both beauty and entrepreneurship. Her goal is to transform, teach, and empower you to make feeling pretty an everyday occasion. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Kara's Website: https://www.karasanchez.com/
Kara's IG: https://www.instagram.com/karasanchezbeauty/
Our ambition to cultivate healthy friendships ft. Christine Gutierrez
Ep. 39: Author, Latina therapist, and spiritual mentor Christine Gutierrez joins us on the podcast today to discuss healthy love. Her book, I Am Diosa, is a journey to healing, loving, and coming back home to your soul. She teaches us how we can cultivate healthy friendships while setting boundaries, communication styles, and navigating different seasons of life. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
The relationship between Latinos and the healthcare system with Dr. Natalia Garza Philpott
Ep. 38: "As a whole, Latinos suffer from poorer health on many measures. At the same time, they are less likely to have access to high-quality care." Dr. Natalia Garza Philpott shares what she witnesses in her day-to-day as a physician in regards to the Latino community and their relationship with the US healthcare system. We chat about cultural barriers, communication inefficiencies, and the stigmas of western medicine vs holistic medicine. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
What does self-care REALLY look like? with Alejandra Peña, LMFT
Ep. 37: Self-care is sold to us in form of a bath and candle, but what does self-care REALLY look like? Today we're destigmatizing therapy in Latino households and talking about the challenge of cultural trauma and expectations first-gens may singularly face with Alejandra Peña, LMFT. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Alejandra Peña’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/alepenatherapy/
Latinx Therapy: https://www.instagram.com/latinxtherapy/
How to cultivate a successful community with local ATX leaders
Ep. 36: We sat down with THREE ATX community leaders: President of Texas Darlins Valeria Riveron, founder of Between the Covers Bookclub Madison Bynum, and founder of Facebook Group Mexicanas in Austin Marcela De Stefano. We discussed what it means to build a community, be supported by one, and how to successfully connect with other females. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Mexican-American mobility with Dr. Martha Menchaca
Ep. 35: Today we sat down with University of Texas at Austin Professor and Sociocultural Anthropologist, Dr. Martha Menchaca, to discuss Mexican American mobility through a historical lens. She walks us through the socioeconomic structure, social movements, and our role as Latinos in the US. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
By Latinas, for all women
Ep. 34: Welcome to Season 3. Meet your co-hosts, Ingrid and Nerey. We're two Latinas sharing our story, why we came together to build a community that celebrates women, and what to expect in Season 3. Enjoy!
Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/boldambitionpodcast/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Nerey's IG: https://www.instagram.com/im.nerey/
Giving creatives a platform with People's Revolt
Ep. 33: Kali Ah Yuen and Shabby Talebi founded People's Revolt, a public relations and marketing agency based out of DFW, Texas. Long story short, they help clients revolt against the norm and challenge the traditional marketing status quo. We discuss how to find harmony in balancing owning a business and making time for self-care, why hustle culture is toxic, especially for entrepreneurs, and of course, the top 5 tips and tricks for social media and PR in 2021. Enjoy!
People's Revolt IG: https://www.instagram.com/peoplesrevolt/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
The Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Sienna Benavides | Future doctor, our 15 year-long friendship, family values, and strengthening your faith
Ep. 32: Meet my best friend since 2nd grade, Sienna Benavides who is a badass Latina in medicine on her way to becoming an OB-GYN. There is LOTS of real talk (and laughs) in this episode about personal growth, toxic relationships, faith, and values we hold as 23-year-olds. Enjoy!
Sienna’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/sienna_benavides/
Sienna’s new podcast Sib Life: https://www.instagram.com/siblifepodcast/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
The Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
In Bold Company's Kristina Perdida on community building and starting a podcast from scratch
Ep. 31: I get nitty-gritty with Kristina Perdida, founder of In Bold Company: a podcast, digital community, and platform for women of color to celebrate their identities and find belonging. We discuss the technical sides of creating a podcast, securing guests, finding sponsors, and building a community.
Kristina's IG: https://www.instagram.com/kristinaperdida/
In Bold Company's IG: https://www.instagram.com/inboldcompany/
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
The Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Peyton Roberts: the business mentor we all need
Ep. 30: Peyton Roberts is here delivering the business + professional advice we didn’t know we needed. Peyton is a Production Operations Engineer at Lockheed Martin, but also a mentor, leader, and action-oriented individual killing it in Corporate America. She gives us the inside scoop on owning yourself, closing the gender pay gap, key leadership tactics, and unlocking your intrinsic motivation.
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Peyton's IG: https://www.instagram.com/peytonlr/
The Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Scheduling sex can be erotic too with Sex Educator Irma Garcia
Ep. 29: Sex health educator Irma Garcia sits down with Ingrid to talk all things SEX. Irma drops major details on female masturbation, unrealistic expectations of sex via porn, and of course, how to spice it up in the bedroom. Enjoy!
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
Irma's IG: https://www.instagram.com/sexedwithirma/
The Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
WHERE HAVE I BEEN? Ingrid talks anxiety, unlearning toxic hustle culture, and finding self-love again
Ep. 28: The Bold Ambition is back for SZN 2 BABY! Today, Ingrid sits down to talk about anxiety, finding worth within herself, unlearning toxic hustle culture, and much more. Hope you enjoy, xo!
Ingrid’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsingridg/
The Bold Ambition IG: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
Motherhood, giving birth, and toxic work norms around parenthood ft. Marlene Ramirez
Ep. 27: In today's episode, I am joined by Marlene Ramirez. She is a mother, a proud Latina, and a passionate partnerships manager at ATX startup PLANOLY. We discuss giving birth, post-partum depression, overcoming a miscarriage, and work-life "balance" as a new parent. She also shares the importance of setting boundaries, being sacred with your time, and living a more organized with a newborn.
To connect with Marlene, click here.
To connect with Ingrid, click here.
To stay up to date with The Bold Ambition, click here.
Productivity hacks, mastering time management, and overcoming failures with Ingrid
Ep. 26: In today's episode, Ingrid is solo and answers YOUR questions. You'll learn about her recent endeavors in real estate and freelance. She discusses the motivation behind her work, her productivity hacks from time blocking to color-coding her Google Calendar, and even balancing work and play. Most importantly, she touches on the inevitable failures that you'll face and how to overcome them.
To connect with Ingrid, click HERE.
To follow The Bold Ambition, click HERE.
Ilse Gonzalez on quitting her 9-5, starting her own social media marketing agency, and how to level up professionally
Ep. 25: On today's episode, we are joined by Ilse Gonzalez, founder and CEO of Connect Media Firm in Houston, Texas. After four years of working at Telemundo Houston, Ilse made the jump to entrepreneurship. We discuss what it takes to build an agency, how to leverage your network to win clients and the challenges of being a business owner. If you're curious about social media marketing and how to reach your brand's full potential, this episode is for you!
To connect with Ilse, click here. To learn more about her agency, click here. To connect with Ingrid, click here. To stay up to date with The Bold Ambition, follow us here.
Cierra Ortega on launching FLAVR, manifestation, and being a confident badass
Ep. 24: In this episode, Ingrid chats with Cierra Ortega to discuss building an e-commerce fashion boutique, manifesting your dreams, and being a confident bad bitch. Cierra is a college student doubling as an entrepreneur who landed internships at Savage X Fenty and The Mayfair Group. If this episode doesn't encourage you to put action behind your dreams, I'm not sure what will. To connect with Cierra Ortega, follow her on Instagram and be sure to check out Shop the FLAVR. Keep up to date with the podcast on Instagram at @theboldambition.
The booming Austin real estate market and becoming an realtor with Cindy Garcia
Ep. 23: Austin realtor Cindy Garcia reveals what the booming market looks like from behind the curtains, especially as thousands of tech companies and industry leaders spotlight Texas (Elon Musk being one of them). Cindy recently joined the WIRE Austin team at Spyglass Realty as a team agent and listing specialist. She talks to us about becoming an agent, learning the ins and outs of the ever-evolving market, and leveraging social media in real estate.
Connect with Cindy: https://www.instagram.com/cindyexploresaustin/
For more: https://www.instagram.com/theboldambition/
The magic behind Latina empowerment brand Jen Zeano Designs
Ep. 22: If you're from Texas, you'll likely recognize the uber-cool and trendy pieces produced by Jen Zeano Designs. South Texan women Vero and Jen are a married couple who double as co-owners and the brains behind the brand. Jen joins us on today's episode to discuss how she built the lifestyle brand and community from the ground up with the mission to create products that make you feel represented by celebrating the Latina magic in us. To purchase your own empowerment pieces, visit https://jenzeanodesigns.com/ and follow them on social media @jenzeanodesigns.
Building a startup and finding entrepreneurial inspiration with Rajya Atluri
Ep. 21: Recent UT Austin graduate, Rajya Atluri is building Leela Health, a health and wellness social app for women. After her personal struggle with acne, Rajya sought a community to discuss her experience and learn more from others who dealt with similar issues, however, the platform didn't exist. With Leela, you can discuss all things health & wellness, connect with women who have similar health experiences and find a supportive and uplifting community. As a second-time startup founder, Rajya is learning the ropes of what it takes to build a brand, a community, and solve a pain point for many females. Follow Leela Health us at @leelahealth and stay up to date with The Bold Ambition at @theboldambition.
Acting on your intuition, the dangers of social media, and post-grad life with Stefi Monarrez
Ep. 20: Prior to the global pandemic, Stefi Monarrez landed a production internship in Atlanta, Georgia through the Multicultural Internship Program. When COVID-19 hit in March 2020, internship and job offers were rescinded to thousands of soon-to-be college grads, including Stefi. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Stefi graduated during the pandemic from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Public Relations. Since then, she landed a position as Social Media Manager at an advertising agency in her hometown. However, it's not all glitz and glam. We unpack what it means to act on your intuition, the dangers of social media, and next moves in 2021.
I quit my 9-5 job to pursue my passions
Ep. 19: I QUIT MY 9-5 JOB. Yes, you read that right. My head, heart, and gut have been telling me something is not in alignment for a few months now. I thought applying and interviewing for new 9-5 jobs would help. I was wrong. In this episode, I reveal my next professional moves, including freelance, real estate, and growing the fuck out of this podcast. I welcome failure, fear, vulnerability, learning, and growth. I am beyond thrilled to pursue my passions and personal projects with such a fearless attitude. Thank you for being a part of the ride. Whether you’re new here, an OG, or simply scrolling through, I appreciate your support. Follow us on Instagram @theboldambition and be sure to leave a review and subscribe.
SPLIT SHIRT co-founder Helena Sampayo discusses the barriers of the second-hand industry, fast fashion's environmental effects, and the behind-the-scenes of running a clothing brand
Ep. 18: Meet Helena Sampayo (@hsampayo), co-founder of @splitshirt and current University of Texas at Austin senior where she studies Plan II Honors and Business Honors. Hailing from Brownsville, Texas, Helena and her sister Gisele are the perfect fashion business duo that launched the up-cycling clothing brand that brings new life to old men’s button downs. We discuss the barriers the second-hand industry faces, the *specific* environmental effects of fast fashion, and what goes on behind-the-scenes of a clothing brand. Purchase YOUR up-cycled shirt at https://split-shirt.com/
How Jacqueline Rivas landed her dream job at L'Oréal
Ep. 17: Houston native and the University of Texas at Austin alum, Jacqueline Rivas aka Jack vulnerably shares her story on packing up her Texas bags and moving to Arkansas for her dream job at L’Oréal without knowing a single soul. Along the way, Jack held leadership positions in the Hispanic Business Student Association, landed internships at world-renowned agencies in Chicago and NYC, and finally found her footing at beauty powerhouse, L'Oréal. She reminds us that when job hunting, timing, and alignment is everything. For those of us struggling to find career satisfaction, this episode is for you.