LPDcast
By Eloy Garcia
LPDcast Mar 17, 2023
34: Radical Honesty with the Spiritual Cabrona Xolayruca
Today’s guest is Xolayruca, a poet, student of life, and business owner of Spiritual Cabrona, LLC. Xolayruca joins the LPDcast family to share the origins of her online platform and discuss the importance of radical honesty with self and healing. We also talk about the need for compassion of self, being a “hollow bone” for our ancestors to speak through, and the benefits of being connected to our medicina. Special shoutout to artist Greeny for creating Xolayruca’s Katrina makeup.
Follow Xolayruca on Instagram @spiritualcabrona.
Follow Greeny on Instagram @greenyartedecorazon.
To learn more about the Spiritual Cabrona and purchase manifestation candles, stickers, or postcards click here.
33: The Homegirl Doctora Dr. Vanessa Bustamante
Today’s guest is Dr. Vanessa Bustamante, the founder of Homegirl Doctora. Dr. Bustamante joins the LPDcast family to share her passion for community healing and building through programs like the Homita Network. We discuss how reframing perspectives around barrio culture and hood knowledge will empower communities who are often viewed as less than. Our conversation incorporates first-generation experiences in higher education and the importance of collaboration within communities of color. Tune in to Radio La Raza on KPFK Wednesday mornings from 8am – 9am to hear more from Dr. Bustamante. To schedule a meeting visit her website Homegirl Doctora and follow on Instagram @homegirldoctora.
It's Official, I'm an Author!
I'm happy to announce the publication of my first book titled Perseverance Pays Off, Skills and Habits to be Successful in Life from a First-Generation, LGBTQ, and PoC Experience. Perseverance Pays Off establishes the foundation for your personal journey to self-fulfillment as an individual with multiple intersections of identity and depth. I wrote this book to motivate, encourage, and empower those that have faced adversity to continue to show up to their lives and pursue joy. Our happiness and success are personal and sacred, and my hope is that Perseverance Pays Off will serve as a road map for you on your journey of growth and improvement.
I'm happy to join the Kraven Entertainment family as an author and ask that you please support our Kickstarter and pledge what you can, I feel honored to contribute to the collective healing of our communities and look forward to creating positive lasting change.
32: Researching Body Positivity with Alexia B. Martinez
31: Holistic Wellness with Bryan Mapenzi
September is suicide awareness and prevention month; and in today’s episode there is a mention of death by suicide. To everyone who’s been affected by the death of a friend, family member, or loved one, we honor their life and your loss. Resources shared this episode include the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
Today’s episode is dedicated to Ashley McCall, we honor your memory and your life, always remembered and forever loved.
30: Campus Transformation Initiatives with Dr. Angel Gonzalez
To connect with Angel visit their Twitter or LinkedIn.
29: Healing Centered Leaders with Dr. Patty Ramirez
Dr. Patty Ramirez, DSW, MSW is Xicana Indigena Salvadoreña brujandera with the cosmic purpose to reimagine how we heal and lead. Dr. Patty weaves ancestral and cultural healing practices to support her in her healing journey and connect to her magic and medicine.
Dr. Patty is the Founder and CEO of KLBRI, a grassroots organization with the mission to uplift and sustain advocates and leaders through an ecosystem of care, well-being, and healing. For over a decade, Dr. Patty has dedicated her work to serving immigrant victims of crimes, and justice-impacted folks. Dr. Patty’s experience ranges from direct service provision, violence prevention, criminal justice policy advocacy, program and curriculum development, and organizational development. To visit the Klbri Institute website, click here.
Dr. Ramirez is also the creator of her own micro-enterprise, Wild Luna Botanicals, a self-care and wellness lifestyle brand where healing and brujita magic come together. To visit the Wild Luna Botanicals website, click here.
Dr. Patty Ramirez is committed to the vision of collective healing and breaking down barriers that discredit the voice and thought leadership of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
A resource mentioned in this episode is Xinachtli Girls, "the gender specific rites of passage program," for more information click here.
28: Service Leadership, Community Building & Higher Ed w/Dr. Richmond Hill
Today's guest is Dr. Richmond Hill, the Associate Vice President for Student Support Services at Northern Virginia Community College. Dr. Hill’s career in education spans more than 21 years, with experience in K-12 and higher education.
He joins the LPDcast family to talk about the essence of service leadership, the importance of community building, and our ability to persevere through education and live a fulfilling life.
Dr. Hill is a service leader and is dedicated to uplifting Black and Brown communities through mentorship, connection, and motivation. He is the founder, mentor, and program leader for MAN UP, a minority male initiative that supports Black and Brown men attain their academic goals at Northern Virginia Community College.
I encourage you to read Dr. Hill’s publications titled Teachers as Change Makers in Bullying Prevention, published in 2020 and The Community College Experience of Black Male Achievers: Participation in Black Male Initiatives, also published in 2020.
His wealth of knowledge and wisdom are a result of his dedication to excellence, and he is the ideal person to be the Associate Vice President for Student Support Services at Northern Virginia Community College.
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27: Thinking Like a Bank with Sarry Ibrahim
Sarry Ibrahim is the CEO of Financial Asset Protection and the host of Thinking Like a Bank podcast. He joins the LPDcast family to discuss important financial strategies that establish and build wealth. In this episode we discuss the importance of a healthy wealth mindset and best practices to establish long financial stability. We also provide information about Public Service Loan Forgiveness and how university graduates can negotiate the repayment of their student loans.
To learn about passive real estate, raising capital, investing and more, stream Thinking Like a Bank on all major platforms.
To learn more about Public Service Loan Forgiveness, click here.
Highlights from Season 1
In today's episode we revisit some of my favorite conversations from season 1 and share updates on completed projects from last year. I chose to highlight these guests because they embody the essence of LPDcast; which includes self-awareness, community building, allyship, and perseverance. We revisit our conversations with Maya Cardenas, Junior Peña, Jose de Jesus Gil, Fernando Velez, Dr. Lisa Orbé - Austin, and Dr. Jon Paul. What are your favorite moments from season 1? Let me know on Instagram @LPDcast or email lpdcast@gmail.com.
TEDxCSUSB: https://tinyurl.com/TEDxEloy
CSUSB Student Feature: https://tinyurl.com/CSUSBEloy
The CSU 30 Days of Pride Feature: https://tinyurl.com/CSUPride
26: Ethical Chisme, Joteria, and Pedagogy of the Heart with Sergio Gonzalez
Sergio is a Research Associate and PhD Candidate at Claremont Graduate University, and he joins LPDcast to discuss his journey to the professoriate and his innovative methods of conducting research that center and highlight Latiné people. We learn how he uses Joteria Identity and Consciousness to inform his research and how Ethical Chisme can be leveraged to curate safe spaces for Latiné people in higher education. We also discuss the importance of operating from a pedagogy of the heart to promote compassion and understanding in higher education and student affairs.
25: Motherhood, Latinidad, and Higher Education with Aurora Vilchis
Today’s guest is Aurora Vilchis, the soon to be President of the Association of Latino Faculty, Staff, and Students at Cal State San Bernardino. She joins us today to talk about the intersections of being a Latina, a mother, and a researcher pursuing her Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Aurora shares how her academic journey was influenced by Latinidad and her research into creating a Transfer Receptive Culture at four-year institutions. She also shares her experience with ALFSS and how the organization supports Latine/x students at CSUSB.
To learn more about ALFSS at visit click here.
24: To Love Me Is To Love The Skin I'm In with Stephanie Carter
Stephanie Carter wrote her first children's book, and she is back on LPDcast to tell us all about it! To Love Me Is To Love The Skin I'm In, tells the story of Deja and her journey to self-love and acceptance. Tune in to learn why Stephanie chose to write this book, and the conversations she hopes Deja's story will inspire. The release date is Aug. 1, 2021 and you can pre-order the digital version on Amazon today! Stephanie is donating a portion of her sales to Voices for Children and Pretty Brown Girl so please give her all your support! She is also doing a giveaway on Instagram so follow her to win one of three paperback copies! To Love Me Is To Love The Skin I'm In is written by Stephanie Carter and illustrated by Darya Obraztsova.
A resource mentioned in this episode is the freelancing website Upwork.
23: Being A Queer Administrator in Higher Education with Maya Cardenas
Maya Cardenas is the Associate Dean of Student Services at Mt. San Jacinto College, and we discuss the nuances of being a queer administrator in higher education. Maya shares her philosophy on leadership, and how she navigates the landscape of higher ed as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. She shares how her educational journey has influenced her leadership style and the important work that is being done at Mt. San Jacinto College. Maya shares helpful tools for practitioners to adopt when problematizing systems and structures in an effort to make them better. Tune in to this wonderful conversation rooted in the LGBTQ+ experience in higher ed! Remember to encourage, empower, and uplift the LGBTQ+ people in your life. Love and support goes a long way in improving our quality of life. A resource shared in this episode is The Trevor Project, to learn more click here.
22: Diversity & Inclusion in Higher Education with Dr. Jacob Chacko
Dr. Chacko shares his journey to becoming the Associate Director of Diversity and Inclusion at the Santos Manuel Student Union at Cal State San Bernardino. We discuss the important work he does with the affinity groups on campus to curate an inclusive environment at CSUSB. Dr. Chacko shares his experience embracing his personal identity and ethnicity and provides tips for current students as well. He also shares recommendations for higher ed practitioners seeking to do DNI work. Resources mentioned in this episode are university affinity groups, and the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, NASPA. To learn more about the CSUSB Cross Cultural Center click here.
21: Meet the LGBTQ+ Superheroes of Class 6 w/Fernando Velez
Fernando Velez is the CEO of Kraven Comics and the creator and writer of the Class 6 series. The multiple superheroes of Class 6 demonstrate the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and their stories are representative of the nuances, strengths, and complications that we face. In today’s episode, Fernando shares why he created Kraven Comics, and we discuss the importance of community building, proper LGBTQ+ representation in the comic book industry, and the vital role that a production team plays in content creation.
I have a trigger warning for today’s conversation with Fernando. Class 6 focuses on the LGBTQ+ community and our very real lived experiences, which are not always kind or ideal and today’s episode is candid and sincere. So heads up, this episode mentions suicide, corrective rape, and drug addiction. While these topics come up, they are not the complete focus of the episode.
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20: Choosing the Right College with Jose DeJesus Gil
Jose is the Director of Outreach and Recruitment at San Jacinto College in Houston Texas, and today he shares best practices for researching and choosing the right college to fulfill your academic needs. We discuss the nuances of outreach and recruitment during the pandemic and demystify the myths about community colleges. Jose also shares how understanding the various processes of higher education contributes to student success. Tune in to learn about the importance of open access institutions, equity in higher education, and the advice that Jose has for parents and higher-ed practitioners to best support their students. To learn more about San Jacinto College, click here.
19: Conducting Equitable Research with Javier Garcia - Perez
Today’s guest is Javier Garcia – Perez, a 4th year Ph.D. student at UCLA in the department of Social Welfare, and we discuss the importance of conducting equitable research. His research focuses on the LGBTQIA+ community and the intersections of youth and Latinx/e identity. Javier’s research seeks to understand the resilience within the community and discover areas of support by using a holistic model that focuses on the cultural toolkit of Latinx/e LGBTQIA+ people. Javier shares best practices for conducting fair and impartial research from a holistic point of view that is nuanced and uplifts communities. We discuss how research can be conducted with a community centered mindset that builds trust and engagement. Javier also shares his experience with the McNair program and provides tips for undergraduate students pursing graduate school.
18: Self-Acceptance, Self-Love, & Personal Power with Dr. Jon Paul Higgins
Today’s guest is one of Business Equality Magazine’s Top 40 LGBTQ Under 40, Dr. Jon Paul Higgins, and we discuss Self-Love and Self-Acceptance. While the process can be arduous, it is worth it! Your personal development will improve greatly and you will learn how to harness your Personal Power. This episode, we dive into the importance of setting boundaries, the benefits of therapy, the value of radical self-love, healing generational trauma, and more! This conversation will motivate you to take your personal growth to the next level. To learn more about Dr. Higgins visit their website, www.doctorjonpaul.com. To become a supporter of LPDcast and receive exclusive merchandise, visit www.anchor.fm/lpdcast.
17: How to Advocate for Student Success with Junior Peña
Junior Peña is the current, Assistant Director for Leadership, Engagement, Advocacy, and Diversity for the LEAD Office at Salem State University in Massachusetts.
In today’s episode, we discuss how to become an advocate for student success and how the LEAD Office at Salem State University works to directly support students with marginalized identities.
Resources mentioned in this episode are NASPA, the Social Justice Training Institute, and LeaderShape; all organizations that are dedicated to advancing social justice.
Tune in and learn how accountability and self-awareness are vital to being an effective advocate for student success!
16: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Lisa Orbé - Austin
Today’s guest is Dr. Lisa Orbé – Austin, an Imposter Syndrome subject matter expert that is here to help us overcome imposter syndrome. This episode is one of my favorites because we unravel the nuances of imposter syndrome and discuss the tools provided in Dr. Lisa’s book, Own Your Greatness, Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life, which she co-wrote with her partner, Dr. Richard Orbé – Austin. Dr. Lisa shares her personal experience with Imposter Syndrome and her journey to owning her greatness! In this episode, we discuss how family dynamics impact our lives, the imposter cycle that keeps us trapped, the 3 – C’s framework to overcome imposter syndrome, and Dr. Lisa provides insight into the development and patterns of narcissistic behavior. This episode is amazing and I hope you enjoy the ambient sounds of New York City in the background! With this episode, I am doing a Giveaway of the physical book and Dr. Lisa is adding an online toolkit! To enter, visit the LPDcast Instagram @LPDcast today.
15: Effective Resume Building with Tamara Ruffin - Martin
Resources shared in this episode include the nation’s primary source of occupational information, The Occupational Information Network, otherwise known as the O*NET Program. Visit www.onetonline.org, for information about occupational titles, competency frameworks, technology skills and tools, and so much more. O*NET even has a podcast for professionals and job seekers. Another online Resource is The Department of Labor Occupational Handbook. Visit https://www.bls.gov/ooh/, to browse occupations, find salary information, view the projected growth rate of occupations, and more! The site features every occupation in the nation. Lastly, if you would like Tamera to help you with your resume, email her at tlmartin@capriverside.org, with Resume Assistance in the subject line.
14: How to be Successful in Graduate School with Gerald Johnson II
13: Navigating Micromanaging in the Workplace with Dr. Anita
12: Youth Activism and Diversify Our Narrative with Amisi Omondi
11: How to Persevere as a First-Generation Student in Higher Education
Skylar shares the skills, habits, and resources that she relied on to persevere as a first-generation woman of color in higher education. Tune in to learn about her multiple leadership roles and how she manages the responsibilities of service leadership.
10: How to Curate a Board of Advisors with Dr. Anita
A resource mentioned in this episode is the author, speaker, and coach, John C. Maxwell. Some of his titles include The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and Developing the Leader Within You 2.0.
To learn more about Dr. Anita, visit: www.doctoranita.com
To communicate with me, email lpdcast@gmail.com or search @LPDcast on Instagram.
9: How to Become an Effective Leader with Natoya Miller
During this episode, we discuss transferable skills that student workers can apply to their professional careers. Teamwork, Time Management, Relationship Building, Positive Reinforcement, and Self-Awareness are all central to being an effective leader, and Natoya embodies all of these skills wonderfully.
Tune in to learn how to achieve your professional goals from a true leader!
8: How to Establish Psychological Safety During COVID-19 with Dr. Anita
Dr. Anita joins us in this episode to discuss the nuances of VUCA and COVID-19. Her ebook titled 5 Survival Tips for Social Distancing: Managing the State of Being Physically Distant and Psychologically Dependent, discusses the vital role that psychological safety plays in our decision-making process. She also provides five tips to establish psychological safety that you can do in the security of your home.
To access Dr. Anita’s ebook, purchase the anthology Destimony: The Journey of Me on the Road to I AM, or reach out to Dr. A personally, visit www.doctoranita.com.
7: Leveraging Student Employment to Land Your Dream Job with Jisela Corona
An Ode to George Floyd
I created this podcast to showcase black and brown excellence. To motivate first-generation students of color to persevere despite the barriers we face in higher education and the professional landscape. To empower first-generation students of color to lean into their uniqueness and lead with their passions. To establish a community of allies and colleagues that can serve as a network for students and paraprofessionals throughout their leadership development. To encourage diversity and foster conversations that promote acceptance across ethnicities and cultures.
George Floyd is laid to rest. Another life taken senselessly by police violence. We honor him, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and the countless black lives that have been taken too soon. We honor his family and his memory, and we lend our voice as a podcast to amplify that of our friend, Dr. Anita Polite - Wilson.
This, is An Ode to George Floyd.
6: Curating Your Graduate Research Committee with Francisco Rodriguez
We talk about his motives for researching colorism within the Latinx community and the importance of studying from a diverse list of authors and educators.
A resource mentioned in this episode is LinkedIn, which is a great tool to showcase skills, talents, and career aspirations with a professional audience.
5: Relationship Building to Develop Successful Partnerships with Francisco Rodriguez
4: The Importance of Partnerships to Professional Success with Dr. Anita
We also apply concepts from Marshall Goldsmith's What Got You Here Won't Get You There, to what Dr. Anita calls Leveling-Up at work.
She also introduces the partnerships involved in our Board of Advisors, which is a select group of individuals that are pertinent to our professional development.
To learn more about Dr. Anita, visit her website at www.doctoranita.com
3: Put Your Best Foot Forward, Effective Leadership with Dr. Anita Polite-Wilson
Today's episode features the first half of my conversation with Dr. Anita in which we discuss effective leadership in teamwork, the importance of seeing business as a partnership, and the benefits of networking and relationship building. We also mention Brene Brown's concept of the Power of Vulnerability and Susan Cain's book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking.
2: Effective Communication in Construction with Stephanie Carter
Communication Skills discussed in this episode are Interpersonal skills and the importance of Writing well. Stephanie also shares how dependability is essential to professionalism and teamwork.
1: Leveraging Resources for Success in Engineering with Stephanie Carter
Stephanie Carter is the perfect guest to begin LPDcast. She is a Civil Engineer and graduate of UC Berkeley. During this episode, we talk about her experience as a First-Generation Student at UC Berkeley and the resources for Women of Color in engineering that she relied on to persevere in the industry. Additionally, we discuss the nuances of being a student worker in higher education. A Resource mentioned in this episode is the Society of Woman Engineers.
