The Polymath Latina Podcast
By The Polymath Latina w/ Erika Hernandez
We will dive into different topics that range from culture to religion, health, politics and business. Whether it's a one-on-one conversation with my guest or a table discussion open for debate, one thing is for sure - no topic is off the table!
The Polymath Latina PodcastDec 22, 2021
What's in the Cards for 2022?
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NEW EPISODES: Wednesdays at 6am ET
Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities.
On this episode we are looking to cards to see what the new year will bring!
Joining me is messenger of the Divine Source, Grecia Ordonez. Grecia is a Cuban advocate and bruja who has dedicated her life to helping her clients towards their spiritual journey in hopes that they vibrate in alignment with their destiny.
You Are More Than a Size
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Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities. How Latino are you if you don’t speak Spanish?
According to Wikipedia, body positivity is a movement focused on the acceptance of all bodies, regardless of size, shape, skin tone, gender, and physical abilities, while challenging present-day beauty standards as an undesirable social construct.
But what does this actually mean?
Joining me today to discuss this is Tejal Parekh, MSW. Tejal is a young woman and goddess who is a hype coach impacting the world, transforming lives every day with her light, through her platforms and motivational speaking. She is a Beauty Entrepreneur, Blogger, Self-taught Makeup Artist, Plus-size Model, Motivational Speaker, Social Worker and activist of Women’s Rights - Body Positivity - and Undocumented Immigrants.
GUESTS: Tejal Parekh
If You Don’t Speak Spanish, Are You Even Latino?
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Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities. How Latino are you if you don’t speak Spanish?
Can you ever lose the language you never even learned?
Today I am joined by, not one, but three amazing Latinas whose roots come from Spanish-speaking countries. Andrea, Mellisa and Samantha are here to share their story as Latinas who don’t speak Spanish.
Tune it to today’s episode to find out why they never learned Spanish, how others made them feel for not speaking Spanish, did they ever feel “less than” when around Spanish-speaking Latinos and more!
GUESTS: Samantha Chico, Andrea Mesis-Bruno & Melissa Panszi Riebe
Getting Through the Holiday Blues
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Do you have the Holiday Blues?
The holiday season is the time of joy, cheer and family gatherings but for many of us, including myself, it’s the time filled with sadness, anxiety, loneliness and self reflection. But, what causes the holiday blues, where does it stem from and why isn’t it talked about enough?
My guest today, Julia Armand, is here to help me answer these questions. Julia is a Marriage and Family Therapist who helps individuals better understand their own patterns of behavior - why they are there, how to catch yourself falling into them and how to break free.
In today’s episode, we cover:
- The Holiday Blues are a real thing
- When did this all start?
- Holding on to old family traditions
- Why don't we talk about this?
- Holidays are time for reflection
- Holiday season post - Covid
- Holiday blues vs Depression
- What can you do to make it easier on yourself
- Be mindful that not everyone feels the same way
Connect with Julia on LatinX Therapy and Psychology Today
Meet The Woman Who Helped Start a Revolution
For the month of November, I have challenged myself to be thankful everyday for one thing in my life. Today’s guest is one I am eternally thankful, Cecilia Green.
Cecilia is the woman behind the words “Latina Made”, which helped me start my non-profit organization Latina Made Not Maid. She is a dance instructor , a casting assistant, photographer and an amazing wife and mother.
Today, Cecilia is here to get the recognition she deserves!
In today’s episode, we cover:
- [00:01:33] How Cecilia and I started our friendship 37 years ago
- [00:03:21] Cecilia’s dance journey and her diverse career
- [00:10:17] Us drifting apart and reconnecting years later
- [00:11:42] Giving Cecilia recognition she deserves for Latina Made Not Maid
- [00:26:40] Today, I’m thankful for Cecilia and I’m sorry I didn’t do it sooner
- [00:30:07] Final Five with Cecilia
- [00:32:28] Connect with Cecilia
Links mentioned:
- Visit TLGreen Photo or connect with them on Instagram and Facebook
- Join our conversations on Instagram
- For more info, visit our website
- If you liked today’s episode, make sure to leave us a comment.
Coming Full Circle with Diana Lee Santamaria
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In today’s episode, I am joined by Diana Lee Santamaria. Diana is an educator and the author of DLee’s World, a bilingual preschool learning series that incorporates preschool common core objectives, diversity, playful verbiage, and developmentally appropriate learning strategies to help increase reading comprehension and overall learning.
Diana Lee has a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education along with eight years of teaching experience. As a child who struggled with reading and social identification, she created DLee’s World Series to promote literacy, diversity, and fun!
In today’s episode, we cover:
- How Diana Lee and I met (on Clubhouse)
- Who is DLee and where she came from
- Self-publishing and Book Illustration
- Confidence; You’re a Badass
- Overcoming literacy struggles and falling in love with reading
- The course of Diana Lee’s career; coming full circle
- Tips on how to help children who struggle with reading/writing
- DLee’s World bilingual series
- Storytime: DLee’s First Day of School
- What is next for DLee’s World
- Connect with Diana Lee
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73 Questions with Nicole Tolentino | Vogue Inspired
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Welcome to the first episode of the Polymath Latina Podcast. My first guest is someone really special to me. She is not only my best friend and my biggest supporter, she is also my baby sister - Nicole Tolentino!
When I first came up with the idea of starting my own podcast, I immediately knew that I wanted Nicole as one of my guests. She definitely took me by surprise when she volunteered to do it because this is way out of her comfort zone and that got me thinking - what else don't I know about my sister.
So, in a true Vogue 73 questions fashion, join me in today’s episode and let's find out together!
Links mentioned:- Connect with Nicole on Instagram @glamhouse.studio
- Join our conversations on Instagram
- For more info, visit our website
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Welcome to The Polymath Latina Podcast
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NEW EPISODES: Wednesday at 6am ET
Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities.
Welcome to Polymath Latina Podcast, a podcast that is all about amplifying and uniting the voices of phenomenal women of color. Here, we will have it all - amazing topics and even more amazing guests. From business and family to sex and religion, no topic is of the table. Pull up your chair to the best table in town and join Erika Hernandez, on The Polymath Latina podcast!
From culture, to politics, to health, religion, business and of course, sex... no topic is off the table. Together, we'll share, laugh, debate and empower each other to reach our full potential.
NOW, LET’S GET DOWN TO IT! WELCOME TO THE THE POLYMATH LATINA PODCAST!
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Meet Erika, the Host of Polymath Latina Podcast
Welcome to Polymath Latina Podcast, a podcast that is all about amplifying and uniting the voices of phenomenal women of color. Here, we will have it all - amazing topics and even more amazing guests. From business and family to sex and religion, no topic is of the table.
But, before we dive into all of that amazingness, I would like to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Erika Hernandez....I am a Jersey girl, I am a proud daughter of Cuban immigrants, and I am your host.
Links mentioned:
- Connect with Erika at www.byerikahernandez.com and on Instagram @byerikahernandez
- Join our conversations on Instagram at @thepolymathlatina
- For more info, visit our website
- If you liked today’s episode, make sure to leave us a comment.
- Watch this episode on YouTube
Intro - Coming Soon
Welcome to The Polymath Latina podcast! Join us every Wednesday beginning on November 10th for an all new episode.