Latinx Nation

In this episode we speak with Damaris Sowa-Perez, the founder of WBglobal, a non-profit that provides resources to widows, orphans, and distressed communities worldwide. She also founded cafe for missions a distributor, producer, and roaster of coffee. She speaks with us on the challenges she faced with her newfound journey of  the coffee industry. Also, we talk about how her faith has helped develop her non-profits alongside her family.  Shoutouts: @wbglobal , @cafeformissions   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we speak with Mesoamerican Beauty and Healthcare company Just Gyv (@justgyv) about how the importance of representation in the media, market, and business. Also, we go over what the company stands for and how they view their culture within their business.  Shoutouts: @Keeplbcfit - A nonprofit that mentors, assists and provides part time work for those experiencing homelessness. See how you can help at keeplbcfit.org . --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this week's episode we discuss the voting process here in the United States amidst an election and the steps taken throughout when preparing to vote. We also discuss events that lead up to the presidential election and if those events set us up for failure or if voting truly does make an impact.  Sources: The Presidential Election Process https://www.usa.gov/election Who's Running?  https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/us/politics/2020-presidential-candidates.html What is the Iowa Caucas?  https://people.howstuffworks.com/iowa-caucus.htm What is Super Tuesday?  https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2020/02/19/what-is-super-tuesday/?arc404=true   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we speak with Ashley Silva the founder of ShopFlye Jewelry, an online jewelry site that caters towards woman striving to better themselves as "boss babes"  making moves. She equips women with a style to enhance the view of women getting things done. We talk about the start of her business and forming her brand website. Also we go over the impact of personal connections and sales.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

Mi gente! In this episode we speak with Maydelli Mendoza. She is an entrepreneur and healer with multiple business ventures and a broad perspective in life. We speak on her roots and what feeds her lifestyle and energy towards her approach in everything she does. Special shoutout to @mexcocinacafe for letting use their space and @maydellimendoza for being on the show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

Hola mi gente! In this episode we speak with an amazing LatinX entrepreneur and role model to many in the LatinX Community, Marcella Gomez, She is the founder of Oh Comadre Candles and Concha Con in Los Angeles. We learn about her start in becoming a small business owner, the trials and tribulations, As well as the mindset she adapts herself with throughout her journey. To learn more about @ohcomadrecandles look up their website. And be sure to check out Concha Con and consider going to this amazing event on June 6.  Shoutout to Justgyv for sending us your incredible beauty products to try inspired by the Mesoamerican culture.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

in this episode we speak with our good friend Hailey, she decided to take a trip to California to come visit us and take us to unique experience of going to a K-Pop  concert. We talked about the crazy experience the girls had and where the interest in K-Pop stems from in Hailey's life. Also speaking on the influence K-Pop has onto pop culture today.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we look over and discuss how we feel when we're in a slump and lose focus on our goals. On this day we lost a great hero of ours, Kobe Bryant, with his passing we get a wake up call on how precious and sudden life can be so with this newfound perspective we try to find new motivation to do better in life and our dreams.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode with successful banker and great friend of the Latinx team Rogelio Vargas (@_rogervargas). He is one of the most motivational individuals that we know with an intense work ethic and and even more intense vacationer. He speaks with us on the mindset he places himself in to be the hardworker that he is and goes in depth on his roots that made him the man he is today.   Shout out to Leadership Long Beach for holding their historic 10th annual MLK Day of Service.  ***Anything said by our guests at LatinX Nation does not represent us as an organization nor do we condone their opinions, beliefs, and anything else they claim to be fact. This is strictly an environment for free speech and a platform for the people to tell their story. ***  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode, we speak with one of the new innovators in the coffee industry LaNisa Williams who runs a company that provides coffee businesses with the proper education behind brewing coffee. We talk about how she started her business, what motivated her, and what continues to motivate her in this second chance she was given through coffee. Shoutout to her company Barista Life. LA.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this Episode, we recap on our crazy Christmas Eve with multiple families and how it ended with a bottle of mezcal. We also talk about our New Year resolutions both personal and involving the organization. We're looking back on things from this decade and having a clear perspective on the New Year. Happy New Years from the LatinX Nation.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we speak the LatinX team and discuss the self made obstacles we struggle with before planning a vacation. We talk finances, limitations, mental health, and culture shock. Also, we talk with Karla's recent trip to Belize and her experiences there.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we speak with Maricruz Andino, aka Melanie's mom, she is an amazing person and advocate for the human race. We talk about her journey becoming an American citizen and what it meant to her then and also how she feels about it today. We go over as well how we think the current political climate is for becoming a citizen and compare how times have changed since she has received her citizenship.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we speak with the amazing artist, Taylor Van Buren. Taylor is a multi-talented artist that is phenomenal in many forms of art whether it be sketch art, animation and film. Listen in on how she got her start, how she describes her style of artistry, and what some of her inspirations are when she's creating. See Taylor's artwork here @taylormadeart94 Shout-out to @notibomba and new/media source that provides news coverage of latin politics and international news online in a simplified way.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode, The team talks over what makes them feel thankful in life and during the holidays. We spend time looking over where we are in our lives and establish what we find important so that we may focus on life as a journey rather than a destination. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

We share a bonus clip of episode 37 with Jess James as we talk about the importance of freedom of speech, liberties throughout the world and how the Church could've influenced the societal structure we follow today.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode, we speak with renowned professor, artist, and social activist Jess James. She shares her unique upbringing of being raised by white-supremacist parents and the constant struggle of disagreeing with their beliefs throughout her life. We also discuss how she has unleashed her profound passion for teaching and activism.   Shout-out to Kayela and Karla coming out on Telemundo, Happily, and the Daily Mail as well as other websites and news articles for Kayela's incredible adoption story on finding her mother in Guatemala after 23 years.    --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode we speak with devote pastor and founder of Echoes Church in South Gate CA, Antonio Reyes. We talk deep about the expectations of religion and spirituality and how they intertwine with each other into our daily lives. Also we speak on the struggles and doubts people can face when trying to find spirituality.  Shout-out to Rugby Exchange! They're a non-profit organization built to subsidize youth programs and empower their communities based out of Costa Mesa, CA. Find out how you can support by visiting their page :   @rugbyexchange501c3 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode, we speak with founder and CEO of the non-profit @lasgirlsinaction , that focuses on providing financial/educational opportunities and assistance for Salvadorian girls and young women. They consistently pursue the means to provide encouragement, sisterhood, and women empowerment to this generation and the rest to follow. If you or someone you know would like to donate or participate in one of their fundraising events visit their website lasgirlsinaction.org .   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support

In this episode, we speak with photographer and community activist Byron Scott Adams (@byronscottadams). We talk about his upbringing being a gay afro-latino finding freedom of expression in punk music to even being in a punk band then finding himself within accepting his identify and expressing that through the arts. Check out Byron's podcast "Welcome to the Loner Circle" available podcasts are heard.  Shout-out to Women's Circle.   @wocsistercollective_ A community that stands to create unity and empowerment for women.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latinx-nation4/support