Join us on a riveting journey with Emilio Sosa, an esteemed fashion designer from the Bronx. Emilio shares his personal and professional journey, discussing the challenges he overcame and the importance of family support and passion. From the complexities of parenting to pursuing dreams, Emilio's story is a powerful tale of resilience. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that encourages you to chase your dreams.

In this episode, we discuss the beauty of embracing natural curls with guest Dhayana Alejandrina. The discussion goes beyond hair, exploring themes of identity, culture, and self-love, particularly within the Dominican community. We share experiences of transitioning from relaxed to natural hair, offering practical tips and highlighting the importance of self-expression and defying conventional beauty standards.

We engage in a comprehensive discussion with mental health expert Eda Franco, where we debunk common misconceptions surrounding mental health and emphasize its spectrum nature. The conversation spans topics like societal stigma and the influence of various factors on mental well-being. We delve into generational mental health and highlighting the importance of self-care and mindfulness.

Listen in as we welcome spiritual advisor, medium, and all-around beautiful soul, Vida Valdes to discuss the topic of self-love and how we can start showing up for ourselves. Vida helps us understand that learning to love ourselves is crucial to personal growth, self-acceptance, and understanding who we really are. Don't miss this episode packed with lessons on self-love, inner growth, and setting boundaries!

Our food choices greatly impact our health. Processed foods, while convenient, often contain harmful ingredients that contribute to serious health issues like obesity and heart disease. Meanwhile, the sugar industry's deceptive influence has skewed dietary guidelines, leading to further health consequences. Food is our medicine so the food we eat plays a crucial role in our overall health.

We're ending season 1 on a fun and light note. We get into all the things about us—what we love, hate and what inspires us. Tune in and get to know us better.

Here’s a reading list recommended by Columbia University Professor of History, Dr. Natasha Lightfoot on Caribbean History and of Dominican Republic.

This episode is an enlightening journey through the annals of Caribbean history, a must-listen for anyone keen on understanding the Caribbean's past and its impact on our present day. Tune in to delve deeper into the enthralling stories of strength, struggle, and resilience in the Caribbean.

Previously, we discussed establishing boundaries, but how do you implement them once set? In this episode/blog post, we explore how navigating boundaries shapes our lives. Our featured guest, Dhayana Alejandrina, a poet and author, joins us to talk about her journey, how her writing reflects it, and how she manages pushback on her boundaries. Throughout our discussion, we reflect on the pivotal role of self-love in this process.

Explore the journey of authenticity with artist Victor John Madrid Villanueva in this inspiring blog post. Learn about Victor's personal and professional journey, his perspective on societal labels, and his advice on staying true to oneself. This post is a celebration of authenticity, self-discovery, and personal growth.