Cafe con Pam

In this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam kicks off quarter two with an empowering deep dive into the concept of "rooted authority" for first-generation Latina leaders. Using real survey responses and her own career stories, Pam breaks down the four roots Latinas have been quietly building: translating, managing without authority, caring for everyone, and surviving visibility in spaces not made fo...

On this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam chats with Alexis Evans—aka the “Contract Queen”—about how she made the jump from corporate life to landing multi-million dollar government contracts and building her own business empire in Florida. Alexis opens up about what it’s really like being a Black woman working in construction and government spaces, the big misconceptions about contracting, and why net...

In this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam addresses the recent revelations from civil rights icon Dolores Huerta, who at 95 came forward to disclose Cesar Chavez’s sexual assault against her in the 1960s. With honesty and heart, Pam unpacks what Huerta’s story means for the Latinx community, the heavy silence so many women carry, and the complicated feelings that come when a cultural hero lets us...

On this episode of Café con Pam, Pam sits down with Sahirenys Pierce, a powerhouse financial educator and the mind behind the High Five Banking Method. Sahirenys opens up about her experience growing up as a first-gen Dominican-American in San Diego, going through her family’s financial ups and downs during the 2008 recession, and how it pushed her to create new money habits (and eventually, her o...

In this solo episode of Café con Pam, Pam talks about what it actually means to feel certain—and why so many first-gen Latinas constantly feel like they're not enough for any room. We break down the difference between confidence (which we can fake) and certainty (which has to come from deep within), and shares why Calladita Culture was stealing our sense of wholeness before we even noticed. If you...

This week on Cafe con Pam, Pam sits down with the incredible Cindy Chavez Swenson—a Mexican-American PhD, educator, and founder behind the Rosca app. They dive into Cindy’s journey growing up as the child of Mexican immigrants, what it’s like being overlooked (and underestimated) in both academia and tech, and how her family’s values inspired her to create a fintech app that actually serves Latino...

Ready to shake things up this spring? In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam tackles what the new season means for first-gen Latinas, especially those who've been running on survival mode. She revisits the five Calladita Culture leadership archetypes and shares simple, practical spring activation tips you can try right away—no matter which archetype you relate to. If you've been wondering how to mov...

This week on Cafe con Pam, Pam sits down with scholars Petra Rivera-Rideau and Vanessa Díaz to dive into all things Bad Bunny, Puerto Rico, and what it really means to be Latinas in academia. The episode is equal parts inspiring and real as they open up about the struggles (and joys!) of being underrepresented in their field, how teaching a college class about Bad Bunny grew into a book, and why t...

In this solo episode of Café con Pam, Pam explores the complex relationship between rest, productivity, and leadership for first-generation Latinas and women navigating Calladita Culture. Drawing from her own experiences, client stories, and years of coaching, Pam unpacks why our bodies can interpret rest as unsafe, how cultural and generational patterns inform our nervous systems, and what it tru...

In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam sits down with Ana Yáñez-Correa, Ph. D for an honest, moving conversation about her journey from Mexico to the US, childhood challenges, and finding freedom by reconnecting with her roots. Ana shares what it was like surviving work trafficking as a kid, how she hustled her way through school and work, and eventually burned out—only to learn how to put herself f...

In this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam gets real about those tough moments when you just don’t know what to do next—especially when everything in the world feels heavy. Pam opens up about what it means to rest with intention and reminds us that taking care of ourselves isn’t selfish, it’s actually revolutionary. We weave in wisdom from Audre Lorde, Gloria Anzaldúa, Ana Castillo, and introduce D...

In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam welcomes breathwork expert and coach Ana Lilia for a heartfelt conversation about healing, personal growth, and breaking generational cycles. Ana Lilia shares her story of growing up as a first-generation Mexican-American in Napa, navigating family expectations, and stepping boldly into independence and self-discovery. They tap into the challenges of being the...

In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam gets real about why typical manifestation advice just doesn’t cut it for first-gen Latinas and anyone navigating “Calladita culture.” She breaks down the actual science behind why just dreaming about your goals isn’t enough—plus, she shows how the brain’s reticular activating system (RAS) decides what opportunities you see (or don’t!). Pam shares her favorite m...

In this inspiring episode of Café con Pam, Pam welcomes musician, author, and disability advocate Lachi for a real talk about life, creativity, and breaking barriers. Lachi opens up about her Nigerian roots, what it was like growing up as the youngest of seven in an immigrant family, and her journey to embracing her blindness and neurodivergence in the music industry. The conversation gets honest...

On this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam sits down for a heart-to-heart about the real steps to personal growth and lasting change. She breaks down why simply becoming aware of your life’s gaps isn’t enough—and how feeling safe and certain in your journey is what really helps you move forward. Pam opens up about her own experiences with the life wheel, sheds light on why New Year’s resolutions ra...

In this candid episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam welcomes back attorney, entrepreneur, and content creator Taylor Tieman for her second appearance—now as a mother, multi-business owner, and advocate for neurodiversity and authenticity. They dive deep into how Taylor has evolved since her first appearance in 2019, discussing the journey from traditional expectations of lawyering to embracing her full id...

In this cozy solo episode of Café con Pam, Pam invites you to slow down, take a breath, and embrace the wisdom that winter brings. Feeling pressure to end the year strong, set new goals, or obsess over vision boards? Pam gently reminds us that true liberation starts with rest, not hustle—sharing her own stories about burnout, family expectations, and what happens when we don’t listen to our inner...

In this powerful episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam welcomes renowned activist and lawyer Etelle Higonnet to discuss the hidden costs of coffee and the urgent need for sustainability and human rights in the coffee industry. Etelle shares her multicultural upbringing, transformative experiences in Guatemala, and the journey that led her to fight against deforestation, child labor, and modern slavery acro...

Get cozy with this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, where Pam breaks down what the "visibility wound" really means and why feeling seen can be so intimidating—especially for those of us shaped by Calladita Culture and generational patterns. Pam gets really real about how confidence isn’t about faking it or powering through, but about gently teaching your body that visibility is actually safe. We shar...

On this episode of Café con Pam, Pam gets real with legendary news anchor María Elena Salinas—and it's a conversation you don't want to miss! María Elena Salinas opens up about her nearly 40-year career reporting for Spanish-language television, her partnership with Jorge Ramos, and why putting community first was always non-negotiable. She gives an honest look at the ups and downs of media today,...

In this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam gets real about why speaking up can feel so hard, even when you know you have something important to say. She unpacks the idea of the visibility wound of Calladita Culture, explaining how it goes way deeper than just lacking confidence. From family messages like "calladita te ves más bonita" to the pressures of code-switching and dealing with accents, Pam...

In this episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam chats with registered dietitian and entrepreneur Wendy Lopez about everything from her Dominican roots and family’s migration story to the real struggles—and triumphs—of bringing culturally inclusive nutrition to the forefront. Wendy shares her experiences growing up between New York and the Dominican Republic, what it’s like moving from the city to Charlotte,...

In this solo episode of Cafe con Pam, Pam gets real about the sometimes tricky balance between being grateful for where you come from and wanting more out of life. She opens up about her own journey as a first-gen, eldest daughter, unpacking how gratitude can get twisted into something that keeps us quiet and small. Using stories, cultural insights, and research, Pam shows why it’s totally possibl...

This episode is in Spanish! En este episodio de Café con Pam, recibimos a Marce Gutiérrez-Graudiņš, líder ambiental y fundadora de Azul, para conversar sobre la vida fronteriza, la justicia ambiental y la importancia de proteger nuestros océanos. Marce comparte su trayectoria desde Tijuana y San Diego hasta convertirse en defensora del mar, habla sobre el problema de los microplásticos, la urgenci...

In Episode 435 of Cafe con Pam, Pam gets real about hitting the nine-year mark of the podcast and what it means to actually be ready to begin again. Sharing her own journey—including the ups, downs, and borrowed microphones—Pam talks about letting go of old expectations, embracing change, and finally claiming the work she’s been building behind the scenes. This episode is all about getting honest...