How Do You Say Success in Spanglish?

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the external markers of success leave you feeling empty inside? Rocio Perez's powerful story reveals the profound difference between surviving and truly thriving. At just 15, Rocio found herself raising a child alone while escaping an abusive relationship and extreme poverty. Determined to create a better future, she emancipated herself from her parents and...

Send us Fan Mail Illegalized: Undocumented Youth Movements in the United States out Now! BIO: Rafael Martínez is an Assistant Professor of Southwest Borderlands in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts. At ASU, he teaches courses on the American Southwest, Arizona History, the U.S.-Mexico Borderlands, and Transborder Chicano Literature. Rafael is also a Program Faculty for the MA Narrative...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could redefine success through the lens of personal struggle and cultural identity? Join me, Raul Lopez, as I sit down with Carlene Fonseca, a dynamic leader who has transformed her experiences from Central Falls into a thriving career in leadership and community engagement. As the CEO and Chief Consultant of The Greatest You Consulting, Carlene opens up about her jour...

Send us Fan Mail SORRY FOR THE AUDIO. It was hard getting back into things, and I messed up my video recording to record 2 audio sources over each other and never hit record on my audio only device. Argh, yeah my momentum has been killed, but I will keep at it. Listen as I talk about the summer that killed my momentum. Special shot out to Synhorst Property Maintenance & Landscaping Summary: Ho...

Send us Fan Mail What if success isn't just about financial gain? In our season finale of "How Do You Say Success in Spanglish," I reflect on the journey of producing nearly 35 episodes, drawing from my personal experiences and the wisdom of our incredible guests. Inspired by an episode of Good Mythical Morning and the story of Jimmy John's, we examine the disparities faced by...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Raul Fernandez is a Senior Lecturer at Boston University, where he studies, writes, and teaches about inequities in education. He is also Chair of the Racial Imbalance Advisory Council, where he advises the Mass. Commissioner of Education and Board of Education on school (de)segregation in public schools in the Commonwealth.  In the last few years alone, Dr. Fernandez wrote a...

Send us Fan Mail Jon Marcantoni is a Puerto Rican novelist and playwright. The author of five books, he won the 2017 Independent Book Award for Best Southeastern Fiction for his book Kings of 7th Avenue. After the success of his play Puerto Rican Nocturne, about the Cerro Maravilla murders and their aftermath, he founded Flamboyán Theatre in 2022. The company produces new Puerto Rican plays and se...

Send us Fan Mail Edwin Berroa is an Assistant Principal inside the New York City public school system.  Has been in education for over a decade. Edwin has a pulse in building capacity and building community to ensure success.  Growing up in a  Dominican household, he’s been around people in his family that have seen struggles, and have been resilient in their efforts. He believes in the elevation...

Send us Fan Mail Marco, a transformational burnout coach who has dedicated his life to helping healthcare professionals find balance and fulfillment in their lives and careers, whether they're currently experiencing burnout or are nearing it. Having walked the path of burnout as a Physician Assistant, Marco deeply understand the unique pressures you face in your role. His mission is to empowe...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Martinez is the Founder of Fincasa Whiskey .  Fincasa is a heritage blend of Rye Whiskey finished in Origin Rum Barrels to share the stories of our ancestors. Rooted in tradition and inspired by his family’s history in Puerto Rican Agriculture, Fincasa's Rum Barrel Finished Rye Whiskey highlights the rich cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean. Summary: When Mich...

Send us Fan Mail Liz Gallo is an Licensed marriage and family therapist with eight years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in those struggling with  chronic illnesses and has provided services within the community mental health and private practice settings. Throughout her career she has worked with adolescents, adults, and as well as couples. She supports her clients throu...

Send us Fan Mail After 8 years in healthcare, and at the suggestion of his wife, Giovanni decided to go back to school and pursue his childhood dream of becoming a firefighter.  In 2004 he was hired as a Paid Professional Firefighter by the City of Hialeah Fire Rescue Department and 2 years later, was hired by Miami Dade County Fire Rescue. Giovanni has add many certifications to his resume such a...

Send us Fan Mail Brittany Simpson, Born and Raised in Sunrise fl. Playing soccer sinc the age of 3, Brittany attended an academic and athletic high school where she played varsity all 4 years, as well as being a part of various honor societies. She committed to Yales D1 soccer program after her sophomore year.  During College she play on the Yale Woman's soccer team for all 4 years while majo...

Send us Fan Mail Thomas Ray Garcia is a writer, educator, and entrepreneur from Pharr, Texas. He is the author of the award-winning short story collection,  The River Runs: Stories and co-author of El Curso de la Raza: The Education of Aurelio Manuel Montemayor . He is the founder and board chair of the College Scholarship Leadership Access Program (CSLAP) , a lead coordinator for the Hidalgo Coun...

Send us Fan Mail Summary: Navigating the biotech industry's complex terrain takes more than just science smarts—it demands resilience, ethics, and a strong sense of self. Join me, Raul Lopez, as I sit down with a  professional from a leading pharmaceutical company, who shares their journey from a humble upbringing to the boardrooms of corporate power. We tackle the issue of systematic racism...

Send us Fan Mail Eriel Anchondo is a husband of 12 years to Jacqueline Anchondo. A proud father to three beautiful children, Eric, Michelle, and Christian. Eriel is also a chess aficionado with no hopes of ever becoming a grand master and a Mexican food enthusiast. Professionally he is Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Franklin Street Properties, a public real estate investme...

Send us Fan Mail George Torres is an award-winning dynamic storyteller, producer, workshop facilitator, change agent, and social media visibility consultant, who passionately elevates Latino culture. With a strong focus on preserving and promoting our heritage, George works tirelessly to raise awareness about brands and initiatives that celebrate the richness of Latino culture. Driven by a lifelon...

Send us Fan Mail John Gonzalez is a Staff Instructor and Judge with The Universal Cheerleaders Association and The Spirit Consultants, a Judge/Master Teacher for Dancer’s Inc. Dance Conventions & Competitions. A Judge/Master Teacher for Step Up 2 Dance Dance Conventions & Competitions. A certified Dance Instructor through Dance Educators of America,  Cheerleading Coach through USA Cheer, a...

Send us Fan Mail Jose Avalos, Cofounder & CEO of TECH23, a media and entertainment company for the advancement of Latinos in Tech. With over 10 years of creating events and designing programs for first-generation college students, small-business owners, and Latinos in tech, y cultivando una comunidad para Latinos in Tech con ganas de aprender, crecer, y divertirse!   www.tech23.us Summary: Fro...

Send us Fan Mail It's time for my review :/ Lets look back at how things have been going on the podcast so far. I reflect on some of the big topics that came up, and how it has changed how I do things. I also talk about some of what I hope to bring in the new year, and what changes we will be doing on the podcast. I'll be switching to bi-weekly releases. I also plan to start doing monthl...

Send us Fan Mail Benda, always considered herself a creative soul, even as a child, drawing, painting, or whatever else she could find to get her hands dirty. As for photography, although she always loved it as an art form, it wasn't 2003 she signed up for a photojournalism class on a whim while studying at Boston University. And immediately knew she was hooked and fell in love with telling p...

Send us Fan Mail Andy Vargas serves in the Massachusetts House of Representatives for the 3rd Essex District, his home city of Haverhill. Formerly a Haverhill City Councilor, elected at age 22, Andy rose to the State House winning a special election in 2017, becoming the first Latino representative elected for his district. In the legislature, Andy serves as Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on Ec...

Send us Fan Mail Andy Deossa is a senior sports editor at Yahoo Sports. Follow him on Twitter . Summary: Get ready to deep-dive into the life of a sports journalist as we chat with none other than Andy Deossa, the senior editor at Yahoo Sports. Growing up as a die-hard Red Sox fan in Pawtucket, Andy's journey from being a sports enthusiast to a successful sports journalist is as riveting as t...

Send us Fan Mail Carol Sainthilaire is a distinguished leader in the fields of nonprofit management, housing policy, and community development. With a career spanning over a decade, Carol has consistently demonstrated her commitment to creating meaningful change in communities through her strategic leadership and programmatic expertise. As the current Executive Director of The Waterfront Project,...

Send us Fan Mail René is a psychotherapist based in the North Dallas area. He spent a majority of his career providing therapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings for Substance Use Disorders until opening his private practice, Garcia Mental Health, in 2017. In 2020, he decided to primarily focus his practice on treating Adult Men due to an identified need of practitioners willing to support...