Voices of Influence: The Podcast with Criss Madrigal

This first episode of Voices of Influence inside Substack marks more than the launch of a podcast, it represents a shift. A shift in how we connect, how we build, and a shift in how we choose to be seen. In this opening conversation, I share the intention behind this space, the evolution of my work, and what it means to move from building alone into collaboration in community. This is the beginnin...

There was something powerful about this kickoff. It was the transition of The Collaboration Room into Substack, and it signaled something deeper. This is not simply a shift in platform. It is a shift in how we connect, how we collaborate, and how we expand our voices—together. This moment represents the beginning of a new way of being in community. A way that is intentional. A way that is aligned....

This message came through in real time, and I chose not to wait to share it. What I spoke about on a global stage last week didn’t feel complete until it was brought into a space like this—because legacy is not built on stages alone. It is built in rooms. In the video above, I share a deeper truth that shifted everything for me: standing out is often the very thing that keeps us disconnected from...

Welcome. I’m really glad you’re here. The Collaboration Room was created for people who believe that meaningful collaboration, thoughtful connection, and mutual support are some of the most powerful ways we expand our work and our impact. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with incredible leaders, coaches, experts, and creators who are doing important work in the world. Yet one thin...

In this heartfelt episode, lifelong friends reflect on their shared experience of writing a chapter together and completing a project as a team before their beloved friend Jessica passed away. The book they worked on was released on Jessica's 50th birthday, a milestone that was particularly significant because her doctors had once doubted she would make it to 50. As Pansy and Patty speak, it's cle...

In this episode, Yvette and Geovanna, the dynamic relationship coaches behind YG Collaboration, dive deep into the power of collaboration, self-awareness, and setting boundaries. They discuss the importance of raising each other up in both personal and professional relationships and how these principles can lead to stronger, more fulfilling connections. Yvette opens up about the significance of gi...

En este episodio, les presentamos a Nebai Roo y Romy Cañadas , dos increíbles mujeres desde España que se autodenominan Sexalescentes . Ellas nos inspiran con su visión sobre la sexalescencia , rompiendo barreras y demostrando que se puede disfrutar la vida plenamente a cualquier edad. Nebai nos comparte su fascinante historia de cómo dejó Venezuela para emprender un nuevo capítulo en Canadá y, po...

In this episode, Wendy Aguilar shares her remarkable journey from growing up in a small village in Guatemala with no running water or electricity to achieving her childhood dream of telling stories and making an impact. She opens up about the toughest challenges she faced as a child, including being separated from her parents at just five years old and stepping into the role of caretaker at such a...

In this episode, Annett shares her personal journey growing up as a first-generation Latina, navigating the tension between her family's deep-rooted traditions and her own evolving identity. She reflects on the challenges of inheriting generational beliefs that didn't always align with her own experiences and aspirations. Annett also dives into the powerful lessons she learned while writing her ch...

Join us this week as Liliana Bernal shares her journey into entrepreneurship after her position in corporate was eliminated. She tells us how that was a turning point in her career that led her to a successful entrepreneurial journey. Liliana is an international bestselling author and wrote Chapter 11 in the book Latinas Rising: Breaking Generational Chains & Becoming Change Makers. Learn more abo...

Maria Molina Monroy is a first-generation Colombian-American and first-time author debuting her story Latinas Berracas in Latinas Rising: Breaking Generational Chains and Becoming Change Makers. She hopes to inspire new generations of Latinas to transform their lives into the life they are meant to live rather than repeating the ancestral cycle. She was born and raised in the diverse melting pot o...

Tune into episode 30 with Carla Guzman and Edilka Anderson as they share their journey of becoming international bestselling authors in the book Latinas Rising: Breaking Generational Chains & Becoming Change Makers. Carla and Edilka share how the universe aligned them with Criss Madrigal in 2023 and a synchronicity of events and perfect timing led them to share their story in Latinas Rising. The t...

In this episode, Criss Madrigal shares the 3 people you need throughout your growth journey. 1. Coach - A professional who guides individuals or teams in achieving specific personal or professional goals. They use a structured approach, often including questioning, active listening, and feedback, to help clients explore their thoughts, identify challenges, and create action plans. Unlike therapist...

In this episode, Sarah Dawkins shared her story from being a registered nurse to becoming a holistic health and healing coach. She walked us through the process of detaching from her identity as a nurse, which led to a deep depression after realizing she no longer aligned to that identity, to freeing herself from depression and pursuing her passion to help heal others holistically.  Sarah shared w...

In this episode, Pam Covarrubias share her journey of going from corporate into entrepreneurship and finding her voice through the mic of her podcast.  She talks about the work she does as a coach, and shares the 5 Principals of Calladita Culture.  5 Principals of Calladita Culture Be a Secret Choose to Serve Step into the Role Quiet Your Inner Voice Box Yourself Tune in and listen how you can beg...

In this episode, Briana Gray shares how to find your purpose in what you love. She encourages you to pay attention to what lights you up, and it starts by discovering YOU. Then be willing to move forward in some way. Briana is a Mindset Coach, has a community for women called The Woman's Success Code , and a podcast highlighting women's story of unearthing their purpose called Echos of Impact . Sh...

Ep. 25: The Importance of Empowering Young Minds In this episode, Luz Hernandez-Hidalgo, Girl Coach, talks about the importance of empowering our daughters at a young age by providing them with mindset tools to nourish their mind and body. She shares tips for moms who are struggling with their daughters' self-confidence or self-awareness to support them in their growth.   Luz leads girl empowermen...

In this episode, Criss Madrigal dives into embracing freedom to live the life you desire. If you want to be: FREE to BE who you desire to be, FREE to DO what God has placed in your heart, FREE to HAVE any experience you desire, FREE to BELIEVE in the impossible, FREE to take leaps with absolute FAITH, and FREE to TRUST that it's all coming perfectly together Then you need to start by using your im...

In this episode, Criss Madrigal shares 3 reasons why Latinas don't share their stories and why it's so important to let your voice be heard. The three reasons she shared were: It goes against cultural norms and expectations. There's fear of judgement or rejection if they share their story. The lack of representation and Latina role models can lead to a belief that their stories are not valuable or...

On this episode, Helen Edwards, shares her Growth Journey and the pivotal moment in her life when she divorced and gave her ex-husband full custody of their son. She shares the shame she felt as a mother, but also the perspective of allowing her son to be raised by his father. Helen who is a Financial Strategist, Author of Nothing Sexier Than Freedom, a Creative Expert, and Podcast Host of Your Mo...

In this episode, Criss Madrigal shares how to set CRAZY goals to shift your life. She teaches you the ABC's of goal setting and why C goals are the only ones to move you in the direction of your dreams and desires. A Goal (ACHIEVABLE) – Things you are able to ACHIEVE.  B Goal (BELIEVABLE) – Thing you BELIEVE you can do.  C Goal (CRAZY & COURAGEOUS) – Your deep DESIRES and WANTS.   She encourages y...

In this episode Lilly Cortes Wyatt talks to us about her Growth Journey as she went from working as a season Executive Producer, Host, and Assignment Editor for networks like NBC Universal, ABC, Univision, and Telemundo to founding Socios PR. She shares with the audience the challenges faced when she started her business as a Latina, mom, and woman. Lilly also gives other Latinas and women advice...

Join Criss Madrigal as she talks all about Building a Resilient Mindset . She gets personal in this episode and shares her journey while pregnant with her identical twin daughters who received a 22q Deletion Syndrome diagnosis, and how she navigated with resilience during her pregnancy and beyond. Criss explains there are three points to Build a Resilient Mindset: 1. Understanding Resilience 2. St...

Olivia Scholz aka Agent O helps your business go from struggling with frequent cash flow crunches to having enough cash in the bank to survive the ups and downs of a typical business. She found that 1 in 2 businesses fail within the first 5 years NOT because they are "bad at business" but because they do not have a profit strategy in place. So, she created her Clarity to Profit Method to teach sma...

Brenda Sotelo is a multifaceted individual who adeptly balances the roles of a devoted mother, business owner, and seasoned social media content creator. In this episode, Brenda speaks for the first time of her experience with sexual abuse as a young girl and how she's navigated life to grow into the incredible woman and mother she is today!   Brenda attributes her professional and personal achiev...