Amiga, Handle Your Shit

Some shifts feel like a choice. Others hit you like a jolt that forces you to look at your life and ask, "Who am I becoming?" This week's episode brings together two mujeres whose stories mirror a truth many of us avoid: sometimes life doesn't fall apart, it pulls you forward. In this episode, we revisit two powerful interviews from 2025 that reveal what happens when a Latina stops moving on autop...

Amiga, have you ever wondered why some things feel so aligned while others just don’t sit right—no matter how hard you try? It might be time to explore your Human Design. In this soulful episode, Jackie taps into the magic of self-awareness, intuition, and transformation with Human Design coach and astrologer Ilona Pamplona. Together, they dive into how Human Design offers a blueprint for understa...

Most entrepreneurs chase strategy, hustle, and visibility, but overlook the one advantage they already carry: their culture. When you know how to translate your lived experience into market intelligence, your business doesn’t just grow. It becomes unstoppable. This week, we revisit one of the most downloaded and transformative episodes of Amiga Handle Your Shit, my conversation with the brilliant...

Have you ever reached the end of a year feeling stretched, exhausted, and grateful all at once? This episode is a raw, unfiltered reflection on a year marked by community upheaval, personal struggle, spiritual grounding, and the powerful reminder that healing and rebuilding begin with honesty. From the LA wildfires to the emotional toll of immigration raids, and from unexpected health crises to mo...

Some people hit walls that should have taken them out. Today's guest, Ernie G , built staircases out of his. If you have ever felt behind, broken, late to the party, or unsure of what you are capable of, this one will hit you straight in the heart. In this episode of Amiga Handle Your Shit, Jackie sits down with empowerment comedian and speaker Ernie G , a man who has spent decades transforming au...

Have you ever wondered what it would look like to invest in nature in a way that grows both your wealth and the planet? This episode invites you to rethink how you view money, assets, and long-term legacy by exploring the emerging world of regenerative investments. Instead of seeing land and forests as distant resources, this conversation reframes them as living assets capable of creating generati...

Sometimes, confidence begins with a smile. For Dr. Ingrid Murra , a first-generation daughter of Salvadoran immigrants, that smile became the foundation for a purpose-driven career. From growing up in a hard-working blue-collar family to earning her degree in orthodontics at Harvard, Ingrid has built her life around one belief: transforming your smile can transform your confidence, your health, an...

Have you ever imagined what it would feel like to sit at a table where faith, leadership, and luxury meet? This episode is a celebration of divine timing, feminine power, and the courage to create your own table. It’s about trusting that when you say yes to your vision, the universe and God will align every detail to make it happen. Tune in to Episode 255 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit , for a heartfe...

Sometimes the most powerful stories come from the moments we can’t quite explain — the ones that linger in our hearts and whisper, “Tell me.” For filmmaker and storyteller Jane Clark , that whisper became her calling. Her work explores the full spectrum of the human experience, blending courage, humor, and empathy to remind us that even in life’s hardest moments, there’s beauty worth capturing. In...

True impact doesn't always begin in boardrooms or policy meetings. Sometimes it starts in the heart; in recognizing that the struggles we think are ours alone are, in fact, shared by millions. For Rudy Espinoza , that realization transformed his path from a young man chasing financial success to a leader reshaping the systems that hold communities back. In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit,...

Have you ever stopped to reflect on what gratitude can truly create in your life? In this special milestone episode, we celebrate 250 episodes of Amiga, Handle Your Shit . Gratitude is more than just a feeling—it’s a powerful force that shifts perspective, nurtures peace, and allows us to live with purpose and abundance. This is your invitation to release hustle culture and step into a softer, mor...

Entrepreneurship starts with vision, courage, and the belief that what you want is already yours. Few embody this truth like Silvia Tapia , a digital creator, Mom, and founder of The Glam Collective , and co-founder of Duo Sculpt . In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Jackie welcomes Silvia Tapia to share her entrepreneurial story, from following her creative instincts into cosmetology to g...

Are you tired of feeling like nutrition has to be complicated or restrictive? So many of us grow up with confusing diet advice, shame around body image, and a belief that healthy living requires extremes. But the truth is, health can be simple, joyful, and deeply empowering when we give ourselves permission to find balance. Ana Latina is a certified nutrition coach dedicated to helping high achiev...

Latinos are no longer an “up-and-coming” community. The numbers tell a different story. By 2050, one in three Americans will be Latino. Today, 78% of new workers entering the labor force are Hispanic, and Latino-owned businesses are growing 10 times faster than white-owned businesses. Bilingualism has become a cultural and business superpower, and the contributions of our community are fueling the...

What if your relationship with money could shift from stress to flow? This episode is an invitation to rethink everything you’ve been taught about money, worth, and abundance. Too often, cultural beliefs, fear, or old habits keep us from receiving fully and, in turn, block the natural flow of prosperity. But when we shift our perspective, money becomes more than numbers in an account. It becomes e...

Some experiences shape you early, whether you’re ready for them or not. For Monica Guardian , a defining childhood moment became the quiet force behind a lifetime of service. With over two decades of experience in public service, nonprofit leadership, and healthcare, she has developed programs that empower youth, strengthen families, and protect seniors—all rooted in a deep conviction that communi...

Have you ever wondered if what you are dealing with is really your shit to handle ? In this episode, we’re honored to host badass Latina, Dr. Esther Zeledon, President and Co-founder of Be. Act. Change. Born in Nicaragua, Dr. Zeledon faced death at the early age of two. The feeling of her life being spared, plus the urge to overachieve that Latinos experience when they migrate to America, translat...

Tech is everywhere, but representation still lags, especially for Latinas. Despite being one of the fastest-growing demographics in the workforce, Latinas remain underrepresented in the rooms where major tech and business decisions are made. But that’s starting to change. When you combine global experience, technical skill, and a fearless mindset, you don’t just participate in the industry, you he...

Have you ever wondered what makes you a badass Latina?  Many of our traits, even the ones we are most proud of, might come from dark times our ancestors had to go through. In today's episode, I'm joined by the incredible Adriana Palomares, a first generation Attorney, Entrepreneur, and Author of "Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment," a wonderfully written book meant to inspire and em...

Being “one of the guys” was once the only way to survive in the tech industry. But what happens when a powerhouse Latina executive decides not just to survive, but to lead, disrupt, and uplift others along the way? In this episode, I'm joined by the extraordinary Sandra Lopez , a visionary executive, investor, and changemaker with over two decades of experience at top-tier companies like Intel, Mi...

Do you feel like the world is shifting faster than you can keep up? This solo episode is a powerful wake-up call for every Amiga ready to rise in this new era. As systems break down and technology evolves at lightning speed, it’s time to stop sitting on the sidelines and start claiming your power in your finances, your mindset, and your future. Tune in to Episode 241 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit , f...

In many Latino communities, technology is often seen as something distant, reserved for Silicon Valley, startups, or someone else’s kids. We're typically the last to adopt it, the last to be invited in, and the first to be left behind. But that narrative is changing. A new wave of Latina leaders is rising, embracing tools like ChatGPT not just to catch up but to leap ahead. So, what happens when w...

Have you ever wondered how your voice could spark change and uplift an entire community? This episode is a powerful reminder of how sharing our stories can break cycles of silence, expose injustice, and amplify voices that are often overlooked. When we dare to speak up, we not only honor our own truth but also open doors for others to do the same. Steph C. Martinez is an award-winning multimedia j...

What happens when an actress takes control of her career and decides to use every actor's pain points as fuel for innovation? You get Rafy , an AI-powered acting partner. In this episode, I’m joined by Jamila Hache , a Venezuelan actress, tech innovator, and co-founder of Rafy, a revolutionary AI app that helps actors rehearse their lines. Jamila opens up about some of the difficulties of working...

Sometimes, the loudest voices don't represent us. As tension boils in the streets of LA, emotions run high, narratives get twisted, and chaos overshadows the core of what our community truly stands for—dignity, discipline, and heart. So, what happens when Latina leaders who actually live this reality take the mic and tell it like it is? In this episode, I'm joined by two of my favorite guests, bac...