Amiga Mía Talk Show

In this ep I chat with Milena Sanchez, a London-based British Latina singer, songwriter, and podcaster who has amassed 44k following on Insta and 100k on TikTok. We chat all-things unique experiences of Latinas living in Australia and the UK, the challenges of cultural identity, and the importance of community. Milena shares her journey from childhood dreams of stardom 'mini Shakira' to navigating...

This podcast series celebrates Latin Australians who are breaking barriers. In this ep, I chat with Mariafe Artacho del Solar, an Australian volleyball 3 x Olympian with Peruvian heritage. She shares her journey from Peru to Australia at 11 years old, cultural shocks (e.g missing typical domingos con la familia in Peru) and her experience of the Olympics, including the atmosphere in the athletes'...

In this ep, I chat with Jess the Co-Founder of Yo Soy Collective, a movement in Australia formed in 2018 that breaks creative barriers for the Latin American community. We chat about Yo Soy Collective's initiatives, including the Latinx Artist Directory, the 'Here We Are Now' documentary and Jess introduces a new initiative called Sobremesa! In our chat we talk through the importance of paid oppor...

In this ep, I chat with Luz Restrepo, Co-founder & Director of Migrant Women in Business Australia, shares her journey as a Colombian migrant in Australia. She arrived in Australia seeking political asylum and within 4 years built and became the CEO of SisterWorks, (Yas reina!) a social enterprise that supports migrants and refugee women, AND that has been endorsed by UN Women. In 2020, she co...

In this ep, I chat with Olivia Vasquez & Olivia Dacal , talented Latina performers and we chat about their roles in the musical 'In the Heights' at the Sydney Opera House. The conversation revolves around familia, pressure, support, representation, and la comunidad latina en Australia. Olivia Vasquez plays Vanessa, a dreamer who wants to leave the barrio but realises that her home and communit...

In this episode, I chat with Liliana Sanchez Founder of Moving Cultures, Moving Stories about all-things microaggressions and their impact on marginalised groups, including the Latin community. She shares examples of microaggressions she has personally experienced. Lily shares her personal journey as a Chilean political refugee and explains how microaggressions manifest within the Latin Australian...

In this episode, I chat about all things latin dancing (Reggaeton and Folkloric), community updates and more! Plus Hear from two in-person interviews with women founders of dance groups in Sydney. The first interview is with Sera Fichera, a business partner at Tropical Soul Studio and creator of the Bad Girl event. The second interview is with Catalina Lucero, one of the founders of Corazon Chilen...

In this episode, Luara Brandao, the founder of InBraza, shares her journey as a Brazilian creative living in Melbourne and her inspiration behind founding InBraza. InBraza is an Afro-Latin cultural collective that celebrates Baile Funk and Afro-Latin sounds and artists. Lua emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space where people can express themselves freely and authentically. She also dis...

In this episode, I chat with Paula Garcia the actor who plays Rosa Hernandez in the Stan Originals Series - Bump. We discussed her early life in Colombia & France before she moved to Australia, her acting journey, her life as a Latin actor in Australian TV and what's next. ✨ Follow her journey on Instagram here 🎥 Watch a TikTok clip of the show here ☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support this show con un cafecit...

In this series, I talk to Badass Bichotas in the Latin Australian & NZ scene. Each ep is between 30-40 minutes max, perfect to listen to in the background! In this episode, I chat with Peruvian Australian Carolina De La Piedra, a Peruvian Australian who is breaking barriers. Her brand & DJ name 'Carolina Gasolina' is recognized as a household name and has managed to build an empowering rep...

This series I talk to Badass Bichotas in the Latin Australian & NZ scene. Each ep is between 30-40 minutes max, perfect to listen to in the background! In this first ep, I chat with Latin Australian Comedian Natali Caro, a Sydney-based drag king and comedian. Natali opens up about being a neurodivergent Queer Latinx Australian and her path to disrupting the comedy scene. We chat about growing...

Last episode of the year! Meet Elaura (Emi Nesvara Hernandez) and Papito Gamble (Cris Gamble) first-gen Australian Chilean artists out to disrupt the Latin music scene in Melbourne and Australia! We talked about all things upbringing, blended cultures and how that influenced the music they produced. 🎶 Follow Elaura on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎶 Follow Chris Gamble on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠...

Join us in "Emerging Voices of the Latin Rock Scene in Australia," where I chat with Argentinian Australian Jonny, the founder of Rock Latino Australia, and Felipe a Colombian Australian, drummer of the renowned Latino Fonika, about their journey in the Latin Rock genre amidst the reggaeton and salsa-dominated landscape. They talk about unity, passion, and the combined efforts to elevate the Latin...

Australia's sprawling coastlines and iconic landmarks might seem worlds apart from the streets of Southern California. Yet, deep within the heart of Sydney and Melbourne, a growing lowrider community thrives. Lowrider Sunday, Australia's grandest celebration of the culture, was a spectacle of bouncing cars and shared pride. After experiencing this festival, I chatted with members from three Latin...

In this episode, I talk with Natalie the Founder of La Bomba Radio show, La Bomba Dance and Entertainment group also known as DJ Senorita. She is based in Adelaide, was born to Chilean parents and cultivated part of the first-ever Latin Music scene in South Australia. And one of the first ( if not the first) female Latin DJs in Australia. ✨ Follow La Bomba on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ here⁠⁠ ⁠ 🎥 Watch a cli...

In this episode, I speak with Laura Moya an Assistant Referee in Australia based in Melbourne. She is one of four official Assistant Referees. We talk about her upbringing with Chilean migrant parents and how this influenced her decision to be a ref. ✨ Watch the interview on TikTok here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ☕️ Support this show with un cafecito ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Dive into the inspiring journey of Camila, an Australian Latina actor, as she takes on the role of Lucia, a Mexican novelist, in a groundbreaking theatre production celebrating Latino culture. Join us for a rollercoaster of emotions, fun, and resilience as Camila shares her real-life experiences of being a daughter of immigrants and cultivating her identity in a world that often leaves her feeling...

In this episode, we have the talented and passionate reggaeton artist, Jess Makaveli. Jess shares her journey as an artist, her cultural background, and her challenges as a Latina in the Australian music industry. Jess shares her personal journey, growing up in a cross-blended cultural experience and finding inspiration in her Salvadoran roots. She talks about the challenges she faced as a Latina...

In this episode of Spanglish Talks, I interview Alessandra, Jacqui and Oscar who form part of the Moonlight Tango team, a non-profit organization based in Brisbane. Moonlight Tango started as a group of volunteers passionate about promoting Latin American culture through dance events. Over the years, they have evolved into organizing larger cultural events, including their upcoming Brisbane Latin...

Join Amiga Mia talk with Nancy Diaz, a trauma-informed therapist and daughter of Mexican immigrants living in Sydney, as she empowers Latinas and women of colour on the Global Citizen Therapy Podcast. Through candid conversations, Nancy addresses imposter syndrome, cultural identity, and the unique challenges faced by second-generation immigrants. Destigmatizing mental health, this platform foster...

Discover the vibrant world of Latina-founded brand Mami Watta Collections, where Latin culture and indigenous artistry intertwine. Celebrate the richness of Latin culture through captivating art and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Mami Watta. Explore the transformative power of love, connection, and artistry in this delightful conversation with founder Ana Maria Parada.  Read the blog...