Victoria Jenn Rodriguez

Banking on Cultura: Where Latino Culture and Entrepreneurship Collide

Business EN ↓ 114 episodes

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur seeking guidance, a seasoned business professional looking for fresh perspectives, or simply a curious listener eager to delve into the heart of Latino culture and entrepreneurship, Banking on Cultura offers something for everyone. This podcast taps into the vibrancy & complexity of Latino culture, entrepreneurship, & all the bochiche in between. Here you will learn tangible strategies on how to start and scale your business by using your culture and authenticity as a competitive advantage vs an Achilles' heel.  Serving her audience with spicy intellect...

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Victoria Jenn Rodriguez

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Business

Latest episode

Jun 16, 2026

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Episodes

How to Get Paid as a Content Creator and Build Community ft. Dean Huertas [REPLAY] 19.08.2025

This week we bringing back one of our most popular episodes with Activist & Content Creator, Dean Huertas, who has garnered 20 million+ views on social media for his unique history lessons on Latino culture.  Dean shares the bochinche on how to make money as a Content Creator, negotiating deals, and strategies to create viral content on TikTok. Dean also gives us a history lesson on how birth...

How to Network Effectively at Conferences, Even If You’re An Introvert [REPLAY] 12.08.2025

Flash SALE 90% OFF - Learn how to secure lucrative 5-6 figure contracts with ease: https://www.victoriajenn.com/securethebigbag2024replay This week Victoria Jenn takes you down memory lane recapping how she was able to lock in a speaker spot at a huge conference in Atlanta, and her top tips for networking at conferences and events.  She also gets into the details of how she launched this podcast,...

How to Empower Yourself and Become the Badass You Were Destined to Be [REPLAY] 05.08.2025

👉🏼 Apply for Private Coaching with Victoria Jenn: https://forms.gle/VDuRfJ4P1PznedS6A When you learn how to trust yourself and be your own cheerleader, you no longer require validation from anyone else. All the answers you’re seeking live within you. In this episode, Victoria Jenn shares her most intimate stories behind her success and how she empowers herself to keep going, especially in moment...

EP 75: When is the Right Time to Pivot and Prioritize Your Happiness? 22.07.2025

In this episode, Victoria Jenn is coming to you live from New York City! Victoria Jenn gets real about pivoting in business and life, embracing change, and finding happiness amid challenges. She shares why she’s shifting gears away from large events like the Secure the Big Bag and Wellness Summit and leaning into more intimate, empowering experiences—like the debut of her Kiki Soirée, curated for...

EP. 74: From Grit to Global: The Latina Story Walmart Couldn’t Ignore (Ft. Qiana Aviles) 01.07.2025

In this episode, host Victoria Jenn, sits down with powerhouse serial entrepreneur, Qiana Aviles. From her roots growing up Puerto Rican in Brooklyn, getting arrested, to founding multiple successful businesses and landing a groundbreaking wellness-and-beauty deal with Walmart, Qiana drops all the tea on her inspiring journey. We get real and raw about: Overcoming a federal indictment to rewriting...

EP 73: 5 Ways to Win Corporate Contracts Even if Budget Cuts Are Happening 17.06.2025

Join the Mastermind to Secure 5-6 Figure Corporate Contracts Here: https://www.victoriajenn.com/securethebigbag2025 Welcome back to Banking on Cultura! This week’s episode is all about leveling up! Victoria Jenn pulls back the curtain on her signature strategies for securing five- and six-figure corporate and government contracts—the same career-shifting moves that catapulted her from corporate li...

EP 72: Loving Without Depleting: The Blueprint for Finding Purpose and Success ft. Susana Briscoe Alba 03.06.2025

Join my upcoming Mastermind: https://www.victoriajenn.com/securethebigbag2025 This week, host Victoria Jenn is joined by powerhouse guest Susana Briscoe Alba, corporate executive turned entrepreneur. Susana, proudly 1000% Dominicana, shares her inspiring journey from leading in higher education to becoming a sought-after career strategist and author with Penguin Random House. Together, Victoria Je...

EP 71: The Cost of Blending In: How Dr. Nadja Fidelia Broke Barriers on Wall Street 20.05.2025

RSVP to secure 5-6 figure corporate contracts mastermind: https://www.victoriajenn.com/securethebigbag2025 At just 11 years old, Dr. Nadja Fidelia’s father told her: “The worst thing to be is born Black, and even worse, a Black woman.” In this unfiltered, deeply powerful interview, Dr. Fidelia shares how those words shaped her journey to becoming one of the top Black executives on Wall Street. She...

EP 70: Love Is Blind, But Latinas See Everything ft. Reality TV Star Nancy Rodriguez 13.05.2025

Join my free mentorship community at www. FortunaLatina.net Ever wondered what it’s really like to find love on reality TV? Nancy Rodriguez from Netflix’s Love is Blind Season 3 is here to spill all the behind-the-scenes tea — from applying for the show, the checks collected, to dealing with the emotional aftermath in front of millions.  We also learn about her multi-million dollar real estate por...

EP 69: The Truth About Landing a Book Deal and Living a Plant-Based Life | Karla Salinari 29.04.2025

Join My FREE Mentorship, Fortuna Latina: www. FortunaLatina.net This week Victoria Jenn sits down with Karla Salinari, a nutritionist, educator, and cookbook author of Abuela’s Plant Based Kitchen. Karla opens up about her journey from a 20-year career in finance to building a successful business around plant-based nutrition. She shares her family’s legacy of vegetarian living in Puerto Rico, the...

EP 68: How to Overcome Burnout and Find Your Purpose | Lissette Rios 15.04.2025

Join Fortuna Latina: www. FortunaLatina.net This week Victoria Jenn sits down with Lissette Rios, an absolute powerhouse in PR and influencer marketing, as she shares what it was like to build and scale a successful PR agency that she ultimately decided to close during its peak while making millions.  We get into the real stuff, like how she’s stayed true to her cultura while pushing boundaries in...

The Power of Mindset: How to Transform Your Thinking ft. Ivette Mayo REPLAY 08.04.2025

Join Fortuna Latina: www. FortunaLatina.net This week we're resharing a powerful episode, joined by Victoria Jenn’s long time mentor, Ivette Mayo. In this interview, Ivette candidly shares how she overcame years of physical and verbal abuse, to becoming one of the most recognized professional development experts in the world. Her story will mobilize you to let go of any limiting beliefs, dead...

EP 67: Building Community and Overcoming Social Media Backlash with Kayelani Vasquez 01.04.2025

Join Fortuna Latina: www. FortunaLatina.net In this episode, we explore the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the journey of building a community of women, and the challenges that come with creating a successful event series. Expect candid conversations about the behind-the-scenes realities of entrepreneurship, including the challenges of maintaining authenticity and resilience in the face of pu...

EP 66: Networking Secrets to Secure the Big Bag 25.03.2025

Join the Dare to Leap Academy: https://www.victoriajenn.com/training This week I take you behind the scenes of a Dare to Leap Academy coaching call and share valuable insights and hacks from my recent trip to Atlanta. You will learn how to build meaningful relationships, the power of serving others first, and why sometimes it's okay to keep your wins private—as long as the check clears! I als...

Empires & Emotions: Navigating Entrepreneurship, Postpartum, & Marriage ft. Grizel "La ChaChi" Del Valle & Chef Kelvin Fernandez REPLAY 18.03.2025

🌟 LIMITED TIME ONLY: FREE TRAINING 🌟 ➡️ Register Here:  https://www.victoriajenn.com/training We kick off Season 2 with the legendary Grizel "La Chachi" Del Valle and hubby Celebrity Chef Kelvin Fernandez, with their first ever interview as a couple. Tune in as they break down what really goes down behind the scenes of a power couple in the entertainment business.  From working with Je...

EP 65: Navigating Authenticity and Success with Top Latina Comedian Gina Brillon 11.03.2025

👉🏼 Grab the FREE Top Hacks Workbook for Entrepreneurs here: https://www.victoriajenn.com/freeworkbook2025 This week we’re thrilled to welcome the fabulous Gina Brillon, a top Latina comedian, actor, and author, hailing from the boogie-down Bronx. Join us as we explore Gina's journey in the entertainment industry, her insights on staying authentic, and how she managed to secure deals with so...

EP 64: How to Build a Profitable Brand Embracing Your Culture | Esmeralda Baez 04.03.2025

👉🏼 Grab the FREE Top Hacks Workbook for Entrepreneurs here: https://www.victoriajenn.com/freeworkbook2025 Esmeralda Baez came to this country in her teens living with her family of 5 in one room, didn’t speak a word of English, suffered from a stroke, and managed to become one of the top Dominican women in media. 💃🏻 In this episode, Esme shares how she has built a profitable personal brand usi...

EP 63: Cancer Survivor to Jewelry Designer: Simone I. Smith's Inspirational Journey 25.02.2025

👉🏼 Grab the FREE Top Hacks Workbook for Entrepreneurs here: https://www.victoriajenn.com/freeworkbook2025 In this episode, host Victoria Jenn Rodriguez sits down with jewelry designer, entrepreneur and philanthropist Simone I. Smith. Known for her successful jewelry line and being married to hip-hop icon LL Cool J for over 29 years, Simone shares her journey from being an "around the way gi...

EP 62: Millionaire Brain: What the Wealthy Have in Common | Candy Calderón 11.02.2025

This week, Victoria Jenn shares a clip from her annual #SecureTheBigBag & Wellness Summit. Meet wellness expert Candy Calderón as she delivers a powerful keynote on brain health and cognitive wellness from a Latina perspective. In this eye-opening talk, Candy shares personal stories of burnout, discusses why brain health matters especially for communities of color, and provides practical strat...

EP 61: Balancing Caregiving and Entrepreneurship: My Journey and Best Practices 28.01.2025

In this vulnerable solo episode, Victoria Jenn shares her recent experience as a caregiver for her father who underwent major spinal surgery. From managing hospital stays to handling paperwork, she breaks down everything you need to know about caring for a loved one while maintaining your own well-being and business. Key Topics: - Important documents & paperwork you need - Self-care tips while...

Why You Need to Invest in Cannabis Before It's Too Late | Christine De La Rosa REPLAY 21.01.2025

This episode originally released September 23rd, 2023. Victoria Jenn welcomes the #1 Latina in Cannabis, Christine De La Rosa, CEO and founder of the People's Ecosystem, a cannabis company in California and New Mexico. Christine is a trailblazer in the industry, serving as the fund manager for the People's Group, a fund that invests in BIPOC and women-led cannabis companies. She shares h...

EP 60: Mastering Money Conversations and Creative Worth | DJ Mode 14.01.2025

This week we had an incredible session with the one and only DJ Mode aka Efrain Merced. DJ Mode shares his inspiring journey from the Bronx projects to DJing for Britney Spears, and becoming the first Latino DJ to headline the US Open. We also covered the importance of negotiation strategies, building strong client relationships, and scaling your business. Don’t miss this episode—it’s packed with...

Beyond the Fairytale: Real Talk on Motherhood, and Dating as an Entrepreneur | Alechia Reese REPLAY 07.01.2025

WARNING: This episode is for grown folks. Expect grown language. Grab your ear pods if the kiddos are around, and leave the pearls at home, because we get deep and honest in this episode. Victoria Jenn and Alechia Reese, an international host and transformation coach discuss: The misconceptions and harsh realities of motherhood and marriage.   The impact of societal expectations on women, especial...

EP 59: 5 Journal Prompts for a STRONG START to 2025 31.12.2024

🌟 LIMITED TIME ONLY: FREE Workbook🌟  Claim it Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3DLTYPX A new year calls for new journal prompts to get you thinking about your purpose in 2025 and beyond. This week Victoria Jenn shares her top prompts for identifying your passion, reinventing yourself, and setting yourself up to unleash the badass that lives within you. Don't forget to tag #BankingOnCultura or...

EP 58: Do Holiday Traditions Uplift the Culture or Hold Us Back - Live From Miami |The Mama’s Den 24.12.2024

🎄 This week we’re live from Miami joined by the ladies of The Mama’s Den discussing the highs and lows of family traditions and the pressure women face to upload traditions. 🎁 BOC Squad, what holiday traditions are important to you? Is there a specific story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at BankingOnCultura@gmail.com OR you can always submit a DM over...

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