Rafael Vazquez Guzman

Chisme is Life

Society EN ↓ 13 episodes

Chisme is Life is a podcast that creates space for real conversations about education, first-generation college journeys, mental health, professional employment, and more. Through stories, dialogue, and resources, the show uplifts our community while exploring identity, resilience, and growth. With honesty, laughter, and healing, each episode connects listeners to ideas and tools that inspire success in school, work, and life.

Author

Rafael Vazquez Guzman

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Jun 6, 2026

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Episodes

Contra Todo Pronóstico: De Joven Migrante a Doctorado – Dr. Aldo Barrita 06.06.2026

El Dr. Aldo Barrita nos visito desde Michigan para platicar de su experiencia como migrante a profesor e investigador en las vidas de gente migrante. Sus investigaciones son mucho mas importante hoy por las políticas antinmigrantes que estamos pasando estos dias. Escuche y comparta. #sonomacounty #familia #migrantes #padres #inmigrantes #psicologia #california #michigan #mexico #mexicano #colegio...

Chisme is Life: Why Pursue Careers in Mental Health 11.04.2026

Yasmin Landa visited with us today to share about her decision to pursue higher education and a PhD in psychology. It is important for Latinx community members to follow their dreams, regardless of whether they get support from family. It is also important to find mentors who will support our goals and provide guidance on how to achieve success. #phd #phdlife #phdlatest #mentalhealth #therapy #chi...

Chisme is Life: El Doctorado es Posible 29.11.2025

La Dra. Gabi Arango nos visito para platicar de sus muchas dificultades como migrante a este país. En la vida habrá gente que nos creara barreras y otras personas que nos abrirán puertas, pero tenemos que aprender a pedir ayuda. #chismeislife #chisme #chismetiktok #chismes #familia #amor #sonomacounty #migrantes #podcast #inmigrantes #noticias #fyp #mexico #mexicanos #mexicanas #ucberkeley #tortug...

Chisme is Life: From Small Beginnings to a Ph.D. 09.11.2025

Erick Palafox Ph. D. visited with us today to share his experience from his humble beginnings in Oaxaca, Mexico to obtaining his Ph. D. It is stories like his that can remind others that success is possible if we support each other as a community. Erick contributed to the book "THE JOURNEY OF DACA STUDENTS LIVING IN THE UNITED STATES TODAY: A COLLECTION OF PERSONAL STORIES" and is availa...

Chisme is Life: From College to Career 24.10.2025

Therapist Bianca Aviña visited today to speak with us about her experience transitioning from high school to college and then the new experience of becoming a professional. This conversation will allow many to understand the importance of having a good support system around us. #CollegeToCareer #CareerReady #FirstGenSuccess #LatinxLeaders #InternshipToJob #WorkforceDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth...

Chisme is Life: From Huaraches to Jordans... 16.10.2025

Erandi Hernandez Aguilar joins us for a conversation about the challenges Latinx individuals face with finding a balance from maintaining our ancestral cultures to wanting to be accepted in this culture. The conversation is important for youth and those that have consciously denied their ancestry in hopes of acceptance. #sonomacounty #podcast #familia #migrantes #ancestral #family #culture #cultur...

Chisme is Life: Goal Setting for a Future Without Fear 04.10.2025

In this episode we speak with Social Worker Juan Gonzalez who will educate us about his years of work with youth. His work with teen parents is important as he shares some of their concerns and Juan's own experiences. Building a personal and collective vision. Short- and long-term goal setting; overcoming fear-based decision making; aligning goals with cultural and personal values. #chismeisli...

Chisme is Life: Mentorship and Role Models 26.09.2025

In this episode we spoke with attorney Ashley Byers who came by to talk with us about her educational and life experiences growing up and the mentors she has been guided by. She now works to be a mentor for others. Share widely and let's work together to support the next generation. #sonomacounty #podcast #chismeislife #familia #family #latinxcreated #latinxnow #latino #latina #latoxica #mento...

Chisme is Life: Vicarious Trauma in the Next Generation 17.09.2025

In this episode we speak with Brijida Aleman who is a psychotherapist. She and I discuss how children absorb the struggles of immigrant parents. Fear of deportation or family separation; academic pressure and emotional load; tools for emotional resilience. Healing is possible. #sonomacounty #podcast #family #immigrants #vicarioustrauma #vicarious #daca #dacamented #dacadreamers #undocuprofessional...

Chisme is Life: The “No-Sabo” Generation 11.09.2025

Adrian Avalos joins us to have a positive discussion for those who have lost their ancestral language and how blaming solves nothing. #latinx #latinxtherapy #latinxheritagemonth #latina #chicano #chicana #chicanx #nosabo #nosabokid #nosabokids #familiafeliz #familia #família

Chisme is Life - Episode 3. Guilt and Sacrifice 04.09.2025

In this episode, we speak with associate therapists, Claudia Cendejas. She is also the Executive Director of Humanidad Therapy and Education Services. This episode deals with exploring 'survivor’s guilt' and cultural responsibility. Guilt about leaving family behind; pressure to succeed for the family; healthy vs. harmful responsibility. #sonomacounty #podcast #familia #family #mentalhealt...

Chisme is Life - Episode 2 — Invisible Wounds: Trauma 01.09.2025

Recognizing and naming trauma. Defining trauma and complex trauma; common signs and symptoms in adults and youth; intergenerational trauma patterns. #sonomacounty #podcast #migrantes #inmigrantes #immigrants #latinxcreated #latinxcreatives #familia #family #migration #education #meditation #fyp #latinx #daca #dacamented

Chisme Is Life - 1. Crossing Borders, Carrying Stories 01.09.2025

Understanding the emotional baggage of migration. Emotional experiences during migration and settlement; loss, adaptation, and hope; how cultural identity impacts healing. #sonomacounty #podcast #migrantes #inmigrantes #immigrants #latinxcreated #latinxcreatives #familia #family #migration #education #meditation #fyp

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