Gold Hoops and God Podcast

Season 3, Episode 5 –Your network is you net worth! In this week’s episode of “The Gold Hoops & God Podcast,” I have a fabulous conversation with Paulette Erato. She is the founder of the Latinas in Podcasting network and host of “La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas” podcast.  As an eldest daughter and self-proclaimed Valley girl, Paulette’s Mexican and Puerto Rican experience was a fusion. S...

S3, E4: It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! In this week’s episode of "The Gold Hoops and God Podcast," I interview the lovely Jessica Yañez. Jessica is the host of, “The Wine and Chisme Podcast.” Her show recently celebrated 5 years on the air. We love that! She has also created the first directory of Latine wineries as well. Jessica is a California girl just like me.  She is from San Diego and second-gene...

  Season 3, Episode 3 – “Embracing myself, Embracing my faith” In this week’s episode, I have a fantastic conversation with Dra. Judith Susan Rocha. She is a social worker and Associate professor in Chicago. Considering the complexity of political borders, she shares how she has been able to fully claim her Mexican identity through dual citizenship. She also shares about her journey of faith and h...

Season 3, Episode 2: Dr. Alicia Reyes-Barriéntez, “Children of the Borderlands” In this week’s episode, I interview professor and poet Dra. Alicia Reyes- Barriéntez. As an expert in political science, Dra. Alicia has incredible insight into Latinx identity and migration. She shares with us today a bit about her journey and her own experience of growing up in the Texas borderlands. Most importantly...

Season 3, Episode 1: Dr. Jacqueline Hidalgo, “Finding My Community” In this episode, I interview my friend and colleague Dr. Jacqueline Hidalgo. Our conversation covers how she has navigated her Costa Rican identity in cities and spaces with little Central American representation. She also shares her commitment to the broader significance and empowerment of identifying as “Culturally Catholic.” As...

Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" In today’s episode, I interview the lovely Dr. Claudia Serrato. Dr. Serrato is an amazing indigenous cultural and culinary anthropologist. She serves her community as both an educator and chef. She helps to make cultural knowledge and indigenous foodways accessible.  Growing up in East Los Angeles and spending time with family in Mexicali...

Thanks for listening to the Gold Hoops and God podcast!  In this episode, I interview my good friend Nisi Baier, LMFT. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, Nisi specializes in helping people navigate their relationships and manage their stress. Originally from Oak Park, Illinois…she currently lives in western Maryland. We chat about how she has a very diverse family and was first exposed to Chicano...

Welcome to the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast!!" In this episode, I interview the fabulous Steffany Farros. Originally from Livermore, California…she has lived in Berlin, Germany for over a decade. Steff shares incredible insights on navigating her Argentinian Greek identity and the value of education. This is a fun conversation as we dive into our love for travel, learning languages, and why TV show...

Welcome to the Gold Hoops and God podcast! In today’s episode, I interview Dr. María Del Socorro Castañeda. She shares her incredible story of coming to the United States as a young girl from Juárez, Mexico to growing up and becoming a professor. Dr. Castañeda has used her own resilience and deep faith to build an amazing organization. With her daughter Lupita, they focus on the mental health and...

Welcome to the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast!!" In this episode, I am interviewing the amazing Belén Morales (she/they). They are a nonprofit strategist and founder of Root and Bloom consulting. Belén shares some incredible insights on navigating identity, her journey of faith, and representing Oakland with deep pride. Check out Belén's consulting company here: https://www.rootbloomoak.com/ The "Gol...

Welcome to the Gold Hoops & God podcast!! In this episode, I interview professor and brujita Dra. Arfuso. She shares her connections to ancestral traditions including Palo. Her experience of growing up Cuban American in California is a unique one. Her advocacy for disability justice and care for the earth are amazing. Our conversation also touches upon tribal psychic consciousness, resisting colon...

Welcome to the Gold Hoops & God podcast!  In this episode, I interview my good friend and photographer Drea Hightower. She deep dives in the complexity of identity by sharing how she learned of her Mexican heritage. A world traveler, Drea also shares with us how she has embraced Persian culture and religion in her marriage. Her husband is originally from Iran. This is a fantastic episode because i...

In this episode, I interview my friend and colleague Dr. Grace Vargas. Dr. Vargas shares her experience navigating academia as a first-generation professor. She sheds light on the unique experience growing up Cuban American in the Baptist tradition. Be sure to follow Dr. Vargas on Instagram @latinagv Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designe...

Welcome to the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast!!" In this episode, I am interviewing the lovely Brenda Vaca, poet and owner of Riot of Roses Publishing House. Brenda shares with us how formative her identity as a Xicana has been, what it means to be truly prophetic, and the importance of storytelling as a liberative practice. Be sure to check out Riot of Roses Publishing House and Brenda’s poetry book...

Welcome to the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast!!" In this episode, I am interviewing the fabulous Alex Drake. Our conversation touches upon the complexities of feeling “Latina enough,” finding your passion, and the importance of understanding that energy is everything! Alex is also a wonderful tarot reader. Be sure to follow Alex on Instagram @grateful_drake222   Support the show Thanks for checking o...

In this final episode of season 1, Dr. Guerra offers a list of her top 10 books. Cheers to summer reading...Enjoy!  Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow @goldhoops_god https://www.instagram.c...

In this episode, I dive into 90s pop culture with the TV show “Sister, Sister” staring twin sisters Tia and Tamara Mowry. I’m also spending part of this episode discussing important sisters in the Catholic Church. Amazing women such as Teresa of Avila, Sor Juana, and Corita Kent. Enjoy! Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millenni...

In this episode, I talk about understanding when a relationship has run its course and when its time to let go of the toxic people in our lives. Enjoy!  Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow @...

In this episode, I talk about dream interpretation, astral travel, and the living legacy of singer Selena Quintanilla. Enjoy!  Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow @goldhoops_god https://www....

In this episode, Dr. Guerra discusses the beautiful imagery of the Trinity as a divine dance and the importance of marching to the beat of your own drum! Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow...

In this episode, Dr. Guerra talks about setting and reaching personal goals. Enjoy! Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow @goldhoops_god https://www.instagram.com/goldhoops_god Facebook Page h...

In this episode, Dr. G explores aspects of Latina spiritual practices and rituals associated with Curanderismo. Enjoy! Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow @goldhoops_god https://www.instagra...

In this episode, Dr. Guerra takes a deep dive into living out one’s faith and the various temptations along the way. Enjoy! Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow @goldhoops_god https://www.ins...

In this episode, Dr. Guerra encourages you to say it with your chest! How to stay true to yourself by implementing healthy boundaries, even in difficult situations. Enjoy!   Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook,...

In this episode, Dr. Guerra dives into the importance of developing one's intuition, navigating life's tower moments, and the myth of late bloomer. Enjoy! Support the show Thanks for checking out my podcast, "Gold Hoops and God". This podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within! Join our community on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Follow...