LWC Studios
Latina to Latina
In this interview series, host Alicia Menendez talks to remarkable Latinas about making it, faking it, and everything in between. In often-hilarious and always-revealing episodes, Alicia and her guests take on the challenges of existing, and then thriving, as women of color.
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
How Emeraude Toubia Uses Love as a Life Force 20.12.2021 18:29
The star of Amazon's With Love, and Lifetime's Holiday in Santa Fe , opens up about how she sets a supportive tone on set, the experience of building her career alongside her equally talented husband (Prince Royce!) and what a loss taught her about the importance of cherishing life's smallest moments. Follow Emeraude @emeraude on Instagram. If you loved this episode, listen to America Ferrera K...
En La Sala Con Evaluna Montaner 14.12.2021 4:14
En este episodio, Evaluna invita a su querido esposo Camilo a su sala para conversar del amor, cómo piensan crear a “baby Indigo,” comparten anécdotas curiosas, se conocen un poco más, y hasta ofrecen sus 5 tips para una relación sana wondery.fm/ELS_Latina_To_Latina Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...
How Filmmaker Cristina Ibarra Cultivated a Junk Aesthetic 13.12.2021 19:00
Growing up near the U.S.-Mexico border, she became obsessed with questions of belonging. Now, the newly-minted MacArthur Genius is using film to explore those same themes and shine light on stories that too often go untold. Find Cristina on Instagram @unasmovidas . If you liked this episode, check out Why Loira Limbal Spotlights Invisible People in Her New Film and How Documentarian Cristina Cos...
Bonus Episode: An Inside Look at a New Report on Latinos from Nielsen 09.12.2021 17:59
Stacie de Armas, Nielsen's Senior VP of Diverse Intelligence and Initiatives shares fascinating insights from Nielsen's new report, "Inclusion, Information and Intersection: The Truth about Connecting with U.S. Latinos." Plus, her thoughts on how Latinas can use the data to help others understand the power of our communities. (Sponsored) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.co...
America Ferrera Knows What Real Power Looks Like 06.12.2021 21:28
The Hollywood A-lister reveals how she advocates for herself, maneuvers through complex power dynamics, and deflects the “Brown Discount.” She also shares all of the work that went into Season 2 of the smash hit, Gentefied, streaming on Netflix now! Follow America @americaferrera on Instagram. If you loved this episode, listen to Why TV Showrunner Ilana Peña Craves Complicated Girl Characters and...
How Queens' Star Nadine Velazquez is Making the Most of a Second Chance 29.11.2021 22:14
By 30, the actress had reached most of her goals but still felt like she was living a life someone else had chosen for her. Nadine reveals what it was like to hit rock bottom, and the conversation with a Hollywood A-Lister that changed everything. Follow Nadine @nadinevelazquez on Instagram. If you loved this episode, listen to Why Actress Lisa Vidal Believes "I'm here because this was supposed...
Why Beauty Entrepreneur Aisha Ceballos-Crump Stepped Out on Faith 22.11.2021 23:38
The Founder and CEO of Honey Baby Naturals and Botanika Beauty paired engineering and marketing to pave her own path into beauty. Aisha gets candid about the reality TV experience that clarified her vision, and the financial risks she took to realize her dreams. Follow Aisha on Instagram @aisharc . If you loved this episode, listen to How Fashion Entrepreneur Camila Coelho Went from Working Retai...
Vanessa Birnbaum Rosler’s Yoga Philosophy Ignited a Booming Business 15.11.2021 23:17
The founder of All You Can Yoga reveals how she harnessed her love of the practice, marketing, and entrepreneurship to simplify the business of yoga, and bring it within everyone's reach. Follow Vanessa on Instagram @allyoucanyoga . If you loved this episode, listen to Fitness Entrepreneur Melissa Alcantara is Always in Beast Mode and How Health Coach Massy Arias Found Her Real Strength . Show yo...
How Aida Rodriguez Wove Heartbreak Into Comedy Gold 08.11.2021 23:23
The comedian had her breakout moment on "Last Comic Standing,” and since, has used comedy to explore everything from politics to familial trauma. It’s all part of her new HBO Max special, Fighting Words. Follow Aida on Instagram @funnyaida . If you loved this episode, listen to How Gina Brillón Became a Comedy Junkie , and Trust Us, Cristela Alonzo Gets the Last Laugh . Show your love and become...
What Sonia Manzano Knows Kids Need 01.11.2021 22:46
As Sesame Street's iconic "Maria," the actress and Emmy-award winning writer harnessed the power of make-believe and imagination to connect with children. Sonia shares how creativity provided respite from her tumultuous childhood, and how problem-solving inspired her new PBS children's animated series, Alma's Way. Follow Sonia on Twitter @soniammanzano . If you loved this episode, listen to Why T...
Introducing: Smoke Screen: The Sellout 26.10.2021 8:37
From Neon Hum Media and LA Taco, this is Smoke Screen: The Sellout, a podcast about a politician dogged by allegations of corruption, harassment and pathological pettiness. It’s about the residents who fought gentrification even as their neighborhoods were auctioned off to the highest bidder. And it’s about a community that feels the pain of betrayal – from one of their own. Hosted by Simplecast...
How Mildred Otero Learned to Negotiate 25.10.2021 23:08
From Capitol Hill to the State Department to Leadership for Educational Equity, this education policy advocate offers wisdom on the art of compromise and the necessity of standing your ground. Follow Mildred on Twitter @millyoo3 . If you loved this episode, listen to How Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto Made Room for Herself in Politics and How Alexandra Rojas Wants to Rewrite Politics . Show your love...
How Grace Bastidas Built a Media Brand for Modern Families 18.10.2021 22:50
The founding editor-in-chief of Parents Latina and Ser Padres shares how she launched and built a media brand that infuses multicultural roots and inclusive parenting. Follow Grace on instagram @brooklynwriter . If you loved this episode, listen to How O Magazine’s Arianna Davis Made It, on Her Own Terms and How Aimee Garcia Took Charge of Her Hollywood Career . Show your love and become a Latina...
Why Dr. Mariel Buqué Believes Healing Leads to Liberation 11.10.2021 21:15
The Ivy League educated holistic psychologist is revolutionizing her field with Indigenous healing, curanderos, sound baths, and Reiki therapy. Dr. Buqué breaks down her work in mental wellness, and how we can use “micro moments” to connect with ourselves. Follow Dr. Buqué on instagram @dr.marielbuque and on twitter. If you loved this episode, listen to LEVEL UP: How to Approach Your Health Holist...
Why Kayla Rodriguez Graff is Bringing Honey to Wound Care 04.10.2021 23:03
As co-founder and CEO of SweetBio, she’s harnessing the power of Manuka honey to heal advanced wounds and reimagine health outcomes. But early on, the biotech company nearly crumbled. Kayla describes the pivot that put them back on track, and the unique challenges of bringing health care products directly to consumers. Follow Kayla @kaykayroro on Twitter and Instagram. If you loved this episode,...
Who Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez Is Writing For 27.09.2021 24:06
The Latina Rebels founder and author of For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts: A Love Letter to Women of Color, opens up about imposter syndrome, colorism, and why shaking off traditional roles was key to finding freedom. Follow Prisca and on instagram @ priscadorcas . If you loved this episode, listen to How Nelini Stamp Sets Injustice Aflame and How Writer Karla Cornejo Villavicenci...
Why Zaena Zamora is Fighting for Our Reproductive Freedom 20.09.2021 22:35
The executive director of pro-choice Frontera Fund discusses the ramifications of the loss of abortion rights in Texas, and the challenges that lay ahead for the state and the the country. Zaena also gives Alicia insight into what it takes to keep abortion care at the forefront of the national healthcare movement. Follow Zaena and Frontera Fund on instagram @ fronterafundrgv . If you loved this ep...
How Curator E. Carmen Ramos is Representing Us in the Art World 13.09.2021 19:59
As a teenager, she spent weekends in New York City museums. Today she’s big-time in her field. E. Carmen Ramos talks candidly about feeling unwelcome in her first museum job to challenging the art establishment to include more Latino artists in the country’s biggest art institutions. Follow E. Carmen on instagram @wheightsgirl . If you loved this episode, listen to How Artist Scherezade Garcia Cam...
Why Designer Jen Zeano Is Building a Queer Lifestyle Brand in South Texas 06.09.2021 19:12
Jen , who is behind empowering T-shirt collections like the pink and red “Latina Power” line, started out hand-drawing on coffee mugs while working at a Best Buy. She speaks with Alicia about what it was like launching a design company from her living room, and how being in the Rio Grande Valley fuels her sense of community and inspires JZD’s colorful, mantra-infused tees. Follow Jen on instagram...
UNSTUCK: Breathwork Coach Ana Lilia Teaches Us How to Center Ourselves 30.08.2021 20:57
Ana Lilia fell in love with breathing practices and affirmations as part of her own healing journey. Then she shared those gifts with others. Now she shares how to clear your mind, control your anxiety and rewrite your story—one breath at a time. Follow Ana on instagram @_ana_lilia . If you loved this episode, listen to LEVEL UP: How to Approach Your Health Holistically and How Health Coach Massy...
UNSTUCK: What Media Mogul Nely Galán Can Teach Us About the Art of Reinvention 23.08.2021 24:38
The television executive turned entrepreneur took a major detour—mid career—to go back to school. She shares how that decision changed her life, as well as her insights on how to find your true purpose. Follow Nely on instagram @nelygalan . If you loved this episode, listen to Fashion Entrepreneur Lilliana Vazquez: “Build Something for Yourself” and How Carolyn Rodz Is Connecting Entrepreneurs wit...
UNSTUCK: How PR Pro Lissette M. Rios Connects the Dots 16.08.2021 22:57
The founder of Chic Influence , a public relations firm, shares her tips for telling an individual or brand’s story so that others want to listen. Plus, the powerful exercise she relies on to gain clarity and make big moves. Follow Lissette on instagram @lissymarie . If you loved this episode, listen to Why Reina Rebelde's Founder, Regina Merson, Chose Herself Over Everything Else and LEVEL UP: Ho...
UNSTUCK: Why Irene Quevedo Wants You to Take a Chance on Yourself 09.08.2021 23:08
To kick off this four part series, this non-profit CEO and professional coach shares the biggest obstacle her clients face when it comes to asserting what they really want, as well as the radical decision that transformed her life. Follow Irene on Instagram @iquevedo . If you loved this episode, listen to LEVEL UP: Your Relationships Could Use a Refresh and LEVEL UP: How to Secure Your Financial F...
Why Radical Health CEO Ivelyse Andino Wants to Reimagine Health Care 02.08.2021 22:00
Ivelyse's personal experience of navigating the health care system inspired her to build a business that harnesses technology and intimate conversations to give individuals more control over their health. In this episode, she shares the power of taking up space and giving yourself permission to figure things out as you go. Follow Ivelyse on Instagram @ivelyse . If you loved this episode, listen to...
What Activist Tania Rosario Méndez is Doing to Combat Femicide in Puerto Rico 26.07.2021 22:10
The Executive Director of Taller Salud, a feminist organization in Puerto Rico, breaks down how the island's struggling economy and social systems fail survivors, what needs to change, and what we can each do to combat gender-based violence. Follow Tania on Instagram @taniarosariomendez . If you loved this episode, listen to this interview with Sociologist Nicole Gonzalez Van Cleve about Justice...
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