Peruvians of USA

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we sit down with Daniel Flores—also known as Trumpet Papi —a Peruvian trumpet player based in Chicago who has been capturing the city’s beauty through music on TikTok. Daniel shares his journey of immigrating from Peru to the U.S. at a young age, growing up in San Antonio, and eventually finding his home in Chicago. We talk about how music became a lifeline fo...

En este episodio de Peruvians of USA, Nathalie entrevista a Américo Mendoza-Mori, docente e investigador peruano. Américo comparte la importancia del idioma quechua y cómo conectar con nuestras raíces ancestrales puede ayudar a sanar heridas colectivas. Además, relata su experiencia como peruano inmigrante, la importancia de la educación pública y las oportunidades de estudios en el extranjero. Ta...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA, host Nathalie welcomes Cindy Rodriguez, a seasoned journalist and content creator, to discuss the complexities and richness of the Peruvian immigrant experience. Cindy shares her journey of balancing life between the US and Peru, growing up with mixed cultural influences, and how this shaped her identity. The conversation also dives into Cindy's 10+ years of ex...

Peruvians of USA turns 5! In this special anniversary episode, host Nathalie is joined by fellow Peruvian-American creators — Whitney and Sam from Peruvian Sisters and guest host Sissy Paulino from We Are Kuska — to reflect on what it’s taken to build platforms for the Peruvian diaspora. Together, they discuss how their projects started, how they’ve evolved, and how what began as online storytelli...

In this powerful episode, Juan Rodas—CEO and co-founder of News Story Lending—shares his extraordinary journey from growing up with a physical difference and facing personal and financial adversity, to building a successful career in the mortgage industry. Juan opens up about his childhood, brushes with the law, becoming a father at a young age, and how second chances and hard work led him to co-f...

En este episodio, la anfitriona Nathalie conversa con William Vivar sobre su participación en la reciente conferencia sobre el Perú realizada en la Universidad de Harvard. La charla abarca temas clave como la corrupción, la desigualdad regional, la salud, la educación y el papel de la diáspora peruana en el desarrollo del país. La conferencia contó con la participación de destacados ponentes, incl...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , host Nathalie speaks with Amber Delgado, a cultural preservationist based in Chicago with Afro-Peruvian and African American roots. Born and raised in North Carolina, Amber shares how her upbringing shaped her passion for preserving cultural resources and amplifying the stories of historically underrepresented communities. They dive into what it means to navig...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , host Nathalie sits down with Kat Carbajal, an expert in international relations and a passionate advocate for gender equality, social justice, and immigrant rights. Kat shares her personal journey of moving back to Peru from the U.S. at the age of 12, navigating cultural identity, and finding her voice in activism. Together, they discuss the emotional impact o...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA, host Nathalie sits down with Lidia, founder of Poderosa Coding, to discuss her inspiring transition from education to tech. While Lidia is not Peruvian, her journey is one that our community can learn from—especially when it comes to career pivots, job searching, and overcoming challenges like layoffs.   Lidia shares how she discovered coding, enrolled in a boo...

Love knows no borders, but it definitely comes with surprises! In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Peruvians of USA , host Nathalie sits down with her husband, Marcus, for a heartfelt conversation about their journey—from dating to marriage and everything in between. Together, they reflect on: 🌎 Navigating cultural differences in their relationship 🛫 Traveling to Peru and embracing Peruvi...

In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, Nathalie shares her raw and honest birth story, from the first signs of labor to the miraculous moment she welcomed her daughter into the world. Join Nathalie as she opens up about the fears, challenges, and triumphs she faced during her journey through childbirth. From navigating hospital interventions to leaning on the unwavering support of her husb...

En este episodio de Peruvians of USA , Nathalie conversa con Carlos Rua, un profesional peruano que trabaja en Amazon. Carlos comparte su inspiradora historia de cómo se mudó de Perú a los Estados Unidos para seguir una educación superior y una carrera en tecnología. Después de enfrentar un estancamiento profesional en Perú, Carlos decidió dar un paso audaz al prepararse para el GMAT y obtener un...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we sit down with Yajaira Morales , founder of Pura Tierra Inka Blends , to uncover her inspiring journey from veterinary technician to entrepreneur. 🌟 Yajaira shares how her Peruvian heritage and a dream during the pandemic guided her to create a line of natural self-care products rooted in tradition and innovation. 🇵🇪✨ 🎧 What to expect in this episode: 🌿...

What if embracing your cultural roots could lead to deeper healing and personal growth? In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we dive into the transformative story of Joanna Minero—Jojo—a licensed clinical social worker and proud Peruvian from Chiclayo. Jojo’s journey from navigating two worlds to founding Condor Center is a testament to the power of resilience, cultural pride, and innovation in m...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , Nathalie sits down with Nico Vera, a Peruvian journalist and chef based in Portland, Oregon. 🇵🇪 Nico takes us through his inspiring journey from growing up in La Oroya, Peru, to becoming a celebrated food writer and vegan chef in the U.S. 🌟 What You'll Hear: Nico’s childhood immersed in Peruvian culture and his accidental first taste of Pisco Sour. 🍹 How an...

In this episode of the Peruvians of USA podcast, host Nathalie sits down with Daniel Flores, also known as "Trumpet Papi," to explore his incredible journey as a Peruvian immigrant, talented musician, and rising social media star. Daniel shares how music became his lifeline after immigrating to the U.S. at age five, helping him navigate cultural challenges and connect with his Peruvian heritage. F...

In this episode of Peruvians of the USA, we sit down with Sandro Estefano Navarro, a New York-based Peruvian community leader. Sandro shares his journey from Piura, Peru, to the United States at the age of 15, navigating the challenges of adapting to a new culture, language, and environment. He reflects on his experiences in high school, joining the U.S. Army, and his military training and deploym...

Únete a nosotros en este episodio completo mientras Nicolás García, de Health Insurance Couple, comparte su viaje desde Perú a los Estados Unidos y su transición de carrera hacia la industria del seguro de salud. Profundizamos en las complejidades del seguro de salud en los EE. UU., desde entender términos clave como copagos, coseguro y deducibles, hasta elegir el plan de salud adecuado para traba...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , Chef Carmen shares her inspiring journey from Peru to the United States. Now a nutrition educator and founder of Healthy con Gusto , Carmen discusses how she blends her culinary heritage with modern health needs. From raising bilingual children to adapting Peruvian cuisine for dietary restrictions, Carmen offers valuable insights into maintaining cultural prid...

En este episodio de Peruvians of USA , la anfitriona Nathalie conversa con Américo Mendoza Mori , un distinguido investigador y profesor peruano en la Universidad de Harvard . Juntos exploran el camino de Américo como inmigrante peruano en EE.UU. y su misión de revitalizar el idioma quechua y reconectar con las raíces indígenas de Perú. Américo comparte sus reflexiones sobre las complejidades de l...

En este episodio de Peruvians of USA , Giuseppe Lanzone, cofundador del negocio de comida Peruvian Brothers , comparte su viaje desde Perú a Estados Unidos, sus logros deportivos en remo y la creación y crecimiento de su negocio de food trucks y restaurantes peruanos en Washington, D.C. Giuseppe habla sobre los desafíos enfrentados durante la pandemia, sus esfuerzos para apoyar a la comunidad loca...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we sit down with Chris Corinthian, also known as “TheFinLitGuy,” to explore his inspiring journey from Georgia to becoming a leading advocate for financial literacy. Chris shares valuable insights into navigating the college financial landscape, including how to secure scholarships, tips for new graduates to achieve financial independence, and essential person...

In this episode, Cynthia Paniagua, a renowned dancer and choreographer, shares her journey of representing her Peruvian and Puerto Rican heritage through dance. She discusses her involvement in the documentary Soy Andina , her motivations behind applying for the Fulbright grant, and the creation of her Dance Your Ancestors program, which reconnects Peruvians in the diaspora with their roots throug...

In this episode of Peruvians of USA, host Nathalie interviews Elias Burrell, the founder of Allpa Foods, a Peruvian-inspired food brand featuring products like coffee, quinoa, and maca powder. Elias shares his story of blending his Peruvian and Paraguayan heritage, his entrepreneurial journey, and the importance of self-care while balancing a full-time career in supply chain. The episode also high...

Diego Corzo is a Forbes-featured millennial real estate entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and ⁠TEDx speaker⁠ . Diego was born in Lima, Peru and moved to the United States with his family when he was 9 years old, undocumented. Diego embraced adversity and overcame many obstacles as an undocumented immigrant in the U.S. Diego graduated top 1% from Florida State University with two bachelor's degre...