Tales of a Latina

After 12 incredible episodes featuring inspiring guests and powerful stories, we're switching things up this week on Tales of a Latina. Host Katherine Nunez is joined by Ali from Pink's for an unfiltered conversation about everything happening in the culture right now. From the New York Knicks' playoff run and the biggest headlines in sports to entertainment, pop culture, entrepreneurship, nightli...

Most people assume podcasting is just talking into a mic — but behind the scenes, it’s a full production. Tales of a Latina host Katherine Nunez pulls back the curtain on the gritty reality of building a successful show, revealing the unseen challenges—from managing last-minute guest delays to the costly details of video production, marketing, and branding that keep her up at night. In this honest...

In this episode of Tales of a Latina, Katherine K. Nunez sits down with Lo Luna for a conversation about spirituality, intuition, ancestral connection, and personal transformation. As a Dominican spiritual entrepreneur and owner of two botánicas serving New York and New Jersey, Lo Luna shares how spirituality evolved from something she sensed growing up into a central part of her purpose and work....

In this episode of Tales of a Latina, Katherine K. Nunez sits down with Looks By Lunden to discuss fashion, confidence, celebrity culture, and building a long-lasting brand in entertainment. A Brooklyn native who began his career during New York Fashion Week 2005, Lunden shares how styling evolved into creative direction, hosting, and broader visibility in media and entertainment spaces. He reflec...

In this episode of Tales of a Latina, Katherine K. Nunez sits down with Silva Reign to discuss identity, confidence, and building a career in music through honesty and perseverance. Raised in the Bronx and creatively rooted in Harlem, Silva Reign shares how music became both an outlet and a source of purpose. She reflects on the vocal legends who inspired her, the pressure artists face in today’s...

In this episode of Tales of a Latina, Katherine K. Nunez sits down with Mesa, also known as Mr. 100 Summers, to talk about discipline, identity, and building a lasting presence in music. A West New York native with experience working alongside respected names like Jadakiss and Benny the Butcher, Mesa shares how his journey in hip-hop has been shaped by consistency, focus, and personal growth. He d...

Sigdatrig joins Katherine K. Nunez on Tales of a Latina for a conversation about identity, confidence, and building a career in music on her own terms. A Harlem-born rapper and songwriter, Sigdatrig has built her name through bold lyricism, consistency, and a clear sense of self. From funding her own early shows to earning respect alongside artists like Fred the Godson, Jim Jones, and Onyx, she re...

Disco Dave, also known as David Mundo, joins Katherine K. Nunez on Tales of a Latina for a conversation about nightlife, culture, and building influence across generations. A New York nightlife pioneer, Disco Dave’s career spans from the dance floors of iconic clubs like Studio 54 and Exit to executive leadership behind some of the city’s most influential venues. His work has shaped the sound, ene...

In this episode of Tales of a Latina, Katherine K. Nunez sits down with Ramon Reyes, co-founder of Happy Munkey, to discuss culture, ownership, and building a brand rooted in community. Ramon shares how growing up in Uptown Manhattan shaped his mindset and how he turned lived experience into opportunity. From early community-driven events to building a recognized name in cannabis culture, he break...

Karol Zapata built Kakes NYC from the ground up — and in this episode of Tales of a Latina, she breaks down exactly how she did it. From working in some of New York’s top kitchens to competing on Food Network, Karol shares how her journey as a first-generation immigrant shaped her discipline, creativity, and approach to success. Known for her perfectionism and attention to detail, she opens up abo...

Chanel Live joins Katherine K. Nunez on Tales of a Latina for a raw conversation about identity, confidence, and building a voice in hip hop from the Bronx. Known for her viral personality and unfiltered delivery, Chanel opens up about growing up in the Bronx, being compared to Cardi B, and how her Spanish Bronx accent became part of her identity and brand. In this episode, Katherine and Chanel ta...

Scott Burnhard returns for Part 2 of his conversation with Katherine K. Nunez on Tales of a Latina, where they break down discipline, consistency, and what it really takes to build a strong mindset and body. In this episode, Scott shares how plant-based nutrition, calisthenics training, and daily habits helped him overcome physical limitations and redefine what strength means. The conversation exp...

In this episode of Tales of a Latina, Katherine K. Nunez sits down with fitness coach and content creator Scott Burnhard to talk about resilience, discipline, and building a new identity after adversity. Scott shares how childhood injuries, nerve damage, and being told he might never play sports again forced him to rethink his relationship with his body. What began as recovery turned into a deeper...

"In Part 2 of Season 2 Episode 2 of Tales of a Latina, Chris Garcés continues his conversation with Katherine K. Nunez about resilience, identity, and embracing authenticity. Chris shares how life experiences shaped his confidence, voice, and purpose while navigating family expectations, culture, and self-acceptance. Now streaming everywhere podcasts are available." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

"Chris Garcés joins Katherine K. Nunez for Season 2 Episode 2 of Tales of a Latina. In Part 1, they discuss growing up as a queer Latino, finding confidence in authenticity, and creating long before recognition arrives. This conversation explores identity, resilience, and the power of showing up as yourself. Part 2 drops next week. Follow Katherine K. Nunez: @katherineknunez Chris Garcés: @thechri...

"In Part 2 of the Season 2 premiere, TT Torrez continues the conversation with Katherine K. Nunez on power, purpose, leadership, and defining success on your own terms. They discuss evolving with intention and building something meaningful. Follow Katherine K. Nunez: @katherineknunez TT Torrez: @tttorrez | @tapinwithtt | @gogethernysummit Credits Executive Producers: Katherine K. Nunez, Rachel Gar...

TT Torrez joins Katherine K. Nunez for the Season 2 premiere of Tales of a Latina. In Part 1, they talk media, influence, and building community with intention. This episode explores leadership, voice, and creating impact through consistency. Part 2 drops next week. Follow Katherine K. Nunez: @katherineknunez TT Torrez: @tttorrez | @tapinwithtt | @gogethernysummit Credits Executive Producers: Kath...

Part 2 goes deeper. We get into what viewers did not see, what surprised us most, what we learned behind the scenes, and what is coming next. You’ll hear: • behind the scenes lessons and hardest moments • audience reactions and favorite comments • what is next for Season 2 • Quick Chisme in 60 Production Credits (Season 1 Recap Episodes) Co Executive Producers (this episode): Katherine K. Nunez an...

In Part 1, we are wrapping Season 1 with a real conversation about how the show started, why it exists, and the moments that defined this season so far. You’ll hear: • the origin story behind Tales of a Latina • why Season 1 mattered and what it taught us • a guest by guest recap of the standout moments Season 1 guests featured in the recap: Kim Osorio, Black Rose, Genny Genn, Honey German, Violet...

Guest: Adrian Alicea (@iamadrianalicea) Artist, fashion designer, and creative visionary shaping legacy through movement, design, and lived experience. In this continuation of our conversation with Adrian Alicea, we go deeper into the evolution of his artistry, identity, and purpose. Building on the foundation laid in Episode 6, Adrian reflects on what it means to carry legacy forward — not just t...

Guest: Adrian Alicea (@iamadrianalicea) Artist, fashion designer, and creative visionary whose work bridges movement, identity, and storytelling. In this episode of Tales of a Latina, we welcome the extraordinary Adrian Alicea for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation about art, resilience, and living authentically. From his early days in New York’s underground ballroom scene to being mento...

Guest: Violeta Galagarza (@kr3ts) Emmy-winning dancer, choreographer, and founder of KR3T’s. Community leader uplifting youth through dance, storytelling, and movement for over 35 years. In this episode of Tales of a Latina, we talk with Violeta Galagarza about her journey as a Latina choreographer and cultural force — from building KR3T’s to mentoring the next generation of performers. Violeta op...

Guest: Honey German (@iamhoneygerman) Media personality, host of the iHeartRadio-powered Gracias, Come Again podcast, Dominican-American voice for the culture. In this episode of Tales of a Latina, we talk with Honey German about growing up Dominican in NYC, building confidence and credibility in the media industry, and her journey from intern to on-air powerhouse. Honey opens up about mentorship,...

Guest: @itsgennygenn Indie Latina rapper, performer, Harlem native, creative force. In this episode of Tales of a Latina, we vibe with Genny Genn about growing up Dominican in Harlem, carving her own lane as an independent Latina rapper, and staying true to her voice in a male-dominated industry. Genny shares the stories behind tracks like “Caramela” and “No Rooftop,” her creative process, and how...

Guest: @IamBlackRoseNYC Stand-up comedian, actress, writer, producer, content creator, mother, grandmother, caregiver. In this episode of Tales of a Latina, we sit down with the hilarious and resilient Black Rose as she shares her journey from Harlem to the stage. Black Rose opens up about balancing comedy with motherhood, caregiving, and real life — using humor as both survival and storytelling....