Tamarindo

A brief hello and welcome to our new listeners following the shout out we got from #NPR #LatinoUSA! Luis and Brenda are working hard to bring you fresh new episodes , which we release twice a month. This weekend we are visiting #LatinosWhoLunch in LAS VEGAS to record. Subscribe to them and to us! Thank you for your support and stay tuned for more! Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that...

This is a quick check-in with our friend #GardenGrove Mayor Bao Nguyen and candidate for #USCongress . If elected, #MayorBao will be the first openly #Gay #Immigrant elected to #Congress. #Progressive #Historic #Vote #Election Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval who are bot...

We talk to AB Soto, the creator of the colorful tune "Cha Cha Bitch" and how he is channeling his Mexican roots in his music, performances, and fashion. Catch him on October 29th at Precinct in downtown LA! We dare you not to Cha Cha Bitch all the way there! Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gonzale...

Bad ass journalist, Sharis Delgadillo of the Latino Rebels podcast joins us as we discuss the perils of being a Chingona and dating in today's digital age. Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval who are both based in Los Angeles. At the intersection of advocacy and self-care,...

Luis & Brenda welcome comedian Erik Rivera and discuss #tacotrucksoneverycorner, how comedy heals, and the joys of fatherhood. We also tell you hilarious invention ideas on our Tiburon Tank segment and Brenda tries to keep it together after many #ilovemicheladas Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gon...

Luis and Brenda pay tribute to the iconic Mexican composer and pop star Juan Gabriel, who died on August 28th, hours before recording this episode. Listeners share what #JuanGa meant to them, their favorite songs, and there is even a little singing! We hear from our friends at Latinos Who Lunch and tell you about some great podcasts including: Latino USA, In the Thick, Ray's Latino Podcast, and Ca...

We invite Jamie Prado, the talented LA-based house music producer down for a chat about his fantastic music, and his recent re-connection with his Colombian roots, including the philanthropy work he is doing there. He even blessed us with a live dj set of latin flavored house music! Put your cha-chas on for this one! https://soundcloud.com/jamieprado https://twitter.com/jamiepradomusic https://www...

Luis and Brenda have a fascinating conversation with Armando Gudino of the Drug Policy Alliance--the nation's leading organization championing drug policy grounded on science, compassion, health and human life. He takes us on a journey discussing Latino taboos, our obsession with gangsters in media and movies, the war on drugs, and the impact of drug policies on Latinos. This is a wild ride! Check...

Luis and Brenda welcome friends behind a documentary that shares the story of Los Angeles' place in LGBTQ history, LA: A Queer History. Find out all about this project here: http://laaqueerhistory.com/. Richard Corral, executive producer, and Gregorio Davila, the film's director, drop in to tell us details about the project. We also welcome Ryan Mendoza to dish politics and tell us about the upcom...

To open this very powerful episode that shares Luis' coming out journey, we take a moment and discuss the tragic mass shooting that occurred in Orlando where 49 people had their lives cut short through a senseless hate crime. While we reflect on this tragedy, we also admire the strength, resilience, and solidarity of the beautiful LGBTQ community. Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that...

Denise Soler Cox is our guest as we discover what it means to be (ñ)! This documentary film maker is passionate about sharing (ñ) stories and bringing the concept of (ñ) into the mainstream American consciousness. Learn all about this project at projectenye.com Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gonz...

Get inspired with the fabulous mujeres on this episode! We start with life coach and leadership trainer, Liz Garcia of The Life in Brilliance Podcast, giving great life and management tips. Then we hear the struggles of pursuing a Ph. D. while undocumented with Gloria Montiel and Jessica Valenzuela, two out of three of “Las Reinas del Norte.” Check out Gloria’s story featured in Almost American. I...

Recorded on Mothers Day, we dedicate this episode to our moms and share listener stories. We also discuss Beyoncé's Lemonade, and invite you to our first event happening May 27 including Micheladas from ilovemicheladas.com! Visit our facebook for all the details and our tumblr for the show notes. Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-deve...

Mayor Bao Ngyuen, the first openly gay Mayor of an OC city, joins us to talk about making history and fellow political junkie Javiera Cartagena gives us her take on the Presidential election and tips for interns and staffers. Show notes: Check out Bao's website at bao2016.com, see Tamarindo producer Jeff Devoe spin some tunes on May 1 at Love LB at 144 Pine St. in Long Beach and on June 12 at Osso...

Released 4/5/16. We made it to Episode 2! This episode we celebrate the life and contributions of the late, great Cesar Chavez, gaze into the many facets of Selena, and introduce a tasty Colombian restaurant from the Pico Union district in Los Angeles. Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and...

Released 3/24/16 Tamarindo Podcast presents our very first episode! We are a socially conscious talk show with a Latino vibe. You'll hear a little Spanglish, but this show is for everyone! On this episode we get into Costo Runs, street harassment, micro aggression in the workplace, tequila and chanclas, We also get "cholafied" with our special guest Casualty from Chola Pinup, who you may know from...

A socially conscious podcast with a latino vibe. Episodes every two weeks! Hosts are Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio, amigos talking race, politics, food, music, and life! Contact us: tamarindopodcast@gmail.com Tamarindo podcast is a Latina-hosted podcast that discuses Latine culture, politics, and personal-development. It is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval who are both based in Los...