The Global Latin Factor Podcast

Send us Fan Mail 🌱 The Sacred Origins of Cacao – The Global Latin Factor Podcast 🍫 Journey with us into the ancient history of cacao, tracing its path from sacred Mesoamerican rituals to its modern role as a global superfood. On this episode of The Global Latin Factor, host Crispin Valentin uncovers how this “Food of the Gods” shaped Olmec, Mayan, and Aztec cultures—used in ceremonies, valued as...

Send us Fan Mail Marvin The Tank Ferman, Latino boxer, Salvadoran-American fighter, mental health, weight cuts, faith, grit, Border Wars, DFW boxing stories — this is the comeback of a real warrior. 🥊🇸🇻 In this powerful episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we sit down with Marvin “The Tank” Ferman, a Salvadoran-American fighter who turned pain into power. From nearly losing his leg as a ch...

Send us Fan Mail 🏡 From Monterrey to DFW: Real Estate, Integrity & Plant-Based Living | Daniel Cortez Interview In this inspiring episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we sit down with Daniel Cortez, a passionate vegan Latino realtor from Monterrey, Mexico, now based in the DFW area. We talk about: 🌱 His plant-based lifestyle and how it transformed his health 🏘️ Tips for first-time hom...

Send us Fan Mail Latino sports journalist 🇻🇪 Edwin Prieto Linares shares his inspiring immigration story, journey to Copa América 2024, and rise in bilingual sports journalism from Venezuela to Dallas, TX. In this exclusive interview! #Latino #Latinos #Hispanic #Latinoamérica #ImmigrationStory #BilingualJournalism #copaamerica2024  Edwin shares his powerful journey from Venezuela to becoming a lea...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ The Global Latin Factor Podcast presents: “Real Reviews, Real Impact—How Julio The Foodio’s Feeding the Community” Get ready for an intimate conversation with Julio Garcia — aka Julio The Foodio, the inspiring force behind the Foodies Forward network and one of DFW’s most passionate food advocates.  Born in Mexico, Julio's early journey helping his parents grow a family sn...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ EPISODE TITLE: Latino Superstitions We Still Believe—From Hiccups to Roosters at Night 👋 Welcome to The Global Latin Factor Podcast—the show where we explore Latino culture, history, and identity like never before. In this episode, we uncover the origins and meanings behind the most iconic and mysterious Latino superstitions and cultural beliefs still practiced today. 🌎 From...

Send us Fan Mail 🎬 Not Just a Director – Julian Vilches Is a Movement Behind the Camera  A powerful conversation with Mexican-American filmmaker Julian Vilches , whose work is redefining storytelling, identity, and Latino representation in modern media.  🎥 From his early days navigating two cultures to becoming a respected Latino director and visual storyteller, Julian opens up about:  ✔️ The mi...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ De Guatemala a EE.UU.: La historia de Hamilton | The Global Latin Factor Podcast Conoce a Hamilton, un guatemalteco que vino a Estados Unidos con un sueño claro: crear un mejor futuro para su familia. 🇬🇹🇺🇸 En este episodio, Hamilton comparte su historia como inmigrante y trabajador incansable. No se considera famoso ni influencer, — solo un hombre con metas grandes y el corazón...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Session 2: La Neta Que Conecta – SEO, Funnels & Real Talk for Latinos A creation of The Global Latin Factor Podcast In this special episode of La Neta Que Conecta, we bring back two powerful voices from their previous appearance on The Global Latin Factor Podcast — Stephanie Joanette and Christian Rocha (owner of Hispanos Marketing) — for a next-level conversation on market...

Send us Fan Mail Vanilla history, Latino origins, and indigenous contributions! 🌱  Discover how Latinos changed the world with vanilla — from Mesoamerica to global desserts. 🇲🇽✨ 🌍 From Indigenous Roots to Global Flavor – The True Story of Vanilla 🇲🇽✨ Did you know that vanilla, one of the world’s most loved flavors, originated in Latin America?  Long before it became a global dessert staple, va...

Send us Fan Mail 🔑 ¿Estás buscando casa en Dallas o Fort Worth? En este episodio, conoce a María Rodríguez, una agente de bienes raíces latina en DFW comprometida con ayudar a la comunidad hispana a encontrar el hogar perfecto. 🏡 Conoce su historia, experiencia y pasión por el real estate en el área metropolitana de Dallas-Fort Worth. María comparte tips sobre: Cómo comprar tu primera casa 🏠 Qu...

Send us Fan Mail 🌮 Descubre la historia de El Tejano Tacos en Fort Worth, Texas 🇲🇽🇺🇸 Desde raíces familiares hasta el emprendimiento moderno, este episodio revela cómo El Tejano Tacos ha llevado sabores auténticos mexicanos y tradiciones culinarias al corazón de Texas. Conoce al dueño visionario detrás del éxito, su inspiración familiar en la barbacoa, y cómo ha transformado su herencia en un neg...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Nuevo episodio de The Global Latin Factor Podcast con Edwin Prieto Linarez 🇻🇪🇺🇸 En esta entrevista exclusiva, Edwin comparte su inspiradora trayectoria desde Venezuela hasta convertirse en una figura destacada del periodismo deportivo en Dallas, Texas.  Descubre cómo ha utilizado su pasión por el deporte para conectar con la comunidad latina y promover el talento hispano en los...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we sit down with Accomplice – a popular Dallas radio personality from K104 (Dallas’s hip-hop and R&B station ).  Accomplice shares captivating stories from his career on K104, including how he rose through the ranks of this major Dallas radio station and became a late-night mainstay.  We dive into his After Party Show (the m...

Send us Fan Mail Experience the Vibrant Energy of San Sebastián Festival | The Global Latin Factor Podcast In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we dive into the colorful world of the San Sebastián Festival—one of the most iconic and culturally rich celebrations in Puerto Rico and Latin America. Discover the history, traditions, and cultural significance behind this legendary event t...

Send us Fan Mail 🌟 Discover the vibrant world of Ballet Folklórico with Claudia Tiffany Rodriguez, also known as @tiffany_y_folklore! In this special episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, Claudia shares her journey as a dancer, cultural ambassador, and passionate advocate for preserving Mexican traditions through dance. 🇲🇽✨ 🎓 As the founder of Ballet Folklórico TCU, Claudia created the fi...

Send us Fan Mail La Neta Que Conecta: Breaking Mental Health Stigmas in the Latino Community | The Global Latin Factor Podcast Join us for a powerful episode of La Neta Que Conecta, presented by The Global Latin Factor Podcast, where Corazon and Lui dive deep into the most important issues affecting the Latino community today. This conversation focuses on mental health, breaking generational cycle...

Send us Fan Mail 🌎 Cultural Exchange: The Philippines & Mexico 🇲🇽🇵🇭 | Similarities & Differences Join Aga Marcos in an exciting cultural exchange between the Philippines and Mexico! 🌏✨ Discover the deep historical connections, shared traditions, and unique differences that make these two cultures so fascinating. 🔹 What you'll learn in this video: ✅ The Spanish influence on both M...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an exclusive interview with Dr. Mirna Martinez, a Latina powerhouse in business, security, and leadership.  As the CEO of a leading security company, she shares her journey from humble beginnings from her mother from El Salvador to becoming a renowned public speaker, entrepreneur, and business leader.  Discover how she overcame adversity, built multiple successful busi...

Send us Fan Mail Join Athena on The Global Latin Factor Podcast as she opens up about her powerful journey of falling in love with her Latina identity. In this inspiring episode, Athena shares her experiences of navigating identity struggles, overcoming cultural crises, and embracing her Latinidad with pride.  Discover how Athena found the courage to stay true to her roots while learning the impor...

Send us Fan Mail De Inmigrante Ilegal a Ciudadano Americano | Historia de Superación de Kilo Artefacto 🇺🇸🎤 En este episodio especial de The Global Latin Factor Podcast, conversamos con Kilo Artefacto, un rapero y empresario chileno que pasó de ser un inmigrante ilegal a convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense. Su historia es un verdadero testimonio de lucha, perseverancia y éxito. 📌 En esta entr...

Send us Fan Mail 💡 ¿Quieres hablar en público con confianza y autoridad? Descubre los secretos de la oratoria efectiva con Diego Molina, fundador de Molina Academy en el DFW.  🇦🇷🔥 En esta entrevista exclusiva, Diego comparte su experiencia de su vida y estrategias para mejorar tus habilidades de comunicación y expresión en cualquier escenario. 🔍 En este episodio aprenderás: ✅ Cómo superar el m...

Send us Fan Mail 💡 Can a Latina entrepreneur thrive in a male-dominated industry? Meet Deissy Palomo, a trailblazing Latina business owner making waves in the roofing and construction industry! 🚀 From immigrant entrepreneur to successful woman contractor, Deissy shares her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges, breaking stereotypes, and building a thriving business in a space traditionally...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Carlos Carrasco , the visionary behind CineCast AV ! 🚀 From humble beginnings to building a thriving business in the film and audiovisual industry , Carlos shares his challenges, lessons, and ultimate success. 💡 Learn how he turned his passion for film into a booming business, navigated obstacles, and established CineCast AV as a...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the rich culinary traditions of the Aztec and Mayan civilizations before European contact in this deep dive into pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican food history. Learn about the indigenous ingredients that shaped Latin American cuisine, including maize, beans, chili peppers, cacao, and more. Explore how the traditional diets of Mesoamerica influenced modern Latino food and global...