The Level Up Latina Podcast

Today we bring you another random show covering all things self-care! While the term feels overused it's also needed more than ever before! Are you experiencing the COVID-blues, as one of our clients puts it? Are you unsure about the value of therapy as self-care? Is self-care a part of a healthy marriage? The women of Level Up Latina chime in. Join the conversation and share your take on taking c...

Today we have Ana Martinez, a longtime educator, and friend, on the show. She was the first in her family to attend college and as a proud Latinx professional she pours so much of her heart into improving the lives of so many through equitable education.  Ana has a long history as an educator in Los Angeles in both public schools and charter schools. We invited Ana to the podcast because we want o...

The women of LUL break down what it means to leverage personal strengths for professional gain in this heartfelt and vulnerable episode. As an LUL partner ventures back into a multi-career journey, as both a lawyer and entrepreneur, we look into what's in store and how to make it all work in a world that sometimes divides personal and professional strides. Can women really have it all? Does life g...

Join us as we chat All Thing Sex from sexual encounters to misconceptions, miscommunication, and growing up Latinas where the discussion of sex is often avoided. Ana Lopez of Sex In Spanglish breaks down what it takes to become a certified sex coach, gives us her best advice for couples who want to spice things up, and so much more. Make sure to listen to this one with discretion since we clearly...

It's that time of the month where we get so random. This is relatable AF. Tune in to culminate women's history month as we sound off on everything from losing our *ish as mommas, heading back into the workforce, COVID changes, and more. Don't miss this one full of realness and laughs. And for one final time this month... happy women's history month!!!   We hope you've spent the month surrounded by...

Today we have another dynamic professional on the podcast as we continue to highlight thriving business owners as part of Women's History Month. Paulette Piñero is our special guest covering countless topics from nonprofit career tips to life advice as a first-generation Latina. Paulette is a proud Puertorriqueña - a trailblazer who has dedicated her career to run and develop programs and business...

Today we have Alicia Menendez as our guest. Alicia is a successful television commentator, host, and writer. She is an anchor for MSNBC and the author of The Likeability Trap: How to Break Free and Succeed as You Are. She is also the creator and host of the Latina to Latina podcast. Alicia was an absolute superstar guest, so much so, we want to fly to Jersey just to hang with her. We laughed to th...

Be warned... this episode will make you feel like you're sitting with old friends and keeping it 100% real all along the way! Today we have Miguelina and Griselda Rodriguez with us, they are the Brujas of Brooklyn. Miguelina and Griselda are Afro-Dominicanas, identical twin sisters, both hold a Ph. D., and together they're gifting women and students with beautiful lessons of healing and support. S...

As we kick off national women's history month.... we are thrilled to highlight Leyna Topete and her incredible success as a multifaceted entrepreneur. Her story is sure to inspire you during every second of this important podcast!  Leyna is the founder of Impromptu, a beauty and lifestyle brand that is ALL about living life “unscripted.” As a business-savvy Latina, Leyna has an eye for elegance an...

The last week of the month brings the usual chitter-chatter about nothing and everything under the sun. We love our monthly random episode where we get to take the conversation anywhere we want... even if that means singing together. In this episode, we discuss our 21-day fitness goals, motherhood burnout, and what it's like navigating life after almost an entire year of quarantine. Don't miss thi...

You know it's a great episode if it ends up longer than an hour. Truth be told when girlfriends get to talking about the importance of mental health and therapy we just can't stop! Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Evelin Lemus, of Honor All Women Counseling shares her whole heart discussing her extensive expertise across many scopes of mental health support including women and children, famil...

If you haven't heard about the Guilt-Free Squad this episode is for you!   If you're looking for community, consistency, and coaching this one is for you, too!   The founders of LUL share their vision of the future as they launch the Guilt-Free Squad community. There's something for every woman looking for growth, accountability, and friendship. We delve into the impact of this community, the need...

Today we get to switch gears to be real, shed tears, and hold space for an amiga in mourning. Grief is such a tidal wave of emotions especially as a nation enthralled by COVID-19. Whether dealing with a tragic loss of life or grieving the parts of life that have suddenly come to a close, we all mourn at some point or another. Endings can be heavy and sad, but instead of shying away from these very...

This random episode is dedicated to one of our founders on her milestone 40th bday. If you're looking for a feel-good episode take a listen. There will be tears, laughter, and a whole lot of advice on turning 40, turning back the hands of time, and turning the faucet off on B.S. We spent this show walking through memory lane and then some. Don't miss this one if you want to get motivated, inspired...

As we continue to embrace a new year, we remember that not all feel motivated and inspired by goals and resolutions. For some, a new year brings anxiety, lack of motivation, and stress. If this is you or someone you know, you can't miss this episode. This show is also full of exciting announcements of what's to come in 2021 for LUL as a company. So much of what we have in store is dedicated to a k...

Want to know how to build a career while being constantly underestimated? Need encouragement to succeed as the first and only one that looks like you in the boardroom? Unsure of how to ask for what you want? Well, we have the show for you... Today's special guest is author, trailblazer, speaker, and leader, Charlene Wheeless. Her incredible journey is filled with growth, reinvention, perseverance,...

Goal-setting can be exciting and scary all at once. In this first of our two-part series, Setting and Accomplishing Goals, we jump into what goal-setting means to us and why. In a couple of weeks you'll listen to our take on anxiety around goal-setting, but for now, let's start with what fires us up strategically and emotionally to meet our 2021 goals. For some, this time of year we are not settin...

We share some 2020 fails in this month's random episode, and as always, talk about nothing and everything under the sun to make us laugh, think, and in this month's case, humble us as we continue to master pronunciations as children of immigrants (Madam Vice President-Elect this one's dedicated to you)! In this show, we also share our standard funny stories, Happy New Year vibes, and 2021 wishes....

Joining us today is Public Relations professional, Danielle Bayard Jackson of Tell Public Relations. Her energy engaged us from the start, but it was her very complete and tangible advice that kept us hooked until the end! This is quite possibly one of our best shows for career women hoping to not only succeed but stand out in countless endeavors! Every woman, especially women of color, should eff...

We've all seen it... poor professionalism and some downright excellent displays of it. In this episode, we share personal stories of our journey getting better professionally and some horror stories of what not to do. If you are struggling with poor professionals in your life, listen to this one to learn how to best deal with the deficiency. If you're a young professional just starting out, this i...

This is the show we've been waiting for! With holidays around the corner and life being what it is, we are covering smart money moves with a highly-skilled certified financial planner (CFP), but not just any CFP.... today's special guest, Anna N'Jie Konte, is a strong Afro-Latina thriving in a field often void of diversity and equity. Anna breaks the mold and shares her passion for financial plann...

Today's episode will surely bring you a newfound appreciation for breathwork, and ultimately, healing. We are honored to have a very special guest, Ana Lilia, on the show with us. She's renowned in her field and was recently featured on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt as well as the Los Angeles Times. No matter who we are and what we've lived through, there's always room for expanding ourselves...

In this month's random episode, we share what we are most thankful for, reveal how we've survived almost a year of sheltering-in-place, family dynamics, and so much more. We keep it honest, vulnerable, and as cooky as always. Tune in for tips to survive relationship challenges, virtual holidays, and a life full of surprises during a year unlike any we've ever known. As you gather with friends and...

What an election season we just experienced. The moment brought it all out of us... doubt, anxiety, sadness, and joy. In this show, we share our hopes for the future as a new President-Elect is voted into office, and more importantly, the first-ever woman of color, Vice President-Elect, Kamala Harris. While some might feel despair on the other side of the aisle, we invite you to keep an open mind...

In this episode, learn from an incredible business woman's journey into law school, her experience as a Latina in the legal profession, and now the head of her own incredible company. The @legalmiga is here to help all women and guide them as first-gen. women, lawyers, and/or small business owners. There's something for everyone in today's show. This journey will inspire you to stay the course in...