The Señora Pulse Podcast

The continuation of our conversation with three incredible women: Victoria Garcia, Geovanna Burgess-White, and Josalyn Cano—each with their own inspiring stories.   Here’s what we’re unpacking:   ✨ Our personal “Yums & Yucks” of the year   🎥 Pop culture & entertainment hits and misses   💼 Wins (and faceplants) in business & entrepreneurship   🔮 Bold predictions for 2025   Our heart...

Three Fabulous Friends Share the Yum and the Yuck of 2024 Get ready for a fun and fabulous episode as I bring on some amazing guests who share unforgettable moments and connections with me over the years! Together, we’re diving into the theme of sharing both the “Yum and the Yuck” of 2024 while celebrating the messy, magical journey of creating the life we want.   This episode takes you straight i...

Hotties in Business: Balancing Authenticity and Professional Growth: Part 2 In this episode, we go deep into the realities of balancing authenticity with brand representation, which is no small feat, particularly for women entrepreneurs managing multiple roles. During our conversation, we explore the nuances of maintaining a genuine connection with audiences while juggling the pressures of a polis...

Hotties with Purpose!  Building Community and Empowering Connections In this PART 1, I chat with a few fabulous women bosses about the art of networking with intention. I'm joined in this episode by Nicole Napper, the founder of The Houston Hotties Social Hour.  We share a few of our favorite strategies for creating meaningful connections and fostering collaboration, which Nicole knows how to do w...

Question: Are you busy planning your next trip whenever you're not traveling- and sometimes even while you are traveling?  Answer: You're a Travel Addict! My guest (hubby) Rusk and I are two self-confessed travel addicts! In this fun episode, we are answering 29 listener questions in RAPID FIRE format. We delve into the highs (and lows) of travel.  We are sharing crazy adventures, fun anecdotes, a...

Live from Latina Lifestyle Network! The Key to Anything is Execution. Dreams remain just that—dreams—unless you take action. You can attend countless classes, and workshops, and hire all the coaches in the world, but without execution, your goals will stay out of reach. Alicia Elatassi will show you how to bridge the gap between planning and doing. She will share the tools, strategies, and mindset...

Fall Fashion Trends & Ideas for Smart Thrifters! Unlock the secrets to thrifting like a pro and transform your wardrobe without breaking the bank. On this episode of the Senora Vibes podcast, I share insider tips on unearthing hidden gems in Houston’s vibrant fashion landscape. From the thrill of discovering designer deals at Designer Diva in Spring Branch to the budget-friendly treasures awai...

Building Dreams: Navigating the Residential Construction Landscape This episode gives you insight into our journey of building our first residential property.  Rusk and I are partners in real estate, we work the development and I execute as a realtor.  - We just finished a very cool house—our first build from the ground up We called it our Bayou Project because it's on Bayou Street, located in the...

From Hood Girls to Mentors  Reflecting on our lives, Martha and I delve into the role of mentorship and progression that shaped our perspectives. From balancing multiple jobs while pursuing education to understanding economic disparities through our contrasting school experiences, these challenges have fueled our dedication to the progressive agenda and the Democratic Party. We discuss the importa...

In the Season 13 premiere of the *The Senora Vibes* podcast, my sister Martha joins me for the first time (after years of trying to get her on!). We talk about finding the balance between keeping things private and being real. We also open up about our emotional journey after losing our mom and the unbreakable bond that keeps our family strong. A knee injury from a fun night of dancing "quebradita...

Season 13 Premiere- The Comeback Girl Five months ago, I found myself on the floor at a family gathering, my knee in excruciating pain, and my summer plans up in the air. It was at that moment, with my husband Rusk by my side, that our journey through ACL injury and recovery began. This episode of the Señora Vibes podcast marks our return after a six-month hiatus, and we’re pulling back the curtai...

Join me to celebrate by listening to this mid-year birthday check-in episode and sharing it!  I do a mini-episode every year called, "A Birthday Check-In".  It's a brief chat with myself and my listeners as I reflect on the last few months as a 48-year-old and what I'm manifesting for 49.  As many of you know my year started wonderfully and just a few weeks ago it went south. Hear as I reflect on...

Navigating the intricate dance of parenting without religious beliefs, we open up about our personal experiences and the heartfelt moments that have shaped our approach to raising children with a secular perspective. Joined by Kate Cohen, a columnist and author who champions the cause of non-believers, we explore the depth of morality, ethics, and community support in a life free from religious do...

Championing Women In Real Estate Leadership with Delara Aubon! I'm so thrilled to be joined by my good friend Delara Aubon, a powerhouse leader who champions the cause of women's leadership and progress in the Real Estate industry. In this episode: We discuss the many discrepancies and gender gap that exists in real estate investment, with men far more likely to participate in the market. The reas...

Have you ever felt the pressure to conform to religious beliefs that didn't resonate with you? Kate Cohen, the author behind the strikingly candid "We Of Little Faith: Why I Stopped Pretending to Believe," joins us for an eye-opening discussion on the complex interplay between personal convictions and societal expectations. Her book is not just a title; it's a narrative that captures the struggle...

LIVE From The Latinas N Heels Women's Day Event!  Join us on a journey through the vibrant discussion that unfolded at the International Women's Day Tea Event, where I had the privilege of sharing my panelist insights on shattering gender norms in the realm of real estate. Listen in as I recount the pivotal moment of shutting down my boutique and taking the bold leap into the competitive, male-dom...

In this episode, I will tell you about a particular Real Estate networking event where I was intentionally made to be less than my husband—being a female at this event meant being ostracized and dismissed. I use Tellus to earn at least 6.00% APY with interest paid daily —  all backed by real estate. Sign up with my code and deposit $125 to get 10.00% APY for 5 days! Here's my code: C7CBCA https://...

The Elatassi Duo tackles the questions everyone has about starting a house-flipping business.  Rusk and Alicia give you the ins and outs of all things house flips and sometimes flops! There is nothing quite like a husband and wife combo to make any business negotiation either seamless or quite nutty. What started as a pandemic pastime turned into four houses in 12 months. You should know that neit...

LIVE from the Houston Hotties Social Hour Panel: I Want to be Published, What Now? Listen in as we go LIVE in the Houston Hotties Social Hour! You'll hear the journeys of myself and Yana, who have harnessed the power of publishing to not only pursue our passions but also propel our businesses to new heights. I share my sweet memoir Querido Papa-Dear Dad which sheds light on the essential role fath...

Healing Through Humor and Heartfelt Stories with Sandra Moreno Join me on this episode of Señora Vibes where we welcome the remarkable Sandra Moreno, author of the "Wives of Machismo" book series. Together, we uncover the shadows cast by machismo in domestic relationships, drawing from Sandra's poignant short stories that reflect the pain and resilience of women ensnared by controlling and abusive...

Embracing Self-Love and Authenticity: A Journey of Self-Expression, Creativity, and Well-Being with Annie Chyr Embrace your true self with Annie, the vibrant force in digital marketing, fashion design, and art, as she joins us on the Senora Vibes podcast. Together, we unravel the intricate tapestry of self-expression and the transformative journey toward self-love. As Annie recounts her rise to vi...

Real Housewives Super Bowl Brackets!  You guys know how a tournament bracket works.  All Real Housewives start out in the W bracket for the best round. The losers of the first round are eliminated, then the winners will go head to head until we have an ultimate winner.  We are giving Rusk a choice between two Real Housewives and he's picking his favorite based on business acumen, entertainment, an...

Live from the Manhattan Vintage Show! I'm still in awe over the amazing Manhattan Vintage Show in New York!  Friends in this next episode, I am sharing with you my love for vintage. As I record live from the Manhattan Vintage show. I was there this past weekend and it was really fun. I'm still in awe of all the excitement, the energy, and most importantly, the incredible vintage pieces presented t...

 In this unique episode, Alicia engages in a cool Q&A session with her producer, Jamaal. We share valuable insights on various issues derived from the DMs received from our listeners. A professional photographer is facing a difficult client refusing to pay for the services.  I tell you about prioritizing customer satisfaction, another listener DM asks what's one thing about building a career t...

Ready to feel inspired and empowered? This week I have the honor of bringing to you a woman who has been my Latina wonder woman for over ten years as the courageous investigative journalist on Inside Edition. My ultimate favorite warrior, Lisa Guerrero! Lisa and I dive into what it takes to build a strong sisterhood, how to prioritize personal well-being, and how to embrace our self-beliefs as Lat...