Gold Hoops and God Podcast

This week my lovely guest is the amazing Lupita Castañeda-Liles. She is currently a student at the University of Southern California pursuing her degree in Neuroscience and is the co-founder of Becoming Mujeres, an organization that focuses on Latina mental health. She identifies as Chicana and embraces her complex identity. She is also an active Roman Catholic. It is a fabulous conversation to wrap up this season. Be sure to check out her YouTube page for Becoming Mujeres  https://www.youtube.com/@becomingmujeres7534    👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week my amazing guest is poet and passionate educator Diosa Xochíquetzalcóatl. I know you will love hearing her share her story. She identifies as both a Chicana and Mexicana having spent significant time on both sides of the frontera. She has even done some fantastic exploration of her ancestry, tracing back several generations of her lineage. We discuss her prolific writing including her latest collection MeXicana: poemas y más poemas. I had the honor of editing her work and highly recommend checking it out. It is a powerful testament to the complex lived experience of the borderlands. We also have a fascinating conversation about spiritual practices and religion, since Diosa grew up Catholic and her dad is a deacon. It is a lovely episode, and I know you will enjoy it. Be sure to check out her publications especially those through Riot of Roses publishing. If you would like to contact her, please see her website https://diosax.net/   👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 This week my lovely guest is Artist and Central American studies scholar Paula Ayala. She was born in Los Angeles and raised in Fresno, CA. Her Salvadoran roots run deep. In this episode she shares how her social location inspired many questions about identity. She gives us an amazing insight into Salvadoran culture particularly through her family’s love of music. In terms of faith, we discuss some of the revolutionary Christian movements in Central America that are often overlooked. We also have an amazing conversation about our love of house music.  I know you will enjoy this fabulous episode. You can find Paula on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xxquetzalbeatsxx/?hl=en  👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is the lovely Bianca Alba. Bianca was born in Bolivia and grew up in the USA...in Northern Virginia specifically. She currently resides in Puerto Rico and has lived on the island for over a decade now. She shares how a trip to South Africa really sparked her love for travel. Her company “This Latina travels” has grown into a blog, podcast, and thriving business. Bianca also shares how she grew up Roman Catholic and how she navigates faith today. I know you will enjoy this episode as much as I did! You can find Bianca & “This Latina Travels” on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/thislatinatravels/?hl=en  👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Award winning podcaster Angela Briones. She is the host of, “The Gay Podcast for Everyone” and “Thank you for Joining me” where she takes us on a behind the scenes look at podcasting. Growing up in Austin, Texas...Angela shares how dancing Baile Folklorico for many years allowed her to connect and learn about her culture. She also mentions how important it was that there were Queer adults in the dance company and how comforting that realization was in her own coming out process. She also expresses how it has been navigating Catholicism as a Queer Latina. I know you will love this fantastic and deep conversation. https://www.thegaypodcastforeveryone.com/1481272/contributors/104128-angela-brioneshttps://thankyouforjoiningme.buzzsprout.com/2402938/episodes/16487367-1-welcome-to-thank-you-for-joining-me 👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, my guest is the lovely Yazmín García. She is an artist and is the owner of Sagrario Arte Studio.  Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico...Yazmín and her family are currently based in Las Vegas, Nevada. As a proud Mexican American, she shares her immigration story with us. In fact, she is working on a children’s book as a helpful way to share her immigration story and help other families. In our conversation, we also talk about women’s empowerment and the importance of mental health awareness. We also talk about the Catholic Church and facing those moments which can challenge our faith. It was a pleasure to speak with Yazmín, and I know you will enjoy this conversation too! You can follow her work on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sagrarioartestudio/?hl=en   👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, my guest is podcaster Jennifer Cortez. Jennifer’s podcast and group “Latina Leaders” is an amazing space for BIPOC women.She is in the GTA region of Canada. As a proud Canadian Ecuadorian, Jennifer’s parents instilled education and a love of learning.Her family is talented and has many gifts. Her mom and Grandmother were singers in Ecuador. She has grown up in a family of very strong women who pursued both their careers and family life. Following in her family’s footsteps, you can find Jennifer’s album and singles under "The Prof" and Jennifer Cortez on Spotify and all streaming platforms.We also talk a bit about astrology! Jennifer has created Affirmation cards for Latina Leaders so be sure to check those out when they are available. Jennifer grew up going to Catholic church and still has a strong sense of faith in God. She also has incorporated spiritual practices such as yoga and meditation. I know that you will really enjoy this interview with the amazing Jennifer Cortez!You can find Jennifer’s music site here:https://www.jennifercortezmusic.com/And you can follow Latina Leaders on IG: https://www.jennifercortezmusic.com/ 👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, my guest is First Gen academic influencer Cynthia Nunez. As a first generation Mexican American, she became aware of issues of racism at an early age. We connected on both being eldest daughters and being family oriented. She also shares how faith and spirituality have always been present in her life.She also has a podcast called “Academic Comadres.”  https://www.instagram.com/academiccomadres/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D#The podcast is co-hosted with her amiga Rubi Tapia, and they share their academic wisdom from a First-gen Latina perspective. We wrap up our conversation by talking about the importance of boundaries especially for recovering people pleasers. This interview with Cynthia is fantastic and I know you will enjoy it!      👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, my guest is Rubi Tapia. In addition to being in a doctoral program for biomedical engineering at Northwestern, she also hosts a podcast called “Academic Comadres” with her amiga Cyn Nunez.  Rubi reflects on the current political climate and disturbing anti-immigrant rhetoric. She shares how she was undocumented until she was sixteen years old, reality that shaped her high school years. She is very proud of her Mexican heritage.  Rubi also shares her understanding of faith and the importance of gratitude. Today she is still open to building a strong relationship with God.  We also spend some time talking about our mental health struggles. We can never assume what someone else is going through. Rubi keeps a photo of herself on her desk as a reminder to make that inner child happy. I know you are going to love this interview as much as I do! You can connect with Rubi through IG at: https://www.instagram.com/academiccomadres/     👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, my guest is the lovely Heidy De la Cruz. In addition to being an award-winning podcaster, of “The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants podcast.”  She is a wife and mom. In our conversation, her passion for podcasting and for sharing the courageous stories of immigrants shines through.  Heidy is currently located in Central Florida and is very proud of her Dominican roots.  She shares how growing up in Grand Rapids, Michigan was a fascinating experience because it was during a time in which she was quite often the only Dominican person in the room. We also talk quite a bit about how important family celebrations are in Latinx families. Faith is central to her life, and we bonded over being women of faith. Immigrants are what make the USA beautiful. I know you are going to adore Heidy and this interview as much as I do. Please note that you can connect with Heidy and work with her by contacting her through her website: https://heidydelacruz.com/ 👸🏽🎙️ Thank you for checking out the "Gold Hoops and God Podcast" The "Gold Hoops & God" podcast is designed for Millennial Latinas and is fueled by faith and culture. Ignite the fire within!! ⭐️ Reach out by email: [email protected] or on IG: @goldhoops_god ⭐️⭐️⭐️ New Episodes each Wednesday. YouTube videos of the interviews are available at 1:11 PM Pacific time. Please subscribe, share, and like!! 🎙️👸🏽Show your love for the podcast by rocking some fun merch! Check out the t-shirts, hoodies, and more here on my shop: https://gold-hoops--god-shop.myspreadshop.com/ Check out the “Gold Hoops & God Journal” 📝📝 Available for $11.11!! It’s a wonderful way to connect with your inner self. https://goldenhoopsgod.gumroad.com/l/njpsc#latinas #millennial #manifestation #religion #faith #podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.