The Level Up Latina Podcast

Breathwork and Healing with Ana Lilia, Episode 78

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 through mind, body, and soul-centeredness. This very important work changes everything we think we understand about healing the wounds we carry. Ana Lilia will immediately put you in a state of ease and deep peace. This is an episode you don't want to miss if you're feeling stressed, stuck, or simply curious. 

The Random Episode, Juicy Stories Ahead, Episode 77

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 family this holiday season (or any time of year) we hope you'll take a moment to unwind, recharge, and listen to this heartfelt and heartwarming episode; and as always, don't forget to LEVEL UP!

Hope for a New Presidency, Episode 75

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 and tune in anyway. No matter where you land on the political spectrum, we aim to share our visions for a more unified tomorrow after such a historic, and sadly contentious election.

Starting a Business the Right Way with Special Guest: Taylor M. Tieman, Esq. @Legalmiga

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 higher. ed including graduate studies, start your own business, and start it right with adequate legal oversight, plus so, so much more! Tune in and level up your boss moves with today's special guest Taylor M. Tieman, Esq. the @legalmiga! 

The Random Show: Talking About Everything & Nothing At All, Episode 73

Our random episode takes a few interesting turns this month. Tune in to hear us share what we do for fun these days. In the show, we chat communicating with husbands, Netflix shows, strip club visits, and learning to do the WAP dance. Yes, one of us is on it. Join us at our most random wherever you listen to your podcasts. Comment, like, and share.... what do you do for fun? How do you communicate with your loved ones? More important, did you learn the WAP dance too? As expected, we keep it 100% honest even if that means letting our guards down and being a little TMI. 

Preparing Your Family and Finances for the Holidays, Episode 72

The holidays are here and during a global pandemic! Are you ready for this new normal? Your LUL comadres share their take on this new reality as well as their best advice on preparing for safe family gatherings, worry-free events, & gift-giving. Most importantly, listen in to keep your financial goals in order during this truly unexpected holiday season. Cozy up to listen to our Spanglish stories, our holiday mishaps, and some of our best client advice to planning the most seamless holiday season yet. Tune in wherever you stream your favorite podcasts and remember to comment, like, and subscribe. The best gift this holiday season is the gift of connection... we look forward to connecting with you on this episode and so many more at LevelUpLatina.com!

Voting, Leading, and Thriving w/ Special Guest Sonia Sroka of Facebook.com, Episode 71

In this episode, we are joined by Facebook's Global Head of Multicultural Communications, Sonia Sroka. A proud immigrant and Latina, Sonia shares her personal philosophies as a powerhouse in the tech field. We discuss everything from Facebook's diversity efforts, support of small businesses during a global pandemic, to informed civic engagement. Plus, we share critical election resources. It was an honor to learn from Sonia, the lessons of her upbringing, and her winning spirit. Tune in for a moving message on Latinx pride and progress and find important details on how to get voter-ready before a historic election. 

More on our exceptional guest:

Sonia is an award-winning communications leader. In her position, Sonia is responsible for the strategy and execution of campaigns to educate and inspire multiethnic and multilingual people about Facebook’s products and tools. A proud Salvadoran (Salvadoreña), she also serves as the official Spanish-language spokesperson for Facebook sharing information in-language and in-culture.

Sonia was recently named one of People en Español’s 25 Most Powerful Women. She was also named in PRWeek’s “40 Under 40” list and was added to Diversity Journal's "Women Worth Watching" list. LATINA Style magazine branded her “Latina Executive of the Year.” Most recently, Sonia helped place Facebook as one of the top 5 companies demonstrating great effort to support Diversity and Inclusion in the Latino Community within Silicon Valley.

Experiencing Imposter Syndrome, Episode 70

If there's one topic we've been asked to cover the most it's gotta be this one! So many women have discussed their journeys grappling with Imposter Syndrome. On our show, we talk about each of our experiences with it and how one of us doesn't feel it at all. Is that even possible? Do you believe Imposter Syndrome is real? Is it only an American phenomenon? Is it just something first-generation women of color feel? This episode covers individual journeys, coping skills, and even how to handle it as an entrepreneur or business teammate. It's a must-tune-into show, so don't miss it.

The Random Episode with Celebratory Drinks & So Much More, Episode 69

What a random episode we have for you. First off, CHEERS! In this episode, we are toasting to business milestones and recording this episode in celebration of our recently announced iTunes Apple Podcast feature. What a beautiful way to celebrate Latinx Heritage Month. This episode covers recent success stories (we are listed in the iTunes' Success Category after all), confessions from our youth, and even our usual COVID and political tangents. It wouldn't be a girlfriends podcast if we weren't all over the place with drinks in hand, hearts open wide, and opinions in plain sight. Listen now... comment, like, and share! And once again cheers to LUL and cheers to you, too!

A New Way to Party with the Women from Festively.com, Episode 68

Who doesn't love a good soirée? In this episode, we are joined by two incredible party pioneers who've taken the event industry by storm and supercharged it. Our special guests are the co-founders of Festively.com - two businesswomen reinventing the world of party planning. We can't wait for you to hear all about their incredible business journey, innovative online platform, and essential event coordinating tools. Aspiring entrepreneurs, event vendors, service providers, or simply fun-loving partygoers must listen & learn from the impressive duo running Festively.com.