The Level Up Latina Podcast

Empowering Women in the Trying Times of Today, Episode 44

What is your new normal? As the world grapples with a global pandemic so much has changed. The women of Level Up Latina continue to shelter in place, work from home, homeschool our children, and do our very best to remain sane during scary and uncertain times. Listen to our positive spin on how we manage this new normal, appreciate those on the front lines and keep ourselves productive in trying times. Much to discuss including completing the nationwide census, voting for change and quarantine self-care! How are you staying safe and sane during the COVID-19 outbreak? Share your tales with us on Instagram or Facebook: @leveluplatina.

Talking Covid-19, Sheltering In Place, and All Things Positivity, Episode 43

Episode 43 is a special edition of the Level Up Latina podcast. In one we never expected to record, we talk about our new normal as we oddly adjust to what has turned our entire world upside down. As the Covid-19 global health crisis ravages our communities, we three are working from home, counting our blessings, and coping as best we can.  We share our thoughts on this scary time, our best advice to navigating it all, and our well-wishes for a better tomorrow full of kinder, more compassionate individuals. We know everyone's experiences are different, and in this episode, we simply hope to share our journeys combined with our usual positivity in hopes for a better tomorrow ahead... a tomorrow that cannot come fast enough.

The Random Show: Talking About Everything & Nothing At All, Sex Edition, Episode 42

Our monthly random episode is here. In it, we discuss all things kinky, novel, and guilt-free when it comes to sex. As women, and specifically Latinas, we often get put into boxes that may fill us with doubt, shame, or insecurity when dealing with sexual exploration. Listen as we share juicy details about our own sexual experiences in the hopes that more women will feel free to liberate themselves as openly as they wish! Be warned... the content in this show is for mature audiences and may offend any not in the mood to talk sex, intimacy, and raunchy adventures along the way!

What I Wish I'd Known Before Going Into Labor, Episode 41

In this episode, we recount our labor stories (there's 6 of those between us with one new story DUE today... come on baby Gudiel #3). There's nothing quite like giving birth. Women all have unique journeys, and while there's no right way, learning from each other is invaluable. We impart all of our lessons in this one. The details may get messy but this episode is definitely full of warm and fuzzy, motherly love!

Women As Breadwinners, Episode 40

In episode 40 of the #LUL podcast, we talk about the pressures and stigma from the Latino community as women who've stepped up to solely provide for ourselves, and in some cases, our entire families as major breadwinners. Mixed feelings and a whole lot of stereotypes later we work through what it feels like to go against tradition as Latinas and Key Breadwinners!

Breaking Up With Your Job, Episode 39

Break-ups are tough and ending one's career is no exception. In this episode, we talk about the journey of making the decision to move on, waiting too long to do so, toxic workplace environments, what it's like from the boss' chair, and more! Whether you're new to the work force, mid-career, or a veteran, there's so many lessons to take from this robust topic. Also, you just never know what you'll hear on our show, so be warned, this one will make you crave ICE CREAM!

The Random Show: Talking About Everything & Nothing At All, 6th Edition, Episode 38

Episode 38 has all of our random thoughts on Mexican Vacation spots, quinceñeras, schooling toddlers and teens, FOOD (duh!), road trips, Netflix and celebrating Vday! Don't miss it. We wrap the month and share exciting travel plans for one of our three partners as her sabbatical abroad comes to a close. 

DIY Self-Care: Remedies and Wive's-Tales, Episode 37

In episode 37 of the Level Up Latina podcast, we cover all the ins and outs of DIY self-care including our mommas and grand-mommas homemade remedies and wild wives'-tales! Some tips include the use of urine on our face as well as raw egg all over one's body! Try these at your own risk. Keeping in mind, we are NOT doctors advising you to try this at home. Listen to learn about the useful do-it-yourself self-care hacks we use to find more natural, and sometimes, cost-effective ways to treat colds, intimacy needs, skin issues and more!

Asking for Help, Episode 36

We've all been there. We've balanced it all before... schooling, hobbies, a social life, work, marriage, and/or kids, but then suddenly it all comes crashing down. Overwhelm creeps in and if we're not careful: BOOM, we crash!

Are you capable of Asking For Help before you hit a wall? Listen in as we chat along with Vero's almost 1 year old son (who insisted on chiming in too) on the many ways asking for help has made a difference, after we let go of the guilt or shame and asked for it! Today's tip of the day is a serious one! Tune in! 

International Business Woman Lessons with special guest and entrepreneur: Lissette Padilla, Episode 35

Episode 35 is near and dear to us. Recorded in Mexico City with our powerhouse friend, and incredible business owner, Lissette Padilla. Journey with us as we all feel inspired by this amazing woman's drive to do it big as an expat living full-time in Mexico though having lived all of her life in the US. After moving abroad, she diligently made a way building a successful business from the ground up! This incredible woman is now a wildly recognized entrepreneur. This is an episode you do not want to miss. Find out more on Ms. Padilla's business via instagram: @thenailsocietyags and tune in NOW... her words of wisdom are full of honestly and heart.