The Level Up Latina Podcast

In this episode take a walk down memory lane with the founders of Level Up Latina. As partners in business, our friendship spans over two decades. It's a friendship full of stories some serious, but mostly wild. We enjoyed recounting days filled with the joys of youth, moments full of laughter, and so many good times that feel a world away today.

If you're looking to understand our coaching approach that involves looking back in order to look even better into the future, you can't miss this heartfelt show. It's the kind of show every galpal, best friend, comadre-type needs in their life. Be warned -- we go there and talk sexual encounters or lack thereof, so maybe wear your headphones for this one. Enjoy!

For the last of our three-part series, we talk candidly about childhood and college challenges, the bigger picture of serving, and perseverance in general. You don't have to have a remote interest in politics to feel inspired by Graciela Ortiz' story of thriving through setbacks, limited resources, and uncertainty.

Grace, or Gracie as we like to refer to her, is the proud and accomplished Mayor of Huntington Park, California. If you feel a desire to serve and transform lives in any career field YOU MUST LISTEN to her speak of her journey into adulthood, and more importantly, her lessons through failure and commitment to one very specific and moving goal.

Everyone needs and deserves to hear Grace’s words of wisdom. Her words literally bring tears to our eyes and make us all want to “BE LIKE GRACE!” Listen to her "no-fear" philosophy and let’s get after it mujeres!

 

This random episode is too good to miss. If you're new to the LUL podcast, in this show we reintroduce ourselves. In true random show fashion, we talk about everything that comes to mind from surrogacy to housekeeper hiring guilt, from quarrels with our husbands, to how we discussed same-sex marriage with our kids whether pre-schoolers or high-schoolers… after all, love is love! Don’t miss June’s show full of random laughs, guilt-free lifestyle techniques, vulnerable mishaps, and absolute comadre time with the best of them! 

In honor of Pride Month, we bring you the most beautiful love story.

It's a tale of growing into your truth with Fernanda y Fatima or “Las Efes" as we call them. In this show, they share what it was like to grow up in very conservative Mexican households, the experience of coming out as Lesbians, and their beautiful marriage!

They share their authentic vulnerabilities, lessons, and now, their journey as wives and mothers. This is a candid story of inspiration for all grappling with sharing their truest selves with the world. Do not miss it!

Like and share... and don't forget to celebrate PRIDE MONTH because as this episode reminds us... LOVE IS LOVE! 

In honor of Father’s Day, we have our first-ever male guests on the show, and not just any men, but the wonderful men we call husbands.

This was such a feel-good experience. Our hubbies share tender moments as fathers, doubtful times as partners, and their best advice having navigated life from humble beginnings to achieving successful careers and building amazing families. Today’s often hilarious conversation covers topics on love, parenting, and everything in between. Laugh and grow with us as our husbands talk marriage hacks, fatherhood lessons, and what it’s like to be married to us. Don't miss this candid and touching episode. 

And on that note, Happy Father's Day to the men in our lives, your lives, and to all the mommas pulling double-duty! We can't develop the next great generation of amazing human beings without YOU! 

It's been a while since you've heard the three of us tackle a topic as we do best - by keeping it all the way real. Check out this episode whether young or old, whatever that means!

In it, we share our ever-evolving thoughts on aging and ageism. We talk about physical and mental changes and cover the difference between then (20's) and now (40's). Whether it's our changing bodies, wiser opinions, or just the plain weird stuff like chin hairs and leg cramps this is an EPISODE every woman needs in her life. The inspiring advice cannot be missed especially advice on careers and how to become BOLDER with age (or better yet, how to stand out when you're YOUNGER)!

This is part 2 of LUL's Latinas in Politics series and you’re in for a treat. Meet Dr. Monica Sanchez who shares her journey into politics with open vulnerability and tales of immense grit. Both a UC Berkeley and UC Los Angeles alumna, Dr. Sanchez shares what it takes to persevere.

If you spend time thinking of all the reasons why you can’t do something, listen to Dr. Sanchez to understand how you always can. Less than 1% of Latinas earn PhD’s and Dr. Sanchez did it. Latinas are all too often underrepresented in high-power careers and Dr. Sanchez is at the table.

Dr. Sanchez broke through the microaggressions and underrepresentation to become a City Council member in her respective city where a woman hadn't served in this capacity for 10+ years. She is still the only woman holding a seat even though her city is 50% female. She was a delegate for the Democratic Party and does it all as a single-mother and thriving Latina. Don’t miss this wonderful episode highlighting what it takes to stay the course in male-dominated careers and as a first-generation/teen mom.

Thank you for your time and talent Dr. Sanchez.

Your journey is admirable beyond measure. 

Connect with your LUL comadres discussing anything and everything on this once a month dose of randomness. We talk high points of the month, season 2 of our wildly popular podcast, bilingualism, and more. Listen and chime in. This one is short and sweet, but also, full of feel-good vibes. Don't miss it!

Today's the first episode of season two and we've chosen to kick it off with the highest form of LOVE. In honor of Mother's day, we are sharing our incredible Mexican mothers with all of you! They're sharing the play-by-play of their favorite dishes and prepare it as a true momma would... by eyeballing it all and pouring in a whole ton of love.

These women share more than their love of food. Hear their advice, idioms (dichos), and even some sentimental moments reflecting on what it was like to let a first-gen daughter leave home for college.

Cecy's mom Cecilia share's a classic Mexican pork recipe, Irene's mom Maria, Mole de Michoacan, and Vero's momma Josefina, Albondiga (Meatball) Soup. 

This one will make you hungry and potentially tear-eyed. Share this episode with the mothers in your life. Listen and honor a mother who's passed on. Celebrate motherhood and food with the women of LUL and the very special and hardworking women who raised them!

Episode 100 is here and it's a major milestone for the Level Up Latina team! Tune in to hear about our wild ride as podcasters, life coaches, and best friends turned businesswomen.

This month we celebrate two years of the LUL podcast. In this show, we reflect on episode 1, our favorite shows and guests, as well as our vision for the future. Whether vulnerable or vulgar, we've brought our entire selves to the Level Up Latina podcast. We've laughed, we've cried, we've failed, and more importantly, we've never given up, so you can count on a show every single week.

If you need the inspiration to get your creative projects going and do so consistently, you cannot miss this honest look at what it takes to prepare, produce, and propel a podcast forward to become an iTunes featured show! 

Thank you to our many listeners and countless guests! There's no way we get to 100 inspiring shows without you, your love, expertise, and support. Listen, like, and share... and in doing so, you join our 100th celebration all month long! Cheers!