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Host Marina Franklin chats with the hilarious Ophira Eisenberg and rising star Sami Beason about Ophira's new comedy special, toxic positivity, AI hallucinations, parenting and more! Tune in now for laughs and insights!  Ophira Eisenberg is a Standup Comedian, Writer, and Podcast Host (NPR, CBS, CNN, The Moth, HBO, Comedy Central, iHeart) who headlines theaters and comedy venues across the world, tours regularly with the Moth Mainstage, and hosts the weekly parenting-comedy podcast Parenting is a Joke (Webby Finalist for Best Host). Her new comedy special, I Used to Be Nicer produced by Lewis Black/Stark Raving Black Productions, is streaming now. She also hosted NPR's trivia comedy show Ask Me Another for 9 years. Her breakout memoir Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy(Seal Press) has been optioned for a television series, and her solo show Leaving A Mark: A Comedy About Scarswon Women in the Arts & Media Award for Solo Show Scripts and just finished a successful European tour. Sami Beason is a rising comedy talent from Denver, celebrated for their quick wit, authentic storytelling, and constant giggle. In 2024, they took home the Best of Fest award at the Colorado Springs Festival and now has a special on YouTube called "First Gen" through open bar. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf. Writer for HBO's 'Divorce' and the new Tracy Morgan show on Paramount Plus: 'Crutch

Join Serin as she discusses how she scopes out merchandise for 1st generation K-Pop!--Serin's Blog (Teaser Image Credits) --Check out our website!kpopsunbaes.com--Our Scripthttps://tinyurl.com/SSV2E19SerinsMerch--Where To Find UsInstagram: kpopsunbaesTwitter: kpopsunbaesYouTube: The K-Pop SunbaesFacebook: The K-Pop SunbaesOur Main Podcast: The K-Pop Sundae PodcastConsider tipping us on Ko-fi: Your K-Pop Sunbaes--AttributionsCover Art - Elyse Shewan (Instagram: @es.graphic.design)Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org--Check out our main podcast on any podcast platform! Search K-Pop Sundae for group breakdowns, the history of things like award ceremonies, and much more!--–Intro (0:00)Content (0:40)Conclusion (7:23)Ending (11:09)

In this solo episode, I'm getting real about what it actually takes to help your child get into college in today's landscape, because spoiler: it's not the same process we went through. As a first-gen parent myself with 14 years of combined college admissions and counseling experience, I'm breaking down what's changed, what still matters, and how you can start building a real strategy this summer, whether your kid is a rising junior or senior.For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode163What You'll Hear:What "first-generation" actually means and why the definition matters more than you thinkHow the college admissions landscape has dramatically shifted post-pandemicWhy checking the boxes on a college application isn't enough anymoreThe real difference between knowing about college and knowing the current college processResources Mentioned:Follow Avila College Consulting on Instagram: @avilacollegeconsultingBook your FREE 20-minute consultation with me!Support the showSHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course

Have you ever gotten a raise and immediately thought, I am going to get fired? Have you ever avoided looking at your debt because something about that number feels like it says something about who you are? If you are first-gen, you probably were not taught how to build wealth. You were taught how to survive with money. And there is a big difference.In this episode, I sit down with a career coach Evie Prete who has been in the trenches of this work for years, helping first gen Latinas/WOC stop undervaluing themselves, start asking for what they are actually worth, and build the kind of identity that can hold more money without self-sabotaging it away. We get real about our own stories, and what it actually took to go from knowing we needed to do something different with money to actually doing it.This episode is for you if you have ever felt like asking for more was ungrateful, if you have ever taken a job offer at the bottom of the salary band when you deserved to be at the top, or if you have ever wondered why building wealth feels so hard even when you know all the right steps.You'll learn:✨ Why survival money advice keeps you in protection mode and how to start shifting toward a wealth-building mindset✨ How your nervous system responds to debt, salary negotiations, and financial wins, and why getting neutral matters before the strategy does✨ How visualization and journaling help your body get familiar with a version of your life it has never lived before, so you can actually receive it when it arrives✨ Why detaching from the outcome of a negotiation is not about not wanting it, it is about showing up from your value instead of your fearThis conversation is the one you did not know you needed. It is honest, it is warm, and it is going to give you a lot to think about, journal on, and move through.Connect with Evie: Salary Negotiation Checklist Pagame PodcastLet's connect:Website: www.buildinggenwealth.comInstagram: @building.gen.wealthLearn more about 1:1 Money Coaching: www.buildinggenwealth.com/moneycoaching

In this solo episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on a side of me I don't often share - my professional story. I walk you through my journey as a first-generation college student, how I stumbled into the world of higher education, and the decade-long career in college admissions and counseling that followed. And yes, I have a BIG announcement at the end that I'm so excited to finally share with you.For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode162What you'll hear:My experience navigating the college process as a first-gen Latina with no roadmap and limited guidanceHow I transferred colleges, found my people, and discovered a whole career path I didn't know existedWhy first-gen parents are just as underserved as their children when it comes to college admissionsThe gap I noticed while reviewing college applications, and why what worked 10 years ago won't work for our kids todayResources Mentioned:Schedule your free 20-minute consultation with me!Support the showSHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course

In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer welcomes Erika Kitzmiller, a research associate professor at the University of Chicago and author of the new book, Unchartered: How One Public High School Transformed First Generation College Success. Drawing on her own background as a former middle school teacher and a proud first-generation college graduate, Kitzmiller shares the insights gained from an intensive, multi-year case study of a public high school pseudonymously named Clayton. While the school boasted a near-100 percent college acceptance rate, only half of its alumni were successfully graduating from college. To address this gap, Kitzmiller and Clayton's principal designed a unique practice-to-research partnership that centered student voices, incorporated alumni interviews, and directly empowered youth agency. The conversation explores pragmatic, on-the-ground structural changes implemented at Clayton that did not require massive budgets or flashy technology. Kitzmiller discusses how the school expanded elective choices, created a dedicated senior college seminar embedded directly into the school day, and shifted student supports from an opt-in model to an opt-out expectation. The duo also notes the tangible benefits of Advanced Placement classes, which allowed students from low-income backgrounds to gain academic confidence and bypass large university introductory courses that frequently act as academic hurdles. Beyond policy shifts, Kitzmiller highlights the vital role of building trust over long horizons and honoring the human stories of public school educators through detailed teacher portraits. This episode offers a grounded perspective on how K-12 institutions can actively prepare first-generation students for post-secondary endurance. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Erika Kitzmiller and her new book; 01:00 - Erika's background as a first-generation college graduate and middle school teacher; 02:45 - Initiating the practice-to-research partnership at Clayton High School; 05:30 - Fostering student agency, course catalogs, and college options; 11:00 - Transitioning to opt-out support systems and embedded senior seminars; 12:30 - The pragmatic value of Advanced Placement (AP) classes for low-income student persistence; 18:00 - Bringing a first-generation college success mission into K-12 environments; 22:30 - Navigating research collaboration, school district permission, and funding levers; 30:30 - Humanizing public education through rich teacher portraits; 34:00 - Rebuilding community trust and relational connections within schools; 39:30 - Final thoughts and expressing gratitude to frontline educators. Subscribe to Trending in Education wherever you get your podcasts to ensure you never miss an episode.

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Have you ever heard the words index fund, mutual fund, or ETF and nodded along like you knew what they meant even though you don't fully understand? You are not alone, and this episode is here to change that.In this episode, Andrea breaks down three of the most important investing products you need to know: index funds, mutual funds, and ETFs. She starts from the very beginning — what a stock is, what a bond is, and why buying individual stocks is riskier and more complicated than most people realize. And then, walks you through what funds actually are, why they exist, and how they make investing simpler, more diversified, and more accessible for everyday investors who are not sitting at a computer researching companies all day.You will learn the key difference between a mutual fund and an index fund, including why the fees you pay matter more than you think. You'll also understand what an ETF is, how it is different from the other two, and why it can be a smarter choice inside a taxable brokerage account. Andrea also shares her own investing journey, and reminds you that starting imperfectly is still the first step. You will walk away knowing how to think through which fund belongs in which type of account and how to build a strategy that runs on autopilot so you can stop stressing and start living.What You'll Learn from this Episode:The difference between a mutual fund and an index fund, including how fees play a roleWhat an ETF is and how it is bought and sold differently than mutual funds and index fundsWhy ETFs can be more tax efficient and when to use them strategicallyWhy starting before you have the perfect strategy is always better than waitingLearn more about 1:1 Money Coaching: ⁠www.buildinggenwealth.com/moneycoaching⁠

Family support affects how first-generation college students handle academic, financial, and emotional challenges. Understanding these dynamics reveals why structured guidance and mentorship are important for long-term success. Learn more at https://litlv.org/ Leaders in Training City: Las Vegas Address: 900 N Lamb Blvd Website: https://litlv.org/ Phone: +1 702 449 0703 Email: mcastillo@litlv.org

Discover how first-generation college students face academic, financial, and social challenges beyond the classroom, and how understanding these barriers can improve support, ease transitions, and strengthen long-term success. Learn more at https://litlv.org/ Leaders in Training City: Las Vegas Address: 900 N Lamb Blvd Website: https://litlv.org/ Phone: +1 702 449 0703 Email: mcastillo@litlv.org

After 270+ episodes there are not to many episodes where I hear an idea that I have not heard before. But in this episode Jarod shares how he came up with creative financing ideas to get into his first line of equipment, his first cows and his first land purchase! An absolute must listen for anybody interested in building a ranch from scratch! We also discuss his shift in cattle genetics, marketing and everything else that has led him to a successful, profitable first generation ranch!Resources Mentioned:Greg Judy YoutubePharo Cattle Company Newsletters and emailsIf you are looking to add somebody to your team to help with your farm or ranch numbers, check out John Haskell and his team at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.ranchrightllc.com/⁠⁠⁠.Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pharocattle.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information on how to put more fun and profit back into your ranching business! As always, check us out at Ranching Returns Podcast on Facebook and Instagram as well as at ⁠www.ranchingreturns.com⁠.For Ranching Returns shirts, hats, and sweatshirts check out https://farmfocused.com/ranching-returns-merch/To get more information on how Ambrook can benefit your operation, check out ambrook.com/ranchingreturnsFor more information on or to order Redmond salt or conditioner check out Redmondagriculture.com

In this episode of The Caring Economy, Toby Usnik sits down with Laura Turner, Vice President and Head of Community Impact at TIAA, for a conversation about financial security, first-generation student support, and what community impact looks like inside a large institution. Laura reflects on her path from an entry-level HR role to leading community impact at TIAA, and discusses the company's work on financial literacy, retirement education, scholarships, emergency funds, and partnerships that help students stay on track to graduate. The episode also touches on parenting, special needs advocacy, mentorship, and how TIAA is thinking about AI as a tool for upskilling and reducing repetitive work.

First-gen students are not behind — they are navigating a system that was never fully built for them. A Las Vegas expert breaks down the real barriers and what actually helps close the gap. To learn more, visit https://litlv.org/ Leaders in Training City: Las Vegas Address: 900 N Lamb Blvd Website: https://litlv.org/ Phone: +1 702 449 0703 Email: mcastillo@litlv.org

If you grew up in a household where money was protected, preserved, and kept safe at all costs, the idea of investment risk probably feels like a threat. But for first-gen women building wealth, learning how to tolerate and use risk strategically is one of the most important shifts you'll ever make. In this episode, Andrea breaks down what investment risk actually means, why first-generation women tend to be risk averse, and how to start stretching your capacity for risk so your money can actually grow.We'll cover: ✅ The difference between playing defense with your money and playing offense, and why first gen women default to protection over growth✅ How to figure out where you fall on the risk tolerance spectrum and what to do with that information✅ 2 powerful strategies to reduce your investment risk in the stock marketLet's connect: Website: www.buildinggenwealth.comInstagram: @building.gen.wealthLearn more about 1:1 Money Coaching: www.buildinggenwealth.com/moneycoaching

Making a money mistake doesn't make you bad with money, it just means you're first. If you've ever made a money decision you regret and spent months (or years) quietly carrying the shame of it, this episode is the permission to finally put it down. Andrea shares a personal breakthrough she had during a recent coaching call — a moment that helped her finally release the shame she'd been holding around her own money mistake. What she heard reframed everything: when no one has taught you how to steward money, and you don't come from generational wealth, mistakes aren't a character flaw. They're part of the journey.This episode is for every first gen WOC who has told herself "I should have known better," and needs to hear why that narrative isn't fair and isn't true. In this episode we cover: ✅ Why money mistakes are inevitable for first gen wealth builder, and what to do instead of spiraling in shame. ✅ The 3 part framework for moving through a money mistake: compassion, wisdom, and resilience✅ How releasing shame is actually what keeps you in the game and building wealth long-termLet's stay connected:Website: www.buildinggenwealth.comInstagram: @building.gen.wealthLearn more about 1:1 Money Coaching: www.buildinggenwealth.com/moneycoaching

Getting into college is a massive achievement—but for first-generation students, graduating is often just the beginning of a new struggle. Why are so many talented graduates stuck in "underemployment" traps?In this episode, Todd Zipper sits down with Sheila Sarem, Co-Founder and CEO of Basta. Sheila shares her journey from the front lines of hiring at DC Public Schools and KIPP to launching a nonprofit that bridges the "Last Mile" between college completion and career launch.We discuss:The systemic "signaling" problems that keep recruiters from finding first-gen talent.How the Seekr Survey provides a roadmap for career readiness.The "Experience Paradox": How to land an entry-level job when you don't have a traditional internship.Basta's recent expansion into the Carolinas and Philadelphia.What university presidents should be measuring beyond graduation rates.Whether you are an educator, a hiring manager, or a student of the labor market, this conversation offers a data-driven look at how we can finally fulfill the promise of higher education for everyone.

Download the FREE CHAPTER from the Old Money Mindset Workbook: Money Story MappingFor many first generation women, money is deeply tied to family, culture, and expectation. Being the one who understands credit, earns more, or “makes it” can quietly turn into becoming the family safety net.In this episode, I talk with Giovanna “Gigi” Gonzalez, author of Cultura & Cash, about the pressure of being a first generation daughter, the guilt that can come with setting financial boundaries, and how to build stability without losing connection to family or cultural identity. If you're feeling torn between being a good daughter and becoming financially independent, this conversation will feel validating and empowering.We're giving away 3 copies of Cultura & Cash!

Apologize for Previous audio- We have updated and corrected so you can enjoy! This Friends Like Us, host Marina Franklin talks with the insightful Dr. Janice Gassam Asare, discussing her new book "Rise and Resist"—a revolutionary take on workplace tactics! Plus, don't miss the dynamic energy of young comedian Sami Beason. The Pink Elephant Dr. Janice Z. Gassam Asare is a PhD-trained organizational psychologist, LinkedIn #1 Top Voice, award-winning Forbes senior contributing writer with 500+ articles, and 2x TEDx speaker, she equips workplaces with the tools and strategies to advance equity and accountability. She is author of: Decentering Whiteness in the Workplace, The Pink Elephant, and Dirty Diversity, with her 5th book available right now where books are sold: It's called "Rise and Resist": This isn't just about surviving the backlash. It's about reimagining workplaces where everyone thrives. Sami Beason is a rising comedy talent from Denver, celebrated for their quick wit, authentic storytelling, and constant giggle. In 2024, they took home the Best of Fest award at the Colorado Springs Festival and now has a special on YouTube called "First Gen" through open bar. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf. Writer for HBO's 'Divorce' and the new Tracy Morgan show on Paramount Plus: 'Crutch

This Friends Like Us, host Marina Franklin talks with the insightful Dr. Janice Gassam Asare, discussing her new book "Rise and Resist"—a revolutionary take on workplace tactics! Plus, don't miss the dynamic energy of young comedian Sami Beason. Dr. Janice Z. Gassam Asare is a PhD-trained organizational psychologist, LinkedIn #1 Top Voice, award-winning Forbes senior contributing writer with 500+ articles, and 2x TEDx speaker, she equips workplaces with the tools and strategies to advance equity and accountability. She is author of: Decentering Whiteness in the Workplace, The Pink Elephant, and Dirty Diversity, with her 5th book available right now where books are sold: It's called Rise and Resist: This isn't just about surviving the backlash. It's about reimagining workplaces where everyone thrives. Sami Beason is a rising comedy talent from Denver, celebrated for their quick wit, authentic storytelling, and constant giggle. In 2024, they took home the Best of Fest award at the Colorado Springs Festival and now has a special on YouTube called "First Gen" through open bar. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf. Writer for HBO's 'Divorce' and the new Tracy Morgan show on Paramount Plus: 'Crutch  

Rejection is part of the job search process. But here's the thing: how you handle rejection determines how fast you reach your goals. In this episode, I share examples of highly success women of color who faced hundreds of rejections in their career and how they were able to move forward. I also share how I personally dealt with a deep, soul-crushing rejection in my own career journey. Lastly, I give a three step process you can implement to navigate rejection, even when it feels like you're getting no after no after no.  If you're feeling discouraged in your job search, this episode is for you!  Referenced Episodes 34. Lowering the Stakes without Lowering Your Standards  6-Month 1:1 Coaching: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/discovery-call Apply for On-Air Coaching: https://forms.gle/JshV6Z6TfUw6BBnk6 Download your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FREE Resume Guide and Template⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CarlaTheFirstGenCoach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Havidán Rodríguez​, President, ​University at AlbanyIn this episode, President Series #459, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, sponsored by the ​ELIVE 2026​ Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, the ​HigherEd PodCon​ II happening July 16 & 17, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by CoursedogYOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen​, President & CEO, ​EllucianYOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioHow does SUNY Albany serve 40% plus underrepresented students while becoming a national model for AI with 27 new faculty across all 9 schools & a first-of-its-kind AI & Society college?Why must institutional resiliency mean bouncing back stronger, not just recovering, while navigating federal funding shifts, enrollment volatility & degree value skepticism?What does a Nobel Prize winning SUNY Albany alum who started as a low income immigrant at a community college tell us about the transformational power of education?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Want to get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content to help support the show? Become an #EdUp Premium Member today!

In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring podcast, I talk with first-generation college graduate and seasoned Bay Area admissions consultant, Erica Hernandez, about financial aid for first-gen students and their families. Erica shares how growing up in the Bay Area with limited guidance shaped her work helping families ask better questions about financial aid beyond just income, including factors schools consider and the separation between admissions and financial aid decisions. We discuss common misconceptions among middle and upper-middle income first-gen parents, the “middle-income gap,” and why families need 5–10+ year planning to build and preserve wealth. Erica also breaks down differences between public and private institutions and why students should also think about grad school in this process. If you'd like to have me facilitate a tailored sustainable productivity or leadership workshop for you and your team, you can learn more here. If you liked this episode, check out our previous episodes on funding for higher education. Get your free copy of my Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit here. Support our free resources with a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠one-time or monthly donation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can connect with Erica Hernandez at the following: https://ray-education.com/ https://ericahf.substack.com/ To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audio and transcript edited by Yessi Sanchez. This podcast is a proud member of the Genuina Media network. *The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.* Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We should be able to plan our careers the same way we plan anything else in our lives. But college doesn't teach us how to network or get that promotion, especially in corporate America. Putting our heads down and working as hard as we can is getting us nowhere. We need new skills. So, we need to listen to someone who has been through it and can help us get to where we want to be. Elsa Jimenez is a powerhouse first-gen Latina in tech on a mission to bridge the gap between high-performance code and holistic well-being. By day, she navigates the complexities of the tech industry, championing representation and breaking barriers for underrepresented voices in the digital space. Beyond the screen, Elsa Jimenez is a dedicated advocate for mental health and fitness, believing that a strong mind is the ultimate operating system. She views movement and mindfulness not just as hobbies, but as essential tools for resilience in the fast-paced corporate world. Whether she's optimizing a workflow or hitting a new PR in the gym, she brings a signature blend of cultural pride, grit, and authenticity to everything she touches.  In this week's episode, we're talking about how Elsa broke into tech, survived a layoff, and built her personal brand. Our careers are not as safe as they used to be, especially with tech layoffs looming over our shoulders every quarter. But that doesn't mean we don't have control over our own lives. Elsa used her time in the Courage Driven Latina program to plan for the best and worst case scenarios in her career, specifically so she doesn't feel panicked when something doesn't go according to plan. Tune in to this week's episode to hear how she used the CDL program to advance her career and what she's currently working on to get ahead in this year's CDL group.    Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot!   Follow Elsa on: Instagram: @vibinwithelsa  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elsamjimenez/    Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

Leadership coach, somatic practitioner, and Café con Pam podcast host Pam Covarrubias joins The Power of the Ask to talk about what keeps high-achieving first-generation women stuck, silent, and overworked, and what it takes to break free. Pam introduces the concept of Calladita Culture, the inherited system of silence and submission that conditions women to stay small, underpay themselves, and perform for approval rather than lead from truth. She walks through her Unmute & Reclaim Method and explains why certainty, not confidence, is the real foundation of lasting change. Pam, Lisa, and Precious explore: Certainty Before Confidence: Confidence without roots won't hold. When you know who you are and what you want without needing external approval, confidence follows naturally. How Your Body Keeps Score: If you're getting sick after every work trip or only resting when forced, your body is sending a signal. Learning to listen is the first step toward change. The Five Wounds of Calladita Culture: Silence, worth, power, and the other wounds underneath this system show up as both over- and underperformance. Awareness is where healing starts. Why Woleness-Based Leadership Starts with Self-Knowledge: The best leaders don't borrow a style. They do the inner work to understand how they lead best, then build from that place. One Somatic Step You Can Take Today: Place your hand on your chest, slow your exhale, and ask your body what you're carrying that's stopping you from asking for what you want. Important Links:Savvy Ladies (https://www.savvyladies.org/)Precious Williams' LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/precious-l-williams/)Lisa Zeiderman's LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisazeiderman/Pam Covarrubias's LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamcovarrubias/Important Links for Pam:Pam Covarrubias's Website: https://www.spreadideasmovepeople.com/About Pam Covarrubias:Pam Covarrubias is a leadership coach, podcast host, and somatic practitioner… but what she really does is help first-gen high-achievers break up with performance culture and lead from presence instead of proving. She is also the creator of the Unmute & Reclaim™ Method and Calladita Culture® frameworks built for women who are tired of biting their tongues, betraying their bodies, and burning out just to belong. Through her coaching and consulting work, she has partnered with big brands and organizations, helping teams and individuals lead from wholeness instead of burnout.  Through nervous system regulation, somatic healing, and cultural deconditioning, she helps women stop hustling for their worth and start leading from wholeness. And she has spent a decade using her podcast, Café con Pam, to elevate Latine voices and people of the Global Majority, dismantling the BS conditioning that keeps us playing small. Because before there's confidence… there's certainty. And Pam believes, certainty lives in the body. 

In this episode of Office Hours, Tamara Johnson shares how her journey as a first-generation college student shaped her path to becoming a professional artist. From studying at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) to building a career in sculpture and large-scale public art, she reflects on the challenges and rewards of forging her own creative path.Tamara discusses how her background influences both her artistic practice and her teaching, and she gives insight into her work with the Committee on Public Art (COPA) and the many public art projects she has contributed to. Plus, she previews Fab Friday — a hands-on event open to the TXST community where anyone can try their hand at sculpting.

  Are you an Asian first-gen professional tired of doing invisible labor and overfunctioning just to be noticed?  In this week's Career Unicorns - Spark Your Joy podcast, we sit down with the Zeien Cheung, Co-founder of Asians Are Strong and the visionary for Asian Women Are Strong Summit to discuss how to shift from worker bee to leader,  heal from perfectionism, and build psychological safety in our communities. We dive deep into: How immigrant family dynamics shape your career What we carry as first-gen professionals and navigating intergenerational expectations Co-founding Asians Are Strong by turning pain into purpose The silent impact of anti-Asian hate on career growth The importance of building your own network & infrastructure for success Why psychological safety is non-negotiable in community How to create a culture of belonging at work Redefining the "Asian American" identity How to activate potential in others by activating potential The #1 secret to scaling your organization The link between belonging and high performance How to stop overfunctioning & perfectionism The top quality when hiring leaders How to break out of analysis paralysis Trauma, safety, and the perfectionism trap Your worth is not your work: Asian Women Are Strong: Join the Movement (March 7th) When it's actually okay to say sorry (and when it's not) Connect with us: Learn more about our guest, Zeien Cheung, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeien-cheung-3153924/ and https://asiansarestrong.org/.  Follow our host, Samorn Selim, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/. Get a copy of Samorn's book, Career Unicorns™ 90-Day 5-Minute Gratitude Journal: An Easy & Proven Way To Cultivate Mindfulness, Beat Burnout & Find Career Joy, at https://tinyurl.com/49xdxrz8.  Ready for a career change?  Schedule a free 30-minute build your dream career consult by sending a message at www.careerunicorns.com. 

Women's History Month continues with our ‘Women Leading with Heart' series! In this week's episode, we spotlight an emerging change-maker in education, the Assistant Director of the First Gen Scholars Program at Jackson State University, Ms. Shandell Lewis. She is a first-generation college graduate, former counselor, and passionate advocate for Mississippi education that is bridging K-12 and higher ed to empower the next generation. Drawn to Jackson State's standalone first-gen program, she brought her K-12 lens to fill critical gaps—modeling transparent engagement rooted in her own first-gen journey and counseling expertise. Find out how she builds student agency by showing how “love is in the details” when recognizing the family sacrifice to attend college. Her approach helps students and families choose schools that match their ambitions, proving one woman's calling can transform lives across generations. Shandell completed her M.Ed. in Counselor Education at the University of Mississippi and received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Tougaloo College in Jackson, Mississippi. She is known as a light-giver, community servant, and temperature changer in education. As a proud first-generation graduate herself, her work is deeply personal and rooted in expanding access, support, and opportunity for students navigating college for the first time. A proud Southern belle from Vicksburg, Mississippi, she served as a licensed school counselor for four years before transitioning into higher education at Mississippi State University, where she began her career in Higher Education. Shandell is also the Founder and Owner of A Touch of Magnolia Fragrance Company, a southern luxury fragrance brand inspired by scent memory and her Mississippi roots. She is also a proud active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. To learn more about Shandell, connect with her on IG @ATouchofMagnolia or email her at shandell.m.lewis@jsums.edu.

Rest is a vital, revolutionary act for Latinas, women of color, and children of immigrants. In this episode, I explain why you might be resistant to rest and how you can start a rest and self-care practice that will actually help you grow your career. I talk about the seven types of rest, give examples of what rest looks like at different stages in life, and share how I have had to learn to rest even when I felt very resistant to it. Plus, I share a life update that will impact how I show up in the podcast. Listen now!  Resources and Links Seven Types of Rest: https://www.apa.org/topics/mental-health/seven-rest-types 6-Month 1:1 Coaching: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/discovery-call Apply for On-Air Coaching: https://forms.gle/JshV6Z6TfUw6BBnk6 Download your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FREE Resume Guide and Template⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CarlaTheFirstGenCoach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There is a quiet kind of courage that comes with being the first. First to apply. First to navigate systems your parents never had access to. First to make decisions without a roadmap. This episode is about that courage, and the trust it takes to keep moving anyway.In today's episode of Amiga Handle Your Shit, Jackie Tapia sits down with Valerie Carrillo, a first-generation Latina navigating the college application process largely on her own. With parents who did not attend college, Valerie shares what it has meant to figure things out in real time, ask for help when she needed it, and learn how to advocate for herself in rooms she was never taught how to enter.Valerie reflects on studying abroad at a young age, returning home with a broader sense of what is possible, and how that experience shaped her confidence and resilience. She opens up about the pressure many first-gen students carry, the fear of rejection, and the mindset shifts that helped her stay grounded while applying to competitive schools without guarantees.The conversation also touches on faith, timing, and learning to trust that not getting what you want right away does not mean you are failing. Valerie reminds us that outcomes do not define worth and that sometimes the long way around still gets you exactly where you are meant to be.Tune in to episode 270 of Amiga Handle Your Shit for a real and refreshing conversation on first-generation ambition, self-trust, and navigating the unknown without losing yourself.Episode Takeaways:What it's like to be first-gen with no blueprint for college (04:40)How studying abroad early built confidence and independence (11:50)Why asking for help became a turning point in her application process (24:30)The emotional side of applying to competitive universities (26:40)How faith and perspective helped her release fear around outcomes (34:10)Why rejection does not mean you are off track (34:50)Connect with Valerie:InstagramLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInJackie Tapia Arbonne's websiteBook: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it feel like to be the first in your family to graduate, earn a salary, and suddenly make more money than the people who raised you? In this episode, I'm talking with Maria Melchor, creator of FirstGenLiving, about the emotional and financial weight of being first-gen.Maria shares how she navigated guilt, money confusion, and cultural expectations while trying to build a secure financial life for herself. She talks about finding her footing, setting boundaries, and creating money habits that feel supportive instead of stressful.If you are the first in your family to “make it,” or you're working to rewrite old money stories, you'll feel right at home in this conversation.Connect with Maria:Instagram: @firstgenlivingTikTok: @firstgenlivingYou Might Like: Get the FREE Goodbye Debt Tracker! Grab my FREE Budgeting Cheat Sheet. Get the Budget My Paycheck Spreadsheet. Follow Allison on Instagram! @inspiredbudget Check out Inspired Budget's blog. Take my FREE class on How to Budget to Build Wealth!

What do you do when the doors you've worked for keep closing because of factors you can't control? In this episode, Rebeca Lopez Valerio shares how she turned “no” into fuel, built opportunities from scratch, and learned to lead with coraje, heart-forward courage rooted in identity, resilience, and values. Rebeca's story is powerful and deeply human. Born in Mexico with Indigenous roots from the Oaxaca/Puebla region, she immigrated to the U.S. at age four and navigated life as a first-generation student, while also carrying the realities of being undocumented during key years of her education and career journey. Together, we talk about what it really takes to keep showing up when the stakes are high, and how community can be the difference between feeling stuck and finding your way forward. In this episode, we cover: Indigenous heritage, language loss, and the impact of “dialects being looked down on” First-generation student survival: why community often beats 1:1 mentorship How to lead with ambition without being defined by hardship Rejection as strategy: building your brand through projects, businesses, and relationships Sustainable fashion + AI: how Apparel Assist aims to reduce clothing waste by starting in our closets Guest bio:Rebeca Lopez Valerio is a hardware engineer, entrepreneur, and community builder. A first-generation immigrant with a background in electrical engineering, she co-founded Apparel Assist, a sustainable fashion startup exploring how AI can help people rewear what they already own and reduce clothing waste. Timestamps (highlights): 00:01 – Meet Rebeca + the cultures that formed her 01:11 – Indigenous roots and the reality of language loss 05:44 – Immigrating at age four + education access 08:59 – Most overlooked resource for first-gen students: community 15:11 – “No” after “no”: how Rebeca built her personal brand 24:39 – Practical strategy: relationships, reps, and showing up anyway 29:56 – From cleaning business to Apparel Assist (AI + sustainability) 42:39 – Where to find Rebeca + Apparel Assist on Instagram Bonus: 00:01 – Legacy: impact through everyday interactions Follow Apparel Assist on Instagram, where Rebeca and her team are sharing the story behind their AI-powered sustainable fashion platform and inviting community conversation. Call to action:Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who's been shrinking to fit. Visit loriadamsbrown.com for more resources and to stay connected. Join Lori for. an exclusive with Rebeca with our Difference Makers on Patreon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Coca is a first gen hunter who has poured his life into mastering deer hunting to the point that he has become a yearly big buck killer and skilled shed hunter. He recently took the next step in his hunting journey by purchasing his own slice of The Whitetail State and now he's enjoying hunting in a whole new way.   Subscribe to Kent's Thoughts on Substack   Follow Alex: @alex.cocaa.372 Check out the First Gen Hunter Website Follow First Gen Hunter Instagram: @first.gen.hunter Facebook: @first.gen.hunter Follow Alex: @east2westhunts_alex  Follow East2West Hunts: @east2westhunts Follow Caleb: @calebleedrake  Follow Noel: @noelgandy Follow Ryan: @theuplandsocial   Support First Gen Hunter by shopping at the following partners:   East2West Hunts Use promo code: firstgen10 = 10% off any purchase Old Barn Taxidermy Tell Them The First Gen Hunter Podcast Sent You! My Medic  TideWe Use discount code: firstgen15 at checkout to save 15% Optics Planet Use discount code: fgh5 at checkout to save 5% 360 Sportsmen Use discount code: FIRSTGEN15 AlienGear Holsters FORLOH Fox River Socks Gunskins Tipton Gun Cleaning Accessories Outdoor Edge  

This week, host Marina Franklin has a powerful conversation with Janus Adams and Sami Beason on Friends Like Us as we explore Harriet Tubman's entrepreneurial spirit and how it can guide us today. An episode you can't miss for Black History Month! Janus Adams: The creator of Harriet Tubman's "A Way Out of No Way" Day, Dr. Adams is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, historian, and the author of eleven books including Sister Days: 365 Inspired Moments in African American Women's History. Her work focuses on history, race, and courage; stories that heal and empower. She hosts public radio's The Janus Adams Show and podcast. Go to: https://www.wayoutofnoway.info/ Sami Beason is a rising comedy talent from Denver, celebrated for their quick wit, authentic storytelling, and constant giggle. In 2024, they took home the Best of Fest award at the Colorado Springs Festival and now has a special on YouTube called "First Gen" through open bar. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf. Writer for HBO's 'Divorce' and the new Tracy Morgan show on Paramount Plus: 'Crutch  

you know me and and my girl chats, this one just had to happen!! Jazmin Margalef, Uruguayan, first generation Latina, fitness girly, entrepreneur, God fearing, eldest daughter and more, open her heart about her passions. She shares her struggles and her victories trying to make an impact on her community and learning to be a voice for women, especially in our culture. Her story has by far made impact and is relatable to so manySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You opened a Roth IRA… but now what?In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what to do after you open a Roth IRA — including how to actually buy investments inside of it (and why just funding the account isn't enough). I'll walk you through the process using a shopping analogy, introduce the 3-Fund Portfolio strategy, and help you avoid the biggest first-time investing mistakes I see.In this episode, you'll learn:✅ Why your Roth IRA won't grow unless you buy investments✅ How to use the “shopping cart method” to search for and purchase index funds✅ What a 3-Fund Portfolio is and how it simplifies long-term investingReady to set up a cash flow system that actually builds wealth?Learn more about 1:1 Money CoachingWant 2026 to be the year you start investing? Register for my free training — How to Build an Investing Portfolio as First Gen

I didn't know what postpartum would actually feel like until I lived through it. In this episode, I'm sharing the emotional and unexpected parts of my postpartum journey — the anxiety I didn't realize was anxiety, the grief I didn't expect, and the lessons I'm taking with me into this next chapter. In this episode, you'll learn:✅ What postpartum anxiety looked like for me (even when I didn't realize that's what it was)✅ Why grief and joy can coexist in early motherhood — and why that's not a problem✅ How I'm rebuilding routines, support, and self-compassion after a hard yearReady to set up a cash flow system that actually builds wealth?Learn more about 1:1 Money CoachingWant 2026 to be the year you start investing? Register for my free training — How to Build an Investing Portfolio as First Gen

Ever feel like you're doing everything “right” with your credit card — but still not getting ahead financially?In this episode, I break down why paying your credit card in full every month isn't the same as using it strategically to build wealth. I'll show you why I pay mine weekly (or biweekly), how this habit changed my relationship with cashflow, and how it can help you figure out if you're overspending - even if you never carry a balance.In this episode, you'll learn:✅ How “paying my credit card off in full” can create a sneaky cycle✅ A simple credit card payment routine that gives your brain instant feedback✅ How to know if you're overspending even if your credit card balance $0Ready to set up a cash flow system that actually builds wealth?Learn more about 1:1 Money CoachingWant 2026 to be the year you start investing? Register for my free training — How to Build an Investing Portfolio as First Gen

Grab your spot here: https://calendly.com/buildinggenwealth/first-gen-trainingI'm hosting a free investing training on Tues, Feb 3rd at 7:30pm EST. This training is for the first gen WOC who wants to starts learning how to invest, but has A LOT of questions & hesitations. You'll leave the training understanding so much more about investing and feeling like it's possible for you to start building your own investing portfolio...even if you're the one in your family to go first. Would love to see you there!

Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead has passed, and we celebrate his unique brand of American awesomeness on this episode and dig into the long, strange weirdness of his affiliation with the secret society at Bohemian Grove. We also talk Johnny Thunders. You guys talk more Orion and Elvis Presley and of course we play your voicemails, texts, and more. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to weekly bonus content and hear more about the Bohemian Club, become a Disgraceland All Access member at ⁠⁠⁠⁠disgracelandpod.com/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET THE NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ (formerly Twitter)  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Fan Group⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead has passed, and we celebrate his unique brand of American awesomeness on this episode and dig into the long, strange weirdness of his affiliation with the secret society at Bohemian Grove. We also talk Johnny Thunders. You guys talk more Orion and Elvis Presley and of course we play your voicemails, texts, and more. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to weekly bonus content and hear more about the Bohemian Club, become a Disgraceland All Access member at ⁠⁠⁠⁠disgracelandpod.com/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - ⁠⁠⁠⁠GET THE NEWSLETTER⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ (formerly Twitter)  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Fan Group⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Marina Franklin takes a deep dive into the future of AI with Justin Feinstein's new book, "Your Behavior Will Be Monitored," and the hilarious Sami Beason! Tune in to our latest episode for laughs, insights, and more. Justin Feinstein is a writer and storyteller across multiple media. Available now for pre-order: "Your Behavior Will Be Monitored" is Justin's debut specu-lative novel about a reckless AI company racing towards a launch, published by Tachyon Publications. The official release is in April 2026. Justin is also an essayist and culture writer and has written about jazz for the Associated Press, about the UFC for VICE, and about being a celebrity doppelgänger for Salon. His work as an advertising copywriter and creative director has received accolades from the New York Times, Adweek, and BuzzFeed. Justin works as an editor and writing coach and is an instructor for the Sackett Street Writers' Workshop. He was a Berklee-trained profes-sional hand percussionist in a past life and performed, recorded, and taught music for ten years. More recently, Justin earned an MA in media studies from The New School. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, writer Julia Fierro, their two children, and two dogs. Sami Beason is a rising comedy talent from Denver, celebrated for their quick wit, authentic storytelling, and constant giggle. In 2024, they took home the Best of Fest award at the Colorado Springs Festival and now has a special on YouTube called "First Gen" through open bar.    

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Welcome to Season Six of the First Gen Coach Podcast! This episode is all about redefining leadership for first gen professionals. I am interviewed by first-generation Latina social worker Sara Diaz. We talk about my journey of leadership, what leadership means to me, and how first gen professionals can create their own definition not just of leadership, but of success. I talk about the importance of community, owning your worth, and how to overcome self-doubt. If leadership is an area you'd like to focus on this year, this episode is for you! Stay in touch with Sara Diaz on Instagram via @TheFirstGenMadrina or via https://thefirstgenmadrina.com. Listen to The First Gen Madrina Podcast    Resources and Links6-Month 1:1 Coaching: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/discovery-callApply for On-Air Coaching: https://forms.gle/JshV6Z6TfUw6BBnk6Download your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FREE Resume Guide and Template⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CarlaTheFirstGenCoach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's episode,Jannese sits down with Diana Garcia, founder of Amigas y Dinero, to explore her personal journey from nonprofit work to becoming a full-time money coach helping Latinas rewrite their financial stories.Diana shares how a pivotal decision during the pandemic, choosing not to return to a two-hour commute led her to create her own income, community, and career. She opens up about growing up in an immigrant household in LA, the scarcity mindset she witnessed, and her mission to help others build wealth from a place of joy, not sacrifice.From saving $10,000 in under a year on a modest income, to helping clients break free from paycheck-to-paycheck cycles, Diana offers actionable insights for tackling debt, increasing income, and navigating the unique financial challenges first-gen families face. She also gets real about overcoming fear, advocating for yourself in the workplace, and having money conversations with your parents.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How Diana turned a pandemic pivot into a thriving coaching businessPractical strategies to save more—without extreme sacrificeWhy growing your income can be more effective than cutting expensesSide hustle ideas based on your skills and passionsHow to address limiting beliefs that hold you back financiallyNavigating family expectations as the “first-gen retirement plan”Why community, mentorship, and environment matter for financial growthMore from YQD™:Full show notes: Visit our blog.Watch the full interview on YouTube — don't forget to subscribe!Grab my book Financially Lit! in English or Español.Ready to level up? Learn more about our signature programs.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/dinero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Ryan Uffens from Hunt Stealth Podcast shares his experiences and insights from his bow hunting journey, discussing the challenges and learning moments he encountered throughout the hunting season. He reflects on the importance of preparation, understanding wildlife behavior, and the thrill of the hunt. Additionally, he introduces his new product, Bison King, highlighting its nutritional benefits and the story behind its creation.Use code [FIRSTGEN] to save on https://bsnkng.com/Ryan shares his first experiences with elk and deer hunting.He emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes in hunting.Scent plays a crucial role in hunting success.Preparation and the right equipment are essential for a successful hunt.Ryan launched a new Bison Jerky product with his son, BSN KNG.He encourages new hunters to take opportunities when they arise.The conversation highlights the camaraderie and learning in the hunting community.Chapters00:00 The Watch Connection and Tech Preferences02:50 Bow Hunting: A New Journey Begins06:01 Experiences in the Field: Learning and Growth09:09 The Thrill of the Hunt: First Encounters12:11 The Call of the Wild: Elk and Mule Deer Adventures14:51 The Scent of Success: Recognizing Animal Signs17:58 The Evolution of a Hunter: From Novice to Passionate21:01 The Challenges of Calling: Learning the Sounds of Nature23:56 The Unique Smell of Elk: A Hunter's Perspective28:02 Hunting Experiences and Lessons Learned50:20 Launching Bison King: A New Venture56:57 Podcasting Journey and Community Connections

In this episode, Catalina Del Carmen sits down with Anna N'Jie-Konte for a real conversation about money, survival, and building wealth from scratch. Anna shares what it was like growing up with financial instability, how that shaped her relationship with money, and what it actually takes to become a first-generation wealth builder. They talk about risk (the kind nobody prepares you for), lifestyle creep, why “making more money” doesn't automatically fix your money problems, and what it really means to have financial support — emotionally and strategically. This isn't fluffy finance talk. It's honest, practical, and rooted in self-awareness. If you're trying to be the one who changes the money story in your family, this episode will hit. Follow Anna on Instagram: @annanjiekonte Learn more at: https://www.poderwealth.com/  

In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring podcast, I tackle the common misconception that rest only counts if you're asleep, napping, or doing nothing. Inspired by Dr. Sandra Dalton-Smith's book, titled Sacred Rest, I introduce several often-overlooked types of rest and offer practical examples of how you can start practicing them. Join me as I explore how different forms of rest can restore your mind, emotions, relationships, and more, especially for first-gen students, including college and grad students. Stick around till the end for reflective questions that can help you identify the type of rest you need most right now.Learn more and save your seat at my Compassionate Accountability Retreat here.Get on the waitlist for my group coaching program, the Grad Empowerment Coaching Circle, here.If you liked what you heard, check out episode 184 on how to foster joy in grad school.Get your free copy of my Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit ⁠here⁠.Support our free resources with a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠one-time or monthly donation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  This podcast is a proud member of the Atabey & Co. Network.*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Jannese sits down with therapist, writer, and Latina mental health educator Israa Nasir for a conversation that is about to drag all of us (in the best way). We're talking toxic productivity—why we glorify burnout, why rest feels like a sin, and why so many of us (especially first-gen, immigrant, and women-of-color communities) feel like the whole world will fall apart if we slow down for 5 minutes.if you feel guilty taking a nap, or if your self-worth is low-key tied to your to-do list… yeah. This episode is for you.What We Get Into02:02 – The Moment She Realized Productivity Was Becoming Toxic03:41 – First-Gen & Immigrant Upbringing + Hustle Culture05:48 – Rest = Laziness? The Messages We Grew Up With07:34 – The Emotional Payoff Behind Chronic Busyness10:32 – Toxic Productivity vs. Healthy Productivity14:44 – When Work Becomes a Coping Mechanism16:56 – The Financial Pressure to Keep Producing18:06 – Creativity as a Tool for Emotional Regulation21:42 – Stop Monetizing Your Joy22:43 – Social Media, Comparison, & Overstimulation27:00 – It's Not a Willpower Issue28:41 – Separating Your Worth from Your Achievements31:38 – How Busyness Is Breaking Community & Connection34:33 – Israa's Personal Boundaries & How She Stays Healthy37:03 – Jannese's Own Experience with Burnout & Book Tour Story.39:23 – Breaking the Cycle as Parents43:23 – Screens, Exhaustion & Parenting in Survival ModeAbout Today's GuestIsraa Nasir is a therapist, writer, and the author of Toxic Productivity. Her work focuses on emotional wellness, preventative mental health, and giving people the language they need to understand themselves. Her Substack dives deeper into culture, identity, emotional regulation, and community care.

In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring podcast, I discuss the emotionally charged nature of writing and the systemic barriers that often hinder consistent writing progress. I share my experiences with overcoming these obstacles during my time in grad school and introduce the concept of a “gentle writing retreat.” With a focus on compassion and realistic goal-setting, I outline how to structure a supportive and effective writing retreat, whether solo at home or with a group virtually or in-person. You'll learn about how to set realistic goals, preparing materials in advance, and the importance of community and accountability. I also announce my upcoming two-day virtual retreat aimed at helping first-gen students and professionals make significant progress on long-term projects in a supportive environment.If you liked what you heard, check out my writing related podcast episodes here. Learn more and save your seat at my Compassionate Accountability Retreat here.Get your free copy of my Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit ⁠here⁠.Support our free resources with a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠one-time or monthly donation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  This podcast is a proud member of the Atabey & Co. Network.*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BA Fam, today’s Wash Day Woosah is a treat. We’ve got our girl Giovanna “Gigi” Gonzalez aka The First Gen Mentor, author of Cultura & Cash, and three-time BA guest back on the mic. But this time, she’s not joining us from Chicago… she’s calling in from Spain! In this episode, Gigi shares the money moves and life decisions that made it possible for her and her husband to pack up and move abroad. We talk about: The financial planning behind her big move (and what she wishes she’d known sooner). How she turned her biggest regret—never studying abroad—into a mid-career dream come true. The not-so-sexy side of moving abroad: visas, taxes, and the Spanish version of the IRS (spoiler: don’t mess with Hacienda). What’s surprised her most about living in Spain (yes, even the credit cards work differently). Why she’s pushing for a Spanish-language version of her book to serve first-gen families across borders. We also get real about career pivots, the rise and fall of DEI budgets, navigating relationships with neurodivergence, and why sometimes the real flex isn’t retiring early—it’s having the freedom to choose how and when you work. Resources & Links: Follow Gigi on IG and TikTok: @thefirstgenmentor Grab her book Cultura en Cash wherever you get your books Join the BA Fam newsletter at brownambitionpodcast.com Let’s Connect:IG: @brownambitionpodcast | @mandimoneyEmail: brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com We launched a Patreon!