Latina Leadership Podcast

Season 11 is here, amiga, and we're kicking things off with Jessa McKinnis, founder of Jessa McKinnis Consulting. In this episode, Jessa gets real about the ups and downs of launching a business, facing criticism, and finding purpose through a strengths-based approach. We discuss how leaning into your unique talents (even when others don't quite understand them) can help you lead with confidence, both at work, at home, and in your community. It's a heart-to-heart about leadership, career fulfillment, and creating spaces where everyone can thrive. This episode is filled with insights you don't want to miss!

In this special "Best of Season 10" episode, co-host Andrea Diaz reflects on the powerful stories, honest moments, and major takeaways that made this season unforgettable. These conversations made us laugh, cry, and feel seen. Andrea also shares what these stories meant to her personally. If you're new here, this is a perfect way to jump in. And if you've been with us all season – gracias, amiga. Juntas, we are stronger. Thank you for being part of this journey!

This week, amiga, we're getting real with Marcela Arietta, holistic therapist and entrepreneur. Marcela walks us through what it really takes to stay grounded while running a business, especially when working with family. She shares how healing stress, setting energetic boundaries, and staying connected to her cultural roots have shaped her journey. We talk about spiritual hygiene (yes, that's a thing!), the importance of honoring emotions, and why gratitude isn't just a mood, it's a mindset. This episode is a reminder that taking care of yourself is part of the hustle.

Amiga, in this episode, we're joined by the powerful and intuitive Jasmin Alejandrez, astrologer, psychic, numerologist, and all-around spiritual guide. Jasmin opens up about what it's like doing decolonial and liberation-centered spiritual work while navigating censorship and tokenization. She shares the deep influence of her abuela, a proud bruja, and how reconnecting with ancestral wisdom shaped her path. We talk Tarot, spiritual awakenings, and the healing power of embracing your inner child. Jasmin also gets real about the challenges our communities face in reclaiming spiritual practices rooted in our culture. This is a conversation you don't want to miss!

In this episode, we’re pulling up a seat with two powerhouse mujeres—Hady Mendez and Nancy Marmolejo—the heart and soul behind Lean In Latinas, a national volunteer-run organization creating space for Latinas to connect, grow, and rise together. From closing the pay gap to building meaningful mentorship circles, these two are on a mission to support Latinas through every step of their professional and personal journeys. We talk about building community from scratch, navigating those tough workplace moments, and why lifting others as you climb isn’t optional, it’s essential. Don’t miss out on this amazing conversation, amiga!