Art, Advocacy & Healing: A MuzeTalk with Valeria Maldonado

Art, Advocacy & Healing: A MuzeTalk with Valeria Maldonado

Actress, writer, producer, and mental health advocate Valeria Maldonado joins MuzeTalk for an honest conversation about storytelling, healing, and purpose. Valeria shares the inspiration behind her Imagen Award–nominated film The Three Sisters and why mental health advocacy is central to her work. A powerful reminder that art can create space for healing and meaningful change.

Reflections of Confidence: Self-Love, Beauty & Becoming with Natalie Malchev

In this heartfelt MuzeTalk episode, Natalie Malchev joins us to talk about self-love, identity, and the power of seeing yourself through a kinder lens. As a celebrity makeup artist and Miss California America 2025, Natalie challenges traditional beauty narratives and shares how she’s using her platform to help women recognize the beauty they already carry.

Confidence Starts Underneath: Heather Hemmens on Empowerment, Entrepreneurship & Galifornia Undies

In this powerful episode, Heather Hemmens joins us to celebrate the launch of Galifornia Undies, her new brand redefining confidence, comfort, and self-expression. We dive into her journey as an actress and entrepreneur, how she built a brand rooted in joy and empowerment, and why confidence truly starts underneath. What we cover: * The inspiration behind Galifornia Undies * Building a brand with purpose and heart * How Heather balances Hollywood and entrepreneurship * Why confidence + comfort matter more than ever * Creating products that lift women up—literally and spiritually * The power of reinvention and trusting your voice Links & Resources:  Modern Muze: https://modernmuze.com [https://modernmuze.com/]  Galifornia Undies: https://galiforniaundies.com [https://galiforniaundies.com/]

“Fitness as Self-Love” featuring Susy Diab

In this empowering episode, we sit down with Susy Diab, a Latina certified personal trainer, nutrition specialist, and founder of The SlimFit Method. Susy opens up about her journey to holistic health — from running marathons to redefining what it means to move from a place of love rather than pressure. We explore how wellness is not about perfection, but about connection: to your body, your purpose, and your inner strength. Whether you’re starting your fitness journey or reigniting your routine, this conversation will leave you inspired to see your workouts as a form of self-care, not self-criticism. Tune in for practical tips, real talk, and a fresh perspective on health, mindset, and the Latina glow from within.

Money, Mindset & Muze Energy with Brittney Castro

In this episode of MuzeTalk, Zulay sits down with Brittney Castro, Certified Financial Planner and Head of Education at Signal Advisors, to break down the financial facts every Latina should know. They talk about the real stats on Latinas and money, why financial literacy is still an act of empowerment, and simple ways to start building wealth with confidence. Brittney shares practical tools, mindset shifts, and resources that can help you take control of your financial story — no matter where you’re starting. This is your reminder: being your own Muze includes being smart with your money.