Amiga, Handle Your Shit

What if your relationship with money could shift from stress to flow?

This episode is an invitation to rethink everything you’ve been taught about money, worth, and abundance. Too often, cultural beliefs, fear, or old habits keep us from receiving fully and, in turn, block the natural flow of prosperity. But when we shift our perspective, money becomes more than numbers in an account. It becomes energy, currency, and possibility.

Tune in to Episode 247 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, for a lively roundtable with Jackie, Maricela, and Lizette as they break down money myths, share real stories of giving and receiving, and explore how faith, entrepreneurship, and trust play a role in financial growth. From seeding money with intention, to learning how to receive without guilt, to reframing privilege as a blessing, this conversation is both practical and spiritual. It is a powerful reminder that abundance is always available when we let it flow.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Money is energy, don’t block its natural flow

✨ Receiving is as important as giving

✨ Entrepreneurship requires trust and faith

✨ Reframe privilege as a blessing, not a limitation

✨ Gratitude expands abundance in unexpected ways

✨ Invest in yourself and your community

Ready to experience abundance in action?

Discover Jackie’s exclusive micro-events, designed for women ready to elevate their wealth, community, and luxury. From Cards and Caviar to Sense and Sovereignty, these gatherings combine play, strategy, and sisterhood. Spots are limited. Learn more and join at www.jackietapia.com.

Connect with Marisela Arechiga:

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New Generation Home Improvements Website

New Generation Home Improvements Instagram

Connect with Lizette Espinosa:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Infanttech's Website

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LinkedIn

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Some experiences shape you early, whether you’re ready for them or not. For Monica Guardian, a defining childhood moment became the quiet force behind a lifetime of service. With over two decades of experience in public service, nonprofit leadership, and healthcare, she has developed programs that empower youth, strengthen families, and protect seniors—all rooted in a deep conviction that community care saves lives.

This episode shows what happens when resilience is paired with action. Monica didn’t just pursue a career—she built a purpose. Her story reveals how empathy, persistence, and vision can turn personal trials into a legacy of leadership and impact.

In this episode of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, Monica Guardian opens up about growing up in East Los Angeles, co-founding a youth nonprofit as a teenager, and rising through the ranks of city government to manage multimillion-dollar community programs. She shares her international work on cyber safety, her leadership in healthcare, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, mentorship, and multiplying leaders.

Monica opens up about starting a youth-led nonprofit as a teenager, running multimillion-dollar programs for the City of Los Angeles, and now shaping senior care as an executive in the healthcare sector. Her story is one of courage, service, and leadership rooted in empathy.

Tune in to episode 246 of Amiga Handle Your Shit if you’ve ever questioned whether you have the strength to keep going. This episode will remind you: not only can you rise, you can transform hardship into impact for generations to come.

Episode Takeaways:

• Monica’s East LA upbringing and the family foundation that shaped her values (02:57)
• How the murder of her brother fueled her lifelong commitment to community service (05:16)
• Founding the East Los Angeles Youth Leadership Council as a teenager (08:12)
• What she learned about persistence while securing $63,000 in funding as a teen activist (09:37)
• Lessons in empathy, leadership, and public service from her time in city government (13:55)
• Her international work on cyber safety in Uruguay (24:06)
• Why building other leaders—not just leading—is the true test of leadership (31:10)
• How she blends family, career, and service while raising five children in a blended household (37:12)
• Monica’s perspective on funding challenges in the nonprofit and health sectors (42:34)
• Her two powerful tips for every Amiga to “handle her shit”: show up for yourself daily and use the to-do list as your compass (45:47)

Connect with Monica Guardian:

• LinkedIn

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• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Have you ever wondered if what you are dealing with is really your shit to handle?

In this episode, we’re honored to host badass Latina, Dr. Esther Zeledon, President and Co-founder of Be.Act.Change. Born in Nicaragua, Dr. Zeledon faced death at the early age of two. The feeling of her life being spared, plus the urge to overachieve that Latinos experience when they migrate to America, translated into perfectionist and people-pleasing tendencies, a weight that Dr. Zeledon would carry around for years. Still, those traits fueled her professional development. She is an entrepreneur, coach, international development professional, mentor, former diplomat, scientist, and so much more. Dr. Zeledon is also the best-selling author of "Creating Your Limitless Life: …On Your Terms," where she shares her incredible journey of resilience and evolution.

Tune in to Episode 245 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, to learn about Dr. Zeledon’s remarkable journey from battling perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies, to leading a global movement. Gain insights into navigating passion and purpose, and learn practical strategies to reclaim control over your life and unlock your true potential.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

✨A bit about Dr. Zeledon's incredible childhood in Nicaragua (5:20)

✨What it’s like growing up as a people-pleaser and perfectionist (10:50)

✨The moment Dr. Zeledon realized she was living to "tick the boxes" (18:00)

✨How we can distinguish if we are living in alignment (25:50)

✨You already became your childhood dream (37:20)

✨Dr. Zeledon's tips on how amigas can handle their shit (39:00)

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Dr. Esther Zeledon - Creating Your Limitless Life: ...On Your Terms
• Creating Your Limitless Life Workbook

Connect with Dr. Esther Zeledon:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram

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• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne website
• Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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Tech is everywhere, but representation still lags, especially for Latinas. Despite being one of the fastest-growing demographics in the workforce, Latinas remain underrepresented in the rooms where major tech and business decisions are made. But that’s starting to change. When you combine global experience, technical skill, and a fearless mindset, you don’t just participate in the industry, you help shape it!

This episode proves what's possible when Latinas take up space, lead innovation, and use their voice to create lasting impact.

In this episode, I'm joined by Christina D. Gallegos, an accomplished Latina leader and the CEO and founder of Gradient Coast. With a powerhouse resume spanning Google, Disney, J&J, and Coca-Cola, Christina shares how her background in product management, operations, and strategy has allowed her to succeed across global industries and now consults businesses on how to merge technology with purpose. A SoCal native with global roots, she brings a rare mix of corporate wisdom and entrepreneurial grit.

Tune in to episode 244 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn how Christina moved through corporate America, led life-saving innovations with Google Maps, and now mentors the next generation of tech leaders. She shares how technology touches every industry, what businesses are getting wrong about AI, and what it takes to go from corporate comfort to entrepreneurial risk. If you’re on the edge of your next big move, this conversation will give you the push you need.

Episode Takeaways:

• "Technology is like water; it’s everywhere and essential." (03:55)
• How Christina helped users survive wildfires and war with Google Maps (06:24)
• A Disney project that changed Halloween for thousands of families (10:26)
• Bringing tech into small and mid-size businesses and optimizing operations (14:26)
• When leaving corporate is a must (even if you work at a tech giant!) (16:38)
• Christina's 3-step playbook for going from side hustle to CEO (19:12)
• How to decompress and find balance as a high achiever (22:05)
• Christina's top advice for any Amiga trying to handle her shit (27:24)

Connect with Christina D. Gallegos:

• LinkedIn
• Gradient Coast

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Have you ever wondered what makes you a badass Latina? 

Many of our traits, even the ones we are most proud of, might come from dark times our ancestors had to go through.

In today's episode, I'm joined by the incredible Adriana Palomares, a first generation Attorney, Entrepreneur, and Author of "Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment," a wonderfully written book meant to inspire and empower Latinos by providing a comprehensive look at our ancestors' journey.

Throughout this episode, you'll hear Adriana's writing process, the life-altering decisions she had to make to focus her energies on finishing the book, and her time management tactics to write, and take care of her family and career without losing it. Adriana also talks about using her family story and personal experiences as inspiration to create her fictional, inspirational novel, shares tips for Amigas to handle their shit, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 243 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn more about Adriana's perfectly told story of a first-gen Latina on her way to finding success and happiness after migrating from Mexico.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

✨A quick update on Adriana's life (6:00)

✨About the life-altering decisions Adriana had to make (7:40)

✨Adriana explains what is "Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment" about (13:40)

✨Adriana talks about the unique approach to vulnerability in her book (22:30)

✨What readers can expect from Adriana's book (28:00)

✨Adriana shares advice for Amigas to handle their shit (29:30)

Connect with Adriana Palomares:

• Website
• Instagram
• Book: Adriana Palomares - Brava: A Latina Lawyer's Path to Empowerment
• The Libros - Lincoln Heights Instagram

Let's Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne website
• Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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Being “one of the guys” was once the only way to survive in the tech industry. But what happens when a powerhouse Latina executive decides not just to survive, but to lead, disrupt, and uplift others along the way?

In this episode, I'm joined by the extraordinary Sandra Lopez, a visionary executive, investor, and changemaker with over two decades of experience at top-tier companies like Intel, Microsoft, and Adobe. As CEO of Ambiventures, Sandra has mastered the art of transforming business models and launching new ventures from within legacy corporations. A recognized thought leader on inclusive design and Latina leadership, Sandra opens up about her journey navigating identity, career pivots, and creating impact on her own terms.

Tune in to Episode 242 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and hear how Sandra Lopez built a legacy at the intersection of business brilliance and cultural authenticity. From the pressures of being first-generation to the decision to launch her own company, this conversation is a powerful reminder that you do not have to sacrifice your truth in order to lead. Sandra shares the personal moments, hard pivots, and intentional mindset shifts that helped her redefine success not just for herself, but for the next generation of Latinas in leadership.

Episode Takeaways:

• Why Sandra hid her identity in the early days of her career (and what made her change) (6:20)
• The emotional toll of watching immigrant families being separated at the border (11:50)
• How Latino consumers can make an impact through strategic boycotts (14:00)
• From fashion to tech: How Sandra pivoted her career path by packaging her superpower (14:50)
• What Sandra learned from building businesses during the dot-com era (17:10)
• The emotional exhaustion of overdelivering and always seeking approval (21:00)
• Why Sandra left corporate and built a career around flexibility, choice, and service (24:10)
• “Everyone has a role in the mission”: A powerful blueprint for leading with purpose (29:50)
• Why joy, gratitude, and abundance are non-negotiables for Sandra today (34:50)
• Sandra's #1 tip for handling your shit: Love yourself first (35:50)

Connect with Sandra Lopez:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Do you feel like the world is shifting faster than you can keep up?

This solo episode is a powerful wake-up call for every Amiga ready to rise in this new era. As systems break down and technology evolves at lightning speed, it’s time to stop sitting on the sidelines and start claiming your power in your finances, your mindset, and your future.

Tune in to Episode 241 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, for a deeply honest conversation about the disruption we’re all experiencing and how to lean into the unknown with courage and curiosity. You’ll hear a personal reflection on stepping away from traditional advice, diving into blockchain, crypto, and investing, and how you can begin to empower yourself with knowledge and intention. If you’ve been afraid to start or unsure where to go next, this is your loving push to get in the game and write your own script.

Key Takeaways:

✨ The disruption is here—don’t be a late adopter

✨ You don’t need to be an expert to start

✨ Financial literacy is liberation

✨ Blockchain and Web3 put power in your hands

✨ Build wealth with intention and courage

✨ You are capable, worthy, and right on time

Ready to go deeper?

Visit www.jackietapia.com to join one of our upcoming micro-events or explore personalized coaching opportunities designed to help you take action, build confidence, and claim your power in the next season of your life. 

Let's Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne website
• Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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In many Latino communities, technology is often seen as something distant, reserved for Silicon Valley, startups, or someone else’s kids. We're typically the last to adopt it, the last to be invited in, and the first to be left behind. But that narrative is changing. A new wave of Latina leaders is rising, embracing tools like ChatGPT not just to catch up but to leap ahead. So, what happens when we stop fearing tech and start using it to expand our businesses and reclaim our power?

In this episode, I’m joined by powerhouse Latinas and returning guests Marisela Arechiga and Lizette Espinosa, who are leading the charge in helping our community understand and adopt Artificial Intelligence for both business and personal empowerment. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a stay-at-home mom, or someone feeling like you're getting left behind in the tech wave, this conversation will flip the script.

Tune in to Episode 240 as we demystify the world of AI and break down how tools like ChatGPT and bots can revolutionize your day-to-day. From saving hours of research, planning family vacations, creating P&Ls, launching business strategies, and even dreaming with your future self—this episode is your AI awakening. Don't let fear or confusion hold you back. This isn’t just tech talk—it’s about reclaiming power, staying competitive, and setting our kids up for the future.

Episode Takeaways:

AI is a tool of transformation. Marisela shares how using ChatGPT shifted her mindset and productivity in just six months (3:10)

Why the Latino struggle with cultural lag in adopting new technologies and how this can hold our community back (5:00)

Lizette and Marisela break down how to get started with ChatGPT, move into bots, and eventually leverage full AI agents. (7:00)

Creating personalized AI bots for every area of your life (13:20)

What AI can’t do (and why that’s our advantage) (16:30)

AI can be your best personal assistant (26:30)

Manifesting with AI. How ChatGPT can help us visualize, plan, and co-create our dreams (28:10)

Why not using AI is a disservice to your children (33:00)

Connect with Marisela Arechiga:

Instagram

New Generation Home Improvements Website

New Generation Home Improvements Instagram

Connect with Lizette Espinosa:

Instagram

LinkedIn

Infanttech's Website

Let's Connect!

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website

Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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Have you ever wondered how your voice could spark change and uplift an entire community?

This episode is a powerful reminder of how sharing our stories can break cycles of silence, expose injustice, and amplify voices that are often overlooked. When we dare to speak up, we not only honor our own truth but also open doors for others to do the same.

Steph C. Martinez is an award-winning multimedia journalist, storyteller, and fierce advocate for representation. Born in Barranquilla, Colombia, she immigrated to the U.S. at 16 and has since worked with major media outlets like Univision, Telemundo, and Voice of America. As the powerhouse behind Steph H M News, Steph is on a divine mission to uplift Latinas, Latinos, and their narratives with truth, beauty, and boldness, whether she’s on camera, behind the mic, or deep in community.

Tune in to Episode 238 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Jackie sits down with Steph C. Martinez to explore the heart of why she does what she does. Steph opens up about the investigative stories that have moved her most, like uncovering immigration scams that preyed on vulnerable families, and the emotional toll and triumphs of chasing truth. She also shares how losing her role at Voice of America due to federal cuts became a catalyst for growing her own creative studio and helping others show up confidently on camera.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Storytelling is a tool for justice and visibility

✨ Trust your gut when uncovering hard truths

✨ Even fearless journalists get nervous—do it anyway

✨ Silence can perpetuate harm; speaking up heals

✨ When doors close, redirection brings new purpose

✨ Using your platform can empower entire communities

Connect with Steph C. Martinez:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Get Steph’s Course

Let's Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne website
• Buy The Amiga Way's Book

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What happens when an actress takes control of her career and decides to use every actor's pain points as fuel for innovation? You get Rafy, an AI-powered acting partner.

In this episode, I’m joined by Jamila Hache, a Venezuelan actress, tech innovator, and co-founder of Rafy, a revolutionary AI app that helps actors rehearse their lines. Jamila opens up about some of the difficulties of working in the entertainment industry, the struggles of being a multi-hyphenate creative, and shares her deeply inspiring story of resilience, creativity, and resourcefulness that led her to build a tool for the acting community.

Tune in to Episode 238 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn how Jamila turned breakdown into breakthrough. You’ll hear about the power of writing your own parts, how Rafy went from idea to product, and how Jamila overcame self-doubt and impostor syndrome to innovate from within. She also shares why community matters, what she's learned from failure, and how embracing the unknown was her greatest tool of transformation.

Episode Takeaways:

• Jamila’s early career and connection to acting (3:58)
• The moment that pushed her to build Rafy (10:10)
• How it feels to have a 24/7 AI-powered acting partner (15:40)
• Making it up for a community that was left out of tech improvements (19:40)
• Advice for Amigas who want to reinvent themselves (23:10)
• The emotional milestone that confirmed she was on the right path (25:20)
• How Jamila sees failure now (28:00)

Connect with Jamila Hache:

• Website
• Instagram
• IMDb
• Follow Between Takes on Instagram
• Download Rafy

Let’s Connect!

• Website
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Jackie Tapia Arbonne's website
• Book: The AMIGA Way: Release Cultural Limiting Beliefs to Transform Your Life

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