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This week we’re thrilled to welcome the fabulous Gina Brillon, a top Latina comedian, actor, and author, hailing from the boogie-down Bronx. Join us as we explore Gina's journey in the entertainment industry, her insights on staying authentic, and how she managed to secure deals with some of the largest networks in the world.
During the Talk that Talk segment, Victoria Jenn and Gina dive deep into the recent backlash faced by actress Zoe Saldańa and how the complexity of our Latinidad can work for or against us.
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Esmeralda Baez came to this country in her teens living with her family of 5 in one room, didn’t speak a word of English, suffered from a stroke, and managed to become one of the top Dominican women in media. 💃🏻
In this episode, Esme shares how she has built a profitable personal brand using her cultura as a competitive advantage and gives us a peek into her entrepreneurial ventures.
🌶️ Things then get spicy when host Victoria Jenn shares her personal experiences with men offering to pay for her to get a BBL, and discusses the competition that exists among Latinas for the attention of men.
Discover Esmeralda’s books on Amazon and explore her product at GoNightKnight.com. Connect with her on Instagram @es__xo
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In this episode, host Victoria Jenn Rodriguez sits down with jewelry designer, entrepreneur and philanthropist Simone I. Smith. Known for her successful jewelry line and being married to hip-hop icon LL Cool J for over 29 years, Simone shares her journey from being an "around the way girl" to building her empire with her bestie, Mary J. Blige.
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This week, Victoria Jenn shares a clip from her annual #SecureTheBigBag & Wellness Summit. Meet wellness expert Candy Calderón as she delivers a powerful keynote on brain health and cognitive wellness from a Latina perspective. In this eye-opening talk, Candy shares personal stories of burnout, discusses why brain health matters especially for communities of color, and provides practical strategies to optimize your brain function.
Discover simple brain exercises, nutrition tips, and lifestyle changes that can help prevent cognitive decline at any age. As Candy says, "Our genetics can be the pistol, but our lifestyle is the trigger."
Featured in Forbes and recognized at the White House for her work on brain health, Candy brings her expertise to the Banking on Cultura community with actionable advice for entrepreneurs and professionals who want to protect their most valuable asset - their brain.
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In this vulnerable solo episode, Victoria Jenn shares her recent experience as a caregiver for her father who underwent major spinal surgery. From managing hospital stays to handling paperwork, she breaks down everything you need to know about caring for a loved one while maintaining your own well-being and business.
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- Self-care tips while being a caregiver
- How to keep your loved one's spirits up
- Managing a business during family emergencies
- Organizing medical information & appointments
- Financial considerations & preparation
If you're caring for an elderly parent or want to be prepared for the future, this episode is for you. Let's have the tough conversations now so we can be ready when life happens. 💕
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This episode originally released September 23rd, 2023.
Victoria Jenn welcomes the #1 Latina in Cannabis, Christine De La Rosa, CEO and founder of the People's Ecosystem, a cannabis company in California and New Mexico. Christine is a trailblazer in the industry, serving as the fund manager for the People's Group, a fund that invests in BIPOC and women-led cannabis companies. She shares her remarkable journey into the industry, driven by her personal experience using cannabis to manage her crippling health issues, including lupus. We break down the reasons why you need to seriously consider investing in the cannibus industry before it's too late, how to raise money and manage investors, and uncover the history behind how this plant was used against Latino and Black communities, even though our ancestors used the plant freely as medicine.
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This week we had an incredible session with the one and only DJ Mode aka Efrain Merced. DJ Mode shares his inspiring journey from the Bronx projects to DJing for Britney Spears, and becoming the first Latino DJ to headline the US Open. We also covered the importance of negotiation strategies, building strong client relationships, and scaling your business. Don’t miss this episode—it’s packed with actionable advice to elevate your entrepreneurial game!
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WARNING: This episode is for grown folks. Expect grown language. Grab your ear pods if the kiddos are around, and leave the pearls at home, because we get deep and honest in this episode.
Victoria Jenn and Alechia Reese, an international host and transformation coach discuss:
Join us in this episode to dive into an unfiltered conversation that explores the intricate balance of personal happiness, relationships, and professional aspirations.
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A new year calls for new journal prompts to get you thinking about your purpose in 2025 and beyond. This week Victoria Jenn shares her top prompts for identifying your passion, reinventing yourself, and setting yourself up to unleash the badass that lives within you.
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🎄 This week we’re live from Miami joined by the ladies of The Mama’s Den discussing the highs and lows of family traditions and the pressure women face to upload traditions. 🎁
BOC Squad, what holiday traditions are important to you? Is there a specific story you want to share with us? Get in on the conversation and let us know over at [email protected] OR you can always submit a DM over @bankingoncultura on Instagram.
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