From Tourist to Local: Reinventing Yourself

In this raw, stream-of-consciousness episode, Mafe opens up about her deeply personal journey from feeling like she didn’t belong anywhere… to realizing that she is her own home.

After leaving Venezuela — not just because of political instability, but also because she couldn’t fully be herself in a culture that felt performative — Mafe spiraled into survival mode. Working obsessively in the service industry and drinking daily to numb the pain of constant change, she lost her sense of stability.

The turning point? A bright yellow book (“You Are a Badass” by Jen Sincero) that sparked the beginning of her self-development journey.

In this episode, Mafe reflects on:

• How losing her mom at 14 shaped her relationship with money, grief, and home
• Why she used to outsource her identity to work, alcohol, and others
• Her decision to leave her apartment of 6.5 years to travel for six months
• What it really means to become your own foundation

This episode explores the universal truth that we are the only constant in our own lives, and the importance of becoming your own foundation rather than seeking belonging externally. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest act of self-love is learning to be at peace with yourself, wherever you are in the world.

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In part 2 of our conversation with Dante Deeper, we dive into the juicy stuff - performance, embodiment, sexuality, and what it really means to move at your own pace in a world obsessed with speed.

Dante shares their journey from being too shy to sing in middle school chorus to performing drag, burlesque, becoming an erotic artist and OnlyFans creator. But this isn't just about performance - it's about the courage to explore who you are authentically, even when it scares you.

⚡Mentioned in this episode:

• How fear and desire often point to the same thing
• Why Dante spent 4 years deciding to become an erotic artist (and the mindset shift that finally made them ready)
• The difference between pandering to others vs. creating from authentic desire
• What "moving slowly" looks like when you're building creative projects
• How to define success beyond money and visibility
• Why taking time to "marinate" your ideas might be the secret to authentic expression

Connect with Dante Deeper

Website | https://linktr.ee/dantedeeper

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Substack | deeperbydante.substack.com

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• Oracle reading with Dante Deeper
• Buy my cards and talismans
• Book Dante Deeper to do tarot/oracle readings or to dance/perform at an event
• Invite Dante Deeper to be an artist/performer in residence

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What happens when the spiritual path you were raised on no longer fits who you're becoming? In this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with artist Dante Deeper to explore their journey from Christian household to queer oracle creator - and why they never had to choose between spirit and sexuality.

⚡Mentioned on this episode:

• From New York's rigid scheduling to Puerto Rico's flow state
• How "Dante Deeper" was born and how it represents both spiritual and physical exploration
• The difference between tarot and oracle cards, and why Dante is creating The Edge Oracle

Connect with Dante Deeper

Website | https://linktr.ee/dantedeeper

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/deeperbydante | https://www.instagram.com/dantedeeper

Substack | deeperbydante.substack.com

Offerings

• Oracle reading with Dante Deeper
• Buy my cards and talismans
• Book Dante Deeper to do tarot/oracle readings or to dance/perform at an event
• Invite Dante Deeper to be an artist/performer in residence

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Think of this episode as a voice note from your best friend, because I'm sharing my journey from being a "pros and cons list girl" to trusting my body's wisdom when making decisions.

Don't get me wrong, I still love myself a good list! But living my life through lists meant I ignored my intuitive pull to start a business for YEARS, which led to serious burnout.

In this episode, I'm breaking down my new decision-making trifecta: sensual (how it feels in your body), spiritual (intuitive knowing through human design), and strategic (the logical filter that comes LAST, not first).

Mentioned on this episode:

• (02:00) How a casual conversation at a restaurant bar sparked the idea to become a virtual assistant - and why I initially ignored that bodily "nudge"
• (06:00) The client who changed everything by asking for podcast help, leading to discovering my true calling in the podcasting world
• (11:00) My human design as an emotional generator and how understanding my authority transformed my decision-making process
• (15:00) The burnout and depression that resulted from forcing logical decisions instead of responding to energetic invitations

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Ever feel like you're following all the "right" steps but something still feels off? Like you're living someone else's version of your life? Esti Garcia, is here to help you discover your unique energy blueprint and finally get permission to be authentically you.

Esti is a human design expert who burned out trying to fit into traditional molds before discovering her true calling as a guide for others. In this conversation, we dive deep into what human design actually is, how it can transform your decision-making, and why you might be hitting walls when following conventional advice. We also explore how to use human design in business, parenting, and daily life - plus why variety might be the key to your digestion (seriously!).

If you're tired of forcing yourself into systems that don't fit and ready to discover your own magical way of doing life, this episode is for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

⚡ What human design is and how it's your "permission slip" to be yourself

⚡ The difference between energy types (generators, projectors, etc.) and why it matters for your business

⚡ How to make better decisions using your emotional authority and strategy

⚡ Why your environment and digestion style matter more than you think

Connect with Esti

Website | estichoo.com

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/esti_humandesign

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What if I told you that dating doesn't have to feel overwhelming or terrifying?

What if there was a way to approach it that felt as natural as... networking at a business event? What if there was a mindset shift that you could implement today?

This mindset shift is brought to you by a random, funny comment, I made to my best friend while I was getting ready to go on a networking event. A random comment that completely changed the way I view dating. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I reframed dating as networking—and why this simple shift took all the pressure off and made meeting people feel natural again. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, building a business, or just tired of feeling anxious about dating, this reframe will change how you approach connections forever.

⚡Mentioned in the episode:

• Why dating and networking are literally the same process (with different currencies)
• Three game-changing takeaways that will transform how you meet people
• How to approach dating apps like the tools they actually are
• The power of bringing curious energy, instead of desperate energy

This isn't just about dating—it's about reframing how we approach all human connections. And honestly? It might just change your life like it changed mine.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) The Backstory: From Emotional Scam to Dating Again

(03:00) The Revelation Moment

(06:00) Breaking Down the Definitions

(08:00) Takeaway #1: Reframe the Apps

(10:00) Takeaway #2: Put Yourself in New Rooms

(12:00) Takeaway #3: Be Curious, Not Desperate

(14:00) The Deeper Truth: Why This Reframe Works

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💌 DM @dariaast the word “Growth” on Instagram to get the “Growth for Sales Under 10K Followers” Masterclass.

What if burning it all down was the first step to building a business that actually feels right? Today I am joined by Daria Astanaeva, a personal branding coach and agency founder. Daria shares her journey of walking away from high-income business to rebuilding from scratch. We dive into how she grew a profitable brand on Instagram with less than 10k followers, the failures, reinvention, the mindset shifts that helped her create an aligned business, and why failure might just be your best business strategy.

This one is for you if you’re feeling stuck in hustle mode or doubting your ability to start fresh!

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Website | https://dariaast.com/

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YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@daria.astanaeva

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⭐ **Join the Latinas In Podcasting Community | https://www.latinasinpodcasting.com/list/** ⭐

What if the life you were supposed to want never actually fit you?

In this episode, I sit down with Paulette Erato, a fierce, funny, child-free Latina. She’s a speaker, mentor, a true advocate of diversity in media. But our convo goes way beyond that. We talk about what it really means to create a “vida más chévere” — a better, fuller life designed entirely on your own terms.

From breaking generational patterns to tuning out the noise of what everyone else thinks you “should” do, Paulette opens up about choosing self-trust over guilt, joy over obligation, and pleasure over pressure.

Are you going through a big life pivot or just craving more alignment in your life? This episode is your permission slip to rewrite the rules — and maybe even burn the old playbook entirely. 🔥

Connect with Paulette

Website | https://pauletteerato.com/

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When you become a local, life can slip into a routine—so automatic, it starts to lose its magic.

Today’s episode is a reminder that the most powerful thing you can do is hit pause, zoom out, and audit your life.

⚡Mentioned in this episode:

• The 3 unofficial goals I had for April
• Reigniting my creativity (and getting out of the house)
• Visibility, alignment, and what happens when you stop surviving and start actually living.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(02:00) Goal 1: Building visibility through real human connection

(04:30) Goal 2: Reigniting creativity by leaving the house

(06:30) Human Design, markets, and working outside the house

(08:30) Goal 3: Realigning my life and business (and why that’s hard)

(09:30) The CEO energy moment: My photo shoot

(12:00) The immigrant hustle and forgetting to live

(13:30) Hamster wheels, podcast ruts, and finding your way out

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📣 The Podcast Reset ➡️ https://subscribepage.io/podcast-reset 📣

When was the last time you looked at your podcast like the CEO you are?

Not just the downloads. Not just the content calendar. The bigger picture: Does it still light you up? Is it working for you, or against you?

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how The Podcast Reset was born—and the exact 4-step framework that helped me grow my show by 30% without burnout.

This is for the CEO who’s done forcing content and ready to:

☑️ Reconnect with her voice.

☑️ Align her podcast with her business (not just her passion).

☑️ Trade spaghetti-at-the-wall strategies for clarity.

⚡ We break down:

• The ‘why’ behind The Podcast Reset (hint: strategy = self-care).
• How to audit your podcast like a CEO (not a content robot).
• The game-changing shifts that actually move the needle.

Your voice isn’t just a rebellion—it’s a revolution. Time to hit reset.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) The Burnout Breaking Point

(04:00) Strategy = Self-Care

(05:00) The 4-Step Framework

1. Set an intention
2. Get clarity (your podcast isn’t for everyone)
3. Optimize using data
4. Get visible (stop hoping, start engineering growth)

(07:00) Why This Isn’t Another "How-To" Guide

(09:00) Your Permission Slip to Glow Up

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