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Ep 92 - Imagine immigrating to the US as a child, becoming a public health servant, and landing in Puerto Rico during a Zika outbreak. For eldest daughter and first gen Latina Bianca Alba, that's simply been her life thus far.

As the host of This Latina Travels, Bianca inspires all of us to voyage beyond our comfort zone and explore the rest of this huge world. Settling in Puerto Rico was intentional because she finally found "home." 

While la Isla del Encanto has many, many challenges—and has even impacted Bianca's decision to remain childfree—the beauty of its culture is unchallenged. Listen as Bianca takes us through how she ended up in PR, what keeps here there,  the unspoken expectations to have it all figured out, her new life pivot, and how her childfree wedding planning is going. 

***Note that LVMC will be on hiatus after this episode. Become a Super Cheverita to see what's going on behind the scene while the podcast is on pause!***

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 92.

About Bianca:

Bianca Alba is a proud Latina and first-generation college graduate. She was born in the heart of South America in Cochabamba, Bolivia and is the oldest of four sisters. Bianca holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Public Health. Despite many years of schooling, Bianca managed to pay off all her student loans and feels liberated by being debt-free.

Bianca is the voice and creator of This Latina Travels! – A podcast about travel through the eyes of a First Generation Latina traveler/college grad sharing all her travel experiences first-hand! As a little girl, living in a single-parent household, trips and vacations were just a dream and felt unreachable. This Latina Travels is more than just Bianca telling you about her experiences, but it is a true reflection that dreams can become reality! To date, Bianca has traveled to 6 of the 7 continents in the world and her goal is to encourage and support women who look like her to travel the world too!

Bianca also offers affordable step-by-step travel itineraries and guides for Puerto Rico, Ireland, and Egypt to help travelers plan unforgettable experiences with ease. Plus, you can visit her shop page to purchase exclusive merchandise and rock This Latina Travels everywhere you go!

• https://www.thislatinatravels.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/thislatinatravels/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaalba/
• https://www.tiktok.com/@thislatinatravels

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Have you ever played childfree bingo? If you're a childfree person, then the answer is probably, sadly, yes.

But for the uninitiated, childfree bingo is a snarky reaction to the irritatingly recurrent questions and responses we receive when we reveal we don't have or want kids. They're so frequent and common that we can reliably check them off a bingo card, if we wanted to.

To be clear, no one enjoys playing this game. It's a stupid game with stupid prizes.

A super common bingo is the question: who will take care of you when you're old?

What's wrong with this question? Don't we have a moral obligation to take care of our elders?

Let's examine where that particular bingo comes from and how we should be thinking about end of life care instead.

Want your own bingo card? Check out this one from Reddit. 

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 91.

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What's it like to be both a childfree Latina and a Venezuelan transplant to the Great White North?

Mafe Salazar knows a little something about that. Even though she might be in the "tourist season" of her entrepreneurial journey, Mafe shares how moving from Venezuela to Canada, navigating the challenges of immigration, and transitioning from a stable accounting career to the more creative world of podcasting has shaped how she moves through life. 

As her podcast From Tourist to Local has evolved, so has its host. Moving from simply surviving onto thriving, Mafe opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to pursue podcasting full-time, from losing her job (and identity) to realizing the power she derives from community and self-expression.

For love or for clients, this fur mom is no longer afraid to embrace bold—and maybe slightly controversial—ideas about love and life. 

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 90.

About Mafe:

Mafe Salazar is the podcast alchemist who turns up the heat on your show, so you get seen, trusted, and PAID.

A Venezuelan transplant in Vancouver, she traded corporate life for a mic (and a well-timed ¡coño!). Controversial as arepa origins (Venezuela, obvio), she helps clients ignite their voice, while sharing her own journey on From Tourist to Local: a podcast about the messy, magical reinvention of starting over. Mafe invites listeners to own their magic: that unshakable truth of who you are when you stop shrinking and start showing up. 

Follow Mafe:

• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mafesalazar/
• Threads https://www.threads.com/@mafesalazar
• Website mafesalazar.com
• From Tourist to Local mafesalazar.com/podcast
• Subscribe to her newsletter https://mafesalazar.com/fttl-newsletter

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Ep #89 - Tired of being called selfish just because you know yourself well enough to not have kids? 

Anyone who dares to flout social conventions is typically labeled rebellious. But opt out of the sacrificial act of parenthood? HOW DARE YOU, YOU SELFISH BITCH?!

Let's examine what “selfish” really means, why it’s so often weaponized against childfree women, and how our definitions of self-centered, self-aware, and boundaries get all tangled up in toxic cultural norms. 

It's a spectrum, and we're all capable of selfish acts. Parents, too! 

So why do parents get a pass on selfish behavior? Give this episode a listen and then text in your thoughts! Add your name to the text body too, and your response might be read on a future episode.

Start shedding your toxic traits as we explore how in-groups and out-groups shape our beliefs, and how critical thinking and healthy boundary-setting can help us all live our best lives. Parents, too!

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 89.

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Ep #88 -  If you're a fan of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, then you're in for a treat!! Angela Briones (the magical voice behind that podcast) sits on the "other side" of the mic to discuss social conditioning and otherness. 

Angela is a double podcaster (she also hosts Thank You for Joining Me) who exists at the intersection of various "other" identities: she's a proud lesbian, staunchly childfree, and Latina. 

Throughout the episode we explore the idea of what being a "good" role model for our respective communities looks like, how much social conditioning we still have to work through, and why impact is what legacy is about.

About Angela:

Angela Briones is the creator and host of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, recognizing that when we come out, our families join us for the journey. She is a proud lesbian who uses her voice to advocate for her lgbtq+ community and aims to highlight the power of sharing stories of unconditional love and acceptance.

She is also the creator and host of Thank You for Joining Me: Podcast Life Behind the Mic, a podcast that focuses on the mindset that helps keep podcasters showing up behind the mic. 

Outside of her 8 to 5, she's a podcaster and writer, who is obsessed with Law and Order SVU and all things Bravo TV. 

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 88.

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Our podcast block party is wrapping up (coming to a burrito, if you will!) with a bit of déjà vu. Remember host Angela Briones from Day 4? She's back to close out the party with her second show Thank You For Joining Me.

On this show, Angela offers a blend of real talk, practical advice, and encouragement that’s perfect for anyone navigating the early stages of podcasting. She’s a seasoned creative with a brilliant take on the behind-the-scenes of audio storytelling. AND her voice alone is enough to get you to hit the follow button. 

Plus there's a bonus! All good parties have swag bags to enjoy later and this is no different. Angela is also a childfree Latina and will be featured in the next full episode of La Vida Más Chévere. That's a particularly juicy episode where we talk about the word “selfish.” But first, enjoy Thank You for Joining Me, a show made for those who want to create with purpose and podcast with confidence. 

"Thank You for Joining Me is for the newbie and indie podcaster. It's about what happens before (and after) the episode and most importantly, what happens in between.

From the excitement of episode one to avoiding the podcrash after episode ten,  we'll not only cover the nut-and-bolts of creating your podcast, but also the mindset that will keep you going!

Join in for episodes ranging from my personal podcast thoughts to sharing the space with podcast friends who will share their podcasting process, as well as insights of how to balance it outside of real life. 

We'll also talk about the hurdles of sharing our voice, and how to keep the creative spark going. This is a space where we can talk about what's working - and what's not working - in our podcasty life, share insights, and stay inspired so we can all keep hitting PUBLISH!"

Follow Angela and Thank You For Joining Me:

• Listen to the podcast

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. 

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 On Day 14 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party, we’re dishing up a little chisme, un poquito de bochinche, with a side of business & marketing strategy. So, It Depends is hosted by Kristine, a marketing "nerd" who isn’t afraid to call out the BS and get real about what actually works. Whether you’re trying to grow a brand or just survive your next launch without crying into your cafecito, Kristine’s got the insights you didn’t know you needed.

With equal parts storytelling and strategy, So, It Depends ties together business, well-being, and real talk! Because if your life is in chaos, your marketing probably is too. Let’s fix that, one juicy episode at a time.

"Marketing isn’t a one-size-fits-all formula - it depends.

Kristine, proud Latina marketing nerd, breaks down site, strategy y systems con un poquito de sazón to help founders, creatives, and entrepreneurs build a brand that works for you - no more daily posting, endless DMs or guessing.
From content and SEO to automation that sells while you’re off the clock, this is your corner for sustainable marketing con intención. Hit subscribe and dive into the podcast!

Follow Kristine and Follow Talaya and Navigating Cancer Together:

• Website
• The Podcast
• Instagram
• Threads

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes.

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It's lucky number 13! 13 days of this LVMC Podcast Block Party and today's featured trailer is all about the cozy, witchy vibes with Witch, Stitch, & Brew. 

Hosted by the charming duo of Ryan and Alina, this podcast is full of laughter, crafting, and the kind of tangents that make you feel like you're hanging out with your besties. There's LOTS of [redacting]. There's a mysterious "forkie" situation. There's babbling—and it’s glorious!!

Don’t worry if you don’t quite get it yet. Just hit play and let yourself get swept up in the inside jokes and the deeply relatable joy of these two crafting podcasters. Welcome to the coven. 

"What happens when you get two best friends together while crafting and enjoying a beverage?

Foolishness. You get foolishness!

Join us each week as we craft and chat amongst ourselves, and sometimes with guests, in this crafters podcast that literally no one asked for! 

Grab your current fiber arts WIP, a brew of your choice, and settle in for a delightful conversation of profanity, hot takes, and bad decisions. 

You never know what to expect, but at least you’re working on your WIP! Welcome to Witch, Stitch, & Brew: a podcast where we talk 💩, while we make 💩"

Follow Ryan, Alina, and Witch, Stitch, & Brew: 

• Website
• Substack
• Instagram
• Threads
• Patreon
• Listen to the podcast

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes.

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Day 12 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party highlights The Cancer Caregiver with host Charlotte Bayala. In a complement to Day 9's Navigating Cancer TOGETHER from the patient perspective, Charlotte brings us the other side of the experience. 

The Cancer Caregiver is a show that offers support and solidarity to the often-overlooked lifelines in the cancer journey: the caregivers. This podcast gets real about the emotional toll, the expectations, and the loneliness that can come with caring for someone through cancer; and does so with compassion and clarity.

Whether you're a current caregiver, have been one in the past, or simply want to better understand what your loved ones are going through, this one’s for you. Because cancer sucks—but navigating it doesn’t have to be lonely.

"The Cancer Caregiver podcast is a weekly show that empowers cancer caregivers to conquer barriers, reclaim personal time and live life on their own terms. This show, created by host and fellow cancer caregiver Charlott, is for you if you tirelessly prioritize your loved one, yet struggle to prioritize your own well-being amidst overwhelming responsibilities, societal expectations, and feelings of isolation. It will provide a supportive sanctuary where self-care is celebrated, guilt is challenged, and practical strategies are offered to help you find joy amidst the chaos of being a cancer caregiver."

 Follow Charlotte and The Cancer Caregiver:

• Website 
• Instagram
• Listen to the podcast 

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes.

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Day 11 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party features From Tourist to Local, hosted by Venezuelan transplant to Canada, Mafe Salazar. 

This podcast goes beyond travel tips. It’s about the emotional and cultural journey of navigating major life transitions. Whether it’s moving countries, shifting identities, or learning to belong in a new place, Mafe shares thoughtful conversations and personal stories that explore what it really means to become “local.”

She’s also a fellow childfree Latina (one of us!) and you’ll hear more about that when she joins La Vida Más Chévere later this summer. For now, enjoy this clever and heart-centered take on transformation, migration, and making a new life on your own terms.

"Big life changes can feel like stepping into a new city without a plan… Exciting, overwhelming, and full of unknowns. But what if you could go from feeling like a lost tourist to navigating it all like a local?

Join Mafe Salazar as she shares unfiltered stories of navigating major life transitions. Career shifts, identity changes, and stepping into new versions of ourselves. Through honest solo episodes (and the occasional guest), we’ll talk about finding your voice, taking messy action, and embracing the unknown with confidence.

Let’s find your magic while figuring sh*t out! Because action begets action, and the only way to figure things out…is to start moving."

Follow Mafe and From Tourist to Local:

• MafeSalazar.com
• The Podcast Reset
• Listen to the podcast, especially episode 50!

To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes.

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