LatinX Point of View

On episode 16 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Looking at Colorism." During this episode we discuss colorism in Latin America with special guest Hector Vaca. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on the history of colorism, the 1700's Spanish Caste System and how colorism affects us today.

On episode 15 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we ask the question "Do Words Matter?" During this episode we discuss the power of words. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on Why Words Matter, devise words and being responsible with our words.

On episode 14 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we go "Exploring the Gender Divide." During this episode we discuss the gender gap in America as well as the history of feminism. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on the different waves of feminism, the gender gap and equality.

On episode 13 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Latno Leadership." During this episode we ask the question what does Latino Leadership look like. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on leadership roles, lack of Hispanic/Latinos in high executive levels in corporations and the fedral government. We evaluate whether attributes associated with Latino culture such as inclusion, collaboration and relationships are valued in corporate America.

On episode 12 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Dating Outside Your Culture." During this episode we discuss dating outside your culture and what that entails. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on the racial dynamics in the Latino cultures, "marrying up" racial & ethnic social standards and forecast for future generations.

On episode 11 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Spanglish." During this episode we discuss what is Spanglish, the history of Spanglish and if it has been accepted as a language. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on Spanglish patterns, translations from English to Spanish and common expressions. We also language evolution, code switching and the use of loan words.

On episode 10 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Cultrual Identity." During this episode we discuss what shapes peoples cultural identirties and ask the question how do you reach your own identity? In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on on the struggles that some people have with their identity and how they fit into society. We also address issues such as biases around language & accent and Acculturation versus Assimulation.

On episode 9 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Aging in America." During this episode we discuss the overall issue of getting older in the US and some of the challenges that come with aging. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on demographic shifts, living longer, cultural values and quality of life choices. Social Security Retirement Calculator can be found at www.ssa.gov

On episode 8 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Affordable Housing Shortage." During this episode the affordable housing shortage that we are seeing in major cities across the US. In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on Affordable vs Accessable housing, Renting vs Homeownership and how communities are designed .

On episode 7 of LatinX Point of View Podcast we discuss "Hispanic vs Latino vs LatinX." During this episode we ask the question "Do you have a preference between being called Hispanic, Latino or LatinX?" In 30 minutes we share our LatinX Point of View on how these terms came about and if we identify with any or all of the labels.