MíraLA Podcast

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

Episode 7: Arianna interviews Erika Snyder, a native Angeleno from the San Fernando Valley, who is pursuing her PhD degree at UCSB. Erika talks about her childhood fascination with all things science, coping with grief at a young age, and her resilient and tenacious nature lead her to where she is today.

Erika Snyder is a 23-year-old PhD student entering the second year of my PhD in Biomolecular Science and Engineering at UC Santa Barbara. Her childhood consisted of running around in the hills, collecting specimens (bugs, plants), and caring for injured wildlife. She was part of the Southwestern Herpetology Society for many years.

While the loss of her father at age 17 marked her life and her family's life, it instilled a deep grittiness and tenacity to overcome. Today, she works in an immunology lab that studies how immune cells respond to signals in cancer cells. One of her goals is to mentor undergraduate students interested in research, particularly women from underrepresented backgrounds.Outside of work, she collects vinyl records, reads, and cares for her plant collection.

Follow Erika’s journey:

• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/erika-snyder-1253141b0
• Meghan Morrissey Lab: https://morrisseylab.mcdb.ucsb.edu/

Resources for students in STEM:

• MARC Scholars Program at UCSB: https://marc-csep.cnsi.ucsb.edu/
• McNair Scholars: https://mcnairscholars.com/

Support Women in STEM by donating to WiSE: https://www.wise.ucsb.edu/

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Virginie Druout - Certified Transformation & Life Coach

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/InfiniteInner_/
• www.Go4MyDream.com
• www.InfiniteInner.com

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The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Video Editor: Genevieve Erickson

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

Episode 6: Arianna interviews Jess Melgar Alvarez. Jess is a first-generation Latina of Salvadoran descent, born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. In this interview, Jess talks about her journey leading up to her career as an attorney, the adventures of motherhood and the mental struggles we face as women.

Jess Melgar Alvarez is a labor and employment attorney that specializes in benefits and union work. Jess earned her undergraduate degrees in English and Political Science from UC Davis. She later earned her law school degree from McGeorge School of Law. As an attorney, Jess champions for workers rights in the workplace, ranging from wage and hour violations, sexual harassment, and violations of worker’s rights to unionize.

When she is not busy running after her toddler, Jess is running for fun, reading, diving into her faith, or fulfilling her love of writing. Fun Fact: She met her now husband in a meet-cute at work.

Follow Jess’s journey:

Instagram: instagram.com/jessmelg77

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@miralapodcast

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@miralapodcast

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Our Sponsors:

Isabel Grace Events (https://www.instagram.com/isabel_grace_events_)

The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Video Editor: Genevieve Erickson

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

Episode 5: Arianna interviews Monique Flores. Monique is the CEO and Founder of Mija Fitness, a boxing wellness space built for women. In this interview, Monique talks about her passion for boxing and how empowering it can be for women’s healing journeys.

Monique Flores is a first generation Mexican-American Queer woman. She founded a women's only boxing fitness company called Mija Fitness in 2021. Mija Fitness champions women not only through boxing, but in their life evolution and personal growth.

Follow Monique’s journey:

Instagram: instagram.com/mija.fitness

TikTok: TikTok.com/@mijafitness

Website: mijafitness.com

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MíraLA Podcast (miralapodcast.com)

Follow us on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@miralapodcast

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@miralapodcast

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Our Sponsors:

Isabel Grace Events (https://www.instagram.com/isabel_grace_events_)

The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Video Editor: Genevieve Erickson

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

Episode 4: Arianna interviews Sahvannah Rae, a second generation Mexican American writer and director. In this episode, Sahvannah talks about her experience as a woman filmmaker and entrepreneur and the obstacles she’s had to face while pursuing her dreams.

Co-Founder and CEO of Skye Film Studios, Sahvannah Rae is an award winning screenwriter and director. She made her directorial debut in 2018 and has since established her focus on raw, unique, and character-driven films. She aims to create thought provoking content that pushes the mind and challenges perspectives. Her company, Skye Film Studios, is the independent studio formed by Latin X filmmaker Sahvannah Rae and Producer Skye Bleu. Founded in 2021, Skye Studios has since dedicated itself to creating quality content with a diverse slate showcasing authentic and original female voices.

Follow Sahvannah’s journey: instagram.com/skyefilmstudios

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MíraLA Podcast (miralapodcast.com)

Follow us on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@miralapodcast

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@miralapodcast

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Our Sponsors:

Isabel Grace Events (https://www.instagram.com/isabel_grace_events_)

The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Video Editor: Genevieve Erickson

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

Episode 3: Arianna interviews Rosa Gomez, a first gen Angeleno of Salvadoran descent. In this episode, Rosa takes us through her journey of generational healing and what led her to pursuing a career in marriage and family counseling.

Rosa Gomez is a first generation Salvadoran-American born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. Rosa is currently pursuing her masters degree in marriage and family therapy. She will be graduating in 2025. Follow her on her journey on Instagram: @rosaaaaaamalia

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MíraLA Podcast (miralapodcast.com)

Follow us on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@miralapodcast

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@miralapodcast

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Our Sponsors:

Isabel Grace Events (https://www.instagram.com/isabel_grace_events_)

WOC House (https://www.instragram.com/wochouse )

The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Video Editor: Genevieve Erickson

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

Episode 2: Arianna interviews Magybet Mendez, founder and CEO of the nonprofit, Immigo. During our conversation, we covered the undocumented experience & what inspired her to start her nonprofit.

Magybet Mendez is the founder and CEO of Immigo, a non-profit that is devoted to creating programs that cater to the needs of all undocumented individuals. Her goal with Immigo was to create resources she wished existed growing up undocumented. Immigo champions immigrant rights and the undocumented hustle. Immigo is a resource center for families to help them navigate life in the U.S. They also encourage people to use their skills and passion to serve our communities.

For resources and more info, visit immigo.org

Instagram: @immigorg @magybett

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MíraLA Podcast (miralapodcast.com)

Follow us on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@miralapodcast

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@miralapodcast

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Our Sponsors:

Isabel Grace Events (https://www.instagram.com/isabel_grace_events_)

WOC House (https://www.instragram.com/wochouse )

The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio/Video Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Color Editor: Genevieve Erickson

Welcome to the MíraLA Podcast - a podcast by women, for women and anyone willing to listen. Hosted by Arianna Lemus.

For the first episode, Arianna interviews Josslyn Glenn. Josslyn is an Afro-Latina trans woman and a multi-skilled filmmaker and writer. In this episode, we cover topics ranging from trans identity to trans representation in the media. Join us as we celebrate our first podcast episode.

Josslyn Glenn is a Los Angeles County-born Belizean and Chicana transgender producer, writer, and film curator dedicated to promoting nuanced representations of queer and trans people of color that have historically been under and misrepresented in media. While studying at UCLA, she wrote her first book, She Rotates with Pluto: A Collection of Short Stories and Poems. The National Association of Hispanic Journalists member has produced award-winning branded, editorial, scripted, and unscripted projects screening internationally, such as PeroLike’s “Being Queer in the Latino Community” and the Emmy-winning ABC News special Soul of a Nation Presents “Pride: To Be Seen” and Emmy-nominated Soul of a Nation Presents “The Freedom To Exist with Elliot Page.” In 2019, she garnered a Production Fellowship on Netflix’s feature documentary, Disclosure. When she is not craving asada fries, she is writing her second book, Tranny Pants, an anthology of fictionalized short stories based on the familial and romantic lives of trans people she has interviewed.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funky.nurd

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MíraLA Podcast (miralapodcast.com)

Follow us on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@miralapodcast

Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@miralapodcast

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Our Sponsors:

Isabel Grace Events (https://www.instagram.com/isabel_grace_events_)

WOC House (https://www.instragram.com/wochouse )

The MíraLA Team:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Sound Mixer & Audio Editor: Kamryn Martell

Camera Op/Gaffer: Brenda Hernández

Video Editor: Genevieve Erickson