Peter O. Estévez Show

I am so inspired by my friend Dr. Ray Altamirano’s mission in providing accessible, affordable, transparent healthcare to the Latino community. He is part of Latin Talks, the San Antonio series, where he will be speaking on a panel this summer. Ray Altamirano MD is a first generation American. His parents came from Coahuila, Mexico to contribute and thrive in this great land. He is native of South Side San Antonio and a graduate of Harlandale High School c/o 1998, and Texas A&M Aggie c/o 2002. He is the founder of the Casa Salud Family Medicine Clinic, which is reinventing how people can access healthcare.

The healthcare system is broken.  Health insurance companies and healthcare administrators' greed are the problem. At Casa Salud, they elected to exclude them and want to work directly with their patients. That is their way of contributing to the solution: making healthcare predictable, affordable and pure.

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• How Ray has been able to combine his passions to take care of patients through Casa Salud (4:19)
• How painting became therapy for Ray (14:28)
• Why working in his father’s meat market gave him life lessons (21:30)
• The hurdle of the MCAT that changed his journey in life (31:53)
• How he learned supreme confidence while at med school in Guadalajara (38:21)
• Why making financial plans for the future will prepare his kids for success (45:20)

Resources & People Mentioned

• Casa Salud Family Medicine Clinic

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I met an incredible poet at the same event I heard Deyanira Martinez speak at and I knew I wanted to share her work with you on the podcast. I am so inspired by the Latinas who are creating art and inspiring each other here in the States and I think you will be too.

A dreamer at heart, Adriana Devers uses her writing to uplift, celebrate and recognize the value of our Afro-Caribbean culture, while bringing up topics that every family should be addressing with their children. Freelancer for online reading programs, her works give a message of hope and acceptance for children and adults alike.

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• How Adriana has used poetry to further her cause connecting with Latina women (3:29)
• Why allowing emotions help us to be authentic (8:40)
• What she learned from her family upbringing in the Dominican Republic (14:24)
• How traditional gender roles are shifting in the Latin community (24:39)
• How content can impact childrens’ growth (31:51)
• The importance of reading for Adriana’s generation (40:22)

Resources & People Mentioned

• MUJERES QUE SE ATREVEN Y SUPERAN LIMITES  book

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I met Deyanira a few weeks ago at a conference she held in my town of Austin, TX. I was so intrigued by her passion and mission that I knew I wanted her on the show. She is a powerhouse Latina who is empowering other Latina women to tell their stories and elevate their lives.

Deyanira Martinez is a bilingual freelance writer and journalist who writes about prominent personalities, women’s empowerment, and social issues in the bicultural community of New York. She is a TV host, producer, and blogger who conducts the weekly TV segment Conversando Con Deya. Her professional career includes 18 years in advertising at The New York Times. She is also co-chair of the newspaper’s Latino network.

 Deyanira has appeared in Univision's Despierta América and her articles have been published by USA Networks, Latin TRENDS, El Especial, and MY Lifestyle magazine. She regularly serves as emcee and moderator of corporate events, galas, radio host and art expos.

 Deyanira has received many awards for her work on TV and has become an authority in the community for her professionalism and work ethics. Deyanira Martinez holds a degree in journalism from Universidad Central del Este and a degree in business administration from Queens College, City University of New York.


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• How “Mujeres que se atreven y superan límites” got started (2:18)
• Why breaking the stereotype of the “quiet pretty” Latina is so important (7:27)
• The importance of teaching your children Spanish (13:45)
• Why education does not have to be Ivy League to be important (18:16)
• How showing up authentically as a Latina gives hope to others (26:56)

Resources & People Mentioned

• MUJERES QUE SE ATREVEN Y SUPERAN LIMITES book

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I am excited to announce a series of events I will be hosting in Texas this year with incredible Latin speakers and changemakers. One of those speakers is Natalia and I loved hearing her story on the podcast because it’s an incredible example of making the most out of the opportunities you find.

Born and raised in the beautiful South American country of Colombia, Natalia prides herself in her Latin Heritage and cultural traditions. After moving to the United States at the tender age of 18, Natalia received her B.A. in Advertising and Public Relations from the University of Houston in 2012. 

Her friends and colleagues call her a Colombian firecracker with her bubbly personality and also setting sparks in the Fitness and Pageant world as a 3X Ms. Bikini Universe Pro Champion, Model Champion America, Miss Houston Latina 2014, Miss Texas Latina 2015; now current Director of Miss Texas Latina and Founder of Fireyoup Movement. 

She’s also a social connector and female motivator like no other! This powerhouse brings along with her a wealth of knowledge about Nutrition and Fitness. She definitely knows how to bring the heat on any stage. She is excited and passionate to continue to use her forces to further empower America’s women.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Why moving to the U.S. from Colombia helped Natalia to challenge herself (2:31)
• How she found the support to go to college and succeed (7:27)
• Why communicating in the U.S. presented a challenge for her (14:20)
• How her experiences with the Miss Texas Latina organization has helped her to open doors and network (19:43)
• The importance of overcoming the stigma of mental health in your community (24:32)
• How Fireyoup has helped women to succeed (30:35)

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I talked with my friend Patricio on the podcast today because he is an excellent example of leveraging education and mentorship on his path to success. I met him when he was in his undergraduate degree in college, even before law school, and I’ve loved seeing his journey to professional achievement and giving back to his community.

Patricio J. Gutiérrez is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Gutierrez Law Group PLLC and focuses his practice on corporate and international transactional law. As a business and corporate lawyer, Patricio advises clients on a variety of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, business formation, contract drafting and negotiation, and federal trademark registration. He assists domestic and international clients with the creation, governance, and sale of corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, limited partnerships, and other legal entities in the State of Texas.

Patricio advises foreign companies on matters concerning business operations in the United States, and U.S. companies with business operations abroad. With a bilingual prime of-counsel Mexican firm with offices in various cities in Mexico, he assists companies to operate within the legal parameters of international trade to maintain their competitive edge in the global marketplace.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• How to make the most of mentorship in a new country (4:40)
• Why Latinos often need to retrain their mind to understand the path to success (10:30)
• What Patricio learned from his internship at the White House (12:25)
• Why earning your opportunities is essential (16:17)
• The obstacles Patricio and his family overcame during his younger years (22:30)
• Opportunities to look for in school to keep on the path of success (27:12)
• The legal work that is meaningful for Patricio today (31:30)

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When I read Daniel’s biography, I was so impressed with what he has achieved. He admitted to me that his successes were a surprise to him and he could never have imagined the path his life has taken. In fact, he was a high school dropout.

Daniel Garza was born in the Central Valley of California, and would migrate with his family annually from their ancestral hometown of Garza Gonzalez in Nuevo Leon, Mexico- throughout California, Nebraska and Washington State following the crop season as farm workers until he was 19 years of age.

Daniel Garza began his public service career as congressional staff assistant for U.S. congressman Richard "Doc" Hastings and was later elected as councilman for the city of Toppenish, Washington in 1996. In 2001, he was tapped by the George W. Bush Administration to serve as Deputy Director of External and Intergovernmental Affairs in the Office of the Secretary at The Department of Interior, and was appointed in 2004 to Associate Director of the Office of Public Liaison in the White House. 

In 2007, Daniel joined Univision to host and co-produce "Agenda Washington", a weekly Spanish-language news talk show covering the issues impacting the U.S. Hispanic community. Mr. Garza was appointed to serve on the Board of The Harvard Journal of Hispanic Policy in 2016, was designated as one of Washington, D.C.’s “Influentials” by Congressional Quarterly Magazine in 2018, and in 2019, Daniel was named 1 of the 50 most influential voices in Washington DC by The National Journal. Garza currently serves as President of The LIBRE Initiative and resides in Mission, TX with his wife and three children.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• How Daniel found himself after dropping out of high school (3:22)
• What he learned from becoming a policeman in Washington (6:40)
• Why education and language present barriers for the Latin community (9:29)
• How mentors can help to remove fear and bring confidence (17:28)
• How Daniel overcame imposter syndrome (22:53)
• Why being resourceful and executing under fear proves successful (25:51)
• The importance of border protection and a bipartisan immigration plan (28:27)
• How the Libre Initiative’s policies are helping the country (32:58)

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I met Christine recently at SXSW when she spoke on a panel about the cannabis industry. I was so impressed with her knowledge of the industry and her energy that I knew I wanted her to share her wisdom on the show.

Christine is the founder and CEO of the People’s Ecosystem Company. She was recently named one of the cannabis leaders who will shape the industry in 2022. In 2021 she was on the list of the top 10 women to watch for in the industry. In 2020 she was named one of the 35 most influential women in the cannabis industry. She spent the last 20 years working in systems, database, and telecom, and throughout her career she has been a social entrepreneur, focused on local communities. A debilitating disease is what took her into the cannabis industry and she is now a leader in the space.

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• How Christine’s lupus diagnosis and the failure of synthetic medication led her to cannabis (2:31)
• How she found her place as cofounder of the People’s Ecosystem(10:29)
• How the People’s Ecosystem helps businesses and people (14:27)
• The importance of financial literacy in preparing the next generations for success (21:18)
• How safe banking has been the biggest resistance in the cannabis industry (27:07)
• The importance of being with people in a physical space to build community (33:58)

Resources & People Mentioned

• The People’s Ecosystem
• National Cannabis Industry Association

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I met Juan on Clubhouse in the midst of the pandemic and we’ve become friends over the past couple of years. He is an amazing example of what we are doing with the Excelente movement and I’m so glad I get to share his story with you on the podcast.

Juan Longoria is the Executive Director and Founder of REVJLO Charities in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. Founded in 2012, their mission is to remove obstacles to opportunity. As a result of his leadership, REVJLO has provided close to $100K in scholarships and has provided assistance to over 500 families in the colonias of South Texas.

In addition to being a philanthropist, Juan is a Director at T-Mobile, supporting the customer experience centers around the globe and the Co-Chair of their Magenta Latinx Network as part of the Multicultural Alliance ERG. He has over 22 years of leadership experience in customer experience centers and BPO partnership management. He’s working on combining his leadership experience, passion for DE&I, and philanthropic efforts to help those who wish to further their own careers. He would love to be part of the reason to see an increase in the representation of Latinos & Latinas in the boardrooms of corporate America and the number of Latinxs who are starting their own businesses.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• How Juan’s migrant working childhood inspired him to do more for marginalized communities (3:21)
• The career path that led him to his current position at TMobile (6:48)
• Why mentors are important in becoming a leader (11:29)
• Why Juan started his philanthropic work (14:50)
• How he’s approached parenthood differently than his parents did (25:33)
• How his position at TMobile has changed him (31:42)
• Why passion is essential in what you’re doing (40:07)
• How to manage impostor syndrome in your career (45:20)

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My guest today is my good friend, Carlos Amezcua. He is Co-Founder of BEONDTV, a full service media and technology company focused on inclusion and positivity. An award winning veteran, he has spent the past 40 years covering major news stories around the world, most recently for FOX Television in Los Angeles. Carlos has done incredible work marrying digital and traditional media. 

Carlos has been awarded 22 Emmys, including one for 'Outstanding Journalistic Enterprise' and another for his coverage of Mexican politics. Carlos has hosted radio sports shows on ESPN Radio, KFI and AM1150 in Los Angeles. He has served as the on-air voice for the annual national Latin Grammy Awards broadcast on CBS. Carlos is also an accomplished artist. His oil paintings have been showcased at many art galleries and shows in Southern California.

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• How it was growing up in Mexico City with a famous musician for a father (3:33)
• Why the need to evolve for an immigrant in the US drives you to succeed (7:29)
• What he learned from his experience in college television at BYU (15:30)
• How he has used failure as a tool to create (21:03)
• The story behind the creation with Beond TV (26:33)
• How to navigate the world of hiring biases (35:20)

Resources & People Mentioned

• BEOND TV

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My guest today has a one-of-a-kind story that I can’t wait for you to hear. She just spoke at my Excelente global event and was incredible. She has faced massive challenges as a Latina professional in the media industry and has overcome them to create unprecedented success. 

Mariana Atencio took the world by storm in 2017 when her TEDx talk “What makes YOU special?” went viral. To date, it has over 17 million views and has been translated into 13 languages. Focused on the power of authenticity, her book “Perfectly You” was an Amazon Best Seller and selected by Audible and AppleBooks.

As a former anchor at Univision and national correspondent at NBC News, she has traveled the world to report on some of the most volatile conflicts of our times, in both English and Spanish, for over a decade, specializing in the Latino experience across the Americas. Now, she’s quickly become one of the most sought-after motivational speakers, founding her own media company, “GoLike”, and teaming up with Microsoft, Pepsico, P&G, YouTube, Citi, the World Health Organization and the United Nations, among others, to represent and empower our communities.

Mariana’s story is featured on the award-winning HBO special “Habla Now” and her work has been honored with a Peabody Award, 3 Emmy nominations and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Presidential Award.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• How Mariana got her start in television (2:24)
• Why she has confronted taboos for women in the Latin community (8:53)
• How we can change the harmful cycles in our community (14:21)
• The way she found her voice to tell her personal journey (19:38)
• How she has battled negative Latin female stereotypes (25:30)

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