Vanessa Diosdado is a Gen Z political content creator, Latina activist, and mom who is shifting the cultural and political conversation one viral video at a time.

In this episode of The Unaparent, Vanessa joins host Katia Reguero Lindor to share her journey—from becoming a teen mom during her freshman year of college to building a powerful platform that advocates for immigrant rights, reproductive justice, and working-class families. As a first-generation Mexican-American from rural Texas, Vanessa breaks down what it really means to raise children in a country where the systems designed to support parents often fall short.

What you’ll hear:

• What people get wrong about young moms
• What it means to grow up in a mixed status household

• The emotional labor of being a digital voice for your community
• Personal stories on navigating healthcare & childcare deserts
• How Gen Z is redefining activism with humor, honesty, and heart

Whether you're a parent, advocate, or simply navigating this complex political moment—Vanessa’s voice will leave you inspired and informed.

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Show Notes:

00:00 – Katia Catch-Up & Guest Intro

06:00 – Unapparent Truth of Parenting

07:00 – Vanessa’s Story: Teen Motherhood, College, and Cultural Identity

11:00 – Misconceptions About Young Moms & Childcare Struggles

15:00 – Healthcare Challenges & Navigating Her Partner’s Leukemia

18:00 – Using Social Media as a Tool for Advocacy

22:00 – Emotional Toll of Being a Digital Voice

23:00 – Most Urgent Issues: Immigration & Reproductive Rights

25:00 – The Intersection of Motherhood and Politics

28:00 – Final Reflections: What She Hopes Parents Remember

29:30 – Plugs: What Vanessa’s Working on & Where to Follow Her