In today's episode, Vanessa and Lorena dive into Vanessa's recent trip to the motherland (Mexico) to celebrate Mexican Independence Day! We also got to dive into reconnecting with our roots, getting to visit our parents' hometowns, and how that has connected us more to our Latindad and what it means to be a Latina. Hope part 2 of the Hispanic Heritage Month special does not disappoint!

En amor y poder,

Lorena

In today's episode, Juan and Lorena give you a special treat talking about all things Latino. We have a back and forth conversation about what it means to be Latino, our culture, our food, the family values, ALL OF IT! This episode is a bit different from the usual scheduled programming, but a nice way to honor Hispanic Heritage Month. Hope you enjoy this special.

En amor y poder,

Lorena

In this episode, Lorena kicks off the new practice of the ice breaker question instead of guest's favorite song. Then we dive into newly minted PhD, Dr. Matano-Bueno's journey to her PhD. She shares the role of her Latina identity and how important it is for her to have work life balance. Enjoy what Elia had to share with us! En amor y poder, Lorena

In this episode, host Lorena gives you a more detailed update on what’s to come on the podcast. Lorena then shares how life has changed now that she is a mom. This episode focuses specifically on how to navigate all the changes that life likes to throw at us. She talks about pivotal points in her professional journey and how she navigated them. This one is for everyone who is jumping into something new in their life whether it’s parenthood or uncharted territory in your educational or professional career. Give it a listen! 

En amor y poder, Lorena

I meant to upload this big update earlier this summer, but once you hear the update you will understand the delay haha I am looking forward to publishing more solo episodes and having more guests on the show. The show will be going through an expansion of topics to include parenthood and caretaking and how that intersects with being a developmental scientist. If you are interested on being on the show, to share your story or talk about your parenting journey as a PhD, would love to have you! En amor y poder Lorena

In this episode, host Lorena talks about the power of trusting yourself and having confidence in you along your personal and professional journey. Lorena also shares some updates about the podcast. We will be going on a quick pause as Lorena navigates some exciting life transitions which she will share more about  in the future! 

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In this episode, Guest Doré shares her journey into the non-academic world. Doré talks about some of the key differences between non-academic and academic professions which can be useful to learn about if you are on the fence on where your career can take you. Doré also shares about how national organizations have brought community into her life and professional life. Tune in to learn more!  

En amor y poder, Lorena 

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In this episode, Guest Juan shares his inspirational background as a Latino male and high school English teacher. Juan also walks us through the journey of being a full time teacher while balancing pursuing his PhD. Finally, he shares what the future holds for his journey and his words of wisdom for those who may be on this non-traditional path of pursuing a PhD. 

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In this episode, Guest Mindy shares her journey as a first generation multi-racial scholar and how her inspiration for her research interests and career fall into place very naturally. Mindy opens up and shares a very vulnerable part of her journey of becoming a parent through the adoption of her nephew at 24 during the pursuit of her PhD. Mindy’s openness reminds us that we all are on unique journeys and should be supportive of each other. Mindy ends by sharing how integral the support of her lab sisters and cohort friends was to surviving the PhD. Tune in to learn from Mindy’s story and her words of wisdom. 

En amor y poder, Lorena 

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In this episode, Guest Gustavo starts by sharing his favorite song which had a fun back story to it and it's a song that many Latinos enjoy! Gustavo then walks us through his journey through academia and to his current position as a full professor. The field has a limited number of Latino scholars and to be able to interview one that is a full professor and towards the more experienced end of his career was incredible. Gustavo ends by sharing some inspiring words of wisdom. Tune in to learn from Gustavo’s wisdom. 

En amor y poder, Lorena 

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