Wine & Chisme

In this solo episode I share my ups and downs of 2023 and what's ahead for 2024.

With my recent health struggles, this topic is even more personal and I encourage you to listen.

Join myself and a panel that includes Founder and CEO of Cannenta Center for Healing and Empowerment, Dr. Leti Cavazos, Director of Dallas Health and Human Services, Dr. Sandra Lozano, and Francesca Martinez, the National Director of Health Equity for the American Heart Association.

This live Wine & Chisme Podcast event wouldn’t have been possible without our in-kind sponsors including:

And I would like to thank my friend and V12 Yoga Owner, Veronica Torres for providing a pre-panel meditation and sound bath as well as Scott O'Reilly, owner of O'Boy Productions who provided the amazing video for the event. 

And of course, to all those who attended and made my dreams come true….I appreciate you more than you could ever know. Muchos abrazos to you all. 

Join myself and a panel that includes Avenida Productions Founders Fanny Grande and Nelson Grande, Evelyn Alsultany, an expert on representation on Arabs & Muslims in media, and Eliana Reyes, Actor, Model and Host of LATV Roots as we discuss Representation in Media.

This live Wine & Chisme Podcast event wouldn’t have been possible without our in-kind sponsors including:

And I would like to thank my friends Heidi Rojas for her performance at the live event as well as Yvonne Hernandez for providing a pre-panel meditation. 

And of course, to all those who attended and made my dreams come true….I appreciate you more than you could ever know. Muchos abrazos to you all. 

Wine: Beaujolais Nouveau

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Wine: 2013 Merlot, Herencia del Valle

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Kita, a proud daughter of Salvadorian + Mexican immigrants, was born + raised in LA. She is a brand photographer + strategist who specializes in helping Jefas grow their brands via intentional images + strategies that simplify showing up online. Book a consultation with Kita to start strategizing how to grow your brand online.

Kita is also a community + podcast host, creating space for Jefas to connect, co-work + support each other as we pursue our goals, together. Cafecito Con Jefas is where we'll have conversations about real life + entrepreneurship. Join your fellow Jefas at a Cafecito Con Jefas Co-Working session to co-work + connect on Wednesdays or Fridays at 11am PST.

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WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES PERI AND POSTNATAL DEPRESSION AND COULD BE TRIGGERING

Wine: 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Fathia Wines

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Diana Curiel Bamford, known as Di, is a Maternal Mental Health Advocate, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Postpartum Energy Therapist, and Certified Yoga Instructor in Fallbrook, CA. A survivor of severe Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), she's a dedicated board member with Thrive Wellness Collective and member and volunteer with The Postpartum Health Alliance.

After 13 years as an Executive Assistant, Di left her job in 2019 to raise awareness about PMADs, which affect an estimated 1 in 5 women in the U.S. She noticed a significant lack of understanding about PMADs among medical providers and those interacting with prenatal and postnatal parents. To combat this, Di offers PMADs awareness presentations in her community and is currently collaborating with nursing students at CalState San Marcos. She's also writing a book about her postpartum experience, further demonstrating her commitment to improving maternal mental health and supporting those struggling with PMADs.

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Wine: Herencia del Valle, 2014 Chardonnay

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Love Cork Screw is a brand that embodies the paradox of creating something new while paying homage to classic elements. Chrishon Lampley, the founder of Love Cork Screw, has leveraged her 20 years of industry experience to create a unique brand that has captured the hearts of consumers across the nation. Love Cork Screw, founded in 2013, has quickly expanded its wine portfolio to include whimsical and unique labels that appeal to a diverse audience. Their rapid growth has led to over 1,800 locations.

The success of Love Cork Screw can be attributed to Lampley’s ability to navigate the complexities of the marketplace while staying true to her vision. Her mentorship efforts, dedication to community engagement, and commitment to creating opportunities for underrepresented communities are just a few of the many ways she has proven to be a leader and trailblazer in the industry.

Love Cork Screw’s achievements have garnered well-deserved recognition, including several amazing collaborations, such as a partnership with the Peacock Network, and features in numerous publications such as Forbes Magazine, Essence, People Magazine, Vine Pair, and Wine Enthusiast, among others.

Lampley’s journey and the success of Love Cork Screw serve as a reminder of the importance of staying true to one’s vision while remaining adaptable in an ever-evolving marketplace. The brand’s continued growth and recognition are a testament to Lampley’s unwavering commitment to her craft and the community she serves.

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Wine: Josh Cabernet Sauvignon

J and Ellie talk about all things including:

Wine: Casa Martinez, Camila Pinot Noir, 2018

Kar Brulhart - Latina (Mexican/Canadian/Swiss), Social Media Strategist

For 7+ years, Kar worked as a social media strategist— creating successful campaigns for Apple, the United Nations, Michael Kors, and Google, among others.

But in spring 2020, the company that had just hired her for social strategy went under, thanks to COVID. At the time, she was nine months pregnant, and made a decision that would change her life: She was going to build something for herself.

In under 10 months, Kar grew her Instagram account from 0 to 45,000—and built a 6+ figure business teaching IG strategy along the way. More than 500 entrepreneurs have worked with her to co-create a sustainable content plan tailored to their business.

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Wine: 2019 Chardonnay, Parra Wine

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Vanessa Lopez was introduced to the mortgage industry in 2013 throughout her studies in business at Florida International University where she graduated in 2015. The following year she received her Mortgage Loan Origination license and continued to work under some notable names in the Miami mortgage scene. Learning from the bottom up she got the opportunity to master each component of the mortgage process and grew her clientele as a loan originator. She mastered her system and embarked on her journey with her own brand, now known as Exclusive Capital Lending.

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