The Search for Belonging Between Worlds with Julian Ritchie

What does it mean to truly belong when your identity feels caught between worlds?For first-generation immigrants and anyone navigating cultural duality, that tension can shape everything — from family to career to community.Today’s guest, Julian Ritchie, is a first-generation Colombian Canadian and founder of Listo Calisto, an organization connecting and empowering Latin creatives across Canada’s media industry. His journey explores identity, cultural reconnection, and the power of community.In this episode, we dive into Julian’s personal search for belonging, the inspiration behind The Latin Forum, and the growing opportunities for Latin creatives in Canada and beyond. It’s a conversation about identity, culture, and building something bigger than yourself.You’ll learn:How growing up “Latino light” shaped Julian’s identity journeyWhy language and cultural loss impact belonging — and how to reclaim bothThe origin story of Listo Calisto and The Latin ForumThe untapped opportunities for Latin creatives in Canada’s media industryWhy community-driven collaboration is the key to long-term successThis is a masterclass in belonging, identity, and building spaces where creatives can thrive.LinksListo Calisto: https://listocalisto.comJulian Ritchie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianritchieWatch the full video conversation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mymostauthenticlife My Most Authentic Life Distributed by: Genuina MediaFollow Fede Around the Web:Instagram: @mymostauthenticlife and @itsfedevargasYouTube: My Most Authentic Life ChannelWebsite: www.mymostauthenticlife.comLinkedIn: Fede Vargas and My Most Authentic Life Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.