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Better Than Good Enough
by Erika L. Guzman
A podcast dedicated to raising consciousness in the Latinx immigrant community through real stories from Latinx individuals. Each episode consists of a particular topic relevant to all Latines living in the USA including the first gen experience, growing up bilingual, navigating multiple cultures, racism/discrimination, parent-child relationships, LGBTQ+ issues and more. Through sharing stories, we aim to gain insight into the Latinx collective identity, our strength, our power in this world, and to imagine new and empowering ways forward.
Episodes
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S2 Ep. 3 All we have is us with Erika
These are dark times, gente. Orange 2.0 is here, and things are bad. But we are not alone because we have each other's back. We will fight for us, we will continue to thrive together, we will save us, como siempre. Rely on one another now more than ever. And don't forget to rest, create and rest...
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S2 Ep. 2 F'ing VOTE! with Erika
As Latines, we cannot afford to sit this election out. It sounds crazy, but I believe we are under threat with the very real possibility of a second Trump presidency. These mofos are really out here giving us a step by step plan of what they envision for our community. Spoiler? Their America does...
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S2, Ep. 1 Redefining masculinity, fatherhood, and breaking toxic cycles with Juan Carlos (The Modern Macho)
Welcome back! We kick off Season 2 of the Better Than Good Enough by talking to Juan Carlos de la Rosa AKA The Modern Macho (@themodernmacho on Ig)! Juan Carlos is building an amazing platform where his mission is to redefine masculinity, help fathers break problematic cycles in parenting and to...
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Ep. 11 Entrepreneurship and the road less traveled with Wendy
Business and Life Coach Wendy Amara talks to us about her unique journey into becoming a successful entrepreneur and mujer who empowers other mujeres to build their dream life! Wendy is a true trailblazer who is not just unapologetically taking up space in traditionally white, male dominated…
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Ep. 10 SERIES: Mental health in the Latinx community - Viridiana
Viridiana Rodriguez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Reiki practitioner, joins us for the second episode in our Latinx and mental health series! She shares with us about the invaluable, cycle-breaking work she is currently doing through her Amarte Community and through her own therapy...
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Ep. 9 The Latinx Birth Experience: Unmedicated birth with Jessica
Returning guest, Prima Jessi, comes back to talk about her unmedicated birth experience. The Latinx maternal mortality rate in the US surged significantly since 2019. It is no secret that the birth experience for communities of color in this country is alarming - particularly for the Black and...
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Ep. 8 Mentorship in the Latinx Community with Erika
This week I talk about access to mentorship (or lack thereof) in the Latinx community. I share some of my own experiences of moving through higher education spaces without mentorship and highlight why mentorship - across all areas of life - is crucial for the liberation of our people. Enjoy!…
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Ep. 7 Achievement Guilt with Erika
This week I want to share with you a little about my experience of what I'm calling "achievement guilt," and I'm curious if any of my Latinx people know what I'm talking about? That uncomfortable feeling you get when you realize your life has comforts and benefits that your ancestors - perhaps…
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Ep. 6 The Challenges of Attending College as an Undocumented Student with Cristina
Current college senior, Cristina, talks to us about the many challenges of being an undocumented student in higher education AND gives us insight into how it is nonetheless very possible to obtain a college education despite legal status! She openly talks about a situation that is not commonly...
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Ep. 5 Brief Check-in with Erika
It's BTGE's very first monthaversary!! I promise this won't be a monthly thing (lol), but as you'll hear, I have very important reasons to celebrate every milestone I can. This week, it's just me for the briefest of check-ins to reflect, celebrate, and give you all a little glimpse into my own...
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Ep. 4 SERIES: Mental Health in the Latinx Community - Manny
A HUGE topic, I know! Mental Health in the Latinx Community will be an ongoing series on the pod because there’s NO way to cover the topic in just one show. In the first episode of the series, we are taking to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Manny Romero. He shares with us his experiences...
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Ep. 3 Navigating The Education System Alone With Carlos
This week, my super special guest, Carlos, joins me to talk about our experiences of getting into high school, college, and graduate/medical school with minimal guidance, support, and limited access to resources. We reflect on and commiserate about how our Latinx, first gen, immigrant background...
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Ep. 2 Growing Up Bilingual (Or Not!) with Jessica
In this episode, Jessica shares about her struggle to retain Spanish and the judgement, shame, and heartbreak she experienced as a result. She tells us how her journey with Spanish has impacted her Mexican-American identity and her relationship to her culture and to her family. Enjoy!
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Ep. 1 - Love/Hate DACA with Sheila
The very first official episode of Better Than Good Enough kicks off with Sheila, who volunteered as tribute, and opened up about her experience as a DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) Recipient. Enjoy! Resources for DACA Recipients (and for immigrants in general) mentioned in episode:...
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Introducing Better Than Good Enough :)
Introducing Better Than Good Enough! This is a podcast dedicated to raising consciousness in the Latinx immigrant community through real stories from Latinx individuals. Each episode consists of a particular topic relevant to all Latines living in the USA including the first gen experience…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast dedicated to raising consciousness in the Latinx immigrant community through real stories from Latinx individuals. Each episode consists of a particular topic relevant to all Latines living in the USA including the first gen experience, growing up bilingual, navigating multiple cultures, racism/discrimination, parent-child relationships, LGBTQ+ issues and more. Through sharing stories, we aim to gain insight into the Latinx collective identity, our strength, our power in this world, and to imagine new and empowering ways forward.
HOSTED BY
Erika L. Guzman
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A podcast dedicated to raising consciousness in the Latinx immigrant community through real stories from Latinx individuals. Each episode consists of a particular topic relevant to all Latines living in the USA including the first gen experience, growing up bilingual, navigating multiple cultures,...
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Better Than Good Enough is created and hosted by Erika L. Guzman.
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