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Growing Up Spanglish
by Roselyn Cornier
Growing up Spanglish is intended to be a lighthearted, joyful audio platform bringing together all corners of the Latinx diaspora. Through this podcast we aim to provide a multigenerational perspective and anecdotes on our culture, upbringing, and journey’s as a way to remind us of the similarities between us all. Because while the road that lead us here looked different for all of us, we all grew up watching Sabado Gigante y siempre "hay cominda en la casa".
Episodes
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Rest, Burnout & Breaking the Cycle – Cristina Jerome on Mental Health & Identity
In this powerful episode of Growing Up Spanglish, we sit down with Panamanian-Haitian creative strategist and wellness founder Cristina “Cris” Jerome (@cristinaashly_) for a conversation that bridges culture, burnout, and the radical act of rest. From her no sabo kid upbringing in Virginia to...
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God, Boundaries & Career Pivots – Ashley Flete on What It Took to Get Here (Part 2)
We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Dominicana, entrepreneur, and mother Ashley Flete — and this time, we’re talking about strength, purpose, and doing it scared. Ashley walks us through her career journey, from working as a news anchor to suing her former employer in a class action...
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“I’m Raising My Daughter Differently” – Breaking Cycles with Ashley Flete
This week on Growing Up Spanglish, we’re joined by Dominican-American media host, marketing coordinator, FAMU grad, and proud mama Ashley Flete for the first of a two-part conversation about parenting, boundaries, and healing out loud. Ashley grew up in a traditional Hispanic household —…
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“I Didn’t Grow Up Speaking Spanish” — Marcel Ledoux on Music, Identity & Reclaiming Culture (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation with Peruvian-American singer Marcel Ledoux, we explore music, identity, and the pressure to be culturally “authentic.” Marcel opens up about his artistic evolution, the tension between creativity and belonging, and what it means to reconnect with your heritage —…
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“I Never Felt Hispanic Enough” — Marcel Ledoux on Identity, Culture & Healing (Part 1)
Marcel Ledoux joins Roxy and Kovi to talk about growing up Peruvian-American, feeling disconnected from his culture, and the identity crisis that shaped his life. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, we explore what it means to feel like an outsider in your own culture, how therapy sparked a...
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The Artist vs. the Art: Creating, Controversy & Coinslot (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Miami artist @Coinslot, we dive deeper into the role of art in activism, why separating the artist from the art is so complex, and how today’s culture is shaped by social media, stan behavior, and censorship. We also explore the making of his evolving...
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Politics, Protests & the Price of Perspective with Coinslot (Part 1)
In this powerful two-part episode, Roxy and KJ sit down with Cuban-Honduran artist Coinslot, whose bold art and bolder opinions have sparked conversation across Miami and online. From growing up in the 305 to navigating the politics of identity, immigration, and social media, this episode dives...
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“Every time I struggled, I found purpose” - Dani Cardenas on DACA, Venezuela & Finding Purpose
What does it mean to create legacy when the system tells you you don’t belong? In this powerful episode, Roxy and KJ sit down with Venezuelan-born creative and DACA recipient Dani Cardenas, founder of Tiny Stage Entertainment. Dani shares her family’s harrowing escape from political persecution…
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“I’m Beautiful, ’Cause You Are”
In this episode of Growing Up Spanglish, artist and curator Lauryn Lawrence joins Roxy and Kovi to talk about growing up Afro-Caribbean in South Florida, preserving culture through food, and choosing tenderness over transaction in art and identity. From stew peas and short hair to photography and...
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Felon: Formerly Entrapped Leaders Overpowering Negativity
After being sentenced to federal prison, Amanda and Legend wrote over 300 letters to each other — letters that would eventually become the foundation of their nonprofit, 300 Letters. In this powerful episode, they join Roselyn to share their journey from incarceration to inspiration. We talk…
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Do you think dinosaurs are real?
In the Season 3 premiere, Roselyn sits down with Puerto Rican multidisciplinary artist D’ana, aka COVL, to talk about growing up in Miami, navigating the in-between of cultural identity, and creating art that heals. From the word of the day (mudanza) to the challenges of being “Latina enough,”...
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Plantain Brûlée Latte
In the season 2 finale of 'Growing Up Spanglish,' host Roxy visits Cafe Antilles in Little Caribbean, Brooklyn. Joined by cafe owners Drew and Erick, they discuss their connection to Miami, their Caribbean roots, and the unique cultural blend that inspired their menu. The episode delves into…
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Camaron!
In this episode of 'Growing Up Spanglish,' host Roxy sits down with Miami DJ, Kamari Esson, at CoLab Studios. Kamari shares his family's Cuban heritage and their unbelievable migration story. He also discusses how his diverse musical tastes influenced his DJ career and reflects on the post-COVID...
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Dragon Ball Z
In this episode, Abe Acay shares his incredible life story. Born in Cuba and raised in Miami, Abe opens up about his Afro-Cuban heritage and the challenges his family faced, including his father's political imprisonment and their emigration to the USA in 1991. Abe discusses his early passion for...
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The Cuban food is better.
Meet Tony M. Centeno, also known as Tony MC, a Cuban and Puerto Rican music journalist. He opens up about deciding between speaking English or Spanish in elementary school and how it affected him. The conversation dives into the influence of Latin music, discovering reggaeton in his teen years…
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Bucky Dent Park
In this episode, Roxy and KJ talk with Mario De Los Santos, aka Telescope Thieves, about his Dominican heritage, growing up in the Hialeah park system, and his diverse musical journey from rap group to dance-rock band member. The conversation also delves into Mario’s transition from music to...
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Aliens in Miami
Wendy Giovanna shares her life story of moving from Colombia to the U.S. at the age of six, dealing with the challenges of undocumented status, family separation, and growing up mostly alone. Wendy discusses the strain her parents' pursuit of the American dream placed on their marriage, her...
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La Doña
Melissa Marin discusses her Colombian heritage, life in West Palm Beach, and her diverse career from soccer to the music industry to motherhood. We explore the intersection of cultural identity, dating interracially, and the balance between artistic integrity and modern marketing techniques like...
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Slinging Tacos & Pupusas
Meet Ricky Perez, a Salvadoran-American from West Palm Beach. Ricky discusses his journey from graphic design to owning Zipitios, a Mesoamerican taqueria. He shares his experiences hosting 'Tacos & Hip Hop' parties and his family's immigration story. Listen as he highlights his culinary...
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Pura Vida
This episode we sit down with Shanice, an Afro-Latina of Costa Rican descent. The discussion delves into personal experiences with colorism and racism, reflecting on family dynamics, societal expectations, ethical travel, and the importance of community. Additionally, it highlights the pivotal…
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Second 2 None
This week’s podcast episode features guest Kangela (a.k.a. Kangie). We delve into Kangie's experiences of growing up as an immigrant from Peru, adopting a new cultural identity in America, and her creative journey. The conversation also highlights significant moments like Kangie's name change…
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From DR to Co.Lab Studios
Angel Martinez recounts his transition from the Dominican Republic to the United States, exploring the impact of his family connections, cultural changes, and personal growth influenced by his father's choices. Through discussions on resilience and changing identities, he presents a modern view…
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Gus Villa - Part 1
Wrapping up season 1 with Hialeah's finest, Gustavo Villalobos. We dive into his Colombian and Argentinian summers as a kid, the controversy behind how Latino's identify and Roxy's beef with Rosalia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Up 2 Aldhair
In this episode we sit down with Aldhair, creative director and founder of Up 2 Something Studios. We discuss his mother's influence in his creative career, the responsibility of providing for family back home in Venezuela and his love for zombie movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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"Are you Cuban? Say something!"
Reyna Noriega, multihyphenate creative and Afro-Latina, gives us insight into her Caribbean upbringing, the complexity of defining and defending your ethnicity and creative process behind her feminine and colorful art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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"my name ain't baby!"
A true pillar of the community, Vivian Azalia shares how her mother’s deliberate decision to raise their Peruvian family in the mixed neighborhoods of Miami influenced her art and her philanthropy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We're Not In Miami Anymore
In this episode we chat with Mimi Davila, known as part of Miami legends "The Chonga Girls". Going viral is the goal for many, but Mimi breaks down what happens when that stigma follows you everywhere, even after you leave the 305. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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La Cura
We know Safe Stadick as a staple in Shoe Gallery with his Deep City Vintage collection, but his stamp on the culture was cemented long before that. In this episode, Safe dives into his introduction to music, vinyls and a legendary moment in reggaeton history. Learn more about your ad choices.…
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"It's Miami nightlife, but like alt"
In this episode we sit down with Pancho aka Manuvers, Miami nightlife staple and DJ. With classics like Chocolate Sundays at Purdy Lounge and The Love Below, Pancho has made space for those looking to escape the glitz & glamour that Miami is infamous for. Listen as he shares his Chilean…
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MariAngel - The OG Sneakerhead
In this episode we sit down with stylist and creative director MariAngel, as she shares her journey from Nicaragua to Miami and how she got into the sneaker game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Intro to Roxy
¡Hola! I'm Roxy and I’m the host of Growing Up Spanglish, a podcast by and for Latine's navigating culture and assimilation in the US. In the first episode, producer KJ and host Roxy, discuss the inspiration for this podcast and explore growing up in Miami as a Puerto Rican kid. Learn more about...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Growing up Spanglish is intended to be a lighthearted, joyful audio platform bringing together all corners of the Latinx diaspora. Through this podcast we aim to provide a multigenerational perspective and anecdotes on our culture, upbringing, and journey’s as a way to remind us of the similarities between us all. Because while the road that lead us here looked different for all of us, we all grew up watching Sabado Gigante y siempre "hay cominda en la casa".
HOSTED BY
Roselyn Cornier
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Growing up Spanglish is intended to be a lighthearted, joyful audio platform bringing together all corners of the Latinx diaspora. Through this podcast we aim to provide a multigenerational perspective and anecdotes on our culture, upbringing, and journey’s as a way to remind us of the similarities...
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Growing Up Spanglish is created and hosted by Roselyn Cornier.
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