La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas Podcast

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Grief & Death: What I've Learned

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep 95 - TRIGGER WARNING: death of a parent On Friday, Feb 13th my life, and the life of everyone in my family, changed forever.In the aftermath, I've learned the power of The Specific Ask so I'm sharing that with you. While I grapple what it's like to be a fatherless daughter, and the complicated, messy reality of grief, I hope you too are able to let go of the judgements of others (el qué dirán) and also ask for the help you actually need.Asking for help is an act of self-love.My one specific ask for you: send memes, not condolences. Muchísimas gracias.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Mar 13, 2026

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Come to my TEDx Pitch

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep 94 - Thank you for sticking with LVMC during this extended hiatus! 2025 was a drag, right? So to keep 2026 from becoming a repeat of that misery, there's big changes to announce about the podcast AND life! Starting with my upcoming live TEDx Pitch Contest on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Long Beach, CA.Get tickets here!Latinas In Podcasting is also hosting the Love Your Voice mini summit for anyone wh's been fighting burnout or overwhelm and needs to reconnect to that inner spark—even if you aren't a podcaster. Learn what to expect moving forward, and read more about my TEDx journey by joining my newsletter. Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Feb 4, 2026

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Welcome to La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Buen día mi gente, and welcome to La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas. The #1 Spanglish podcast for childfree Latinas y Latines helping us liberate ourselves from the toxic cultural brainwashing we all grew up with, so that we can design our best lives instead.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Nov 25, 2025

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Bye-bye Spotify

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Thanks to our proudly racist government, it's now open season to hunt people with brown skin. So I've made a decision to disassociate with platforms that support this. And that's why you won't hear this podcast on Spotify anymore.Free Palestine, Free Congo and Free Sudan.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Nov 20, 2025

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From Bolivia to La Isla with Childfree Latina Bianca Alba

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep 92 - Imagine immigrating to the US as a child, becoming a public health servant, and landing in Puerto Rico during a Zika outbreak. For eldest daughter and first gen Latina Bianca Alba, that's simply been her life thus far.As the host of This Latina Travels, Bianca inspires all of us to voyage beyond our comfort zone and explore the rest of this huge world. Settling in Puerto Rico was intentional because she finally found "home." While la Isla del Encanto has many, many challenges—and has even impacted Bianca's decision to remain childfree—the beauty of its culture is unchallenged. Listen as Bianca takes us through how she ended up in PR, what keeps here there, the unspoken expectations to have it all figured out, her new life pivot, and how her childfree wedding planning is going. ***Note that LVMC will be on hiatus after this episode. Become a Super Cheverita to see what's going on behind the scene while the podcast is on pause!***To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 92.About Bianca:Bianca Alba is a proud Latina and first-generation college graduate. She was born in the heart of South America in Cochabamba, Bolivia and is the oldest of four sisters. Bianca holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Public Health. Despite many years of schooling, Bianca managed to pay off all her student loans and feels liberated by being debt-free.Bianca is the voice and creator of This Latina Travels! – A podcast about travel through the eyes of a First Generation Latina traveler/college grad sharing all her travel experiences first-hand! As a little girl, living in a single-parent household, trips and vacations were just a dream and felt unreachable. This Latina Travels is more than just Bianca telling you about her experiences, but it is a true reflection that dreams can become reality! To date, Bianca has traveled to 6 of the 7 continents in the world and her goal is to encourage and support women who look like her to travel the world too!Bianca also offers affordable step-by-step travel itineraries and guides for Puerto Rico, Ireland, and Egypt to help travelers plan unforgettable experiences with ease. Plus, you can visit her shop page to purchase exclusive merchandise and rock This Latina Travels everywhere you go!https://www.thislatinatravels.com/https://www.instagram.com/thislatinatravels/https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancaalba/https://www.tiktok.com/@thislatinatravelsSupport the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jul 29, 2025

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Who's Going to Take Care of You When You're Old: A Childfree Bingo

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Have you ever played childfree bingo? If you're a childfree person, then the answer is probably, sadly, yes.But for the uninitiated, childfree bingo is a snarky reaction to the irritatingly recurrent questions and responses we receive when we reveal we don't have or want kids. They're so frequent and common that we can reliably check them off a bingo card, if we wanted to.To be clear, no one enjoys playing this game. It's a stupid game with stupid prizes.A super common bingo is the question: who will take care of you when you're old?What's wrong with this question? Don't we have a moral obligation to take care of our elders?Let's examine where that particular bingo comes from and how we should be thinking about end of life care instead.Want your own bingo card? Check out this one from Reddit. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 91.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jul 15, 2025

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For Love or Clients with Childfree Latina Mafe Salazar

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!What's it like to be both a childfree Latina and a Venezuelan transplant to the Great White North?Mafe Salazar knows a little something about that. Even though she might be in the "tourist season" of her entrepreneurial journey, Mafe shares how moving from Venezuela to Canada, navigating the challenges of immigration, and transitioning from a stable accounting career to the more creative world of podcasting has shaped how she moves through life. As her podcast From Tourist to Local has evolved, so has its host. Moving from simply surviving onto thriving, Mafe opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to pursue podcasting full-time, from losing her job (and identity) to realizing the power she derives from community and self-expression.For love or for clients, this fur mom is no longer afraid to embrace bold—and maybe slightly controversial—ideas about love and life. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 90.About Mafe:Mafe Salazar is the podcast alchemist who turns up the heat on your show, so you get seen, trusted, and PAID.A Venezuelan transplant in Vancouver, she traded corporate life for a mic (and a well-timed ¡coño!). Controversial as arepa origins (Venezuela, obvio), she helps clients ignite their voice, while sharing her own journey on From Tourist to Local: a podcast about the messy, magical reinvention of starting over. Mafe invites listeners to own their magic: that unshakable truth of who you are when you stop shrinking and start showing up. Follow Mafe:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mafesalazar/Threads https://www.threads.com/@mafesalazarWebsite mafesalazar.comFrom Tourist to Local mafesalazar.com/podcastSubscribe to her newsletter https://mafesalazar.com/fttl-newsletterSupport the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jul 1, 2025

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Selfish Bitch? Nah Babe, It's Called Childfree Boundaries

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #89 - Tired of being called selfish just because you know yourself well enough to not have kids? Anyone who dares to flout social conventions is typically labeled rebellious. But opt out of the sacrificial act of parenthood? HOW DARE YOU, YOU SELFISH BITCH?!Let's examine what “selfish” really means, why it’s so often weaponized against childfree women, and how our definitions of self-centered, self-aware, and boundaries get all tangled up in toxic cultural norms. It's a spectrum, and we're all capable of selfish acts. Parents, too! So why do parents get a pass on selfish behavior? Give this episode a listen and then text in your thoughts! Add your name to the text body too, and your response might be read on a future episode.Start shedding your toxic traits as we explore how in-groups and out-groups shape our beliefs, and how critical thinking and healthy boundary-setting can help us all live our best lives. Parents, too!To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 89.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jun 17, 2025

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Creating an Impact with Gay Childfree Latina Angela Briones

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #88 - If you're a fan of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, then you're in for a treat!! Angela Briones (the magical voice behind that podcast) sits on the "other side" of the mic to discuss social conditioning and otherness. Angela is a double podcaster (she also hosts Thank You for Joining Me) who exists at the intersection of various "other" identities: she's a proud lesbian, staunchly childfree, and Latina. Throughout the episode we explore the idea of what being a "good" role model for our respective communities looks like, how much social conditioning we still have to work through, and why impact is what legacy is about.About Angela:Angela Briones is the creator and host of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, recognizing that when we come out, our families join us for the journey. She is a proud lesbian who uses her voice to advocate for her lgbtq+ community and aims to highlight the power of sharing stories of unconditional love and acceptance. She is also the creator and host of Thank You for Joining Me: Podcast Life Behind the Mic, a podcast that focuses on the mindset that helps keep podcasters showing up behind the mic. Outside of her 8 to 5, she's a podcaster and writer, who is obsessed with Law and Order SVU and all things Bravo TV. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 88.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jun 3, 2025

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How to Have Sex Sin Vergüenza with Ana Lopez

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #87 - What's it like to have sex sin vergüenza? Sex without shame...is that even possible? Yes!! It is, and it's exactly what we should all experience—if only to spite the patriarchy! Guest Ana Lopez is a sexologist, sex coach, smut consultant (and future PhD) on a mission to have us all experience pleasure without shame. How you show up in one place is how you show up for yourself in all places. Wouldn't it be great to feel confident and in control in the most vulnerable situations? You can do that! In and out of the bedroom. Ana is here to show us how.From challenging cultural taboos and toxic shame, to understanding what it actually means to feel empowered in your pleasure and self-advocacy, this childfree Latina will have you coming back for more—pun absolutely intended!About Ana Lopez:Ana Lopez is a proud Latina, sexologist, Certified Sex & Life Coach, and smut consultant. She is the owner of Sex in Spanglish whose mission is to provide culturally-relevant sex ed that centers the individual and their personal desires and values while shifting the sex negative narratives that pose as a barrier to true, guilt-free pleasure. Find Ana at:Her websiteHer podcastInstagramTo get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 87. Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Apr 29, 2025

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Conferencing While Latina: Invisible on the Floor and Behind the Mic

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #86 - Freshly back from speaking in Chicago at Podcast Movement Evolutions, one thing is unmistakable: the same problems that exist in a patriarchal society are equally present in male-dominated spaces. For example, at a podcasting conference. In fact, they're magnified.From getting run over like a speed bump to being erased from the record, it's almost like they want women—especially women of color—to be invisible. Stuck between the sometimes twin emotions of empowerment and frustration, we have a lot of work to do for representation as we explore the resilience required to claim space as Latina women in podcasting, the value of community support, and the drive to create inclusive spaces where every voice is heard and respected. Let's explore this theme through the course of 3 (and a half) stories about what really happens onsite at conferences. And what other options we have for centering and amplifying the voices of the rest of us. Get inspired and motivated to take your own stand in this evolving industry.To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 86. Curious about Latinas In Podcasting?Join for freeCheck out our sponsorship opportunitiesDonate directly as a single donorWant a taste of the content? Explore last year's eventSupport the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Apr 15, 2025

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Latinas In Podcasting: Community Over Competition

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #85 - How do you build an active and engaged community? You already know community is important, but finding or even building one...how is that done?Building Latinas In Podcasting (or LIP) has been one of the most gratifying parts about this podcasting journey. This episode serves as a mini case study on how community is built. We're breaking down all of it: from the purpose and mission, all the way to the nitty gritty, like where the community lives. As an added bonus, you'll hear directly from some of our own members about:why they joined Latinas In Podcastingwhat they get out of their membershipsurprises they didn't expectwhat they tell other Latinas about LIPIf you're interested in supporting the community, 2025 Sponsorship packages are now available, or you can donate directly as a single donor.And if you want to join the community yourself, drop your email right here. It's free!Latina In Podcasting members who contributed to this episode: Mafe Salazar - From Tourist to Local Angela Briones - The Gay Podcast for Everyone and Thank You For Joining Me: Podcast Life Behind the MicDr. Lauren Guerra - Gold Hoops & GodStephanie Graham - Nosey AF: Conversations about Art, Activism, and Social ChangeHeidy De La Cruz - The American Dream In the Eyes of ImmigrantsYovy Daniels - Chombita Chronicles #AfroLatinxTo get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 85.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Apr 1, 2025

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No Kid Hungry: A Childfree Latina’s Mission for Podcasthon

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #84 - Why should a childfree Latina care about starving children? Because empathy is free! And if you're someone who pays attention, you know that a well-educated public is the foundation of a strong society. But here’s the hard truth: hungry kids struggle to learn.We’re far from being the strong, well-educated society we could be, and that gap is costing us all more than we realize. Just look at what's going on in this country right now.Here’s a heartbreaking stat: 14 million children in the U.S. woke up this morning without enough food to eat. Let that sink in. 14 million.That’s why, as part of the global Podcasthon project highlighting worthy causes, this episode is shining a light on the incredible work No Kid Hungry is doing to fight child hunger across the country.Want to make a difference? Here’s how you can help:Visit No Kid Hungry’s website for resourcesDonate to support their missionVolunteer your time and skills locally (mutual aid rocks!)Share resources (and this episode!) with your communityNo one can design their best life on an empty stomach. Let’s help tomorrow’s adults build their vida más chévere by making sure they’re fed TODAY.To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 84.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Mar 18, 2025

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Moving Beyond The Blame Game

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #83 - Tired of getting sucked into unproductive arguments online and in real life? Then you might be ready to break free from The Blame Game.The unproductive nature of blame hinders our growth and relationships. While it feels good to blame others, this primal instinct is not conducive to problem-solving or even to making progress.But the brain is wired for blame, not praise, so breaking free from this basic human process takes intention—and practice/ So if you want to design your best life, let's start rewiring for praise and progress!With personal anecdotes from a career in event management, we'll examine the importance of taking responsibility and cultivating empathy, emotional intelligence, and collaboration. Let's become aware of the dangers of manipulation and fearmongering, and focus on our own rest and self-care during these disturbingly turbulent times. Share your thoughts! Text in your answer to: How do you stop your thoughts from spiraling when you're in a negative headspace; what do you do to interrupt that train of thought? Don't forget to include your name and where you're from!Your answer might be read on a future episode, so we can all learn from each other.To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 83.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Mar 4, 2025

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Your Inner Cheerleader Can Overcome Imposter Syndrome

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #82 - If you had a negative friend who always brought down the group hang, you'd eventually stop inviting them out, right? So why do you put up with this dismal friend inside your own head??Imposter syndrome and its champion, your inner critic, will keep you feeling small, scared, and accomplishing nothing of note. Because what that inner critic wants most for you is to be safe, except it does that through fear. Like the saying goes: a ship in a harbor is safe but that is not what ships are built for.You're built for way more than what your imposter syndrome allows you to believe. So let's begin dismantling it by creating an inner cheerleader instead. Rewire your brain to support your endeavors without questioning if you're worthy and let's boost your self-confidence so we can deal with...everything else. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 82.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Feb 18, 2025

23m

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Tom Brady Sucks at His Job

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #81 - What can we learn from Tom Brady, a rich white guy with 7 Super Bowl rings, aka the GOAT of football?First of all, despite what you may have heard, he's not perfect. Surprisingly, he's been underestimated and he probably also suffers from imposter syndrome, especially right now as he's currently the WHOA: Worst Host of All-time. Watching Tom Brady struggle through his new gig proves that just because you’re incredible at one thing doesn’t mean you’ll automatically crush something else. But there’s freedom in being bad at things, as long as you’re willing to actually get in the arena.Are you?This episode breaks down 7 unexpected lessons from Brady's career—one for each of his Super Bowl rings—including his on-air fumbles: from why coaching isn’t just for rookies to and how sometimes, you just gotta jump in that pool. Plus, what if you approached new challenges as if you had nothing left to lose?To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 81.Episode art photo by Barcex 25th Laureus World Sports Awards - Red Carpet - Tom Brady - 240422 191334 (cropped).jpg on Wikipedia. Available on WikiCommons.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Feb 4, 2025

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Community: A Softer Approach to "Good Trouble"

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #80 - What do we do when systems fail us? We lean on each other in community. Amidst the noise during this transition in power, let's pause and reflect on the power of community to rise up, make “good trouble,” and create real change. From neighbors organizing mutual aid to therapists offering pro bono support during the LA wildfires, this is a love letter to the ways we show up for each other when it matters most.Inspired by John Lewis, Dr. Lorgia García Peña, and other changemakers, their wisdom shows us how connection and solidarity can be forms of quiet rebellion. Whether it’s amplifying grassroots efforts, questioning what we’ve been taught to accept as normal, or finding small ways to support those around us, community is how we push forward together.Let's march forward full of hope with practical ideas for building stronger, more connected communities—because when we come together, there’s no limit to what we can do.To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 80.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jan 21, 2025

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Joy & Rebellion: A Childfree Latina's Guide to 2025

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #79 -Ever wanted to start a band? Then this is your year! In 2025 we're all grabbing our favorite instruments and getting loud! We're also choosing joy—bold, defiant joy—in the face of Project 2025's looming threat.They want to impose so-called "traditional Christian values" on all Americans by stripping women of their autonomy and power, and silencing anyone who refuses to conform. Bottom line: they want us all to shut up and stop being inconvenient.Sounds boring. Instead, let's create a joyfully raucous, gloriously outlandish concerto of resistance. It starts with a single conversation—a simple arrangement of voices, like the opening notes of an orchestral masterpiece. Every voice, every instrument, every conversation builds the symphony of rebellion. Are you ready to join the band? No experience required. Come as you are, and be ready to play!In 2025, we're making noise. #FreeLuigiTo get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 79.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Jan 7, 2025

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From Burnout to Balance in 2025 with Karenna Soto

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #78 - Merry Xmas!! This episode drops on Christmas Day—a gift for you. Let’s reset and enter 2025 healthy and restored, together. 🎁Burnout isn’t a trophy to win or a test to pass—it’s a warning sign we need to take seriously. In a society that glorifies overwork and exhaustion, too many of us are running on empty, especially nosotras childfree Latinas.Raised in cultures steeped in resilience, sacrifice, and people-pleasing, we’re often expected to give more simply because we can. Add to that the scrutiny we face as triple minorities—women, Latinas, and childfree—and the weight can feel unbearable.2024 has been a year of relentless challenges and uncertainty, especially for women and marginalized communities. This re-release is one small way to help you close out the year by choosing yourself.Join Karenna Soto and me as we tackle hustle culture head-on and reclaim our well-being.In this episode, we’ll explore:🌟 How to spot burnout’s early warning signs—physically, emotionally, and mentally.🌟 Practical strategies for setting boundaries and protecting your energy.🌟 Why honoring your health and capacity is the key to building a thriving, sustainable life.Let’s leave burnout behind and enter 2025 with balance, strength, and clarity.To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 78.About Karenna:Meet Karenna, a seasoned expert in communication, relationship cultivation, and anxiety management. With a passion for facilitating personal evolution, Karenna thrives on guiding individuals through the complexities of interpersonal dynamics. As a keynote speaker on burnout, host of "The Fully Expressed Podcast," and a trauma-informed somatic practitioner, she brings a holistic approach to her work.Karenna specializes in empowering high-achieving women to honor and optimize their capacities, speak their truth, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence. This empowerment enables them to fully engage in both their personal and professional spheres. Through her teachings, she champions authenticity and encourages women to embrace their fullest expression in life and business. Karenna's mission is clear: to foster a community where women can flourish and thrive, embodying their true selves without reservation.Check her out on https://thefullyexpressedpodcast.com/Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Dec 16, 2024

41m

80

The Media's Biased Gaze with Professor Evelyn Alsultany {Re-Release}

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #77 - In a media landscape that continues to demonstrate its selective empathy, the recent disparate coverage of two tragic and avoidable deaths starkly illustrates Professor Evelyn Alsultany's core argument about media representation. While extensive airtime has been devoted to the death of a white CEO, the death of Black Girl Disney's Dominique Brown has received far less attention—a painful reminder of how media systematically determines whose stories matter and whose lives are deemed worthy of collective mourning.Media representation isn't just about entertainment—it's a powerful force that shapes our perceptions of marginalized communities. In this compelling re-released interview, Professor Alsultany dismantles the harmful stereotypes and narrow narratives that reduce complex human experiences to simplistic caricatures.In her groundbreaking book, Broken: The Failed Promise of Muslim Inclusion, Professor Alsultany dissects the harmful “logics” that justify exclusion and inequality. She boldly challenges the idea that marginalized people should need to be a "good" version of themselves to be accepted.As a Cuban-Iraqi American, a childfree Latina, and a leading expert on Arab and Muslim representation, Evelyn's work exposes how Hollywood and media narratives that legitimize exclusion and perpetuate harmful stereotypes. Through her research, we gain a better understanding of how our perceptions are shaped—and how we can push back against injustice.This episode explores themes of identity, representation, and accountability in the wake of historical events currently unfolding in Arab and Muslim countries, and how our media is covering them. The professor invites us to step out of our comfort zones, confront the systems of oppression we live within, and listen to voices we too often ignore. ⚠️ Content note: This episode discusses terrorism, rape, school shootings, and genocide. Also the death toll in Palestine as of Dec 9, 2024 is now 42,000 people.To get the full show notes, including Professor Alsultany's bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 77.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Dec 10, 2024

41m

79

We Failed The Assignment, Now What?

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #76 - My dear childfree Latinas, we're obviously in trouble. The assignment everyone seemed so excited to turn in last week was an utter failure. Like most group projects, it sucked.So what do we do now? How do we exist in a world where people voted for both AOC (yay!) and Donald Trump (boo!)? How do we co-exist with people who have effectively told us we mean nothing to them?Well, if we mean nothing then we have nothing to lose. So let's try to combat some of our toxic cultural bullshit while we still have our rights intact.5 takeaways from this episode:Reject imposter syndrome; it’s a form of self-sabotage.Embrace the power of your voice—speak up and be heard.Be mindful of your media consumption; diet isn’t just what we eat.Become media literate to avoid being a “useful idiot.”Question religious narratives about women’s roles; reclaim the story.Finally, pass your knowledge on to the people around you. Break the patriarchy's influence over us one conversation at a time. Grassroots, mi gente. That's where we'll thrive. We've done it before, and we'll do it again. To get the full show notes and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 76.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Nov 14, 2024

16m

78

Rekindle Your Light: Redefining Success and Breaking Cultural Expectations with Paulette Erato

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #75 - LVMC friend and fellow childfree Latina podcaster Ydaiber Orozco of Rekindle Your Light interviews Paulette for her show. These show notes are from her channel. This is the last "new" episode of 2024. The fun continues with the Latinas In Podcasting Virtual Summit, a free event that includes Ydaiber! It's all about amplifying the voices of Latinas and other marginalized groups that are hard to find in a podcasting space dominated by the male-and-pale. Get your free ticket while you can, or upgrade to the VIP experience: https://www.latinasinpodcasting.com/From Rekindle Your Light:Get ready for an insightful, boundary-breaking conversation with Paulette Erato, host of La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas, as she delves into the unconventional choices that define her life. From defying cultural norms to rejecting societal expectations, Paulette opens up about living child-free, challenging the status quo, and embracing authenticity. Tune in to explore how to reclaim your identity, unlearn toxic beliefs, and design a life that’s truly your own.Key Takeaways:Living Child-Free: Paulette highlights the freedom and intentionality behind her choice to live without children, dismantling cultural expectations and showing how this decision has allowed her to design her best life.Unlearning Toxic Cultural Norms: She discusses the need to deconstruct and unlearn toxic elements within Latino culture, specifically around family and gender roles, to embrace a more authentic self.The Power of Nonconformity: Paulette emphasizes the importance of questioning popular trends and societal expectations, sharing personal stories of how her skepticism has shaped her unconventional life choices.Freedom through Adaptability: Flexibility in life, particularly the ability to adapt without the constraints of children, has allowed Paulette to embrace spontaneous changes like moving to Puerto Rico, reinforcing her appreciation for freedom.Standing in Your Power: Paulette reflects on how building self-confidence enables her to stand firm in her beliefs, even when they go against societal norms. She encourages others to explore opportunities instead of conforming to expectations.Your Hype Squad: Paulette advocates for surrounding yourself with people who uplift and support you, stressing that relationships should be collaborative, not competitive.Self-Love as a Foundation for Loving Others: Paulette discusses the significance of self-love, suggesting that being able to love yourself provides the capacity to love and support others in the ways they need.To get the full show notes and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 75.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Oct 15, 2024

41m

77

Why Are We Voting Against Our Best Interests? Angela Chavez on Manipulation and Political Power

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #74 - As we gear up for another contentious election cycle, it's prudent to ask: why do we keep voting against our own best interests? Angela Chavez, Communications and Public Affairs Director for Courage California and a childfree Latina, explains it very plainly: because you're being manipulated by immensely well-funded propaganda, all day and every day.The 2020 Proposition 22 campaign is a prime example of this!So how do we find out the truth behind the constant disinformation crusades that play on our emotions about crime and homelessness, swaying us to vote against the greater good? Angela educates us about the tools that Courage California provides for CA citizens to make those informed choices (these tools exist in all states too!), like the Courage Score legislators receive on their voting records.Angela also challenges conventional narratives about political success—emphasizing that elections are less about "winning" and more about "moving the needle" toward meaningful progress. And how much of that work is done down ballot, not at the federal level.Finally, Angela shares actionable steps for young voters (and all of us) to take so we can overcome election apathy to create real change.Voting for change is a group project, and the very least all of us can do on November 5th is show up to vote. Groups like Courage California have already done all the homework for us. So if we all want to get an A+, get out the vote and encourage everyone around you to send in their ballots, too.The childless cat ladies are watching!🧙‍♀️🐈‍⬛To get the full show notes, tools mentioned guest bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 74.About Angela:I'm the Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Courage California, the Founding Director of Chicas Latinas de Sacramento from 2009 to 2024. I oversee the strategic communications for Courage California’s 501(c)(4), 501(c)(3), and PACs, on progressive statewide and regional legislation, electoral, and issue-based campaigns. I have my BA in Journalism and was a reporter in the central valley for a bit. Find her full bio and all the tools mentioned at https://pauletteerato.com/74-why-are-we-voting-against-our-best-interests-angela-chavez-on-manipulation-and-political-power/Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Oct 1, 2024

56m

76

The Secret to a Soft Life with Childfree Latina Yoreim Virella (Part 2)

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #73 - In Part 2 of this series with TikTok sensation and childfree Latina, Yoreim Virella, we continue our deep dive into the complex realities of modern motherhood: the societal neglect of new mothers, the devaluation of women beyond motherhood, and the systemic challenges faced by parents. All of these truths are conveniently obscured by our fast-paced, capitalist culture.We also take a critical look at the trad-wife aesthetic that's currently flooding social media, exposing this dangerous propaganda that lures women into believing that traditional roles of wife and mother lead to an easy, carefree life. It’s time to talk about the truth behind the so-called soft life, because what truly makes a "soft life" is self-awareness. And that's something 80% of people lack. How can we do better? Start by recognizing the harm of hustle culture, and the toxic individualism that’s driving us apart as a society. And learn to heal. Because we ALL have healing to do if we're going to achieve a soft life. To lighten things up, we also get into the hilarious divide between childfree pet-owners and childfree non-pet-owners. Are pets a status symbol for the childfree?About Yoreim:Yoreim is originally from Corozal, Puerto Rico and she considers herself a multi-passionate who enjoys combining a practical career with humanitarian work, content creation, and entrepreneurship. She has over a decade of experience in human resources working in the non-profit, private, and federal sectors. While in the federal sector, she had a unique opportunity to merge her human resources expertise with disaster response work. Yoreim has been involved in multiple national disaster and humanitarian missions, from deploying to Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria to supporting CDC and OMB/White House leadership behind the scenes during the COVID-19 response efforts. She currently serves as the HR lead for her agency, managing a volunteer workforce that supports Departmental or interagency emergencies due to public health or humanitarian crises.Follow @yorlatinawellness on Tiktok and Threads.To get the full show notes, guest bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 73.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Sep 24, 2024

32m

75

Is Motherhood a Scam? With Yoreim Virella (Part 1)

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #72 - In part 1 of a two-part interview, we're diving into an enlightening conversation with Yoreim Virella, a Diásporican, humanitarian, entrepreneur, and content creator. Yoreim shares her personal journey about growing up in a predominantly Catholic town and navigating societal expectations, including wondering if she should have a child to avoid being "left behind." She has keen insights on the religious impact on motherhood and how those beliefs shape the way women are expected to navigate life after becoming mothers. We unpack the idea that mothers often disappear into their roles, losing a sense of self and identity, and discuss the glaring lack of support for those on the parenting journey.Is motherhood all it's cracked up to be...or is it a scam? It’s a thought-provoking episode as we break down stereotypes, celebrate authentic living, and champion the freedom to choose a life that's truly your own. Stay tuned for part two, where we continue this important conversation.About Yoreim:Yoreim is originally from Corozal, Puerto Rico and she considers herself a multi-passionate who enjoys combining a practical career with humanitarian work, content creation, and entrepreneurship. She has over a decade of experience in human resources working in the non-profit, private, and federal sectors. While in the federal sector, she had a unique opportunity to merge her human resources expertise with disaster response work. Yoreim has been involved in multiple national disaster and humanitarian missions, from deploying to Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria to supporting CDC and OMB/White House leadership behind the scenes during the COVID-19 response efforts. She currently serves as the HR lead for her agency, managing a volunteer workforce that supports Departmental or interagency emergencies due to public health or humanitarian crises. Follow @yorlatinawellness on Tiktok and Threads.To get the full show notes, guest bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 72.Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Sep 17, 2024

36m

74

Dismantling Diet Culture with Dr. Hortencia Jimenéz

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text!Ep #71 - Dive into the insidious nature of diet culture with Dra. Hortencia Jimenéz, a sociologist, professor, author, and health coach. She highlights the interconnectedness of diet culture with systemic oppression (calling it a spider web) and the importance of dismantling toxic cultural norms.So how do we, like little flies, free ourselves from the web and avoid being devoured? Dra. Jimenéz paves the path to freedom for us, starting with returning to our ancestral ties severed by colonization and white supremacy and leading with compassion for yourself.Key Takeaways:Understanding how diet culture is rooted in systemic oppression, and its impact on marginalized communities is crucial Recognizing and appreciating the diverse cultural foods is essential for promoting true wellness How to set boundaries and addressing food and body shaming within our own families To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 71.About Dr. Jimenéz:Dr. Hortencia Jimenéz is a queer Mexicana inmigrante of Wixárika ancestry. She was born in the Sierra Madre in Nayarit, Mexico, and immigrated to the United States as a child. She holds a B.A., MA, and Ph.D in Sociology and is also a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. Dr. Jimenéz is a Sociology professor and the author of the book Challenging Inequalities: Readings in Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration and co-author of Latinx Experiences: Interdisciplinary Perspectives by SAGE Publishing. Her research writing has appeared in academic publications and has numerous awards and recognitions for her work in the Latinx community. She has been featured in Theluzmedia, Belatina News, Hip Latina, Poderositas, Hispanic Kitchen, CanvasRebel Magazine, and most recently in L.A. Weekly. Radio stations and numerous podcasts throughout the United States have also interviewed her. She is currently a co-host for the radio Joya 1570AM “Comunidad En Contexo.” Dr. Jimenéz hosts a podcast called Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita. Her work centers on dismantling diet culture from a social and racial justice framework and helping Latinxs heal their relationship with food and body image. Follow her on Instagram and Threads. And check out her free resource, Strategies For Disrupting Food and Body Shaming. Support the showLike what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop.How to reach me:Got a thought, or a comment? Send a text!Email me at hola @ pauletteerato dot comJoin the Super Cheveritas at https://pauletteerato.substack.com/Support the show at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948831/supporters/new

Sep 3, 2024

49m

Grief & Death: What I've Learned

Come to my TEDx Pitch

Welcome to La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas

Bye-bye Spotify

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