Tamarindo

This is a bonus episode of #TamarindoPodcast featuring Making Movies, an American Rock band from Kansas City, Missouri. The band is made up of two sets of brothers: Enrique Chi, Diego Chi, Juan Carlos Chaurand, and Andres Chaurand, whose Latin roots influence the band's unique sound. Brenda met with Making Movies during a stop on their #ImmigrantsAreBeautiful tour and discussed the power of music in activism. In this episode, you will hear "Brave Enough", "Locura Colectiva" and "Spinning Out" from the band's latest album I am Another You. Melinna and Brenda will both be back for our next episode so be sure to subscribe! This episode is brought to you by Intimalena. Listeners of Tamarindo receive 30% off with offer code TAMARINDO. Go to www.intimalena.com to shop. Don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcast Keep up with us on all our social media platformsL Instagram: TamarindoPodcast Twitter: TamarindoCast website: www.tamarindopodcast.com Other music in this episode includes "Boracha" by Utopia

On this minicast episode of Tamarindo, Melinna Bobadilla and Brenda Gonzalez, your favorite #educatedpeleoneras, give you a  rundown of the week's highlights. We talk about the historic #AlabamaSenate race, Salma Hayek's raw #metoo NY Times OpEd, and what we are loving or side-eyeing on screen, in our returning segment:  #Telenoveleando! This week, we cover the blockbuster film #Coco and Spike Lee’s new Netflix series, #ShesGottaHaveit. Listen for recent #Chanclazos, #BidiBidiBomBoms, and few fun announcements. FYI Tamarindo will go on a brief winter break for the next few weeks. We will be back in mid-January with fresh new episodes!

This mini-cast episode we have Paula Z. Gomez as guest host. Paula supports Tamarindo as a fan and website maven. Together, they discuss what makes for a perfect girls trip and the importance of spending time with amigas. Brenda and Paula interview Martha E. Flores, founder of the Latina-centered media company, ¡brava! Martha's expertise include awesome storytelling, viral pop culture and at-scale content. Hear these #mujeres get into the brands and content that speak to them and why #latina content matters.

Washington Post best-selling author Julissa Arce joins Brenda as guest host. Together, they interview Lucy Flores who was the first Latina elected to the Nevada state legislature. Julissa and Brenda discuss #noposwow moments when we are shocked at the actions of others. Julissa shares examples of recent personal attacks from folks in our own community. A central theme on this episode is how we can do better to lift each other up and not tear each other down. Get inspired by Lucy's story of overcoming great challenges and how this #chingona is continuing to push important issues forward, such as #justicereform and #immigration as Vice President of Public Affairs at mitú, a digital media company that creates authentic, culturally relevant stories. Keep up with Lucy at lucyflores.com and with Julissa at julissarce.com. Please rate and review #TamarindoPodcast

This episode features an introduction to our fans to Morado Lens, a feminist podcast hosted by two childhood friends who discuss embracing your #innerbruja. Hear how Cindy Rodriguez and Nathalie Farfan interview #DoloresHuerta. Subscribe today and #supportbrownpodcasts.

This is a cross-over episode with Betsy Aimee of The Currently and Brenda Gonzalez of Tamarindo. Betsy and Brenda discuss the book Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body, by Roxane Gay. They tackle the book's themes including body image, growing up with immigrant parents, and trauma. This episode closes with a discussion on what should be in an #adultingstarterkit. Get to know these hosts and check out both of these podcasts. The Currently Podcast is about the defining moment of a generation. Writer, and Creative Entrepreneur Betsy Aimee dives into current events, culture shifts, personal development and social good with interesting guests from all walks of life. Sign up to receive The Currently Newsletter for tips on things to listen, read, and watch learn more @betsyaimeec, or via betsyaimee.com. Tamarindo podcast is a socially conscious talk show with a Latinx vibe discussing race, politics, music, and life! In each episode, guests and hosts decide who gets a #chanclazo or scolding and discuss why. Keep up with ta

This is a #minicast episode and recording on our #instagram live convo with #HoodDigest. We discuss #CardiB #PuertoRico #TakeAKnee and #HispanicHeritageMonth. We also ask you to save the date for #PodcasteriaFest a #Latinx podcast festival happening November 19 in #LosAngeles in conjunction with #MolcajeteDominguero. We also hope to see many of you at #Tropicalia Music and Taco Festival in Long Beach! Please rate and review #Tamarindopodcast so other folks can find us!

Tamarindo podcast summer intern, Lauren Gaytan, guest hosts this episode as her final summer project with Tamarindo. Lauren and Brenda interview Magdalena "Maggie" Guillen, an editor at aol.com where she helps manage front page content and interviews cool celebrities and lifestyle brands. Maggie is launching a poetry book and is part of a female empowerment network. On this episode, we tackle what it's like to start your life/career and gaining independence when you have strict and traditional parents, a topic many #Latinas can relate to. We also touch on #selfcare, #careeradvice, and life! Keep up with Maggie at @mgthatisme. We wish our first, ever, intern Lauren best of luck on her future endeavors. If you are interested in a fall internship on Tamarindo and are local to LA, please contact us at tamarindopodcast.com

Brenda of Tamarindo and Elmer of #HoodDigest recorded an #instagramlive special minicast reacting to the September 5, 2017 news that #45 would rescind #DACA. This is a podcast "minicast" of that same conversation that so many of you joined us for. Catch our full episodes at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Tamarindo guest host, Elmer Roldan of #HoodDigest joins Brenda Gonzalez on this musical episode with the amazingly talented, Irene Diaz. Born and raised in East LA, Irene Diaz emerges out of the Chicano Music scene as a serenading songstress, moving her audience to sing and sway to the love songs she has created. Her debut EP "I Love You Madly" showcased Diaz's musical style and ability to crossover and draw inspiration from different genres ranging from Jazz to R&B to Folk. She received critical acclaim for "I Love You Madly"....and now she is working on her highly anticipated full length album set to be released in 2018. You'll also hear Tamarindo Podcast community manager, Lauren Gaytan on this one.

This #minicast episode is a brief interview with a Charlottesville based organization called Sin Barreras/Without Barriers. Through our conversation with Edgar Lara, we learn of a different side of the community of #Charlottesville. Though it is difficult to find hope after a weekend filled with hate, we know many are motivated to ask "What can I do?" Here is how one organization is responding to that call. Learn more about Sin Barreras at http://sinbarrerascville.com/ and also track the hashtag #RiseUpVA and https://www.facebook.com/DreamersofVirginia/

The amazing #mujeres behind the podcast Locatora Radio join Tamarindo to discuss their work, background, and to breakdown what rape culture is and howe we can help end it. This episode is hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio. We will have Luis on our next full episode with some of the stars of Suit Zoot's latest run in Los Angeles. After that, you can keep up with Luis on his podcast "Nos Vemos en El Swap Meet"--a Spanish language podcast featuring the stories of those who shop, sell, and frequent the Swap Meet. Please stay connected with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

Luis is joined by Tamarindo intern Lauren Gaytan as guest host discussing #dichos #molcajetedominguero and a #kardashian gets a #chancla. Lauren shares all about her first day at Tamarindo #bucketlist. Next, Brenda and Luis speak to Jorge Madrid, the Manager for California Clean Energy and the #EnvironmentalDefenseFund and learn about #EnvironmentalEquity. If you are in the LA area, be sure to check out #EastSideSol on August 19 at Mariachi Plaza in Boyle Heights for a community celebration of art, music, and a healthy environment. Learn why Jorge is passionate about environmental justice and equity issues and how you can get involved!

This is a jammed packed episode where Luis and Brenda first discuss Pride, then kick it off with TWO great interviews on this episode. We talk to Audrey Bellis, the creator of the #BrownGirlsRising podcast and founder for Worthy Women. She is a first generation Latina killing it in the tech space. Go to www.worthywomen.co to learn more about her many projects. We also catch up with Wendy Carrillo candidate for State Assembly in California's 51st District. Check out www.wendyforassembly.com to learn more about her and we hope you love our #saltycrunchy jam in her interview. Finally, some of the music on this episode is courtesy of Irene Diaz music, a Los Angeles-based artist with an amazing voice, she'll be on the show in a future episode, but check her out at www.irenediazmusic.com. Lastly, we are supporting a local nonprofit, AltaMed, by offering a discount to their amazing East LA Meets Napa event happening July 28 at LA Live. Use promo code TAMWINE at check out and we hope to see you there! Join us on

On this minicast episode, Brenda chats with Rudy Espinoza, Executive Director of LURN, the Leadership for Urban Renewal Network. This nonprofit implements innovative strategies to revitalize low-income urban areas through advocacy and micro-financing. In addition to learning about LURN, Brenda and Rudy discuss the campaign to legalize street vending in Los Angeles and what this means for immigrant communities. Rudy shares how he helped create LURN and why he is passionate about investing in our community. You can visit LURN's website at www.lurnnetwork.org to find out more about this fabulous organization.

We bring back Kristie Hernandez, a star from our #MujeresLead series! Kristie achieved her dream of being an appointee of #PresidentObama and worked for the Department of Defense and later she worked for the Peace Corps. Now she's back in East Los Angeles to tell us her experience being one of very few #Latinas at the Pentagon.

Brenda and Luis chat with Esteban, aka, Chicano Eats, the sweetest guest they've ever had, who came to the studio with chocolate abuelita flavored cookies and cupcakes! He is a food blogger that creates works of art with his amazing and colorful photographs that invite viewers to "un pedacito" of his Mexican American roots. Check out www.chicanoeats.com for his recetas, pictures, and blog! This is a finger licking good episode! #provecho

Brenda chats with Cindy Zavala, aka, La SalvadoReina. Cindy brings a fresh hip hop take to the cumbia world with her contagious sound. Her love for the Salvadorian community of her hometown of Washington DC comes through in her hit video "Cumbia Capital" (https://youtu.be/oKNXhAjXPg0) See how this stylish singer and performer leaves her mark on the cumbia scene. A new resident of San Antonio Texas, when she's off the dance floor you can find Cindy at a Selena festival or listening to Tamarindo! By day, she is part of the Education Programs team at the National Council of La Raza. Check out this minicast produced by our very own Luis Octavio and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

We chat with Uriel Saenz, a celebrated leader who is credited as an international fashion designer, Military Veteran (USMC) and a respected media man. He is currently VP of Multicultural Development & Strategy for the Los Angeles Times. Uriel Saenz has taken his work around the world, was selected featured American Designer in China and has been a participant of Mercedes- Benz fashion week. We get very deep and personal with Uriel learning of the many challenges he has overcome and the barriers he is breaking. He talks about his role as a single father to a daughter, who is now a young adult, and gives us a humble and vulnerable account of a recent experience he is living as a parent. This is an important episode to listen to. Trigger Warning We discuss domestic violence.