While in town for SXSW Latina R&B Artist Grace Sorensen popped into Latinitas to chat all about her debut album BLUEPRINT, her life living in LA, and the inspirations behind her incredible songs. It is always a treat to have Grace in the studio, so please enjoy this amazing episode of Conversando!
You can listen to Grace's new album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/7F3cvPMQtl6CA4LSj8okCL?si=WtdGzXMHT9uz-1RlblfTvg
Or follow Grace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realgraces/?hl=en
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down with artist and Roomy ATX Cofounder, Marisa Torres! Marisa takes us through her journey into the world of animation, the nightmares of getting your foot in the door in Hollywood, and the exciting things coming for her new art print business, Roomy ATX! Enjoy this hilarious episode of Conversando!
You can find Roomy ATX here: https://www.roomyatx.com/
Or follow them or Marisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marisatorres.art/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/roomy.atx/?hl=en
Today's episode Latinitas invited Martina Lauchengco for a riveting conversation on new and emerging tech, the importance of work-life balance, and Lauchengco's impressive works both as an author and as a Costanoa Partner! Enjoy yet another fun Conversando!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down with The Cathedral ATX Founder Mónica Ceniceros! Mónica walks us through her journey with The Cathedral, from finding the space to making it the beautiful studio space it is today! Join us on this fun episode of Conversando!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down with Austin FC's Community Impact leaders Gisella SantaCruz & Rocky Zapata! They talk all about the sports industry, how their initiatives help the Austin Community and the power of dreaming big! Join us on this exciting episode of Conversando!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down with Consuela's very own Juanita Gomez, Accessories Senior Designer! The pair talk all about her life as a designer, acclimating to the United States, and all the fabulous things she's gotten up to since! Join us on this exciting episode of Conversando!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down with Breakfast Friend Founder, Bárbara Miñarro! The pair talk all about Breakfast Friends' success, collaborating with brands like Whataburger, and...Reality TV! Join us on this giggle-filled episode of Conversando!
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On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down for yet another in-person episode of Conversando with Austin natives, musicicans, sisters, Latinas, The Tiarras! The sisters dish on what it's been like growing up in a band, the importance of their messaging in their music, and their best, and worst, crowd expereinces. It's a really fun episode of Conversando!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus is joined by Latinitas Former Fellow Yourba Chang and IREX's Deputy Project Director Luis Quijano to discuss IREX's Exchange Program, Yourba's expereince working with Latinitas, and all the fun things she got up too during her sadly short time in Austin! It's her last day, so get ready to hear all the stories from her time here!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down for the first ever in-person episode of Conversando with Hector Gonzales and Santiago Suarez Ruiz from Rooster Teeth's Gallos Unidos! We delve into the creation of Gallos Unidos, and learn all about how Ruiz and Gonzales got to where they are today! If you're a fan of Rooster Teeth, you won't wanna miss this one!
On today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus got to speak with Austin native, musical icon, and R&B legend Grace Sorensen! We talk all about her journey being an artist, some Hunger Games hot takes, and Grace may even reveal an upcoming track title!
En este episodio de "Conversando", ¡te traemos contenido completamente en español! Hoy, estarás acompañado por nuestra anfitriona Aliyah Zalava, Coordinadora Multi-Gen en Latinitas, y nuestra Directora de Comunicaciones, Salwa Yordi. ¡En este episodio especial conocerás más sobre Aliyah, su trayectoria y lo que puedes esperar ver en futuros episodios de "Conversando Con Latinitas"!
This past week, Latinitas had the true privilege of being in the presence of Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy, Elizabeth Allen. A true visionary, and inspiring woman working in the US Department of State to make a positive change in the world. Following her inspiring SXSW panel with Latina musician Gina Chavez, Latinitas was able to speak with her on the importance of Music Diplomacy, her exciting feelings about emerging technology, and so much more. Please enjoy our conversation with the inspiring Elizabeth Allen.
Latinos now make up the largest share of the Texas population. Latinas represent a vital sector of the US labor market, though they experience the largest wage gap of any major group. Will the end of DEI or the Supreme Court's decision to end Affirmative Action hinder the future of higher education for women of color? We'll hear from Texas-based organizations that are building an educational ecosystem to support an emerging generation of Latina youth in K-12 STEM education, career exploration, digital equity, and college readiness. Hear how investing in Latinas builds a resilient workforce.
Today's episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus sits down with our amazing guest, comedian and emcee Michelle Cantu! Michelle talks all about her experience at our Future Chica Conference, some of her favorite parts from "The Office", and the realities of being a Latina comedian in the industry right now. It's a hilarious and heartfelt episode!
Welcome to season 2 of Conversando! On this episode we have our very own executive director, Gabriela Kane Guardia. Tune in as we talk about her inspiring journey into her new role, her personal connection to STEAM ,and what shes looking forward to for Latinitas in 2024!
Hosted by Camila Dejesus
Edited by Frankie Alaniz
Music by Lundstroem
We’re decking the halls and wrapping up the new year by reminiscing on some cherished Christmas memories, exploring traditions, new and old, and perhaps even delving into some holiday mishaps. It’s a seasonal episode of Conversando featuring our special guests our special guests, Digital Content Coordinator, Frankie Alaniz, our Flagship Programs Coordinator Mia Gomez-Reyes, and our Comms Director Salwa Yordi! So grab a cup of hot chocolate and tussle that tinsel, we’re getting festive!
Edited by Frankie Alaniz
Music by Lundstroem
On this unique episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus is joined by the rest of the Communications Department in the form off our lovely Communications Coordinator, Alondra Adame, and our talented Digital Content Coordinator, Frankie Alaniz. What starts out as a fun little way of giving our audience insight into what we do, honestly just devolves into us chatting it up and well…isn’t that what Conversando is all about?
Hosted by Camila Dejesus
Edited by Frankie Alaniz
Music by Lundstroem
On this episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus is joined by the Latinitas Development Team in the form of Interim Executive Director Gabriela Kane Guardia and Latinitas's Development Director TC Waugh. They tell us all about what the Development Team gets up to, and we learn some pretty interesting facts about them along the way!
Edited by Frankie Alaniz
Music by Lundstroem
On this episode of Conversando, host Camila Dejesus is joined by Latinitas very own Ambassadors, or as we call them, our Spoke Chicas; Lilli, Sophie, Victoria, and Jaylynn. Hear more about these awesome girls and their experiences with Latinitas!
