LatinXellence Podcast Los Riveras

In this episode we connect with Armando De La Torre. He is an entrepreneur, restaurateur, and leads one of LA’s favorite taco chains, Guisados. Armando talks about the dynamics of running a business alongside his father (ala Shaq and Kobe), delivering an extraordinary customer experience, and how to remain flexible in a constantly evolving LA market. We also learn about Armando’s newest restaurants, George’s Burgers and Playita, and how they continue to reflect the values of the Latinx culture in LA.

Lastly, as a reminder, we are still recording at home! We appreciate your patience as we navigate barking dogs, ambulances, and any other background noise.

Things you will learn in this episode:


How to build a brand that represents your goals, values, and leadership
Ways to prioritize product quality and customer experience while scaling a business
Ways managers can empower teams through presence, patience, and resilience.

You can learn more about Guisados, George’s Burgers, and Playita on Instagram.


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In this episode we connect with Noe Alvarez, author of his memoir called Spirit Run: A 6,000 mile marathon through North America’s Stolen Land. Noe shares how his family and culture inspired him to embark on a once in a lifetime run organized by indigenous communities from Alaska to Panama. He discusses the many lessons learned from his running experience and how a focus on community helped him find a place in his own history. Lastly, he shares practical advice for those who are looking to write and publish their first book.

Things you will learn in this episode:


How to take steps to explore your interests and understand your purpose through new experiences

Ways to stay connected to your community and carry them forward

Tools to help you kickstart your writing career


You can purchase your own copy of Spirit Run here and connect with Noe on Instagram @noealvarez509.


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In this pro-tips episode, we connect with Rita Soledad, Founder of Wealth Para Todos, a community of gente willing to talk dinero so that we can all build wealth collectively. Soledad became a personal finance enthusiast after becoming debt-free while sick on medical leave. She is committed to talking dinero with anyone willing to listen so that we can all build wealth juntos. Soledad gets right to the point and shares her practical pro-tips on how to plan the life you want by building a sustainable personal finance plan.

Things you will learn in this episode:


Budgeting hacks including how to create a zero-based budget

Steps to pay down debt in a sustainable way including using the snowball and avalanche method

Why an emergency fund is important and how to build it poco a poco

Tools to help you invest in your future and retirement


You can connect with Soledad on Instagram @wealthparatodos.


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In this episode, we connect with Janet Cruz Padron, Founder of a financial empowerment platform called Latina Money. Janet shares the ways in which money has played a significant role in her culture and how eliminating the taboo about talking about wealth led her to helping her clients attain financial empowerment.

Things you will learn in this episode:


How to make more money through passive income

Steps to becoming an infopreneur (building a business by selling knowledge)

How to build your brand through authenticity and passion

Tools to help you invest in the stock market

You can connect with Janet on Instagram @latina_money.


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In this episode, we connect with Salud & Sebastian Marroquin, a husband and wife real estate team based in Los Angeles, California. The Marroquin’s discuss the current state of the real estate market and provide actionable strategies for those looking to learn or break into the industry.

Things you will learn in this episode:


Why buying vs. renting will help you build wealth and a legacy

How to devise a plan to purchase a property early on (even if you don’t think you are ready)

How to make strategic sacrifices to buy your first property

How to avoid common “first time home buyer” mistakes

Why mindset is critical to accomplishing your investing goals


You can connect with Salud & Sebastian on Instagram @oursangabrielvalley/@mrs_fitrealtor/@fitrealtor_ or email Sebastian directly at investingopp@gmail.com.


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In this episode, we connect with Christen Limon, on-air radio personality at 97.1 AMP, a radio station in Los Angeles. Christen talks to us about how she went from working as a telephone operator to becoming an on-air radio host and working with the infamous Carson Daly!

Things you will learn in this episode:


How to stay authentic to yourself especially when working in the public space

Why speaking up and sharing an unpopular opinion is critical to making your voice heard

Why "starting from the bottom” isn’t necessarily a bad thing

Why asking for constructive feedback can only make you better

How to become a more effective storyteller by LISTENING well

You can connect with Christen on Instagram/Twitter @christenlimon and listen to her on 97.1 AMP Mon-Fri: 9AM-2PM & Sat-Sun: 12PM-6PM.


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