Mijo Podcast

Axel Perez
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The go-to podcast for first-gen stories, Mijo Podcast is here for all the messy, funny, and hella real parts of figuring it out. Host Axel Perez dives into what it means to grow up caught between cultures, expectations, and your glow-up. From deep talks to laugh-out-loud moments, no topic is off limits. New episodes every other week. Follow along @mijopodcast, because being first-gen is confusing AF, but you’re not alone.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    Bad Bunny's Historic Halftime Show

    Axel discusses Bad Bunny's groundbreaking Super Bowl halftime performance, highlighting its cultural significance, visual elements, and community representation. He explores the themes of identity, activism, and the impact of guest performers, ultimately reflecting on the performance as a historic moment for Latino culture and its representation in America. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    31 min

  2. FEB 4

    Therapy: A First-Gen Experience

    Axel talks about therapy through a first-gen Latino lens, not as an expert, but as someone who needed help and finally asked for it. Growing up with “échale ganas”, therapy felt unfamiliar, scary, and even shameful. Axel shares what pushed him to start, the fear before the first session, and how therapy gave him language, boundaries, and permission to rest. This conversation is for anyone who’s been curious about therapy but unsure if it’s “for them.” You’re not weak, you’re human, and you deserve support. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    38 min

  3. JAN 21

    Carlo Lupercio: The Career Pivot That Became an Agency

    Axel sits down with Carlo Lupercio, a first-gen creative who went from corporate PR to building his own influencer management agency. They talk about growing up first-gen, navigating college and corporate spaces without a roadmap, and the pressure to chase stability over passion. Carlo opens up about losing a job, redefining success, and choosing to build something rooted in his values. Today, he’s the founder of Lupercio Media, an agency centered on uplifting Latino, women, and LGBTQIA+ creators. It’s honest, grounding, and a reminder that trusting yourself can be the biggest pivot of all. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    55 min

  4. 12/24/2025

    A Latino Christmas

    Axel gets into Latino holiday chisme, the loud, loving, slightly toxic kind we all know too well. He talks chaotic family questions, unsolicited opinions, dinner debates, and the unspoken rules that somehow show up every year. Through listener stories and hot takes, he unpacks the humor and the holiday traditions, especially through a first-gen lens. It’s funny, honest, and reflective, a reminder that messy families can still be loving families, and that protecting your peace is part of growing up. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    30 min

  5. 12/10/2025

    A First-Gen Guide to Job Interviews

    Axel dives into the world of job interviews through a first-gen lens, where “bragging” feels wrong and confidence feels complicated. From researching companies to negotiating salaries, he unpacks the lessons, small wins, and quiet power of owning your story. It’s real, insightful, and a reminder that you’re not just getting the job, you’re breaking ceilings every time you show up as yourself. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    1h 1m

  6. 11/26/2025

    Jasmine Minchez Lopez: Finding Power in Poetry

    Axel sits down with Jasmine Minchez Lopez, a first-gen poet who turned her story into art. They talk about growing up between cultures, discovering poetry as a way to heal, and finding power in spaces like Get Lit. From family reactions to building her own path, Jasmine opens up about identity, courage, and the magic of using your voice when the world doesn’t expect you to. It’s honest, soulful, and a reminder that your story, exactly as it is, is worth telling. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    1h 5m

  7. 11/12/2025

    I Tried Speed Dating in LA

    Axel tries speed dating for the plot, and for the podcast, obviously. He shares the highs, the awkward, the cute moments, and the chaos of meeting guy after guy in rapid-fire rounds. He talks about what the experience taught him about connection, presence, and letting himself be seen. It’s vulnerable, funny, and a reminder that sometimes the best stories happen when you stop swiping and just show up. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    40 min

  8. 10/29/2025

    Modern Dating: Is Real Love Dead?

    Axel talks about what it’s really like dating in today’s world. The apps, the “hey” messages, and the situationships that never stood a chance. He opens up about why finding real connection feels harder than ever, what he’s learned about dating with intention, and why he still believes love isn’t dead… it’s just taking its time. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    44 min

  9. 10/29/2025

    The First-Gen College Experience

    Axel shares his experience growing up first-gen, from navigating college culture and family expectations to finding belonging and pride in his story. He opens up about the challenges, the culture shocks, and the moments of resilience that shaped him along the way. Axel also reflects on what it means to carry family dreams while creating your own path, a heartfelt tribute to identity, growth, and everyone building the blueprint from scratch. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    41 min

  10. 10/29/2025

    My College Graduation Speech Experience

    Axel shares what it was like being chosen as the commencement speaker for his graduation at California State University, Fullerton. He opens up about the inspiration behind his speech, a heartfelt tribute to his culture, his upbringing, and the people who shaped him. Axel also reflects on how the speech unexpectedly went viral, reaching thousands online, including, surprisingly, his own therapist. MIJO PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mijopodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcastWebsite: https://www.mijopodcast.com AXELInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelperez.png/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themijopodcast Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of any agency, or organization.

    51 min
  • 10 Episodes

About

The go-to podcast for first-gen stories, Mijo Podcast is here for all the messy, funny, and hella real parts of figuring it out. Host Axel Perez dives into what it means to grow up caught between cultures, expectations, and your glow-up. From deep talks to laugh-out-loud moments, no topic is off limits. New episodes every other week. Follow along @mijopodcast, because being first-gen is confusing AF, but you’re not alone.

Information

  • Creator
    Axel Perez
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 First-Gen Network
  • Show Website
    Mijo Podcast