Latina Life With Jen Aguillon

Jennifer Aguillon
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Latina Life with Jen Aguillon is a podcast and digital series spotlighting Latinas who are redefining their industries — hosted and created by a two-time Emmy Award winning television producer with 20+ years of insider access. This show exists to give Latinas access to honest conversations they have never been invited to, with people who are making things happen. Visiting powerful Latina groundbreakers in their world Jen has unfiltered and candid discussions about what they experienced, personally and professionally, as they created paths for themselves, and others, in their fields. The goal is to inspire, support and help listeners take that extra step in their own journeys or overcome insecurities and challenges. 

  1. 6h ago

    Latina Life-ing At Hollywood Events & An Honoree Spotlight I Latina Life with Jen Aguillon

    Today I share how I am "Latina Life-ing" with some inside tidbits from a few fun events I attended in the past few weeks. I also shine a light on a deserving Latina being honored at the 2026 Chrysalis Butterfly Ball this weekend. With the support of the Chrysalis' Employment Social Enterprise (Chrysalis Road) Guadalupe Rios has been able to rebuild her life after years of substance abuse. Guadalupe will be honored this weekend with the John Dillon Award which celebrates the journey and accomplisments of a Chrysalis client overcoming challenges. She will share the night with the inaugural Rising Phoenix Award honorees, the cast of New Girl (Zooey Deschanel, Max Greenfield, Damon Wayans Jr, Jake Johnson, Lamorne Morris and Hannah Simone). I also share behind the scenes moments from some of the fun events I attended: the premiere for the animated (and beautiful) movie "Forgotten Island" celebrating Filipino culture with the story about friendship and the after-party with actor Dave Franco and award winning singer- songwriter H.E.R. at the new Lucas Museum. Also, the Los Angeles Magazine Best of Beauty Event celebrating their beauty issue which highlights the innovative people and products helping us all look and feel our best. One more - the launch party for Dos Hombres Reposado Tequila with co-founders Breaking Bad's Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul! Here's to all of us Life-ing out there! #latina #tequila #breakingbad #filipina #beauty

  2. Sep 26

    The Path from Customer Service Rep to Vice President with Verizon's Susie Corona

    Today’s Super Latina is an inspiration for anyone who is starting their career with a first time job as a barista or customer service representative.  Susie Corona, grew up in a predominantly Latino community in Los Angeles, raised by Mexican parents who were proud of their heritage and taught her about good work ethic, the value of education and how not to let fear get in the way of reaching your goals. Starting as a customer service representative at Verizon, one of the largest wireless networks in America, Susie worked her way up the ranks to her current position as Associate Vice President of Brand Portfolio. Advice for others - Don’t be discouraged and invest in yourself. She gives us insight on steps that can be taken to reach your goal.  Susie’s connection with her roots and the community has been important to Verizon’s multi-cultural initiatives. The latest one is in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. A collaboration with Total Wireless and Western Union –  an immersive pop up called “Mexico Transferred” which brings the sounds, sights and fragrance of Guadalajara, Mexico to Boyle Heights. It is a reminder how the scent of a flower or the sound of the city can transport us to much loved memories of a time in our lives.  Here’s to investing in ourselves and embracing our heritage! #hispanic #heritage #guadalajara Watch the interview on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj3_AsbQ4F1U5_dCtwkHnEw

  3. Aug 11

    Mental Health, Art and Not Taking Things Personally with Sandra Vergara

    Our Latina today is a vibrant, intelligent, strong and inspirational Colombian whose early hardships shaped her perspective on life, helped her create opportunities for herself and fueled her need to support the community. A former model, Sandra Vergara has acted in various TV series, has been a television host and correspondent for various shows (including one with RuPaul), and was on Season 9 of Netflix’s entertaining series Selling Sunset. She is also a survivor of abuse who is taking the stigma out of mental health and is empowering females (and males) through her social media platforms. Her early upbringing was not traditional, as her parents were not able to care for her. She was adopted by her aunt and grew up with her sister, actress Sofia Vergara, until the family left for the States after her brother’s passing. Due to a visa issue, Sandra could not join them. It was during that time that Sandra had to use her internal survival skills to escape some traumatic moments. Two things that have kept her going was, and continues to be, her art and motto: “Don’t take it personally.” She attributes those two things with being here now. After high school she reunited with Sofia and her family, moving from Barranquilla to LA. Her path has taken her from make-up artist to entertainment journalist to television personality to mental health care advocate and now, celebrity ambassador for Osier, a skincare line with a mission of personal healing. She is also partnering with the National Alliance of Mental Illness for upcoming initiatives. Sandra shares advice to those who are interested in pursuing a career in entertainment, the best advice Sofia has shared with her and more. Here’s to being authentic and true to ourselves and to the power of self-resilience

  4. Jul 31

    Going Viral and Making New Music with NEZZA

    Our Super Latina grew up in the Bay Area with Columbian-Dominican parents who were loving, yet protective, and made sure she kept a busy schedule. Her schedule was so busy that her high school yearbook’s saying stated: “I can’t. I have dance.”  Dance has guided her on her current journey as a singer and songwriter.  NEZZA’s self described windy path in music led to her 2021 debut album “Solita” (which had over one million streams), sold out shows in 2022 and now, to her new album “Sweat”, which is out in August. More just keeps coming as our Spanglish Pop Princessa is giving her fans a new single, Final Season, on July 31st!  The world became even more aware of Nezza when she performed the official Spanish version of the National Anthem at Los Angeles Dodger Stadium in June 2025. The performance, as well as the story of her resisting the pressure to not sing it in Spanish, went viral. Note: the Spanish version was officially commissioned in 1945 by the State Department as part of President Franklin Roosevelt’s Good Neighbor policy to foster better relationships with Latin America. Nezza has received support, criticism and hate for that performance. Her upcoming documentary, La Tierra del Valor, examines that impactful event. She shares how her tight knit family’s support and protection prepared her for getting through that moment (then and now), where she gets her strength from and the challenges of the industry.

  5. 10/13/2025

    How Deciding The Type of Person You Are Will Guide Your Career and Life with Julie Estrada

    The Super Latina we are spotlighting today is a force in the tourism and travel industry. She has a global reach that touches families every day. As the Director of Communications North America for the Merlin Entertainments Group Julie Estrada oversees PR strategies as well as national (and local) media coverage across the US for 43 attractions that include Legoland Resorts, Lego Land Discovery Center, Madame Tussauds, Peppa Pig theme parks and more. This Southern California native has traveled to Dubai, Malaysia and the UK for the opening of the company’s theme parks. Before helping families create memorable moments at these destinations, Julie started her career in broadcast news and was an Executive Producer at the San Diego-based television station KUSI.  Julie’s mother was born in Guadalajara, Mexico and her father grew up in Kansas. Both of her parents encouraged Julie to try everything she was interested in, whether it was acting and performing in high school or trying out for the Mickey Mouse Club the same year as Christina Aguilera and Justin Timberlake, and making it to the finals! During our conversation Julie shares how motherhood steered her into public relations, the importance of always trying, how failing will make you stronger, advice her former supervisor shared with her about the three different categories people fall into and knowing which category you fit in will help shape your path. Most importantly, we talk about how her philosophy and relationships can help when navigating uncertainty in the job market.  Here’s to creating roles that align with your passion and embracing new opportunities! #latina #latinalife #latinatravels  Listen to #latinalifewithjenandmilena @spotify @iheartradiopodcasts tag apple podcasts

  6. 07/06/2025

    Impact of Role Models, Policies and Our Rights with Special Guest, Jose Medrano, Immigration Attorney

    In a new episode of Latina Life with Jen and Milena, we discuss the current administration’s actions towards immigrants and the impact that it is having on the country’s democracy. Many citizens, documented immigrants and undocumented immigrants are feeling anxious, angry, helpless … or unaffected… and so much more. What do you do if you are stopped and detained? What to do if you are witnessing a potential kidnapping by masked men? How is history repeating itself? How do we ensure that the USA continues as a democracy instead of a dictatorship? Why should it matter to all of us? Why are role models important? We cover all these topics and more with immigration attorney Jose Medrano. A first generation Mexican-American, and founder of Medrano Law Firm, he graduated from UCLA, Loyola Law School and passed the California Bar Exam so he could use his real-life experience to represent clients in Immigration Court, Superior Court of California and U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Services.  Let’s stand up for everyone’s rights, be positive role models and use knowledge of this country’s past history to continue being the best place to live, to create, to innovate, to prosper, to collaborate with and to be in.  #latina #latinalife

  7. 07/02/2025

    Surviving A Crime and the Aftermath with Milena Monrroy

    In a new episode of Latina Life with Jen and Milena, we talk about surviving a crime and how to move forward from it. It was on a beautiful morning, two years ago, when Milena pulled into her garage and was robbed at gunpoint. She shares important information to keep in mind for anyone who finds themselves in a situation like this and why staying calm, following directions and having an exit plan is important. There is not a handbook to guide anyone on how to handle the aftermath. We discuss the importance of therapy, support from family and friends and how the mind shifts after trauma.  After listening to our conversation, learn more about the next steps as Milena talks to host Amy E Wheeler on the true crime podcast “What Came Next” hosted by Amy E. Wheeler.  Let’s be nosy neighbors, stay vigilant and protect each other. #latina #latinalife  Listen to Latina Life with Jen and Milena @applepodcasts @iheartradio @spotifypodcasts

  8. 02/11/2025

    Being Unconventional Is An Asset With Francesca Noel

    Today, Latina Life With Jen and Milena talks to Francesca Noel, a young Super Latina who is fearless and authentic. Francesca was surrounded by the arts as she grew up in an unconventional household in Woodstock, NY. She was on the path of a classical trained musician at the Berklee College of Music (and Bard) when she bought a one way ticket to New York City for a movie audition that would change her life. She booked the role of Juliet in the 2021 film “R#J”, a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” in which the story is told with modern day texts and social media posts. Francesca was recognized as a breakout star at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival for that role. It was also that project that emphasized the importance of seeing a reflection of ourselves in front of and behind the camera so that the culture can be more inclusive of the Latin/Latina community.  Currently you can see her starring in “Goosebumps: The Vanishing” on Disney+ as Alex Diaz, the rule breaker with an edge. Francesca shares her experience working on this successful and popular franchise alongside Ana Ortiz and David Schwimmer. Eso! Here’s to exploring our roots and embracing new experiences! Listen to Latina LIfe with Jen and Milena on @applepodcasts @spotify @iheartradio

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Latina Life with Jen Aguillon is a podcast and digital series spotlighting Latinas who are redefining their industries — hosted and created by a two-time Emmy Award winning television producer with 20+ years of insider access. This show exists to give Latinas access to honest conversations they have never been invited to, with people who are making things happen. Visiting powerful Latina groundbreakers in their world Jen has unfiltered and candid discussions about what they experienced, personally and professionally, as they created paths for themselves, and others, in their fields. The goal is to inspire, support and help listeners take that extra step in their own journeys or overcome insecurities and challenges. 

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  • Creator
    Jennifer Aguillon
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
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    Latina Life With Jen Aguillon