Cultura Convos

Edith Suarez Torres

Stories and reflections of identidad y cultura meant to educate, inspire, and entertain.T hrough personal reflections, stories, and conversations with other guests, this community is forming to help you to become the best version of yourself by writing and rewriting your story from a place of strength instead of embarrassment, fear, or shame. Our goal is that you begin to embrace and celebrate your cultural identity, while also remembering that no one identity defines you

  1. May 29

    My Turquoise Pants Moment in West Africa: How the Stories We Are Told and Never Told Shape Everything

    What happens when you show up somewhere carrying assumptions you did not even know you had? In this solo episode, I share the story of packing turquoise pants for Burkina Faso, West Africa and what that cringe worthy thrift store moment revealed about the stories I had been carrying as truth without ever questioning them. From being so nervous telling my parents I was leaving for two years to arriving in West Africa and realizing an entire continent had been reduced to a stereotype in my mind, this episode goes deep on something that shows up in all of our lives: the stories we are told and never told shape everything. How we see other cultures, other people, and even ourselves. In this episode I share: Where my inherited assumptions actually came fromHow World Vision commercials, National Geographic, and limited representation shaped my entire worldviewWhy examining our stories is the starting point to reframing our own story How to be intentional about what you expose yourself toWhat your own turquoise pants moment might be trying to teach youThis is exactly what Cultura Convos was built for. Real, nuanced conversations that help us write and rewrite our stories from a place of strength. What is your turquoise pants moment?  Share it with me:  hola@edithsuarez.com or LinkedIn, and IG.  Read the original blog entry: edithsuarez.com/blog  Get Two Homes, Dos Casas: edithsuarez.com/books  Visit my website: edithsuarez.com If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who you think will love it.

    24 min

  2. Apr 30

    Food, Familia, and Finding My Why: My Journey with Food, Cultura & Identity

    What does food really mean to you? In this solo episode, I dive into my personal journey with food. From growing up eating Mexican food every day to the moment everything shifted when my dad had a stroke in high school. I share how witnessing this sparked a lifelong curiosity about health, ingredients, and the deep connection between cultura and what we put on our plates. From tacos de lengua to roasted eggplant mole, from my family joking that all I eat is lechuga lechuga to honoring my ancestors' way of eating, this episode is all about food, familia, and the ongoing journey of becoming more intentional about how we nourish ourselves and seeing the abundance of ingredients in our roots. In this episode: Growing up eating Mexican food and the memories attached to itHow my dad's stroke became my first real pivot with foodWhy I walked away from labels like "vegan" and "vegetarian"How this journey allowed me to see the abundance of ingredients in our culturaWhy eating healthier doesn't mean letting go of your cultura✨ Get my children's book Two Homes / Dos Casas and more at 👉 edithsuarez.com/books Cultura Convos is a space for stories and reflections of identidad y cultura because there's no one identity that defines us.

    29 min

  3. Mar 31

    Turning Health Challenges Into Healing: Dominique Sade on Qigong and Wellness

    In this episode of Cultura Convos, we explore Dominique Sade’s journey of reconnecting with her roots and the different layers of her healing and wellness path. Dominique, founder of Dominique Sade Healing & Wellness Institute, opens up about how her health challenges became a turning point that led her to discover Qigong, commit to the practice, and eventually teach it in a way that is rooted in lived experience. Qigong is a holistic mind-body practice that combines gentle movement, breathwork, and meditation to support energy flow, reduce stress, and restore balance in the body. In this conversation, we explore: Reconnecting with her ancestorsHow health challenges can reshape your pathExperiencing and practicing QigongWhat led her to begin teaching QigongThis conversation is a reflection on healing as a journey, one that is influenced by our roots, our experiences, and the choices we make to come back to ourselves. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on identity, culture, and personal transformation. Connect with Edith Get Edith's Childrens Book Two Homes, Dos Casas, which is about a little girl who visits her parents first home for the first time, which is in a different country. At first she doesn't like it... Watch the episodes on YouTube  Follow Edith on Instagram  Subscribe to Edith's personal letter

    1h 30m

  4. Feb 27

    EP 10 | Afro-Latina and Black Identity, Dominican in the South and the Nuances of Who We Are

    In this episode of Cultura Convos, I sit down with Angie, NYC-born, Southern-raised, an NYU graduate with a Master’s in International Human Resources, and a mother navigating career, family, and life with intention. What began as a challenge with reading eventually grew into a deep love for it and even became a form of personal expression and rebellion. Through that journey, Angie found her voice in ways that continue to shape who she is today. We explore what it was like growing up Dominican in the South and how she embraces her identity as both an Afro-Latina and a Black woman. This conversation speaks to the nuances of identity and the reality that we are not defined by a single label, but by layered experiences that continue to evolve over time. If you have ever felt in between, found joy in reading, or perhaps not reflected at all in certain spaces, this episode is a reminder that all parts of you belong. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform and watch the full conversation on YouTube. Subscribe and join the community at edithsuarez.com

    1h 31m

  5. Jan 26

    Ep 9 | My Birth Story: A Planned Home Birth, Hospital Transfer, and Cuarentena

    In this episode, I share my personal birth story, starting with my home birth that took an unexpected turn when we had to transfer to the hospital (thankfully everyone was healthy). I was inspired to share this part of my journey because there was so much I didn’t know going into it and my homebirth team made such a big difference along with my family and friends. I also share a bit about my postpartum / cuarentena period, where I leaned into Mexican cultura prioritizing rest, nourishment, and healing. This episode is rooted in my desire to share honestly so others feel more informed, empowered, and less alone in their own journeys. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or simply curious about birth stories, I hope this episode meets you where you are. I talk briefly about my debut childrens book, and if you’re interested see the link below: 📚 My books Two Homes Dos Casas and Dos Casas are available at edithsuarez.com/books

    1h 18m

  6. 12/30/2025

    S1 E8 | The Birthing Class That Changed Everything: My Journey to Home Birth

    In this final episode of Season 1, I share the story of the birthing class I never knew I needed and how it changed everything. This experience allowed me to voice some of my fears around pregnancy while also helping me learn about the different options I had for birthing and making the decision to plan for a homebirth.  In this episode, I talk about how this class changed me, how it actually got me excited for birth, and several highlights of what I learned. What I didn’t expect was walking out with a whole different plan of how I wanted to birth. What I thought would be a weekend of just a little more info on pregnancy and birthing taught me so much more about myself, birthing, and tools for advocacy.  Through this experience, I began rewriting some of the narratives I had heard about birthing (i.e., pictures of dramatic novela scenes) and started to actually get excited about birthing, realizing that my story didn’t have to be what I saw on TV or around me.  In This Episode, You’ll Hear About: How the class quickly began shifting my mindset. The questions that helped me voice some of my fears. Stats about birthing that confirmed some of my concerns.How all this ultimately led me on a path to decide on a homebirth.Thank you for being part of Season 1 of Cultura Convos. If this episode resonates, please follow, rate, or share it with someone who would love it too. Stay connected for Season 2! There’s so much more to explore together.  Website:edithsuarez.com  Instagram: @itsedithsuarez Two Homes, Dos Casas Book: edithsuarez.com/books

    31 min

  7. 11/24/2025

    S1 E7 | How My Words Became Reality: The 60K Story, Traveling & Rewriting My Self-Talk

    Season 1, Episode 7 | How My Words Became Reality: The 60K Story, Traveling & Rewriting My Self-Talk In this episode of Cultura Convos, we explore something deeply personal and universal: the power of our words including the ones we say without thinking about them too seriously. I share moments where things I said casually ended up becoming my reality, what I learned from those experiences, and how my self-talk shifted as I learned to speak with more love, compassion, and awareness. As first- and second-generation folks, so much of our language comes directly from our cultura, our childhood, and the beliefs we inherited. But part of rewriting our narrative is choosing words that support who we are becoming, not who we were taught to be. In this episode, we dive into:  ✨ Words we say without realizing their impact  ✨ How culture shapes the way we speak (and think)  ✨ The importance of shifting into loving, intentional self-talk If you're a person who loves conversations about identidad y cultura, a lifelong learner, curious about what writing and rewriting your story can look like, and you're on a journey of self-growth, healing, or redefining your identity, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Listen now and let’s keep rewriting our stories with intention and love. ✨ Connect with me on IG, Linkedin, or Tik Tok @Itsedithsuarez  📚 My bilingual children’s book → Two Homes, Dos Casas & Dos Casas available at edithsuarez.com 💌 Join the newsletter for stories and reflections of identidad y cultura at edithsuarez.com

    49 min

  8. 10/13/2025

    S1 E6: Catracha Fitness, Cultura, and Courage with Joanna Banegas-Trede

    Season 1, Episode 6: Catracha Fitness, Cultura, and Courage with Joanna Banegas In 2023, Joanna founded Catracha Fitness, inspired by her deep-rooted love for movement, community, and underground Latin electronic music. Growing up in Raleigh, North Carolina, as the daughter of Honduran immigrant parents, she spent her days exploring the outdoors, jogging through the neighborhood, and playing with her siblings and cousins. Those early experiences built her foundation, a genuine love for nature, movement, and connection. In this Cultura Convo, Joanna and I dive into:  ✨ Her story behind Catracha Fitness  🌿 Her love for the outdoors and how it shaped her identity  🎧 Embracing her cultural roots   💬 Letting go of shame In this episode, Joanna also feels moved to share more about the journey she is currently in trying to conceive. She is deciding to let go of shame and continue owning her story.  It’s always a joy talking with Joanna, and I’m so grateful to bring you into this heartfelt and empowering conversation. 💌 Let’s keep the convo going!  If this episode resonated with you, let me know what part spoke to your heart. We’re in the early stages of Cultura Convos and i’d love to hear from you. Don’t be a “ghost follower” (I just learned that from my teen cousin lol). Your feedback will help us and continue creating the best of Cultura Convos together.

    1h 15m
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Stories and reflections of identidad y cultura meant to educate, inspire, and entertain.T hrough personal reflections, stories, and conversations with other guests, this community is forming to help you to become the best version of yourself by writing and rewriting your story from a place of strength instead of embarrassment, fear, or shame. Our goal is that you begin to embrace and celebrate your cultural identity, while also remembering that no one identity defines you

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  • Creator
    Edith Suarez Torres
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Cultura Convos
  • Show Website
    Cultura Convos