Chisme is Life

Rafael Vazquez Guzman
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Chisme is Life is a podcast that creates space for real conversations about education, first-generation college journeys, mental health, professional employment, and more. Through stories, dialogue, and resources, the show uplifts our community while exploring identity, resilience, and growth. With honesty, laughter, and healing, each episode connects listeners to ideas and tools that inspire success in school, work, and life.

Episodes

  1. APR 11

    Chisme is Life: Why Pursue Careers in Mental Health

    Yasmin Landa visited with us today to share about her decision to pursue higher education and a PhD in psychology. It is important for Latinx community members to follow their dreams, regardless of whether they get support from family. It is also important to find mentors who will support our goals and provide guidance on how to achieve success. #phd #phdlife #phdlatest #mentalhealth #therapy #chismeislife #chisme #family #latinxcreated #podcast Music by MykolaSosin from Pixabay

    1h 15m

  2. 11/29/2025

    Chisme is Life: El Doctorado es Posible

    La Dra. Gabi Arango nos visito para platicar de sus muchas dificultades como migrante a este país. En la vida habrá gente que nos creara barreras y otras personas que nos abrirán puertas, pero tenemos que aprender a pedir ayuda. #chismeislife #chisme #chismetiktok #chismes #familia #amor #sonomacounty #migrantes #podcast #inmigrantes #noticias #fyp #mexico #mexicanos #mexicanas #ucberkeley #tortugasmarinas

    54 min

  3. 11/09/2025

    Chisme is Life: From Small Beginnings to a Ph.D.

    Erick Palafox Ph.D. visited with us today to share his experience from his humble beginnings in Oaxaca, Mexico to obtaining his Ph.D. It is stories like his that can remind others that success is possible if we support each other as a community. Erick contributed to the book "THE JOURNEY OF DACA STUDENTS LIVING IN THE UNITED STATES TODAY: A COLLECTION OF PERSONAL STORIES" and is available on Amazon (⁠https://www.amazon.com/JOURNEY-STUDENTS-LIVING-UNITED-STATES/dp/B0D9P37Z66⁠) #sonomacounty #podcast #fyp #migrantes #migrants #daca #dacamented #dacadreamers #undocuprofessionals #undocudreamers #sanfrancisco #ucdavis #ucberkeley #srjc #mexico #oaxaca #students #studentsuccess #studentslife #geology #teacher #teaching

    1h 3m

  4. 10/24/2025

    Chisme is Life: From College to Career

    Therapist Bianca Aviña visited today to speak with us about her experience transitioning from high school to college and then the new experience of becoming a professional. This conversation will allow many to understand the importance of having a good support system around us. #CollegeToCareer #CareerReady #FirstGenSuccess #LatinxLeaders #InternshipToJob #WorkforceDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #MentorshipMatters #JobSearchTips #HigherEdToCareer #sonomacounty #latinxcreated #latinos #latinoamerica #latina #familia #professional

    55 min

  5. 10/16/2025

    Chisme is Life: From Huaraches to Jordans...

    Erandi Hernandez Aguilar joins us for a conversation about the challenges Latinx individuals face with finding a balance from maintaining our ancestral cultures to wanting to be accepted in this culture. The conversation is important for youth and those that have consciously denied their ancestry in hopes of acceptance. #sonomacounty #podcast #familia #migrantes #ancestral #family #culture #cultura #latinxcreated #latinxnow #latinxcreatives #latinx #latinoamerica #latino #latinos #latina #latinas #latoxica

    1h 9m

  6. 10/04/2025

    Chisme is Life: Goal Setting for a Future Without Fear

    In this episode we speak with Social Worker Juan Gonzalez who will educate us about his years of work with youth. His work with teen parents is important as he shares some of their concerns and Juan's own experiences. Building a personal and collective vision. Short- and long-term goal setting; overcoming fear-based decision making; aligning goals with cultural and personal values. #chismeislife #chisme #chismes #chismetiktok #sonomacounty #latinxcreated #noticias #latinas #latina #chicana #chicanoart #chicanoticias #teens #family

    46 min

  7. 09/26/2025

    Chisme is Life: Mentorship and Role Models

    In this episode we spoke with attorney Ashley Byers who came by to talk with us about her educational and life experiences growing up and the mentors she has been guided by. She now works to be a mentor for others. Share widely and let's work together to support the next generation. #sonomacounty #podcast #chismeislife #familia #family #latinxcreated #latinxnow #latino #latina #latoxica #mentor #mentorship #mentorshipmatters #fyp

    56 min

  8. 09/17/2025

    Chisme is Life: Vicarious Trauma in the Next Generation

    In this episode we speak with Brijida Aleman who is a psychotherapist. She and I discuss how children absorb the struggles of immigrant parents. Fear of deportation or family separation; academic pressure and emotional load; tools for emotional resilience. Healing is possible. #sonomacounty #podcast #family #immigrants #vicarioustrauma #vicarious #daca #dacamented #dacadreamers #undocuprofessionals #education #latinxcreated #fyp #latinxnow #latino #latinas #chicana #chicanoart #latoxica

    55 min

  9. 09/11/2025

    Chisme is Life: The “No-Sabo” Generation

    Adrian Avalos joins us to have a positive discussion for those who have lost their ancestral language and how blaming solves nothing. #latinx #latinxtherapy #latinxheritagemonth #latina #chicano #chicana #chicanx #nosabo #nosabokid #nosabokids #familiafeliz #familia #família

    51 min

  10. 09/04/2025

    Chisme is Life - Episode 3. Guilt and Sacrifice

    In this episode, we speak with associate therapists, Claudia Cendejas. She is also the Executive Director of Humanidad Therapy and Education Services. This episode deals with exploring 'survivor’s guilt' and cultural responsibility. Guilt about leaving family behind; pressure to succeed for the family; healthy vs. harmful responsibility. #sonomacounty #podcast #familia #family #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #latinxcreated #latinxnow #latinx #selfcare #selfimprovement #selflove #latoxica #migrantes #migrants

    46 min

  11. 09/01/2025

    Chisme is Life - Episode 2 — Invisible Wounds: Trauma

    Recognizing and naming trauma. Defining trauma and complex trauma; common signs and symptoms in adults and youth; intergenerational trauma patterns. #sonomacounty #podcast #migrantes #inmigrantes #immigrants #latinxcreated #latinxcreatives #familia #family #migration #education #meditation #fyp #latinx #daca #dacamented

    44 min

  12. 09/01/2025

    Chisme Is Life - 1. Crossing Borders, Carrying Stories

    Understanding the emotional baggage of migration. Emotional experiences during migration and settlement; loss, adaptation, and hope; how cultural identity impacts healing. #sonomacounty #podcast #migrantes #inmigrantes #immigrants #latinxcreated #latinxcreatives #familia #family #migration #education #meditation #fyp

    57 min
  • 12 Episodes

About

Chisme is Life is a podcast that creates space for real conversations about education, first-generation college journeys, mental health, professional employment, and more. Through stories, dialogue, and resources, the show uplifts our community while exploring identity, resilience, and growth. With honesty, laughter, and healing, each episode connects listeners to ideas and tools that inspire success in school, work, and life.

Information

  • Creator
    Rafael Vazquez Guzman
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rafael Vazquez Guzman
  • Show Website
    Chisme is Life