LPDcast

Eloy Garcia

Life and Professional Development from a first-gen perspective.

  1. 34: Radical Honesty with the Spiritual C*****a Xolayruca

    17/03/2023

    34: Radical Honesty with the Spiritual C*****a Xolayruca

    Today’s guest is Xolayruca, a poet, student of life, and business owner of Spiritual C*****a, LLC. Xolayruca joins the LPDcast family to share the origins of her online platform and discuss the importance of radical honesty with self and healing. We also talk about the need for compassion of self, being a “hollow bone” for our ancestors to speak through, and the benefits of being connected to our medicina. Special shoutout to artist Greeny for creating Xolayruca’s Katrina makeup.  Follow Xolayruca on Instagram @spiritualcabrona.  Follow Greeny on Instagram @greenyartedecorazon. To learn more about the Spiritual C*****a and purchase manifestation candles, stickers, or postcards click here.

    1 giờ 1 phút
  2. 33: The Homegirl Doctora Dr. Vanessa Bustamante

    25/02/2023

    33: The Homegirl Doctora Dr. Vanessa Bustamante

    Today’s guest is Dr. Vanessa Bustamante, the founder of Homegirl Doctora. Dr. Bustamante joins the LPDcast family to share her passion for community healing and building through programs like the Homita Network. We discuss how reframing perspectives around barrio culture and hood knowledge will empower communities who are often viewed as less than. Our conversation incorporates first-generation experiences in higher education and the importance of collaboration within communities of color. Tune in to Radio La Raza on KPFK Wednesday mornings from 8am – 9am to hear more from Dr. Bustamante. To schedule a meeting visit her website Homegirl Doctora and follow on Instagram @homegirldoctora.

    1 giờ 17 phút
  3. It's Official, I'm an Author!

    05/02/2023 ·  Nội dung tặng thêm

    It's Official, I'm an Author!

    I'm happy to announce the publication of my first book titled Perseverance Pays Off, Skills and Habits to be Successful in Life from a First-Generation, LGBTQ, and PoC Experience. Perseverance Pays Off establishes the foundation for your personal journey to self-fulfillment as an individual with multiple intersections of identity and depth. I wrote this book to motivate, encourage, and empower those that have faced adversity to continue to show up to their lives and pursue joy. Our happiness and success are personal and sacred, and my hope is that Perseverance Pays Off will serve as a road map for you on your journey of growth and improvement. I'm happy to join the Kraven Entertainment family as an author and ask that you please support our Kickstarter and pledge what you can, I feel honored to contribute to the collective healing of our communities and look forward to creating positive lasting change.

    5 phút
  4. 32: Researching Body Positivity with Alexia B. Martinez

    26/10/2022

    32: Researching Body Positivity with Alexia B. Martinez

    Today's episode features Alexia B. Martinez, a Communication instructor at Cal State San Bernardino. Alexia joins the LPDcast family to discuss her research in the Body Positive Movement and how intersectionality plays a vital role in how women's bodies are viewed in popular culture. She focuses on Lizzo and Jillian Michaels and shares how ethnicity, race, and size impact whether people are scrutinized or celebrated in the media. Alexia also shares advice for first-generation students interested in graduate school and tells us about her experience conducting research.

    52 phút
  5. 31: Holistic Wellness with Bryan Mapenzi

    18/09/2022

    31: Holistic Wellness with Bryan Mapenzi

    Today's guest is Bryan Mapenzi who joins the LPDcast family to talk to us about 3 pillars of Holistic Wellness, which include a Personal Mission Statement, Mental Wellness, and the importance of Play and Leisure for Black and Brown Communities. Bryan lends his knowledge, wisdom, and experience as a counselor and the Soul Space Program Manager at OnTrack Program Resources to LPDcast to help us achieve holistic health. Tune in to this insightful and sincere conversation to learn skills that will help you achieve fulfillment and wellness. September is suicide awareness and prevention month; and in today’s episode there is a mention of death by suicide. To everyone who’s been affected by the death of a friend, family member, or loved one, we honor their life and your loss. Resources shared this episode include the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Today’s episode is dedicated to Ashley McCall, we honor your memory and your life, always remembered and forever loved.

    44 phút
  6. 30: Campus Transformation Initiatives with Dr. Angel Gonzalez

    05/09/2022

    30: Campus Transformation Initiatives with Dr. Angel Gonzalez

    Today’s guest is Angel Gonzalez, Ed.D, a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at the USC Pullias Center for Higher Education in the Rossier School of education. Angel joins the LPDcast family to discuss their research agenda which includes LatinX leadership, racial equity policy implementation, and examining the conditions, experiences, and outcomes in community colleges for minoritized students with an emphasis on LGBTQ+ and Latinx students. We also discuss the importance of collaboration in the evolution of leadership and policy refinement. Tune in to this conversation which reflects how achieving our goals as First-Generation students changes the trajectory of our families for generations to come. To connect with Angel visit their Twitter or LinkedIn.

    53 phút
  7. 29: Healing Centered Leaders with Dr. Patty Ramirez

    29/04/2022

    29: Healing Centered Leaders with Dr. Patty Ramirez

    Dr. Patty Ramirez, DSW, MSW is Xicana Indigena Salvadoreña brujandera with the cosmic purpose to reimagine how we heal and lead. Dr. Patty weaves ancestral and cultural healing practices to support her in her healing journey and connect to her magic and medicine. Dr. Patty is the Founder and CEO of KLBRI, a grassroots organization with the mission to uplift and sustain advocates and leaders through an ecosystem of care, well-being, and healing. For over a decade, Dr. Patty has dedicated her work to serving immigrant victims of crimes, and justice-impacted folks. Dr. Patty’s experience ranges from direct service provision, violence prevention, criminal justice policy advocacy, program and curriculum development, and organizational development. To visit the Klbri Institute website, click here. Dr. Ramirez is also the creator of her own micro-enterprise, Wild Luna Botanicals, a self-care and wellness lifestyle brand where healing and brujita magic come together. To visit the Wild Luna Botanicals website, click here. Dr. Patty Ramirez is committed to the vision of collective healing and breaking down barriers that discredit the voice and thought leadership of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. A resource mentioned in this episode is Xinachtli Girls, "the gender specific rites of passage program," for more information click here.

    1 giờ

  8. 11/02/2022

    28: Service Leadership, Community Building & Higher Ed w/Dr. Richmond Hill

    Today's guest is Dr. Richmond Hill, the Associate Vice President for Student Support Services at Northern Virginia Community College. Dr. Hill’s career in education spans more than 21 years, with experience in K-12 and higher education. He joins the LPDcast family to talk about the essence of service leadership, the importance of community building, and our ability to persevere through education and live a fulfilling life.  Dr. Hill is a service leader and is dedicated to uplifting Black and Brown communities through mentorship, connection, and motivation. He is the founder, mentor, and program leader for MAN UP, a minority male initiative that supports Black and Brown men attain their academic goals at Northern Virginia Community College. I encourage you to read Dr. Hill’s publications titled Teachers as Change Makers in Bullying Prevention, published in 2020 and The Community College Experience of Black Male Achievers: Participation in Black Male Initiatives, also published in 2020. His wealth of knowledge and wisdom are a result of his dedication to excellence, and he is the ideal person to be the Associate Vice President for Student Support Services at Northern Virginia Community College. Become a supporter today and receive exclusive LPDcast merch! Be sure follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @lpdcast, and you can email me at lpdcast@gmail.com.

    1 giờ 13 phút
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Life and Professional Development from a first-gen perspective.

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  • Nhà sáng tạo
    Eloy Garcia
  • Năm hoạt động
    2020 - 2023
  • Tập
    36
  • Xếp hạng
    Thô tục
  • Bản quyền
    © 226975
  • Trang web chương trình
    LPDcast