223 episodes

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval discuss politics, culture, and self-development.
At the intersection of advocacy and self-care, Tamarindo hosts use a mix of personal reflections and interviews to amplify important issues and voices that inspire action. Each week on the podcast, you can expect insightful conversations on race, gender, representation and life.
Tamarindo’s mission is to use laughter and conversation to inform, inspire and positively impact our community. Learn more at tamarindopodcast.com

Tamarindo Sonoro

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.5 • 725 Ratings

Tamarindo is a lighthearted show where hosts Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval discuss politics, culture, and self-development.
At the intersection of advocacy and self-care, Tamarindo hosts use a mix of personal reflections and interviews to amplify important issues and voices that inspire action. Each week on the podcast, you can expect insightful conversations on race, gender, representation and life.
Tamarindo’s mission is to use laughter and conversation to inform, inspire and positively impact our community. Learn more at tamarindopodcast.com

    Rocío Medina van Nierop: Empowering Latinas in Tech

    Rocío Medina van Nierop: Empowering Latinas in Tech

    In this episode of Tamarindo, we speak with Rocío Medina van Nierop, the CEO and Co-founder of Latinas in Tech. Rocío's journey in the tech industry spans over 15 years, during which she has been a vocal advocate for diversity and inclusion. Through Latinas in Tech, Rocío channels her passion into empowering Latina women, aiming to break barriers and foster representation in an industry where they are significantly underrepresented. 

    During our conversation, Rocío shares her experiences and insights, shedding light on the challenges faced by Latinx individuals in the tech sector and the importance of creating inclusive environments. From her personal journey to the impactful initiatives spearheaded by Latinas in Tech, Rocío's leadership serves as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring leaders and advocates alike. Join us as we delve into a discussion on leadership, representation, and the transformative power of community in driving meaningful change in the tech industry.
    Brenda and Delsy also reference this article when discussing the importance of platonic relationships: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/01/09/how-to-adult-friends-relationships/
    Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

    Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. This episode was edited by Daniel Padilla. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. 
    REGISTER FOR AMIGAS BLOSSOMING
    Join us on March 28th at 6:30pm at The Pop-Hop in Highland Park, an independent bookshop and creative learning space that amplifies marginalized voices, for a night of creating and celebrating blossoming friendships. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amigas-blossoming-tickets-847673362847?aff=oddtdtcreator

    REGISTER FOR LATINA TO LATINA LIVE
    You're invited to an exclusive evening with Latina to Latina podcast host, Alicia Menendez and author Xochitl Gonzalez, in celebration of Poderistas Poder Circle Book Club featured read, Anita de Monte Laughs Last, Xochitl's highly anticipated novel about a first-generation Ivy League student who uncovers the genius work of a female artist decades after her suspicious death. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latina-to-latina-x-poderistas-live-tickets-795621153287


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    TRAVEL TO MORELIA
    Join Tamarindo in Morelia Mexico Oct. 29 - Nov. 2. Get all the details here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/celebrate-day-of-the-dead-in-morelia-michoacan-copy-alma-lopez-morelia-53190872 and use offer code EARLYTAMARINDO24 to save $50.
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    • 50 min
    Lío Mehiel, Award-winning Actor, Artist, and Filmmaker

    Lío Mehiel, Award-winning Actor, Artist, and Filmmaker

    On this episode we talk to Lío Mehiel, a  Puerto Rican and Greek actor, artist, and filmmaker who stars in the Netflix feature film, Mutt. The film tells the story of Feña,  a trans man that has a wild day including running into an ex, dealing with estranged family, and the overall challenges of being a young person navigating life and transitions. Lío’s critically acclaimed performance in Mutt earned them the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award in Acting, making them the first trans  actor to ever win the award.  

    Most recently, Lío returned to Sundance 2024, starring opposite Leslie Grace, Sasha Calle, and Residente in In the Summers, which won the festival’s top honor of Grand Jury Prize in the U.S. Dramatic Competition.  

    In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, we learn Lío’s career trajectory, what it was like to portray such complex and multidimensional Latine and trans characters, and the projects and themes that speak to them as an artist. Lío is a phenomenally talented actor and someone we know we’ll see continue earning accolades. Watch them right now on Netflix’s Mutt.

    Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

    Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. 

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    Follow Tamarindo on instagram @tamarindopodcast and on twitter at @tamarindocast 
    Right now, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TAMARINDO
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    • 54 min
    Journey to Brain Health and Equity

    Journey to Brain Health and Equity

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mirella Díaz-Santos, an expert in Alzheimer's disease research and neurology, as she guides us through the realm of brain health and wellness, with a special focus on the Latiné community. Drawing from her own experiences, Dr. Díaz-Santos shares the profound impact of her grandmother, Estrella, on her journey of Alzheimer's advocacy.

    Delving into the science, Dr. Díaz-Santos explains the concept of neuroplasticity, illustrating how our brains continually adapt and evolve. These dynamic changes are pivotal for our overall well-being, underscoring the importance of prioritizing brain health in our daily lives.

    Furthermore, our conversation explores the disparities in Alzheimer's research and healthcare access, particularly among underserved communities. Dr. Díaz-Santos emphasizes the need to address structural and social determinants of health to bridge these gaps, offering practical advice for listeners eager to enact positive change.

    Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

    Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. 

    SUPPORT OUR SHOW
    Contribute to the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1

    Follow Tamarindo on instagram @tamarindopodcast and on twitter at @tamarindocast 

    TRAVEL TO MORELIA
    Join Tamarindo in Morelia Mexico Oct. 29 - Nov. 2. Get all the details here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/celebrate-day-of-the-dead-in-morelia-michoacan-copy-alma-lopez-morelia-53190872 and use offer code EARLYTAMARINDO24 to save $50.
    REGISTER FOR AMIGAS BLOSSOMING
    Join us on March 28th at 6:30pm at The Pop-Hop in Highland Park, an independent bookshop and creative learning space that amplifies marginalized voices, for a night of creating and celebrating blossoming friendships. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amigas-blossoming-tickets-847673362847?aff=oddtdtcreator

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    • 56 min
    How to Nurture Your Creative Passion

    How to Nurture Your Creative Passion

    In this special episode recorded at Sonoro Studios in Mexico City, Delsy and Brenda kick things off with a playful spin the wheel round, unveiling hilarious anecdotes about themselves. Followed by a conversation around embracing passions, offering insightful tips and tricks on infusing creativity and passion into the everyday. From finding inspiration in the mundane to fostering a mindset of curiosity, they delve into actionable strategies to ignite the spark within. This episode offers a sneak peek into the transformative content awaiting attendees at the upcoming Encuentro retreat in Puebla. Get ready to unlock your potential and embrace a life filled with wonder and passion!

    Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

    Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. 

    TRAVEL TO MORELIA
    Join Tamarindo in Morelia Mexico Oct. 29 - Nov. 2. Get all the details here: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/celebrate-day-of-the-dead-in-morelia-michoacan-copy-alma-lopez-morelia-53190872 and use offer code EARLYTAMARINDO24 to save $50.
    SUPPORT OUR SHOW
    Contribute to the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1
    Follow Tamarindo on instagram @tamarindopodcast and on twitter at @tamarindocast 
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    • 45 min
    Natalia Lafourcade Honors Vulnerability

    Natalia Lafourcade Honors Vulnerability

    Natalia Lafourcade is a multi-Grammy award-winning contemporary musical artist, songwriter, singer, and producer from the state of Veracruz. Throughout her nearly 20-year career she has been part of countless musical projects and among her most popular songs are En el 2000, Un derecho de nacimiento, Hasta la Raíz, Nunca es suficiente, Tú sí sabes quererme and De todas las flores, among others.

    Natalia Lafourcade speaks to Tamarindo about De Todas las Flores, a musical diary inspired by different life experiences. It is a piece that honors vulnerability, life and death, femininity, nature, the mystical, love and heartbreak. 

    Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking about politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com

    Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. 

    SUPPORT OUR SHOW
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    Follow Tamarindo on instagram @tamarindopodcast and on twitter at @tamarindocast 


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    • 34 min
    Oscar Nominations, Community Celebrations, and Crimigration

    Oscar Nominations, Community Celebrations, and Crimigration

    Delsy and Brenda reflect on America Ferrera’s Oscar nomination, Guatemalan community celebrations, and concerning trends around Latina teen birth rates and abortion care access, and a whole bunch more on their minds this election year. (Article mentioned: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/texas-latina-teen-birth-rate-rises-after-abortion-ban-rcna135511)
    Next, Tamarindo speaks to professor and immigration lawyer, César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández about his forthcoming book WELCOME THE WRETCHED: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien” where he makes a powerful case for separating immigration law from criminal law, and abolishing so-called “immigration crimes” treating migrants who have been accused or convicted of crimes the way we treat residents or citizens.  Get the book: https://thenewpress.com/books/welcome-wretched
    César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández is the Gregory H. Williams Chair in Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and has appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Guardian, and today, TAMARINDO!

    Tamarindo is a lighthearted show hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval talking politics, culture, and self-development. We’re here to uplift our community through powerful conversations with changemakers, creatives, and healers. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, representation, and life! You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com
    Brenda Gonzalez and Delsy Sandoval are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. 

    SUPPORT OUR SHOW
    Contribute to the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1
    Follow Tamarindo on instagram @tamarindopodcast and on twitter at @tamarindocast 

    Right now, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TAMARINDO
    Make sure you type TAMARINDO in all caps. 

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    • 57 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
725 Ratings

725 Ratings

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Love, love, and love!

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Informative and Entertaining

I love the positive, uplifting vibe that Brenda & Sheila bring in every new episode. They seem to love supporting folks from their communities and sharing info.

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Love this podcast. Refreshing perspective on important issues in the Latinx community. Feel like I’m part of a concession with the older sisters I never had.

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