La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas

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Ep #89 - Tired of being called selfish just because you know yourself well enough to not have kids? 

Anyone who dares to flout social conventions is typically labeled rebellious. But opt out of the sacrificial act of parenthood? HOW DARE YOU, YOU SELFISH BITCH?!

Let's examine what “selfish” really means, why it’s so often weaponized against childfree women, and how our definitions of self-c...

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Ep #88 -  If you're a fan of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, then you're in for a treat!! Angela Briones (the magical voice behind that podcast) sits on the "other side" of the mic to discuss social conditioning and otherness. 

Angela is a double podcaster (she also hosts Thank You for Joining Me) who exists at the intersection of various "other" identities: she&apos...

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Our podcast block party is wrapping up (coming to a burrito, if you will!) with a bit of déjà vu. Remember host Angela Briones from Day 4? She's back to close out the party with her second show Thank You For Joining Me.

On this show, Angela offers a blend of real talk, practical advice, and encouragement that’s perfect for anyone navigating the early stages of podcasting. She’s a seasoned ...

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 On Day 14 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party, we’re dishing up a little chisme, un poquito de bochinche, with a side of business & marketing strategy. So, It Depends is hosted by Kristine, a marketing "nerd" who isn’t afraid to call out the BS and get real about what actually works. Whether you’re trying to grow a brand or just survive your next launch without crying into your cafe...

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It's lucky number 13! 13 days of this LVMC Podcast Block Party and today's featured trailer is all about the cozy, witchy vibes with Witch, Stitch, & Brew. 

Hosted by the charming duo of Ryan and Alina, this podcast is full of laughter, crafting, and the kind of tangents that make you feel like you're hanging out with your besties. There's LOTS of [redacting]. There&apos...

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Day 12 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party highlights The Cancer Caregiver with host Charlotte Bayala. In a complement to Day 9's Navigating Cancer TOGETHER from the patient perspective, Charlotte brings us the other side of the experience. 

The Cancer Caregiver is a show that offers support and solidarity to the often-overlooked lifelines in the cancer journey: the caregivers. This podcast ge...

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Day 11 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party features From Tourist to Local, hosted by Venezuelan transplant to Canada, Mafe Salazar. 

This podcast goes beyond travel tips. It’s about the emotional and cultural journey of navigating major life transitions. Whether it’s moving countries, shifting identities, or learning to belong in a new place, Mafe shares thoughtful conversations and personal storie...

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It’s Day 10 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party! Let's end week two on a powerful note with Nuances: Our Asian Stories, hosted by musician and storyteller Lazou. 

Like Latin America, Asia is home to a rich tapestry of cultures and a vibrant diaspora—including here in the U.S. And Lazou brings those stories to life with depth and nuance. Season 5 takes it even further by exploring queerness in ...

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It’s Day 9 and we’re continuing with a podcast that goes a little deeper. Today’s LVMC Podcast Block Party feature is Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, hosted by cancer thriver and patient advocate Talaya Dendy, BCPA.

With nearly 40% of people facing a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lives, chances are you or someone you love will hear that word from a doctor—and it can feel overwhelming and ...

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It’s Day 8 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party, and today’s feature is Of Black Wombhood, a show that shares and preserves oral histories about wombs and the experiences tied to them. But wait, my childfree friends, there's something for you here too! 

Don’t be fooled by the title: this podcast isn’t about motherhood, but about the complex, often untold stories connected to the womb space. Thr...

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It’s Day 7 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party, and today we’re tuning into Gold Hoops & God with Dr. Lauren Guerra. 

This podcast explores the intersection of culture, Latinidad, and faith as a jumping off point for conversation. Dr. G's thoughtful conversations on these topics are both beautiful and challenging—especially in today’s world.

"The "Gold Hoops & God" podcas...

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Welcome back to the second week of the LVMC Podcast Block Party! Let's keep it calm, cool, and collected with the soothing voice of Dr. Cassandre Dunbar of Be Well, Sis. 

What is Be Well, Sis? Something we all need:

"Be Well, Sis is where science meets sisterhood—a wellness podcast created for Black millennial women and women of color who are ready to reclaim their health, redefine sel...

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Welcome to Day 5 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party! Let's ease into the weekend with one of the most calming voices in podcasting: Molly Mamaril of the show Heartbeat Narratives.

Molly brings the aloha vibes to our party! Here's how she describes her podcast:

"Welcome to Heartbeat Narratives, a podcast celebrating the passions, places and people that we love. Based in Honolulu, Hawa...

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Welcome to Day 4 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party! Today's feature is The Gay Podcast for Everyone one of two podcasts hosted by Angela Briones. 

Here's how Angela describes this show:

"When I came out to my family, I was essentially asking them to come on this new journey with me. They were now the family of an LGBTQ+ person, and it was new to all of us.

In this podcast, I chat wit...

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Day 3 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party features noseyAF: conversations about art, activism, and social change. 

If you don't know host and lens-based artist Stephanie Graham, here's how she describes her podcast:

"noseyAF is a podcast where I talk to passionate, creative people who are doing cool, meaningful things in the world. Think artists, organizers, small business owners, wei...

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Day 2 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party features a recent guest's podcast: Sex in Spanglish!

You heard host and fellow childfree Latina talking about her work as a sexologist, sex coach, and smut consultant on LVMC. Now, check out her podcast trailer:

Learn about sex from your favorite Latina, sexpert and Certified Sex & Life Coach: Ana Lopez, MSW, MEd. Ana empowers mujeres to get in touc...

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May has officially hit our calendars which means it's also host Paulette's birthday month! To celebrate, we're shaking things up by shining a spotlight on some of her all-time favorite podcasts. Instead of the usual LVMC episodes, this month you'll get daily mini-episodes each featuring a trailer for a different fantastic show.

Kicking off this celebration is the most clever...

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Ep #87 - What's it like to have sex sin vergüenza? Sex without shame...is that even possible? Yes!! 

It is, and it's exactly what we should all experience—if only to spite the patriarchy! Guest Ana Lopez is a sexologist, sex coach, smut consultant (and future PhD) on a mission to have us all experience pleasure without shame. 

How you show up in one place is how you show up for yoursel...

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Ep #86 - Freshly back from speaking in Chicago at Podcast Movement Evolutions, one thing is  unmistakable: the same problems that exist in a patriarchal society are equally present in male-dominated spaces. For example, at a podcasting conference. In fact, they're magnified.

From getting run over like a speed bump to being erased from the record, it's almost like they want women—espec...