Meet la chica de la mitad del mundo.

Ecuadorian-Australian singer-songwriter Dayaní joins Michelle on The Amiga Mía Talk Show for a heartfelt conversation about migration, music, identity and finding your way back to yourself.

Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador and raised in Australia, Dayaní opens up about growing up between cultures, family sacrifice, belonging, releasing Spanish-language music in Australia, and the inspiration behind her new single Alma.

She also reflects on building community within Australia’s Latin music scene, working with collaborators in Ecuador, and why representation matters for the next generation of Latin artists.

Released during the FIFA World Cup 2026 season, Alma is a powerful reminder that hope, courage and determination can take us further than we imagine.

In this episode:

• Dayaní’s journey from Ecuador to Australia
• Growing up between cultures
• Family, migration and belonging
• Building a Latin music career in Australia
• The making of Alma
• Ecuadorian culture and community
• Representation and visibility
• The future of Latin music in Australia

Alma is now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music and all major platforms.You can also watch the official music video on Dayaní's YouTube channel.

Follow Dayaní on social media: @dayanibaby

Read the full feature article at www.amigamia.com.au

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In this episode, I chat with Luján De Felice, Paraguayan-born marketer, entrepreneur and Latin community advocate based in Melbourne, Australia. We discuss the evolution of AI and the impacts on the global Latin community, connections between Paraguay and Australia, including the upcoming World Cup game and her love story with her Partner Owen, an Aussie , who travelled to Paraguay and they later both moved to Australia.

Luján: https://lujandefelice.com/

Content warning: This episode contains a discussion of assault including a minor.

Meet Brazilian Australian actor Will Santana and Venezuelan Australian actor William Blanco Medina, who have been casted as Hench men, Brazilian thugs in the new comedy-action Hollywood film called Balls Up by Mark Wahlberg.

This movie was partly filmed in Queensland, Australia and the casting included many Latin & Brazilian Australian extras.

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In this ep, three Colombianas in Australia and I chat about the controversial lyrics of a new reggaeton song +57 "Mamacita desde 14" , exploring the impact of beauty standards and hypersexualization on young women.

Guests:

• Diana Paez, Colombian Australian, Documentary Filmmaker
• Romina Aranzola, Colombian Mexican Australian, TV Presenter
• Emmaleen Diaz, Australian Colombian, Emerging Artist

They share experiences and thoughts on how these themes manifest in their lives and communities, emphasising the importance of having open discussions about these issues and the need for accountability in the music industry, especially regarding the portrayal of women.

Disclaimer, this episode discusses sensitive topics.

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Lucerito León, artist, salsera, and community leader to talk about música, identidad, and what it means to chase dreams in Australia. ✨

We get into:

• The fusion of salsa & reggaetón (and how Bad Bunny’s new album hits different for immigrants)
• The rise of mujeres in salsa and why representation matters
• How music connects us across cultures & continents
• The power of comunidad in uplifting each other Lucerito shares her personal journey, the challenges of adapting to a new culture, and her dreams of paving the way for future generations in the music industry.

Chapters:

• 00:00 The Fusion of Music Genres
• 04:51 Journey into Music: From Peru to Australia
• 07:42 Cultural Identity & the Immigrant Experience
• 10:57 Women in Salsa & Reggaetón
• 13:41 Navigating the Music Industry as Immigrants
• 16:33 Personal Growth & Relationships in Music
• 19:59 The Impact of Music on Cultural Identity
• 22:48 Future Aspirations & New Projects
• 25:36 Empowerment & Community Support
• 28:45 Reflections on Family & Heritage
• 31:57 The Importance of Representation in Music

#LuceritoLeón #LatinMusic #Salsa #Reggaeton #Community #BadBunny #AustraliaLatina #peruvian #peruvianaustralian

In this ep, I chat with Bianca, a multi-talented actress, writer, and director (a queen!), who shares about her journey in the creative industry, her cultural heritage, and the inspiration behind her production company and the series 'Miss Vanguard.' She discusses the importance of representation, empowerment, and the challenges faced in the creative field, while encouraging authenticity and self-expression among individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection

02:58 Bianca's Background and Creative Journey

05:50 Cultural Heritage and Identity

08:52 Launching a Production Company

12:00 The Birth of Miss Vanguard

14:55 Character Development and Storytelling

17:55 Themes of Empowerment and Voice

20:56 Future Aspirations for Miss Vanguard

24:09 Challenges in the Creative Industry

26:54 Encouraging Authenticity and Self-Expression

29:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Watch the new series of MS Vanguard here:

Amiga Mía® is the first Hispanic & Latin media outlet to authentically celebrate cultura in Australia & across APAC. Proudly female-founded in 2017. www.amigamia.com.au

In this episode of The Amiga Mía Talk Show, Michelle sits down with unapologetically fierce Colombian-Australian entrepreneur and DJ, Lina Zabaleta, better known as DJ Zalina.

From Bogotá to Melbourne, Lina shares her journey of navigating Australia’s music industry, touring with international artists, and building Chuleo, a Latinx music movement, community, and brand that redefines the scene.Lina opens up about her challenges, wins, and the mindset that drives her, highlighting the power of representation and community in the music industry.

Born in Naarm (Melbourne), Chuleo is a female-led collective that began as an underground Latinx nightclub — a safe, inclusive space for the community to shake ass, feel sexy, and celebrate culture.Today, Chuleo is expanding nationwide: touring international Latin artists, co-presenting the Cadena Latinx Art Festival with No-Reply Collective, and dropping its first line of Chuleo merch.

And this? This is just the beginning. 🔥

Follow Lina's journey here:

• Chuleo Club Instagram
• Lina Zabaleta Instagram
• Sky Lab Radio Show - Chuleo FM

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Proudly female-founded in 2017.

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In this episode, we have the talented and passionate reggaeton artist, Jess Makaveli. Jess shares her journey as an artist, her cultural background, and her challenges as a Latina in the Australian music industry.

Jess shares her personal journey, growing up in a cross-blended cultural experience and finding inspiration in her Salvadoran roots. She talks about the challenges she faced as a Latina artist, from navigating the music industry to overcoming societal expectations. Jess aims to empower Latin women with her music, encouraging them to embrace their uniqueness and defy stereotypes.

✨ Follow Jess Makaveli on Instagram ⁠here⁠

🤓 Read her blog here

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