In this episode Dra. Abeyta & Dr. Hernandez have a causal conversation about their authenticity and professionalism in academic and social media spaces, how they navigate external expectations while staying true to themselves, and the importance of speaking up for what is right while maintaining authenticity and safety.

The Scholar Homies podcast is relaunching with a new format where Dra. Abeyta announces some of her Scholar Homies as cohosts - Dr. Joe Louis Hernandez, CSU Trustee Emerita Maria Linares, Future Dra. Rocio Sanchez & Future Dr. Armando Lizarraga - will create their own episodes, and the group discussed various aspects of finding joy and professional fulfillment in their work in education.

The conversation explored themes of authenticity, vulnerability, and the importance of genuine connections in both personal and professional contexts, with the hosts sharing personal experiences about balancing their personal struggles with their responsibilities. The homies also discussed their approach to social media presence, professional development, and the reboot of the Scholar Homies community, emphasizing the value of authentic relationships and support for themselves.

In this episode I catch up with the future Doctora Christina Rodriguez, founder of 'Latinas with Masters.' She is such an inspiration, we talked about the challenges of dissertations, digital media and how we should normalize therapy.

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