On this episode of Tamarindo, we speak to Carolina A. Miranda, an independent culture writer and critic based in Los Angeles covering visual culture, design, performance, books and digital life. Until early 2024, she was a columnist at the Los Angeles Times, where she produced in-depth reports on subjects such as the intersection of art and race, how communities are rethinking the nature of monuments and how architecture is shifting to accommodate a denser L.A.

And for an extra dose of inspiración, we also speak to Alisha Fernandez Miranda (no relation), the bestselling Cuban-American author, speaker, philanthropy advisor and mom. She joins us to speak about her debut novel, Someone’s Gotta Give, that tells the story of Lucia, a Latina non-profit exec and all around do-gooder who is juggling new motherhood in London. Join us at Alisha’s author event in Los Angeles on October 6 at 6pm at Zibby’s Book in Santa Monica: https://www.alishafmiranda.com/events/la-zibbysbookshop

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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We are about to enter “Latino Heritage Month”, and we know that the continued onslaught on our communities casts a shadow on our celebrations. This is why we invited Dr. David Hayes-Bautista to remind us about our longstanding legacy and POWER in this country. Dr. Hayes-Bautista is a professor of medicine and director of the Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture at the School of Medicine, UCLA. Beyond that, he is also the author of “El Cinco de Mayo: An American Tradition” where he tells the fascinating story about how the US-based celebration is about much more than commemorating the battle of Puebla. We also dive into new research that underscores what we have always known, this country and especially this state, is powerful because of Latinos, not in spite of us.

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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Today, we’re bringing you a conversation with Senator Lena Gonzalez, Senate Majority Leader and Chair of the California Latino Legislative Caucus. She represents over one million residents in California’s 33rd Senate District, which includes Southeast Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Catalina Island. She shares how her upbringing shaped her commitment to public service and how she’s fighting for immigrant rights, environmental justice, and community dignity. A reminder that there are real champions in our government working for us every day.

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

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Tamarindo’s mission is to use laughter and conversation to inform, inspire and positively impact our community. Learn more at tamarindopodcast.com

In the face of so much uncertainty, including economic uncertainty, considering a career change can seem especially daunting. To help our listeners navigate a career pivot with intention, we speak to Michelle Seijas, a trauma-informed coach about how to make career moves that align with our values and pay us our worth. Listen to this episode if you want to know what to ask yourself to explore a career move, how to handle a disappointing review, and the steps you can take to bring in more of what you want in your career and everyday life.

More about Michelle: With nearly 20 years of experience in leadership, where she created roles, built teams, and coached people to thrive in their role, she supports professionals—especially women of color— in navigating the discomfort and possibility of leveling up, whether within their current organization or beyond. Learn more about Michelle: https://www.michelleseijas.com/

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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Tamarindo’s mission is to use laughter and conversation to inform, inspire and positively impact our community. Learn more at tamarindopodcast.com

On this episode of Tamarindo, we’re joined by Andrea Vidaurre, a Peruvian-American climate justice organizer and co-founder of the People’s Collective for Environmental Justice. Andrea was recently awarded the prestigious 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize for her groundbreaking work ensuring that frontline communities, especially those in Southern California’s Inland Empire—are heard in the fight against environmental racism and pollution caused by the warehousing and logistics industries.

We dive into Andrea’s journey as an organizer, the roots of her activism, and how community-led efforts are reshaping environmental policy not just in California, but across the country. She shares what it means to challenge systems of power from within, how to find joy in resistance, and why organizing with and for your community is the most powerful force for change.

Join us Yoga and Mindful Walk on Wednesday, July 23 at 6p.m. at LA’s State Historic Park. (Donate what you can, proceeds to benefit Street Vendors): Register here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-and-mindful-walk-fundraiser-tickets-1442312829499?aff=oddtdtcreator

We’ve got something special for all our travel lovers out there. Our friends at Alma Explores—a Latina-owned boutique travel company that curates super thoughtful, small group adventures—are inviting you to join their amazing Dia de Muertos trip: Oct 26 - Nov 2, 2025. Whether you want to join a group trip or plan something custom and private, check them out at AlmaExplores.com.

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

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Tamarindo’s mission is to use laughter and conversation to inform, inspire and positively impact our community. Learn more at tamarindopodcast.com

Today’s guests are on a mission to get to the root causes of hate to build a more just and inclusive Los Angeles. They are both part of LA vs Hate, which aims to address the normalization of hate and inspire people to stand up to it, build understanding about what constitutes a hate act and how to report it, as well as support individuals and communities as they heal from the trauma of hate.Learn more about the campaign: https://www.lavshate.org/

If you see or experience hate, report it at LAvsHate.org or by calling 211.

Bamby Salcedo is a prominent and celebrated transgender Latina activist and the President and CEO of the TransLatin@ Coalition, where she steadily leads this nationally recognized organization that advocates for and addresses the issues of transgender Latinas throughout the United States. The TranslLatin@ Coalition is an LA vs Hate partner. Learn more: https://www.translatinacoalition.org/

Fidel Rodriguez is a Senior Human Relations Consultant at the LA County Human Relations Commission, the agency behind LA vs Hate. He is a longtime educator, former radio host, community organizer, and cultural historian who leads outreach for LA vs Hate. Through his work with Divine Forces Media and his deep engagement with youth, Indigenous teachings, and hip hop, Fidel has been building peace and confronting hate at the grassroots level for decades.

Translatina Coalition is one of the many incredible network partners that provide services for those who make reports to LA vs Hate. In order to provide services that are directly relevant and supportive of all identities and backgrounds, LA vs Hate partners with different orgs that serve different communities across the region, like CHIRLA, the LGBT Center, AAPI Equity Alliance, LA Commons, etc. You can see the full list here:https://www.lavshate.org/our-network-partners

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 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TamarindoPodcast-143

Tamarindo’s mission is to use laughter and conversation to inform, inspire and positively impact our community. Learn more at tamarindopodcast.com