Parhaat RocioandMercedes Podcastit (2024)

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How to tap into our Divine Feminine and all things Cuba! 41:34

2+ y ago41:34

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We chat with Maya Louisa to chat about the Divine Feminine. How do we tap into it more? How can we connect to ourselves more? Maya has also spent extensive time in Cuba and shares how it has influenced her life. She also chats about the deep meaning of waist beads. Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/maya_louisa/ Become a Patreon Supporter Here! ww…

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Afro Dominican Roots Music with Yasser Tejeda 45:31

2+ y ago45:31

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We chat with Yasser Tejeda, an award-winning Dominican composer, guitarist, vocalist, and producer. We talk about Dominican roots music and how music can connect us to our Afro Dominican heritage. Yasser Tejeda is an award-winning Dominican composer, guitarist, vocalist, and producer. According to Billboard, Yasser is giving traditional folkloric m…

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Getting laid off, quitting and how to make a career change 1:19:13

2+ y ago1:19:13

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We sit down with Catalina Pena from Catalyst Creations and discuss career changes, getting let go, and how to pivot during difficult times. Catalina shares how getting fired opened up opportunities. She talks about mentorship, how job descriptions are created, and how to write your own job description. We also talk about her identifying as a Colomb…

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90 Day Fiance with Anny Francisco! 27:46

2+ y ago27:46

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We sit down with reality TV star Anny Francisco from 90 Day Fiance. She shares how life has changed for her since being on the show, what she misses most about the Dominican Republic as well as her journey to being an entrepreneur. Guest IG: anny_dr02 We'd love to hear from you! Follow Rocio and Mercedes on IG: Rocio and Mercedes email us at rocioa…

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Negra Aqui, Negra Alla -Embracing being Afrolatina 39:18

2+ y ago39:18

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We have a very candid and honest chat with Rosalyn Damiana Lake Montero, an educator in the DC area who was raised to celebrate her Blackness and love the skin she's in. She talks about the differences between being raised in the Dominican Republic and the states. She shares her struggles within her own community with how she identifies. She talks …

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Dominican History with Anthropologist Dr. Ryan Mann-Hamilton 1:06:29

2+ y ago1:06:29

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In this episode, we speak with Anthropologist and assistant professor Dr. Ryan Mann- Hamilton and discuss the complex history of the Dominican Republic. He discusses his research in Samana and our close connection to African American history. He also shares some tools we can use to research our own family history and the dangers of just using a DNA…

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Season 2 Trailer 1:26

3y ago1:26

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Season 2 Trailer! This Season we explore Blackness in other Latinx countries celebrating the Afro in Afrocarribean! Join us! Enjoy! follow us! IG@rocioandmercedes Twitter: randmpodcast www.rocioandmercedes.com Become a Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/RocioandMercedes Support the show

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Being 1st Generation 1:03:34

3+ y ago1:03:34

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We chat with actor, writer Nabil Vinas about being 1st generation. He talks about his upbringing, connecting to his roots and the language, and how to make a mean mangu! Please rate, subscribe, and review the show. It really makes a difference! About Nabil Nabil Viñas (AEA) is an actor, screenwriter, and producer born and raised in Washington Heigh…

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Acting is Activism 50:04

3+ y ago50:04

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Franceli Chapman-Varela is an Afro-Latina(Dominican) actor, host, writer, and producer. She is a member of 3 guilds; Writers Guild of America, SAG-AFTRA and Actor's Equity. We talk about her journey and how Art is a form of Artivism. Please rate, subscribe, and review the show. It really makes a difference! We love to hear from you! email us at roc…

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Dominicans do love Haitians 34:50

3+ y ago34:50

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Clarivel Ruiz is the founder of Dominicans love Haitians. We talk about how the organization started, why it's so important, and the Black Doll Movement. GUEST INFO: Instagram: dominicanslovehaitians website: https://www.dominicanslovehaitians.com/ BE A PATREON SUPPORTER www.patreon.com/rocioandmercedes Please rate, subscribe, and review the show! …

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Representation Matters 58:36

3+ y ago58:36

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We chat with Kelvin Grullon, a Dominican American actor from Washington Heights, New York City. We chat about the importance of seeing ourselves on screen. Kelvin shares how it felt to play Dominican characters. GUEST INFO: Instagram: kelvingrullon website: https://www.kelvingrullon.com/ check out his DJ skills here: https://soundcloud.com/wildchic…

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What is Self-care? 57:50

4y ago57:50

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We talk with Eileen Z. Fuentes about all things Self-Care. She gives us 5 practical tips, shares the importance of rest, and shares her own journey of Self-care. Eileen is a Health educator, community health activist and full-time Clinical Coordinator for breast and gynecologic oncology. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 and since then h…

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Sugar, Colonics and Community 1:12:38

4y ago1:12:38

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Violet Santana and Indhira Santana, two sisters who opened up My Wellness Solutions, a holistic health center in NYC. They chat about sugar addictions, colonics, weight loss, IIN, PCOS, and having a healthy menstrual flow. They share how they got started and their work in the community. GUEST INFO IG: MWSHEALTH WEBSITE: www.mywellnesssoutions.com T…

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Practical tips for saving money, and building wealth 42:19

4y ago42:19

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Ramona Cedeno chats with us about financial freedom. We discuss financial planning, steps we can take In our 20s, 30s, 40s, and how to start from this moment forward. Ramona talks about her own journey to financial freedom and owning her own business. Ramona Cedeno is a CPA and Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) with over 20 years of experience as …

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Human Connection and Art 55:29

4y ago55:29

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This week Rocio and Mercedes speak with Sherazade Garcia, a Dominican Visual Artist about her family history, influences on her artwork, and how we are all connected as human beings. Scherezade Garcia is an interdisciplinary visual artist born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and based in New York. In her work, she addresses contemporary alleg…

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Food, Death and Mental Health 1:04:00

4y ago1:04:00

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Diana López has over 18 years of experience working in the field of social services providing support to adults, children, and their families wearing many hats. Diana has experience in Trauma-informed practice. She has experience providing group therapy and individual counseling. She has served as an advocate and resource for homeless youth and fam…

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Embracing our curls, embracing ourselves 52:55

4y ago52:55

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We sit down with the textureologist Yessenia Reyes. We discuss The Crown Act, her hair journey, advice to those new to the natural hair journey. She provides a safe space, listening to each client’s story, sharing hair education, hair service offerings, and helping them dismantle false beliefs, she is able to create an experience for clients that l…

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Why is spirituality so important? 1:22:04

4y ago1:22:04

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We chat all things Spirituality with Sili Recio. She shares her journey of becoming a Priestess. She answers questions on connecting to our loved ones that have passed, setting up an altar, and the beauty of death. We talk about her amazing children's book: "If Dominican were a Color" and her journey to writing It. Sili has been calling herself a w…

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How is military life for a Latino? 1:22:41

4y ago1:22:41

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Karlos De La Cruz was raised in the Highbridge community of the Bronx, New York, Karlos De La Cruz is a first-generation Dominican American. Born in 1983, Karlos is technically an early millennial who bridged the gap between the days of pagers, payphones, and dial-up internet to the early adaptations the first iphone, Bluetooth, and communication n…

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Laura Gomez from Orange is the Black talks immigration on and off the show 1:20:12

4y ago1:20:12

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Actress, writer, and director Laura Gómez, started her journey in her native country, Dominican Republic and has been making a name for herself in the entertainment industry over the past decade in New York City. She is best known for transforming herself into “Blanca Flores,” on the award-winning NETFLIX hit series Orange is the New Black. Other c…

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Why voting matters 50:42

4y ago50:42

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We talk with Genesis Aquino. We discuss the importance of voting, local elections, housing issues, the struggles of running a campaign. Genesis Aquino is an activist committed to gender, economic, and social equality. Genesis Aquino migrated from the Dominican Republic at age 11, and her work in NYC has been focused on healing from and addressing t…

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History of Dominican Republic 1:42:31

4y ago1:42:31

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Rocio and Mercedes deep dive into Dominican History with Dr. Anthony Stevens-Acevedo. In this episode, talk about the original native people to Hispaniola to today, colonization, Dominican Republic/Haiti's tense relationship, the great migration to the US, and Juan Rodriguez. This episode was produced by: Quinton Cameron, Mercedes Ilarraza, and Roc…

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Colorism, NY Times and Therapy with Claudio Cabrera 1:07:23

4y ago1:07:23

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Title: Colorism Summary: Rocio and Mercedes talk with writer Claudio Cabrera. In this episode, we talk about Claudio’s writing journey, the effects of Colorism, the importance of self-love, and therapy. Guest info IG: @claudio.e.cabrera Twitter: @CECabrera_ Follow Rocio and Mercedes on Instagram @rocioandmercedes Please rate and review the show! It…

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Community 58:00

4y ago58:00

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Rocio and Mercedes talk to Zenaida Mendez, Director of MNN El Barrio Firehouse Community Center. In this episode we talk about Zenaida's early career as a community activist, what we as a community can do now to stay informed and active, and the upcoming presidential and NYC mayoral election. Guest info: IG: zenalaunica4 Twitter: @LaUnicaZeMendez W…

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Dominican Writers 52:41

4y ago52:41

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Rocio and Mercedes chat with Angela Abreu, the founder, and Executive Director for Dominican Writers. This is an organization solely dedicated to highlighting content that not only promotes the works of Dominican Writers but also provides them with the tools and resources necessary for their development. In this episode, we discuss Angela’s journey…

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Rocio and Mercedes Trailer 2:07

4y ago2:07

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Rocio and Mercedes: Amplifying the AFRO in Afro - Dominican! Here is our trailer for our first season! Support the showKirjoittanut Rocio and Mercedes

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How to tap into our Divine Feminine and all things Cuba! 41:34

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Afro Dominican Roots Music with Yasser Tejeda 45:31

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Getting laid off, quitting and how to make a career change 1:19:13

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90 Day Fiance with Anny Francisco! 27:46

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Negra Aqui, Negra Alla -Embracing being Afrolatina 39:18

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Dominican History with Anthropologist Dr. Ryan Mann-Hamilton 1:06:29

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Season 2 Trailer 1:26

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Being 1st Generation 1:03:34

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Acting is Activism 50:04

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Dominicans do love Haitians 34:50

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Representation Matters 58:36

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What is Self-care? 57:50

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Sugar, Colonics and Community 1:12:38

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Practical tips for saving money, and building wealth 42:19

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Human Connection and Art 55:29

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Food, Death and Mental Health 1:04:00

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Embracing our curls, embracing ourselves 52:55

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Why is spirituality so important? 1:22:04

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How is military life for a Latino? 1:22:41

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Laura Gomez from Orange is the Black talks immigration on and off the show 1:20:12

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Why voting matters 50:42

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History of Dominican Republic 1:42:31

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Colorism, NY Times and Therapy with Claudio Cabrera 1:07:23

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Community 58:00

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Dominican Writers 52:41

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Rocio and Mercedes Trailer 2:07

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