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Introducing 100 Latina Birthdays from LWC Studios

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - November 06, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes
We have a special treat this week. We've launched a new investigative narrative audio series documenting the health and well being of U.S. Latinas. Paulina Velasco, the editor, joins Juleyka for a conversation about exploring delicate topics with Latinas and their families for this project, and ...

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Introducing 100 Latina Birthdays from LWC Studios

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - November 06, 2023 05:00 - 18 minutes
We have a special treat this week. We've launched a new investigative narrative audio series documenting the health and well being of U.S. Latinas. Paulina Velasco, the editor, joins Juleyka for a conversation about exploring delicate topics with Latinas and their families for this project, and ...

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Seeking Support for Her Egg-Freezing Journey

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - October 23, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
Carmen has decided to go through fertility preservation treatment, but feels disconcerted when loved ones aren’t as supportive as she hoped. And Milan Chavarkar, a nurse practitioner specializing in fertility care, speaks with Juleyka about what to expect during an egg retrieval, and how to prep...

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Seeking Support for Her Egg-Freezing Journey

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - October 23, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
Carmen has decided to go through fertility preservation treatment, but feels disconcerted when loved ones aren’t as supportive as she hoped. And Milan Chavarkar, a nurse practitioner specializing in fertility care, speaks with Juleyka about what to expect during an egg retrieval, and how to prep...

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Telling Her Family She’s Dating Outside Her Race and Religion

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - October 09, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
Judith’s Iranian Jewish parents expected her to date, and ultimately marry, someone of her cultural background. But her new relationship is creating tension with her relatives--and within herself. And Samira Mehta, a religion and family politics scholar, debunks myths about interfaith marriage i...

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Telling Her Family She’s Dating Outside Her Race and Religion

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - October 09, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
Judith’s Iranian Jewish parents expected her to date, and ultimately marry, someone of her cultural background. But her new relationship is creating tension with her relatives--and within herself. And Samira Mehta, a religion and family politics scholar, debunks myths about interfaith marriage i...

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Introducing: 100 Latina Birthdays

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - October 06, 2023 04:00 - 35 minutes
The health and wellness of Latinas is crucial to the health and wellbeing of the U.S. economy. In 100 Latina Birthdays, an original documentary series from Peabody-nominated LWC Studios, reporters in Chicago investigate the health and lifetime outcomes of Latinas in the United States from birth ...

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Introducing: 100 Latina Birthdays

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - October 06, 2023 04:00 - 35 minutes
The health and wellness of Latinas is crucial to the health and wellbeing of the U.S. economy. In 100 Latina Birthdays, an original documentary series from Peabody-nominated LWC Studios, reporters in Chicago investigate the health and lifetime outcomes of Latinas in the United States from birth ...

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Dismayed at Explaining Her ADHD to Her Parents

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - September 25, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
After feeling inadequate all through childhood, 22-year old Ashley was recently diagnosed with ADHD. She's frustrated that her Mexican parents don’t seem to understand what the news means. And Diana Mercado-Marmarosh, a physician and ADHD coach,  speaks with Juleyka about getting to know your ne...

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Dismayed at Explaining Her ADHD to Her Parents

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - September 25, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
After feeling inadequate all through childhood, 22-year old Ashley was recently diagnosed with ADHD. She's frustrated that her Mexican parents don’t seem to understand what the news means. And Diana Mercado-Marmarosh, a physician and ADHD coach,  speaks with Juleyka about getting to know your ne...

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After Childhood Trauma, He’s Reluctant to Ask for Help

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - September 11, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Brad does not feel comfortable speaking with his Costa Rican mom about the childhood sexual abuse he experienced. But a recent family tragedy is making him rethink the need for these difficult conversations. And Luis Resendez, a therapist who specializes in men’s mental health, speaks with Juley...

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After Childhood Trauma, He’s Reluctant to Ask for Help

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - September 11, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Brad does not feel comfortable speaking with his Costa Rican mom about the childhood sexual abuse he experienced. But a recent family tragedy is making him rethink the need for these difficult conversations. And Luis Resendez, a therapist who specializes in men’s mental health, speaks with Juley...

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Mom Decided to Go to Therapy

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 28, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Elizabeth is surprised and relieved to learn her Filipino mom is finally ready to see a therapist, but she's unsure of how to support her. And Roanne de Guia-Samuels, a psychotherapist who works with Filipino women, speaks with Juleyka about reading nonverbal cues and tuning in to communication ...

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Mom Decided to Go to Therapy

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 28, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Elizabeth is surprised and relieved to learn her Filipino mom is finally ready to see a therapist, but she's unsure of how to support her. And Roanne de Guia-Samuels, a psychotherapist who works with Filipino women, speaks with Juleyka about reading nonverbal cues and tuning in to communication ...

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Our Sister Show Has a New Season!

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 14, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
To celebrate How to Talk to [High Achievers] about Anything Juleyka welcomes back its host, licensed psychotherapist Stevon Lewis, for a special episode. LWC Studios team members grab the mic to open up about their personal and professional challenges, and Stevon offers his insight and advice to...

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Our Sister Show Has a New Season!

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - August 14, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
To celebrate How to Talk to [High Achievers] about Anything Juleyka welcomes back its host, licensed psychotherapist Stevon Lewis, for a special episode. LWC Studios team members grab the mic to open up about their personal and professional challenges, and Stevon offers his insight and advice to...

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Yearning to be Known by Parents, but They’re Not Curious

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 31, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
​​After an emotional coming out to his Mexican parents, Fermanparis wishes they showed more interest in his love life and life plans. And Aida Manduley, organizer and licensed therapist, returns to the show and speaks with Juleyka about how to invite curiosity into our family relationships. They...

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Yearning to be Known by Parents, but They’re Not Curious

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 31, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
​​After an emotional coming out to his Mexican parents, Fermanparis wishes they showed more interest in his love life and life plans. And Aida Manduley, organizer and licensed therapist, returns to the show and speaks with Juleyka about how to invite curiosity into our family relationships. They...

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Introducing Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 26, 2023 20:04 - 3 minutes
The newest narrative podcast from LWC Studios is out now! “Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms” is a 14-part series exploring how reparations should be paid and to whom. This podcast is meant to be enjoyed in an order that makes the most sense for our listeners. You can begin by li...

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Introducing Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 26, 2023 20:04 - 3 minutes
The newest narrative podcast from LWC Studios is out now! “Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms” is a 14-part series exploring how reparations should be paid and to whom. This podcast is meant to be enjoyed in an order that makes the most sense for our listeners. You can begin by li...

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Speaking About Breast Health, As A Family

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 17, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
When Estela gets diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer she opens up about her health and body to her adult children in ways her Mexican mother never did with her.  And Laura Fejerman, a researcher studying hereditary breast cancer among Latinas, speaks with Juleyka about how to talk with older ...

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Speaking About Breast Health, As A Family

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 17, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
When Estela gets diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer she opens up about her health and body to her adult children in ways her Mexican mother never did with her.  And Laura Fejerman, a researcher studying hereditary breast cancer among Latinas, speaks with Juleyka about how to talk with older ...

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Talking about Being Queer Makes Mamí Uncomfortable

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 03, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Emilio’s Dominican mother was supportive and encouraging when he came out to her, but when he decides to speak openly with a younger relative about being gay, tensions arise between them. And Laurin Mayeno, a consultant and coach specializing in gender inclusion and justice, speaks with Juleyka ...

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Talking about Being Queer Makes Mamí Uncomfortable

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - July 03, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Emilio’s Dominican mother was supportive and encouraging when he came out to her, but when he decides to speak openly with a younger relative about being gay, tensions arise between them. And Laurin Mayeno, a consultant and coach specializing in gender inclusion and justice, speaks with Juleyka ...

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Redefining Manhood with Papí

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 19, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Musician and rapper Figgy Baby, who identifies as non-binary, tries to bond with their traditional Mexican father by opening up about their intimate relationships and personal life, even when it makes both of them uncomfortable. And Jerry Tello, a therapist and community educator who works with ...

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Redefining Manhood with Papí

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 19, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
Musician and rapper Figgy Baby, who identifies as non-binary, tries to bond with their traditional Mexican father by opening up about their intimate relationships and personal life, even when it makes both of them uncomfortable. And Jerry Tello, a therapist and community educator who works with ...

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Feeling Pressured by Her Parents to Choose a Career Path

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 05, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
Ami has dabbled around in different jobs and careers while trying to figure out her true calling. But her high-achieving Indian parents don’t get what, exactly, she’s looking for. And Samorn Selim, a career coach who works with BIPOC, women and first-gen professionals, speaks with Juleyka about ...

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Feeling Pressured by Her Parents to Choose a Career Path

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - June 05, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes
Ami has dabbled around in different jobs and careers while trying to figure out her true calling. But her high-achieving Indian parents don’t get what, exactly, she’s looking for. And Samorn Selim, a career coach who works with BIPOC, women and first-gen professionals, speaks with Juleyka about ...

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Lost and Isolated Moving Up the Career Ladder

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 22, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
To close out National Mental Health Awareness Month, we speak with Gina, an engineer who, after landing a dream job, begins to feel anxious, unhappy, and unmotivated, which puzzles her working-class Mexican parents. And Carmen Cusido, a writer and mental health advocate, speaks with Juleyka abou...

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Lost and Isolated Moving Up the Career Ladder

How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything - May 22, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes
To close out National Mental Health Awareness Month, we speak with Gina, an engineer who, after landing a dream job, begins to feel anxious, unhappy, and unmotivated, which puzzles her working-class Mexican parents. And Carmen Cusido, a writer and mental health advocate, speaks with Juleyka abou...