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Leaving Academia and Starting a Personal Development Journey 1:06:46

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In this episode we had the great honor of having Dra. Yvette Martínez-Vu, host of the Grad School Femtoring Podcast, join us for a part II discussion on leaving academia and how she started her personal development journey as a First-Gen Chicana. Listen to Grad School Femtoring Podcast Episode 173 featuring Xicana Code Switcher hosts. BIPOC Busines…

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Transition to an L&D Career 1:00:11

2y ago1:00:11

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of having Mitzi Martinez discuss how she transitioned out of Student Affairs to a career in Learning and Development (L&D). You can connect with Mitzi on LinkedIn or her website. BIPOC Business Shoutout: Eauso Vert For all our listeners, you can email us at xicanacodeswitchers@gmail.com and send us your BIPOC bu…

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Running for Public Office 53:09

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We welcomed Magali Limeta back to share her experience of deciding to run for a school board elected position. If you would like to volunteer with or donate to her campaign, please visit her campaign website. BIPOC Business Shoutout: Artpce, check them out: https://www.artpce.com/ Instagram: @artpce TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/artpce Twitter: …

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Pleasure Gap 52:00

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This week we had Janine Huerta, a third-year Ph.D. student in the Social-Personality Psychology field. Her research area is sexual communication and more specifically, how the ways in which men and woman talk about sex contributes to the orgasm/pleasure gap. You can contact Janine via her email omedi004@ucr.edu. Book Recommendations: “Come as you a…

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Navigating Expectations of a PhD Program 44:52

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This week's guest, Rachel Freeman, walks us through how she decided to apply, accept, and navigate her Ph.D. program at UCLA. She reminded us of the importance to make time for self-care along the way.Resources My Undocumented LifeBIPOC Business S/O Olive Kollection, Tiktok @kbeautymomFor all our listeners, you can email us at xicanacodeswitchers@g…

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The Making of Cultura Media 46:01

2+ y ago46:01

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Join us for this week's episode featuring Cultura Media! It is is a pleasure to begin our third year and 5th Season of the Xicana Code Switchers podcast by having our first guest: Mitzi Salgado! She holds a Master's degree in International Public Policy & Management from the University of Southern California with a specialization in Border and Immi…

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Now Entering 2022! 52:41

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In this episode, Ariana and Patricia check in about the start of a new year navigating pandemic, grad school, and work life. We are excited to begin a new season and upcoming new guests. Recommended Social Media Accounts: Imani Barbarin follow on TikTok @crutches_and_spice BIPOC Business S/O MuxeresXingonas For all our listeners, you can email us a…

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Episode 12 - Scream 3 (2000) 35:18

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The Grave Switchers still very much have Scream-fever this week and are revisiting the final instalment of the original trilogy, Scream 3. Is Scream 3 the best film in the franchise? Absolutely not. Is this the best episode the Grave Switchers have ever put out? Also a hard no. Would we recommend you watch Scream 3 and then listen to this episode? …

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Episode 11 - Scream (2022) 1:00:50

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It's a big week for the Grave Switchers! They've finally seen Scream (2022) and they have some thoughts! Could it be that this week's Shoot, Recruit, Revives are more divisive than the film itself?! All Joe & Lara know is they'd sure like to see Joe's vision come to life... BIG spoilers for Scream (2022), so go and watch it first and then let the G…

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Episode 10 - Scream 2 (1997) 58:26

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This week the Grave Switchers have got Scream fever, but don't worry - this is a Scream (2022) spoiler-free zone! Ahead of the release of the newest instalment in the Scream franchise Joe & Lara are revisiting the original films. Who will survive the ruthless Grave Switching this week? Plus, let us know your thoughts on Lara's controversial recruit…

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Episode 9 - The Exorcist (1973) 38:44

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It may be a brand new year but this week's film is another horror classic, William Friedkin's The Exorcist. Ever wondered what form the devil takes when he's not busy possessing a twelve year old girl? Or how many hot priests is too many? Or what on Earth made that spooky noise in Joe & Lara's kitchen?! Unfortunately the Grave Switchers can only an…

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Episode 8 - Krampus 38:29

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This week the Grave Switchers are sick! But they're not letting that get in the way of them discussing their second festive horror flick, Michael Dougherty's Krampus. In a setting where you're trapped with the in-laws and in need of festive cheer more than ever, who would you recruit to avoid the summoning of evil Santa? Their shoot, recruit, reviv…

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Episode 7 - Black Christmas (1974) 46:51

3y ago46:51

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This week the Grave Switchers are getting festive but keeping it spooky as they discuss the original holiday horror classic Black Christmas. Find out who Joe and Lara chose to shoot, recruit and revive and, more importantly, whether they can string a sentence together! Plus, there are a couple of new perspectives this week as Lara enlisted the help…

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Episode 6 - A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) 39:41

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This week's movie is Wes Craven's 1984 supernatural slasher classic - A Nightmare on Elm Street. Freddy Krueger gets the Grave Switchers' treatment this week as they put their Shoot, Recruit, Revive formula to the test against the inhabitants of Elm Street (if that even IS where they live..). Plus, for the first time EVER it's very nearly a clean s…

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Episode 5 - Shaun of the Dead 42:56

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This week Joe & Lara discuss Edgar Wright's Rom-Zom-Com classic Shaun of the Dead whilst waiting for their pasta bake to cook. After applying their Shoot, Recruit, Revive formula to the film the Grave Switchers learn it's an easy save, but recruiting proves to be particularly tricky for Lara... [Contains spoilers for Shaun of the Dead and, strangel…

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Moving Out of State, Ethnic Studies, and Academic Advising 1:06:02

3y ago1:06:02

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This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Denise Fernández. We discussed her experience moving out of state for her grad program, how Ethnic Studies impacted her educational journey, and her new professional journey. She is currently working as a Student Services Specialist for the Center for Human Rights and International Justice at Stanford U…

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Episode 4 - The Blair Witch Project 43:12

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This week Joe & Lara are talking all about the iconic 1999 found footage horror that follows the incredible 'true' story of student director Heather, who would rather film her friend's dismembered body parts than read the bloody map properly! The Grave Switchers put their Shoot, Recruit, Revive formula to the test against The Blair Witch to see if …

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Episode 3 - Halloween Kills 38:27

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It’s Halloween! Well not quite, but this week Joe & Lara talk about the new Halloween Kills movie and who to shoot, recruit & revive. Can anyone stop Michael Myers? Let’s see if the Grave Switchers have any ideas… [Spoilers]Av Grave Switchers

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Episode 2 - Candyman (1992) 35:59

3y ago35:59

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In this week’s episode Joe & Lara discuss the 1992 slasher classic Candyman. Who will they shoot, recruit & revive? Apparently it’s not quite as straightforward as they thought it would be. Plus, how to deal with strangers in car park garages. [Spoilers]Av Grave Switchers

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Episode 1 - Scream (1996) 43:21

3y ago43:21

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In their very first episode Joe & Lara explain the shoot, recruit, revive formula and (attempt to) apply it to Wes Craven's 1996 slasher, Scream. They also have a look at some of the more interesting IMDb reviews for the movie. [Spoilers]Av Joe Peace & Lara Ditzel-Finn

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A Year in Post Doc, Following Up with Dr. Letty 1:11:37

3y ago1:11:37

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We had the pleasure of having Dra. Letty join us once again for an update on her journey in academia. The chisme was good as Dra. Letty Garcia reflected on her first-year as a professor during the pandemic. You can reach Dr. Letty by email at lcgarcia@ucsb.edu.#academia #doctoralife #LatinAmericanStudies #CulturalPolitics #ShakespearAndRace #Xicana…

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Restorative Justice and Relationship Building 1:52:32

3+ y ago1:52:32

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This week we had Jammy Camille (Caraballo Torres) Millet who is the founder and lead facilitator at StayJust, a Restorative Justice Education and Implementation organization. We discussed the experiences of BIPOC working in higher ed, what restorative justice means and looks like in educational settings and the importance of continuing our own grow…

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Understanding Imposter Syndrome and the Field of Social Work 46:34

3+ y ago46:34

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It is the last day of July and we are ready to share another episode of XCS! This week we had Mireya Lupercio who shared about her experience maneuvering the U.S. educational system as a first-generation, Mexican-American student. She helps us define imposter syndrome and we learn about Mireya's profession as a Social Worker. Tune in to learn more …

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Life isn’t Greener on the Other Side 1:50:36

3+ y ago1:50:36

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For this week, Dr. Lina Mendez discussed with us what it's like to work as a staff member in higher ed, her experience as a former Gates Millennium Scholar, and ways she supports students. BIPOC Business S/O: Diaspora Co. Spices --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xicana-code-switchers/message…

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Insight into Clinical Psychology 2:00:02

3+ y ago2:00:02

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This week we had Dr. Kristina Rodriguez, a licensed clinical psychologist, who identifies as part Mexican and Romanian and appreciates growing up with two cultures and customs. She has worked in several community and university counseling centers to support individuals struggling with a variety of concerns such as: anxiety, depression, adjustment, …

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Indigenous Students in Higher Ed 1:01:39

3+ y ago1:01:39

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This week we had Nikki Fraser, an Indigenous advocate and a proud mother of two, from the Secwépemc Nation located in the interior British Columbia. She shared about her educational journey and balancing motherhood. Nikki’s dedication and achievement has been acknowledged on multiple platforms, including GreenBiz’s 30 Under 30, the 2017 CBC “Young …

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Student Affairs "Diversity and Inclusion" 1:34:22

3+ y ago1:34:22

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For this week, we interviewed Diana Ortiz Giron who walked us to her journey in becoming the Assistant Director for Diversity Education & Support at Harvard College and the ways she's supported students in college. BIPOC Business Shoutout: All For Ramon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xicana-code-switchers/messa…

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Find Your Purpose 1:08:56

3+ y ago1:08:56

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In this week's episode we had Benjamin Perez who shared about growing up in Salinas, CA and how he found his purpose through education. He is now paying it forward through his very own #LatinxGreekLife Podcast BIPOC Business: Esa Bruja Andrade You can email us at xicanacodeswitchers@gmail.com and send us your BIPOC business, conference, and event s…

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Migration, Academia, and Transnational Ties 1:55:48

3+ y ago1:55:48

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Big news!!! We celebrate Ariana’s Ph.D. program acceptance!! This week we had Yareli Castro Sevilla discuss her journey to being a Ph.D. candidate in American Studies at The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University. We also discussed her proposed dissertation which takes a migrant-centered approach to explore Mexican “Espacios de …

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No Soy Básica: Latinx Literary Trends in Higher Ed 2:19:08

4y ago2:19:08

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This week we had Dr. Letty Garcia talk about the Latinx immigration course we all took during our summer, Letty's experience completing her master's degree abroad, the President’s Postdoctoral Fellow application process, and much more! You can contact Dr. Letty by email at lcgarcia@ucsb.edu. TikTok Account Recommendation: @DoubleDeeMuva BIPOC Busin…

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Raizes Collective: Political Change Through Art and Community Building 1:08:03

4y ago1:08:03

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This week we spoke to Isabel Lopez, the founder and Executive Director of Raizes Collective. We discussed Isabel's journey in starting her nonprofit, building community, and healing spaces. Read more about Isabel's work: North Bay Spirit Award winner uses art to empower local Latinos ’We want our children to carry that pride’: North Bay moms at the…

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Professional Degrees: the Field of Dentistry 1:53:50

4y ago1:53:50

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This week we had Jeannette Diaz talk about their journey to becoming a registered dental hygienist and an independent dental hygiene practice owner. If you are interested in learning more about dentistry degrees, check out the following resources: UC Berkeley Dental School Info Career Options in the Field of Dentistry Dentistry Degrees: Overview of…

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Changing the Narrative: Family and College Expectations for Immigrant Students 1:48:08

4y ago1:48:08

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This week we had Dr. Maricela Becerra aka @AcademicMami talk to us about immigrant college student experiences, navigating expectations from family and colleges, grad school, and much more! Check out her blog: AcademicMami BIPOC Business ShoutOut: Academic Mami Etsy Sticker Shop For all our listeners, you can email us at xicanacodeswitchers@gmail.c…

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Podcasting, Accountability, and Politics: A Conversation with Denea Joseph 2:17:34

4y ago2:17:34

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We are 22 days away from the U.S. election and in this episode, we discuss media, anti-blackness, and politics with Denea Joseph. If you are able to vote, we encourage you all to do so! We discuss with Denea why it is so important to exercise this right. Also, check out Denea's “Undocumented Black Girl” podcast, her website, and book her through he…

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Classroom Accommodations and Latinas in Public Health 1:42:50

4y ago1:42:50

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This week’s guest, Cynthia N. Ramirez, shared with us about her journey into her PhD in Preventive Medicine and Health Behavior. We also discussed the challenges in having accommodations met in schools and her research on patient perceptions of language congruency and doctor-patient communication. BIPOC Shout-Out: Black-Owned Bookstores to Buy From…

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Master's Thesis Breakdown 1:51:35

4y ago1:51:35

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In this week's episode, Patricia breaks down each chapter of writing a master's thesis along with sharing her research findings with all of us. You can access Patricia's thesis here: Writing "Equity" Is Not Enough! A Case Study of the Graduation Initiative 2025 Implementation on a California State University Campus. Thesis writing book recommendati…

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The Path Is Not Always Linear: An Immigrant’s Journey 49:55

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In this week's episode we had Claudia Espinosa who is the Founder of Latinas On the Verge of Excellence (L.O.V.E.) Mentoring Program, with the goal to support and empower young women to strive for excellence and achieve their dreams. We covered her journey from Cali, Colombia to NYC and going through the different higher education institutions that…

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Student Movements & the Policing of Activism 1:37:22

4+ y ago1:37:22

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This week we have Liz Sanchez speaking on their master's thesis on student movements and experiences in the California State University (CSU) system. Title of Liz's thesis: The Great Sham of Student Affairs: How the Power of Storytelling Ignited a Student Movement and Revealed the Darkside in Reaching Higher You can read Liz's co-authored article: …

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La Controversia del Tesis 1:04:23

4+ y ago1:04:23

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In this episode, we discussed the thesis process with Alondra Martinez and Karina Reyes Banuelos and share tips for future masters students interested in doing a thesis. BIPOC Business Shoutout: Red Bay Coffee Beautiful Coffee To The People. Certified B Corp. https://www.redbaycoffee.com/ You can email us at xicanacodeswitchers@gmail.com and send u…

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Career Development for Beginner Higher Ed Professionals 1:25:53

4+ y ago1:25:53

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We begin the episode talking about the importance of speaking out against anti-blackness and supporting the demands of #BLM movement. This week’s guest is Carrie, whom we talk about career development, interviews, and job search during a pandemic. BIPOC Business ShoutOut: Comfy Sorts that offer a variety of handcrafted chunky and jumbo blankets mad…

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Critical Reflections of Lawtinas in Elite Spaces Part II 1:12:47

4+ y ago1:12:47

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This week's episode we continue our conversation with Donna and Érica and talk about law school, Harvard, and job market during a pandemic. BIPOC Business ShoutOut: Letter Shoppe art by Dina Rodriguez. Art that supports self-love, mental health, and cannabis culture. For all our listeners, you can email us at xicanacodeswitchers@gmail.com and send …

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Special Episode: Life Update 1:08:18

4+ y ago1:08:18

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In this episode Ariana and Patricia check-in and discuss life updates, performative equity, job search process, and overall managing life during a pandemic. BIPOC Business Shoutout: Kassandra “Hand crafted polymer clay jewelry made with heart.” Not your average clay earrings Handmade in Fresno, CA babybellandjake.etsy.com Podcast Recommendations: H…

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Critical Reflections of Lawtinas in Elite Spaces Part I 1:04:21

4+ y ago1:04:21

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Join us for this week's episode, we had Donna and Erica talk about critical reflections of family dynamics, social justice, and elite spaces. This is part 1 of 2 where Donna and Erica will discuss their experiences as law students at Harvard. BIPOC Business Shoutout: Monarchs of Gold via Etsy Undocumented artist, activist, public speaker: Yehimi Ca…

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Alumni of Color Conference: Testimonios of Access and Retention in Higher Education 51:10

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This is a live recording where we asked our guests to talk about how their upbringing informed their academic and professional careers. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xicana-code-switchers/message

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Academic Mujeres 1:18:38

5y ago1:18:38

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Tune into our latest episode where we had guest speaker: Mara Nohemí López Godoy from Academic Mujeres! She discussed her latest passion project and how she has overcome many challenges and stood-up to gatekeepers in academia. BIPOC Business Shoutout: @Guaraxez Fátima Gutiérrez, a Latina, student, and immigrant who sells handmade artisanal footwear…

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Overbooking, Overcommitment & Over it! 1:16:26

5y ago1:16:26

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Welcome back & Happy New Year 2020! This is the Xicana Code Switchers' third season! For this episode we provide some updates, talk about being overbooked and overcommitted, all while sharing some reflections on podcasting. Podcast recommendation: With That Being Said by Esther Boykin & Erica Turner POC Business ShoutOut: Beam Paints Plastic Free P…

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Learning to Face the Past 1:31:29

5y ago1:31:29

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This week, we had our guest, Jaime Barboza talk about his experience returning to the community college. BIPOC Business Shoutout: - Resumes by Lara Empowering, supporting and uplifting previously and/or currently incarcerated folks, people of color and those wanting to accomplish their dreams through resume services and education. @resumesbylara ww…

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We are not Starting Over, We Are Starting from Experience 1:08:27

5y ago1:08:27

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In this week's episode, we had Magali Limeta discuss her journey to pursuing her MBA.POC Business Shoutout: Quw’utsun’Made created by a descendant of the Quw’utsun’/Cowichan tribe of Vancouver, Canada, Arianna Johnny-Wadsworth. Quw’utsun’Made is an apothecary and lifestyle brand that sells fragrances, salves, soaps, candles, masks, tattoo aftercare…

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Doctorahood: Rising Juntas 1:03:08

5y ago1:03:08

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This week, we had Doctora Lorena Márquez discuss how #DinnerConDoctoras came to be and ways others have created their own spin to cultivate doctorahood. POC Business Shoutout: Doctora Designs - jewelry inspired by your resilience by Angela ChenDoctora is a state of mind and being grounded in self-care, preservation, and resistance. Doctora recogniz…

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Deconstructing First-Generation Professionalism 1:12:08

5y ago1:12:08

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In this episode, we had Valeria Simmons Garcia discuss with us the missing conversations about the transitions first-generation professionals go through. We also discussed Valeria's social media platform @firstgenprofessional. XCS Graduation School Application webinar, link to instructions: https://bit.ly/2NiHF1g XCS Graduation School Application w…

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