Ep.140 Breaking Barriers: Eliana Reyes on Resilience, Representation, and the Power of Storytelling

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In our latest episode, we sit down with the remarkable Eliana Reyes, an actress, producer, and storyteller. Eliana shares her journey from Washington Heights to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, navigating societal biases and cultural beauty standards. Despite the challenges, she pursued her passion for acting, leaving a successful finance career and finding success in the modeling world.

Eliana discusses her project "Anamnesis" and her role at LATV Network, emphasizing her commitment to amplifying Afro-Latino voices. She also shares her moving documentary "Vida Nueva," which explores her father's long-term incarceration and its impact on their family.

Eliana's story is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the importance of representation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone inspired by the relentless pursuit of dreams.

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1. Latina Actress and Storyteller (00:00:00)

2. Pursuing Dreams Against Societal Norms (00:07:32)

3. Navigating Identity and Representation in Media (00:16:26)

4. Empowering Community Through Representation (00:29:12)

5. Independent Filmmaking and Resourcefulness (00:36:09)

6. Family Impact, Personal Storytelling (00:39:20)

7. Reconnecting Through Documentary and Music (00:43:17)

8. Impact of Long-Term Incarceration (00:50:08)

9. Creating Unique Film With Cultural Representation (00:53:29)

10. Community-Funded Magazine and Empowerment (00:56:58)