La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Ep. 74 - As we gear up for another contentious election cycle, it's prudent to ask: why do we keep voting against our own best interests? Angela Chavez, Director of Communications for Courage California and a childfree Latina, explains it very plainly: because you're being manipulated by immensely well-funded propaganda, all day and every day. The 2020 Proposition 22 campaign is a prime example of this! So how do we find out the truth behind the constant disinformation crusades that play on our emotions about crime and homelessness, swaying us to vote against the greater good? Angela educates us about the tools that Courage California provides for CA citizens to make those informed choices (these tools exist in all states too!), like the Courage Score legislators receive on their voting records. Angela also challenges conventional narratives about political success—emphasizing that elections are less about "winning" and more about "moving the needle" toward meaningful progress. And how much of that work is done down ballot, not at the federal level. Finally, Angela shares actionable steps for young voters (and all of us) to take so we can overcome election apathy to create real change. Voting for change is a group project, and the very least all of us can do on November 5th is show up to vote. Groups like Courage California have already done all the homework for us. So if we all want to get an A+, get out the vote and encourage everyone around you to send in their ballots, too. The childless cat ladies are watching!🧙‍♀️🐈‍⬛ To get the full show notes, tools mentioned guest bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 74. About Angela: I'm the Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Courage California, the Founding Director of Chicas Latinas de Sacramento from 2009 to 2024. I oversee the strategic communications for Courage California’s 501(c)(4), 501(c)(3), and PACs, on progressive statewide and regional legislation, electoral, and issue-based campaigns. I have my BA in Journalism and was a reporter in the central valley for a bit. Find her full bio and all the tools mentioned at https://pauletteerato.com/74-why-are-we-voting-against-our-best-interests-angela-chavez-on-manipulation-and-political-power/ Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the show Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! In Part 2 of this series with TikTok sensation and childfree Latina, Yoreim Virella, we continue our deep dive into the complex realities of modern motherhood: the societal neglect of new mothers, the devaluation of women beyond motherhood, and the systemic challenges faced by parents. All of these truths are conveniently obscured by our fast-paced, capitalist culture. We also take a critical look at the trad-wife aesthetic that's currently flooding social media, exposing this dangerous propaganda that lures women into believing that traditional roles of wife and mother lead to an easy, carefree life. It’s time to talk about the truth behind the so-called soft life, because what truly makes a "soft life" is self-awareness. And that's something 80% of people lack. How can we do better? Start by recognizing the harm of hustle culture, and the toxic individualism that’s driving us apart as a society. And learn to heal. Because we ALL have healing to do if we're going to achieve a soft life. To lighten things up, we also get into the hilarious divide between childfree pet-owners and childfree non-pet-owners. Are pets a status symbol for the childfree? About Yoreim: Yoreim is originally from Corozal, Puerto Rico and she considers herself a multi-passionate who enjoys combining a practical career with humanitarian work, content creation, and entrepreneurship. She has over a decade of experience in human resources working in the non-profit, private, and federal sectors. While in the federal sector, she had a unique opportunity to merge her human resources expertise with disaster response work. Yoreim has been involved in multiple national disaster and humanitarian missions, from deploying to Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria to supporting CDC and OMB/White House leadership behind the scenes during the COVID-19 response efforts. She currently serves as the HR lead for her agency, managing a volunteer workforce that supports Departmental or interagency emergencies due to public health or humanitarian crises. Follow @yorlatinawellness on Tiktok and Threads. To get the full show notes, guest bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 73. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the show Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! In part 1 of a two-part interview, we're diving into an enlightening conversation with Yoreim Virella, a Diásporican, humanitarian, entrepreneur, and content creator. Yoreim shares her personal journey about growing up in a predominantly Catholic town and navigating societal expectations, including wondering if she should have a child to avoid being "left behind." She has keen insights on the religious impact on motherhood and how those beliefs shape the way women are expected to navigate life after becoming mothers. We unpack the idea that mothers often disappear into their roles, losing a sense of self and identity, and discuss the glaring lack of support for those on the parenting journey. Is motherhood all it's cracked up to be...or is it a scam? It’s a thought-provoking episode as we break down stereotypes, celebrate authentic living, and champion the freedom to choose a life that's truly your own. Stay tuned for part two, where we continue this important conversation. About Yoreim: Yoreim is originally from Corozal, Puerto Rico and she considers herself a multi-passionate who enjoys combining a practical career with humanitarian work, content creation, and entrepreneurship. She has over a decade of experience in human resources working in the non-profit, private, and federal sectors. While in the federal sector, she had a unique opportunity to merge her human resources expertise with disaster response work. Yoreim has been involved in multiple national disaster and humanitarian missions, from deploying to Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria to supporting CDC and OMB/White House leadership behind the scenes during the COVID-19 response efforts. She currently serves as the HR lead for her agency, managing a volunteer workforce that supports Departmental or interagency emergencies due to public health or humanitarian crises. Follow @yorlatinawellness on Tiktok and Threads. To get the full show notes, guest bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 72. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the show Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Dive into the insidious nature of diet culture with Dra. Hortencia Jimenez, a sociologist, professor, author, and health coach. She highlights the interconnectedness of diet culture with systemic oppression (calling it a spider web) and the importance of dismantling toxic cultural norms. So how do we, like little flies, free ourselves from the web and avoid being devoured? Dra. Jimenez paves the path to freedom for us, starting with returning to our ancestral ties severed by colonization and white supremacy and leading with compassion for yourself. Key Takeaways: To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 71. About Dr. Jimenez: Dr. Hortencia Jimenez is a queer Mexicana inmigrante of Wixárika ancestry. She was born in the Sierra Madre in Nayarit, Mexico, and immigrated to the United States as a child. She holds a B.A., MA, and Ph.D in Sociology and is also a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. Dr. Jimenez is a Sociology professor and the author of the book Challenging Inequalities: Readings in Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration and co-author of Latinx Experiences: Interdisciplinary Perspectives by SAGE Publishing. Her research writing has appeared in academic publications and has numerous awards and recognitions for her work in the Latinx community. She has been featured in Theluzmedia, Belatina News, Hip Latina, Poderositas, Hispanic Kitchen, CanvasRebel Magazine, and most recently in L.A. Weekly. Radio stations and numerous podcasts throughout the United States have also interviewed her. She is currently a co-host for the radio Joya 1570AM “Comunidad En Contexo.” Dr. Jimenez hosts a podcast called Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita. Her work centers on dismantling diet culture from a social and racial justice framework and helping Latinxs heal their relationship with food and body image. Follow her on Instagram and Threads. And check out her free resource, Strategies For Disrupting Food and Body Shaming Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Dive into Human Design with childfree Latina, actor, and coach Ydaiber Orozco, as we explore some burning questions like: Whether you're a skeptic or a fan of personality frameworks like Myers-Briggs and the Enneagram, this will probably spark your curiosity. Plus, can your Human Design chart help you decide if you're childfree? To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 70. PS: get a bonus episode by joining the newsletter, where we'll breakdown a certain billionaire's Human Design chart. Sign up here. About Ydaiber: Ydaiber is a certified Emotion Code Practitioner, Human Design reader, Dharma Coach, working actor & voice over talent. In her one-on-one coaching or in her group program "The Fearless Creator" she empowers multi-passionate creatives and soul searchers conquer self doubt, align with their purpose and embrace their authentic selves free from comparison and hesitation. She is also the creator and host of the Rekindle Your Light podcast. Find her on Instagram: @ydaiber and @rekindleyourlight To get your own Human Design reading, check out Ydaiber's website at https://rekindleyourlight.com. And grab some merch at https://www.etsy.com/shop/dogmanzen/ Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Misogyny: that's what Project 2025 is advocating for and this Childless Cat Lady isn't having it. For every social media warrior who proudly declares #IUnderstandTheAssignment, there's a counterpart ready to gleefully embrace a wave of Christofascist extremism that threatens to strip women of our hard-earned freedoms. So what is the assignment? It's to prevent Project 2025 from gaining traction in the upcoming election. The solution is clear: vote for the party that stands firm against the erosion of our rights. Don't like the options? Feeling disillusioned by genocide and all the other crap both parties seem to allow? Remember: voting isn't marriage, it' it's a bus ride towards our collective goal. And our goal—the "assignment"—is to get as far away from the dystopian nightmare that the ultra-conservative Christofascist authors of Project 2025 envision. Only one party can guarantee they won't force women to become the next Ballerina Farm girl. Who will you choose? Key takeaways from this episode include: To get the full show notes—including links to all the comments—and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 69. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's the fastest way to offend your potential wedding guests? Commenters on Threads and Instagram posted a million different options for telling people to leave their "trophies" at home. In Part 5 of the childfree wedding series, childfree couple Paulette and Ryan are once again reading through the crudest yet humorous ways to say "come enjoy an adults-only good time at the childfree wedding." Trigger warning: if colorful euphemisms for kids is not for your senses, please skip this one and enjoy a different LVMC episode. Tidbits include everything from NC-17 ratings, strippers, and beer bongs, to public acts of marriage consummation, magic mushrooms, and sacrifices to Satan. Otherwise, it's a BYOPT (bring your own participation trophy) party with a playlist full of vulgar humor and Wu-Tang. Want to send in your childfree wedding story? Submit your story at pauletteerato.com/childfreewedding To get the full show notes—including links to all the comments—and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 68. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's the "proper" way to tell your guests you want a childfree wedding? From the etiquette of hosting an adult-only affair to the most tactful ways to convey this message to your guests, we're all over this sometimes-taboo topic. Childfree couple Paulette and Ryan Erato have some experience in this arena. And after going viral on Threads for asking the question, "what do YOU think is the classiest way to say “this is a childfree wedding?”, with over 4,000 commenters chiming in with their thoughts, lots of people have opinions and questions about it! To give the happy couple guidelines, this episode covers the 5 steps to hosting your own childfree/adults-only wedding. Including the dos and don'ts of addressing invitation envelopes, filling out RSVP cards, and explicit notations to ensure the child-free message is received (hopefully with grace). We also share some of the most classy and clever ways to word your childfree wedding invitations, as suggested by the Threads community. From setting clear boundaries to offering free childcare at the wedding venue, there are a wide range of approaches to make your adult-only wedding an enjoyable experience for all. And stay tuned for part 2 of this story, as Paulette and Ryan read the worst and funniest advice received on this thread. Want to send in your childfree wedding story? Submit your story at pauletteerato.com/childfreewedding To get the full show notes—including links to all the comments—and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 67. Even though comments are turned off, you can still check out the viral thread here. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Part 3 in the childfree wedding series comes to us in the form of an email from Vivian, a now "retired" childfree housewife. Vivian's wedding planning started off as a wild ride navigating family expectations, Catholicism, and even some social shaming, all because she dared to say "I don't want kids." Having now been married for over 20 years, her life's been a winning combination of freedom, happiness, and amazing adventures (including a home in paradise), all because Vivian and her husband dared to be different. This isn't just a wedding story; it's a shining example of what life looks like when you choose your own path, have self-confidence in the face of a passive-aggressive in-laws, and design a life that makes you truly happy—a vida más chévere! Celebrate love, and learn how to avoid flower girl meltdowns on this episode. *** Want to send in your childfree wedding story? Submit your story at pauletteerato.com/childfreewedding To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 66. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Burnout isn't a gold medal earned at the Exhaustion Olympics. It's totally avoidable, but in our hustle culture, we often wear exhaustion like a badge of honor. Trust that there's nothing honorable about sacrificing your health. Take it from someone who has suffered the consequences! Us childfree Latinas are especially susceptible to this because we're raised to thrive on resiliency, sacrifice, and people pleasing. For many of us, that's how our parents (and their parents) survived so that's all they know. And because we're childfree, people take for granted that we have additional time and/or energy available to work even harder. It's time to change this rigged game. Success shouldn't come at the expense of your well-being. Let's figure out how to work within our capacity limits, not against them. In this episode, guest Karenna Soto will show you: Get from burnout into balance with these tools and strategies for a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 65. About Karenna: Meet Karenna, a seasoned expert in communication, relationship cultivation, and anxiety management. With a passion for facilitating personal evolution, Karenna thrives on guiding individuals through the complexities of interpersonal dynamics. As a keynote speaker on burnout, host of "The Fully Expressed Podcast," and a trauma-informed somatic practitioner, she brings a holistic approach to her work. Karenna specializes in empowering high-achieving women to honor and optimize their capacities, speak their truth, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence. This empowerment enables them to fully engage in both their personal and professional spheres. Through her teachings, she champions authenticity and encourages women to embrace their fullest expression in life and business. Karenna's mission is clear: to foster a community where women can flourish and thrive, embodying their true selves without reservation. Check Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What happens when you’re suddenly abandoned by your pack? Loneliness is a universal human emotion that can often go unaddressed and underestimated in its impact. In a society where the focus is too often on productivity and success, acknowledging feelings of isolation and vulnerability can be perceived as a weakness. In this heartfelt episode, host and childfree Latina Paulette Erato shares her personal journey navigating the complicated emotions around loneliness in the wake of a health scare. As she struggled with her health crisis, Paulette faced the harsh reality of toxic relationships that crumbled when faced with adversity. The loneliness she experienced was surprising, and painfully highlighted the stark contrast between surface-level connections and genuine support systems. Through tears and triumphs, Paulette learned the invaluable lesson of diversifying her communities to foster genuine connections. Through vulnerability and introspection, Paulette sheds light on the challenges and growth that stemmed from these experiences, and why intentional community-building is essential. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 64. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! "Where are you from?" is a question asked all too often of people who are visibly "not white." So what does it mean to be American in a melting pot of immigrants? Picking up where we left off last time, guest Amanda reflects back on her 5 years in Japan and we touch on certain taboo topics like: Host and childfree Latina Paulette and childfree guest Amanda continue to examine the cross-cultural parallels in their respective upbringings, how that led to successful partnerships with their husbands, and why the government wants to blame low birth rates for shrinking populations instead of changing immigration laws. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 63. About Amanda B.: Amanda B. (she/her) is the writer, host and producer of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 cat-themed culture, history (and sometimes science) podcast. She leverages her background in research, mental health advocacy, professional development and trauma-informed violence prevention to thoughtfully connect topics as disparate as sainthood, Vikings and Valentine's May to the world's most populous domesticated pet (...or are they?). Amanda has consulted in creative direction, education and community development and volunteers as sexuality and relationships expert on free youth mental health app OkaySo. Amanda is also a musician - she leads NYC-based rock 'n' roll band, Leathered and has supported major recording artists as a guitarist on international stages. Her cats Binky and Snuggles do not appreciate her impromptu serenades. Listen to 6 Degrees of Cats https://episodes.fm/1669849217 Follow Amanda on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/6degreesofcats/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@6degreesofcats Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Continuing the study of the parallels in various cultures, we're celebrating AAPI month by exploring the world of childfree adulthood with Amanda from Six Degrees of Cats podcast in Part 1 of this two-part episode. Where do Latinidad and East Asian/Midwestern cultures overlap? You'd be surprised! And despite their radically different upbringings, Amanda and Paulette have un chingo in common. Amanda shares her journey as a transracial Korean adoptee, highlights the importance of community—and where she ultimately found hers—discusses the impact of toxic cultural norms, and reflects on her experiences in different countries. We're left wondering, how much does our upbringing, and a lack of community in those crucial formative years, impact our childfree adulthood? To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 62. About Amanda B.: Amanda B. (she/her) is the writer, host and producer of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 cat-themed culture, history (and sometimes science) podcast. She leverages her background in research, mental health advocacy, professional development and trauma-informed violence prevention to thoughtfully connect topics as disparate as sainthood, Vikings and Valentine's May to the world's most populous domesticated pet (...or are they?). Amanda has consulted in creative direction, education and community development and volunteers as sexuality and relationships expert on free youth mental health app OkaySo. Amanda is also a musician - she leads NYC-based rock 'n' roll band, Leathered and has supported major recording artists as a guitarist on international stages. Her cats Binky and Snuggles do not appreciate her impromptu serenades. Listen to 6 Degrees of Cats https://episodes.fm/1669849217 Follow Amanda on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/6degreesofcats/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@6degreesofcats Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Since host and childfree Latina Paulette Erato was ironically born on Mexican Mother's Day (which is always observed on May 10th), she's turning May into a celebration of The Otherhood, aka Non-Mom May! Non-Mom May is a fiesta dedicated to amplifying the stories of women and non-binary individuals living fulfilled lives without children. It isn't about excluding moms; it’s about creating a space where those who aren't parents can feel seen, heard, and celebrated. As a community-building project, it'll also include a daily profile of another inspiring non-mom you can connect with plus a complementary prompt to engage followers and listeners. The goals are to honor the diverse experiences of childfree and childless people, and to foster a sense of community and support among us. How to participate in Non-Mom May: https://forms.gle/GmkhyF2eruHuedwj6To see the entire list of prompts for the LVMC #NonMomMay Challenge, join the newsletter at this link: https://pauletteerato.substack.com/ By the end of May, you'll have at least 30 examples of fulfilling and thriving paths forged outside The LifeScript™, a larger flock of black sheep just like you, and the confidence to be your true self without worrying about having children. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 61. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Self-proclaimed and proud black sheep Shweta Ramkumar sits down with resident childfree Latina Paulette Erato to discuss the parallels between Southern Asian and Latine cultures. And while both cultures can be conservative, sexist, and patriarchal, both women have been fortunate to have supportive families when it comes to their childfree choices. As a staunch antinatalist, Shweta takes her childfree advocacy one step further by championing the idea that having children without consent is an act of selfishness that begets further suffering. Key takeaways from this episode include: Tune in for what is a revealing look into the commonalities of Asian and Latine cultures, from the childfree perspective. Shout out to the fans who played LVMC Trivia on Instagram: Erik, Ryan, Amanda, and Shweta About Shweta: All of Shweta's social media bios contain the following words : Educator, Foodie, Singer, Dog-Mom, Minimalist, Unconventional, Black Sheep, Childfree by Choice, Antinatalist and Egalitarian. She's a multitalented, multipassionate creative woman who has lived and travelled all over the world, worked in a variety of industries and is currently an up and coming entrepreneur with a business that marries up her passions, skillset, knowledge and experience. She's a Southern Asian woman of colour and a pioneer of dismantling the oppressive norms of the conservative, sexist and patriarchal culture and society she grew up in. As an unmarried childfree millennial woman, her life journey sets a strong example of breaking free from the shackles of disempowering cultural conformity and stand out as a proud black sheep in more ways than one. She's an avid advocate of the childfree lifestyle and is currently based in Melbourne Australia. Find her on Instagram as @childfreesrbuddysmum https://www.instagram.com/childfreesrbuddysmum/ To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 60. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's it like to have a sibling that doesn't want kids? Batman enthusiast, professional marketer, sports/pop culture podcaster, and baby brother Erik Fontanez joins his childfree sister Paulette Erato to discuss this question. It's a candid and lighthearted discussion about the dynamics of being a childfree individual within their family context. Even as a father himself, Erik passionately defends the childfree lifestyle against societal norms, advocating for the validity and autonomy of individuals who choose not to have children. He also takes a break from impersonating Ron Burgundy and meme-making to impresses us with his knowledge of Batman (and sharks!), and reminisce about their YouTube endeavor, Beerocrats TV. Paulette and Erik not only shed light on the nuances of familial relationships but also champion individual choices and celebrate the diversity of lifestyles, childfree or not. Two Latine sibling podcasters = double the fun! Spoiler alert: did you know that Batman is not childfree? 🤯 About Erik Fontanez: Erik Fontanez is the host of the Staches & Glasses Podcast, which covers sports, pop culture, and, as he puts it, whatever tickles the pickle. He discusses subjects such as the NBA, NFL, and a variety of other sports. The podcast also covers other entertainment aspects like movies, TV, and other popular topics. Additionally, Erik heads and operates REVANIST Social, a digital marketing agency headquartered in Orange County, California. He also has a background in writing and editing, most notably in sports journalism. His work has been featured on Bleacher Report, Yahoo! Sports, the Los Angeles Times, among others. Find him online at: Staches & Glasses Podcasthttps://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-pck9c-1586dd8Instagram https://www.instagram.com/formemenotyou/Twitter/Xhttps://twitter.com/formemenotyou/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@formemenotyouTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@formemenotyou/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/formemenotyouTo get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Ever fantasize about moving abroad, and what that could look like in your life? Childfree couple Paulette and Ryan did just that, trading their Los Angeles-based routine for a new adventure in Puerto Rico. But moving to a tropical paradise wasn't all sausages and rainbows. The couple gets real about the unexpected challenges they faced—from dreamy island life to the not-so-glamorous realities. This candid conversation gives a behind-the-scenes look into their experience. Paulette and Ryan dish on the importance of rolling with the punches, embracing the unknown, and maybe even having a Plan B (or C, or LMNOP) in your back pocket just in case. It's an honest story about learning from stumbles, finding strength in the face of change, and knowing when to say, "enough is enough." Whether you're dreaming of a big move or navigating your own unexpected twists, this episode will leave you with a fresh perspective and a deeper appreciation for life's wild ride. Tune in for Paulette and Ryan's honest and relatable account – it's sure to inspire you to find your own adventure! Key takeaways: To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 58. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What does media bias have to do with how marginalized groups are perceived? EVERYTHING. Media bias—the way we see certain groups on TV and in movies—has a massive impact on how we view people in real life. And whether or not we see them as real human beings, or merely caricatures we don't have to care about. If people in the margins don't comport ourselves in a very specific way, then we aren't deemed worth giving a damn about. In her book, Broken: The Failed Promise of Muslim Inclusion, Professor Evelyn Alsultany painstakingly tracks the "logics that legitimize excluding people, that legitimize inequality" and rejects the need for anyone to act like a "good" Evelyn's bio: Broken: The Failed Promise of Muslim InclusionArabs and Muslims in the Media: Race and Representation after 9/11 The Hollywood ReporterTimeNewsweek To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 57. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! This special Valentine's week episode is dedicated to smashing The Patriarchy by tapping deep into the well of your self-love. Because if you want to live your vida mas chévere, if you want to design your best childfree Latina life, you need to have a healthy relationship with yourself. How do you get that? Listen in for practical tips on how to prioritize self-care rituals, savor moments of joy, and release negativity so you can reach the point where you are actively, intentionally, and fiercely in love with yourself. Because if there's one thing The Patriarchy hates, it's when women love themselves fully. Especially if those women are childfree Latinas. 3 takeaways from this episode are: Bonus takeaway: being in love with yourself means you're never alone on Valentine's Day! Join us as we navigate the journey to self-love, celebrate our unique Latine identities, and embrace the power of self-empowerment through self-care. This episode is a loving reminder to all childfree Latinas that self-love is not only essential, but a radical act of revolution. To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 56. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show

Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Following up from the last episode about how Monica Rivera became her own best friend, this time Monica tells us how her inner critic inspired her to start her own business coaching enterprise for women of color aptly named YOU WANNA DO WHAT?! There's also the question many childfree Latinas grapple with—thanks to the toxic cultural habit that allows too many people to feel comfortably asking: what's your legacy if you aren't having children? First of all, that's a bingo AND a really narrow view of what legacy means. Because of her early life experiences, Monica knows she'll never have children. But she will still leave a legacy that's equally as important to her, her chosen family, and her clients. If you're interested in business coaching with Monica, she invites you to book a free 45-minute clarity call to see if coaching is a fit at https://calendly.com/youwannadowhat/consult About Monica: Monica Rivera (she/her) is a speaker, a reformed self-doubter, and a business coach with a passion for building empowering communities. With over two decades worth of marketing experience, Monica has climbed the corporate ladder working in various Fortune 500 companies. Drawing on her own challenging experiences, Monica founded YOU WANNA DO WHAT?!, a coaching practice dedicated to helping women of color build personal brands and businesses around their passions. Monica is a TEDx speaker and has been featured in Business Insider, O Magazine, NPR, Ladies Get Paid, The Huffington Post, and more. https://youwannadowhat.comhttps://www.threads.net/@youwannadowhathttps://www.ted.com/talks/monica_rivera_the_flipside_of_loneliness_jan_2019To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 55. Join the Latinas in Podcasting waitlist! Support the Show. Like what you hear? Reach out to send your thoughts, and don't forget to grab a limited edition LVMC baseball t-shirt. Check it out at pauletteerato.com/shop. How to reach me: Send a textEmail meInstagramJoin the LVMC newsletterWatch on YouTubeSupport the show