Ashes of Negligence. Analyzing the Aftermath of the LA Fires with Marisela Arechiga

04/01/25 • 40 min

How long would you retain a manager who indulges in the perks of leadership but ignores its responsibilities?

In today's special episode, we shoot things up with Marisela Arechiga. For our first-ever live episode, we decided to start with a banger: we analyze the aftermath of the LA fires. From omissive leadership to questionable political choices, we look deeply into the negligent attitude of those in charge of looking after us and our responsibility as voters. Marisela co-founded Generation Home Improvements and is an Angelina mom and wife with a deeply rooted appreciation for her Latino heritage. As someone who builds sanctuary spaces for homeowners, watching homes being reduced to nothing especially hit her.

Tune in to Episode 226 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and join us as we analyze where years of poor leadership have led us. You'll hear our thoughts on the need for proactivity to produce meaningful change, the urge for strong and responsible leadership, our need as Latinos to reevaluate our political affiliations, and much more.

Episode Takeaways:

New beginnings. Why start live recordings after five years? (1:10)
Where did the whole disaster of LA start? (7:20)
You can't succeed in a place that doesn't set you up for success (11:00)
What's the price we pay for years of poor leadership? (14:10)
Reevaluating our political choices (21:10)
Change requires change. The importance of community and connection in creating meaningful change (26:40)

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How long would you retain a manager who indulges in the perks of leadership but ignores its responsibilities?

Episode Takeaways:

New beginnings. Why start live recordings after five years? (1:10)
Where did the whole disaster of LA start? (7:20)
You can't succeed in a place that doesn't set you up for success (11:00)
What's the price we pay for years of poor leadership? (14:10)
Reevaluating our political choices (21:10)
Change requires change. The importance of community and connection in creating meaningful change (26:40)

Connect with Marisela Arechiga:

Let's Connect!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lessons from Femme 2025: Leadership, Success & Self-Worth with Jackie Tapia

Happy Women's Month, Amigas!

This month is all about celebrating our strength, resilience, and the power of supporting one another. As women, we uplift and inspire each other, creating spaces where we can thrive, lead, and embrace our true selves. Together, we continue to break barriers and redefine success on our own terms.

Tune in to Episode 225 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Jackie shares her experience attending Femme 2025, a powerful women's empowerment event. She reflects on the inspiring messages from trailblazing women, including Dr. Antonia Novello, the first Latina U.S. Surgeon General, and actress Vivica A. Fox. From overcoming the "disease of pleasing" to embracing communal leadership, this episode is filled with wisdom to help you step into your power and own your success.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Stop the “disease of pleasing”—put yourself first.

✨ Leadership should be communal, not ego-driven.

✨ Numbers tell a story—pay attention to your data.

✨ Don’t have a moment, have a career.

✨ Accountability is key to success.

✨ Doing the work leads to long-term growth.

Listen now and get inspired to take charge of your journey! 🎙️🔥 #WomenEmpowerment #AmigaHandleYourShit

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Human Design Made Easy with Ilona Pamplona

Amiga, have you ever wondered why some things feel so aligned while others just don’t sit right—no matter how hard you try? It might be time to explore your Human Design.

In this soulful episode, Jackie taps into the magic of self-awareness, intuition, and transformation with Human Design coach and astrologer Ilona Pamplona. Together, they dive into how Human Design offers a blueprint for understanding your energetic essence, making aligned decisions, and honoring your unique purpose.

Ilona Pamplona is an Astrology Informed Life Coach who believes astrology is the psychology of our ancestors. Blending coaching, astrology, and integrative wellness, she helps clients uncover deep insights through their birth charts. She’s also the author of Human Design Made Easy, an easy-to-use guide to understanding Human Design.

Tune in to Episode 227 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Ilona unpacks the Human Design system, how it differs from astrology, and why it can be a powerful tool for breaking through resistance, especially for first-gen Latinas navigating deeply ingrained expectations.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Human Design shows how your energy flows best.

✨ There are five main Human Design energy types.

✨ Alignment prevents burnout and resistance.

✨ Deconditioning is part of the healing journey.

✨ Your body holds your inner authority.

✨ Awareness leads to greater self-empowerment.

Ready to step into alignment, Amiga? Let’s dive in.

Buy Ilona Pamplona’s book Human Design Made Easy

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