La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas
Paulette Erato
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Childfree Latinas, you are not alone! End the generational trauma and create the best life for YOU—your vida más chévere.
Join host Paulette Erato and amigues every other Tuesday as we look beyond the stifling constructs and lies the “American Dream” is built on, and choose our own dreams. Liberate yourself from the toxic cultural brainwashing we all grew up with so we can design our best lives instead—and thrive!
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Dismantling the Toxic Latine Money Mentality with Wealth Warrior Linda Garcia
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06/13/23 • 58 min
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Ep #41 - Just because the stereotype that childfree people have more disposable income exists, doesn't make it true. And even if it is, childfree Latinas y Latines might have the added burden of a scarcity mindset instilled upon us by our culture. Instead of generational wealth, we inherit generational trauma.
Did you know that less than 0.5% of Latines in the US have money in the stock market? That's not even a full percentage point, it's half of one. And that's by design.
Financial educator, Linda Garcia is on a mission to change that. She's convinced we can all be well on our way to becoming millionaires in the next 10 years if we start now. So what's her secret?
In her book Wealth Warrior: Eight Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market, Linda breaks down the barriers communities of colors routinely face and provides readers with the tools to get to the root of our money wounds so that brown people can bridge the wealth gap.
The book is a must-read if you've ever felt intimidated in white spaces. While yes, you will learn about buying stocks and how to build a portfolio, what's really at the heart of it is dismantling the idea that being rich, having money, and living without financial stress is not something you're allowed to have. Let's unlearn that toxic BS, mi gente!
Key takeaways from this episode:
- Learn what money wounds might be keeping you from seeing yourself as an investor
- What you need, in addition to financial literacy, in order to become wealthy
- Why YOU have a responsibility to acquire and grow wealth
Let's all become millionaires!
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Find Linda on Instagram as @Luz Warrior, and her community @InLuzWeTrust
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Nobody's Entitled to Become a Grandparent with Rosalba Fontanez
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10/11/22 • 30 min
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Ep #25 - Rosalba Fontanez has something she wants all parents of childfree people to hear: this is NOT about you, so stop putting a burden on your children to bear babies!
Let's back up because Rosalba herself is a mother. She's my mother, the maker of The Maker Muse herself. And she's just as tired as all us childfree folk are of having to defend the choice (or natural progression) to being childfree. So she has a lot to say on the subject, especially for people who expected their children to make them grandparents.
More about Rosalba:
As a hypnotherapist and shamanic healer for over 20 years, Rosalba helps people heal their own trauma (both new and generational) to lead healthier lives.
Find her online at:
- Instagram | Facebook
- Healing with Andean Medicine website
- Book a session and more services
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The Dangers of Calladita Se Ve Más Bonita with Pam Covarrubias
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04/04/23 • 43 min
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Ep #36 - Pam Covarrubias has bounced between the US and Mexico her entire life. As a business coach and host of the Cafe Con Pam podcast, she has learned to stand in her power and will explain on this episode exactly what that means and what it took to get there. She also explains how embodying 2 separate countries and cultures gives her the necessary experience to help her clients build successful and sustainable businesses.
In this episode, we deconstruct the common Spanish phrase "calladita se ve mas bonita," which translates into the idea that quiet little girls are more beautiful. That one little phrase has managed to pack in a heavy dose of misogyny and stripped people of their own voices. Because when people feel like their voices bear no weight and they lack confidence in themselves, they're so easy to control.
Controlling people, especially women, is what the patriarchy thrives on. And women like Pam and I are here to call bullshit on that belief and behavior and minimize its impact. As a childfree Latina, Pam points to how gender and societal norms (in both the US and Mexico) affect how she is perceived and how the bingos she hears give her real insight on to people's own projections of themselves.
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We also chat about coffee, dogs, and discuss whether or not moms are more productive than non-moms. Let me know if you agree or disagree with her assessment!
To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com.
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Don't Let Your Privilege Cloud Your Empathy with Isabel Firecracker
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08/30/22 • 50 min
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Ep #19 - Meet Isabel, a firebrand and bold Latina voice promoting the modern childfree lifestyle. This episode was recorded on the day that Roe v. Wade was overturned, and though Isabel is from Colombia, she explains how the reverberations of this landmark decision affect childfree people around the world, and especially in Latin America.
We didn't hide our frustrations during this conversation, and we also didn't shy away from delving into heavy topics like white supremacy, forced sterilization, and the dangers of pronatalism. But we also have hope for the impact that our own voices can have for other Latinas, and invite you to join this fight with us.
More about Isabel:
Isabel loves to create virtual and IRL activities that connect more childfree women from around the World. Whether co-hosting the Childfree Girls podcast or organizing trips with The Uprising Spark, Isabel is the childfree friend you always wanted but never knew you needed.
Isabel is a co-founder of Nunca Madre: a Spanish-speaking community for childfree people in Latin America and Spain focused on raising awareness about choice and helping those undecided about having kids.
A world traveler, avid kite surfer, and childfree intersectional feminist, Isabel offers safe spaces where other childfree women evolve and grow into the best versions of themselves.
DM me on Instagram if you have questions about this week’s episode. And if you would like to apply to be on the podcast, fill out this form.
For the full show notes and episode transcript, go to TheMakerMuse.co.
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Go Confidently with Julie DeLucca-Collins
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09/20/22 • 40 min
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Ep #22 - "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams" is the mantra that this week's guest, Julie DeLucca-Collins, used to finish El Camino de Santiago in 2016. And when she lost her job during the pandemic, she knew helping women develop their own belief system—their confidence—was her true calling. And so her agency Go Confidently Services was born.
But Julie is more than merely a badass CEO and podcaster. She is also a childfree woman of Puerto Rican and Salvadorean descent. But Julie's childfree story isn't quite what you would expect. In a unique twist, Julie's journey took a little detour that kind of led to an existential struggle. Here's how a business and life strategist coach deals with imposter syndrome, rejection, and the road to childfree-dom.
More about Julie:
Julie DeLucca-Collins is the Founder and CEO of Go Confidently Services and the host of the popular Casa DeConfidence Podcast®. As a Business and Life Strategist Coach, Julie helps women business owners launch or grow their businesses, get clients, be productive, and achieve their dreams. Julie helps her clients create simple habits to achieve goals and change lives. Julie is also the best-selling author of the newly released book Confident You (simple habits to live the life you've imagined).
Julie is a sought-after public speaker trainer and course creator. She is certified as a CBT Holistic Coach and Tiny Habits Certified. She is also certified as a Social Emotional Learning Facilitator and has completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification.
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For the full show notes and episode transcript, go to TheMakerMuse.co.
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The Loneliest Year: A Health Scare, a Lost Circle, and the Power of Rebuilding
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05/28/24 • 23 min
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Ep #64 - 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.
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Non-Mom May: Celebrating Otherhood by Building Community
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04/23/24 • 13 min
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Ep #61 - 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:
- Join the newsletter to get the daily prompts emailed to you each Sunday
- Follow Paulette on Instagram @PauletteErato and use the hashtag #NonMomMay to find your people
- Check out the exclusive offers from the non-mom community available all month long (emailed every Sunday too!)
- If you're a non-mom that would like to be profiled during the celebration, fill out the form at this link: https://forms.gle/GmkhyF2eruHuedwj6
To 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 LifeScriptTM, 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.
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The Media's Biased Gaze with Professor Evelyn Alsultany {Re-Release}
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12/10/24 • 41 min
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Ep #77 - In a media landscape that continues to demonstrate its selective empathy, the recent disparate coverage of two tragic and avoidable deaths starkly illustrates Professor Evelyn Alsultany's core argument about media representation. While extensive airtime has been devoted to the death of a white CEO, the death of Black Girl Disney's Dominique Brown has received far less attention—a painful reminder of how media systematically determines whose stories matter and whose lives are deemed worthy of collective mourning.
Media representation isn't just about entertainment—it's a powerful force that shapes our perceptions of marginalized communities. In this compelling re-released interview, Professor Alsultany dismantles the harmful stereotypes and narrow narratives that reduce complex human experiences to simplistic caricatures.
In her groundbreaking book, Broken: The Failed Promise of Muslim Inclusion, Professor Alsultany dissects the harmful “logics” that justify exclusion and inequality. She boldly challenges the idea that marginalized people should need to be a "good" version of themselves to be accepted.
As a Cuban-Iraqi American, a childfree Latina, and a leading expert on Arab and Muslim representation, Evelyn's work exposes how Hollywood and media narratives that legitimize exclusion and perpetuate harmful stereotypes. Through her research, we gain a better understanding of how our perceptions are shaped—and how we can push back against injustice.
This episode explores themes of identity, representation, and accountability in the wake of historical events currently unfolding in Arab and Muslim countries, and how our media is covering them. The professor invites us to step out of our comfort zones, confront the systems of oppression we live within, and listen to voices we too often ignore.
⚠️ Content note: This episode discusses terrorism, rape, school shootings, and genocide. Also the death toll in Palestine as of Dec 9, 2024 is now 42,000 people.
To get the full show notes, including Professor Alsultany's bio, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 77.
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No Kid Hungry: A Childfree Latina’s Mission for Podcasthon
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03/18/25 • 15 min
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Ep #84 - Why should a childfree Latina care about starving children? Because empathy is free! And if you're someone who pays attention, you know that a well-educated public is the foundation of a strong society. But here’s the hard truth: hungry kids struggle to learn.
We’re far from being the strong, well-educated society we could be, and that gap is costing us all more than we realize. Just look at what's going on in this country right now.
Here’s a heartbreaking stat: 14 million children in the U.S. woke up this morning without enough food to eat. Let that sink in. 14 million.
That’s why, as part of the global Podcasthon project highlighting worthy causes, this episode is shining a light on the incredible work No Kid Hungry is doing to fight child hunger across the country.
Want to make a difference? Here’s how you can help:
- Visit No Kid Hungry’s website for resources
- Donate to support their mission
- Volunteer your time and skills locally (mutual aid rocks!)
- Share resources (and this episode!) with your community
No one can design their best life on an empty stomach. Let’s help tomorrow’s adults build their vida más chévere by making sure they’re fed TODAY.
To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 84.
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Candid Childfree Chat with Latino Dad & Batman Expert Erik Fontanez
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03/26/24 • 37 min
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Ep #59 - 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 Podcast (https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-pck9c-1586dd8)
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/formemenotyou/
- Twitter/X https://twitter.com/formemenotyou/
- YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@formemenotyou
- TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@formemenotyou/
- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/formemenotyou
To get the full show notes, and an episode transcript, go to PauletteErato.com/shownotes. This is episode 59.
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How many episodes does La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas have?
La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas currently has 89 episodes available.
What topics does La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Podcasts, Childfree, Self-Improvement, Education, Relationships and Latina.
What is the most popular episode on La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas?
The episode title 'The Dangers of Calladita Se Ve Más Bonita with Pam Covarrubias' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas?
The average episode length on La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas is 25 minutes.
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Episodes of La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas are typically released every 14 days.
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The first episode of La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas was released on Mar 10, 2022.
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