The Global Latin Factor Podcast
The Global Latin Factor Podcast celebrates Latino culture, identity, and the global impact of our community.
Through conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, leaders, and changemakers, we share real stories about heritage, immigrant journeys, business, community, and the experiences shaping Latino life today. Each episode highlights the voices, values, and contributions that continue to move our culture forward.
Our mission is to honor our roots, amplify Latino voices, and create a space where stories from our community are heard, respected, and celebrated.
Follow and join us for conversations that inspire pride, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the power of the Latino experience.
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Episodes
266 episodes
Mexico's 36 UNESCO World Heritage Sites — More Than Any Country in the Americas
Mexico has 36 UNESCO World Heritage Sites — more than any other country in the Americas. In this solo episode of The Global Latino Factor Podcast, host Crispin Valentin explains what UNESCO World Heritage status actually means, why one Mexican ...
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De Vender Gelatinas en la Calle a Recorrer EE.UU. en RV: La Historia de Julio The Foodio
A los 11 años, Julio cruzó la frontera sin papeles con su familia. Hoy es el creador detrás de Julio de Foodio, recorre Estados Unidos en su RV y ayudó a intentar salvar el restaurante de su mamá cuando las ventas cayeron de $85,000 a $18,000 a...
From an $80 Brand Deal to Coca-Cola and the World Cup
Before Coca-Cola and the FIFA World Cup, Paloma Díaz Rivas was crying through her first call center shift. In this episode, the Mexican content creator shares how an $80 first brand deal, a viral Shein haul video, and business books her dad pai...
The First World Cup Champion Spoke Spanish | The Latino History of Fútbol
The first World Cup champion in history spoke Spanish — Uruguay, 1930. The Latino history of fútbol, from Aztec stone courts to the Estadio Azteca.Ask most people who won the very first World Cup and they'll say Brazil, Italy, or England...
La Catrina Mexican Shop Owner on Immigration and Business
What does it take to turn a candy stand in a nearly empty mall into a full Mexican gift shop with a loyal following? Giovana, owner of La Catrina Mexican Shop, walks through exactly how she did it — and the identity questions she had to work th...
De limpiar casas y vender salsas a construir alianzas entre México y EE. UU. La historia de resiliencia y reinvención de Mayela García, de Chihuahua a Fort Worth
De limpiar casas y vender salsas y tortas… a construir alianzas de negocio y abrir puertas para los nuestros. Esta es la historia de Mayela García. 🇲🇽💧De Chihuahua a Fort Worth, Mayela nos abre su vida sin filtros: su niñez, el banco don...
Carnaval de Barranquilla in Dallas: Inside the World's #2 Carnival
The Carnaval de Barranquilla is the second-largest carnival on the planet, and it's alive and dancing in Dallas, Texas. In this special on-location episode, host Crispin Valentine takes you inside Carnaval de Barranquilla Dallas to experience t...
From Dishwasher to Award-Winning Tacos: The Los Guapos Story with Angel
Angel didn't grow up dreaming about a restaurant. He studied programming and computers back home in Monterrey, Mexico — but the kitchen had been calling his whole life without him noticing. On this episode of The Global Latin Factor, we sit dow...
The Untold History of Rice & Beans: Indigenous Roots, African Knowledge & Latino Identity
Rice and beans isn't just a side dish — it's one of the most powerful cultural staples in Latino and Caribbean life. In this solo episode, Christine traces the real history behind the plate: how indigenous communities cultivated beans in the Am...
De Bogotá a Dallas: Laura Mejía Construye TO.GATHER, una Empresa de Experiencias Artísticas para Familias Latinas | The Global Latin Factor
¿Qué pasa cuando llegas a un país sin papeles, sin familia cerca, con un hijo pequeño y un sueño que no puedes explicar con palabras? Laura Mejía lo vivió — y lo convirtió en To.Gather.En este episodio de The Global Lighting Factor en Es...
The Global Latin Factor Podcast | Carnaval de Barranquilla en Dallas, Texas 🎉🇨🇴
What happens when the #2 biggest carnival in the world lands in North Texas? We went live from the Carnaval de Barranquilla in Dallas to find out.In this bilingual (English/Spanish) episode, we hit the floor talking to vendors, performer...
Ep.255 | She Knew at 13 & Built It Anyway | Jenny of Pasteles Y Más
Jenny is the founder of Pasteles Y Más, makes custom cakes in DFW specializing in elevated Mexican-American-inspired desserts. Host Crispin Valentin sits down with Jenny to unpack her full journey — from Mexico City to Los Angeles, culture shoc...
Ep. 254 | De Michoacán a empresaria en EE.UU.: LLC, impuestos, salsa macha y resiliencia — Noemí Moreno
Noemí Moreno llegó a Estados Unidos desde Morelia, Michoacán, con un inglés oxidado, una hija con necesidades especiales y la determinación de comenzar de cero. Hoy es fundadora de la Cámara de Comercio Hispana de Lewisville y creadora de Brava...
Ep. 253 | Hispanic Chambers of Commerce Explained for Latino Entrepreneurs
Hispanic chambers of commerce can be valuable resources for Latino entrepreneurs, small business owners, and minority-owned businesses in the United States.In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we explain how chamber...
Ep. 252 | Latinos Help Built Hip Hop: The Untold History of the 4 Elements of Hip Hop
In this special episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, host Crispin Valentin sits down with Claudia Tiffany Rodriguez, also known as Tiffany Folklore, for a powerful conversation on the Latino roots of hip-hop.<...
Ep. 251 | Gabriela Deantoni on Building Gdeantoni Social Co & DFW Event Experiences
Gabriela Deantoni joins The Global Latin Factor Podcast to share how she built Gdeantoni Social Co, a DFW event experience business known for interactive social bars, catering carts, workshops, and creative event experiences.In th...
Ep. 250 | The Sweet Potato Mystery: How It Reached Polynesia Before Europe
Sweet Potato History: How It Reached Polynesia Before Europe The Hidden History of the Sweet Potato How the Sweet Potato Traveled From the Americas to Polynesia The Sweet Potato: Indigenous Roots, Global Jour...
Ep. 249 | Dolores Huerta: The Real Story Behind Sí Se Puede and the United Farm Workers
In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we break down the real story of Dolores Huerta — the labor leader, civil rights icon, and co-founder of the farmworker movement that became the United Farm Workers. Most p...
Christian Rocha: de la lucha al emprendimiento latino | resiliencia, negocios y propósito
En este episodio de Global Latin Factor Podcast en Español, conversamos con Christian Rocha, estratega de marketing, emprendedor y líder comunitario en Dallas–Fort Worth, sobre su historia de vida, su crianza en Pleasant Grove,...
History of Tamales: Ancient Origins, Indigenous Roots & Global Reach
Tamales are more than food — they are one of the deepest living cultural traditions in the Americas.In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, Crispin Valentin traces the history of tamales from ancient Mesoamerica to Mex...
Latina Entrepreneurship, Artisan Jewelry & Healing | My Silver Linings Boutique
In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we speak with the founder of My Silver Linings Boutique, a women-owned artisan jewelry brand rooted in culture, resilience, and purpose. She shares her journey from growing up Me...
Hilda La Tamalera: From Spiritual Healing to Tamales and Latina Tradition
In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, Chris sits down with Hilda “La Tamalera” for a powerful conversation about identity, healing, tradition, and purpose. Hilda shares her journey growing up as a proud M...
From Guatemala to U.S. Success | Immigrant Story, Latino Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Isabel Cable: From Guatemala City to Fort Worth | Immigrant Story, Latino Leadership & EntrepreneurshipIsabel Cable—Vice President of Member Services & Strategic Growth at the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Comme...
De vender paletas a guiar a más de 150 food trucks | David Cázares
En este episodio de The Global Latin Factor Podcast en Español, converso con David Cázares, asesor de food trucks, autor y mentor de negocios que ha ayudado a más de 150 emprendedores a lanzar sus food trucks en Estados Uni...
Dr. Angelina Ix-Ik’ Londoño: From Cancer Research to COMMUNITY Wellness ( BURNOUT Recovery, Health Equity)
Welcome back to The Global Latin Factor Podcast—where we talk Latino everything.Today’s guest is Dr. Angelina Ix-Ik’ Londoño (PhD, NBC-HWC), founder of Ix-Ik Health & Wellness. Her story is the definition ...
