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
259 episodes
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 ...
The $4.1T Latino Economy: What the Numbers Actually Say
Latinos are one of the biggest growth engines in the U.S. economy—and the numbers prove it. In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, host Crispin Valentin breaks down publicly available data that shows the scale of Lati...
A Feliz Navidad Premiere Night: Pablo De León (Fort Worth Community Special)
Hello, my people—welcome back to The Global Latin Factor .This is a special on-the-streets episode from Fort Worth's Historic Northside at Artes de la Rosa, covering the premiere of A Feliz Navidad: A Family's Journe...
De Cero a Mentor: Misael Díaz y la Fórmula para Romper Ciclos (Resiliencia + Liderazgo)
Misael comparte su historia desde La Romana y Santo Domingo (República Dominicana): crecer entre hambre, escasez y presión familiar, y cómo esas experiencias moldearon su mentalidad. Hablamos de romper ciclos, reprograma...
Why Real Tortillas Taste Different: Nixtamalization (Ancient Indigenous Food Technology)
ortillas aren’t just food — they’re Indigenous technology. 🌽🔥In this 13-minute episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, Crispin Valentin explains nixtamalization (how corn becomes masa) and why it changed tortillas, tamales, and nutritio...
State of the Podcast 2025: Small Team, Big Growth | Identity, Healing & Giving Back
State of the Podcast 2025—recorded on location at The Kava Bar Oakcliff (Dallas). In this short behind-the-scenes update, host Crispin Valentin shares how The Global Latin Factor Podcast has grown this year, what we’...
Adrianna Diaz: DFW Mariachi Vocalist + National Anthem Singer | Spain-to-Texas Story
Adrianna Diaz joins Crispin Valentin on The Global Latin Factor Podcast to share her journey as a DFW mariachi vocalist, Mexican-American singer, and U.S. National Anthem performer at high-energy events....
DJ Sólsis (Dallas/DFW): Latina Open-Format DJ + House Music Journey (DJ School, LLC)
DJ Sólsis is a Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) Latina DJ known for high-energy open-format sets with a love for house music, plus deep roots in cumbia, reggaetón, salsa, bachata, and merengue.In this epi...
