Best Salamanca Podcasts (2025)

1
Episode 489: Keeping Up With The Super Mamás, Quinceañeras and Moving to Oaxaca 39:11

2h ago39:11

39:11

We’re back this week for the first keeping up in a while now that Bricia is back from Oaxaca and there’s so much to catch up on! Paulina is getting ready for quinceañera season, and we get into how different hosting and invitation etiquette can be between cultures. We also dive into Bricia’s time in Oaxaca and what she learned for her next visit. W…

1
Episode 483: Giving Back to the Community with Community Services Unlimited 52:26

5h ago52:26

52:26

This week we are joined by Heather Fenney and Neelam Shamar, the co-directors of Community Services Unlimited. Heather has worked with or volunteered for CSU and has had a career in public policy at the state and national level. Neelam was one of the founding members of the Panther party in Britain and is a lifelong activist. Together, they have po…

1
Episode 483: Gabrielle Kaufman on Maternal Mental Health 49:44

10d ago49:44

49:44

This week we’re joined by Gabrielle Kaufman for a very important conversation on Maternal Mental health. It can be so easy to feel alone if you’re struggling as a new mom, but Gabrielle is here to remind you that help is available. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor, perinatal mental health specialist, and an educator. We cover warni…

1
Episode 485: Celebrating One Year of Motherhood for Our Little Sister Liz 53:11

22d ago53:11

53:11

We’re back this week to catch up with the honorary third Super Mamá, our little sister Liz. Liz has officially made it to the one-year mark as a mom, and we’re so proud of her. We reflect on Liz’s first year of parenting and how important self-care, growth, and community are when you become a mom. If you enjoyed this episode with Liz, let us know! …

1
Episode 485: Carina Luz Valladolid on Embracing the Power of Letting Go 1:08:19

28d ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Carina Luz Valladolid joins us this week for such an empowering episode. We explore how to find our identity outside of our role as mothers and how to let go of control to embrace change. Carina shares her own journey and how important it is to live authentically. Connecting with the divine and with our inner selves can be the key to living the lif…

1
Ep.11, Resistance To Identify (Danielle Centeno) 58:46

1M ago58:46

58:46

our life richer now / a friendly face sharing space / unwrap to find smiles // Our guest today is Danielle Centeno. She is a culinary professional, chocolate maker, dog parent, and my wife. Like all our guests, she is many other things, too. And we will dive into that now. Produced in Raleigh, NC; Host, Sam Pepple; Producer, Shay Stifelma…

1
Episode 484: Mónica Ramírez is Advocating for Migrant Women 48:21

1M ago48:21

48:21

Mónica Ramírez is a civil rights attorney, community organizer, and activist based in rural Ohio. Today, she shares her experience growing up in northwest Ohio in the farmworker community and how that impacted her decision to work to represent the rights of migrant workers, especially Latinas. Mónica is one of the founders of Poderistas and the fou…

1
Ep. 163. Wildwood Sanitarium in Salamanca, NY| Where the Healing Never Ended | Tour and Investigation 1:02:30

1M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

During my Hot Ghoul Summer trip through Upstate New York, I stopped by the eerie Wildwood Sanitarium in Salamanca—a former healing center turned haunted home. Once a place for holistic treatments, Wildwood’s history took a strange turn when its energy refused to fade with time. Locals say the patients never truly left… and as I found out, the house…

1
Episode 483: Catching up with Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca of DREAMer’s Roadmap 1:04:49

1M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca returns this week to catch us up on all the amazing work she has been doing at DREAMer’s Roadmap and beyond. Sarahi now has her master’s degree and continues to advocate for first generation and undocumented students. DREAMer’s roadmap helps connect first generation and undocumented students with the resources they need to…

1
Ep. 162 The Hindsdale House | The House That Wouldn’t Let Go | Paranormal Investigation 1:12:11

2M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

What started as a paranormal investigation turned into something far more personal…. In this epsiode, we uncover the emotional truth behind on of New York’s most haunted homes and realized that sometimes, the real connection isnt with what scares us…but what understands us.By Tammie Merheb-Chavez & Brice Mitchell Williams

1
Episode 482: Keeping Up With The Super Mamás, Staying Inspired and Living Intentionally 41:47

2M ago41:47

41:47

We’re back with another Keeping Up, and we dive into Paulina’s recent trip to Punta Cana, and what she realized when she got back! Spending a trip without a phone is scary, but Paulina shares that it helped her reframe her perspective on life. Now, she’s back and inspired to take charge and live intentionally. We encourage all of you to unplug! Whe…

1
Episode 481: Shaking Up Our Snow Globes with Kathy Cano-Murillo 49:39

2M ago49:39

49:39

By Paulina and Bricia Lopez

1
Ep. 161 A Haunting in Big Bear Lake, CA | The Captain’s Anchorage | Paranormal Investigation with Tawney Lewis 1:33:14

2M ago1:33:14

1:33:14

In this chilling episode of Hollyweird Paranormal, we head into the San Bernardino Mountains to investigate one of Big Bear’s most infamous landmarks, The Captain’s Anchorage. Since opening its doors in 1947, this rustic lodge-style restaurant has drawn in Hollywood stars, tourists, and locals alike… but its true legacy is haunted. Myself and paran…

1
Episode 480: Regina Merson’s Journey to Reina Rebelde 51:23

2M ago51:23

51:23

Today we sat down with Regina Merson to chat all about her journey from being a lawyer to creating the beauty brand Reina Rebelde. We also dive in to becoming a mom later in life and the generational differences we see in parenting. Regina created Reina Reblede to celebrate the Latina community our and self-expression. She is such a strong champion…

1
Episode 479: Oldie But Goodie, Tools for Supporting Our Child When They’re Sick 47:16

2M ago47:16

47:16

This week we’re bringing back an oldie but goodie with our friend Rita Bezzola. When we recorded this episode, Rita had just launched Piper and Enza. Piper and Enza helps families through kids' healthcare journeys with the power of storytelling. In this episode, we chatted all about how to help guide our kids through different healthcare experience…

1
Episode 478: Keeping Up with the Super Mamás, Managing Screen Time 49:44

2M ago49:44

49:44

From tea to screen time, we cover it all in this Keeping Up. We start off by talking all about our favorite, and least favorite, ways to get in some caffeine. Caffeine is something we manage our kids’ access to, and it’s a lot easier to control than their screen time. As our kids get older, it gets more and more complicated to find a balance with o…

1
Episode 477: Keeping Up with the Super Mamás, Is Y2K back? 36:40

3M ago36:40

36:40

We’re back with another Keeping up, and there’s so much to catch up on this week. Kids are back in school, and with that comes school projects. They helped us realize that this summer was a really great one despite what we thought. It’s all a matter of perspective. Bricia also got to go to a y2k themed party, and we want more of those please! What …

1
Discover Your Snapchat Planet with mysnapchatplanets.com 2:02

3M ago2:02

2:02

In this episode, Chris and Haynes dive into the Snapchat Solar System feature and explore how mysnapchatplanets.com helps you understand your place in your friends’ galaxy. From Mercury being your closest bond to Neptune being the farthest, they break it all down in a fun and easy way. Whether you’re a Snapchat Plus user or just curious about the t…

1
Getting Started: Your Guide to Endless Entertainment 1:44

3M ago1:44

1:44

Dive into your first episode where we explore the amazing gateway to apps and games offered by snaptroidhub.com. Learn how to easily and safely discover your new favorite apps, unlock exclusive features, and become part of a positive community that celebrates innovation and fun. Start your journey today…

1
Episode 476: Learning About the Refugee Children Center with Mayra Medina-Nuñez 44:07

3M ago44:07

44:07

Mayra Medina-Nuñez joins us this week to share all about the Refugee Children Center. Mayra is the executive director of the Center and was once an unaccompanied minor herself. Today, we learn about the legal and social services the Refugee Children Center Provides to children and families arrives at the US – Mexico border. Mayra is passionate abou…

1
Ep.10, Blind Spots (Jerry Stifelman) 52:37

3M ago52:37

52:37

a softer presence / glowing late into the night / big ideas abound // Our guest today is Jerry Stifelman. He is a professional creative in many arenas, whose main tool of expression is the written word. Like all our guests, he is many other things, too. And we will dive into that now. Produced in Raleigh, NC; Host, Sam Pepple; Producer, Shay Stifel…

1
Episode 475: Luisa Navarro and Mexico’s Day of the Dead 44:46

3M ago44:46

44:46

Luisa Navarro joins us this week as we get ready for the launch of her new book Mexico’s Day of the Dead. Luisa is the founder of Mexico in my pocket: a gift shop and travel club dedicated to providing access to artisan products and reshaping the narrative of Mexico in the United States. She is also a new mom! Today, we talk all about what inspired…

1
Episode 474: Keeping Up with the Super Mamás, Our Family Work Retreat 34:23

3M ago34:23

34:23

We’re back with our first keeping up after summer break! We decided to take some time and chat all about our family work retreat. We took all of our kids and stepped away as a family to spend time together as well as get some much-needed clarity for the businesses that we run together as siblings. This week definitely taught us a lot about the impo…

1
Summerween Spooky Bingo & Fundraiser with Bella LuGhostly & Hollyweird Paranormal! 5:15

4M ago5:15

5:15

Spooky Bingo for a good cause with Hollyweird Paranormal and the spooky spinster herself, Bella LuGhostly ! Most of the proceeds will be donated to CHIRLA ( Coalition of Humane Immigrant Rights in Los Angeles). For more information and where to get your tickets click her SPOOKY BINGOBy Tammie Merheb-Chavez & Brice Mitchell Williams

1
Episode 473: Representative Linda Garcia is Fighting For Our Democracy 59:09

4M ago59:09

59:09

This week we are joined by a long time friend of the show, Linda Garcia. Except this time, she comes to us as Representative Linda Garcia from Texas house District 107. Representative Garcia and her fellow democrats are currently fighting to stop intentional gerrymandering in the state of Texas. She joined us just a few days ago to share why she ha…

1
Episode 472: Oldie But Goodie, Education and Parent Involvement w Ana Lilia Sanchez 56:52

4M ago56:52

56:52

Our last rerun of the summer! We’ll be back next week with a brand-new episode, and we have so much to catch up on. For now, we’re bringing back one last oldie but goodie with Ana Lilia Sanchez. With back to school right around the corner, this episode has great tips on how to get involved in our children's educations. Ana Lilia covers everything f…

1
Episode 471: Oldie but Goodie, Julissa Arce: The Power of the Immigrant Dream 57:56

4M ago57:56

57:56

This week we decided to bring back an amazing episode with our friend Julissa Arce. Julissa is a political commentator, speaker, activist and author, and in this episode, she joined us alongside the release of her book Someone Like Me. Julilssa leads the fight for immigrant rights, social justice, and education equality. In this episode, we shared …

1
Episode 470: Oldie But Goodie, Professional Organizer Tanya Whitford 46:57

5M ago46:57

46:57

We’re back with another throwback, this time with Tanya Whitford. We got to talk with Tanya in 2017 all about being a professional organizer. She gave us great tips on how to organize and even incorporate our children into the process. Tanya loves making a difference in people's lives by helping them reorganize and transform their spaces. If you’ve…

1
Episode 469: Oldie But Goodie, Beauty, Skincare, and Motherhood with Sara Tan 56:28

5M ago56:28

56:28

As we continue with our summer reruns, we decided to bring back an oldie but goodie that was one of our favorite episodes we’ve done in the last year. In this episode, Sara Tan joined us to talk all things makeup, skincare, and parenting. Sara is the global beauty director for Refinery29 and the host of the podcast Gloss Angeles. We got into some g…

1
Episode 468: Oldie but Goodie, Bricia’s Birth Story 38:52

5M ago38:52

38:52

We’re back with another OG episode! This time: Bricia’s birth story. We’re throwing it back all the way to our third ever episode when Bricia told the story of Eddie’s birth. It’s been so fun looking back at where we started this podcast almost ten years ago! We were in such different places in our lives and have grown so much. We hope you’re all h…

1
Ep.9, God Is Not In Your Phone (Clarence Heyward) 53:24

5M ago53:24

53:24

a family force / gratitude for all of it / plain-spoken heart beats // Our guest today is Clarence Heyward. He is a father, artist, and avid coffee drinker. Like all our guests, he is many other things, too. And we will dive into that now. Produced in Raleigh, NC; Host, Sam Pepple; Producer, Shay Stifelman…

1
Ep.160 Windy City ParaFest Recap ! | Still haunted by a Chicago style hotdog 39:54

5M ago39:54

39:54

We came, we investigated, we conquered… and we are spilling the haunted tea about what went on in the Windy City ParaFest in Chicago, IL.By Tammie Merheb-Chavez & Brice Mitchell Williams

1
Forging Legends: The Power of Pale Ore in Hollow Knight 2:22

5M ago2:22

2:22

Dive deep into the mystical world of Hollow Knight as we uncover the secrets of Hollow Knight Pale Ore—the rare mineral that transforms the Knight’s Nail into a weapon worthy of Hallownest’s greatest challenges. This episode celebrates the thrill of discovery, the satisfaction of progression, and the game’s masterful design that rewards exploration…

1
Episode 467: Oldie But Goodie, Paulina’s Birth Story 45:47

5M ago45:47

45:47

This July, we’re taking some time off to rest and enjoy the summer with our families. We’re also so close to celebrating ten years of Super Mamás! While we take some time away and look back on the ten years we’ve been doing this podcast, we thought it would be fun to take a trip down memory lane with some of our best and earliest episodes! Today, w…

1
Episode 466: Cynthia Carrasco on Normalizing Divorce 53:07

5M ago53:07

53:07

Cynthia Carrasco joins us this week to share some of her own divorce experience, and what other women should know if they’re thinking about leaving their own marriage. Cynthia is a first-generation college and law school graduate and an attorney who has worked in juvenile defense, immigration, family law, and civil rights. She also has experience g…

1
Ep.8, For Two, Without You (Angela Salamanca) 55:28

6M ago55:28

55:28

with force and with grace / leading us some place sun drenched / and a place fun filled // Our guest today is Angela Salamanca. She is a mother, restauranteur, and community organizer. Like all our guests, she is many other things, too. And we will dive into that now. Produced in Raleigh, NC; Host, Sam Pepple; Producer, Shay Stifelman…

1
Episode 465: What Alex Soto Wants for Father’s Day 48:02

6M ago48:02

48:02

Alex Soto joins us as the newest Super Papá inductee to talk all about fatherhood. Alex is a first-generation entrepreneur and business owner who lives here in LA. He founded Pantone 294, El Lay Sports, runs a body shop, and is a dad on top of it all. Today, we talk all about his outlook on fatherhood, and how he is raising his daughters to be a gr…

1
Check On Your Friends 12:52

6M ago12:52

12:52

The situation in LA is changing day to day but we wanted to take a moment to share how we are feeling and what people can do to show their support to the communities fighting for their rights in Los Angels. None of us are okay right now, and that is okay. Call your friends, call your loved ones, do what you can to take action and make a difference.…

1
Ep. 159 Ghosts & Footlights: Haunted L.A. Theatres with Lighting Designer, Wes Chew 1:01:29

6M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

In this Hollyweird episode, we sit down with lighting designer, Wes Chew, to shine a spotlight on the paranormal side of Los Angeles theaters. From ghost lights that flicker without cause to cold spots backstage, Wes shares his firsthand encounters with the supernatural while working on some of L.A.’s most notoriously haunted stages. We dive into t…

1
Living the Language in Salamanca, Spain with Celeste Mancilla and Emma Hatfield 35:09

6M ago35:09

35:09

In this episode of Abroaden Your Horizons, we’re joined by Santa Clara University students Emma Hatfield, a Neuroscience major with Spanish and Biology minors, and Celeste Mancilla, a Political Science and Spanish double major with minors in Urban Education and Latin American Studies. We talk about their semester in Salamanca, Spain, and how choosi…

1
Elephants, Engineering, & Embracing the Unknown: Bangkok, Thailand with Huy Ngo 18:19

6M ago18:19

18:19

In this episode of Abroaden Your Horizons, we’re joined by Santa Clara University student Huy Ngo, a Computer Science and Engineering major with a minor in Real Estate, who studied abroad at Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand. From juggling a demanding STEM course load on campus to embracing a culture rooted in respect and mindfulness, Huy sha…

1
Creating an Earth Sandwich: Friendship From Across the Globe with Lindsey and Fernando 49:00

6M ago49:00

49:00

In this episode of Abroaden Your Horizons, we’re joined by Santa Clara University students Fernando Salvador Francisco, a Communication major with a focus in filmmaking and a minor in technical theater, and Lindsey Gebhardt, a Chemistry major. These two close friends studied abroad on opposite sides of the globe- literally- in Cork, Ireland, and Au…

1
Episode 464: Getting Ready for Summer Fridays with Patty Delgado of Hija De Tu Madre 39:07

6M ago39:07

39:07

Summer is officially here, and with that comes a special rebrand of our usual Fist Fridays! For June, July, and August, First Fridays are now Summer Fridays and they are coming in hot with some great collabs. Our first collab is with Hija De Tu Madre, and today we have the brand’s creator herself on the show. Patty Delgado is a self-taught designer…

1
Episode 463: Oldie But Goodie, Water Safety with Lisa Cook 53:07

6M ago53:07

53:07

We hope all the super mamás out there had a great Memorial Day weekend! We took some time off for the holiday, so we’re bringing back an oldie but a goodie this week. Lisa Cook of Kidswim joined us back in 2017 to talk all things water safety. With summer around the corner, this episode is a great way to make sure we’re all prepared for being in an…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Salamanca Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide