The Werk Mija Podcast is a place for mujeres motivated to cultivate the life they deserve. We are amplifying Latina voices and sharing their entrepreneurial and professional journeys. The Werk Mija podcast is hosted by Xochitl Carmona. She is the founder of Werk Mija, an apparel and accessories brand for Latinas who unapologetically celebrate their cultura through empowering & relatable messages. Tune in as we create a space for Latina leaders. Also, follow Xochitl‘s personal journey as she navigates the reality and obstacles of being a business owner.
Episodes
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Today I am joined by Maria Rodriguez. Maria is the heart and soul behind Freedomlei State of Mind. She triumphs as a disabled woman, breaking barriers and shining a light on inclusivity in the business world.
She proudly embraces her ancestral roots and Native American heritage in every aspect of her business. With a deep connection to nature and a passion for holistic healing, Maria curates a stunning array of artisanal products, from handcrafted soaps to spiritual smudge sticks, herbal teas and self-care products. Through collaboration with other talented local artisans, she brings together a community of like-minded creators, promoting sustainable practices and empowering self-care journeys for all.
Tune in to learn more about Maria's journey!
Follow Freedomlei State of Mind:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomleistateofmind/
Website: https://www.freedomlei.com/
Shop Freedomlei State of Mind at the Berwyn Shops until Dec. 24th, 2023
6931 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402
Follow Werk Mija:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/
TikTok: @werkmija
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija
Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Today I am joined by Jennyfer Delgado. Jennyfer is the founder of Artesanias La Luna, an artisanal boutique on a mission to share our stories. Growing up Jennyfer struggled to connect with her roots. As a former DACA recipient, she wanted to encourage her community "que si se puede". Artesanias La Luna was created to keep our culture alive through Mexican art. Jennyfer wants to inspire people in her community while creating safe spaces to grow.
Tune in to learn more about Jennyfer's journey!
Follow Artesanias La Luna:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artesaniaslaluna/
Website: https://artesaniaslaluna.com/
Register for Latina Talks event (Aug. 6, 2023): Eventbrite Ticket HERE
Bien Chillin' Podcast: Listen on Spotify
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TikTok: @werkmija
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija
Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
Thursday Jul 13, 2023
Today I am joined by Chynna Monforte (she/they) is a queer, first-generation Mexican-Guatemalan artist and designer born in Alaska, and raised in occupied Tongva land Los Angeles.
As founder of Monforte Studio, Chynna, brings years of experience in the arts and custom website builds since 2017. Prior to founding Monforte Studio, Chynna worked in the arts education sector with museums such as Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and The Getty, and non-profits like Self Help Graphics and ArtworxLA.
Today, Chynna is a revolutionary in the design space. Working with badass entrepreneurs across multiple categories, Chynna helps bring dreams and legacies to life through their design. Their relentless commitment to change is what fuels Monforte Studio’s mission. And their gentle, empathetic nature is what makes collaborating with Monforte Studio an experience unlike any other.
Tune in to learn more about Chynna's journey!
Follow Monforte Studios:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monfortestudio/
Website: https://monforte.studio/
Follow Werk Mija:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/
TikTok: @werkmija
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija
Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Today I am joined by Melissa Barrios. Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Reiki Practitioner but you can also call her a feminist, Bruja, advocate, hype girl, and nonjudgmental listener.
Melissa is also the owner of Wicked Wick Candles which she started in 2020 and introduced Healing Without Limits in 2021. Her intention with Healing Without Limits is to offer a safe space for folks to tap into their power and Ancestral Medicine to support them on their journey. Her goal is to empower, support, listen, and advocate for the people she works with so they can overcome the challenges they're facing, find their voice, trust their gut, and unlock their authentic selves.
I am excited to have her on the podcast today especially since it is Mental Health awareness month. Tune in to learn more about Melissa's journey!
Follow Melissa:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapy.with.melissa/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wicked.wick.candles/
Website: https://meetmonarch.com/therapist/melissa-barrios-licensed-clinical-social-worker-chicago-il
Follow Werk Mija:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/
TikTok: @werkmija
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija
Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Today I am joined by Ann Dunning, the Co-founder along with Christina Kelmon of Vamigas Botanicals. Vamigas is a Latina-owned, vegan, cruelty-free wellness brand at Target created from Latin American botanicals from Chile, Peru, Mexico and more. Their mission is to create a space for Latinas in clean beauty and wellness, and educate everyone about the cultural context and power of Latin American botanicals. Tune in to learn more about the journey of creating Vamigas! Follow Vamigas: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vamigasbotanicals/ TikTok: @vamigas Website: https://www.vamigas.com/ Follow Werk Mija: TikTok: @werkmija Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija Website: https://www.werkmija.com Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Today I am joined byTiffany Woodman. Tiffany is CEO and founder of Canna Bella Lux, a luxury women’s cannabis brand. A proud Puerto Rican/Italian serial entrepreneur, she strives towards inclusivity and equity in the cannabis industry and believes that cannabis should fit into your lifestyle, not you into the cannabis lifestyle.
Tune in to learn more about Tiffany's entrepreneurial journey!
Follow Canna Bella Lux:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannabellalux/
Website: https://www.cannabellalux.com/
Follow Werk Mija:
TikTok: @werkmija
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija
Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Welcome to a solo episode with me, Xochitl Carmona, the host of the Werk Mija podcast and owner of Werk Mija apparel & accessories for Latinas who unapologetically celebrate their culture through empowering and relatable messages. My last solo podcast episode was September 2022 (episode 38) and I wanted to share along the entrepreneurial journey updates and how we have navigated so far after year 2 celebrations. Let's talk how we have invested in ourself and the business to push forward new growth and new opportunities. My talent for social media marketing has allowed me to launch and build this business, but I also wanted to highlight how other Jefas on the podcast have used their strengths and creative skillset to launch and grow their business. So much has happened in Q1 when it is usually my silent time to plan, but all that hard work is coming together to bring forward new opportunities. Tune in for the chisme & behind the scenes of the journey of this Latina owned business! Follow Werk Mija: TikTok: @werkmija Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija Website: https://www.werkmija.com Shop Werk Mija In-Person at the Berwyn Shops (May 5th-December 24th every Fri, Sat & Sun): 6931 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402 Shop Wholesale (For Brick & Mortar Stores): https://werkmija.com/pages/wholesale-inquiry Shop Corporate Gifting: https://werkmija.com/pages/corporate-gifting-events Order Custom Bulk Orders: https://werkmija.com/pages/custom-bulk-orders Inquiries Email us at: info@werkmija.com Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Today I am joined by Paulette Piñero. Paulette is an award-winning social entrepreneur, Latina business coach, writer, and speaker dedicated to closing the opportunity gap for Latinas and Women of Color.
Through her company Unstoppable Latina LLC, Paulette guides Latina entrepreneurs to harness their strengths, amplify their voice, and live their purpose so they become unstoppable CEOs of their small business. Using an equity and justice-focused approach, her business and marketing consulting services strive to create a world where entrepreneurship is diverse, purpose-driven, and joyful.
Tune in to learn more about Paulette's journey!
Follow Unstoppable Latina:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unstoppable_latina/
Website: https://www.unstoppablelatina.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulettepinero/
Follow Werk Mija:
TikTok: @werkmija
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija
Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
I am joined by Naibe Reynoso. Naibe Reynoso is a Mexican-American Multi-Emmy award-winning journalist and mom based in Los Angeles California. Throughout her journalism career, she has worked and contributed to various regional, national and international networks.In 2018 she created Con Todo Press, a publishing company that creates books to amplify the voices of underrepresented communities. Her first children's book, “Be Bold, Be Brave: 11 Latinas who made U.S. History,” was an Amazon#1 best seller, and highlights 11 women who excelled in medicine, science, sports, the arts, journalism and politics. It was also awarded best nonfiction picture book in the 2020 International Latino Book Awards, was a 2020 Moon BeamGold winner for best multicultural non-fiction book, and was listed on the Tejas Star Reading 2021-2022 list. Her books have been included in recommended kid’s books that promote diversity and inclusion and they have been featured on the Washington Post, Forbes, BuzzFeed, Library School Journal And more. Tune in to learn more about Naibe's journey! Follow Con Todo Press: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/contodopress/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConTodoPress Shop Con Todo Press: https://www.contodopress.com/ Follow Werk Mija: TikTok: @werkmija Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija Website: https://www.werkmija.com
Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
I am joined by Michelle Barrionuevo-Mazzini. Michelle is a first-generation Latina from San Francisco and the Creative founder of Casita Michi, a brand that celebrates cultura through empowering and sustainable candles. With the lack of representation in the home fragrance space, she set out to create a product that would empower her comunidad to be seen and feel seen. Casita Michi candles provide a sense of worth, the nostalgia of home and the feeling that you belong. Valuing women empowerment, self-love, social good and viewing self care as an absolute necessity versus a luxury. Tune in to learn more about Michelle's journey! Follow Michelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casitamichi/ Shop Casita Michi: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CasitaMichi Shop at Macys: https://www.macys.com/shop/unique-gifts-by-story/unique-gifts-for-the-home/Brand/Casita%20Michi?id=40219 Follow Werk Mija on Social Media TikTok: @werkmija Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werkmija/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/werkmija Website: https://www.werkmija.com Buy Me Cafecito (CLICK HERE): Allow me to continue creating content for our comunidad. Your contribution will allow The Werk Mija Podcast to invest in equipment for production and allow us to hire support to help us continue creating content and a safe space in media for Latinas.