Wine & Chisme
The Wine & Chisme is where meaningful conversations flow as freely as the wine. Host Jessica Yañez creates an intimate space for professionals, artists, and changemakers from communities of color to share their unfiltered stories of career, love, and transformation.
Each week, guests "spill the wine" through authentic chisme (Spanish for gossip) on their own terms—challenging narratives about whose voices deserve to be heard.
More than a podcast, it's a celebration of untold stories that builds bridges and creates lasting change.
Grab a glass and join the conversation every Wednesday. #WineAndChismeWednesday
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End of the Year Girl Talk with Maureen Locus
Let the girl talk commence! My good friend Maureen and I share our peaks and valleys of 2021 and have some good old fashion girl talk.
75 min
202
Flailing with Purpose with Francesca Smith
Francesca shares how Casa Brixe came to life (during the pandemic no less) and how she is striving to share the beauty of Mexican home decor and uplift the women from Mexico who weave the beautiful rugs she imports.
62 min
203
Fashion, Trendsetting and Not Feeling Enough wi...
Sisters, Mabel and Alejandra discuss their move from Mexico to Dallas as young children, their constant feelings of not being "enough" and their individual journeys that led them to start Cadena Collective together.
67 min
204
The Unexpected Journey into Immigration Law wit...
Pedro and I discuss his upbringing in Texas, going to a private school where he was one the the few Latinos. We also chat about his journey into law and how immigration wasn't his intended focus but now can't see himself doing anything else.
53 min
205
The Systematic Erasure of Mexican History with ...
Profesora Marissa Lopez shares her journey in her Latinidad as well as the erasure of Mexican history in the United States and the impact of indigenous Mexicans have had specifically in California.
74 min
206
Girls, Curls and Chisme with Leysa Carrillo
Leysa and Jessica have a candid conversation about their identities and how it was tied to their curly hair. They chat about the lack of diversity within the hair industry growing up and how different their families talked about their hair taught them how to view themselves and impacted their confidence.
51 min
207
Watts, NYC and Navigating Education in the Time...
Leticia and I chat about her upbringing in Watts, CA, moving to NYC and becoming and educator. She also talks about parenting in the times of COVID and how parents can put some systems in place now to help their children transition back to school.
62 min
208
The Power of Words with Liz Hernandez
Liz Hernandez talks about her childhood in Riverside, CA and how she went from an intern at a San Diego radio station to morning radio personality on Big Boy in the Morning, one of LA's most popular morning shows and eventually into television and her own company, Wordaful.
57 min
209
From Crossing the Border to CEO with Yazmin Cas...
Yazmin discusses her story which was shaped by the path created through the many sacrifices of my grandparents and mother. From crossing the border daily to go to school to becoming the CEO of her own company and working with Mexican Artisans to bring their creations to the U.S.
54 min
210
Raising Your Voice as an Introvert with Kristin...
Kristen and I discuss how Latinas can use own their voice through podcasting and putting ourselves out there, not staying small, etc. We also discuss how introverts are well-suited for podcasting.
52 min
211
Let's Stop the Gatekeeping with Jessica Yañez
This week I let a few things off my chest... including the recent gatekeeping of the Latiné community by our own community.
22 min
212
Food, Love and Life with Araceli Vazquez
In this episode, Araceli spills the chisme on some very personal topics including her unique journey from model to private chef. How she ended an abusive relationship and how it helped her to become stronger than ever and where she sees her future in food and open to changing careers if the universe leads her elsewhere.
49 min
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Protecting Your brand with Taylor Tieman
Taylor shares her journey into representing female-owned and BOPIC businesses so they can protect themselves and their brand. We also discuss my journey with Taylor and trademarking The Wine & Chisme Podcast.
62 min
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Curating Her Own Path with Maria Brito
Maria shares her journey of family trauma, going to Harvard law School directly from Venezuela and completely turning her back on her law career after seven years to pursue her dreams in the art world.
68 min
215
Bringing Multicultural & Diverse Books to Child...
Stephanie and I bond over our second generation upbringing and she shares her journey from helping Seniors improve their quality of life to opening an online book store focusing on stories of children of all colors and ethnicities with her husband.
54 min
216
Entrepreneurship: A Non-Linear Journey with Rac...
Rachel discusses her non-linear journey into entrepreneurship and her newest venture - MyCajita...the first subscription box of México which supports artisans and boutique vendors.
51 min
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Self-Care & Empowerment with Sarita Buer
Sarita share her journey from being adopted as a toddler from El Salvador to discovering what true self-care is and now sharing her journey to empower other women from communities of color.
50 min
218
#SOSCuba with Mari Daniela
Mari Daniela discusses the current state of Cuba and helps dispels common misunderstandings.
60 min
219
The Importance of Clean Skincare with Anna Cabo
Anna Cabo shares her journey into creating a clean skincare line and how autoimmune disease, her abuela and mom were vital in its development.
70 min
220
Owning Your Sexuality with Lucia Gabriela
Lucia Gabriela discusses how being fully present in your sexuality and fully loving yourself can completely transform your sexuality and sex life. *This episode contains sexual and mature content and is not suitable for young ears
65 min
221
Aldina Vineyards with Francisco & Monica Lopez
The final virtual wine tasting from November 2020 features Aldina Vineyards. We brought Napa to the doors of several people across the nation as we hosted virtual wine tastings for the Mexican American Vintners Association (MAVA). This episode features brother and sister owners Francisco & Monica Lopez.
35 min
222
Llamas Family Wines with Oscar & Lola Llamas
In November 2020, we brought Napa to the doors of several people across the nation as we hosted virtual wine tastings for the Mexican American Vintners Association (MAVA). This episode features Oscar and Lola Llamas, the owners of Llamas Family Wines.
54 min
223
Herencia Del Valle Wines with Guillermo and Ang...
In November 2020, we brought Napa to the doors of several people across the nation as we hosted virtual wine tastings for the Mexican American Vintners Association (MAVA). This episode features Guillermo and Angelica Herrera of Herencia del Valle Wines.
54 min
224
The Honrama Cellars Story with Juan and Miriam ...
Juan and Miriam Puentes share the story of how Honrama Cellars was founded as we sip on their 2017 Pinot Noir during a virtual wine tasting of November 2020.
60 min
225
Bully Proof with Dali Rivera
Dali shares the work she does with schools, parents and organizations to identify if children are bullies or being bullied and the tools to help parents work through those behaviors with their children.
77 min