Latina In America Podcast

In this season of Latina in America, Rosie welcomes a new chapter celebrating Latinas shaping the future in STEM, business, and culture. From scientists to entrepreneurs and artists, you will hear how curiosity opens doors, how identity creates opportunity, and how determination transforms barriers into stepping stones. This episode also highlights Hispanic Heritage Month with a special bilingual reflection in Spanish.

What do a curious child, a multilingual woman leading communications on a starship, and a Puerto Rican character going to college on TV have in common? For Dr. Aidyl Gonzalez-Serricchio, these moments opened the path from the South Bronx to a life in science. In this episode of Latina In America, we explore what’s possible when curiosity, representation, and determination come together. Dr. Gonzalez-Serricchio is a Puerto Rican scientist with a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from Caltech. She is an accomplished researcher, analog astronaut, STEM educator, and author whose journey has taken her from the South Bronx to space analog missions and research stations in the Arctic. She’s changing the world through education, community science, and storytelling.

Join us as we talk with Brenda Santellano, MD, a physician and clinical oncology researcher, about her journey in medicine, groundbreaking cancer research, and recent advancements in screening and diagnosis. Learn about her work in skin, colorectal, and gastrointestinal cancers, the technology shaping early detection, and what fuels her passion for patient care. Don't miss this insightful conversation!

A veces, compartir tu pasión puede sentirse raro al principio, pero con el tiempo se vuelve natural. En este episodio, disponible en ambos shows, Latina In America y Life 100 Podcast, hablamos sobre la magia de hacer lo que te apasiona sin preocuparte por la perfección. Anímate a dar el primer paso, solo por la satisfacción de hacerlo, sin preocuparte por los resultados inmediatos. ¡Vamos!

In this special episode, singer-songwriter Nia Padilla shares the heartfelt gift of music. As a grand finalist in an award-winning Spanish-language talent competition and a performer of the anthem during the 2024 World Series, Nia’s voice has inspired audiences far and wide. Beyond her musical achievements, she is deeply connected to her Mexican-American heritage and passionately supports Latin emerging music artists through her organization in Los Angeles, California. Tune in for an inspiring and inviting conversation, along with enchanting melodies that you’ll enjoy not just this season but all year long. Nia Padilla @niapadillamusic