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The Global Latin Factor Podcast

Crispin Valentin

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

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14:22

Hispanic Chambers of Commerce Explained for Latino...

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2026/05/15

Send us Fan Mail 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 chambers of commerce work, what Hispanic chambers do, and how business owners can use them for networking, mentorship, business certifications, government contracts, advocacy, referrals, and long-term business growth. This episode is for Latino business ow...

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74:27

Latinos Help Built Hip Hop: The Untold History of the...

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2026/05/08

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, host Christine Valentine sits down with Claudia Tiffany Rodriguez, also known as Tiffany Folklore, for a powerful conversation on the real Latino roots of hip-hop. Together, they dive into the 4 elements of hip-hop—DJing, MCing, graffiti, and breaking—and unpack how Puerto Rican, Mexican American, and Latino pioneers have been part of the culture since its earliest days. From DJ Kool Herc, DJ Disco Wiz, DJ Charlie Ch...

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95:28

Gabriela Deantoni on Building Gdeantoni Social Co &...

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2026/05/01

Send us Fan Mail 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 this episode, Gabriela talks about starting with cheesecakes from home, growing through referrals, creating unique food experiences, and building a brand around presentation, details, and community. She also shares the story behind her networking even...

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21:14

The SWEET POTATO: The ANCIENT AMERICAN CROP That...

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2026/04/24

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, host Crispin Valentín tells the story of the sweet potato—an ancient crop from the Americas with deep roots in Indigenous agriculture, Caribbean language, Latin American food history, and global movement. This episode explores where the sweet potato came from, why it is different from the regular potato, and how its history reaches back thousands of years to the ancient Americas, especially Peru and South America. Crispin al...

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22:44

Dolores Huerta: The Untold Story Behind Sí Se Puede |...

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2026/04/16

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Global Latin Factor Podcast, we explore the powerful legacy of Dolores Huerta—civil rights icon, labor leader, organizer, and co-founder of the farm workers movement that helped change American history. From her early life in California to her role in the fight for farm worker rights, labor justice, and the story behind “Sí Se Puede,” this episode breaks down why Dolores Huerta remains one of the most important Latina leaders in U.S. history. We discuss...

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95:42

Christian Rocha: de la lucha al emprendimiento latino...

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2026/04/10

Send us Fan Mail 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, Dallas, el sacrificio de su familia y los retos personales que marcaron su camino. Christian comparte cómo sus raíces, la influencia de sus padres, su identidad mexicana, las etapas difíciles que vivió y las lecciones que aprendió con el tiempo l...

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27:22

The Untold History of Tamales | From Ancient...

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2026/04/03

Send us Fan Mail Tamales are more than a dish — they are a living record of history, culture, migration, ritual, and survival. In this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, we trace the story of tamales from their ancient Mesoamerican roots to their lasting presence across Mexico, Central America, the United States, the Mississippi Delta, and even the Philippines. We explore the Indigenous foundations of tamales, their place in Maya and Nahua traditions, their appearance in ...

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68:34

My Silver Linings Boutique | Supporting Latina...

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2026/03/27

Send us Fan Mail Bernadette of My Silver Linings Boutique joins The Global Latin Factor Podcast for a conversation about Mexican roots, entrepreneurship, education, artisan jewelry, women-owned businesses, and building something meaningful through hard seasons of life. In this episode, Bernadette shares what it was like growing up as a Mexican-American in Dallas with family roots in El Paso and Chihuahua, how her grandmother shaped her connection to Spanish and culture, and why education beca...

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91:26

Hilda La Tamalera: From Spiritual Healing to Tamales...

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2026/03/20

Send us Fan Mail 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 Mexican-American, the challenges she faced as a young mother, and how personal healing transformed the way she sees herself, her relationships, and her calling. She opens up about self-love, accountability, spirituality, forgiveness, and the practices that ...

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86:13

From Guatemala to U.S. Success | Immigrant Story,...

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2026/03/13

Send a text Isabel Cable: From Guatemala City to Fort Worth | Immigrant Story, Latino Leadership & Entrepreneurship Isabel Cable—Vice President of Member Services & Strategic Growth at the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FWHCC)—joins The Global Latin Factor to share an honest, powerful journey from Guatemala City to Texas. In this episode, Isabel opens up about what it really takes to start over as an immigrant: learning English under pressure, navigating rejection, rebuildin...

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92:05

De vender paletas a abrir +150 food trucks: la...

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2026/03/06

Send a text En este episodio en español, mi invitado es David Cázares (@SoyDavidCazaresCoach): asesor de food trucks, mentor, speaker y autor (3 libros publicados). Su historia es pura resiliencia: creció trabajando desde niño en un mercado en Oaxaca, emigró a EE.UU. a los 16, empezó vendiendo paletas, subió rápido en la industria restaurantera, vivió bancarrota y divorcio… y transformó todo eso en un propósito: ayudar a otras personas a abrir y hacer crecer su negocio. Hablamos de cómo una d...

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105:15

Dr. Angelina Ix-Ik’ Londoño: From Cancer Research to...

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2026/02/27

Send a text 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 of resilience: she grew up between cultures (“Made in Peru,” born in Honduras, raised in Chicago with Colombian parents), navigated dyslexia, earned her PhD, worked in cancer research, and later made a bold pivot into community wellness—especially for Spanish-speaking commun...

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16:22

Latinos Are a $4.1 TRILLION Powerhouse

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2026/02/20

Send a text Latinos are an economic powerhouse — and in this episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, host Crispin Valentin brings the receipts. Using publicly available data, we break down why Latinos are a major growth engine in the U.S. economy: U.S. Latino GDP ($4.1T in 2023), Latino consumption ($2.7T in 2023), workforce impact (19% of the U.S. civilian labor force / 31.8M in 2023), and Latino purchasing power ($4.1T). We also connect the dots on why major brands and sports leag...

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45:08

A Feliz Navidad Premiere Night: Pablo De León (Fort...

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2026/02/13

Send a text 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 Journey to Reconnection by Lúcido Films. You'll hear real conversations with: Pablo De León on grief, forgiveness, and turning a personal story into filmJulio César Cedillo on humanity over labels, cultural accuracy, and why our stories are universalCast, community leaders,...

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112:48

De Pasar Hambre a Mentor de Líderes: La Historia Real...

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2026/02/06

Send us a text En este episodio de The Global Latin Factor en Español, conversamos con Misael Díaz, mentor de líderes y formador de emprendedores, sobre liderazgo con propósito, resiliencia, perdón y crecimiento personal. Misael comparte su historia desde La Romana y Santo Domingo, República Dominicana, crecer con hambre y escasez, vivir bajo presión familiar, y cómo esas experiencias formaron su mentalidad. Hablamos de romper ciclos, reprogramación mental, sanar heridas del pasado y crear un...

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13:58

Why Real Tortillas Taste Different: Nixtamalization...

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2026/01/30

Send us a text 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 nutrition across Mexico and Central America. Comment: Did you know “nixtamalization” before this? What’s your favorite masa-based food? #Nixtamalization #Tortillas #Masa #LatinoCulture #foodscience Support the show Social Media: Facebook: ht...

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15:35

State of the Podcast 2025: Small Team, Big Growth |...

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2026/01/23

Send us a text 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’ve learned from highlighting Latino stories, and where we’re headed next. 📈 Year highlights: 90K+ YouTube views • 8.6K downloads • 600K impressions • +300 subscribers • TikTok: 5K followers / 70K likes. More than numbers, this episode breaks down the biggest themes

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53:02

Adrianna Diaz: DFW Mariachi Vocalist + National...

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2026/01/16

Send us a text Adrianna Diaz sits down with Crispin Valentin on The Global Latin Factor Podcast to share her journey as a DFW vocalist, Mexican-American singer, and mariachi performer—plus how she became known for singing the U.S. National Anthem at high-energy events. Raised in a military family, Adrianna was born near St. Louis, Missouri, spent early childhood in southern Spain, then moved to Dallas–Fort Worth before third grade. She picked up guitar around age 6–7, learned early that the s...

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69:18

DJ Sólsis (Dallas/DFW): Latina Open-Format DJ + House...

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2026/01/09

Send us a text 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 episode of The Global Latin Factor Podcast, host Crispin Valentin explores her journey from family dance culture and a first-generation upbringing to building a real DJ career. DJ Sólsis breaks down what it takes to improve fast—DJ training, learning phrasing and transitions, reading the ...

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70:59

Holistic Wellness in Dallas: Nancy (Serpent Says...

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2026/01/02

Send us a text Welcome to The Global Latin Factor Podcast—where we talk about Latino everything and spotlight the people building culture and community. In this episode, we sit down with Dallas yoga instructor Nancy (aka Serpent Says Yoga) to talk about her journey from El Paso, Texas, to teaching yoga in Dallas. Nancy shares how yoga became a tool for balance, self-trust, and personal growth—and why yoga is more than poses: it’s breath, mindset, and connection. We also talk about: ...

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