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Ep. 22 – "I'm OK With Saying My Dreams" (w/ Natalia Perez)

This week we're joined by on-air personality Natalia Perez. You may be familiar with Natalia's voice after hearing her on Big Boy's Neighborhood on iHeart Radio's Real 92.3 or if you're ever at an L.A. Dodgers game, you may see her doing her thing as an in-game host. In this episode, Natalia talks about her come-up in radio, how professing her dreams changed the course of her career, and reminds us all that no ones journey is the same – and that's all good!

Follow Natalia: On IG: @heynatalia, Twitter: @natalia11

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Ep. 21 – Learning to Connect to Your Womb (w/ Anabel Vizcarra)

For this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Womb Shaman and Body Wisdom Educator, Anabel Vizcarra. Anabel enlightens us on the disconnect women have experienced from our bodies, resulting in a loss of living to our fullest potential and in our complete power. On the show she offers some ways us women can learn to reconnect with our wombs and birth creative projects we've longed for. Plus, she gets real about mercury retrograde and gives us all some practical tips on how we can harness the power of this often frustrating time. 

Follow Anabel: @anabel.vizcarra (IG)

Follow the pod: @waitholduppod | @yarel_ramos | @heyjessmolina

Email us! waitholduppodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 20 – Stop Asking Women When They're Getting Married

As two women in our late 20s, early 30s who are not married and have no kids - we're constantly fielding questions about our marital status and when we're planning to start a family. It's frustrating that our worth is constantly being determined by, as Tracee Ellis Ross put it, our "marriage and carriage counts." In this episode we keep it real about our love lives, careers, our hopes and fears, and ultimately, why people need to back off in putting pressure on women to get hitched and have kids.

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Ep.19 – #WomenStandUp (collab w/ Tamarindo Podcast!)

It's Women's History Month and although we like to celebrate the amazing strength and determination of women every damn day – this week we're taking a special moment to look at female empowerment and discuss actionable ways we can all make sure our feminism isn't just lip service. Along with Brenda and Melinna, the talented women of Tamarindo Podcast, we talk about why it's so hard for women to uplift one another and then offer some tips on how you can offer support and encouragement to the wonderful ladies in your life. And make sure to check out their funny and informative podcast. 

Follow Tamarindo: @TamarindoPodcast | @MelinnaBobadilla | @BrendaRicards

Follow Wait, Hold Up: @WaitHoldUpPod | @yarel_ramos | @heyjessmolina

Complete Interview with Oscar López Rivera

Episode 17 with Oscar López Rivera had an error and cut off around the 15 minute mark. This is the full and complete interview. We apologize for the error. Hope you enjoy!

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For today’s episode Jessica had the honor to speak with Oscar López Rivera. Oscar is a Puerto Rican nationalist who is the longest held Puerto Rican political prisoner having served over 35 years. In 2016, President Obama commuted his sentence. 

In this talk you’ll hear about his hope for PR in the wake of hurricane Maria, how people in the Puerto Rican diaspora can help, if he harbors any anger for spending 35 plus years in prison and how he hopes history will remember him.

Ep. 18 - "Faith Is Sometimes All We Have, But It's Always All We Need" (with Julissa Calderon)

Today we're talking with the fabulous Julissa Calderon. Julissa is a Dominican writer and actor bringing her comedic flair to Buzzfeed’s Latin channel, Pero Like. She's passionate about Afro-Latino representation and challenging Latino stereotypes. Through her art, Julissa is committed to bringing the Afro-Latino community to the forefront and opening doors that were never meant to be closed. It's impossible to listen to Julissa and not be infected with her optimism. This conversation will inspire you to quit waiting for the perfect opportunity to pursue your dream because (spoiler alert!) there's never a perfect time. 

Follow Julissa: IG: @lajulissa ; Twitter: @la_julissa

Follow the pod: @waitholduppod | @yarel_ramos | @heyjessmolina

Ep. 17 – "For Those Who Struggle, Victory Is Their Reward" (with Oscar López Rivera)

For today’s episode Jessica had the honor to speak with Oscar López Rivera. Oscar is a Puerto Rican nationalist who is the longest held Puerto Rican political prisoner having served over 35 years. In 2016, President Obama commuted his sentence. 

In this talk you’ll hear about his hope for PR in the wake of hurricane Maria, how people in the Puerto Rican diaspora can help, if he harbors any anger for spending 35 plus years in prison and how he hopes history will remember him.

Follow the pod: @waitholduppod | @heyjessmolina | @yarel_ramos

Ep. 16 – Let's Talk About 'Latinx' (with Daniel Hernandez)

Beautiful people! On this episode we're joined by the talented journalist and author Daniel Hernandez. Daniel has worked for outlets like Vice, The Los Angeles Times, LA Weekly, and is the current editor of L.A. Taco. Back in December of 2017, Daniel wrote an op-ed for the LA Times called "The Case Against Latinx" and the backlash soon followed. In this episode we get into what prompted Daniel to write that piece, his feelings about the response he received, and how we can continue to have civil discourse (even when we disagree). 

Follow Daniel: @LongDriveSouth

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Ep. 15 – "Know Your Worth" (Negotiating for More Money)

Ellen Pompeo recently got a BIG pay day and will be making $20 million per year on Grey's Anatomy, but overall women in Hollywood are still get screwed out of equal pay. And if it's bad for them, we know it's bad for the rest of us. On this episode, Jess and Yarel hash out the struggles of asking for what you're worth and we get tips from salary negotiator Alana Peralta, who lets us know the three things everyone should do before heading into a pay negotiation. 

Follow the hosts & the pod: @waitholduppod | @yarel_ramos | @heyjessmolina

Ep. 14 – "My Success Is Finding Love With My Family Again" (with Carlos Amaro)

This week we are talking to fashion stylist, hairstylist, and MUA, Carlos Amaro. At a young age Carlos faced countless obstacles: his mother was addicted to drugs, leaving him to move out on his own at 13 and fend for himself. But his story is one of a true conquerer. Hear how he's combined ambition, grit, and talent to create a name for himself in the beauty and fashion world in Hollywood. 

Follow Carlos: @carlos_amaro

Follow the pod & the hosts: @waitholduppod | @yarel_ramos | @heyjessmolina