In this episode of Peruvians of USA , host Nathalie speaks with Amber Delgado, a cultural preservationist based in Chicago with Afro-Peruvian and African American roots. Born and raised in North Carolina, Amber shares how her upbringing shaped her passion for preserving cultural resources and amplifying the stories of historically underrepresented communities. They dive into what it means to navigate mixed heritage in both the U.S. and Peru, the importance of family history, and how parents can ...
Jun 17, 2025•56 min•Ep. 125
In this episode of Peruvians of USA , host Nathalie sits down with Kat Carbajal, an expert in international relations and a passionate advocate for gender equality, social justice, and immigrant rights. Kat shares her personal journey of moving back to Peru from the U.S. at the age of 12, navigating cultural identity, and finding her voice in activism. Together, they discuss the emotional impact of the film Encanto , the challenges of feminism in Peru, systemic racism in education, and the recen...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 128
In this episode of Peruvians of USA, host Nathalie sits down with Lidia, founder of Poderosa Coding, to discuss her inspiring transition from education to tech. While Lidia is not Peruvian, her journey is one that our community can learn from—especially when it comes to career pivots, job searching, and overcoming challenges like layoffs. Lidia shares how she discovered coding, enrolled in a bootcamp during the pandemic, and landed her first job in tech. But the journey didn’t stop there—she als...
Feb 19, 2025•53 min•Ep. 123
Love knows no borders, but it definitely comes with surprises! In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Peruvians of USA , host Nathalie sits down with her husband, Marcus, for a heartfelt conversation about their journey—from dating to marriage and everything in between. Together, they reflect on: 🌎 Navigating cultural differences in their relationship 🛫 Traveling to Peru and embracing Peruvian traditions 🗣 The challenges (and laughs) of learning Spanish & Spanglish moments 👨👩👧👦...
Feb 14, 2025•42 min•Ep. 122
In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, Nathalie shares her raw and honest birth story, from the first signs of labor to the miraculous moment she welcomed her daughter into the world. Join Nathalie as she opens up about the fears, challenges, and triumphs she faced during her journey through childbirth. From navigating hospital interventions to leaning on the unwavering support of her husband and doula, Nathalie’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, self-trust, and the incre...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 121
En este episodio de Peruvians of USA , Nathalie conversa con Carlos Rua, un profesional peruano que trabaja en Amazon. Carlos comparte su inspiradora historia de cómo se mudó de Perú a los Estados Unidos para seguir una educación superior y una carrera en tecnología. Después de enfrentar un estancamiento profesional en Perú, Carlos decidió dar un paso audaz al prepararse para el GMAT y obtener un MBA en la Universidad de Virginia. En esta charla, aborda los desafíos culturales, la importancia de...
Feb 05, 2025•54 min•Ep. 120
In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we sit down with Yajaira Morales , founder of Pura Tierra Inka Blends , to uncover her inspiring journey from veterinary technician to entrepreneur. 🌟 Yajaira shares how her Peruvian heritage and a dream during the pandemic guided her to create a line of natural self-care products rooted in tradition and innovation. 🇵🇪✨ 🎧 What to expect in this episode: 🌿 How Yajaira transformed a dream into a thriving business 🧼 The story behind culturally significant...
Jan 22, 2025•34 min•Ep. 119
What if embracing your cultural roots could lead to deeper healing and personal growth? In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we dive into the transformative story of Joanna Minero—Jojo—a licensed clinical social worker and proud Peruvian from Chiclayo. Jojo’s journey from navigating two worlds to founding Condor Center is a testament to the power of resilience, cultural pride, and innovation in mental health. What’s in it for you? 👉 Cultural Insight : Discover how Jojo bridges her Peruvian her...
Jan 08, 2025•40 min•Ep. 118
In this episode of Peruvians of USA , Nathalie sits down with Nico Vera, a Peruvian journalist and chef based in Portland, Oregon. 🇵🇪 Nico takes us through his inspiring journey from growing up in La Oroya, Peru, to becoming a celebrated food writer and vegan chef in the U.S. 🌟 What You'll Hear: Nico’s childhood immersed in Peruvian culture and his accidental first taste of Pisco Sour. 🍹 How an injury and his future wife inspired his transition to veganism. 🌱 The art of adapting traditional...
Dec 18, 2024•58 min•Ep. 117
In this episode of the Peruvians of USA podcast, host Nathalie sits down with Daniel Flores, also known as "Trumpet Papi," to explore his incredible journey as a Peruvian immigrant, talented musician, and rising social media star. Daniel shares how music became his lifeline after immigrating to the U.S. at age five, helping him navigate cultural challenges and connect with his Peruvian heritage. From his early days in the school band to his rise as a social media phenomenon, Daniel's story is a ...
Dec 04, 2024•39 min•Ep. 116
In this episode of Peruvians of the USA, we sit down with Sandro Estefano Navarro, a New York-based Peruvian community leader. Sandro shares his journey from Piura, Peru, to the United States at the age of 15, navigating the challenges of adapting to a new culture, language, and environment. He reflects on his experiences in high school, joining the U.S. Army, and his military training and deployment to Afghanistan. Sandro has since become a key advocate for the Peruvian community in New York, o...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 115
Únete a nosotros en este episodio completo mientras Nicolás García, de Health Insurance Couple, comparte su viaje desde Perú a los Estados Unidos y su transición de carrera hacia la industria del seguro de salud. Profundizamos en las complejidades del seguro de salud en los EE. UU., desde entender términos clave como copagos, coseguro y deducibles, hasta elegir el plan de salud adecuado para trabajadores independientes, dueños de pequeños negocios y empleados. Aprende sobre los impactos de la Le...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 114
In this episode of Peruvians of USA , Chef Carmen shares her inspiring journey from Peru to the United States. Now a nutrition educator and founder of Healthy con Gusto , Carmen discusses how she blends her culinary heritage with modern health needs. From raising bilingual children to adapting Peruvian cuisine for dietary restrictions, Carmen offers valuable insights into maintaining cultural pride while promoting health and wellness. Tune in to learn about gluten-free Peruvian dishes, the impor...
Oct 23, 2024•50 min•Season 6Ep. 113
En este episodio de Peruvians of USA , la anfitriona Nathalie conversa con Américo Mendoza Mori , un distinguido investigador y profesor peruano en la Universidad de Harvard . Juntos exploran el camino de Américo como inmigrante peruano en EE.UU. y su misión de revitalizar el idioma quechua y reconectar con las raíces indígenas de Perú. Américo comparte sus reflexiones sobre las complejidades de la identidad peruana, abordando los estigmas relacionados con los orígenes provinciales e indígenas, ...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 6Ep. 112
En este episodio de Peruvians of USA , Giuseppe Lanzone, cofundador del negocio de comida Peruvian Brothers , comparte su viaje desde Perú a Estados Unidos, sus logros deportivos en remo y la creación y crecimiento de su negocio de food trucks y restaurantes peruanos en Washington, D.C. Giuseppe habla sobre los desafíos enfrentados durante la pandemia, sus esfuerzos para apoyar a la comunidad local y sus planes futuros, destacando la importancia de preservar y promover la cultura y cocina peruan...
Sep 25, 2024•41 min•Season 6Ep. 111
In this episode of Peruvians of USA , we sit down with Chris Corinthian, also known as “TheFinLitGuy,” to explore his inspiring journey from Georgia to becoming a leading advocate for financial literacy. Chris shares valuable insights into navigating the college financial landscape, including how to secure scholarships, tips for new graduates to achieve financial independence, and essential personal finance strategies. Whether you're a student preparing for college or a graduate facing student l...
Sep 18, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 110
In this episode, Cynthia Paniagua, a renowned dancer and choreographer, shares her journey of representing her Peruvian and Puerto Rican heritage through dance. She discusses her involvement in the documentary Soy Andina , her motivations behind applying for the Fulbright grant, and the creation of her Dance Your Ancestors program, which reconnects Peruvians in the diaspora with their roots through dance. Cynthia is also recognized for her work in the movie In the Heights , created by Lin-Manuel...
Sep 11, 2024•54 min•Season 6Ep. 109
In this episode of Peruvians of USA, host Nathalie interviews Elias Burrell, the founder of Allpa Foods, a Peruvian-inspired food brand featuring products like coffee, quinoa, and maca powder. Elias shares his story of blending his Peruvian and Paraguayan heritage, his entrepreneurial journey, and the importance of self-care while balancing a full-time career in supply chain. The episode also highlights his family's influence and his advice on starting small in business. Tune in for insights on ...
Sep 04, 2024•33 min•Season 6Ep. 108
Diego Corzo is a Forbes-featured millennial real estate entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and TEDx speaker . Diego was born in Lima, Peru and moved to the United States with his family when he was 9 years old, undocumented. Diego embraced adversity and overcame many obstacles as an undocumented immigrant in the U.S. Diego graduated top 1% from Florida State University with two bachelor's degrees in less than four years. DACA allowed him to start working in corporate America as a software develop...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 107
In this special episode of "Friends of Peruvians of USA", Nathalie chats with Maribel Francisco. Maribel is the daughter of Mexican indigenous immigrants, and she is an immigrant money coach and speaker. Maribel has worked with the immigrant community for over 10 years as a certified income tax preparer. She has been featured in The New York Times and has appeared on the Immigrant Investor Show. Maribel Francisco knows what it’s like to be first: the first in her family to attend university, the...
Apr 17, 2024•53 min•Ep. 106
In this conversation, Nathalie and Cindy discuss how our Latinx community can overcome debt and achieve financial freedom. We discuss Cindy's book " Overcoming Debt, Achieving Financial Freedom: 8 Pillars to Build Wealth ," where she shares her story of going from a negative six-figure net worth to a positive six-figure net worth. Get the book here! Support Local Bookstores via Bookshop Amazon Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez is the Founder of Zero-Based Budget , where she offers personal finance ...
Apr 10, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Andrea was born in Lima, Peru, and came to the US at a young age. Right out of college, her starting salary was $22,000/year. This ignited her personal finance journey - out of necessity. After 18 months, she managed to save $8,000. Andrea has gone through many stages in her money journey - from saving aggressively and struggling with overspending to eventually learning how to invest & make her money work for her. In 2019, she started a financial education company, Building Gen Wealth, to sh...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 104
Natalia Sylvester is the award-winning author of several novels for adults and young adults. CHASING THE SUN was named the Best Debut Book of 2014 by Latinidad and EVERYONE KNOWS YOU GO HOME won an International Latino Book Award and the 2018 Jesse H. Jones Award for Best Work of Fiction from the Texas Institute of Letters. Natalia's debut YA novel, RUNNING, was a 2020 Junior Library Guild Selection and a 2021 Rise: A Feminist Book Project List selection. Her most recent YA novel, BREATHE AND CO...
Mar 27, 2024•47 min
Kat Carbajal Mezarina works for an International Cooperation in Peru and is currently developing projects on education and gender equality in different provinces. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and is internationally certified as an ESL Teacher by Cambridge University. She has been an ambassador for The World Literacy Foundation and has a publication on US immigration policy and humanitarian impact. She has also worked in an NGO in the United States that provides legal ...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 99
Maricé Morales's parents are immigrants from Peru. She lived in Peru from age 12 to 17, when she returned to the United States to attend college. She graduated from George Mason University with a bachelor's degree in Global Affairs and French and a master's degree in public policy. She received a juris doctorate from the University of Maryland School of Law and received a public service award from the law school. During this time, she was involved in legal work extended from the Public Defender’...
Mar 13, 2024•58 min
Melissa Rivero is the author of The Affairs of the Falcóns, which won the 2019 New American Voices Award and a 2020 International Latino Book Award. The book was also longlisted for the PEN/Hemingway Debut Novel Prize, the Aspen Words Literary Prize, and the Center for Fiction’s First Novel Prize. Born in Lima, Peru, and raised in Brooklyn, she is a graduate of NYU and Brooklyn Law School. Melissa currently works as in-house legal counsel at a startup. She still lives in Brooklyn with her family...
Mar 06, 2024•39 min•Ep. 100
Yuki Nakandakari, simply known as Yuki, is a Peruvian chef from Washington DC considered by many as a natural powerhouse of creativity. Yuki, of Japanese ancestry, was born in Peru and grew up between Lima and Arequipa. He started his professional career in Tokyo, Japan, where he lived for 3 years in the early ’90s, absorbing old-school oriental techniques from the various places he worked at. He won the Professional Of The Year Award of 2016 by the Hispanic Maryland Chamber of Commerce and the ...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 99
Elena is an Andean adoptee from Peru. Her family is from Puno, Peru, though she was born and adopted from Lima. Elena was adopted during the Fujimori regime right after Alan Garcia was out of office. Finding community has been a long journey. Reconnecting with her biological family has given Elena a sense of connection back to Peru. Elena is raising an Afro-Indigenous daughter whom she adores. Her daughter is the reason Elena loves her people and community that much harder. Elena wants her daugh...
Feb 21, 2024•54 min•Ep. 98
In this bonus episode, Nathalie interviews her husband, Marcus, shortly after their first anniversary. It was the perfect opportunity to discuss how they have navigated cultural differences in their interracial relationship. Mentioned in this episode: Marcus' gym in Northern Virginia is hosting a Spanish-language CrossFit class to celebrate #hispanicheritagemonth. It's free! So come learn the basic concepts/movements led by a Peruvian CrossFit coach, Victor. To sign up, go to this link . Natha...
Feb 14, 2024•39 min
Hillmer Reyes Murillo, creció en Ancash y hizo parte de la secundaria en Lima y luego emigró a Hartford, Connecticut, EEUU, donde terminó sus estudios secundarios. Estuvo 17 años en Estados Unidos para luego regresar a radicar en el Perú en 2005. Hillmer tiene maestría en ingeniería electrónica por Cornell University, maestría en administración pública por Harvard University y bachiller en física por Amherst College. Actualmente, Hillmer viene liderando Platia.app una startup que está desarrolla...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 3 min
