“Lo Que No Me Dijeron” meaning “What They Didn&#39;t Tell Me” is a weekly podcast for first-generation folks of all cultural backgrounds. Raised in Long Beach, CA with a dual bachelor&#39;s, Carina Suazo is a modern Latina who will be spilling the tea on topics ranging from family expectations, the taboo topic of sex, college life, profession, and more. Navigating life as a first-generation Latina is filled with trials and errors &amp; faking it till we make it. It’s time to shed some light on our experiences, the mistakes made, and lessons learned to build each other up.

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As first- second &amp; third generation individuals we often go with what we know rather than looking into alternative paths.

We Have Options!

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In this episode, I am sharing my decision to move out of the state to follow my partner and breaking the news to my old fashion/ traditional parents.

Cold Feet

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This first-generation Latina just closed on her first home! In this episode, I take you through the steps of the closing period.

Part 4: Its Closing Time

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Placing an offer on a home during the current seller&#39;s market may look different than usual. In this episode, I share my experience placing offers on homes and the knowledge I&#39;ve gained in regards to the components of an offer.

Part 3: Placing an Offer

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When you are looking at properties it can be easy to get lost in the beauty of a home. Take some time to set a budget so that you are aware of your financial limits.

Part 2: Sticking to the Budget

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The fear that comes with generational trauma can lead us to act cautiously. Our parent&#39;s journey is not our journey, We need to take the step forward and venture into our goals and dreams.

Part 1: My Home Journey

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For so long I pursued the idea of one specific type of career only to realize it was not for me in the middle of the pandemic. In this episode, I discuss the self-doubt I experienced and how I navigated those feelings into a new career role.

Pivoting Careers in the Middle of the Pandemic

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&#34;Machismo&#34; aka the ideals of masculinity impacts women too. Women are often expected to play idealized roles due to this concept.

Hold Up, Wait a Minute

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Sometimes growing up in a low-income household can lead us to think that we have to be in a constant state of competition with ourselves and those around us. We need to learn that there are enough resources and opportunities for all of us to become successful together.

Push me down & I"ll push you out.

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Coming from a traditional Latin household, it can be difficult trying to fit in with your American cultured friends while simultaneously respecting the values of your own cultural background.

Two Piercings & Skinny Jeans

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Moving out comes with freedom but also responsibility! In this episode, I share my experience moving out and what I wish I had known sooner.

My first step with this "Adulting" thing

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“Lo Que No Me Dijeron” meaning “What They Didn&#39;t Tell Me” is a weekly podcast for first-generation folks of all cultural backgrounds. Raised in Long Beach, CA with a dual bachelor&#39;s, Carina Suazo is a modern Latina who will be spilling the tea on topics ranging from family expectations, the taboo topic of sex, college life, profession, and more. Navigating life as a first-generation Latina is filled with trials and errors, fuck it &amp; faking it till we make it. It’s time to shed some light on our experiences, mistakes made, and lessons learned to build each other up.

Welcome to Lo Que No Me Dijeron

A First Gen Podcast with Carina Suazo

“Lo Que No Me Dijeron” meaning “What They Didn't Tell Me” is a weekly podcast for first-generation folks of all cultural backgrounds. Raised in Long Beach, CA with a dual bachelor's, Carina Suazo is a modern Latina who will be spilling the tea on topics ranging from family expectations, the taboo topic of sex, college life, profession, and more. Navigating life as a first-generation Latina is filled with trials and errors & faking it till we make it. It’s time to shed some light on our experiences, the mistakes made, and lessons learned to build each other up.