I am Mantuana with Patricia Manley
I am Mantuana was created to give women a space where they can listen stories and lessons learnt that can inspire them to grow and become the person they want to be.Practical tips and wisdom with no filter coming from the heart always with humour and a Latina drama twist that will make you laugh and smile while feeling that you are listening your BFF over a coffee (or wine). Your host Patricia Manley is an immigrant, a neurodiverse mum, a woman in Tech, an international speaker and healthy living evangelist that has been learning through real life experience about diversity, resilience, motherhood, mind set and wellness.Always true to her roots she and her guests will share with you and how to take risk and grasp any opportunity to establish yourself as a real modern-day Mantuana
Episodes
96 episodes
Episode 96 - Breaking free from being invisible: My Story
Today's episode is one that's close to my heart because it's about something I've struggled with – feeling invisible. I want to share my journey with you, from doubting myself to finally realizing that I deserve recognition. Let's talk about ho...
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Episode 96
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Episode 95 - From Corporate to Business Success: How I Balanced Work, Business, and Family as an Immigrant Entrepreneur with Payal Shah
In today's episode, titled "From Corporate to Business Success," we explore the journey of our guest Payal Shah as she shares her insights, challenges, and triumphs as an immigrant entrepreneur navigating the complexities of building busi...
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Episode 95
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Episode 94 - Style and Confidence: Unlocking Success Through Your Wardrobe with Ximena Coskuner
In today's episode, we're delving into how understanding our personal style can profoundly impact our confidence and self-esteem. Joining us is Ximena Coskuner, a personal stylist and the owner of Ara accessories for women. Together, we'l...
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Episode 94
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Episode 93 - How to get fulfillment, flow and creativity in life with Margarita Giles-Martinez
A very enlightening episode of I am Mantuana, where we delve into the art of living with purpose and passion. Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the realms of fulfillment, flow, and creativity alongside the esteemed life co...
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Episode 93
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Episode 92 - Failing Forward: Embracing Mistakes on the Entrepreneurial Journey with Juliana Perdomo
Join us as we embark on a conversation with Juliana Perdomo about Embracing Mistakes on the Entrepreneurial Journey. You will get so much inspiration by listening how many times we need to fail to find the right path for us.Episode Hi...
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Episode 92
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Episode 91 - Thriving living abroad after leaving a toxic relationship Behind with Andrea Lugo
Welcome back, dear listeners, to another captivating episode. Today, we embark on a journey of resilience, courage, and transformation. Prepare to be inspired as we explore the remarkable tale where one woman's decision to break free from toxic...
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Episode 91
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Episode 90 - Unlocking the Doors to a Fulfilling Healthcare Career in the UK with Leslie Vasquez
With this episode we explored the ins and outs of pursuing a healthcare career in the UK, especially for professionals coming from different countries. In today's episode, we have a special guest who is deeply involved in mentoring programs aim...
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Episode 90
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49:03
Episode 89 - Surrogacy and the happiness of being a mum with Melissa Narvaez
Welcome to another episode of I am Mantuana, where we delve into the diverse experiences of motherhood. Today's episode is particularly special as we explore the topic of surrogacy – a journey filled with both challenges and joys. Our guest tod...
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Episode 89
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50:51
Episode 88 - Artisans of Change: Empowering Indigenous Communities Through Fashion with Erika Alvarez
In this episode, we dive into the captivating journey of our guest, Erika Alvarez, as she share their remarkable transition from selling items in local flea markets to championing and promoting Mexican textiles crafted by indigenous communities...
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Episode 88
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55:42
Episode 87 - Navigating Teen Neurodiversity: My Journey so far
In today's episode we explore the evolving experiences and fears of a mother with a neurodiverse son entering his teenage years. Here some of the highlightsPersonal Journey:Patricia shares her personal journey a...
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Episode 87
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30:05
Episode 86 - Navigating New Horizons: Juggling Motherhood, Career, and Culture in the UK with Laura Arguello
In this insightful episode, we embark on a journey with two remarkable immigrant mothers who share their experiences of navigating the complex terrain of raising children, pursuing careers, and preserving their cultural identities in the UK. Ou...
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Episode 86
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48:58
Episode 85 - 12 things that no one told me in 2023 that transformed my life
Today's episode is the last one of Season 3 but also this episode marks another year in my life (it's my birthday) and looking back I wanted to delve into the 12 invaluable lessons I learned throughout 2023. Each month brought its own set...
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Episode 85
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Episode 84 - Breaking Boundaries: Navigating Career Crossroads with Confidence
On this episode Patricia talked about breaking boundaries and navigating pivotal moments in life when change is essential, particularly in the realms of career and entrepreneurship.Recognizing the Need for Change: Patricia explore...
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Episode 84
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35:16
Episode 83 - Navigating the emotional journey of IVF with Wendy Griffith
In this episode, we delve into the deeply personal and emotionally challenging journey of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) through the lens of an immigrant woman. Our guest Wendy Griffith shares her firsthand experience, shedding light on unique ch...
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Episode 83
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48:53
Episode 82 - The secret to kicking off burnout and how to sustaining for the rest of your life with Laura Saavedra
In today's episode, we're tackling a topic that many of us can relate to: burnout. We'll explore the subtle signs, the challenges in recognizing them, and most importantly, the actionable tips to kick burnout to the curb and create a balanced, ...
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Episode 82
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50:13
Episode 81 - Learning to slow down and recalculate priorities with Ros Stifano
In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of our professional and personal lives, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from what truly matters. In this insightful episode, we dive deep int...
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Episode 81
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45:22
Episode 80 - Turning Rejection into Reflection: What Job Interviews Reveal About Us
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the emotional rollercoaster of job interviews, exploring what happens when rejection becomes a constant companion in our quest for the perfect job.Taking you on a journey of self-discovery, discu...
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Episode 81
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35:38
Episode 79 - Taking control of your finance with The Latina Budget Jessenia Trujillo
We have a special episode that's all about taking control of your own finances, especially for Latina women living abroad. We'll be diving deep into the journey of going from having no prior financial management experience to confidently making...
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Episode 79
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40:08
Episode 78 - Understanding Human Design: Navigating Your Inner Blueprint with Djeneba Kante-Lafoy
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of Human Design, a powerful tool for self-discovery and understanding the people around you.In this episode, we start by demystifying the concept of Human Design and DJ provides ...
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Episode 78
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38:08
Episode 77 - Breaking Through: Recognizing and Overcoming Feeling Stuck in Life and Career
In this episode we delve deep into the all-too-common experience of feeling stuck in our career. It's a sensation that many of us have encountered at some point, and it can be incredibly challenging to recognize and overcome. But fear not! I've...
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Episode 77
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Episode 76 - Do we need a role model? Inspiration or Imitation with Dr. Patricia Gestoso
During this month some countries celebrate the Hispanic Heritage Month a good excuse to highlight the amazing hispanic community that exists in those country. But one of the things that we can heard when looking for our community when we live a...
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Episode 76
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37:34
Episode 75 - Building a community that connect with Geraldine Pomato
One of the things that we miss the most when we are living in another country is the sense of belonging to something, the sense of community that we lost when we move from our home country and this is what Geraldine Pomato felt when she moved a...
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Episode 75
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Episode 74 - Why it took so long to be back
And Patricia is back with her Podcast I am Mantuana! In this episode she talks about the struggles she was facing last year with producing her podcast and other areas of her life and why she had to take a break (a long one) to find herself agai...
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Episode 74
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Episode 73 - When you make the decision
Have you ever wondered what leads people to make a life-changing decision? Well, I do! And I think it is important to know why because it will help us understand what needs to happen in our brains to put our decisions into action.Each d...
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Episode 72
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Episode 72 - How to create your personal brand at work with Betty Encinales
OMG! A personal brand is the best thing you can do to position yourself as an authority in your industry. And if you haven't heard of it, you may be living under a rock.A personal brand is about how you promote yourself, your skills, an...
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Episode 72
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