Basic Brown Nerds

In this episode of the Build with Joy podcast, Joy Valerie Carrera shares her transformative experiences from a week spent at a Zen Buddhist monastery. She reflects on the importance of mindfulness, the power of community, and the need for social justice, particularly in relation to immigration issues. Through personal anecdotes and insights gained during meditation and walking practices, Joy emphasizes the significance of taking small steps towards change and the importance of sharing burdens with others. She invites listeners to dare to dream and take action in their own lives, planting seeds for a better future.If you are looking for a space to dream and someone to walk along side you join us in the Dare to Dream Workshop!a 60-minute guided visualization workshop to help you dream with intention and align with your next chapter. It’s $25 to join — save your spot here.If you wan to work with Joy here is how:One-on-One CoachingI have four coaching spots open for this fall. We’ll work together to navigate you

Episode SummaryIn this episode of "Builds with Joy," host Joy Valerie Carrera delves into the concept of trusting your personal timeline. Through personal anecdotes and coaching insights, Joy explores how reframing past experiences and embracing life's "side quests" can lead to a more fulfilling and joyful journey. Tune in to discover how to align your life with your true desires and values.Join Joy Valerie Carrera as she shares her personal journey of self-discovery and growth. In this episode, Joy discusses:The importance of trusting your timeline and embracing where you are in life. How to reframe past experiences as valuable lessons. The concept of "side quests" and how they contribute to your main journey. Personal stories of triumphs and setbacks that shaped her path.Key Takeaways:Trust your unique timeline and embrace your journey. Reframe past experiences to gain valuable insights. Align your life with your true desires and values.Connect with Joy:• Book a 1:1 clarity session (⁠Book Here⁠) • Join a c

Episode SummaryYou ever feel like your brain is screaming “what if it all goes wrong?!” every time you think about trying something new? Same. In this episode, I’m getting honest about my own fears of being seen, how trauma shaped that, and what I do when I feel stuck between wanting more and fearing what might happen if I actually go for it.Spoiler: Your brain is a meaning-making machine. And we can work with it instead of letting it run the show.This one is for you if you're teetering on the edge of a big (or small) decision, craving change, but feeling paralyzed by the what ifs.✨ Why your brain hates uncertainty — and how it tries to “protect” you✨ How worst-case scenario planning can be your superpower✨ The magic of imagining a best-case (or even neutral) outcome✨ What it means to follow that tiny whisper in your heart✨ Real talk: why I’m leaning into scary things like launching this podcast and maybe even going to Europe

Hello Again friends & builders, It's been a while since I launched this podcast and a lot has happened since this internet journey in my personal life and in the world at large. I'm rebranding the podcast to Build with Joy and have since launched my business and life coaching working quietly behind the scenes. In this episode, I give a recap of what you can expect moving forward... it's gonna be MESSY AF but we're moving forward. As well as a reframe about what LIFE you want to live and how to start looking at your work in a way that aligns with your work and values towards the LIFE you want. I'd love to hear your thoughts and on social media so tag me. And sign up for my FREE LIVE MINDFUL AF PRODUCTIVITY WORKSHOP here https://learn.buildwithjoy.co/workshop If you're looking for a life & business coach that puts you and your brain first to partner with you on your journey book a complimentary no strings attached 30-minute coaching call here https://calendly.com/buildwithjo

Utz Threads has beautiful textiles and handwoven products created by  Mayan ancestral techniques of the basic use of thread done by indigenous women in the highlands of Guatemala.  Utz Threads works directly with these women to offer high-customer quality and also offer their good-paying opportunities. You can watch the full interview on YouTube here  Newsletter with resources in your inbox & ways to work with me Https://buildwithjoy.co/start-here You can tag me on all social media and follow along day today https://instagram.com/buildwithjoy.co Https://twitter.com/buildwithjoy Https://tiktok.com/@buildwithjoy and watch interviews on youtube at https://youtube.com/buildwithjoy And feel free to email me at hello@buildwithjoy.co

All for Ramon breaks barriers of the fashion industry - first starting with the fact that this small business is soaked in the idea of diversity. The small fashion business was created by Diana Ibarra and her sister - being the first generation of Mexican-Americans in Los Angeles, California.  The family has been working with textiles and the process of dying clothing now for over 30 years. This gives us the idea that the process comes way back from the lands of the Aztec experts. Diana talks to us about the inspiration of All for Ramon, after her brother Ramon was diagnosed with cancer.  Website: allforramon.com     Instagram: @allforramon You can watch the full interview on YouTube here  Newsletter with resources in your inbox & ways to work with me Https://buildwithjoy.co/start-here You can tag me on all social media and follow along day today https://instagram.com/buildwithjoy.co Https://twitter.com/buildwithjoy Https://tiktok.com/@buildwithjoy and watch interviews

I’m sharing about me and you can expect to build with joy - aka me to help you build your life and business with more joy! We will also learn from entrepreneurs at all stages of their businesses in different fields and areas to expose you to what is possible. Whether you are thinking about starting a business, a seasoned founder, or just started - we are here to share the journey in social entrepreneurship. It goes beyond just making money, and building businesses it's about people at the end of the day, and … yes helping all of us Build with Joy. I hope you enjoy this first episode and stick around. Please follow along, share with your friends, and leave a review. Newsletter with resources in your inbox & ways to work with me Https://buildwithjoy.co/start-here You can tag me on all social media and follow along day today https://instagram.com/buildwithjoy.co Https://twitter.com/buildwithjoy Https://tiktok.com/@buildwithjoy and watch interviews on youtube at https://youtube.com/buildwithjoy Love what you'

Hi! I'm your host Joy Valerie Carrera and Welcome to Build with Joy Podcast where we learn how to build better by leveraging technology, systems, and learning from amazing builders who are here to share their ups and downs with us. You can follow along on this journey on all socials by finding @BuildwithJoy on Twitter and TikTok and BuildwithJoy.co on Instagram and on the blog. You're also welcome to join our bootcamps, VIP one on ones, and subscribe to the weekly newsletter with resources for you to build better buildwithjoy.co/newsletter

Today we are talking about Generational Wealth and Investing with Delano Saporu CEO of New Street Advisors Group and certified financial advisor. We are talking about MONEY as a tool! How to tackle debt, how to make a money plan, and how to start investing in yourself LONG term and overcome your fear of MONEY!. This episode is made possible thanks to our Sponsor Snowball Wealth Snowball Wealth founded by a fellow Basic Brown Nerd - Tanya Menendez . Can help you make a tangible plan to tackle down your Student DEBT! Go to asksnowball.com/BBN sign up FREE to get your custom plan, access to masterclasses, and join the Slack Community to support you on your journey! If you love what we’re doing you can support become a patron of this show patreon.com/BasicBrownNerds or support our crowdfund campaign ifundwomen.com/projects/basic-brown-nerds-multimedia-platform

Today more than ever we need to understand how policy affects us. We've teamed up for a cross over episode with Kriselle of Empowered in Color and her interview with Shaniyat Chowdhury who is running for Congress in NY-5 district against a 20-year incumbent.  We talk about his life growing up in Jamaica, Queens, poverty drafted into the Marines, journey into activism serving in the New York state assembly, Alexandria Ocasio Cortez's campaign, and ultimately running for office.  You might think politics is too much and rather avoid the topic but the best way to ensure America becomes a better place is by electing people who truly understand the realities of economic, racial, and social inequality. People like Shaniyat.  Thank you to Empowered in Color for this collaboration to get the word out.  You can learn more about Shaniyat and donate on his website at Shaniyat2020.com Follow Empowered in Color Podcast with Kriselle here You can find everyone on Instagram and Twitter as @EmpoweredInCol

Welcome back to Season 3! We’re starting off this season with Laughs because, in times of change, trauma, and chaos laugher can be healing. We’re talking with Comedian Erik Rivera, his journey as a first-generation Guatemalan- American growing up in suburban New York, and how he found himself going into comedy as a career - and spoiler alert his mom was not so happy. Erik Rivera just had his Comedy Special “Super White” on HBO where we use comedy to share his story growing up and being a parent. You can follow him on Instagram @ErikRiveraComedy and find his upcoming shows on erikrivera.com We are super excited to bring season 3 and have more to come as we build Basic Brown NErds to become a Patron for early access go to patreon.com/basicbrownnerds subscribe to our newsletter at basicbrownnerds.substack.com Follow & tag us on @BasicBrownNerds and @BasicBrownNerds

Meet undocumented filmmaker and creator, Armando. He is the creator, editor, and producer of Undocutales a web series going into its 3rd season this October. The series follows the main character, Fernando, an undocumented queer immigrant, and his aventuras in LA. , making us laugh, cry, and understand more about what this experience is in the United States. You can binge and catch up with Fernando on youtube before the next season is out bit.ly/Undocutales and follow Armando along on his  journey on Instagram @ElPeorDelMundo Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter!  Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Check out our Show notes here bit.ly/BBNxUndocuTalesShowNotes

In this episode We're going to  revisit a conversation Grecia and I had last season about BOUNDARIES! Now - this something many of us struggle with and really didn't learn especially being an immigrant diaspora kid, Latinx, and growing up in very communal environments where personal space is (stress ) kind of a luxury. Learning boundaries are necessary to respect your self, those around you, and have healthy relationships. So we're talking more about it today with Grecia . You can find Grecia on Instagram and Twitter as @Grecia_Writer  Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Find out full show notes here basicbrownnerds.com/setting-boundaries/

We sit down and chat with Delilah Dee the beam of positivity behind Delilah & Co. She aims to a media company that will not only highlight representation but provide experiences & opportunities in the Latinx community to empower. We discuss what it means to believe in yourself and be your own hype woman along with handling being an online creator. Delilah shares her secrets on how she shifts her mindset to be #OccupyingYourMindset and believe in yourself. Follow Delilah along on his journey on Instagram @iamdelilahdee Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Check out our Show notes here bit.ly/BBNMindsetTBShownotes PS: Delilah is offering all Basic Brown Nerds Free shipping with code BROWNNERDS on her shop over at De

Our ancestors were the ones originally in the outdoors and our generation is reclaiming being outside and in nature for recreation. So what does it mean to be a latina who hikes? We sit down with Victoria founder of Latinas who Hike and blogger at a Traveling Translator. We discuss her upbringing in Ecuador and moving to the United States. Her creative passions and pursuits.  Why she started the community online and her journey now pursuing a masters in creative writing.  Follow Victoria along on his journey on Instagram @LatinasWhoHike and blog A Traveling Translator.  Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Check out our Show notes here bit.ly/BBNLatinasHikeTBShownotes 

This is for anyone who is looking to further their careers and level up. This episode was done in partnership with Techqueria, the largest online community for Latinx professionals in tech - check them out and join the slack.   Joy Valerie was invited to moderate a panel organized by Techqueria called "Breaking into Management" sponsored by Digital Ocean at their Headquarters in New York City.  We're getting raw talking about growing up low income, Latinx, and transitioning into entrepreneurship and management. Discussing their struggles, advice, and experiences in their careers.  On the panel sponsored by Techqueria we had  Alexandra Paredes, Rafael Mojica, Veronica Genao, Edgar Gonzalez and Viceland's Hustle host John Henry  Listen in to the gems shared and know - we are WORTHY to take up space. Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our gu

We sit down and chat with Freddy Izaguirre Merlos,  poet & performance artist behind PursuingArete. Freddy's work aims to uplift central American voices and those of immigrantes to flourish and thrive. We learn more about his family's journey from El Salvador to the Pacific Northwest in the 80s. What it meant to be a little basic brown nerd there and navigating an upbringing in a pentecostal home.   Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Check out our Show notes here bit.ly/BBNOGDiasporxTBshownotes

We're talking to Jacqueline Ros & Andrea Perdomo of TechStars who went through an amazing journey to build Revolar, a tech & hardware company focused on preventing rape. Jackie went from a teacher in Colorado to CEO and Co-Founder of a Tech Company.  Andrea saw the vision and previously having managed over 100 people, then COO of Live Worldly, and joined Revolar as COO and Co-Founder. We talk about their journey transitioning to tech, going through investing rounds, and how they are now making it their mission to bring more women and people of color into the Entrepreneurship & technology spaces through TechStars Startup Weekends.   To find out about more about a Startup weekend near you check out Startupweekend.org Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And suppo

We're talking to Sage Quiamno on what it means to be a woman of color in the startup world, learn more about her, co-founding Future For Us. We start with her journey being a badass tearing down the patriarchy and championing for women starting at home in Hawai’i. This episode is sponsored by Sololi Shop. A family-owned Mexican artisan shop creating Colorful Boho merchandise. Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Check out our Show notes here bit.ly/BBNBuildingFutureTBShownotes

We sit down  with Veronica Oliveras, a clinical psychology therapist, and discuss mental health, finances, and boundaries as it relates to being.  How we can reconnect with our indigenous ways while also taking care of our wellbeing and leaning into new identities as a Diaspora generation? We discuss on generational missions. How we have a different task from our families, our grandparents, and ancestors. As well as learning to embrace our traditions and culture while also setting boundaries to be able to prosper here in the USA.  This episode is sponsored by Sololi Shop. A family-owned Mexican artisan shop creating Colorful Boho merchandise. Let us know you're listening by tagging @BasicBrownNerds  and host @JoyValeriee on Instagram and Twitter! Don't forget to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to be updated on all our guests, events, and surprises for you. basicbrownnerds.com/newsletter And support us by shopping or donating at BasicBrownNerds.com/Shop Check out our Show notes here bit