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Diary of the First Gen Journey

Diary of the First Gen Journey

Hosted by: Anyelis Cordero & Sara Diaz

Welcome to the Diary of the First Gen Journey where we hold space for first-gens to share their diverse experiences. We talk all things that come with the first-gen experience like the guilt, imposter syndrome,...

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E4 - Maia Esteves & Navigating with Courage to Preserve Your Wellness

Season #1

Dear First Gens, There are aspects of the journey, especially the pressure of succeeding and making those who sacrificed so much for us proud, that can trigger anxiety under normal circumstances. Imagine being the...
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E2 - Our First Gen Journeys

Season #1

Dear First Gens,  We get a little deeper into our respective experiences of being First-Gen! Anyelis shares how going to college was the first time she became hyper aware of privilege, while Sara talks about the...
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E3 - Adam San Miguel & How He Harnesses Pressure, Perfection & Pride

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Dear First-Gens, In our first interview, Adam San Miguel, the founder of the Cuban American Alliance for Leadership & Education, Co-Owner of Cortaditos Coffee Shop, and Client Director at Google - shares how he's...
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E1 - Why We Started This Podcast Journey

Season #1

Dear First Gens, We figured we'd kick off this podcast's journey by sharing a little bit about our own personal stories. Tune in to hear about how we, Anyelis (an immigrant from Cuba) and Sara (daughter of Cuban...
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