Hey, mis Cafecitos! I cannot believe that we're already reaching the end of the year, and with it, the end of our first season! And what a season it's been. Starting this podcast has been one of the most fun experiences I've had in a long time. It really helped pull me out of a pretty deep depression (thanks, 2020!) and has taught me so much about my culture and myself. There are a couple more episodes queued up through the end of the year (November 19, December 3, 17, and 31) . In January 2022, I'll be taking a one-month break to brainstorm and start writing episodes for season 2, tentatively scheduled to begin on February 4.
For our next season, I'd like to focus more on a single phenomenon for the season then use each episode to cover that phenomenon in a specific country or region. So! If YOU have ever.... had a unexplainable occurrence, ghostly encounter, potential UFO sighting, interaction with shapeshifters, shamanic journey, or any other experience you'd like to share, please send it in! I'm always looking for stories from Latino/a/x folks and who better to share than you? In other news, I've been sitting on a secret for a few weeks now. And since I can't hold it in any longer, it's time to share! A few years ago, Spotify started a program called SoundUp. Its goal, from their website, is to "Raise Up The Next Generation Of Podcasters Through Education, Workshops And Support." Last month, I was selected to be one of the ten candidates accepted into the SoundUp US Latinx cohort! Starting this week, I'll be participating in two two-hour long classes each week for a month to better learn the ins and outs of podcasting, which will translate into better content and experiences for you! After that, there will be an opportunity to pitch a trailer and proposal with the chance to be selected for further in-person training in 2022. Words cannot adequately describe how shocked, and excited, and slightly terrified, I am to have been chosen. When I applied, it was a "Eh, let's see what happens, probably nothing." And when I was selected for an interview, again, I thought, "Oh my gods, I can't believe it. But it's probably going to amount to nothing. We'll see." And then, I got the email saying I had been selected for the program. I literally shrieked. Pretty sure it shaved a year off my husband's life! Everyone I've interacted with from the program has been super kind and warm. I'm beyond thrilled to start this week. Alright. I think that's all the news for now. I hope you're all looking forward to the rest of the year as much as I am. This time of the year, when darkness settles in and there's pressure around family and holidays, can be trying for many of us. Remember to take it slow and be kind to yourself. Have a lovely November!
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