Episodes
Amara and her producer, Alex, look back on the year and share their insights on Amara’s journey. She opens up about how she has grown as a person, how she has repaired her bond with her father, and how becoming a mom has evolved her relationship with her own mother. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 12/14/23
Published 12/14/23
The holidays are here and Amara keeps it real on what her Christmases were like being raised by a single mom and what she’s doing, now, as a single mother to her twin daughters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 12/07/23
Amara dives into the world of social media influencers. She explores how these personalities shape our perceptions, behaviors, and impact young people.  She also brings to light the crucial role of parents, emphasizing the need for them to be present and involved in their children’s lives, to counterbalance the sway of social media influencers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 11/30/23
Amara has some serious thoughts on how folks should act when visiting someone’s home during the holidays. Do you agree on her rules? Is she being too harsh? What are some of your rules for your holiday guests or rules you live by when hosting family and friends? Leave us your comments by heading over to our My Cultura Podcast Network YouTube channel and clicking on Exactly Amara. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 11/23/23
Amara opens about the challenges of having her mom’s opinions and advice clash with her own parenting style. Find out how she copes with the stress and frustration that comes with it.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 11/16/23
Amara discusses how gender stereotypes and social norms affect the way women and men are judged and treated in different aspects of life such as: work, family, relationships, and appearance. She shares her own experiences and challenges as a woman with kids, and how she deals See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 11/09/23
Love is a complex and delicate topic. Amara explores the tension between giving and receiving love. How much of ourselves are we willing to share with someone, and what are the indicators that the love we offer is not returned equally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 11/02/23
On this episode, Amara shares what it takes to be a successful small business owner. From relentless dedication required to keep a business afloat to sacrifices one might have to make to stay on course, Amara gives listeners an inside look at worked for her as an entrepreneur. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 10/26/23
Join Amara in this heartfelt episode as she candidly discusses an incredibly personal topic, parenting. Drawing from personal experiences and reflections, Amara shares her journey as a mom as well as her thoughts on how parenting has evolved since she was a child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 10/19/23
This week, Amara has a one-on-one conversation with influencer and content creator Kelvin Davis to dive into the topic: Is the modern-day influencer disappearing or evolving? Amara and Kelvin explore the shifting landscape of influencer culture, discussing the factors driving change and how it impacts authenticity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 10/12/23
Wilmer Valderrama is joined by actors Adam Rodriguez, Stephanie Beatriz, and Overcomfort Podcast host Jenicka Lopez for a heartfelt and insightful conversation on Latinidad. Listen as the group share their memories on growing up in a Latino household, their experiences with learning (and not learning) Spanish, and how they ended up choosing their career paths. They also talk about the importance of traditions, better representation, and what advice they have for the next generation of...
Published 10/09/23
On this enlightening episode, Amara sits down with wellness advocate Claire Fountain to discuss how wellness and body image can affect your relationships, especially your intimate ones. Claire shares her insightful perspective on the idea that wellness is a fundamental human right and so much more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 10/05/23
This week on Exactly Amara, Kelvin Davis of Notoriously Dapper joins Amara to discuss the portrayal of masculinity in popular media. They explore the need for diverse representation, encouraging vulnerability and self-expression without judgment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/28/23
Amara opens her heart and shares her personal journey of love, revealing her carefully crafted checklist for an ideal partner.  Join us as Amara takes us on a exploration of the qualities and characteristics she seeks in a life partner. From shared values and passions to the small gestures that make a big difference, she paints a vivid picture of her perfect match. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/21/23
Sometimes we have brilliant ideas, but we don’t trust ourselves to pursue them. Amara opens up about her past struggles with self-doubt and shares some tips on how to overcome the fear of failure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/14/23
Amara talks to Financial Advisor Ivan Jimenez, who explains the benefits of investing, buying a home, and having a will and life insurance. He also shares the steps we need to take to protect our loved ones and assets if we lose our life suddenly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/07/23
Amara talks about sharing her kids and parenting life online. The idea of posting cute moments of your kids can be fun, but can it also be too much? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/31/23
In this episode, Amara explores the challenges that women, specifically single mothers face, in the workplace. From having to work harder to break through glass ceilings, to the societal expectations placed on mothers to prioritize their children over their careers.  She also talks about the ways in which these challenges can impact women’s well-being and their career advancement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/24/23
Makeup artist and entrepreneur Rokael Beauty, who is currently on tour with Beyoncé, stops by to discuss the hottest makeup trends of 2023. Find out how Rokael got his start as one of few Latino makeup creatives in the industry. Plus he gives us a tease into his new makeup line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/17/23
On this week’s episode, Amara explores trust and forgiveness after a significant other cheats. Is it possible to forgive a cheater and trust again? If you’re contemplating how to forgive someone after being cheated on or maybe you did the stepping out, this episode offers advice for anyone navigating the aftermath of a betrayal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/10/23
Amara and wardrobe designer/stylist, Valentino Omar dive into the world of fashion trends, exploring the delicate balance between stylish and tacky.  Listen to their take on fashion influences, and what works based on your location. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 08/03/23
From Executive Producer Wilmer Valderrama comes a dating show that proves abuelita knows best! Host Vico Ortiz alongside our resident abuelita, Liliana are ready to meet their match! Three single contestants will compete for a date with one lucky guest. Through speed-dating rounds, hilarious games, wildly silly and genuinely heartfelt introspections, and grandmotherly love, one contestant will either be a step closer to love or be sent back to the apps. Abuelita holds all the cupid power, so...
Published 07/28/23
This week on Exactly Amara, we explore the emotional struggles and challenges when caring for aging parents. Joined by her makeup artist, Debbie, a former CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), the women get personal when discussing moving older parents into a nursing home and weighing the pros and cons of home care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 07/27/23
Welcome to a special edition of Exactly Amara where we dive into our overflowing inbox and bring you, our valued listeners into the spotlight! From motherhood to music - Amara is pulling back the curtain to answer fan questions sent via DM. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 07/20/23