Morenita
Dominican actress and singer Darilyn Castillo hosts “Morenita.” A weekly show that dives into the Latinx experience through in-depth interviews with Latinx actors, entrepreneurs, and activists. It’s a show intent on creating a community of listeners inspired by the work and talent of prominent Latinx figures. Each week, Darilyn will meet and connect with guests who are focused on evolving our current space to make it more inclusive.
Episodes
50. Amara La Negra is BACK!
The season one finale has arrived! With that comes a very familiar voice on the podcast. Love & Hip Hop: Miami's very own Amara La Negra is BACK on the Morenita mic! Taking time out of her hella busy schedule, Amara and Darilyn sit down to talk about Amara's twin babies and how life as a fierce Dominican mama has transformed her into a fearless version of herself. Sit back, relax, and listen as we celebrate Amara's return. ¡Te invito! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/11/22•41m 4s
49. Paws and Perros w/ Raquel Cid
If you're an animal lover, listen up! Darilyn welcomes onto the podcast Raquel Cid! The Washington Heights native is a Dominican-American badass making a difference in the world of animal rescue. She is the founder of Paws and Perros, she is a podcast host, and she is a dog foster. Make sure to tune in to find out how Raquel got into the groove of fostering animals, and how you too can help an animal find their forever home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/11/22•41m 49s
48. Chatting w/ Real Estate Guru Nicholas Ryan
On this episode of Morenita, Darilyn sits down with Nicholas Ryan. He is a New York native and a dual-licensed Realtor Associate at Christie’s International Real Estate helping educate Latines about home ownership. We discuss it all! Real estate, how to be a homeowner, building generational wealth in the Latine community, investing in properties, ALL OF IT! Te invito. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/10/22•30m 54s
47. Film Talk w/ Filmme Talk
This week our producer Josie Meléndez is in the hot seat as Darilyn sits down with both Josie and her co-host Ileana Meléndez to discuss their podcast Filmme Talk. Morenita dives deep into the world of film criticism and how these two badass Boricuas are trying to make it more accessible for other Latine women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/10/22•44m 19s
46. Boricua K. Howard in the House! w/ Didi Romero
You don't need to count to Six to know who we're talking to this week. To close off Latinx Heritage Month, we're sitting down with Puerto Rican star on the rise Didi Romero. We talk about her experience touring with Six: The Musical, missing her family back on the island, and so much more. Right now the only thing you better wanna do is to tune in! Te invito. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/10/22•39m 52s
45. Illegally Yours w/ Rafael Agustín
Who is the American dream really for? That's what Darilyn Castillo is getting to the bottom of. Join the as she sits down with Rafael Augstín. We discuss life as a TV writer and writing himself into existence, his time on the award-winning TV show 'Jane the Virgin', and his hilariously uplifting and touching memoir 'Illegally Yours: A Memoir', available now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/10/22•38m 20s
44. Embracing Your Rizos w/ Rizos Curls Founder Julissa Prado
Oye, mi gente! La reina de los rizos dijo presente! We're sitting down with the incredible and astounding Julissa Prado. Julissa is the founder of Rizos Curls, a hair brand that's going above and beyond. With a focus on education over proper hair care and beauty, Julissa is getting those with waves, curls, and coils to embrace their natural hair with orgullo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/09/22•38m 20s
43. Storytelling w/ Matthew Torres AKA The Story Time Guy!
The Story Time Guy is in, y'all! Matthew Torres is sitting down with Morenita's Darilyn Castillo to discuss his upbringing, what got him into TikTok, and Latinx representation in media. Plus, we get Matthew to discuss the Batgirl drama with us! What are you waiting for? Te invito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/09/22•42m 48s
42. What's Dropshipping? w/ Chelsea Guarriello
We're sitting down with Miss Honey Gold aka Chelsea Guarriello as she shares her journey to becoming a full-blown independent business woman through the world of dropshipping. Now, you're probably wondering, ¿qué es dropshipping? We'll tell you. Te invito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/09/22•39m 56s
41. Act Your Heart Out w/ Michael Castillejos
Darilyn is sitting down this time to chat with Tony darling Michael Castillejo. He's been on Orange is the New Black, FBI, New Amsterdam, and now he's going on a much-needed vacation. But we're chatting about everything that lead to the here and now. Join us! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/09/22•37m 23s
40. Honoring Your Ancestors w/ Mika Secada
Get on your feet because we've got some Cuban rhythms shaking up Morenita, okay? Mika Secada is a true triple threat, and she's gracing us by sharing her journey to take over the industry. Mika shares with us her upbringing, her relationship with her parents, and what she would like her legacy to be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/08/22•32m 11s
39. Directing Your Dreams w/ Jeannette Godoy
Jeannette Godoy has been making moves since she directed the infamous music video for Sir Mix A Lot's "Baby Got Back." The first generation Mexican-American director sat down with Darilyn to discuss her upbringing, maternal desire, and her feature directorial debut 'Diamond in the Rough', available to stream NOW! What are you waiting for? Te invito. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/08/22•38m 54s
38. Being Unapologetically Yourself w/ Talia Thiesfield
Talia Thiesfield is a mult-culti force of unapologetic brilliance, and she's letting us in on how she became the incredible person she is today. A Haitian-Puerto Rican actor, a voiceover artist, and a career & talent coach? What are you waiting for? Tune in. Class is in session. Te invito. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/08/22•48m 50s
37. Enséñame a Bailar w/ Manuela Agudelo
Get ready because Darilyn sits down with the dancing queen herself Manuela Agudelo. These lovely Latinx creatives discuss ancestry and legacy as well as how Manuela is able to combine their two passions: dance and social justice. We also find out what Bad Bunny song has her dancing the night away. Tap in! Te invito. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/08/22•48m 54s
36. We're Talking Language w/ Christopher Ramírez
Listen up, mi gente! This time around Darilyn is sitting down with Christopher Ramírez to discuss their love of Shakespeare, their relationship with Spanish, and their upcoming role as Touchstone at the Delacorte theater this August! Tune in and vibe with us. ¡Te invito!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/08/22•40m 5s
35. The Secret to Being a Multi-Hyphenate Badass w/ Elaine Del Valle
Elaine del Valle can do it all! She's an actress, a director, a casting director, a producer. She does it all. So Darilyn sits down to find out how did she start out, what self-care looks like for her, and if she has any advice for our lovely listeners out there. This is Morenita y te invito.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/07/22•39m 32s
34. Afro-Latina Power w/ Samantha Williams
Darilyn welcomes Samantha Williams to this week's episode of Morenita. Talent beyond compare and wise beyond her years, Samantha shares with Darilyn the identity struggles she faced as an Afro-Latina growing up and in the industry. It gets real on the show as they discuss personal struggles and how they overcame them. ¡Te invitamos!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/07/22•33m 23s
33. The Dream House Sisters together on Morenita! w/ Jacqueline Correa
Joining Morenita this week is her costar from Dream House, Jacqueline Correa! Jacqueline tells Darilyn about her path to the stage and the two discuss what Dream House meant to them. Oh and how Hollywood came a calling. TAP IN! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/07/22•34m 19s
32. Morenita Gets Interviewed by Carlos!
This week Darilyn gets the tables turned on her and is interviewed by 'Morenita' producer Carlos! Tap in!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/07/22•33m 38s
31. The Besties Visit Morenita w/ Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo
Your favorite two influencers, the hosts of the Super Secret Bestie Club, join the show! We laugh, we sing, tap in already! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/06/22•35m 7s
30. Mental Health w/ Jen Aceves
This week Jen Aceves joins us on Morenita to discuss how we can prioritize our mental health and find that ever elusive peace of mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/06/22•32m 51s
29. Working with your Partner w/ Cedric and Pierre
This week we welcome back Cedric and Pierre to Morenita to discuss working together with your partner! Have you ever worked with someone you're dating? It's a trip. Sometimes it's great, sometimes...not so much. We get into that today! So TAP IN!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/06/22•27m 58s
28. Breaking up with Social Media w/ Claudia Mendoza
This is a good one y'all. I love my social media as much as the next person, but sometimes you have to step back and ask, "is this hurting my mental health?" I talked to Claudia Mendoza about social media, and our convo got real. And it went to deep places. I want to thank Claudia for sharing so much of herself with me, and I hope this episode helps with your social media diet! TAP IN! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/06/22•36m 55s
27. Believing in your Path w/ Jasmine Romero (Part 2)
The conclusion of my conversation with Jasmine about family, taking risks, and finding your path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/05/22•26m 3s
26. Believing in your Path w/ Jasmine Romero (Part 1)
What happens when you find that the path you are on isn't the one you want to be on but you don't know if you can handle the change? It happens. To a lot of us. Today is part 1 of a two part conversation about what happens when you decide you want a change, and how much it costs to make that change. Tap in!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/05/22•33m 2s
25. Show Me The Money! w/ Amigas Get Money
This week Darilyn is in the Hot seat with "Amigas Get Money" Podcast and she's giving you the inside look on how she has been handling her finances, her relationship with money, and how she's overcome moments of financial uncertainty. If you love money, this is your episode. TAP IN! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/05/22•32m 21s
24. The Room Where it Happens w/ Rubén J. Carbajal
Everyone is out here hustling for their big break, for that one chance that changes everything. Do you know what comes after that big break though? More hustle, more work. Ruben Carbajal joins me to talk about working hard to get an opportunity and then working as hard to keep the opportunities coming. TAP IN!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/05/22•31m 26s
23. Films For Us, By Us w/ Kenneth Castillo
We talk a lot on this show about representation, but what do you do when you look at a screen and you don't see yourself represented? Today's guest, Kenneth Castillo, answered that question by grabbing a camera and making his own independent film. And then another, and another... Kenneth tells us about how he built his independent film production company, his love of silent films, and you even get a spaghetti soup recipe!! Let's go!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/05/22•32m 51s
22. Maternal desire w/ Corvaya Jeffries
On this episode of Morenita, Darilyn welcomes Corvaya Jeffries to discuss motherhood and how their maternal desire has grown and evolved. It's an honest and open discussion about being a mother in a modern and changing world, but also about being a daughter and learning to find your own voice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/04/22•38m 4s
21. Behind the Scenes w/ Amy Martinez
This week Darilyn welcomes Amy Martinez from HBO's "And Just Like That". Amy and Darilyn discuss their shared experience on HBO's sequel to "Sex and the City" and how their paths led them to that soundstage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/04/22•45m 32s
20. The Hair Maestro w/ Marcelo Donari
This week Darilyn welcomes Marcelo Donari, hair supervisor for Hamilton. He tells Darilyn about his experiences in Broadway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/04/22•37m 59s
19. 2 New Yorkers Walk in a Bar... w/ Pedro Rivera
This week Darilyn welcomes news anchor and reporter Pedro Rivera. Pedro tells Darilyn how being forgotten about at an interview, but refusing to be forgotten, started him on a path to success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/04/22•37m 20s
18. Bringing it Back to 'Orange is the New Black' w/ Karina Ortiz
This week Darilyn welcomes Karina Ortiz to the show and learns about Karina's journey from Santo Domingo to Orange is the New Black.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/03/22•41m 46s
17. Pierre Jean Gonzalez is Alexander Hamilton
This week Darilyn welcomes Broadway star Pierre Jean Gonzalez to the show. Pierre tells Darilyn about his work on stage and DominiRican Productions, the production company he founded with his husband. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/03/22•36m 40s
16. Not your Basic Chef w/ Luis Herrera
This week Darilyn welcomes the incredibly talented Chef Luis Herrera. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/03/22•42m 43s
15. Playwriting w/ Eliana Pipes
This week Darilyn welcomes playwright Eliana Pipes to the show. Eliana tells Darilyn about her playwriting process and they discuss her newest work, "Dream House" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/03/22•38m 34s
14. Children are the Future w/ Manuel Moran
This week Darilyn welcomes the multitalented Manuel Moran. Manuel tells Darilyn about a moment in his childhood that changed his life, and how that moment spurred a career in helping the next generation find their voices and passions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/03/22•36m 49s
13. Diversity on Broadway Round Table with The PlusCast
This week Darilyn and Morenita join forces with Spotify's The PlusCast for a conversation about the state of diversity on Broadway. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/02/22•41m 43s
12. Winning 'The Voice' w/ Javier Colon
This week Darilyn welcomes The Voice winner Javier Colon. Javier and Darilyn discuss his journey to The Voice, the challenges he's gone through, and how he balances family and career in the music industry. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/02/22•44m 15s
11. Politiqueando w/ Adriano Espaillat
This week Darilyn welcomes the congressman from New York's 13th congressional district, Adriano Espaillat. They discuss his journey to Congress, how the city has changed, and what his priorities are in Washington. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/02/22•38m 20s
10. Bilingual Broadway w/ Luis Mora
This week Darilyn begins Black History Month with a reflection on her heroes and welcomes the multi-talented Luis Mora. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/02/22•39m 55s
9. Taking Chances w/ Zahaira Curiel
This week Darilyn welcomes Zahaira Curiel. Zahaira tells Darilyn about growing up in Washington Heights, her career and her current life in Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/01/22•31m 33s
8. Walking the Walk w/ Joel Pérez
This week Darilyn welcomes award winning writer and performer Joel Pérez. Joel tells Darilyn about his journey from an evangelical childhood in rural Massachusetts to a Broadway career, and gives some pointed advice for changing broadway. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/01/22•39m 38s
7. Creating Space w/ Ashley De La Rosa
This week Darilyn welcomes broadway actress Ashley De La Rosa. Ashley recounts her work on the stage and how experiences backstage are slowly improving for performers of color. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/01/22•36m 0s
6. 'Orange is the New Black' to 'Baraja Eso' w/ Laura Gomez
This week Darilyn welcomes the multi talented actress and director Laura Gomez. Laura tells Darilyn about her journey to Orange is The New Black and how we she is used that to transition to directing and hosting her own podcast, "Baraja Eso." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/01/22•35m 19s
5. Christmas with the Restrepos!
This week Darilyn welcomes her beau Andres! Darilyn and Andres discuss favorite holiday memories and traditions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/12/21•30m 30s
4. Bailando w/ Luis Salgado
This week Darilyn welcomes the gifted Broadway choreographer Luis Salgado. Luis shows Darilyn the steps he took to get to Broadway, shares with her the work he does for his community with Revolución Latina, and shares his thoughts on what representation means to the community. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/12/21•38m 53s
3. Taking Risks w/ X Mayo
This week Darilyn Castillo welcomes Emmy-nominated comedian X Mayo. She is an LA Native Blackxicana who joins Darilyn to tell us about her experiences on The Daily Show, her hilarious sketch comedy show "Who Brought The Potato Salad," NBC's "American Auto," and her role on the podcast, "Princess of South Beach". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/12/21•33m 48s
2. Setting the Bar w/ Cedric Leiba, Jr.
This week Darilyn welcomes the incredibly talented Cedric Leiba, Jr. Cedric is an award-winning stage, film and television actor, singer and dancer. Today Cedric tells Darilyn about his journey from Puerto Rico to the stage, and how he and his partner hope to make that journey better for the next generation of Latine/x performers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/12/21•40m 29s
1. More Than Just Amara La Negra!
This week Darilyn welcomes the dynamic singer, actress, and businesswoman, Amara La Negra. Amara discusses her many pursuits in the entertainment industry, her experiences as an Afro-Latina woman, and how she hopes to make her community better through her activism. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/11/21•34m 23s
Introducing Morenita
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16/11/21•1m 3s