In this episode of Entre Tías y Amiguis, Adri sits down with Beatriz Rivera, an inspiring entrepreneur coach and former social worker who left her role to help BIPOC and queer entrepreneurs build purpose-driven businesses. Beatriz shares her unique journey, from supporting her father’s business during the pandemic to building her own coaching practice rooted in community and values. This conversation explores how purpose and healing can power our professional lives, and Beatriz offers insights into entrepreneurship as a means to not just financial success but personal growth. If you're looking to align your career with your values or gain confidence in your journey, this episode is full of wisdom!

Guest Bio:

Beatriz Rivera is a former social worker turned entrepreneur coach for women of color, BIPOC, and queer entrepreneurs. Hailing from Los Angeles, Beatriz earned her Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University and has dedicated her career to social and racial justice, healing, and empowerment in entrepreneurship. Through her coaching, Beatriz supports clients in navigating tough business decisions, creating strategies for success, and facing fears with conviction, leading them toward clarity, accountability, and growth.

Links:

Beatriz Rivera on Instagram: @beaboss.coach

Be a Boss Coaching: beabosscoaching.com

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Beatriz’s Journey to Entrepreneurship

03:30 – From Social Work to Entrepreneurship: Taking a Leap of Faith

08:00 – Building Community and Accountability for BIPOC Entrepreneurs

11:45 – The Healing Era: Moving Home and Working with Family

17:30 – Purpose and Passion in Entrepreneurship

24:15 – Building a Business in Alignment with Personal Values

31:00 – Coaching with a Focus on Social Justice and Healing

38:15 – The Intersection of Social Work Skills and Business Coaching

45:10 – Final Reflections on Purpose and Community Impact

In this episode Adri sits down with Lauren Puliz, Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and founder of Millennial Mama Therapy, to dive into the emotional and mental shifts that come with parenthood. Lauren shares her journey through matrescence, the complex and often misunderstood process of becoming a mother, and how it inspired her to create a practice that supports moms navigating this life-altering transformation.

Lauren opens up about her own experience as a pandemic mom and the shocking reality of postpartum life—revealing the immense impact of identity shifts, isolation, and lack of support that many mothers face. Together, they discuss why it’s crucial to address the needs of new parents with empathy and community care, and why we need a village to support the postpartum journey.

In this heart-to-heart conversation, they tackle topics like the “fourth trimester,” baby blues vs. postpartum depression, and the cultural expectations placed on mothers to have it all together. Lauren also sheds light on the brutiful (brutal + beautiful) realities of parenthood and provides practical ways for friends, family, and therapists to support new parents in meaningful ways.

Whether you’re a new parent, a friend to someone expecting, or simply interested in learning more about maternal mental health, this episode is a powerful reminder that motherhood is both hard and beautiful—and that no one should have to do it alone.

Guest Bio

Lauren Pulis is a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Millennial Mama Therapy, a private practice focused on maternal mental health. Inspired by her own motherhood journey, Lauren now specializes in supporting new and expecting moms as they navigate matrescence and the transformative, often challenging transition into parenthood. Lauren is passionate about creating spaces where parents feel seen, supported, and empowered to embrace all parts of their experience.

Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millennial_mama_therapy/

Website: https://millennialmamatherapy.com/

Resources:

Postpartum Support International (PSI) for maternal mental health resources and training for providers: https://www.postpartum.net/

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Lauren’s Journey

03:15 - The Realities of Postpartum: Baby Blues vs. Depression

08:30 - Matrescence: The Emotional Transition into Motherhood

12:00 - Building a Village: Why Moms Need Support

15:20 - Navigating Identity Shifts and Rediscovering Self

18:45 - Cultural Expectations and Gender Roles in Parenting

23:10 - Understanding the “Fourth Trimester” 26:30 - Breaking the Silence on Maternal Mental Health

31:00 - How the Village Can Show Up for New Moms

36:15 - Tips for Therapists Working with New Parents

41:30 - Addressing the Myth of “Having It All Together”

46:00 - Final Reflections on the Brutiful Realities of Parenthood

In this episode, Adri sits down with Naomi Fierro Peña, a soulful artist, community curator, and the founder of That Art Party, a space for BIPOC adults to engage in creative play as a form of self-care and liberation. 🌿

Naomi shares her journey from being a teacher burned out by the pressures of white supremacy culture to creating a business focused on using art, creativity, and play to foster healing and connection in the BIPOC community. The conversation delves into the importance of reclaiming creativity as adults, breaking free from the pressures of perfectionism and internalized capitalism, and creating spaces where creativity doesn’t have to be monetized or productive—it can simply be joyful and healing. 🎨

They explore how That Art Party offers BIPOC adults a safe space to reconnect with their creativity, form meaningful connections, and heal through community and play. Naomi also highlights the importance of collaboration with other BIPOC artists, and how her events foster a sense of belonging, freedom, and self-expression.

This episode will resonate with anyone who’s felt disconnected from their creativity, wants to embrace play, or is looking for community-driven spaces that center healing and joy.

Guest Bio:

Naomi Fierr-Peña is a soulful artist, community curator, and the founder of That Art Party, an art and play space for BIPOC adults. With over 10 years of experience as a teacher, Naomi now focuses on creating transformative and liberatory experiences through creative playdates, bringing healing and joy to her community through art.

Links:

Website https://www.thatartparty.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/that.art.party/

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Naomi’s Journey

04:30 - Burnout and Breaking Free from White Supremacy Culture

08:00 - Creating That Art Party: Art as Liberation

11:30 - The Importance of Creative Play for Healing

16:00 - Internalized Capitalism and Creativity

19:45 - The Healing Power of Play for BIPOC Adults

24:15 - Art as a Tool for Mental Health

28:30 - Building Community Through Creative Play

33:10 - Intentional Living and Curating Meaningful Spaces

39:00 - The Power of Parallel Play and Collaboration

45:00 - Growing Up in San Francisco’s Mission District and Its Influence on Art

50:00 - Final Thoughts: Returning to Your Inner Child"