The Unaparent

Katia Reguero Lindor | a Studio Dama, LLC Production

A bilingual parenting podcast hosted by Katia Reguero Lindor, delivering deeply human stories about the unapparent truths of parenting. Join us as we debunk parenting myths and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for parents and parents-to-be. Let’s embrace vulnerability, share frustrations, and celebrate the complexities of parenthood. Together, we’ll learn from diverse perspectives and realize we’re not alone in this rewarding yet challenging journey. Tune in for honest insights, parenting guidance, and support while we navigate the beautiful chaos of raising children.

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S7 · E7
Thursday · 50 min
¿A quién le pertenece el parto? Autonomía, partería y justicia reproductiva | Paloma Hernández.
¿Qué cambia cuando dejamos de ver el parto como algo que simplemente nos sucede y empezamos a reconocernos como protagonistas de nuestra propia experiencia? En este episodio, Katia conversa con Paloma del Mar Hernández Quiñones, partera profesional certificada, doula, educadora perinatal, líder en salud comunitaria y fundadora de Partería AfroBoricua, sobre maternidad, partería, autonomía corporal y justicia reproductiva en Puerto Rico. Paloma comparte cómo su propia experiencia como madre la llevó de la lactancia al acompañamiento de otras familias y, eventualmente, a la partería. Juntas exploran por qué el parto es mucho más que un evento fisiológico: es también una experiencia profundamente personal, cultural y atravesada por el acceso a recursos, las condiciones sociales y las decisiones que podemos —o no podemos— tomar sobre nuestros propios cuerpos. Desde el consentimiento informado y el derecho a decidir cómo y dónde parir hasta la salud materna, el posparto y la justicia reproductiva, esta conversación nos invita a preguntarnos qué sucede cuando volvemos a colocar a la persona en el centro de su propio cuidado. Una conversación sobre parto, partería, maternidad, autonomía corporal, consentimiento informado, salud materna y justicia reproductiva en Puerto Rico. ANUNCIO: Criamos Aquí (Evento co-coordinado por Paloma) 📅 Sábado, 26 de septiembre 🕑 2:00–4:30 PM 📍 El Sillón de Abu, Bayamón 🎟️ Cupo limitado · Registro requerido Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 — Intro 04:42 — La verdad no aparente de Paloma sobre la maternidad 09:26 — De la lactancia a la partería: cómo comenzó la trayectoria de Paloma 15:01 — Salud materna, desigualdad y los determinantes sociales de la salud 16:11 — Convertirse en doula y la experiencia que la llevó a la partería 18:27 — El modelo de cuidado de las parteras y el poder de sentirse escuchada 26:54 — Por qué el parto también es una experiencia cultural y política 31:11 — Derechos humanos, maternidad y por qué hablar de estos temas también es político 35:15 — La realidad de la salud materna y el acceso al cuidado en Puerto Rico 38:18 — Posparto, salud mental materna y la importancia del acompañamiento 39:37 — ¿Qué significa realmente la justicia reproductiva? 44:15 — Ronda rápida 45:32 — ¿El cuidado es un derecho o un privilegio? 46:18 — ¿Estamos desconectados de nuestros propios cuerpos? 47:30 — Criar una generación que confíe en su cuerpo y en su voz 49:08 — Proyectos de Paloma y dónde encontrarla
S6 · E7
September 3 · 37 min
Hit by a 110 MPH Foul Ball, 16 Weeks Pregnant | Michelle Margaux (Part 2)
She got hit by a 110 mph foul ball to the head. She was 16 weeks pregnant. And nobody at the ballpark knew either thing. In Part 2 of this conversation, Katia Reguero Lindor continues her conversation with Emmy Award-winning sports reporter and SNY host Michelle Margaux. Michelle opens up about how motherhood made her more confident at work but less confident in other parts of her life, why she and her husband are already planning for how they'll parent differently, and the moment she had to compartmentalize her father's declining health while asking players about their home run celebrations, five minutes apart. She also shares the story behind one of the most surreal moments of her career: getting hit in the head by a line drive foul ball while 16 weeks pregnant, hiding both the injury and the pregnancy from everyone around her in the moment, and going back to work anyway. Michelle and Katia talk about privacy in the social media age, letting go of the instinct to protect your kids from everything, and the advice Michelle's dad gave her that changed the entire trajectory of her life. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Welcome to Part 2 with Michelle Margaux 01:33 - Motherhood made me more confident 03:53 - Motherhood grounds you and uproots you at once 07:07 - Striving for imperfect perfection 07:53 - Being on the same page as your partner 13:33 - Prepare them, don't shield them 20:52 - Why she doesn't post her son's face 23:12 - Hiding her pregnancy 27:40 - Balance is a myth 30:31 - Hit by a 110 MPH foul ball, 16 weeks pregnant 34:20 - The advice her dad gave her
S7 · E5
August 27 · 29 min
Interviewing Athletes, Raising a Son, and Everything In Between with Michelle Margaux (Part 1)
Can you become a mother without losing the woman you were before? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Emmy Award-winning sports reporter and SNY host ⁠Michelle Margaux⁠ joins ⁠Katia Lindor⁠ for an honest discussion about working motherhood, identity, ambition, partnership, and raising boys. Michelle opens up about the vulnerability she never expected from becoming a mom, the pressure women face to choose between career and motherhood, and why no one seems to ask fathers whether they’re afraid of “losing themselves” to parenthood. She also shares the behind-the-scenes reality of balancing a demanding career in sports media with a husband who works an opposite schedule—and how their partnership makes it all possible. As a woman working in a male-dominated industry, Michelle reflects on how those experiences are shaping the son she hopes to raise: one who leads with empathy, challenges stereotypes, and stands up for what’s right. A candid conversation about motherhood and career, gender roles, marriage, raising boys, and finding space for both ambition and presence. Tune in next week for Part 2 of Katia and Michelle’s conversation. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. ⁠SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel⁠ for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. ⁠⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠⁠ is a ⁠⁠Studio Dama⁠⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact ⁠marina@studiodamadesign.com⁠ or send a DM to ⁠⁠@studio.dama.design⁠⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Intro 02:45 - Today's quote 03:42 - Meet Michelle Margaux 05:38 - The unapparent truth of parenting 08:29 - The fear of losing yourself 11:11 - We're never doing everything right 12:08 - The double standard in sports media 13:35 - The camaraderie of becoming a parent 14:12 - Postpartum depression 19:20 - Two ships passing in the night 22:03 - Raising a boy with depth 24:27 - Raising a feminist son 26:21 - Who you marry really matters 27:26 - Craving a quieter life
S7 · E4
August 13 · 26 min
"Amar a tus hijos es romper los patrones que te hicieron daño" con Astrid Rivera (Parte 2)
¿Cómo sanamos nuestras propias heridas sin convertirlas en heridas de nuestros hijos? En la segunda parte de esta conversación con Astrid Rivera, Katia y Astrid profundizan en lo que significa sanar mientras criamos. Astrid habla con vulnerabilidad sobre su experiencia como sobreviviente de abuso sexual infantil, la soledad que marcó esos años y cómo la maternidad la ha llevado a reflexionar sobre trauma generacional, crianza consciente y romper patrones familiares. También conversan sobre una de las transiciones más agridulces de la maternidad: aprender a soltar. Mientras su hijo mayor se prepara para irse a la universidad, Astrid comparte cómo está aprendiendo a transformar la preocupación en confianza y a celebrar todo lo que ha sembrado durante años de crianza. Una conversación sobre maternidad, sanación, trauma, romper ciclos generacionales y confiar en nuestros hijos cuando llega el momento de dejarlos volar. Puedes encontrar a Astrid y seguir sus proyectos/causas en ⁠@astridriveratv⁠ , ⁠@feel.organization⁠ , ⁠@reposheshop - Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Parte 2 con Astrid Rivera 01:31 - Patrones que vienen de generaciones pasadas 03:52 - Sanar mientras crías: reparenting 04:29 - Mi agresor falleció el año pasado 07:53 - Lo que hubiese querido de niña 09:08 - El abuso sexual mata en silencio 11:50 - La etapa de soltar a los hijos 15:25 - Lo estás haciendo maravilloso 15:56 - Romper los patrones que te hicieron daño 17:32 - Transformar la preocupación en certeza 19:23 - Rapid fire questions 23:09 - Los proyectos de Astrid Rivera 24:03 - FEEL: sanación del abuso sexual infantil
S7 · E3
August 6 · 36 min
Criar sin miedo: sanar traumas y romper ciclos generacionales con Astrid Rivera (Parte 1)
¿Cómo criamos desde nuestras experiencias sin hacer que nuestros hijos carguen con heridas que no les pertenecen? En este episodio, Katia conversa con la periodista, emprendedora y madre de tres Astrid Rivera sobre las muchas transformaciones que llegan con la maternidad. Astrid habla de su reciente decisión de alejarse de un trabajo que alguna vez representó un sueño para hacer espacio para una nueva etapa, estar más presente con sus hijos y reencontrarse consigo misma fuera de los títulos profesionales. Como sobreviviente de abuso sexual infantil, Astrid también comparte cómo ha aprendido a criar sin convertir su propio trauma en el miedo de sus hijos. Juntas, hablan sobre consentimiento, autonomía corporal, conversaciones difíciles, pedirles perdón a nuestros hijos y la responsabilidad de romper patrones generacionales mientras seguimos sanando nuestras propias heridas. Y mientras su hijo mayor se prepara para dejar el hogar, Astrid reflexiona sobre otro duelo silencioso de la maternidad: criar a nuestros hijos para el mundo y, eventualmente, tener el valor de dejarlos ir. Una conversación profundamente vulnerable sobre maternidad, trauma, sanación, crianza consciente, consentimiento, ciclos generacionales y el amor que permanece incluso mientras todo cambia. Puedes encontrar a Astrid y seguir sus proyectos/causas en @astridriveratv , @feel.organization , @reposheshop Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Highlights: el inicio de una historia reveladora. 03:55 – "Tus hijos son tuyos, pero no te pertenecen". 04:39 – El duelo constante de la maternidad y dejar ir etapas. 08:26 – Renunciar al trabajo de los sueños por alineación y paz. 12:44 – Los niños no quieren una mamá perfecta, sino una mamá feliz. 15:53 – "Para los muelles de mi cama": el poder de la pausa sin culpas. 19:43 – Romper ciclos: que los hijos no carguen con traumas heredados. 21:25 – Sobrevivir al abuso infantil y negarse a criar desde el miedo. 25:17 – Consentimiento en casa: el derecho a decir que no a besos y abrazos. 26:30 – Sexualización infantil disfrazada de bromas de adultos. 31:51 – La búsqueda en Google: cómo explicar tu historia de abuso a tus hijos. 34:44 – Predicar con el ejemplo: deconstruir las críticas al cuerpo ajeno.
S7 · E2
July 23 · 29 min
Garrison Hayes on Raising Boys, Positive Masculinity & Parenting with Hope (Pt. 2)
How do we raise children who are compassionate, courageous, and prepared to make the world better than they found it? In Part 2 of Katia Lindor's conversation with award-winning journalist and creator Garrison Hayes, the discussion turns to one of parenting's greatest responsibilities: the values we model every day. Together, they explore raising boys in the age of social media, confronting harmful ideas about masculinity, and why emotional vulnerability may be one of the greatest gifts a father can give his son. Katia and Garrison also reflect on the fears that come with parenting in today's political climate, the importance of teaching history, the power of representation, and why hope is an act of courage. Throughout the conversation, they remind us that children don't just learn from what we tell them—they learn from who they see us become. Whether you're raising sons, daughters, or simply trying to become the kind of adult you hope your children emulate, this episode is an invitation to lead with compassion, intention, and hope. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Garryson Hayes (Part 2) 01:19 - Parenting between love and fear 03:06 - Our grandparents survived worse 04:52 - Why they're erasing history 06:35 - "Peculiar institution" 09:20 - Raising a Black boy in America 10:25 - Lessons from Garrison's father 11:40 - Making sure your son sees himself everywhere 15:18 - How do you keep them from Andrew Tate? 16:46 - 2 clicks from the manosphere 17:46 - Now I'm a boy mom and it terrifies me 18:08 - Why aren't we raising better boys? 21:02 - How fatherhood changed masculinity 23:05 - The performance of masculinity is exhausting 25:00 - Redefining vulnerability as strength 25:52 - Rapid fire questions 28:09 - Where to find Garrison Hayes
S7 · E1
July 16 · 37 min
Garrison Hayes on Becoming a First-Time Dad | Season 7 Premiere (Pt. 1)
What does becoming a father reveal about who you are—and who you hope to become? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, award-winning journalist and creator Garrison Hayes joins Katia Lindor to reflect on the unexpected realities of first-time fatherhood. Together, they explore the isolation of early parenthood, the mental load of the postpartum season, supporting a breastfeeding partner, and how becoming parents has reshaped their relationships, careers, and sense of purpose. The conversation also turns to the world their children are inheriting. From history and representation to raising compassionate, courageous kids in today's political climate, Katia and Garrison discuss the responsibility of modeling the values we hope to pass on to the next generation. Whether you're navigating new parenthood or simply thinking deeply about the kind of world you're helping create, this episode is an honest reminder that parenting is less about perfection—and more about presence, partnership, and intentionality. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Tune in next week for Part 2, where Katia and Garrison dive into positive masculinity, raising boys, emotional vulnerability, and the influence of social media on the next generation. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES:
S6 · E13
March 6 · 48 min
Love > Hate | Mic Flip with Katia & Marina
Katia sits down with her producer, Marina, to reflect on the most meaningful lessons from the season’s conversations. Together, they revisit the powerful themes that emerged from interviews with activists, educators, public service officials, journalists, and parents navigating complex social realities. From dismantling rigid gender norms and raising emotionally healthy boys, to modeling activism for the next generation, this episode explores what it means to parent with intention in an increasingly polarized world. Katia opens up about how her own upbringing shaped her values, the responsibility that comes with privilege, and why empathy—especially the kind that extends beyond our own communities—is essential to raising compassionate children. Along the way, the conversation revisits key moments from the season’s guests: immigrant advocates using storytelling as resistance, journalists reporting on difficult truths while protecting their families, mothers navigating invisible labor and caregiving, and philosophers reminding us that ethics is a responsibility we all share. Ultimately, this episode asks a simple but profound question: What values are we passing on to the next generation—and how do we model them every day? If this season has shown anything, it’s that parenting doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It lives at the intersection of culture, policy, community, and the deeply human work of raising thoughtful, empathetic people. - Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ - 00:00 — Introduction 01:00 — Why Season 6 Felt Different 04:00 — Raising Boys Beyond Gender Norms (Payal Desai episode) 07:00 — The Male Loneliness Epidemic 11:00 — Modeling Activism for Our Children (Catalina Rubio MacWright episode) 13:00 — Radical Empathy as a Core Value 17:00 — Cultural Identity and Latinx Representation (Julissa Arce episode) 19:00 — Parenting in a World of Difficult News (Benjamín Zamora episode) 21:00 — Digital Activism and Young Mothers (Vanessa Diosdado episode) 25:00 — Career Identity, Motherhood, and Purpose 28:00 — Privilege, Advocacy, and Responsibility (Haley Williams Pepper episode) 33:00 — Caregiving, Disability, and Being Seen (Cristina Pocta episode) 39:00 — Ethics and Parenting (Dr. Gisela Reyes / Dr. J. Colin McQuillan episodes) 44:00 — What Katia Hopes Listeners Take Away 47:00 — Closing Thoughts
S6 · E12
February 23 · 29 min
En casa con Los Lindor - Bad Bunny, Heated Rivalry, Familia y más!
¿Tres hijos, spring training, Bad Bunny, la serie “demasiado explícita” que invadió nuestras redes? Sí, ya saben de cual hablamos. Éste es el finale. En este episodio, Katia y Francisco profundizan sobre la transición a familia de cinco, lo difícil que se pone cuando los hijos ya pueden decir “no te vayas”, la importancia de validar emociones (aunque seas hombre y digas que “estás bien”), y cómo criar niños que puedan sostener dos verdades a la vez. PERO… Además de lo profundo, discuten los temas más virales del momento. Porque no podíamos terminar la temporada sin saber qué pensaron los Lindor acerca del Benito Bowl, y qué pensó Francisco acerca de Heated Rivalry. Un episodio corto, divertido, pero con esas conversaciones que solo pasan cuando se baja la guardia. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Transición a familia de cinco y nueva temporada 02:30 – Lo más difícil de esta etapa: cuando ya pueden decir “quédate” 10:00 – Vulnerabilidad masculina y aprender a decir “esto está duro” 11:30 – Bad Bunny, orgullo cultural y lágrimas contenidas 14:00 – Música, lenguaje y cómo explicar contexto a los niños 16:00 – No hay secretos en casa: conversación > censura 19:30 – La serie controversial y el debate inesperado 26:00 – Lo que más valoran de su dinámica familiar 27:00 – Criar como equipo (y no como enemigos internos)
S6 · E11
January 22 · 49 min
The Ethics of Parenting: A Philosophy Professor on Truth, Values, and Modern Fatherhood
What happens when an ethics professor becomes a parent? In this deeply personal conversation, Katia reunites with her former college professor, Dr. J. Colin McQuillan, to explore the intersection of philosophical thinking and real-world parenting. As chair of the Philosophy Department at St. Mary’s University, Colin has spent his career examining ethical frameworks and moral theory. But becoming a father to his six-year-old daughter brought challenges that no textbook could prepare him for—from navigating the unpredictability of childhood to confronting the relentless nature of 24/7 caregiving. This episode tackles the big questions parents face today: How do we raise ethically grounded children in an age of misinformation and political polarization? What role do fathers play in reshaping traditional gender roles and emotional labor in families? And how can we teach our children to care about truth and justice when the world often feels overwhelming? Through candid reflections on everything from his daughter’s unexpected love of fashion to the deeper struggles of teaching children right from wrong, Colin offers a philosophical perspective on parenting that is both intellectually rigorous and refreshingly honest. Whether you’re a parent grappling with how to talk to your kids about difficult topics, an educator thinking about moral development, or simply someone interested in ethics and family life, this conversation will challenge you to think more deeply about the values we pass on to the next generation. --- Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Katia Catch-Up 05:05 - Opening tradition: The unapparent truth of parenting 09:16 - From theory to reality 18:31 - Teaching values in a troubled world 21:45 - Navigating difficult conversations: Age-appropriate ways to talk to children about racism, war, inequality, and injustice while balancing protection with honest education 37:21 - Modern fatherhood and gender roles 43:22 - The misinformation challenge 44:26 - The most important value 46:29 - Current projects and closing
S6 · E10
January 8 · 44 min
No Tienes Hijos Pero Igual Crías: La Responsabilidad Colectiva | Gisela Reyes PhD
En este episodio, Katia conversa con su amiga de universidad, Gisela Reyes, candidata doctoral en Filosofía especializada en filosofía social y política, pensamiento feminista latino y epistemologías de la resistencia. Esta conversación entre dos amigas, una ya siendo madre y otra no, explora cómo TODOS participamos en la crianza de las futuras generaciones. Gisela comparte su perspectiva sobre por qué el cuidado y la resistencia política son actos de amor colectivo, la importancia de normalizar conversaciones políticas incómodas, y cómo el lenguaje inclusivo construye un mundo más justo. Una charla profunda sobre resistencia, esperanza y nuestra responsabilidad compartida de dejar un mejor mundo para quienes vienen después de nosotros. Que lo disfruten! --- Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Katia Catch-Up 03:38 - Conociendo a Gisela: trayectoria de leyes a filosofía 08:52 - Feminismos latinos y filosofía de la diáspora 12:04 - El cuidado colectivo y la responsabilidad compartida en la crianza 16:34 - La resistencia como maratón: lecciones del triatlón aplicadas a la justicia social 20:03 - Normalizando las conversaciones políticas incómodas 24:27 - Prácticas para una crianza consciente y antirracista 27:12 - El diálogo y la fricción epistemológica: crecer a través de la incomodidad 32:05 - Qué nos da esperanza en tiempos difíciles 35:03 - Construyendo alianzas y cambiando mentes 37:01 - El poder del lenguaje inclusivo y respetuoso 43:13 - Reflexiones finales y despedidas
S6 · E9
Dec 4, 2025 · 39 min
How Parenthood is Shaping Policy: A Conversation with Senator Ruben Gallego & Sydney Gallego
What does it mean to raise a family while also serving your country? In this episode of The Unaparent, Katia sits down with Senator Ruben Gallego and his wife, Sydney Gallego, for a conversation that goes far beyond politics. They talk candidly about the realities of parenting three young children while navigating the demands of public life. From breaking cycles of fatherhood to confronting the maternal health crisis, Senator Gallego shares how personal experiences have informed his legislative priorities—including the Dads Matter Act and postpartum Medicaid expansion. Sydney brings her own insights as a maternal health advocate and mother navigating the emotional terrain of postpartum identity and civic engagement. In a country where gun violence is rampant, childcare is out of reach for many, and parental support remains a luxury instead of a given, this episode serves as a welcome reminder that some elected officials are fighting to change that. It’s a reflection of how public service, at its best, begins at home. Because sometimes, being a good parent is one of the most radical and impactful forms of leadership. 🌸 Topics covered: Fatherhood, masculinity & breaking generational cycles Maternal health & postpartum policy in America Raising kids in an era of gun violence Navigating political life as a family What gives them hope and what they’re fighting for 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Introduction & Guest Bios 02:45 – Unapparent Truths of Parenting 05:20 – How Their Upbringings Shaped Their Parenting Values 08:35 – Early Parenting Fears & Breaking Generational Cycles 12:05 – Legislation Inspired by Lived Experience (Postpartum, Dads Matter Act) 14:40 – What the U.S. Gets Wrong About Postpartum Care 17:30 – The Economic Reality of Raising Children 19:00 – Parenting as Civic Duty & Government Support 21:10 – Gun Violence & Sending Kids to School in Fear 26:50 – Raising Kids in the Public Eye 30:00 – Modeling Presence & Prioritizing Family 33:00 – Navigating Campaigns, Sacrifice, and Support at Home 34:50 – What Gives Them Hope as Parents 38:00 – Final Reflections & Advocacy Plugs (March of Dimes, Children’s Museum of Phoenix)
S6 · E8
Nov 20, 2025 · 33 min
Cuando la maternidad te pone a prueba — con Cristina Pocta
¿Qué significa realmente ser madre cuando el sistema no está diseñado para ti ni para tus hijos? En este emotivo episodio, Katia conversa con Cristina Pocta—puertorriqueña/dominicana, madre de tres, y fundadora de la organización sin fines de lucro @seen_nonprofit — sobre el poder del cuidado, la dignidad y la comunidad. Cristina es madre de dos hijos con espina bífida y uno adoptado, y ha convertido su experiencia con la discapacidad, el agotamiento y la fe, en un acto de cuidado colectivo: brindar a otras familias el regalo del descanso. A través de anécdotas conmovedoras y reflexiones profundas, Cristina habla sobre: 🌍 cómo navegar un sistema de salud desigual 🧠 el dolor de ver a tus hijos ser excluidos ❤️‍🩹 el propósito detrás del sufrimiento 🛏️ la importancia del descanso como acto de resistencia 🫶 y cómo la fe y la comunidad le han dado esperanza Un episodio que no solo honra a las madres cuidadoras, sino que también nos invita a ver, sentir y actuar con más empatía. 🎁 En esta época de fiestas, pueden brindarle el regalo del descanso a una familia que lo necesita a través de youareseen.org Te invitamos a seguir la historia de Cristina y muchas otras familias a través de @seen_757 y @seen_nonprofit. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia Catch Up + Presentación de Cristina Pocta y su historia familiar 03:30 – Una “verdad no aparente” de la crianza 05:30 – Criar dos hijos con espina bífida y uno adoptado 07:15 – El diagnóstico prenatal y los primeros años 10:00 – La maternidad como un acto de sanación 13:00 – Acceso al sistema médico y desigualdad estructural 16:30 – La soledad en el proceso de cuidado 19:00 – Lo que sí funciona: comunidad y pequeños actos de empatía 22:00 – El origen de SEEN y su propósito 25:30 – ¿Qué significa “el regalo del descanso”? 28:00 – El poder transformador de ayudar a otros 30:00 – El legado que Cristina quiere dejar en sus hijos 32:00 – Cómo apoyar a SEEN y dónde encontrar más recursos 33:00 – Cierre y agradecimientos
S6 · E7
Nov 13, 2025 · 36 min
The Truth About Wellness Culture: Moms Are Set Up to Fail with Haley Williams Pepper
What does wellness really look like for mothers—beyond the supplements, routines, and influencer checklists? In this powerful episode of The Unaparent, Katia sits down with Haley Williams Pepper—a birth and postpartum doula, activist, mom of two, fellow WAG and host of the Detoxed podcast—to deconstruct the mainstream wellness industry and explore the systemic failures of women’s health care in the U.S. They also discuss what it’s like to navigate public life as WAGs and as vocal political/social advocates within these typically conservative spaces. They get candid about the privileges and responsibilities that come with having a platform, and how to raise children who lead with radical empathy. If you’ve ever felt unseen as a mother, or unheard as an advocate, this one is for you. Topics covered: ❤️‍🩹 What’s broken in women’s wellness culture 📢 The myth of “neutrality” and speaking up as a white-passing woman 🤫 How political silence harms moms and their kids 🏥 The postpartum support moms really need 🧠 Mental health, medical misinformation & maternal rage 🌱 Raising kind, empathetic kids in a divided world Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia Catch-up & reflections on platform, privilege, and purpose 02:45 – Guest intro: Haley Williams Pepper 03:11 – Unapparent truths 05:05 – Navigating public life as WAGs & vocal advocates in conservative spaces 07:13 – Social media as activism & the privilege of having a voice 10:43 – Productive rage, motherhood, and redefining wellness 12:08 – What brought Haley to doula work & care advocacy 17:04 – Informed consent, midwifery, and flawed medical models 19:35 – Debunking toxic wellness and unattainable “self-care” 22:16 – Formula companies, lobbying, and systemic postpartum failures 26:03 – Birthrate panic vs real policy solutions 27:07 – What values Haley is most intentional about passing on 29:03 – Radical empathy as a parenting framework 30:21 – White-passing privilege, integrity, and voice 32:41 – Haley’s podcast “Detox” and final thoughts
S6 · E6
Nov 6, 2025 · 37 min
De inmigrante a congresista: la historia de Norma Torres
En este poderoso episodio de The Unaparent, la Congresista Norma Torres se une a Katia para una conversación íntima sobre maternidad, política, inmigración, y la lucha por la justicia social en Estados Unidos. Desde sus inicios como operadora del 911 hasta llegar al Congreso, Norma comparte cómo su experiencia como madre inmigrante ha moldeado su visión del liderazgo y su lucha por una política pública más humana: desde el acceso a la salud materna, vivienda digna, y cuidado infantil, hasta su defensa incansable por las familias migrantes. Tocamos temas como: 🤰🏽 La crisis de salud materna en comunidades latinas y afroamericanas ❤️‍🩹 Cómo el trauma migratorio impacta a niñas y niños 💪 El legado de las madres en la política 🌱 Cómo criar con conciencia en un país donde muchas veces el sistema falla 🎧 Disponible ya en Spotify, Apple Podcasts, y YouTube. Pueden mantenerse al tanto del trabajo de la Congresista a través de su IG @repnormatorres y su página web torres.house.gov. — Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia “Catch-up” + presentación de la invitada, Congresista Norma Torres 02:45 – Una “verdad no aparente” de la maternidad 06:10 – De inmigrante guatemalteca a congresista 10:22 – Ser madre trabajadora sin red de apoyo 14:00 – La necesidad urgente de políticas públicas que cuiden 18:00 – Cómo usar tu voz cuando sientes que no puedes más 21:10 – Crisis de salud materna y acceso desigual a servicios 24:40 – El costo de no participar en política 28:00 – Trauma migratorio, separación familiar y resiliencia 31:45 – Crianza con conciencia en tiempos difíciles 34:15 – Legado, esperanza y el valor de alzar la voz 36:00 – Dónde seguir y apoyar el trabajo de la Congresista Torres
S6 · E5
Oct 30, 2025 · 31 min
How a Teen Mom Became the Voice of a Generation with Vanessa Diosdado
Vanessa Diosdado is a Gen Z political content creator, Latina activist, and mom who is shifting the cultural and political conversation one viral video at a time. In this episode of The Unaparent, Vanessa joins host Katia Reguero Lindor to share her journey—from becoming a teen mom during her freshman year of college to building a powerful platform that advocates for immigrant rights, reproductive justice, and working-class families. As a first-generation Mexican-American from rural Texas, Vanessa breaks down what it really means to raise children in a country where the systems designed to support parents often fall short. What you’ll hear: What people get wrong about young moms What it means to grow up in a mixed status household The emotional labor of being a digital voice for your community Personal stories on navigating healthcare & childcare deserts How Gen Z is redefining activism with humor, honesty, and heart Whether you're a parent, advocate, or simply navigating this complex political moment—Vanessa’s voice will leave you inspired and informed. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ Show Notes: 00:00 – Katia Catch-Up & Guest Intro 06:00 – Unapparent Truth of Parenting 07:00 – Vanessa’s Story: Teen Motherhood, College, and Cultural Identity 11:00 – Misconceptions About Young Moms & Childcare Struggles 15:00 – Healthcare Challenges & Navigating Her Partner’s Leukemia 18:00 – Using Social Media as a Tool for Advocacy 22:00 – Emotional Toll of Being a Digital Voice 23:00 – Most Urgent Issues: Immigration & Reproductive Rights 25:00 – The Intersection of Motherhood and Politics 28:00 – Final Reflections: What She Hopes Parents Remember 29:30 – Plugs: What Vanessa’s Working on & Where to Follow Her
S6 · E4
Oct 23, 2025 · 34 min
Criar entre tiroteos y titulares — con Benjamín Zamora
“¿Qué implica ser periodista de temas difíciles y, al mismo tiempo, mantener un espacio emocional seguro para la paternidad?” Esa es una de las preguntas que le hicimos a Benjamín Zamora (@benjaminzg) —reportero independiente con millones de seguidores y papá de tres— mientras intenta navegar su trabajo y su paternidad en medio de tiroteos, redadas de ICE, y crisis humanitarias. En este episodio, Katia y Benjamín conversan sobre lo que significa criar en un país donde los niños enfrentan realidades cada vez más duras desde pequeños. Lo que escucharás: Anécdotas de un periodista y padre de cómo maneja el trauma secundario en casa Discusiones sobre algunos de los asuntos más pertinentes hoy día: las redadas de ICE, el aumento en los precios de alimentos y los tiroteos escolares. Qué enseñanzas saca Benjamín de cubrir tragedias Por qué contar historias sí cambia cosas Cómo proteger la niñez sin dejar de hablarles con la verdad Una conversación profundamente humana, para cualquiera que esté criando en este mundo donde la ternura convive con la tragedia. — Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia Catch-up (con Amapola y Kalina) y presentación de Benjamín Zamora 03:15 – Una verdad no aparente de la crianza 05:16 – Lo que lo llevó al periodismo social 08:26 – Lo más difícil y valioso de contar historias humanas 10:04 – Impacto de las políticas migratorias en familias 13:12 – Quiénes pagan el precio de las deportaciones 15:14 – Inmigración y el alza en el costo de vida 19:25 – Cómo hablar con nuestros hijos sobre trauma 24:24 – El impacto emocional del periodismo como padre 26:04 – La música como desahogo emocional 29:28 – Lo que le da esperanza: compasión colectiva 31:50 – Cómo seguir su trabajo y apoyarlo
Oct 16, 2025 · 36 min
Raise Culturally Grounded Kids — with Julissa Arce
In this powerful episode of The Unaparent, bestselling author, speaker, producer, and public thinker Julissa Arce joins Katia for a deeply honest conversation about identity, parenting, and the myths of the American Dream. From growing up undocumented and climbing the ranks on Wall Street, to walking away from corporate success in pursuit of truth and justice—Julissa’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and reclaiming power. Together, we explore what it means to raise culturally rooted kids in a country that often erases our history—and how motherhood can become a political act. We discuss: Why assimilation is not the goal Teaching our kids pride in their roots How the American Dream is a myth for many Writing new narratives in books, policy, and parenting Her experience navigating motherhood, race, and visibility 🎧 Available now wherever you get your podcasts. 📚 Mentioned Books by Julissa Arce: You Sound Like a White Girl My (Underground) American Dream Someone Like Me Follow Julissa: @julissaarce Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia Catch-Up & Guest Introduction 03:00 – An Unapparent Truth of Parenting 05:10 – From Undocumented to Wall Street 08:40 – The Lie of Assimilation & Rewriting the American Dream 12:10 – Cultural Pride, Language, and Representation 17:15 – Parenting Without a Village & Redefining Success 20:10 – Motherhood, Activism & Speaking Out 27:00 – Systems That Harm & How to Create Change 32:50 – What Gives You Hope? Final Reflections
S6 · E2
Oct 9, 2025 · 45 min
Cómo hablar de injusticia con tus hijos: arte, empatía y derechos — con Carolina Rubio MacWright
¿Qué significa criar hijos en medio de un sistema que deshumaniza? En este poderoso episodio de The Unaparent, hablamos con Carolina Rubio MacWright—abogada de inmigración, artista, activista y madre—sobre cómo convierte el trauma colectivo en comunidad, arte y sanación. Desde su experiencia como migrante colombiana en EE. UU. hasta la creación de Touching Land, Carolina nos guía por las complejidades de criar con consciencia social, enseñar derechos a través de la cerámica, y sanar a través del activismo. 🌸 Conversamos sobre: Cómo el arte puede ser resistencia legal y emocional La crianza con equidad vs. igualdad El impacto emocional del trabajo legal en la maternidad Derechos inalienables y la intuición materna Cómo inculcar empatía en nuestros hijos en un mundo injusto Y por qué todos tenemos un papel en la transformación social 👉 Escucha este episodio si eres padre, madre, migrante, activista, artista o simplemente un ser humano buscando construir un mundo más justo. Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Un-a-Parent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia Catch-up y presentación de Carolina Rubio MacWright 02:32 – Una verdad no evidente sobre la maternidad 06:05 – El viaje migratorio de Carolina y su visión de justicia 10:15 – El trauma legal y su impacto en la crianza 14:08 – Derechos, dignidad y crianza con propósito 17:40 – ¿Igualdad o equidad? Enseñanzas a sus hijos 21:00 – El arte como espacio para reimaginar comunidad 25:30 – Crianza en medio del caos: intuición, empatía y límites 29:15 – Los talleres de Touching Land y la conexión humana 33:45 – El futuro: lo que Carolina quiere dejar como legado 37:00 – Cierre, agradecimientos y recursos
S6 · E1
Oct 2, 2025 · 42 min
How to Raise Empathetic, Emotionally Aware Boys — with Payal Desai
Beyond “boys will be boys”: practical ways to raise empathetic, emotionally intelligent boys—at home and school. Payal Desai joins Katia with tools that work. Follow for more. What does it really take to raise kind, emotionally aware boys in a world still shaped by patriarchy and outdated gender roles? To kick off Season 6 of The Unaparent, Katia sits down with viral creator and educator Payal Desai—known online for her powerful “Dusty Son” series. In this episode, they discuss the pressures and possibilities of raising boys differently, how her background as a teacher influences her parenting, and what it’s like to share that journey online as a South Asian mom. They also touch on: The myth of “boys will be boys” The importance of modeling emotional intelligence What schools are getting wrong—and how to do better Her transition out of the classroom and into digital advocacy What she hopes her sons carry into adulthood Don’t miss this powerful and heartfelt start to a season that dives deep into the intersections of caregiving, identity, and justice. 📲 Follow Payal: @payalforstyle Don’t forget to FOLLOW the podcast on Instagram and TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for all the unapparent content you never knew you needed. 📺 ⁠The Unaparent Podcast⁠ is a ⁠Studio Dama⁠ production. For production, sponsorship, and ad inquiries contact marina@studiodamadesign.com or send a DM to ⁠@studio.dama.design⁠ SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Katia Catch-Up & Guest Introduction 02:45 – An Unapparent Truth of Parenting 06:10 – The Journey into Motherhood & Virality 10:22 – Raising Gentle Boys in a "Toughen Up" Culture 14:00 – The "Rowdy Boy" Trope and Language Shifts at Home 17:36 – Challenging Gender Roles as a South Asian Mom 21:12 – Leaving the Classroom, Finding New Purpose 24:50 – Teaching Through Social Media: The Weight of Visibility 29:05 – Hope & Legacy: What Payal Wants for Her Sons 33:30 – Final Reflections & Plug

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