How Tina Rodriguez uses Barbie doll to empower Latinas and squash stereotypes

By Anna Martinez When we hear Barbie, we often think of a blonde blue-eyed model. Latina Tina Rodriguez is working to change that stereotype and showcase Barbie’s diversity. Rodriguez, Associate Prepack Manager for Barbie and Girl Brands at Mattel Inc., understands that being a Latina who works within her community is extremely important. Outside of…

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Virtual Cafecito Chat with Neutrogena, Sports Journalist MJ Acosta, & Dr. Laura Scott

Latinitas had the opportunity to attend a virtual chat hosted by Neutrogena, ESPN anchor/sports journalist MJ Acosta, and Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Laura Scott. With other fellow Latinas in media in attendance, the virtual event consisted of talks regarding sports and the crossover into skincare plus the benefits of Neutrogena products for us Latinas. Recommended by…

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Q&A With Actor Raúl Castillo

By Laura Donnelly AUSTIN, Tx.—Actor Raúl Castillo is best known for his roles in “We the Animals,” “Atypical,” “Looking” and “Vida.” Before he was seen on the big screen, he grew up in the Rio Grande Valley in the city of  McAllen, located in South Texas.  In the below interview, Castillo discusses his upbringing, culture…

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Mañana es lunes.

Mañana es martes  y yo aquí reviviendo el domingo en que hablamos por última vez.  Se fue viernes ahora es miércoles;  estoy perdiendo la noción del tiempo.   Mamá me llama para preguntar si estoy bien ,  con un simple,  “claro que si” le ocultó esta tristeza que me carcome por dentro.  Es viernes de…

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La Mujer Creative Brings Marketing & Content Creation To San Antonio

For Morgan Taplin and Stephanie Garza, they are ecstatic about their entrepreneurial journey in starting their San Antonio-based agency, La Mujer Creative. A newly launched business, the agency focuses on helping local businesses with a variety of needs such as content creation, branding, graphic design, social media management, community engagement, and more. Speaking more on…

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