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What happens when artists, organizers, and community leaders gather to reflect on survival, resistance, joy, and the future of cultural work? Ritzy P is joined by Evonne Gallardo and Colony Little for a conversation that spans years of shared dialogue, unpacking the evolving realities facing BIPOC, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and grassroots artists navigating political uncertainty, funding cuts, and the ongoing fight for community care. Together, they explore how art functions as communication, dissent, healing, and liberation, moving from underground creative movements and artist residencies to sacred anger, accountability, systemic change, and the radical act of finding joy while building something sustainable. This episode is a reminder: artists aren't separate from social transformation. They're often the ones imagining and modeling what comes next. Topics include: arts funding cuts and their impact on marginalized communities, underground creative movements and grassroots organizing, art as dissent, healing, and liberation, sacred anger as generative creative energy, and accountability, community care, and sustainability for artists. Resources and Mentions: QuiltCon: https://quiltcon.com/ Jupiter Magazine: https://jupitermagazine.com/ Self Help Graphics & Art: https://selfhelpgraphics.com/ MoMA Emerging Artists Program: https://www.moma.org/ Evonne Gallardo: https://evonnegallardo.com Culture Shock Art: https://www.instagram.com/culture_shock_art/ Apple TV's The Studio: https://tv.apple.com/ Black Panther: Power to the People Documentary: https://www.tressiemc.com/power-to-the-people Connect: Evonne Gallardo: https://twitter.com/EvonneGallardo Colony Little: https://twitter.com/ColonyLittleWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

The Nerd Out is Back with Lisa Jenkins and Ritzy P In this episode Movies, TV, Books, Ritzy’s REAL TALK AI 3 week virtual workshop. Use code NERDOUT for $100 off and how it was streaming live on purpose this time. WTYM LINKSWTYM YouTube Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order Mental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITWTYM Favorite Products SUPPORT VIA OUR SPONSORS WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

Word To Your Mama – RELATIVES Episode | Ritzy + Nyysha It’s been a minute, but the RELATIVES is back! In this episode, Ritzy Periwinkle and Nyysha reconnect for a convo full of laughs, real talk, and powerful moments of reflection. In this episode: • What’s bringing us joy right now in the midst of the chaos • What Hillman Tok is and did Nyysha finish her African Herbalism 101 class. • A milestone moment: Nyysha’s son (and Ritzy’s godson!) turns 30 • Ritzy shares the wild truth about discovering she’s been using the wrong legal name for 49 years. How did she even get a passport, license, or social security card?! Relatives, a podcast within a podcast.  Relatives explores the  history of when a 1st generation Mexican girl and a Black girl meet in South Bay San Diego and become Relatives. We discuss Black and Brown unity, Hip Hop, overcoming trauma, crazy movie type moments navigating life and much more. Black and Brown Unity POR VIDA. New episodes monthly. EPISODE LINKSCommunity ResourcesWomen in the Web3 Space: Inclusive Futures WTYM LINKSWTYM YouTube Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order Mental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITWTYM Favorite Products SUPPORT VIA OUR SPONSORS WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

This episode of Word To Your Mama was recorded in response to the collective trauma, grief, and anxiety many people are experiencing in this moment, particularly as policies, rhetoric, and decisions from the current U.S. administration are impacting families, communities, and children. Ritzy P is joined by therapist and community healer Araceli Vidales to create space for processing what so many are feeling but struggling to name. Together, they explore how collective stress shows up in the nervous system, how children absorb fear and uncertainty from their environments, and why community care and ancestral wisdom are essential tools during times of instability. The conversation examines generational trauma and generational wisdom, the role of culturally grounded therapy, and the importance of addressing mental health without gaslighting ourselves or our children. Araceli and Ritzy also discuss parenting through difficult conversations, breaking cycles of shame and silence, and finding grounding practices that support resilience rather than avoidance. This episode is not about partisan debate. It is about mental health, emotional regulation, and community healing during a time of widespread uncertainty, and about offering listeners language, tools, and validation for what they are carrying. Key Topics Covered Collective trauma, grief, and anxiety How political and social stress impacts the nervous system Children’s mental health and emotional absorption Ancestral knowledge as a grounding and therapeutic resource Community healing alongside traditional therapy Breaking generational cycles with intention and awareness EPISODE LINKSAraceli Vidales IGCultura Wellness TherapyWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

Ritzy P has a convo with Brandi Andrews, a Black and Mexican beauty industry expert to explore the deeper layers of skincare, wellness, and representation. With twenty five years of experience, Brandi shares how her journey from a rural upbringing shaped her mission to advocate for melanated skin and build a beauty ecosystem that serves Black and Brown communities. Brandi also introduces Youth Dealer, her skincare line created to support an inclusive, holistic, and culturally aware approach to beauty. Through the lens of Youth Dealer, she explains how skincare can become a sensory, healing, and empowering ritual for people who have often been overlooked by traditional beauty systems. This conversation highlights the emotional and cultural realities within the beauty world. Brandi discusses the trauma carried in beauty and wellness spaces, the lack of representation in skincare education, and the importance of caring for the whole person rather than focusing only on the skin. She also breaks down why intersectionality matters in skincare, how sensory experiences support grounding, and why investing in small businesses led by marginalized founders is essential for the future of the beauty industry. Topics Covered: Youth Dealer and community centered skincare Holistic skincare and whole person wellness Trauma in beauty and wellness spaces Melanin centered education Intersectionality in beauty Representation and barriers in the skincare industry Entrepreneurship and community investment Creating safe and inclusive beauty environments Building a beauty ecosystem for people of color EPISODE LINKSBrandi AndrewsYouth DealerWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

The Nerd Out is Back with Lisa Jenkins and Ritzy P In this episode Wound tech deep dive. Manuka honey dressings, non stick mesh, Hydro Fera Blue foam, burn care, and why advocating for yourself matters. Sanity tools. Morning meditation streaks, nature, mocktails, and community care. What we are watching. The Sopranos, Black Rabbit, The Gilded Age, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Andor chat. What we are reading. Dungeon Crawler Carl, A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Alchemist read by Jeremy Irons. The accidental live stream. How we found out in real time and plans to stream the next Nerd Out on purpose. WTYM LINKSWTYM YouTube Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order Mental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITWTYM Favorite Products SUPPORT VIA OUR SPONSORS WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

In this episode of Emerging Tech Journeys series, host Ritzy P sits down with Brian V, founder of Ohnahji U, to discuss his path from Reno, Nevada to Los Angeles and how cultural shifts shaped his mission to educate and empower Black and Brown communities through Web3 and NFTs. They explore what it means to build safe spaces in tech, the challenges of comparison culture, and how community-led innovation can create generational impact. Topics Covered: Journey from Reno to LA and cultural shock Exploring identity and community Diving into Web3 and NFTs Founding Ohnahji U Safe spaces and community building Overcoming comparison culture Legacy and future generations EPISODE LINKSOhnahji UWord To Your Mama Guest Hype song Playlist WTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

We did it! Episode 200 of Word to Your Mama with Ritzy P. What began in August 2020 as a pandemic project with my son The Supernatural Bear, became a community built on authenticity, storytelling, and taking up space. In this episode - I answer your questions, reflect on milestones, and share what is next. In this episode- The origin story of WTYM in 2020 with homeschool life and the SMB Corner- Podcasters who inspired the journey, from ‪@KevinSmith‬ Hollywood Babylon to Chris Hardwick- A candid note on early episodes and why growth matters- How I set milestones now, and why curation and rest guide the pace- Going inward and trusting myself, and how that shifted my life and work- The power of authenticity and representation, and how community opened new doors- Storytelling lessons you can use today, rooted in truth and real experience- Dream guest reveal, and why it is Kevin Smith- A quick health update on perimenopause and anxiety, plus a resource episode with Dr. Kat Brown- Shout out to a sponsor I actually use, and simple ways to support the show- What is coming next, including Emergent Tech Journeys with Brian Vaden of ‪Ohnahji U, the first HBCU on chain Resources and Mentions Dr. Kat Brown on perimenopause myths episode  Dr. Cat Brown Medical Director of Winona. ...   Sponsor: Who’s Hungry Handmade Sweet and Savory Seasoning and Handmade Jerk Seasoning https://whoshungrycatering.com/collec... Merch: Soy bruja y que and I Am My Ancestors’ Vengeance tees https://www.wordtoyourmama.com/store Newsletter for all things under the Ritzy P umbrella https://www.wordtoyourmama.com/newsle... New Podcast Starter PDF coming soon. A simple 10 to 14 page guide to help you launch with ease.WTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

What does the future hold for BIPOC, disabled, and LGBTQ+ artists in a rapidly shifting cultural and economic landscape? In this powerful annual conversation, Colony Little (arts writer + cultural worker) and Evonne Gallardo (arts consultant + nonprofit leader) return for their fourth update with Ritzy P to dive deep into: The current state of the art world through the lens of community, collaboration, and resistance How market dynamics are shifting—and who’s being left out or centered The importance of joy, nostalgia, and coping mechanisms as forms of activism Why quality in art and artistic expression still matters in movements Cultural narratives, history, and support systems for marginalized artists This episode is for anyone who believes in liberation through creativity, representation as resistance, and the power of art to reshape our futures. EPISODE LINKSGregory Cajete - Native Science: The Indigenous Mind RisingWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

Word To Your Mama – RELATIVES Episode | Ritzy + Nyysha It’s been a minute, but the RELATIVES is back! In this episode, Ritzy Periwinkle and Nyysha reconnect for a convo full of laughs, real talk, and powerful moments of reflection. In this episode: • What’s bringing us joy right now in the midst of the chaos • What Hillman Tok is and did Nyysha finish her African Herbalism 101 class. • A milestone moment: Nyysha’s son (and Ritzy’s godson!) turns 30 • Ritzy shares the wild truth about discovering she’s been using the wrong legal name for 49 years. How did she even get a passport, license, or social security card?! Relatives, a podcast within a podcast.  Relatives explores the  history of when a 1st generation Mexican girl and a Black girl meet in South Bay San Diego and become Relatives. We discuss Black and Brown unity, Hip Hop, overcoming trauma, crazy movie type moments navigating life and much more. Black and Brown Unity POR VIDA. New episodes monthly. EPISODE LINKSCommunity ResourcesWomen in the Web3 Space: Inclusive Futures WTYM LINKSWTYM YouTube Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order Mental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITWTYM Favorite Products SUPPORT VIA OUR SPONSORS WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

Emerging Tech Journeys Spotlight: Wildy Martinez: Fashion Designer, AI Artist, and Creative Entrepreneur Ritzy P sits down with Wildy Martinez, a Dominican-American fashion designer and AI artist using tech to tell powerful stories of self-acceptance, identity, and transformation. Wildy shares her personal journey growing up in NYC, navigating colorism and vitiligo, and finding healing through art. She opens up about her transition into emerging tech, from NFTs to immersive digital fashion—and how she’s reclaiming her narrative while inspiring others to do the same. This conversation dives into the power of community, the future of art and fashion, and how decentralized tech is helping creatives build legacy on their own terms. KEY THEMES Identity, healing, and self-expression through art Using NFTs and blockchain to empower artists and protect creative ownership Blending physical and digital elements in immersive fashion experiences Challenging beauty standards and celebrating cultural heritage The importance of community and collaboration in the creative process EPISODE LINKS Wildy MartinezEl Futuro y Las Flores, Medellín Colombia Women of Web3 Women in Web3: Inclusive Futures WTYM Guest Hype Songs https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78qeUKaFCpC5vrXcojv0Bp?si=be0257d3ba21435bWTYM LINKS Ritzy P Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  WTYM LINKSPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

Are you doing well financially but still feel scared when it comes to money? Do childhood memories of scarcity still shape your decisions today? Then this episode is for you. Ritzy P sits down with Catherine Oliva, founder of the Latina Millionaires Club and co-founder of Raíces of Wealth, to talk about money trauma, identity, and healing. We talk: The impact of childhood scarcity on adult money beliefs Using Human Design to make financial decisions First steps to heal your relationship with money How Raíces of Wealth supports community healing + growth EPISODE LINKSCat OlivaIG Latina Millionaires ClubIG Raices of WealthWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

This special Emerging Tech Journeys spotlight episode (Brought to you in part by Nouns) features Sandra Martinez – Founder of Women of Web3, Career Coach, Author, and Motivational Speaker. We dive deep into Sandra’s powerful journey: • From being an immigrant and working in higher ed, to earning her college and master’s degrees while raising two young sons • What drew her into emerging tech and why it’s crucial for our communities to be part of this evolving space • The founding of Women of Web3 and how she brought a group of women to speak at the United Nations • The creation of the groundbreaking book Women in Web3: Inclusive Futures featuring 7 authors from Women of Web3 – and why sharing our journeys was so emotional and affirming • How women build differently—with community, care, and the most vulnerable in mind This episode is all about honoring our paths, owning our power, and making space for others in the world of tech. The question in Spanish and in English: No hay casualidades sino destinos. No se encuentra sino lo que se busca, y se busca lo que en cierto modo está escondido en lo más profundo de nuestro corazón. Una vida con propósito es lo más valioso que podemos diseñar en el pasar por esta tierra. Y por eso estamos en este equipo juntas.  There are no coincidences, only destinies. You only find what you seek, and you seek what, in some way, is hidden in the depths of your heart. A life with purpose is the most valuable thing we can design during our time on this earth. And that's why we're on this team together. EPISODE LINKS Sandra Martinez Women of Web3 Women in Web3: Inclusive Futures WTYM Guest Hype Songs https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78qeUKaFCpC5vrXcojv0Bp?si=be0257d3ba21435bNouns DAOWTYM Community Resources PageWTYM ShopMEDIA KITWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

In this special interim episode of Word To Your Mama, we embrace the power of Joy = Resistance by sharing uplifting updates from past guests who continue to make an impact. In a world that often feels heavy, celebrating wins, big or small, is an act of defiance and resilience. EPISODE LINKSWTYM EP 170 Christina Olivarez Hustle + Social Conference WTYM EP 26 Liza & Marka27Frieze AwardWTYM EP 122 Linda GarciaLinda Garcia for TexasWTYM EP 144 The Supernatural BearWTYM EP 23 Joseph “Jazzbo” Patel Sly Lives aka the Burden of Black GeniusWTYM EP 161 Alyssa Reynoso Morris Bold, Brilliant, and Latine: Meet 52 Latine and Hispanic Heroes from Past and PresentNouns DAOWTYM Community Resources PageWTYM ShopMEDIA KITWTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]

Ritzy has a convo with with Yamara Taylor, an executive producer, TV/film writer, and the comedic genius behind some of your favorite shows like The Boondocks, Black-ish, and more. We dive deep into her journey, from discovering her Korean heritage at 15 to becoming the only female writer on The Boondocks and crafting an episode of Black-ish inspired by her own divorce. Things discussed:- Discovering she was part Korean at 15- The moment she knew comedy writing was her path- Why comedy is a superpower- How UCB sharpened her skills as a writer- Being the only woman in The Boondocks writers’ room- Writing an episode of Black-ish based on her divorce- Why she doesn’t believe in writer’s block—ADHD spinout instead? If you're an aspiring writer, comedy lover, or just a fan of dope storytelling, this one’s for you! EPISODE LINKSYamara TaylorDecide BalanceMarble Mujer The Get Down WTYM LINKS Ritzy PeriwinkleBook Ritzy P as a Speaker Word To Your Mama Store: Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTubeMental Health Resources WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KITPodcasting Essentials WTYM was recorded using Riverside.FM TRY NOW AVAILABLE WHERE EVER YOU CONSUME PODCASTS  on socials @wtymama | email: [email protected]