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In today’s episode, we break down two major South America world news stories shaping the political and economic future of the region: Chile’s recent political shift and the escalating Venezuela news involving the United States and President Nicolás Maduro.

First, we explore why global markets and investors are suddenly paying closer attention to Chile. Following a decisive national election, Chile is signaling a pivot toward pro-market reforms, stronger law and order, and changes to labor and corporate policy. We discuss what this shift could mean for Chile’s economy, foreign investment, fintech growth, and crypto regulation—and whether Chile is positioning itself as a long-term economic leader in South America.

Next, we provide a critical update on Venezuela news, including recent reports of U.S. military action and rising pressure on the Maduro government. We unpack what has been confirmed, what remains unclear, and why this situation raises serious geopolitical concerns involving Nicolás Maduro, oil resources, China, Russia, and regional stability across South America.

This episode connects the dots between Chile politics, Venezuela–U.S. tensions, energy, crypto regulation, and global power dynamics—offering context often missing from mainstream world news coverage.

If you want a deeper understanding of where South America is heading politically and economically, this is a must-watch conversation.

Chapters

00:00 World news overview in South America

02:24 Why global markets are watching Chile

05:45 What Chile’s political shift means for South America

09:14 Can Chile become a long-term economic leader

13:32 Venezuela news update and U.S. involvement

18:36 What Nicolás Maduro’s future means for the region

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In this Wealth Wednesday episode, filmed just before Christmas, we explore Brazil's significant public energy investment, highlighting the country as a top destination for such ventures. We discuss how these investments and other financial management strategies contribute to wealth building strategies across the region.

 Brazil now leads Latin America in oil production, surpassing Mexico and Venezuela, while simultaneously building one of the cleanest renewable energy matrices in the region. With massive oil and gas reserves, expanding offshore wind farms, hydropower dominance, and over $88 billion in public energy investments, Brazil is positioning itself at the center of the global energy transition.

This episode connects the dots between politics, public investment, renewable energy, oil production, and long-term national strategy — and explains why Brazil’s energy rise could reshape Latin America’s economic future.

Chapters 

01:27 What 2025 revealed about business and growth

07:03 Why Brazil is becoming an energy superpower

07:58 What makes Brazil different from other LATAM countries

13:10 What $88B in energy investment looks like

15:06 Why Brazil surpassed Mexico in oil production

16:40 Who is funding Brazil’s energy expansion

17:57 Why China’s energy influence matters globally

22:05 Can Brazil become a long-term energy leader

23:42 What a trillion-dollar opportunity really means in Brazil

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In this Wealth Wednesday episode, we break down Puerto Rico’s ongoing power crisis and the government’s lawsuit against LUMA Energy. While the story has dominated news in Puerto Rico, it has barely reached the mainland United States — and the implications are serious.

We clarify misinformation around LUMA’s finances, explain why the real issue traces back to PREPA’s $9 billion bankruptcy, and unpack how decades of neglect left Puerto Rico’s power grid fragile long before Hurricane Maria. We also explore why blackouts last days instead of hours, how rising electricity bills are impacting residents and businesses, and why unreliable power continues to block economic growth on the island.

This episode dives into who actually controls Puerto Rico’s power system, why many believe the government is effectively suing itself, and what a realistic best-case scenario could look like moving forward.

Chapters 

00:00 Intro and episode overview

02:23 Why Puerto Rico is suing LUMA Energy

03:18 What LUMA bankruptcy rumors get wrong

06:13 Why blackouts hurt Puerto Rico’s economy

09:09 Who actually owns the power grid

14:33 Why transparency and public data matter

18:36 Can Puerto Rico fix its energy crisis

22:05 What the best-case scenario looks like

23:34 When real change could happen

In today’s Wealth Wednesday episode, we break down two major developments shaping the future of Latin America’s digital economy: the explosive rise of AI and fintech across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, and TikTok’s massive new data center project in Brazil valued at 38 billion dollars.

Latin America has become one of the fastest-growing regions in the world for AI adoption, with fintech expanding more than 300 percent from 2017 to 2023. But despite this rapid growth, companies across the region are facing a huge talent shortage. More than 60 percent of businesses report that AI training is their number one need, and 40 percent say they do not have the internal talent to scale their AI operations. We explore why the demand is rising so quickly, where AI is being used the most (payments, fraud detection, customer service, e-commerce), and whether Latin America can develop the workforce needed to compete globally.

We also break down TikTok’s plan to build a 38 billion dollar renewable-energy-powered data center on the northern coast of Brazil. This project will bring more than 4,000 jobs to the region, deepen Brazil’s role in global tech infrastructure, and place the country at the center of a growing competition between the United States and China for digital dominance in Latin America.

This episode covers economics, geopolitics, AI innovation, global talent gaps, and the future of the Latin American tech ecosystem. If you want to understand where opportunity is heading over the next decade, this is a must-watch conversation.

Chapters

00:00 Intro and episode setup
01:53 Why AI and fintech are exploding across Latin America
03:43 What is driving 300 percent fintech growth
05:39 Why companies lack AI skills and training
08:06 Who benefits from AI opportunities in emerging markets
10:29 What high-paying AI jobs reveal about the talent gap
15:13 Why TikTok is investing 38B in a Brazil data center
17:27 What this means for US-China influence in Latin America
21:17 Should Latin America become a global AI competitor
22:43 When the Latin Wealth community launches

In today’s Wealth Wednesday episode, we break down two major topics impacting the Latino and Black communities in finance, opportunity, energy policy, and economic mobility.First, we dive into Puerto Rico’s newly approved $3.2 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) deal with New Fortress Energy. We discuss what LNG is, how it works, why this deal caused New Fortress stock to surge, and whether this creates real opportunity for Puerto Rico’s energy future or simply another monopoly that consolidates control over the island’s infrastructure and ports. We also explore concerns about oversight, investors behind the deal, and whether Puerto Rico will actually benefit or repeat historical financial cycles.Second, we unpack the viral video related to Pharrell Williams’ comments about diversity programs and whether people should get opportunities because they are the best candidate — independent of race. We explore the deeper issue: do talented minority candidates actually receive equitable access, or do systemic barriers still block qualified individuals from the table?This conversation brings real-world insight from lived experiences, including workplace bias, academic barriers, affirmative action, and the challenges Black and Latino professionals face entering spaces traditionally dominated by others.If you’re interested in energy economics, wealth-building, systemic equity, Puerto Rico’s future, merit-based advancement, and diversity in opportunity, this episode brings a powerful and nuanced discussion.Chapters 00:00 Intro and episode setup01:53 Why Puerto Rico’s $3.2B LNG deal matters04:42 What liquefied natural gas actually is07:31 Monopoly and oversight concerns10:23 Pharrell diversity video reaction12:05 Why access and opportunity still matter#puertorico #latinwealth

Puerto Rico may be at its true inflection point. In this episode, we unpack a powerful essay by Francisco Rodriguez Castro (Berlin Capital) that argues Puerto Rico can shift from decades of stagnation to sustained growth—if it acts with urgency. We break down the island’s world-class manufacturing base (pharma, biotech, medical devices, aerospace), the talent pipeline, and the 12 transformative goals for “Puerto Rico 2030,” including economic freedom, 300,000 high-quality private-sector jobs, a modern energy grid, and sustainable GNP growth above 4%.

We also discuss the island’s over-regulation and low labor participation, how to streamline permits, why the grid must come first, and how nearshoring and tariff dynamics could position Puerto Rico as a strategic U.S. manufacturing hub. Finally, we talk culture and mindset—why belief, accountability, and a modern education-to-workforce pipeline are essential for the island’s next chapter.

If you’re Puerto Rican on-island or in the diaspora—or you care about economic development, manufacturing, and the future of Latin America—this conversation is for you.

Chapters

00:00 What’s in this episode and why Puerto Rico now
02:03 Who benefits from Puerto Rico’s manufacturing strength
05:00 Why economic freedom matters more than slogans
07:18 Should the energy grid be goal #1?
10:22 How to create 300,000 quality private-sector jobs
13:05 What a faster education-to-workforce pipeline looks like
16:10 Can nearshoring and tariffs accelerate growth by 2030?
18:44 When streamlined permits unlock investment
21:04 What realistic 4%+ GNP growth requires
24:10 How belief and accountability change the trajectory

Is the U.S. headed for a larger conflict in Latin America—or will China quietly win the region through investment? In this Wealth Wednesday episode, we break down the U.S. military escalation near Venezuela (strikes on “narco” boats, the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier group, and a $50M bounty on Maduro) versus China’s venture capital push across Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Chile.

Plus, a big announcement: we’re launching a Latin Wealth community by December 1—a live, hands-on space for Latinos to learn business, investing, marketing, podcasting, life insurance, and succession planning with real Q&A, expert sessions, and zero gatekeeping. Link coming soon.

What you’ll learn

• Why the U.S. is framing operations as counter-drug—while fielding a land-strike carrier
• What a $50M bounty on Maduro signals for risk in the region
• Who China’s funding (Didi, Tencent, Ant-backed deals, and more) and where capital is flowing
• When startup funding fell in LatAm—and how China is filling the gap
• Should founders in LatAm align with U.S. markets or China’s capital—and what that means for jobs
• How our new community will help you start, grow, and scale your business

Chapters (SEO-boosted)

00:00 — What we’re building: the Latin Wealth community (Dec 1)
00:26 — Why Latinos need a live, no-gatekeeping space to learn and earn
01:51 — Who and what you’ll access inside: experts, live sessions, real Q&A
04:14 — Can this community help you launch and scale a business?
05:41 — When headlines escalate: U.S. strikes and “counter-drug” framing
06:10 — What the carrier group means: USS Gerald R. Ford near Venezuela
08:36 — Why a $50M bounty on Maduro raises regional risk
19:06 — How China is funding LatAm startups (VC, tech, fintech, infra)
27:05 — What falling LatAm funding means—and who fills the gap
29:31 — Should founders pivot to capital, customers, or capacity first?

Is Costa Rica the next Central American tech powerhouse? After spending three days in San José for the Blockchain Jungle conference, I break down why the answer might be yes—and what that means for innovation, crypto, and opportunity across Latin America.

In this episode, I share my on-the-ground experience (clean, safe city; watch restaurant prices), plus what made Blockchain Jungle different: Spanish-first programming, strong local turnout, career and trading rooms, multi-stage learning, premium “whale” networking, and full podcast support on site. Most importantly, I outline four reasons Costa Rica is rising—from community and talent to brand positioning and real tech presence.

What you’ll learn

• Why Costa Rica’s innovation momentum is accelerating after Blockchain Jungle
• What I saw: Spanish-led sessions, local builders, hands-on career and trading rooms
• Who is showing up: students, founders, and regional talent from Brazil, Panama, and Colombia
• How “Essential Costa Rica” branding pushes excellence, sustainability, and innovation
• When tourism still matters—and how it funds infrastructure and jobs
• What big tech footprints (Intel, HP, Amazon, IBM) and a bilingual, STEM-driven workforce signal
• Can early crypto education and policy openness unlock the next adoption wave?

Key takeaways

• Community > spectacle: the event kept learning and real connections front and center.
• Local pride: organizers want the world to come to Costa Rica, not export the event.
• Brand alignment: you see “Essential Costa Rica” everywhere—from the airport to the city.
• Economic pillars: tourism remains a jobs and infrastructure engine while tech expands.
• Talent pipeline: English + Spanish fluency and STEM emphasis make Costa Rica attractive to global firms.

Chapters

00:00 — Why Costa Rica might be Latin America’s next innovation hub
01:25 — What surprised me about San José: safety, cleanliness, costs
02:50 — Who was at Blockchain Jungle: local builders, Spanish-first talks
04:12 — How the conference worked: career room, trading room, whale room, stages
06:36 — Can community-first events beat big-show conferences?
08:41 — What organizers told me: keep the movement in Costa Rica
10:26 — When national branding helps: “Essential Costa Rica” everywhere
21:18 — Who is investing: big tech footprints + bilingual, STEM talent
25:29 — Should you watch Costa Rica for crypto and startup growth?

#costarica

The U.S. military has launched multiple strikes on suspected drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean, deploying ~10 naval ships and ~10,000 troops—the largest buildup there since the Cuban Missile Crisis. Officials say they’re targeting “narco-terrorists tied to Venezuela,” while critics argue this is really about pressure on President Nicolás Maduro, sanctions, and oil leverage—not fentanyl flows.

In this episode, we break down what’s known vs. what’s narrative: the strikes, war-powers questions, the 150+ U.S. sanctions on Venezuela, the drone plot history, and why Venezuela’s 300B+ barrels of proven oil reserves put it at the center of a bigger U.S.–China–BRICS contest for influence. We also unpack the risks of accidental escalation and what diplomacy would actually require.

What you’ll learn

• What the new U.S. operations are and how they’re being justified
• Why critics compare this to past “WMD-era” pretexts and info gaps
• Who backs Venezuela (Russia/China/BRICS) and why that matters
• How sanctions, embargoes, and oil flows shape the standoff
• When military buildups spill into broader regional conflicts
• Can a negotiated off-ramp reduce risk without rewarding bad actors?
• Should Americans view this as a drug war—or energy geopolitics?

Join the discussion: Is this truly about narcotics, or about oil and leverage? What off-ramps should the U.S. and Venezuela pursue? Comment below and share with someone who follows Latin America, energy, or security policy.

Chapters (SEO-optimized)

00:00 — What is happening: strikes, ships, and troop levels
01:25 — Why call it a drug war? Claims vs. data on trafficking routes
02:22 — Who gains from pressure on Maduro? Sanctions and politics
03:50 — When history rhymes: Iraq/WMD analogies & war-powers scrutiny
06:08 — What oil explains: Venezuela’s 300B+ barrels and global stakes
10:49 — Should the U.S. risk escalation with Russia/China in the mix?
17:26 — Can diplomacy work? Sanctions relief, verification, and off-ramps
22:13 — Who pays the price if miscalculation sparks wider conflict?

The U.S. just backed a $20B “stabilization” plan for Argentina—with talk of doubling to $40B—as President Javier Milei secures his midterm win. Is this a bailout, a currency swap, or a strategic move to buy influence in South America? We break down how the deal works, who benefits, and why it matters for Americans facing domestic cuts, ranchers worried about Argentine beef imports, and investors tracking AI/energy infrastructure plays.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the $20B package actually is (currency swap mechanics vs. “bailout”)
• Why Argentina’s repeated defaults (9 so far) set up this moment
• Who stands to gain: U.S. Treasury, bondholders, private funds—and why
• How Milei’s midterm win changes Congress and reform odds
• When beef imports undercut U.S. ranchers—and what that means for prices
• Can U.S.–Argentina ties anchor future AI + data center energy build-outs?
• Should Americans expect returns from this deal—or higher geopolitical risk?
  

Join the conversation: Do you support the U.S.–Argentina plan? Should domestic issues come first? Drop your take below and share this with a friend who follows global markets and policy.

Chapters 

00:00 – What is happening: U.S. $20B plan, why it could hit $40B
01:26 – Background: 200%+ inflation, defaults, and market risk
02:23 – How the “currency swap” works (and why words matter)
04:38 – Who benefits: bondholders, private funds, and influence
06:24 – Why this now: Milei’s midterm win & reform leverage
12:12 – Should U.S. ranchers worry? Argentine beef & price claims
18:53 – Can Argentina power U.S. AI ambitions? Energy & data centers
24:52 – When public opinion turns: polls, politics, next moves + CTA

Latin America is shifting fast—politically, economically, and culturally. In this Wealth Wednesday, we break down why a record number of Latinos are getting Spanish citizenship, what’s pulling them to Spain (language, ancestry pathways, EU access, jobs), and what Bolivia’s conservative win means for inflation, fuel, and regional geopolitics. We connect the dots so you can think strategically about mobility, opportunity, and wealth building across the Spanish-speaking world.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why Spain has become a top destination for Latin Americans and how citizenship pathways work
• What the passport power rankings say about mobility and opportunity
• How economics and politics in Latin America are driving migration trends
• Who just won in Bolivia and what it could mean for the region’s stability and investment climate
• Should you consider dual citizenship, remote work, or study abroad to expand options?
• Can these shifts open doors for entrepreneurs, investors, and creators in our community

Chapters
00:00 – How Latin America is changing: people, politics, and power
01:27 – Why Spain? Citizenship pathways, language, culture, and EU access
02:22 – What the data shows: migration map, top source countries, passport power
04:08 – Who is leaving (and who isn’t): stability, jobs, and opportunity gaps
06:00 – When politics moves markets: Bolivia’s election and economic promises
11:25 – Can alliances reshape the region? Geopolitics and energy realities
20:23 – Should you plan mobility? Dual passports, remote work, study, and strategy
20:49 – Takeaways + CTAs: subscribe, comment, and share with one person

Resources mentioned: data visualizations on Spain migration, global passport rankings, and Bolivia election coverage (links in description).

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What would make you consider a second passport or moving within the Spanish-speaking world? Drop your thoughts below.

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When you hear “Costa Rica,” you might think beaches, rainforest, and great food. But today we break down a different story: how Costa Rica is becoming one of Latin America’s most stable, innovative, and tech-forward economies—and why that matters for Latinos building wealth.

In this episode, I cover:

• Costa Rica’s 2024–2025 outlook: ~4% GDP growth in 2024 and ~3.8% projected for 2025, low inflation, improving unemployment near ~7%, and a government running a primary surplus.
• From farms to fabs: how exports hit ~$32B in 2024 with nearly half from medical devices and electronics (Intel, Boston Scientific, Medtronic), alongside strong agriculture (bananas, coffee, pineapples).
• The services shift: over half of services exports are now digital/knowledge—IT, cloud, analytics—powered by a bilingual, educated workforce and university–industry training pipelines.
• National branding done right: Essential Costa Rica and what it signals—sustainability, quality, innovation.
• Tourism 2.0: investment more than doubled in 2024 and now includes digital-nomad stays, scientific travel, and regenerative tourism that restores ecosystems and communities.
• Inclusive growth: the rising role of women-led and rural businesses.
• Crypto on the ground: the Bitcoin Jungle experiment using Lightning payments across cafés, schools, and hotels.

Plus a teaser: Latin Wealth will be at Blockchain Jungle in San José, November 8–9, Costa Rica Convention Center. Expected 6,000+ attendees focused on AI, blockchain, and the future of tech. If you’re local or attending, let’s connect. Ticket link coming—check back in the description.

Drop a comment: Have you visited Costa Rica? Are you a digital nomad, founder, or investor there? What opportunities are you seeing in tech, tourism, or exports?

Timestamp00:00 – How we see Costa Rica vs. today’s reality (episode setup)

02:12 – By the numbers: GDP, inflation, jobs and fiscal discipline

04:02 – From farms to fabs: exports, med devices and big-name investors

06:26 – The digital & knowledge economy: bilingual talent + universities

08:57 – Tourism 2.0: eco, digital nomad, scientific and regenerative travel

11:20 – Policy & innovation: “Essential Costa Rica,” green PPPs, central bank, Bitcoin Jungle

18:07 – What’s next: Blockchain Jungle invite, meet-up details and CTAs

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Boricuas investors, this one is for us. On this Wealth Wednesday, Chris and Jeremiah sit down with Tanya Orbera—Boricua entrepreneur, founder/CEO of Boricuas Buying Back Puerto Rico, and owner of Real PR Travel—to break down how Latinos can invest in Puerto Rico real estate the right way.Resources and links mentioned:* Boricuas Buying Back Puerto Rico - https://www.instagram.com/boricuas_buying_pr/?hl=en* Real PR Travel (itineraries and local partnerships) - https://www.instagram.com/pr_travel_planners/?hl=en* Donate to Bori-Love Project - https://www.realprtravel.com/boriluvprojectWe cover:* Why Puerto Rico is opportunity-rich for Latino investors and the Boricua diaspora* The step-by-step path Tanya uses with clients: credit → LLC → lines of credit → property search → rehab → long-term rental or rent-to-own* What “good credit” really means for funding approvals (think 710–720+) and why business lines of credit beat draining your cash* How to leverage a 9-to-5 to fund a business account and qualify for larger limits* Finding real deals in PR: why Zillow won’t cut it and how to hunt on Clasificados Online, Facebook Marketplace, plus drive-by “Se Vende” signs* Multifamily strategies under $100K purchase price, budgeting for renovations, and running the numbers for cash flow* Why long-term rentals and rent-to-own create impact and stability vs. chasing short-term rentals* Protecting affordability while building portfolios, and how to structure donations/giveback inside your investment model* Practical pitfalls: title/inheritance issues, communication cadence with partners, and documenting roles and exit plansTimestamps00:00 Intro and episode setup00:31 Guest intro: who is Tanya Orbera (Boricuas Buying Back Puerto Rico, Real PR Travel)01:56 Tanya’s background: Bronx, Cali, New York, and finding her path04:48 First trips to PR and why she chose to move to the island06:43 Real PR Travel: building local partnerships and authentic experiences08:12 Why PR tourism marketing misses the mark and who it targets09:30 Transition into real estate consulting and building a vetted network12:16 Credit as the master key: score ranges lenders want (710–720+)14:07 Why set up an LLC even if you have a 9-to-515:33 Business lines of credit vs. using cash, recycling LOCs17:26 Diversifying income streams beyond real estate (vending, Turo, etc.)18:53 Banking in PR and why LOCs help with cash-heavy deals20:19 How to actually find deals in PR (Clasificados, FB Marketplace, “Se Vende”)21:18 The reality of jobs in PR and why you must come with a plan22:47 Taxes, impact, and giving back to the island24:41 Bori Love Project: youth financial literacy and community focus28:55 Short-term rentals vs. long-term rentals in PR30:49 Multifamily under $100K, inheritance/title issues, and renovation math33:45 Rent-to-own, affordability, and community impact model39:32 Membership, fees, donations, and how Tanya supports investors43:25 Where to find Tanya and final call to actionFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latinwealth | Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69AfcWl5P3M9bl19RURIcd?si=133793e170d34e16 | Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latin-wealth/id1579419570 | Email us at: latinwealthpodcast@gmail.com

Latino creators, this one is for us. On today’s Wealth Wednesday, I sit down with content and branding expert  @thisisnickys   (founder of Deeper Than The Brand) to break down how we can build an authentic brand, use AI to scale content, and turn community into revenue—without burning out. Nicky helped grow Eric Thomas’s social presence from ~300K to 2.3M, served 9 years in the Navy, and now teaches creators how to be themselves on camera, price with confidence, and publish consistently.

What we cover:

* Finding your voice and audience as a Latino creator

* Pricing your work and setting boundaries without guilt

* Building community that buys: value, experience, and trust

* Beating burnout with daily behaviors (learn, move, breathe, create, connect)

* My favorite takeaways from Nicky’s AI stack for content

* Why our community must show up in branding, media, and tech—now

AI tools we discuss: Poppy AI, Opus Clip, ChatGPT, 11Labs, Kling, VO3.Connect with Nicky: YouTube: Nicky Saunders • IG/TikTok: @ThisIsNikkiS • Deeper Than The Brand • Lions Behavior

If this helps, share it with a Latino creator who needs the push to hit publish.

Chapters

00:00 Why short, pure messages build massive reach

01:03 Intro to Nicky Saunders + what Nipsey Hussle taught her about community

04:24 Queens roots, Navy years, and finding purpose after 9-to-5

21:37 Growing ET’s brand from ~300K to 2.3M: fan-first content

26:27 Pricing, boundaries, and valuing your work

30:20 Authenticity over aesthetics: showing up as yourself

38:20 Deeper Than The Brand → Lions Behavior: education to accountability

50:28 Nicky’s current AI toolkit (and what each tool does)

54:17 Why Latinos must lead in branding and AI

58:40 Be the change: serve your niche and get paid for your value0

1:02:15 Where to find Nicky + Latin Wealth

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Partnerships can be a growth engine for Latino founders—when they’re structured the right way. In this Wealth Wednesday, Chris breaks down how strategic partnerships work for Latino entrepreneurs, the benefits and risks to watch, and a practical playbook you can use today. He also shares real wins and losses from his own deals and analyzes Bad Bunny’s partnerships with the NFL, Adidas, and Amazon as case studies in brand reach, cultural trust, and market expansion.

What you’ll learn (for Latino founders and creators):

• What a strategic partnership is—and the most common models Latinos use (financial, marketing, supply chain, revenue share)
• Why the best collabs win: shared resources, lower costs, access to new markets, brand lift in Latino/Hispanic communities, and added value for existing customers
• Risks our community often faces: shared liability, slower decision-making, misaligned goals, communication gaps, and dependency if a partner exits
• Case studies: What Bad Bunny’s deals with Amazon (“Uno Más”), the NFL halftime stage, and Adidas teach Latino entrepreneurs about audience growth, credibility, and negotiating leverage
• The Partnership Playbook: align goals and success metrics, define roles and decision rights, set a clear communication cadence, lock in legal guardrails (IP, money flow, brand use, termination, exit plan), and track performance with KPIs
• Documentation tactics so expectations are clear, cultural trust is protected, and outcomes are measurable

Who this is for:

• Latino and Latina business owners, creators, and operators ready to scale with partners
• Hispanic marketers and consultants negotiating cross-brand collabs
• Founders who have been burned by vague agreements and want a culturally aware framework

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro and why partnerships matter for Latino founders
00:27 Format overview and presentation setup
01:53 What a strategic partnership is (definitions + examples)
04:46 Why partners win: new markets, brand trust, and ROI
07:42 Risks Latinos should watch for in collabs
13:24 Case Study: Bad Bunny x Amazon (“Uno Más”)
15:45 Case Study: Bad Bunny x NFL and Adidas
19:01 The Latino Partnership Playbook (goals, roles, cadence)
21:54 Legal guardrails, IP, money flow, exit plan
23:53 Final takeaways and next steps

Calls to action:

• Comment: What Latino-led partnership inspired you—or flopped—and why?
• Subscribe for weekly episodes on entrepreneurship, investing, and wealth building for the Latino community.
• Share this with a Latino business owner who’s considering a partnership.

Most Latino families still aren’t in the market—only an estimated 28–38% own stocks vs ~70% of white families. In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down a practical playbook to start investing with confidence: how to use fractional shares, choose simple index funds and ETFs, set short/mid/long-term goals, automate contributions, and avoid the emotional traps that derail beginners. We also cover 401(k) matches, emergency funds, and beginner-friendly brokerage options so you can take action today.

What you’ll learn

• The participation gap and why it matters for Latino wealth creation
• Myths we need to drop: “I need a lot of money” and “I must pick perfect stocks”
• Fractional shares and automated deposits that make starting simple
• Short, mid, and long-term investing frameworks you can actually follow
• Why most beginners should skip day trading and options
• Easy entry: indices and ETFs like S&P 500 (VOO), Total Market (VTI), and QQQ
• Smart habits: dollar-cost averaging, removing emotion, reading macro signals
• Setup steps: bank account, brokerage, then consistent contributions
• 401(k) matching as “free money” and how to combine it with a brokerage plan
• Family dynamics: how to align on goals and keep the plan sustainable

Chapters
00:00 Intro and why Latino market participation matters
00:30 Ownership stats and the wealth gap
03:45 Myth busting and fractional shares
07:17 Picking stocks vs picking sectors you know
11:26 Why most beginners should avoid day trading
12:59 Build short/mid/long-term plans
16:14 Debt, emergency funds, and investing at the same time
17:18 Setup: bank, brokerage, automate
20:35 Using platform education and resources
24:52 Remove emotion, watch macro and headlines
30:00 Index funds and ETFs made simple
33:18 Dollar-cost averaging
35:16 Family conversations and next steps

Resources mentioned

• Fractional shares on beginner-friendly apps
• Broad ETFs: S&P 500 (VOO), Total Market (VTI), Nasdaq-100 (QQQ)
• Company 401(k) match basics
• News and macro: finance and policy headlines to watch

Disclaimer
This is educational content, not financial advice. Do your own research and consider consulting a fiduciary.

Bad Bunny’s historic Puerto Rico residency wasn’t just a run of shows—it was an economic engine. In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down how a 30-show residency drew an estimated $700M+ impact to the island through travel, hospitality, retail, and small-vendor sales. We dig into who spent what, how long visitors stayed, and why the real number could be even higher once you factor in off-book activity (street merch, neighborhood businesses, ride shares, late-night food, and more).

What we cover

• Attendance mix: ~55% Puerto Rico residents, ~39% visitors from the U.S., ~6% international (DR, Colombia, Spain, Mexico, and more)
• Estimated spend: PR residents ~$126M, U.S. visitors ~$500M, other countries ~$80M
• Average stay: international visitors ~8.7 nights, PR residents traveling to San Juan ~1.5 nights
• Why beverage sales, restaurants, supermarkets, boutiques, and convenience stores all spiked
• The “unseen economy”: unofficial merch, flags, street vendors, clubs, and after-events
• Why hosting the residency in Puerto Rico (not Vegas) matters for local GDP and jobs
• Cultural ripple effects: renewed pride, repeat tourism, and the case for bringing talent home

• • What could come next: better tracking, future residencies, and long-term policy wins

El Salvador just made its first gold purchase in more than 35 years—and it’s not a small one. In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down why the central bank added ~14,000 troy ounces of gold, taking total reserves to ~58,000 ounces (about $207M), and what that signals alongside the country’s ongoing Bitcoin strategy. We compare gold’s role as a reserve diversifier to BTC’s volatility and upside, and look at how other nations (China, Turkey, India) have been accumulating gold as part of their foreign-reserve mix.

In the second half, we spotlight Mercado Libre (MELI)—Latin America’s largest commerce and payments ecosystem operating across 18 countries. We cover its marketplace, logistics network, and fintech arm Mercado Pago, user growth, revenue trends, and why the business looks like a regional blend of Amazon + PayPal. If you’re researching macro moves in Latin America or hunting for companies shaping the region’s digital economy, this one’s for you.

What you’ll learn

- Why El Salvador added gold for medium/long-term reserve diversification

- How gold’s “financial soundness” complements a national Bitcoin strategy

- El Salvador’s reported BTC stack and mark-to-market gains

- Mercado Libre’s flywheel: marketplace, next-day logistics, and fintech (wallets, bill pay, credit, insurance)

Chapters

00:00 Intro and why this episode matters

00:26 The headline: El Salvador buys gold for the first time since the 1990s

01:29 How much gold, why it matters, and who else is buying

02:29 Spot price context and gold’s long-term profile

04:29 Reserve mix: gold vs. Bitcoin for a small, dollar-exposed economy

06:23 Diversification lessons for individual investors

07:20 Countries accumulating both BTC and gold

08:19 Mercado Libre overview (18 countries, marketplace + payments)

09:46 Browsing the platform: what you can buy and do

11:10 Logistics moat and fintech stack (Mercado Pago)

13:04 Stock snapshot (MELI), long-term chart, and growth drivers

16:29 Users, revenue, and where growth is strongest

17:55 What to watch next: features, geography, and possible crypto rails

18:25 Final takeaways and viewer questions

Disclaimer

This content is for education only and not financial advice. Always do your own research and verify figures before making decisions.

Question for you

Should El Salvador keep adding gold, double down on Bitcoin, or balance both? And have you used Mercado Libre/Mercado Pago—what was your experience?

We don’t just talk about AI—we show you how we use it to save hours and make better decisions. In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we demo real workflows with ChatGPT (GPT-5), Riverside, Otter.ai, Descript, Sora, and Google AI Studio (“Nano Banana”). You’ll see how we analyze a 39-page government RFQ, extract scope, location, and requirements, generate partner leads in El Salvador, and draft bilingual outreach (email + WhatsApp) in minutes. We also cover meeting transcription, content repurposing, prompt engineering, and fast thumbnail/video generation—plus why you should practice with AI 30–60 minutes daily.

What you’ll learn

• A step-by-step AI workflow for proposals and lead gen (RFQ → insights → partner list → bilingual outreach)
• How to use transcription tools to speed up YouTube descriptions, titles, tags, and chapters
• Prompt engineering basics (be specific, use voice mode when typing is hard, iterate)
• Pros/cons of auto-clipping and why a human pass still matters
• Quick thumbnail/video ideas with Google AI Studio and Sora
• Mindset: pick 1–2 tools, go deep, and build daily AI reps

Tools shown
ChatGPT (GPT-5), Riverside, Otter.ai, Descript, Sora, Google AI Studio (“Nano Banana”), plus brief mentions of Fathom/meeting AI and HubSpot AI.

Chapters
00:00 Intro & why this episode matters
00:28 Today’s plan: real AI tools, real workflows
01:24 Daily AI practice and investment angles
05:05 Live demo: upload RFQ to ChatGPT (document analysis)
08:28 Scope, location, requirements pulled in seconds
10:22 Partner search in El Salvador (lead list)
13:32 Bilingual outreach: email drafts, intake form
16:14 Bonus: WhatsApp outreach copy
17:26 Riverside transcription workflow
18:52 Otter.ai for meetings, summaries, action items
21:10 Descript for editing, captions, and clips
23:39 Using transcripts to auto-draft YouTube descriptions/titles/tags
28:38 Prompt engineering tips that actually help
29:06 Sora video demo & specificity in prompts
30:28 Google AI Studio (“Nano Banana”) thumbnail demo
32:57 Pick 1–2 tools and practice daily
35:23 Outro & how to send us your questions

Trump just fired key members of Puerto Rico’s Federal Control Board, and the ripple effects could reshape the island’s financial future. In this Wealth Wednesday episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we break down what this shake-up could mean for the $50B+ already restructured, the $12B PREPA standoff, and why salaries, delays, and governance have sparked controversy. We also talk real-life infrastructure challenges on the island and close with a listener question about protecting access to your money if you live abroad.

What you’ll learn

• What the board does and why the firings matter now
• How unresolved PREPA debt and bondholder battles impact residents and investors
• The tension between high electricity costs and slow grid recovery
• Why compensation, efficiency, and oversight are under the microscope
• Practical tips for expats: banking, distributions, and tax considerations when living overseas

Listener MailbagWe answer a question on how to safeguard access to funds (401(k), IRA, bank accounts) while living abroad, and what to consider about taxes and distributions. Submit your questions for a future episode.

Join the conversationDo you think these firings will help or hurt Puerto Rico’s recovery? Drop your thoughts below and share this with someone who follows Puerto Rico’s economy and policy.