#33 Valeria Maldonado Jackson - T...

#33 Valeria Maldonado Jackson - Telling Latina Stories On Her Own Timeline

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MíraLA Podcast by Arianna Lemus
S3 · E33
Sep 28, 2026
01:02:30

Episode notes

In this episode of MíraLA Podcast, Arianna sits down with Valeria Maldonado Jackson to talk about building a life on her own timeline. At 41, Valeria opens up about being single and without children, her decision to freeze her eggs, and the expectations women face around relationships and motherhood.

Valeria also reflects on more than 20 years in the entertainment industry and her commitment to telling authentic Latina stories. Together, they explore what it means to make room for both the life you’re living and the possibilities you still want to pursue.

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Credits:

Host: Arianna Lemus

Producer: Nadieme Villar

Intern: Kamryn Dominguez

Editor: Lianna Wainwright

Sponsor: Arres

Keywords

valeria maldonado jackson
mirala podcast
latina storytelling
latinas in entertainment
egg freezing
fertility choices
single at 41
childfree life
motherhood expectations
women in film

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