Originated from the Spanish word patio (backyard) where many friends and families come together to be raw, vulnerable, and to gossip— here we talk about community, current political events, pop culture, travel, and all cosmo city folx happenings along with our struggles. Hosted by Ismelka, a native of the Dominican Republic who currently resides in NYC— with a witty banter and an extensive knowledge of all things pop culture, Ismelka doesn’t shy away from being your favorite brunch confidant but don’t let the kiki fool you, she’s here to tune in to what’s what in the world right now.
In this episode, Ismelka makes a comeback and shares what she's been up to the last few months, why the podcast took such a long break, and what it's like dealing with an ill parent & their sudden death. She also speaks on her process of moving forward and how it can relate to others in similar situations.
As always, continue keeping up with Ismelka and El Patio @Ismelka (https://www.instagram.com/ismelka/) on IG and @IsmelkaGomez (https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/ismelkagomez) on TikTok.
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23 May 2023
S2E8: Dating in the Wild (NYC) with AA
In this episode, Ismelka has a special guest and hopeless romantic Alixandria (AA) discussing the intricacies of dating in New York City. They explore why dating in the city is distinct from other places and how some people may come off as “odd” during dates. They talk about some of their craziest dates and some of the fun and good ones too.
AA highlights the importance of understanding oneself in order to navigate the dating scene successfully. In a city as crazy, vibrant, and fast-paced as NYC, self-reflection and self-awareness are crucial for finding a compatible partner amidst the chaos. Join them as they delve into the unique aspects of dating in the city and the significance of inner self-discovery on the path to finding love.
Keep up with AA via her Instagram @alixxania (https://www.instagram.com/alixxania/) and her TikTok @alixandriaaa (https://www.tiktok.com/@alixandriaaa?lang=en). As always, continue keeping up with Ismelka and El Patio @Ismelka (https://www.instagram.com/ismelka/) on IG and @IsmelkaGomez (https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/ismelkagomez) on TikTok.
If you've been enjoying El Patio, this episode, and the whole thing, please leave a review on your preferred platform!
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9 May 2023
S2E7: Screenwriting, Storytelling, and Diversity with Ciku Wathika
In this podcast episode, Ismelka invites Ciku Wathika, a pop culture and screenwriting enthusiast. They discuss the current state of screenwriting and storytelling and what true diversity representation can be on TV.
With the rise of streaming platforms, they’re seeing a wider variety of reboots and interesting shows aimed at very specific audiences. They also talk about the significant strides in terms of diversity on TV (being a black woman or PoC woman on TV is the ultimate double-edged sword for representation), while acknowledging there is a long way to go.
Finally, they end up discussing that in order to create authentic and engaging content, writers and producers must continue to push for diverse perspectives in the writers' room and on-screen representation. However, we must also avoid forced narratives. Screenwriting is evolving, and there's a growing demand for shows that reflect our current cultural climate, but it's important to remember that what's being produced may not necessarily be what different audiences want.
Keep up with Ciku via her Twitter @cikuwathika (https://twitter.com/cikuwathika). As always, continue keeping up with Ismelka and El Patio @Ismelka (https://www.instagram.com/ismelka/) on IG and @IsmelkaGomez (https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/ismelkagomez) on TikTok. Continue leaving those wonderful reviews on all platforms, kids!
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