NOLIA ROOTS WELCOMES ISABELLA SANCHEZ CASTAÑEDA, PODCAST PRODUCER

WHAT’S YOUR ROLE AT NOLIA AND WHAT DO YOU DO?

I am a podcast producer and editor for Nolia Roots. Through the power of high-quality audio, I help clients share their mission with the world to reach their ideal audience. Let me help you dive into the world of podcasting, whether it is through creating 10-minute quick tip episodes or a value-packed one-hour conversation.

WHAT’S YOUR GREATEST MOMENT — WHETHER IN WORK, SCHOOL, BUSINESS — SO FAR?

Having the opportunity to work in St. Peter’s Square covering the Vatican and Rome for international audiences in Spanish and English for my entire junior year of college.

However, I know the best is yet to come 😉

WHAT MOTIVATES YOU?

Curiosity! Every day I look for new things to experience and learn.

WHO DO YOU LOVE TO FOLLOW ON TWITTER OR INSTAGRAM AND WHY?

Lauren Bell on @nutritionlo! She’s a certified health coach who shares really practical information that promotes self-love through food and movement.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PIECE OF TECHNOLOGY?

My wireless headphones!

WHAT’S THE ONE APP OR GADNET THAT NEEDS TO BE INVENTED?

Batteries that never die.

WHERE CAN SOMEONE FIND YOU WHEN YOU’RE NOT AT SCHOOL OR WORK?

Curled up with my cat Nala reading a good book. 

WHAT’S THE BEST BOOK YOU’VE READ RECENTLY?

Sister Outsider by Audre Lorde. Also, I’m obsessed with anything Kiese Laymon writes. I share more of my favorites on my bookstagram @isagoodbook! 

WHAT ARE YOUR PODCAST RECOMMENDATIONS?

To keep up with the news: The Daily by the New York Times

To get a good laugh: Why Won’t You Date Me

To find your next read: Coffee and Books 

To have something new to talk about with friends: This American Life

WHAT’S ONE THING YOU CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT?

My Moleskine journal and pilot G2 pen. Writing down my thoughts, goals, and affirmations is an essential part of my daily routine. 

WHAT’S THE MOST INTERESTING ITEM ON YOUR DESK?

Definitely my tubs of AroDough! It’s basically adult play dough that smells amazing. It’s perfect when I need to get my creativity flowing. 

WHAT’S ONE NON-WORK-RELATED APP ON YOUR PHONE YOU USE EVERY DAY?

The Headspace app! The Sleepcasts are my favorite way to unwind at the end of a long day.