This is the MíraLA Podcast
Hosted by Arianna Lemus, the MíraLA Podcast is a space created by women, for women — and for anyone ready to really listen. This is where real stories are shared, healing is honored, and power is reclaimed through conversation. Each episode features honest, inspiring guests who open up about their journeys, from overcoming struggle to standing in their truth, all with the goal of reminding listeners of the strength that already lives within them.
Guests have included powerful women like: Patty Ortiz, NASA aerospace engineer breaking barriers in STEM, Jocelyn “the Warrior” Rivas, fitness coach and survivor sharing her healing path, Josslyn Glenn, a powerhouse producer and advocate speaking on identity and resilience and Debby Wolfe, creator and showrunner of the NBC show, Lopez vs. Lopez.
Our Team
Arianna Lemus
Host & Executive Producer
Arianna Lemus a Chicana actress and producer, and the CEO and founder of MíraLA LLC. As Miss Colorado USA 2023, Arianna used her platform to build confidence and amplify the voices of diverse women through the MíraLA Podcast and related projects.
She is the Founder & Executive Director of the MíraLA Film Festival, a nonprofit dedicated to showcasing films by women of color. Arianna is deeply committed to advocating for women in both pageantry and the film industry, working tirelessly to create opportunities and visibility for women’s voices in these spaces.
Her dedication to community extends to mental health advocacy, where she serves on the board of NAMI SFV (National Alliance on Mental Illness, San Fernando Valley), championing awareness and support. Across all her work, Arianna is a passionate force for elevating underrepresented voices and driving meaningful change.
Brenda Hernández
Producer & Director of Brand Marketing
Brenda Hernández is a Honduran-American producer and storyteller, serving as the Producer and Director of Brand Marketing for the MíraLA Podcast and MíraLA Film Festival. Her work centers cultural equity, grassroots storytelling, and community-driven media.
Brenda is the co-founder of La Femme Lens, a collective supporting women and non-binary creatives through mutual aid, storytelling, and volunteer-powered projects. With a strong background in nonprofit fundraising, she has supported organizations like To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA), Classroom of Compassion, LA Family Housing, Immigo, and both local and international mutual aid efforts.
Through her work, Brenda continues to champion narratives rooted in identity, resilience, and collective care.
Olivia Zendejas Medina
Marketing Coordinator
Olivia Zendejas Medina is a storyteller and digital media creative passionate about amplifying marginalized voices, particularly within WOC and Queer communities. She is currently pursuing a degree in Business Marketing at Cal State Long Beach, where she also works as a video editor, blending strategy with storytelling.
Olivia brings her vision to life through independent film projects and her work in digital media. She is honored to be part of the MíraLA team, where she contributes to creating inclusive, community-centered content that uplifts underrepresented voices.
Wooin Jeon
Sound Mixer/Audio Editor
Wooin Jeon is a skilled audio engineer, mixer, editor and sound designer from Seoul, South Korea. A graduate of LAFS Audio Production program, she has worked across a variety of media, including short films, documentaries and advertisements.
Wooin has contributed to numerous short films such as One Summer Night, The LAnd, Cuffed, Strong Black Woman and advertisements for high-profile campaigns including Samsung Galaxy and Google Play.