With Her Two Hands

In this episode of With Her Two Hands, Bogi sits down with 'Dora Marquez', a skilled Latina auto mechanic and fabricator who has experienced some pretty extreme sexism and racism throughout her career. Using a pseudonym to protect her identity, Dora brings decades of invaluable experience and unyielding passion for her craft to our conversation. Despite facing harsh discrimination that escalated to a victorious EEOC case, Dora's dedication to her profession remains unshaken. In a powerful and candid discussion, with her identity and voice carefully disguised, Dora will share the stark realities of her experiences, her strategies for resilience, and her reasons for persisting in an industry she loves.
Tune in for an eye-opening episode that explores the challenges and triumphs of staying true to one's passion against all odds.
Note: after this aired - Dora decided to create an instagram account under her pseudonym in order to connect with others who may need guidance on the EEOC process or just would like to be able to connect with others experiencing discrimination on the job within the trades.
You can find her here: https://www.instagram.com/dora.marquez.explored
 
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On this weeks episode Bogi is joined by Jasmine Green all the way from Australia! Jasmine is an incredibly talented Jane of all trades who spends her days working professionally as an automotive upholsterer for a restoration and customization shop, and by night she builds her own one of a kind radically custom minitrucks and lowriders. Her metal work and fabrication is pure art, and her attention to detail and commitment to honing her craft is matched only by her humility.
Tune in to hear more about her journey, the custom car scene in Australia, her current and past builds, and her advice to others wishing to do the type of work she does.
And make sure to check out her work here: https://www.instagram.com/six_four_stout/ https://www.instagram.com/jazzygreen1/
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In this episode Bogi is joined by past guest Jill Trotta, who has over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, to have an important discussion on why women leave the trades and what we feel needs to change in order to see the numbers of women (and other minorities) increase in the trades.
Women make up less than 10% across all trades in the United States, and in many trades its less than 2%. Over the past decade or so, there has been several initiatives to increase the diversity of those entering these fields, and while those efforts are gaining steam and have succeeded in increasing the number of women enrolling in trade schools and starting out in the field - the overall number has not increased. And that is because they aren't staying in the industry and often leave after 3-4 years.
Don't miss this important episode of With Her Two Hands!
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Step into the world of automotive artistry as we sit down for a heartfelt conversation with the talented Cynthia Godinez! With over 12 years of experience, her passion for shaping metal knows no bounds, and her skill is matched only by her humility. She got her start in collision repair, and then transitioned to the world of classic car restorations and custom car builds and never looked back. Get ready to be inspired by Cynthia's genuine love for metal shaping and dedication to her craft as she shares her insights, stories, and secrets to success in the world of automotive restoration.
Check out this week’s guest here: https://www.instagram.com/lazyjuno
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Join us for a deeply moving and candid conversation with a remarkable trailblazer in the world of diesel technicians. Despite her groundbreaking career spanning over decades, our guest has chosen to remain anonymous due to a harrowing experience with a stalker—an unfortunate reality she faced while navigating the challenges of being a woman in the trades. Through her anonymous persona, she bravely shares her journey, from confronting gender discrimination and battling stereotypes to overcoming personal adversities. Tune in as we delve into the untold struggles and triumphs of a hidden heroine, and discover how her unwavering resilience continues to inspire and empower us all. Don't miss this pivotal episode as we shed light on the indomitable spirit of a true trailblazer, determined to thrive against all odds.
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Prepare to be impressed on this episode of "With Her Two Hands" as we introduce you to an extraordinary young entrepreneur who's already making waves in the world of custom painting. At just 18 years old, she's the proud owner of her own rapidly growing business, and it’s no surprise given her incredible work and talent! Join us as she shares her inspiring journey, from high school graduation to the launch of her fully operational shop and the exciting plans for expansion on the horizon.
Don't miss this opportunity to meet this rising star in the custom painting scene!
Check out this week’s guest and her gorgeous work here: https://www.instagram.com/crazy.k.kustomz and on TikTok @crazykkustomz
 
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Tune in for an inspiring ride with Ariel Huff on "With Her Two Hands." As a new mom, automotive technician, and custom car enthusiast, Ariel's journey is one of resilience and determination. Despite facing challenges like sexual harassment and industry biases, she refuses to let anything dim her passion for cars. Join us as Ariel shares her story of overcoming obstacles, pursuing her dreams, and carving out her place in a male-dominated industry.
Check out this week’s guest here: https://www.instagram.com/peroxide_blonde
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Tune in to meet a true trailblazer on this week’s episode of With Her Two Hands. Dr. Karen Salvaggio is a veteran in the male-dominated world of racing and defied the odds and blazed her own path to success. Join us as we delve into her remarkable career spanning over 40 years, from her groundbreaking achievements on the racetrack to her tireless efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry.
Don't miss this empowering conversation with a true pioneer!
Check out this week’s guest here: https://www.instagram.com/karen.salvaggio.1 https://karensalvaggio.com/
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Guest: Grace Claudio - Master Certified/Master High Voltage Specialist for BMW
🎙️ Step into the ring of inspiration as Bogi welcomes Grace Claudio from New York on this week's episode of With Her Two Hands. Grace's story is a testament to resilience and determination, as she traded in her boxing gloves for a set of wrenches, carving her path from amateur boxer with dreams of going pro to a skilled master automotive technician.
Tune in as Grace shares her remarkable journey, from Bronx Community College to the BMW Metro STEP program, proving that with grit and passion, anyone can rewrite their story. Get ready to be inspired by Grace's journey from the ring to the garage, where she continues to thrive and conquer new horizons.
This is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss!
Check out this week’s guest here: https://www.instagram.com/iam_graciej_24/
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Guest: Paris McGowan - Harley Davidson Motorcycle Technician
🎙️ This week’s guest on "With Her Two Hands" literally went from grease to grease. Paris McGowan was working in the fast food industry and is now a certified Harley Davidson technician! Her love affair with bikes started when her mom bought a Harley. She originally got a job working at a Harley dealership selling merchandise, and she fell in love with the culture.
Over time she found herself intrigued with the bikes themselves and what was going on back in the shop. Ultimately she moved to Orlando to attend MMI - Motorcycle Mechanic Institute, and followed her dream of becoming a Harley Davidson Technician. Her passion and love for what she does is clear to anyone who meets her, and its obvious that she has ended up exactly where she was meant to!
This is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss! 
 Check out this week’s guest here: https://www.instagram.com/_paris1994
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