Refolkus Podcast - Art as a Practice for Self-Reflection & Leadership w/ Paula Sofia

In this episode, we dive into a grounded conversation with Guatemalan singer-songwriter Paula Sofía, exploring how she balances her work as both a performing artist and a leader in the arts.

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We get into what it really means to connect with an audience—how storytelling, vulnerability, and intimacy can turn a performance into something that truly resonates. Paula shares her perspective on songwriting, growth, and the evolving journey of an artist and we also touch on how she balances her own creative work with her leadership role with the Small World Music Incubator program.

Find Paula Sofia Online

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulasofiamv/ 

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/paulasofiamv 

Small World Music Incubator Program: https://smallworldmusic.com/incubator 

(Applications open until May 3, 2026)

About Paula Sofía

Paula Sofía is a Guatemalan singer-songwriter and arts leader based in Toronto. Performing entirely in Spanish, she creates vibrant, intimate performances where storytelling, curiosity, and playful audience connection come together. Her music blends Latin American folk pop, inviting listeners into reflective and joyful moments that transcend language. Since releasing her debut album Quinto de Hora in 2020, she has performed at festivals and venues including Hillside, Folk Music Ontario, Sunfest, Drom Taberna, NXNE, Sofar Sounds, and the Aga Khan Museum. Alongside her music, Paula works in arts leadership, leading programs like the Small World Music Incubator, where she supports musicians through mentorship, community-building, and conversations around building sustainable artistic practices.

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Presented by Folk Canada

Hosted by Rosalyn Dennett

Produced by Kayla Nezon and Rosalyn Dennett

Mixed by Jordan Moore of The Pod Cabin

Theme music “Amsterdam” by King Cardiac

Artwork by Jaymie Karn