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We celebrate Women's History Month with remarkable women who have surpassed the standards in their careers and attitudes toward life: Craig Newmark School Dean Graciela Mochkofsky, CCNY Valedictorian Darresa Rodriguez; CFDA's honoree Maria Cornejo
Honoring BHM: Nuyorican Ed Morales and his book Latinx: The New Force in American Politics & Culture. Hip hop duo Dawer x Damper on their music honoring their Afro-Colombian roots. Angel Gil Teatro Thalia's director of the only bilingual theater in Queens
Chilean novelist Roberto Brodsky on writing and the Latino voters in 2024; filmmaker/Hunter grad Melissa Montero brings light on being Puerto Rican from NY; LaGuardia College provides non-traditional education at the Center for Immigrant Education CIET
Carmen Boullosa interviews Mario Obrero a laureate poet from Spain; La Jornada, an organization led by Pedro Rodríguez that offers humanitarian aid in Queens; Ecuadorian designer/activist Leo Cerda on the Hakhu Project that empowers women from Amazon
In this episode: Carmen Boullosa interviews the award-winning Argentine writer Claudia Piñeiro; we explore City College's Continuing Education Program for GED preparation; and we delve into the career of the extraordinary Mexican jazz singer Magos Herrera
El Museo del Barrio's director Patrick Charpenel on its future; CWE's 10 The Americas Poetry Festival; Nuyorican Councilwoman Carlina Rivera on housing; Musicians Gale (Puerto Rico), K-efe, (Chile,) and Lia Kali (Spain) on the #metoo in the music industry
Multi-awarded Mexican writer Carmen Boullosa on "The Book of Eve", her most recent book. Richard Sáenz is an attorney of the legendary organization Lambda Legal. Alberto “Beto” and Ernesto are two members of the famous trio, the Villalobos Brothers.
Carmen Boullosa talks with the renowned journalist María Hinojosa about the importance of the immigrant community. Rose, a trans woman, on her journey to cross the border. FIT' curator Tanya Meléndez-Escalante speaks about FIT's exhibit ModaHoy!
Historian and best-selling author Felipe Pigna about his book Gardel; MoMA PS1 in Queens brings the Aymara cosmogony to the Museum; Mexican-American Aliza Nizenbaum on her exhibit Queens Lindo y Querido. Cousins Ivan y Leonardo on crossing the border.
Nueva York celebrates #earthday and the #UNSpanishLanguageDay with a line-up of amazing guests from the #LatinoCommunity: Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winner journalist Maria Hinojosa, Cuban Artist Esterio Segura; Mexican designer/artisan Lalo Estrada
Celebrating Women’s History Month, NYU’s King Juan Carlos Center visiting professor Veronica Gago, a specialist in gender issues/feminism; Latina women speak about women's rights at this moment; Independent filmmaker Marta Bautís on her creative process.
Cuban Raymel Casamayor shares his reflections on his Afro-Latino roots. Frankie Miranda, president of the Hispanic Federation, tells us about its many programs to help our community nationwide. Guido Colzani on he creation of his alter ego Magic Sandwich.
Lorine Padilla, godmother of the Bronx, ex-gang member, CUNY alumni and a women's rights advocate Filmmaker Catalina Santamaría on her film about NY Squatters in the '80s; DJ/Drummer Rosa Marín on their relationship with music, immigration and NY at night
Katherine Jimenez was the 1st instructor to teach mambo NY style at the Ailey Extension. Trans Latina Elisa Crespo on education and trans rights; Cristian Peña and his idea of the American Dream and Mafer Bandola on how it is to play a "man's instrument."
In Lower Manhattan, plastic artist and philanthropist Cristóbal Gabarrón and his son Juan, CEO of The Gabarrón Foundation, talk about their evolution worldwide and the project "Ámbito," with which they celebrate their 30th anniversary. In the subway, Julio Díaz tell us how he became the first artist to invent salsa dancing with a doll tied to his feet. And, in Central Park, "Primer Impacto" reporter from Univision, Nayeli Chávez-Geller, reveals how her dream of being in television was possible thanks to City College.
Colombian dancer and choreographer Alvaro Restrepo on El Colegio del Cuerpo as a way to educate low income children; Chef Eduardo Cuenca in what Latin cuisine fusion means. Carmen Boullosa talks to writer Elena Poniatowska and Mexico mayor Claudia Sheinbaum.
Makeup artist Barbara Kent on volunteering for 9/11; Toñita Cays and her social club for Latinos in Williamsburg; photographer Gabriel Garcia Roman a voice for the Latino and afro queer community; Isabella Ramirez salsa dancer in breaking stereotypes
Peruvian teacher and businesswoman Constanza Ontaneda talks about the transformative power of education and her soap business. Puerto Rican designer Franco Lacosta on creating gender-neutral clothes and how to embrace your 'Latinidad'. Cuban model/actress Rachel Vallori on being in control of your destiny and becoming a health-beauty Latino influencer
Celebrating LGBT and gender non-conforming Pride Month with three outstanding guests Andres Montoya on his relationship with religion; Diana de la Pava on being the best possible single mom; Barbara Kent on her journey to become an LGTB American activist.
Dilson Abreu, BMCC's sophomore student, on his mom's influence to keep studying. Melissa Valencia and Carlos Vaca as refugees and their new project, Immigration Legal Services. Braulio Cuenca, on 25 yrs taking photos to the newlyweds in NY City Hall.
Cuban writer Marcial Gala on what inspired him to write Call Me Casandra. Andrea Salazar was given a year to live but after 5 years, she sees cancer as an opportunity. Jose and Andres make paella in NY as a way to connect their kids with their roots.
On World Women's Month stories of Latinas who've fought and succeeded in battles to achieve a world of equal opportunities and the betterment of humanity: NY State Senator Jessica Ramos, Venezuelan singer Ana Carmela Ramirez, cancer survivor Angela Giraldo
Iván Fajardo and David Little on the challenges as gay, multicultural, interracial couple. Honduran-Palestinian actress Grace Canahuati on her roots and characters. Puerto Rican Franco Lacosta about his decision to design gender-neutral clothes
Daniela Serna and Mafer Bandola on their goals with their music band LADAMA; Hermes Espinoza on his journey from an Indigenous community in Mexico to become a fashion designer in NY; Miguel Sosa on the stigma men face on being victims of domestic violence
This month, stories that earned Nueva York NY Emmy awards in 2021: The band Almaluna and their virtual serenades; Venezuelan Mestiza, one of the most renowned freestyle rappers and mother of two; Ecuadorian Kichwa Hatari, a weekly radio show that highlights the Kichwa language.
Pepe Flores, dancer of bomba and plena on Loisaida, NY and La sala de Pepe. Artists, activists at Movement Without Borders event stand up for the humanization of immigration policies. "We Have Iré" explores stories of Afro-Cuban artists from the diaspora.
Peruvian educator, businesswoman Constanza Ontaneda on school's transforming capacity and soap making business. Cuban Rachell Vallori on being a model/actress in pandemic times. Juan Jose Campanella on being a director between Hollywood and Latin America.
Four young Latinos, ages 13-23, discuss the impact of the pandemic has left in their lives. Mexican writer/publisher Socorro Venegas on why to give visibility to female writers.Venezuelan music composer/producer Ella Bric talks about how she creates music
Nueva York dedicates this episode to 3 Latino composers/performers who crossed the border with their art: Music Pulitzer Award-winner composer CUNY professor Tania Leon; legendary Spaniard baritone Juan Pons; young, talented pianist Carolina Calvache
Cuban percussionist and composer, Pedrito Martinez. Natalia Méndez, owner of the legendary Oaxacan restaurant, "La Morada." Carmen Boullosa interviews Puerto Rican writer Giannina Braschi. The DREAMer César Vargas talks about being in politics as an activist. Peruvian filmmaker Melina León on her first feature film "Song without a Name."
