For Spanish Language Day, Carmen Boullosa speaks with Javier Valdivielso, the new director of Instituto Cervantes NY. In honor of Earth Day, Cubel Designs highlights their work with Indigenous artisans and upcycling. Marco Saavedra reflects on Latino youth

Spaniard Afro-descendant actor, writer & cultural organizer Silvia Albert Sopale explores art, activism & identity. Isabel Saavedra, once undocumented, is now a top immigration lawyer. Anapaula Guajardo brings Hispanic comedy to a new level in NYC.

Honoring Black History Month with FDLA founder Albania Rosario and the Caribbean rhythms from music and dance collective La Rueda de Oro. During Fashion Week, designer Manuel de la Cruz shares how indigenous and Catholic traditions inspire his work.

Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz talks about her Carnegie Hall residency; activist Rosalinda Martínez and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz tackle mass deportations; Colombian artist Iván Argote unveils the reason forDinosaur his giant dove sculpture in Midtown.

This December, Nueva York brings you stories of resilience, creativity, and hope. We highlight the incredible work of Pulso NY, an organization dedicated to reuniting parents and children separated for years, sharing the emotional journeys of families coming together against all odds. Esteemed Mexican author Carmen Boullosa sits down with Chilean w…

Carmen Boullosa interviews MET curator Laura Filloy on cultural relevance of ancient artifacts. Rafa Sanchez, Repertorio's new director, shares his vision for Latin theater in NYC. Artist Franck de las Mercedes discusses his creative residency at Oculus.

Nuria Morgado, CUNY prof the first woman to lead U.S. Spanish Language Academy. Social worker, Ines Gonzalez on mental health for young adults. Tico Torres, Alexis Rodriguez-Duarte, photos immortalized Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa and more Latinos.

In the upcoming elections, Latino voters are poised to play a crucial role. To gain insights into this diverse electorate, we turn to experts from different fields: Prof. Viviana Rivera-Burgos, Mixteca's dir Lorena Kourusias and artist Elena del Rivero

Emmy winner stories: Barbara Kent, a trans makeup artist, volunteered during 9/11. Julio Diaz, a street artist, created a salsa dance doll tied to his feet. Andrea Salazar, given 6 months to live, survived 6 years with faith and a healthy lifestyle.

Baruch Prof. Lizbeth de la Cruz on her El Paso del Norte mural project. Chef Jorge Cardenas of Maya Ix Restaurant was selected by NY Times 100 best recipes. Artist Alberto Ferreras presents his stunning traveling video exhibit, AmericanLatinos 1935-1945

Carmen Boullosa interviews Afro-Cuban poet Nancy Morejon. For Pride Month, we highlight trans LaGuardia student Nirvana Garcia and musician/veteran Maya Garcia. Nuyorican writer Giannina Braschi reflects on the cultural impact of Puerto Ricans in NY.

Mardonio Carballo is a Nahua poet/ activist sharing his cultural heritage and passion for social change. Carlos Hernandez on teaching adults in the literacy program at La Jornada; Carmen Linares on being a role model for other women in Flamenco.

Writer/professor Rojo Robles of Baruch College explores Afro-Latinos and Spanglish. Havana Film Festival NY celebrates 24 years. Loisaida Center discusses Puerto Rican cultural preservation. Musicians honor legendary flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucia

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 f…

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 influen…

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."…

Puerto Rican Giannina Braschi about geometry, poetry, being Boricua in NY. Joselyn Mendoza founder of Mirror Trans Beauty Co-op on creating job opportunities for Latino trans community. Pablo Sainz-Villegas today's foremost master of the classic guitar.

DREAMer Cesar Vargas on why he's running for the Presidency of Staten Island. Colombian Trilce Ortiz Rodriguez on creating the blogs She and Her Sex & Just Trilce. Spanish opera singer Juan Pons and his 25 seasons at the NY Metropolitan Opera House

Argentine songwriter Silvina Moreno on producing her latest album Herminia. Ecuadorian writer María Fernanda Ampuero on gender discrimination and writing daringly. Cuban percussionist/composer Pedrito Martinez on Eric Clapton and Acertijos his new album

Argentinian writer Agustina Bazterrica on her novel Tender is the Flesh; Melina León on her first feature film Song Without a Name Peru's entry for the Oscars; Carolina Calvache on her new album Vida Profunda and her collaboration with Rubén Blades.

Renowned Argentinian illustrator Pepita Sandwich on being creative during a pandemic. Janeth Ramírez on how battling COVID became a family plan. Pianist and composer Pablo Mayor on how Spanish Harlem inspired his new album El Barrio Project-SALSA

Iván Fajardo and David Little on being an interracial gay couple for 17 yrs; Natalia Mendez of La Morada Restaurant on helping others during Covid; Carmen Boullosa, Alberto Quintero, Natalia Felipe on Literalia's recent book, Let's Talk About Your Wall

Javier Castaño on why Queens Latino was the voice for immigrants during COVID. Our host and writer Carmen Boullosa, Alberto Quintero and Paula Monaco discuss Carmen's most recent book Let's Talk About Your Wall. Macaco on diversity and his music project