Found In Translation With Ray Collazo: Recent Episodes

Ray Collazo

The Found In Translation Talk Show: Host Ray Collazo stacks truth about politics and today's hottest issues with a team of diverse experts and commentators.

Bomba Live’s Ray Collazo is joined by political consultant Kristian Ramos of Autonomy Strategies. Ramos and Collazo discuss current political state of play and why Latino voters are lukewarm on President Joe Biden. They share why Biden should get more love from Latinos and what Democrats need to do to put Latino voters front and center of their messaging and campaign efforts. Enjoy this “Found In Translation” Episode and subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube!

Host Ray Collazo is joined by journalist Nicki Mayo to discuss the state of journalism and the overall media landscape. Mayo discussed the need to discern 'new media' from real journalism and shared why her #BlackWomenUnmuted platform is a badly needed outlet to highlight the authentic perspective of Black women in American life. Collazo and Mayo discussed the legacy of #BlackTwitter and if they prefer their pasteles 'con ketchup' or 'sin ketchup.'

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Viviana Lopez Green, senior director for UnidosUS’ Racial Equity Initiative, to discuss UnidosUS’s report "Elevating Latino Experiences and Voices in News about Racial Equity: Findings and Recommendations for More Complete Coverage.” This UnidosUS collaboration with Berkely Media Studies Group outlines how media consistently underrepresents Latino voice in racial equity news coverage. Lopez Green reveals report findings and recommendations on how media can improve news coverage to elevate the impact and perspective of racial equity issues on the Latino community. Collazo and Lopez Green discuss UnidosUS’ work to center Afro-Latino/Afro-Latinx experience in their policy advocacy. Lopez Green also shares what makes her hometown of Cartagena, Colombia so special. This episode is dedicated to the Bomba Live! community’s Colombian family. Subscribe to Bomba Live! on YouTube and find the report and resources at unidosus.org.

Host Ray Collazo is joined by Miguel Guadaloupe, Vice Chair of National Puerto Rican Day Parade Committee, to preview the upcoming parade on Sunday, June 11th in New York City. Guadaloupe details the planning and execution that has taken place to prepare for the iconic 66th annual parade. Guadaloupe and Collazo discuss how the parade has evolved as the diaspora expands across the country and our connection with the island becomes stronger. Collazo and Guadaloupe review this year's honorees, the parade's scholarship program that is providing assistance to 100 Puerto Rican students and the historic lineup of parade participants. Guadaloupe also addresses criticisms of the parade's cooperate partnerships and how they have developed a 'Puerto Rican Day Parade 2.0' model based off past experiences. Attend/follow the National Puerto Rican Day Parade on Sunday, June 11 in person, on ABC7 and online. And Subscribe to Bomba Live! the Talk Show you've been waiting for!

Former Florida Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell joins Bomba Live! to analyze the latest political headlines. Debbie and Host Ray Collazo update us on what the debt ceiling deal means for our country and our politics. Mucarsel Powell and Collazo explain how this deal shows the stark contrast between President Biden's steady leadership and the House Republican uncontrollable ultra-right wing streak. Mucarsel-Powell reflects on how "Day Without An Immigrant" on June 1st symbolizes the value of immigrants to our society. She also shares how Florida's new anti-immigrant law signed by Ron DeSantis is an insult to Latinos and will cause great economic harm to the state. Murcarsel-Powell is a passionate advocate for gun safety laws. Our gun violence crisis just led to the latest tragedy in Hollywood, Florida over the weekend. Murcarsel-Powell explains to viewers how DeSantis approach to issues like gun safety, women's rights and immigration in Florida should put all Latinos and Americans on notice to the potential harm he could cause our country as President. Collazo and Murcarsel-Powell share some thoughts on the unique power of Latino home remedies and shoutout our beloved Ecuadorian-American community. Subscribe to Bomba Live! on YouTube for the talk show you've been waiting for your entire life. Show less

Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo is joined by racial justice journalist Arturo Dominguez on his recent "Latinos and White Supremacy" article. Collazo and Dominguez discuss how the two Latino assailants of recent Texas mass killings were apparently impacted by white supremacist views. Dominguez shares how Latinos typically get influenced by white supremacist ideology and how media's portrayal of immigrants contributes to this toxic culture of racist hate. Collazo also analyzes how Latino led hatred is centered on anti-blackness and anti-indigenousness in the United States and Latin America. Collazo and Dominguez discuss solutions to begin addressing white supremacy in the Latino community. Follow Arturo Dominguez https://twitter.com/extremearturo and Subscribe to Bomba Live: The Talk Show You've Been Waiting For. / @ucanjcvzoa8t-pry...

Host Ray Collazo asks the question “Where’s the Leadership?” on our gun violence crisis. Collazo calls on many sectors to get engaged as our country becomes a prison state.

Collazo provides updates on Immigration news headlines and provides analysis on how we need to view this challenge on our Southern border. He also shares his thoughts on Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierlusi’s comments accusing his own people of being xenophobic and racist.

Collazo opens up about the biggest mental health challenge he has had in years. How the 76ers recently triggered him through the memories of his childhood heroes and villains.

Also watch commentary and highlights from journalist Bianca Graulau on Governor Pierlusi’s comments, Mehdi Hasan on shameful CNN Trump Townhall, MC Planetary on his hip hop music journey, and Joel Berrocal’s take on Bad Bunny’s appearance on WWE Backlash in Puerto Rico.

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Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo is joined by CEO of National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and Wrestling Superfan Joel Berrocal to discuss the Puerto Rican Wrestling takeover over the weekend. Bad Bunny and boricua wrestling stars headlined this weekend's WWE "Backlash" at El Choli in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Collazo and Berrocal discuss Bad Bunny's time in WWE and the buildup to WWE's island return after 19 years.

Collazo and Berrocal analyze the economic and social impact of this Puerto Rican Wrestling Renaissance as spinoff of Benito and the larger Musica Urbana movement. They analyze the performances of Bad Bunny, his opponent and fellow boricua Damian Priest, the Queen Zelina Vega and iconic Puerto Rican Wrestler Savio Vega.

Collazo shares his take on Benito's time in Coachella and what Madison Anderson Berrios' victory on La Casa de Los Famosos means to Puerto Ricans. Berrocal catches us up on latest happenings with National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce. Thank you NPRCC for sponsoring this episode of Bomba Live: The Talk Show You've Been Waiting For Your Whole Life.

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Philly Rican Hip Hop legend Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharaohs Crew. Planetary has been a critically acclaimed lyricist for decades. After four full length albums and numerous world tours, Planetary is back with his first solo album "Project Pluto" that comes out on May 12th. Planetary joins his big brother Ray Collazo for this first of an epic 3 episode interview series on his beginnings as a child of the nascent '90s Philly Hip Hop scene. Planetary shares some incredible Philly hip hop history from his beginnings as teenage MC learning the ropes along-side rap/music legends such as Vinny Paz of Jedi Mind Tricks, The Roots, Eve, Gillie the Kid, Jazzy Jeff, Rich Medina and Jill Scott. This part one conversation is a must listen for aspiring music artists, creatives looking to regenerate their careers later in life and just fans of Hip-Hop history. Host Ray Collazo also shares his thoughts on ongoing Bad Bunny/Kendall Jenner/Gabriela Berlingeri love triangle and the appointment of Julie Chavez Rodriguez to become President Biden's Campaign Manager. And a "best of Bomba Live moment" featuring Freestyle legends Betty Dee, Brenda K. Starr and Corina. Support Planetary's new solo album "Project Pluto" when it's released on May 12th and Subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube: The talk show you've been waiting for your entire live.

The Talk Show you have waited for your entire life is back! Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo breaks down why Clarence Thomas is the biggest sellout of all times to Black America AND our Democracy. Ray shares his observations from last week's trip to Washington, DC for the America Votes Conference. America Votes is the nation's largest gathering of progressive advocacy groups. Liste to Collazo, Selina Pagan, John Loredo, Dwight Bullard, Rosario Rucoba and Julio Cesar Gayit Guevara share their biggest takeaways about the progressive movement and Latino advocacy in 2023. Most importantly, Collazo pays homage to Philadelphia Latino community pioneers Angel L. Medina and Elizabeth Guaracao, who we lost this past week. Plus Collazo's takeaways from Bad Bunny's Coachella performance and his recent "Hollywood phase." Thank you Wilmar Vazquez, Betty Dee, J.W. Cortes, K7, Tiffany Sierra, Karina Martinez, Nissim Leon, Elbert Garcia and Christina Vega for show appearances. Intro music video by Planetary, whose new album comes out May 12th!!!

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Host Ray Collazo shares his analysis of shameful actions by Tennessee State House to expel two young African-American members Justin Pearson and Justin Jones. Collazo outlines why this in an inflection point in our democracy and civil rights and why we need to get off the sidelines to take bold action. Collazo also discusses what Good Friday means to him as part of his spiritual journey during this past year. Subscribe to Bomba Live YouTube page and enjoy the holiday weekend.

Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia react to former President Donald Trump being indicted on 34 felony counts by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. They discuss the political and social implications for the 2024 elections, media coverage and the history of salacious New York City trials. Collazo shares what this says about our country and his conflicted views on President Joe Biden.

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by baseball analysts Cheats, Jorge Martinez, Michael Collazo, Alex Sepulveda, Julia Rivera, Fernando Torres and Antonio Chaurand to give you a worldwide preview of World Baseball Classic 2023. Listen as analysts breakdown the rosters and prospects for Teams USA, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Mexico y mucho mas!

Shoutout to Cheats work at Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast that highlights presence of African-Americans in baseball.

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Host Ray Collazo are joined by co-host Monte Perez and Superfans Orrie Hicks, Antonio Chaurand, Dom Digorgio, Leo Prieto and Juan Carlos Chaurand for Super Bowl Bomba! Crew breaks down matchup between top two teams in NFL and what this game means to fans in Philadelphia and Kansas City. Perez also analyzes significance of Lebron James breaking all time NBA scoring record while Collazo breaks down why Kareem Abdul Jabbar is still a GOAT. Hicks and Digorgio get Collazo off the ledge about their 76ers.

Much respect to Latino ballers like Isiah Pacheco and Robert Quinn who will be playing in the big game and the awesome fan bases from KC and Philly. Subscribe for more Bomba Live: The show you have been waiting for your entire life.

Found In Translation Talk Show hosts Ray Collazo and Enrique Chaurand are joined by Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Salazar of UnidosUS Action Fund and Luis Avila to take a deep dive into Arizona politics. Liz gives us the landscape on the critical Arizona Senate and Governor’s races. Liz also breaks down what issues are truly important this cycle. Then Luis joined us to help us understand the key to organizing the essential Arizona Latino vote in 2022.

A hardy congratulations to Hispanic Civil Rights icon Raul Yzaguirre for receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom just days before the beginning of the annual UnidosUS Conference in San Antonio, July 9-11, 2022.

Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis the historic happenings in Washington this week.

Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand are joined by Yvonne Gutierrez, the Managing Director of the Latino Victory Project. Yvonne is a long time reproductive rights activist. She joined us to share how the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe vs. Wade impacts Latinas’ civil rights and health care access.

Gutierrez, Collazo and Chaurand explore how this assault on women’s rights will impact the upcoming 2022 Midterm elections, what Democrats need to do now and how we continue to build power within the Latinx community.

Collazo and Chaurand catch us up on what this week’s January 6th hearings and a surprising SCOTUS decision mean for our democracy and immigration policy.

Congratulations to Dalia Ramirez for winning her Congressional primary election for Illinois-Congressional District 3 and don’t miss the annual UnidosUS Conference coming up in San Antonio, July 9-11.

Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis of this week’s hot political headlines.

Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand analyze what this week’s January 6th hearings mean for possible federal prosecution of former President Donald Trump. They also discuss the impact of the newly passed Senate Gun Safety bill and SCOTUS gun rights decision.

Newly elected Republican Congresswoman Mayra Flores is claiming to be part of a new movement of Latino voters towards Republican party. Is Flores the future of Republican politics or just a viral youtube clip?

Finally, Collazo makes his first bold proclamation on the 2024 elections. Who indeed is the Presidential favorite right now? Subscribe to Found In Translation Talk Show on YouTube and anywhere you can listen to a podcast.

#January6 #GunSafety #LatinoVote #MayraFlores #FoundInTranslation #LatinoPolitics

Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Enrique Chaurand welcome pollster and political analyst Fernand Amandi to discuss the real story of the Latino Vote. Are Latinos really drifting towards Republicans? What are issues Latinos care about leading up to midterms. Crew also takes deep dive into Nevada electoral landscape and how Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and Secretary of State candidate Cisco Aguilar can excite Latino voters.

Collazo and Chaurand also analyze the impact of House Select January 6th Committee hearings on future of democracy and can Uvalde tragedy be the tipping point for bipartisan gun safety legislation. Crew also discuss significance of 10 year DACA anniversary and share new music and Netflix recommendations.

#LatinoVote #LatinoPodcast #RayCollazo #FernandAmandi #DACA

FOUND IN TRANSLATION TALK SHOW, your home for Latino politics & news, is back this week with updates on the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Meeting with White House, Republican infighting on January 6th insurrection and latest anti-Latino attack. Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand then interview Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS to update us on immigration policies from Capitol Hill to our Southern Border. Guevara shares what UnidosUS is calling on President Biden to do now on immigration while Collazo analyzes why we need to push back on the right wing narrative related to immigration policy. Chaurand updates us on latest work UnidosUS Action Fund and Dream Corps are doing to engage Latinos in Climate Change movement while Collazo gives us his weekly Puerto Rican news update. Finally, hosts discuss their fight over a Mexican/Puerto Rican baller.

Found In Translation Talk Show is back with host Rafael “Ray” Collazo and new cohost political communications expert Enrique Chaurand. Chaurand interviews Collazo to catch us up on this past year as Collazo has assumed the role of UnidosUS Action Fund’s Executive Director. UnidosUS Action Fund is the 501c4 political arm of the nation’s largest Latino Civil Rights Organization. Collazo catches us up on his new national platform and the political landscape for Latino voters in 2022.

Collazo and Chaurand are then joined by one of the country’s leading Latina environmentalist, Jessica “Jessie” Buendia. Jessie is the Dream Corps Vice President of Sustainability and National Director of Green For All, a nonprofit program founded by Van Jones to build an inclusive green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty.

Buendia shares with us the importance of Earth Day and Latino climate change engagement. Collazo and Buendia announce an exciting new partnership between Dream Corps and UnidosUS Action Fund to mobilize Latino voters in Florida around the environment. Follow @jessie_buendia and @greenforall and work together to protect our planet for the next generations.

At end of episode, Collazo makes huge announcement on next steps for both Found In Translation Talk Show and Bomba Live! Follow @fit_talkshow and @bombalivepr for more content that educates, inspires and entertains.

Found In Translation Host Rafael “Ray” Collazo shares his real time reactions to Will Smith and Chris Rock’s confrontation during the 2022 Oscars. Collazo analyzes the many angles of this sad moment in Hollywood history and discusses the many positive highlights throughout the show, including Ariana DeBose, Encanto, Quest Love and CODA.

Collazo also touches on Ukrainian conflict, Daddy Yankee’s new album, Danielle Clavell on American Idol and March Madness.

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Festival Director Marangeli Mejia-Rabell of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival. Marangeli will review her exciting movie lineup for this year's virtual festival from May 30-June 6th. Ray and Marangeli will also discuss film's impact on the culture and her exciting role in the upcoming Bomba Live 2! on Saturday, June 12th.

Go to PHLAFF.org for film festival tickets and Bombalive.co for Bomba Live 2! Tickets!

Host Ray Collazo welcomes award winning writer Quiara Alegria Hudes on this week's Bomba Live! for a historic conversation. The pride of Philadelphia discusses her new book "My Broken Language" and her upcoming movie "In The Heights." Celebrate literature, Philly and #BoricuaExcellence.

Collazo and Hudes also have a major announcement about Bomba Live 2! on Saturday, June 12th.

Parent Alert! Host Ray Collazo is joined by Youth Motivational speakers Joaquin Zihuatanejo and Carlos "Chu" Ojeda Jr. from Educational consulting company CoolSpeak. Joaquin discusses his new book “Dollars For Scholars,” a guide to writing winning college and scholarship essays. We also talk about empowering young men and special #bombalive2! announcements.

In segment 2, Collazo will share how we all need to address femicide epidemic in Puerto Rico. #NiUnaMas

Host Ray Collazo is joined by Monte Perez of Nuts and Bolts Sports for our Spring Sports Special. Perez analyzes NFL Draft, previews NBA playoffs and shares his vision for Bomba Live 2!'s Sports programming. Plus Boxing promoter and Monroe County, New York Executive candidate Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons joins show to discuss boxing and sports worlds' responsibility to respond to domestic violence tragedies in Puerto Rico and throughout the country.

#RIPKeishla #RIPAndrea #NiUnaMas #LoveShouldntHurt #PazParaColombia

Hosts Ray Collazo & Vanessa Maria Graber are joined by activists Jason Ortiz, Jess F. Gonzalez and Nelson Guerrero for the long anticipated "CANNABIS SHOW." This special episode of Found In Translation/BOMBA LIVE! simulcast will break down how the Cannabis movement impacts health, business and racial justice.

Collazo and Graber also reveal two other major guests that will be joining Bomba Live 2! the virtual Puerto Rican celebration taking place on Saturday, June 12th. You won't want to miss it!

Ray Collazo & Maryanell Agosto host this special "Autism Is a Superpower" episode. Collazo and Agosto are joined by YouTube Sensations Miguel and Iliana Santos of ToyQuest101, Parent Advocate Jennifer Hutcheson and Occupational Therapist Alicia Stufoso on how we help our loved ones across the spectrum show us their Superpowers!

This episode is dedicated to all those on the spectrum, their parents, caregivers and other loved ones. You are not alone.

Host Ray Collazo is joined by Argentina Beltran, Liz Miyoung Kaufman, Ben Cheng and Elbert Garcia to discuss what true solidarity among Asian-Americans/Pacific Islanders and Latinos looks like in 2021. Kaufman updates us mood of Minnesota's activist community in midst of Ben Chauvin trial for murder of George Floyd.

Cheng and Beltran share practical tips on how to show solidarity to Asian-American/Pacific Islander community during this time. Kaufman shares historical context to latest wave of anti-Asian American violence impacting our community. Elbert Garcia updates us on special anniversary to that speaks to ongoing history of solidarity between AAPIs, Latinos and other diverse communities. #STOPASIANHATE

Arizona Under Attack: Voter Suppression Efforts At The Capitol On this week's Found in Translation, you will hear a recent virtual townhall on Voter Suppression efforts in Arizona. Voter suppression is real. Join Co-hosts UnidosUS Action Fund, Arizona Advocacy Networks and other allied partners for panel discussion on what is happening at the state Capitol and what we can do to prevent the erosion of Latino voting rights. Episode includes opening from Gabriella Cázares-Kelly, Pima County Recorder and panelists Liz Salazar, Arizona Policy Advisor, UnidosUS Action Fund Beth Lewis, Co-Executive Director, Save Our Schools Network, Paulette Zinzun, Deputy Legislative & Policy Director, Arizona Advocacy Network, Francisca Gil, Political Director, Our Voice Our Vote and Gina Mendez, Organizing Manager, LUCHA.

Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Empowerment Comedian Ernie G. The panel chops it up about how Ernie G has harnessed the power of laughter to help millions of people through mental health coaching, TEDx speaking and standup comedy.

Collazo and Reyes provide news updates on American Rescue Plan, Vaccine distribution and Violence Against Women's Act.

Jeffrey Vargas joins show to talk March Madness and what hoops means to the FIT/Bomba Live crew.

FIT/Bomba Live family stands in solidarity with our Asian-American community. #StopAsianHate

Hosts Ray Collazo and Vanessa Maria Graber are joined by juvenile justice activist & podcast star Luis "Suave" Gonzalez and legendary journalist Maria Hinojosa. Maria and Suave discuss their groundbreaking "Suave Podcast" and Maria's new book "Once I Was You."

Learn about what made Maria and Suave's 27 year relationship as journalist and source possible. Suave also reveals what made him believe in the power of redemption even while he served a life sentence. Join us for this historic and gripping conversation.

Hosts Ray Collazo & Christina Vega are joined by political analyst Elbert Garcia and Freestyle legend and podcaster Betty Dee. The crew will share some huge announcements related to Bomba Live!, Betty Dee's new project and Ray's new gig. A must listen!

Host Ray Collazo is joined by special cohosts Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and Alan Taveras of Brands of Puerto Rico. They announce their exciting collaboration to build partnerships between businesses on the island and the diaspora.

Collazo also interviews boricua entrepreneurs Chef Vivoni, Ivdia Velazquez and Roberto Rivera to discuss how we can do business together to strengthen the island's economy. #GrowPR

Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Zoe Colon for this special "Bronx Takeover" edition. The all Bronx lineup features actress, speaker and author April Hernandez Castillo to discuss her newest book "Embracing Me." Plus music sensation April Rose on her hit single "Unstoppable" and her burgeoning career.

The panel also shares the impact of Salsa legend Johnny Pacheco and Hip-Hop pioneer Prince Markie D on the culture. RIP to Johnny and Mark.

Support Texas relief efforts and continue to hold Republican officials in Texas accountable for #ERCOT disaster.

Uptown Baby!

Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes host this week's Valentine's Day Special. Angel and Isamac Figueroa share how service has been the center of their love affair. Certified Sex Coach Ana Lopez joins us to discuss how to back in touch with intimacy during COVID season.

Collazo and Reyes also update us on this week's news headlines.

Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega welcome the "Boricua Social Media All Stars" to Found In Translation/Bomba Live simulcast. Funky Bacalao, Cooking With Omi, Dean Huertas, J3RSYRICAN and Ivelissa Riendo y Comiendo join us to share their favorite moments as Latino Social Media influencers and what's next for their brands. Collazo and Vega also analyze AOC's epic IG Live and other news headlines. Plus, a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT you won't want to miss!

Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli is joined by Uber Publicist/PR guru Barbara Lizzet Sanchez to get you ready to unleash your inner mogul in 2021. Sanchez has guided careers of legends like Snoop Dog, T-Boz and Danny Trejo. Sanchez also shared why she is passionate about supporting single mothers' achieve their dreams.

Plus music from "los nenes del reggaetón" Chily y Topo!

Host Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts/advocates Kyle Darby, Dom Miller and Cynthia Santiago to discuss the Black and Latino agenda in 2021. The panel lays out how we work together to advocate for equitable policies around COVID relief, immigration, economic recovery and criminal justice reform. Plus, new music by Salsero Luis Espada!

Host Ray Collazo updates us on what this week's election results in Georgia and subsequent coup attempt mean for us. Collazo is joined by CEO of Luna Sol Media Danay Escanaverino to discuss the Clubhouse App phenomenon. Tiffany Sierra of Cocina Sierra comes back to prepare us some Arroz con Gandules. Que viva America!

Host Ray Collazo celebrates the New Year by sharing highlights of his favorite moments from 2020. Collazo along with cohosts, producers and special guests had you covered through 2020 with provocative coverage of COVID19, Elections, the hottest news/social media headlines, incredible musical performances and celebrity appearances. Enjoy the highlights and Happy 2021!

This week was a "Virtual Puerto Rican Parranda" crossover episode featuring shows "Love Shouldn't Hurt" "Found In Translation" and "Bomba Live." Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega are joined by musical artists Fabiola Mendez and Enchategui leading the parranda live from Puerto Rico.

The parranda included appearances from Shirley Santos, Miguel and Iliana from ToyQuest101, Tiffany Sierra of Cocina Sierra, David From Puerto Rican Flags Up and music from Aleyda Santos.

Thanks for show Producers Elbert Garcia and Rey Velez and enjoy a blessed Holiday Season.

Found In Translation/Bomba Live Crossover: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Content Guru/Activist George "Urban Jibaro" Torres to share his personal COVID recovery story. Dionely Reyes and Tania Valencia join to break down the Selena Netflix series and why Bad Bunny is winning 2020.

Found In Translation/Bomba Live! is back! Host Ray Collazo is joined by Javier Cuebas on life as a Puerto Rican on Biden campaign and what to expect from his Presidency. Dr. Karen Jaime returns to pay homage to legendary founder of Nuyorican Cafe Miguel Algarin. Politics, poetry, chisme, news, music y mucho mas!

Host Ray Collazo provides analysis on this crazy election. The latest updates on election state of play, the Latino Vote story and what this means for our politics in 2021. Yes, 2021 will be here one day.

Collazo also discusses the power of the 'Big Dawg.' Episode also includes special appearances from Frankie Negron, Eli Castro, Mia Mendez, Fabiola Mendez and Heidi Ann Rosa.

Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia provide first reactions to you night one of election results. Collazo and Garcia update you ramifications of a strong Trump performance, frustrating Florida, the Latino 'white supremacy problem' and what to expect for the rest of the election cycle.

Episode dedicated to all of the organizers and activists that did they could to save our democracy this election cycle. Win or lose, you are champions.

Found In Translation Host Ray Collazo provides his final analysis of the 2020 Elections with thoughts for both Biden and Trump supporters as well as his guide to observing the Electoral Map on Tuesday+.

Collazo provides advice for what Biden supporters can do to alleviate anxiety over these critical 48 hours. Episode also includes appearances from cuatrista Fabiola Mendez and YouTube Sensation Drew Anthony.

Episode is dedicated to all of the organizers and activists you have worked tirelessly to preserver our democracy this election cycle.

Episode 402: Guest Host Zoe Colon leads a conversation with Puerto Rican political organizers Jimmy Torres-Velez and Maria Revelles Mitchell about mobilizing the Puerto Rican vote in 2020. While many just began focusing on this critical demographic in our national conversation, these experts have been organizing boricua voters throughout the diaspora and on the island through countless campaigns. Listen to these leaders on the ground in Central Florida on what it takes to engage Puerto Rican voters.

This panel took place during the inaugural Bomba Live this past June.

Found In Translation/Bomba Live! crossover is back with Hosts Ray Collazo and Vanessa Maria Graber. Collazo and Graber are "spilling the tea" on the State of Play on the election, the perspective of Latino voters and mobilizing strategies during the final election stretch. Collazo and Graber also call out #LaComai and Rev. Samuel Rodriguez for unacceptable behavior this week.

“D’Que Latino!” writer and producer Sulma Arzu-Brown along with cast members Rhina Valentin, Marilyn Camacho and Julia Caras-Linares join us to discuss their cutting edge web series that addresses issues of colorism and other sensitive issues impacting Latina career women. Support D’Que Latino! and make your plan to vote!

Celebrate Found In Translation's 400th episode in style with hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega as we celebrate with Freestyle Music Legends Betty Dee of Sweet Sensation and DJ Richie Rich Worldwide. Relieve some stress as we chop it up about the past, present and future of this distinct urban Latino cultural phenomenon.

Listen to what's next for these music powerhouses and learn more about the new Puerto Rican food hotspot in Philly!

Ray and the entire Found In Translation Family thanks all our loyal listeners for supporting this podcast for over 7 years and now 400 episodes!

Found in Translation is back with a special 'Post Debate" Edition that took place immediately following this historic Presidential debate. Hosts Rafael Collazo and Elbert Garcia were joined by analyst James Garcia of Vanguardia America and Prince George County Councilperson Deni Taveras to help analyze the most important debate in our modern history. It was surely a spectacle, but will it matter? Did Biden show enough? Was the word "Latino" every uttered?

Bomba Live! Mujeres edition. Building Latinx, Black And Asian Solidarity with hosts Zoė ColÓn and Dr. Judith Perez Caro featuring guests Jennė Lewis, Dr. Howard Caro-Lopez and Benjamin Cheng. Plus special musical guest cuatrista Fabiola Mendez!

Episode 398: Hosts Ray Collazo and Abe Amoros share their feelings on the state of play of the 2020 election and honor two Black women heroes. Carlos Odio of Equis Lab help us handicap the Latino Vote and Federico DeJesus analyzes Biden's new "Puerto Rico Plan."

Episode 397: Host Ray Collazo is joined by featured co host Denise Padin Collazo to discuss her new book "Thriving In The Fight." Special guest Jasmine Sessoms of "She Can Win!" will join show to discuss mobilizing women of color and this week's news headlines. Plus analysis of state of play in critical swing states Florida and Pennsylvania.

Episode 396: Bomba Live!/Found In Translation simulcast is back with our "Back to School Special." Hosts Ray Collazo and Shirley Santos are joined by guests Addriana Montalvo, Marisol Serrano-Colon and YouTube sensations Kaidel y Axel on how we maintain self-care, purpose, student motivation, advocacy and joy during the ongoing COVID19 season.

Episode 395: Guest Hosts Zoe Colon and Dr. Dinorah Nieves explore true meaning of Latinx representation through lens of race, ethnicity and identity. Host Ray Collazo joined to discuss the (mis) representation of RNC's infamous speaker Kimberley Guilfoyle. They also explored the dynamics in play with Puerto Rican/Latino voters in Florida and around the country for this upcoming election.

Found In Translation Episode 394: FIT/Bomba Live! hosts Ray Collazo and Abe Amoros analyze the Democratic National Convention with Joe Biden surrogate Commissioner Viviana Janer and DNC Bernie Sanders Delegate Patricia Campos. Plus Ray and Dionely Reyes interview Puerto Rican Music Superstar Rafa Pabon on new single "Bandido!"

Found In Translation Episode 393: Host Ray Collazo analyzes Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention. We knew the first day of a virtual convention was going to be weird, but did it work? Were progressives, youth and Latinos assuaged by lineup and messages? Collazo shares impact of speakers like First Lady Michelle Obama, Bernie Sanders, Eva Longoria and Kristen Urquiza to the festivities.

Collazo also compares Vice President Biden to a legendary sports superstar who was well past his prime during his greatest moment. Is that a foreshadow to what is to come? Plus preview of Day 2.

Episode 392: Hosts Ray Collazo and Abe Amoros analyze Joe Biden's selection of Kalama Harris and the election chaos in Puerto Rico with Sandra Rodriguez-Cotto. Musica urbano correspondents La Armonia and Dionely Reyes break down Jowell Y Randy's new album 'Viva El Perreo' and the Mozart La Para vs. Lapiz Conciente rap beef. Plus music from La Parcha and Daniree!

Found In Translation, Episode 391: Hosts Christina Vega and Jazmin DeJesus with guests Lydiana Gonzalez, Evelyn Ramos and Edna Maldonado for the ultimate virtual "Bomba Live!" Ladies Night! Grab your wine glass as the ladies take care of you with makeup and lashes tutorials, summer drink recipes and real career talk. Plus musical performance by Daniree!

Found In Translation, Episode 390: Host Zoe Colon and special guests Dr. Dinorah Nieves and Dr. Judith Perez Caro discuss power of Latina mentorship in 2020 with legendary Bronx activist Elba Cabrera. Plus music from Maria Isa and Betty Dee of Sweet Sensation. Join this inspiring virtual Puerto Rican Celebration of sisterhood, culture and community de puro Bronx!

Found In Translation is back for our annual summer sports special with the "Sports Whisperer" Monte Perez of the Full Monte Sports Show. Monte and Ray will preview the NBA restart and diagnose MLB's ongoing COVID nightmare.

Monte and Ray also discuss the Jamal Adams trade, Edgar Berlenga's KO streak and the ongoing woes of the Jets and Knicks.

Found In Translation Episode 388: FIT/Bomba Live! simulcast is back to save our kids with teacher/labor leader Wendy Doromal and our democracy with Portland-Boricua activist Pedro Anglada Cordero. How can Latino parents feel safe having their kids return to school and what do we need to provide students and teachers to be ready? Wendy and Pedro report to us what's happening on the front lines in Orlando and Portland.

Hosts Ray Collazo and Shirley Santos also analyze Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez' iconic statement on the House Floor to respond to verbal abuse of Congressman Ted Yoho and its impact on the fight for gender equality.

Special guest social media comedian Drew Anthony also joined us to discuss his iconic "WHEN RADIO PLAYS REGGAETON FROM 2000s" video! Listen to Drew Anthony get serenaded by FIT's muse Koser.

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Found In Translation/Bomba Live simulcast is back talking 'adobo activism' with Alan Taveras of Brands of Puerto Rico and Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce. We discuss how to support Puerto Rican small businesses during #GoyaBoycott and beyond. Taveras shares what Brands of PR offers and impact of supporting local businesses on the island.

Hosts Ray Collazo and Suliah Picorelli also interview musical group La Parcha! Calde y Pablo Javier de La Parcha share how they developed their distinct style incorporating reggeaton/cumbia/balladas and pop. The crew also discusses the challenges and opportunities for artists during COVID19 and La Parcha requests Sulaih sing; y que paso?

Collazo also updates us on why COVID19 is hitting Latino community so hard and what we can do to support the most vulnerable during this time.

Plus reflections on passing of Naya Rivera and continued buzz surrounding "Mucho, Mucho, Amor" documentary on Walter Mercado.

FIT/Bomba Live are back to discuss Walter Mercado’s epic Netflix documentary “Much, Mucho, Amor” and this week’s news headlines with Zulema Rodriguez, Marangeli Mejia Rabell and Mayra Arroyo. Can we really get our kids back to school?

Adonis Banegas also joins to discuss El Concilio’s upcoming Virtual Hispanic Fiesta. Plus musical performances from La Voz 2019 Winner Jeidimar Rijos and Domino Saints!

Episode 385: Found In Translation/Bomba Live Simulcast with Hosts Ray Collazo, Zoe Colon and Shirley Santos. Panel discussed how free Puerto Ricans/Latinos really are in 2020 and the language of race in Puerto Rico. Guests Mercedes Vazquez and New York State Senate candidate Hilda Rosario-Escher updated us on how voter suppression is impacting Latinos in Upstate New York. Plus performances from Muevete Dance Company and Cultura Activa. Wepa!      SHOW LESS

FIT/Bomba Live! Vodcast Episode 384: Hosts Ray Collazo, Sulaih Picorelli and Christina Vega are joined by Lizza Monet Morales aka "XOXO Lizza" on Latino celebrity response to #BlackLivesMatter #BrownLivesMatter and upcoming Hispanicize Virtual Conference.

Author Paul Sangillo stops by discuss his new crime thriller "The Golden Prison.

Nicole Valadez from Trill Multicultural shares information on their "Activist Bootcamp" and Pablo Batista shares his new Latin Jazz single "Watermelon Man."

The Golden Prison: Legal Mystery

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 383: Host Ray Collazo shares the "7 Year Anniversary Special, Part II" along with an array of artists and special guests. Enjoy special performances from Frankie Negron, Pablo Batista, Joaquin Zihuatanejo, Sulaih Picorelli, Kuan aka King of Bees and Jim Lujan with appearances from Zoe Colon, Nissim Leon, Dionely Reyes, Vanessa Maria Graber and Jeffrey Vargas.

Can watch full episode on FIT YouTube Page.

FIT Episode 382: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Bomba Live! team Christina Vega, Shirley Santos and Zoe Colon to review highlights from this past weekend Bomba Live! Virtual Puerto Rican Celebration, which can be found @bombalivepr on FB & IG and @bomba_live on Twitter.

Highlights on this episode include performances from Maria Isa and Sweet Sensation's Betty Dee and Rosa Clemente.

American Idol Puerto Rico's Aleyda Santos returns for live performance.

Crew updates us on historic SCOTUS decision to save DACA program and Justice Sotomayor's impassioned opinion. Bad Bunny updates and announcement on future "A List" guest!

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 381: Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega are joined by "A" List Hollywood star Sofie Khan to discuss the life of a "MexiStani Pan Sexual" artist in Hollywood. Christina Vega updates us on BOMBA Live! lineup, including the special announcement that comedian/actor Eli Castro will be joining the show as a co-host.

And Collazo explains why Joe Biden reminds us of our Junior Prom date. Bomba Live! Virtual Puerto Rican Celebration takes place on Saturday, June 13th on Bomba Live! and Found In Translation Social Media channels. Follow @bombalivepr on IG & FB and @bomba_live on Twitter.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 380: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Jennifer Rodriguez of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and entrepreneurs Wanda Mora, Tania Valencia and Mami Elva for the conversation about how to get to business during COVID19.

This episode is dedicated to Breanna Taylor. A nurse who was killed while sleeping in her home by police who went into the wrong apartment. The senseless violence against black people needs to stop.

Found In Translation Talk Show, Episode 379: Hosts Ray Collazo and Zoe Colon on state of education for Latino students during COVID19 with Amalia Chamorro of UnidosUS and New Jersey educator Shirley Santos. Listen to updates on dangerous re-opening, why we run 2:23 and LISTEN for BIG NEWS on future episode!

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 377: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are back with guests Ana and Danilo Rodriguez for our yearly Mother's Day Special. Join us as we honor our mothers, share why masks stay on and reflect on last week's anniversary special. Yamelisa Taveras updates us on the work of UnidosFund.org to provide students tools they need for online learning. Episode dedicated to memories of Katia Maria Capellan and Ahmaud Arbery.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 376: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli enjoy the ‘7 Year Anniversary Special, Part I” along with an array of artists and special guests. Enjoy special performances from Sofie Khan, Heidy Anne Rosa, Nicasio Montelara, Karen Jaime, KOSER and Kxng Charisma along with appearances from FIT favorites Christina Vega, Laiza Santos, Yaya Rivera, Abe Amoros and Mario Collazo.

Look out for Part II featuring Frankie Negron soon! Can watch full episode on FIT YouTube Channel.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 375: Hosts Ray Collazo and Zoe Colon discuss bleach as political touchstone and review Nicky Jam's NetFlix documentary "El Ganador." Dr. DeShawn Chapman also joins to discuss African-American and Latino coalition building.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 374: FIT sets off two week celebration of show’s 7 Year Anniversary. Dionely Reyes and Elbert Garcia join Host Ray Collazo to analyze the gaslighting of Latinos/immigrants by administration. Maryanell Agosto updates us on best ways to support Autistic children during COVID19 season and Carol Obando-Derstine shares home safety tips during this crisis.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 373: FIT's Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Dr. Amit Kharod and Ebelyss Martinez to discuss the state of healthcare and healthcare workers during COVID19 season. UnidosUS Carlos Guevara also updates us on life for immigrants during crisis.

Found In Translation Episode 372: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest Zoe Colon to ‘sound off’ on the hottest issues of the day. Issues tackled on this edition of Found In Translation:

Strategies to mitigate harm to Latinos of COVID19. Colon shares her experience educating more newly arrived Puerto Rican communities in Central Florida.
Florida Puerto Rican Vote: What people need to know and just don’t know about engaging this critical voting bloc.
Residente’s IG interview with AOC: Analysis of what interview means for intersection of U.S. Latino/Latin American solidarity and progressive politics.
Zoe Colon updates us on importance of Domestic Violence prevention during COVID19.
Collazo, Colon and contributor Charlie Ramos analyze what presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden needs to do get Puerto Rican voters from Florida, to Pennsylvania excited about this candidacy.
Crew deliberates on what IG battle would they like to see featuring Puerto Rican celebrities. Shout out to hip hop legends DJ Premier and RZA for inspiring conversation.

Found In Translation Episode 371: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Dr. Miguelina German, the Director of Pediatric Behavioral Health Services at Montefiore Medical Center, to discuss the mental health story of Covid19. Dr. German updates us on how her Bronx based Health Center is treating afflicted patients at ground zero of the Covid19 pandemic. Dr. German also shares critical mental health coping mechanisms to support ourselves, children and other loved ones.

Dr. German and the Found In Translation family are particularly concerned about minority disparities in Covid19 spread and fatalities. Please stay informed in both English and Spanish about how you can keep your loved ones stay safe.

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy.

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy.

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy.

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy.

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 369: Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia soundoff on what we can learn from the COVID19 pandemic during Holy Week. Collazo reveals which one of the Ten Commandments is being overlooked at this time that explains many of the problems we are faced with.

Collazo breaks down the health, economic and democratic well being our country is in danger of losing. The Wisconsin primary debacle is the latest example that we are losing our democracy in the midst of this health pandemic.

Leadership, faith, accountability, service....all on the table during the Holy Week soundoff.

This episode is dedicated to all we have lost due to COVID19 scourge, including Dr. Jaime Wilson. RIP

The FIT family wishes people of all faiths and beliefs safety, enlightenment and love during the COVID10 season.

Found In Translation Episode 368: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Autism parent advocates Teresa Chaurand and Maryanell Agosto to provide an overview for parents on how to approach advocacy for your children on the spectrum. From navigating healthcare systems, school districts and family dynamics, Chaurand and Agosto provide invaluable tips for parents/caregivers of our loved ones on spectrum.

Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli also updates us on the importance of completing the Census.

Found In Translation is proud to announce that FIT is dedicating the rest of the year to Autism Awareness. FIT will feature regular segments with health experts, educators, parents and people on the spectrum to provide information and support for our Autistic loved ones and their caregivers.

Found In Translation Episode 367: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli and members of the PA Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs (GACLA) to discuss how the state and advocates are supporting residents through the #COVID19 season. Commissioners Ida Castro, Adrian Rivera Reyes, Nelly Jimenez and Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez share how Latinos and Spanish speaking residents can access health, human, economic and educational services during this crisis. The panel also ‘connects the dots’ between the inequities that this crisis has brought to the surface and how we can use this opportunity to advocate for more systematic changes to our healthcare, education and economic systems. The panel also shares why completing the Census is so critical to our long-term societal equity agenda.

As the former Director of the EEOC, Ida Castro reflects on how this administration is handling this crisis in comparison to the administration she served.

Advocates also reflect in two languages how #COVID19 is impacting their communities and their personal lives.

Found In Translation Episode 366: Host Ray Collazo sounds off on what President Trump's announcement that the country will remain quarantined until at least April 30th and how this sums up his mismanagement of the pandemic. Collazo blasts off on the scope of this disaster, how the Puerto Rico relief response foreshadowed this entire situation and why the most vulnerable are more in danger than ever.

Collazo also lays out what we need to do from here to protect our families, embrace blessings of situation and hold everyone accountable to our survival. Stay safe family.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 365: FIT is all about the kids today as host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli and a panel of educators, advocates and students to talk about how we support our children during this Coronavirus season. Plus an American's journey to unlock the U.S. Join the Mejia and Vargas families plus Eva Mendez on this week's FIT. Stay safe family!

Found In Translation Episode 364; Host Ray Collazo provides analysis on the political battle around Coronavirus Relief Package #3 and shares why he doesn’t want to write Trump a $500 Billion check. And how D-NICE made our weekend.

Found In Translation Episode 363: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are joined by an expert panel to share the 411 on the Coronavirus. Join Dr. Frances Colon, Venessa Rivera, Angie Argentieri and Adonis Banegas for the only conversation that matters right now. Stay safe family.

Found In Translation Episode 362: Host Ray Collazo updates us on the personal, health, economic and advocacy priorities facing us as we enter this COVID19 season. Collazo shares who you gotta call and why you need to stay off these streets.

Collazo also gives Senator Sanders some advice after another disastrous set of primary results and why everyone seems to be a socialist now.

Watch and listen to Found In Translation Talk Show on Thursday at 8pm Eastern time with more conversation on managing Coronavirus pandemic.

Found In Translation Episode 361: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli and guest Alicia Lewis to take a deep dive into the Netflix phenomenon Gentefied. The America Ferrera produced dramedy chronicles the journey of three Mexican-American cousins trying to pursue their dreams while maintaining their family and community of Boyle Heights in East Los Angeles.

The crew discusses how Gentefied hits the bullseye on so many elements of the Latino experience: power of extended family, urban America’s housing crisis, dual Latino and American identities and the diversity of Brown Love.

Found In Translation Episode 360: Host Ray Collazo analyzes what results of March 10th primary elections mean for state of race, progressive movement and Latino community. Collazo calls on pragmatists that are winning right now to lead to mobilize the entire coalition, including engaging progressives, younger voters and people of color in a courageous and authentic way.

Collazo also reveals the Latino Agenda we need to push Biden to support now and his frustrations with how some African-American Biden surrogates are discussing the Vice President’s relationship with black community. Also listen to end of show for special announcement on tomorrow’s show!

Found In Translation Episode 359: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Organize Florida's Kristellys Estanga to pour one out for Senator Elizabeth Warren and discuss what's next for progressive and Latino organizing movements. Estanga shares her perspective as a former Warren for President staffer and her lessons learned from Warren's campaign.

Collazo and Estanga also analyze how issues like gentrifcation, healthcare and Latin American policy can mobilize or depress voter enthusiasm.

Collazo then reveals this week's #TengoBochinche and honors friends we lost this week. #RIPJoseDonRafaelPatrick

Found In Translation Episode 348: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activists and surrogates around the Super Tuesday map to discuss the miraculous night for Vice President Joe Biden and what this means for Senator Bernie Sanders. Doug Chavez, Tania Del Rio and James Garcia analyze what Biden’s comeback means for the race and the Latino community moving forward.

California Congressman and Sanders surrogate Ro Khanna joins the show to discuss impact of Latino vote on Super Tuesday and what Sanders now needs to do moving forward to win the Democratic nomination.

Michelle Tremillo of Texas Organizing Project joins from Houston to share how TOP is organizing communities of color and what the Presidential and down ballot races teach us about the changing Texas landscape.

Texas State Representative Victoria Neave updates us on how Biden mobilized voters down the stretch in Texas. Neave also shares issue priorities for Latino state legislators going into next year’s state legislative session.

Found In Translation Episode 357: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Elbert Garcia break down what the weekend's political results mean for Super Tuesday and beyond.

Listen to summary of what big win in South Carolina means for Vice President Joe Biden's viability and for Senator Bernie Sanders' front runner status.

Collazo and Garcia also analyze how Tom Steyer and Pete Buttigieg's stepping down from race impact Super Tuesday and what the true battle is in Democratic politics that day.

Special guest and Sanders supporter Leyla Martinez joins the show from the Valley of South Texas to discuss her observations from campaigning for Bernie Sanders throughout the early states the past several weeks. Martinez also shares how Sanders has connected with her as a criminal justice reform activist.

Collazo and Garcia also note how the Senator Ted Cruz vs. AOC social media beef sums up our concerns about how Trump administration will handle the Coronavirus crisis and what Bad Bunny's smash debut of new banger #YHLQMDLG means for pop culture and Latino politics. #RIP Alexa

Host Ray Collazo analyzes last night's Democratic debate leading up the South Carolina Primary. Did anyone set themselves up to be alternative to Sanders or is Bernie's momentum too much to overcome? Collazo shares his projected results for Super Tuesday and what the means to the field.

Found in Translation Host Ray Collazo breaks down what results of Nevada Caucus mean for Democratic Presidential Primary and Latino Vote. Collazo also shares what the two Sonia's mean to him.

Found In Translation Episode 354: Found in Translation host Ray Collazo shares his immediate thoughts on a contentious Democratic Primary debate just held in Nevada.

Candidates seemed on offensive, looking to verbally knock each other out ahead of Saturday's Nevada caucuses? Did anyone push ahead? Is Bloomberg still viable? Is anyone left that can directly address voters of color?

Tune in and listen to what Ray has to say.

Found In Translation Episode 353: Host Ray Collazo and Found In Translation just hit a big milestone. Collazo appeared on Alicia Menendez Show on MSNBC this past Sunday. On this episode, Collazo introduces himself to his new listeners that are joining us from seeing him on MSNBC as well as catching us up on what he didn’t get a chance to mention during his television appearance.

Collazo shares his personal background and his insider experience appearing on a national program as well as provide us his updates on Nevada Caucus, Super Tuesday and overall state of Democratic Primary horse race. Collazo also shares some examples of what is truly at stake during this election and the biggest lesson he learned from first guest appearance on MSNBC.

Thanks again to Alicia Menendez and her team for the opportunity to share my thoughts on politics with nationwide audience. Subscribe to Podcast and follow Found In Translation Talk Show on Social Media @FIT_TalkShow.

Found In Translation Episode 352: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Damaris “Lady D” Vega and special guest New Hampshire Democratic activist Carlos Cardona. Cardona has become a political sensation as the political kingmaker of the New Hampshire Primary. Learn more about Cardona’s inspirational journey from childhood poverty in Puerto Rico to having an audience with every major Democratic Presidential candidate at his home.

Lady D and Ray also discuss ‘Love in 2020.’ How do we define love during these turbulent times? How is social media making love and relationships more complicated? Lady D shares how relationships are impacted by celebrity and the enduring love of children and family.

Found In Translation Episode 351: Host Ray Collazo analyzes the results from New Hampshire Primaries and what this means for Democratic Primary race. Collazo breaks down prospects for front runner Bernie Sanders and the rest of the field moving forward including reveal of only three candidates with viable path.

Collazo becomes first national pundit to call on what the true Democratic coalition should do now moving forward. You heard it here first.

Election Day took place under the cloud of crookery in Washington. Collazo shares how today’s decision by Attorney Bill Barr to corrupt the Department of Justice is another example of the true stakes in this election.

Catch regular show on Thursday night live on Twitter @fit_talkshow.

FIT Talk Show Episode 350: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Yaya Rivera to discuss how people of conscious plow through this infamous week of history. Collazo and Rivera are joined by Yamelisa Taveras on how she took her #LowerInsulinPrices advocacy to the State Of The Union. Frederick Velez III then joined in to share how Power4PR took Puerto Rico advocacy directly to the Presidential candidates during the Iowa Caucus.

Collazo shares his analysis of how the Senate acquittal of Trump’s impeachment will impact the 2020 Elections. Yaya Rivera highlights several Afro-Latino historical figures to kick off our Black History Month celebration and we deliberate the hottest issue of the week: was JLO/Shakira’s Super Bowl performance the height of Latina Power or something else?

Found In Translation Episode 349: Host Ray Collazo is joined by author and activist David Bowles to discuss the #AmericanDirt controversy and the birth of the #DignidadLiteraria movement. How has Oprah’s latest book club selection caused so much controversy and forced us to examine the role of publishing industry in opening doors to tell our stories.

The 'Sports Whisperer' Monte Perez , 'The Other' George Lopez and Daniel McNeal join Ray to discuss the legacy of Kobe Bryant and how these tragic losses have impacted sports world and popular culture.

Leo Prieto and other Kansas City Chiefs superfans joined from South Beach to report in for our Super Bowl preview segment.

Collazo shares what’s at stake in the coming days in the Senate Impeachment Trial.

Found In Translation Episode 348: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Abe Amoros to stack truth about politics and today’s hottest issues. Guest Marge Baker of People For The American Way joins to update us on outcome of this week’s Senate Impeachment Trial and San Juan City Council candidate Paul Figueroa join us live from the streets of San Juan reporting on #WandaRenuncia movement to provide more accountability to Puerto Rican government.

Collazo and Amoros analyze the impending Sanders vs. Biden battle for the nomination and some juicy tidbits in our “Tengo Bochinchne” segment.

Found In Translation Episode 347: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activists on island of Puerto Rico and throughout the diaspora to discuss the impact of earthquakes on Puerto Rico and how recovery efforts being spurred on the Puerto Rican nation. Mercedes Vazquez Simmons, Dr. Raul Moris, Paul Figueroa, and Wanda Martinez share how earthquakes have affected them personally and what does this moment in history teach us about colonialism, government ethics and self-determination.

Continue to support recovery efforts and calls on #WandaRenuncia and further government accountability on the island and within the federal government.

Shoutout to Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia for representing Houston and the Latino community as one of the House Democratic ‘conveners’ in the upcoming Senate Impeachment trial.

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 346: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia analyze the final Democratic Presidential Primary debate before the Iowa Caucus. Collazo and Garcia discuss outcome of "Warren vs. Sanders" drama and how no one in two hours failed to mention the natural disaster impacting tens of thousands of American citizens in Puerto Rico. Are Democrats failing to both focus on Trump AND forgetting their base at the same time? And which Democrats last night showed us they really want to be President?

Found In Translation Episode 345: Host Ray Collazo is joined by experts and activists to discuss the rumbling taking place at home and abroad.

MIT Professor Dr. Pouya Alimagham and FIT Foreign Policy Analyst Leo Cruz school us on the latest developments in Iran conflict and how it impacts all of us, including our ongoing national immigration debate. What is next for Middle East and US foreign relations? Is this taking place right before Senate impeachment trial begins a coincidence?

The island of Puerto Rico now is dealing with a new natural disaster as earthquakes have left thousands on the island homeless and without access to basic services. Ray is joined by Nancy Santagio, Charlyn Gaztambide Janer and Joel Berrocal to discuss state of island and how Puerto Ricans throughout the island and diaspora are coming together to support emergency support efforts.

Ray and Leo update everyone latest political headlines, including how emerging Latina leaders such as Christina Tzin-Tzun Ramirez and Michelle de la Isla will be impacting political landscape in 2020.

Found In Translation Episode 344: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guests Dionely Reyes, Felix Montelara and Michael Collazo to celebrate the highlights and lessons learned from 2019 and preview what’s in store for 2020 in news, pop culture, sports and podcasting.

Found In Translation Episode 343: Host Ray Collazo and guest hosts Vanessa Maria Graber and Jenn Caban are joined by uber Puerto Rican culinary master Chef Greg from Sabor With Love. Chef Greg provides a masters class on how to perfect your favorite Puerto Rican dishes for the holidays and how food links us to our heritage. Found In Translation gets the scoop on how to prepare pastelon, pernil, rice and beans and appetizers for Christmas. Chef Greg also shares his incredible journey to become one of the hottest online cooking brands with his wife Nicole and family.

If you love to celebrate Latino Christmas traditions, want to learn some amazing cooking tips or just want to hear Chef Greg’s heartwarming life perspective, this is a must listen show. Enjoy Sabor With Love!

Found In Translation Episode 342: Host Ray Collazo was joined by Producer and Co-Host Elbert Garcia to discuss the hot political and news topics of the week.

What Happened to Senator Kamala Harris? Analysis of the post-mortem of Harris campaign and how does the news impact voters of color and the race.
How does this week’s testimony impact the state of play in Trump impeachment process.
Where’s Ray? Ray reveals details of his exciting trip this week that gave him insight on one of the biggest political events of 2020.
Ray and Elbert discuss President Trump’s newest Administrative rule that is going to literally starve almost 1 million Americans and the hypocrisy of the religious right.
A new Latina leader enters the big political stage.

Collazo and Garcia are also joined by Cornell Professor Dr. Karen Jaime to discuss the crisis at Harvard University where Dr. Lorgia Garcia Pena was recently denied tenure as their only Latina tenured track professor. Jaime shares how this controversy impacts Latinx students, teachers and the higher education system nationwide. The panel shares insights on how we all can show our support for Dr. Garcia Pena and Harvard student movement for Ethnic Studies.

Found In Translation Episode 341: Host Ray Collazo was joined recently for his birthday by many of his compadres Elbert Garcia, Jorge Martinez, Danilo Rodriguez, Luis Cerros and Leo Prieto for a raucous discussion on the lighter side of his life.

New York ‘90s Music Scene: As college students at Columbia University, Collazo and his homies rubbed shoulders with Hip-Hop and Latino music legends such as Tribe Called Quest, Cypress Hill, Stretch and Bobitto, The Fugees, Brand Nubians, Minya Oh, Marc Anthony, La India, Antony Santos and countless others. The crew discusses how these moments weaved into their lives as part time club promoters with their famous alias “CocoRico” Productions, being mentored by the legendary John “Gungie” Rivera.

The crew shares with the Millenials/Generation Z how the “Salsa/Merengue” scene morphed into “Reggaeton/Latin Trap/Bachata” through groups like Aventura who broke barriers for their generation.

Sports: Collazo is a life long sports nut and kicks it with his buddies to talk about some of their favorite sports memories. Hear how Collazo was surrounded by Dominican Blue Jays fans during his lowest baseball memory, an update from MLS Executive Danilo Rodriguez on the Beautiful Game in the United States, the state of Latino Kansas City Chiefs Nation and what is Strat-O-Matic?

Enjoy your Thanksgiving weekend with this latest segment of #CompadreTalk.

Found In Translation Episode 340: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Elbert Garcia to make a major announcement. Nationally recognized activist and commentator Ray Collazo reveals his personal candidate endorsement for President of the United States. Collazo reveals how he came to his very recent decision, the other candidates he has considered and what people can do to have their voice heard during the rest of the Democratic Presidential Primary.

You can subscribe to Found In Translation (formerly Rays Latino Talk) anywhere you can download a podcast.

Found In Translation Episode #339. Host Ray Collazo is joined by Elbert Garcia of "Que Lo Que Podcast" and James Garcia of "Vanguardia Arizona" to discuss a historic day in Washington featuring Ambassador Gordon Sondland's impeachment testimony. Does 'Tekashi Sondland" testimony change the game?

In Atlanta, the vibe didn't feel nearly as electric. The panel ponders on outcomes of last night's Democractic debate. Did anyone rise to occasion? Is Mayor Pete riding the momentum of recent Iowa poll? Needless to say, we missed Julian Castro on stage.

In new #TengoBochinche segment, Collazo shares inside scoop on Latinos working on Presidential campaigns and the Garcias update us on Arizona and Dominican chisme.

Found In Translation Episode #338: Host Ray Collazo is joined by compadres Elbert Garcia, Jorge Martinez and Edwin Desamour to discuss Fatherhood on premiere of #CompadreTalk segment. Panel shares lessons on raising girls, monitoring technology and holding other men accountable because “fatherhood is not a side hustle.”

Collazo also shares the Four Priorities To Crush Crooks that advocates need to have in 2020 and beyond to preserve our democracy. Collazo also reflects on the legacy of the First Lady of Puerto Rico and Major League Baseball. #RIPDonaVera

Subscribe to Found In Translation podcast and watch entire special video #CompadreTalk Episode on YouTube.

Found In Translation Episode 337: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest Puerto Rican activist David Galarza to discuss his recent confrontation with Puerto Rico’s Resident Commissioner Jennifer Gonzalez. How did this moment make Galarza a viral sensation in the Puerto Rican community and what organizing lessons can we learn from this recent event in Camden, New Jersey? Galarza shares organizing updates on issues impacting Puerto Rico and the latest political ‘bochinche’ in New York.

Collazo also stacks truth about the latest political/news headlines:

1) The fallacy of Republicans arguments against the formally beginning impeachment inquiry
2) The issue with recent attacks against administration witnesses we should be most concerned about.
3) The pie chart of reasons why Beto O’Rourke’s Presidential campaign sputtered out
4) The true legacy of Latino icon Walter Mercado

Found In Translation Episode 336: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes take you to campus during live show from Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. We were joined by Latino students to discuss what Hispanic Heritage Month, ‘follower culture,’ and identity mean to Generation Z in 2019.

Collazo analyzes why Pelosi is channeling all of us during this Trump impeachment process and why AOC’s endorsement of Bernie Sanders is a game changer. Reyes explains why Trump's letter to Turkish President is quintessential Gaslighting.

Thanks to the Rowan University community for the invitation to share the Power of Leadership through podcasting.

#RIPElijahCummings

Found In Translation Episode 335: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Elbert Garcia and Alicia Lewis to analyze last night’s Democratic Primary Debate. Crew deliberates what attacks on new front runner Senator Elizabeth Warren mean to the race and if anything changes after tonight. Panel also ponders how Democrats could go three hours without discussing climate change, immigration AND education.

Other pressing questions discussed by panel:
Will women voters by turned off by Vice President Biden’s micro agressions?
Is mainstream media have agenda to prop up Mayor Pete Buttigieg?
What can Senator Kamala Harris do to get back in the game?
Is it hopeless for the lower tier candidates after tonight?

Found In Translation Episode 334: Host Ray Collazo is joined by new cohost Leadership Expert and Activist Adriana Rivera to discuss how we save leadership in 2019. Rivera shared her five keys to saving leadership in 2019 while Collazo explains how ignoring these lessons relates to how we got into this political mess.

Rivera also shares best practices on how to integrate LGBTQ issue awareness into all of our day to day social justice work and updates us statewide advocacy efforts through her role with the Pennsylvania Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs.

Collazo reveals what’s needs to happen next in Trump impeachment process and why Senator Bernie Sanders is like marriage: he is front and center in sickness and in health.

In the “Behind The Turntables” segment, Rivera and Collazo talk about what makes great DJing at a Latino party and why the viejitas love those grimy Latino Trap jams.

Found In Translation Episode 333: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Director Yvan Iturriaga of web series “The North Pole” and Comedian/Director Wendy Mateo of short film “Good Mothers” to discuss how they stack truth through their creative projects. Collazo, Iturriaga and Mateo discuss how they incorporate diversity, intersectionality and their beloved cities pf Oakland and Chicago into their work.

Collazo explains his controversial prediction on Trump’s eventual fate, the latest state of the Democratic Primary Race and why John The Baptist is so relevant in 2019.

Support “The North Pole” Web series and “Good Mothers” short film.

Found In Translation Episode 332: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Latino Comic Expo Founder Ricardo Padilla Live from Parada 22 Restaurant in San Francisco. The Padilla family and activists Jenn Caban and Pedro Silva join Collazo to have a conversation about how gentrification, inadequate 0-Pre K funding and the national political climate impact Latinos and working people in the Bay Area while eating at the best Puerto Rican restaurant on the West Coast. We also discussed the impact of 9-11 on the 18th Anniversary.

The Padilla family also share the fascinating history of the Puerto Rican community in San Francisco, their support for Presidential candidate Senator Kamala Harris and why real San Franciscans don’t honk their horns.

Support the Latino Comics Expo and the organizing work of Jenn Caban and Pedro Silva.

Found In Translation Episode 331: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia are joined by educators Eva Mendez and Tania Valencia to discuss how parents, advocates and educators can support our children as the school year begins. Valencia and Mendez share how to affirm our children’s identity, develop ambitious buy achievable standards and support parent engagement. Valencia also updates us on the issues impact English Language Learners that lawmakers need to prioritize moving forward.

Collazo and Garcia also analyze how #MidlandOdessa tragedy and AOC/Crenshaw debate impact our politics moving forward. Collazo reveals why Puerto Ricans need to especially engage in hurricane relieve efforts to support our Bahamian family.

Valencia also reveals who is THE Bae for the Salvadoran community.

James Garcia and our friends at Vanguardia America have begun a weekly news podcast to recap the top news impacting Latinos nationwide. Subscribe to Vanguardia America’s newsletter and podcast. On this week’s podcast, 5 of 7 killed by Odessa mass shooter were Latino, Tucson slated to pick 1st Latina mayor and CNN airing Linda Ronstadt documentary. Thanks Vanguardia America for sharing podcast with Found In Translation Family.

Found In Translation Episode 330: The Found In Translation Talk Show airs this week’s “Latinos Work For Climate Change” forum in Phoenix, Arizona featuring Congressman Ruben Gallego, Monica Villalobos of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Supervisor Liz Archuleta, Gloria Montano of CHISPA, Sandy Whitley of the Citizen Climate Lobby, Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo and Victor Contreras of Chicanos Por La Causa. The panel discusses how to engage Latinos in the Climate Change movement and how Latinos in the workforce and small business sector can benefit from the Clean Energy Economy. As our Host Ray Collazo likes to say, “if you don’t have a planet, there isn’t much else to talk about.”

Host Ray Collazo shares his thoughts on what President Trump’s latest outrageous statements mean for Americans and how we need to respond to the terror that lives inside our White House. Collazo also shares good news out of Oklahoma City (yes, Oklahoma) and Tucson, Arizona. Our “Stacking 20s” segment pours a few out for Presidential candidates that have bit the dust and what the upcoming debates mean for the race.

Found In Translation Episode 329: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Margo Porras of the “Books vs. Movies” Podcast for part II of our Live show from Barrio Logan/Chicano Park community of San Diego. Porras and Collazo discuss her book “Growing Up In La Colonia” and a variety of topics with special guests. James Garcia of Vanguardia Arizona shares his thoughts on the state of Latino media; Naomi Shelton of KIPP Foundation on why Presidential candidates should be talking about education; Nissim Leon breaks down the LA Sports scene and why we love North Carolina basketball culture.

Collazo shares why why fires of Brazil matter and why protecting the “earth’s lungs” should be a top priority for all of us. And Collazo does a dedication to the legacy of Latino political pioneer Albert Jacquez.

Also listen in to Collazo’s analysis of the Jay Z/Colin Kaepernick situation after a week to digest this moment.

Support Por Vida Café in San Diego and the podcasts of Margo Porras, James Garcia and Nissim Leon!

Found In Translation Episode 328: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special co-hosts Margo Porras of the “Books vs. Movies” Podcast and ‘The Cuban Lion’ Nissim Leon for a very special two part show live from the Por Vida Café in the Barrio Logan/Chicano Park community of San Diego. Porras shares the legacy of Chicano Park and how it symbolizes the history of resistance and community for Latinos in San Diego.

Max Gonzales of Chicanos Por La Causa in Phoenix, Arizona joins the crew to discuss the shared history of community building, culture and political awareness between San Diego, Phoenix and Los Angeles. The owners of the Por Vida Café, Carolina and Mylo, also stop in to discuss what the Barrio Logan business corridor means for their families. Carolina and Mylo are true inspirations for activists and young entrepreneurs. As Carolina said, “the time is always now.”

Collazo, Porras and Leon share what this unique moment in San Diego should teach all of us about the power of podcasting and the legacy of Erik Estrada.

Support Margo Porras in all of her endeavors. She was an incredible host for us in San Diego and has many worthy projects including her podcast “Books Vs. Movies” and her new book “Growing Up In La Colonia.” And if you are ever in San Diego, support “Por Vida Café” in Barrio Logan. A true home away from home. Listen for Part II of this special episode featuring James Garcia, Naomi Shelton and Nissim Leon.

Found In Translation Episode 327: Ray Collazo analyzes the potential impact on the recently announced “Public Charge Rule” on immigrants and all Americans. Collazo also shares what this announcement really means for our politics and where we can find information to advocate for our immigrant families moving forward.

Flippin’ Texas: The most important announcement that will impact 2020 elections took place today with the news that activist Cristina TzinTzun Ramirez has entered Senate Race in Texas against Republican Senator John Cornyn. Collazo breaks down why TzinTzun Ramirez is what we need right now and why Texas must be in play for us in 2020.

Puerto Rican Homework: Shoutout to David Begnaud for inspiring Collazo’s homework assignment for all Puerto Ricans and all people that care about boricuas.

Listen for our Live Shows from San Diego later this week on podcast feed!

Found In Translation Episode 326: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce to discuss this week’s hottest headlines.

Latinos Under Attack: The tragedies of El Paso, Dayton and Mississippi make it clear that Latinos are literally under attack in this country. What do we do now to protect each other and unite for real change? And what does Collazo strongly believe we SHOULD NOT do to combat this wave of hate?

Our Beloved Morrison: Crew honors the legacy of author Toni Morrison during Reyes’ “Gaslighting O Que?” segment. Thank you Tracy Sturdivant for contribution to this segment.

Balling With Bernie: Collazo provides his update staffing this Monday’s UnidosUS Presidential Candidate forum in San Diego. Who got the biggest support from the audience of Latino leaders and who does Reyes think is the key Latina to watch during this year’s election cycle?

Island Update: Berrocal updates us on the latest news from Puerto Rico and the exciting work he is doing with the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce to support Boricua entrepreneurs on the island and throughout the diaspora.

Podcast airs as radio show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

We're back for Night 2 and another post-#DemDebate discussion!

Did Uncle Joe show that he can lead with a vision rather than defend his record? Did Karmala Harris and Julian Castro build on their strong performances in Miami? Was about housing, TPS or what just happened in Puerto Rico?

Found in Translation host Rafael Collazo and producer Elbert Garcia are joined by a trio of seasoned #PoCPundits to answer those questions and more. Featuring former PA Democatic Party Communications Director Abe Amoros, political reporter and commentator Marlene Peralta and NBC News' Patricia Guadalupe.

Leo A Perales of the The Perales Report joins the Found in Translation crew Tuesday night to discuss what went down on the first night of the Democratic debate in Detroit.

Warren and Sanders shine, but others like Wlliamson and Bullock capture the spotlight. As do GOP framing around healthcare, immigration and the economy. And let's not forget Puerto Rico -- cause everyone sure did.

The question remains -- on the heels of last week's People's Convention and in the middle of a slew of summer conferences, which candidates will stand out and move closer to capturing not just the nomination, but also the imagination of American voters?

Found In Translation Episode 323: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Kyle Darby of REFORM Alliance. Panel discusses what this historic moment for Puerto Rico means for the island, the diaspora and U.S. politics. What lessons can we learn from island’s movement that was able to get Governor to resign in merely two weeks?

Kyle Darby shares goals and strategies to reform criminal justice system in Pennsylvania and throughout the country. How can people get involved to organize for an equitable legal system?

In “Gaslighting O Que?" segment, Dionely analyzes REFORM Founder Meek Mill’s epic interview on The Breakfast Club to share how gaslighting impacts criminal justice issue.

Support REFORM, Love Shouldn’t Hurt, the people of Puerto Rico and #CloseTheCamps.

Found In Translation Episode 322: Host Ray Collazo shares his thoughts on historic moment of Puerto Rican resistance, calling on Governor Ricardo Rossello, Jr. to resign. Collazo discusses how we got to this moment and how Rossello's shameful performance on Fox New epitomizes the colonial mentality. What challenges lay ahead for Puerto Rican people? He predicts fate of Governor Rossello and reveals who he believes should run for governor (you may be surprised).

Listen to the personal thoughts of Collazo as a Puerto Rican from the diaspora on what this has taught him about leadership and faith in his people.

The 2nd half of the episode is a reply of portion of last week's show where Collazo and guest host Elbert Garcia discuss what President Trump's racist attacks against "The Squad" set in motion for upcoming 2020 elections with Nicole Acevedo of NBC Digital. Needless to say, we maybe closer to a race war than we ever would have imagined. Collazo and Garcia also provide their first preview of next Democratic Debates' matchups.

Por favor #RickyRenuncia. We have freed ourselves from the colonial mentality through this moment. You need to do the same.

Episode #321: How long will Gov. Rosello survive in PR? NBC News' Nicole Acevedo and community activists Madeleine Villanueva and Jason Ortiz join the Found in Translation podcast to discuss the situation on the island. Is this a moment or a movement for the Puerto Rican diaspora?

PLUS: Our thoughts on President Trump's racist remarks against the squad and the our initial thoughts on the next Dem debate in Detroit.

Found In Translation Episode 320: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest co-hosts Christina Vega and Zulma Robles. Crew discusses the power of leadership, the latest news headlines of disgraced leaders from Washington, the Border and Puerto Rico and summer Salsa dancing.

Collazo also analyzes the rise of Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kamala Harris in the polls and what’s next for Senator Bernie Sanders and Julian Castro.

Support the Love Shouldn’t Hurt Campaign that assists violence of domestic violence.

Found In Translation Episode 318: Ray Collazo, Yashira “Yaya” Rivera and Samantha Gonzalez discuss the personal cost of the ongoing border crisis. What do we do with the anger we live with everyday as immigrants are literally being tortured by our government? And how do we manage the guilt many of us face with the feeling that we are not doing enough?

From the border to our streets, our community is experiencing attacks and stigmas around mental health. How do we help each other break the stigmas and help each get support they need?

Show airs as radio program on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Enjoy this weekend’s “Hispanic Fiesta” at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia, Saturday, July 6-Sunday, July 7.

#RIPOscarAndValeria

Biden, Harris, Bernie, Mayor Pete and whole slot of others were looking to make it past Night 2 and onto Detroit next month. Who won? Who lost? Whose message most resonated with people of color? Law@the Margins' Elbert Garcia, James Garcia of Vanguard Arizona join Rafael Collazo discuss these questions and more as they recap the second night of the first Democratic Party Presidential debate on June 27th.

Law@the Margins' Elbert Garcia Ray to lead an onine discussion just after the first Democratic Party Presidential debate on June 26th. Who won? Who lost? Whose message most resonated with people of color? Join us as we invite folks to tell us their take on the debate's first night and if anyone positioned themselves to be the next President of the United States.

Found In Translation Episode 315: Found In Translation with Host Ray Collazo is back to discuss this week’s political headlines with co-host Elbert Garcia. Collazo and Garcia analyze the coverage of AOC’s ‘Concentration Camp’ analogy and the true crisis facing our country. Garcia reveals who is trying to take political advantage of this situation.

Collazo and Garcia preview the upcoming Presidential debates and the lessons learned from the successful passage of the “Green Light Bill” in New York State.

Florida political activist Nicole Rodriguez reports in from her experience protesting Presidential Trump’s campaign kickoff in Orlando this week.

And the crew updates us on the drama in DR over the shooting of David “Big Papi” Ortiz. Ay Que Vaina!

Found In Translation Episode 314: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Edwin Desamour to discuss what fatherhood means in 2019. Desamour and Collazo touch on a wide range of topics related to unique challenges of fatherhood for Latino men from the inner city. Associate Producer Samantha Gonzalez joined the conversation to provide her perspective as a daughter.

Speaking of daughters, “The Dominican Baller” Jorge Martinez joins show to discuss the special experience of being the father to his daughters. And Special Contributor Elbert Garcia also shares his thoughts on the ongoing controversies surrounding the Dominican Republic. Get well Big Papi.

Rays Talk Show Episode 313: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera broadcast Live from the opening night of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival. Collazo and Rivera are joined on the red carpet by festival organizers Marangeli Mejia-Rabell and Laiza Montanez to discuss the need to highlight Latino representation in film.

Collazo and Rivera also interview leaders Yvette Nunez and Fernando Torres about what the festival means to Latinos in Philadelphia. Torres also updates us on the TPS Bill moving through Congress that would grant temporary refugee status for Venezuelans fleeing the ongoing economic crisis.

Collazo provides his analysis of Bob Mueller’s comments this week and how that will impact the ongoing impeachment debate. Rivera updates us on the ongoing state restrictions on choice and what we can do to support women feeling targeted by these political attacks.

Podcast was broadcast as a radio program on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio. PhillyCAM is a media sponsor of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival, which runs through June 2. http://www.phlaff.org

Rays Talk Show Episode 312: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest host Monica Parrilla. The “Comadre of North Philly” and Ray discuss this week’s hottest headlines:

What’s Next For North Philly? Collazo and Parrilla discuss what Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez means for Philadelphia and what’s lessons did we learn from Tuesday’s elections.
Opiod Crisis: Kensington community of Philadelphia is ground zero of Opiod Crisis for region. Why are Latinos bearing brunt of crisis and what can be done to create equitable change? Collazo asks does this mean Puerto Ricans can camp out in Roxborough?
Carlos, Felipe, Jackelin, Juan, Unidentified….Collazo rants about how Nazism has already begun to creep into our culture and why need to honor the lives of the children that have died in custory of ICE by fighting to not lose one more child.
Stacking ’20s: Collazo updates us on the latest Presidential candidates and channels his Nuyorican friends reaction to their beloved Mayor throwing his hat in the ring.
Debajo La Alfombra: Parrilla lifts up the rung on her first call out in this latest segment. Needless to say, Parrilla don’t like lazy….Collazo and Parrilla also discuss love advice, Nicky Jam upsetting his fans in Orlando and if Puerto Rican food is photogenic.

Podcast airs as radio show on WPPM LP 106.5FM in Philadelphia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 311: Host Ray Collazo breaks down what this week’s news related to abortion rights and immigration means for us now and in the upcoming 2020 elections. He shares the real agenda behind these state abortion laws and how women of color could be greatly impacted.

Collazo also reveals his analysis and endorsements for the upcoming Primary Elections in Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 21st.

Collazo is joined by special guest Vanessa Cardenas of the Joe Biden for President campaign to discuss what led to her joining Biden’s campaign and the big campaign kickoff happening in Philadelphia on Saturday, May 18.

Come out and vote on Tuesday in Philadelphia and throughout Pennsylvania and take one step each day to be the change you want to see in the world.

This podcast also airs as a radio show on WPPM LP 106.5FM in Philadelphia. Support #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 310: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Julie Viera and Chantel Brown of the Viera Vida Radio Show.

Viera Vida Experience: Julie and Chantel discuss how they have crafted the Viera Vida brand to be a platform for Latina sisterhood and unity. They explain how to take sisterhood to action and how they have used the platform to grow out of their own insecurities.

Mother’s Day: The crew discusses what the Mother’s in their lives mean to us; how motherhood impacts our personal and career lives and how all of us can support our mothers.

Latino Decisions Poll on Latino Voters: Rays Talk Show reveals the results of a new poll of Latino voters. Listen to what is clear to Latinos leading up to the Presidential Elections and what is the biggest issue we should be mobilizing around. Political analyst Miguel Concepcion joined this segment of show to share lessons learned organizing Puerto Rican voters and Collazo calls out a segment of community leadership that needs to keep it real.

Viera Vida also announces their exciting summer plans. Rays Latino Talk Podcast is also aired as the “What’s Next Radio Show” on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 309: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest hosts Yaya Rivera, Abe Amoros, Vanessa Maria Graber, Dionely Reyes and Leo Perales on this special Presidential Lotería show. This episode is a series of clips from conversations the crew has been having for months with Ray on the Presidential campaign. We provide in-depth analysis of EVERY Democratic Presidential candidate and discuss what is important to us and our community during the most important campaign cycle of our lives.

Listen for the analysis, stay for the bochinche! Enjoy this special episode of Rays Talk Show.

Rays Talk Show Episode 308: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Yashira “Yaya” Rivera and special guest Wellness Guru Candy Calderon. Candy shares what led her to the journey to make women of color healthier and how she combines her passion for wellness with entrepreneurship.

Calderon also shares the exciting news that she is bringing the “Glow Wellness Tour” to Philadelphia on June 8th. Learn about the Glow Wellness Tour and why this is a must attend event for women of color on the East Coast.

Stacking ‘20s: Tío Joe Biden finally shows up to the party. Collazo shares the real premise of Biden’s candidacy and what are the keys to Biden’s chances. The crew discuss how health care as a Presidential election issue and what Candy wants to hear from candidates about wellness policy.

#CompraCorner: Candy reveals to keys to picking a supermarket that is right for you and Collazo talks about the power of the #SofritoConnect.

Rays Talk Show airs as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 307: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Christina Vega. Collazo and Vega break down the breaking news of Mueller Report release and what that means four our democracy and our politics. Collazo reveals the moment today that made him exclaim “that’s cold blooded” insult to all Americans. Collazo and Vega then break down why they are fine with Trump dropping off some of our family members.

Christina Vega the founder of the “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” Campaign that is supporting survivors of domestic violence. Vega catches us up on the impending release of the “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” documentary and her experience growing this movement. Collazo shares what members of the Senate can do immediately to support victims of domestic violence.

Stacking ‘20s: Collazo analyses what the first quarter fundraising totals tell us about the Democratic Presidential primaries.

The Salsa Room: Vega debuts her new segment where she shares the stories, to do’s and pet peeves of the Latin dance scene. Que Bochinche!

Rays Talk Show Episode 306: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Dionely Reyes to break down this week’s hottest news and political headlines. The aftermath of the Lucy Flores announcement about her unwanted encounter with Joe Biden has raised question about inter-generational understanding of boundaries. Collazo and Reyes talk about how this political headline has impacted the debate on boundaries and the right to feel uncomfortable in 2019. They also break down how the reaction may have been different is Flores wasn’t a millennial Latina and how this incident will impact Biden’s impending Presidential run.

Decoding #AOC: This week, the crew analyzes Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’ recent appearance at the National Action Network Conference.

Stacking ‘20s: California Congressman Eric Swalwell is the latest Democrat to throw his hat in the ring. Does he have a shot and can gun control be an issue that can carry his candidacy into contention?

Gaslighting O Que? Dionely Reyes breaks down Attorney General Bill Barr’s performance during Congressional hearings this week. Is Barr Gaslighting us? Is he channeling a flying monkey…que, que?!

Rays Talk Show Episode 305: Host Ray Collazo is joined by the hip hop philosopher Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharoahs crew. The Collazos discuss the legacy of fallen icon Nipsy Hustle and what we can do to honor his memory. The Collazos also share their Philly Sports Spring update on Bryce Harper’s swag game and ponder if the Sixers can really go the NBA Finals.

Collazo is also joined by Arizona activist Sandra Cano Bravo who provides her thoughts on how to combat anti-immigrant wave from a border state.

Collazo provides his thoughts on the true lesson of now former DHS Secretary Kristjen Neilson’s shameful tenure and what the terror being thrust upon immigrant children is really about. Updates on Joe Biden controversy and latest Presidential candidate. In a word, corny….

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Rays Talk Show Episode 304: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yaya Rivera break down all of this week’s extraness in the news.

Mueller Report: AG Bob Barr’s interpretation of Special Counsel Mueller’s report is leaving us feeling played. The hosts analyze how Democrats should balance holding Administration accountable to transparency while pivoting to bread and butter issues that will ultimately decide next year’s election.

Decoding AOC: In our hot new segment, Collazo and Rivera decode Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s latest statement to clapback the ‘elitist’ accusation. Listen to learn how to interpret a fierce Bronx Puerto Rican woman’s brilliant rants.

Puerto Rico, Oh: Trump is trying to block needed resources that literally keep food on the table for millions of American citizens in Puerto Rico while Congressman Darren Soto (D-FL) introduced a bill to make Puerto Rico the 51st State. Does this make sense? What do we do to help Puerto Rico develop a real plan for the future of the island?

This podcast is aired as a radio show on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio in Philadelphia. #RIP Petra Vazquez.

Rays Talk Show Episode 303: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Yvette Nunez to discuss how family and faith have steered her journey from the Newark projects to a Vice President at the Chamber of Commerce of Philadelphia. Collazo and Nunez discuss how the current political climate has led to a renewed call to righteousness amongst activists.

Nunez is spearheading the Chamber’s “Neighborhood Growth Project” to bring stakeholders together so all of Philadelphia communities can benefit from economic development. Nunez and Collazo discuss what ‘the streets’ are saying is needed to support working people and small business owners to grow the local economy.

Stacking $20s: Collazo shares his thoughts on a potential Biden/Abrams ticket and what many missed this week in the Presidential race. Nunez and Collazo discuss what they want to hear candidates talk more about during this election cycle.

This episode is dedicated to the victims and their families in Christchurch, New Zealand and shout out to our local Philly artists who inspire us every day with their creativity.

Rays Talk Show Episode 302: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest Dionelys Reyes to discuss how Gaslighting is impacting our culture, politics and personal lives. Dionelys is an author, speaker and entrepreneur whose mission is to inspire people to live out their dreams.

Collazo and Reyes discuss how to identify, address and support victims of Gaslighting.

News: Analysis of how the College Cheating Scandal speaks to larger issues impacting disadvantaged college students. Collazo provides his analysis of this week’s “Trump Budget” and how this is an example of Trump Gaslighting his biggest supporters.

Stacking ‘20s: Collazo and Reyes deliberate over Beto O’Rourke’s Presidential chances. Is Beto the next JFK or an empty papi chulo? And Collazo asks the question, are you down with the #YangGang?

Bochinche: Is JLO/AROD a thing of beauty or an impending escandalo? And how is JLO approaching GOAT status?

Podcast was taped as a radio show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. Support PhillyCAM #peoplepoweredmedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 301: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest co-host Leo Perales to discuss this weeks’ hottest political and news headlines.

Ray and Leo discussed the worst woman for Latinos since Queen Isabella, stacked ‘20s on Jay Inslee and John Hickenlooper, warned why brownface is so dangerous and revealed Ray’s role in the biggest Puerto Rican bochinche of the week.

Also listen to Rays Talk Show Episode 301 as a radio show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Say no to “brownface” and racism in any form. #ReuniteTheChildren

Rays Talk Show Episode 300: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yaya Rivera are joined by legendary broadcaster Ray Suarez on the special 300th episode of Rays Talk Show. The panel reflects on ongoing Family Separation Crisis on Southern Border, Latinos in Media, Michael Cohen’s testimony and #OscarsSoBrown.

Podcast will also air as radio show on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM radio. Thank you supporters of Rays Talk Show for this incredible journey. Let’s keep talking, sharing, commenting and laughing together for another 300! #Grateful

Rays Talk Show Episode 299: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Jeffrey Vargas of Generationology. Vargas is the nation’s leading authority on training leaders across generations. Vargas and Collazo have a wide-ranging conversation on leadership development, managing Millenials and supporting loved ones during difficult times such as the recent Federal Government Shutdown. Collazo and Vargas also reveal why ‘humility is the new sexy’ and why studying Puerto Rican point guards is the key to success.

On the ‘Stacking ‘20s’ segment, Collazo gives us his analysis of Bernie Sanders’ Presidential campaign prospects including Sanders’ secret weapon that is going to make a historic difference this cycle. Collazo also provides us the real truth behind Trump’s National Emergency, the Jussie Smollett debacle, and a call to action on the Puerto Rico PROMESA board.

This episode will also air as a radio program at WPPM LP 106.5FM in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Rays Talk Show Episode 298: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera break down what love means in 2019 and the latest political and news headlines. This Valentine’s Day Edition explores the meaning of love and how we all can better express love through action. In Pop culture news, was JLO’s performance on the Grammy’s cultural appropriation or cool? And why Cardi B is killing it in 2019.

In our ‘Stacking 20s’ segment, Collazo evaluates the prospects for Presidential candidate Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar while Rivera analyzes how Beto O’Rourke pulled off his Trump counter rally in El Paso.

Rays Talk Show airs as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.5 FM in Philadelphia. Support #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 297: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera discuss what Black History Month means to Latinos and their take on the ongoing controversies in Virginia.

In their “Stacking 20s” segment on the 2020 Presidential elections, Collazo breaks down Cory Booker’s chances. Yaya analyzes what to make of the Demi Lovato/21 Savage controversy while the crew also reveals the message of this week’s #SOTU. Apparently, white people should be terrified.

Respect for our family incarcerated in the Federal Detention Center in Brooklyn that have been living in subhuman living conditions and the activists that successfully got a $15 minimum wage passed in New Jersey. Support Love Shouldn’t Hurt campaign.

This episode was originally aired as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.FM in Philadelphia. Support PhillyCAM.org/Listen. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Rays Talk Show Episode 296: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Executive Producer Vanessa Maria Graber and Vanguardia Arizona’s James Garcia to discuss Tom Brokaw’s comments on Latinos on Meet the Press. How does Brokaw’s non-factual opinions about Latino assimilation impact immigration debate and nation’s overall understanding of U.S. Latino history? How do Latinos raise their voice in these debates with little access to corporate media channels?

Starbucks’ CEO Howard Schultz is rattling Democrats who are concerned his independent candidacy would spoil a potential Trump defeat. Is Schultz a conscious moderate or an arrogant billionaire?

Collazo also provides his latest analysis on the overall Presidential race in the debut of our “Stacking 20s” segment. Collazo and Graber also share their thoughts on the provocative Fyre Festival Documentary on Netflix.

This episode was dedicated to Jussie Smollett and wish him a speedy recovery from a vicious attack this past weekend. We also dedicate this week to legendary R&B Singer James Ingram and bachatero Yoshkar Sarante, who both sadly passed this week.

This podcast originally aired as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.FM in Philadelphia. You can listen to the What’s Next Show and all the station’s content at PhillyCAM.org/listen or the TuneInApp.

Rays Talk Show Episode 295: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest Christina Vega. Vega shares her journey to found Philadelphia based “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” initiative to support Latina domestic violence survivors raise their voice. Vega shares what tragic event compelled her to share her story and what she has learned from other survivors in "Love Shouldn’t Hurt" network.

Cindy Y. Rodriguez of Morado Lens Podcast joined us to share her experience at National Indigenous People’s Day and her reactions to harassment of elder Nathan Phillips by Covington High School students. Rodriguez shares how Morado Lens Podcast has helped her hone her voice and support other women’s journeys.

Support "Love Shouldn’t Hurt" Movement and Morado Lens Podcast. Show was taped and aired as What’s Next Radio Show at WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Rays Talk Show Episode 294: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira Rivera ponder when the Government will end and provide analysis on Hamilton in Puerto Rico, relevancy of Women's March in 2019 and why Cardi B is just awesome.

Border activist Tricia Cortez joins show to share the real life consequences of border shutdown and the environmental issues already impacting the Rio Grande and South Texas.

Rays Talk Show Episode 293: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera are joined by Delilah Dee to kick off 2019. The crew discusses how to infiltrate 2019 with your voice despite current political and cultural environment.

Delilah Dee is the founder of Delilah & Company, a digital content and events agency that pushes positive messages to move people from dreamers into doers.

Collazo and Rivera update everyone on the Government Shutdown, the R Kelly documentary aftermath and where the #AOC hate is really coming from.

This episode originally airs as the “What’s Next” Radio program on WPPM 106.5FM People Powered Media in Philadelphia. Support PhillyCAM at PhillyCAM.org or on TuneIn.

This episode was sponsored by Youth Testify. Support Youth Testify’s work to provide youth reproductive health rights at YouthTestify.org.

Ray Talk Show Episode 292: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Democratic strategist Abe Amoros to discuss the future of the Democratic Party. Is the anchor institution of the resistance movement ready to take on the challenges that lay ahead in 2019? What is the Legislative Agenda for the Democratically controlled Congress? How will the intra-party battle between Progressives and establishment Democrats play out? Is Labor dying off or can it rebound as a more powerful force for Democrats?

Collazo and Amoros kick off our 2020 Presidential Democratic primary analysis with first takes on the initial groups of candidates. Collazo also shares his thoughts on Trump’s latest attempt to shutdown the government and endanger us by withdrawing troops in Syria.

This episode is dedicated to Jackelin Caal. The 7 year old girl from Guetemala that died under questionable circumstances in the custody of border patrol agents. Your loss will not be in vain. #RIPJackelin

Continue to support podcast and check out radio version of show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. Can catch content online at PhillyCAM.org.

Rays Talk Show Episode 291: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activists Dwight Bullard of New Florida Majority, Natalia Salgado of Center for Popular Democracy and WPPM’s Vanessa Maria Graber to discuss what’s next for progressive movement. How did 2018 Election results impact progressive movement? What do Progressives do now? How is the #AOC effect impacting progressives? How do we organize in this current political environment?

Collazo also shares his thoughts on what Democratic leaders missed with Pelosi’s clapback against Trump this week and the real stories behind Michael Cohen’s sentencing this week. The Presidential campaign kicked off this week with an accent on the “A.”

Interviews on show were originally aired on WPPM 106.5FM Community Radio in Philadelphia. Support WPPM in Philly or anywhere on the TuneIn App.

Rays Talk Show Episode 290: Rays Talk Show kicks of It’s “What Next” Series to get us ready for what to expect in 2019. And Rays Talk Show also kicks off this series on a new platform! This episode was recorded and originally aired on WPPM 106.5FM Community Radio Station in Philadelphia. Look out for the “What’s Next” Radio series on WPPM.

On this episode, Host Ray Collazo is joined by Mikhel Harrison of Indivisible and Analilia Mejia, the New Jersey Executive Director of the Working Families Organization, to discuss ‘What’s Next” for activists after the 2018 Mid-terms. How did mid-terms change the game? How are we holding our friends accountable now that Democrats control the House? What policies are activists focusing on and how are they organizing to make positive change?

Thanks again to Vanessa Graber and WPPM Radio for the beginning of this special collaboration. Catch Ray and friends on WPPM soon!

Rays Talk Show Episode 289: Host Ray Collazo is grateful to be joined by Grecia Lima of Community Change Action and Tomas Kennedy of the Florida Immigrant Coalition to discuss the electoral gains made by Latinos in Nevada and Florida. What are the lessons learned from their organizing this cycle and ‘what’s next’ for their work in 2019.

Collazo also shares his thoughts on the Nancy Pelosi’s battle to maintain her hold on the House speakership and the “Three M’s” of the 2020 Presidential Election. It is never too early to talk about 2020!

Collazo is grateful to the Rays Talk Show community for your support and leadership. Enjoy Thanksgiving!

Rays Talk Show Episode 288: Host Ray Collazo shares what the results and emotions of the last few days mean to our politics, including the significance of the 'Chase Utley moment' and the 70 yard bombs thrown by Andrew Gillum and Stacie Abrams.

Collazo then reveals his initial reflections on what should be next for House Democrats and the overall progressive movement. Hint: The Future is female.

Rays Talk Show Episode 287: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Michell Tremillo of the Texas Organizing Project and Florida political analyst Elbert Garcia to share their thoughts on the upcoming mid-terms. Collazo also shares his predictions for Tuesday. Go Vote Familia!

Rays Talk Show Episode 286: Host Ray Collazo joins Vanessa Maria Graber’s “Power Hour” Radio Show on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio. Graber is a progressive media activist who is also the General Manager of PhillyCAM Radio. Collazo and Graber discuss their lessons learned in community organizing, the mid-term elections and the future of online media.

Collazo also shares his thoughts on how we could approach the next few weeks as we organize people for the ongoing mid-term elections and why so many pundits are clueless. “You Can’t Poll Heart.”

Mil gracias Vanessa for allowing the rebroadcast. Ray looks forward to many more collaborations!

Rays Talk Show Episode 285: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Puerto Rican author Dr. Ivelisse Rodriguez to discuss her new book “Love War Stories.” Dr. Rodriguez shares how the complicated relationship many women have with love led to the making of “Love War Stories.” Rodriguez and Collazo discuss the importance of raising alternative narratives of Puerto Ricans from throughout the diaspora and how blackness needs to celebrated by all Latinos.

Buy “Love War Stories” and meet Dr. Rodriguez at a book signing near you!

Rays Talk Show Episode 284: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Yashira 'Yaya' Rivera to discuss how the identity politics debate impacts Latinos, Yaya's passion for women's healthcare advocacy, social media activist survival and her amazing summer trip.

Ray is also joined by Elbert Garcia on a late night conversation the night of the historic victory of now Florida Democratic Gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum. Ray and El B share raw reaction to Gillum's historic victory and what the next two months will shape up in Florida and around the country.

Rays Talk Show Episode 283: Host Ray Collazo is joined by urban media star Mina “Say What” Llona. Mina is one of the leading Latinas in hip-hop media on platforms such as The Heat Sirius Hip-Hop Channel, Fox 29 Philadelphia and her own #MinasHousePodcast. Mina shares the lessons from her career and her hottest takes on today’s hip-hop superstars. Mina also provides us a few insider tidbits about her beloved Philadelphia 76ers. Support Mina at MinaSayWhat.com and check Mina out on her own #MinasHousePodcast.

Highlights from Mina Say What on Rays Talk Show:

(3:00) How Urban Radio found Mina through mother’s inspiration
(4:28) Angie Martinez’ Influence
(11:25) How Mina Grew Up on POWER 99
(16:00) Lessons From Hustle Post-POWER 99
(22:30) Mina’s Plan Without a Plan
(27:40) What Makes Cardi B So Dangerous
(30:42) Did Ray Just Say Biz Markie Can’t Rap?
(31:00) Mina’s Take On Tekashi69
(31:45) What It Takes To Make It In Hip-Hop Nowadays
(33:52) Does Mina Really Like Today’s Hip-Hop?
(34:32) Ray’s Southern Hip-Hop Reference Mario Will Appreciate
(36:05) Mina’s Take On Reggaeton/Latin Trap Scene
(39:35) The Secret To POWER’s Success
(42:32) Mina’s State of the 76ers Address
(46:45) Shoutout to Demi Lovato
(47:15) What Ray Admires About Mina/Lifting All Boats
(51:20) The Power of Positive Energy

Rays Talk Show Episode 282: Julio Ricardo Varela of the In the Thick Podcast and Latino Rebels joins Host Ray Collazo to discuss the 'white tears 101' of a recent Washington Post article that turned heads and brought to question cultural competence in mainstream media.

Collazo and Varela go into depth on the problems that sprouted out of this article: from invisibilty of Latinos in media to ignorance of Latino history as part of working class America.

Varela also gives us an update on the lavish spending habits of the PROMESA Fiscal Board which is supposed to show the island of Puerto Rico how to be fiscally responsible. There is also some family hanky panky that Latino Rebels is now reporting that Varela shares. Que Lastima!

Support Latino Rebels and Futuro Media to support independent media in our community.

Rays Talk Show Episode 281: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Immigration Reporter and Author Jo Napolitano to report on the continued separation of families on our Southern Border. Joe shares the atmosphere on the border and the immigrants literally waiting on a bridge for their chance at the American Dream.

Ray shares the biggest lesson from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s stunning victory of NY Congressional District 14th’s Democratic primary. He also shares what the biggest impediment has been in urban America to Latino political power and it isn’t Republicans.

Finally, Ray is joined by the “Cuban Lion” Nissim Leon on what Lebron James and El Tri mean to LA. Listen to full interview with Nissim Leon on Latino Sports Talk Podcast.

We are pushing back and we need to keep organizing. And keep writing Alexandra Ocasio Cortez checks!

Rays Talk Show 280: Ray takes a break from the serious issues of the day to preview the World Cup with Futbol Analyst Andrea ‘Soccer’ Canales. Canales and Collazo analyze the legacies that are on the line for Lionel Messi, Christian Ronaldo and Neymar. Collazo and Canales also compare the careers of Lionel Messi and Lebron James.

Canales breaks down her thoughts about the fates of Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Colombia. Collazo admitted to his optimism towards Uruguay’s chances and placed the Cinderella runs of Peru, Costa Rica and Panama in historical terms.

Canales makes pick for the winner of World Cup 2018. Viva La Copa!

Rays Talk Show Episode 279: Host Ray Collazo is joined by journalist and political commentator Adriana Maestas to break down this week’s California primary elections. What do the results mean for California, Latino political power and the battle for control of Congress. Maestas and Collazo also speculate if this is the end of former Los Angeles’ Mayor Antonio Villaraigoza’s political career and the November prospects of Senate candidate Kevin De Leon.

Collazo provides political updates from Puerto Rico, New Mexico and New Jersey and why we must open our eyes to how history is repeating itself at our Southern Border.

Please support relief efforts for the people of Guatemala at GoFundMe.com/unitedforguatemala and RIP Anthony Bourdain.

Rays Talk Show Episode 278: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Natasha Lycia Ora Bannan of Latino Justice and the Lawyers Guild to discuss the attack on our children by the Federal Government. Bannan details the continued negligence in Puerto Rico and the endangerment of children on the Southern Border through hateful immigration enforcement.

Hip-Hop Philosopher Mario Collazo joins to discuss what the Drake vs. Pusha T beef means for Hip-Hop and how burner accounts are heating up Philly sports.

Collazo shares his election and legislative updates and why legendary advocate Angelo Falcon will be missed. Go Vote California!

Episode 277 of Rays Talk Show: Host Ray Collazo shares a choc full episode that includes the latest updates from Capitol Hill on the attack on Latino wealth and Immigrant policy ‘discharges.’ Collazo also shares what the primary election wins in Texas, Georgia and Pennsylvania mean for our politics.

Hartford City Councilwoman Wildaliz Bermudez and Ohio leader Victor Leandry join Rays Talk Show to discuss how they are mobilizing the Puerto Rican vote throughout the diaspora.

Collazo interviews Melissa Vargas of the Environmental Defense Fund on her work to raise voice of Latinos in Environmental movement and against the shadiness of EPA Director Scott Pruitt.

And listen for Ray’s huge announcement about next week’s ‘A-List’ guest!

Rays Talk Show Episode 276: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Hip-Hop artist and Philly Sports Superfan Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharoahs to discuss how sports, music and politics are merging to make Philly center of our culture right now. The brothers talk about Meek Mill, Kanye, Kevin Hart, the Process, and the next generation of the Collazo musical legacy.

Ray Collazo provides updates on how the courts have given President Trump another DACA bodyblow, what Puerto Rico’s Governor Ricardo Rossello is doing in Florida and what may be next for San Juan Mayor Carmen Yullin.

Shoutout to Musica Urbana artists who are leading the global hip-hop movement and are muses of young Latinx culture. Collazo shares what he learned about community organizing from the Latin Billboards Award Show and how these lessons should change how we think about our own community.

Thanks to Venessa Rivera and other continuing to provide relief to people on the Island of Puerto Rico and throughout the diaspora.

Rays Talk Show Episode 275: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Mikhel Harrison of Indivisible in an interview recorded in front of the Starbucks in Philadelphia where the highly questionable arrest of African-American patrons took place last week. They spoke about the link between the Starbucks incident and the hyper-aggressive ICE office in Pennsylvania as well as why Republicans are now attacking us with food and medicine.

Ray shares what his oldest son taught him this week and how that is changing his daily #Resist plan. Ray also provides latest update on Puerto Rico and what it reveals about federal policy.

Shoutouts to friends that were honored at Hispanicize 2018. Latinos in Podcasting have come a long way!

Rays Talk Show Episode 274: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Congresswoman Nanette Diaz-Barragan and Latina environmental leaders on how they are fighting for the Clean Power Plan. Collazo also shares why ‘we have no choice’ and its important that ‘everyone has a cousin in Whittier.’ Highlights from episode 274:

Trump Showed his @$$ Again (2:50)
Latinas Act on Climate Part I (10:10)
The Sucka Is Simple And Plain (22:15)
Latinas Act on Climate Part II (25:48)
Felicidades Epsy Campbell (40:40)
Call Your Cousin in Whittier (42:40)

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Rays Talk Show Episode 273: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss how we move towards institutional solutions after homicide of Stephon Clark and empathic messaging in mainstream media of domestic terrorist Mark Anthony Conditt.

Collazo interviews Democratic candidate for New Mexico Congressional District 1 Damon Martinez. Learn about what inspired Martinez to run for Congress and about how he plans to identify proactive solutions to most important issues impacting New Mexicans.

Collazo and Garcia discuss how leaders of color can overcome party politics to develop independent political campaigns and organizations. Saludos to Chuy Garcia, Andrea Mercado and even Big Papi David Ortiz for showing real leadership.

Rays Talk Show Episode 272: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Elbert Garcia and special guest Marisabel Torres of UnidosUS to discuss the hottest issues impacting Latinos in politics and society.

(1:30): Garcia on the ground with latest on FIU Bridge Collapse
(6:50): How National School Walk Out Impact Gun Debate and who needs to “Move…Get Out They Way.”
(21:30): Marisabel Torres on attacks in Congress on Dodd-Frank
(38:30): Why the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFBP) protects Latinos and how Trump is trying to weaken bureau
(00:47): How Dominicans Became Professional Mountain Climbers
(1:01): What Democrats ‘should not’ learn from PA-18 Special Election victory of Conor Lamb
(1:05:50): Do Democrats have a vision for America?
(1:12:15): Why You Must Move Like Beto
(1:14:55): What’s next for Rays Talk Show on Puerto Rico
(1:15:50) #RIP to Marielle Franco, Joaquin Avila, Craig Mack and the victims of the Austin bombings
(1:17:30): Buzz about Colorism talk in Latinx community.
(1:28:45): Collazo and Garcia speculate on grabbing some Brugal with Junot Diaz

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Rays Talk Show Episode #271: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Yvonne Gutierrez of Planned Parenthood Texas Votes and Cristina TzinTzun of Jolt Texas on the implications of this weeks’ Texas primary elections on Latinos in Texas and nationwide. Collazo also shares why Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ visit to California this week was so shameful and why we are happy to say the words ‘Saint Oscar.’

Rays Talk Show Episode 270: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS on what recent court decisions mean for DACA recipients and future of immigration debate. Carlos and Ray also discuss how immigration will impact Congress and Elections in 2018.

Collazo also provides his analysis of how the youth of Parkland are leading a revolution of change for peaceful Americans everywhere. Listen to what milllenials can do to create policy change in Washington and who Collazo thinks is the real terrorist organization we need to worry about.

Rays Talk Show also reveals who is Lupe Valdez and why Latino voters in Texas are truly leading the progressive movement in 2018. The time is now.

Continued support for Emma Gonzalez, Josh Hogg and the entire Parkland student family.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 269: Host Ray Collazo and guest Leo Perales share the visceral reaction of Latino and progressive activists to discussion of Senate Democrats to back down after 3 days of a government shutdown. Collazo and Perales speculate on what’s next for the fight for DACA legislation and what Democrats need to do for Latinos to show them more love in 2018.

Rays Talk show also discusses the latest news on Healthcare, the Puerto Rico crisis, recent wins in Voting Rights and how Collazo is feeling about his Philadelphia Eagles in the SuperBowl. #FlyEaglesFly

Rays Talk Show Episode 268: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Leo Perales discuss the real danger of the *hithole-In-Chief and the biggest issue that came of out DHS Secretary Nielsen’s testimony this week.

Collazo shares the latest on potential DACA and CHIP deals that are in the balance as the government shutdown deadline looms this week. Hear what can make this deal happen and why Perales thinks Democrats need to shut the government down.

Activists Quetcy Lozada and Amaris Hernandez-Padgett join the podcast to share why Latinas are engaged in Women’s March this weekend. Lozada and Hernandez-Padgett also update us on how ongoing humanitarian crisis in Puerto Rico has united leaders across the country and reaffirmed their commitment to the island and women’s causes. Thank you Four Our Future for organizing Latinas for this weekend’s marches.

Collazo also reveals what Latino politician is the one to watch this year and what state will be the epicenter of Latino and progressive politics in 2018.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 267: Host Ray Collazo talks about the latest threat to Puerto Rico that’s coming in form of Republican Tax bills with Gretchen Sierra-Zorita of the National Puerto Rican Agenda. Gretchen outlines the provisions in the proposed tax bills that could do more harm to Puerto Rico than any hurricane. Gretchen reveals why mobilizing in Texas, Ohio and Pennsylvania around this issue is so crucial now! Collazo also updates us on the current state of play with Tax legislation in Washington and why SALT could be what blocks bill.

Danay Escanaverino of LunaSol Media updates us the proposed repeal of Net Neutrality. Why does Net Neutrality matter so much to consumers and content creators and what we can do about it in the coming days to block this change to internet regulations.

The Rays Talk Show community shares its deepest sympathies on the passing of San Francisco Mayor Edward M. Lee and wish everyone a blessed Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Rays Talk Show Episode 266: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Immigration Policy expert Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS to take a deepdive into the state of DACA/Dream Act policy. Collazo and co-host Leo Perales quiz Carlos on the state of play in Washington around potential Dream Act legislation potentially being shoe horned into current Budget/Tax Packages. What leverage do immigrant activists now have as the debt ceiling deadline approaches? Will Democrats stand by the Dreamers during these negotiations? What can we do now to have our voice heard in this debate during this critical time.

Carlos also shares special events taking place in Washington this week, including a Facebook Live with Senator Bob Menendez on UnidosUS Facebook Page and rallies being led by dreamers.

Listen in for the update on the status of hundreds of thousands of Central American immigrants who are currently here under a tenuous Temporary Protection Status TPS). Much love for our friends from El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras and Nicaragua who are fighting for a legislative solution to this issue.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 265: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Chicago Political expert Larry Gonzalez on legacy of retiring Congressman Luis Gutierrez and what's next for El Gallito.

Leo Perales joins to consider what leaders are ready to step up in Congress now that Gutierrez is leaving and review the other big political news with Ray.

Latest on Tax debate, Puerto Rico, Net Neutrality and the big football game coming up with Leo and Ray's favorite teams.

And Leo gets to the bottom of Ray's recent run in with Lin-Manuel Miranda....yes, that Lin-Manuel.

Much respect for women fighting for equal treatment at the workplace and our Native American brothers and sisters, who always deserve our love.

Rays Talk Show Episode 264: Host Ray Collazo interviews activist and entrepreneur Wanda Mora about her experience mobilizing aid and advocacy through her Puerto Rico Strong campaign. Mora reveals how her campaign has raised $60K for relief efforts and what she has learned about herself and her community through this experience. Collazo and Mora discuss the next steps for Puerto Ricans to take control of our destiny with political mobilization that begins in many ways at the Unity March for Puerto Rico this Sunday, November 19th in Washington, DC.

Collazo then talks to Leo Perales of the Perales report about the hottest political headlines. How does last week’s elections impact the 2018 political landscape? How would North Philly handle this Roy Moore thing? And the importance of raising our voice NOW against the Republican Tax bills….taxes….we ARE Talking about Taxes? And Hey Ray segment.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 263: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Leo Perales of “The Perales Report” update us on this week’s hottest political headlines.

Updates on Puerto Rico: The humanitarian crisis continues while a company with 2 employees from Montana gets a $300 Million dollar contract. What could go wrong? Collazo and Perales why ‘Voces Unidos’ concert mattered.

Jeff Flake’s resignation: How does Flake’s resignation impact 2018? Answers may surprise you. And listen to why Collazo says “we can’t afford to walk away from a fight.”

Elections Update: Run, DeLeon, Run….and why Virginia and New Jersey Governors’ races matter for Latinos coast to coast.

Rays Talk Show Episode 262: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Marketing expert, philanthropist and Astros Superfan Rolando Rodriguez to update on the Texas recovery. Rodriguez shares how the Trill Multicultural team responded when some were scared to enter their communities in Houston in aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Listen to how Trill raised money and brought hope to some communities that have still been largely forgotten during Harvey recovery. Collazo and Rodriguez discuss parallels to Houston and Puerto Rico crises and how these disasters have impacted them personally.

Rodriguez and Dodger Superfan “The Real” George Lopez help us preview Astros vs. Dodgers World Series and explain why this World Series impacts Latinos in Houston and Southern California well beyond baseball.

Support Trill Multicultural’s GoFundMe Campaign and their efforts to help families in Houston area most in need.

RP261: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activist Angel Medina who shares his experience post Hurricane Maria and the real story on the island and throughout the diaspora. #UnidosPaPR

Collazo is also joined by Leo Perales to discuss future of potential DACA deal, Budget attacks and impact of Trump/Corker feud on upcoming congressional fights.

Collazo and Perales debut the "Hey Ray" segment.

Prayers to our friends in NoCal dealing with forest fires.

Rays Talk Show Episode 260: Host Ray Collazo and guest host Leo Perales provide latest update on Puerto Rico crisis. Why Trump hit a new low on his visit and what Puerto Ricans are thinking right now. Collazo lays out what needs to be focus now and what lessons Puerto Ricans should take from the harrowing last few weeks.

Las Vegas is on everyone's minds, hearts and prayers. Collazo and Perales share why this tragedy especially hits home and prospects for a legitimate conversation on gun control in this country.

Collazo and Perales share what is coming up in politics this week and what you can hear on Perales report. Subscribe to Rays Talk Show anywhere you can hear a podcast.

Rays Talk Show Episode 259: Host Ray Collazo provides latest updates on Zombiecare and his analysis on what Trump’s attacks on pro athletes really mean. Collazo also shares the latest on the Puerto Rico and Mexico crises and why Puerto Rico is so important to millions of Americans and should be important to all of us.

Listen to Marlene Peralta discuss the ongoing fight to pass DACA into law and her take on recent New York City elections.

Rays Talk Show Episode 258: Host Ray Collazo discusses the 16th Anniversary of 9-11 with Jason Llorenz and why its still so relevant today.

Collazo also gets updates from Alex Easdale and other residents of Florida and Texas on recovery efforts and lessons learned from this incredible experience. Collazo also breaks down why we need to keep listening to Steve Bannon.

Rays Talk Show Episode 257: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Immigrant lawyer Jose Sanchez and Political Strategists Elbert Garcia and Madeleine Villanueva to discuss our reactions to President Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Sanchez explains the legal ramifications for DACA recipients while Garcia lays out the feelings of activists in Florida and around the country.

Panel lays out the key next steps we must undertake to advocate for the successful passage of DACA into federal law while supporting Dreamers in their day to day lives.

Continued prayers for victims of Hurricane Harvey and everyone in path of Hurricane Irma.

Rays Talk Show Episode 256: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Houston resident Conchita Reyes who shares with us the Houston story from a mother turned responder. Conchita shares what’s really happening on the ground you need to know and how this experience has changed her life.

Collazo also shares his thoughts on what is really behind the impending announcement by the Trump administration on the future of DACA. Rays Talk Show also reveals what is next for this administration of hate and not much else. We also discuss some good news from Texas and why Labor Day is a whole lot more than a good BBQ.

Subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes or check out our website and social media. Continued prayers for Texas and support for DACA.

Rays Talk Show Episode 255: Host Ray Collazo shares what President Trump’s pardon for former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio means for our politics and our souls.

Collazo is joined by Arizona activist and artist James Garcia to discuss the local reaction to the latest insult to the Latino community and American Civil Rights. Garcia shares the historical battle against Arpaio’s reign of terror that led to this historic moment.

James Garcia explains how this sort of struggle led to the production of his latest Play “1070: We Were Strangers Once.” Garcia discusses how the journey of one family typifies the experience of Latinos during the passage and aftermath of SB1070 in Arizona over recent years.

Collazo, Garcia and everyone in the Rays Talk Show family send their prayers and best wishes to the families impacted by Hurricane Harvey in Texas.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 254: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Health Policy expert David Thomsen to discuss the current state of health debate in Washington. Thomsen breaks down why the House passed AHCA bill is sooooooo bad (especially for Latinos) and why we need to #ProtectOurCare now more than ever. Thomsen shares what to expect in Senate debate and how we can put pressure on our federal officials to stop this attack on our health.

Thomsen and Collazo discuss the mood in Washington during the Trump scourge and their mutual obsession with political podcasts. Respect to Pod Save America, Tamarindo Podcast and other podcasts that speak truth to power.

Rays Talk Show Episode 253: Host Ray Collazo discusses the hottest political topics of the week from the perspective of the streets. Collazo lays out why Trump's likely withdrawal from the Paris Climate Change Agreement has disasterous implications for our environment and the economy.

Collazo and his Facebook Live audience also engage in the ongoing Texas Civil War being declared against tejanos by state government with passage of SB4, which legislates racial profiling. Shame on Texas Representative Matt Rinaldi for lashing out against peaceful protesters and Hispanic legislators on the last day of this year's legislative session.

Collazo also shares why Jared Kushner needs to be cuffed ASAP, Capitol Hill updates and NBA Finals predictions!

Email Collazo at podcastrays@gmail.com for your chance to meet Collazo and other leaders at special events in New York area and Phoenix in coming weeks and support Planned Parenthood's #IDEFY campaign by texting 'TALK' to '22422.'

Rays Talk Show Episode 252: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss the hottest political topics of the week. Highlights of Episode 252:

--Gianforte attacks a journalist, teacher calls Latina student a 'likely terrorist,' immigrants gets profiled after being an accident victim. Is Trump's tone putting targets on the back of journalists and people of color?

--The CBO score and Trump's budget plan release confirmed what we already knew: the AHCA and Trump's proposed budget suck. Listen to what Collazo and Garcia say to look out for in continued pushback to AHCA and Budget Legislation.

--Why Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is a danger to our country and why Clarence Thomas deserves props this week??

--A Latino needs to get this Google Calendar out ASAP to make time for a group of African-American with something to say.

--Shoutouts to Colorado State Senator Dominick Moreno, the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival and Planned Parenthood. Join their #IDEFY campaign to defy hate by texting "Talk" To 22422.

Rays Talk Show Episode 251: Host Ray Collazo details how Trump's proposed Budget is a declaration of War on working people and especially Latinos. Collazo breaks down how the Administration has a trick up their sleeve to try to literally starve millions of Latino children. He also discusses how you can get engaged with a phone call to 1-866-426-2631 #HandsOff.

Collazo keeps up posted on the ongoing drama impacting the National Puerto Rican Day Parade. Listen to why Collazo thinks the pulling out of corporate sponsors is a blessing and should act as a call to action for all Puerto Ricans to take action.

Collazo also gives props to a Latino sports legend who recently likely played his last game. Saludos Manu!

Join the #IDEFY Campaign and support Planned Parenthood by texting "TALK" to 22422.

Rays Talk Show Episode 250: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss the hottest political and social topics from the streets. Is the appointment of Robert Muller to be the Special Prosecutor in the Russian investigation the beginning of the end? Who does Collazo think is now in line to the next elected President of the United States? Who does Collazo consider to have been the true public enemy #1 to the Latino community?

Collazo and Garcia also provide their Capitol Hill updates, their “What’s Up with your boy/girl?” of the week and ponder what makes ‘Despacito’ the mega hit of the summer!

Support Planned Parenthood’s #IDEFY campaign by texting ‘TALK’ to 22422. Defy hate and discrimination in all of its forms today!

Rays Talk Show Episode 249: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Danny Montes of Californians For Safety & Justice to discuss the state of safety in this country. Montes shares how policies impacting criminal justice and immigration enforcement create atmosphere of insecurity in Latino communities around the country.

Montes shares how Californians are feeling right now about the unethical behavior of the Trump administration. Collazo and Montes also give us their latest take on Comey firing, attempts to repeal Obamacare and other hot political issues.

Montes and Collazo highlight the influence of their mothers and why it’s so important to honor the mothers in our lives everyday.

Defy the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood by texting “Talk” to 22422. Join the fight and stand with Planned Parenthood!

Rays Talk Show Episode 248: Host Ray Collazo and guest Elbert Garcia comment on the hottest political headlines from the streets. Collazo and Garcia discuss how Comey's firing by President Trump shouldn't surprise anyone, why Congressman Carlos Curbelo reminds us of your shady brother in law, and how we can #Resist the Senate's steps towards repealing the ACA and health access to millions of Americans.

Governor Greg Abbot signed SB4 into law this week. Hear why Collazo believes this new anti-immigrant law creates an apartheid like state for Latinos in Texas. Also hear Garcia's analysis of Miami politics and who reminds Collazo of the Dave Chappelle character that was a black Klansman....seriously.

Defy the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood by texting "Talk" to 22422. Get loud. Stay loud. Defy today. Text "Talk" to 22422 to join the fight and stand with Planned Parenthood!

Rays Talk Show Episode 247: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia talk politics from the streets. Collazo and Garcia discuss how Syrian airstrikes will impact our country, status of #Resist Movement, why "someone's going to jail," the results are in for California Congressional District 34's Special Election and what Latino music stars are impacting national politics.

Support resistance movement at University of Puerto Rico system with students and faculty on strike to prevent crippling austerity proposals. Pa'lante!

RP246: Host Ray Collazo updates us on why Trumpcare is caca and how the Obamacare repeal fiasco exemplifies the President's overrated business/negotiations skills.

Collazo is joined by Texas lawyer and activist Jose Sanchez to discuss the Trump Administration's legal impact to immigrant community. Sanchez shares how his personal journey led him to service through the law and how Sanchez is defending and preparing immigrant families in their most dire moments.

Collazo also gives you insight on why the World Baseball Classic was sports heaven and why it will be a great blessing to baseball. #LosNuestros

Rays Talk Show Episode 245: Host Ray Collazo and Guest Host Elbert Garcia review why Trumpcare is NO BUENO, especially for the Latino community. Collazo and Garcia discuss the politics of this dangerous legislation and what we can do to kill Trumpcare.

Collazo interviews Las Vegas activist Erika Castro on the mood of Nevadans during the Trump’s administration’s first few months and how she is organizing Latinos around immigration and environmental issues.

Collazo and Garcia discuss the low turnout Los Angeles elections and ponder the meaning of the JLO/AROD romance. Que Bochinche!

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Rays Talk Show Episode 245: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Elbert Garcia discuss how we can’t get distracted by Trump’s Schizophrenia and the real take away from Trump’s speech to joint session of Congress. Collazo and Garcia also update us on the latest mischief being done by Trump’s Cabinet of Deplorables. Is DeVos serious about her ignorant comments about the HBCU?

Thomas Perez made history this past weekend becoming the Chair of the Democratic National Committee. Collazo shares his thoughts on the real deal about Perez and Congressman and newly minted Deputy Chair Keith Ellison and can Perez get the job done as DNC Chair.

Collazo and Garcia also update us the most important outcome we can expect from the special election taking place for California Congressional District 34 to replace former Congressman Xavier Becerra.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 243: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss headlines from Latino perspective as the global warming of politics continues. Collazo and Garcia react to the incident in Anaheim, CA as an off duty police officer shoots a gun at end of confrontation with a 13 year old child over kids running on his lawn. How do activists mobilize to hold law enforcement officials accountable to the over-policing of our communities and why didn’t an off duty police officer just talk to the kids’ parents about it?

The Department of Homeland Security announced details of plan to widen net of ICE deportation targets to include essentially entire undocumented population. Collazo and Garcia discuss how these policies actually make many of us feel less safe and why these unsound policies put law enforcement in a difficult position that is leading to more aggressive behavior that deteriorates our civil rights.

Trump Administration also announced withdrawal of federal government protections for transgendered students. Why this disgusting decision continues the Trump administration’s priorities of cruelty, not safety.

Can former Department of Labor Secretary Thomas Perez seal the deal this weekend and become the Chair of the Democratic National Committee or will he fall prey to the struggles of other Dominican ballers closing championships?

And listen in for shoutouts to leaders around the country. What makes buena gente like Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez and Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum deserve some love. Bendicion mami!

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Rays Talk Show, Episode 242: Host Ray Collazo and guest Elbert Garcia break down this week’s hottest political headlines from the streets.

The week has been marred by mass ICE raids. How are these raids impacting families across the country and Collazo explains why he believes that Russian submarine off the coast is a lot more of a danger than #GuadalupeGarcia or #DanielRamirezMedina. Daniel’s case is particularly troubling since he is in the United States legally as a DACA student. What now defines being a criminal, having Latino friends? Simply have a tattoo that says “Peace” in Spanish?

Collazo and Garcia also review Trump’s wild press conference, how his comments to April Ryan or so disrespectful, the nomination of Alexander Acosta to Department of Labor post, and updates from Miami on movement to call on Mayor Carlos Gimenez to rescind agreement to cooperate with ICE. Listen out for this week’s shoutout segment too.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 241: Host Ray Collazo is joined by labor leader and political strategist Patricia Campos and Educator Shirley Santos to discuss the political headlines of the week. Campos shares how we can all channel our anger into positive action to contribute to a stronger country. Santos analyzes the impact of the confirmation of Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos and what should be the priorities for education advocates in this environment, especially to support Latino students.

Collazo also describes why the tragic deportation of Guadalupe Garcia reveals the fallacy of President Trump’s propaganda and why we need to continue to #Resist from the streets to the Senate Democratic Caucus.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 240: Host Ray Collazo reviews why the 2017 #Resist movement is right on track and why we need to incorporate movement building into larger four point strategy.

Collazo interviews Miami activist Tomas Kennedy who is organizing efforts to call on Mayor Carlos Gimenez to rescind agreement to corporate with President Trump’s Executive Action to target cities that support Sanctuary for immigrants. How is Miami reacting to being only major city complying with Trump’s Executive Action?

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Rays Talk Show Episode 239: Host Ray Collazo discusses the hottest political issues of the day as we get ready for the Christmas holidays. Collazo lays out why the #Trumpliction is a disease in plain site, the latest political Bochinche taking place with the Democratic National Committee and why the Hamilton MixTape is so dope. Collazo also reveals why the agenda of the nation’s largest law enforcement labor union is so terrifying. #RIPFranciscoSerna #FreeOscarLopezRivera

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Rays Talk Show Episode 238: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Mi Tu's Jenny Lorenzo. Jen Lo is a YouTube star who has struck a cord with Latinos everywhere through her "Cuban Abuela" character. Lorenzo shares her journey to comedy and becoming a viral sensation.

As a Cuban-American comedian, Lorenzo received a strong reaction from both sides of the debate on Fidel Castro's legacy after releasing her video responses to news of his death. Listen to how Lorenzo reflects on the entire experience of creating those videos the trolls that attacked her on social media.

The "Cuban Abuela" also makes an appearance on the show. Listen to the Cuban Abuela talk about Pokemon and why Superman is muy guapo.

Rays Talk Show Episode 237: Host Ray Collazo analyzes what we learned about Trump's incoming administration from the Carrier deal and his Cabinet of Deplorables. Collazo also breaks down why the mainstream media's fascination with the disgruntled 'white working class' is dangerous and why Congressman Xavier Becerra's powermove is important for Latinos everywhere.

Cuban-Americans Jenny Lorenzo, Ric Herrero and Nissim Leon also share their thoughts on what Fidel Castro's death means to the Cuban-American community and their hopes for the future of the entire Cuban diaspora.

Rays Talk Show Episode 236: Social Media Influencer Rachel Matos joins Host Ray Collazo to discuss her journey from The Art Muse to the #WeAllGrow Latina Network. Rachel provides insights on how she has leveraged per passion for art, blogging, social media and collaboration for a fulfilling career and life. She also provides an overview of the #WeAllGrow Latina Network and how Ana Flores and her team are creating a supportive online community for Latina content creators.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 235: Host Ray Collazo and guests Venessa Rivera and Charlie Ramos discuss political headlines of the week.

Rays Talk Show Episode 234: Host Ray Collazo is joined by the CEO of Social Vibes Media Vicky Llerena. Vicky shares how she has overcome the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and the keys to building your online brand, regardless of budget.

Highlights of this episode of Rays Talk Show with Vicky Llerena of Social Vibes Media (timestamp in parentheses):

Three Keys to engaging your audience (4:30)
What people are most drawn to in marketing (7:00)
Top free resources to research viability of your business idea (9:00)
The price of entrepreneurship (21:15)
Why staying connected to a your network is critical to success (25:00)
Advice for Christina and all visually based small businesses (28:15)
What inspired Vicky to become an entrepreneur (34:10)

Resources mentioned in the show:
Reference USA: Small Business Research resource
Famebit: Helps businesses connect with social media influencers that fit your audience profile
Hootsuite: Social Media online publishing tool

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Rays Talk Show Episode 233: Host Ray Collazo breaks down the questions "What The Heck Happened?" and "What Do We Do Next?" following this shocking and to many horrific result of last Tuesday's Presidential Election. Collazo dives into the mental state of Latino voters now that President Elect Donal J. Trump remains in all of our lives. Collazo addresses nuances of the Latino election results, potential Democratic opponents in 2020 and why he isn't apologizing for how he feels. And would Bernie haven't been Trump or not?

Guest Elbert Garcia later on joins Collazo to take a deep dive into the dynamics that led to a close Trump victory in Florida.

Topics On his theraputic Post-Election edition o f Rays Talk Show:

(4:50) Political Therapy
(5:45) Immigrants Never Get a Day Off
(10:50 Why It Ain't Our fault
(12:15) Why Latino Vote Needs More Love
(15:17) Clinton's biggest Mistake
(18:00) Customer's Always Right
(26:00) Where to find the a few Latino Trump Voters
(1:02:40) Florida Deep Dive

RP232: Host Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts and wise Latinas Georgie Aguirre Sacasa and Claudia Granados to provide the final word on this historically maddening election cycle. Aguirre and Granados share how this Presidential election has impacted them as activists and as Latinas. Our guests also provide insight on how we move forward as a community and as a country win or lose on Tuesday.

Ray then reveals his election predictions. Who will become the President elect on Tuesday and by how many electoral votes? What swing states will be determined by the surging Latino vote? And who will control the Senate after Tuesday?

Rays Talk Show Episode 231: Business Consultant Ivette Mayo joins Rays Talk Show to help all of us turbo boost our businesses. Ivette gives us tough love advice to help us transition from being a ‘Wantapreneur’ to a ‘POWERpreneur.’ Mayo’s provides critical lessons on creating a business and life for yourself that brings you satisfaction, fulfillment and purpose.

You can learn more about Mayo’s services and Bilingual Christmas Card Line at Yo Soy I Am.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 230: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest Elbert Garcia to discuss what voters are talking about and what mainstream media is missing after the last Presidential election debate.

Highlights of this ‘Latinos Talk Politics’ edition of Rays Talk Show (timestamp in parentheses):

(1:35) Why Trump’s ‘Bad Hombres’ comment is so harmful to Latinos
(6:45) The real threats to voter and election integrity
(20:25) Does Clinton really have Florida locked up?
(23:50) Evolution of Cuban-American Vote aka La Potencia factor
(27:25) Is Marco Rubio still a thing?
(33:10) Taco Trucks Politics
(38:35) ‘Needy Latinos’ Bochinche
(42:50) Biggest Problem with WikiLeaks emails
(44:00) RIP to Choco Meza
(45:40) Ray begs for South Beach VIP Status

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Rays Talk Show Episode 229: Host Ray Collazo is joined by legendary author, broadcaster and political analyst Ray Suarez to discuss the state of the Presidential Race. The tocayos analyze how Donald Trump’s unpredictable campaign has changed our political culture and why the mainstream media pays little attention to the Latino perspective.

Ray Suarez also pointedly describes why Trump’s rhetoric places Mexicans in a no-win political relationship with many Americans and wonders aloud why Canada never gets blamed for our problems.

Suarez breaks down the factors impacting Latino voting power and what we may expect to come in the final weeks of the craziest election in our memory.

The Rays finally chat about Suarez’ thoughts on the Chicago Cubs and speculate on their chances to win their first World Series since 1908.

Rays Talk Show Episode 228: Host Ray Collazo continues his coverage of the 2016 Presidential Election with guest Monica Parrilla. Ray and Monica decompress about the last several days of this electoral novella starting with the infamous #TrumpTape and the thugged out 2nd Presidential debate. Ray and Monica also review what makes this election so crazy and what Latino voters really want to hear more about for the next month.

Monica also reports in about her work mobilizing Latino voters in the key swing state of Pennsylvania.

Rays Talk Show Episode 227: Rays Talk Show continues its Election Coverage as Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts Charlie Ramos, Jr. and Marcos Villar. Listen to the panel’s reaction to this week’s Vice Presidential debate and how #ThatMexicanThing will impact the Presidential race and the Latino Vote.

Collazo, Ramos and Vilar take a deep dive into how the Puerto Rican vote will save Florida and change the state for the better. And did California Congresswoman and Senate candidate Loretta Sanchez really dab during her debate with frontrunner Kamala Harris? #QueBochinche!

The Rays Talk Show's family prays for continued peace in light of Colombian voters recent rejection of a proposed peace treaty with the FARC.

Rays Talk Show Episode 226: Host Ray Collazo debuts a special Rays Talk Show series of political talk episodes gearing us up for the upcoming election. Collazo lays out his biggest takeaway from the first Presidential debate, analysis of the state of play, the bochinche of the week and a shoutout to a recent victory for workers rights.

Send Ray ideas for show topics or guests you want to hear on these special political episodes of Rays Talk Show by via email at podcastrays@gmail or via Twitter. And check out every episode of Rays Talk Show on our website.

Rays Talk Show Episode 225: A special simulcast episode of Rays Talk Show with host Ray Collazo and Potencial Millonario with Felix Montelara live from Miami during the Hispanicize Conference. Collazo and Montelara are joined by Cindy Y. Rodriguez and Nathalie Farfan of The Morado Lens Podcast. The women of Morado Lens share the keys to releasing your inner bruja for career and personal satisfaction. Enjoy Ray and the crew’s raucous conversation about sugar mommies, ceviche, abuelas’ sex lives and much, much, more. And did someone really mention Rico Suave?

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Rays Talk Show Episode 224: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Social Media Consultant and Leader Natascha Otero-Santiago to discuss all things Puerto Rico. The Founder of NOS Communications and Paranda.org briefs us on what 2016 has taught her about organizing the Puerto Rican diaspora online during the island’s economic crisis and the subsequent PROMESA debate.

Natascha is also finding success offering her services to Puerto Rican and culturally oriented businesses in South Florida. Learn how Natascha has established a thriving consulting firm utilizing the “Wepa Factor!”

Ray and Natascha also celebrate the Gold Medal winning triumph of tennis superstar Monica Puig and how #PicaPower brought millions of boricuas together online.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 223: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Maria Florio and guest Del Gerard revealed the “Hustlers Time Management Guide” for people that are looking to squeeze more time out of their day to pursue their passions.

Your Virtual Big Brother also shares how you can find 5 months a year of more time to build the life you have always wanted. For more Rays Talk Show, visit RaysPodcast.com or subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes, Google Play or Soundcloud.

Rays Talk Show Episode 222: Blogger and Activist Lola Acevedo joins Host Ray Collazo to assure us ‘dreams don’t have an expiration date.’ The author of The Lola Chronicles shares her journey to understand the beauty in emotional scars that led her to establish an award winning blog and lose over 150 pounds after her divorce.

Rays Talk Show Episode 221: Live Streaming Guru and Sales Expert Tony R. Sanders visits Rays Talk Show to share how he created the hottest live streaming morning show 'Good Morning, God Bless.' The “Creator of Dope Things” reveals the keys to his content creation journey and gives marketing tips for building your audience through live streaming. Tony and Host Ray Collazo talk shop about the live streaming landscape and why Facebook Live is the big dog in the game until further notice.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 220: Bilingual Blogger, Author and Producer of Viva Fifty platform Lorraine C. Ladish visits Rays Talk Show to share her journey from divorced single mother on welfare to leading social media influencer, Lorraine and host Ray Collazo discuss the path to entrepreneurship through personal fulfillment, strategies for online platform building at any age and her new book Reach: From Single Mom on Welfare to Digital Entrepreneur.

A leading voice for Latina social media content creators, Lorraine shares great insights on creating an authentic and profitable digital platform and the power of salsa dancing and yoga to help take care of yourself through the ups and downs of life.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 219: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Brenda Gonzalez of the Tamarindo Podcast to discuss their reflections on the Latino community's energy during these turbulent political times. Brenda and Ray discuss how Latino leaders throughout the country are channeling the power of resilience to combat anti-Latino rhetoric.

Ray and Brenda recorded this episode in Orlando, Florida during the National Council of La Raza Conference. Ray and Brenda share the significance of Latinos coming together in Central Florida to show solidarity with the victims and families of the Pulse nightclub shooting as well as highlight the critical importance of the Puerto Rican/Latino Vote in the 222 Corridor this election cycle.

Ray and Brenda can't stay away from talking politics. Is Tim Kaine's pick as the Democratic Vice Presidential nominee going to excite Latinos because he speaks espanol? And why aren't their more Latinos in position to become a Vice Presidential nominee? Listen to what Latina Republican got props by Ray!

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Rays Talk Show Episode 218: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio from the Tamarindo Podcast. The hottest new Latino podcasters visit Ray to discuss politica, media images, personal identity and Colombian food.

We first learn how the Tamarindo Podcast crew birthed the show and how it has become the hottest new podcast in the Latino digital space. This leads to a great conversation about the mainstream media coverage of Latino perspective during major events like the 2016 Election cycle and the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. The intersection of Latino and LGBTQ identity has come to the forefront in recent times and Luis Octavio shares his very personal experience living with this duality. Finally, Brenda reveals what Puerto Rican impacts her life the most and Luis Octavio breaks down his love for Colombian cuisine.

Rays Talk Show Episode 217: Ray Collazo is joined by author and activist Sulma Arzu-Brown to discuss her recently published children’s book “Bad Hair Does Not Exist/Pelo Malo No Existe.” Sulma and Ray talk about what inspired her to create a book that affirms the beauty of our children, regardless of skin tone and hair texture.

Sulma shares her journey from concerned mother to author and best practices on developing creative marketing strategies for independent publishers. Sulma, Ray and guest Raquel Mangual ‘go there’ with real talk on how race impacts Latino identity, self-esteem and relationships.

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Bad Hair Does Not Exist/Pelo Malo No Existe

Rays Talk Show Episode 216: Host Ray Collazo is joined by blogger and digital organizer Sili Recio of The MamiHood. Recio was recently named one of Latina Magazine’s “Most Influential Bloggers” and talks to Ray about how blogging has led her to career growth and personal fulfillment. Sili and special guests Dr. Vibe and Cynthia from Moms Winning discuss keys to building a successful blog platform while continuing to provide ones audience maximum value.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 215: Host Ray Collazo is joined by heath care professional and activist Venessa Rivera. The ‘Madrina of Health’ shares her journey as a promotora de salud. Rivera’s activism began as a small girl helping farmworker families and has continued to become a leading voice for equitable culturally competent health care and health advocacy for everyone regardless of background.

Notable Quote from Episode 215:
“We are not experts…the community are the true experts.”—Venessa Rivera

Resources: NCLR’s Health Advocacy Programs for Latino children and families

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Rays Talk Show Episode 214: Host Ray Collazo and co-host Maria Florio continue discussion with next 5 steps to Build Your Online Brand From Scratch. In part two of the series, your Virtual Big Brother and Maria reveal strategies to build your online community through authentic engagement, target market identification and social media. Ray and Maria also share some tools anyone can use to minimize the brand building learning curve and automate potentially time consuming day to day tasks.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 213: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Maria Florio to discuss the first five steps to Build Your Online Brand From Scratch. In this two part series, your Virtual Big Brother assuages the concerns of talented and service oriented professionals who feel lost when considering how to build an online brand in line with their skills and passions.

Go to Big Brother Ray's online platform to watch full episode and download free Guide to Build Your Online Brand From Scratch.

Rays Podcast Episode 212: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by Fundraising Expert Alex Easdale to explore how we can all fund our dreams through Alex’s “Three Principles of Fundraising.” The Principal of Forging Alliances, Inc. shares fundamental concepts that can be applied to healthy non-profit organizations or anyone who just has a desire to fulfill a passion.

Ray and Alex share dynamics that are essential for non-profits to understand when engaging Foundations and the philanthropic world. Alex also discusses the lessons that his Argentinean immigrant parents taught him about life and service.

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Rays Podcast Episode 211: Host Ray Collazo is joined by social media marketing expert Carlos Gil. Carlos shared his inspiring personal story from high school dropout to renowned social media guru.

Collazo and Gil are joined by panelists Danilo Rodriguez and Laiza Santos to take a deep dive into why Snapchat is the hottest social media platform for personal and business brand marketing. Listen to Carlos provide complete overview of Snapchat and the fundamental principles that will make social media content marketing work on any platform.

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Rays Podcast Episode 210: Host Ray Collazo discusses how to truly embrace life’s crossroads. We often find ourselves at crossroads throughout our lives. On this episode, your virtual big brother helps us identify crossroads by first acknowledging what led to these defining moments. He then explains why these decisions are actually not crossroads at all and what they truly mean.

Ray then reveals the steps to not only deal with these forks in life’s road, but actually how you can embrace these challenging times to create the life you have been always searching for. The road towards the life you were meant to live is right there in front of you: just follow the steps outlined on this life defining episode of Rays Talk Show to truly be the boss of your own life.

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Rays Podcast Episode 209: Rays Talk Show welcomes BloggerPreneur Melanie Mendez-Gonzales of the Que Means What brand. Melanie and Host Big Brother Ray Collazo are joined by guests Michael Pomposello and Shauna of Adventures of Eight Brand to discuss the keys to monetization strategies for bloggers. This episode of a must listen for bloggers and online content creators trying to get paid to do what they love.

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Rays Podcast Episode 208: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Latino Social Media Influencers Arturo Nava of Logra Tu Dream and Felix Montelara of Potencial Millonario. Collazo, Nava and Montelara will be joined by Marcie Quintana and Brandy Butler on the Power of Podcasting panel at Hispanicize 2016. Your Virtual Big Brother leads a panel discussion with these experts on the state of the podcast industry as well as marketing, content integration and monetization strategies for current or future podcasters.

The panel also gets you ready by previewing Hispanicize 2016 in Miami April 4-8. What is the “SXSW for Latinos” all about and what should participants expect at this year’s conference.

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Rays Podcast Episode 207: Host Ray Collazo and co-host Danilo Rodriguez are joined by Urban Culture Commentators Kim Osorio and Mario “Planetary” Collazo to discuss the legacy of Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest. The panel reminisces about what Phife meant to them as hip hop fans, journalists and artists and why the 5 Foot Assassin’s passing has resonated so strongly.

Kim Osorio, the former Editor-in-Chief of The SOURCE Magazine and Planetary of Outerspace and The Army of The Pharoahs crew break down what made Phife such an ill lyricist and why his influence was far greater than just his rhyme skills. The panel also picks Kim’s brain on what the The SOURCE process was like in choosing the coveted ‘5 Mic Review’ and why hip hop group beefs are just a part of life.

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Rays Podcast Episode 206: Host Ray Collazo welcomes motivational speaker and education consultant Ernesto Mejia of CoolSpeak, Inc. to Rays Talk Show. Ernesto’s journey began as the son of Mexican immigrants who taught him the values of family, service and humility. Ernesto overcame a childhood illness to become one of America’s most influential youth motivational speakers, inspiring tens of thousands of disadvantaged teens to pursue higher education.

Ernesto, Ray and guest co-host Morgan J. Ingram discuss the business of public speaking and advice for people with a passion for sharing their voice with the world. Ernesto reveals how to find your true speaking voice, target audience, marketing hook and client niche. If you are a professional communicator, this conversation with Ernesto is a much listen.

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Rays Podcast Episode 205: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by non-profit executive Michael Toledo. Ray and Michael discuss their “12 Commandments of Management” for career people looking to develop their leadership skills. Why are principles like ethics, communication, collaboration and the Power of Why such fundamental elements for managers to grow their organizations’ visions.

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Rays Podcast Episode 204: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by the Revelation Coach Christine Medina. Christine shares her personal journey to becoming a Life Coach and Relationship expert. How did she overcome the haters to have she life she always wanted?

Christine also reveals the fundamentals to a Dream Life that we can start moving towards today! The Revelation Coach breaks down the power of planning, adaptation, anticipation and negotiation for career and personal satisfaction. Also listen to Christine and Ray share advice on survival tactics for those solopreneurs and hustlers out there!

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Rays Podcast Episode 203: Founder of Sofrito Media Group George Torres joins Rays Talk Show. Host Ray Collazo and George discuss the Urban Jibaro’s journey from youth activist to nationally renowned marketing entrepreneur. Torres also shares best practices to curate authentic Latino culture and amplify your business brand con sabor. Other guests include Cynthia Sepulveda from Flaco Coquito and Felix Montelara of Potencial Millonario.

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Rays Podcast Episode 202: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by content expert Danilo Rodriguez. Collazo, Rodriguez and guest Carlos Phoenix discuss how Virtual Reality will impact content and our world in 2016.

Highlights of this immersive episode of Rays Podcast:

Danilo Rodriguez describes virtual reality and why it will be content “game changer” in 2016.

Why we are so attracted to the escapism that virtual reality content provides.

How virtual reality will impact content and consumption of film, television and music industries.

How independent content creators should be influenced by presence of immersive media in the media landscape.

Review of Virtual Reality products and content distribution networks now being offered on the market.

How Virtual Reality will influence content channels like Facebook, Google, iPhones and Android platform.

Also listen as Danilo shares his lessons learned from a childhood that started ’20 feet under’ that led him to the Ivy League, Wall Street, Dubai and beyond.

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Rays Podcast Episode 201: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by the Founder and CEO of Business Academy Online Rick Martinez. Rick shares his journey from the military to nursing and now business consultant and entrepreneur. Listen to Rick Martinez share the keys to combining purpose, passion and profit for the business and life that you were destined to live.

Listen to Rick and Big Brother Ray coach audience member John A. Burch on how to adjust his brand to soar in his new journey as a speaker and relationship expert. Big Brother Ray honors John’s military service and wishes him the best of luck.

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Rays Podcast Episode 200: Host Ray Collazo celebrates the 200th episode of Rays Podcast by discussing the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. to our world. Your Virtual Big Brother reviews what we can do to honor the legacy of the Civil Right Movement by living out our own dreams.

Ray provides a road map to fulfilling your dreams on this special edition of Rays Podcast. Check out Rays Talk Show live every Tuesday and Thursday at 10PM EST/7PM PST on Blab and Big Brother Ray for all of our content that helps you find wealth in your voice.

Rays Podcast Episode 199: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by Ariane Datil to help us learn how to become our #1 promoter through power of video, social media and networking.

Ariane Datil is a Media Personality and fashion blogger who is the lifestyle and pop culture correspondent for MyNEWPhilly.com and DreamNationTV.com. Ariane shares how she melded her passions to leverage opportunities in television and online video platforms.

Ariane and Ray were also joined by rising comedian Sabrina Sithe. Sabrina is a Periscope personality and asked for advice on how to grow her brand. Listen to an amazing on the spot coaching session between Ariane and Sabrina!

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Rays Podcast Episode 198: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by Life Coach, Leadership Trainer and Inspirational Speaker Liz A. Garcia. Liz’s Mission is to give 1 Million people the tools to create an amazing existence. On this episode, Liz lays out a blueprint for how all of us can truly live a Life in Brilliance.

Highlights of this life changing episode of Rays Podcast:

The unusual activity that helped Liz have the confidence to excel in high school and seek out higher education.

What does a life of brilliance means to Liz?

How Liz helps us understand how to reframe our story to draw positive strengths from your background, regardless of your childhood struggles.

Why ‘living in uncertainty’ is critical to building a brilliant life.

How to build a team that will support you in creating the life you want.

Liz’s step by step guide to transition from being an employee to the boss of your own life!

What we need to all forget about now to save time for the things that really matter.

The elements of true leadership that we all need to embrace.

How to overcome communication barriers for partners in your life.

What social media outlet gives Liz energy and inspiration.

Why you must create a life filled with beautiful adventures.

Key Quote from Liz A. Garcia:

“I’m Not Going to Ask Permission, I’m Going to Make a Decision to Do Something.”

Download Liz A. Garcia’s Tip Guide to creating an amazing life and Subscribe to Rays Podcast for more inspirational conversations that help thought leaders find wealth in your voice.

Rays Podcast Episode 197: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by guests Angel Rodriguez, Cindy Rangel, Joba, Ray Torres, Danna McIntire & Michael Pompanello to discuss their biggest takeaways from 2015. From full-time entrepreneurship, unemployment and motherhood, the panel has gone through many ups and downs this year, but is taking 2015 lessons to get equipped for an amazing 2016.

Valuable Lessons Learned on Episode 197 of Rays Talk Show:

Power of Dreaming: the panel explains why envisioning the life you want is such a powerful step towards fulfilling your long held desires.

Accepting the Journey: Whether we are young or just anxious, many of us need to embrace patience and find time to enjoy the journey towards the life we want.

Live in Faith: If we have faith, then why don’t we live fully in faith instead of wallowing in fear?

Power of Blab: Crew discusses what Blab has meant to their 2016. If you aren’t familiar with this cutting edge Live Streaming service, subscribe to Rays Talk Show and get down with the Blab!

For more mentorship from your virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo and our rays of light, subscribe to Rays Podcast or Rays Talk Show.

Rays Podcast Episode 196: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by Dr. Dinorah Nieves to help us get life right in 2016. "Dr. Dee" is a wellness practitioner, life coach, writer and motivational speaker known for her unique brand of edgy enlightenment.

Dr. Dee lays out her roadmap for all of us to "Get Life Right" by strengthening our Mind, Body and Soul. How is Dr. Nieves creating the life she wants through understanding her non-negotiables, meditation and 'getting corny?'

Dr. Nieves also shares her journey from non-profit management to full-time entrepreneurship in coaching/training field. If you are manager looking to strengthen your leadership skills, employer transitioning into entrepreneurship or anyone planning an amazing 2016, this chat with Dr. Dee is a must listen.

For more Rays Talk Show, Subscribe to Rays Podcast and watch Rays Talk Show Live every Tuesday and Thursday at 10PM on Blab.

Rays Podcast Episode 195: Host Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo provides his reflections on the current mood in the country after the San Bernardino tragedy and how we move forward to unite as a nation. Collazo explains the first step we should all take to move past hate and create a more peaceful society.

Other Highlights of this insightful episode of Rays Podcast:

Ray shares the sequence of emotions he experienced during the moments after the tragedy and why that made him feel uncomfortable.

Why some reactions to these terrible incidents are understandable but ultimately not healthy.

What are the real factors leading to this anxiety and fear?

The one word that sums up the first step to overcoming hate.

What puzzles Ray the most about some reactions to ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement.

What is most upsetting about Donald Trump’s political ascent.

Why it is so important for all of us to speak up for the most vulnerable.

What’s cost to all of us that isn’t even being discussed?

How Latinos are being impacted by the nation’s current climate.

For more inspiration, mentorship and resources from your Virtual Big Brother, visit RaysPodcast.com and watch “Rays Talk Show” ever Tuesday and Thursday 10PM EST. on Blab.cim/rayspodcast.

Rays Podcast Episode 194: Host your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo welcomes Financial guru Felix Montelara of Potential Millionaire. The Author of Potencial Millonario shares his journey from a poor child in Puerto Rico to financial freedom.

Felix and Ray discuss the mental hurdles one must overcome for wealth to become real in your life. Montelara explains the spiritual and cultural elements that one must understand to transition yourself into the millionaire you are meant to be.

Ray and Felix also discuss with guest Christian Abaad how we should truly define our success and create a life that puts family first.

Purchase Felix Montelara’s incredible book “Potencial Millonario” and listen to more incredible conversations that will help you find wealth in your voice by visiting Rays Podcast.

And check out “Rays Talk Show” livestreaming every Tuesday and Thursday night at 10PM Eastern on Blab TV.

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Rays Podcast Episode 193: Host Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is joined by Andre Del Valle and Elbert Garcia to discuss the Power of Gratefulness.

Many of us talk about ‘being grateful,’ but how do we truly ‘live a grateful life?’

Collazo and the panel discuss how your biggest life’s challenges are the best time to tap into gratefulness. And what do qualities like Leadership, Perseverance, Ambition and Fun have to do with Gratefulness?

Download Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo’s Free Guide to Living a Truly Grateful Life and Subscribe to Rays Podcast on iTunes. And check out Rays TV Show Livestreaming on Blab Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10PM EST/7PM PST.

Rays Podcast Episode 192: The Virtual Big BrotherRay Collazo is back with Creative Leadership expert David M. Castro. In part 2 of this conversation, the Author of Genership: Beyond Leadership Toward Liberating The Creative Soulshares shares how to Lead Through Love to build momentum every day in your organization. What are the traits that you must prioritize to build an organizational culture that fosters creative leadership through ever level of your team?

Go to Rays Podcast to download David Castro’s Free Guide To Building Momentum Every Day and listen to hear Ray’s big announcement. You can now watch Rays TV on Blab every Tuesday and Thursday at 10PM Eastern Time!

For more inspiration, mentorship and community to find wealth in your voice, Subscribe to Rays Podcast or Rays TV.

Rays Podcast Episode 191: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo debuts Rays Podcast on Blab.im as a TV Show! On this historic episode, Ray reveals How to Listen For The Life You Want.

Ray shares what Facebook taught him about the Power of Listening on his birthday. Ray and guests Felix Montelara of Potencial Millonario and Hip Hip Artist Mario “Planetary” Collazo discuss the keys to finding your purpose, direction and next steps through listening.

Ray also reveals where your anxiety is really coming from and what many of us surprisingly feel about success.

Download Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo’s Guide to Listening To Live The Life You Want and check out Rays Podcast for the inspiration, mentorship and community you have been looking for to Find Wealth In Your Voice.

Rays Podcast Episode 190: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is back with Co-Host Laiza Santos to provide mentorship on how to utilize the Art of the Side Hustle to follow your dreams.

Ray and Laiza reveal the 7 Keys to Make the Side Hustle Work For You.

Other Highlights of this episode focused on your re-invention to serve more people with your special gifts:

The question you must ask yourself about personal Re-invention.
The feeling that prevents people the most from pursuing Side Hustle.
What does ‘love’ have to do with Art of Side Hustle?
How to identify if Side Hustling is right for you.
The profile of the ideal Side Hustler.
Reason The Side Hustle provides great advantages to beginning your new journey.
The one responsibility that ever Side Hustler must embrace.
How to make your limited time work for you to Side Hustle.
What Social Media Platform is a great resource to find support from like-minded Side Hustlers?
What Ray and Laiza have learned the most about their own adventures in Side Hustle.

You can also download Big Brother Ray’s Guide To The Side Hustle at Rays Podcast and Subscribe to Rays Podcast in iTunes or AudioBoom. And please send us feedback on this episode podcastrays@gmail.com.

Rays Podcast Episode 189: Your Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo returns with Latino Marketing Expert Arturo Nava. Collazo and Nava discuss the release of Arturo’s exciting new book Logra Tu Dream: How 50 Successful Latinos & Latinas Turned Their Dreams Into Reality. This book is a must read for anyone looking to achieve Their Dreams in life.

During this episode, you will learn about the 12 principles of success that Arturo identified in interviews with top Latino entrepreneurs. Also hear what the key value Nava believes is the anchor to Latino progress and as well as what ‘Si Se Puede’ truly means.

This episode is a call to all of our Rays of Light to write the book that is inside of them to serve others. Listen to Arturo’s invaluable advice on how to write the book of your dreams and why it is so important that you write the book that only you can share from your life’s unique experiences. They are also great tips from Arturo for those interested in self-publishing.

Buy the book Logra Tu Dream and listen to Arturo’s Logra Tu Dream Podcast for continued inspiration and mentorship.

For more Rays Podcast, check out your virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo at RaysPodcast.com.

Rays Podcast Episode 188: The Virtual Big Brother Ray Collazo is back with Creative Leadership expert David M. Castro. In part 1 of this conversation, The Author of Genership: Beyond Leadership Toward Liberating The Creative Soul shares the first two steps to building momentum everyday in your organizations.

Castro reveals the most important skill in modern systems landscape as well as what questions you must pose to reinforce the vision of your organization. Castro also explains what daily work priority you should ignore at all costs.

For more content that inspires, informs and entertains, check out more episodes of Rays Podcast with your virtual big brother Ray Collazo at Rays Podcast.

Rays Podcast returns with Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo, Co-Host Laiza Santos and special Guest Andre Del Valle of Nutshell Politics. Del Valle is a young activist who has created an App to help millenials access information on their local political process and candidates.

Ray, Laiza and Andre discuss how the Nutshell Politics App was born and how to get young people more involved in the political process. Listen to how anyone with an idea and ganas can get an App made, regardless of your technical background.

The Rays Podcast familia also discuss their many upcoming activities, including Del Valle's recent acknolwedgment as a top "Philadelpia Sexy Single," Laiza's burgeoning Social Media marketing career, Hispanicize, Periscope y much mas.

For more inspirational conversation with our Rays of Light, check out Rays Podcast Network.

Mad Mexican Episode 17: This week, the Mad Mexican Angel H. Rivera interviews guest Sandyha Nankani. The founder of The Literary Safari discusses her quest to educate all of the world's children and how her journey from Ghana to the Ivy League have impacted her life's mssion.

Nankani also shares how writing about domestic violence gave her clarity on her personal and career path.

And listen to where you can see Angel H. Rivera* this week! For more Mad Mexican Show***, check out Latino Sports Talk Radio.

Host Angel H. Rivera welcomes friend and activist Patricia Cortez to the Mad Mexican Radio Show. Patricia has an incredible personal story, starting her life as a child in San Antonio who is went onto to Princeton. Listen to how Patricia handled the culture shock to thrive in the Ivy League.

Cortez is also a world traveler. Listen to her favorite places across the globe and what it taught her about taking care of her native Texas.

Cortez is now taking on major environmental issues as the Executive Director of the Rio Grande International Study Center. Listen to how Cortez' life experiences prepared her ot take on the issue of Fracking and how it impacts our families everday.

Support Cortez, the RGISC and her event coming up this weeend to raise awareness of these critical Green issues to save Texas and the world.

For more from the mind of the Mad Mexican, check out Latino Sports Talk Radio!

The Mad Mexican Angel H. Rivera is joined this week by Actor "River" Dan Cibener. Dan discusses his experiences as a castmember on the iconic TV Show The Sopranos. Listen to what it was like to be apart of TV history.

Rivera and River reveal their Top 10 Best Forgotten Movies and what the Oscars need to change. Why is Dan nicknamed "River" and how did the Mad Mexican hustle Dan for so much money? For the best talk on pop culture, sports and all things geek, check out more Mad Mexican Radio at LatinoSportsTalk.com. Stay mad my friends...#MoveLikeAPanther.

The Mad Mexican Angel H. Rivera welcomes talented graphic designer and artist Ciro Casanova! Ciro and Angel discuss comic book babies, fun times at FAO Schwarz and the best non-Disney animated films of all time.

The Mad Mexican Angel H. Rivera is back to break down why the San Antonio Spurs are America's Team and how they will defeat the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA Playoffs.

The Mad Mexican is joined by Josh the Gill to discuss the hottest Latina Film Roles in Movie History. Will your favorite Latina in Hollywood make the list?

For more conversation on Sports, Pop Culture and All Things Geek, keep up with the Mad Mexican Radio Show at LatinoSportsTalk.com and on Twitter. Go Spurs Go!

Join the Mad Mexican Angel H. Rivera talk to San Antonio Comedy Legend Roy Lopez, Jr. as they discuss the soon to be champion San Antonio Spurs, Texas stand up comedy scene and the rapture that is San Antonio Fiesta!

Check out Mad Mexican Radio Show at Latino Sports Talk and keep conversation about Comedy, Pop Culture and his Spurs with the Mad Mexican.

Rays Latino Talk Podcast returns with guest Jerry Hauser of The Management Center. Hauser is a foremost authority on how Non-Profit organizations and Social Entrepreneurs can take their Good Intentions into Great Results. Rafael “Ray” Collazo and co-host David Castro of I-LEAD discuss with Jerry critical management tips to create an organizational culture that matches your mission and values. Jerry also describes a chapter in his incredible book “Managing To Change The World” where he shares insight on first steps to infuse Excellence throughout your organizations.

Hauser also shares his journey from a school teacher in Compton to founding The Management Center and living out his dream to helping leaders achieve their goals and aspirations.

Purchase Jerry Hauser’s “Managing To Change TheWorld” to learn more about getting great results for your socially conscious organization. Keep the conversation going with Rays Podcast about what you learned from this provocative conversation on management and the state of the non-profit sector on Web and Social Media.

The Mad Mexican Show on Latino Sports Talk Radio and Rays Podcast Network is back with Host Angel H. Rivera. Guests filmmaker Johnny Luna and buddies Scott Langford and George Hornberger talk about the real world of independent filmmaking. Want to get a film written, directed and made? Listen to Johnny.

The Mad Mexican also reveals the Manly Movie of The Week. Why did Angel resist wanting to like this classic? Keep the conversation going about filmmaking and the Mad Mexican world on Twitter and Facebook. Stay Mad My Friends!

Join the Mad Mexican Angel Hernandez Rivera and Comedy Savant Tripp Marsalis as they discuss how stand-up comedy has evolved and where it is headed. They also analyze one of the funniest movies ever for the Manly Movie of the Week.

Angel and Tripp also catch us up on the Houston Texans' offseason and why they will top the Colts in 2015.

Rays Podcast Movie Guru Angel Hernandez Rivera joins Host Ray Collazo to provide Latino Talk's Official Oscars' Predictions for 2015. Who are the real favorites to win the major awards? Is American Sniper destined to dominate the night? Angel reviews his keys for predicting the night's winners and shares who he feels is the biggest lock to win on Sunday night.

Let us know your predictions and thoughts on Rays Podcast Oscars Preview Show on Twitter @RaysPodcast or leave us a comment at RaysPodcast.com. http://www.RaysPodcast.com

One of the inspirations to the award winning documentary Underwater Dreams and feature film Spare Parts, Cristian Arcega shares how his group of friends beat students from MIT in a nationwide robotics competition with duct tape and a dream.

This journey was made even more complicated by the fact Cristian was a science star while being undocumented. Listen to Cristian's real life story building his dreams through spare parts and how he continues to move forward towards his goals of completing his education.

Support Cristian's newest dream on Crowdisimo.

The Compadre of Leadership, Author David M. Castro returns to challenge the leadership 'fallacies' we have been taught our whole lives. Also learn more what Castro's book Genership, 1.0 teaches us about authentic management strategies that taps into our collective creative energy.

Also learn about Castro's fascinating personal background. How did a Puerto Rican and Brit hook up and what would we name their child?

The Compadre of Leadership and Author David M. Castro visits Rays Podcast for Part 1 to show us how we need to go ‘beyond leadership’ to find the creative energy that makes great things happen. Learn how David discovered he was an incredibly successful person that had to change his life completely to be fulfilled. How can we all listen to our heart and transform our career to be 100% of ourselves every moment of our life?

Host Ray Collazo also announces his next public appearance at the Hispanicize Conference in Miami on March 20th. Hear what Collazo will be talking about and how Rays Podcast is leading the way on the next great opportunity for all of us to raise our voice in incredible ways.

Who needs the Golden Globes or the Oscars when you have the Crazy Mexican from SA Angel Hernandez Rivera providing his picks for top movies of 2014. Rays Latino Talk Podcast Movie expert gives us his official Top 10 Movies of 2014, his choices for worst movies as well as his selections for top supporting and lead actors. And what Latinos in Hollywood does Angel think really shined in 2014? Breakthroughs, drama, laughs, beauty and more on this star gazing edition of Rays Latino Talk Podcast!

Hispanic marketing guru and podcaster Arturo Nava of the Logra Tu Dream Podcast visits to share his journey to podcasting and business success. What can we learn from Arturo's journey from Mexico City to Harvard? How has Arturo's failures during the dot.com boom prepare him for his present expertise in online branding and marketing in the U.S. Latino market.

Listen to Arturo and Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo discuss their experiences as podcasters and what insights they have to share with Latinos and anyone interested in online business, podcasting and social media marketing. Nava and Collazo also discuss what they love about the Latino community of Chicago, including where you can find the best carne asada in the Chi!

Learn more about the Logra Tu Dream Podcast and what Hispanic entrepreneurs and other guests of Logra Tu Dream are teaching us all about going for your American Dream!

Support Arturo Nava and the Logra Tu Dream Podcast at http://www.logratudream.com and keep the conversation going about Latino marketing, online business and podcasting at http://www.RaysPodcast.com, on Twitter @RaysPodcast and email at podcastrays@gmail.com.

Hipatia Lopez of Empanada Fork visits Rays Latino Talk Podcast to share her journey from making Christmas dinner to award winning Latina businesswoman. How did an accountant invent a unique cooking utensil that solves the age old Latino cooking dilemma of how to fold an empanada? Hipatia breaks down how anyone can take their simple idea to become an invento with an official U.S. Patent. Hipatia also reveals how she taught herself the process of manufacturing and marketing the Empanada Fork or any product you may come up with.

Hipatia and host Ray Collazo discuss how they have used Social Media to build personal brands and identify like minded people who believe in the power of collaboration. Lopez and Collazo talk Jersey and shoutout Hipatia's Ecuadorian-American community.

Learn more about Hipatia Lopez and her incredible invention by checking out http://www.EmpandaFork.com and keep the conversation going on Twitter @empanadafork and @rayspodcast. Also check out more conversations with Rays of Light like Hipatia at http://www.RaysPodcast.com

Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss the aftermath of the Grand Jury decision in Ferguson to not indict Darren Wilson for the death of Michael Brown. What does this decision mean for Civil Rights? What can we all do to make positive change after this tragic incident? Elbert and Ray review how the announcement''s timing and subsequent reaction impact the ongoing debate on policing and building community where the culture of 'shoot to kill' will stop.

Let us know what you think of Rays Latino Talk analysis on Twitter @RaysPodcast and our website http://www.RaysPodcast.com

Best selling author Roberto Candelaria teaches us to fuel our dreams through corporate fundraising. Roberto reviews amazing tips from his book "Relationships Raise Money: A Guide to Corporate Sponsorships," including how non-profits can activate corporate revenue streams they may have thought were out of reach. Roberto also gives us insight on how we can utilize Crowdfunding to follow the dreams that we have always had in our hearts.

Learn more about this interview and Rays Latino Talk Podcast at http://www.RaysPodcast.com.

Educator and Travel Guru Eva Mendez visits Rays Podcast to discuss her journey from student who had 'too many accents' to teacher. What has teaching taught Eva the parent and how has parenting informed her teaching? Eva provides insight on what is really happening in America's classrooms and how we can all work towards Education Equity for our children.

Eva also owns her own Travel Agency and provides our Rays of Light some hot travel tips. Best beaches, all inclusives, destination weddings, hidden islands, cruises and more on Rays Podcast!

The Latinos Talk Politics 2014 Midterms Special continues with today's roundtable that includes Adriana Maestas, Melanie Mendez-Gonzales and Andres Ramirez. What is at stake for Latinos during this election cycle? And how should Latinos proceed towards advocating for Immigration Reform moving forward?

The roundtable gives up updates from coast to coast, including the rise of Latinas running for statewide offices. How are Leticia Van de Putte and Lucy Flores faring in their quest to become Lt. Governors in Texas and Nevada? What are some of the other hot races featuring Hispanic candidates in California, New Mexico, Texas, Florida and throughout the country to keep an eye on? And can Latinos impact which party will control the U.S. Senate?

Political Commentators Patricia Guadalupe and Julio Varela join Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo to discuss the 2014 Mid-Term Elections. What is at stake for Latinos on Tuesday? Will the Senate change hands and how would that impact President Obama's decision on Executive Action to address Immigration? The Boricua trio debate how voters should express their frustration with Republican inaction and Obama's delays.

Latinos Talk Politics also delves into some of the state races we should keep our eye on from Coast to Coast. And how does the crew grade the media coverage of this election season. Ebola, Isis, Bochinche, oh my! Check out this provocative edition of Rays Latino Talk Podcast, Latinos Talk Politics edition.

Nationally acclaimed speaker, motivational coach and diversity afficionado Juana Bordas shares what Latino culture teaches us about leadership. Bordas and Host Ray Collazo discuss her latest book "Power of Latino Leadership" that lays out the 10 principles that guide Latino leaders and our nation's future. Bordas also shares what she has learned from her incredible journey from immigrant to the Peace Corps to a leading thought leader on leadership and Latina empowerment. Support Juana Bordas and her book "Power of Latino Leadership" by visiting JuanaBordas.com.

Latina Cubicle Confidential's Dr. Maria G. Hernandez visits Rays Latino Talk Podcast to share how Latinas can smash the corporate glass ceiling into a million pieces. What you will learn on this insightful edition of Rays Latino Talk Podcast with consultant, trainer and entrepreneur Dr. Maria G. Hernandez.

One quick tip on how to prioritize decisions that is life changing and you can implement now!
How to best 'put yourself out there' to position for the job promotion or other career opportunity that best matches your skills, experience and passions.
What a personal "Board of Advisors" looks like and how your personal boardmembers can elevate your decision making power and strategic thinking.
Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Dr. Maria Hernandez provide examples on networking and collaboration that can take your life and career to a whole other level.

Happy Someone's Ralph Quintero went from being a 12 year old DJ to highly successful business executive to entrepreneur. Ralph Q shares howtwo wordshave driven his incredible accmplishments and how to harness to power of "Being Happy" to live the life you were meant to share with the world. Learn more of Ralph's great business and personal lessons on this joyous edition of Rays Latino Talk Podcast.

Have you ever thought "If I only knew then what I know now?" Well, Rays Latino Talk Podcast today reveals the 5 traits that can cutthe line of life by 25 years. Embrace these life lessons to become your 100% that much faster.

Rene Perez Joglar AKA Residente of Calle 13 shares his biggest life lessons and provocative opinions on the latest political and sports headlines. Catch Calle 13 perform on Saturday, September 27 at Merriam Theater in Philadelphia.

Host of DevLatino Podcast and technology/social media thought leader Jason Mazier shares his message of taking action and the power of podcasting to network with like-minded people. Ray and Jason talk state of Latinos in online entrepeurship and techology space. How can anyone tap into their own talents to create a high profile brand online? Get inspired by marketing expert, podcaster and Rays Podcast "young fella" Jason Mazier of Mazier Media.

Elsie Escobar is a thought leader in podcasting who brings unbound energy to motherhood, yoga & Instagram! Elsie brings us into her paradoxical world between tech and holistic living on this edition of Rays Latino Talk Podcast.

Social Entrepreneur Jose Huitron of Crowdismo explains how Crowdfunding can provide us access to the capital to grow your dream business. Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo and "Dr. J" share how "Possibility Thinking" can empower "Latino Genius Everywhere." Huitron and Collazo discuss how to take advantage of this "Goden Age of Storytelling" to gain great wealth from the power of your personal journey and passions. Learn more about how Crowdismo can help you raise money for your business startup. Embrace the "urgency of now" and shine your Ray of Light!

Rafael "Ray" Collazo analyzes President Obama's decision to delay Executive Action on Immigration until at least the November Mid-Term Elections and addresses the question "Does Obama Care About Latinos?"

Tocayo's Rafael Alvarez & Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo discuss the death of "Aye Bendito" and the keys to Latino leadership and community empowerment in 2014 over tortas.

Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Laiza Santos announce the 7 Steps from being broke to your dream job and great riches. Collazo discusses the blessing of this challenge we have been presented in these difficult financial times. Learn how your natural skills to network, be creative and just hustle can lead to the career or business you can build for yourself starting today!

Also hear the big announcement about how you can enjoy the "best of Rays Podcast" wherever you are while receiving bonus resources to help you move towards immense greatness!

Producers of Negrita Documentary Magdalena Albizu & Ingrid Matias discuss importance of Negrita, a positive AfroLatina identity and why "pelo malo" must go!

The round table gets in on the World Cup action with guests Rafael Noboa and Jose Moreno.

The round table gets together to discuss the first week of the World Cup action and delve into what fans could expect before the knockout round.

The round table discusses the end of the year for the NHL and NBA, get into the approaching NBA draft and free agency periods, mention Clayton Kershaw's no-hit performance, and remember Mr. Padre Tony Gwynn.

Ray Collazo is joined by Abe Amoros to analyze what Eric Cantor's stunning loss means to Latinos. Rays Podcast also salutes the Borinqueneers CGM Alliance for their lesson in Latino organizing.

The guys talk about the World Cup, NBA Finals and the coaching carousel, Stanley Cups Finals, Cotto vs Martinez, and California Chrome.

CoolSpeak Joey Negron shares how he persevered past life's most incredible challenge to "Step Up" to service others. Listen to Joey's uplifting story to embrace your one second & change a life today.?????

The round table unites for NBA Finals game 1 recap, Stanley Cup game 1, Cotto vs Martinez, the MLB draft, and their rants.

The round table gets together with special guests to give NBA fans a 2014 Finals preview between the San Antonio Spurs and the Miami Heat.

Come celebrate #ChingonaFest with blogger and LATINA advice columnist Pauline Campos. The AspiringMama explains importance of owning language & how to keep a loca from your man!

The round table discusses the MLB divisions rapid fire style and share a short list of Latino players who have impressed thus far.

The round table takes another look at NBA playoffs before the Finals begin, NHL playoffs before Stanley Cup Finals, Triple Crown possibilities, and share rants.

The round table welcomes special guest Rafael Noboa y Rivera for some soccer perspective around the globe and in the U.S.

The round table gets together to talk about the first week of the conference finals and react to the controversial comments made by Mark Cuban.

Melanie Mendes-Gonzalez of QueMeansWhat.com shares how an identity crisis led to her social media content brand. Learn how to become a "brand ambassador" & what's hot in San Antonio. Fiesta!

Telemundo-Wash. DC's Moises Linares joins the Collazo brothers to analyze the NBA Playoffs, the Wizards chances, the underachieving Nationals, Nene, Bryce Harper, DC United & the hottest girlfriend in DC sports.

Jose Alonso aka MachFu of Fu Schnickens shares the Power of Positive Energy. LatinaVIDA has special opportunity for Latinas in North Texas & Collazo's analysis of the recent SCOTUS decision against Affirmative Action. ?????????????????????????????????????

Cid Wilson helps you find your reason with tips on embracing your passion. Wilson & Host Ray Collazo also discuss Black/Latino relations, immigration reform, networking & why Wilson wakes up so early.

"Papi" Commentator Elbert Garcia provides tips on helping your child manage new experiences and maximizing your time together. Papi's also discuss Parent Engagement in education & My Brother's Keeper Project.

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo discusses changing the world with your message with Carlos Ojeda, Jr., actor April Lee Hernandez & wrestler Zach Gowen of CoolSpeak. Learn how to to turn hardship & mess into forgiveness and POWER.

The madness of this week - March Madness, the new Miguel Cabrera contract and the release of DeSean Jackson

Latino Sports Talk previews the 2014 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. March Madness is officially here. Who's overated? Who got snubbed? What are the Latino ballers to watch for in the tournament? All this and more as the crew makes their picks.

Latino Talk that changes your life. Host Ray Collazo unveils principles #3 & #4 of Rays Podcast, including how to be Lebron James of your own life. Plus, check out new theme song!

On the cusp of March Madness and a new baseball season, the LatinoSportsTalk fellas take a look at the drama that salary caps, player evaluations and owner egos are having in the NBA and NFL.

NFL Combine are you a Clowney or Manziel guy? NBA 4 point shot, really? Daytona 500 Blasphemy - Is Junior Overhyped? And more Latino Sports Talk for weekend of 2/28.

The tables are turned as Latino Talk's Founder Ray Collazo is interviewed by Guest Host Abe Amoros on why he began Rays Podcast and the secrets to freeing ourselves to become our true 100%.

The Civil Rights Movement, the Rainbow Coalition and President Obama, Black History has greatly impacted Latinos. Listen to what Latinos have learned from and contributed to Black Political history.

"The Branding Muse" Emmelie De La Cruz joins Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo to discuss how Latinos can tap into their strengths to build an incredible brand that matches your own greatness!

The Jonathan Martin Saga from a Miami Dolphins fan perspective. Miami Super Fan, Alex Easdale lets us know what how people in South Florida are feeling about this drama. Can't let African-American History Month come to an end without talking about the d

Award winning mystery writer Richie Narvaez discusses his journey to a successful literary career. Listen to Richie's insights on his creative process, the business of mystery writing, "Roachkiller & Other Stories," & beautiful iguanas.?????????????A?????

Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo & Abe Amoros recap the week in Latino Politics. Analysis of hot elections impacting Latinos from the Gas Lamp District to Brick City; latest on Bridgegate, Immigration Reform & 2016 Presidential handicapping. ???????????????????

Latinas Represent on Latinos Talk Politics: Marni Allen of LatinasRepresent.org discusses the alarming lack of Latina elected officials. Listen to the challenges our Latinas face & how Latinas Represent is supporting Latina leaders to run coast to coast.

Valentine's Day love for Derek Jeter and love for the NBA greats of the past and present. The crew throws down their Mt. Mushmore of Basketball. The also give out some mid-season awards in the NBA with some predictions for the 2nd half. The week that wa

Writer & 'Aspiring Mama' Pauline Campos visits Rays Podcast to discuss the power of self-worth & her top teaching moments that stress upon her daughter the power of being 'chingona.'

Rays Podcast Valentine's Week Edition! Listen to Michelle Lopez of GeekyLatina.com present her top Valentine's Day Gift ideas for the tech savvy Latina in your life! Michelle & Hosts Ray & Laiza also discuss gift buying tips & how to stay warm in Chicago!

Super Bowl recap. Why was the crew so wrong on their predictions of a Broncos? Too much made of one game? Is Pete Carroll an elite coach? The Seahawks defense greatest of all time? Peyton Manning legacy tarnished? NBA trade talks, the travesty of the

Chef Ronaldo Linares shares his top recipes and advice to make Valentine's Day extra romantic with sazon! Also listen to Ronaldo's Super Bowl spread and predictions for the big game!??????????????????????????????????????n

Latino Sports Talk crew breakdown the Super Bowl Game between the Broncos and the Seahawks. Recap of the winners of the Baseball Winter Leagues in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela and Domincan Republic. NHL games in baseball stadiums - good or bad concept

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo & Political Commentator Rudy Lopez discuss the State of the Union, Republican House principles and updates on the Fast for Families campaign.

America loves a villian and Richard Sherman is the latest. Is the hate justified? Why does tennis get no love in America? Can the Miami Heat turn it back on? Recaps of the NFL Championship games.

Love Guru Sujeiry Gonzalez visits Rays Podcast to provide 'straight talk' on relationships. Hear more about her new book "Love Trips: A Collection of Relationship Stumbles" and Valentine's Day tips for couples and all our sexy singles!

Ray Collazo & Abe Amoros discuss how scandals of Governors Christie & Bob McDonnell impact 2016 Presidential sweepstakes. Latest on Republican Immigration Reform messaging & David Alvarez' quest to be Mayor of San Diego.

Rays Podcast interviews animator and content producer Jim Lujan about his 2013 that included a getting "Green Lighted" for both a Movie AND a TV Show the same year! Listen to Lujan give some critical tips on putting yourself in a position to 'get lucky' and get opportunities to get green lit. Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo also reflects on the legacy of MLK to Latinos today.

Danny Rivero AKA @TooMuchMe talks about how we can harness the power of people to take action through conversation. Rivero also discusses his 2013 Political Review Rap Song that became a viral classic & what makes Miami just TOO MUCH!

Dan Le Batard a crazy latino or a man with justified beef against Baseball HOF voting. Recap of the Wild Card Weekend did the Chiefs choke or Luck rise to the occasion. Are we headed to another Manning/Brady Bowl? Which teams and players are on the ris

Animator and graphic novelist Jules Rivera visits Rays Podcast to discuss how fundamentals and perserverance are keys to success in the creative arts and any professional. Listen to Jules and Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Laiza Santos talk about her latest graphic novel Misfortune High and her tips for a successful campaing on KickStarter.

Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo & Abe Amoros discuss the War on Poverty Anniversary's significance, the good and ugly sides of Gov. Christie & Latino political history in Boston. Congratulations to NYC City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito. Lati

Ai-Jen Poo & Andrea Mercado of the National Domestic Workers Alliance discuss the state of domestic workers & how Latinas are overcoming incredible obstacles to lead immigrants and workers to policy gains while teaching all of us profound life lessons.???

When you keep saying successful people are "up there," then where does that leave you? How does the "Star F**ker" mentality hold us back from our own life calling and in politics? Listen to 5 Keys to becoming the leading star performer

Standup Comedian and Film Buff Angel Hernandez Rivera visits Rays Podcast to provide his take on the year in Movies and his Top 10 Films of 2013.

Rays Podcast Begins 2014 with Hosts Rafael Collazo, Laiza Santos and Jennifer Rodriguez discussing how the lessons of 2013's Rays of Light will help all of us Re-invent ourselves in 2014. Standup comedian Erik Rivera calls in to discuss how his motto "Laughs or Die" guides his career. Catch Erik Rivera at the American Comedy Club in San Diego this weekend!

Enjoy this special New Years' Eve edition of Rays Podcast with the Latino Comics. Join Jim Lujan, Ricardo Padilla and Javier Hernandez chat about their 2013 Highlights from the Latino Comics Expo & green lighted projects like Revengeance. And who's partyi

Recap of the Maidana/Broner fight. Review of the NFL week 15 games including the Cowboys collapse against the Packers. We also make our picks for the big games in Week 16. In NBA news is this the end for Kobe and review the upcoming Christmas day games.

RP146: Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo talks about what learning from watching the play of Eagles QB Nick Foles and the fans' reactions to his success. How do we overcome our life 'slot' to achieve beyond expectations and what does Foles' success teach us about our responsibility to be 100% true to yourself and to serve others?

RP145: Social Media Innovators Adriana Maestas, Jason Llorenz & J.D. Cantu join discuss the legacy of Nelson Mandela to Latinos. What do leaders like Mandiba & Pope Francis teach Latinos about conviction & keeping it real? Also latest on Budget Deal in Wa

RP144: 2013 Year in Pop Culture Review Show with Mia Mendez of Hot 107.9FM. Mia dishes on hottest stories, best music, celebs going wild and who inspired Mia to develop her own performance? Latinos Talk JT, JLO, AMA's, LiLo, Jay-Z, Zoe, F&F, Miley and mor

RP141: Dr. Helen Troncoso, Eileen Fuentes & Chef Ronaldo Linares join for Part II of "Latino Reinvention." Panel share the personal challenges that led to their journey to Wellness & being Cancer free. Chef Ronaldo also shares incredible Christm

RP140: Abigail Collazo joins Latinos Talk Politics for Latino analysis of the agreement with Iran & the latest on Immigration Reform. Abigail also details her recent organizing victory to gain justice for a rape victim. Giving Thanks & Talking Karaoke on

RP138: Latinos Talk Politics calls out Speaker Boehner's appalling leadership on Immigration & ENDA. Guest Tannia Esparza announces a victory for women's rights in ABQ, NM & Latinos nationwide. Support Fast4Families & congrats to Daniel Alvarez in San Die

RP137: Dario Collado of Harvard's Latino Leadership Institute shares essential leadership lessons for today's Hispanic students. How does "sending the elevator down" drive Collado's improbable & inspiring journey from barrio to Harvard.

RP136: Dr. Maria Hernandez shares essentials for Latinas to gain access to the corporate boardroom. A Silicon Valley executive & Founder of LatinaVIDA, Dr. Hernandez explains how Latinas can lean in for career & personal success. ?????????????????????????

Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez visits LatinoSportsTalk.com to review the 2013 season & baseball's hottest topics. This Latino Sports Legend also analyzes the greatness of Big Papi, Carlos Beltran & Yadier Molina & the future of baseball in Puerto Rico.

RP134: Latina Educator, Activist, Mother & Traveler Mayra Arroyo proves Latinas CAN HAVE IT ALL! Listen to what inspires Mayra to pursue ALL of her dreams. Listen to what have her daughter & students taught her about honesty & integrity.

RP133: Latinos Talk Elections! Analysts Fernand Amandi & Daniel Munoz discuss how Chris Christie's big victory, the swing Latino Vote in Virginia & local elections like the San Diego Mayor's race impact Latinos around the country.

RP130: Tabatha Castro of The Castro Firm shares how tenaciousness led her from a Brooklyn kid to a lawyer in Delaware. Castro provides a plethora of personal wisdom, conflict resolution inspirational quotes on this visionary edition of Rays Podcast.

RP129: NBC Latino's Nina Terrero visits Rays Podcast to share her empowering message: "If You Believe it, You Can Receive It." Listen to Nina also dish out hottest Latino Entertainment news with Hosts Laiza & Jennifer!

RP128: Special Guests Leni Gonzalez, Yvonne Gutierrez & Patricia Guadalupe join Latinos Talk Politics to discuss why Virginia Governor's race impacts us all. Also, latest on Wendy Davis, Houston & Conservatives for Immigration Reform.

Latino Sports Talk NBA Preview: Listen to "The Mad Mexican" Angel Hernandez Rivera, "The Dominican Baller" Jorge Martinez & "Baby Man Child" Andrew Lozoya provide a complete NBA Preview. Are the Miami Heat primed for a three-peat? Can anyone else challenge Miami in the East? Who will be representing the West in the NBA Finals? Are the Spurs & Nets too old? Are the Clippers, Rockets, Warriors or Wizards ready to take the next step up? Picks of MVP, Rookie of the Year and more on Latino Sports Talk!

RP127: Oh So Pinteresting's Cynthia Sanchez visits Rays Podcast to discuss her journey from nursing to successful online entrepreneur. Cynthia shares valuable advice on Pinterest for business success & raising two sets of twins!

Latino Soccer Talk: ESPN FC's Andrea Canales & "Argentine" Alex Easdale join Jorge Martinez to discuss hottest Latino Soccer issues. Can El Tri finally qualify for the World Cup? What Latin American Teams will shine in Brazil 2014? Analysis of

Edinson Diaz & Jose Ponce discuss the keys to Game 3 & the rest of the World Series. Will the Cardinals' young pitching or the Red Sox bats be the difference? Is Big Papi & Allen Craig's gloves ready to take the field? Answers & Predictions from Latinos S

RP126: Paranormal Housewives Dr. Kirsten Thorne & Marsha Covert Garcia join Laiza & Ray to discuss ties between Latinos, their spirituality and love ones that have past away. Listen to this provocative discussion on faith, family and culture on Rays Podca

RP125: Abe Amoros & Rafael Collazo discuss impact of ACA Roll-out glitches, Presidential leadership, Government Shutdown Aftermath & Immigration Reform on Latinos Talk Politics. Why are Ted Cruz & Cristobal Alex newsworthy for very different reasons?

RP124: Latina Comedy Duo Wendy Mateo "short one" & Lorena Diaz "tall one" AKA "Dominizuelan" entertain us with their unique style of "defiant" comedy. Listen to Dominizuelan's journey to Chicago improv comedy & a hi

RP123: Guests Patricia Guadalupe & Dr. Jaime Regalado join Latinos Talk Politics to discuss Latino perspective on Government "Showdown." Where's the leadership to move our economy & Immigration Reform? Latest on California & Virginia Politics on

RP122: Host Rafael Collazo presents Part II of Latino Public Speaking Tips. Listen to how your public speaking WHY, message, substance & just listening are the foundation for sharing your unique message to serve others! So what's an elevator speech? Latin

RP121: Lalo Alcaraz visits Rays Podcast to share his perspective on Columbus Day. How do Americans celebrate a holiday honoring an explorer that fostered genocide & enslavement? And how did Italian-Americans get stuck with Chris? Listen to Lalo!

Latino Sports Talk: Baseball League Championship Preview with #1 Dodger Fan George Lopez & Hosts Rene Gomez & Danny Vega. Keys for Dodgers, Cardinals, Red Sox & Tigers to win in all? Who does panel think will win it all? Puig, Cabrera, Tigers, Oh My! Lati

LatinoSportsTalk.com: Sacramento Bee Columnist Marcos Breton visits Latino Sports Talk to analyze MLB League Championship Series, Puig Mania & the Oakland A's latest Game 5 letdown. Legendary Latino baseball writer Marcos Breton on Latino Sports Talk!

RP120: Emmy nominated TV Reporter Nefertiti Jaquez digs deep to enlighten the #RaysOfLight with her personal message of Inspiration. Jaquez teaches lessons to overcome challenges & empower through mentorship & community service.

RP119: Political & Labor Strategist Lizette Delgado-Polanco analyzes the New Jersey Senate & Gubernatorial races & how Gov. Christie gets a grade "F" from Latinos. Latinas in labor, immigration advocacy & leadership on Latinos Talk Politics.

RP118: J.D. Cantu & Scott Lumley join Rays Podcast to discuss the "awakening" that led to founding Hispanic News Online. Listen to J.D. & Scott's message of empowerment, positivity, networking y que es un Flipboard on Rays Podcast!

RP117: Lanugo Founders Carla Curiel & Roberto Castro join Rays Podcast to discuss the power of imparting our culture & language to our children. Carla & Roberto share lessons of business, familia, values & refranes through the world of Lanugo.????????????

RP116: Juan Diego Ramirez visits Rays Podcast to discuss El Toro, his newest short film that combines the elements of powerful Latino storytelling: culture, relationships, Immigration & familia. Listen to Juan's inspiring journey to Hollywood sucess.

RP115: Randy Parraz joins Latinos Talk Politics to ignite Latinos to lash back at Tea Party forces that have hijacked our government & families future. The latest from Arizona includes Sheriff Arpaio getting a babysitter...Finally! #Latino Talk Informs, I

RP114: Rev. Melinda Sanchez & Maritza Alston provide their lessons servicing others during the New Jersey Hispanic Leadership Summit. From faith based organizing, to Latina mentorship, Maritza and Rev. Melinda share essential lessons for a stronger commun

RP113: Latinos Talk Education Featuring Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Conde-Frasier. The Dean of Esperanza College provides keys to Latino student excellence & how Latinos are taking control of their own Higher Education Future. Latinos Talk Education Through Faith

RP112: Fior Hernandez of Univision Channel 65 in Philadelphia & Yolanda Jimenez-Colon of Nikao Communications discuss lessons learned from modern Media landscape, Latino story-telling and New Jersey Latinos. Over 1 Million and strong!

AFC North Bengals, Steelers, Browns, Ravens & Baseball Wrap-up

RP101: Executive Chef Kelvin Fernandez Visits Rays Podcast on Casual Fridays to discuss his passions and inspirations for Cooking! What makes Kelvin the hottest, youngest Executive Chef in NYC & listen to the EXCLUSIVE NEWS on Kelvin's newest project! Lis

RP109: Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo & brother Michael Collazo discuss the lessons their mother & Latina Activist Sonia Collazo has taught them over her decades of service. Listen to the Power of Culture, Action, Peace & Decency on Rays Podcast.

RP108: CEO & Creator of "Mi Vida Tec" Rosa Victoria Alonso empowers Latinos through accessing the tools that technology provides to help us be more of ourselves. Rosa also provides an update from LATISM Conference on how Latinos are organizing o

Baseball pennant races talking Pirates, Rangers, Rays, Reds and Indians. NFC West recap - Rams, Cards, 49ers and Seahawks. Juan Pablo Montoya and Nascar coverage.

RP107: Artistic Director of Gifted Souls Dance Company Rocky Quinones joins Casual Fridays to talk about DANCE! Rocky talks about how he developed his distinct Salsa/Hip-Hop style, his vision that led him to choreography & the life lessons of the ups & do

RP106: Latinos Talk Politics Edition. Boston Journalist Alberto Vassallo III joins Hosts Abe Amoros & Rafael Collazo to discuss where Gun Control debate stands after latest tragedy; how Debt Ceiling impacts Latinos & how Hispanics are changing face of Bos

RP104: Founder of Amigapreneur.com Jacqueline Diaz shines her #RayOfLight to teach how getting uncomfortable in the pursuit of happiness leads to great business success. Starting as a single mother in a group home, Jacqueline has changed her life and will

Latino Sports Talk: Mayweather/Canelo, NFL, FIFA World Cup Qualifying, Mexican National Team & So Much More

RP103: Style & Beauty Expert Mercedes Sanchez joins us on Casual Fridays to report the latest from New York Fashion Week & the hottest trends for the Fall! The Founder of BeChicMag.com talks to Laiza Santos & Rafael Collazo about Mondo Boots, chunky sweat

RP102: Lia Parada & Rudy Lopez join Hosts Abe Amoros & Rafael Collazo to provide status update on Immigration Reform. Is the House going on move on a Bill with a Pathway in 2013? How do Latinos feel about Syria conflict? Latest on Colorado Recall, Cali po

RP101: Five Steps Latinos Can Take Today To Get Your New Career/Business Kickstarted in just days. Host Rafael Collazo lays out a holistic roadmap that includes research, networking and structured reflection that doesn't cost a thing!

RP100: The Centennial Edition of Rays Podcast Features 10 Essential Lessons To Change Your Life Today! Host Rafael Collazo lays out how Rays Of Light have Informed & Inspired all of us to Be The Boss of Our Own Lives NOW! #Grateful

Rays Latina Voices: Host Sonia Troche & Guest Valerie Reyes-Braun of Parents Step Ahead Share Latina Essentials for Successful Parenting & Child Engagement. Hear Valerie's powerful lessons of parent involvement & her pick for best Tapas place in Dallas!

Preview of the AFC East talking Jets, Patriots, Bills and Dolphins, Baseball pennant races talking Red Sox, Yankees, Rays, Pirates, A's and previewing this week's World Cup qualifiers.

RP99: Casual Fridays on Rays Podcast with Guests Laiza Santos & Jennifer Rodriguez. Latinos Talk new casts of 50 Shades & DWTS, Khloe/Lamar drama, Fergie & Eddie Murphy...Eddie?? Listen for big announcement on how you can be on Rays Podcast!

RP87: Acclaimed Poet, Spoken Word Artist & Teacher Joaquin Zihuatanejo inspires children & all of us to "Lean Into Words." Joaquin delivers his compelling personal journey from East Dallas to the stage with Maya Angelou through the love of his a

Latino Sports Talk special podcast focused on fantasy football with William Del Pilar @wdelpilar. William is co-founder and help built KFFL.com now know as yahoo sports fantasy football. Podcast hosted by Jorge Martinez @DRUSABaller along with our Eagles correspondent, Andy Albaladejo @tzr215 and Rays Podcast founder, Rafael Collazo @collazophilly. We cover William's success story and how he got started in commercializing fantasy football but then we cover ins & outs of fantasy football. Who are the sleeper pickers? Who's overated? What are the classic drafting mistakes?

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Episode #13: Latino Sports Talk features AFC West Preview with fans Rico P (Raiders), Aaron Ledesma (Chiefs), Angel Rivera (Broncos) & Jorge Martinez (Chargers). Rays Sports guys discuss Dodgers, Mainzel, Concussions & Canelo/Mayweather. ????????????????

Episode #96: Latino Real Talk with Hosts Laiza Santos & Rafael Collazo with special guest Mia Mendez of Hot 107.9FM. Casual Fridays talking Miley Cyrus, the VMA's, Cheap Dates and what's a "Mia Jam?" LatinoRealTalk.com part of RaysPodcastNetwork

Episode #95: Guest Pedro Cortes & Host Abe Amoros discuss the legacy of MLK to Latinos on this 'Latinos Talk Politics' Edition of Rays Podcast. Cortes also shares leadership lessons from his humbling journey from poverty in Puerto Rico to becoming PA's fi

Episode #94: Sonia Troche joins Host Rafael Collazo to Discuss Business Start Up Lessons for Latinos Ready to Start a Business & Change Their Life Today! Rafael & Sonia also talk Parental School Involvement and Summer Vacation Stories!

Lupita Colmenero immigrated to Dallas, TX from Mexico looking for her missing brother. This incredible journey led to founding El Hispano News & Parents Step Ahead. Join Rays Latina Voices Host Sonia Troche & Lupita Share and Inspire. / ?????????????????

Episode #93: Host Rafael Collazo Unveils the Essentials to Becoming the Ultimate Latino Networker you were meant to be! Be Memorable to connect with like minded people who are feeling your Passion to Be Your True 100%! Collazo also previews the rest of th

This week we have the Dominican Baller, Jorge Martinez (@DRUSABAller), co-host the Mad Mexican from SA, Angel Hernandez and guest host Andy Albaladejo (@Tzr215) from Philly. The main topic of discussion is a preview of the NFC east which covers Romo, RGIII, Eli Manning and Michael Vick. On the baseball from is Yasiel Puig out of control or just paasionate? Allen Iverson retires this week a look back from a Philly fan perspective. Can't stop talking about A-Rod even though we are tired of it.

Episode #92: Jose Cabrera had a decision to make when he saw friends cooking crack as a kid. Jose followed his heart away from the streets and towards "The Art of Giving." Listen to Jose's journey to acclaimed artist AND therapist for at-risk La

Episode #91: Abe Amoros Joins Rafael Collazo to provide latest news on Latino political battles for Immigration Reform & Voting Rights as well as analyze Hillary Clinton's reappearance on the Political stage. LatinosTalkPolitics.com on Rays Podcast Networ

Episode #89: Romantic Crushes are exciting, scary & mysterious, just like Public Speaking. Listen to hear Rays Podcast 5 Latino Public Speaking Tips so you can take your career to the next level and be your true 100%. Rays Podcast: Latino Talk that Inform

Episode #88: Acclaimed Hip-Hop Artist Mario "Planetary" Collazo of Outerspace reacts to the buzz started by Kendrick Lamar's latest verse. What does this rap battle mean to Hip-Hop's future? The Hip-Hop Philosopher also talks MCHG & Jay-Z's Life

Which latinos from the 90's and 2000's deserve to make the HOF? How about the current players? What about the roids guys like Manny and A-Rod?

Episode #87: Overcome Fear Through Tapping into your Faith. Rafael Collazo explains how his Rays Of Light taught him the value of trusting our faith to be fulfilled, happy and your true 100%! ?????????????????

Episode #86: Entrepreneur & Business Management Trainer Raymond Lamboy provides quick tips for Latino Business Start-ups. Great insight for entrepreneurs scared to start or business owners who want to take it to the next level while giving back.

Episode #85: Advocate Ricardo Padilla Shares his Love for Latinos & how he turned a dream into the Latino Comics Expo. Padilla shares how life as true Californio taught him this passion for our Culture and Helping Others. Padilla also schools us on Latino

Episode #84: Host Rafael Collazo discusses what his years of organizing in Newark, NJ taught him, partially by observing the political career of Mayor & Senate candidate Cory Booker. @CollazoPhilly challenges paradigms, calls out incompetence & reveals w

This week with our host Jorge Martinez, Angel Rivera and guest Rafael Collazo. Recap of the week that was including updates on Aaron Hernandez and Riley Cooper. Discussion on implications of Biogenesis scandal. A-Rod suspension fair or not. NCAA should student athletes get paid.

Episode #83: Political Operative & Blogger Abigail Collazo @LeftStandingUp Teaches her Life Lessons that started as a 14 year old national activist. The Collazo's talk importance of our values, being Yourself, Power of Social Media, #Respect & #Kindness o

Episode #82: Artist & Educator Javier Hernandez discusses how he took an idea to unite Hispanic Artists to create the Latino Comics Expo. Hernandez informs & inspires with his message of following your passion through hard work, which includes his own ful

Episode #81: #RayOfLight Abe Amoros reflects on how his Hispanic parents' "Assumption of Excellence" & "Commitment to Respect" led him to a career as a nationally recognized Political & Media Strategist. From the Projects to City Counc

Episode #80: Pop Culture Anthropologist Tanisha Love Ramirez teaches us the Power of Trading Fear for #Effit. Tanisha & Host Jennifer Rodriguez discuss their take on #DeviousMaids #DiabetesAwareness #Kimye & get Host Rafael Collazo to confess! #LatinoTalk

Episode #79: Build Your Latino Dream Team. Host Rafael Collazo Shares his 5 Strategies for Assembling a Winning Team he learned from organizing historic Latino Vote campaigns with incredibly diverse teams. #HonorTheirWhy #Acknowledgement #Listen #MoralLea

Episode #9 of Latino Sports Talk talking about Riley Cooper, Commissioner Roger Goodell and an ode to Coach Bill Parcells.

Health activist Ninfa Quiroz discusses importance of Diabetes prevention in Latino community. Ninfa candidly shares her journey from a family riddled with illness to healthier lifestyles through focus on nutrients. Quiroz also updates us how she educates

Latina Activist Yvonne Gutierrez shares her perspective on how the latest news out of Texas impacts Latina Civil Rights. The health and economic futures of Hispanic women are at stake & Yvonne discusses what we can all do to defend their rights on this im

Latino Sports Talk - episode 8 talking about A-Rod, Steroids, Ryan Braun and the start of NFL training camps.

Executive Director of La Fuente in New York City Lucia Gomez teaches us how to harness our Latino Power by taking it to the streets. Learn successful Latino mobilizing strategies as well as best practices on balancing your passion while being the best mot

Episode #76: Guests Paola Lopez, Crystal Garcia & Ernesto Mejia discuss holistic approaches to Latino College Success and why its marvelous to be Latina. Enjoy this provocative discussion amongst rising Rays Of Light Ernesto Mejia & our new friends from t

Episode #74: Making Latino History EVERYDAY with Carmen Lopez & Dr. Alberto Lopez Pulido at NCLR Conference in New Orleans. The Lopez family shares the POWER we have through Voting, Learning from each other & Low-Riders! Join Rays Podcast from the NCLR Co

Rays Latina Voices, Episode #4: NALEO Texas Director Claudia Ortega-Hogue joins Host Sonia Troche to discuss how her incredible journey from Mexico to Oklahoma led a career in Hispanic Empowerment. Hear how Latinas acquire the power we need to live out

Episode #73: Jennifer Martinez of SMart Family Fitness Talks Latino Fitness, What Else? Martinez provides Latino families summer healthy eating tips & also checks-in with her most challenging student, Host Rafael Collazo, on his new Fitness routine. Colla

Episode #72: Latina Educator Marilyn Martinez Demands Greatness from our Children. Latina School Superintendent Explains The Importance of LISTENING to our Children to create a complete educational experience Martinez wants for every child. #LatinoEducationTalk: Subscribe to Rays Podcast on iTunes, Sticher or Soundcloud!

Episode #71: #LatinoAnimationTalk with Award Winning Latino Animator Jim Lujan & Guest Host Sandra Mazier. Jim teaches us to enjoy the journey as its own reward as well as some great networking tips. @Jim Lujan also announces his new TV Show Master Freak

Episode #70: @RaysPodcast Panelists Abigail Collazo, Laiza Santos & Elbert Garcia reflect on what #Zimmerman acquittal means to #Latinos & Society. Gripping discussion on #Justice #Racism #Power & #Respect. @LeftStandingUp also briefs us on latest #TXLege

Episode #2: Decisions, Decisions. Host Sonia Troche @RaysLatinaVoice Responds to #TXLege Abortion Ban & #Zimmerman Decisions. Sonia calls on #Latinas to respond by taking on increased leadership. Rays Latina Voice: #LatinaTalk Podcast Connecting, Sharing

Episode #6: Rays Sports: #LatinoSportsTalk Host Jorge Martinez Provides his Mid-Season Latino Baseball Awards. Our weekly sports roundup includes #MLB #NBA #GoldCup and calling out our predictions on last week's UFC. Rafael Collazo advises Danny Garcia to

Episode #69: Building a Latino Legacy with Cid Wilson. A child of Dominican immigrants to top Wall Street Financial Analyst and Advisor to President Obama, Wilson shares how he overcame stuttering to career success & personal growth. Listen to be your b

Episode #66: Real #LatinoTalk on becoming the lead actor in the movie of your life. Stop being #George Lopez, PUSH to be #GeorgeClooney. Hot 107.9FM's Mia Mendez teaches us to find our inner #EvaLongoria!

'Ask a Mexican' author Gustavo Arellano visits Rays Podcast to discuss owning language, wearing 'illegal' & Orange County. Gustavo also dumps on Dwight Howard & where to get the best tacos in Santa Ana! #RaysPodcast #LatinoTalk is Our Thing!

Rays Podcast, Episode #67: Guest Host Jennifer Rodriguez @jennergy_writes joins Host Rafael Collazo to discuss Taking Action to Forge Your Own Path & Serve the Community. Our #LatinaLit Commentator also discusses the importance of Literature in her life &

Rays Latina Voices with Sonia Troche: Real #LatinaTalk that Connects, Shares & Inspires Latinas Through Community, Culture & Faith. Twitter: @RaysLatinaVoice, Email: rayslatinavoices@gmail.com.????????????????

@Rays_Sports #LatinoSportsTalk Episode #5: Hosts Jorge Martinez & Angel Hernandez Rivera debate Dwight Howard move to Rockets & Hernandez excommunication. Sports roundup on NBA, MLB, CONFED, UFC, Shakira #LatinoSportsTalk...About Time!

65: Find Your Passion To Change Your Life with Ernesto Mejia. @RaysPodcast #LatinoTalk Is Our Thing!

64: Host @collazophilly discusses Important Lessons for Latino Leaders During a Crisis.'Can You Stand The Rain?' @RaysPodcast #LatinoTalk Is Our Thing!

Episode #63: #RaysPodcast's contributors Sonia Troche, Shera Clark & Carlos Ojeda, Jr. Discuss how to thrive as the unique blessing that you are! @rayspodcast #LatinoTalk Is Our Thing!

Episode #62: #LatinoTalk on George Zimmerman trial with Rays Podcast Legal Commentator Juan De la Torre from Orlando. Juan analyzes trial, race relations & best Colombian restaurants in Florida. @rayspodcast #LatinoTalk Is Our Thing!

Rays Sports, Episode #4: #LatinoSportsTalk with Hosts Jorge Martinez & Angel Hernandez Rivera. Discuss how #Hernandez going from #disastrous to #catastophic. Guys talk #NBADraft, #Cowboys #AROD #PicaPower #NHLFinals. #LatinoSportsTalk, About Time. @Rays_S

Episode #60: Hosts Sonia Troche & Elbert Garcia discuss #Latino Analysis of SCOTUS decision, latest on Immigration Reform & Sticking Your Neck Out. Garcia reflects on what makes Washington Heights the Heart of Dominican-American Life. #Texas #Florida & Mo

Episode #59: Hall of Fame Motivational Speaker Pegine Echevarria Knows There is More for You and the #RaysOfLight believe in you. From Girl Gang Leader to High Powered CEO, Pegine shares her Life Lessons on setting Huge Goals and the Power of Positivity. Pegine also goes there to discuss relationships as well as the best Mexican restaurant in New Mexico and the best pizza in the Bronx. Listen to be inspired because YOU ARE MAGNIFICENT!

Subscribe to Rays Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud and Like us on Facebook. Rays Podcast: Latino Talk is Our Thing!

Pocho Edition: Lalo Alcatraz 'Sticks His Neck Out' to discuss Devious Maids, Racism & the state of Latino USA. The legendary Chicano commentator shares how an angry child became an acclaimed artist to raise the voice of the voiceless. And what does Los An

Episode #58: Lalo Alcatraz 'Sticks His Neck Out' to discuss Devious Maids, Racism & the state of Latino USA. The legendary Chicano commentator shares how an angry child became an acclaimed artist to raise the voice of the voiceless. And what does Los Ange

Episode 57: Today's #RayOfLight Marcela Garcia informs us how Latinos keep #BostonStrong. First responders, rising political figures and a Mexican food explosion are just a portion of how Latinos in Beantown help us Be Our Best Everyday!?????.????????????

Episode #57 Preview: Boston Journalist Marcela Garcia Discusses Boston Marathon Tragedy's Impact on Latinos in Opening Segment of Episode #57. Tune in Monday for Full Podcast on How Hispanics Make #BostonStrong. #LatinoTalk Is Our Thing!

Rays Sports, Episode #3: Hosts Jorge Martinez & Angel Hernandez Rivera debrief on the NBA Finals & what it means for the legacies of Lebron James & Tim Duncan. Rafael Collazo laments on how Aaron Hernandez' dramas impact the legacy of Hispanic athletes &

Episode #56: Visit the Wildside of #RaysPodcast for a provocative chat with today's Playa Playa, the world famous #LocoLeo. Leo orders bottle service as he schools us on Taboo, Tecate and Too $hort & the lessons learned from Bellezas & Ballers in he VIP.

Episode #55: Carlos Ojeda, Jr. Just needs #5Minutes to make you be grateful for your family. Host Rafael Collazo shares how Carlos' father impacts his own relationship with his father. You just have to listen to this emotionally charged must hear episode

Episode #54: Hosts Sonia Troche & @collazophilly discuss healthy solutions with Jennifer Martinez of SMart Family Fitness. Rays Podcast personal trainer teaches, inspires & motivates us to #BeReinas. Panel also discusses what "Comunidad, Cultura y Fe

Episode #53: Rudy Lopez explains how Community, Culture and Faith guide his career. Today's #RayOfLight provides the latest update on Immigration Reform, his spiritual journey, favorite comic book and the best mole in Los Angeles. Listen to one our most i

Rays Podcast, Episode #52: Mia Mendez from 107.9FM in Philly and MiaMendez.com visits Rays Podcast to help us PUSH past fear. Mia also provides insights on how she made it as a Latina in the Urban Radio Game and how she is "Adapting" to her new Acting Career. Featuring Guest Host Laiza Santos. Rays Podcast: Latino Talk is Our Thing.

Rays Sports, Episode #2: Latino Sports Talk, About Time! Hosts Jorge Martinez & Rafael Collazo discuss the NBA Finals, the dimming lights of AROD and Mark Sanchez, and the shiny #RaysOfLight Manny Machado and our main man Sebastian de la Cruz!

Rays Podcast, Episode #48: Queen of Freestyle Judy Torres is today's #RayOfLight. WKTU personality discusses pushing past challenges, what it means to be beautiful, and the importance of intention. Judy Torres also reflects on the impact of the Freestyle

Rays Sports: Latino Sports Talk. Episode #1: Two Guys from Philly Talk about What Julius "The Doctor" Erving means to them and all Latinos. Learn more about Dr. J's legacy and a few new Hispanic stars in the sports world. Latino Sports Talk, Abo

Rays Podcast, Episode #46: Game of Thrones, What Else? Talking the hottest show on TV with guest co-host Sandra Mazier and #GoT authority Joy Gulledge. Why do we love this show? What do you expect next? What does it teach us about ourselves? Listen to @Ra

Rays Podcast, Episode #45: Spurs or Heat? Miami or San Antonio? This is not only a battle of great teams but of great cities! What does #Miami mean to Heat fanatic Michael Hernandez or #SanAntonio to Spurs authority Angel Hernandez Rivera? Listen to find

Rays Podcast, Episode #44: Playing the Game Right with Guest Sonia Troche. How do you play the corporate game while keeping your integrity and keeping it real? Also, what is the best City for Latinos, San Antonio or Miami. #Winning????????????????????????

Rays Podcast, Episode #43: Jobs, Jobs, Jobs With Today's #RaysOfLight Jennifer Duran. Our Jobs Expert breaks down how to prepare yourself for a career that fits your skills and passions. Duran also reveals the best spots for Hispanics to brunch, watch a g

Rays Podcast, Episode #42: The Mexican Slim Shady? And Vegas Talk Baby! Today's #RaysOfLight Marco Rauda.

Rays Podcast, Episode #41: Casual Fridays with Sonia Troche.

Rays Podcast, Episode #40: What's for Dinner? Sequestration, Que, Que? Listen for huge announcements on future guests!

@RaysPodcast, Episode #37 honors our #Veteranos on Memorial Day. Hispanics have an incredibly rich history of service to this country, which of course continues to this day. Through discussing the story of his abuelos queridos, host @collazophilly provides examples of how military service opened the door a crack for many Hispanics to pursue the American Dream. How does Hispanic military service highlight the complicated relationship between the United States and Latinos? Share your story of how Hispanics in military service have impacted your life by continuing the conversation on Twitter @rayspodcast, hashtag #veteranos.

You can also learn more about the history of Latino service during World War II by checking out the Voces Oral History Project directed by Professor Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez at the University of Texas at Austin.

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RaysPodcast Classic, Episode #14: Casual Friday, Keeping it Fresh with Guest Laiza Santos. Latina Lifestyle Commentator Laiza Santos is today's #RaysOfLight and discussed her recommendations for keeping your relationship fresh. Have a great weekend!

RaysPodcast, Episode #36: Listen as we Celebrate #RaysOfLight Making a Difference in our Community. What Latinas/os holding it down will shine today? Listen to find out. Also, #RaysPodcast needs to call out those that try to dim our shiny best. Sometimes, #RaysOfLight have to take a stand.

Rays Podcast, Episode #35: @RaysPodcast discusses Five #RaysOfLight to Find #TodaysPeace from the tragedy in Oklahoma and the daily struggle to find tranquility in this stressful world. Host @collazophilly provides five #RaysOfLight to be your shiny best.

RaysPodcast, Episode #34: Host @collazophilly discusses why he is a Puerto Rican that is so passionate about Comprehensive Immigration Reform, a #PR4CIR. From his childhood as a Philly-Rican to his years of organizing with Mexicans/Mexican-Americans in C

RaysPodcast, Episode #33: Journalist Rick Kearns explains why Rios Montt Matters. Listen to the lessons #RaysOfLight can learn about their families and themselves from his reign of terror. #YouMustLearn

Rays Podcast, Episode #32: Ten Things in #15Minutes to #BeATitan. Easy Enough? Listen to Find out. @rayspodcast #YOLO

Rays Podcast, Episode #32: Ten Things in #15Minutes to #BeATitan. Easy Enough? Listen to Find out. @rayspodcast #YOLO

Rays Podcast, Episode #31: Calls on #RaysOfLight to listen to their hearts to #BeATitan. Host @collazophilly shares how his obsession with #TheTime100 Magazine list inspires him to maximize his talents. Can any of our #RaysOfLight become an globally recog