Latinx On The Rise

Connie Saldaña is a community worker at Mujeres Latinas En Acción in Chicago. Like many of us she was sent to work from home at the beginning of the pandemic with the idea it would only be a few weeks. Her husband, a laborer, was still going into work. He contracted Covid early in the pandemic and almost died.   Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3hkZol2Full interview:Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2Q94Vz1Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Q7EcTA She also contracted covid while taking care of her husband but continued working her 40 hours a week for fear of losing income. She was a care taker to her husband, battling Covid and making herself available to the community at the same time. Studies show that mothers are 3 times more likely to lose their job during coronavirus.  Thank you: https://ontherisemedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latinxontherise/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/LatinxOnTheRiseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/latinxontherise

This episode is about the medical condition during covid in the detention facilities. There is medical malpractice and more to be found in ICE detention centers.

Detention Centers in the US have become money making machines but at what cost. If we’re honest with ourselves, people’s lives are the cost. In this episode I speak to Maru Mora Villalpando a member of La Resistencia in Seattle, WA. La Resistencia along with multiple non-profits across the country have been bringing migrant issues during this pandemic to the forefront. The moment Coronavirus arrived in the US it was only a matter of time before it hit prisons and detention centers. This is something that most of us active in the migrant community feared beyond our own health and well being. Maru and I speak about improper Covid testing, unauthorized procedures done and harmful chemicals used in detention facilities.

Latinx University and college students are trying to balance virtual learning through a global pandemic. It is hard enough to be, in many cases, a first generation college student let alone the added factor of a pandemic. How have you been affected by the pandemic?

Today I spoke with Armando Ibañez (he/him),Kryzz Gautier (she/her) and Tamara Yajia (she/her) from The Disruptors Fellowship. Representation is fundamental but many fellowships fall short of inclusion. The Disruptors Fellowship is a partnership with 5050by2020 and The Center for Cultural Power, it is a program that will be awarded to ten artists of color who identify as trans and/or non-binary, disabled, undocumented and/or formerly undocumented immigrants.The disruptors are Armando Ibañez who is an undocumented queer filmmaker from Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico. Kryzz Gautier is a queer, Afro-Latina writer/director born and raised in the Dominican Republic. Tamara Yajia is an Argentine writer and comedian who immigrated to the U.S with her parents as a kid. They get mentored beginning to end of script writing and pitching. With mentors and panelists and master class leaders will include industry veterans and fresh voices like Rafael Agustin (Jane the Virgin), Katherine Beattie (NCIS), Shantira Jackson (Saved by

Today I follow up with Julio Salgado and Kat Evasco from The Disruptors Fellowship. Representation is fundamental but many fellowships fall short of inclusion. Today I speak to Julio Salgado, Migrant Storytelling in Pop Culture Media and Kat Evasco the Senior Programming Director at the Center for Cultural Power, formerly CultureStrike. They in partnership with 5050by2020 launched The Disruptors Fellowship – a program that will be awarded to ten artists of color who identify as trans and/or non-binary, disabled, undocumented and/or formerly undocumented immigrants. They get mentored beginning to end of script writing and pitching. With mentors and panelists and master class leaders will include industry veterans and fresh voices like Rafael Agustin (Jane the Virgin), Katherine Beattie (NCIS), Shantira Jackson (Saved by the Bell Reboot, Busy Tonight), Thomas Page McBee (The L Word, Tales of the City), Jill Soloway (Transparent), Ryan O’Connell (Special), Jenny Yang (Last Man Standing, Busy Tonight) and Trey Ca

I chat with Lindsey Villarreal, a writer on Vida. We talk about what it's like to write for a top show with a huge Latinx presence. We talk about imposter syndrome in the writing world and how to manage it.  Follow Lindsey on Insta: @lindsey__villarrealFollow me on Insta: @latinxontherise |  Twitter: @latinxontherise

Representation is fundamental but many fellowships fall short of inclusion. Today I speak to Julio Salgado, Migrant Storytelling in Pop Culture Media and Kat Evasco the Senior Programming Director at the Center for Cultural Power, formerly CultureStrike. They in partnership with 5050by2020 launched The Disruptors Fellowship – a program that will be awarded to ten artists of color who identify as trans and/or non-binary, disabled, undocumented and/or formerly undocumented immigrants. They get mentored beginning to end of script writing and pitching. With mentors and panelists and master class leaders will include industry veterans and fresh voices like Rafael Agustin (Jane the Virgin), Katherine Beattie (NCIS), Shantira Jackson (Saved by the Bell Reboot, Busy Tonight), Thomas Page McBee (The L Word, Tales of the City), Jill Soloway (Transparent), Ryan O’Connell (Special), Jenny Yang (Last Man Standing, Busy Tonight) and Trey Callaway (Rush Hour, CSI: NY).

Hi there! It's been a minute. What can I tell you, the world flipped upside down. Ray Arroyo, a community worker in Chicago and a very good friend. We talk about the odd feeling of having your home space turn into your office. The mental barrier that does not come with that. It's safe to say most of us are BORED! We talk about methods on breaking up the day and methods to train your dog. What? Yeah, I know the conversation took a weird turn. 

Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez joins us again to talk about American Dirt, she gives insight on the publishing world. We discuss just how much money is funding the contrived controversy of American Dirt. We also delve into Oprah's culpability in reducing the immigrant experience to stereotypes. Let's be honest, Oprah does not care. It's been a month since the book has officially hit the shelves and she is still promoting the hell out of the book. Oprah and Cummins are financially benefitting from the outrage that came from this book at every turn. Valdes-Rodriguez talks about her blog post where she reflected on her first hand experience with Cisnero's and Maria Hinojosa which may surprise you. When we talk about supporting each other are we talking about supporting all Latinx or just those who agree with us?  Follow Alisa on Insta:  @alisavaldes  |  Twitter  @AlisaValdesRod1Follow me on Insta: @latinxontherise |  Twitter: @latinxontherise

Alisa Valdes- Rodriguez the author of Dirty Girls Social Club talks about her experience attempting to work with Susan Bergholz, Sandra Cisnero's book agent. Her book focuses on a group of women who met in college and they all happen to be Latinas. These women are complex but no, not all speak fluent Spanish. The name of the group was derived from one of the character's being called a "sucia" by her parents because she wanted to live in the dorms at college. This is a story I know very well, my older sister basically had to trick my parents into letting her stay in the dorms at college. Valdes-Rodriguez talks about her blog post where she reflected on her first hand experience with Cisnero's and Maria Hinojosa which may surprise you. When we talk about supporting each other are we talking about supporting all Latinx or just those who agree with us?  Follow Alisa on Insta:  @alisavaldes  |  Twitter  @AlisaValdesRod1Follow me on Insta: @latinxontherise |  Twitter: @latinxontherise 

Marlene Forte has had a long career in acting with roles in Dallas, Real Women Have Curves and most recently Knives Out. She gives great insight on what it means to be a career actress verse just becoming famous.She is a Cuban immigrant who grew up going to Catholic school, got married and had a child at a young age. All the while with a deep desire to become an actress. She gives great insight on what it means to be a career actress.  Follow Marlene on Insta: @marleneforte |  Twitter: @marelenforteFollow me on Insta: @latinxontherise |  Twitter: @latinxontherise 

Welcome to part 2 of my interview with the Editor-in-Chief of HipLatina Mariela Rosario. We talk about her proudest moments with HipLatina and the Latina wage gap. Latina business owners are a growing group but what are we doing as a community to support those businesses? Rosario talks about her 2019 New Years resolution of only consuming media created by women of color. So why can't we take our dollars and redirect them to Latinx businesses. She also gives advice to fellow Latinas on ways to go about asking for raises! She also gives advice to fellow Latinas on ways to go about asking for raises!  Ways to help Puerto Rico! Follow me! Insta: @latinxontherise  |  Twitter: @latinxontherise  Follow HipLatina! Insta: @hiplatina  |  Twitter: @hiplatinaFollow Mariela! Insta: @_marielarosario  |  Twitter: @_marielarosario

Andrew Yang is one of the several Democratic nominees for President of the United States. While the race is still on, Yang has reintroduced Universal Basic Income. This is something formally known as Guaranteed Annual Income and was presented by Martin Luther King Jr. This podcast episode is not an official endorsement of Andrew Yang but it is a look at a concept that may very well lie in our futures. Randy Zuniga and I speak about Yang's proposal and what this looks like for the future of our country.Follow me! Insta: @latinxontheriseTwitter: @latinxontherise Follow Randy! Insta: @iamrandyzTwitter: @iamrandyz

Today’s guest is Mariela rosario the editor in chief for HipLatina.We discuss growing up Latina in the US and how different that looks for all of us. She is Puerto Rican and was actually just on the island for the holidays, I’m glad to say she is safely back home. Our conversation was so good that it’s a two parter! The second part of the interview will be coming out week after next. But for today, I hope you enjoy this one! Ways to help Puerto Rico! Follow me! Insta: @latinxontherise  |  Twitter: @latinxontherise  Follow HipLatina! Insta: @hiplatina  |  Twitter: @hiplatinaFollow Mariela! Insta: @_marielarosario  |  Twitter: @_marielarosario

So many people have decided 2020 is their year! Whether it's changing jobs, chasing your dream or elevating to be your best self, a new year is alluring. It has the blessings of new beginnings but what do you do with it? Is a vision board enough to get you through the year?

Hey, we haven't seen each other in a while and here is why, I've been burnt out. Managing stress for me has always been a challenge, I can usually handle all the spinning plates but all of that usually lands me with burnout. Days that I can only get myself to do what is required of me but not much else. It's this feel of rubber meeting the road. During my hiatus I wasn't sleeping very well which only added to my feeling of inadequacy. Stress management is my top priority from now on and I hope to share my journey with you. 

In this weeks episode we commemorate the lives of those lost in the shootings in El Paso and Dayton. We also address the massive deportations that took place in Mississippi as well as how you can reach out and help those effected by ICE raids and the shootings.  We'd Love tho hear what you thought of this episode! Share your thoughts here! Follow us on Insta:@latinxontherise Follow us on Twitter:@latinxontherise 

In this weeks episode we cover Tour de France winner Egan Bernal, a Colombian who is the youngest winner in 110 years. We also talk about some interesting architectural artwork in New Mexico, as well as the tragedy at Gilroy Garlic Festival. Puerto Rico's Ricardo Rossello has stepped down but who will Replace him?Stay tuned till the end for a special contributor at the end, Candy Nairovy! @candysantanaWe'd Love tho hear what you thought of this episode! Share your thoughts here! Follow us on Insta:@latinxontherise Follow us on Twitter:@latinxontherise 

I sat down with Justina Adorno, one of the stars of ABC's new show, Grand Hotel produced by Eva Longoria. The first episode struck a very personal cord with me when Justina's character is called, "Gordita." There are so many words in our culture that are meant to be compliments but some have lasting negative affect. We also talk about Grand Hotel and the expansion of Latinx roles. Grand Hotel does a great job of showing natural diversity, if you can believe it, it's almost like real life. I joke, but many TV shows seem to be forcing diversity these days with no commitment to the characters. This show puts the characters front and center, their ethnicity is an after thought.   Follow us on Insta:@latinxontherise| @justina.justina | @justinaveganjourney Follow us on Twitter:@latinxontherise | @justinaadorno