Locatora Radio [A Radiophonic Novela]

In this first episode of Season 10, Diosa and Mala introduce a new segment, Climax and Cry, answer a listener question during Oye Locas. For the second half of this episode, tune into Totally Nostalgic, a mini-series about the Latinos who shaped pop culture in the early 2000s. Journalist Maria Garcia joins Locatora Radio, to help us understand the "Latin boom" and the undeniable path Selena Quintanilla paved. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 10 of Locatora Radio is here! We’re diving in with a mini-series called Totally Nostalgic about the Latinos who shaped pop culture in the early 2000s. This season, we're launching in the wake of LA wildfires and a new Trump presidency. As always, we’re leaning into community by conducting critical interviews with the people leading the efforts to rebuild LA and fight back against oppression.  Tune in to Locatora Radio Season 10...Now that’s what I call a podcast!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala are joined by Virginia and Laura Jimenez, two members of California Latinas for Reproductive Justice. Virginia shares her experience receiving abortion care at two distinct times in her life: once at 17-years-old and later at 48-years-old. She hopes to normalize stories of abortions, no matter the reason. For the later half of this episode, Laura Jimenez provides the history of the Reproductive Justice movement and its four tenets. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this season finale, Mala and Diosa sit down with astrologer Esoteric Esa to explore astrology, angel numbers, and the spiritual journey of birthing a Scorpio baby podcast. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Locatora Radio, we’re joined by the fierce and fabulous, Salina Estitties, former contestant from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15! Salina opens up about her journey to the Drag Race stage, her connection to her Latinidad, and how her primas and homegirls inspired her drag persona. Plus, we hear about her exciting new project, Homegirl Hotline, where she’s making space for community, empowerment and love. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's capítulo of Locatora Radio, award-winning investigative journalist and author, Peniley Ramírez discusses the making of a new Futuro Media and MyCultura Podcast, "Chess Piece: The Elian Gonzalez Story". This podcast tells the polarizing story of five-year-old, Elian Gonzalez, who was rescued near the Florida coast after his mother and others drowned in the Florida straits after fleeing Cuba. Peniley joins us to discuss how she immersed herself in this podcast and revealed her own story of family separation, exile, and Cuban identity both on and off the island. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode listen las Locatoras get personal and vulnerable during "Oye Locas", a segment where we answer listener questions. Some questions include, how to stop taking things personally, what we're letting go of, and advice to our younger selves. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're joined by Ayden Castellanos, host of Susto, a podcast of ooky-spooky scary stories centered around the folklore of Latinx and Hispanic cultures. Ayden was born and raised on the Texas-Mexico border and grew up hearing cautionary tales and connecting with people through ghost stories. In this episode, we discuss duendes, the girl who danced with the devil, and some lesser known legends. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of Locatora Radio, we commemorate the one year genocide in Gaza. Diosa is joined by Hamza, Ahmad, and Tarneem Jaber, three Palestinian siblings who crossed the Rafah border in April 2024. They describe their lives before October 7th, their lives during Israel's siege of Gaza, how they escaped, and where they are now. Please support the three siblings who kindly shared their stories by contributing to The Mermaid Jaber Scholarship Fund. This scholarship which will provide them with the means to complete their education. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. This week on Señora Sex Ed, Laura Patalano reflects on past loves, divorce, and acting. In this episode, Laura also reveals what it's like to book major film and tv roles as an actress in her 60s.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s that time of year again! Latine/Hispanic Heritage Month is in full swing. We celebrate Latines all year round, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have things to say about these four extra Latine weeks. In this capítulo, we discuss some our favorite pop culture moments of 2024. From the many JLO memes, to the viral tears in my Latina eyes, Angela Aguilar and other faves! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. In this episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala are joined by content creator Naomi Hearts. Naomi shares how she came out to her family twice, first as gay, then as trans. She reflects on how her family's reaction marked her journey into adulthood. Plus, Naomi talks to us about her viral skit, fupanza smash. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the U.S. Presidential Debate, Trump's false claims about the Haitian community in Ohio went viral, but in the form of memes, TikTok dances, and song parodies. In this week's capítulo, we breakdown what we're calling The Memeifcation of Evil. We get into how memes influence public discourse, who's most effected by them, and why evil shouldn't be funny. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. This week, director and filmmaker Aurora Guerrero join Diosa and Mala to discuss how silence, sex, and young love inspired the making of the 2012 queer coming-of-age film, Mosquita y Mari. Aurora also shares the inheritance she hopes to leave her daughter. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Locatora Radio, Mala and Diosa interview Linda Garcia for their ongoing Latinas in Politics series. Author, podcaster, entrepreneur and former film industry executive, Linda Garcia is running uncontested in the November Election for the Office of Texas State Rep District 107. Linda is slated to be sworn into office in January 2024. We talk about her journey and how a text message at a Christmas party launched her political career. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez joins us to discuss her highly anticipated book, Tías and Primas: On Knowing And Loving The Women Who Raise Us. In this book, Prisca provides us with a guide on how to understand the various Latina archetypes in our families and how we can break free from some and embrace others. Prisca founded the digital platform, Latina Rebels in 2013. She is a feminist, theologian, storyteller, and advocate. This is Prisca's second time on Locatora Radio. Listen to Capítulo 105 to hear her discuss her debut book Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts AND her experience with Christianity and Satanism. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We both traveled to Ciudad México this past summer. Each of us had very different trips: from a questionable taxi to gentrification perils. Tune in to hear about which one of us got scammed and how we recovered from it. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're joined by Ysabel Jurado, a tenants rights attorney, affordable housing activist, and lifelong Angeleno. She is running for Los Angeles City Council District 14 --a district that is predominately Latinx/Latino, immigrant, and primarily renters and historically plagued with problematic leadership. Jurado discusses her grassroots and people-led campaign. If elected, she would be the first Filipina Councilmember to serve the city of LA and the first woman to lead Council District 14.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. On this second episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala are joined by Aida Rodriguez, Puerto Rican Dominican standup comedian, actor, writer, and humanist. Aida breaks down how her religious upbringing played a factor in how she viewed sex and sexuality. In this intimate conversation, Aida opens up about how she's breaking cycles in her family and why she advocates women be gentle to other women. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Locatora Radio! In this week's episode we check-in about our summers and the new hobbies we've picked up: from tennis to sewing and our attempts at consuming less. We also dive into the making of our new podcast, Señora Sex Ed a weekly podcast breaking the silence about sex & sexuality in the Latinx Community. Tune in and learn about why we think this show matters now more than ever! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. On this premiere episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala sit down with Puerto Rican actress, Ana Ortiz. With a career spanning decades, Ana covers all the bases: growing up as a "prudish" kid in New York, her experiences working in Hollywood, and how she first learned about perimenopause. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Tongva-Gabrielino, are the first and only state recognized tribe in the LA area, but how much do we actually know about the first Angelenos? In this capítulo, we’re joined by Samantha Johnson Yang and Mona Morales Recalde to discuss the history of the Tongva, their efforts to stop the poaching of white sage from Southern California wildlife reserves, and an ongoing battle to protect and preserve their tribal identity. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Locatora Radio, we're joined by Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad, aka Esoterica Esa. She shares her origin story as an astrologer and psychic, how to summon good ancestors, and how to spot a spiritual scammer. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ri & Sunset Tim, creators and hosts of For The Healthy Hoes join Locatora Radio to discuss how to navigate life's challenges, accept changes, and create your own wellness menu. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since Astrology made its way into the mainstream, we've seen it everywhere! From merchandise, to Instagram bios, and more. Writer, producer, and podcast host, Isa Nakazawa joins us to discuss common misconceptions about astrology, how she got her start, and how we can all use astrology for social change and good. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If food is a GPS to our ancestral homes, then Karla Vasquez takes us to El Salvador. She joins us to discuss archiving the recipes and stories of the Salvadoran diaspora with the first Salvadoran cookbook published by a Big 5 Imprint. We discuss her writing process, nationalism, and the ongoing tension between Salvadoran and Mexican communities. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's capítulo, we're introducing two brand new segments in the Locatora audioverse! Diosa Dice is for the good girl ready to go bad. In this segment, Diosa discusses how women have been taught to stifle their anger and how we can release it. Malas Palabras: bad words for bad girls. This week, she shares all the words we use to describe women we don't like. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this capítulo, we're joined by British musician and artist, Sophie Castillo. She recently opened for J Balvin in London and debuted a new EP, "Venus." Castillo is of Colombian and Cuban descent and tells us about the Latin American diasporic communities in London and how her heritage influences her music.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, we bring you along with us to NDLON's 9th Annual Asamblea Nacional in Union, New Jersey. We speak with Linda Sarsour, Ernesto Yerena, Ana Tijoux, and Liaam Winslet. We also travel to Manhattan, New York for a day of political action and speak to laborers and organizers, Irving, Catherine, and Elmer. About the National Day Laborer’s Organizing Network: NDLON improves the lives of day laborers, migrants and low-wage workers. NDLON builds leadership and power among those facing injustice so they can challenge inequality and expand labor, civil and political rights for all.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this capítulo, we relaunch our segment, Oye Locas, where we answer listener questions. In the later half of this episode, we each tell a story we've never shared on the podcast, involving the Junior Olympics and a Pride parade. How did one decision help shape us into who we are today? Tune in and find out. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Capítulo 200, locamores! We did it! In this episode, we hear from listeners about their favorite Locatora memories, events, and what this audio archive means to them! Meanwhile, we reflect on each listeners's statement and what was happening in our own lives--from breakups, to friendships, and more chisme. Thank you to BLVD MRKT for hosting our 200th Capítulo Pop-Up! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Personal trainer, entrepreneur, and influencer, Vicky Loza, also known as Vicky The Fit Chick, went viral when one of her Instagram posts encouraged her women followers to discuss why they've chosen to remain childfree. Loza was inundated with hateful comments and messages and this wasn't the first time. She joins Locatora Radio to discuss why she openly creates content about choosing to be childfree. We debunk common reasons women are told to have children. Loza also shares why she thinks Latinas are choosing to remain childfree. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, we're joined by Norma Melgoza Paredes, founder of The Hissing Cats Corp and grieving mother. In 2022, Melgoza-Paredes lost both of her daughters, Candice and Marylyn. She is on a mission to tell their stories and raise awareness about a specific prescription medicine. Content Wanrning: Please be advised this episode contains in depth discussions of severe mental illness, substance abuse, and suicide. Please take care of yourself and press pause if needed. This episode is not medical advice or guidance. Please discuss any medical related questions with your medical care team. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anayvette Martínez is the co-founder of Radical Monarchs, an organization that supports young girls & gender expansive youth of color. Martínez joins Locatora Radio to discuss how her daughter inspired the creation of the org, what it means to practice radical mothering, and creating a chosen family. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariana de Miguel aka Girl Ultra joins us to discuss her Coachella debut, how Mexico City shows up in her sound, and how second-gen Mexican Americans are connecting with her music. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Jennifer Lopez go from icon to the internet's most ridiculed? After the release of JLO's latest projects, "This Is Me Now" and "The Greatest Love Story Never Told", we noticed a slew of JLO hate. In this capítulo, we make a case for art criticism and are joined by scholar and writer, Jillian Hernandez. She discusses what this rise in slander says about us as a culture and how misogyny always shows its ugly head. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The University of Southern California (USC) has made headlines for how university administrators have handled student protests and on-campus activations in support of Palestine. We're joined by USC father and activist, Lázaro Aguero, who was present during the protest and police escalation last Wednesday, April 24th. A clip of Aguero went viral after he stated he would be "the happiest daddy" if his daughter were to be arrested while protesting against genocide. In this Spanglish interview, we learn about his experience being on USC's campus during the first day of their Gaza Solidarity Encampment. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Season 9, locamores! In this first capítulo, we catch up on what we've been up to off-season and introduce our new theme: Love At First Listen. In the later half of this episode, we sit down with Grammy-Award Winning Artist, Natalia Lafource at Sony Studios, to discuss the making of her album, how she connects with her audience, and what helps her stay grounded. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Locatora Season 9!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to hear Chiquis like never before. In her new podcast, “Chiquis and Chill,” the Latin Grammy winner shares her experience growing up in a famous household, how she’s managed to be so successful in the male-dominated music industry and how she navigates relationships. We’ll also explore health, beauty, entrepreneurship and some spicier topics with special guests. Listen here and subscribe to Chiquis and Chill on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune into the final episode of Season 8! In this capítulo, we review a Locatora original concept, ethical chisme. In 2017, we coined this term with the help of our guest Ruben Angel. Since then, we've expanded our definition of ethical chisme. In this episode, we go over some macro and micro examples. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The illustrious duo of The Super Secret Bestie Club Podcast, Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo join us to discuss their deepest, darkest secrets! We discuss their journey from Buzzfeed's PeroLike to independent creators/artists, growing up on the internet, and their 2024 dating strategy.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "girls" are everywhere these days! From girl math to girl dinner, adult women are GIRLS! In today's episode, we look at the cultural zeitgeist and how both girlhood and womanhood are being defined. How are women remaining girlhood and is it necessarily a bad thing? And how does the patriarchy infantilize women? Source: Woman In Retrograde Related Episodes: Capítulo 138: Is Purity Culture Back? Capítulo 149: Are The Girls OK?!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Often, when we think of Latinx/Latinos and their families, we think of a large, close-knit one. But some of us have distant, dysfunctional, or estranged families. For today's episode, we're joined by Violetta Fernandez, a Mexican American therapist, to unpack the distinct ways estrangement shows up in our communities. She created a platform called Latinx Estrangement to support folks who don't feel safe and supported by their familiesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first episode of 2024, Mala and Diosa ease into the year by playing We All Grow's bilingual card deck called, "Amigas Circle." They discuss the new beginnings 2024 brings, like grad school, new routines, and Related Episode: Capítulo 153: Getting Playful Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's installment of Locatora Radio, we are joined by journalist, author, and friend, Raquel Reichard. We discuss some of the central themes in her debut book, Self-Care For Latinas, such as marianismo, imposter syndrome, and why women (especially Latinas) must practice self-care. Raquel Reichard is an award-winning journalist is currently the Deputy Director of Somos, Refinery29's channel by and for Latines.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artist and former music manager, Doris Anahí Muñoz joins Locatora Radio to discuss how she used transformative justice to heal and move forward after a very public, online, community call-out in 2022. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're winding down this year with a personal recap of 2023. We dive into what's been happening behind the scenes of our lives. From Mala's meet-cute at Vallarta to Diosa's first year of marriage, las Locatoras get personal about their triumphs and hardships of 2023. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Locatora Radio, locamores! In this week's episode we pay our respects to public radio pioneer, Maria Martin & the affinity Latinos/Latines have for radio. We also discuss ousted representative, George Santos. Is social media turning him into a Gay icon?! We also dive into Univision's interview with former President Donald Trump and the backlashed that followed. Episodes mentioned: Capitulo 134: Latinidad Is Dangerous with Odilia Romero Capítulo 143: Chignona Industrial Complex Capítulo 95: Unpacking The Latino ToteSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this episode of Locatora Radio, we continue our coverage of the crisis in Palestine. We're joined by Loren Medina, founder of Guerrera Marketing & PR. Medina is of Cuban and Palestinian descent and for her, the personal IS political. She breaks down how we can all join movements and what solidarity looks like. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.