Catalina Stars: Young and Famous

It's never too early to become an at-home chef extraordinaire according to this week's V.I.P. Guest Chef Ed Covino!  This is great news to Young Podcast Host Cristina Areu (and show researcher/co-host/sister Sofia Areu), who lacked the confidence to make a lasagna or Pasta Alfredo from scratch.Not only does Chef Covino, Bes'Dam Soup founder, inspire these two young hosts and all aspiring cooks (look out Food Network!), he reminds us that mistakes in the kitchen do happen. And that's ok!Does this mean the kids are cooking up Thanksgiving meals this year? Ummmm. Yeah, it does!

In this pre-Halloween spectacular, the Areu sisters get "Chongalicious" — with fashion, music, and comedy. For obvious reasons, Host Cristina Areu and Co-host/Researcher/Sister Sofia Areu easily become immersed in this week's topic. The history of the Chonga Movement, dating as far back as 1988, is broken down through makeup and "chunky" jewelry tips, exciting news of La Rosalia's recent "Chongafied" viral moment, ... and a grand finale compliments of The Chonga Girls (Comedians Laura Di Lorenzo and Mimi Davila!). The best part: the Chonga movement is coming to you! (The Chonga Girls are on tour right now ... proving that this fun 305-area-code tradition is taking over the planet! Maybe.).

The CATALINA Stars have aligned this week to deliver "aerosol" art and inspiration from Artist Enrique Morales to Podcast Host Cristina Areu and Sister/Co-host/Researcher Sofia Areu ... and you! It's not often that art fans get to stare at a painting and ask its artist how it came to be. Sure, Cristina and Sofia have seen "spray paint" art in New York City as kids on the way to Central Park, but watching Enrique Morales create his colorful masterpieces is different. Originally from Mexico City, this painter explains how playing with fire, spray paint and music is a recipe for following dreams. But don't try the fire and spray paint part at home! Not yet. The sisters would like to interest you in a Pirates of the Caribbean artistic ride first ... with a one-of-a-kind, V.I.P., modern day Jack Sparrow ... who can paint! 

Asking a “moody teenager” to look away from her phone turns out to be more difficult than anyone thought!In this episode, Podcast Host Cristina Areu asks Co-Host Sister/Researcher Sofia Areu to step away from her weekly research for an update on all things cuddly. The information gathered on sassy kitties and “angry” rescue bulldogs is overwhelming and adorable! See and hear for yourself as these podcast sisters help rescue furry friends from New York to Florida to Clarita in Mexico!Hurricane Ian updates from these Miami muchachas also includes kitties and bilingual dancing for great causes! ¡Ándale!

Without any further delay, the big surprise is here: the youngest podcasters we know, Host Cristina and Co-host/Sister/Researcher Sofia, announce that they are now officially cover girls!  Just like that, the Areu sisters step out of their comfort zone and get comfortable at a magazine cover photo shoot that took a village and months of planning. They did their "thing" off the runway! (Thanks, RuPaul!) VIP Hair and Makeup Artist Rose Lionetti provides great hair and makeup advice to all while helping the Areu sisters grace the 21st Anniversary issue of CATALINA magazine ... with confidence! Getting in the zone to create a cover-worthy "rock and roll" looked easy thanks to previous CATALINA VIPs, the right soundtrack, ... bombshell pink lipstick and black eyeliner. Ready to Sashay and Shante? Let's "Work it, girl!"

Episode summary: According to the Areu sisters, there are only two types of people in this world: the ones who entertain and the ones that observe. Yes, Host Cristina and Co-host/Sister/Researcher Sofia Areu refer to Britney Spears' brilliant Circus song to review the new Elvis movie. Then, without delay, this dynamic podcasting duo discovers a third "type of people" in the world! A snowman?! In their first movie review ever, Cristina and Sofia break down their thoughts on the Elvis movie, his snowman, Twitter (Al's and T's) Elvis facts, ... and dancing for kitties and all animals on Cameo. Maybe there are more types of people in this world? Find out along with these truth-seeking Areu sisters.Plus: there's a special melody the Areu sisters found at the Library of Congress for you! From Elvis! Online: follow the verified ElvisPresley account and ElvisPresleyMovie accounts! Cristina Areu and Sofia V Areu are on Twitter and Instagram (responsibly) too!!!

The Areu sisters dropped everything to listen and comment on Britney Spears and Sir Elton John's new/classic song "Hold Me Closer." This is the first of many emergency podcasts! When this new pop tune appeared – from Paris Hilton's Instagram story to Actor Fernando Carsa's IG Live – Podcaster/Host Cristina Areu and Sister/Researcher/Co-host Sofia Areu immediately asked: " ... is Britney the tiny dancer?" This "B is for Britney!" musical delight didn't stop the podcasters from using social media responsibly and give proper shoutouts to Elvis Presley fans, "Time Warp" challenger Steve, and to North Shore Animal League ... for saving kitties and puppies! It may be an emergency, but classroom instruments, The Roots, Madonna's hits, and more fun Rocky Horror Picture Show homework are definitely mandatory!

In this podcast special, the Areu sisters — Host Cristina and Co-host/researcher/sister — reveal fun new facts while remembering the King “Elbee Presslee” (Abuelita's way of saying Elvis Presley). Sofia also researches in real-time and discovers even more amazing facts about Elvis — from the Library of Congress! And then everyone vogues for Madonna's birthday … with Disney's Stitch! Did we mention that all of this is fun while balancing a stuffed animal on your head and giggling? It's true! Aloha!

The burning questions about Looney Tunes (Like: is Tweety bird on Twitter?), and more, are answered by the Areu Sisters/Podcasters! Host Cristina Areu and Co-host/Researcher/Sister Sofia Areu also discover the looney things adults say with IG clips from an English-as-a-Second-Language comedian named Tetiana Okyar. Plus: the Areu sisters give shoutouts and thanks to the North Shore Animal League, the Chicago Latino Network, and the great Paul Sorvino with music and more. (“He was the top man at his craft.” ~ Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, The Andrew Sisters)

A wise friend once told the Areu Sisters/Podcasters that “friendship and trust go hand in hand”! (Mariann, a mom)Podcaster Host Cristina and Co-host/Researcher/Sister Sofia Areu listened and are listening to this true, wise friend! On this episode, celebrate Friendship Day by joining pals Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and more while using Twitter and the Gram responsibly! Happy Friendship Day! “Meeska Mooska!” (Mickey Mouse)

There's no way to stop the music when it's Selena Gomez's birthday! So the Areu sisters turn up the singer's biggest hits, translate the real meaning of “Happy Birthday” (from Latin?!) … & declare that every day is Selena's birthday. Then Podcasters Cristina Areu and Co-host/researcher/sister Sofia Areu thank Mariann from Brooklyn and a King … and challenge these VIPs (you!) to a new Taki Taki dance challenge they don't know! ¡Feliz Cumpleaños, Selena Gomez! It's a fiesta … ¡Taki Taki!

It's time to just do a dance challenge with the Areu sisters, Singer (La) ROSALÍA, CHICKEN TERIYAKI, and thousands of your BFFs! Host Cristina and Co-host/Researcher/Sister Sofia Areu talk about the elephant in the room … thanks to Singer Edith Piaf and the movie Inception … while dance challenging you! (This fun podcast is layered like an onion in Shrek!)

In this special holiday podcast episode, CATALINA Stars Host Cristina and Co-host/Researcher/Sister Sofia skip the fireworks for the traditional ("est. 1916") Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hotdog eating contest! The Areu sisters give a play-by-play, chew-by-chew, action-packed, live-to-tape podcast with a side of major league eating knowledge. Hotdogs are devoured, champions emerge, and Baby Max steals the spotlight! Plus, the young podcasters give special recognition to Major League Eater Miki Sudo and "The Hungry Couple" for the inspiration and celebration this holiday season.

Cristina and Co-host Sofia invite you to take The Matrix's "red pill" and go Gaga this week for part two of their girl power celebration. From the Go-Go's to Lady Gaga, from The Hunger Games to Interview With The Vampire, the Areu sisters remind us that girls rule!

The Areu sisters dedicate this week's episode to musical girl power — from Jewel to Mariann from Brooklyn to Daya to Madonna. Cristina and Co-host/Researcher Sofia list the “Top 6 Girl Power” songs, announce three “Whoops of the Week,” and share some sisterly mega million “Boogie Woogie” girl power from 1941.

For a sweet take-me-away episode of CATALINA stars, Cristina — and researcher/co-host/sister Sofia — ask Superstar Mariann from Brooklyn to explain trust and friendship. And she does! … then this caring conversation with Mariann — a star who always seems to sparkle so bright — delves into family, music, Howard Stern, and a “bobo.” And ... pizza?

The Escapism Artists, Cristina and Sofia, are escaping reality (in a good way) with a combination of animated movies, vampire novels, Little Women, and video games. (It's a winning combination. They promise.) … Plus: Whoops of the Week!

Cristina and Sofia, aka The Escapism Artists, are doing it again this week. They're escaping reality as we know it (responsibly) with great new finds -- from fairies to vampires. From Netflix to Anne Rice, the Areu sisters Once again share what every escapism artist wants/needs/loves.

This is the 4th episode in the bonus family-friendly podcast series, created to provide the tools needed to escape reality. In this episode, hosts/sisters Cristina and Sofia have the best in books. These two Escapism Artists have traveled -- back to the 1800s with Frankenstein all the way to today for Minecraft -- for the best books needed to escape reality. Bookworms and non-bookworms alike will have zero problems escaping reality with books in moderation. ... and a Chicago-style deep dish pizza giveaway.

Columnist Ruben Navarrette, The VIP interview subject shares how he makes a living by expressing his opinions. His column is in over 150 newspapers and you've probably seen him sharing his thoughts on Fox or CNN. He's also a contributor to “Chicken Soup for the Writer's Soul” and “Chicken Soup for the Latino Soul.” Find out how Ruben Navarrette does what he does … and how anyone with an opinion (everyone?) can follow his lead.

This is the 3rd episode in the new family-friendly podcast series created to provide the tools needed to escape reality through the best in entertainment.The Escapism Artists have traveled back to the 1930s to today to find the best entertainment to escape in an episode devoted to movies!The podcast's grand finale includes more escapism: a pizza giveaway, Cristina's birthday surprise, and The Andrew Sisters … as if 90 years of escapism through films and movies wasn't enough!

Cristina and Sofia are at its again! They're escaping (in a good way) and bringing everyone along! This bonus series of reVolver's new podcast “The Escapism Artists” — created to provide the tools needed to escape reality through the best in entertainment — is once again action packed! It's all about music. Their music knowledge spans from the Andrew Sisters (1940s) to Johnny Cash to the Beatles to the Rolling Stones to Prince to Miley Cyrus ... all the way up to the the current Billboard's current NFT cover with Madonna for this year's Women's History Month. Disclaimer: some spontaneous singing does occur (the Areu sisters apologize for that). And predictions are made about where music is headed, so all escapism artists are ready. How do the Host Cristina (10) and Host Sofia (12) know they didn't miss a beat? Luckily, a very special guest chimes in to let the young hosts know if their podcast is a success.

Escapism. The use of entertainment as an escape from reality. Welcome to "The Escapism Artists” with the Areu Sisters bonus podcast series! Brought to you by the creators of “CATALINA Stars: Young & Famous” podcast and reVolver, The Areu Sisters — podcaster Cristina & show researcher Sofia — are master “Escapism Artists.” They are aware of the real world but are able to escape when needed. In this special series, the Artists list their top picks, with specific criteria. Episode 1 focuses on the best TV/streaming series for “times like these,” and only the best make the list ... the Areu Sisters are picky! Get ready to become an Escapism Artist too with this action-packed bonus podcast series. Skills will be acquired, enjoyed, and recognized.

This young podcaster is always looking for the stars who excel at their dream jobs — from Olympic Athletes to Music Video dancers.For this episode, Cristina didn't have to look far for her special guest. Turns out graphic designer Alejandro Juan, from the CATALINA fam, was featured in “A Day in the Life of a Graphic Designer” article for being one of the best in his field (which happens to be made up of this dream job.). Who knew?! Cristina didn't! But “graphic designer” is considered a dream job. What is it? What does it take to make magazine covers, create new colors, and make millions of people smile? This young podcaster, and show researcher (and older sister) Sofia, chimes in and minds are blown. Is this episode even real or is it just a dream? … it's real! And will inspire you!

In another first for this podcast, young host Cristina finds yet another Latinx star who dreamed big as a child, was told “no”she wouldn't make it but she did! Meet a radio veteran and podcast host Carolina Cadillo —a morning traditional radio personality for nearly 20 years, who has anchored newscasts, and has been called the Spanish ” Robin Quivers” (the most Queen of all Media from the Howard Stern Show). In an interesting twist (and like a true podcaster), Carolina turned the tables and interviewed Cristina for her show during this interview! Another first! … find out how Carolina became a Spanish trend-setter in media without knowing Spanish … and how you can overcome obstacles -- crazy obstacles too!

Another LatinX superstar has joined young podcast host Cristina Areu to introduce and inspire listeners of all ages. To Cristina's surprise, the first scientist she's ever interviewed -- Dr. Maria Abreu -- tells her something she never expected. Mind blown! Yours will be too! (The Walking Dead, the CDC, her laboratory work, and fun shout-outs are included as well in this fun, inspiring, and interesting podcast. For real!)

The first podcast of 2022 is a look back at the best (and some meh

Singer, Voice Over Actress, and Entrepreneur Paloma Michelle says she's about 5 feet tall, but, as this podcast episode proves: you can't judge a star's power by their petite appearance. Paloma Michelle is big! Specifically her voice! She was once asked to voice an Amazon warrior for a video game, and the casting team wasn't sure the pint-size star could pull it off. Of course she did! And, as you'll find out, along with our young podcast host and curious journalist Cristina Areu, there's not much Paloma Morales can't do because she believes the key to success is to take chances and always try! Find out how this Latinx V.I.P. has been featured in popular video games, (Rage 2 & WasteLand 3), been the voice of Mattel toys, been part of the Playmobil movie, and even voiced one of Cristina's favorite Monster High characters: Torelei. It's not everyday that a young podcaster gets to interview one of her dolls ... and learn how anything is possible if we just are willing to give it a try!

In honor of this holiday season, and podcast listeners who are vegan curios, CATALINA magazine's youngest journalist and podcast, Cristina is officially introducing the newest member in the catalina podcast famila: “La Vida Vegana!” Cristina learned about reading labels and the meaning of the term “vegan” from her interview with FX Mayans star, animal rights activist, vegan, and CATALINA cover Justina Adorno. Today Cristina is introducing you to the “la Vida Vegana” podcast, inspired by Justina, and hosted by vegan and owner of the Namaste Counsel: Deborah Charnes. This week's launch of La Vida Vegana podcast is in honor of those who are looking for a vegan Latinx twist on Thanksgiving and beyond. Deborah doesn't disappoint! She knows the Vida vegan inside and out. Did you know “plant-based” meals go back to the days of Martin Luther King and the Beatles? Vegan, vegetarian, or meat eater, this episode and “La Vida Vegana” podcast is for you. Promise!

On this episode, our young journalist Cristina is thankful to meet star Isabella Gómez because, in just a few years in Hollywood, this one-time English-as-a-Second-Language student is the lead in HBO Max's “Head of The Class.” She's playing a high school teacher on her latest project centered around a world, culture, and industry she once never even knew. And many of us still don't know (Hollywood!). Now Isabella can be seen starring as the lead/head high school teacher Alicia Adams on a major TV Channel. And this isn't even her first time starring with an award-winning cast in a reboot of a popular American sitcom, on a major platform, with an updated Latinx twist. Cristina loves her work, her style, and, most of all, the advice she must have for all of us. After all, Isabella was just Cristina's age when she left Medellin, Colombia with her family and an American Dream. How did and does Isabella do it?

It's always an awesome feeling to interview a Latinx star who is just making so many dreams come true. She has so many projects that it's exhausting just trying to keep up! But, she's so intense and strong, that it's really cool to see what she's up to. And, she truly shows us that anything is possible with passion, dreams, and a great work ethic. Oh, we almost forgot to say who she is! Meet Jessica Marie Garcia, a shooting star who young podcaster and journalist Cristina Areu discovered when Jessica was playing Willow Cruz on Disney's hit TV show "Liv and Maddie."  Cristina thought she was so cool then, and she was right. Jessica is a star who has not stopped playing Latinx characters who definitely make a statement … and a difference. Cristina also knows Jessica from the Disney+ series “Diary Of a Future President” (which is currently streaming). For millions, maybe billions of people, she's probably best known for being on the mega hit Netflix teen series “On My Block.” But there's so much more! Find out what Jessica is up to, why she does it, and what all of us can learn from this non-stop, amazing shooting star!

Today is a fun day! Young CATAlINA podcaster Cristina Areu is interviewing Paloma Morales, and she can barely stop the feeling of dancing around the room. It's easy to have fun and want to dance and sing when meeting this Latinx VIP: Paloma Morales! Paloma Is the waitress, pretty in pink, at the diner with Justin Timberlake in his No. 1 music video: “Can't Stop The Feeling!” That video alone has been seen by over 1 billion music lovers worldwide! We know her from this video and as the strong mom on “Cuban Tales.” Her show daughter, Jessica Pacheco, actually made today's "Paloma Podcast" a reality, and we're forever grateful. How to thank her for introducing me to one of the funniest and most popular stars of all screens: from the movies, to the TVs, to all the mobile devices. Paloma is there. She's everywhere! The actress known for dancing with Justin Timberlake, and JBalvin, (and others) is also a singer and a comedian. There's no way Paloma's this fun by accident. It must be hard work to make us all smile, laugh and dance but she's doing what she does best: "Being Paloma." And she does it so well. And now we know why! Warning: Paloma is so energetic you may make it a goal to be dancing with Justin Timberlake one day too! 

Welcome to a podcast episode that makes kids and adults feel like we can do anything. That's how Cristina, CATALINA's youngest podcaster, feels, and felt, after interviewing Jessica Pacheco, an amazing VIP who is making her dreams come true in so many ways. Today, she tells us about being a successful Flamenco dancer, movie actress, and show writer and creator. This podcast episode all started with Jessica Pacheco being amazing in the Hallmark movie: South Beach Love. Next thing you know, Cristina and the CATALINA team are spending hours researching that she's not only an actress, but she dances Flamenco professionally and created the show Cuban Tales co-starring Actress Paloma Morales (who you know from one of the greatest Justin Timberlake videos). How is one person so amazing? And can we reach so many dreams in one lifetime? Jessica Pacheco answers these questions and more. 

Get ready to meet Latinx VIP Fernando Carsa, a star who wins everyone over with his big heart and mad skillz! Carsa, one of the new young stars of the Apple TV+ bilingual series “Acapulco” is a triple threat. Is he an actor first, then a singer, and then a dancer? Is that the correct order? CATALINA's youngest podcaster and journalist, Cristina, finds out how he's simply amazing at everything he does (as this editorial team has concluded). Oddly, he believes dreams come true, and inspiration is everywhere. Also, Britney Spears taught him to “live authentically” ... and Fernando teaches us to, as well! He's so amazing. Oops, he did it again!

Today's podcast features the biggest, biggest character (literally the biggest!) character on the new, long-awaited Star Trek Animated series "Star Trek: Prodigy." Young podcaster Cristina talks to Rylee Alazraqui, who voices the big sweet pink — did we mention "big" — Character Rok-Tahk. (A talking rock?) Rylee is the big Rok-Tahk with the sweet kid voice! Rylee opens up about the new show Star Trek fans (of all ages) have been raving about, how she got the part, what is this part, how her dad is involved in her life, & so much more. Cristina knows this is all beyond exciting. Rylee is not just a super talented kid actor and voice actor, but her character Rok-Tahk's "Star Trek:Prodigy" trailer has over 2M views already! Join this young star as she shines bright ... and shares some tips and wisdom along the way. 

Comedian, Voice Over Actress, and the Host of Laura Corner on We Are Mitu tells us what she's not afraid of. Looking not-pretty for a comedy sketch as Abuela Mirta? Not afraid. Taking chances by moving from Miami to LA? Not afraid. Telling embarrassing personal stories on each episode of her We Are Mitu show? Nope. Not afraid at all. Thankfully, she shares advice, and gives hope to others too afraid to take chances. She's living proof that dreams of having a career in comedy (or any other creative venture) do come true! (Note: And she says being “perfect” is not a requirement. Score!)

This episode of CATALINA Stars is kind of a first for young podcast host and journalist Cristina Areu. Instead of introducing you to one awesome and inspirational VIP Latinxer, doing amazing things, Cristina is bringing you many VIPs. You'll hear words to inspire you and funny tales to make you laugh -- from familiar voices you know and love. How is this possible? How is Cristina sitting with so many, yet one, bright stars? It's easy when Latinx superstar, and award-winning voice actor, Carlos Alazraqui stops by the show! Cristina throws away her podcast rule book and brings you a fun/inspirational talk from the "VIPs" you love: from Rocko from Nickelodeon's NEW ROCKO'S MODERN LIFE, to Skylar from Disney's ELENA OF AVALOR, to Lazlo from Cartoon Network's CAMP LAZLO, to Mr. Crocker from Nickelodeon's FAIRLY ODD PARENTS, to officer Garcia from the long-running Comedy Central hit show Reno911. It's so fun just realizing that over 100 characters we love have one Latinx star in common: Carlos! Carlos -- the award-winning voice-over actor, producer, and comedian -- opens up about how he does what he does and how others (like you and me) can follow in his footsteps. (Yes, it's possible! Who knew?)

This special “Back to School” episode with one of South Florida's young and famous stars, now making his mark in LA, the Kevin Bosch, is about high hopes and hard work. Most fans of Jenny Lorenzo's hit YouTube show about everyone's “Abuela” definitely know him as the sweet, yet mysterious, Primo Kevin. The CATALINA Stars' family knows him as one of our favorite writers, directors, actors, comedians, and artists (who always makes us laugh). On social media he goes by “Who is Kevin?” He actually goes by “Quien C**ajo es Kevin?” Is it a sign, a clue, that he rather be an artist behind the scenes and not in the spotlight? Who is this mysterious funny guy? Cristina, this podcast's young host, is so happy to talk to Primo Kevin and find out more about him. Who, what, where, when, why, and how is the world of Kevin Bosch? Not only does he open up in this one-on-one talk, but Kevin isn't afraid to be honest about his “fame” and explain how he does what he does, and how others can too ( ... no matter how old you are).

For the first time, Cristina is interviewing an award-winning, nationally-recognized teenage poet laureate, Isabella Ramírez — which is perfect, because this young CATALINA podcaster/journalist is a big poetry fan. Say, “Emily Dickinson,” and the iconic poet's “I Am Nobody” may just be recited on the spot. Meeting and interviewing Isabella for this episode answers so many questions Cristina has for a poet laureate, like: 1. “How does someone just become a poet?” ... and 2. “Does an award-winning high school poet have to be angry or happy?” ... and 3. “What's a poetry ‘chapbook'?” For your viewing pleasure (and more inspiration) the podcaster and the poet laureate, Cristina and Isabella, can be found as the two student presenters invited to speak for Palm Beach County School Districts in-line “9th annual Hispanic/Latino Virtual Summer 2021 Institute,” organized by Patricia Trejo. So this podcast just had to happen. The two student presenters had/have heard about each other, but one of the country's largest school Districts helped make this podcast possible. Just in time for catalina magazine's “passionate” issue. Oh yeah, did we mention there's lots of passion and advice from Isabella for the poet in all of us?

On today's episode, young LatinX journalist Cristina interviews one of her favorite people: Tatiana Nader, known as the Makeup Artist to the Stars! Cristina first met her Tatiana years ago when she was invited behind the scenes at a TV studio to the makeup room. It was breathtaking! They say that's where the real magic happens. And it's true.Tatiana showed Cristina, and reminds everyone now, that dreams involving these magical scenarios do come true. And choosing a career full of excitement, makeup, celebrities, music, fun, and so much more is possible!Tatiana took a break from her busy work day working with Singer and Grammy-winner JBalvin as his long-time personal makeup artist to talk to Cristina & give listeners a look into her world of all things beautiful. Stay to the end for some career advice, beauty tips, a new makeup tutorial that's just gone viral, and a picture perfect camera giveaway!

From joining the hit FX Show Mayans M.C. to living a vegan life, Actress Justina Adorno explains why living your “truth” is the only way to live. If you're not convinced one person and one voice can make a difference, then get ready. Justina has all the passion and advice you need to believe in yourself ... and to find (and live) your “truth.”

On this episode, podcaster Cristina talks to Natalia Clement, a young investigative journalist in the Miami area. Natalia has a job that many of us don't even know where to even apply to! She can be found in the middle of a protest with angry people, holding a camera and maybe a notepad! Why?! And how?! Natalia even asks strangers questions. Let's find out how she does her job as a reporter wonderfully without getting killed! ... Also, in honor of this podcast, I'll announce (and post a pic of) the super cool myFist cordless headphones for a giveaway! Rules & more are on my Instagram page: @CristinaAreu.

A mother and daughter team who can create NYTimes bestsellers, Hallmark romances, and K-Pop stories at the same time? Yes, they're real, and young journalist Cristina Areu interviews them for a fun and informative new podcast episode about writing. NYTimes bestselling author Caridad Piñeiro and her daughter, the Chasing Jane author and an all-things-Kpop online influencer, Samantha Ann, give writing advice you can use. Guess what? These famous authors both started writing as kids, in 5th grade! And it gets better: I have 3 of their books to give away. Details are on my Patreon page, CATALINAmag.com and in CATALINA Stars magazine!

In this episode, CATALINA mag's youngest journalist and podcaster, Cristina Areu, meets professional skater Steven Yancy Piñeiro. With a little help from her fellow 4th grade classmates, from Calusa Elementary, Cristina is armed with questions to go deep into the world of professional skateboarding. It's perfect timing too, because this Puerto Rican Star is on his way to the 2021 Olympics! Turns out that “skateboarding” is a brand new category this year. ... and there's nothing “goofy” about that! (Listen to see what we mean.)

You've seen her in commercials, heard her voice on kids' shows, and this weekend she'll be in a major movie. But Paulina Csitkovits is very special to this podcast and me because she agreed to come back for a second interview to teach us how to sing. She told Cristina, our young journalist, that anyone can sing, with practice. But after a few failed attempts in the shower, Cristina needed a new pep talk from a very busy Paulina. ... What happens next is music history! Magical music history. ...

On this episode, Cristina interviewed someone with one of the hardest jobs on the planet: TV journalism! Michelle shows us what real journalism is. There's no “fake news” in this real news world. And Michelle, as you'll find out, is the real deal. She started reporting when she was in second grade! She knows what it's like to have big dreams as a kid and how to make them come true. ... you won't believe what it takes to make it in today's news world! It's fun! ... you just have to love what you do!

CATALINA magazine's youngest journalist catches up with Teen Actress and Singer and Voiceover Actress Paulina Csitkovits ro find out how she's so successful in so many areas. Paulina shares a few secrets of the trade (like anyone can sing beautifully if they wanted to!) ... and gives podcast host Cristina permission to keep Instagram-stalking her. How else can anyone keep up with Paulina's new exciting projects? She's unstoppable, and that's a good thing!

Join CATALINA mag's youngest journalist behind the scenes with Actress Marisol Sacramento, from the Movie the Wall of Mexico (and so much more). Marisol helps break down the mysteries of acting: like “how does she memorize so many lines?” and “what's it like to play the bad guy in a movie?” ... plus, she'll get real about rejection and the power of being proud, not jealous, of your competition.  

In this special 2020 U.S. Election podcast, CATALINA magazine's youngest journalist, Cristina Areu, catches up with TV journalist, Mosaic Artist, and CATALINA Cover Model Lisa Guerrero for the hot topic of the year. The motivational Latina reporter and mosaic artist tells Cristina what kids should care about right now: the 2020 U.S. Election ... even if they can't vote yet!

In this special 2020 U.S. Election podcast, CATALINA magazine's youngest journalist, Cristina Areu, catches up with the Aggressive Progressive podcast and radio host Chris Hahn. This is a first for the young podcaster who only interviews young and famous Latinxers. But Mr. Hahn's ads are always on Cristina's podcast! This could only mean one thing: Cristina has to find out more! Like: “Does he hate Trump?” “Is he really aggressive?” “Does he ever talk to kids?” “And why does he (and should Latinxers) care so much about the 2020 U.S. Election?”

This is a special episode of this one-of-a-kind super duper podcast for so many reasons. It's the first of our Latinx kids' Exclusive Election 2020 episodes. Cristina, CATALINA mag's youngest journalist, interviews Actress and Singer Chrissie Fit. She's from Pitch Perfect 2 and 3 and Disney's Teen Beach. And Chrissie cares about this election! She's a “Cubana for Biden.”She's probably so busy, but she's taking time to tell us why she cares about Election 2020 ... and why we should ... including this 9-year-old Latina.