CubaCast

This episode is from a video I did responding to Bernie Sanders' comments on 60 Minutes, where he defended his former praise of Fidel Castro to Anderson Cooper and touted the social merits of the Cuban Revolution. The Democratic presidential candidate's comments really break down into two issues that are difficult to separate but that should be assessed individually as the first is subjective and the second is objective. I dive deep into both issues in this episode, incorporating research & stats from an article I wrote on the topic. If you enjoy the episode, it would make me the happiest kid in the world if you subscribed, reviewed, and/or shared the podcast. Abrazos! I want to hear from you! Follow me on social for more content & to connect with me personally: YouTube Medium Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Twitter TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this episode, I react to a Turning Point USA video that painted Cuba black. The left-leaning media, by contrast, usually paints it white. Both characterizations are incomplete and ignore the nuances that exist on the island. Not telling the full story in an objective manner shows a lack of empathy for the Cuban people and does a disservice to one's audience. There is plenty of blame to go around in the Cuban story, and a balanced approach should be taken to create the change Cuba needs - not polarizing characterizations that are clearly backed by political agendas. If you enjoy the episode, I would love it if you subscribed and shared the podcast with someone else you think would find it insightful. I'm really trying on this platform! Also feel free to let me know how I can improve or what other type of content you would like to listen to. Besitos! (: Follow me on social for more content! - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMGVZs9_B91t6ihGeBFL70g - Medium: https://link.medium.com/MECSPAS3m4 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cubanochris_/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CubanoChris1/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjvazquez/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/cubanochris_ - TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/b4b2BA/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

I was essentially raised by my abuelos in their home in West Hialeah. Their backyard full of animals provided the backdrop for my childhood, and they were full of so much love. Now that I’m older, I regret being tremendo jodedor! This poem is for them, may they rest always in peace. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this wide-ranging conversation with Motif's Albert Feng, I tell my Cuban American origin story and talk about all things CubanoChris - from humanitarian work in Cuba to cultural experiences in New York, content I've produced, and my views on Cuban culture and American foreign policy on Cuba. If you love the episode, it would make me so happy if you subscribe and share the podcast with your friends. I'm going hard on it right now! If it hurts your ears because it's so bad, feel free to let me know how I can improve (: I'm all about putting out content that's most valuable to YOU! Follow me on social for more content! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cubanochris_/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CubanoChris1/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjvazquez/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/cubanochris_ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

This episode is a reading of the most successful article I've ever written: Havana Is Not Your Hipster Playground. This message to non-Cuban Americans on how to travel to Cuban intentionally emerged from a simple epiphany I had one day: that non-Cuban Americans often lack the historical context endemic to a Cuban American upbringing. This results in two very different paradigms through which each group views travel to Cuba, one rooted in the desire for meaningful development and the other manifested in the flawed attitude of “Let’s go to Cuba before it changes." This attitude is rooted in the fear that progress will ruin the beauty that well-intentioned non-Cuban Americans see in Cuba and in the resilient Cuban people. This article is my best attempt to identify, understand, and ultimately reconcile these two paradigms by explaining that meaningful change & development will only bolster the beauty & culture of Cuba and its people, not denigrate it. I really hope you enjoy listening to this article as much as other people enjoyed reading it. I hate reading with a passion so I'm all audio all the time. If you do like the episode, I would love it if you would subscribe to and share the podcast. I'm going hard on it right now! If you don't like it, feel free to let me know how I can improve (: Follow me on social for more content! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cubanochris_/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CubanoChris1/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjvazquez/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/cubanochris_ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

I just wanted to pop in quickly and wish a very happy birthday to this legendary Cuban figure. Universally revered by both Cubans and Cuban Americans alike, José Martí is the national independence hero of Cuba and a perfect example of cubanidad. No matter what side of the Florida Straights you reside on, if you identify as Cuban you respect and admire José Martí. Take a listen to hear about a bit about his life and legacy, how he built the Cuban nation from right here in New York City, and how he continues to be a symbol for unity between the United States and Cuba even today. Mil gracias for listening mi gente! I'm super curious to hear if you like this "pop-in" format. If you did enjoy the format, it would mean so much to me if you share the episode and subscribe to CubaCast. As always, los quiero mucho! Follow me on social for more content! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cubanochris_/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CubanoChris1/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjvazquez/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/cubanochris_ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this latest episode of Cafecito y Cuba we cover major developments from the first half of January, including: (1) The implications for Cuban families and businesses of the Trump Administration's decision to cancel charter flights to all Cuban cities except for Havana * I also give a recap of all the travel restrictions for Americans that have been implemented since Trump was elected. (2) The current political situation in Venezuela, which has shifted largely in favor of Maduro since Juan Guaido was barred from entering the National Assembly (3) The election of provincial governors in Cuba, a symbol of the re-distribution of power within the Cuban government as established in their new Constitution (4) The Getting Funky in Havana concert series that brought both Cuban and American funk musicians together to form an immensely long conga line in Havana Thanks a lot for watching familia and I hope you enjoy! If you do, it would mean the world to me if you subscribed to the podcast (: Follow me on social for more content! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cubanochris_/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CubanoChris1/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjvazquez/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/cubanochris_ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

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This episode is a recording of Cafecito y Cuba from last June that never made it on to the podcast. In this timely flashback, I go deep on the Trump administration's elimination of group people to people educational travel along with cruises and commercial flights to Cuba. I talk about why isolation will not lead to a free Cuba; why our restrictive policies are the perfect scapegoat for the Cuban government; how important it is that we fix the messaging about legal travel to Cuba; why engagement will lead to change in Cuba by re-building the once prevalent civil society on the island; and much more... The reason this episode is so timely is because on January 10th of this year, another blow to American travel to Cuba was struck when Trump cancelled charter flights to all Cuban cities outside Havana, devastating Cuban families. My thoughts on this development and a re-cap of all the restrictions since Trump took office will follow later this week. Besitos, abrazos, y siempre pa'lante! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this episode, I dive deep on the recently allowed private WiFi networks in Cuba, I explore the immediate effects of Helms Burton Title III, and I explain how (technically) collaboration between the U.S. & Cuba has the power to cure cancer! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this reading of my latest article about Cuban politics, I analyze three key events that unfolded in the days leading up to the implementation of new regulations on business owners & artists to determine if the Cuban government has indeed gone soft. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

This episode is a reading of an article-turned-blog post where I break down the key macroeconomic events of 2018 and how they have shaped Cuba's bleak economic outlook. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

On this super-sized episode of Cafecito y Cuba we cover the Cubana de Aviación plane crash and its mounting death toll, the effects of the Venezuelan oil crisis on the Cuban economy, and I give my thoughts on the Cuban presidential transition. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

This episode makes up the last part of the mini series highlighting insightful meetings from Inspire Cuba’s last trip to Havana. Listen in as I discuss the shutting down of one of Havana’s most popular private restaurants, how the Cuban government neglects the citizens who are most in need, and how authentic change can come about in Cuba. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In Cuba, the government is very much big brother, and there’s an unwritten policy of “Don’t ask, don’t tell” in place between the residents and military officers of Havana. In this conversation with Havana resident Natalia, we dive into just how this system actually works. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this first episode of a series that will chronicle my last visit to Cuba, I give you a playback of a conversation I had with a former employee of la Asociación de Cubanos Técnicos Agrícoles y Forestales where he explained how to shift the mindset of the Cuban people. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this episode, I give you a snippet of my interview with the Associated Press from a privately-run cafe in Havana where we discuss the future of U.S.-Cuba relations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

In this episode, I dive into my Cuban American background, Inspire Cuba’s policy of engagement with Cuba, and the start-up culture in Havana. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

We want More Moré.  In this episode I dive into a biography on one of Cuba's most recognized musical icons, el "Bárbaro del Ritmo" Beny More. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message

The very first episode of CubaCast focuses on my background as a third generation Cuban American and my passion for my culture as the driving force behind why I do what I do. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cubacast/message