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This week, we brought on independent producer, Cristina Benavente, to get real about the current state of the industry, working in Latin American and American TV, film, and casting. HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EDITED BY: Kelley MayerFOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod

This week, we did something a little different. We brought on Puerto Rican writer Erik Francisco Medina to help discuss the mega cultural and social impact of  Bad Bunny's new album DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS. Follow Erik below: @erikfromelbarrio HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod

We sat down with filmmaker Richards Nimbley to discuss how mentors have helped his growth as a filmmaker, the different creative avenues he's explored throughout his career, and the power of saying YES to opportunity Follow Richards below: ⁠@filmsnimbley⁠ HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod

We sat down with multi-hyphenate filmmakers Erika Miranda and Caitlin Hargraves to discuss how acting led them to forge their own films, the power of collaboration under their production company Cafecito Productions, and how their dual cultural identities are reflected in their work. Follow Erika, Caitlin, and Cafecito below:  @erika.ines.miranda  @caitlinjhargraves   @cafecitoproductions HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with cinematographer Santiago Serrano to discuss his journey into the craft, how his experience as an immigrant has influenced his approach to visual storytelling, and his experience at the prestigious American Film Institute. Check out Santiago's work here: www.serranosantiago.com HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with Jennica Carmona, a multi-hyphenate artist, activist, and Atlanta Film Festival documentary programmer. Throughout the episode, we discussed her journey into film, the communities she's been able to showcase through her work, and the world of documentary filmmaking. HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with showrunner and director, Moisés Zamora, to discuss his creative journey into entertainment, the range of projects he's been able to work on, and his independent streaming platform Videomart Club. Learn more about Videomart Club here: https://www.videomart.club/ HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with Emmy Award & Makeup Hair Guild Award Winning Latinx Makeup Artist, Charles Zambrano, to discuss finding their passion in makeup, how they give back to their community through their work, and what a day working as a professional makeup artist looks like. HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with production manager/producer, Shannon Troya, to discuss her journey into the field, how internships helped to launch her career, and what her day looks like as a production manager. HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with Producer and Founder/CEO of L21 Consulting, Ben Lopez, to discuss his journey into entertainment, his work in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging space, and the hurdles Latinx creatives currently face in Hollywood. HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with producer, Carolina Groppa, to discuss her career journey as a film and television producer, how her immigrant background feeds into her work, and the future of producing. Listen to Carolina's podcast, ANGLE ON PRODUCERS: https://www.carolinagroppa.com/angle-on-producers HOSTED BY: ⁠⁠Ingrid Nin⁠⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠⁠André Fernández⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Luna Cubides⁠⁠, ⁠⁠IRL Media⁠⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with actor, Sean Church-Gonzalez, to talk about his journey into acting for theater and what inspired his path. You can find more information about Sean here: https://www.seanchurchgonzalez.com/ HOSTED BY: ⁠Ingrid Nin⁠ PRODUCED BY: ⁠André Fernández⁠, ⁠Luna Cubides⁠, ⁠IRL Media⁠ EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In this episode, we sat down with showrunner's assistant, Sarah Komjathy, to talk about how she became a showrunner's assistant, what her job looks like on the day-to-day, and how the WGA strike has affected her role. HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In the second part of a 2 part episode, we sat down with fabricator & prop maker John Castel to discuss how he got started in his career and the amazing projects he's been able to work on. You can connect with John here: @senordonjohn HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

In the first part of a 2 part episode, we sat down with fabricator & prop maker John Castel to discuss how he got started in his career and the amazing projects he's been able to work on. You can connect with Samantha here: @senordonjohn HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

We sat down with filmmaker Samantha Alvarez to discuss how she got into film, her experiences in both documentary and narrative filmmaking, and her journey as a cinematographer and director. You can connect with Samantha here: @salvarez_art HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entertainx/support

Carolina Alduey discusses her journey into the world of representation, and how she has used her role to advocate for Latinx and BIPOC creatives. HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/entertainx/support

Amanda Montalvo talks about her experience working as a stand-in actress and how she navigates the entertainment industry as a Latina creative. You can connect with Amanda here: @a.m.goodmorning HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/entertainx/support

Up-and-coming writer Raymond Arturo Perez discusses his journey into the film/television industry, his creative journey as a writer, and how he navigated his first staffing role. You can connect with Raymond here: @byraymondarturo Website: byraymondarturo.com HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández, Luna Cubides, IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/entertainx/support

Creative duo, Angela Maria Ramos and Rebecca Rivera, sit down to chat about their respective journies into entertainment, when they decided to partner as collaborators, and how they are making the transition from theater to film. You can connect with Angela and Rebecca here: IG: @angelaramss @rebeccalexaaa @ryrsproductions HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin PRODUCED BY: André Fernández , Luna Cubides, and IRL Media EDITED BY: Kelley Mayer FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/entertainx/support

Ingrid Nin and André Fernández are huge supporters of Latinxs working in the media and entertainment industry. Latinxs have the highest movie-going rate among ethnic groups in the U.S. However, according to a 2019 study by the National Association of Independent Latino Producers, Latinxs represented only 4.5% of speaking characters across the top 1,200 films from 2007 to 2018. We need to change that. If there was ever a time to highlight the achievements of Latinxs working in Hollywood, this is it. With this podcast, we aim to increase the visibility of trailblazing storytellers and creatives – from directors, cinematographers and actors, to executives, producers, and assistants – who all happen to be Latinx. On-screen representation of Latinxs is worth its weight in gold, and companies who don't understand that notion are bound to leave money on the table. There are a plethora of stories by us and for us to tell. We have to create opportunities to tell these stories ourselves because no one is doing it for us. Join us every week for a conversation on the experiences, career trajectories, opportunities, nuances, and diversity of Latinx storytelling. We are excited to share our thoughts on these topics because we believe that the next decade of entertainment will be defined by diversity and inclusion. Subscribe to our Entertainx Substack to receive updates on our podcast and other news related to Latinxs in the entertainment industry. You can subscribe to our podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @EntertainxPod. Thanks to our awesome team of creators for helping to make this happen.

Hola Mi Gente! In this episode of Entertainx, we sit down with filmmaker Diamond Abreu to chat about what inspired her to pursue cinematography, how mentorship programs have helped to shape her film journey, and the exciting projects she has created over the years. You can connect with Diamond here: IG: @shyescapist LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diamond-abreu-7737411b1/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKXRLveWrF_Ps42CScZ4dhQ https://diamondabreu.com/ HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin (@_ingridmarie) EDITED BY: Quianna Adams (@qui_marissa) INTRO MUSIC BY: FLP Beats (@flpbeatspe) FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxnow --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hola Mi Gente! In this episode of Entertainx, we sit down with producer Amanda Rivera to discuss the dream that pushed her to the film industry, the virtual connection that led her to the feature film she is currently co-producing, and how she crowdfunded for the film at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. You can connect with Amanda and the film These Days here: IG: @cookiesnappljuz @thesedaysmovie https://www.thesedaysmovie.com/ HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin (@_ingridmarie) EDITED BY: Quianna Adams (@qui_marissa) INTRO MUSIC BY: FLP Beats (@flpbeatspe) FOLLOW ENTERTAINX: @entertainxnow --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hola mi gente! In this episode of Entertainx, we sit down with story artist Juan Luis Bravo to talk about how he was inspired to pursue a career within the film industry, and how he made the pivot from live-action to animation. You can connect with Juan Luis here: IG: @juanluisbravo_ Twitter: @JuanLuisBravo_ https://juanluisbravo.com/ HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin (@_ingridmarie) EDITED BY: Quianna Adams (@qui_marissa) INTRO MUSIC BY: FLP Beats (@flpbeatspe) FOLLOW ENTERTAINX @entertainxnow --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hola mi gente! In the very first episode of Entertainx, we sit down with filmmaker and content creator Jalyssa Jimenez to talk about her journey into film, her web series How We Cope, and the visibility of Afro-Latinxs within the entertainment industry. You can connect with Jalyssa here: @__negralatina @howwecope__ https://jalyssafilms.pb.online/howwecope-9az8 HOSTED BY: Ingrid Nin (@_ingridmarie) EDITED BY: Quianna Adams (@qui_marissa) INTRO MUSIC BY: FLP Beats (@flpbeatspe) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app