Liberal Sherpa

This is a very special holiday Liberal Sherpa podcast because it was inspired by the many questions from our listeners and followers who have been asking “What is Noche Buena?” Cathy Areu knows the answer should come from a proud, and maybe one of the most recognizable Cuban V.I.P. 's in our country: Actress, Singer, and Dancer Paloma Morales. Paloma, who is known by billions worldwide as the dancing diner waitress in Justin Timberlake's “Can't Stop The Feeling” music video, is also part of Disney's new movie this holiday season: “Encanto.” And, to my surprise, she's also on TV right now in one of the happiest holiday ads of the season. When she arrived in the United States at 15, she enjoyed many “firsts,” but perhaps the most amazing first was celebrating Cuba's most special nights: “Noche Buena.” From the food to the presents, she'll explain it all ... including why it's been banned in her native Cuba for over 50 years. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Catching up with the great Carlos Alarazqui is too much fun. And inspirational! He's the kind of person who makes you feel lucky just to be around him. To talk to him. To learn from him. And, luckily for this journalist, and a special co-host, podcaster Cristina, Carlos took a break for us. All of us. The actor and comedian, known by millions as Deputy James Oswaldo Garcia, on the hit comedy Reno 911, since 2003, is not only an award-winning star on the small screen but is actually one of the most popular voice actors in the country. He is the voice of the Taco Bell Chihuahua, everyone's favorite Brazilian pilot in Disney's hit Inside Out, as well as the title character, Rocko, in the popular animated series Rocko's Modern Life. The best part: he gives us all advice and hope that becoming the best voice actor in the country is attainable. For all of us with big dreams and big passion. Whatta great interview! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

It's "back-to-school" time! Time to get us in a learning mood. Time to be inspired to rule the world with new knowledge ... and inspirational stories from our nation's classrooms. In this episode, Latina journalist Cathy Areu introduces you to a great personal story of triumph just for you! Meet Patricia Trejo. She's beyond a rags-to-riches story. She's someone who valued an education so much that her passion to learn led her to a career in academia, and the title of "president" on her business cards. But this podcast host cannot do Patricia's story justice alone. Listen to an interview where a little Latina girl made it from working on the fields -- from state to state -- to the President of one of the most important organizations in our country: the FLorida Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (Florida's ALAS). If President Patricia doesn't show how important an education and drive is, then that's it. This podcast host will never do another "back to school" inspirational episode again. But that won't happen because this story is what "back-to-school" is all about. Back to learning and dreaming big Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

To say the actor who goes by “Kid Vicious” on Twitter, Kirk M. Acevedo, is passionate would be an understatement. Luckily for us, the Puerto Rican actor primarily known for starring in every series and movie you know and love — like Arrow, Oz, Fringe, Law and Order, the Walking Dead, 12 Monkeys, Band is Brothers, the Dawn of Planet of the Apes (to name a few) — opens up about the harsh reality and many hurdles in the acting industry these days, thanks to a pandemic no one really planned for. Sure, being a Latino in the business has never been easy, but wait until you hear how this rebellious kid from the Bronx (he was kicked out of Kindergarten!) made it to the big and small screen against incredible odds. His “pep talk” (he's a self proclaimed “realist”) is guaranteed to make you feel, and know, anything is possible. (*And a special “thank you” goes out to Writer Tara Dublin for making this interview with one of the best Tweeters on Twitter, and one of the most passionate people on the planet, possible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Liberal Sherpa podcast host Cathy Areu has been wanting to bond with Brent Hatley ever since he said “excruciating headaches” during a segment of the Howard Stern Show about a year or so ago. Brent, a senior producer on the hit show, was never able to elaborate ... or maybe he didn’t want to? But, for so long, Cathy has been wanting to know if Brent is OK! And, do they have something in common: chronic migraines? On this podcast, find out what life was like, and is like, for the star of “The Brent Hatley Show” ... & how he, thankfully, gets by with a little help from his friends (and wife)! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

We know him from so many movies, his unapologetically honest podcast IAmRapaport, his character on Netflix’s hit series Atypical, or as a long-time valuable/irreplaceable member of the Howard Stern show family. But, to this journalist, and many political junkies, Rapoport reached new heights during the last year of the Trump Administration. He became a trusted news source. A voice of reason. A tell-it-like-it-is political commentator! Lucky for us, Rapaport pulls the curtain back a little to let us into his world of political mayhem ... if only for a moment. We soon discover that he is no ordinary, very opinionated guy. And that turns out to be a good thing! A really good thing ... for our nation’s politics & beyond. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

After speaking with Mariann from Brooklyn (The Mother of the Howard Stern Wack Pack), on last week’s Liberal Sherpa episode, it was only fitting that Jeff the Drunk would be interviewed this week.  How does one become a member of the most famous (and only) wack pack on radio history? What is the drunk Howard Stern regular like? Drunk? Sober? Angry? Kind? Yes!  If you’re a Stern Show fan, you know Jeff the Drunk and the wack pack. If you’re not familiar, then you may confuse him for the next Harry Styles ... when it comes to fishing. You’ll be pleasantly surprised (actually surprised) by this singing, drinking, smoking, and caring radio star. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Mariann From Brooklyn is known by millions as Howard Stern’s biggest fan, singing “All I Need is Howard in my Life” all the time! And she means it. If you’re a Stern Show fan, you know Mariann as the sweet, yet tough mom, who can battle it out with a Stern staffer one day and lovingly take care of a “whack packer” the next. If you’re not familiar with the woman behind the most famous “unique” voice on radio, then you’re in for a treat! And there’s a bonus: Mariann provides all of the lyrics to the song which made her a star ... and just may bring a certain Latino crooner back to the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Corey “The Buttercream Dream” Forrester is a comedian hailing from Chickamauga, GA — more specifically, this means Corey is a liberal stand-up comic, an internet sensation, and a frustrated constituent living in Majorie Taylor Greene’s 14th congressional district in Georgia. This is the perfect storm to achieve overnight success (after a decade of being a comedian) for the co-author of The Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin' Dixie Outta the Dark. So, what does a funny Southerner known as “The Buttercream Dream” do to keep sane in one of the most controversial politician’s districts? Hint: he spends lots of time in the woods ... and ranting.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

How does a former Tea Party member — very vocal Trump supporter and a self-proclaimed “MAGA” activist — switch to become a devoted Biden/Harris supporter and proud “Liberal Democrat”? I found this enigma, David Weissman, on Twitter and wanted to know more. Turns out, I wasn’t alone. Many fellow Twitter followers have questions. One of those questions is: would the MAGA David have taken part in the Capitol Riots? His answers are raw, scary, and unfiltered. ... Listen, share with a friend, and enjoy one man’s political journey involving Comedian Sarah Silverman, the Constitution, and Hillary Clinton. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

It’s January: New Year’s Resolution time. As your Liberal Sherpa, I’d like to motivate you to get started on that new book you’ve been wanting to write, and publish, but didn’t know how! Thanks to my long-time friend, NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, Caridad Pineiro, you’ll know everything you’ve ever needed or wanted to know about the world of books, agents, and publishing “houses.” She’s my favorite source on this because she’s done it all: from self publishing to finding the perfect agent for her romance novels. From vampires to novellas, Caridad has written over 50 books. If you’re committed (it’s still January, so I’m guessing you still are!), then grab something to write on and take notes. This podcast is very specific for the writer in you who wants to get published. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Most journalists follow the AP Style Manual to write and edit. Teachers follow their state curriculums to plan and teach lessons. But what set of rules and ethics are Trump’s lawyers following? After questionable tweets and “interesting” key witnesses at hearings, the host of Liberal Sherpa’s podcast had to ask a former prosecutor: can they do that? ... grab a coffee, tea, or beverage of your choice because his answer is pretty long (and surprising). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

In this episode in our special 2020 Election podcast series, your Liberal Sherpa catches up with TV journalist, Mosaic Artist, and CATALINA Cover Model Lisa Guerrero to discuss what’s on all of our minds: the 2020 U.S. Election! From catching bad guys on Inside Edition to being the first female sideline reporter on Monday Night Football, Lisa has a lot to say, ... and she’s not afraid to say it! (All while being super gracious and positive!) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

She’s so busy, but actress and singer Chrissie Fit is taking time to tell us why she is a “Cubana con Biden” who cares about the 2020 Presidential Election. This is our third (I think) in our special series Election 2020 Liberal Sherpa podcast episodes about VIPs and their election picks. And, for this episode, we’re able to combine salsa, fun, and passion with Actress and Singer Chrissie Fit — from Pitch Perfect 2 and 3 and Disney's Teen Beach. She tells me why she’s decided to break the “Cubans are always Republican” stereotype and become a “Cubana con Biden.” Yeah, we get political, but, with a talented Bella, we also enjoy music, Miami-isms, and Celia Cruz! ¡Azúcar! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

In this election2020 special edition of the Liberal Sherpa podcast, your friendly Latina host Cathy Areu finds out why the historically Republican voting block of U.S. Cubans are embracing “Bydon” for president ... Amore Rodriguez (a diversity and inclusion guru by day) stops everything to introduce you the new grassroots group “Cubanos con Biden,” which she helped organize (along with other young Cubans in Miami). It’s still not easy being a Cuban liberal (Amore is currently the only one in her family), but you’ll be surprised to hear why many Cubans have joined the group (thousands nationwide) and chosen to vote blue. ... Brace yourself: the word “dictator” does come up once or twice. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

On this latest episode of The Liberal Sherpa podcast, host (and Latina journalist) Cathy Areu talks real-talk with Kelly Hyman, a daughter of a single mom who is not afraid to give you and me a reason to vote this November. If you were wondering what’s at stake for women and children this November, Kelly (a long-time women’s advocate and lawyer) lays it all out. From the loss of RGB to our current wage gap, Kelly tells it like it is. So, if you were planning on sitting this election out, you may want to think twice. Too much is on the line! For all of us! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

In this episode, things changed quickly. We were supposed to figure out why the heck Chicago radio host wrote a “crude” tweet that went viral. On [the] Twitter, “Fashion guru” (cough cough) Dan McNeil criticized ESPN’s Monday Night journalist, Maria Taylor’s outfit, not her analysis of the first game of the season. I, your Liberal Sherpa podcast host, chased down expert Adrienne Lawrence — former ESPN anchor and legal analyst, and the author of Staying in the Game: The Playbook for Beating Workplace Sexual Harassment — for an explanation. Then, something happened which made our expert say “wow!” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Governor Deval Patrick, (President Obama’s close friend) and Massachusetts Governor during the horrible Boston Marathon bombing, opens up about learning how to be an activist from Martin Luther King, Jr. himself. And your podcast host brings up lessons she learned from the woman who stood by MLK Jr., Dorothy Height. Dorothy taught The Sherpa, Cathy, to never give up. But she might. Luckily, Governor Patrick started the Together Fund to make sure yesterday’s lessons are not lost today ... no matter how crazy things seem. The fight is worth a few scratches!  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

In a new season of the Liberal Sherpa podcast, your favorite liberal (that would be me) is asking my Fox News friends & other newsmakers: What’s going on?! Our Season 3 debut podcast is about this Tweet today. Oh boy! It read: "He was working as a security guard at an auto body shop. Police pulled their guns on him and he ran because he was rightfully terrified. ... He was 18. ... Andres Guardado." I asked the founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC Joseph Imperatrice what happened? How can shootings of the innocent continue like this happen in the U.S.? Turns out, Imperatrice tells us, after George Floyd’s murder, more minorities are dying by gun fire these days than before Floyd’s death. We deserve an explanation! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

What does “far right” Political Radio and TV Host, Jesse Lee Peterson, Show" think about George Floyd and Black Lives Matter? Quick answer: a lot! And He’s not afraid to give you a piece of his mind. Lucky for us, he shared his views from growing up in the (not-so-bad) era of Jim Crow laws — to the inability for women to vote (much less, hold political office). Does he want a woman to obey her husband, have babies, cook, clean, and have dinner ready for her husband and family? Yes! This may be the most controversial Liberal Sherpa podcast ever. And, as Jesse Peterson would say, “It’s amazing!”

American cities are burning, hearts are breaking, and the world is watching. So many of us are asking: what’s happening? The nation is seeing protests reminiscent of the ‘60s Civil Rights movement, but with more rage and fury. So, Cathy invites her new co-host, Former Navy Seal Carl Higbie, for a heartfelt conversation with NYPD officer, and Blue Lives Matter NYC Founder, Joseph Imperatrice. It’s real talk about protestors vs. rioters, journalists in harm’s way, leaders dividing or uniting, and long-term consequences for our country after the senseless murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. ... hear from two “soldiers” who have seen war, up close and personal.  

To Tweet or not to Tweet? This is just not a question President Trump seems to ask himself. And his supporters will say that it's just one of the things what got him elected. Liberals (like me), on the other hand, will say there are a bunch of other reasons Trump got elected (like Russia and that pesky electoral collage). So, to debate this age old Tweet question, of Shakespearean proportions, I invite former Navy Seal and former Trump Admin staffer, Carl Higbie to debate/talk to me. Examples of this weeks hottest Tweets (like an angry #KAG crowd yelling at a CNN cameraperson) and Mika Brzezinski (reprimanding Trump about tasteless Tweets) get our conversation going ... and heated. Our solution: to be continued ... every week!

In our latest podcast, in what's become a "special series" of COVID-19 hot topics, Host Cathy Areu talks to an actor trying to navigate in a familiar world turned upside down: the entertainment industry. At a time when most of us are turning to Netflix and Hulu as much-needed distractions in our #Quarantined lives, he says Hollywood has been going through its share of changes too.  As Actor Oscar Torre tells us, going to the movies may not be like it was in the old days (a.k.a. 2019). Are the days of big budget movies over? Will we ever see a crowded movie theater again? Is anyone even making new movies these days? And how?  Oscar breaks down the changes he's seen in his beloved entertainment world ... and what those changes mean to the rest of us. 

Does social distancing have you down? Do you miss your boss’ annoying habits? Are you reading books you don’t even like? Hey, you’re not alone. It’s the “new normal!” On this special “mental health” edition of the Liberal Sherpa podcast, host Cathy Areu is on a quest to let you know that it’s all going to be ok (even though it may feel like it’s not all going to be ok). OK? Here’s the best part: psychotherapist, author, and Fox News opinion writer Dr. Robi Ludwig joins us to answer Qs like: ”Is it OK to go a little bonkers in our new #Quarantined world?” ”Is it better to start drinking at 10 or 11 a.m.?” ... and other pressing questions ... plus, she gives us mental health survival tips we didn’t know we need to know.  Bottom line: you may be doing better, mentally, than you think! ... unless you’re not. And that’s OK too!

In our #quarantined "new normal" world, entrepreneurs and so many others have their money on our minds and our minds on our money (as Snoop Dogg would say). The state of our world, country and personal economies has taken over our lives and this Liberal Sherpa podcast.  Wallstreet worker and guru (with a heart) Matt Porio joins us again to answer your specific questions. PPP? SBA? U, V or W economic curves are discussed as well.  Matt tells it like it is ... and how it should be. And how it could be.

It’s an economy “special edition” of the Liberal Sherpa podcast. Forget the blame game. Wall Street Consultant and Guru (with a heart) Matt Porio is here for one reason: to answer your questions about our economy during and after the coronavirus. Yes, it’s all about the money! And Matt says it will be alright ... but (for some) things may never be the same.

Welcome to a special “edition” of our podcast, where we are joined by one of the country’s most credible health officials: Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt. He was one of my favorite interview subjects during my time at the Washington Post Magazine. Today, Governor Leavitt (yep, he’s also a former three-term governor from Utah) answers your questions about the coronavirus. And, yes, we discuss the truth about the origins of the coronavirus (China?) to our nation’s desire to hoard toilet paper (TMI?). Your job: stay healthy! 

During another crazy 24/7 news week this election year, everyone's favorite Republican strategist, (and former college star) Joseph Pinion, III, stops by to let us know why no one should feel the Bern! We discuss early mornings in the Fox newsroom, Pinion’s funny on-air Bernie visuals, and the reason behind the new life (?) in the Democratic Party! ... and what the heck is “t-shirt communism”? 

During one of the craziest 24/7 news’ weeks of the year, Daily Caller’s Political journalist and “conservative” news analyst Stephanie Hamill stops by to make sense of it all! We discuss cable TV news hallways, Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s paper-tearing habit, and the odd world of politics as we know it. ... but we just can’t agree on who’s the real boss of D.C. these days. Did someone say Pelosi? 

As a New Yorker, I remember the term “stop and frisk” becoming a controversial topic referring to how the NYPD treated “suspicious” characters on City streets. Nowadays, Presidential hopeful Michael Bloomberg is apologizing for a policy that some call pure “racial profiling.” But was it? What is it now? On this episode, I ask NYPD officer, and the founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC, Joseph Imperatrice what “stop and frisk” really means. Turns out, there is no “stop and frisk” as we know it. There’s way more to this debate than we thought ... and Officer Imperatrice is not afraid to tell you why!

His press release says ”... Tom will use executive authority to restore commonsense and humanity to our immigration system.“ But do you ever really believe what you read? I don’t think anyone does anymore. That’s why the popular democratic candidate, Tom Steyer, joins me to set the record straight on how he plans to help minorities. Let’s face it, all of us just want some R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Find out what it means to me ... and Steyer ... in 2020. 

On this week’s “Liberal Sherpa”podcast, your “Liberal Sherpa” Cathy Areu asks one of the savviest strategists in the country what’s up with Presidential Candidate Mike Bloomberg. Turns out researcher Lee Carter is not only watching Bloomberg closely, but she’s watching you closely too! Don’t believe it? She knew Trump would become President way before he, you, or I even did. And that’s not all! You may want to sit down for this one. And close your curtains! Lee knows when you are sleeping, and she knows when you’re awake! ... and she knows who you’re voting for. (Yeah, Lib Sherp mind: blown!)

It’s “Cathy vs. Kathy” on this week’s “Liberal Sherpa” podcast. Your “Liberal Sherpa” host, Cathy Areu, chats with one of her long-time debating adversaries from Fox News: Veteran and Republican Strategist Kathy Barnette. This popular debating duo almost agree on the influence ads (even the really bad ones) have on every aspect of a woman’s life. But then the topic of baking cookies and traditional gender roles comes up, and the pleasantries of finding common ground are gone. 

This week, TV’s only “Liberal Sherpa“ Cathy Areu talks to long-time syndicated journalist Ruben Navarrette about the state of journalism today. When these two writers get together, the truth comes out. Or does it? Is AOC a genius or just a typical freshman in Congress? Truth is: Ruben Navarrette is just as confused about the state of media today as you are! And he’s been at it for 30 years!

Fox News Contributor Rachel Campos-Duffy stops by to discuss a hot topic with long-time friend, and on-air political foe, Cathy Areu, your “Liberal Sherpa.” Together, these two tackle Trump’s new policy affecting the LGBTQ community’s right to adopt and foster children, how moms balance it all (or try to), and so much more. These two actually just talk, debate, relate, and repeat so much that the podcast police were called in! Nah, they weren’t called in. But they should have been! 

This week, Political Pundit Cathy Areu, a.k.a. the “Liberal Sherpa,“ discusses the “woke” culture as newly defined by former President Obama, explains why a liberal supports Blue Lives Matter, and asks if Trump is helping or hurting the NYPD. Cathy’s guest, Blue Lives Matter-NYC Co-Founder, Joseph Imperatrice joins in and opens up with some thoughts of his own. You won’t believe what he sees, and can’t unsee, on our streets and in our culture everyday!

This week, Cathy Areu, your “Liberal Sherpa,“ unveils one of her hidden identities, explains why school lunches should be free for all, breaks down how public schools really work, and how today’s school unions aren’t what they used to be. Cathy’s guest, NYC Republican Councilman Joe Borelli chimes in with a few surprises of his own. And, in just one podcast, these two polar opposites solve all of the problems in our nation’s schools. Then the Twitterverse rears its ugly head and brings everyone back to reality. 

This week, your one and only “Liberal Sherpa“ Cathy Areu will tell you why it's awesome that America’s longest-running children’s show is talking about drug addiction with America’s youngest viewers! Does Republican Strategist, and Fox News regular, Christopher Prudhome agree with our Liberal Sherpa? Well, kind of ... until he doesn’t! 

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