¡Oye! Let’s Talk

Oye, we know this is a touchy and controversial topic but it's time we delve into who society considers  ‘people of color' to be. ¿Y, los Latinxs? Are we in this? How do YOU define yourself. Let's Talk about how it's more than just a matter of skin tone.

Oye, we might be fluent in Spanglish, pero like, no one said we would have to master corporate talk. Here's why “per my last email” could be taken the wrong way, and how “putting a pin in it” is not the same thing as “taking it offline.” Let's Talk about why we circle back to this type of speech; plus we have some tips on how to sound like a CEO.

Oye! Let's talk money. Investing, saving, and balancing it all, can be…un poco complicado. That's why we brought on money guru Andrea Ramos. She talks about her wealth-building journey and offers a few tips on how we can better our relationship with money to benefit generations to come.

Oye, Let's Talk about road rage and how it brings out the worst in us. Everyone takes part in it and we have the stats to prove it. If you live in a big city, odds are you probably deal with crazy drivers on the daily—unless of course, you're the crazy driver. Here's what grinds OUR gears.

Oye…another year for the books. For some, 2021 went by slow, and for others it flew by. Let's Talk about the headlines—the highs and the lows—that made this year.

Oye, it's time we talk about social media--a dilemma for some and a megaphone for others. Tech experts from Silicon Valley have spoken out about the influence and manipulation behind the most popular platforms; we're just joining in on the chisme. Let's Talk about why social media has become a hot topic even on Capitol Hill.

America is tossing out Columbus Day for Indigenous People's Day and adding new importance to November: 'Native American Heritage Month.' We sit down with Danielle Comeaux of the Menominee nation and talk about Thanksgiving, what it takes to prove you're native, and stereotypes. Oye, she's adopted, so if she can learn all of this, we can too.

Oye, the 2020 Census was recently released to the public. But what does it mean and why is it so important? Let's Talk about its findings and how it affects our Latinx population in the U.S.

Oye, similarly to our last episode, there are a number of  female boss artists out there who shaped our childhood and paved the way for well-known artists in various genres today. Can you guess who we picked? Let's Talk about why these Latinas are legends.

Oye, it's Hispanic Heritage Month and what better way to celebrate the fiesta than blasting your artista favorito? There's quite a number of artists out there who paved the way to the music we listen to now, though three Latinos in particular stood out as legends to us. Can you guess who we picked? Let's Talk about what makes these three stand out both musically and in the community.

Oye, Let's Talk about “Fake News.” All three podcast hosts are in the news world and wanted to clear the air, debunk some myths and really give you a behind-the-scenes idea of what it really is like to work in the journalism business. News flash: it's not as glamorous as you think.

Oye, #SOSCUBA has been trending for weeks now and let's just say, the world is watching. Cuba has been in a state of scarcity and oppression for over 60 years, so what's different this time? Our Cuban co-hosts Gaby and Manny delve into what's going on in the island and what 'patria y vida' really means. Is there hope? What necessary steps would need to occur for a real change? Let's Talk.  

Oye, whether you're a musical theatre geek or not, recent headlines have probably made you aware of Lin-Manuel Miranda's latest ‘In the Heights' film. It's gotten some buzz and criticism—so we watched it. We brought on movie buff Hansel Chacon to talk about the good, the bad, and everything that stood out to us in between.

Oye, Let's Talk about how we know when we're among our own and how the gringos can spot us. We all seem to have the same brand of vapor rub and our abuelas like to say the same phrases. There may be slight differences depending on the nationality but we recognize certain things really do make us stand out—and let's be real, we wouldn't have it any other way.

Oye, it's #PrideMonth yes, but do you really understand what is being celebrated? We brought on special guests Anthony  Black and Angel Fuentes from Sksksk podcast to breakdown the meaning of LGBTQ+, share their journey and guide us—unfiltered—with Dos and Don'ts when it comes to approaching the Queer community.  

Oye, mental health has been a hot topic for a hot minute, and yet stigmas still surround it—especially in our Latinx community. Let's Talk about the range in spectrum, how you can detect a condition/disorder and ways to seek help to better your health or the health of a loved one.

Oye, we spiced things up for Asian American & Pacific Islander Month, and brought on a guest who knows how to make a mean pan con bistec and only likes to cook with chopsticks. Shixiu Ricardo discusses the 'Stop AAPI Hate' movement and tackles why it's problematic to say "los chinitos." Let's Talk about what our gente can do to stand in solidarity with the AAPI community.

Oye, President Joe Biden concluded his first 100 days in office and there's a lot he promised he would do. Let's Talk about what has and hasn't been done so far, and where his administration falls short.

Oye, we have multiple COVID vaccines and we all want to go back to normal — pero, like, what's with all the hesitancy? Let's Talk about what ‘Emergency Use Authorization' really is, debunk some myths and what it's like to get the shot.        

Oye, we know this is a heavy topic to delve into but the Chauvin trial made international headlines. After a much anticipated wait, the verdict was finally read—GUILTY—Derek Chauvin guilty of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. Let's Talk about what stood out, why this isolated case made history, the precedent it could set for police reform and accountability—even though it's clear we still got a long way to go to really see change throughout the nation.

Oye, don't pretend like you don't watch some sort of Reality TV. Let's Talk about the spectrum of the genre and why it's fascinating to some and plain stupid to others. Can we all at least agree it's an escapism to our own reality? Dímelo.

Ladies, gentlemen, and non-binary friends in between -- we have a battle of the sexes. In one corner, the ladies of Oye! Let's Talk and on the other side of the ring the men of Más Cincuenta y Ocho. Hear them duke it out with Manny as referee as we discuss gender roles, stereotypes and the reality that society isn't as progressive as we think. Oye: There are some low blows in this episode; certain topics could be triggering. Not all views expressed in this episode are associated with Oye! Let's Talk.

Oye, are you having the Box Office blues? We are! Let's Talk about the movie theater experience and how it's changed since the pandemic shutdown. Is the magic lost, or simply transformed?

Oye, we invited our significant others this time to chime in on how they remember our first encounters, the dos and donts about dating and where they're at now in the relationship. Let's talk about the good, the bad and perhaps, the awkward.

Oye, it's only January and it still feels like 2020. Let's talk about the chaotic start to 2021 and a look ahead into (hopefully) a brighter future. 

Apart from the pandemic and chaotic politics, A LOT of other things happened in 2020. We take a look at other events that may have slipped through the headlines that we think are worth chismeando about. Let's talk about la locura that was 2020 and how hopefully next year will be better... right?

We had so much to say about 2020 -- we couldn't fit it all into one episode. We wrap up the major events of the year by reliving the lack of toilet paper, reminisce on events before the pandemic and laugh about life in quarantine. Pero there's much more, tune in for parte dos.

¡Feliz Kwanzaa and Merry Hanukkah! —  ‘Tis the season for lights, pretty trees and colorful candles; plus ‘Elf on a Shelf'? Oye, Let's Talk about the magic we believed in when we were younger and how that's changed over the years.

Oye, let's talk about why relationships are complicated and not at all like the fairytale movies. In this episode, Manny, Dani & Gaby delve into their personal relationships—from the "talking" stage to maneuvering long distance, and finally tying the knot. To our single peeps, we feel you, we've been there.

Despite having roots in other countries, we all get a little more American to celebrate Thanksgiving - with some traditional Latino flair and food, of course. 

Oye, 'tis the time for 'spooky season' so we thought we would delve into some superstitions we've heard throughout the years and which ones [if at all] we believe in. Let's talk about the do's and don'ts that our tia's and abuela's passed on to us.

Oye, voting matters. Let's talk about it.

Oye, Let's Talk about where we're at mentally and emotionally-speaking months into the Coronavirus pandemic. From skepticism to outright fear as uncertainty creeped in, to adapting to what some refer to as a "new normal." We delve into our 'then,' and what our 'now' looks like. Are we forever changed because of COVID-19?

Oye, have you cut the cord already? We mean ditching cable for streaming. If you're new to it, not going to lie, it could be somewhat of a tough switch, pero you can watch anything from Anime to telenovelas! Let's talk about why streaming has a long way to go and why people dipped on prime time TV to binge instead.

Oye, we know colorism and racism is deeply rooted in the Latinx community. From ‘mestizo,' and ‘mulato,' to what it means being a ‘woman of color.' Let's talk about these common phrases and why 'mejorando la raza' is still even a thing.

Oye, Let's Talk about why Latinos should stand with the #BlackLivesMatter movement. We know it's been a tough time talking to people about racism in our country and within our own communities. We invited Vanessa Santana, an Afro-Latina goddess living in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota, to educate us about how we can tackle anti-blackness in the Latinx community and advocate for our black brothers and sisters.

Oye, Bad Bunny keeps making headlines —and it's not just for his music. Let's talk about all that the Puerto Rican artist represents, his controversial music videos and overall urbano image. El Conejo Malo hace lo que hace porque se le da la gana, and we're here for it. Let us know if you're a fan and if you'd pay mad money to see him. If you have any topic ideas you'd like us to delve into, send them our way at oyeletstalkpodcast@gmail.com.      

Oye, do you remember the first time you heard the term 'Latinx'? What does it even mean and why is it more common than you'd think? Let's talk about the societal implications that could come with the gender-neutral, millennial term that's arguably also considered a blatant form of linguistic imperialism. Do you have an opinion about Latinx? Send it to us in your best Spanglish at oyeletstalkpodcast@gmail.com.

Oye, have you noticed the Latino vote seems to matter a lot more around election season and suddenly some candidates feel the need to show off their (most likely nonexistent) Spanish skills? A+ for effort though. There's a word for that: hispandering. Let's talk about why some candidates focus on the Latino voting block like this and why their strategies come off cringeworthy. #QuePena Have other examples of what we're talking about? Send them our way at oyeletstalkpodcast@gmail.com.