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Join the Latinx Film and Theatre Association @ UCLA to discuss all things film, theater, television, and more. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

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    • Apr 9, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 39 EPISODES


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    #39 We are hungry, lets talk Latinx Food !

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2022 69:28


    Welcome once again to another episode! Today Milena and Natalia are joined by Jana Madrid to discuss Latinx Food! Join them as they discuss various food topics that will get your cravings up in a frenzy! Be sure to follow our social media! Instagram: @lftaucla and our brand new page @PodOfCultura, TikTok: @lftaucla and @PodOfCultura, and check out our YouTube channel: Latinx Film and Theatre Association of UCLA, where we are currently trying to produce more content for! Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family, and thank you for supporting Latinx creatives! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #38 Lets Talk About Bruno (Encanto)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 55:41


    Welcome once again to another episode! Today Milena and Natalia are joined by Deyri Chacon to discuss Disney's (sort of new) movie, Encanto! Join them as they discuss what it was like for them to see the movie through a Latinx lens as well as discuss the good and bad parts of the movie! Be sure to follow our social media! Instagram: @lftaucla and our brand new page @PodOfCultura, TikTok: @lftaucla and @PodOfCultura, and check out our YouTube channel: Latinx Film and Theatre Association of UCLA, where we are currently trying to produce more content for! Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family, and thank you for supporting Latinx creatives! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #37 The Making of our First Short Film (In Person)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 65:48


    Guess what, we made a short film! Join Milena, Natalia D. and Alan as they take us through the process of creating our first in-person short film, "Meat Lover" (Dir. Alan Gallardo)! This project has been years in the making, and we are excited for you all to see it! Be sure to follow our social media! Instagram: @lftaucla and our brand new page @PodOfCultura, TikTok: @lftaucla and @PodOfCultura, and check out our YouTube channel: Latinx Film and Theatre Association of UCLA, where we are currently trying to produce more content for! Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family, and thank you for supporting Latinx creatives! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #36 Lets Talk About The New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 70:36


    It is that time yet again! Join Milena and Natalia as they discuss the start of the new year as well as look back at the years prior. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #35: Mental Health in the Latinx Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 67:07


    Join Milena and Tonalli as they discuss mental health in the Latinx community and how important it is to spread awareness of these issues. Here are some resources that we recommend if need be: • Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ • Text HOME to 741741 • RAINN: https://www.rainn.org/ • National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline • Call 800.656.HOPE (4673) • Chat https://hotline.rainn.org/online • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ • Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #34 Latinx Tropes and How they Affect US

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 49:43


    Hey there ! We are back with another Pod of Cultura episode! In this episode Milena sits down with Peguero and Alex Rojas to discuss Latinx Tropes in media and how it has affected them and other Latinx individuals in their lives. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #33 WE ARE BACK BABY!! A NEW HOST

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 60:12


    Yes you read that correctly we are back for Season 2 of the Pod of Cultura! Join Alan as he introduces you and interviews your brand new recurring host Milena Ortega! We are so excited for her to be the recurring host and cover interesting topics every 2 weeks! Alan and Milena talk about her interests and dreams. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #32: Our Interest Outside of Film, Television, and Theater!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 51:09


    Join Natalia, Alan, and Kriseira as they discuss their interests outside of the world of film, television, and theater. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #31: UCLA Alumn Episode and the Importance of Networking

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2021 53:23


    On today's episode we are joined by J.L., Brayan, and Iveth as they discuss their journey through college as Latinx students at the #1 Public University in the World. Join us for an insight into the world of 1st generational Latinx students and how they navigated the hills of Westwood to earn their diploma. Additionally, stick around to hear about the importance of Networking. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #30: Our Origin Stories: A.K.A Superhero/Villain Origin Stories Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 54:45


    This week on our Part 2 of our origin stories, we have Alan, Arlene, and J.L. as they share their aspirations related to the entertainment industry as well as their creative endeavors. Listen as things deep and J.L. begins to question everything, meanwhile Arlene talks about The Given?...isn't it Giver? And Alan reveals his hatred for SunChips. Make sure to follow our IG: @lftaucla, our TikTok: @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. https://linktr.ee/Lftaucla --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #29: Latina Fashion Designer Lorena Cortez

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 40:22


    Today we have a special episode in store. We are joined by Lorena Cortez a California fashion designer and business owner on this month's guest episode. Lorena is a 24 year old California native who earned her bachelor's degree in apparel design and production. Join us as she provides insight into the fashion industry and what it is like to have your own business as a Latina Fashion designer. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #28: Headbanging Our Way To Our Grave and Other Music Stuff....

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 66:56


    We'd like to formally apologize for how much of a disaster this episode is. Join Maria and Brayan as they attempt to do the podcast without a third person. They talk about sweet versus savory and dive into what kind of music they are into as well as some recommendations. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #27: Our Superhero/Villain Origin Stories And Why The Enttertainment Industry?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 70:52


    Join Leslie, Brayan, and Natalia as they dig into their Superhero/Villain origin stories and how they discovered they wanted to work in the entertainment industry. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #26: Star Wars Talk...How Disney Fumbled The Bag

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 44:39


    On today's episode we are joined by Kriseira, Alan, and Lissett as they discuss diversity in the largest and most popular film franchise ever. From the tragedy that was the sequels to how Disney screwed up Finn's potential, to all three of them simping over prequal actors, get ready for a Star Wars packed episode. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #25: Summer 2021!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 47:41


    Today we have Maria, Alan, and Brayan talk about their summer 2021 plans as they stay hopeful more of the world will go back to normality. As well as talk about random topics because Brayan keeps going off on tangents...Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #24: The Nostalgia Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 47:18


    On today's episode join Maria, Brayan, and Natalia as they dive back into their childhoods to talk about Scooby-Doo, Pizza Hut, Blockbuster and more... Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #23: Making a Pact ... A.K.A. Therapy Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021 47:39


    Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we post reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #22: Los Angeles vs The Bay

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2021 70:43


    In todays episode of the Pod of Cultura, Brayan, Natalia, and Iveth talk about their home towns of Los Angeles and The Bay. Natalia and Iveth share their opinions on The Bay while Brayan contrast that with his opinions about Los Angeles. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we will be posting reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #21: Bay Area Latinx Theater Critic David Chavez

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 69:08


    Welcome to the 1st episode of Pod of Cultura. This is one is special as we have our second guest: David Chavez, a Bay Area Latinx Theater Critic. He joins our members Alan and Lissett to talk all things theater and share with us the importance of it. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel (Latinx Film and Theatre Association) where we will be posting reactions every week. Please rate and review us and share with your friends and family. And thank you for supporting Latinx creatives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #20: Food Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 49:08


    Join Kriseira, Maria, and Leslie as they discuss their favorite food growing up, some of their favorite dishes, and more. As always make sure to check us out on IG @lftaucla as well as on TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS. We also got a YouTube Channel where we will be releasing weekly videos so go check that out as well @ Latinx Film and Theatre Association. All of our content can be found on our bio @ our Instagram. Thank you for listening and supporting Latinx creators!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #19: Thrifting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 46:43


    Join J.L., Iveth, and Arlene as they discuss thrifting and the importance of thrifting in the Latinx community. As always make sure to follow our Instagram @lftaucla, out TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and check out our YouTube Channel @ Latinx Film and Theatre Association.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #18: Valentine's Day Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 37:50


    Hello fellow listeners and supporters on today's episode join the trio of girls, Maria, Natalia, and Lissett as they discuss everyone's most loved....haha get it and hated holiday...Valentines Day! Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla, our TikTok @LFTA_TOKS and subscribe to our YouTube channel @ The Latinx Film and Theatre Association! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #17: Creator Advice with Marc Sanchez

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 78:58


     If you want to hear advice from a Latino creator as well as get some incite into the animation world well this episode is for you! Join Alan and Brayan as they interview, UCLA Graduate Student and animator, Marc Sanchez. Marc discusses his goals and what it means to be a Latinx creator. Follow Marc on Instagram here to follow his creative journey: https://www.instagram.com/bigpavvo/ . Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla , our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and our YouTube @Latinx Film and Theatre Association --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #16: Turning the Page in the Country

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2021 35:55


    Join Arlene, Carlos, and Leslie as they discuss the inauguration that took place for President Joe Biden and what they expect from this new administration. Make sure to follow our IG @lftaucla , our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, and our YouTube @Latinx Film and Theatre Association. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #15: La Rosa De Guadalupe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 44:33


    Join Iveth, J.L. and Alan as they discuss the very popular show "La Rose De Guadalupe" and everything that's wrong with it. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @lftaucla, on TikTok @LFTA_TOKS and check us out on YouTube at Latinx Film and Theatre Association. If you enjoyed our podcast, make sure to rate and review us, wherever it is you listen to podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #14: 50 Questions...Get to Know Us!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 64:42


    Join Kriseira, Brayan, and Maria as they answer 50 questions in an effort to get to know each other better. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @lftaucla on YouTube @ Latinx Film and Theatre Association, and on TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS. And if you enjoyed the episode give us a review and subscribe wherever you listen to podcast.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #13: GOODBYE 2020! Hello 2021?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 78:18


    We are joined by Alan, Brayan and Leslie as they recap some of the major events that took place in 2020 as well as share insight into what they are looking forward to in 2021. As always make sure to follow our Instagram @lftaucla, out TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS, our YouTube @ Latinx Film and Theatre Association and make sure to rate, review, and subscribe to keep up with the latest LFTA projects. Happy New Year Everyone. Here's to a better 2021! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #12: LFTA Christmas Part #2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 51:37


    Welcome back to the second part of LFTA's Christmas special. Today we are joined by Brayan, Alan, and Lissett as they talk about their favorite Christmas, what Christmas means to them, and even some financial advice. Be sure to follow our Instagram @lftaucla our YouTube at Latinx Film and Theatre Association, and our TikTok @ LFTA_TOKS. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #11: LFTA Christmas Part #1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2020 50:46


    Join Nat, Alan, and Lissett as they discuss their favorite Christmas movies and cartoons as well as when they stopped believing in Santa Claus. Also join us for the discussion of the century: colored lights versus white Christmas lights and more. As always make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel at Latinx Film and Theatre Association and follow our Instagram @lftaucla to keep up with all our latest content. Follow our TikTok at LFTA_TOKS. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #10: The White Savior In Hollywood Films

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 60:25


    Today on Episode 10 of Pod of Cultura we join the Episode 1 squad, Alan, Mariah, and Natalia as they dive deep into white saviorism in Hollywood media. From what movies are white savior films to recommended movies without a white savior complex, the squad jabs at an all too real and outdated white people pleasing formula. Make sure to follow our Instagram @ lftaucla. Our YouTube channel: Latinx Film and Theatre Association, and our TikTok at LFTA_TOKS. And make sure to subscribe and review Pod of Cultura wherever you listen to podcast!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #9: Food and Weird Food Combinations

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 55:19


    Join J.L., Natalia, and Brayan as they talk about food, weird food combinations...and cereal. Follow our socials @lftaucla on Instagram, LFTA_TOKS on TikTok, LatinxFilmandTheatreAssociation on Youtube in order to keep up with our latest content and be informed when a new episode releases. Happy Holidays! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #8: Giving Thanks

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2020 51:28


    Join us on to discuss what we are thankful for for this year despite how chaotic it has been. Join J.L., Brayan, and Alan as they talk about what they're thankful for as well as what they are up to this Thanksgiving day. Make sure to follow our Instagram account @lftaucla and our Tik Tok @ LFTA_TOKS. Rate and review our podcast, wherever it is you listen to podcast, subscribe so you don't miss when a new episode drops, and don't forget to check out some of our other episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #7: Latinx Representation in Film

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 33:48


    Welcome back to Pod. of Cultura, a podcast by the Latinx Film and Theatre Association of UCLA! Listen to this week's hosts Natalia T, Leslie S, and Maria Z. talk about Latinx representation in films, stories revolving around Latinx characters, and Latinx directors! Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode, whether you're listening on YouTube or Spotify! Follow us on Instagram @lftaucla and on Tik Tok @lfta_toks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #6: U.S. 2020 Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 56:27


    Join Brayan, Alan and Deyri as they react to the election results and discuss the path to victory for the Biden campaign. Join us in ushering this new era for the U.S. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @lftaucla and subscribe to our Youtube Channel @ Latinx Film and Theatre Association. Head on over to our TikTok @LFTA_TOKS and make sure to subscribe and review wherever you listen to podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #5: Dia De Los Muertos Special (SPOOKY SEASON 2020 Part 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 32:14


    Today our host, Jose Luis, Lissett and Kriseira will talk all things Dia De Los Muertos, including what it is and what it means to them. Don't forget to follow our socials @lftaucla on Instagram to know when a new episode comes out. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel the Latinx Film and Theatre Association, check out our TikTok @LFTA_TOKS and subscribe and leave a review where ever it is you listen to podcast. Link to everything is here: https://linktr.ee/Lftaucla --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #4: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL (SPOOKY SEASON 2020 Part 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 39:05


    Welcome to LFTA' first ever Podcast Stories Special Episode. Our first installment is a Halloween special with three different stories to enjoy. Join our members in delivering a unique treat this Halloween! Make sure to follow us on Instagram @lftaucla, check out our Youtube channel at Latinx Film and Theatre Association and our TikTok at LFTA_TOKS. Keep an eye out for special episodes in the near future. Happy Halloween everyone!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #3: Our Scary Stories! (SPOOKY SEASON 2020 Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 52:22


    Welcome back! Oh boy do we gave a spooky episode for you today! Today on the Pod of Cultura your hosts Brayan M., Mariah H., and Natalia D. tell their spooky stories! This is Part one of our month long Spooky Season line up of episodes, so make sure to follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram @lftaucla and on Tik Tok @lfta_toks to stay up to date on our creative endeavors! Thank you for listening and be safe out there! Follow us on our socials: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lftaucla/ Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lfta_toks?lang=en --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #2: Spooky Season Has Started! (SPOOKY SEASON 2020 Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 51:47


    Welcome back! Oh boy do we gave a spooky episode for you today! Today on the Pod of Cultura your hosts Natalia T., Jose Luis, and Alan discuss all things costumes! Join us as they discuss what Halloween will look this year due to 'rona, popular costumes for 2020, the best and worst costumes they've ever seen, and other Halloween costume related topics! This is Part one of our month long Spooky Season line up of episodes, so make sure to follow us wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram @lftaucla and on Tik Tok @lfta_toks to stay up to date on our creative endeavors! Thank you for listening and be safe out there! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

    #1: Los Oscars

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 48:45


    Welcome to the very first episode of Pod of Cultura!! We are the Latinx Film and Theatre Association @ UCLA. Join us weekly to discuss topics related to film, theater, being college students, and just what it's like being Latinx creators. On today's episode we discuss...The Oscars! We've all heard of them, but do we really know what they are behind all the glitz and the glamour. Join today's host, Natalia, Alan and Mariah as they discuss all things Oscar. And make sure to check us out on our social medias: Latinx Film and Theatre Association on Youtube and @lftaucla on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lfta/support

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