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Rays Latino Talk Podcast: Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo talks personal development, leadership, self-help, communication skills, relationships, news, politics and today's hottest issues with our most inspirational Latino leaders today. Rays Latino Talk Podcast will change your life today!

Rafael Collazo: Latino Media Personality, Life & Political Strategist, Leader


    • Aug 28, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 52m AVG DURATION
    • 553 EPISODES

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    Latest episodes from Rays Latino Talk Podcast

    “Democrats Have To Be The Party Of Success”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 34:13


    Bomba Live's Ray Collazo is joined by political consultant Kristian Ramos of Autonomy Strategies. Ramos and Collazo discuss current political state of play and why Latino voters are lukewarm on President Joe Biden. They share why Biden should get more love from Latinos and what Democrats need to do to put Latino voters front and center of their messaging and campaign efforts. Enjoy this “Found In Translation” Episode and subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube!

    Black Women Unmuted With Nicki Mayo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 44:59


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by journalist Nicki Mayo to discuss the state of journalism and the overall media landscape. Mayo discussed the need to discern 'new media' from real journalism and shared why her #BlackWomenUnmuted platform is a badly needed outlet to highlight the authentic perspective of Black women in American life.  Collazo and Mayo discussed the legacy of #BlackTwitter and if they prefer their pasteles 'con ketchup' or 'sin ketchup.'  Follow @NickiMayoNews on all social media platforms and subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube for talk show you've been waiting for! 

    SCOTUS Drops Affirmative Action BOMBA!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 49:27


    Latinos In Racial Equity Media Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 41:30


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by Viviana Lopez Green, senior director for UnidosUS' Racial Equity Initiative, to discuss UnidosUS's report "Elevating Latino Experiences and Voices in News about Racial Equity: Findings and Recommendations for More Complete Coverage.” This UnidosUS collaboration with Berkely Media Studies Group outlines how media consistently underrepresents Latino voice in racial equity news coverage. Lopez Green reveals report findings and recommendations on how media can improve news coverage to elevate the impact and perspective of racial equity issues on the Latino community. Collazo and Lopez Green discuss UnidosUS' work to center Afro-Latino/Afro-Latinx experience in their policy advocacy. Lopez Green also shares what makes her hometown of Cartagena, Colombia so special. This episode is dedicated to the Bomba Live! community's Colombian family. Subscribe to Bomba Live! on YouTube and find the report and resources at unidosus.org.

    Latinos And Juneteenth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 38:01


    National Puerto Rican Day Parade Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 32:20


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by Miguel Guadaloupe, Vice Chair of National Puerto Rican Day Parade Committee, to preview the upcoming parade on Sunday, June 11th in New York City. Guadaloupe details the planning and execution that has taken place to prepare for the iconic 66th annual parade. Guadaloupe and Collazo discuss how the parade has evolved as the diaspora expands across the country and our connection with the island becomes stronger. Collazo and Guadaloupe review this year's honorees, the parade's scholarship program that is providing assistance to 100 Puerto Rican students and the historic lineup of parade participants. Guadaloupe also addresses criticisms of the parade's cooperate partnerships and how they have developed a 'Puerto Rican Day Parade 2.0' model based off past experiences. Attend/follow the National Puerto Rican Day Parade on Sunday, June 11 in person, on ABC7 and online. And Subscribe to Bomba Live! the Talk Show you've been waiting for!

    Bori Boxing Stars & Jimmy Butler's Mofongo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 46:44


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    Que Se Vayan Ellos: Puerto Rican News With Federico DeJesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 26:46


    Its Bigger Than Hollywood Final Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 45:17


    Debbie Mucarsel-Powell on Debt Ceiling, DeSantis And Day Without An Immigrant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 34:11


    Former Florida Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell joins Bomba Live! to analyze the latest political headlines. Debbie and Host Ray Collazo update us on what the debt ceiling deal means for our country and our politics. Mucarsel Powell and Collazo explain how this deal shows the stark contrast between President Biden's steady leadership and the House Republican uncontrollable ultra-right wing streak. Mucarsel-Powell reflects on how "Day Without An Immigrant" on June 1st symbolizes the value of immigrants to our society. She also shares how Florida's new anti-immigrant law signed by Ron DeSantis is an insult to Latinos and will cause great economic harm to the state. Murcarsel-Powell is a passionate advocate for gun safety laws. Our gun violence crisis just led to the latest tragedy in Hollywood, Florida over the weekend. Murcarsel-Powell explains to viewers how DeSantis approach to issues like gun safety, women's rights and immigration in Florida should put all Latinos and Americans on notice to the potential harm he could cause our country as President. Collazo and Murcarsel-Powell share some thoughts on the unique power of Latino home remedies and shoutout our beloved Ecuadorian-American community. Subscribe to Bomba Live! on YouTube for the talk show you've been waiting for your entire life.   Show less  

    Latinos And White Supremacy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 32:53


    Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo is joined by racial justice journalist Arturo Dominguez on his recent "Latinos and White Supremacy" article. Collazo and Dominguez discuss how the two Latino assailants of recent Texas mass killings were apparently impacted by white supremacist views. Dominguez shares how Latinos typically get influenced by white supremacist ideology and how media's portrayal of immigrants contributes to this toxic culture of racist hate. Collazo also analyzes how Latino led hatred is centered on anti-blackness and anti-indigenousness in the United States and Latin America. Collazo and Dominguez discuss solutions to begin addressing white supremacy in the Latino community. Follow Arturo Dominguez https://twitter.com/extremearturo and Subscribe to Bomba Live: The Talk Show You've Been Waiting For.    / @ucanjcvzoa8t-pry...  

    Where's The Leadership? Plus, Little Ray's Heroes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 40:07


    Host Ray Collazo asks the question “Where's the Leadership?” on our gun violence crisis. Collazo calls on many sectors to get engaged as our country becomes a prison state. Collazo provides updates on Immigration news headlines and provides analysis on how we need to view this challenge on our Southern border. He also shares his thoughts on Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierlusi's comments accusing his own people of being xenophobic and racist. Collazo opens up about the biggest mental health challenge he has had in years. How the 76ers recently triggered him through the memories of his childhood heroes and villains. Also watch commentary and highlights from journalist Bianca Graulau on Governor Pierlusi's comments, Mehdi Hasan on shameful CNN Trump Townhall, MC Planetary on his hip hop music journey, and Joel Berrocal's take on Bad Bunny's appearance on WWE Backlash in Puerto Rico. Subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube. And go Sixers!!!! 

    Puerto Ricans Taking Over Wrestling Too?!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 32:50


    Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo is joined by CEO of National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and Wrestling Superfan Joel Berrocal to discuss the Puerto Rican Wrestling takeover over the weekend. Bad Bunny and boricua wrestling stars headlined this weekend's WWE "Backlash" at El Choli in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Collazo and Berrocal discuss Bad Bunny's time in WWE and the buildup to WWE's island return after 19 years.  Collazo and Berrocal analyze the economic and social impact of this Puerto Rican Wrestling Renaissance as spinoff of Benito and the larger Musica Urbana movement. They analyze the performances of Bad Bunny, his opponent and fellow boricua Damian Priest, the Queen Zelina Vega and iconic Puerto Rican Wrestler Savio Vega.  Collazo shares his take on Benito's time in Coachella and what Madison Anderson Berrios' victory on La Casa de Los Famosos means to Puerto Ricans. Berrocal catches us up on latest happenings with National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce. Thank you NPRCC for sponsoring this episode of Bomba Live: The Talk Show You've Been Waiting For Your Whole Life. Subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube.   

    "Hip-Hope Became My Life"--Planetary Interview Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 24:20


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by Philly Rican Hip Hop legend Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharaohs Crew. Planetary has been a critically acclaimed lyricist for decades. After four full length albums and numerous world tours, Planetary is back with his first solo album "Project Pluto" that comes out on May 12th. Planetary joins his big brother Ray Collazo for this first of an epic 3 episode interview series on his beginnings as a child of the nascent '90s Philly Hip Hop scene. Planetary shares some incredible Philly hip hop history from his beginnings as teenage MC learning the ropes along-side rap/music legends such as Vinny Paz of Jedi Mind Tricks, The Roots, Eve, Gillie the Kid, Jazzy Jeff, Rich Medina and Jill Scott. This part one conversation is a must listen for aspiring music artists, creatives looking to regenerate their careers later in life and just fans of Hip-Hop history. Host Ray Collazo also shares his thoughts on ongoing Bad Bunny/Kendall Jenner/Gabriela Berlingeri love triangle and the appointment of Julie Chavez Rodriguez to become President Biden's Campaign Manager. And a "best of Bomba Live moment" featuring Freestyle legends Betty Dee, Brenda K. Starr and Corina. Support Planetary's new solo album "Project Pluto" when it's released on May 12th and Subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube: The talk show you've been waiting for your entire live.

    Clarence Thomas Is The Biggest Sellout Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 52:11


    The Talk Show you have waited for your entire life is back! Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo breaks down why Clarence Thomas is the biggest sellout of all times to Black America AND our Democracy.  Ray shares his observations from last week's trip to Washington, DC for the America Votes Conference. America Votes is the nation's largest gathering of progressive advocacy groups. Liste to Collazo, Selina Pagan, John Loredo, Dwight Bullard, Rosario Rucoba and Julio Cesar Gayit Guevara share their biggest takeaways about the progressive movement and Latino advocacy in 2023. Most importantly, Collazo pays homage to Philadelphia Latino community pioneers Angel L. Medina and Elizabeth Guaracao, who we lost this past week. Plus Collazo's takeaways from Bad Bunny's Coachella performance and his recent "Hollywood phase." Thank you Wilmar Vazquez, Betty Dee, J.W. Cortes, K7, Tiffany Sierra, Karina Martinez, Nissim Leon, Elbert Garcia and Christina Vega for show appearances. Intro music video by Planetary, whose new album comes out May 12th!!! Suscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube and anywhere you can listen to a podcast. 

    Ex-Bad Bunny Fan Speaks! Bomba Live Los Angeles

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 21:05


    Stand With Tennessee Three...Bomba Live Good Friday Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 28:47


    Host Ray Collazo shares his analysis of shameful actions by Tennessee State House to expel two young African-American members Justin Pearson and Justin Jones. Collazo outlines why this in an inflection point in our democracy and civil rights and why we need to get off the sidelines to take bold action. Collazo also discusses what Good Friday means to him as part of his spiritual journey during this past year. Subscribe to Bomba Live YouTube page and enjoy the holiday weekend.

    Trump Comes Home: Bomba Live Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 28:32


    Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia react to former President Donald Trump being indicted on 34 felony counts by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. They discuss the political and social implications for the 2024 elections, media coverage and the history of salacious New York City trials. Collazo shares what this says about our country and his conflicted views on President Joe Biden.  Follow "Bomba Live" on YouTube for video version of episode.

    World Baseball Classic Bomba!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 98:50


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by baseball analysts Cheats, Jorge Martinez, Michael Collazo, Alex Sepulveda, Julia Rivera, Fernando Torres and Antonio Chaurand to give you a worldwide preview of World Baseball Classic 2023. Listen as analysts breakdown the rosters and prospects for Teams USA, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Mexico y mucho mas!  Shoutout to Cheats work at Black Baseball Mixtape Podcast that highlights presence of African-Americans in baseball. Episode sponsored by Open Seat Direct. Open Seat Direct helps event organizers sell tickets--get paid instantly and eliminate junk fees. Sign up for free using promo code OSD20 at openseatdirect.com. 

    Super Bowl Bomba!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 66:11


    Host Ray Collazo are joined by co-host Monte Perez and Superfans Orrie Hicks, Antonio Chaurand, Dom Digorgio, Leo Prieto and Juan Carlos Chaurand for Super Bowl Bomba! Crew breaks down matchup between top two teams in NFL and what this game means to fans in Philadelphia and Kansas City.  Perez also analyzes significance of Lebron James breaking all time NBA scoring record while Collazo breaks down why Kareem Abdul Jabbar is still a GOAT. Hicks and Digorgio get Collazo off the ledge about their 76ers.  Much respect to Latino ballers like Isiah Pacheco and Robert Quinn who will be playing in the big game and the awesome fan bases from KC and Philly.  Subscribe for more Bomba Live: The show you have been waiting for your entire life. 

    Raising Arizona

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 49:56


    Found In Translation Talk Show hosts Ray Collazo and Enrique Chaurand are joined by Elizabeth ‘Liz' Salazar of UnidosUS Action Fund and Luis Avila to take a deep dive into Arizona politics. Liz gives us the landscape on the critical Arizona Senate and Governor's races. Liz also breaks down what issues are truly important this cycle. Then Luis joined us to help us understand the key to organizing the essential Arizona Latino vote in 2022. A hardy congratulations to Hispanic Civil Rights icon Raul Yzaguirre for receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom just days before the beginning of the annual UnidosUS Conference in San Antonio, July 9-11, 2022.

    Yvonne Gutierrez On Being Latina In Post Roe World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 58:42


    Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis the historic happenings in Washington this week. Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand are joined by Yvonne Gutierrez, the Managing Director of the Latino Victory Project. Yvonne is a long time reproductive rights activist. She joined us to share how the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe vs. Wade impacts Latinas' civil rights and health care access. Gutierrez, Collazo and Chaurand explore how this assault on women's rights will impact the upcoming 2022 Midterm elections, what Democrats need to do now and how we continue to build power within the Latinx community. Collazo and Chaurand catch us up on what this week's January 6th hearings and a surprising SCOTUS decision mean for our democracy and immigration policy. Congratulations to Dalia Ramirez for winning her Congressional primary election for Illinois-Congressional District 3 and don't miss the annual UnidosUS Conference coming up in San Antonio, July 9-11.

    Get To Work Garland! Is Flores The Future?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 56:47


    Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis of this week's hot political headlines. Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand analyze what this week's January 6th hearings mean for possible federal prosecution of former President Donald Trump. They also discuss the impact of the newly passed Senate Gun Safety bill and SCOTUS gun rights decision. Newly elected Republican Congresswoman Mayra Flores is claiming to be part of a new movement of Latino voters towards Republican party. Is Flores the future of Republican politics or just a viral youtube clip? Finally, Collazo makes his first bold proclamation on the 2024 elections. Who indeed is the Presidential favorite right now? Subscribe to Found In Translation Talk Show on YouTube and anywhere you can listen to a podcast. #January6 #GunSafety #LatinoVote #MayraFlores #FoundInTranslation #LatinoPolitics

    Real Story of Latino Vote With Fernand Amandi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 66:05


    Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Enrique Chaurand welcome pollster and political analyst Fernand Amandi to discuss the real story of the Latino Vote. Are Latinos really drifting towards Republicans? What are issues Latinos care about leading up to midterms. Crew also takes deep dive into Nevada electoral landscape and how Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and Secretary of State candidate Cisco Aguilar can excite Latino voters. Collazo and Chaurand also analyze the impact of House Select January 6th Committee hearings on future of democracy and can Uvalde tragedy be the tipping point for bipartisan gun safety legislation. Crew also discuss significance of 10 year DACA anniversary and share new music and Netflix recommendations. #LatinoVote #LatinoPodcast #RayCollazo #FernandAmandi #DACA

    CHC Goes To White House; Immigration News Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 65:57


    FOUND IN TRANSLATION TALK SHOW, your home for Latino politics & news, is back this week with updates on the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Meeting with White House, Republican infighting on January 6th insurrection and latest anti-Latino attack. Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand then interview Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS to update us on immigration policies from Capitol Hill to our Southern Border. Guevara shares what UnidosUS is calling on President Biden to do now on immigration while Collazo analyzes why we need to push back on the right wing narrative related to immigration policy. Chaurand updates us on latest work UnidosUS Action Fund and Dream Corps are doing to engage Latinos in Climate Change movement while  Collazo gives us his weekly Puerto Rican news update. Finally, hosts discuss their fight over a Mexican/Puerto Rican baller.

    Happy Earth Day! Found In Translation Is Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 56:13


    Found In Translation Talk Show is back with host Rafael “Ray” Collazo and new cohost political communications expert Enrique Chaurand. Chaurand interviews Collazo to catch us up on this past year as Collazo has assumed the role of UnidosUS Action Fund's Executive Director. UnidosUS Action Fund is the 501c4 political arm of the nation's largest Latino Civil Rights Organization. Collazo catches us up on his new national platform and the political landscape for Latino voters in 2022. Collazo and Chaurand are then joined by one of the country's leading Latina environmentalist, Jessica “Jessie” Buendia. Jessie is the Dream Corps Vice President of Sustainability and National Director of Green For All, a nonprofit program founded by Van Jones to build an inclusive green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty. Buendia shares with us the importance of Earth Day and Latino climate change engagement. Collazo and Buendia announce an exciting new partnership between Dream Corps and UnidosUS Action Fund to mobilize Latino voters in Florida around the environment. Follow @jessie_buendia and @greenforall and work together to protect our planet for the next generations. At end of episode, Collazo makes huge announcement on next steps for both Found In Translation Talk Show and Bomba Live! Follow @fit_talkshow and @bombalivepr for more content that educates, inspires and entertains.  

    The Slap Heard Around The World; Will Smith And Chris Rock At the Oscars

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 12:04


    Found In Translation Host Rafael “Ray” Collazo shares his real time reactions to Will Smith and Chris Rock's confrontation during the 2022 Oscars. Collazo analyzes the many angles of this sad moment in Hollywood history and discusses the many positive highlights throughout the show, including Ariana DeBose, Encanto, Quest Love and CODA. Collazo also touches on Ukrainian conflict, Daddy Yankee's new album, Danielle Clavell on American Idol and March Madness.  Subscribe to Found In Translation Podcast and YouTube page  for more of Collazo's analysis on today's politics and news headlines.

    Philadelphia Latino Film Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2021 54:04


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by Festival Director Marangeli Mejia-Rabell of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival. Marangeli will review her exciting movie lineup for this year's virtual festival from May 30-June 6th. Ray and Marangeli will also discuss film's impact on the culture and her exciting role in the upcoming Bomba Live 2! on Saturday, June 12th. Go to PHLAFF.org for film festival tickets and Bombalive.co for Bomba Live 2! Tickets!

    My Broken Language

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 56:12


    Host Ray Collazo welcomes award winning writer Quiara Alegria Hudes on this week's Bomba Live! for a historic conversation. The pride of Philadelphia discusses her new book "My Broken Language" and her upcoming movie "In The Heights." Celebrate literature, Philly and #BoricuaExcellence.  Collazo and Hudes also have a major announcement about Bomba Live 2! on Saturday, June 12th. 

    Dollars For Scholars; #NiUnaMas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 52:48


    Parent Alert! Host Ray Collazo is joined by Youth Motivational speakers Joaquin Zihuatanejo and Carlos "Chu" Ojeda Jr. from Educational consulting company CoolSpeak. Joaquin discusses his new book “Dollars For Scholars,” a guide to writing winning college and scholarship essays. We also talk about empowering young men and special #bombalive2​! announcements. In segment 2, Collazo will share how we all need to address femicide epidemic in Puerto Rico. #NiUnaMas

    Spring Sports Special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 58:44


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by Monte Perez of Nuts and Bolts Sports for our Spring Sports Special. Perez analyzes NFL Draft, previews NBA playoffs and shares his vision for Bomba Live 2!'s Sports programming. Plus Boxing promoter and Monroe County, New York Executive candidate Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons joins show to discuss boxing and sports worlds' responsibility to respond to domestic violence tragedies in Puerto Rico and throughout the country. #RIPKeishla #RIPAndrea #NiUnaMas #LoveShouldntHurt #PazParaColombia   

    The Cannabis Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 74:27


    Hosts Ray Collazo & Vanessa Maria Graber are joined by activists Jason Ortiz, Jess F. Gonzalez and Nelson Guerrero for the long anticipated "CANNABIS SHOW." This special episode of Found In Translation/BOMBA LIVE! simulcast will break down how the Cannabis movement impacts health, business and racial justice.  Collazo and Graber also reveal two other major guests that will be joining Bomba Live 2! the virtual Puerto Rican celebration taking place on Saturday, June 12th. You won't want to miss it!

    Autism Is A Superpower

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 73:48


    Ray Collazo & Maryanell Agosto host this special "Autism Is a Superpower" episode. Collazo and Agosto are joined by YouTube Sensations Miguel and Iliana Santos of ToyQuest101, Parent Advocate Jennifer Hutcheson and Occupational Therapist Alicia Stufoso on how we help our loved ones across the spectrum show us their Superpowers! This episode is dedicated to all those on the spectrum, their parents, caregivers and other loved ones. You are not alone. 

    Solidarity In 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 67:43


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by Argentina Beltran, Liz Miyoung Kaufman, Ben Cheng and Elbert Garcia to discuss what true solidarity among Asian-Americans/Pacific Islanders and Latinos looks like in 2021. Kaufman updates us mood of Minnesota's activist community in midst of Ben Chauvin trial for murder of George Floyd.  Cheng and Beltran share practical tips on how to show solidarity to Asian-American/Pacific Islander community during this time. Kaufman shares historical context to latest wave of anti-Asian American violence impacting our community. Elbert Garcia updates us on special anniversary to that speaks to ongoing history of solidarity between AAPIs, Latinos and other diverse communities. #STOPASIANHATE

    Voter Suppression In Arizona

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 55:04


    Arizona Under Attack: Voter Suppression Efforts At The Capitol On this week's Found in Translation, you will hear a recent virtual townhall on Voter Suppression efforts in Arizona. Voter suppression is real. Join Co-hosts UnidosUS Action Fund, Arizona Advocacy Networks and other allied partners for panel discussion on what is happening at the state Capitol and what we can do to prevent the erosion of Latino voting rights. Episode includes opening from Gabriella Cázares-Kelly, Pima County Recorder and panelists Liz Salazar, Arizona Policy Advisor, UnidosUS Action Fund Beth Lewis, Co-Executive Director, Save Our Schools Network, Paulette Zinzun, Deputy Legislative & Policy Director, Arizona Advocacy Network, Francisca Gil, Political Director, Our Voice Our Vote and Gina Mendez, Organizing Manager, LUCHA.

    Its Ernie G!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 67:45


    Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Empowerment Comedian Ernie G. The panel chops it up about how Ernie G has harnessed the power of laughter to help millions of people through mental health coaching, TEDx speaking and standup comedy. Collazo and Reyes provide news updates on American Rescue Plan, Vaccine distribution and Violence Against Women's Act. Jeffrey Vargas joins show to talk March Madness and what hoops means to the FIT/Bomba Live crew.  FIT/Bomba Live family stands in solidarity with our Asian-American community. #StopAsianHate

    Maria Hinojosa And Suave Gonzalez

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 68:58


    Hosts Ray Collazo and Vanessa Maria Graber are joined by juvenile justice activist & podcast star Luis "Suave" Gonzalez and legendary journalist Maria Hinojosa. Maria and Suave discuss their groundbreaking "Suave Podcast" and Maria's new book "Once I Was You."  Learn about what made Maria and Suave's 27 year relationship as journalist and source possible. Suave also reveals what made him believe in the power of redemption even while he served a life sentence. Join us for this historic and gripping conversation.

    Big News!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 64:38


    Hosts Ray Collazo & Christina Vega are joined by political analyst Elbert Garcia and Freestyle legend and podcaster Betty Dee. The crew will share some huge announcements related to Bomba Live!, Betty Dee's new project and Ray's new gig. A must listen!

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    Empresarios Boricuas Unidos

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 60:28


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by special cohosts Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and Alan Taveras of Brands of Puerto Rico. They announce their exciting collaboration to build partnerships between businesses on the island and the diaspora. Collazo also interviews boricua entrepreneurs Chef Vivoni, Ivdia Velazquez and Roberto Rivera to discuss how we can do business together to strengthen the island's economy. #GrowPR

    The Bronx Takeover

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 58:12


    Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Zoe Colon for this special "Bronx Takeover" edition. The all Bronx lineup features actress, speaker and author April Hernandez Castillo to discuss her newest book "Embracing Me." Plus music sensation April Rose on her hit single "Unstoppable" and her burgeoning career. The panel also shares the impact of Salsa legend Johnny Pacheco and Hip-Hop pioneer Prince Markie D on the culture. RIP to Johnny and Mark. Support Texas relief efforts and continue to hold Republican officials in Texas accountable for #ERCOT disaster. Uptown Baby!

    Valentine's Day Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2021 55:07


    Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes host this week's Valentine's Day Special. Angel and Isamac Figueroa share how service has been the center of their love affair. Certified Sex Coach Ana Lopez joins us to discuss how to back in touch with intimacy during COVID season.  Collazo and Reyes also update us on this week's news headlines. 

    Boricua Social Media All-Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 74:55


    Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega welcome the "Boricua Social Media All Stars" to Found In Translation/Bomba Live simulcast. Funky Bacalao, Cooking With Omi, Dean Huertas, J3RSYRICAN and Ivelissa Riendo y Comiendo join us to share their favorite moments as Latino Social Media influencers and what's next for their brands. Collazo and Vega also analyze AOC's epic IG Live and other news headlines. Plus, a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT you won't want to miss!

    Unleash Your Inner Mogul In 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 57:47


    Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli is joined by Uber Publicist/PR guru Barbara Lizzet Sanchez to get you ready to unleash your inner mogul in 2021. Sanchez has guided careers of legends like Snoop Dog, T-Boz and Danny Trejo. Sanchez also shared why she is passionate about supporting single mothers' achieve their dreams. Plus music from "los nenes del reggaetón" Chily y Topo!

    Black/Latino Agenda In 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 63:48


    Host Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts/advocates Kyle Darby, Dom Miller and Cynthia Santiago to discuss the Black and Latino agenda in 2021. The panel lays out how we work together to advocate for equitable policies around COVID relief, immigration, economic recovery and criminal justice reform. Plus, new music by Salsero Luis Espada!

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    American As Arroz Con Gandules

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 64:57


    Host Ray Collazo updates us on what this week's election results in Georgia and subsequent coup attempt mean for us. Collazo is joined by CEO of Luna Sol Media Danay Escanaverino to discuss the Clubhouse App phenomenon. Tiffany Sierra of Cocina Sierra comes back to prepare us some Arroz con Gandules. Que viva America!      

    2020 New Years Celebration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 68:57


    Host Ray Collazo celebrates the New Year by sharing highlights of his favorite moments from 2020. Collazo along with cohosts, producers and special guests had you covered through 2020 with provocative coverage of COVID19, Elections, the hottest news/social media headlines, incredible musical performances and celebrity appearances. Enjoy the highlights and Happy 2021!

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    Virtual Puerto Rican Parranda

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 68:58


    This week was a "Virtual Puerto Rican Parranda" crossover episode featuring shows "Love Shouldn't Hurt" "Found In Translation" and "Bomba Live." Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega are joined by musical artists Fabiola Mendez and Enchategui leading the parranda live from Puerto Rico.  The parranda included appearances from Shirley Santos, Miguel and Iliana from ToyQuest101, Tiffany Sierra of Cocina Sierra, David From Puerto Rican Flags Up and music from Aleyda Santos. Thanks for show Producers Elbert Garcia and Rey Velez and enjoy a blessed Holiday Season. 

    Urban Jibaro, Selena and Bad Bunny Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 65:19


    Found In Translation/Bomba Live Crossover: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Content Guru/Activist George "Urban Jibaro" Torres to share his personal COVID recovery story. Dionely Reyes and Tania Valencia join to break down the Selena Netflix series and why Bad Bunny is winning 2020. 

    Poetic Transition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 74:05


    Found In Translation/Bomba Live! is back! Host Ray Collazo is joined by Javier Cuebas on life as a Puerto Rican on Biden campaign and what to expect from his Presidency. Dr. Karen Jaime returns to pay homage to legendary founder of Nuyorican Cafe Miguel Algarin. Politics, poetry, chisme, news, music y mucho mas!

    Counting On The Votes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 46:55


    Host Ray Collazo provides analysis on this crazy election. The latest updates on election state of play, the Latino Vote story and what this means for our politics in 2021. Yes, 2021 will be here one day. Collazo also discusses the power of the 'Big Dawg.' Episode also includes special appearances from Frankie Negron, Eli Castro, Mia Mendez, Fabiola Mendez and Heidi Ann Rosa.

    Election Night Update....Ay Dios Mio

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 58:46


    Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia provide first reactions to you night one of election results. Collazo and Garcia update you ramifications of a strong Trump performance, frustrating Florida, the Latino 'white supremacy problem' and what to expect for the rest of the election cycle.  Episode dedicated to all of the organizers and activists that did they could to save our democracy this election cycle. Win or lose, you are champions. 

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