Salvis Unidos Podcast

This season we're bringing you more things than ever! Our mission has always been to find ways to connect Salvadorans everywhere and we've been hard at work to find ways to make that happen. First, we have a brand new Discord server for Salvis Unidos. Discord servers are community spaces where you can chat with friends and like-minded people. Join the conversation and stay in touch with other Salvis on our server! We're also bringing back our world Salvis stories for this season! We are searching for Salvadorans in the furthest reaches of the globe and we can't wait to share all the amazing stories we find! This season, we're also collaborating with Guanaco To English! Every episode we'll feature a new word in Caliche from Guanaco To English illustrated dictionary. Listen and learn new Salvi slang! Lastly and most importantly, we are now on Patreon. Patreon is a platform where you can support content creators. We want to grow Salvis Unidos and we want to support the Salvadoran musicians that let us use their work on the show. We also want to hire Salvadoran talent to help us with production and graphic design. But we need your help. Your donations will help us support the Salvadoran community in ways we never dreamed possible.  We hope our podcast helps you feel closer to other Salvadorans. Maybe you'll find a new favorite artist or a new small business to support. Maybe you'll make a new friend. At the very least, we hope you walk away with pride and renewed love for El Salvador and all its people.  Season 4 launches soon! We'll see you then and every two weeks after with a new episode.  Nos vemos. Salu! Music: 9th Avenida by Manyula Dance Club Support us on Patreon!  

In the conclusion of our season finale, we continue our journey around the world to meet more Salvadorans. This time we listen to stories in English. We travel to Australia, Singapore, Finland, the United Kingdom, and Spain. Salvadorans are a global community and it's about time we connect to our cousins beyond the United States. Rafael - @the90sdude - Australia Karla - @bikeswimcookies - Singapore Julian - @eljuliam - Finland Elisabeth - @elisabethvillalta -Spain David - @mbj_503 - England Caroline - @itscarocaro - Australia Music: “See You Soon” by Amnesica “Etereo” by Mauricio “Ya No Estas” by AR Ferdinand “Todo Vos” by Nadine Masri “44” by Gabriela Triste “Al Otro Lado” by Carlos Galicia

En el final de nuestra tercera temporada, viajamos por el mundo para conocer a Salvadoreños en todos los rincones del globo. En esta primera parte escucharemos historias en español de cuatro continentes. Conoceremos a Astrid en Argentina, Eduardo en Canadá, Walter en España, Daniel en Sri Lanka, y Edwin en Japón. La comunidad Salvadoreña es global y ya es tiempo que nos conectemos con nuestros hermanos lejanos más allá de los Estados Unidos. Show resources: Astrid - @rosalbabarillas - Argentina Eduardo - @eduardo.hernandez.__ - Canadá Walter - @waltermarinsv - Espana Daniel - @crystal_roots-macrame -Sri Lanka Edwin - @japan503_port - Japon - Japan503 YouTube SalvisUnidos.com Music: "Samba Son" by Proyecto Acústico  "BLÖD" by Sander “Making Me" by Blue Zef “100 Millas” by Cáthia ありのままで by Carol Hills “Puskas” by Zaki

Looking for a single source of information that captures the resurgence of film in El Salvador? Hablemos de Cine, founded by Jose Rosales, is a podcast and documentary that delves into the world of film in El Salvador from regulations, to finances, to the challenges women face. But that's not all, Hablemos de Cine is also striving to enable anyone in the world to support the film industry in El Salvador via a digital platform with three main objectives: education, community and service. Show resources: Hablemosdecinesv.com Lienzo en Blanco - articulo en español  Polvo de Gallo, dir. Julio Lopez Fernandez - Trailer Antes La Lluvia - articulo en español  La Tenchis YouTube Channel Hoy - Trailer Music: "Quiero Cambiar" by Carrot

Ana Margarita Gasteazoro fue una activista, militante, y organizadora durante la Guerra Civil de El Salvador. Cuenta su historia en el libro “Diganle a mi Madre que estoy en el Paraíso.” Falleció en los 90s pero su amiga Judy Blankenship guardó su historia y con la ayuda de MUPI, Tania Primavera, y otros, publicaron su libro en español en 2019 y en inglés en 2022. Hablamos del proceso de publicar el libro y de la importancia de resaltar historias de mujeres en la guerra. Show resources: Museo de la Palabra y de la Imagen Judy Blankenship Blog "Tell  Other I'm in Paradise" at independent bookstores "Tell Mother I'm in Paradise" in at McNally Jackson in NY "Tell Mother I'm in Paradise" at Powell's Books in Oregon "Tell Mother I'm in Paradise" at Broadway Books in Oregon "Tell Mother I'm in Paradise" at Alabama Press McNally Jackon - Indie bookstore in NY Music: "Detengan la Guerra" by Los Tachos

At an early age Steve was taught that artistic talent is not enough, you need to unlock the power to tell your own stories. This drives his passion to advocate for the importance of children's literature and stories that reflect our own culture. He hopes to influence younger generations to find their own voice, write their own tales, and represent themselves in their art, just as he strives to do. Show resources: TropicSalvi.com LatinoStories.com Tropic Salvi on Instagram Salvadoran Writer's Path SalvisWhoLunch Music: "BLÖD" by Sander

If you have a podcast, want to start one, or just love listening, then Elsie is the voice to follow. Elsie is a Salvadoran podcasting mentor, thought leader, and hall-of-famer. We talk about the latino podcast audience and why it's important to create content that reflects our communities. We also talk about the cultural and economic barriers of entry into the world of podcasting for women and immigrants.  Elsie Escobar is podcasting veteran and inductee to the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame. She is a podcasting advocate, pundit, and mentor to primarily women podcasting leaders. She's co-host and co-founder of the She Podcasts show and community. She's also co-host/producer of Libsyn's The Feed. Show resources: She Podcasts Latino Podcast (non) Listener Report  2021 - Video Elsie's Yoga Class on Apple Podcasts Elsie on Podchaser Libsyn's The Feed with Elsie and Rob The Elsie Escobar on Twitter Music: “The Way I Really Am” by Carol Hills

When it comes to sports, Salvadoran athletes don't always have the most resources or support, but what they lack in sponsorship, they make up for in heart and dedication. Joaquin tells us about his fencing journey on and off the strip, the challenges he faced as a Salvadoran and the doors he had to knock on to keep his dream alive.

¿Quién dice que el Salvador no tiene música? En los 90s, artistas rebeldes como Carlos Galicia gozaban de la escena musical surgente en los bares de San Salvador. Desde Broncco hasta Carrot y Snif, Carlos nos cuenta de la música original Salvadoreña y de la importancia de tener orgullo de nuestra propia música. Artistas Salvadoreños: Broncco  Boneyard (Jardín de Huesos) Prueba de Sonido Jhosse Lora Ovni Crisol Roberto Salamanca Alvaro Torres Rafael Alfaro Nativa Geranio Adrenalina Protocolo 2 Natalia Cantalejo Camelo Ran42k La Iguana La Pepa Adhesivo Los Tachos Nadine Masri Pamela Robin Carrot Snif Zaki Show resources: “Reactivar” album solo por Carlos Galicia “Hecho en El Salvador” Playlist on Spotify Carlos Galicia en Instagram Carlos Galicia en Facebook Music: "Al Otro Lado" by Carlos Galicia

Some of us are lucky to have a mom or an abuelita to teach us how to cook food from home. For the rest of us, there's “Delicious El Salvador,” an award-winning Salvadoran cookbook by Alicia Maher. Alicia's mission is to preserve our culture and teach the next generation of the diaspora that our food can compete on a world stage. Alicia was born in Santa Ana, El Salvador and moved to Los Angeles when she was 19. She learned to cook from her mother, grandmother, aunts and friends. She is an award-winning author, a food historian, a cooking instructor, and most of all, a proud Salvadorena.  Show resources: DeliciousElSalvador.com Buy Delicious El Salvador at LA Library Store Delicious El Salvador on Etsy Buy Delicious El Salvador on Amazon Alicia's Salvadoran Food History Lecture Music:"Ya No Estas" by AR Ferdinand Share your thoughts: Share show on social media Leave review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Subscribe!

When people say they'll pursue something to the ends of the earth, it's usually hyperbole. Not so when you're talking to Andrea. She learned to ride a bike as an adult and loved it so much she decided to ride thousands of miles to the tip of South America. She is hoping to reach Ushuaia, also known as the end of the world. Show resources: Andrea's Instagram Capital Bike Share - DC Public Bike Rentals Citi Bikes - NYC Public Bike Rentals BikePacking.com for bike routes and community Andrea Molina in the Surly Bike Blog Paola Rendoro's Instagram Music:"Noda Lova" by Ran42k

Two women, two generations, and the common human struggle. Daniel Larios's short films explore the subtleties of human emotion, memory, and connection. His latest, Superestar, shows us the world of a pop star and a bathroom attendant are not so different after all. Show resources: DanielLarios.com Daniel's Instagram "De Nada" on Vimeo "Memorama" on Vimeo

Had you met Jocelyn as a baby with a broken neck, back, and feet you might not have said she was born to run. However, what is undeniable is that she was born to be a warrior. She overcame her injuries to become a world record marathon runner. Now she's inspiring girls, women, and humanity to reach their goals by simply putting one foot in front of the other.

There's nothing like waking up to a cup of coffee. Why not use coffee to wake up the world to the wonder that is El Salvador? Cristian hopes to do just that with Don Leo Coffee, the only one hundred percent Salvadoran produced coffee in the world. Forget the chains and the instant stuff, grab some Don Leo and see what El Salvador is made of.

Kelli looks to her past, her culture, and her community to build something much bigger than just another jewelry boutique. The collaborative space she's created bridges the gap between the world and artists in El Salvador. Whether you miss home or want to learn more about our beautiful country, Kelmari Designs brings El Salvador to you with amor, alegría, y cultura.

Campos abiertos, volcanes, y montañas. Nada te para cuando corres con tu mejor amigo. En Canicross un humano y un perro forman un equipo inquebrantable que corre en un ambiente natural al aire libre. Escuchen y aprendan cómo llegó este deporte al Salvador y a donde llevará nuestra comunidad.

Today we're taking you to Los Angeles to talk with comedy expert Hoozay. We're talking about what it takes to make it on the comedy stage and how to become a Tiktok star. We talk about how comedy can cross boundaries and bring people together because funny is funny in any language. ¡N'ombre, este bicho si es chistoso!

Like your favorite memory of El Salvador, El Rinconcito in Portchester aims to replicate that feeling of home and comfort. El Rinconcito is a family-owned restaurant that serves traditional Salvadoran food, builds community with social media, showcases Salvadoran art, and gives back to people in El Salvador. Music courtesy of Sonderbar SV

We are our ancestors' wildest dreams, but what do we dream of? Thanks to Karla of Brooklyn Chunches, we can dream of a future where we combine traditional Salvadoran styles, textiles, and accessories with modern street and office wear. Inspired by her grandma, Mama Yolanda, Karla brings us little pieces of home to show off our heritage.

You've played a couple of shows. You have some original songs in your back pocket. You're ready to grow, but how? Normandie Records, founded by Erick Sanchez, is an independent record company that strives to help artists navigate the complex music industry. Erick talks to us about the music industry, Somos Arte, and collaborating with creatives in El Salvador. Erick Sanchez is a Los Angeles based creative and founder of Normandie Records. Erick is also the Creator and Producer of the Somos Arte documentary series.

La gente camina por las calles con máscaras, las reuniones públicas están restringidas, y los hospitales están llenos de víctimas de la pandemia cuando Angel Lopez, un Salvadoreño, cruza la frontera de México a Texas en el año 1918. En este primer episodio hablamos con Bernie Lopez cuyo padre empieza un siglo de historias contadas por Carmen Molina Tamacas en su libro: Salvi Yorkers.

I'm Carlos Guadron, a Salvadoran-American living in New York. I'm on a journey to meet remarkable Salvadorans around the world. I want to see what makes us tick, not as individuals, but as a culture. What happens when you take a Salvadoran out of El Salvador? How do we confront the world and how does the world perceive us? I want to see all the amazing things Salvadorans have accomplished and how our culture has helped us or held us back. Welcome to Season 3 of Salvis Unidos Podcast! This season we'll bring you more amazing stories, in Spanish and English, about El Salvador and its people. We'll talk about Salvadoran food, history, culture, music, triumphs and failures. Join us on this journey and discover how diverse Salvadoran culture can really be. Music in this episode: Manos Arriba by Reyes del Bajo Mundo Salvi Nation by Crooked Stilo See You Soon by Amnesica

In season 2’s last episode, we talk to Cáthia, an accomplished Salvi singer that has traveled the world and shared the stage with big names like Prince Royce and Jennifer Lopez. She talks to us about her career, her parent’s influence, and growing up Salvadoran in the multicultural neighborhoods of New York City!

In today’s show, we talk with two professionals in the mental health field about the importance of maintaining a healthy headspace, seeking help when you need it, and dispelling the stereotypes about therapist offices. We also discuss the stigma with mental health in the Salvadoran community.

In episode 18, Eileen Markey tells us about Maura Clarke, one of four U.S. women killed in 1980 by the Salvadoran military. Her radical solidarity with the Salvadoran people ultimately led her, Ita Ford, Dorothy Kazel and Jean Donovan to share the same fate as so many Salvadorans. The killing of the churchwomen drew the attention of North Americans to the struggles of Salvadorans and forced many to face the U.S. role in the war.

En el episodio número 17, Ricardo B’atz nos cuenta del proceso para crear “Hoy,” una película independiente en El Salvador. También nos cuenta del reto para encontrar fondos, los que critican la representación negativa del Salvador, y como empezó su carrera en el cine.

In season 2’s episode number 16, Prevail talks to us about breaking, the origins of hip hop and his efforts to highlight Salvadoran culture in something we’ve always been a part of. We also talk about breaking making it into the next Olympic games and why you should never call someone a “break dancer.”

In this episode we talk with La SalvadoReina, a Salvi creative. She tells us about her father’s work helping people back in El Salvador through music, her challenges with producing music and her creative outlets of singing, songwriting, and fashion design.

The 1932 massacre of indigenous people nearly brought an end to our ancient language and culture. In the shadows, our matriarchs preserved and took care of our connection to our past. Noemi and Luz say it’s now our turn to take care of them. In this episode learn about the work  these women are doing to pass our culture on to a new generation.

El Salvador has almost a century of film history. In episode 13, Gladys, a film history hobbyist, will take us through the country’s involvement in film from the late 1800s to 2020. Whether it’s Salvadoran acting talent, directors, or on-location filming, our Pulgarcito has a long history on the silver screen.

Quien dijo que las mujeres Salvadoreñas son fuertes estaba pensando en Señora Juana. En el episodio número 12 nos cuenta de su experiencia creciendo en El Salvador durante la guerra y todas las lecciones de vida que aprendió de sus papás. Cierren los ojos y viajen. Oigan todas estas historias que así es como uno aprende.

What are the biggest problems facing the Salvadoran community in the US? In episode 11, Randy Jurado Ertll, the author and activist, talks to us about his literature, his journey, and his analysis of the current state of Salvadoran identity. The Salvadoran community has a dark, violent past but Randy says there’s hope for our future generations.

En el episodio número 10 Juan Carlos Guerra nos cuenta como un niño rebelde llegó a ser compositor y por qué la música clásica es para todos. Nos cuenta de la gran obra de crear obras, la importancia de conocer nuestra propia cultura, y que la música se escucha con el corazón.

Puppets help us see the magic all around us no matter our age. Today, David Bizzaro talks to us about his journey from production into puppetry. He explains how his mother’s grit and a little lie eventually led him to be an Emmy winning puppeteer.

El Museo de la Palabra y la Imagen, también conocido como MUPI,  trabaja para preservar la historia y memoria histórica de El Salvador. En el episodio número ocho, Tania nos cuenta un poco de su trabajo y de la historia del museo También nos relata  de la Matanza de 1932 y de Salarrué, uno de los artistas más importantes del Salvador.

Puchica, que yuca es el caliche. Pero no se preocupen. En el episodio número siete hablamos con Diego Argueta, el autor de Guanco to English, un diccionario ilustrado. Con Humberto Perez, el protagonista del diccionario, llegamos a entender que los Salvadoreños somos bien cachimbones y que el español guanaco es bien chivo.

The matriarchs in our lives pass on more than recipes. They inspire us, teach us strength, grit and ensure our heritage survives through generations. Herencia Cookbook is a Salvi-Mex cookbook written by Benadettte Molina to honor the matriarchs in her family and to pass down our food heritage to future generations.

Somos Arte: The Creative Movement of El Salvador is a documentary series highlighting contemporary artists in post-war El Salvador. Erick Sanchez and Jonathan Barrera, both Salvadorans, are the creators behind the project. In this episode they talk about all the love, passion, and work that went into creating this love letter to El Salvador.

La ópera es para todos y Mario sueña con hacerla accesible a todo el mundo. En este episodio Mario nos cuenta de su trayectoria como tenor, su trabajo humanitario, y su orgullo como representante de El Salvador. También nos cuenta de el esfuerzo para la reconstrucción del Teatro Jiboa en San Vicente, un gran logro para la cultura y arte en nuestro pulgarcito.

Bienvenidos al tercer episodio de la segunda temporada! Este episodio está completamente en español! Hoy hablamos con Emily Urias de Belu Cacao. No es solo una empresa de chocolate artesanal, si no que todo un esfuerzo para poner El Salvador en grande a nivel mundial. Escucha y ayuda a Emily convertir a El Salvador al país del chocolate!

Today we’re talking to the author of Pepe and Pako - Cross Country Adventure, a book to inspire curiosity in children of all ages. From a disheveled child with coal on her face to the elegant Salvadoran mom she is today, Karen speaks about the importance of imagination and following your dreams.

Welcome to the first episode of season 2. In this episode we talk about the potential a simple game can have in connecting people and lifting up communities. AFJA is a non-profit created by Steven Levy to harness the power of play in El Salvador and Central America. Join him and board member Diana Ruano as we talk about giving back to the homeland.

Welcome new listeners and loyal followers to the second season of Salvis Unidos Podcast.

The feeling of not belonging here nor there, a lack of positive representation of Salvadorans is what drove Niko to start Cipotes. A New York City based online community dedicated to uniting Salvadorans and showcasing our accomplishments around the world for over 7 years. In this episode, turn up that pride to eleven, embrace our accomplishments, and show off our positivity with Niko from Cipotes.

Finding yourself as a teenager is a strenuous process. It’s even harder when you have to hide the most important aspects of who you are. As a queer undocumented Salvadoran, Hazel hid the best parts of herself until theater allowed her to open up. Get artsy, don a black turtleneck, a beret, and get up on stage or behind it with Hazel Hernandez.

Karla feels most at home surrounded by family at the dinner table sharing Salvadoran food and stories. Her project SalviSoul aims to document both the recipes and the legacy of Salvadoran women. So grab a plate, share some stories, and nourish your belly and your soul with Karla Vasquez of SalviSoul!

Perseverance, grit, creativity, these are all Vanessa’s middle names. When most fear to take the first step, Vanessa takes off running. This single mother of three will find a way to swim when the world is sinking. Find out how Vanessa, despite life obstacles, built an organization to create a better future for young women in El Salvador. Take action, free minds in your free time, and get it done with Vanessa Gutierrez.

To get to know the different sides of Sueey, you need a little bit of caution and intuition, but la experiencia will leave you with an authentic sense of the beauty of El Salvador and her people. Powered by her indigenous roots, committed to helping out her community, Sueey explains why it’s important to work for the next generation. Dust off that easel, sharpen those colored pencils, and leave your mark with Sueey Gutierrez.

How many of us have been one bad choice away from going down the wrong path? Growing up Salvi in the US has its risks and challenges. In this political climate, we often feel alone and unwanted. It’s not always pretty, but this is our home. So let’s seek support from friends and family as we all try to understand these days.

It’s another hot and humid afternoon in El Pulgarcito, and a lone man looks through yellowed papers in a dark, muggy archive room. Exasperated he pushes back his chair and looks up. He knows the stories he’s looking for aren’t written down yet. Grab your grandma, a notebook, and get ready to create memoria historica with Andree Pena. Andree is a radical, anti-capitalist, anarchist organizer from South Central, Los Angeles. Inspired by the different ideologies he believes popular education is a necessary ingredient in social movements. The son of Salvadoran war refugees and Guatemalan political refugees means Central America is close to his heart, as is visible through his page: Salvi History.

Wearing a tuxedo at a gala, rowing across the Long Island sound . . . no, I’m not talking about James Bond. Ulises dedicates his energy and passion to serving others whether he’s doing work for adults with intellectual disabilities or children in El Salvador. In this episode, strap on some cleats and score some goals with Ulises Cartagena. Ulises is a first generation Salvadoran-American from Long Island, New York. His parents come from San Miguel, El Salvador. He served in the United States Marine Corps, served as an educator and advocate for a family violence and rape crisis center, and now continues to serve the community by working in development for one of the foremost nonprofit organizations in the Northeast that supports people with intellectual disabilities. He is also the Co-Founder of Pazitos, an organization that supports underprivileged youth in El Salvador through the power of soccer while promoting a fun and healthy environment. He is committed to his work in helping and supporting those in need with love and conviction. Brentwood, Hempstead, Huntington Station Long Island Salvis coming together Pressure to assimilate Power of soccer Serving in the Marines Pequeno pero fuerte The Search for Community PTSD IGHL - Independent Group Home Living Feeling out of place in high society Pazitos! Meeting goals! Show resources: Pazitos Instagram Scoring Smiles Fundraiser Tix! Pazitos Facebook Donate to Pazitos! Ulises Instagram IGHL Music: Salvi Nacion by Crooked Stilo Share your thoughts: Leave a comment below Share show on social media Leave review on iTunes Subscribe!