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Beyond the box score lay an unending supply of wonderful sports stories, from communities that have for far too long been shut out from the national discussion. The En Fuego Podcast is dedicated to bringing emerging communities more of the spotlight, high

Gabe Zaldivar


    • Dec 21, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 18 EPISODES


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    Ep 17: The En Fuego Podcast: Sports Charities

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 89:29


    ‘Tis the season for giving. And to end season one of what has been a wonderful season, we are highlighting just a few of the hardest working sports charities out there. We dive in and discover the work they are doing and the remarkable origins stories behind these foundations: 4Mom; The Jaime and Blanca Jarrin Foundation; Baseball for All; Soccer Without Borders; and The Notah Begay III Foundation.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 16: The En Fuego Podcast: Brenda Villa and The Infinite Race's Bernardo Ruiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 47:36


    Brenda Villa is a four-time Olympic medalist and gold-medal winner. But her mission to shape water polo for the better is just getting started. Bernardo Ruiz is an acclaimed documentary director whose latest film centers on the Tarahumara people of Mexico. These two stories delve deep into the heart of issues that need all of our attention.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Brenda Villa:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/olympic-water-polo-legend-brenda-villa-is-on-a-mission Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 15: S. Preston

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 55:15


    It doesn't take much to leave an indelible mark. S. Preston is the renowned artist who has brought minimalism to the greatest ballparks and arenas. He gives us insight into his story and how he came to become one of the most beloved sports artists around.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on S. Preston:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/-artist-s-preston-uses-love-of-sports-to-create-minimalist-marvels  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 14: The En Fuego Podcast: Ricki Ortiz and Nick Gabaldon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 48:13


    Ricki Ortiz is a renowned gamer who dominates whatever fighting game you get in front of her. She talks about her remarkable life and how she became the face of a global campaign for Absolut. We also delve into the important story that is Nick Gabaldon and the diversity that could have been within surfing.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Ricki Ortiz:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/ricki-ortiz-is-breaking-free-in-amazing-new-absolut-campaign   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 13: The En Fuego Podcast: NDN Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 61:52


    When you notice a remarkable lack of representation, what do you do? For Brent Cahwee and John Harjo, the answer was to launch a website dedicated to the Native American sports landscape. Now 20 years later and NDN Sports is still going strong.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on NDN Sports:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/ndn-sports-a-website-dedicated-to-the-native-american-athlete  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 12: Entre Rounds

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 55:24


    MMA continues to grow in amazing ways with the UFC leading the charge. A show that is also gorwing is dedicated to bringing Latinos around the world along for the ride. Entre Rounds joins the show to talk about their journey and their perspective on MMA and the Hispanic market.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Entre Rounds:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/entre-rounds-is-bringing-latino-soul-to-the-mma-party Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 11: Chris Nikic

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 50:56


    Chris Nikic made history. He is now the only person with Down syndrome to complete the arduous endeavor that is an IRONMAN competition. His feat is not only a joyous occasion, it's one that champions inclusion. He, his father Nik and coach Dan Grieb go in-depth on the journey toward this record-breaking moment.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Alberto Hernández:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/alberto-hernandez-is-creating-profound-stories-one-hat-at-a-time More on Will Navarro:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/kobe-bryant-rams-will-navarro-is-bringing-heart-to-sports-photography  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 10: Will Navarro and Alberto Hernández

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 52:51


    This one goes out to all the creators out there, the people dedicated to their craft and sharing their passion with others. This week we talk to Will Navarro, a sports photographer on the rise. And we also chat with Alberto Hernández, your favorite athlete's favorite hat maker.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Alberto Hernández:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/alberto-hernandez-is-creating-profound-stories-one-hat-at-a-time More on Will Navarro:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/kobe-bryant-rams-will-navarro-is-bringing-heart-to-sports-photography  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 9: The En Fuego Podcast: Pancho Villa's Army

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 46:02


    Members of Pancho Villa's Army join the podcast to highlight their amazing community. We also discuss El Tri, being Mexican American and growing up with a passion for football.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Pancho Villa's Army:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/pancho-villas-army-is-much-more-than-the-worlds-greatest-fans  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 8: The En Fuego Podcast: Walter Thompson-Hernández and Jay Mendoza

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 62:14


    Welcome to the human experience. While the answer to life may elude us, we can certainly answer the important questions, such as what makes us laugh and what does identity truly mean? We talk with Walter Thompson-Hernández and Jay Mendoza, two people who know a thing or two about those subjects.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Walter Thompson-Hernández:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/lifes-great-question-with-walter-thompson-hern%C3%A1ndez  https://www.si.com/enfuego/culture/walter-thompson-hernandez-is-telling-the-stories-that-matter  More on Jay Mendoza:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/jay-mendoza-is-lifting-latino-comedy-to-new-heights  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 7: The En Fuego Podcast: Scrappers Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 67:27


    Mike Salinas started very literally picking up scraps from around San Jose. He's built an empire that now includes Top Fuel Drag racing. His daughters Jasmine and Jianna are now taking over the family business in more ways than one.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Scrappers Racing:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/mike-salinas-scrappers-racing-and-the-unrelenting-power-of-family Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 6: Camila Jaber and Irma Garcia

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 48:47


    Let's hear it for the trailblazers among us, the people who are busting doors wide open and looking behind to make sure there is enough room for future generations. This week we have the pleasure of speaking with Irma Garcia, the first Latina athletic director at an NCAA Division I program. We also catch up with Camila Jaber who is a Mexican free diver using her sport as a platform to raise awareness for water conservation.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Irma Garcia:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/irma-garcia-is-much-more-than-a-pioneer  More on Camila Jaber:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/free-diver-camila-jaber-is-out-to-save-the-world-and-its-water  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/camila-jaber-is-chasing-a-dream-and-finding-peace-in-the-journey  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 5: The En Fuego Podcast: Lorena Ochoa and Rafael Alarcon

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 63:24


    Lorena Ochoa's career was like a captivating firework display, brilliant and majestic but brief. But in those years she was on tour she managed to situate herself among the best to ever play the game. She discusses her evolution as a golfer and what she is up to now a few years into retirement. We also get to chat with her lifelong friend and coach Rafael Alarcon, someone revolutionizing the game in Mexico.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Lorena Ochoa:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/lorena-ochoa-continues-to-elevate-golf-in-inspiring-ways  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 4: Jaime, Jorge, Stefan Jarrín and Building a Dodger Legacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 66:52


    Jaime Jarrín came to this country not knowing a thing about baseball. Over 60 years later he is a Dodgers institution. His son now calls games in the same booth and the influence the family has had on the organization spans three generations.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on the Jarríns:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/the-incomparable-jaime-jarr%C3%ADn-on-living-the-great-american-dream  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/jarr%C3%ADn-legacy-continues-to-shape-the-dodgers-and-latino-community  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 3: Michaela DePrince and Calvin Royal III

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 49:25


    The ballet world is tragically devoid of color. Seeing a Black or brown dancer is still a rare occurrence, but that doesn't mean there aren't prominent ballerinas changing the face of the dance world. This week we meet Michaela DePrince and Calvin Royal III, two dancers who are leading the charge in the performing arts.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on Michaela DePrince and Calvin Royal III:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/michaela-deprince-and-calvin-royal-iii-are-changing-the-face-of-ballet  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 2: James Worthy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 51:36


    Welcome to a special episode of The En Fuego Podcast. It's not often that you get to speak with a living legend like James Worthy. And it's even more astounding to find yourself in front of someone with so much life wisdom. The Lakers icon breaks down some hilarious stories about the old school NBA and also delves into more pertinent issues about the state of race in America.   You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More on James Worthy:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/james-worthy-protests-president-trump-and-drew-brees  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/the-nba-according-to-lakers-legend-james-worthy Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Ep 1: The Hustle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 58:25


    Welcome to the first episode of The En Fuego Podcast. This week is all about that hustle outside of sports, finding a way to harness passion and fortitude and turn that into a successful business model. Leading off with a story on how perseverance matters, we also have immersive discussions with the Chicago Cubs' Jason Heyward as well as athlete and business mogul Santia Deck.  You can find more stories like this at En Fuego on Sports Illustrated as well as on Twitter at @EnFuegoNow and Instagram @EnFuegoNow More On Jason Heyward:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/jason-heyward-and-chicago-cubs-set-example-on-astounding-night-of-protest More On Santia Deck:  https://www.si.com/enfuego/news/santia-deck-is-busy-making-history More about Beto Perez and Zumba:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EK5vNYj7IbY https://www.rd.com/article/meet-the-man-behind-zumba-beto-perez/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

    Introducing The En Fuego Podcast with Gabe Zaldivar

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 8:39


    Coming soon, a podcast that delves deep into the sports world to find inspirational stories from communities deserving of more of the spotlight. This trailer features James Worthy, Harold Reynolds, Jorge Jarrin, Michaela DePrince and Jason Heyward.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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