Found In Translation Episode 334: Host Ray Collazo is joined by new cohost Leadership Expert and Activist Adriana Rivera to discuss how we save leadership in 2019. Rivera shared her five keys to saving leadership in 2019 while Collazo explains how ignoring these lessons relates to how we got into this political mess. Rivera also shares best practices on how to integrate LGBTQ issue awareness into all of our day to day social justice work and updates us statewide advocacy efforts through her role...
Oct 12, 2019•53 min
Found In Translation Episode 333: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Director Yvan Iturriaga of web series “The North Pole” and Comedian/Director Wendy Mateo of short film “Good Mothers” to discuss how they stack truth through their creative projects. Collazo, Iturriaga and Mateo discuss how they incorporate diversity, intersectionality and their beloved cities pf Oakland and Chicago into their work. Collazo explains his controversial prediction on Trump’s eventual fate, the latest state of the Democ...
Oct 02, 2019•55 min
Found In Translation Episode 332: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Latino Comic Expo Founder Ricardo Padilla Live from Parada 22 Restaurant in San Francisco. The Padilla family and activists Jenn Caban and Pedro Silva join Collazo to have a conversation about how gentrification, inadequate 0-Pre K funding and the national political climate impact Latinos and working people in the Bay Area while eating at the best Puerto Rican restaurant on the West Coast. We also discussed the impact of 9-1...
Sep 12, 2019•52 min
Found In Translation Episode 331: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia are joined by educators Eva Mendez and Tania Valencia to discuss how parents, advocates and educators can support our children as the school year begins. Valencia and Mendez share how to affirm our children’s identity, develop ambitious buy achievable standards and support parent engagement. Valencia also updates us on the issues impact English Language Learners that lawmakers need to prioritize moving forward. Collazo and Gar...
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 2 min
James Garcia and our friends at Vanguardia America have begun a weekly news podcast to recap the top news impacting Latinos nationwide. Subscribe to Vanguardia America’s newsletter and podcast. On this week’s podcast , 5 of 7 killed by Odessa mass shooter were Latino, Tucson slated to pick 1st Latina mayor and CNN airing Linda Ronstadt documentary. Thanks Vanguardia America for sharing podcast with Found In Translation Family....
Sep 05, 2019•4 min
Found In Translation Episode 330: The Found In Translation Talk Show airs this week’s “Latinos Work For Climate Change” forum in Phoenix, Arizona featuring Congressman Ruben Gallego, Monica Villalobos of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Supervisor Liz Archuleta, Gloria Montano of CHISPA, Sandy Whitley of the Citizen Climate Lobby, Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo and Victor Contreras of Chicanos Por La Causa. The panel discusses how to engage Latinos in the Climate Change movement and how ...
Aug 30, 2019•1 hr 3 min
Found In Translation Episode 329: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Margo Porras of the “Books vs. Movies” Podcast for part II of our Live show from Barrio Logan/Chicano Park community of San Diego. Porras and Collazo discuss her book “Growing Up In La Colonia” and a variety of topics with special guests. James Garcia of Vanguardia Arizona shares his thoughts on the state of Latino media; Naomi Shelton of KIPP Foundation on why Presidential candidates should be talking about education; Nissi...
Aug 23, 2019•59 min
Found In Translation Episode 328: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special co-hosts Margo Porras of the “Books vs. Movies” Podcast and ‘The Cuban Lion’ Nissim Leon for a very special two part show live from the Por Vida Café in the Barrio Logan/Chicano Park community of San Diego. Porras shares the legacy of Chicano Park and how it symbolizes the history of resistance and community for Latinos in San Diego. Max Gonzales of Chicanos Por La Causa in Phoenix, Arizona joins the crew to discuss the shar...
Aug 16, 2019•48 min
Found In Translation Episode 327: Ray Collazo analyzes the potential impact on the recently announced “Public Charge Rule” on immigrants and all Americans. Collazo also shares what this announcement really means for our politics and where we can find information to advocate for our immigrant families moving forward. Flippin’ Texas: The most important announcement that will impact 2020 elections took place today with the news that activist Cristina TzinTzun Ramirez has entered Senate Race in Texa...
Aug 13, 2019•30 min
Found In Translation Episode 326: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce to discuss this week’s hottest headlines. Latinos Under Attack: The tragedies of El Paso, Dayton and Mississippi make it clear that Latinos are literally under attack in this country. What do we do now to protect each other and unite for real change? And what does Collazo strongly believe we SHOULD NOT do to combat this wave of hate? Our Beloved Morri...
Aug 09, 2019•52 min
We're back for Night 2 and another post- #DemDebate discussion! Did Uncle Joe show that he can lead with a vision rather than defend his record? Did Karmala Harris and Julian Castro build on their strong performances in Miami? Was about housing, TPS or what just happened in Puerto Rico? Found in Translation host Rafael Collazo and producer Elbert Garcia are joined by a trio of seasoned #PoCPundits to answer those questions and more. Featuring former PA Democatic Party Communications Director Abe...
Aug 01, 2019•1 hr 17 min
Leo A Perales of the The Perales Report joins the Found in Translation crew Tuesday night to discuss what went down on the first night of the Democratic debate in Detroit. Warren and Sanders shine, but others like Wlliamson and Bullock capture the spotlight. As do GOP framing around healthcare, immigration and the economy. And let's not forget Puerto Rico -- cause everyone sure did. The question remains -- on the heels of last week's People's Convention and in the middle of a slew of summer conf...
Jul 31, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 323
Found In Translation Episode 323: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Kyle Darby of REFORM Alliance. Panel discusses what this historic moment for Puerto Rico means for the island, the diaspora and U.S. politics. What lessons can we learn from island’s movement that was able to get Governor to resign in merely two weeks? Kyle Darby shares goals and strategies to reform criminal justice system in Pennsylvania and throughout the country. How can people get involved to organize for an...
Jul 26, 2019•51 min
Found In Translation Episode 322: Host Ray Collazo shares his thoughts on historic moment of Puerto Rican resistance, calling on Governor Ricardo Rossello, Jr. to resign. Collazo discusses how we got to this moment and how Rossello's shameful performance on Fox New epitomizes the colonial mentality. What challenges lay ahead for Puerto Rican people? He predicts fate of Governor Rossello and reveals who he believes should run for governor (you may be surprised). Listen to the personal thoughts of...
Jul 23, 2019•52 min
Episode #321: How long will Gov. Rosello survive in PR? NBC News' Nicole Acevedo and community activists Madeleine Villanueva and Jason Ortiz join the Found in Translation podcast to discuss the situation on the island. Is this a moment or a movement for the Puerto Rican diaspora? PLUS: Our thoughts on President Trump's racist remarks against the squad and the our initial thoughts on the next Dem debate in Detroit.
Jul 19, 2019•1 hr 34 min
Found In Translation Episode 320: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest co-hosts Christina Vega and Zulma Robles. Crew discusses the power of leadership, the latest news headlines of disgraced leaders from Washington, the Border and Puerto Rico and summer Salsa dancing. Collazo also analyzes the rise of Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kamala Harris in the polls and what’s next for Senator Bernie Sanders and Julian Castro. Support the Love Shouldn’t Hurt Campaign that assists violence of domestic vio...
Jul 12, 2019•48 min
Found In Translation Episode 318: Ray Collazo, Yashira “Yaya” Rivera and Samantha Gonzalez discuss the personal cost of the ongoing border crisis. What do we do with the anger we live with everyday as immigrants are literally being tortured by our government? And how do we manage the guilt many of us face with the feeling that we are not doing enough? From the border to our streets, our community is experiencing attacks and stigmas around mental health. How do we help each other break the stigma...
Jul 02, 2019•45 min
Biden, Harris, Bernie, Mayor Pete and whole slot of others were looking to make it past Night 2 and onto Detroit next month. Who won? Who lost? Whose message most resonated with people of color? Law@the Margins' Elbert Garcia, James Garcia of Vanguard Arizona join Rafael Collazo discuss these questions and more as they recap the second night of the first Democratic Party Presidential debate on June 27th.
Jun 28, 2019•1 hr 24 min
Law@the Margins' Elbert Garcia Ray to lead an onine discussion just after the first Democratic Party Presidential debate on June 26th. Who won? Who lost? Whose message most resonated with people of color? Join us as we invite folks to tell us their take on the debate's first night and if anyone positioned themselves to be the next President of the United States.
Jun 27, 2019•1 hr 27 min
Found In Translation Episode 315: Found In Translation with Host Ray Collazo is back to discuss this week’s political headlines with co-host Elbert Garcia. Collazo and Garcia analyze the coverage of AOC’s ‘Concentration Camp’ analogy and the true crisis facing our country. Garcia reveals who is trying to take political advantage of this situation. Collazo and Garcia preview the upcoming Presidential debates and the lessons learned from the successful passage of the “Green Light Bill” in New York...
Jun 21, 2019•1 hr 15 min
Found In Translation Episode 314: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Edwin Desamour to discuss what fatherhood means in 2019. Desamour and Collazo touch on a wide range of topics related to unique challenges of fatherhood for Latino men from the inner city. Associate Producer Samantha Gonzalez joined the conversation to provide her perspective as a daughter. Speaking of daughters, “The Dominican Baller” Jorge Martinez joins show to discuss the special experience of being the father to his daughters. ...
Jun 14, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 313: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera broadcast Live from the opening night of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival. Collazo and Rivera are joined on the red carpet by festival organizers Marangeli Mejia-Rabell and Laiza Montanez to discuss the need to highlight Latino representation in film. Collazo and Rivera also interview leaders Yvette Nunez and Fernando Torres about what the festival means to Latinos in Philadelphia. Torres also updates us on the TPS Bill...
May 31, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 312: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest host Monica Parrilla. The “Comadre of North Philly” and Ray discuss this week’s hottest headlines: What’s Next For North Philly? Collazo and Parrilla discuss what Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez means for Philadelphia and what’s lessons did we learn from Tuesday’s elections. Opiod Crisis: Kensington community of Philadelphia is ground zero of Opiod Crisis for region. Why are Latinos bearing brunt of crisis and what can b...
May 24, 2019•49 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 311: Host Ray Collazo breaks down what this week’s news related to abortion rights and immigration means for us now and in the upcoming 2020 elections. He shares the real agenda behind these state abortion laws and how women of color could be greatly impacted. Collazo also reveals his analysis and endorsements for the upcoming Primary Elections in Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 21st. Collazo is joined by special guest Vanessa Cardenas of the Joe Biden for President campaign ...
May 17, 2019•45 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 310: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Julie Viera and Chantel Brown of the Viera Vida Radio Show. Viera Vida Experience: Julie and Chantel discuss how they have crafted the Viera Vida brand to be a platform for Latina sisterhood and unity. They explain how to take sisterhood to action and how they have used the platform to grow out of their own insecurities. Mother’s Day: The crew discusses what the Mother’s in their lives mean to us; how motherhood impacts our personal and c...
May 10, 2019•52 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 309: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest hosts Yaya Rivera, Abe Amoros, Vanessa Maria Graber, Dionely Reyes and Leo Perales on this special Presidential Lotería show. This episode is a series of clips from conversations the crew has been having for months with Ray on the Presidential campaign. We provide in-depth analysis of EVERY Democratic Presidential candidate and discuss what is important to us and our community during the most important campaign cycle of our lives. L...
May 03, 2019•1 hr 19 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 308: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Yashira “Yaya” Rivera and special guest Wellness Guru Candy Calderon. Candy shares what led her to the journey to make women of color healthier and how she combines her passion for wellness with entrepreneurship. Calderon also shares the exciting news that she is bringing the “Glow Wellness Tour” to Philadelphia on June 8th. Learn about the Glow Wellness Tour and why this is a must attend event for women of color on the East Coast...
Apr 29, 2019•55 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 307: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Christina Vega. Collazo and Vega break down the breaking news of Mueller Report release and what that means four our democracy and our politics. Collazo reveals the moment today that made him exclaim “that’s cold blooded” insult to all Americans. Collazo and Vega then break down why they are fine with Trump dropping off some of our family members. Christina Vega the founder of the “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” Campaign that is supporting ...
Apr 19, 2019•49 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 306: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Dionely Reyes to break down this week’s hottest news and political headlines. The aftermath of the Lucy Flores announcement about her unwanted encounter with Joe Biden has raised question about inter-generational understanding of boundaries. Collazo and Reyes talk about how this political headline has impacted the debate on boundaries and the right to feel uncomfortable in 2019. They also break down how the reaction may have been ...
Apr 12, 2019•44 min
Rays Talk Show Episode 305: Host Ray Collazo is joined by the hip hop philosopher Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharoahs crew. The Collazos discuss the legacy of fallen icon Nipsy Hustle and what we can do to honor his memory. The Collazos also share their Philly Sports Spring update on Bryce Harper’s swag game and ponder if the Sixers can really go the NBA Finals. Collazo is also joined by Arizona activist Sandra Cano Bravo who provides her thoughts on how to combat ...
Apr 09, 2019•1 hr
