We speak with Raquel Berrios of the Puerto Rico-based indie duo Buscabulla, which she leads with her husband Luis Alfredo del Valle. Buscabulla’s music features dreamy, futuristic synth-pop sounds that have us longing for a tropical beach or a pool-side cabana. 

While the band was originally formed in Brooklyn, Raquel and Luis moved home to Puerto Rico after Hurricane María, to help rebuild their community, raise their daughter, and record their first album. Raquel explains, “'Our album 'Regresa' is about self-acceptance of oneself with all our imperfections, and the acceptance of being back in Puerto Rico, with all its flaws." 

Self-acceptance is exactly what we advocate for in our calma segment and #calmamoment on our Instagram. A big part of that is owning our voice. After our chat with Buscabulla, we bring you tips on stepping into the power of your voice. 

Celebrate Two Years of Brenda & Ana Sheila as Tamarindo 

This episode is extra special because we celebrate two years of Tamarindo with Ana Sheila and Brenda! Join the celebration and consider a gift of $5, $10, or $20. If you love what you’re hearing on Tamarindo, please give today: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1

Please check out PRIMA, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising micro grants for independent Puerto Rican artists, co-founded by Raquel Berrios and pick up a copy of Regresa by Buscabulla. 

As mentioned on the pod, you can access Planned Parenthood’s telehealth services here: www.plannedparenthood/tamarindo

We’re now accepting pitches! We want to publish perspectives, essays, think pieces, and stories from the Tamarindo Podcast community. Got something to say? Pitch us!  We’re looking for 600-1200 word pieces. Get in touch at tamarindopodcast.com and read what we’ve been publishing on Agua Fresca. 

Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life! 

Producer Jeff provides original music and sound engineering. Michelle Andrade edits the show. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here.

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