In honor of Women's History Month, we are bringing you the best conversations about the impact of women in Reggaeton and Brazilian Funk! In this episode, we sit down with Katelina Eccleston, better known as La Gata, a reggaeton historian and multimedia artist who not only loves the history but also lives the culture. As a historian, her work through her culture shifting platforms Reggaetón con La Gata and Perreo 101 have taught millions the history of reggaeton. Her work has been on Louis Vuitton, Harvard, Google, Twitter, Giphy, Spotify among many other platforms. We want to hear from you! Let us know how music has empowered YOU in the comments. Follow us on IG @la.artisteada

In our first live episode of La Artisteada, we sit down with the incredible Chris, a director at Laika Animation with an impressive career in the world of animation. Chris has directed on DreamWorks’ Emmy, GLAAD, and NAACP-nominated Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts and has worked as a storyboard artist on major Marvel and DC titles. We dive into his creative journey, his experiences in the animation industry, and the impact of diverse storytelling in media.

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In this episode of La Artisteada, we interview our first fashion designer, the super-talented Ysabel Hilado! Ysabel, a proud Artesia, California native, has made waves in the fashion world as a contestant on Project Runway Junior and the author of the inspiring book Fashion Upcycling. We dive into her creative journey, her commitment to sustainable design, and how she’s reshaping the way we think about fashion.

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We had an amazing conversation with Gabby B about her creative journey behind hit songs like Leche and her most recent hit Brinca with Brrray. She shared how her multicultural upbringing—growing up in France, Canada, and the U.S. with two Brazilian performer parents—shaped her unique sound and vibrant career. From viral hits to international chart-topping success, Gabby gave us an inside look at her passion for connecting cultures through music. 

In this exciting episode of La Artisteada, we chat with rising star Ezekiel Pacheco! Originally from Guerrero and raised in the heart of LA, Ezekiel is making waves in Hollywood. You’ve seen him in Grey's Anatomy, the hit series On My Block, and recently starred in the feature film At The Gates.

En este episodio, Salma nos cuenta sobre su trayectoria desde hacer covers hasta convertirse en artista de Warner Music México. Comparte cómo, tras estudiar marketing y estar a punto de darse por vencida en su sueño de ser cantante, un video suyo se volvió viral en TikTok, abriéndole las puertas para seguir adelante. Además, nos habla de las historias detrás de su primer EP, Basado En Hechos Reales, y su más reciente álbum, Serenatas, profundizando en las emociones y experiencias que inspiran su música.

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In the first episodes of season 3, we sit down with Barrio Drive. A movement that advocates marginalized communities through art, fashion, and storytelling. We learn about the journey that led them to create this iconic brand. Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @la.artisteada for more content about this episode and updates for the rest of the season. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Bardo San delves into the inspiration behind his new EP, Sept. 31, sharing how his unique upbringing in Japan shaped the storytelling woven throughout the music. He reflects on the cultural influences that left a lasting impact on him, and how he sought to capture that essence in this project. Bardo also incorporates the three languages he speaks—English, Spanish, and Portuguese—while exploring an eclectic mix of genres, including hip hop, reggae, and more.

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Grand season finale is here! Listen to the origin story of La Artisteada, where Kiara walks us through her path to working with Stylolive and Erin Jimenez to create *say it with us* The Space for Global Culture Shapers!

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Tosstones —un talentoso músico, compositor y productor nominado al Grammy, quien ha dejado una huella imborrable en la industria musical. Tosstones fue parte del equipo creativo detrás de la presentación de Bad Bunny en los Grammy 2023 y ha colaborado con destacados artistas como Wisin y Yandel, Elvis Crespo, Don Omar, Tego Calderón, entre otros.

Durante nuestra conversación, exploramos los inicios de Tosstones en el reggaeton en Puerto Rico, su experiencia con el hip hop en Nueva York y Londres, y cómo ha elevado su carrera con Flowers Rhythm, su compañía dedicada a crear comunidad a través del arte y la música.