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Hey mi gente! In this week's episode we reflect upon our week of r & r and talk what's been going on recently in our country in the past few weeks from a fresh perspective so we can delve into the importance of standing up for what you believe in. On both sides of a topic, there's a story and purpose behind them. so we encourage everyone to speak their minds and fight for what you believe but do it safely. Also to be accountable for the beliefs one carries and displays. Enjoy! 

RIP Chadwick Boseman - Forever a King. 

Hey mi gente, In this week's episode we go over the importance of voting and the high stakes that surround your vote's impact within our community. We also recap the "Why Vote?" community teach-in event and give out some key points from the speakers there that can be helpful to inform everyone on voting practices. 

Shoutout to Caravan4justice , Voices of Long Beach, LBCResources , Radical Love LBC for hosting the event. 

Hey, mi gente! this episode will be spoken primarily in Espanol. In this week's episode, we speak with Evelin, a coffee roaster in Guatemala with the coffee company Chica Bean that highlights the empowerment of women in coffee and business. She tells about her start in roasting and what led to her the point she is at today. 

Hey mi gente, In this week's episode we speak with Areli Barrera de Groski, Co-founder and owner of Little Waves Coffee alongside her husband Leon. She speaks to us about the amazing dynamic they created and how their consistent flow keeps them growing. Tune in to learn more about how they created a family-like environment in their shop. 

Hey mi gente, in this episode we speak with an amazing local community organizer Anthony Bryson. He recently led the Unity March in Long Beach this past weekend. We go over his experience going through the process of organizing the march to leading the event as well as issues surrounding the different areas in Long Beach and surrounding communities.

Shoutouts: 

We urge everyone to look into the mysterious homicide of Enrique "Kiki" Roman-Martinez, who was found dismembered in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. 

Follow @Caravan4Justice for resources on how to help your community. 

Urban Organizers Coalition is having a meet up for organizers of social injustice to network and collaborate. It is on August 1 @ 646 w PCH Long Beach, Ca. 7 pm.

Hey mi gente, in this week's episode we speak with Alejandra, she a local Norwalk resident that set up the recent Vanessa Guillen rally that Karla went to. We go over the rally and what occurred. Also, she explains to us what events in her past lead to her setting up the rally and the mindset she put herself in to prepare her for the event.  

Shoutouts: There is a march happening 12 pm on July 26th at Bluff Park in Long Beach Ca. it is meant to protest against racism, police brutality, and social injustices. We hope to see you there! 

Also on July 26th, there is a College & Financial Aid Q & A happening on IG live with the Radical Love LBC coalition. Be sure to tune in to learn about the FAFSA application process and how to approach college finances. @Radicallovelbc  

In this week's episode we speak with The Natalie's about the issues surrounding the coffee industry on a larger scale including locally. this brings us to their new coalition meant to inform and support the community against injustices. Check them out to find out more about how to fight the good fight.

Shoutouts: 

Follow and join the coalition @Radicallovelbc.

Follow @california4vanessaguillen which has been helping us keep track of protests in the greater Los Angeles area.

In this week's episode we talk over the case of Vanessa Guillen and the events that transpired after her death as well as the theories surrounding the cause of her death. We call upon you to support, reach out, and most importantly listen to those affected by abuse and harassment in their work especially to those in the armed forces. We are here for you. 

Shoutouts: Follow @radicallovelbc they are a coalition just began recently that is focused on fighting injustices.

Follow @pinkmoneyceo she is a brand consultant and copyrighter that helps businesses and brands to further legitimize themselves.  

Hey, mi gente! Listen in for this week's guest Naibe Reynoso. She is the CEO of Con Todo Press, co-creator of LATINAFest, a cultural consultant, an award-winning journalist, TV Host, and author.  We talk with her about her best selling children's books Be Bold! Be Brave! and Fearless Trailblazers that is meant to show kids regardless of their background and ethnicity they can achieve any dream and passion they want to pursue by learning about amazing role models including Lin Manuel Miranda, Ellen Ochoa, Sonia Sotomayor, Cesar Chavez, Jose Hernandez, Rita Moreno, and many more! 

Visit contodopress.com to learn more and order your books today!

Support the BLM movement in your community so we can end the unjust treatment from the police and support a united community.  

Mi Gente! this week we are giving a PSA for those that are affected or are trying to support the Black Lives Matter movement against the aggression and brutality brought upon by the police to the black and brown community. We are giving out links and names of organizations that help support the BLM. Please tune in to see how you can help.