¡Oye! Let’s Talk

Oye, Let’s Talk about “Fake News.” All three podcast hosts are in the news world and wanted to clear the air, debunk some myths and really give you a behind-the-scenes idea of what it really is like to work in the journalism business. News flash: it’s not as glamorous as you think.

Oye, #SOSCUBA has been trending for weeks now and let’s just say, the world is watching. Cuba has been in a state of scarcity and oppression for over 60 years, so what’s different this time? Our Cuban co-hosts Gaby and Manny delve into what’s going on in the island and what 'patria y vida' really means. Is there hope? What necessary steps would need to occur for a real change? Let’s Talk.

Oye, whether you’re a musical theatre geek or not, recent headlines have probably made you aware of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s latest ‘In the Heights’ film. It’s gotten some buzz and criticism—so we watched it. We brought on movie buff Hansel Chacon to talk about the good, the bad, and everything that stood out to us in between.

Oye, Let's Talk about how we know when we're among our own and how the gringos can spot us. We all seem to have the same brand of vapor rub and our abuelas like to say the same phrases. There may be slight differences depending on the nationality but we recognize certain things really do make us stand out—and let’s be real, we wouldn't have it any other way.

Oye, it’s #PrideMonth yes, but do you really understand what is being celebrated? We brought on special guests Anthony  Black and Angel Fuentes from Sksksk podcast to breakdown the meaning of LGBTQ+, share their journey and guide us—unfiltered—with Dos and Don’ts when it comes to approaching the Queer community.

Oye, mental health has been a hot topic for a hot minute, and yet stigmas still surround it—especially in our Latinx community. Let’s Talk about the range in spectrum, how you can detect a condition/disorder and ways to seek help to better your health or the health of a loved one.

Oye, we spiced things up for Asian American & Pacific Islander Month, and brought on a guest who knows how to make a mean pan con bistec and only likes to cook with chopsticks. Shixiu Ricardo discusses the 'Stop AAPI Hate' movement and tackles why it's problematic to say "los chinitos." Let’s Talk about what our gente can do to stand in solidarity with the AAPI community.

Oye, President Joe Biden concluded his first 100 days in office and there's a lot he promised he would do. Let's Talk about what has and hasn't been done so far, and where his administration falls short.

Oye, we have multiple COVID vaccines and we all want to go back to normal — pero, like, what’s with all the hesitancy? Let’s Talk about what ‘Emergency Use Authorization’ really is, debunk some myths and what it’s like to get the shot.

Oye, we know this is a heavy topic to delve into but the Chauvin trial made international headlines. After a much anticipated wait, the verdict was finally read—GUILTY—Derek Chauvin guilty of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. Let’s Talk about what stood out, why this isolated case made history, the precedent it could set for police reform and accountability—even though it's clear we still got a long way to go to really see change throughout the nation.