March 19, 2025

Rewriting the Script: Latina Representation in Hollywood with Cristina Escobar

1 hour

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Episode Description:

In this episode, Jessica sits down with Cristina Escobar, a powerful voice at the intersection of race, gender, and pop culture. As co-founder and editor-in-chief of Latina Media Co, Cristina has dedicated her career to amplifying Latina and queer Latinx perspectives in media. Over wine and conversation, they explore Cristina's journey as a writer, critic, and advocate for authentic representation in film and television.

What You'll Hear:

Cristina's path to becoming a respected media critic and founding Latina Media Co

The current state of Latina representation in Hollywood and where improvement is needed

How living in Santa Fe influences her perspective as a cultural critic

The challenges and triumphs of building an independent publication focused on underrepresented voices

Actionable advice for emerging Latina writers and critics

About Our Guest:

Cristina Escobar is a writer, speaker, and critic whose work examines the portrayal of Latinas in film and television. As the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Latina Media Co, she has created a vital platform for diverse Latinx perspectives. A TEDx speaker and Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic, Cristina's insightful analysis appears regularly in publications like Roger Ebert, the A.V. Club, Glamour, and Vulture. She serves on the board of the Latino Entertainment Journalists Association and is a member of the Critics Choice Association.

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