In this episode, we delve into the career of Marie Leguizamo, the Managing Director of Banijay Mexico and U.S. Hispanic where she is producing some highly successful shows like LOL: Last One Laughing and Temptaion Island Mexico.

Court Stroud, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro discuss Marie's strategic vision for expanding Banijay's presence in Mexico and U.S. Hispanic and  her commitment to creating authentic, culturally rich programming that appeals to diverse audiences. 

Marie also shares her insights on the unique challenges and opportunities within the Hispanic and Mexican television sectors, including the importance of female representation behind the camera and how the industry is evolving in response to shifting demographics and viewer preferences.  You will also hear Marie's personal journey to becoming a prominent leader at one of the world’s largest content production companies and her ambassadorship in the accelerator "Launch" at Banijay which aims to empower emerging women creators.  

Thank you to Emily Bruno, Ana Paula Sleeman and Camila Velayos at H&M COMMUNICATIONS for their help in arranging this episode.

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Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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In this episode of The Revolución Podcast, cohosts Kathryn Garcia Castro and Court Stroud talk with Joe Bernard who candidly shares how his eagerness to find a purpose at the age of 18 started him out in the ad industry by chance – but also how he has not only survived but also thrived the madcap and sometimes cutthroat media world. The New Jersey resident also shares about how he keeps his Puerto Rican roots alive and why he sees it vital to pass his heritage on to his three children.

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Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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Mental health advocate Carmen Cusido is the author of the book "Coping With Eating Disorders" and has contributed to NBC News, CNN, and NPR.  In this episode of The Revolución during Mental Health Awareness month, the proud Cuban American talks with co-hosts Kathryn Garcia Castro and Court Stroud about her personal journey, courageously sharing her past mental health challenges. 

As  a respected journalist, Carmen’s candid conversations and heartfelt reflections, offer invaluable insights into the cultural, societal, and personal factors that shape mental wellness within the Latina community.  By sharing her story with honesty and vulnerability, Carmen not only breaks down barriers but also inspires others to seek support, embrace self-care and find hope in their own struggles.  Join us as we explore Carmen Cusido's resilience, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to destigmatizing mental health conversations. 

Click here for more on Camen Cusido's work and follow her on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

If you are feeling alone and having thoughts of suicide—whether or not you are in crisis—or know someone who is, don’t remain silent. Talk to someone you can trust through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 or chat the lifeline.

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Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

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Aquilino Gonell arrived in the United States from the Dominican Republic as a young boy.  Determined to be a success story, he joined the army to pay for college and served his adopted country in Iraq.  Upon his return, Gonell landed a position with the United States Capitol Police and rose to the rank of sergeant. 

In this episode of The Revolución, Gonell talks with co-hosts Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra, Kathryn Garcia Castro, and Court Stroud about what he saw during the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6, 2021.  The brutal injuries Gonell sustained that day ended his career in law enforcement.  The American patriot also speaks about his new book,  American Shield: The Immigrant Sergeant Who Defended Democracy, which former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi calls “an all-American tale of duty and determination.”  

Thanks to Susan Shapiro for her help in arranging this interview.  

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Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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In the newly-released novel The Silence in Her Eyes, each chapter ends as soon as the protagonist blinks. Leah lives with a rare vision disease—she can’t see movement, although her other senses are heightened. 

Armando Lucas Correa is the world-renowned author of The German Girl, which has been translated into 17 languages. Born in Cuba, the father of three served as Editor-in-Chief for magazine “People en Español.” In this episode of The Revolución podcasts, co-hosts Court Stroud and Kathryn Garcia Castro talk with Correa about his new book and his creative process.

Thank you to Gena Lanzi, Senior Publicist at Atria Books a division of Simon & Schuster, for her help in arranging this interview. For more on about Armando Lucas Correa, visit his website or social media, such as Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter) and LinkedIn.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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Alyssa Reynoso-Morris  writes a delicious book about the sounds and sensations of cooking with her grandmother sharing the love of plantains and helps readers connect to the heart of Latin kitchens.  This book also taps into the love from ancestors through recipes. 

Very few books have touched on the subject and also present The Bronx in a positive light.   Plantains are a food consumed all around the world which bring love and family together.  This book, "Platanos Are Love,” tells the story of history, culture and time spent with family. 

Alyssa is Dominican/Puerto Rican, grew up in The Bronx and didn't learn to read until she was in fourth grade.  She owes her political science interest and efforts in pushing literacy to her Grandmother who was always watching the news, creating commentary and the original storyteller in the household.

From The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro, thank you to Nicole Valdez, Senior Manager of Publicity at Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing for her help in arranging this interview.  

For more on Author, Alyssa Reynoso-Morris vist: https://www.alyssaauthor.com/ and Illustrator, Mariyah Rahman visit Instagram

EPISODE CREDITS:

Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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Rachel Strauss has comedy in her blood.  Her family’s natural comedian, Strauss discovered at an early age that she could make people laugh by mimicking the those around her.  Growing up Jewish and Dominican was also a good source of material for this Brooklyn-raised entertainer.

Today, she's celebrating winning the Signal Awards Best Comedy Show category for her podcast Latinos Out Loud, where she calls her listeners “LOLELEROS.” (The Signal Awards celebrate the world’s best podcasts.) 

Rachel’s success hasn’t come overnight.  She pursued sketch comedy after 18 years in corporate America working for companies like Heineken, Latina Magazine and People en Español. 

Her story will inspire you to go out there to pursue your dreams.   With The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Court Stroud,  Linda Lane Gonzalez and Kathryn Garcia Castro.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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The real orphan Annie is alive, but she sings "mañana, mañana."  Lillian Colón began her career with the Radio City Rockettes at 32. In this episode of The Revolución, Colón shares how she joined the world’s most famous precision dance company.  She also talks about her early years in an orphanage after her father left her there, as well as how her passion and spiritual fortitude has led to great heights – including Lin Manuel Miranda's "In The Heights" movie. 

Colón is no withering flower; her rise from the ashes is a phoenix story.  Lillian currently teaches at the Broadway Dance Center. works on her solo show at the Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre and dreams of becoming Disney's next princess – “The Puerto Rican Princess,” that is.  

The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Court Stroud, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro thank  Tracey Y. Smith at More Than Words Publicity for her help in arranging this interview.  We also want to thank the band P-G-M for the use of it's song "April" as the Revolución theme. 

Lillian Colón’s Book: LILLY, The First Latina Rockette

Website:https://www.lilliancolon.com/

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EPISODE CREDITS:

Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

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Stacie M. de Armas always wanted to work in research and particularly the Hispanic market.   She is celebrating 25 years wth the company currently as  Senior Vice President, Diverse Insights and  Initiatives at  Nielsen.  

In this episode she shares the insights from the latest study “TRUST IN MEDIA - THE KEY FACTOR DRIVING THE SHIFT TO STREAMING.” which provides an in-depth understanding of the unique authenticity signals and credibility markers that drive the Hispanic community's choices with media and brands.  

Hispanics represent one-fifth of the U.S. population, but their media engagement can be complex due to the inherent nuances within the community.   To further highlight the nuances, she uses the example from developer Insomniac Games' Marvel’s Spider-Man 2  use of a  Cuban and Puerto Rican flag.    

Also, hear what she identifies as her Revolucion moment, it's no wonder she's been sucessful in her career.

The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Court Stroud, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro thank  Andy Checo, Managing Director, Public Relations & Social Media at D'exposito & Parners: The New American Agency  for his help in arranging this interview.

Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics, shaping the future of media. Measuring behavior across all channels and platforms to discover what audiences love, we empower our clients with trusted intelligence that fuels action.

#diversity #dei  #nielsen #community #passion # streaming #research #insights #hispanicmarket  #represenationmatters

EPISODE CREDITS:

Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

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In this episode, co-hosts Linda Lane Gonzalez and Kathryn Garcia Castro are entertained by Amelia Bethel & Karen Loewy Movilla as they perform during the interview some of the characters they embody in “Tia Talk,’ their theatrical collaboration where they try to prove their Latinidad to themselves and the audience by embodying every stereotype they have been fed by the media, their peers, and even their families.

The uniqueness of the show also brings in different guests for each performance to hear another point of view and also allow the audience to participate in the show.

Special thanks to Liz Lombardi, Publicist at Matt Ross Public Relations for her help in arranging this interview.  We also want to thank the band PGM for the use of its song, “April” as The Revolucion theme.

Amelia Bethel is a theater artist whose work confronts the performance of identity and the materiality of the body, with a focus on sexuality and a mixed-race experience. She can be heard as Marisol on the award-winning podcast Unwell: A Midwestern Gothic Mystery from HartLife Studios. Amelia is a former associate artist in residence with poet Tracie Morris and playwright Sibyl Kempson at the Atlantic Center for the Arts, and received her MFA in Theatre from Sarah Lawrence College.

Karen Loewy Movilla is a Colombian artist based in New York City. She’s interested in the question of: How do we take up space, when it is not freely given? Combining digital media, embodiment, spoken word, and puppetry she confronts inherent biases, and oppressive systems. She’s this year resident at Object Movement Puppetry Residency 23’, a 2021 MFA graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and a 2026 Scenic Design Candidate at Yale University. Find more about her at: https://www.karenloewymovilla.com/

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EPISODE CREDITS:

Music:  The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme 

Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza  our freelance audio editor.  You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendoza

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