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Send us Fan Mail In August of 1970, Rudolfo Rivera-Rios boarded a Pan American flight bound for Puerto Rico, armed and eager to skyjack the 747 to Cuba.  En agosto de 1970, Rudolfo Rivera-Ríos abordó un vuelo de Pan American con destino a Puerto Rico, armado y ansioso por secuestrar el 747 con destino a Cuba. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/242722224736098/ Faceboo...

Send us Fan Mail Surely by now you’ve heard of the ubiquitous Bad Bunny. He’s something for everyone. Maybe you’ve heard one of his many hit songs, saw him bring fire to the Grammys, or caught his appearances on SNL. Perhaps you saw him in Bullet Train! There’s a good chance you’ve seen him in a Corona TV ad with Snoop Dogg. If you love fashion, maybe you follow his daring, gender-bending outfits....

Send us Fan Mail From its humble origins in Santiago de Cuba to a global empire worth billions, the story of the Bacardí Rum family will make your heart break and your jaw drop. Maybe listen to this after 5 o’clock! Desde sus humildes orígenes en Santiago de Cuba hasta un imperio global valorado en miles de millones, la historia de la familia del ron Bacardí te romperá el corazón y te dejará boqui...

Send us Fan Mail A little about the history and culture of this charming little town in the mountains of Central Puerto Rico. Un poco sobre la historia y cultura de este encantador pueblecito de las montañas del centro de Puerto Rico. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/242722224736098/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082362745798 Instagram: h...

Send us Fan Mail Nancy and her husband Chris just spent 9 wonderful days with her parents in Arecibo! Among the many highlights: Taino museum (Museo el Cemí) and Casa Canales in Jayuya 6th Annual Festival of the Sombrero in Utuado Poza del Obispo beach in Islote El Gran Parque del Norte in Hatillo Tanamá River in Arecibo Jose Feliciano Plaza in Lares FOOD & DRINK: pasteles, alcapurrias, pitorr...

Send us Fan Mail This stunning gem situated 45 miles west of Mayagüez, along the Mona Passage, is a nature lover's dream.  Beautiful beaches, a variety of wildlife, and caves full of Taino and European history offer endless opportunities for exploration and learning.   Esta impresionante joya situada a 45 millas al oeste de Mayagüez, a lo largo del Pasaje de Mona, es el sueño de cualquier ama...

Send us Fan Mail Today we learn a lot about Three Kings Day/Día de Reyes, a holiday that is revered even more than Christmas Day in Spanish-speaking lands. Hoy aprendemos mucho sobre el Día de Reyes, un festividad que es venerada incluso más que la Navidad en los países de habla hispana. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/242722224736098/ Facebook Page: https://www.fa...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Holidays! BoricuameRican is on a brief break, but Nancy wanted to share a Christmas-themed episode she recently recorded with her husband Chris on their other show, The Pinto Podcast.  We cover Puerto Rican holiday traditions, trivia, those dreaded “Would You Rather" questions, and ponder the burning question: Where did our favorite Christmas specials go? Now go make yo...

Send us Fan Mail On December 24, 2008, Bruce Jeffrey Pardo showed up at his ex-in-laws’ home dressed up as Santa Claus and unleashed a reign of terror upon an entire innocent family. What drove him to plan such violence? What happened that night? And how are the survivors doing today? We attempt to piece it all together in this episode (which does not involve Puerto Ricans, but does involve our br...

Send us Fan Mail Created in Puerto Rico in 1977, Menudo is the OG Latin boy band. Wildly talented, disciplined, and successful, they captured the hearts of fans throughout Puerto Rico, the US, and Latin America. This nostalgic episode covers their beginnings, rise to fame, and Nancy’s favorite member: Miguel Cancel. Creado en Puerto Rico en 1977, Menudo es el boy band latino original. Con mucho ta...

Send us Fan Mail Who created the world? How did Taínos conduct burials? What went down in the afterlife? Taíno culture is beautiful! Hear about their creation gods, their funeral practices, and how they communicated with the spirit world.   ¿Quién creó el mundo? ¿Cómo realizaban los taínos los entierros? ¿Qué pasaba en el más allá?   ¡La cultura taína es hermosa! Escuche sobre sus dioses creadores...

Send us Fan Mail How did the Puerto Rican flag get its design? In this nerdy vexillological episode, we take you through all the flags that have flown on our beautiful island, from the ensigns carried by Columbus and his crew to the black and white representation of the Nationalist movement. Que bonita bandera! ¿Cómo obtuvo su diseño la bandera de Puerto Rico? En este episodio vexilológico, hacemo...

Send us Fan Mail Do you like trivia? In this episode, Chris tests Nancy on her knowledge of Puerto Rico, and Nancy tests Chris on USA facts.  Hint: she may have to turn in her Boricua card!  Play along and see how you do! ¿Te gusta trivia? En este episodio, Chris pone a prueba los conocimientos de Nancy sobre Puerto Rico, y Nancy pone a prueba los de Chris sobre los Estados Unidos.  Pista: ¡tal ve...

Send us Fan Mail We gush with pride for Latinos around the world in the midst of National Hispanic Heritage Month.  In this episode, learn a bit about this annual observation and how you too can celebrate Latin culture! Estamos llenas de orgullo por los latinos del mundo en medio del Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana. En este episodio, aprenda un poco sobre esta observación anual y cómo usted ta...

Send us Fan Mail Every culture has its urban legends. Some serve to explain the unexplainable. Some have a moral. And some are just plain fun, meant to creep us out. In this episode we explore the mystery of the Chupacabra, a reptilian creature believed to be mutilating animals throughout the island, and La Llorona, a heartbroken wife who drowned her own children as revenge towards her unfaithful...

Send us Fan Mail Like most people on Earth, Boricuas enjoy their adult libations.  Among others, there’s the ubiquitous Medalla Light beer, but the island also boasts a number of high-end craft breweries to suit any taste!  The central region’s climate is also conducive to growing grapes, leading to wine and sangria production as well. Perhaps enjoy this episode after 5:00pm.  Drink responsibly! C...

Send us Fan Mail Centenarian: 100 candles on your birthday cake. Supercentenarian: Add a decade.   How does one get to be a century young? Meet three Puerto Ricans - Emilio Flores Marquez, Antonia Gerena Rivera, and Emiliano Mercado del Toro – who lived well past the milestone and were more than happy to share their secrets. Turns out, there’s no one-size-fits-all, but love is the common thread. C...

Send us Fan Mail Trigger warning: This episode contains gory details that may not be suitable for some listeners. George C. Adorno began his criminal activities at the tender age of four. His youth was spent in and out of an overburdened juvenile court in New York City, until he was incarcerated for three decades for the murder of two individuals in 1974. Ángel Nieves Díaz, nicknamed the Grim Reap...

Send us Fan Mail July 25th is a holiday in Puerto Rico. Political and religious observances take place throughout the island. In this episode, we discuss what makes this date so special! El 25 de julio es un día de fiesta en Puerto Rico. En toda la isla se celebran actos políticos y religiosos. En este episodio, hablamos de lo que hace que esta fecha sea tan especial! Shout outs to the following a...

Send us Fan Mail Gush alert! It’s rare to find a megastar who is sincere, approachable, and humble after 25+ years in the spotlight. But Frankie Negrón is all those things and more. We are excited to talk about his early rise to fame, accomplishments, and what a nice guy he is! Es raro encontrar una megaestrella que sea sincera, accesible y humilde después de más de 25 años en el centro de atenció...

Send us Fan Mail Every 2nd Sunday in June, the National Puerto Rican Day Parade takes over a 35-block swath of Fifth Avenue in New York City. One of the biggest parties in town, it’s a show of pride, accomplishment, community service, business partnerships, music, and pure joy.  A-listers attend alongside up-and-coming professionals. Flags are worn and waved. Culture and togetherness are celebrate...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that Bruno Mars: is part Puerto Rican, and that his last name is Hernandez?  impersonated Elvis on Arsenio Hall’s show at the age of 6? has performed in over 700 concerts, won almost 200 awards, and was the first artist to receive six diamond certified songs?  All this by the time he turned 37!   Today we chat about this dazzling BoricuameRican artist extraordinaire,...

Send us Fan Mail Trigger warning: violence In 1983, the burned, beaten body of beloved Puerto Rican entertainer Luis Vigoreaux was found in the trunk of his own Mercedes-Benz in a secluded area of San Juan.  His death remains a mystery only to the one person accused of masterminding the senseless murder: Luis’ ex-wife Lydia Echevarría. Advertencia: violencia En 1983, el cuerpo quemado y golpeado d...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is FOR nerds, BY nerds! First, we bring you the brilliant Joe Acabá, the first Boricuamerican in outer space. Then, we shift over to White Tiger, the first Puerto Rican comic book superhero – a complex character with social implications. ¡El episodio de hoy es PARA nerdos, POR nerdos! Primero, les traemos al brillante Joe Acabá, el primer Boricuamericano en el espa...

Send us Fan Mail Mystifying. Mysterious. Misunderstood. Is it witchcraft, fortune-telling, or just another religion? They have saints, offerings, and rituals. But there’s no temple, no bible, no Sabbath to observe. And what about possession, or animal sacrifice? *trigger warning* Growing up Catholic, we were taught to steer clear of Santería. Finally we did a little research. Santería’s history is...