Latino Loud Podcast

Moderator: Lydia Guzmán. Guests: Ray Ybarra Maldonado and Erika Mach. On this week’s podcast, we engage in discussion with organizers, lawyers, and professionals who emphasize the importance of building up resilient communities. We examine how individuality strengthens our collective resilience, emphasizing the power of unity and community support. Tune in to explore how we can navigate challenges...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests: Marcos Tapia, Danny Ortega, and Victoria Lopez. In this episode, we discuss the unique experiences of immigrants and the valuable contributions they make to society. We debunk common misconceptions and emphasize the importance of unity and understanding. Join us as we unpack the American dream, the hard work immigrants put in to build a better life for themselves...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests: Lydia Guzmán, Tony Moya, and Rudy Zamora. In this episode, we discuss the election season and the vibrant energy it has ignited within our communities. We explore the significance of political engagement and the necessity of remaining active even when the campaigns have concluded. Listen to inspiring stories from the Latino community about their impactful contribu...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests: Danny Ortega and DJ Quinlan. This episode of Latino Loud gets into the evolving political landscape for the Latino community. We welcome Civil Rights Lawyer, Danny Ortega from Ortega Law Firm P.C. and Radar Strategies Partner, DJ Quinlan, to discuss the increasing impact of the Latino vote and the importance of engaging in meaningful dialogue across different pers...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests: Monica Sandschafer and Enrique Davis Mazlum. Join us in this informative episode as we gear up for the upcoming election with Monica from Mi Familia Vota and Enrique from UnidosUS Action Fund. Discover essential tips for ensuring your ballot is counted, and learn how to stay informed on crucial propositions. We highlight the importance of community engagement with...

Moderator: Rudy Zamora. Guest: Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar. Join host Rudy Zamora, Director of Advocacy at Chicanos Por La Causa, and special guest Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar as they dive into everything surrounding Nevada elections. In this episode, they tackle the critical topics of combating misinformation and disinformation, ensuring election security, and main...

Moderator: Lydia Guzman. Guests: Cristian Avila and Monica Sandschafer. In this episode, we dive into voter education and the importance of making your voice heard in the upcoming elections. Our knowledgeable guests provide insight into the voting process, including the significance of voting by mail, voter ID requirements, and how to update your registration information. The voter registration de...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests, Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and Tom Collins, executive director of Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission. How secure are Arizona’s elections? Where can voters turn for nonpartisan election information? What can be done to combat voter misinformation? What should voters know about the 2024 general election and best ways to handle a two-page, doub...

Moderator Tony Moya. Guests: Leslie Deras Frajo, Mariely Lopez, and Mayra Vasquez-Chavez . In this fourth episode, young Latina voters discuss how their generation looks at the future, politicians, and this election. Our guests note that too many of their friends cannot afford to buy a home and are forced to move back home with their parents. Many others rely on financial help, unable to keep up w...

Moderator: Lydia Guzman. Guests: Esau Torres and Bacilia Angel.  It’s been said that “music can save the world.” Maybe – if we register to vote and turn out for the election in large numbers. In this episode, we look at creative ways to reach the Latino community in “a fun and entertaining” way: free family-oriented music and concerts, such as Vota-Palooza. CPLC Action Fund is a partner with Grita...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests: Mayra Vasquez-Chavez, Andres Rivera, and Fatima Alshamari. This second episode wades into a range of topics, focusing on education funding, climate change, women’s reproductive health, gun violence, and disability rights within the Latino community. Our panelists reflect on personal experiences regarding the education system, and voice their concerns over inadequa...

Moderator: Joseph Garcia. Guests: Alicia Nuñez, Tony Moya, and Lydia Guzman. In this first episode, we dive into the origins of the nonpartisan voter engagement campaign and the importance of voting and civic engagement by the Latino community, regardless of party affiliation. We highlight the diversity of Arizona voters, noting how closely divided the battleground states of Arizona and Nevada are...