Locatora Radio [A Radiophonic Novela]

This week we're joined by Ysabel Jurado, a tenants rights attorney, affordable housing activist, and lifelong Angeleno. She is running for Los Angeles City Council District 14 --a district that is predominately Latinx/Latino, immigrant, and primarily renters and historically plagued with problematic leadership. Jurado discusses her grassroots and people-led campaign. If elected, she would be the f...

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. On this second episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala are joined by Aida Rodriguez, Puerto Rican Dominican standup comedian, actor, writer, and humanist. Aida breaks down how her religious upbringing played a factor in how she viewed sex and sexuality. In this intimate conversation, Aida opens up about how she's br...

Welcome back to Locatora Radio! In this week's episode we check-in about our summers and the new hobbies we've picked up: from tennis to sewing and our attempts at consuming less. We also dive into the making of our new podcast, Señora Sex Ed a weekly podcast breaking the silence about sex & sexuality in the Latinx Community. Tune in and learn about why we think this show matters now more than...

Disclaimer: Please note this episode contains themes and conversations about sex. On this premiere episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala sit down with Puerto Rican actress, Ana Ortiz. With a career spanning decades, Ana covers all the bases: growing up as a "prudish" kid in New York, her experiences working in Hollywood, and how she first learned about perimenopause.  Support the show: https://...

The San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Tongva-Gabrielino, are the first and only state recognized tribe in the LA area, but how much do we actually know about the first Angelenos? In this capítulo, we’re joined by Samantha Johnson Yang and Mona Morales Recalde to discuss the history of the Tongva, their efforts to stop the poaching of white sage from Southern California wildlife reserves, and an...

In this week's episode of Locatora Radio, we're joined by Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad, aka Esoterica Esa. She shares her origin story as an astrologer and psychic, how to summon good ancestors, and how to spot a spiritual scammer.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ri & Sunset Tim, creators and hosts of For The Healthy Hoes  join Locatora Radio to discuss how to navigate life's challenges, accept changes, and create your own wellness menu.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since Astrology made its way into the mainstream, we've seen it everywhere! From merchandise, to Instagram bios, and more. Writer, producer, and podcast host, Isa Nakazawa joins us to discuss common misconceptions about astrology, how she got her start, and how we can all use astrology for social change and good.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/li...

If food is a GPS to our ancestral homes, then Karla Vasquez takes us to El Salvador. She joins us to discuss archiving the recipes and stories of the Salvadoran diaspora with the first Salvadoran cookbook published by a Big 5 Imprint. We discuss her writing process, nationalism, and the ongoing tension between Salvadoran and Mexican communities.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_...

In this week's capítulo, we're introducing two brand new segments in the Locatora audioverse! Diosa Dice is for the good girl ready to go bad . In this segment, Diosa discusses how women have been taught to stifle their anger and how we can release it.  Malas Palabras: bad words for bad girls. This week, she shares all the words we use to describe women we don't like.  Support the show: https://ww...

In this capítulo, we're joined by British musician and artist, Sophie Castillo. She recently opened for J Balvin in London and debuted a new EP, "Venus." Castillo is of Colombian and Cuban descent and tells us about the Latin American diasporic communities in London and how her heritage influences her music. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener...

In this week's episode, we bring you along with us to NDLON's 9th Annual Asamblea Nacional in Union, New Jersey. We speak with Linda Sarsour, Ernesto Yerena, Ana Tijoux, and Liaam Winslet. We also travel to Manhattan, New York for a day of political action and speak to laborers and organizers, Irving, Catherine, and Elmer.   About the National Day Laborer’s Organizing Network: NDLON improves the l...

In this capítulo, we relaunch our segment, Oye Locas , where we answer listener questions. In the later half of this episode, we each tell a story we've never shared on the podcast, involving the Junior Olympics and a Pride parade. How did one decision help shape us into who we are today? Tune in and find out.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/liste...

Welcome to Capítulo 200, locamores! We did it! In this episode, we hear from listeners about their favorite Locatora memories, events, and what this audio archive means to them! Meanwhile, we reflect on each listeners's statement and what was happening in our own lives--from breakups, to friendships, and more chisme.  Thank you to BLVD MRKT for hosting our 200th Capítulo Pop-Up!   Support the show...

Personal trainer, entrepreneur, and influencer, Vicky Loza, also known as Vicky The Fit Chick, went viral when one of her Instagram posts encouraged her women followers to discuss why they've chosen to remain childfree. Loza was inundated with hateful comments and messages and this wasn't the first time. She joins Locatora Radio to discuss why she openly creates content about choosing to be childf...

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, we're joined by Norma Melgoza Paredes, founder of The Hissing Cats Corp and grieving mother. In 2022, Melgoza-Paredes lost both of her daughters, Candice and Marylyn. She is on a mission to tell their stories and raise awareness about a specific prescription medicine.  Content Wanrning: Please be advised this episode contains in depth discussions of sever...

Anayvette Martínez is the co-founder of Radical Monarchs, an organization that supports young girls & gender expansive youth of color. Martínez joins Locatora Radio to discuss how her daughter inspired the creation of the org, what it means to practice radical mothering, and creating a chosen family.   Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Mariana de Miguel aka Girl Ultra joins us to discuss her Coachella debut, how Mexico City shows up in her sound, and how second-gen Mexican Americans are connecting with her music.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Jennifer Lopez go from icon to the internet's most ridiculed? After the release of JLO's latest projects, "This Is Me Now" and "The Greatest Love Story Never Told", we noticed a slew of JLO hate. In this capítulo, we make a case for art criticism and are joined by scholar and writer, Jillian Hernandez. She discusses what this rise in slander says about us as a culture and how misogyny alwa...

The University of Southern California (USC) has made headlines for how university administrators have handled student protests and on-campus activations in support of Palestine.  We're joined by USC father and activist, Lázaro Aguero, who was present during the protest and police escalation last Wednesday, April 24th. A clip of Aguero went viral after he stated he would be "the happiest daddy" if...

Welcome to Season 9, locamores! In this first capítulo, we catch up on what we've been up to off-season and introduce our new theme: Love At First Listen. In the later half of this episode, we sit down with Grammy-Award Winning Artist, Natalia Lafource at Sony Studios, to discuss the making of her album, how she connects with her audience, and what helps her stay grounded.  Support the show: https...

Welcome to Locatora Season 9! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to hear Chiquis like never before. In her new podcast, “Chiquis and Chill,” the Latin Grammy winner shares her experience growing up in a famous household, how she’s managed to be so successful in the male-dominated music industry and how she navigates relationships. We’ll also explore health, beauty, entrepreneurship and some spicier topics with special guests. Listen here and subscribe...

Tune into the final episode of Season 8! In this capítulo, we review a Locatora original concept, ethical chisme. In 2017, we coined this term with the help of our guest Ruben Angel. Since then, we've expanded our definition of ethical chisme. In this episode, we go over some macro and micro examples.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

The illustrious duo of The Super Secret Bestie Club Podcast, Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo join us to discuss their deepest, darkest secrets! We discuss their journey from Buzzfeed's PeroLike to independent creators/artists, growing up on the internet, and their 2024 dating strategy. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...