Locatora Radio [A Radiophonic Novela]

In this 3rd episode of our mental health mini-series, we're joined by two licensed social workers, Mirian Juarez and Sasha Robles, creators of Homegirl Consejos. This new collective aims to create space for homegirls to unpack the bullshit & exchange consejos. We talk about sad girls, mental health myths, and staying healthy when you're forever online.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.co...

In this second episode of our mental health mini-series, we interview Adriana Alejandre, licensed therapist and founder of Latinx Therapy, a therapy directory and podcast. After losing her mother, Adriana made the decision to share about her grieving journey publicly on social media. In this capítulo, we talk about radical vulnerability, storytelling, and how Latinxs cope with loss.  Support the s...

This season we're brining our listeners a mini-series titled  Me, My Mental Health, and I. Our first guest is writer, actress, and mental health advocate, Dani Fernandez. We discuss the WGA Writer's Strike, positive affirmations and her healing journey.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Season 8! In this brand new capítulo, we catch up on local happenings during our time off. We cover the Writer's Strike, Dodger's Pride Night & the Flamin' Hot Cheeto Movie.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hola locamores! We are so excited to bring you Season 8 of our podcast this week. We can't wait for you to join us for more special interviews and hot takes on trending topics. In anticipation for our launch, we've put together an extended trailer for you. We take you on a trip down memory lane and give you a preview of what you can expect starting Wednesday, July 12! Support the show: https://www...

Welcome to Locatora Season 8! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first network season comes to an end! In this final capítulo, we recap our first 30-episode season of Locatora Radio and discuss what's stayed the same and what's changed. We covered so much during Season 7, from the decline of feminism to the rise of the conservative Latina. Tune in to hear more about our indie-to-network journey!  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_production...

In this capítulo, we are joined by Wendy Ramirez and Jackie Rodriguez of Spanish Sin Pena, an organization teaching and empowering our community to learn and practice Spanish. Learn about their trajectory and how you can join!  From the Bay to the Midwest, we also hear more testimonios from listeners from around the U.S. They share their experience with the Spanish language and whether or not they...

After Diosa went VIRAL for discussing the history of language violence, we noticed many people questioning the validity of that history. In this episode, we dive into the history of language violence in the American Southwest, Mexican-only schools, and the modern-day pochos, aka No Sabo Kids.   Listeners from around the U.S., share their experience with the Spanish language. From reformed no-sabo...

Welcome back, locamores! We are joined by Puerto Rican singer, composer and vocalist iLe. She released her third album, Nacarile in 2022 and collaborated with artists like, Ivy Queen, Natalia Lafourcade and Flor de Toloache, among others. We learn about her creative process, creating feminist anthems and how social movements inspire her work. iLe was also a member of Calle 13 before launching her...

Stand Up Comedian and writer, Marcella Arguello joins us to talk about her new half-hour HBO Max special, "Bitch, Grow Up!" directed by Aida Rodriguez. Arguello has been in the comedy space for 17 years. We talk about career longevity, her meditation album, and her upcoming comedy album Mercury in Reggaeton.  Listen to Marcella's past episode.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_pr...

Jessica Marie Garcia joins Locatora Radio to share her journey balancing motherhood, the Industry, and what it's like having the best eyebrows in Hollywood.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week, there's a new take on LA's "bad" food scene. On this capítulo, we overview Los Angeles' thriving immigrant communities, food journalism, and why anyone new to LA should get out of their TikTok food bubble. We also give some restaurant recommendations para los haters.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back, locamores. On this capítulo, we interview three sisters turned bandmates, Tori, Sophia, and Tiffany Baltierra, collectively known as The Tiarras. We talk to them about growing up in a musical family, the origin story of their band name & how they're creating their own music genre.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

On this capítulo we discuss gatekeeping & how it's being used online. From fashion tips to beauty tricks, we dive into the definition of gatekeeping & ask are influencers really gatekeepers?  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this capítulo, we play WORDAFUL the game and answer some intimate questions about moving for love, connecting vs. disconnecting from someone & other juicy questions.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this capítulo of Locatora Radio, we examine the decline and degradation of women’s rights. At the height of the #MeToo movement, we all witnessed accountability and some change. What do women's rights look like 6 years later?  Read this Vox article by Constance Grady.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On January 21, 2023, a gunman killed 11 people and injured 10 at Star Ballroom dance studio in Monterey Park. To give us more insight about Monterey Park and ethnoburbs, we’re joined by Bianca Mabute-Louie. She’s a sociologist, scholar-activist, author of “Unassimilable”.   Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this capítulo, las Locatoras dive into how our definition of self-care and self-love has evolved over the years. Early 20s vs Late 20s look real different for self-care! Plus, Diosa makes a big announcement.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you noticed that there's a lot of anti-feminist content coming from women? Convos about feminists wanting equity and structural change have been distilled to "Are women asking for too much?" We give an overview of digital feminism: from the Men Are Tr*sh Era to the obliteration of feminist media.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

On this capítulo of Locatora Radio, we bring back a segment called Oye Locas, where we answer listener questions. We also recap on Diosa's micro-wedding & Mala's burgeoning romance with a tortilla chip heir.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hola Locamores! Welcome back to Locatora Radio. On this capítulo, we recap Mala's birthday, new year feelings, & the survivor narratives in the news at the tail end of 2022.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the language episode: we unpack the linguistic use of the word "like", valley girls and why we should stop telling women what to do.    Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this capítulo, we discuss shows being pulled from streaming platforms, AI generators, and our predictions for the future of art & entertainment.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back locamores! On this episode, we talk setting boundaries with relatives, navigating pandemic holidays, & possible dinner convo topics.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.