The Jesse Garcia Show

Health Care Worker JP Cano talks about battling the Coronavirus at home and in the public as the Prevention Services Manager at the Resource Center in Dallas, Texas.

Meet Juan Jara, Chairman of the Board of the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. He’ll talk about preparing small businesses for life after the Corona virus and why it’s important for businesses to join their local chambers in order to access resources to help build their brand.

Captain Christopher Reyes talks about how to prevent the spread of Coronavirus, what to do if you become infected, and where to go to learn more about the pandemic.

Listen to some financial advice from Latinos for a Secured Retirement Executive Director Abigail Zapote. Learn about laws affecting your ability to retire with enough benefits, how you should be preparing for your golden years, and how proposed legislation will help queer spouses claim benefits owed to them.

As the world prepares for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, the Latinx community will seek meaningful ways to commemorate the historic occasion by visiting parks and cleaning up our environment. Albert Arevalo of Latino Outdoors will share ways you can contribute and enjoy our country’s parks, along with responsibilities we all have when visiting them.

Luis Nasvytis Torres is a Senior Legislative Representative at Earth Justice, our nation’s public interest environmental law organization. Earth Justice works to promote access to clean, affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy sources to mitigate the effects of climate change, create jobs, and improve the health of communities. We’ll talk about the court cases Earth Justice is working on that...

Sharita Gruberg, director of policy for the LGBTQ Research and Communications Project at American Progress, talks about issues facing Queer immigrant detainees, asylum seekers and DACA recipients.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipient Julio Acevedo talks about the program that has benefited him for eight years, the struggle to keep his DACA status, and how a pending Supreme Court ruling will either continue his American Dream or force him back in the closet.

Health Policy Senior Strategist Alberto Gonzalez of Unidos US, the nation’s largest Latino nonprofit advocacy organization, talks about Latino access to Health Care and the upcoming deadline to sign up for the Affordable Care Act.

The beautiful Ale Tristan has been selected to represent the United States at the Miss Trans Star International Beauty Pageant. Ale shares how she’s preparing for the big event in Barcelona, Spain, where she will compete with 30 other contestants to bring the crown home.

Voto Latino Social Media Director Norberto Briceño talks about creating a space for the Latinx community that is both relatable and authentic in today’s politics.

Civil rights, environmental justice, and health equity laws and policies. This is the framework that guides GreenLatinos National Policy Director Jessica Loya in her ongoing battle for the environment. Learn how she works hard each day to ensure Latinos are included in the conversation for a better tomorrow.

Leading expert on tobacco use among Latinos, Dr. Erik Rodriquez, talks about the new health concerns surrounding e-cigarettes and the lingering threat of tobacco in our community. He will give us insight on addiction and resources to learn how to quit.

Latinx members of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence talk about bringing joy and getting rid of stigma in the Queer community. As soon as the Sister-Face comes on, these mild manner folks become super heroes rescuing souls and uplifting vulnerable populations.

Congressional Hispanic Staff Association's Dayanara Ramirez talks about her important roles on Capitol Hill, serving as a Communications Director for a Congress Member and preparing the next generation of Latinx leaders.

Performer Alejandro Gongora shares his love of Ballet Folklorico, how the art form helped him as a kid, and how he is proudly bringing traditional Mexican dances to our nation's capital.

Meet the George Washington University Professor keeping our Latinx culture alive in academia—inside and outside of the classroom—ensuring that underrepresented segments within our culture are studied, celebrated and passed on to new generations.

Meet the brave Latino who stepped up 30 years ago to fight HIV/AIDS and homophobia in his rural community--and saved so many queer youth in the process--Oscar Raul Lopez.

Community Education Specialist Anna Maria Castillo of Donate Life talks about the need for organ donors in this country, the myths surrounding organ donations, and where you can sign up today to give the gift of life. And yes, queer people can donate!

Meet the voice of a new generation: Gabriel Acevero, a Community Organizer turned Elected Official who comes from the Immigrant, LGBTQ, African American, Latinx and Working Class Community. Ready to be inspired? Take a listen.

Multitalented Season One RuPaul’s Drag Race Legend Jade Sotomayor visits the podcast and shares how Drag changed her life, the special sisterhood of RPDR alumni, and how the art of drag is transforming the lives of young children who are discovering their own identities.

My mentor, life coach, and fairy godmother Patricia Mancha visits the podcast to talk about being a good hag to gay men, plus she shares her personal story about fighting breast cancer and winning!

Media mogul Gaby Natale talks about her award winning career in entertainment, her entrepreneurial spirit, and how she uses her platform to help the LGBTQ community.

Public safety, balancing budgets, promoting a city and international relations with Mexico, all while working as a full-time flight attendant. No worries. Mayor Bruno Lozano has it all under control. Meet the politician that’s winning the hearts and minds of rural voters in Southwest Texas.

On today's show we'll talk about Toxic Masculinity with Rethinking Masculinity, a project by DC nonprofit Collective Action for Safe Spaces, which challenges people to confront misogynistic attitudes and behavior in everyday life.