Found In Translation With Ray Collazo (general)

Host Ray Collazo is joined by journalist Nicki Mayo to discuss the state of journalism and the overall media landscape. Mayo discussed the need to discern 'new media' from real journalism and shared why her #BlackWomenUnmuted platform is a badly needed outlet to highlight the authentic perspective of Black women in American life. 

Collazo and Mayo discussed the legacy of #BlackTwitter and if they prefer their pasteles 'con ketchup' or 'sin ketchup.' 

Follow @NickiMayoNews on all social media platforms and subscribe to Bomba Live on YouTube for talk show you've been waiting for! 

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Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis of this week’s hot political headlines.

Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand analyze what this week’s January 6th hearings mean for possible federal prosecution of former President Donald Trump. They also discuss the impact of the newly passed Senate Gun Safety bill and SCOTUS gun rights decision.

Newly elected Republican Congresswoman Mayra Flores is claiming to be part of a new movement of Latino voters towards Republican party. Is Flores the future of Republican politics or just a viral youtube clip?

Finally, Collazo makes his first bold proclamation on the 2024 elections. Who indeed is the Presidential favorite right now? Subscribe to Found In Translation Talk Show on YouTube and anywhere you can listen to a podcast.

#January6 #GunSafety #LatinoVote #MayraFlores #FoundInTranslation #LatinoPolitics

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FOUND IN TRANSLATION TALK SHOW, your home for Latino politics & news, is back this week with updates on the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Meeting with White House, Republican infighting on January 6th insurrection and latest anti-Latino attack. Hosts Rafael “Ray” Collazo and Enrique Chaurand then interview Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS to update us on immigration policies from Capitol Hill to our Southern Border. Guevara shares what UnidosUS is calling on President Biden to do now on immigration while Collazo analyzes why we need to push back on the right wing narrative related to immigration policy.

Chaurand updates us on latest work UnidosUS Action Fund and Dream Corps are doing to engage Latinos in Climate Change movement while  Collazo gives us his weekly Puerto Rican news update. Finally, hosts discuss their fight over a Mexican/Puerto Rican baller.

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Found In Translation Host Rafael “Ray” Collazo shares his real time reactions to Will Smith and Chris Rock’s confrontation during the 2022 Oscars. Collazo analyzes the many angles of this sad moment in Hollywood history and discusses the many positive highlights throughout the show, including Ariana DeBose, Encanto, Quest Love and CODA.

Collazo also touches on Ukrainian conflict, Daddy Yankee’s new album, Danielle Clavell on American Idol and March Madness. 

Subscribe to Found In Translation Podcast and YouTube page  for more of Collazo’s analysis on today’s politics and news headlines.

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Festival Director Marangeli Mejia-Rabell of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival. Marangeli will review her exciting movie lineup for this year's virtual festival from May 30-June 6th. Ray and Marangeli will also discuss film's impact on the culture and her exciting role in the upcoming Bomba Live 2! on Saturday, June 12th.

Go to PHLAFF.org for film festival tickets and Bombalive.co for Bomba Live 2! Tickets!

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Host Ray Collazo welcomes award winning writer Quiara Alegria Hudes on this week's Bomba Live! for a historic conversation. The pride of Philadelphia discusses her new book "My Broken Language" and her upcoming movie "In The Heights." Celebrate literature, Philly and #BoricuaExcellence. 

Collazo and Hudes also have a major announcement about Bomba Live 2! on Saturday, June 12th. 

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Parent Alert! Host Ray Collazo is joined by Youth Motivational speakers Joaquin Zihuatanejo and Carlos "Chu" Ojeda Jr. from Educational consulting company CoolSpeak. Joaquin discusses his new book “Dollars For Scholars,” a guide to writing winning college and scholarship essays. We also talk about empowering young men and special #bombalive2! announcements.

In segment 2, Collazo will share how we all need to address femicide epidemic in Puerto Rico. #NiUnaMas

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Monte Perez of Nuts and Bolts Sports for our Spring Sports Special. Perez analyzes NFL Draft, previews NBA playoffs and shares his vision for Bomba Live 2!'s Sports programming. Plus Boxing promoter and Monroe County, New York Executive candidate Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons joins show to discuss boxing and sports worlds' responsibility to respond to domestic violence tragedies in Puerto Rico and throughout the country.

#RIPKeishla #RIPAndrea #NiUnaMas #LoveShouldntHurt #PazParaColombia 

 

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Hosts Ray Collazo & Vanessa Maria Graber are joined by activists Jason Ortiz, Jess F. Gonzalez and Nelson Guerrero for the long anticipated "CANNABIS SHOW." This special episode of Found In Translation/BOMBA LIVE! simulcast will break down how the Cannabis movement impacts health, business and racial justice. 

Collazo and Graber also reveal two other major guests that will be joining Bomba Live 2! the virtual Puerto Rican celebration taking place on Saturday, June 12th. You won't want to miss it!

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Ray Collazo & Maryanell Agosto host this special "Autism Is a Superpower" episode. Collazo and Agosto are joined by YouTube Sensations Miguel and Iliana Santos of ToyQuest101, Parent Advocate Jennifer Hutcheson and Occupational Therapist Alicia Stufoso on how we help our loved ones across the spectrum show us their Superpowers!

This episode is dedicated to all those on the spectrum, their parents, caregivers and other loved ones. You are not alone. 

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Argentina Beltran, Liz Miyoung Kaufman, Ben Cheng and Elbert Garcia to discuss what true solidarity among Asian-Americans/Pacific Islanders and Latinos looks like in 2021. Kaufman updates us mood of Minnesota's activist community in midst of Ben Chauvin trial for murder of George Floyd. 

Cheng and Beltran share practical tips on how to show solidarity to Asian-American/Pacific Islander community during this time. Kaufman shares historical context to latest wave of anti-Asian American violence impacting our community. Elbert Garcia updates us on special anniversary to that speaks to ongoing history of solidarity between AAPIs, Latinos and other diverse communities. #STOPASIANHATE

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Arizona Under Attack: Voter Suppression Efforts At The Capitol
On this week's Found in Translation, you will hear a recent virtual townhall on Voter Suppression efforts in Arizona. Voter suppression is real. Join Co-hosts UnidosUS Action Fund, Arizona Advocacy Networks and other allied partners for panel discussion on what is happening at the state Capitol and what we can do to prevent the erosion of Latino voting rights. Episode includes opening from Gabriella Cázares-Kelly, Pima County Recorder and panelists Liz Salazar, Arizona Policy Advisor, UnidosUS Action Fund Beth Lewis, Co-Executive Director, Save Our Schools Network, Paulette Zinzun, Deputy Legislative & Policy Director, Arizona Advocacy Network, Francisca Gil, Political Director, Our Voice Our Vote and Gina Mendez, Organizing Manager, LUCHA.
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Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Empowerment Comedian Ernie G. The panel chops it up about how Ernie G has harnessed the power of laughter to help millions of people through mental health coaching, TEDx speaking and standup comedy.

Collazo and Reyes provide news updates on American Rescue Plan, Vaccine distribution and Violence Against Women's Act.

Jeffrey Vargas joins show to talk March Madness and what hoops means to the FIT/Bomba Live crew. 

FIT/Bomba Live family stands in solidarity with our Asian-American community. #StopAsianHate

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Hosts Ray Collazo and Vanessa Maria Graber are joined by juvenile justice activist & podcast star Luis "Suave" Gonzalez and legendary journalist Maria Hinojosa. Maria and Suave discuss their groundbreaking "Suave Podcast" and Maria's new book "Once I Was You." 

Learn about what made Maria and Suave's 27 year relationship as journalist and source possible. Suave also reveals what made him believe in the power of redemption even while he served a life sentence. Join us for this historic and gripping conversation.

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Hosts Ray Collazo & Christina Vega are joined by political analyst Elbert Garcia and Freestyle legend and podcaster Betty Dee. The crew will share some huge announcements related to Bomba Live!, Betty Dee's new project and Ray's new gig. A must listen!

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by special cohosts Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and Alan Taveras of Brands of Puerto Rico. They announce their exciting collaboration to build partnerships between businesses on the island and the diaspora.

Collazo also interviews boricua entrepreneurs Chef Vivoni, Ivdia Velazquez and Roberto Rivera to discuss how we can do business together to strengthen the island's economy. #GrowPR

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Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Zoe Colon for this special "Bronx Takeover" edition. The all Bronx lineup features actress, speaker and author April Hernandez Castillo to discuss her newest book "Embracing Me." Plus music sensation April Rose on her hit single "Unstoppable" and her burgeoning career.

The panel also shares the impact of Salsa legend Johnny Pacheco and Hip-Hop pioneer Prince Markie D on the culture. RIP to Johnny and Mark.

Support Texas relief efforts and continue to hold Republican officials in Texas accountable for #ERCOT disaster.

Uptown Baby!

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Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes host this week's Valentine's Day Special. Angel and Isamac Figueroa share how service has been the center of their love affair. Certified Sex Coach Ana Lopez joins us to discuss how to back in touch with intimacy during COVID season. 

Collazo and Reyes also update us on this week's news headlines. 

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Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega welcome the "Boricua Social Media All Stars" to Found In Translation/Bomba Live simulcast. Funky Bacalao, Cooking With Omi, Dean Huertas, J3RSYRICAN and Ivelissa Riendo y Comiendo join us to share their favorite moments as Latino Social Media influencers and what's next for their brands. Collazo and Vega also analyze AOC's epic IG Live and other news headlines. Plus, a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT you won't want to miss!

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Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli is joined by Uber Publicist/PR guru Barbara Lizzet Sanchez to get you ready to unleash your inner mogul in 2021. Sanchez has guided careers of legends like Snoop Dog, T-Boz and Danny Trejo. Sanchez also shared why she is passionate about supporting single mothers' achieve their dreams.

Plus music from "los nenes del reggaetón" Chily y Topo!

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts/advocates Kyle Darby, Dom Miller and Cynthia Santiago to discuss the Black and Latino agenda in 2021. The panel lays out how we work together to advocate for equitable policies around COVID relief, immigration, economic recovery and criminal justice reform. Plus, new music by Salsero Luis Espada!

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Host Ray Collazo updates us on what this week's election results in Georgia and subsequent coup attempt mean for us. Collazo is joined by CEO of Luna Sol Media Danay Escanaverino to discuss the Clubhouse App phenomenon. Tiffany Sierra of Cocina Sierra comes back to prepare us some Arroz con Gandules. Que viva America!
 
 
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Host Ray Collazo celebrates the New Year by sharing highlights of his favorite moments from 2020. Collazo along with cohosts, producers and special guests had you covered through 2020 with provocative coverage of COVID19, Elections, the hottest news/social media headlines, incredible musical performances and celebrity appearances. Enjoy the highlights and Happy 2021!

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This week was a "Virtual Puerto Rican Parranda" crossover episode featuring shows "Love Shouldn't Hurt" "Found In Translation" and "Bomba Live." Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega are joined by musical artists Fabiola Mendez and Enchategui leading the parranda live from Puerto Rico. 

The parranda included appearances from Shirley Santos, Miguel and Iliana from ToyQuest101, Tiffany Sierra of Cocina Sierra, David From Puerto Rican Flags Up and music from Aleyda Santos.

Thanks for show Producers Elbert Garcia and Rey Velez and enjoy a blessed Holiday Season. 

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Found In Translation/Bomba Live Crossover: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Content Guru/Activist George "Urban Jibaro" Torres to share his personal COVID recovery story. Dionely Reyes and Tania Valencia join to break down the Selena Netflix series and why Bad Bunny is winning 2020. 

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Found In Translation/Bomba Live! is back! Host Ray Collazo is joined by Javier Cuebas on life as a Puerto Rican on Biden campaign and what to expect from his Presidency. Dr. Karen Jaime returns to pay homage to legendary founder of Nuyorican Cafe Miguel Algarin. Politics, poetry, chisme, news, music y mucho mas!

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Host Ray Collazo provides analysis on this crazy election. The latest updates on election state of play, the Latino Vote story and what this means for our politics in 2021. Yes, 2021 will be here one day.

Collazo also discusses the power of the 'Big Dawg.' Episode also includes special appearances from Frankie Negron, Eli Castro, Mia Mendez, Fabiola Mendez and Heidi Ann Rosa.

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Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia provide first reactions to you night one of election results. Collazo and Garcia update you ramifications of a strong Trump performance, frustrating Florida, the Latino 'white supremacy problem' and what to expect for the rest of the election cycle. 

Episode dedicated to all of the organizers and activists that did they could to save our democracy this election cycle. Win or lose, you are champions. 

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Found In Translation Host Ray Collazo provides his final analysis of the 2020 Elections with thoughts for both Biden and Trump supporters as well as his guide to observing the Electoral Map on Tuesday+.

Collazo provides advice for what Biden supporters can do to alleviate anxiety over these critical 48 hours. Episode also includes appearances from cuatrista Fabiola Mendez and YouTube Sensation Drew Anthony. 

Episode is dedicated to all of the organizers and activists you have worked tirelessly to preserver our democracy this election cycle. 

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Episode 402: Guest Host Zoe Colon leads a conversation with Puerto Rican political organizers Jimmy Torres-Velez and Maria Revelles Mitchell about mobilizing the Puerto Rican vote in 2020. While many just began focusing on this critical demographic in our national conversation, these experts have been organizing boricua voters throughout the diaspora and on the island through countless campaigns. Listen to these leaders on the ground in Central Florida on  what it takes to engage Puerto Rican voters.

This panel took place during the inaugural Bomba Live this past June.  

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Found In Translation/Bomba Live! crossover is back with Hosts Ray Collazo and Vanessa Maria Graber. Collazo and Graber are "spilling the tea" on the State of Play on the election, the perspective of Latino voters and mobilizing strategies during the final election stretch. Collazo and Graber also call out #LaComai and Rev. Samuel Rodriguez for unacceptable behavior this week.

“D’Que Latino!” writer and producer Sulma Arzu-Brown along with cast members Rhina Valentin, Marilyn Camacho and Julia Caras-Linares join us to discuss their cutting edge web series that addresses issues of colorism and other sensitive issues impacting Latina career women. Support D’Que Latino! and make your plan to vote!

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Celebrate Found In Translation's 400th episode in style with hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega as we celebrate with Freestyle Music Legends Betty Dee of Sweet Sensation and DJ Richie Rich Worldwide. Relieve some stress as we chop it up about the past, present and future of this distinct urban Latino cultural phenomenon. 

Listen to what's next for these music powerhouses and learn more about the new Puerto Rican food hotspot in Philly!

Ray and the entire Found In Translation Family thanks all our loyal listeners for supporting this podcast for over 7 years and now 400 episodes!

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Found in Translation is back with a special 'Post Debate" Edition that took place immediately following this historic Presidential debate. Hosts Rafael Collazo and Elbert Garcia were joined by analyst James Garcia of Vanguardia America and Prince George County Councilperson Deni Taveras to help analyze the most important debate in our modern history. It was surely a spectacle, but will it matter? Did Biden show enough? Was the word "Latino" every uttered?

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Bomba Live! Mujeres edition. Building Latinx, Black And Asian Solidarity with hosts Zoė ColÓn and Dr. Judith Perez Caro featuring guests Jennė Lewis, Dr. Howard Caro-Lopez and Benjamin Cheng. Plus special musical guest cuatrista Fabiola Mendez!

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Episode 398: Hosts Ray Collazo and Abe Amoros share their feelings on the state of play of the 2020 election and honor two Black women heroes.  Carlos Odio of Equis Lab help us handicap the Latino Vote and Federico DeJesus analyzes Biden's new "Puerto Rico Plan."

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Episode 397: Host Ray Collazo is joined by featured co host Denise Padin Collazo to discuss her new book "Thriving In The Fight." Special guest Jasmine Sessoms of "She Can Win!" will join show to discuss mobilizing women of color and this week's news headlines. Plus analysis of state of play in critical swing states Florida and Pennsylvania. 

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Episode 396: Bomba Live!/Found In Translation simulcast is back with our "Back to School Special." Hosts Ray Collazo and Shirley Santos are joined by guests Addriana Montalvo, Marisol Serrano-Colon and YouTube sensations Kaidel y Axel on how we maintain self-care, purpose, student motivation, advocacy and joy during the ongoing COVID19 season.

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Episode 395: Guest Hosts Zoe Colon and Dr. Dinorah Nieves explore true meaning of Latinx representation through lens of race, ethnicity and identity. Host Ray Collazo joined to discuss the (mis) representation of RNC's infamous speaker Kimberley Guilfoyle. They also explored the dynamics in play with Puerto Rican/Latino voters in Florida and around the country for this upcoming election. 

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Found In Translation Episode 394: FIT/Bomba Live! hosts Ray Collazo and Abe Amoros analyze the Democratic National Convention with Joe Biden surrogate Commissioner Viviana Janer and DNC Bernie Sanders Delegate Patricia Campos. Plus Ray and Dionely Reyes interview Puerto Rican Music Superstar Rafa Pabon on new single "Bandido!"

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Found In Translation Episode 393: Host Ray Collazo analyzes Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention. We knew the first day of a virtual convention was going to be weird, but did it work? Were progressives, youth and Latinos assuaged by lineup and messages? Collazo shares impact of speakers like First Lady Michelle Obama, Bernie Sanders, Eva Longoria and Kristen Urquiza to the festivities.

Collazo also compares Vice President Biden to a legendary sports superstar who was well past his prime during his greatest moment. Is that a foreshadow to what is to come? Plus preview of Day 2. 

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Episode 392: Hosts Ray Collazo and Abe Amoros analyze Joe Biden's selection of Kalama Harris and the election chaos in Puerto Rico with Sandra Rodriguez-Cotto. Musica urbano correspondents La Armonia and Dionely Reyes break down Jowell Y Randy's new album 'Viva El Perreo' and the Mozart La Para vs. Lapiz Conciente rap beef. Plus music from La Parcha and Daniree!

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Found In Translation, Episode 391: Hosts Christina Vega and Jazmin DeJesus with guests Lydiana Gonzalez, Evelyn Ramos and Edna Maldonado for the ultimate virtual "Bomba Live!" Ladies Night! Grab your wine glass as the ladies take care of you with makeup and lashes tutorials, summer drink recipes and real career talk. Plus musical performance by Daniree!

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Found In Translation, Episode 390: Host Zoe Colon and special guests Dr. Dinorah Nieves and Dr. Judith Perez Caro discuss power of Latina mentorship in 2020 with legendary Bronx activist Elba Cabrera. Plus music from Maria Isa and Betty Dee of Sweet Sensation. Join this inspiring virtual Puerto Rican Celebration of sisterhood, culture and community de puro Bronx!

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Found In Translation is back for our annual summer sports special with the "Sports Whisperer" Monte Perez of the Full Monte Sports Show. Monte and Ray will preview the NBA restart and diagnose MLB's ongoing COVID nightmare. 

Monte and Ray also discuss the Jamal Adams trade, Edgar Berlenga's KO streak and the ongoing woes of the Jets and Knicks.

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Found In Translation Episode 388: FIT/Bomba Live! simulcast is back to save our kids with teacher/labor leader Wendy Doromal and our democracy with Portland-Boricua activist Pedro Anglada Cordero. How can Latino parents feel safe having their kids return to school and what do we need to provide students and teachers to be ready? Wendy and Pedro report to us what's happening on the front lines in Orlando and Portland. 

Hosts Ray Collazo and Shirley Santos also analyze Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez' iconic statement on the House Floor to respond to verbal abuse of Congressman Ted Yoho and its impact on the fight for gender equality.

Special guest social media comedian Drew Anthony also joined us to discuss his iconic "WHEN RADIO PLAYS REGGAETON FROM 2000s" video! Listen to Drew Anthony get serenaded by FIT's muse Koser. 

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Found In Translation/Bomba Live simulcast is back talking 'adobo activism' with Alan Taveras of Brands of Puerto Rico and Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce. We discuss how to support Puerto Rican small businesses during #GoyaBoycott and beyond. Taveras shares what Brands of PR offers and impact of supporting local businesses on the island. 

Hosts Ray Collazo and Suliah Picorelli also interview musical group La Parcha! Calde y Pablo Javier de La Parcha share how they developed their distinct style incorporating reggeaton/cumbia/balladas and pop. The crew also discusses the challenges and opportunities for artists during COVID19 and La Parcha requests Sulaih sing; y que paso?

Collazo also updates us on why COVID19 is hitting Latino community so hard and what we can do to support the most vulnerable during this time. 

Plus reflections on passing of Naya Rivera and continued buzz surrounding "Mucho, Mucho, Amor" documentary on Walter Mercado. 

 

 

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FIT/Bomba Live are back to discuss Walter Mercado’s epic Netflix documentary “Much, Mucho, Amor” and this week’s news headlines with Zulema Rodriguez, Marangeli Mejia Rabell and Mayra Arroyo. Can we really get our kids back to school?

Adonis Banegas also joins to discuss El Concilio’s upcoming Virtual Hispanic Fiesta. Plus musical performances from La Voz 2019 Winner Jeidimar Rijos and Domino Saints!

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Episode 385: Found In Translation/Bomba Live Simulcast with Hosts Ray Collazo, Zoe Colon and Shirley Santos. Panel discussed how free Puerto Ricans/Latinos really are in 2020 and the language of race in Puerto Rico. Guests Mercedes Vazquez and New York State Senate candidate Hilda Rosario-Escher updated us on how voter suppression is impacting Latinos in Upstate New York. Plus performances from Muevete Dance Company and Cultura Activa. Wepa!
SHOW LESS
 
 
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FIT/Bomba Live! Vodcast Episode 384: Hosts Ray Collazo, Sulaih Picorelli and Christina Vega are joined by Lizza Monet Morales aka "XOXO Lizza" on Latino celebrity response to #BlackLivesMatter #BrownLivesMatter and upcoming Hispanicize Virtual Conference. 

Author Paul Sangillo stops by discuss his new crime thriller "The Golden Prison.

Nicole Valadez from Trill Multicultural shares information on their "Activist Bootcamp" and Pablo Batista shares his new Latin Jazz single "Watermelon Man."

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Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 383: Host Ray Collazo shares the "7 Year Anniversary Special, Part II" along with an array of artists and special guests. Enjoy special performances from Frankie Negron, Pablo Batista, Joaquin Zihuatanejo, Sulaih Picorelli, Kuan aka King of Bees and Jim Lujan with appearances from Zoe Colon, Nissim Leon, Dionely Reyes, Vanessa Maria Graber and Jeffrey Vargas. 

Can watch full episode on FIT YouTube Page

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FIT Episode 382: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Bomba Live! team Christina Vega, Shirley Santos and Zoe Colon to review highlights from this past weekend Bomba Live! Virtual Puerto Rican Celebration, which can be found @bombalivepr on FB & IG and @bomba_live on Twitter. 

Highlights on this episode include performances from Maria Isa and Sweet Sensation's Betty Dee and Rosa Clemente. 

American Idol Puerto Rico's Aleyda Santos returns for live performance.

Crew updates us on historic SCOTUS decision to save DACA program and Justice Sotomayor's impassioned opinion. Bad Bunny updates and announcement on future "A List" guest!

 

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Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 381: Hosts Ray Collazo and Christina Vega are joined by "A" List Hollywood star Sofie Khan to discuss the life of a "MexiStani Pan Sexual" artist in Hollywood. Christina Vega updates us on BOMBA Live! lineup, including the special announcement that comedian/actor Eli Castro will be joining the show as a co-host.

And Collazo explains why Joe Biden reminds us of our Junior Prom date. 
 
Bomba Live! Virtual Puerto Rican Celebration takes place on Saturday, June 13th on Bomba Live! and Found In Translation Social Media channels. Follow @bombalivepr on IG & FB and @bomba_live on Twitter. 
 
 
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Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 380: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Jennifer Rodriguez of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and entrepreneurs Wanda Mora, Tania Valencia and Mami Elva for the conversation about how to get to business during COVID19. 

This episode is dedicated to Breanna Taylor. A nurse who was killed while sleeping in her home by police who went into the wrong apartment. The senseless violence against black people needs to stop. 

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Found In Translation Talk Show, Episode 379: Hosts Ray Collazo and Zoe Colon on state of education for Latino students during COVID19 with Amalia Chamorro of UnidosUS and New Jersey educator Shirley Santos. Listen to updates on dangerous re-opening, why we run 2:23 and LISTEN for BIG NEWS on future episode!

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Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 377: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are back with guests Ana and Danilo Rodriguez for our yearly Mother's Day Special. Join us as we honor our mothers, share why masks stay on and reflect on last week's anniversary special. Yamelisa Taveras updates us on the work of UnidosFund.org to provide students tools they need for online learning. Episode dedicated to memories of Katia Maria Capellan and Ahmaud Arbery. 

Direct download: RP377_Masks_On_Mothers_Day_FINAL.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:20am EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 376: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli enjoy the ‘7 Year Anniversary Special, Part I” along with an array of artists and special guests. Enjoy special performances from Sofie Khan, Heidy Anne Rosa, Nicasio Montelara, Karen Jaime, KOSER and Kxng Charisma along with appearances from FIT favorites Christina Vega, Laiza Santos, Yaya Rivera, Abe Amoros and Mario Collazo.

Look out for Part II featuring Frankie Negron soon! Can watch full episode on FIT YouTube Channel.

Direct download: RP376_Puerto_Rican_Simon_Cowell_Presents.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:46pm EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 375: Hosts Ray Collazo and Zoe Colon discuss bleach as political touchstone and review Nicky Jam's NetFlix documentary "El Ganador." Dr. DeShawn Chapman also joins to discuss African-American and Latino coalition building.

Direct download: RP375_Simply_Fabuloso.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 374: FIT sets off two week celebration of show’s 7 Year Anniversary. Dionely Reyes and Elbert Garcia join Host Ray Collazo to analyze the gaslighting of Latinos/immigrants by administration. Maryanell Agosto updates us on best ways to support Autistic children during COVID19 season and Carol Obando-Derstine shares home safety tips during this crisis.

Direct download: RP374_Setting_It_Off.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:53pm EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 373: FIT's Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Dr. Amit Kharod and Ebelyss Martinez to discuss the state of healthcare and healthcare workers during COVID19 season. UnidosUS Carlos Guevara also updates us on life for immigrants during crisis.

Direct download: RP373_The_Essentials_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:31pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 372: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest Zoe Colon to ‘sound off’ on the hottest issues of the day. Issues tackled on this edition of Found In Translation:

1. Strategies to mitigate harm to Latinos of COVID19. Colon shares her experience educating more newly arrived Puerto Rican communities in Central Florida.

2. Florida Puerto Rican Vote: What people need to know and just don’t know about engaging this critical voting bloc.

3. Residente’s IG interview with AOC: Analysis of what interview means for intersection of U.S. Latino/Latin American solidarity and progressive politics.

4. Zoe Colon updates us on importance of Domestic Violence prevention during COVID19.

5. Collazo, Colon and contributor Charlie Ramos analyze what presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden needs to do get Puerto Rican voters from Florida, to Pennsylvania excited about this candidacy.

6. Crew deliberates on what IG battle would they like to see featuring Puerto Rican celebrities. Shout out to hip hop legends DJ Premier and RZA for inspiring conversation.

Direct download: RP372_Ray_And_Zoe_Sound_Off.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:01pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 371: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Dr. Miguelina German, the Director of Pediatric Behavioral Health Services at Montefiore Medical Center, to discuss the mental health story of Covid19. Dr. German updates us on how her Bronx based Health Center is treating afflicted patients at ground zero of the Covid19 pandemic. Dr. German also shares critical mental health coping mechanisms to support ourselves, children and other loved ones.

Dr. German and the Found In Translation family are particularly concerned about minority disparities in Covid19 spread and fatalities. Please stay informed in both English and Spanish about how you can keep your loved ones stay safe.

Direct download: RP371_Mental_Health_Story_Of_Covid19.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:00am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy. 

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Direct download: RP370_Spiritual_Holy_Week_COVID19.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:37pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy. 

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Direct download: RP370_Spiritual_Holy_Week_COVID19.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:37pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy. 

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Direct download: RP370_Spiritual_Holy_Week_COVID19.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:37pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 370: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli are joined by Reverend Adan Mairena of the West Kensington Ministry in Philadelphia. Rev. Mairena shares how we can draw spiritual strength during this pandemic similar to the moments that marked Holy Week. Rev. Mairena also shared how Philadelphians are unifying to support their neighbors that are normally forgotten during normal times.

Collazo also analyzes the meaning of Senator Sanders ending his Presidential campaign. And what Vice President Biden could do to better engage Latino voters like a potential VP nomination for Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and a real Puerto Rico policy. 

FIT community wishes people of all faiths and beliefs a safe and peaceful Holy Week.

Direct download: RP370_Spiritual_Holy_Week_COVID19.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:37pm EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 369: Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia soundoff on what we can learn from the COVID19 pandemic during Holy Week. Collazo reveals which one of the Ten Commandments is being overlooked at this time that explains many of the problems we are faced with.

Collazo breaks down the health, economic and democratic well being our country is in danger of losing. The Wisconsin primary debacle is the latest example that we are losing our democracy in the midst of this health pandemic.

Leadership, faith, accountability, service....all on the table during the Holy Week soundoff.

This episode is dedicated to all we have lost due to COVID19 scourge, including Dr. Jaime Wilson. RIP

The FIT family wishes people of all faiths and beliefs safety, enlightenment and love during the COVID10 season. 

Direct download: RP369_Ray_Holy_Week_Sound_Off.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:14pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 368: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Autism parent advocates Teresa Chaurand and Maryanell Agosto to provide an overview for parents on how to approach advocacy for your children on the spectrum. From navigating healthcare systems, school districts and family dynamics, Chaurand and Agosto provide invaluable tips for parents/caregivers of our loved ones on spectrum.

Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli also updates us on the importance of completing the Census.

Found In Translation is proud to announce that FIT is dedicating the rest of the year to Autism Awareness. FIT will feature regular segments with health experts, educators, parents and people on the spectrum to provide information and support for our Autistic loved ones and their caregivers.

Direct download: Autism_Awareness_Podcast_FINAL.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:54pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 367: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli and members of the PA Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs (GACLA) to discuss how the state and advocates are supporting residents through the #COVID19 season. Commissioners Ida Castro, Adrian Rivera Reyes, Nelly Jimenez and Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez share how Latinos and Spanish speaking residents can access health, human, economic and educational services during this crisis. The panel also ‘connects the dots’ between the inequities that this crisis has brought to the surface and how we can use this opportunity to advocate for more systematic changes to our healthcare, education and economic systems. The panel also shares why completing the Census is so critical to our long-term societal equity agenda.

As the former Director of the EEOC, Ida Castro reflects on how this administration is handling this crisis in comparison to the administration she served.

Advocates also reflect in two languages how #COVID19 is impacting their communities and their personal lives.  

Direct download: RP367_COVID19_Relief_In_Any_Language.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:41am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 366: Host Ray Collazo sounds off on what President Trump's announcement that the country will remain quarantined until at least April 30th and how this sums up his mismanagement of the pandemic. Collazo blasts off on the scope of this disaster, how the Puerto Rico relief response foreshadowed this entire situation and why the most vulnerable are more in danger than ever. 

Collazo also lays out what we need to do from here to protect our families, embrace blessings of situation and hold everyone accountable to our survival. Stay safe family.  

Direct download: Ray_Sounds_Off_.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 365: FIT is all about the kids today as host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli and a panel of educators, advocates and students to talk about how we support our children during this Coronavirus season. Plus an American's journey to unlock the U.S. Join the Mejia and Vargas families plus Eva Mendez on this week's FIT. Stay safe family!

Direct download: RP365_FIT_Is_For_The_Kids.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:55am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 364; Host Ray Collazo provides analysis on the political battle around Coronavirus Relief Package #3 and shares why he doesn’t want to write Trump a $500 Billion check. And how D-NICE made our weekend.

Direct download: RP364_FIT_Daily_Coronavirus_and_DNICE.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 363: Hosts Ray Collazo and Sulaih Picorelli are joined by an expert panel to share the 411 on the Coronavirus. Join Dr. Frances Colon, Venessa Rivera, Angie Argentieri and Adonis Banegas for the only conversation that matters right now. Stay safe family.

Direct download: RP363_411_On_Coronavirus.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:28pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 362: Host Ray Collazo updates us on the personal, health, economic and advocacy priorities facing us as we enter this COVID19 season. Collazo shares who you gotta call and why you need to stay off these streets.

Collazo also gives Senator Sanders some advice after another disastrous set of primary results and why everyone seems to be a socialist now.

Watch and listen to Found In Translation Talk Show on Thursday at 8pm Eastern time with more conversation on managing Coronavirus pandemic.  

Direct download: RP362_Are_We_Going_To_Be_Ok_Its_Over.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:43pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 361: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Sulaih Picorelli and guest Alicia Lewis to take a deep dive into the Netflix phenomenon Gentefied. The America Ferrera produced dramedy chronicles the journey of three Mexican-American cousins trying to pursue their dreams while maintaining their family and community of Boyle Heights in East Los Angeles.

The crew discusses how Gentefied hits the bullseye on so many elements of the Latino experience: power of extended family, urban America’s housing crisis, dual Latino and American identities and the diversity of Brown Love.

Direct download: RP361_Gentefied_FINAL.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:49pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 360: Host Ray Collazo analyzes what results of March 10th primary elections mean for state of race, progressive movement and Latino community. Collazo calls on pragmatists that are winning right now to lead to mobilize the entire coalition, including engaging progressives, younger voters and people of color in a courageous and authentic way.

Collazo also reveals the Latino Agenda we need to push Biden to support now and his frustrations with how some African-American Biden surrogates are discussing the Vice President’s relationship with black community. Also listen to end of show for special announcement on tomorrow’s show!

Direct download: RP360_Happy_Now.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:19pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 359: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Organize Florida's Kristellys Estanga to pour one out for Senator Elizabeth Warren and discuss what's next for progressive and Latino organizing movements. Estanga shares her perspective as a former Warren for President staffer and her lessons learned from Warren's campaign. 

Collazo and Estanga also analyze how issues like gentrifcation, healthcare and Latin American policy can mobilize or depress voter enthusiasm. 

Collazo then reveals this week's #TengoBochinche and honors friends we lost this week. #RIPJoseDonRafaelPatrick

Direct download: RP359_Pouring_One_Out_For_Warren.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:49am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 348: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activists and surrogates around the Super Tuesday map to discuss the miraculous night for Vice President Joe Biden and what this means for Senator Bernie Sanders. Doug Chavez, Tania Del Rio and James Garcia analyze what Biden’s comeback means for the race and the Latino community moving forward.

California Congressman and Sanders surrogate Ro Khanna joins the show to discuss impact of Latino vote on Super Tuesday and what Sanders now needs to do moving forward to win the Democratic nomination.

Michelle Tremillo of Texas Organizing Project joins from Houston to share how TOP is organizing communities of color and what the Presidential and down ballot races teach us about the changing Texas landscape.

Texas State Representative Victoria Neave updates us on how Biden mobilized voters down the stretch in Texas. Neave also shares issue priorities for Latino state legislators going into next year’s state legislative session.

Direct download: RP358_Super_Tuesday_Live_Biden_Que_Que_FINAL.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:27am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 357: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Elbert Garcia break down what the weekend's political results mean for Super Tuesday and beyond. 

Listen to summary of what big win in South Carolina means for Vice President Joe Biden's viability and for Senator Bernie Sanders' front runner status. 

Collazo and Garcia also analyze how Tom Steyer and Pete Buttigieg's stepping down from race impact Super Tuesday and what the true battle is in Democratic politics that day. 

Special guest and Sanders supporter Leyla Martinez joins the show from the Valley of South Texas to discuss her observations from campaigning for Bernie Sanders throughout the early states the past several weeks.  Martinez also shares how Sanders has connected with her as a criminal justice reform activist. 

Collazo and Garcia also note how the Senator Ted Cruz vs. AOC social media beef sums up our concerns about how Trump administration will handle the Coronavirus crisis and what Bad Bunny's smash debut of new banger #YHLQMDLG means for pop culture and Latino politics. #RIP Alexa

Direct download: Super_Tuesday_Eve.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:29pm EDT

Host Ray Collazo analyzes last night's Democratic debate leading up the South Carolina Primary. Did anyone set themselves up to be alternative to Sanders or is Bernie's momentum too much to overcome? Collazo shares his projected results for Super Tuesday and what the means to the field. 

Direct download: South_Carolina_Democratic_Debate_Recap.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

Found in Translation Host Ray Collazo breaks down what results of Nevada Caucus mean for Democratic Presidential Primary and Latino Vote. Collazo also shares what the two Sonia's mean to him.

Direct download: The_Latino_Tsunami_Two_Sonias.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:58am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 354: Found in Translation host Ray Collazo shares his immediate thoughts on a contentious Democratic Primary debate just held in Nevada.

Candidates seemed on offensive, looking to verbally knock each other out ahead of Saturday's Nevada caucuses? Did anyone push ahead? Is Bloomberg still viable? Is anyone left that can directly address voters of color?

Tune in and listen to what Ray has to say.

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:06pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 353: Host Ray Collazo and Found In Translation just hit a big milestone. Collazo appeared on Alicia Menendez Show on MSNBC this past Sunday. On this episode, Collazo introduces himself to his new listeners that are joining us from seeing him on MSNBC as well as catching us up on what he didn’t get a chance to mention during his television appearance.

Collazo shares his personal background and his insider experience appearing on a national program as well as provide us his updates on Nevada Caucus, Super Tuesday and overall state of Democratic Primary horse race. Collazo also shares some examples of what is truly at stake during this election and the biggest lesson he learned from first guest appearance on MSNBC.

Thanks again to Alicia Menendez and her team for the opportunity to share my thoughts on politics with nationwide audience. Subscribe to Podcast and follow Found In Translation Talk Show on Social Media @FIT_TalkShow.

Direct download: RP353_What_I_Didnt_Get_To_Say_On_MSNBC.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:26am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 352: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Damaris “Lady D” Vega and special guest New Hampshire Democratic activist Carlos Cardona. Cardona has become a political sensation as the political kingmaker of the New Hampshire Primary. Learn more about Cardona’s inspirational journey from childhood poverty in Puerto Rico to having an audience with every major Democratic Presidential candidate at his home.

Lady D and Ray also discuss ‘Love in 2020.’ How do we define love during these turbulent times? How is social media making love and relationships more complicated? Lady D shares how relationships are impacted by celebrity and the enduring love of children and family.

Direct download: RP352_Boricua_Powers_Presidential_Primary_Love_in_2020.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:56pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 351: Host Ray Collazo analyzes the results from New Hampshire Primaries and what this means for Democratic Primary race. Collazo breaks down prospects for front runner Bernie Sanders and the rest of the field moving forward including reveal of only three candidates with viable path.

Collazo becomes first national pundit to call on what the true Democratic coalition should do now moving forward. You heard it here first.

Election Day took place under the cloud of crookery in Washington. Collazo shares how today’s decision by Attorney Bill Barr to corrupt the Department of Justice is another example of the true stakes in this election.

Catch regular show on Thursday night live on Twitter @fit_talkshow.

Direct download: RP351_New_Hampshire_Post_Game.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:49am EDT

FIT Talk Show Episode 350: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Yaya Rivera to discuss how people of conscious plow through this infamous week of history. Collazo and Rivera are joined by Yamelisa Taveras on how she took her #LowerInsulinPrices advocacy to the State Of The Union.  Frederick Velez III then joined in to share how Power4PR took Puerto Rico advocacy directly to the Presidential candidates during the Iowa Caucus.

Collazo shares his analysis of how the Senate acquittal of Trump’s impeachment will impact the 2020 Elections. Yaya Rivera highlights several Afro-Latino historical figures to kick off our Black History Month celebration and we deliberate the hottest issue of the week: was JLO/Shakira’s Super Bowl performance the height of Latina Power or something else?

Direct download: RP350_Conscious_Amidst_The_Chaos.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:56am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 349: Host Ray Collazo is joined by author and activist David Bowles to discuss the #AmericanDirt controversy and the birth of the #DignidadLiteraria movement. How has Oprah’s latest book club selection caused so much controversy and forced us to examine the role of publishing industry in opening doors to tell our stories.

The 'Sports Whisperer' Monte Perez , 'The Other' George Lopez and Daniel McNeal join Ray to discuss the legacy of Kobe Bryant and how these tragic losses have impacted sports world and popular culture.

Leo Prieto and other Kansas City Chiefs superfans joined from South Beach to report in for our Super Bowl preview segment.

Collazo shares what’s at stake in the coming days in the Senate Impeachment Trial.

Direct download: RP349_Dignity_In_All_Things.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:39pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 348: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Abe Amoros to stack truth about politics and today’s hottest issues. Guest Marge Baker of People For The American Way joins to update us on outcome of this week’s Senate Impeachment Trial and San Juan City Council candidate Paul Figueroa join us live from the streets of San Juan reporting on #WandaRenuncia movement to provide more accountability to Puerto Rican government.

Collazo and Amoros analyze the impending Sanders vs. Biden battle for the nomination and some juicy tidbits in our “Tengo Bochinchne” segment.

Direct download: RP348_The_Future_On_Trial.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:57pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 347: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activists on island of Puerto Rico and throughout the diaspora to discuss the impact of earthquakes on Puerto Rico and how recovery efforts being spurred on the Puerto Rican nation. Mercedes Vazquez Simmons, Dr. Raul Moris, Paul Figueroa, and Wanda Martinez share how earthquakes have affected them personally and what does this moment in history teach us about colonialism, government ethics and self-determination.

Continue to support recovery efforts and calls on #WandaRenuncia and further government accountability on the island and within the federal government.

Shoutout to Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia for representing Houston and the Latino community as one of the House Democratic ‘conveners’ in the upcoming Senate Impeachment trial.

Direct download: RP347_La_Lucha_Sigue_RINAL.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:43pm EDT

Found In Translation Talk Show Episode 346: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia analyze the final Democratic Presidential Primary debate before the Iowa Caucus. Collazo and Garcia discuss outcome of "Warren vs. Sanders" drama and how no one in two hours failed to mention the natural disaster impacting tens of thousands of American citizens in Puerto Rico. Are Democrats failing to both focus on Trump AND forgetting their base at the same time? And which Democrats last night showed us they really want to be President?

Direct download: RP346_Post_Debate_Iowa_FINAL.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:50am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 345: Host Ray Collazo is joined by experts and activists to discuss the rumbling taking place at home and abroad.

MIT Professor Dr. Pouya Alimagham and FIT Foreign Policy Analyst Leo Cruz school us on the latest developments in Iran conflict and how it impacts all of us, including our ongoing national immigration debate.  What is next for Middle East and US foreign relations? Is this taking place right before Senate impeachment trial begins a coincidence?

The island of Puerto Rico now is dealing with a new natural disaster as earthquakes have left thousands on the island homeless and without access to basic services. Ray is joined by Nancy Santagio, Charlyn Gaztambide Janer and Joel Berrocal to discuss state of island and how Puerto Ricans throughout the island and diaspora are coming together to support emergency support efforts.

Ray and Leo update everyone latest political headlines, including how emerging Latina leaders such as Christina Tzin-Tzun Ramirez and Michelle de la Isla will be impacting political landscape in 2020.

Direct download: RP345_Why_Is_The_World_Rumbling.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:51pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 344: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guests Dionely Reyes, Felix Montelara and Michael Collazo to celebrate the highlights and lessons learned from 2019 and preview what’s in store for 2020 in news, pop culture, sports and podcasting.

Direct download: RP344_2019_Celebration.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:39am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 343: Host Ray Collazo and guest hosts Vanessa Maria Graber and Jenn Caban are joined by uber Puerto Rican culinary master Chef Greg from Sabor With Love.  Chef Greg provides a masters class on how to perfect your favorite Puerto Rican dishes for the holidays and how food links us to our heritage. Found In Translation gets the scoop on how to prepare pastelon, pernil, rice and beans and appetizers for Christmas. Chef Greg also shares his incredible journey to become one of the hottest online cooking brands with his wife Nicole and family.

If you love to celebrate Latino Christmas traditions, want to learn some amazing cooking tips or just want to hear Chef Greg’s heartwarming life perspective, this is a must listen show. Enjoy Sabor With Love!

Direct download: RP343_Sabor_With_Love.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:35pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 342: Host Ray Collazo was joined by Producer and Co-Host Elbert Garcia to discuss the hot political and news topics of the week.

  1. What Happened to Senator Kamala Harris? Analysis of the post-mortem of Harris campaign and how does the news impact voters of color and the race.
  2. How does this week’s testimony impact the state of play in Trump impeachment process.
  3. Where’s Ray? Ray reveals details of his exciting trip this week that gave him insight on one of the biggest political events of 2020.
  4. Ray and Elbert discuss President Trump’s newest Administrative rule that is going to literally starve almost 1 million Americans and the hypocrisy of the religious right.
  5. A new Latina leader enters the big political stage.

Collazo and Garcia are also joined by Cornell Professor Dr. Karen Jaime to discuss the crisis at Harvard University where Dr. Lorgia Garcia Pena was recently denied tenure as their only Latina tenured track professor. Jaime shares how this controversy impacts Latinx students, teachers and the higher education system nationwide. The panel shares insights on how we all can show our support for Dr. Garcia Pena and Harvard student movement for Ethnic Studies.

Direct download: RP342_Dont_Put_That_On_Me.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:34pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 341: Host Ray Collazo was joined recently for his birthday by many of his compadres Elbert Garcia, Jorge Martinez, Danilo Rodriguez, Luis Cerros and Leo Prieto for a raucous discussion on the lighter side of his life.

New York ‘90s Music Scene: As college students at Columbia University, Collazo and his homies rubbed shoulders with Hip-Hop and Latino music legends such as Tribe Called Quest, Cypress Hill, Stretch and Bobitto, The Fugees, Brand Nubians, Minya Oh, Marc Anthony, La India, Antony Santos and countless others. The crew discusses how these moments weaved into their lives as part time club promoters with their famous alias “CocoRico” Productions, being mentored by the legendary John “Gungie” Rivera.

The crew shares with the Millenials/Generation Z how the “Salsa/Merengue” scene morphed into “Reggaeton/Latin Trap/Bachata” through groups like Aventura who broke barriers for their generation.

Sports: Collazo is a life long sports nut and kicks it with his buddies to talk about some of their favorite sports memories. Hear how Collazo was surrounded by Dominican Blue Jays fans during his lowest baseball memory, an update from MLS Executive Danilo Rodriguez on the Beautiful Game in the United States, the state of Latino Kansas City Chiefs Nation and what is Strat-O-Matic?

Enjoy your Thanksgiving weekend with this latest segment of #CompadreTalk.

Direct download: RP341_Fun_And_HipHop.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 340: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Elbert Garcia to make a major announcement. Nationally recognized activist and commentator Ray Collazo reveals his personal candidate endorsement for President of the United States. Collazo reveals how he came to his very recent decision, the other candidates he has considered and what people can do to have their voice heard during the rest of the Democratic Presidential Primary. 

You can subscribe to Found In Translation (formerly Rays Latino Talk) anywhere you can download a podcast. 

Direct download: RP340_The_Big_News.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

Found In Translation Episode #339. Host Ray Collazo is joined by Elbert Garcia of "Que Lo Que Podcast" and James Garcia of "Vanguardia Arizona" to discuss a historic day in Washington featuring Ambassador Gordon Sondland's impeachment testimony. Does 'Tekashi Sondland" testimony change the game? 

In Atlanta, the vibe didn't feel nearly as electric. The panel ponders on outcomes of last night's Democractic debate. Did anyone rise to occasion? Is Mayor Pete riding the momentum of recent Iowa poll? Needless to say, we missed Julian Castro on stage.

In new #TengoBochinche segment, Collazo shares inside scoop on Latinos working on Presidential campaigns and the Garcias update us on Arizona and Dominican chisme.  

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Category:general -- posted at: 1:39am EDT

Found In Translation Episode #338: Host Ray Collazo is joined by compadres Elbert Garcia, Jorge Martinez and Edwin Desamour to discuss Fatherhood on premiere of #CompadreTalk segment. Panel shares lessons on raising girls, monitoring technology and holding other men accountable because “fatherhood is not a side hustle.”

Collazo also shares the Four Priorities To Crush Crooks that advocates need to have in 2020 and beyond to preserve our democracy. Collazo also reflects on the legacy of the First Lady of Puerto Rico and Major League Baseball. #RIPDonaVera

Subscribe to Found In Translation podcast and watch entire special video #CompadreTalk Episode on YouTube.

Direct download: RP338_Fatherhood_Aint_A_Side_Hustle.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:21pm EDT

Found In Translation Episode 337: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest Puerto Rican activist David Galarza to discuss his recent confrontation with Puerto Rico’s Resident Commissioner Jennifer Gonzalez. How did this moment make Galarza a viral sensation in the Puerto Rican community and what organizing lessons can we learn from this recent event in Camden, New Jersey? Galarza shares organizing updates on issues impacting Puerto Rico and the latest political ‘bochinche’ in New York.

Collazo also stacks truth about the latest political/news headlines:

1) The fallacy of Republicans arguments against the formally beginning impeachment inquiry
2) The issue with recent attacks against administration witnesses we should be most concerned about.
3) The pie chart of reasons why Beto O’Rourke’s Presidential campaign sputtered out
4) The true legacy of Latino icon Walter Mercado

Direct download: RP337_Que_Bochinche.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:34am EDT

Found In Translation Episode 336: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes take you to campus during live show from Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. We were joined by Latino students to discuss what Hispanic Heritage Month, ‘follower culture,’ and identity mean to Generation Z in 2019.

Collazo analyzes why Pelosi is channeling all of us during this Trump impeachment process and why AOC’s endorsement of Bernie Sanders is a game changer. Reyes explains why Trump's letter to Turkish President is quintessential Gaslighting. 

Thanks to the Rowan University community for the invitation to share the Power of Leadership through podcasting.

#RIPElijahCummings

Direct download: RP336_Rowan_University_Podcast_FINAL_Version.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:06pm EDT