Found In Translation Episode 335: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Elbert Garcia and Alicia Lewis to analyze last night’s Democratic Primary Debate. Crew deliberates what attacks on new front runner Senator Elizabeth Warren mean to the race and if anything changes after tonight. Panel also ponders how Democrats could go three hours without discussing climate change, immigration AND education.

Other pressing questions discussed by panel:
Will women voters by turned off by Vice President Biden’s micro agressions?
Is mainstream media have agenda to prop up Mayor Pete Buttigieg?
What can Senator Kamala Harris do to get back in the game?
Is it hopeless for the lower tier candidates after tonight?

Found In Translation Episode 334: Host Ray Collazo is joined by new cohost Leadership Expert and Activist Adriana Rivera to discuss how we save leadership in 2019. Rivera shared her five keys to saving leadership in 2019 while Collazo explains how ignoring these lessons relates to how we got into this political mess.

Rivera also shares best practices on how to integrate LGBTQ issue awareness into all of our day to day social justice work and updates us statewide advocacy efforts through her role with the Pennsylvania Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs.

Collazo reveals what’s needs to happen next in Trump impeachment process and why Senator Bernie Sanders is like marriage: he is front and center in sickness and in health.

In the “Behind The Turntables” segment, Rivera and Collazo talk about what makes great DJing at a Latino party and why the viejitas love those grimy Latino Trap jams.

Found In Translation Episode 333: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Director Yvan Iturriaga of web series “The North Pole” and Comedian/Director Wendy Mateo of short film “Good Mothers” to discuss how they stack truth through their creative projects. Collazo, Iturriaga and Mateo discuss how they incorporate diversity, intersectionality and their beloved cities pf Oakland and  Chicago into their work.

Collazo explains his controversial prediction on Trump’s eventual fate, the latest state of the Democratic Primary Race and why John The Baptist is so relevant in 2019.

Support “The North Pole” Web series and “Good Mothers” short film.

Found In Translation Episode 332: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Latino Comic Expo Founder Ricardo Padilla Live from Parada 22 Restaurant in San Francisco. The Padilla family and activists Jenn Caban and Pedro Silva join Collazo to have a conversation about how gentrification, inadequate 0-Pre K funding and the national political climate impact Latinos and working people in the Bay Area while eating at the best Puerto Rican restaurant on the West Coast. We also discussed the impact of 9-11 on the 18th Anniversary.

The Padilla family also share the fascinating history of the Puerto Rican community in San Francisco, their support for Presidential candidate Senator Kamala Harris and why real San Franciscans don’t honk their horns.

Support the Latino Comics Expo and the organizing work of Jenn Caban and Pedro Silva.

Found In Translation Episode 331: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia are joined by educators Eva Mendez and Tania Valencia to discuss how parents, advocates and educators can support our children as the school year begins. Valencia and Mendez share how to affirm our children’s identity, develop ambitious buy achievable standards and support parent engagement. Valencia also updates us on the issues impact English Language Learners that lawmakers need to prioritize moving forward.

Collazo and Garcia also analyze how #MidlandOdessa tragedy and AOC/Crenshaw debate impact our politics moving forward. Collazo reveals why Puerto Ricans need to especially engage in hurricane relieve efforts to support our Bahamian family.

Valencia also reveals who is THE Bae for the Salvadoran community.

James Garcia and our friends at Vanguardia America have begun a weekly news podcast to recap the top news impacting Latinos nationwide. Subscribe to Vanguardia America’s newsletter and podcast.

On this week’s podcast, 5 of 7 killed by Odessa mass shooter were Latino, Tucson slated to pick 1st Latina mayor and CNN airing Linda Ronstadt documentary.

Thanks Vanguardia America for sharing podcast with Found In Translation Family.

Found In Translation Episode 330: The Found In Translation Talk Show airs this week’s “Latinos Work For Climate Change” forum in Phoenix, Arizona featuring Congressman Ruben Gallego, Monica Villalobos of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Supervisor Liz Archuleta, Gloria Montano of CHISPA, Sandy Whitley of the Citizen Climate Lobby, Meteorologist Iris Hermosillo and Victor Contreras of Chicanos Por La Causa. The panel discusses how to engage Latinos in the Climate Change movement and how Latinos in the workforce and small business sector can benefit from the Clean Energy Economy. As our Host Ray Collazo likes to say, “if you don’t have a planet, there isn’t much else to talk about.”

Host Ray Collazo shares his thoughts on what President Trump’s latest outrageous statements mean for Americans and how we need to respond to the terror that lives inside our White House. Collazo also shares good news out of Oklahoma City (yes, Oklahoma) and  Tucson, Arizona. Our “Stacking 20s” segment pours a few out for Presidential candidates that have bit the dust and what the upcoming debates mean for the race.

Found In Translation Episode 329: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Margo Porras of the “Books vs. Movies” Podcast for part II of our Live show from Barrio Logan/Chicano Park community of San Diego. Porras and Collazo discuss her book “Growing Up In La Colonia” and a variety of topics with special guests. James Garcia of Vanguardia Arizona shares his thoughts on the state of Latino media; Naomi Shelton of KIPP Foundation on why Presidential candidates should be talking about education; Nissim Leon breaks down the LA Sports scene and why we love North Carolina basketball culture.

Collazo shares why why fires of Brazil matter and why protecting the “earth’s lungs” should be a top priority for all of us. And Collazo does a dedication to the legacy of Latino political pioneer Albert Jacquez.

Also listen in to Collazo’s analysis of the Jay Z/Colin Kaepernick situation after a week to digest this moment.

Support Por Vida Café in San Diego and the podcasts of Margo Porras, James Garcia and Nissim Leon!

Found In Translation Episode 328: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special co-hosts Margo Porras of the “Books vs. Movies” Podcast and ‘The Cuban Lion’ Nissim Leon for a very special two part show live from the Por Vida Café in the Barrio Logan/Chicano Park community of San Diego. Porras shares the legacy of Chicano Park and how it symbolizes the history of resistance and community for Latinos in San Diego.

Max Gonzales of Chicanos Por La Causa in Phoenix, Arizona joins the crew to discuss the shared history of community building, culture and political awareness between San Diego, Phoenix and Los Angeles. The owners of the Por Vida Café, Carolina and Mylo, also stop in to discuss what the Barrio Logan business corridor means for their families. Carolina and Mylo are true inspirations for activists and young entrepreneurs. As Carolina said, “the time is always now.”

Collazo, Porras and Leon share what this unique moment in San Diego should teach all of us about the power of podcasting and the legacy of Erik Estrada.

Support Margo Porras in all of her endeavors. She was an incredible host for us in San Diego and has many worthy projects including her podcast “Books Vs. Movies” and her new book “Growing Up In La Colonia.” And if you are ever in San Diego, support “Por Vida Café” in Barrio Logan. A true home away from home. Listen for Part II of this special episode featuring James Garcia, Naomi Shelton and Nissim Leon.

Found In Translation Episode 327: Ray Collazo analyzes the potential impact on the recently announced “Public Charge Rule” on immigrants and all Americans. Collazo also shares what this announcement really means for our politics and where we can find information to advocate for our immigrant families moving forward.

Flippin’ Texas: The most important announcement that will impact 2020 elections took place today with the news that activist Cristina TzinTzun Ramirez has entered Senate Race in Texas against Republican Senator John Cornyn. Collazo breaks down why TzinTzun Ramirez is what we need right now and why Texas must be in play for us in 2020.

Puerto Rican Homework: Shoutout to David Begnaud for inspiring Collazo’s homework assignment for all Puerto Ricans and all people that care about boricuas.

Listen for our Live Shows from San Diego later this week on podcast feed!

Found In Translation Episode 326: Hosts Ray Collazo and  Dionely Reyes are joined by Joel Berrocal of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce to discuss this week’s hottest headlines.

Latinos Under Attack: The tragedies of El Paso, Dayton and Mississippi make it clear that Latinos are literally under attack in this country. What do we do now to protect each other and unite for real change? And what does Collazo strongly believe we SHOULD NOT do to combat this wave of hate?

Our Beloved Morrison: Crew honors the legacy of author Toni Morrison during Reyes’ “Gaslighting O Que?” segment. Thank you Tracy Sturdivant for contribution to this segment.

Balling With Bernie: Collazo provides his update staffing this Monday’s UnidosUS Presidential Candidate forum in San Diego. Who got the biggest support from the audience of Latino leaders and who does Reyes think is the key Latina to watch during this year’s election cycle?

Island Update: Berrocal updates us on the latest news from Puerto Rico and the exciting work he is doing with the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce to support Boricua entrepreneurs on the island and throughout the diaspora.

Podcast airs as radio show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

We're back for Night 2  and another post-#DemDebate discussion!

Did Uncle Joe show that he can lead with a vision rather than defend his record? Did Karmala Harris and Julian Castro build on their strong performances in Miami? Was  about housing, TPS or what just happened in Puerto Rico?

Found in Translation host Rafael Collazo and producer Elbert Garcia are joined by a trio of seasoned #PoCPundits to answer those questions and more. Featuring former PA Democatic Party Communications Director Abe Amoros, political reporter and commentator Marlene Peralta and NBC News' Patricia Guadalupe.

Found In Translation Episode 323: Hosts Ray Collazo and Dionely Reyes are joined by Kyle Darby of REFORM Alliance. Panel discusses what this historic moment for Puerto Rico means for the island, the diaspora and U.S. politics. What lessons can we learn from island’s movement that was able to get Governor to resign in merely two weeks?

Kyle Darby shares goals and strategies to reform criminal justice system in Pennsylvania and throughout the country. How can people get involved to organize for an equitable legal system?

In “Gaslighting O Que?" segment, Dionely analyzes REFORM Founder Meek Mill’s epic interview on The Breakfast Club to share how gaslighting impacts criminal justice issue.

Support REFORM, Love Shouldn’t Hurt, the people of Puerto Rico and #CloseTheCamps.

Found In Translation Episode 322: Host Ray Collazo shares his thoughts on historic moment of Puerto Rican resistance, calling on Governor Ricardo Rossello, Jr. to resign. Collazo discusses how we got to this moment and how Rossello's shameful performance on Fox New epitomizes the colonial mentality. What challenges lay ahead for Puerto Rican people? He predicts fate of Governor Rossello and reveals who he believes should run for governor (you may be surprised). 

Listen to the personal thoughts of Collazo as a Puerto Rican from the diaspora on what this has taught him about leadership and faith in his people.

The 2nd half of the episode is a reply of portion of last week's show where Collazo and guest host Elbert Garcia discuss what President Trump's racist attacks against "The Squad" set in motion for upcoming 2020 elections with Nicole Acevedo of NBC Digital. Needless to say, we maybe closer to a race war than we ever would have imagined. Collazo and Garcia also provide their first preview of next Democratic Debates' matchups. 

Por favor #RickyRenuncia. We have freed ourselves from the colonial mentality through this moment. You need to do the same. 

Found In Translation Episode 320: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest co-hosts Christina Vega and Zulma Robles. Crew discusses the power of leadership, the latest news headlines of disgraced leaders from Washington, the Border and Puerto Rico and summer Salsa dancing.

Collazo also analyzes the rise of Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kamala Harris in the polls and what’s next for Senator Bernie Sanders and Julian Castro.

Support the Love Shouldn’t Hurt Campaign that assists violence of domestic violence.

Found In Translation Episode 318: Ray Collazo, Yashira “Yaya” Rivera and Samantha Gonzalez discuss the personal cost of the ongoing border crisis. What do we do with the anger we live with everyday as immigrants are literally being tortured by our government? And how do we manage the guilt many of us face with the feeling that we are not doing enough?

From the border to our streets, our community is experiencing attacks and stigmas around mental health. How do we help each other break the stigmas and help each get support they need?

Show airs as radio program on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Enjoy this weekend’s “Hispanic Fiesta” at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia, Saturday, July 6-Sunday, July 7.

#RIPOscarAndValeria

Law@the Margins' Elbert Garcia Ray to lead an onine discussion just after the first Democratic Party Presidential debate on June 26th. Who won? Who lost? Whose message most resonated with people of color? Join us as we invite folks to tell us their take on the debate's first night and if anyone positioned themselves to be the next President of the United States. 

Found In Translation Episode 315: Found In Translation with Host Ray Collazo is back to discuss this week’s political headlines with co-host Elbert Garcia. Collazo and Garcia analyze the coverage of AOC’s ‘Concentration Camp’ analogy and the true crisis facing our country. Garcia reveals who is trying to take political advantage of this situation.

Collazo and Garcia preview the upcoming Presidential debates and the lessons learned from the successful passage of the “Green Light Bill” in New York State.

Florida political activist Nicole Rodriguez reports in from her experience protesting Presidential Trump’s campaign kickoff in Orlando this week.

And the crew updates us on the drama in DR over the shooting of David “Big Papi” Ortiz. Ay Que Vaina!

Found In Translation Episode 314: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Edwin Desamour to discuss what fatherhood means in 2019. Desamour and Collazo touch on a wide range of topics related to unique challenges of fatherhood for Latino men from the inner city. Associate Producer Samantha Gonzalez joined the conversation to provide her perspective as a daughter.

Speaking of daughters, “The Dominican Baller” Jorge Martinez joins show to discuss the special experience of being the father to his daughters. And Special Contributor Elbert Garcia also shares his thoughts on the ongoing controversies surrounding the Dominican Republic. Get well Big Papi.  

Rays Talk Show Episode 313: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera broadcast Live from the opening night of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival. Collazo and Rivera are joined on the red carpet by festival organizers Marangeli Mejia-Rabell and Laiza Montanez to discuss the need to highlight Latino representation in film.

Collazo and Rivera also interview leaders Yvette Nunez and Fernando Torres about what the festival means to Latinos in Philadelphia. Torres also updates us on the TPS Bill moving through Congress that would grant temporary refugee status for Venezuelans fleeing the ongoing economic crisis.

Collazo provides his analysis of Bob Mueller’s comments this week and how that will impact the ongoing impeachment debate. Rivera updates us on the ongoing state restrictions on choice and what we can do to support women feeling targeted by these political attacks.

Podcast was broadcast as a radio program on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio. PhillyCAM is a media sponsor of the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival, which runs through June 2. http://www.phlaff.org

Rays Talk Show Episode 312: Host Ray Collazo is joined by special guest host Monica Parrilla. The “Comadre of North Philly” and Ray discuss this week’s hottest headlines:

1. What’s Next For North Philly? Collazo and Parrilla discuss what Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez means for Philadelphia and what’s lessons did we learn from Tuesday’s elections.
2. Opiod Crisis: Kensington community of Philadelphia is ground zero of Opiod Crisis for region. Why are Latinos bearing brunt of crisis and what can be done to create equitable change? Collazo asks does this mean Puerto Ricans can camp out in Roxborough?
3. Carlos, Felipe, Jackelin, Juan, Unidentified….Collazo rants about how Nazism has already begun to creep into our culture and why need to honor the lives of the children that have died in custory of ICE by fighting to not lose one more child.
4. Stacking ’20s: Collazo updates us on the latest Presidential candidates and channels his Nuyorican friends reaction to their beloved Mayor throwing his hat in the ring.
5. Debajo La Alfombra: Parrilla lifts up the rung on her first call out in this latest segment. Needless to say, Parrilla don’t like lazy….Collazo and Parrilla also discuss love advice, Nicky Jam upsetting his fans in Orlando and if Puerto Rican food is photogenic.

Podcast airs as radio show on WPPM LP 106.5FM in Philadelphia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 311: Host Ray Collazo breaks down what this week’s news related to abortion rights and immigration means for us now and in the upcoming 2020 elections. He shares the real agenda behind these state abortion laws and how women of color could be greatly impacted.

Collazo also reveals his analysis and endorsements for the upcoming Primary Elections in Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 21^st.

Collazo is joined by special guest Vanessa Cardenas of the Joe Biden for President campaign to discuss what led to her joining Biden’s campaign and the big campaign kickoff happening in Philadelphia on Saturday, May 18.

Come out and vote on Tuesday in Philadelphia and throughout Pennsylvania and take one step each day to be the change you want to see in the world.

This podcast also airs as a radio show on WPPM LP 106.5FM in Philadelphia. Support #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 310: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Julie Viera and Chantel Brown of the Viera Vida Radio Show.

Viera Vida Experience: Julie and Chantel discuss how they have crafted the Viera Vida brand to be a platform for Latina sisterhood and unity. They explain how to take sisterhood to action and how they have used the platform to grow out of their own insecurities.

Mother’s Day: The crew discusses what the Mother’s in their lives mean to us; how motherhood impacts our personal and career lives and how all of us can support our mothers.

Latino Decisions Poll on Latino Voters: Rays Talk Show reveals the results of a new poll of Latino voters. Listen to what is clear to Latinos leading up to the Presidential Elections and what is the biggest issue we should be mobilizing around. Political analyst Miguel Concepcion joined this segment of show to share lessons learned organizing Puerto Rican voters and Collazo calls out a segment of community leadership that needs to keep it real.

Viera Vida also announces their exciting summer plans. Rays Latino Talk Podcast is also aired as the “What’s Next Radio Show” on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 309: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest hosts Yaya Rivera, Abe Amoros, Vanessa Maria Graber, Dionely Reyes and Leo Perales on this special Presidential Lotería show. This episode is a series of clips from conversations the crew has been having for months with Ray on the Presidential campaign. We provide in-depth analysis of EVERY Democratic Presidential candidate and discuss what is important to us and our community during the most important campaign cycle of our lives.

Listen for the analysis, stay for the bochinche! Enjoy this special episode of Rays Talk Show.

Rays Talk Show Episode 308: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Yashira “Yaya” Rivera and special guest Wellness Guru Candy Calderon. Candy shares what led her to the journey to make women of color healthier and how she combines her passion for wellness with entrepreneurship.

Calderon also shares the exciting news that she is bringing the “Glow Wellness Tour” to Philadelphia on June 8th. Learn about the Glow Wellness Tour and why this is a must attend event for women of color on the East Coast.

Stacking ‘20s: Tío Joe Biden finally shows up to the party. Collazo shares the real premise of Biden’s candidacy and what are the keys to Biden’s chances. The crew discuss how health care as a Presidential election issue and what Candy wants to hear from candidates about wellness policy.

#CompraCorner: Candy reveals to keys to picking a supermarket that is right for you and Collazo talks about the power of the #SofritoConnect.

Rays Talk Show airs as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 307: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Christina Vega. Collazo and Vega break down the breaking news of Mueller Report release and what that means four our democracy and our politics. Collazo reveals the moment today that made him exclaim “that’s cold blooded” insult to all Americans. Collazo and Vega then break down why they are fine with Trump dropping off some of our family members.

Christina Vega the founder of the “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” Campaign that is supporting survivors of domestic violence. Vega catches us up on the impending release of the “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” documentary and her experience growing this movement. Collazo shares what members of the Senate can do immediately to support victims of domestic violence.

Stacking ‘20s: Collazo analyses what the first quarter fundraising totals tell us about the Democratic Presidential primaries.

The Salsa Room: Vega debuts her new segment where she shares the stories, to do’s and pet peeves of the Latin dance scene. Que Bochinche!

Rays Talk Show Episode 306: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Dionely Reyes to break down this week’s hottest news and political headlines. The aftermath of the Lucy Flores announcement about her unwanted encounter with Joe Biden has raised question about inter-generational understanding of boundaries. Collazo and Reyes talk about how this political headline has impacted the debate on boundaries and the right to feel uncomfortable in 2019. They also break down how the reaction may have been different is Flores wasn’t a millennial Latina and how this incident will impact Biden’s impending Presidential run.

Decoding #AOC: This week, the crew analyzes Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’ recent appearance at the National Action Network Conference.

Stacking ‘20s: California Congressman Eric Swalwell is the latest Democrat to throw his hat in the ring. Does he have a shot and can gun control be an issue that can carry his candidacy into contention?

Gaslighting O Que? Dionely Reyes breaks down Attorney General Bill Barr’s performance during Congressional hearings this week. Is Barr Gaslighting us? Is he channeling a flying monkey…que, que?!

Rays Talk Show Episode 305: Host Ray Collazo is joined by the hip hop philosopher Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharoahs crew. The Collazos discuss the legacy of fallen icon Nipsy Hustle and what we can do to honor his memory. The Collazos also share their Philly Sports Spring update on Bryce Harper’s swag game and ponder if the Sixers can really go the NBA Finals.

Collazo is also joined by Arizona activist Sandra Cano Bravo who provides her thoughts on how to combat anti-immigrant wave from a border state.

Collazo provides his thoughts on the true lesson of now former DHS Secretary Kristjen Neilson’s shameful tenure and what the terror being thrust upon immigrant children is really about.  Updates on Joe Biden controversy and latest Presidential candidate. In a word, corny….

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Rays Talk Show Episode 304: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yaya Rivera break down all of this week’s extraness in the news.

Mueller Report: AG Bob Barr’s interpretation of Special Counsel Mueller’s report is leaving us feeling played. The hosts analyze how Democrats should balance holding Administration accountable to transparency while pivoting to bread and butter issues that will ultimately decide next year’s election.

Decoding AOC: In our hot new segment, Collazo and Rivera decode Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s latest statement to clapback the ‘elitist’ accusation. Listen to learn how to interpret a fierce Bronx Puerto Rican woman’s brilliant rants.

Puerto Rico, Oh: Trump is trying to block needed resources that literally keep food on the table for millions of American citizens in Puerto Rico while Congressman Darren Soto (D-FL) introduced a bill to make Puerto Rico the 51st State. Does this make sense? What do we do to help Puerto Rico develop a real plan for the future of the island?

This podcast is aired as a radio show on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio in Philadelphia. #RIP Petra Vazquez.

Rays Talk Show Episode 303: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Yvette Nunez to discuss how family and faith have steered her journey from the Newark projects to a Vice President at the Chamber of Commerce of Philadelphia. Collazo and Nunez discuss how the current political climate has led to a renewed call to righteousness amongst activists.

Nunez is spearheading the Chamber’s “Neighborhood Growth Project” to bring stakeholders together so all of Philadelphia communities can benefit from economic development. Nunez and Collazo discuss what ‘the streets’ are saying is needed to support working people and small business owners to grow the local economy.

Stacking $20s: Collazo shares his thoughts on a potential Biden/Abrams ticket and what many missed this week in the Presidential race. Nunez and Collazo discuss what they want to hear candidates talk more about during this election cycle.

This episode is dedicated to the victims and their families in Christchurch, New Zealand and shout out to our local Philly artists who inspire us every day with their creativity.

Rays Talk Show Episode 302: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest Dionelys Reyes to discuss how Gaslighting is impacting our culture, politics and personal lives. Dionelys is an author, speaker and entrepreneur whose mission is to inspire people to live out their dreams.

Collazo and Reyes discuss how to identify, address and support victims of Gaslighting.

News: Analysis of how the College Cheating Scandal speaks to larger issues impacting disadvantaged college students. Collazo provides his analysis of this week’s “Trump Budget” and how this is an example of Trump Gaslighting his biggest supporters.

Stacking ‘20s: Collazo and Reyes deliberate over Beto O’Rourke’s Presidential chances. Is Beto the next JFK or an empty papi chulo? And Collazo asks the question, are you down with the #YangGang?

Bochinche: Is JLO/AROD a thing of beauty or an impending escandalo? And how is JLO approaching GOAT status?

Podcast was taped as a radio show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. Support PhillyCAM #peoplepoweredmedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 301: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest co-host Leo Perales to discuss this weeks’ hottest political and news headlines.

Ray and Leo discussed the worst woman for Latinos since Queen Isabella, stacked ‘20s on Jay Inslee and John Hickenlooper, warned why brownface is so dangerous and revealed Ray’s role in the biggest Puerto Rican bochinche of the week.

Also listen to Rays Talk Show Episode 301 as a radio show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Say no to “brownface” and racism in any form. #ReuniteTheChildren

Rays Talk Show Episode 300: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yaya Rivera are joined by legendary broadcaster Ray Suarez on the special 300th episode of Rays Talk Show. The panel reflects on ongoing Family Separation Crisis on Southern Border, Latinos in Media, Michael Cohen’s testimony and #OscarsSoBrown.

Podcast will also air as radio show on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM radio. Thank you supporters of Rays Talk Show for this incredible journey. Let’s keep talking, sharing, commenting and laughing together for another 300! #Grateful

Rays Talk Show Episode 299: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Jeffrey Vargas of Generationology. Vargas is the nation’s leading authority on training leaders across generations. Vargas and Collazo have a wide-ranging conversation on leadership development, managing Millenials and supporting loved ones during difficult times such as the recent Federal Government Shutdown. Collazo and Vargas also reveal why ‘humility is the new sexy’ and why studying Puerto Rican point guards is the key to success.

On the ‘Stacking ‘20s’ segment, Collazo gives us his analysis of Bernie Sanders’ Presidential campaign prospects including Sanders’ secret weapon that is going to make a historic difference this cycle. Collazo also provides us the real truth behind Trump’s National Emergency, the Jussie Smollett debacle, and a call to action on the Puerto Rico PROMESA board.

This episode will also air as a radio program at WPPM LP 106.5FM in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Rays Talk Show Episode 298: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera break down what love means in 2019 and the latest political and news headlines. This Valentine’s Day Edition explores the meaning of love and how we all can better express love through action. In Pop culture news, was JLO’s performance on the Grammy’s cultural appropriation or cool? And why Cardi B is killing it in 2019.

In our ‘Stacking 20s’ segment, Collazo evaluates the prospects for Presidential candidate Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar while Rivera analyzes how Beto O’Rourke pulled off his Trump counter rally in El Paso.

Rays Talk Show airs as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.5 FM in Philadelphia. Support #PeoplePoweredMedia.

Rays Talk Show Episode 297: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera discuss what Black History Month means to Latinos and their take on the ongoing controversies in Virginia.

In their “Stacking 20s” segment on the 2020 Presidential elections, Collazo breaks down Cory Booker’s chances. Yaya analyzes what to make of the Demi Lovato/21 Savage controversy while the crew also reveals the message of this week’s #SOTU. Apparently, white people should be terrified.

Respect for our family incarcerated in the Federal Detention Center in Brooklyn that have been living in subhuman living conditions and the activists that successfully got a $15 minimum wage passed in New Jersey. Support Love Shouldn’t Hurt campaign.

This episode was originally aired as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.FM in Philadelphia. Support PhillyCAM.org/Listen. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Rays Talk Show Episode 296: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Executive Producer Vanessa Maria Graber and Vanguardia Arizona’s James Garcia to discuss Tom Brokaw’s comments on Latinos on Meet the Press. How does Brokaw’s non-factual opinions about Latino assimilation impact immigration debate and nation’s overall understanding of U.S. Latino history? How do Latinos raise their voice in these debates with little access to corporate media channels?

Starbucks’ CEO Howard Schultz is rattling Democrats who are concerned his independent candidacy would spoil a potential Trump defeat. Is Schultz a conscious moderate or an arrogant billionaire?

Collazo also provides his latest analysis on the overall Presidential race in the debut of our “Stacking 20s” segment. Collazo and Graber also share their thoughts on the provocative Fyre Festival Documentary on Netflix.

This episode was dedicated to Jussie Smollett and wish him a speedy recovery from a vicious attack this past weekend. We also dedicate this week to legendary R&B Singer James Ingram and bachatero Yoshkar Sarante, who both sadly passed this week.

This podcast originally aired as the “What’s Next” Radio Show on WPPM 106.FM in Philadelphia. You can listen to the What’s Next Show and all the station’s content at PhillyCAM.org/listen or the TuneInApp.

Rays Talk Show Episode 295: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest Christina Vega. Vega shares her journey to found Philadelphia based “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” initiative to support Latina domestic violence survivors raise their voice. Vega shares what tragic event compelled her to share her story and what she has learned from other survivors in "Love Shouldn’t Hurt" network.

Cindy Y. Rodriguez of Morado Lens Podcast joined us to share her experience at National Indigenous People’s Day and her reactions to harassment of elder Nathan Phillips by Covington High School students. Rodriguez shares how Morado Lens Podcast has helped her hone her voice and support other women’s journeys.

Support "Love Shouldn’t Hurt" Movement and Morado Lens Podcast. Show was taped and aired as What’s Next Radio Show at WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio in Philadelphia. #PeoplePoweredMedia

Rays Talk Show Episode 294: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira Rivera ponder when the Government will end and provide analysis on Hamilton in Puerto Rico, relevancy of Women's March in 2019 and why Cardi B is just awesome.

Border activist Tricia Cortez joins show to share the real life consequences of border shutdown and the environmental issues already impacting the Rio Grande and South Texas. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 293: Hosts Ray Collazo and Yashira “Yaya” Rivera are joined by Delilah Dee to kick off 2019. The crew discusses how to infiltrate 2019 with your voice despite current political and cultural environment.

Delilah Dee is the founder of Delilah & Company, a digital content and events agency that pushes positive messages to move people from dreamers into doers.

Collazo and Rivera update everyone on the Government Shutdown, the R Kelly documentary aftermath and where the #AOC hate is really coming from.

This episode originally airs as the “What’s Next” Radio program on WPPM 106.5FM People Powered Media in Philadelphia. Support PhillyCAM at PhillyCAM.org or on TuneIn.

This episode was sponsored by Youth Testify. Support Youth Testify’s work to provide youth reproductive health rights at YouthTestify.org.

Ray Talk Show Episode 292: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Democratic strategist Abe Amoros to discuss the future of the Democratic Party. Is the anchor institution of the resistance movement ready to take on the challenges that lay ahead in 2019? What is the Legislative Agenda for the Democratically controlled Congress? How will the intra-party battle between Progressives and establishment Democrats play out? Is Labor dying off or can it rebound as a more powerful force for Democrats?

Collazo and Amoros kick off our 2020 Presidential Democratic primary analysis with first takes on the initial groups of candidates. Collazo also shares his thoughts on Trump’s latest attempt to shutdown the government and endanger us by withdrawing troops in Syria.

This episode is dedicated to Jackelin Caal. The 7 year old girl from Guetemala that died under questionable circumstances in the custody of border patrol agents. Your loss will not be in vain. #RIPJackelin

Continue to support podcast and check out radio version of show on WPPM 106.5FM in Philadelphia. Can catch content online at PhillyCAM.org.

Rays Talk Show Episode 291: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activists Dwight Bullard of New Florida Majority, Natalia Salgado of Center for Popular Democracy and WPPM’s Vanessa Maria Graber to discuss what’s next for progressive movement. How did 2018 Election results impact progressive movement? What do Progressives do now? How is the #AOC effect impacting progressives? How do we organize in this current political environment?

Collazo also shares his thoughts on what Democratic leaders missed with Pelosi’s clapback against Trump this week and the real stories behind Michael Cohen’s sentencing this week. The Presidential campaign kicked off this week with an accent on the “A.”

Interviews on show were originally aired on WPPM 106.5FM Community Radio in Philadelphia. Support WPPM in Philly or anywhere on the TuneIn App.

Rays Talk Show Episode 290: Rays Talk Show kicks of It’s “What Next” Series to get us ready for what to expect in 2019. And Rays Talk Show also kicks off this series on a new platform! This episode was recorded and originally aired on WPPM 106.5FM Community Radio Station in Philadelphia. Look out for the “What’s Next” Radio series on WPPM.

On this episode, Host Ray Collazo is joined by Mikhel Harrison of Indivisible and Analilia Mejia, the New Jersey Executive Director of the Working Families Organization, to discuss ‘What’s Next” for activists after the 2018 Mid-terms. How did mid-terms change the game? How are we holding our friends accountable now that Democrats control the House? What policies are activists focusing on and how are they organizing to make positive change?

Thanks again to Vanessa Graber and WPPM Radio for the beginning of this special collaboration. Catch Ray and friends on WPPM soon!

Rays Talk Show Episode 289: Host Ray Collazo is grateful to be joined by Grecia Lima of Community Change Action and Tomas Kennedy of the Florida Immigrant Coalition to discuss the electoral gains made by Latinos in Nevada and Florida. What are the lessons learned from their organizing this cycle and ‘what’s next’ for their work in 2019.

Collazo also shares his thoughts on the Nancy Pelosi’s battle to maintain her hold on the House speakership and the “Three M’s” of the 2020 Presidential Election. It is never too early to talk about 2020!

Collazo is grateful to the Rays Talk Show community for your support and leadership. Enjoy Thanksgiving!

Rays Talk Show Episode 288: Host Ray Collazo shares what the results and emotions of the last few days mean to our politics, including the significance of the 'Chase Utley moment' and the 70 yard bombs thrown by Andrew Gillum and Stacie Abrams. 

Collazo then reveals his initial reflections on what should be next for House Democrats and the overall progressive movement. Hint: The Future is female. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 287: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Michell Tremillo of the Texas Organizing Project and Florida political analyst Elbert Garcia to share their thoughts on the upcoming mid-terms. Collazo also shares his predictions for Tuesday. Go Vote Familia!

Rays Talk Show Episode 286: Host Ray Collazo joins Vanessa Maria Graber’s “Power Hour” Radio Show on WPPM 106.5FM PhillyCAM Radio. Graber is a progressive media activist who is also the General Manager of PhillyCAM Radio. Collazo and Graber discuss their lessons learned in community organizing, the mid-term elections and the future of online media.

Collazo also shares his thoughts on how we could approach the next few weeks as we organize people for the ongoing mid-term elections and why so many pundits are clueless. “You Can’t Poll Heart.”

Mil gracias Vanessa for allowing the rebroadcast. Ray looks forward to many more collaborations!

Rays Talk Show Episode 285: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Puerto Rican author Dr. Ivelisse Rodriguez to discuss her new book “Love War Stories.” Dr. Rodriguez shares how the complicated relationship many women have with love led to the making of “Love War Stories.” Rodriguez and Collazo discuss the importance of raising alternative narratives of Puerto Ricans from throughout the diaspora and how blackness needs to celebrated by all Latinos.

Buy “Love War Stories” and meet Dr. Rodriguez at a book signing near you!

Rays Talk Show Episode 284: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Yashira 'Yaya' Rivera to discuss how the identity politics debate impacts Latinos, Yaya's passion for women's healthcare advocacy, social media activist survival and her amazing summer trip. 

Ray is also joined by Elbert Garcia on a late night conversation the night of the historic victory of now Florida Democratic Gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum. Ray and El B share raw reaction to Gillum's historic victory and what the next two months will shape up in Florida and around the country. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 283: Host Ray Collazo is joined by urban media star Mina “Say What” Llona. Mina is one of the leading Latinas in hip-hop media on platforms such as The Heat Sirius Hip-Hop Channel, Fox 29 Philadelphia and her own #MinasHousePodcast. Mina shares the lessons from her career and her hottest takes on today’s hip-hop superstars. Mina also provides us a few insider tidbits about her beloved Philadelphia 76ers. Support Mina at MinaSayWhat.com and check Mina out on her own #MinasHousePodcast.

Highlights from Mina Say What on Rays Talk Show:

(3:00) How Urban Radio found Mina through mother’s inspiration
(4:28) Angie Martinez’ Influence
(11:25) How Mina Grew Up on POWER 99
(16:00) Lessons From Hustle Post-POWER 99
(22:30) Mina’s Plan Without a Plan
(27:40) What Makes Cardi B So Dangerous
(30:42) Did Ray Just Say Biz Markie Can’t Rap?
(31:00) Mina’s Take On Tekashi69
(31:45) What It Takes To Make It In Hip-Hop Nowadays
(33:52) Does Mina Really Like Today’s Hip-Hop?
(34:32) Ray’s Southern Hip-Hop Reference Mario Will Appreciate
(36:05) Mina’s Take On Reggaeton/Latin Trap Scene
(39:35) The Secret To POWER’s Success
(42:32) Mina’s State of the 76ers Address
(46:45) Shoutout to Demi Lovato
(47:15) What Ray Admires About Mina/Lifting All Boats
(51:20) The Power of Positive Energy

Rays Talk Show Episode 282: Julio Ricardo Varela of the In the Thick Podcast and Latino Rebels joins Host Ray Collazo to discuss the 'white tears 101' of a recent Washington Post article that turned heads and brought to question cultural competence in mainstream media.

Collazo and Varela go into depth on the problems that sprouted out of this article: from invisibilty of Latinos in media to ignorance of Latino history as part of working class America.

Varela also gives us an update on the lavish spending habits of the PROMESA Fiscal Board which is supposed to show the island of Puerto Rico how to be fiscally responsible. There is also some family hanky panky that Latino Rebels is now reporting that Varela shares. Que Lastima!

Support Latino Rebels and Futuro Media to support independent media in our community. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 281: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Immigration Reporter and Author Jo Napolitano to report on the continued separation of families on our Southern Border. Joe shares the atmosphere on the border and the immigrants literally waiting on a bridge for their chance at the American Dream.

Ray shares the biggest lesson from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s stunning victory of NY Congressional District 14th’s Democratic primary. He also shares what the biggest impediment has been in urban America to Latino political power and it isn’t Republicans.

Finally, Ray is joined by the “Cuban Lion” Nissim Leon on what Lebron James and El Tri mean to LA. Listen to full interview with Nissim Leon on Latino Sports Talk Podcast.

We are pushing back and we need to keep organizing. And keep writing Alexandra Ocasio Cortez checks!

Rays Talk Show 280: Ray takes a break from the serious issues of the day to preview the World Cup with Futbol Analyst Andrea ‘Soccer’ Canales. Canales and Collazo analyze the legacies that are on the line for Lionel Messi, Christian Ronaldo and Neymar. Collazo and Canales also compare the careers of Lionel Messi and Lebron James.

Canales breaks down her thoughts about the fates of Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Colombia. Collazo admitted to his optimism towards Uruguay’s chances and placed the Cinderella runs of Peru, Costa Rica and Panama in historical terms.

Canales makes pick for the winner of World Cup 2018. Viva La Copa!

Rays Talk Show Episode 279: Host Ray Collazo is joined by journalist and political commentator Adriana Maestas to break down this week’s California primary elections. What do the results mean for California, Latino political power and the battle for control of Congress. Maestas and Collazo also speculate if this is the end of former Los Angeles’ Mayor Antonio Villaraigoza’s political career and the November prospects of Senate candidate Kevin De Leon.

Collazo provides political updates from Puerto Rico, New Mexico and New Jersey and why we must open our eyes to how history is repeating itself at our Southern Border.

Please support relief efforts for the people of Guatemala at GoFundMe.com/unitedforguatemala and RIP Anthony Bourdain.  

Rays Talk Show Episode 278: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Natasha Lycia Ora Bannan of Latino Justice and the Lawyers Guild to discuss the attack on our children by the Federal Government. Bannan details the continued negligence in Puerto Rico and the endangerment of children on the Southern Border through hateful immigration enforcement.

Hip-Hop Philosopher Mario Collazo joins to discuss what the Drake vs. Pusha T beef means for Hip-Hop and how burner accounts are heating up Philly sports.

Collazo shares his election and legislative updates and why legendary advocate Angelo Falcon will be missed. Go Vote California!

Episode 277 of Rays Talk Show: Host Ray Collazo shares a choc full episode that includes the latest updates from Capitol Hill on the attack on Latino wealth and Immigrant policy ‘discharges.’ Collazo also shares what the primary election wins in Texas, Georgia and Pennsylvania mean for our politics.

Hartford City Councilwoman Wildaliz Bermudez and Ohio leader Victor Leandry join Rays Talk Show to discuss how they are mobilizing the Puerto Rican vote throughout the diaspora.

Collazo interviews Melissa Vargas of the Environmental Defense Fund on her work to raise voice of Latinos in Environmental movement and against the shadiness of EPA Director Scott Pruitt.

And listen for Ray’s huge announcement about next week’s ‘A-List’ guest!

Rays Talk Show Episode 276: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Hip-Hop artist and Philly Sports Superfan Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharoahs to discuss how sports, music and politics are merging to make Philly center of our culture right now. The brothers talk about Meek Mill, Kanye, Kevin Hart, the Process, and the next generation of the Collazo musical legacy.

Ray Collazo provides updates on how the courts have given President Trump another DACA bodyblow, what Puerto Rico’s Governor Ricardo Rossello is doing in Florida and what may be next for San Juan Mayor Carmen Yullin.

Shoutout to Musica Urbana artists who are leading the global hip-hop movement and are muses of young Latinx culture. Collazo shares what he learned about community organizing from the Latin Billboards Award Show and how these lessons should change how we think about our own community.

Thanks to Venessa Rivera and other continuing to provide relief to people on the Island of Puerto Rico and throughout the diaspora.

Rays Talk Show Episode 275: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Mikhel Harrison of Indivisible in an interview recorded in front of the Starbucks in Philadelphia where the highly questionable arrest of African-American patrons took place last week. They spoke about the link between the Starbucks incident and the hyper-aggressive ICE office in Pennsylvania as well as why Republicans are now attacking us with food and medicine.

Ray shares what his oldest son taught him this week and how that is changing his daily #Resist plan. Ray also provides latest update on Puerto Rico and what it reveals about federal policy.

Shoutouts to friends that were honored at Hispanicize 2018. Latinos in Podcasting have come a long way!

Rays Talk Show Episode 274: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Congresswoman Nanette Diaz-Barragan and Latina environmental leaders on how they are fighting for the Clean Power Plan. Collazo also shares why ‘we have no choice’ and its important that ‘everyone has a cousin in Whittier.’ Highlights from episode 274:

Trump Showed his @$$ Again (2:50)
Latinas Act on Climate Part I (10:10)
The Sucka Is Simple And Plain (22:15)
Latinas Act on Climate Part II (25:48)
Felicidades Epsy Campbell (40:40)
Call Your Cousin in Whittier (42:40)

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Rays Talk Show Episode 273: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss how we move towards institutional solutions after homicide of Stephon Clark and empathic messaging in mainstream media of domestic terrorist Mark Anthony Conditt.

Collazo interviews Democratic candidate for New Mexico Congressional District 1 Damon Martinez. Learn about what inspired Martinez to run for Congress and about how he plans to identify proactive solutions to most important issues impacting New Mexicans.

Collazo and Garcia discuss how leaders of color can overcome party politics to develop independent political campaigns and organizations. Saludos to Chuy Garcia, Andrea Mercado and even Big Papi David Ortiz for showing real leadership.

Rays Talk Show Episode 272: Host Ray Collazo is joined by co-host Elbert Garcia and special guest Marisabel Torres of UnidosUS to discuss the hottest issues impacting Latinos in politics and society.

(1:30): Garcia on the ground with latest on FIU Bridge Collapse
(6:50): How National School Walk Out Impact Gun Debate and who needs to “Move…Get Out They Way.”
(21:30): Marisabel Torres on attacks in Congress on Dodd-Frank
(38:30): Why the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFBP) protects Latinos and how Trump is trying to weaken bureau
(00:47): How Dominicans Became Professional Mountain Climbers
(1:01): What Democrats ‘should not’ learn from PA-18 Special Election victory of Conor Lamb
(1:05:50): Do Democrats have a vision for America?
(1:12:15): Why You Must Move Like Beto
(1:14:55): What’s next for Rays Talk Show on Puerto Rico
(1:15:50) #RIP to Marielle Franco, Joaquin Avila, Craig Mack and the victims of the Austin bombings
(1:17:30): Buzz about Colorism talk in Latinx community.
(1:28:45): Collazo and Garcia speculate on grabbing some Brugal with Junot Diaz

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Rays Talk Show Episode #271: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Yvonne Gutierrez of Planned Parenthood Texas Votes and Cristina TzinTzun of Jolt Texas on the implications of this weeks’ Texas primary elections on Latinos in Texas and nationwide. Collazo also shares why Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ visit to California this week was so shameful and why we are happy to say the words ‘Saint Oscar.’

Rays Talk Show Episode 270: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS on what recent court decisions mean for DACA recipients and future of immigration debate. Carlos and Ray also discuss how immigration will impact Congress and Elections in 2018.

Collazo also provides his analysis of how the youth of Parkland are leading a revolution of change for peaceful Americans everywhere. Listen to what milllenials can do to create policy change in Washington and who Collazo thinks is the real terrorist organization we need to worry about.

Rays Talk Show also reveals who is Lupe Valdez and why Latino voters in Texas are truly leading the progressive movement in 2018. The time is now.

Continued support for Emma Gonzalez, Josh Hogg and the entire Parkland student family.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 269: Host Ray Collazo and guest Leo Perales share the visceral reaction of Latino and progressive activists to discussion of Senate Democrats to back down after 3 days of a government shutdown. Collazo and Perales speculate on what’s next for the fight for DACA legislation and what Democrats need to do for Latinos to show them more love in 2018.

Rays Talk show also discusses the latest news on Healthcare, the Puerto Rico crisis, recent wins in Voting Rights and how Collazo is feeling about his Philadelphia Eagles in the SuperBowl. #FlyEaglesFly

Rays Talk Show Episode 268: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Leo Perales discuss the real danger of the *hithole-In-Chief and the biggest issue that came of out DHS Secretary Nielsen’s testimony this week.

Collazo shares the latest on potential DACA and CHIP deals that are in the balance as the government shutdown deadline looms this week. Hear what can make this deal happen and why Perales thinks Democrats need to shut the government down.

Activists Quetcy Lozada and Amaris Hernandez-Padgett join the podcast to share why Latinas are engaged in Women’s March this weekend. Lozada and Hernandez-Padgett also update us on how ongoing humanitarian crisis in Puerto Rico has united leaders across the country and reaffirmed their commitment to the island and women’s causes. Thank you Four Our Future for organizing Latinas for this weekend’s marches.

Collazo also reveals what Latino politician is the one to watch this year and what state will be the epicenter of Latino and progressive politics in 2018.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 267: Host Ray Collazo talks about the latest threat to Puerto Rico that’s coming in form of Republican Tax bills with Gretchen Sierra-Zorita of the National Puerto Rican Agenda. Gretchen outlines the provisions in the proposed tax bills that could do more harm to Puerto Rico than any hurricane. Gretchen reveals why mobilizing in Texas, Ohio and Pennsylvania around this issue is so crucial now! Collazo also updates us on the current state of play with Tax legislation in Washington and why SALT could be what blocks bill.

Danay Escanaverino of LunaSol Media updates us the proposed repeal of Net Neutrality. Why does Net Neutrality matter so much to consumers and content creators and what we can do about it in the coming days to block this change to internet regulations.

The Rays Talk Show community shares its deepest sympathies on the passing of San Francisco Mayor Edward M. Lee and wish everyone a blessed Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Rays Talk Show Episode 266: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Immigration Policy expert Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS to take a deepdive into the state of DACA/Dream Act policy. Collazo and co-host Leo Perales quiz Carlos on the state of play in Washington around potential Dream Act legislation potentially being shoe horned into current Budget/Tax Packages. What leverage do immigrant activists now have as the debt ceiling deadline approaches? Will Democrats stand by the Dreamers during these negotiations? What can we do now to have our voice heard in this debate during this critical time.

Carlos also shares special events taking place in Washington this week, including a Facebook Live with Senator Bob Menendez on UnidosUS Facebook Page and rallies being led by dreamers.

Listen in for the update on the status of hundreds of thousands of Central American immigrants who are currently here under a tenuous Temporary Protection Status TPS). Much love for our friends from El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras and Nicaragua who are fighting for a legislative solution to this issue.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 265: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Chicago Political expert Larry Gonzalez on legacy of retiring Congressman Luis Gutierrez and what's next for El Gallito. 

Leo Perales joins to consider what leaders are ready to step up in Congress now that Gutierrez is leaving and review the other big political news with Ray.

Latest on Tax debate, Puerto Rico, Net Neutrality and the big football game coming up with Leo and Ray's favorite teams. 

And Leo gets to the bottom of Ray's recent run in with Lin-Manuel Miranda....yes, that Lin-Manuel.

Much respect for women fighting for equal treatment at the workplace and our Native American brothers and sisters, who always deserve our love. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 264: Host Ray Collazo interviews activist and entrepreneur Wanda Mora about her experience mobilizing aid and advocacy through her Puerto Rico Strong campaign. Mora reveals how her campaign has raised $60K for relief efforts and what she has learned about herself and her community through this experience. Collazo and Mora discuss the next steps for Puerto Ricans to take control of our destiny with political mobilization that begins in many ways at the Unity March for Puerto Rico this Sunday, November 19th in Washington, DC.

Collazo then talks to Leo Perales of the Perales report about the hottest political headlines. How does last week’s elections impact the 2018 political landscape? How would North Philly handle this Roy Moore thing? And the importance of raising our voice NOW against the Republican Tax bills….taxes….we ARE Talking about Taxes? And Hey Ray segment.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 263: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Leo Perales of “The Perales Report” update us on this week’s hottest political headlines.

Updates on Puerto Rico: The humanitarian crisis continues while a company with 2 employees from Montana gets a $300 Million dollar contract. What could go wrong? Collazo and Perales why ‘Voces Unidos’ concert mattered.

Jeff Flake’s resignation: How does Flake’s resignation impact 2018? Answers may surprise you. And listen to why Collazo says “we can’t afford to walk away from a fight.”

Elections Update: Run, DeLeon, Run….and why Virginia and New Jersey Governors’ races matter for Latinos coast to coast.

Rays Talk Show Episode 262: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Marketing expert, philanthropist and Astros Superfan Rolando Rodriguez to update on the Texas recovery. Rodriguez shares how the Trill Multicultural team responded when some were scared to enter their communities in Houston in aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Listen to how Trill raised money and brought hope to some communities that have still been largely forgotten during Harvey recovery. Collazo and Rodriguez discuss parallels to Houston and Puerto Rico crises and how these disasters have impacted them personally.

Rodriguez and Dodger Superfan “The Real” George Lopez help us preview Astros vs. Dodgers World Series and explain why this World Series impacts Latinos in Houston and Southern California well beyond baseball. 

Support Trill Multicultural’s GoFundMe Campaign and their efforts to help families in Houston area most in need.

RP261: Host Ray Collazo is joined by activist Angel Medina who shares his experience post Hurricane Maria and the real story on the island and throughout the diaspora. #UnidosPaPR

Collazo is also joined by Leo Perales to discuss future of potential DACA deal, Budget attacks and impact of Trump/Corker feud on upcoming congressional fights. 

Collazo and Perales debut the "Hey Ray" segment. 

Prayers to our friends in NoCal dealing with forest fires.

Rays Talk Show Episode 260: Host Ray Collazo and guest host Leo Perales provide latest update on Puerto Rico crisis. Why Trump hit a new low on his visit and what Puerto Ricans are thinking right now. Collazo lays out what needs to be focus now and what lessons Puerto Ricans should take from the harrowing last few weeks.

Las Vegas is on everyone's minds, hearts and prayers. Collazo and Perales share why this tragedy especially hits home and prospects for a legitimate conversation on gun control in this country.

Collazo and Perales share what is coming up in politics this week and what you can hear on Perales report. Subscribe to Rays Talk Show anywhere you can hear a podcast.  

Rays Talk Show Episode 259: Host Ray Collazo provides latest updates on Zombiecare and his analysis on what Trump’s attacks on pro athletes really mean. Collazo also shares the latest on the Puerto Rico and Mexico crises and why Puerto Rico is so important to millions of Americans and should be important to all of us.

Listen to Marlene Peralta discuss the ongoing fight to pass DACA into law and her take on recent New York City elections.

Rays Talk Show Episode 258: Host Ray Collazo discusses the 16th Anniversary of 9-11 with Jason Llorenz and why its still so relevant today. 

Collazo also gets updates from Alex Easdale and other residents of Florida and Texas on recovery efforts and lessons learned from this incredible experience. Collazo also breaks down why we need to keep listening to Steve Bannon. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 257: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Immigrant lawyer Jose Sanchez and Political Strategists Elbert Garcia and Madeleine Villanueva to discuss our reactions to President Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Sanchez explains the legal ramifications for DACA recipients while Garcia lays out the feelings of activists in Florida and around the country. 

Panel lays out the key next steps we must undertake to advocate for the successful passage of DACA into federal law while supporting Dreamers in their day to day lives. 

Continued prayers for victims of Hurricane Harvey and everyone in path of Hurricane Irma.

Rays Talk Show Episode 255: Host Ray Collazo shares what President Trump’s pardon for former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio means for our politics and our souls.

Collazo is joined by Arizona activist and artist James Garcia to discuss the local reaction to the latest insult to the Latino community and American Civil Rights. Garcia shares the historical battle against Arpaio’s reign of terror that led to this historic moment.

James Garcia explains how this sort of struggle led to the production of his latest Play “1070: We Were Strangers Once.” Garcia discusses how the journey of one family typifies the experience of Latinos during the passage and aftermath of SB1070 in Arizona over recent years.

Collazo, Garcia and everyone in the Rays Talk Show family send their prayers and best wishes to the families impacted by Hurricane Harvey in Texas.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 254: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Health Policy expert David Thomsen to discuss the current state of health debate in Washington. Thomsen breaks down why the House passed AHCA bill is sooooooo bad (especially for Latinos) and why we need to #ProtectOurCare now more than ever. Thomsen shares what to expect in Senate debate and how we can put pressure on our federal officials to stop this attack on our health. 

Thomsen and Collazo discuss the mood in Washington during the Trump scourge and their mutual obsession with political podcasts. Respect to Pod Save America, Tamarindo Podcast and other podcasts that speak truth to power. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 253: Host Ray Collazo discusses the hottest political topics of the week from the perspective of the streets. Collazo lays out why Trump's likely withdrawal from the Paris Climate Change Agreement has disasterous implications for our environment and the economy.

Collazo and his Facebook Live audience also engage in the ongoing Texas Civil War being declared against tejanos by state government with passage of SB4, which legislates racial profiling. Shame on Texas Representative Matt Rinaldi for lashing out against peaceful protesters and Hispanic legislators on the last day of this year's legislative session.

Collazo also shares why Jared Kushner needs to be cuffed ASAP, Capitol Hill updates and NBA Finals predictions!

Email Collazo at podcastrays@gmail.com for your chance to meet Collazo and other leaders at special events in New York area and Phoenix in coming weeks and support Planned Parenthood's #IDEFY campaign by texting 'TALK' to '22422.' 

Rays Talk Show Episode 252: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss the hottest political topics of the week. Highlights of Episode 252:

--Gianforte attacks a journalist, teacher calls Latina student a 'likely terrorist,' immigrants gets profiled after being an accident victim. Is Trump's tone putting targets on the back of journalists and people of color?

--The CBO score and Trump's budget plan release confirmed what we already knew: the AHCA and Trump's proposed budget suck. Listen to what Collazo and Garcia say to look out for in continued pushback to AHCA and Budget Legislation. 

--Why Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is a danger to our country and why Clarence Thomas deserves props this week??

--A Latino needs to get this Google Calendar out ASAP to make time for a group of African-American with something to say. 

--Shoutouts to Colorado State Senator Dominick Moreno, the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival and Planned Parenthood. Join their #IDEFY campaign to defy hate by texting "Talk" To 22422. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 251: Host Ray Collazo details how Trump's proposed Budget is a declaration of War on working people and especially Latinos. Collazo breaks down how the Administration has a trick up their sleeve to try to literally starve millions of Latino children. He also discusses how you can get engaged with a phone call to 1-866-426-2631 #HandsOff.

Collazo keeps up posted on the ongoing drama impacting the National Puerto Rican Day Parade. Listen to why Collazo thinks the pulling out of corporate sponsors is a blessing and should act as a call to action for all Puerto Ricans to take action.

Collazo also gives props to a Latino sports legend who recently likely played his last game. Saludos Manu!

Join the #IDEFY Campaign and support Planned Parenthood by texting "TALK" to 22422.  

Rays Talk Show Episode 250: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss the hottest political and social topics from the streets. Is the appointment of Robert Muller to be the Special Prosecutor in the Russian investigation the beginning of the end? Who does Collazo think is now in line to the next elected President of the United States? Who does Collazo consider to have been the true public enemy #1 to the Latino community?

Collazo and Garcia also provide their Capitol Hill updates, their “What’s Up with your boy/girl?” of the week and ponder what makes ‘Despacito’ the mega hit of the summer!

Support Planned Parenthood’s #IDEFY campaign by texting ‘TALK’ to 22422. Defy hate and discrimination in all of its forms today!

Rays Talk Show Episode 249: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Danny Montes of Californians For Safety & Justice to discuss the state of safety in this country. Montes shares how policies impacting criminal justice and immigration enforcement create atmosphere of insecurity in Latino communities around the country.

Montes shares how Californians are feeling right now about the unethical behavior of the Trump administration. Collazo and Montes also give us their latest take on Comey firing, attempts to repeal Obamacare and other hot political issues.

Montes and Collazo highlight the influence of their mothers and why it’s so important to honor the mothers in our lives everyday.

Defy the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood by texting “Talk” to 22422. Join the fight and stand with Planned Parenthood!

Rays Talk Show Episode 248: Host Ray Collazo and guest Elbert Garcia comment on the hottest political headlines from the streets. Collazo and Garcia discuss how Comey's firing by President Trump shouldn't surprise anyone, why Congressman Carlos Curbelo reminds us of your shady brother in law, and how we can #Resist the Senate's steps towards repealing the ACA and health access to millions of Americans.

Governor Greg Abbot signed SB4 into law this week. Hear why Collazo believes this new anti-immigrant law creates an apartheid like state for Latinos in Texas. Also hear Garcia's analysis of Miami politics and who reminds Collazo of the Dave Chappelle character that was a black Klansman....seriously.

Defy the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood by texting "Talk" to 22422. Get loud. Stay loud. Defy today. Text "Talk" to 22422 to join the fight and stand with Planned Parenthood!

Rays Talk Show Episode 247: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia talk politics from the streets. Collazo and Garcia discuss how Syrian airstrikes will impact our country, status of #Resist Movement, why "someone's going to jail," the results are in for California Congressional District 34's Special Election and what Latino music stars are impacting national politics.

Support resistance movement at University of Puerto Rico system with students and faculty on strike to prevent crippling austerity proposals. Pa'lante!

RP246: Host Ray Collazo updates us on why Trumpcare is caca and how the Obamacare repeal fiasco exemplifies the President's overrated business/negotiations skills. 

Collazo is joined by Texas lawyer and activist Jose Sanchez to discuss the Trump Administration's legal impact to immigrant community. Sanchez shares how his personal journey led him to service through the law and how Sanchez is defending and preparing immigrant families in their most dire moments. 

Collazo also gives you insight on why the World Baseball Classic was sports heaven and why it will be a great blessing to baseball. #LosNuestros

Rays Talk Show Episode 245: Host Ray Collazo and Guest Host Elbert Garcia review why Trumpcare is NO BUENO, especially for the Latino community. Collazo and Garcia discuss the politics of this dangerous legislation and what we can do to kill Trumpcare.

Collazo interviews Las Vegas activist Erika Castro on the mood of Nevadans during the Trump’s administration’s first few months and how she is organizing Latinos around immigration and environmental issues.

Collazo and Garcia discuss the low turnout Los Angeles elections and ponder the meaning of the JLO/AROD romance. Que Bochinche!

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Rays Talk Show Episode 245: Host Ray Collazo and Co-Host Elbert Garcia discuss how we can’t get distracted by Trump’s Schizophrenia and the real take away from Trump’s speech to joint session of Congress. Collazo and Garcia also update us on the latest mischief being done by Trump’s Cabinet of Deplorables. Is DeVos serious about her ignorant comments about the HBCU?

Thomas Perez made history this past weekend becoming the Chair of the Democratic National Committee. Collazo shares his thoughts on the real deal about Perez and Congressman and newly minted Deputy Chair Keith Ellison and can Perez get the job done as DNC Chair.

Collazo and Garcia also update us the most important outcome we can expect from the special election taking place for California Congressional District 34 to replace former Congressman Xavier Becerra.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 243: Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia discuss headlines from Latino perspective as the global warming of politics continues. Collazo and Garcia react to the incident in Anaheim, CA as an off duty police officer shoots a gun at end of confrontation with a 13 year old child over kids running on his lawn. How do activists mobilize to hold law enforcement officials accountable to the over-policing of our communities and why didn’t an off duty police officer just talk to the kids’ parents about it?

The Department of Homeland Security announced details of plan to widen net of ICE deportation targets to include essentially entire undocumented population. Collazo and Garcia discuss how these policies actually make many of us feel less safe and why these unsound policies put law enforcement in a difficult position that is leading to more aggressive behavior that deteriorates our civil rights.

Trump Administration also announced withdrawal of federal government protections for transgendered students. Why this disgusting decision continues the Trump administration’s priorities of cruelty, not safety.

Can former Department of Labor Secretary Thomas Perez seal the deal this weekend and become the Chair of the Democratic National Committee or will he fall prey to the struggles of other Dominican ballers closing championships?

And listen in for shoutouts to leaders around the country. What makes buena gente like Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez and Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum deserve some love. Bendicion mami!

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Rays Talk Show, Episode 242: Host Ray Collazo and guest Elbert Garcia break down this week’s hottest political headlines from the streets.

The week has been marred by mass ICE raids. How are these raids impacting families across the country and Collazo explains why he believes that Russian submarine off the coast is a lot more of a danger than #GuadalupeGarcia or #DanielRamirezMedina. Daniel’s case is particularly troubling since he is in the United States legally as a DACA student. What now defines being a criminal, having Latino friends? Simply have a tattoo that says “Peace” in Spanish?

Collazo and Garcia also review Trump’s wild press conference, how his comments to April Ryan or so disrespectful, the nomination of Alexander Acosta to Department of Labor post, and updates from Miami on movement to call on Mayor Carlos Gimenez to rescind agreement to cooperate with ICE. Listen out for this week’s shoutout segment too.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 241: Host Ray Collazo is joined by labor leader and political strategist Patricia Campos and Educator Shirley Santos to discuss the political headlines of the week. Campos shares how we can all channel our anger into positive action to contribute to a stronger country. Santos analyzes the impact of the confirmation of Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos and what should be the priorities for education advocates in this environment, especially to support Latino students.

Collazo also describes why the tragic deportation of Guadalupe Garcia reveals the fallacy of President Trump’s propaganda and why we need to continue to #Resist from the streets to the Senate Democratic Caucus.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 240: Host Ray Collazo reviews why the 2017 #Resist movement is right on track and why we need to incorporate movement building into larger four point strategy.

Collazo interviews Miami activist Tomas Kennedy who is organizing efforts to call on Mayor Carlos Gimenez to rescind agreement to corporate with President Trump’s Executive Action to target cities that support Sanctuary for immigrants. How is Miami reacting to being only major city complying with Trump’s Executive Action?

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Rays Talk Show Episode 239: Host Ray Collazo discusses the hottest political issues of the day as we get ready for the Christmas holidays. Collazo lays out why the #Trumpliction is a disease in plain site, the latest political Bochinche taking place with the Democratic National Committee and why the Hamilton MixTape is so dope. Collazo also reveals why the agenda of the nation’s largest law enforcement labor union is so terrifying. #RIPFranciscoSerna #FreeOscarLopezRivera

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Rays Talk Show Episode 238: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Mi Tu's Jenny Lorenzo. Jen Lo is a YouTube star who has struck a cord with Latinos everywhere through her "Cuban Abuela" character. Lorenzo shares her journey to comedy and becoming a viral sensation. 

As a Cuban-American comedian, Lorenzo received a strong reaction from both sides of the debate on Fidel Castro's legacy after releasing her video responses to news of his death. Listen to how Lorenzo reflects on the entire experience of creating those videos the trolls that attacked her on social media. 

The "Cuban Abuela" also makes an appearance on the show. Listen to the Cuban Abuela talk about Pokemon and why Superman is muy guapo. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 237: Host Ray Collazo analyzes what we learned about Trump's incoming administration from the Carrier deal and his Cabinet of Deplorables. Collazo also breaks down why the mainstream media's fascination with the disgruntled 'white working class' is dangerous and why Congressman Xavier Becerra's powermove is important for Latinos everywhere.

Cuban-Americans Jenny Lorenzo, Ric Herrero and Nissim Leon also share their thoughts on what Fidel Castro's death means to the Cuban-American community and their hopes for the future of the entire Cuban diaspora.

Rays Talk Show Episode 236: Social Media Influencer Rachel Matos joins Host Ray Collazo to discuss her journey from The Art Muse to the #WeAllGrow Latina Network.  Rachel provides insights on how she has leveraged per passion for art, blogging, social media and collaboration for a fulfilling career and life. She also provides an overview of the #WeAllGrow Latina Network and how Ana Flores and her team are creating a supportive online community for Latina content creators.

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Rays Talk Show Episode 235: Host Ray Collazo and guests Venessa Rivera and Charlie Ramos discuss political headlines of the week.

Rays Talk Show Episode 234: Host Ray Collazo is joined by the CEO of Social Vibes Media Vicky Llerena.  Vicky shares how she has overcome the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and the keys to building your online brand, regardless of budget.

Highlights of this episode of Rays Talk Show with Vicky Llerena of Social Vibes Media (timestamp in parentheses):

Three Keys to engaging your audience (4:30)
What people are most drawn to in marketing (7:00)
Top free resources to research viability of your business idea (9:00)
The price of entrepreneurship (21:15)
Why staying connected to a your network is critical to success (25:00)
Advice for Christina and all visually based small businesses (28:15)
What inspired Vicky to become an entrepreneur (34:10)

Resources mentioned in the show:
Reference USA: Small Business Research resource
Famebit: Helps businesses connect with social media influencers that fit your audience profile
Hootsuite: Social Media online publishing tool

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Rays Talk Show Episode 233: Host Ray Collazo breaks down the questions "What The Heck Happened?" and "What Do We Do Next?" following this shocking and to many horrific result of last Tuesday's Presidential Election. Collazo dives into the mental state of Latino voters now that President Elect Donal J. Trump remains in all of our lives. Collazo addresses nuances of the Latino election results, potential Democratic opponents in 2020 and why he isn't apologizing for how he feels. And would Bernie haven't been Trump or not?

Guest Elbert Garcia later on joins Collazo to take a deep dive into the dynamics that led to a close Trump victory in Florida.

Topics On his theraputic Post-Election edition o f Rays Talk Show: 

(4:50) Political Therapy
(5:45) Immigrants Never Get a Day Off
(10:50 Why It Ain't Our fault
(12:15) Why Latino Vote Needs More Love
(15:17) Clinton's biggest Mistake
(18:00) Customer's Always Right
(26:00) Where to find the a few Latino Trump Voters
(1:02:40) Florida Deep Dive

RP232: Host Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts and wise Latinas Georgie Aguirre Sacasa and Claudia Granados to provide the final word on this historically maddening election cycle. Aguirre and Granados share how this Presidential election has impacted them as activists and as Latinas. Our guests also provide insight on how we move forward as a community and as a country win or lose on Tuesday.

Ray then reveals his election predictions. Who will become the President elect on Tuesday and by how many electoral votes? What swing states will be determined by the surging Latino vote? And who will control the Senate after Tuesday?