Latino USA

12/08/2024

a new Latino USA podcast!

The “virtual wall” across the U.S.-Mexico border is made up of things like drones, sensors, cameras and… surveillance towers.

Both Democrats and Republicans have supported border technology through the years, but advocates and researchers argue that a virtual wall can be as controversial, and deadly, as a physical wall.

On this episode, producer Reynaldo Leaños Jr. travels to southern Arizona where one of the first major concentrations of surveillance towers on the southern border were built, and he looks at what these towers mean today, and for the future of those crossing, and living, there.

LISTEN ➡️ bit.ly/lusaeyes

12/06/2024

This week Latino USA brings you an episode of AVENGER, from Orbit Media.

Miriam Lewin, one of Argentina’s top journalists, was kidnapped at 19 for her activism and sent to a concentration camp. While thousands were executed, she survived and later fought as a journalist to bring her tormentors to justice.

"Avenger" is a podcast series produced by Orbit Media that tells the story of one woman’s triumphant battle against unbelievable odds to survive torture, claim justice for the crimes done against her and others like her, and change the future of her country.

LISTEN ➡️ apple.co/3OLyuFn

12/04/2024

Thank you! 🙌🏽

You all came together for the fourth year in a row to meet our goal and successfully filled our Futuro Media Giving Circle!

You heard our call to keep our promise of and you responded loudly.

Thank you for making it all possible! 🙏🏽

12/03/2024

Today is !

One phrase carries our promise: “No Te Vayas.” When mainstream media moves on, we stay.

Our communities are facing unprecedented challenges—mass deportations, misinformation, and attacks on independent media. We’re here to amplify your stories 📢

Your gift is DOUBLED—and keeps our critical reporting thriving. This Giving Tuesday, help us fight for truth, justice, and belonging 🤲🏼

Show your love and support. If you donate today, your name will be a part of our Futuro Media circle. Fill in the circle with your donation today!

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12/01/2024

a Latino USA episode!

Felipe Coronel, aka Immortal Technique, is a legendary underground hip-hop artist known for his skills on the mic and his raw, highly political lyrics. The Peruvian-American rapper became well-known for his first album in 2001, "Revolutionary Vol. 1" and particularly for his infamously brutal song "Dance With the Devil." Tech says growing up in Harlem during the 80's and 90's caused him to harbor a lot of rage—much of his music discusses colonialism, poverty, and corruption.

We sit down with Immortal Technique to get a deeper sense of what it was like growing up in Harlem and how his rage has played into his successful music career.

LISTEN HERE ➡️ bit.ly/lusaimmortal

This episode originally aired in 2019.

11/29/2024

a Latino USA episode!

In 2001, Nickelodeon started airing "Taina," a show about a Latina teen who attends a performing arts high school in NYC and daydreams of being a star. While the show only lasted two seasons, "Taina" is seared into the memories of many who grew up watching it, because at the time it was rare to see an authentic portrayal of what it was like to be a Nuyorican teen in the early 2000s.

In this episode from our vault, Maria Hinojosa talks to the show’s award-winning creator Maria Perez-Brown, who is Nuyorican herself, about jumping into the world of children's television after being a tax lawyer, and the surprisingly long legacy of “Taina.”

LISTEN HERE ➡️ bit.ly/lusataina

This episode originally aired in 2019.

11/27/2024

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11/26/2024

Over the years you've heard Maria L Hinojosa say "No Te Vayas" on Latino USA.

But now more than ever, this isn’t just a phrase—it’s a promise. As mass deportation threats grow, these words affirm that we belong.

For over 30 years, we’ve amplified the voices that matter, even as attacks on independent journalism and nonprofits rise. Our work keeps communities informed, prepared, and united 🙏

With your support, we’ll keep showing up—for our people, our stories, and our future. 💪

Join us. Together, we’re not going anywhere.

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P.S. We'd also like to thank the generous individuals who made our matching gift fund possible 🙌

11/24/2024

a Latino USA podcast!

With DACA and the Dreamers poised to be back in the center of the national conversation, Latino USA revisits this episode about what it means to be young and undocumented in the United States today. In 2013, a group of young undocumented activists known as the Dream 9 staged one of the riskiest protests in the history of the immigration rights movement. They willingly left the U.S. to Mexico, and then demanded to be let back into the country despite lacking legal status. Their efforts landed them in detention—and in the national spotlight.

LISTEN HERE: bit.ly/lusadream

This episode originally aired in October 2015.

11/22/2024

This week Latino USA brings you an episode of Future Hindsight.

Host Mila Atmos is joined by Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, the Policy Director at the American Immigration Council, a non-profit organization that strives to strengthen the United States by shaping immigration policies and practices. They discuss how out-of-date immigration laws are and why the only cure is comprehensive immigration reform from Congress.

U.S. immigration laws have not changed since the 1990s. The current border enforcement and asylum system dates back to 1996, and in fact, one of the reasons that asylum seekers are living in shelters is because Congress decided in 1996 to make it illegal for them to get a work permit until six months after they apply for asylum. The asylum system is severely underfunded and is a major reason for processing delays. In addition, there are more than 4 million people who have already been approved for visas but the wait time to get the legal status is decades long.

LISTEN HERE ➡️ bit.ly/3ZjVXDN

11/20/2024

Our community of donors has stepped up. Today we're proud to announce the launch of the Futuro Media Community Matching Gift Fund.

With this match and , your gift is now DOUBLED!

Imagine the impact you can make:

👥 Your $25 becomes $50 - You'll support producing bilingual content, allowing us to reach wider audiences

🔍 Your $100 becomes $200 - You'll fund crucial research for in-depth investigative stories

🎧 Your $500 becomes $1,000 - You'll provide equipment to produce new podcast episodes

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This is crucial because our goal is to raise $150,000 before December 31st.

All donors receive a Futuro Media sticker sheet! All supporters who give $90 or more will receive a “No Te Vayas” cap 🧢

Thank you to the generous individuals who made this matching gift fund possible 🙌

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11/17/2024

A new Latino USA is out now!

Maria L Hinojosa sits down with award-winning Mexican actors DiegoLuna and Gael García Bernal to talk about their latest projects together—La Máquina, Hulu’s first original Spanish language series and State of Silence, a Netflix documentary about the threats and dangers Mexican journalists face while reporting in their country. Diego and Gael also discuss how they foster their lifelong friendship, and how the two create politically powerful art.

LISTEN HERE ➡️ bit.ly/lusafriendship

11/15/2024

A new Latino USA episode is out!

When Paloma, a second-generation Mexican-American trans woman, was attending Maria L Hinojosa's class at Barnard College, she was using they/them pronouns. Back then, she was downcast and barely spoke a word. Years later, Maria started seeing Paloma’s social media posts as a fabulous and outgoing drag performer. How did that happen?

In this episode, we follow Paloma in her journey to womanhood—a journey that started in her family home in the Bay Area and continues today, after months of Hormone Replacement Treatment (HRT).

LISTEN HERE: bit.ly/lusapaloma

11/12/2024

🚨The urgency of our mission has never been greater🚨

With Trump’s victory, press freedom faces unprecedented challenges. At Futuro Media, we’re committed to fearless reporting and amplifying diverse voices.

Your support powers our work 💪🏼 It allows for:

🔍 Investigative reporting on key issues
📢 Amplifying marginalized voices
🎙️ Combating misinformation

Help us raise $150k by Dec 31! Every dollar defends democracy.

Together, we can safeguard press freedom.

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11/10/2024

As we heard during our reporting in South Florida, democracy means different things to different people. For some, a vote for Donald Trump was a vote for democracy.

Listen to understand the Latino vote and how it impacted the ↘️

The 2024 presidential election was for many Americans “the most important of their lifetimes.” And its results left some shocked,...

11/09/2024

The election in 2024 was a turning point for democracy, and what it means for different voters. This Latino USA and In The Thick collaboration unpacks the key issues that impacted Trump’s win.

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The 2024 presidential election was for many Americans “the most important of their lifetimes.” And its results left some shocked,...