http://www.latinousa.org Copyright 2009 KUT and National Public Radio NPR API RSS Generator 0.94 en Latino USA, the radio journal of news and culture, is the only national, English-language radio program produced from a Latino perspective. NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air Latino USA mjacob@futuromediagroup.org Futuro Media Group no http://media.npr.org/images/podcasts/thumbnail/icon_510016.jpg http://www.latinousa.org Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:25:34 -0400 This week, we look at a Senate immigration proposal that could pave a quicker road to legalization, for farmworkers. And for “News or Noise?”… Why so much more media buzz on immigration deals for tech workers over farmworkers? Then, an ACLU lawsuit against the U.S. government for coercing immigrants to sign their own deportations. And we speak with Judy Reyes about the new Lifetime show Devious Maids. Finally, we talk to Destiny Galindo, a 17-year-old Arizonian who raps about democracy. 

]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:25:34 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/191597157/npr_191597157.mp3 This week, we look at a Senate immigration proposal that could pave a quicker road to legalization, for farmworkers. And for “News or Noise?”… Why so much more media buzz on immigration deals for tech workers over farmworkers? Then, an ACLU lawsuit against the U.S. government for coercing immigrants to sign their own deportations. And we speak with Judy Reyes about the new Lifetime show Devious Maids. Finally, we talk to Destiny Galindo, a 17-year-old Arizonian who raps about democracy. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 24:14 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, we hear from Latino college graduates on what it’s like to step into the brave new world, with a little word of advice. And, a recent study shows Latinos entering U.S. colleges at a higher rate than any other ethnic group: but, what about college completion? Then, we bring you an update on Fisher v University of Texas at Austin, a case on affirmative action and college admission, soon to be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court. A look back at the “Bracero Program,” with a taste of injustice. Finally, a tour of a garden between the U.S. and Mexico where the flora and fauna defy the border fence. 

]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 11:47:37 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/189520585/npr_189520585.mp3 This week, we hear from Latino college graduates on what it’s like to step into the brave new world, with a little word of advice. And, a recent study shows Latinos entering U.S. colleges at a higher rate than any other ethnic group: but, what about college completion? Then, we bring you an update on Fisher v University of Texas at Austin, a case on affirmative action and college admission, soon to be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court. A look back at the “Bracero Program,” with a taste of injustice. Finally, a tour of a garden between the U.S. and Mexico where the flora and fauna defy the border fence. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 24:14 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, we help you get your summer playlist ready with an show dedicated to music. We sit down with Bajofondo’s Gustavo Santaolalla to talk about the group’s most recent album, “Presente.” We sit down with Venezuelan guitarist and singer Jose Luis Pardo from Los Amigos Invisibles; and, as part of our accordion series, we speak to Very Be Careful, a Los Angeles based band that’s helping revive Colombian vallenato in the U.S.  Finally, an interview with Mexican rapper Carla Reyna, aka Niña Dioz. 

]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 11:03:21 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/187520013/npr_187520013.mp3 This week, we help you get your summer playlist ready with an show dedicated to music. We sit down with Bajofondo’s Gustavo Santaolalla to talk about the group’s most recent album, “Presente.” We sit down with Venezuelan guitarist and singer Jose Luis Pardo from Los Amigos Invisibles; and, as part of our accordion series, we speak to Very Be Careful, a Los Angeles based band that’s helping revive Colombian vallenato in the U.S.  Finally, an interview with Mexican rapper Carla Reyna, aka Niña Dioz. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 24:14 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, we bring you an update on the Senate immigration plan as it heads to the Senate floor. And we report from two of the dozens of schools shuttered in Chicago. We sit down with Dominican-American author Raquel Cepeda to talk about her memoir “Bird of Paradise: How I Became a Latina.” Finally, the premiere of “Rebel,” a story about the Cuban women who disguised herself as a man to fight in the Civil War.  

]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 12:23:19 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/186454144/npr_186454144.mp3 This week, we bring you an update on the Senate immigration plan as it heads to the Senate floor. And we report from two of the dozens of schools shuttered in Chicago. We sit down with Dominican-American author Raquel Cepeda to talk about her memoir “Bird of Paradise: How I Became a Latina.” Finally, the premiere of “Rebel,” a story about the Cuban women who disguised herself as a man to fight in the Civil War.  

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 24:14 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, a look into elementary schools being shut down by Chicago officials, leaving many people angry and upset. And for this week’s “News Or Noise?”, Disney bows to Latino online mobilization after it tries to trademark “Dia de los Muertos.” Finally, we go to Tijuana, Mexico, where women roller derby fanatics give life to a fast growing sport. 

]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 12:13:24 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/184789587/npr_184789587.mp3 This week, a look into elementary schools being shut down by Chicago officials, leaving many people angry and upset. And for this week’s “News Or Noise?”, Disney bows to Latino online mobilization after it tries to trademark “Dia de los Muertos.” Finally, we go to Tijuana, Mexico, where women roller derby fanatics give life to a fast growing sport. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 24:14 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, we take you to Postville, Iowa, which five years ago was the site of the largest immigration raid in U.S history. Then, we look for answers on why U.S border patrol agents are shooting into Mexico and killing innocent civilians. And, we bring you a Mother’s Day commentary on the decision to become – or not to become – a mom. Finally, we go to a trailer park in Duroville, California where most its farmworker residents are leaving for newer housing. 

]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 10:53:25 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/182856053/npr_182856053.mp3 This week, we take you to Postville, Iowa, which five years ago was the site of the largest immigration raid in U.S history. Then, we look for answers on why U.S border patrol agents are shooting into Mexico and killing innocent civilians. And, we bring you a Mother’s Day commentary on the decision to become – or not to become – a mom. Finally, we go to a trailer park in Duroville, California where most its farmworker residents are leaving for newer housing. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 0:00 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, with U.S immigration reform talks underway, we look at Mexico and its place in the discussion. Then, a look at violence and human rights abuses in Mexico, where women are often targets. And a commentary from a Mexican-American in Mexico City, a pocho in chilangolandia. Finally, the San Francisco Girls’ Chorus premieres “Santos” in California. 

]]> Fri, 03 May 2013 10:53:37 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/180824907/npr_180824907.mp3 This week, with U.S immigration reform talks underway, we look at Mexico and its place in the discussion. Then, a look at violence and human rights abuses in Mexico, where women are often targets. And a commentary from a Mexican-American in Mexico City, a pocho in chilangolandia. Finally, the San Francisco Girls’ Chorus premieres “Santos” in California. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 0:00 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, we break down the media’s coverage of the Boston Marathon bombing: what was news and what was noise? Then, domestic workers learn some handy mediating skills. And, meet Claudia Lopez, a Latina mountain climber, photographer, and a giver. Finally, an interview with Chilean director Andrés Wood about “Violeta Went to Heaven,” a film on the life of iconic folklorist Violeta Parra.

]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:53:26 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/179230070/npr_179230070.mp3 This week, we break down the media’s coverage of the Boston Marathon bombing: what was news and what was noise? Then, domestic workers learn some handy mediating skills. And, meet Claudia Lopez, a Latina mountain climber, photographer, and a giver. Finally, an interview with Chilean director Andrés Wood about “Violeta Went to Heaven,” a film on the life of iconic folklorist Violeta Parra.

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 0:00 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, we dedicate the entire show to the challenges that Latino youth face when dealing with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, peer pressure, and relationships. We hear the stories of three young Latinos coping with their culture while surviving the ups-and-downs of adolescence. But where do young Latinos turn for support? UC Davis professor Dr. Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola helps us put things in context. 

]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:13:47 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/177957988/npr_177957988.mp3 This week, we dedicate the entire show to the challenges that Latino youth face when dealing with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, peer pressure, and relationships. We hear the stories of three young Latinos coping with their culture while surviving the ups-and-downs of adolescence. But where do young Latinos turn for support? UC Davis professor Dr. Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola helps us put things in context. 

]]> NPR,NPR,Latino USA,Washington,District of Columbia,Morning Edition,All Things Considered,Fresh Air 0:00 no NPR http://www.npr.org/ This week, where’s immigration enforcement in the ongoing conversation around reform? And, we speak to two key Latino congressmen shaping immigration legislation from inside the House. Finally, the winner of the 2012 Pulitzer for theater talks about the long shadow cast by war over a Puerto Rican family in Philadelphia.

]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:03:41 -0400 http://www.latinousa.org http://podcastdownload.npr.org/anon.npr-podcasts/podcast/510016/177042743/npr_177042743.mp3 This week, where’s immigration enforcement in the ongoing conversation around reform? And, we speak to two key Latino congressmen shaping immigration legislation from inside the House. Finally, the winner of the 2012 Pulitzer for theater talks about the long shadow cast by war over a Puerto Rican family in Philadelphia.

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