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Wednesday

3 Afro Dominicana Writers Reflect On Their Truths

Elizabeth Acevedo, Amanda Alcantara and Danyeli Rodriguez del Orbe are this week's guests on Alt.Latino. Courtesy of the artists hide caption

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Alt.Latino

3 Afro Dominicana Writers Reflect On Their Truths

Music and identity dominates a wide-ranging conversation with writers Elizabeth Acevedo, Amanda Alcantara and Danyeli Rodriguez del Orbe.

3 Afro Dominicana Writers Reflect On Their Truths

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Thursday

Guest DJ: Empress Of Plays Sing-Along With Some Of Her Greatest Influences

Don't mistake the dreamlike quality of Empress Of's music for a lighthearted approach to reality. Her lyrics make powerful statements about identity. Fabian Guerrero/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Alt.Latino

Guest DJ: Empress Of Plays Sing-Along With Some Of Her Greatest Influences

The Honduran-American vocalist shares her musical inspirations with Alt.Latino host Felix Contreras and guest host Jessica Diaz-Hurtado.

Guest DJ: Empress Of Plays Sing-Along With Some Of Her Greatest Influences

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Friday

Amidst Political Tumult, Salvadoran Artists Across The Country Discuss Their Work

This portrait of a woman from El Salvador reflects the wariness and uncertainty discussed in Alt.Latino this week. Jessica Alvarenga/Witness The Isthmus/ Jessica Alvarenga hide caption

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Alt.Latino

Amidst Political Tumult, Salvadoran Artists Across The Country Discuss Their Work

Four artists with roots in El Salvador discuss their art and the threat to the country's immigrant community.

Amidst Political Tumult, Salvadoran Artists Across The Country Discuss Their Work

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Thursday

Alt.Latino's Favorites: The Songs Of 2017

Cuban vocalist Danay Suárez's "Tú Serás" was among our picks of favorite songs from 2017. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Alt.Latino

Alt.Latino's Favorites: The Songs Of 2017

We call on some of the top Latinx music writers to help us look back at some of their top cuts of 2017.

Alt.Latino's Favorites: The Songs Of 2017

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Wednesday

'Despacito' Deep Dive: More Than Meets The Ear

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Alt.Latino

'Despacito' Deep Dive: More Than Meets The Ear

It was the No. 1 song in America for 16 straight weeks. As the summer of "Despacito" draws to a close, AltLatino explores the musical, sociological and business ripples created by the song's success.

'Despacito' Deep Dive: More Than Meets The Ear

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Tuesday

What's Behind The Success Of 'Despacito'?

Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee performing "Despacito" onstage at the Billboard Latin Music Awards 2017. Sergi Alexander/Getty Images hide caption

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Alt.Latino

What's Behind The Success Of 'Despacito'?

"The whole world is singing in Spanish," says singer Luis Fonsi. How the mainstreaming of reggaeton, the ubiquity of streaming services and some queasy culture clashes gave us the song of the summer.

What's Behind The Success Of 'Despacito'?

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Friday

The Largest U.S. Latino Advocacy Group Changes Its Name, Sparking Debate

Canvasser Ana Mejia gathers her supplies at the offices of the National Council of La Raza in Miami in 2016. The NCLR renamed itself UnidosUS this month, causing a rift in the U.S. Latino community. Some see it as shedding a dated name, but others see it as leaving a legacy behind. Wilfredo Lee/AP hide caption

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The Largest U.S. Latino Advocacy Group Changes Its Name, Sparking Debate

The National Council of La Raza renamed itself UnidosUS this month, causing a rift in the U.S. Latino community. Some see it as shedding a dated name, but others see it as leaving a legacy behind.

The Largest U.S. Latino Advocacy Group Changes Its Name, Sparking Debate

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Sunday

Tuesday

PHOTOS: 'Chicano Eats' Food Blog Dishes Up Bicultural Flavors

Baked crema Mexicana doughnuts with a blood orange glaze, as featured in the food blog Chicano Eats. On his bilingual blog, Esteban Castillo shares traditional and fusion Mexican recipes. The blog has a stunning, minimalist aesthetic meant to challenge the way people see Mexican food. Esteban Castillo hide caption

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The Salt

PHOTOS: 'Chicano Eats' Food Blog Dishes Up Bicultural Flavors

On his bilingual food blog, Esteban Castillo shares traditional and fusion Mexican recipes. The blog has a stunning, minimalist aesthetic meant to challenge the way people see Mexican food.

Thursday

For The Chulita Vinyl Club, Crate Digging Is More Than A Hobby

The Chulita Vinyl Club embraces old-school records and empowers young women. This is the Los Angeles chapter. Arlene Mejorado/Courtesy of Chulita Vinyl Club hide caption

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Alt.Latino

For The Chulita Vinyl Club, Crate Digging Is More Than A Hobby

The members of the all-female vinyl collecting crew connect with their family histories by scouting out Chicano soul records.

For The Chulita Vinyl Club, Crate Digging Is More Than A Hobby

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Wednesday

Celebrating Mujeres: Butterflies, Brujas And Bey

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Alt.Latino

Celebrating Mujeres: Butterflies, Brujas And Bey

March 8 marks International Women's Day. Alt.Latino brings in a panel of Latinx music journalists to explore contemporary feminist movements in music and culture.

Celebrating Mujeres: Butterflies, Brujas And Bey

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Saturday

16 Years After Father's Killing, Colombian Family Sees Justice In U.S. Court

Sisters Bela Henriquez, left, and Nadiezhda Henriquez with their mother, Zulma Chacin de Henriquez, center, testified about how Giraldo Serna's drug operations destroyed their family. Marian Carrasquero/NPR hide caption

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The Two-Way

16 Years After Father's Killing, Colombian Family Sees Justice In U.S. Court

Hernan Giraldo Serna, a Colombian ex-paramilitary leader sent to the U.S. on charges of conspiring to traffic cocaine, is the first in such a case to be confronted by some of his victims in court.

Monday

Alt.Latino Extra: Being Unapologetic, Being Afro-Latina

As an Afro-Latina, Celia Cruz has impacted the music industry and world. Scott Gries/Getty Images hide caption

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Alt.Latino

Alt.Latino Extra: Being Unapologetic, Being Afro-Latina

Janel Martinez, founder of the blog Ain't I Latina, talks about Afro-Latina identity and the power of visibility in the media and music.

Alt.Latino Extra: Being Unapologetic, Being Afro-Latina

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Sunday

Music

Alt.Latino Explores Afro-Latin Music For Black History Month

It's Black History Month, and NPR's Alt.Latino team shares some gems of Afro-Latin music, ranging from Panamanian inspired hip-hop beats to Brazilian percussion.

Alt.Latino Explores Afro-Latin Music For Black History Month

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Wednesday

Get To Know Afro-Brazilian Music With This Alt.Latino Mixtape

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Alt.Latino

Get To Know Afro-Brazilian Music With This Alt.Latino Mixtape

Continue celebrating Black History Month with a dive into the vibrant world of Afro-Brazilian music, including hip-hop, funk, soul and jazz.

Get To Know Afro-Brazilian Music With This Alt.Latino Mixtape

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Saturday

Wednesday

'La Verdad': The Truth Of Latin American Hip-Hop

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Alt.Latino

'La Verdad': The Truth Of Latin American Hip-Hop

Hip-hop scholar Jason Nichols says hip-hop in Latin America is more than just music — it's cultural exchange. Hear a conversation and a few tracks from all over the region.

'La Verdad': The Truth Of Latin American Hip-Hop

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Wednesday

The Alt.Latino Spring 2017 New Music Preview

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Alt.Latino

The Alt.Latino Spring 2017 New Music Preview

Hear new tracks from Cafe Tacvba, Dayme Arocena, Chicano Batman, Hurray For The Riff Raff and more.

The Alt.Latino Spring 2017 New Music Preview

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