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Charla Comunitaria The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Aurea Ortiz hosts Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with business owners, community leaders, and elected officials, providing insight and a deeper understanding of our Latin American neighbors.
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Charla Comunitaria

Charla Comunitaria

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The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Aurea Ortiz hosts Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with business owners, community leaders, and elected officials, providing insight and a deeper understanding of our Latin American neighbors.

Most Recent Episodes

"Something a Textbook Could Never Teach You" with Lizzette Melendez | Charla Comunitaria

Aurea Ortiz is joined by Lizzette Melendez of the Hispanic Center of the Lehigh Valley to talk about her experience serving our older residents.

"Something a Textbook Could Never Teach You" with Lizzette Melendez | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 30:51

Important State Service Updates with Rep. Steve Samuelson | Charla Comunitaria

Aurea Ortiz welcomes State Representative Steve Samuelson to talk about important services like Rent Rebates, Real IDs, and much more.

Important State Service Updates with Rep. Steve Samuelson | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 30:12

"I Am Not Invisible" with Coach Julie and Josue Ortiz | Charla Comunitaria

Aurea Ortiz talks with Coach Julie and Josue Ortiz about respecting people with disabilities, Julie's programs for adults, and encouraging everyone no matter their ability.

"I Am Not Invisible" with Coach Julie and Josue Ortiz | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 30:56

Being Thankful for the Experiences with Dr. John Grason | Charla Comunitaria

Aurea Ortiz welcomes Dr. John Grason to talk about his visits to Puerto Rico, his memories of Roberto Clemente, and his thankfulness for the experiences he's had.

Being Thankful for the Experiences with Dr. John Grason | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 28:30

"We Are Not a Monolith" with Marcia Robiou and Alfa Lopez | Charla Comunitaria

Aurea Ortiz welcomes former radio host Alfa Lopez and documentary filmmaker and reporter Marcia Robiou to talk about key issues for Latinos in this year's election and beyond.

"We Are Not a Monolith" with Marcia Robiou and Alfa Lopez | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 27:00

Bringing Theatre to the Whole Community with Christopher Shorr | Charla Comunitaria

Aurea Ortiz welcomes Christopher Shorr of Touchstone Theatre to talk about their efforts to involve the Hispanic community in their local programming year round.

Bringing Theatre to the Whole Community with Christopher Shorr | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 30:30

"It's Nice to Feel Together" with Nydia Ramos | Charla Comunitaria

On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz sits down with Nydia Ramos, a trailblazer in the Lehigh Valley Hispanic community, to share her diverse and unique experiences.

Making a Cultural & Historical Connection with Emily Marchello and Katie Rymon | Charla Comunitaria

On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz welcomes Emily Marchello and Katie Rymon to talk about the National Museum of Industrial History's efforts to appeal to the Hispanic community.

Making a Cultural & Historical Connection with Emily Marchello and Katie Rymon | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 28:57

"People Perish Because of Lack of Knowledge" with Beatrice Rodriguez | Charla Comunitaria

On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz talks with Beatrice Rodriguez about her long history of fighting for rights for Allentown's Hispanic community.

"People Perish Because of Lack of Knowledge" with Beatrice Rodriguez | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 30:39

Giving Students a Cultural Link with Cecile Tybaud and Michelle Rios-Araque | Charla Comunitaria

On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz talks with Cecile Tybaud, a teacher encouraging cultural education, and Michelle Rios-Araque of Moravian University, to talk about engaging students in the Hispanic community.

Giving Students a Cultural Link with Cecile Tybaud and Michelle Rios-Araque | Charla Comunitaria

Listen · 28:50
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