Best Ray Collazo Podcasts (2025)

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From North Philly to National Impact: Ray Collazo on Political Leadership and Empowering Communities 31:59

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In this compelling episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott sits down with Ray Collazo, a national political strategist and activist, to discuss his transformative journey from a troubled childhood in North Philadelphia to becoming a leader in political organization. Ray shares his insights on the emotional toll of today’s political climate, the imp…

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Authenticity in Leadership: Nancy Lee on Empathy, Feedback, and Growth 37:13

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In this episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott sits down with Nancy Lee, an authenticity coach, to explore the power of leading with empathy and authenticity. Nancy opens up about her personal journey of feeling like she didn’t belong and how those experiences shaped her approach to leadership. She emphasizes the need for leaders to create safe sp…

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Radical Self-Care and Authenticity: Amber Douglas on Empowerment and Inclusion 35:57

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In this episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott is joined by Amber Douglas, creator of Girl Get Real, to discuss the transformative power of radical self-care and authenticity. Amber shares her journey to finding fulfillment and creating a platform that celebrates individuals for who they truly are. Together, they explore the challenges of being ta…

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Revolutionizing HR: Employee Engagement with Tom Cook 33:21

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Join this insightful episode of Hidden Human as Kelly Meerbott explores the art of leadership with Tom Cook, Executive Director of the Delaware River and Bay Authority. Tom shares his philosophy of collaboration, the importance of trusting employees, and the challenges he’s faced, including handling a fraud incident with transparency and integrity.…

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Kindness in Leadership: Karen Walrond on Integrity, Calm, and Joyful Growth 43:52

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In this episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott welcomes Karen Walrond, author and leadership coach, to explore the profound impact of kindness in leadership. Karen shares her personal journey of embracing authenticity in the corporate world and offers practical advice on navigating tough situations with integrity and calm. She highlights the power…

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Leading with Legacy: How Karla Trotman Transformed Electrosoft 42:38

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In this insightful episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott sits down with Karla Trotman, CEO of Electrosoft, to explore her remarkable legacy journey in the electronics manufacturing industry. Karla delves into her role leading a family business that produces electronics for industrial and military defense products, sharing her experience of naviga…

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Unleashing the Mermaid: Empowering Women in a Sea of Challenges 35:56

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Join Kelly Meerbott as she sits down with Sharron Lynn Cooks, a community affairs and public relations consultant at Making Our Lives Easier LLC. They discussed the unique challenges women face, including the importance of reclaiming sexual power and financial independence. Lynn shares insights on her upcoming virtual Heauxlistic Mermaids Retreat i…

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Leadership in Healthcare: Dr. Lily Girson on Advocacy and Empathy 28:50

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Leaders are born for many reasons — and in this episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott sits down with Dr. Lily Girson, a board-certified physician and now the visionary founder of Mindful Medicine and Wellness. Discover Dr. Girson’s journey from traditional medicine to establishing a practice that marries Western and Eastern approaches and patient…

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Disrupting Journalism: Aundrea Cline-Thomas on Authentic Storytelling 42:02

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You do not want to miss this episode of Hidden Human as Kelly Meerbott interviews Aundrea Cline-Thomas, founder of Mountain Court Media. Hear about her bold career pivot from traditional journalism to creating a disruptive media space. Aundrea discusses the importance of authentic storytelling in leadership, her work on a YouTube series with former…

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Crafting Impact: Alexy Posner on Strategic Storytelling in Media 40:00

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This week, Kelly Meerbott sits down with Alexy Posner, founder of AP Brand Group to explore the world of athlete and talent management. Alexy shares her unique approach to holistic brand management, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, social impact, and intuitive decision-making. She shares her leadership evolution, transitioning from a han…

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From Cancel Culture to Class Anxiety: Ernest Owens on The Future of Journalism 56:17

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In this episode, Kelly Meerbott sits down with award-winning journalist Ernest Owens to discuss his career journey and the importance of creative control and inclusivity in journalism. They delve into his insights on navigating career paths, the challenges faced by nonprofit journalists, and the impact of canceled culture and class anxiety on socie…

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Amplifying Voices, Shaping Society: A Deep Dive with Desiree Peterkin Bell 45:43

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In Season 8, Episode 9 of Hidden Human, Kelly welcomes the insightful Desiree Peterkin Bell, President & CEO of DPBell & Associates, a firm that transcends traditional public relations by focusing on public affairs to make a tangible impact. In a thoughtful discussion, Desiree shares her extensive experience in leveraging public affairs to amplify …

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Beyond Impostor Syndrome: Transforming Leadership with Danielle Roberts 50:52

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In this episode of Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott is joined by Danielle Roberts, a future of work consultant and known as the “Anti-Career Coach™.” Together, they delve into the profound impact of mindset shifts, neurodiversity, and the importance of creating inclusive work environments. Danielle shares her journey of overcoming toxic work environmen…

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Leadership with Heart: The Power of Positivity & Emotional Intelligence 33:33

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Join Kelly Meerbott and Tracy Taiwah in this enlightening episode of Hidden Human as they delve into the power of positivity in leadership. Discover how a positive outlook can transform personal and professional environments, and gain insights into Kelly and Tracy's personal leadership philosophies. From emotional regulation and decision-making und…

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From Theory to Practice: Enhancing Research & Leadership in the Digital Age 48:33

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On this week’s Hidden Human, Kelly Meerbott speaks with Kristen Donnelly — TEDx speaker and DEI expert — about transforming academic insights into practical business strategies. Don’t miss this insightful conversation exploring the significance of critical thinking, verifying sources, and the impact of advertising on local news. The conversation al…

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Philly, Resilience & Innovations in Hospitality with Ben Fileccia, SVP of PRLA 52:38

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Welcome back to Season 8 of Hidden Human! On today’s episode,, we’ll be talking about hospitality industry challenges with our guest Ben Fileccia, SVP of Strategy & Engagement for the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association (PRLA). This insightful conversation with host Kelly Meerbott, PCC explores leadership lessons learned during the pand…

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Unlocking Happiness: The Transformative Power of Sleep 40:17

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Prepare to be inspired by today's episode of Hidden Human featuring the incredible Jalene Szuba! As a passionate and board-certified health and wellness coach, Jalene harnesses the profound power of intuition to guide us toward true happiness and purpose. Her life's mission is to help individuals unlock their deepest joys through the transformative…

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Managing Crisis & Other Leadership Challenges With Empathy 40:28

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Get ready for a sensational episode of Hidden Human with our guest, the brilliant Tammy Klotz! As a CISO in the manufacturing industry and cybersecurity expert Tammy offers sharp insights in cybersecurity careers, empathetic leadership, managing a crisis, and maintaining authenticity and integrity as a leader. Don’t miss this episode — and be sure …

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Standing Your Ground & Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations 37:49

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Get ready for an electrifying episode of Hidden Human as we welcome the phenomenal Lauren J. Footman! In this week's installment, we'll talk about cultivating sustainable change. We’ll also uncover the invaluable lessons learned from her tenure as a county DEIA officer, insights on navigating the EOC, and celebrate Lauren recently being named a ‘To…

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The Power of Options in the New World of Work 46:48

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On today’s episode of Hidden Human, meet pioneers Elisa Camahort Page & Jory Des Jardins, founders of Optionality, a community of practice for experienced and talented professionals reshaping their work lives. Get inspired with insights into corporate HR limitations, how business women and artists build communities instead of fans, and the power of…

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EP47: The Anxious Achiever With Morra Aarons-Mele: Turn Your Biggest Fears Into Your Leadership Superpower 58:23

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Join Kelly Meerbott and guest Morra Aarons-Mele — known as The Anxious Achiever — as they discuss Morra’s two missions in life for the world of work. First, Morra helps leaders who manage anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, OCD, mental illness and more thrive at work — and discusses why people with different brains need to work differently. Secon…

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"Democrats Have To Be The Party Of Success" 34:13

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Bomba Live's Ray Collazo is joined by political consultant Kristian Ramos of Autonomy Strategies. Ramos and Collazo discuss current political state of play and why Latino voters are lukewarm on President Joe Biden. They share why Biden should get more love from Latinos and what Democrats need to do to put Latino voters front and center of their mes…

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Decoding Resilience: Leonard Brody on the Hidden Challenges of Success 54:37

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Join Kelly and Leonard Brody as they discuss the media, entrepreneurship, and the power of resilience. Leonard is an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and two-time Emmy award nominee. He acts as Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Caravan, where he oversees the building of new ventures, and a Co-Founder at hai, a smart home shower product. D…

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Black Women Unmuted With Nicki Mayo 44:59

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by journalist Nicki Mayo to discuss the state of journalism and the overall media landscape. Mayo discussed the need to discern 'new media' from real journalism and shared why her #BlackWomenUnmuted platform is a badly needed outlet to highlight the authentic perspective of Black women in American life. Collazo and Mayo d…

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SCOTUS Drops Affirmative Action BOMBA! 49:27

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Latinos In Racial Equity Media Coverage 41:30

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Viviana Lopez Green, senior director for UnidosUS' Racial Equity Initiative, to discuss UnidosUS's report "Elevating Latino Experiences and Voices in News about Racial Equity: Findings and Recommendations for More Complete Coverage." This UnidosUS collaboration with Berkely Media Studies Group outlines how media consis…

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Latinos And Juneteenth 38:01

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National Puerto Rican Day Parade Preview 32:20

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Miguel Guadaloupe, Vice Chair of National Puerto Rican Day Parade Committee, to preview the upcoming parade on Sunday, June 11th in New York City. Guadaloupe details the planning and execution that has taken place to prepare for the iconic 66th annual parade. Guadaloupe and Collazo discuss how the parade has evolved as…

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Bori Boxing Stars & Jimmy Butler's Mofongo 46:44

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Que Se Vayan Ellos: Puerto Rican News With Federico DeJesus 26:46

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Its Bigger Than Hollywood Final Podcast 45:17

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Debbie Mucarsel-Powell on Debt Ceiling, DeSantis And Day Without An Immigrant 34:11

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Former Florida Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell joins Bomba Live! to analyze the latest political headlines. Debbie and Host Ray Collazo update us on what the debt ceiling deal means for our country and our politics. Mucarsel Powell and Collazo explain how this deal shows the stark contrast between President Biden's steady leadership and the Ho…

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Latinos And White Supremacy 32:53

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Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo is joined by racial justice journalist Arturo Dominguez on his recent "Latinos and White Supremacy" article. Collazo and Dominguez discuss how the two Latino assailants of recent Texas mass killings were apparently impacted by white supremacist views. Dominguez shares how Latinos typically get influenced by white suprema…

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Where's The Leadership? Plus, Little Ray's Heroes 40:07

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Host Ray Collazo asks the question "Where's the Leadership?" on our gun violence crisis. Collazo calls on many sectors to get engaged as our country becomes a prison state. Collazo provides updates on Immigration news headlines and provides analysis on how we need to view this challenge on our Southern border. He also shares his thoughts on Puerto …

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Puerto Ricans Taking Over Wrestling Too?! 32:50

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Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo is joined by CEO of National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and Wrestling Superfan Joel Berrocal to discuss the Puerto Rican Wrestling takeover over the weekend. Bad Bunny and boricua wrestling stars headlined this weekend's WWE "Backlash" at El Choli in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Collazo and Berrocal discuss Bad Bunny's t…

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"Hip-Hope Became My Life"--Planetary Interview Part 1 24:20

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by Philly Rican Hip Hop legend Mario Collazo aka Planetary of Outerspace and Army of the Pharaohs Crew. Planetary has been a critically acclaimed lyricist for decades. After four full length albums and numerous world tours, Planetary is back with his first solo album "Project Pluto" that comes out on May 12th. Planetary j…

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Clarence Thomas Is The Biggest Sellout Ever 52:11

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The Talk Show you have waited for your entire life is back! Bomba Live Host Ray Collazo breaks down why Clarence Thomas is the biggest sellout of all times to Black America AND our Democracy. Ray shares his observations from last week's trip to Washington, DC for the America Votes Conference. America Votes is the nation's largest gathering of progr…

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Ex-Bad Bunny Fan Speaks! Bomba Live Los Angeles 21:05

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Stand With Tennessee Three...Bomba Live Good Friday Special 28:47

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Host Ray Collazo shares his analysis of shameful actions by Tennessee State House to expel two young African-American members Justin Pearson and Justin Jones. Collazo outlines why this in an inflection point in our democracy and civil rights and why we need to get off the sidelines to take bold action. Collazo also discusses what Good Friday means …

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Trump Comes Home: Bomba Live Reaction 28:32

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Hosts Ray Collazo and Elbert Garcia react to former President Donald Trump being indicted on 34 felony counts by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. They discuss the political and social implications for the 2024 elections, media coverage and the history of salacious New York City trials. Collazo shares what this says about our country and his…

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World Baseball Classic Bomba! 1:38:50

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Host Ray Collazo is joined by baseball analysts Cheats, Jorge Martinez, Michael Collazo, Alex Sepulveda, Julia Rivera, Fernando Torres and Antonio Chaurand to give you a worldwide preview of World Baseball Classic 2023. Listen as analysts breakdown the rosters and prospects for Teams USA, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Mexico y mucho m…

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Super Bowl Bomba! 1:06:11

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Host Ray Collazo are joined by co-host Monte Perez and Superfans Orrie Hicks, Antonio Chaurand, Dom Digorgio, Leo Prieto and Juan Carlos Chaurand for Super Bowl Bomba! Crew breaks down matchup between top two teams in NFL and what this game means to fans in Philadelphia and Kansas City. Perez also analyzes significance of Lebron James breaking all …

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The Power of Inspiration with Jerome Myers 51:00

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Welcome to Hidden Human, where we reveal our personal humanity to reconnect with our shared humanity. Let's begin our conversation with Jerome Myers, Financial Planner, Business Coach, and Chief Inspiration Officer in episode 45, “The Power of Inspiration.” Join us to explore the topic of inspiration and the exciting path that lead Jerome Myers to …

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Raising Arizona 49:56

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Found In Translation Talk Show hosts Ray Collazo and Enrique Chaurand are joined by Elizabeth 'Liz' Salazar of UnidosUS Action Fund and Luis Avila to take a deep dive into Arizona politics. Liz gives us the landscape on the critical Arizona Senate and Governor's races. Liz also breaks down what issues are truly important this cycle. Then Luis joine…

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Curtis L. Jenkins Project Manager Guest on Hidden Human Podcast With Kelly Meerbott online-audio-converter.com 43:02

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Join Kelly Meerbott and Curtis L. Jenkins as they explore the topic of Project Management and why having a skilled person managing the details of projects is critical. Hear how Curtis manages his stress, his favorite leadership books, and how he arrived at being a Hero Project Manager. Hosted by Kelly Meerbott, PCC of You Loud & Clear, Executive Le…

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Yvonne Gutierrez On Being Latina In Post Roe World 58:42

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Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis the historic happenings in Washington this week. Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Enrique Chaurand are joined by Yvonne Gutierrez, the Managing Director of the Latino Victory Project. Yvonne is a long time reproductive rights activist. She joined us to share how the …

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Get To Work Garland! Is Flores The Future? 56:47

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Found in Translation Talk Show, your home for Latino politics, is back with analysis of this week's hot political headlines. Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Enrique Chaurand analyze what this week's January 6th hearings mean for possible federal prosecution of former President Donald Trump. They also discuss the impact of the newly passed Senate Gun…

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Real Story of Latino Vote With Fernand Amandi 1:06:05

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Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Enrique Chaurand welcome pollster and political analyst Fernand Amandi to discuss the real story of the Latino Vote. Are Latinos really drifting towards Republicans? What are issues Latinos care about leading up to midterms. Crew also takes deep dive into Nevada electoral landscape and how Senator Catherine Cortez Mas…

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CHC Goes To White House; Immigration News Update 1:05:57

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FOUND IN TRANSLATION TALK SHOW, your home for Latino politics & news, is back this week with updates on the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Meeting with White House, Republican infighting on January 6th insurrection and latest anti-Latino attack. Hosts Rafael "Ray" Collazo and Enrique Chaurand then interview Carlos Guevara of UnidosUS to update us on…

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Happy Earth Day! Found In Translation Is Back 56:13

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Found In Translation Talk Show is back with host Rafael "Ray" Collazo and new cohost political communications expert Enrique Chaurand. Chaurand interviews Collazo to catch us up on this past year as Collazo has assumed the role of UnidosUS Action Fund's Executive Director. UnidosUS Action Fund is the 501c4 political arm of the nation's largest Lati…