Welcome back to Locatora Radio! September 15th to October 15th, marks Latinx History Month in the U.S. In this episode, we’re reviewing the most pivotal pop culture moments in Latinx History, starting in 1980s to present day. We discuss iconic moments, like JLO's Versace dress (which led to the invention of Google Images), "lo que se ve, no se pregunta", Taco Bell's mascot, and more!

Welcome back to Locatora Radio! September 15th to October 15th, marks Latinx History Month in the U.S. In this episode, we’re reviewing the most pivotal pop culture moments in Latinx History, starting in 1980s to present day. We discuss iconic moments, like JLO's Versace dress (which led to the invention of Google Images), "lo que se ve, no se pregunta", Taco Bell's mascot, and more!

Locatora Radio is a smart, witty, culturally aware podcast that helps you make sense of the world and feel seen along the way. This podcast captures the cultural moments we are living through and pushes the conversation forward with humor, analysis and intention. Hosted by Mala Munoz, writer and producer, and Diosa Femme, writer and journalist, the show brings refreshing commentary and storytelling to unpack life as it comes.

Now in its 11th season Locatora Radio, features conversations with entertainers, policymakers, artists, and advocates whose work influences our day to day. Each episode provides a space where big ideas feel accessible, resonant, and deeply human. Thoughtful enough for public-radio listeners and fun enough for Bravo fans, Locatora Radio offers clarity, connection, and context for anyone seeking a nuanced and entertaining listen.

Locatora Radio is a smart, witty, culturally aware podcast that helps you make sense of the world and feel seen along the way. This podcast captures the cultural moments we are living through and pushes the conversation forward with humor, analysis and intention. Hosted by Mala Munoz, writer and producer, and Diosa Femme, writer and journalist, the show brings refreshing commentary and storytelling to unpack life as it comes.
Now in its 11th season Locatora Radio, features conversations with entertainers, policymakers, artists, and advocates whose work influences our day to day. Each episode provides a space where big ideas feel accessible, resonant, and deeply human. Thoughtful enough for public-radio listeners and fun enough for Bravo fans, Locatora Radio offers clarity, connection, and context for anyone seeking a nuanced and entertaining listen.

Locatora Radio [A Radiophonic Novela]

Locatora Radio is a weekly podcast that captures the cultural moments we are living through and pushes the conversation forward with humor, analysis and intention. From pop culture and politics, relationships, and the everyday pressures shaping our lives, Mala and Diosa open up a space where big ideas feel grounded, accessible, and deeply human.

Locatora Radio is a weekly podcast that captures the cultural moments we are living through and pushes the conversation forward with humor, analysis and intention. From pop culture and politics, relationships, and the everyday pressures shaping our lives, Mala and Diosa open up a space where big ideas feel grounded, accessible, and deeply human.

Capítulo 174: Latinx History Month - Pop Culture's Best

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Whether it was Dolly Parton's style, lyrics, or philanthropy, she gave us so much to talk about! This week, Diosa and Mala reflect on the late Dolly Parton's songwriting skills. Together, they review some iconic tunes like, "Coat of Many Colors", "Jolene", and "Just Because I'm A Woman", and what her legacy means to so many! 

Whether it was Dolly Parton's style, lyrics, or philanthropy, she gave us so much to talk about! This week, Diosa and Mala reflect on the late Dolly Parton's songwriting skills. Together, they review some iconic tunes like, "Coat of Many Colors", "Jolene", and "Just Because I'm A Woman", and what her legacy means to so many!&nbsp;

A Tribute To Dolly Parton

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This week on Locatora Radio, Diosa sits down with podcast creator and executive editor, Maria Garcia, to unpack the Spicy Latina trope, it's origins, and the complicated reasons we sometimes identify with these characters. Think: Salma Hayek in Fool's Rush-In. 

Maria is the host and producer of a new podcast: Muy Excited with Maria Garcia, a new podcast exploring the moments that shape pop culture. 

Together, they get into some pop culture moments like why the media owes Britney Spears an apology, how JLO sorta pushed back on the spicy Latina trope, and the evolution of said trope.

This week on Locatora Radio, Diosa sits down with podcast creator and executive editor, Maria Garcia, to unpack the Spicy Latina trope, it's origins, and the complicated reasons we sometimes identify with these characters. Think: Salma Hayek in Fool's Rush-In. 
Maria is the host and producer of a new podcast: Muy Excited with Maria Garcia, a new podcast exploring the moments that shape pop culture.&nbsp;
Together, they get into some pop culture moments like why the media owes Britney Spears an apology, how JLO sorta pushed back on the spicy Latina trope, and the evolution of said trope.

The Evolution of the "Spicy Latina" With Maria Garcia

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Content warning: this episode discusses child death, maternal mental illness, and suicide

This week, Diosa and Mala discuss the harrowing case of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother on trial for the murder of her three children. Behind the sensational headlines and viral content, there's a devastating and complicated story: Clancy's defense claims she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, a condition that affects about 1 in 1,000 new mothers. In this episode, las Locatoras discuss maternal healthcare, healthcare inequities, and why community care is so important when systems fail to keep us safe. 

Resources:

You can reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline can be reached at 1-833-TLC-MAMA.

Content warning: this episode discusses child death, maternal mental illness, and suicide
This week, Diosa and Mala discuss the harrowing case of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother on trial for the murder of her three children. Behind the sensational headlines and viral content, there's a devastating and complicated story: Clancy's defense claims she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, a condition that affects about 1 in 1,000 new mothers. In this episode, las Locatoras discuss maternal healthcare, healthcare inequities, and why community care is so important when systems fail to keep us safe.&nbsp;
Resources:
You can reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline can be reached at 1-833-TLC-MAMA.

What Lindsay Clancey's Case Reveals About The Gaps In Postpartum Care | Capítulo 280

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Capítulo 174: Latinx History Month - Pop Culture's Best

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