¿Que Pasa Boston?

Rumba 97.7 (WZRM-FM)

QUE PASA BOSTONYour Direct Connection to Boston's Vibrant Latino CommunityExecutive Producer and Host Gabriela SalasTHE PREMIER MULTICULTURAL PLATFORM IN NEW ENGLANDExperience the power of Boston's most influential bilingual podcast and radio show, endorsed by Governor Maura Healey, Mayor Michelle Wu, David “Big Papi” Ortiz and trusted by our dedicated iHeart listeners. Airing Sundays at 6 AM on Rumba 97.7 and 6:30AM on JAMN 94.5 with podcast availability for extended digital reach.HOSTED BY A GLOBAL LEADERGabriela Salas brings 30+ years of expertise in developing markets for Fortune 500 companies. As a respected community leader and entrepreneur, she has established herself as a trusted voice in multicultural strategies and business development. Her profound connections with A-list celebrities and innovators ensure high-caliber conversations and valuable insights.

  1. 4d ago

    30 Years & the Legacy That Changed College Sports

    Jay Calnan, founder of Boston construction firm J. Calnan & Associates and co-founder of the nonprofit Team IMPACT, joins host Gabriela Salas on ¿Qué Pasa Boston? to share how children with serious illnesses become members of college sports teams, and how he built a 145-employee company from a $2,500 401(k).   What is Team IMPACT and how does it work? Team IMPACT connects children ages 5 to 15 who live with life-threatening or chronic illnesses, such as cancer, leukemia and cystic fibrosis, with a local college athletic team. The child is officially drafted onto the team for two to four years and joins games, practices, team dinners and year-end banquets. Since launching in Boston in 2011, Team IMPACT has drafted nearly 5,000 kids on more than 900 college campuses across the United States, from Division I to Division III. The program is medically based and run by child life specialists.   How can my family sign up for Team IMPACT? Any family can apply at teamimpact.org, no matter where they live, what language they speak or their background. A child life specialist will reach out to guide you through the process. You can also refer a child you know, donate, or connect your alma mater's athletic program.   How did Jay Calnan start his business? In September 1996, Jay cashed in his 401(k), bought a desk, rented a phone and opened a small office in Dorchester. Thirty years later, J. Calnan & Associates builds offices, labs and biotech facilities across Massachusetts, has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the state's top philanthropic companies for more than two decades, and still employs its very first hire.   What is Jay's advice for young entrepreneurs? Lead with purpose, not just passion. Ask how you can make an impact before asking what you get. And build relationships that benefit both sides, with your team, your clients and your community.   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to ¿Qué Pasa Boston? 01:10 Starting a company with a $2,500 401(k) 03:30 Commercial construction in Boston 04:45 Starting a business in 1996 vs. today 06:40 Gen Z, millennials and work ethic 09:40 Giving back and win-win partnerships 12:30 How Team IMPACT drafts kids onto college teams 15:40 How families and student athletes benefit 18:00 Who qualifies and how to get involved 21:00 Purpose vs. passion for young entrepreneurs 23:10 Growing up in Bristol, Connecticut, and his brother's story 27:40 How to refer a child to Team IMPACT   Mi gente, si conocen a una familia con un niño que enfrenta una enfermedad, compartan este episodio. If you know a family with a child facing a serious illness, share this episode. One conversation can put a child on a team.   Team IMPACT: teamimpact.org Listen on the iHeartRadio app, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch the full interview on YouTube. Follow Gabriela Salas on Instagram: @gabrielasalasoficial   ¿Qué Pasa Boston? is a bilingual podcast and radio show connecting Boston's Latino community with the people and stories shaping our city. Sundays on JAMN 94.5 at 6:30 AM and Rumba 97.7 at 8:00 AM on iHeartMedia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 Years & the Legacy That Changed College Sports
  2. Oct 4

    El Caso de Lindsay Clancy: Se Pudo Haber Prevenido?

    Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio de Que Pasa Boston con Gabriela Salas. En esta ocasion abordamos un tema crucial que afecta profundamente la salud fisica y emocional de la comunidad femenina y latina: los desequilibrios hormonales y el bienestar mental en las diferentes etapas de la vida. Para guiarnos a través de este complejo panorama, nos acompaña el distinguido especialista en medicina integrativa y endocrinologia, el Dr. Jorge Mitch, quien nos visita desde Mexico para hablarnos de temas vitales que muchas veces se silencian por tabues culturales. En este episodio aprenderas sobre: Sindroma de Ovarios Poliquisticos (SOP): Que es, por que afecta a una de cada ocho mujeres, las señales de alerta (como irregularidades menstruales extremas y vello excesivo) y como tratarlo a tiempo. El impacto de los tabues medicos: Por que las mujeres latinas a menudo normalizan el dolor menstrual o la incomodidad y como superar las barreras del idioma y del sistema de salud para buscar ayuda profesional. Maternidad y salud mental: Un analisis profundo y humano sobre el postparto, la depresion postparto, la psicosis perinatal y lecciones medicas cruciales desprendidas de casos de alto impacto como el de Lindsay Clancy en Massachusetts. Prevencion y autocuidado: Cuando acudir al medico de cabecera o especialista, la importancia de evitar la automedicacion (especialmente con farmacos hormonales o anticonceptivos) y la relevancia de la medicina electrica y el apoyo psicologico anual. Ademas, el Dr. Mitch comparte detalles sobre su participacion en el proximo magno evento de PCOS Challenge (organizado en Brigham and Women's Hospital de Boston el 19 de septiembre), orientado a visibilizar y ayudar a mas de 60,000 mujeres con SOP, incluyendo por primera vez paneles educativos en espanol. Contacto y citas medicas con el Dr. Jorge Mitch: Redes Sociales: @drjorgemitch (Instagram, TikTok) Telefono para citas en linea y asesoria: +52 33 3331 223389 ¡Comparte este episodio con tus amigas, familiares y seres queridos para romper el silencio y cuidar nuestra salud juntas! No olvides suscribirte y dejarnos tus reseñas.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    El Caso de Lindsay Clancy: Se Pudo Haber Prevenido?
  3. Sep 28

    De Ecuador a Boston: un doctor que ayuda a inmigrantes

    En este episodio de Qué Pasa Boston, un doctor de NeighborHealth comparte su historia personal y cómo esa experiencia forma parte de una conversación mucho más amplia sobre inmigración, miedo, acceso a la salud y la importancia de que nuestras comunidades conozcan los recursos que tienen disponibles. Hablamos de una realidad que preocupa a muchas familias inmigrantes: ¿qué pasa cuando el miedo o la falta de información hacen que una persona dude antes de buscar atención médica o pedir ayuda? Esta conversación no es solamente sobre inmigración. Es sobre salud, dignidad, comunidad, información y acceso a recursos. 🏥 NEIGHBORHEALTH: RECURSOS PARA NUESTRA COMUNIDAD NeighborHealth lleva más de 50 años sirviendo a East Boston y actualmente ofrece atención y servicios en comunidades de Greater Boston, incluyendo East Boston, South End, Winthrop, Everett y Revere.   Entre sus servicios se encuentran: • Atención médica primaria para adultos • Pediatría y atención para adolescentes • Salud mental y servicios de recuperación • Atención dental • Farmacia • Laboratorio • Radiología • Visión y óptica • Atención de emergencia • Telemedicina • Servicios y programas para adultos mayores • Neighborhood PACE • Recursos comunitarios y apoyo para familias   🤝 RECURSOS COMUNITARIOS E INMIGRACIÓN   El Community Resource & Wellness Center de NeighborHealth, ubicado en East Boston, conecta a miembros de la comunidad con recursos relacionados con: • Servicios de inmigración • Asistencia legal y financiera • Acceso a alimentos • Apoyo para vivienda • Servicios para adultos mayores y personas con discapacidades • Recursos educativos • Opciones de cuidado infantil y programas para padres • Apoyo relacionado con violencia doméstica   📍 Community Resource & Wellness Center 282 Meridian Street East Boston, MA   ☎️ Línea de ayuda: 617-568-4845 Lunes a viernes, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.   🏥 NEIGHBORHEALTH EN EAST BOSTON   📍 20 Maverick Square Boston, MA 02128   📍 10 Gove Street East Boston, MA 02128 Emergency Department disponible 24/7.   📍 282 Meridian Street East Boston, MA 02128 Community Resource & Wellness Center   📍 151 Orleans Street East Boston, MA 02128 Education and Training   NeighborHealth también cuenta con ubicaciones de Neighborhood PACE para adultos mayores y ofrece servicios en otras comunidades de Greater Boston.   ☎️ NeighborHealth: 617-569-5800   🌐 Más información, servicios, ubicaciones y citas: www.neighborhealth.com   💬 UNA CONVERSACIÓN QUE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD NECESITA   La experiencia personal que escucharás en este episodio pertenece a nuestro invitado. Su historia abre una conversación sobre algo que va mucho más allá de una sola persona: el acceso a información y recursos para las comunidades inmigrantes que viven y trabajan en Massachusetts. Si conoces a alguien que podría beneficiarse de esta información, comparte este episodio. Porque a veces compartir un recurso puede cambiar la vida de una familia. 🎙️ Qué Pasa Boston con Gabriela Salas Conversaciones que informan, conectan y dan voz a nuestra comunidad.   ⚠️ Este episodio tiene fines informativos y comunitarios. Las experiencias expresadas por el invitado son personales. Para preguntas sobre su situación migratoria o derechos legales específicos, consulte con un abogado de inmigración u organización legal calificada.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    De Ecuador a Boston: un doctor que ayuda a inmigrantes
  4. Sep 19

    Gov. Maura Healey: ICE Is Making Us Less Safe and there is ONLY ONE way to SOLVE IT.

    "It's ICE that's making us less safe." – Gov. Maura Healey 48 days before Massachusetts chooses its next governor, Gabriela Salas sits down with Governor Maura Healey, the Democratic incumbent seeking reelection, and asks the questions our community asks most: immigration and ICE, rent and housing, energy bills, healthcare, and the new abortion law, explained for families of faith. This is part two of the ¿Qué Pasa Boston? 2026 governor series. Republican nominee Mike Minogue answered direct questions in part one: QPB Full Interview Mike Minogue. Hear both candidates in their own words. Then decide. In this conversation:- What the Protect Act does, and where Healey says ICE must stay out: schools, hospitals, courthouses- Gaby pushes back: "It's still the most expensive state to live in." Healey's housing record and plan- Broker's fees, the $25,000 first-time homebuyer program, and high interest rates- Energy bills: natural gas, a utility audit, and how to ask your utility for a discount program- The legislature audit: the one issue where Healey says she and Minogue agree- Healthcare access, copays, prior authorizations, and maternal mental health- What the new law changes in the last three months of pregnancy, in response to concerns from Latino families of faith- Her biggest challenge for the next four years: inflation, AI, and data centers 💡 TIP FROM THIS EPISODE: Call the number on your gas or electric bill and ask about income-based discount programs. 🗳️ KEY DATES – MASSACHUSETTSRegister to vote: by October 24Early voting: October 17–30Vote-by-mail application: by 5 pm, October 27Election Day: Tuesday, November 3 (7 am – 8 pm)Questions: 1-800-462-VOTE ESPANOL: "Es ICE lo que nos está haciendo menos seguros." – Gobernadora Maura Healey A 48 días de que Massachusetts elija a su próximo gobernador, Gabriela Salas conversa con la Gobernadora Maura Healey, candidata demócrata a la reelección, y le lleva las preguntas que más hace nuestra comunidad: inmigración e ICE, renta y vivienda, facturas de luz y gas, salud, y la nueva ley del aborto, explicada para las familias de fe. Esta es la segunda parte de la serie electoral 2026 de ¿Qué Pasa Boston? El candidato republicano Mike Minogue respondió preguntas directas en la primera parte: Entrevista complete con Mike Minogue. Escucha a ambos candidatos en sus propias palabras. Luego decide tú. En esta conversación:- Qué hace la Ley Protect y dónde, según Healey, ICE no puede entrar: escuelas, hospitales, cortes- Gaby la confronta: "Sigue siendo el estado más caro para vivir." El récord y el plan de vivienda de Healey- Comisiones de corredor, el programa de $25,000 para comprar tu primera casa y las tasas de interés- Facturas de energía: gas natural, auditoría a las empresas de servicios y cómo pedir descuentos- La auditoría a la legislatura: el tema en el que Healey dice coincidir con Minogue- Acceso a la salud, copagos, autorizaciones previas y salud mental materna- Qué cambia la nueva ley en los últimos tres meses del embarazo, ante las preocupaciones de familias latinas de fe- Su mayor reto para los próximos cuatro años: inflación, inteligencia artificial y centros de datos 💡 CONSEJO DE ESTE EPISODIO: Llama al número en tu factura de luz o gas y pregunta por los programas de descuento según tus ingresos. 🗳️ FECHAS CLAVE – MASSACHUSETTSRegistro para votar: hasta el 24 de octubreVotación anticipada: 17–30 de octubreSolicitud de voto por correo: hasta las 5 pm del 27 de octubreDía de elecciones: martes 3 de noviembre (7 am – 8 pm)Preguntas: 1-800-462-VOTE CHAPTERS / CAPÍTULOS 00:00 Intro01:30 Campaigning as governor / Gobernar y hacer campaña02:05 Immigration, ICE & the Protect Act / Inmigración, ICE y la Ley Protect11:00 Housing & affordability / Vivienda y costo de vida13:50 Energy bills & utilities / Facturas de energía18:30 The legislature audit / La auditoría a la legislatura20:10 Healthcare access / Acceso a la salud23:20 The abortion law explained / La ley del aborto explicada28:20 Why your vote matters & the next 4 years / Por qué tu voto importa32:30 AI, data centers & Latino empowerment / IA, centros de datos y empoderamiento latino36:00 Closing / Cierre Rumba 97.7 & JAM'N 94.5 (iHeartMedia) | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube@gabrielasalasoficial #QuePasaBoston #GabrielaSalas #MauraHealey #MassachusettsElection2026 #LatinoVote #YourVoteYourVoice #TuVotoTuVoz #NewEngland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Gov. Maura Healey: ICE Is Making Us Less Safe and there is ONLY ONE way to SOLVE IT.
  5. Sep 6

    They Want Us to Hate Each Other - Mike Minogue - Candidate for Gov of MA

    What happens when a West Point combat veteran, former CEO of a global medical device company, and political outsider steps into the race for Massachusetts governor? In this high-stakes, exclusive episode of Que Pasa Boston, host Gabriela Salas sits down with Mike Minogue to talk head-on about the future of the Commonwealth. Moving past traditional political talking points, Minogue breaks down his economic blueprint targeting the state's massive budget, high energy costs, affordability pressures on working families, and the critical need for absolute government transparency and legislative audits. From analyzing the structural strains on healthcare and public education to addressing community safety and local economic growth, this episode cuts straight to the core of what everyday residents and business leaders face across Massachusetts. Key Takeaways: Government Accountability: Unpacking the push for a full financial audit of the Massachusetts Legislature and budget transparency. Restoring Affordability: Strategies to cut government waste, address high energy utility fees, and ease the cost of living for families. Economic Opportunity & Healthcare: Leveraging executive business experience to retain entrepreneurs, support medical professionals, and revitalize local manufacturing.Listen now on the iHeartRadio app, Omny Studio, or your favorite podcast platform, and make sure to subscribe to Que Pasa Boston for more unfiltered conversations shaping our community. Your voice, your vote, your future & stay informed and engaged today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    They Want Us to Hate Each Other - Mike Minogue - Candidate for Gov of MA
  6. Aug 29

    Why Men Have Stopped Approaching (And How to Actually Find Love in Boston)

    Why are men completely stopping approaching women in Boston? Is modern dating actually broken, or are we playing the wrong game entirely? In this episode of Qué Pasa Boston, we sit down with elite Boston matchmaker Rebecca Lipson to unpack the brutal, unfiltered reality of modern relationships, hookup culture, and the changing rules of attraction in the city. If you’ve ever wondered why dating in Boston feels impossible or why genuine connection is harder than ever to find, this conversation is the wake-up call you need. We dive deep into the psychology of modern romance, what successful singles are doing differently, and the exact mindset shifts required to find high-value love in a hyper-digital world. Key Takeaways & Highlights: 00:00 Why men have stopped approaching women in Boston 03:45 The hidden psychology behind modern dating fatigue 11:20 What a professional matchmaker wishes every single person knew 18:30 How to break the loop of endless swiping and superficial connections 22:15 Rebecca’s ultimate advice for finding genuine love in Boston 🎧 Listen & Connect with Qué Pasa Boston: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielasalasoficial/ iHeart Podcasts: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1248-que-pasa-boston-156776521/ Guest: Rebecca Lipson Host: Gabriela Salas  #QuéPasaBoston #BostonDating #Matchmaker #ModernDating #Relationships #DatingAdvice #Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Why Men Have Stopped Approaching (And How to Actually Find Love in Boston)

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QUE PASA BOSTONYour Direct Connection to Boston's Vibrant Latino CommunityExecutive Producer and Host Gabriela SalasTHE PREMIER MULTICULTURAL PLATFORM IN NEW ENGLANDExperience the power of Boston's most influential bilingual podcast and radio show, endorsed by Governor Maura Healey, Mayor Michelle Wu, David “Big Papi” Ortiz and trusted by our dedicated iHeart listeners. Airing Sundays at 6 AM on Rumba 97.7 and 6:30AM on JAMN 94.5 with podcast availability for extended digital reach.HOSTED BY A GLOBAL LEADERGabriela Salas brings 30+ years of expertise in developing markets for Fortune 500 companies. As a respected community leader and entrepreneur, she has established herself as a trusted voice in multicultural strategies and business development. Her profound connections with A-list celebrities and innovators ensure high-caliber conversations and valuable insights.