THE COLLAZO SHOW: HOST RAFAEL "RAY" COLLAZO

Rafael "Ray" Collazo
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The Collazo Show brings you to the intersection of leadership, politics and cultura. Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo shares cutting edge commentary and Philly Rican energy to conversations with the newsmakers, advocates and creatives that are saving our democracy and moving the culture.

  1. Aug 31

    We Didn't Need Bad Bunny After All

    Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo recaps Bad Bunny's "Cerramos En Casa" shows to wrap up his historic "Debi Tirar Mas Fotos" mega tour. Collazo analyzez Bunny's opening show monologue and the profound lessons those words should teach us all.  Besides the shows' messaging, Collazo reflects on the overall concerts. Find out what special appearance Collazo waited over a year for and why it completed the musical collaborations that have highlighted Bad Bunny's career.  On politics, Collazo reveals the most important content your political messaging needs to use to persuade people to vote. And Ray's sister Jessica makes a special appearance to discuss the impact of Dolly Parton. RIP Dolly.  Subcribe to "The Collazo Show Podcast" for conversations and analysis at the intersection of leadership, politics y cultura anywhere you can listen to a podcast.

  2. Aug 18

    It's Not Even 76 Days

    Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo breaks down the electoral landscape with 76 days to go before election day. Collazo does a deep dive into his analysis of the chances for Democrats to flip the House and Senate. Listen for the keys districts that will determine which party controls Congress and why the Latino Vote will determine who wins the House. In the Senate, Texas will be the bellweather race to determine which party controls the Senate and the tejano vote is critical to that story. Collazo breaks down the fundamentals of the Texas Senate race and why we need to focus more Gina HInojosa's candidacy for Governor.  Subscribe to "The Collazo Show Podcast" anywhere you an listen to a podcast.

  3. Aug 13

    They Killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo Five Weeks Ago

    Welcome back to "The Collazo Show." Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo reflects on the five weeks since Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was killed by I.C.E. Collazo shares his thoughts on Salgado's legacy and how his death symbolizes the horrors of this era. Collazo traveled to Houston for a recent public hearing on this tragedy. Learn what Collazo observed by having a front seat to Latino Civil Rights history as he heard gut wrenching testimony by the Salgado brothers, the Houston District Attorney and leaders from LULAC and the local church. Collazo provides guidance on what you can do to keep the crisis of lawless I.C.E. enforcement front and center and help hold them accountable. Collazo also shares an update to the show format. Subscribe to "The Collazo Show" on Substack, @TheCollazoShow on YouTube and "The Collazo Show Podcast" anywhere you can listen.

  4. Jun 8 ·  Video

    Who Are The Real Criminals? Plus, the Families That Matter

    Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo on how the word "criminal" is weaponized to gaslight us. From Delaney to Congress, the word is used to justify illegal behavior, including a historic theft of our tax money. Collazo shares what he believes is the real story behind these ICE Concentration Camps and the bigger question we must ask ourselves. Collazo gives us "March To The Midterms" updates from California to Texas and highlights three families that teach us what we all need for success. Subscribe to The Collazo Show on Substack, on YouTube @thecollazoshow and The Collazo Show Podcast anywhere you can listen!

  5. May 28 ·  Video

    Delaney Hall And The Sisters Of SA

    Delaney Hall And The Sisters Of SA Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo gives us an update on the ongoing protests inside and outside the Delaney ICE Detention Center in Newark, NJ. Collazo shares his political analysis of this moment and what bigger lesson it teaches us about our country. This moment speaks to a larger truth that we must confront to stop dying off as a global power and cohesive society. Shoutout to Kevin Ortega-Rojas for this critical journalism on the ground at Delaney. UNIDOSUS just released their 2026 Midterms Report UnidosUS Bipartisan Poll of Hispanic Voters: The Road to the 2026 Midterms. Collazo shares what opportunity this opens up for Democrats and what they need to do to truly empower, not just engage, the Latino community this cycle and beyond.   Collazo also shoutouts the Sisters giving South Texas hope and emerging Puerto Rican music star, RaiNao, who just released her new album Marcria and her Tiny Desk concert this past week.

  6. May 14 ·  Video

    Meet The Candidates: Mayra Rivera-Vazquez

    "The Collazo Show" host Rafael "Ray" Collazo welcomes Mayra Rivera-Vazquez to the show. Rivera-Vazquez is a Democratic primary candidate in the South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. Vazquez-Rivera shares the impact of her lifetime of service "between Caguas and Carolina." She shares the lessons of mentors like Congressman Jim Clyburn and the reaction she is receiving from voters during her historic run to become the first Latina to ever serve in U.S. Congress. Don't miss this energizing conversation!

  7. May 8

    Gut Punch To Our Democracy; Puerto Rican Polarity

    Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo analyzes the impact of the attacks to our voting rights in the immediate aftermath of the recent SCOTUS decision that largely dismantles the Voting Rights Act. Collazo drills down on how this decision and ongoing alledged political corruption are impacting the Puerto Rican community on the island and throughout the diaspora. Collazo shares why the success and legacy of two guys named Jose Ortiz exemplify the character and impact of Puerto Ricans. He also reflects on his recent collaborations with the National Puerto Rican Agenda and UnidosUS affiliate network. Subscribe to #TheCollazoShowPodcast anywhere you can listen to a podcast!

  8. Apr 30 ·  Video

    Meet The Candidates: Carol Obando-Derstine

    The Collazo Show welcomes Carol Obando-Derstine to kick off our "Meet The Candidates" series.  Obando-Derstine is a candidate to become the Democratic nominee for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District. The 7th Congressional District is one of the hottest Congressional races in the country and is seen as a bell-weather for state and national politics. Obando Derstine would become the first Hispanic member of Congression from Pennsylvania. Learn more about Obando-Derstine's incredible personal story and plans to revitalize the Lehigh Valley's economy and cleanse the toxicity in our national politics. Support Obando-Derstine in her upcoming election on May 19th and Subscribe to THE COLLAZO SHOW PODCAST!

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The Collazo Show brings you to the intersection of leadership, politics and cultura. Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo shares cutting edge commentary and Philly Rican energy to conversations with the newsmakers, advocates and creatives that are saving our democracy and moving the culture.

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