The Vecinos Podcast

The Vecinos Collective

This podcast gives Latinx ERG leaders a platform to speak about issues which are important to them within the community and culture. The result being these conversations will better inform Latinx and non-Latinx listeners as to the current climate from professionals in the industry.

Episodes

  1. 07/13/2021

    The Vecinos Podcast Episode #09: A Puppet Festival Comes Back to Life

    In this episode, we interview Dr. Manuel Antonio Moran, the Founder and General Producer of the International Puppet Fringe Festival in New York City aka Puppet Fringe NYC. Dr. Moran is also the founder and CEO Of Teatro Sea, The Premiere Bilingual Arts-in-Education Organization and Latino Children’s Theatre In The United States. We discuss Dr. Moran’s career path, what motivated him to pursue theater and his journey to creating Puppet Fringe NYC. The Festival had its first run in 2018 and was very well received in the community. It was set to return in 2020 until the pandemic and the lockdowns hit. We discuss how this affected the festival organizers, producers, and the community of artists who perform in the fest and how it was ultimately able to bounce back. As theaters begin to reopen, the festival is now set to return with a unique slate of programming onsite August 11th - 15th and virtual and onsite programming August 16th - 31st. Check out the festival website for more information: http://puppetfringenyc.com/

    44 min

  2. 03/10/2021

    The Vecinos Podcast Episode #08: Addressing Mental Health During Difficult Times

    Addressing Mental Health During Difficult Times: A Look At The Challenges and Solutions For Latinx Communities The Covid 19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on Hispanic/Latinx communities and is leading to an increase in mental health issues. Many have lost their jobs and are facing severe financial struggles. Many have also had to deal with the death of a family member. Latinos are 3 times more likely to be infected with Covid-19 and 5 times more likely to be hospitalized. According to data from the CDC and the Census Bureau, more than 40 percent of Latinos have frequently experienced symptoms of anxiety or depression in January of 2021. In this episode, we look at some of the reasons why mental health is such a difficult issue for Latinx communities and the disparities they face in getting access to good quality health care and treatment. We’ll discuss how the pandemic and the economic fallout have led to a surge in mental health issues stemming from unemployment, businesses shutting down, childcare issues, food shortages, and how these issues have also compounded already existing difficulties within communities struggling with substance and domestic abuse, immigration issues, and even political strife. We’ll examine solutions and approaches health care providers can take to help address some of the barriers Hispanic/Latinx communities face in getting access to good care and discuss tips and resources families can use to help cope with ongoing mental health issues. MODERATOR: Erica Sandoval (President - National Association of Social Workers - NYC Chapter) PANELIST #1: Dr. Claire Green-Forde (Executive Director - National Association of Social Workers- NYC Chapter) PANELIST #2: Luisa Lopez (President - Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund, Inc.) PANELIST #3: Gisselle Pardo (Co-Executive Director - Nido De Esperanza)

    1h 2m

  3. 01/29/2021

    Episode #7 "The Tipping Scale Pt. 2 The Historic Role Of Latinos In The 2020 Election

    We kick off our second season of the VECINOS podcast with part 2 of "The Tipping Scale: The Latinx Impact of the 2020 U.S. Election."   With President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration now behind us, Vecinos explores how the historic Latino voter turnout impacted the outcome of the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election.   In 2020, Americans learned something we as Latinos already know: We are not a monolith. We cannot be simplified because we hail from more than a dozen different countries with different cultures and political traditions, which have shaped the way we think politically and the causes we care about. Yet this past November, many were stunned to see how in places like Texas and Florida, Donald Trump made significant gains amongst Latinos. Yet in Arizona, Latinos helped deliver the state for Biden and helped flip a Senate seat from red to blue.  Tune in to learn how Latinos helped deliver Biden's historic victory and we'll look at why Democrats came up short in Florida.  We'll also explore how grassroots organizations mobilized the Latino vote, the role Latinos played in Georgia's hugely consequential runoff elections, and what all of this means for the future of Latino politics. MODERATOR: Yahaira Jacquez (Report & Producer @ Thomson Reuters) PANELIST #1: Brianna Carmen (Director of Organizing & Partnerships @ Voto Latino Foundation) PANELIST #2: Nicole Acevedo (Reporter @ NBC News) PANELIST #3: Ramon Chavez (Community Organizer @ Aqui Se Vota)

    50 min
  4. The Vecinos Podcast Episode #06 "Targeting the Latinx Audience"

    11/24/2020

    The Vecinos Podcast Episode #06 "Targeting the Latinx Audience"

    In our sixth and final episode of season 1, we discuss the best ways to target a Latinx audience. When working with companies internationally, there’s an expectation that you will always make an effort to understand the language and cultural differences among various countries and cultures, but the U.S. that is not always the case especially with the Latinx market. Our panel will give you some best practices as understanding the difference between Hispanic and Latino, being aware of regional differences, considering generational/cultural gaps while tailoring marketing tactics, using Hispanic talent, including Hispanic culture in ads and being consistent with your message. Adrian Arredondo (Creative Producer, Spotify) David Puente (Communications Specialist, Clarity Media Group) Jonatan Zinger (SVP of Insights, M8) Jessica Diaz-Hurtado (Podcast Editor, Spotify)

    44 min
  5. The Vecinos Podcast Episode #05 (Part 2) "Black Lives Matter & Latinx Communities"

    11/04/2020

    The Vecinos Podcast Episode #05 (Part 2) "Black Lives Matter & Latinx Communities"

    In our fifth episode, we continue the discussion on the Black experience in Latin America. We will provide important historical background and transition into contemporary issues impacting us today including addressing racial discrimination, mestizaje and colorism. We will review their genesis and effects, as well as the current Black Lives Movement. Our goal is to help our audience begin the work of unpacking and confronting these realities and experiences and also to provide tools to engage these conversations within our homes and communities. These panels will also serve as an opportunity to address these issues in our respective industries and business environments.

    45 min
  6. The Vecinos Podcast: Episode #4 (Part 1) "Race & Colorism Among Latinx: A Brief History"

    10/26/2020

    The Vecinos Podcast: Episode #4 (Part 1) "Race & Colorism Among Latinx: A Brief History"

    In our fourth episode, we engage in a 2-part discussion on the Black experience in Latin America. We will provide important historical background and transition into contemporary issues impacting us today including addressing racial discrimination, mestizaje and colorism. We will review their genesis and effects, as well as the current Black Lives Movement. Our goal is to help our audience begin the work of unpacking and confronting these realities and experiences and also to provide tools to engage these conversations within our homes and communities. These panels will also serve as an opportunity to address these issues in our respective industries and business environments.

    43 min
  7. The Vecinos Podcast: Episode #3 "The Tipping Scale: The Latinx Impact of the 2020 U.S. Election"

    10/15/2020

    The Vecinos Podcast: Episode #3 "The Tipping Scale: The Latinx Impact of the 2020 U.S. Election"

    In our third VECINOS episode, our discussion will focus on why the Latino vote is so important. The 2020 election marks the first time Latinos will be the largest racial or ethnic minority in the electorate, with 32 million eligible voters. The combination of Latinos making up a larger share of the electorate and turning out in higher numbers - like they did in 2018 - could have a huge impact in 2020. Especially because in battleground states like Florida and Arizona - they make up a significant portion of the population. But will Latinos show up and vote in this most important election, especially with how the coronavirus pandemic has disproportionately affected Latino communities. Tune in to find out. MODERATOR: Yahaira Jacquez  (Reporter & Producer @ Thomson Reuters) PANELIST #1: Brianna Carmen (Director of Organizing & Partnerships @ Voto Latino Foundation) PANELIST #2: Mariana Atencio (Journalist, Author, Speaker and Co-founder @ GoLike ) PANELIST #3: Cynthia Lopez (Executive Director of New York Women in Film & Television)

    48 min
  8. The Impact of COVID-19 on the Latinx Community

    10/06/2020

    The Impact of COVID-19 on the Latinx Community

    In our second VECINOS episode, our discussion will focus on the impact of Covid-19 on the Latinx community. The spread of the virus has exposed many of the systemic problems Latinx communities face with lack of access to health care and social inequities making them more vulnerable. The topics will include the disproportionately negative health impact on Latinx communities, the impact on Latinx businesses, the shift in behavior of Latinx consumers in social networks and media consumption, the changes to family dynamics, the impact on community organizing, Black Lives Matter and issues it has raised among Latinos, and the ways in which corporations and individuals can work to better understand the effects of Covid-19 on the Latinx community and what they can do to help. MODERATOR: Esperanza Teasdale (VP and General Manager, Hispanic Business Unit for North America Beverages at PepsiCo) PANELIST #1: Stacie de Armas (SVP, Diverse Consumer Insights & Initiatives, DE&I Practice at Nielsen and Author of the Nielsen Latinx Report) PANELIST #2: Annette Perfetti (Associate Strategy Director, Customer Engagement at Ogilvy) PANELIST #3: Alexis Mena (Creative Director and Co-founder of Universe City)

    44 min
  9. The Importance of the 2020 U.S. Census

    09/28/2020

    The Importance of the 2020 U.S. Census

    In our first VECINOS episode, we will have an in-depth discussion about the importance of filling out the U.S. Census. The topics will range from the first Federal Population Census taken in 1790 to 1980 when the first Hispanic origin question was added. The importance of filling out the Census will help determine congressional representation in cities with large Latinx populations, understanding the characteristics and the experience we are having economically. The Census will also help the government create policy to address issues like poverty, allocate school resources and voting rights. Lastly, we will address the fears the information collected by the Census will be used to deport illegal immigrants.  MODERATOR: Cristina Gonzalez (Director of Operation and Security Awareness lead for InfoSec at S&P Global) PANELIST #1: Jeff T. Behler (Director for the Census Bureau’s NY Regional Office) PANELIST #2: Mark Hugo Lopez (Director of Global Migration and Demography at Pew Research Center)

    27 min
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This podcast gives Latinx ERG leaders a platform to speak about issues which are important to them within the community and culture. The result being these conversations will better inform Latinx and non-Latinx listeners as to the current climate from professionals in the industry.

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  • Creator
    The Vecinos Collective
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © The Vecinos Collective
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