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[ENCORE] Ep 18: Protest Jul 26, 2019

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We're on a little summer descanso amores! But in solidarity with la gente de Puerto Rico who are out on the streets, and those fighting for human rights and dignity at the border, we're bringing you this episode from our archives. Protest has always been a necessary tool for changing our worlds into something better - Orange Chupacabra or no - and it's best when music goes along for the ride. Today we tackle protest and music. Songs that tell stories of the ways injustice plays out in our communities, songs about fighting back, and some more...unexpected selections, showing us that small acts of resistance are everywhere. Featuring music by Ana Tijoux, Aventura, La Santa Cecilia, Luis Enrique, Lido Pimienta and Nire. Show notes: bit.ly/2y7phjn

Ep 88: Bad Bunny & J Balvin's OASIS Jul 05, 2019

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A duo of urbano titans dropped OASIS on us last week - a major flex from two artists at the top of their game. Pero does it make the explosive landing that they hoped? What does it mean for two white/light Latino men to be claiming to represent Latinx culture at the moment? Will any of these tracks kill at the club? Featuring music by Bad Bunny & J Balvin. Show notes: http://bit.ly/2JpF820 Also this is our last episode before our summer break bbs! We will have a special playa playlist to keep you company while we're away, sign up for our email list below to receive it. And we'll be back with new episodes at the end of the summer. Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Ep 87: Listener Picks Jun 28, 2019

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It's your turn bbs! This week we're sharing the music YOU love, and we even get to hear some of your super cute voices and stories. Turns out ya'll have v good taste! We've got Andean anti-colonial ballads, Puerto Rican reggaeton hits, Xicanx soul Rock n Roll y mucho más. Your picks are as eclectic as ours! Featuring music by Oscura Luna, Luis Abanto Morales, Guaynaa, Ana Tijoux, Francisca Valenzuela and As Bahias e a Cozinha Mineira. Show notes: http://bit.ly/2KJy5UZ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Ep 86: Orgullo Jun 21, 2019

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Feliz Pride beibis! This orgullo szn we want to bring you another selection of LGBTQ identified artists who are making gorgeous sounds porque hay muchxs!!! Contrary to some publications that will crown a (as far as we know) straight cis dude a queer Latinx icon porque se pinta las uñas, we believe that *actually* queer and trans Latinx musicians deserve that shine. So aquí están, some amazing queer and trans artists for you to start digging into. Featuring music by Albita, Linn Da Quebrada, Anaís Azul, Gina Chavez, Sailorfag and Elysia Crampton. We're running a summer sale! Our Cardi totes are only $15 (down from $20). And if you've been meaning to get a pin, they're almost sold out! Grab one today: bit.ly/TiendaRM Show notes: radiomenea.com/blog/2019/06/20/episode-86-orgullo/ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Ep 85: Argentina Jun 14, 2019

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Esta semana, we take a deep dive into the music of Argentina -- with an accidental yet very welcome focus on las mujeres! Our friend/favorite Argentine and former Alt.Latino co-host Jasmine Garsd is our special invitada and guest DJ. From tango, to cumbia, to tropical punk, Jas brings us un poco de todo. Join us to learn about literature recommendations to pair with each musical selection (!!!), the growing role of feminism in Argentine society, and exactly how we all feel about horror in literature and film (spoiler alert: nos da mucho miedo). Featuring music by Tita Merello, Kumbia Queers, Juana Molina, Miss Bolivia, J Mena Baron, Paula Maffia, and Sofia Rei. Show notes: http://bit.ly/2WFmjBn Follow Jasmine: twitter.com/JasGarsd n.pr/2ZjQXwS Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea tinyletter.com/RadioMenea

Ep 84: All the New Albums Jun 07, 2019

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Llegó el verano fam, and with it so much new música! This week we have our faves for you, from perreo duro to rich electronic textures, and we may or may not have decided that Maluma is Easy Listening Reggaeton. I mean...si o no? Featuring music by Maluma, Jacob Forever, Fuego, Tito El Bambino, Tomasa del Real, DJ Blass, Maicol Superstar and Vanessa Carrion Upson de Harper. Show notes: radiomenea.com/blog/2019/06/07/episode-84-all-the-new-albums/ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

[Encore] Ep 25: Spanglish May 31, 2019

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Today's encore episode se trata de that perfect mezcla de inglés and spanish–spanglish! Some of our favorite songs mix these two languages in clever, funny, and straight up artful ways. Ponte redi for a wild spanglish pari! Featuring music by Maluca, Mellow Man Ace, Wisin y Yandel, Prince Royce, N.O.R.E. and El Nene La Amenaza. Show notes: radiomenea.com/blog/2017/03/24/episode-25-spanglish/ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

Ep 83: DR Diary May 24, 2019

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Strap on your seat belts, amores, you're coming with us to the Dominican Republic! This week's episode is the last in our DR series. From last minute bus rides to photoshoots to bachata under the full moon, listen in to hear about our amazing trip and some of the incredible music we enjoyed along the way. Featuring music by Marino Castellanos, Liro Shaq, Ala Jaza, Antony Santos and Wason Brazoban. Show notes: bit.ly/2JX1uJU Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

Ep 82: La Pajarita La Paul May 17, 2019

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The second in our trio of episodes recorded on a whirlwind trip to the Dominican Republic, esta semana we bring you a sit down with La Pajarita La Paul. Extravagante, llamativa, and so so fun, Pajarita is a queer DR sensation who's harnessed social media virality and shaped it into a thriving and growing music career. Tune in to hear more about how they got started, their collaborations and inspirations, and what's next. Ah! And put your bilingual hats on - este episodio switches off entre inglés y español! Featuring music by La Pajarita La Paul and La Materialista. Show notes: radiomenea.com/blog/2019/05/17/episode-82-la-pajarita-la-paul/ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

Ep 81: Meet MULA May 10, 2019

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Esta semana, a very special treat. In one of a series of episodes from Pérez and Vero's viaje a la República Dominicana, we sit down with electro-Caribbean darlings MULA. In a full episode en español, we chat with Cristabel, Anabel, and Rachel about how they met, the whirlwind magia of their artistic process, their collaborations, and projects to come. Están redi?? Featuring music by MULA, Sibylle Baier, Tokischa ft Tivi Gunz, and Los Melodicos Show notes: bit.ly/2HiCHgn Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

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