Jimmy Kimmel Was Censored – Now What?
For Latine viewers, comedians, and communities, Kimmel going off air especially hurts but there’s plenty we can do.
Ingrid Cruz
Ingrid Cruz is a freelance writer and independent filmmaker. You can follow her writing, sarcasm, and musings on Twitter or Instagram: @ingridquerubina.
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Stephen Colbert “Late Show” Cancellation and Free Speech
The Stephen Colbert Late Show cancellation sent shockwaves through the comedy world — and triggered a powerful wave of support for political satire and free speech. The Late Show’s cancellation was supposed to scare comedians and audiences who enjoy political humor. Instead, many are fighting back. Stephen Colbert announced The Late Show’s cancellation on July […]
4 Takeaways from Senator Cory Booker’s Filibuster
Senator Cory Booker’s filibuster addressed our fears and showed some leadership out of the Democratic party. Let’s learn from his actions.
Immigrants Are More Than Our Labor
Growing up, I was taught that my family of immigrants brought me to the U.S. to work, to labor, to take advantage of this country’s opportunities. This message was often echoed in the news, at church, and in pop culture. I still remember the scene in Selena where Edward James Olmos tells Jennifer Lopez that […]
“But What Will People Say?” Helps Immigrant Communities Build Mental Health
Immigrant communities are facing mental health issues. Thankfully, there are resources like Sahaj Kaur Kohli’s “But What Will People Say?”
Maria Bamford and Husband Scott Explore Grief While Telling Their Love Story
“Hogbook and Lazer Eyes,” the graphic novela by Maria Bamford and Scott Marvel Cassidy explores grief, love, and the value of therapy.
The Essential Role of Chisme in “Bridgerton”
“Bridgerton” may not have any Latinos in it, but that doesn’t mean we don’t see ourselves in it, particularly in its celebration of chisme.
Q+A with Karla Tatiana Vásquez, Author of “The SalviSoul Cookbook”
“The SalviSoul Cookbook” by Karla Tatiana Vásquez features the stories of women who contributed along with great recipes and photography.
UPDATE: “Netflix is a Joke” Features More Latinas
Taking place this weekend, “Netflix is a Joke” fest recently announced more Latinas joining the lineup and we’re here to celebrate them.
“AlRawabi School for Girls” Gives Us Non-Western Empowered Girls
Netflix’s “AlRawabi School for Girls” helps us better understand what it is to be a young woman today in Jordan and beyond.