The Daughter Who Leaves and Latino Family Expectations
“Roma” and “Encanto” are stories of Latino family expectations, memory, and change, but what stayed with me was something simpler: presence.
Justicia and Cultura
Casual Viewing, “East of Eden,” and the Attention Economy
The attention economy is ravaging our ability to think critically – and consume works of art like “East of Eden.”
We Shouldn’t Need a Fictional President to Save Puerto Rico
There are a few shows that comfort the soul. The West Wing is one of them. Currently, while I sit in the Archipelago of Puerto Rico, I dream of a leader like Jed Bartlett and his competent crew. I have already made it through today’s power shortage. I hope there’s no more. I currently have […]
Hollywood is in its Consolidation Era, but We Can Fight Back
Consolidation in Hollywood demands our attention. It’s not just an unfair commercial environment – it’s an attack on diversity and democracy.
TheaterEars Help More Latinos Go to the Movies
Millions of Latinos don’t go to the movies because of the language barrier. Thankfully, there’s an app for that – TheaterEars.
The “Luck” of Immigrant Women in Entertainment
As an immigrant woman, my career in the entertainment industry is not built on luck. More like persistence, adaptability, and sacrifice.
Why I’m Rejecting the Telenovela Script Around Love
I grew up on telenovelas, but I’m no longer centering my life around finding love – that script does not serve me, you, or women in general.
8 TV Shows to Help Talk to Your Friends About Social Justice
Let’s face it: it’s not easy to talk to apolitical loved ones about why getting involved. But watching TV together? That you can do.
Ana Paula Maia and the Booker Prize’s History of Nominating Latinos
Ana Paula Maia’s International Booker nomination is one more indication that LATAM culture is on the rise globally.
The 2026 Santa Fe International Literary Festival Centered POC Wisdom
As a local, I went into the 2026 Santa Fe International Literary Festival cautiously optimistic. I left blown away.