Thirty Years Later, Looking Back on Growing up with “Xena”
On September 4, 1995, the first episode of “Xena: Warrior Princess” came out, and my seven-year-old self was immediately captivated.
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5 Must-Read AfroLatino History Books
In the effort to learn about our past – our complete, often untold story – we compiled this list of five must-read AfroLatino history books.
We Need the Voice Behind “Detained,” a Memoir of Child Separation
“Detained” is the first memoir written by a child detained at the U.S.-Mexico border during Trump’s first term.
We’re Officially in Millennial Nostalgia Overload
Hollywood has always had a nostalgia problem – but now that the Millennial generation is looking back? It’s a full-blown crisis.
Before There Was ‘Latino Representation,’ There Was “Salt of the Earth”
At Latina Media Co, Mujeres Problemáticas is where we dissect the media we consume, demand better representation, and celebrate the stories that center Latinas on our terms. In this piece, cultural critic Denise Zubizarreta and writer Stephanie Belk Prats join forces to explore the legacy of the only U.S. film ever blacklisted: Salt of the […]
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 […]
Latinxs Who Are Pure Fuego Over 40
From the newly single Jessica Alba to the internet’s boyfriend Pedro Pascal, Latinx over 40 are muy fuego in more ways than one.
Latina Icons like JLo and Karol G Taught Me Confidence
Latina icons gave me a vision of what confidence could looks like, of bringing my whole self into every setting, not in defiance, but in joy.
“Archive of Unknown Universes” May Just Be Your Next Favorite Beach Read
I expected “Archive of Unknown Universes” to teach me about the Salvadoran Civil War. I didn’t expect it to also be my perfect beach read.
We Need More Latina-Led Conversations about Infertility
Where is the media by Latinas and for Latinas showing women dealing with infertility and not being kept quiet by shame?