The Barbie Telenovela Crossover Was Formative for Latinas
Both Barbies and telenovelas peaked at the turn of the millennium, leading to an implosion of feminine world-building for Latinas like me.
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“Los Espookys” is the Perfect Show for this Ironic, Faux Start of Fall
Before the days get too short and your TV options too vast, spend a few hours enjoying “Los Espookys.” It’s the antidote to this moment.
Not Reading Elizabeth Acevedo? Here’s Why You Should
The literary establishment may ignore Latinas, we saw the door open (just a creak!), thanks to Elizabeth Acevedo’s “The Poet X” and “With the Fire on High.”
Dolor y Esperanza: Finding Hope after El Paso
In fear and frustration. Under attack. After El Paso, we find hope as more women of color, trans and nonbinary people rise up.
“Vida:” The Millenial, Latina, Queer Show of Our Dreams
The second season of “Vida”is available to stream on the Starz app Thursday, May 23 with episodes airing weekly on the Starz network starting Sunday, May 26. The first season is available now on Starz and via the Hulu add-on. Warning: spoilers ahead. The second season of Starz’ Vida is out this week and I’m so excited. If […]
“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’s” Valencia Is Who Latinas Need to See on TV
Crazy Ex-Girlfriend brought wit, perception, and whimsy to issues as varied as mental health, our culture’s obsession with romance, and, of course, gender norms. I’ll certainly miss it and I won’t be the only one. Of its many achievements, the show’s commitment to portraying the diversity of our communities is one of my favorites. I’ve frequented towns […]