Origins of the Telenovela
Drama, deceit, romance, and plot twists are a few ingredients of a Telenovela, a cultural phenomenon that started in Latin America and quickly took over the world. Telenovelas are serial dramas that often air during prime time, attracting a great number of viewers. If the story is successful, these shows can run for a hundred […]
Five Songs That Became Hits Thanks to a Telenovela
We all have that memory of sitting in front of the TV watching the current telenovela with our tías, hermanas, or abuelas. Sometimes, we were too young to understand the melodrama, but we stayed quiet and enjoyed the time with them — a memory that is so sealed in the Latino community. As important as […]
The Japanese Chicano Subculture You Probably Didn’t Know About
From Selena to lowriders, Chicano Culture oozes with some of the coolest, timeless aesthetics and styles that Latinx pop culture has to offer – and Japan is taking notice! Chicano Subculture in Japan Nagoya, Japan, the nation’s automotive industry center, is bursting with a Chicano and Chicana-inspired subculture that features lowriders, fashion, and makeup representatives […]
Horses and Cowboys, Another Cultural Symbol From Mexico
The classic image of the white American cowboy is a staple of our culture. Whether it’s John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, or the Marlboro Man, we are convinced these powerful cowboy symbols are as American as apple pie but, in fact, they are not. Horses and cowboys actually come from Mexico. Ranchos After the arrival of […]
Was Punk Invented in Peru?
When we hear the word Punk, the first things we often associate with it are the iconic punk bands that popularized the genre, such as The Ramones, Blondie, Sex Pistols, and The Clash — to name a few. But it turns out that the movement that defined an entire generation of teens aghast and rebellion […]
Five Afro-Latino Leaders That Changed U.S. History
The African-American community has suffered violence, rights violations, and discrimination for centuries. Thanks to activists like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, the world has shaped into a place where all people, no matter race or gender, are treated equally and have the same opportunities. The history of the Afro-Latino community is no different. […]
Freedom Tower Is One of Miami’s Most Beloved and Famous Historic Sites
Credit: Shutterstock Miami’s most iconic and historic downtown building, The Freedom Tower, also known as La Torre de la Libertad, is deeply connected to the Cuban-American community and their exodus from Communist Cuba. Built in 1925 and based on the Giralda Tower design of the Cathedral of Seville, the 17-story building initially served as the […]
This L.A. Ballroom is Famous for its Eclectic Latino Music History
Located in the historic Boyle Heights community of Los Angeles, The Paramount (formerly The Paramount Ballroom), is considered a cultural music melting pot for L.A. Latinos since 1949. It was relaunched as a dance studio directed by Eduardo Cansino, a Spanish-born American dancer/actor, and father of actress Rita Hayworth. Since its postwar rebirth, the vibrant […]
This East L.A. High School is Famous for its World Renown Math Teacher
One of history’s most famous teachers once taught the world a universal lesson about grit, resilience and hope from East L.A.’s James A. Garfield High School. His name was Jaime Escalante, and his story, captured in the poignant 1988 film “Stand and Deliver” continues to inspire educators and students alike today. Escalante’s fame came in […]
Sofia Jirau: First Victoria’s Secret Model with Down Syndrome
Credit: INSTAGRAM @VICTORIASSECRET Jirau, a Puerto Rican woman with Down Syndrome, always dreamt of being a famous model. Thanks to her drive, her dreams have come true. “One day I dreamed of it, I worked on it and today it is a dream come true. I can finally tell you my big secret,” the Puerto […]
Priscila Coronado: The First Latina President of The Harvard Law Review
Credit: Lorin Granger/HLS Staff Photographer Priscila Coronado, daughter of Mexican immigrants, has made history as the first Latina president of the most prestigious law journals in the United States, The Harvard Law Review. The first in her family to attend college, Coronado says she wanted to “work hard to show how being a Latina is […]