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The Revolución Podcast
Author: Kathryn Garcia Castro, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra, Court Stroud
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The Revolución Podcast examines cultural trends in media, entertainment and advertising. Hosted by advertising professional Kathryn Garcia Castro, thought leader and consumer researcher Linda Lane Gonzalez, ad agency executive Diego Lastra, and writer Court Stroud, each episode aims to inform, entertain and inspire audiences—Hispanics and non-Hispanics alike—through interviews of experts, newsmakers and celebrities. Guests include Gloria Estefan, Maria Hinojosa, Andrés Cantor, Don Francisco (Mario Luis Kreutzberger), and Edward James Olmos.
"Ours is a revolution of mind and heart ... " -Cesar Chavez
"Ours is a revolution of mind and heart ... " -Cesar Chavez
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In this episode, we delve into the career of Marie Leguizamo, the Managing Director of Banijay Mexico and U.S. Hispanic where she is producing some highly successful shows like LOL: Last One Laughing and Temptaion Island Mexico.Court Stroud, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro discuss Marie's strategic vision for expanding Banijay's presence in Mexico and U.S. Hispanic and her commitment to creating authentic, culturally rich programming that appeals to diverse audiences. Marie also shares her insights on the unique challenges and opportunities within the Hispanic and Mexican television sectors, including the importance of female representation behind the camera and how the industry is evolving in response to shifting demographics and viewer preferences. You will also hear Marie's personal journey to becoming a prominent leader at one of the world’s largest content production companies and her ambassadorship in the accelerator "Launch" at Banijay which aims to empower emerging women creators. Thank you to Emily Bruno, Ana Paula Sleeman and Camila Velayos at H&M COMMUNICATIONS for their help in arranging this episode.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
In this episode of The Revolución Podcast, cohosts Kathryn Garcia Castro and Court Stroud talk with Joe Bernard who candidly shares how his eagerness to find a purpose at the age of 18 started him out in the ad industry by chance – but also how he has not only survived but also thrived the madcap and sometimes cutthroat media world. The New Jersey resident also shares about how he keeps his Puerto Rican roots alive and why he sees it vital to pass his heritage on to his three children.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Mental health advocate Carmen Cusido is the author of the book "Coping With Eating Disorders" and has contributed to NBC News, CNN, and NPR. In this episode of The Revolución during Mental Health Awareness month, the proud Cuban American talks with co-hosts Kathryn Garcia Castro and Court Stroud about her personal journey, courageously sharing her past mental health challenges. As a respected journalist, Carmen’s candid conversations and heartfelt reflections, offer invaluable insights into the cultural, societal, and personal factors that shape mental wellness within the Latina community. By sharing her story with honesty and vulnerability, Carmen not only breaks down barriers but also inspires others to seek support, embrace self-care and find hope in their own struggles. Join us as we explore Carmen Cusido's resilience, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to destigmatizing mental health conversations. Click here for more on Camen Cusido's work and follow her on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. If you are feeling alone and having thoughts of suicide—whether or not you are in crisis—or know someone who is, don’t remain silent. Talk to someone you can trust through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 or chat the lifeline.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Aquilino Gonell arrived in the United States from the Dominican Republic as a young boy. Determined to be a success story, he joined the army to pay for college and served his adopted country in Iraq. Upon his return, Gonell landed a position with the United States Capitol Police and rose to the rank of sergeant. In this episode of The Revolución, Gonell talks with co-hosts Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra, Kathryn Garcia Castro, and Court Stroud about what he saw during the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The brutal injuries Gonell sustained that day ended his career in law enforcement. The American patriot also speaks about his new book, American Shield: The Immigrant Sergeant Who Defended Democracy, which former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi calls “an all-American tale of duty and determination.” Thanks to Susan Shapiro for her help in arranging this interview.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
In the newly-released novel The Silence in Her Eyes, each chapter ends as soon as the protagonist blinks. Leah lives with a rare vision disease—she can’t see movement, although her other senses are heightened. Armando Lucas Correa is the world-renowned author of The German Girl, which has been translated into 17 languages. Born in Cuba, the father of three served as Editor-in-Chief for magazine “People en Español.” In this episode of The Revolución podcasts, co-hosts Court Stroud and Kathryn Garcia Castro talk with Correa about his new book and his creative process.Thank you to Gena Lanzi, Senior Publicist at Atria Books a division of Simon & Schuster, for her help in arranging this interview. For more on about Armando Lucas Correa, visit his website or social media, such as Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter) and LinkedIn.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris writes a delicious book about the sounds and sensations of cooking with her grandmother sharing the love of plantains and helps readers connect to the heart of Latin kitchens. This book also taps into the love from ancestors through recipes. Very few books have touched on the subject and also present The Bronx in a positive light. Plantains are a food consumed all around the world which bring love and family together. This book, "Platanos Are Love,” tells the story of history, culture and time spent with family. Alyssa is Dominican/Puerto Rican, grew up in The Bronx and didn't learn to read until she was in fourth grade. She owes her political science interest and efforts in pushing literacy to her Grandmother who was always watching the news, creating commentary and the original storyteller in the household.From The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro, thank you to Nicole Valdez, Senior Manager of Publicity at Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing for her help in arranging this interview. For more on Author, Alyssa Reynoso-Morris vist: https://www.alyssaauthor.com/ and Illustrator, Mariyah Rahman visit Instagram
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Rachel Strauss has comedy in her blood. Her family’s natural comedian, Strauss discovered at an early age that she could make people laugh by mimicking the those around her. Growing up Jewish and Dominican was also a good source of material for this Brooklyn-raised entertainer.Today, she's celebrating winning the Signal Awards Best Comedy Show category for her podcast Latinos Out Loud, where she calls her listeners “LOLELEROS.” (The Signal Awards celebrate the world’s best podcasts.) Rachel’s success hasn’t come overnight. She pursued sketch comedy after 18 years in corporate America working for companies like Heineken, Latina Magazine and People en Español. Her story will inspire you to go out there to pursue your dreams. With The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Court Stroud, Linda Lane Gonzalez and Kathryn Garcia Castro.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
The real orphan Annie is alive, but she sings "mañana, mañana." Lillian Colón began her career with the Radio City Rockettes at 32. In this episode of The Revolución, Colón shares how she joined the world’s most famous precision dance company. She also talks about her early years in an orphanage after her father left her there, as well as how her passion and spiritual fortitude has led to great heights – including Lin Manuel Miranda's "In The Heights" movie. Colón is no withering flower; her rise from the ashes is a phoenix story. Lillian currently teaches at the Broadway Dance Center. works on her solo show at the Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre and dreams of becoming Disney's next princess – “The Puerto Rican Princess,” that is. The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Court Stroud, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro thank Tracey Y. Smith at More Than Words Publicity for her help in arranging this interview. We also want to thank the band P-G-M for the use of it's song "April" as the Revolución theme. Lillian Colón’s Book: LILLY, The First Latina RocketteWebsite:https://www.lilliancolon.com/ Follow us on: The Revolución WebsiteInstagramXFacebookLinkedIn#rockette #radiocitymusichall #puertorican #dance #disneyprincess #orphanage #nuns #catholic #spiritualfortitude #passion @revolverpodcast
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Stacie M. de Armas always wanted to work in research and particularly the Hispanic market. She is celebrating 25 years wth the company currently as Senior Vice President, Diverse Insights and Initiatives at Nielsen. In this episode she shares the insights from the latest study “TRUST IN MEDIA - THE KEY FACTOR DRIVING THE SHIFT TO STREAMING.” which provides an in-depth understanding of the unique authenticity signals and credibility markers that drive the Hispanic community's choices with media and brands. Hispanics represent one-fifth of the U.S. population, but their media engagement can be complex due to the inherent nuances within the community. To further highlight the nuances, she uses the example from developer Insomniac Games' Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 use of a Cuban and Puerto Rican flag. Also, hear what she identifies as her Revolucion moment, it's no wonder she's been sucessful in her career.The Revolucion Podcast co-hosts Court Stroud, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro thank Andy Checo, Managing Director, Public Relations & Social Media at D'exposito & Parners: The New American Agency for his help in arranging this interview. Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics, shaping the future of media. Measuring behavior across all channels and platforms to discover what audiences love, we empower our clients with trusted intelligence that fuels action. #diversity #dei #nielsen #community #passion # streaming #research #insights #hispanicmarket #represenationmatters
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
In this episode, co-hosts Linda Lane Gonzalez and Kathryn Garcia Castro are entertained by Amelia Bethel & Karen Loewy Movilla as they perform during the interview some of the characters they embody in “Tia Talk,’ their theatrical collaboration where they try to prove their Latinidad to themselves and the audience by embodying every stereotype they have been fed by the media, their peers, and even their families.The uniqueness of the show also brings in different guests for each performance to hear another point of view and also allow the audience to participate in the show.Special thanks to Liz Lombardi, Publicist at Matt Ross Public Relations for her help in arranging this interview. We also want to thank the band PGM for the use of its song, “April” as The Revolucion theme.Amelia Bethel is a theater artist whose work confronts the performance of identity and the materiality of the body, with a focus on sexuality and a mixed-race experience. She can be heard as Marisol on the award-winning podcast Unwell: A Midwestern Gothic Mystery from HartLife Studios. Amelia is a former associate artist in residence with poet Tracie Morris and playwright Sibyl Kempson at the Atlantic Center for the Arts, and received her MFA in Theatre from Sarah Lawrence College.Karen Loewy Movilla is a Colombian artist based in New York City. She’s interested in the question of: How do we take up space, when it is not freely given? Combining digital media, embodiment, spoken word, and puppetry she confronts inherent biases, and oppressive systems. She’s this year resident at Object Movement Puppetry Residency 23’, a 2021 MFA graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and a 2026 Scenic Design Candidate at Yale University. Find more about her at: https://www.karenloewymovilla.com/#tiatalk #thetanknyc #tias #stereotypes #conversations #collaborators #femalestereotypes #thetanknyc #mattrosspr @revolver_podcasts @thetanknyc @mattrosspr
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
In this episode, co-hosts Linda Lane Gonzalez and Kathryn Garcia Castro enjoy a conversation with Christine Pride and Jo Piazza, co-authors of the wonderful novel YOU WERE ALWAYS MINE, which provides a complex and nuanced look at themes of race, class and motherhood. Cinnamon Haynes, a black woman, takes an abandoned white baby into her home, she struggles to keep her own past hidden while dealing with the shocking judgments from friends and strangers alike as she strives to do right by the child she grows more attached to with each passing day.In this fascinating episode we learn more about Christine and Jo's approach to writing and collaborating, and how their experiences have shaped their world view. Special thanks to Falon Kirby, Senior Publicist, Atria Books/Simon & Schuster for making this episode of The Revolucion possible. We also want to thank the band PGM for the use of its song, “April” as The Revolucion theme.Christine Pride, is a writer, editor, and longtime publishing veteran and pens a regular column—“Race Matters”—for Cup of Jo. She lives in New York City.Jo Piazza a bestselling author, podcast creator, and award-winning journalist. Her work has been published in ten languages in twelve countries and four of her books have been optioned for film and television.#conversations #motherhood #marriage #intimatestories #co-authors #stories #Simon&Schuster #cupofjo @revolver_podcasts @atriabooks @simonandschuster @cupofjo Follow The Revolucion Podcast - Instagram: @therevolucionpodcast, X:@TheRevolucionPd
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Much of the #metoo movement has been covered, yet there is still more to uncover. In this novel, you’ll be thrown into the world of Hollywood through the eyes of young Sarah Lai who as an industry insider must come to grips with her past, guilt and…COMPLICITY!Hear from author and industry insider herself, Winnie M Li, as she talks with co-hosts Linda Lane Gonzalez, Court Stroud and Kathryn Garcia Castro (Diego Lastra is on hiatus) about her novel COMPLICIT. Winnie M Li is a Taiwanese-American and New Jersey raised author and activist living in the UK. She is the founder of Clear Lines, the UK’s first-ever festival addressing sexual assault through the arts and discussion. Thank you to Falon Kirby, Senior Publicist at Atria Books/Simon & Schuster for her help in arranging this interview. We also want to thank the band PGM for the use of its song, “April” as The Revolucion theme.#complicit #metoo #activist #conversations @revolver_podcasts @atriabooks @simonandschuster Photograph by Grace Gelder
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
For those terrified of saying the wrong thing, are afraid to offend someone or get canceled, "Say the Right Thing: How to Talk about Identity, Diversity and Justice" is a practical guide on "how to navigate conversations and hopefully overcome some of that fear to engage in an authentic way."Co-hosts of The Revolución Podcast, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra and Kathryn Garcia Castro (Court Stroud is on hiatus) talk with co-author David Glasgow about how this book can be a useful guide to navigating difficult situations and conversations across many different sectors, including parenting.Glasgow is the executive director of the Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, an adjunct professor at the NYU School of Law, and co-author of "Say the Right Thing: How to Talk about Identity, Diversity, and Justice" (Simon & Schuster, 2023, co-written with Professor Kenji Yoshino.)Thank you to Shida A. Carr, Deputy Director of Publicity at Atria books, for her help in arranging this interview.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Rudy Moreno is a well known figure in the comedy world, especially in Los Angeles where he got his start and where he still headlines and produces shows for major comedy clubs. Rudy crosses over to all audiences with his line of humor. When introduced to O'Shea Jackson Sr., the American rapper from N.W.A known professionally as Ice Cube, Moreno called him “Ice Cream” -- and that in a nutshell is "Rude," as he's nicknamed on the comedy circuit. He’s a national headliner comedian and musician with Voodoo Sindicate. As an actor, he has appeared on Criminal Minds, Everybody Loves Raymond, The Shield, Arrested Development and many others. He has recorded several comedy shows, including his last, entitled "Double Date," which featured George Lopez. Rudy also gives back to his community by holding toy drives in his native Lincoln Heights in Los Angeles.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Inspired by Juan Luis Guerra’s Como Abeja Al Panal, new off-Broadway play Bees & Honey is a Washington Heights love story that follows young married couple Manuel and Johaira as they face the age-old question: Is love enough? In this episode of The Revolución, playwright Guadalís Del Carmen talks with co-hosts Kathryn Garcia Castro, Diego Lastra and Court Stroud about her artistic journey from script to production, why she set the work in "Alto Manhattan" rather than her native Chicago, and how she she found inspiration in a bachata song by Guerra, the legendary singer-songwriter from the Dominican Republic. Bees & Honey began previews on May 4, 2023. Opening night is planned for Monday, May 22, for a limited run through June 11, 2023 at MCC Theater’s Susan & Ronald Frankel Theater (511 W 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019) and is presented in collaboration with The Sol Project.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
BD Wong talks about directing Judy Gold in her new off-Broadway show, "Yes, I Can Say That!," playing this spring at the 59 East Street Theater in New York City. The actor and director also reacts to the strong Asian American showing at this year's Academy Awards and the rise of anti-Asian hate. He talks with The Revolución podcast cohosts Diego Lastra, Linda Lane Gonzaléz, Kathryn Garcia Castro, and Court Stroud.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
In this episode of The Revolución, singer, actor and writer Damon Evans shares details about his life. He tells cohosts Linda Lane Gonzaléz, Diego Lastra, Kathryn Garcia Castro, and Court Stroud about attending the March on Washington when he was just a teenager, about his television work, including portraying Alex Haley in "Roots: The Next Generation" and working on the hit sitcom "The Jeffersons." The Baltimore native recounts working with Raúl Julia and Irene Cara in "Via Galactica" on Broadway, as well as the difficulties he encountered as a Black gay man in the entertainment field in the 1970s and 80s.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Ana Navarro serves as a co-host on ABC television's The View, as well as a political commentator for CNN, CNN en Español, and Telemundo. The Nicaraguan native is known as an expert in US politics after serving as an advisor to Jeb Bush, John McCain, and Jon Huntsman. She talks with The Revolución's Kathryn Garcia Castro, Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra, and Court Stroud to share thoughts on what has surprised her most during the post-Trump era, what keeps her up at night, and what gives her hope about the current state of US politics and our country. This is an encore presentation of an interview from November 2021.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
Actor Danny Trejo often plays the tough guy in the movies. But in his car, he keeps dog food to feed strays and clean underwear and socks to share with those living on the streets. The native Angelino talks with The Revolución cohosts Linda Lane Gonzalez, Diego Lastra, and Court Stroud about his rough upbringing and incarceration, the ways sobriety changed him, and how he switched from working as a drug counselor to a successful working actor. His new memoir, TREJO: MY LIFE OF CRIME, REDEMPTION AND HOLLYWOOD comes out this week.This is an encore episode which originally aired in July 2021.
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
During International Transgender Awareness Month, The Revolución is airing an encore of our interview with activist Meredith Talusan. A native of the Philippines, Talusan who lives with albinism and moved to the United States at 15, went to Harvard for undergraduate studies, and medically transitioned in her twenties. Besides being the founding editor of them, Condé Nast's first-ever platform devoted to the queer community, she has written for the New York Times, Vice, Buzzfeed, The Guardian, and The Atlantic. In this interview, Talusan talks about her life growing up as a boy in a rural Asian family, her move to the United States, how she became a writer, and her new book, FAIREST (Viking Press, 2020).
EPISODE CREDITS:Music: The band P-G-M for the use of its song "April" as The Revolución theme Editing: A special thanks to Anthony Mendoza our freelance audio editor. You can find him on Fiverr.com @thonymendozaLINKS: Be sure to follow and tag The Revolución Podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedINMore on The Revolución Podcast at LinktreeA Revolver Podcast
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