Radio Menea
Two Latinx friends with wildly different music tastes bring you música from the Latinx / Latina / Latino artists they love. Hosted by Miriam Zoila Pérez & Verónica Bayetti Flores, each week they share their favorite tracks and discoveries.
Episodes
Benito Bowl
We couldn't help ourselves, Benito Bowl brought us back! We had too much to say about his epic Súper Tazón performance, so we're bringing you a special episode breaking it all down.
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DtMF y Hasta Luego
Some big, bittersweet news, amores - after almost 9 (!!!) years producing a weekly podcast, with over 300 episodes under our belts, we’re bringing Radio Menea to a close. In this final episode, we talk about that decision, what is next for this project, and Debí Tirar Más Fotos, Bad Bunny parting gift to us.
Featuring music by Bad Bunny.
Ep 263: The Year in Chisme
Only the crumbling of our nation state could make Vero actually care about Latinx celebrity chisme, pero aqui estamos! We’re finding solace in distraction, gossip and some of our favorite tracks to close out this year. Cuidense amores, and we’ll see you in 2025.
Featuring music by Ryan Castro, Maisak, Xavi, Rauw Alejandro, Laura Pausini, Yahritzia y Su Esencia, MJ Nebreda, Prince Royce, Gabito B
ENCORE: Rage
There have been so many emotions since the reelection of the orange chupacabra—fear, sadness, grief and yes—anger. As everyone gears up for the fight to come, we’re revisiting an 2022 episode from one of the most impactful impacts of his first administration—the Supreme Court’s reversal of 50 years of legal precedent for the right to abortion. Listen in for songs that connect us to our rage, our g
ENCORE: F Fascism
So...things are feeling more than a little fascist in the USA right now. Todo mal, pero no a falta de resistencia. This week we are re-running an episode from last year in which we talk about the global rise of fascism, historical context around the ebbs and flows of progress and backlash, and of course, the soundtrack of resistance. Whether it’s the musicians who resisted the 1960’s rise of right
ENCORE: La Nueva Canción
This week we're re-running an episode exploring the Latin American folk music movement that was La Nueva Canción. Fueled by leftist politics and the integration of indigenous musical elements and instruments, La Nueva Canción produced incredible and inspirational folk music across the region and continues to influence the music we love today. ***Also, we had a math struggle this epi! Violeta Parra
ENCORE: Halloween
Trico Tri! Today we’re stretching wayyyy back in the archives for our very first jalogüin episode. It’s weird, it’s spooky, there are vampires and brujas and scary things that aren’t our political situation. We know we can all use a little escape right now. Enjoy!
Featuring music from Johnny Prez, Total Freedom, Los Rakas, Las Sucias, El Gran Combo, and María y José.
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Ep 262: La Colectiva Feminista
We’re back with a brand new episode, this time an interview with Shariana Ferrer-Núñez, co-founder of La Colectiva Feminista en Contrucción, a Puerto Rican grassroots group. They were very involved in the 2019 protests that forced the resignation of Governor Ricky Roselló, protests that utilized what came to be known as “perreo combativo.” It’s a really great conversation with Shariana about their
ENCORE: Mediopicky
This week, we’re re-running a conversation we had with a very special guest: Dominican rapper, producer, and podcast fave Mediopicky. We talked back in 2021 (¡en español!) about his latest releases, collaborations, growing up in a household of four women, and the wide range of music that shaped his sound.
He just put out a new album, "el precio de la yuca" earlier this fall — highly recommend — a
ENCORE: Dominican Dembow
We’re continuing our Dominican music series by bringing back this deep dive into Dominican dembow with Jennifer Mota from 2020. It holds up! A music journalist and expert in Dominican Dembow, Jennifer joined us to dig deep into the history and future of an increasingly influential genre. She breaks down the history of Dominican dembow, how migration has shaped it, and shares some of the most impor
ENCORE: Meet MULA
To start a few weeks focused on la música de la República Dominicana, we’re bringing back a 2019 interview with some of our faves: electro-Caribbean darlings MULA. In a full episode en español, we chat with Cristabel, Anabel, and Rachel about how they met, the whirlwind magia of their artistic process, their collaborations, and projects to come. Están redi??
Featuring music by MULA, Sibylle Baier
Ep 261: New tracks for a new season
We’re back loves and talking about our fave new releases. From non-monogamy anthems to toxic masculinity reggaeton to right wing nightmares and new singles from Bad Bunny and our Dominican faves MULA, it’s a journey beibeis!
Featuring music by MULA, Bad Bunny, Ojitos Cafe, Arca, Tokischa, Nicky Jam, Luar La L, PJ Sin Suela, Chuwi and Maria Becerra.
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ENCORE: Fat Boy Fall
Move over, hot girl summer. It’s time for fat boy fall. This week, as some of us are reaching acceptance about fall’s inevitable approach on the northern hemisphere, we are re-running an epi on gordofobia, bringing some body posi anthems and songs by folks who identify in some way with their larger size.
Featuring music by Jodosky, Big Pun, JLO, Akapellah, Fat Joe, DJ Khaled, and IMALOTOSA.
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ENCORE: La Frontera
Selena deep cuts. Quinceañera classics. Borracho jams. We're continuing our streak of talking about music from la frontera this week by bringing back an episode with writer Yvonne Marquez. A native of Mission, Texas, Yvonne joins us to focus on the music of la frontera Tejana and to chat about our shared love of the Rio Grande Valley. Listen in for stories about kitchen dance parties, high school
ENCORE: Selena's Amor Prohibido
Thirty years later, Selena’s magnum opus remains as relevant as ever. This week, we’re re-running a deep dive we did on this seminal album with the one and only Favy Fav. Co-host of Latinos Who Lunch and a dear friend of the podcast, artist Favy Fav is a MAJOR Selena stan. We get at the biggest hits, a few of the deep cuts, and revisit all of what makes Selena one of the greatest Latinx artists of
Ep 260: The Border
The US-Mexico border is many things: a divisive political fact, a total fiction, home to many Latinx people and an arena of major cultural influence. For today’s episode, we take a look at some of the music that has arisen from this part of the country, and the social and political forces that influence life and art in this liminal space.
Featuring music by Gaytan y Cantu, Los Tigres del Norte,
ENCORE: Juan Gabriel
Juan Gabriel was not just a singer and a songwriter - he was legendary. Over the years his songs brought us joy, his fabulous outfits gave us life, and his flamboyant performances served as the launchpad for countless family conversations about sexuality and gendered performance. For queer Latinxs, he was one of our icons. This episode, originally recorded shortly after his death, was Radio Menea’
ENCORE: Chavela Vargas
We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes that dive deep into the careers of iconic artists. An unofficial queer icon, Chavela lived outside of gender norms during a time when it was risky to do so. Despite this, she made a name for herself in Mexico with her incredible voice, becoming especially known for her renditions of classic rancheras. A complicated person and singular talent, we revis
ENCORE: Susana Baca
Living legend Susana Baca is responsible for bringing Afro-Peruvian rhythms to the world stage. An incredible singer, dancer and activist, Baca’s extensive catalog honors the deep cultural legacy of Afro-Peruvians, both thematically and rhythmically. This week we’re re-running an episode we originally ran for Black History Month, but Baca’s life and career deserves shines all year long.
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Ep 259: Indigenous Instruments
To wrap up our summer series on indigenous music, in today's new episode we explore how indigenous instruments have contributed a wealth of dynamic sounds, melodies and beats to the music of Latin America. We focus on six instruments—three percussion, two wind and one string–-as an entry point into the impact of these instruments on music in the region.
Featuring music by Los Kjarkas, Sonora Dina
Encore: The Lambada Lie
We talk a lot about the influence of African people, instruments, and rhythms on Latinx music. But we know that indigenous peoples and musical traditions have also had an impact. This week we are re-running a deep dive we took into one of the most iconic examples of that influence from Los Kjarkas, an Andean folk group from Bolivia, whose iconic song Llorando Se Fue (aka La Lambada) inspired many
Encore: Luzmila Carpio
This month we’re bringing you some of our favorite episodes focused on indigenous music, and this week we’re bringing back a deep dive into Luzmila Carpio, an indigenous Bolivian singer. Her songs, inspired by the sounds of bird song, streams, and the land she grew up on, have brought Quechua and Aymara sonic traditions and stories of indigenous resistance around the globe.
Featuring music by Lu
Encore: Indigenous Artists
Originally aired during the thanksgiving season, we're bringing back this early days Indigenous artists episode for a lil indigenous summer series. We're giving you a little antidote to colonialist revisionist history by bringing indigenous artists who are making music that emphasizes their roots, integrating indigenous languages, instrumentation, and cultural references. We hope that you'll hear
Ep 258: Mood Shifts
On deck for this week we’ve got a slate of our favorite recent releases. True to form, this one really takes you on a mood shifting journey from summer reggaeton pops to experimental cello, from cumbia to electronic music and more.
Featuring music by Los Angeles Azules, Emilia, Mabe Fratti, Nicky Jam, Ryan Castro, Boundary, La Santa Cecilia, Boza, Elena Rose, Moffa, Manuel Turizo, Ñengo Flow and
Encore: Trans Mujeres
It’s still pride month, and as it comes to a close we’re revisiting a 2023 episode featuring trans mujeres in Latinx music. Sadly the attacks that inspired this episode last year have only increased, so we continue to celebrate and honor these women and their musical contributions.
Featuring music by Linn da Quebrada, Liniker, Arca and Villano Antillano.
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ENCORE: Gay Anthems
Think: songs your favorite Latina drag queens love to perform. Songs that might not be explicitly gay, but get the queers going. You know the ones. These are the gay anthems.
Featuring music by Selena, Ana Gabriel, Gloria Trevi, Thalia and Celia Cruz.
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ENCORE: Orgullo
It’s still gay Christmas over here, so we’re bringing you an episode from the archive featuring some of our favorite out queer and trans Latin artists.
Featuring music by Albita, Linn Da Quebrada, Anaís Azul, Gina Chavez, Sailorfag and Elysia Crampton.
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Ep 257: We're writing a book!
This week we’re sharing some big chisme: We are writing a book!!!! And not just a regular degular book, but an illustrated, choose-your-own-adventure exploration of the impact of Latinx music on US culture and US culture on Latinx music. In today’s episode we talk through the process that got us here, and give you a little taste of the kind of things we are going to cover through some of our favor
ENCORE: Queers
Pride is nigh, querides, and this week we’re re-running an early-days (2016!!!) episode of Radio Menea featuring queer artists. Listen in to hear about queer Latinx musicians who've been doing it since forever, and some of the new generation of out and proud folks who are walking in their footsteps. We also talk about the origins of Pride and its inextricable connection to Latinx resistance.
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Ep 256: Alex Anwandter
This week, un invitado muy especial: Chilean indie darling and Radio Menea fave Alex Anwandter, talking about his new album Dime Precioso. Join us as we talk about his bimbo era, why he’s found his power in the superficial, the challenges of the music industry today, and how - as a long time “super gay” artist - he’s moving away from the commodification of identity in his latest work.
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Ep 255: New Music from Old Faves
This week we’ve got some new music from our faves. From bachata and dreamy bedroom pop to mariachi and vibey house, it’s an eclectic and entertaining ride, as always.
Featuring music by Ronny Mercedes, DJ Aguilar, Tei Shi, Wisin, Yandel, Xiomara Fortuna, Marc Anthony, Girl Ultra, Yahritzia y Su Esencia and Ambar Lucid.
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Las Mamis [Encore]
This week we're bringing back an episode from the archive in honor of mother's day. We've got TWO special guests on the show with us -- las mujeres que nos dieron la vida -- our mamis! We know we're lucky to have two amazing and lovely mujeres that we get to call our mamis, so we invited them on to share their fave jams with us. Pia y Rosa each came on the show to tell some stories and share some
Ep 254: Victor Manuelle
A mainstay of the salsa romántica genre, Victor Manuelle’s career has spanned over 30 years. And he’s still at it - last month saw the release of his 21st album, which includes his 65th top ten hit. This week we look back at his career, his hits, controversies, and his enduring impact on salsa today.
Featuring music by Victor Manuelle, Frankie Ruiz, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Voltio, Jowell y Randy and
Ep 253: Limpieza Day
It’s Saturday morning. You hear the music and you know: te van a despertar. “Nadie me ayuda en esta casa!” Now you’re grown, nadie te ayuda a limpiar esta casa, and it’s time to take things into your own hands with a limpieza mix. This week, our faves to get you in the mood to sweep, mop and get your house in order.
Featuring music by Luisito Ayala, La Puerto Rican Power, Ana Gabriel, Elvis Cresp
Ep 252: Shmoney
It’s amazing, it’s fucked up, it’s weird, it’s fun, and it’s also maybe the most destructive force on earth. This week, we talk about money — in all its complicated glory — and bring you songs that address the little papelitos that make the world go ‘round.
Featuring music by Cardi B, Juan Gabriel, Trinidad Cardona, Hector Lavoe, Virlán García, Fuete Billete, Yung Beef, Baby Rasta y Gringo, Ft. Ñ
Ep 251: Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran
Have you checked out La Shaki’s latest album? This week, we’re getting into Shakira’s first new album in 7 years(!!!). Taking her back to her breakup album roots, she also brought us a few interesting collabs, jumped on a few current trends, and tried some new things. Join us as we take a deep dive!
Featuring music by Shakira, Cardi B, Karol G, Grupo Frontera and Manuel Turizo.
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Ep 250: Nuevecito de Paquete
It’s been a minute since we gave you some new musiquita, so this week we have tracks off new albums you should check out, some candidates for song of the summer, and a couple more unusual selections.
Featuring music by AB Quintanilla, Left SM, Zeri, Álvaro Díaz, Rauw Alejandro, Daddy Yankee, Empress Of, Pepe Aguilar, Rainao,, Enrique Iglesias, El Alfa, Esteman, and Villano Antillano.
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Ep 249: Tejano w/Veronique Medrano
Bilingual and bicultural, Tejano music is a unique product of Texas’ Latino community. Today we’re joined by Veronique Medrano, a Tex-Mex Country and Tejano artist and native of Brownsville, Texas. From Tejano classics to a new generation of Tejano artists, we get into Tejano’s impact and lasting cultural legacy.
Featuring music by Veronique Medrano, Freddy Fender, Selena, El Dusty and Happy Colo
Ep 248: Cuban Son
In many ways — because of migration patterns, industry and other socio-political factors — Cuban music is in the DNA of what became Latin popular music, and one place we can clearly hear that is son. This week, we talk about Cuban son - its sonic hallmarks, its history, and its influence on Latinx music today.
Featuring music by Sexteto Habanero, La Sonora Matancera, Trio Matamoros, Beny Moré, Bu
Ep 247: La Que Manda
You know the one. The boss bitch. The one who commands everyone’s attention, who have no fucks to give, who we will happily fall in line for. On this week’s episode we’re exploring songs by las que mandan. Listen in for your some of your favorites and a few new boss bitch anthems.
Featuring music by Ivy Queen, Empress Of, La India, Ana Macho, Bellos Públicos, Villano Antillano, Isabella Lovestor
Ep 246: 1984
What was the pop Latino landscape like in 1984? Pérez is turning 40 this year, and when they looked at what was going on forty years ago, they found some jams. From longing ballads to fun covers to political commentary that feels just as relevant today as ever, this week we have some real classics for y’all.
Featuring music by Juan Gabriel, Los Tigres del Norte, Lissette, Los Bukis, José José,
Ep 245: Yeehaw
While not part of the mainstream image of country music, the reality is there are and have been Latinx artists making country music for a long time. Today we explore some of those artists and the boundaries of what Latinx country music is.
Featuring music by Caballo Dorado, Linda Rondstadt, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Veronique Medrano, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Sammy Arriaga, Laura Denisse y
Ep 244: New Music for Black History Month
It’s time for some new musiquita, aaand it’s also February. So this week we’re celebrating our gente negra by highlighting Afro Latine artists you know and love who are working now - and some up and comers some you should watch out for.
Featuring music by Amara La Negra, Safaree, J Noa, Los Rakas, GodDessey, Gente de Zona, Ovi, Junior Zamora, Ozuna, Darell, Maluma, and Beyonce.
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Ep 243: Cupid Sucks
While we don’t take issue with romantic love, we’ve got a tradition of putting out an anti-valentine’s day episode every year. Whether you are nursing a broken heart, falling deeper in love with your friends or swearing off love entirely, this episode is for you.
Featuring music by Becky G, Karol G, Eladio Carrion, Alzate, Yeison Jimenez, Alex Anwandter, Fonseca, Andrés Quesada, Girl Ultra, Rauli
Ep 242: Winter Blues
It’s cold, dark, and gray here, and we’re starting to feel those winter blues. We’re not sure this week’s episode will combat the seasonal affective disorder vibes in the way some sunshine and una playita could, pero we’re in solidarity with your longing, and that has to count for something right?
Featuring music by Jarina de Marco, Lido Pimienta, Alex Anwadter, Florentino ft Bambii & KD One, Jua
Ep 241: Harp
You might associate harps with angels, heaven, or Europe but it’s actually a global instrument. From Venezuela to Paraguay to the Andes and beyond, this week we explore a few of the Latin American musical traditions that have incorporated versions of the harp.
Featuring music by Carlos Alvarado, Jose Miguel Aguilar, Yilberto Rivero, Jose Gregorio Lopez, Silvino Armas, Alfredo Rolando Ortiz, Tlen
Ep 240: New Year, New Music
Feliz año beibis! For our first episode of the year we’ve got a little collection of songs for you that will fit whatever mood you’re bringing into 2024. Whether you need some perreo duro, aggressive serotonin club tracks to stave off the seasonal depression, or sweet romance, we’re ready with the jams for whatever the year has to throw at us. We hope.
Featuring music by Ñengo Flow, Wisin y Yand
Ep 239: Festejando con Food
Let’s be real ya’ll, these holidays are really about the food. And you don’t have to look farther than our music for evidence. So to end the year we’ve got a series of songs about our favorite holiday foods.
Featuring music by Sonora Ponceña, El Gran Combo, Victor Manuelle, Lalo Guerrero, Maragaita, Carlos Mendez, La Sonora Dinamita y Conexión Divina.
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Ep 238: Best of 2023
As year end rapidly approaches, we’re reflecting back on this year in Latinx music. The big trends, the iconic tracks, the songs we couldn’t get out of our heads and the ones we felt broke new ground.
Featuring music by Shakira, Bzrp, Diego Raposo, Cohoba, Grupo Frontera, Manuel Turizo, Sofia Kourtesis, Prince Royce, Tainy, Rauw Alejandro, Kali Uchis and Karol G.
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Ep 237: In With The New
The year is coming to a wrap pero la música nunca para! This week, we have some fun new releases that offer a little tropical calorcito that will warm you up even as the temps drop.
Featuring music by Gustavo Elis, Helado Negro, Arcángel, Peso Pluma, Esty, Baby Rasta & Gringo, Zion y Lennox, Jarina de Marco, Cali y El Dandee, Marshmello, LiL CaKe, and Brray
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Ep 18: Protest [RE-RUN]
We are unexpectedly out this week, so we are re-running our Protest episode, inspired by some of the beautiful acts of resistance we have been witnessing the last few weeks calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. We’ll be back in your feeds on December 1. In the meantime, we hope these songs fuel your fight - whether it’s calling your reps or putting your bodies on the line. Our hearts are with Gaza and,
Ep 236: Yamilet
Did you know that Yamilet is the most referenced name in Latinx music? Okay probably not, but this week we’ve got FOUR songs for you that talk about her. Who is she?? Why is she such a presence? We’ve got lots of theories for you, and a surprisingly deep discussion of this musically famous name.
Featuring music by Daddy Yankee, La Gillette, Onguito Wa, Rochy RD, Bad Bunny, SXTEEN and Poke.
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Ep 235: Yo Lo Hago Con Mijente
This week, we’re bringing you with us on our trip to Tucson, Arizona, where we gathered with other members of Mijente - a Latinx political home for those who seek racial, economic, gender and climate justice. We can’t remember a time where it didn’t feel appropriate to say it’s a politically rough moment, pero ajá. It’s rough times. And because we believe we need joy to fuel our fight, we asked ou
Ep 234: All Hallows Eve
It’s become an annual tradition, so we are digging into our espooky catalog in search of festive selections pa celebrar. Get into the mood with harps from Veracruz, killer novela-style boleros, dia de los muertos songs and more.
Featuring music by Kali Uchis, Lila Downs, Tainy, Young Miko, J Balvin, Jowell y Randy, Cafe Tacvba, Ana Tijoux, Shadia Mansour, Tlen Huicani, Lino Chavez, Salt Cathedra
Ep 233: Call Me Maybe
As we have moved to cell phones, silent mode, and Do Not Disturb life, the phone ring is slowly losing its ubiquity, pero eráse una vez it was a part of daily life — so naturally producers and songwriters creatively incorporated it into beats and song plot lines. This week, we dedicate the episode to a disappearing classic: the phone ring.
Featuring music by Hector El Father, Wisin y Yandel, Aven
Ep 232: New Bad Bunny y más
Bad Bunny has a new album out today, but he’s not the only one with new music right now. On this week’s episode we’ve got more artists hopping on the Mexican regional bandwagon, sweet indie tracks, new music from our favorite political Chilena and much more.
Featuring music by Bad Bunny, Shakira, Fuerza Regida, Mar, Tomasito García, Ana Tijoux, Omar Apollo, Marc Anthony, Pepe Aguilar, Empress Of
Ep 231: Mare Advertencia
Mare Advertencia has been making feminist hip hop that addresses revolutionary politics and uncomfortable topics from her home in Oaxaca for years, but the Zapoteca rapper has had some big come ups recently. Join us in anticipation of Indigenous Peoples’ day as we talk about her musical trajectory, what it was like to get the news that her song was featured on Wakanda Forever, and why she doesn’t
Ep 230: Gringos Sample Us
We’re mixing it up and breaking our only rule this week! We’ve got songs by non-Latinx artists — because they include a sample of a Latinx song. Foundational hip hop, 90s house, fun pop throwbacks, and more sorpresitas.
Featuring music by Deee-Lite, Boogie Down Productions, Wyclef Jean, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Celia Cruz, Jeni Fujita, Cibo Matto, DJ Khaled, Rhianna, Bryson Tiller, Shakira, Saweetie, GAL
Ep 229: Familia
Familia can be complicated, but they almost always play a huge role in who we are. Esta semana, songs that feature familial ties - abues, madres, titis, primos y más.
Featuring music by Becky G, Sofia Kourtesis, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Carlos Rivera, Los Inquietos del Norte, Olga y Tony, and Aventura.
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Ep 228: Gaslighting
Have you ever been lied to so bad you’ve started to question your reality? We hope not, pero this week we talk gaslighting. Songs about mentirosos, cheating revenge fantasies, remixes of gaslighting classics y más!
Featuring music by Daddy Yankee, J Balvin, Ozuna, Karol G, Anuel AA, Luli en Saturno, Aventura, Judy Santos, Snow Tha Product, Amigos Invisibles, Rauw Alejandro
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Ep 227: We're Back!
Buenas buenassss!!!! We’re back from nuestras vacaciones de verano and ready with some new music for y’all! Our tastes remain as wild as ever, and we’re here to welcome you back into the fold with chart-topping Mexican regional, experimental Caribbean electronica, indigenous futurism, Latin jazz y más.
Featuring music by Grupo Frontera, Manuel Turizo, Jarina de Marco, Mediopicky, Alfredo Rodrigue
Ep 226: DC w/DJ kristy la rAt
Washington, DC’s cultural scene is often overlooked in favor of its political reputation, but looking beyond that there’s a rich cultural history. This week, DMV local DJ kristy la rAt (@ratatomica) joins us to share about some of DC’s many and diverse music scenes. From post-punk to neoperreo to merengue and trapchata, this eclectic mix will give you a feel for the musical landscape of this small
Ep 225: Heat Wave
We just had the three hottest days ever recorded on earth, so let’s match the heat with the music, les parece? We chat about hot clubs, hot sex, hot weather….and an increasingly hot planet. Pero no se preocupen - we know hope is a discipline around here, and we believe we have the power to turn that around.
Featuring songs by Hector El Father; Major Lazer, J Balvin, El Alfa and Diplo; Reyna Trop
Ep 224: Malportadx
Turns out that being badly behaved has no gender. This week we’ve got songs all about those boos and baes that have screwed you over. Las tóxicas, los malportados, the bad girls and the fuck boys. Our people love to sing about these tipo/as, so listen in.
Featuring music by Big Soto, Ecko, Mr. Pelon, Young Miko, Jowell & Randy, Victor Manuelle, Bad Bunny, Mari, Villano Antillano, Grupo Firme an
Ep 223: Brand New Bops
Revenge bachata, alt dembow, electro-tango, Chilean indie, y más make up our set of brand new bops for y’all esta semana.
Featuring music by Yailin La Más Viral, Mediopicky, Jenn Morel, Joelii, Elíades Ochoa, Esty, Vico C, Niña Tormenta, Don Omar, and Ana Macho.
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Ep 222: Mujeres del Movimiento
This week we have a very special invitada, Jenni Mota, who is hosting the upcoming NYC event Mujeres del Movimiento. This historic concert will feature an all Dominican women line up, and she joined us to talk about how this event came about, why it’s so historic, and the artists that will be featured. Y como siempre, the backlash she’s facing for this event.
Featuring music by Yailin La Mas Vir
Ep 221: F Fascism
Book bans, anti-trans legislation, abortion bans and restrictions...things are feeling more than a little fascist in the USA right now. Todo mal, pero no a falta de resistencia. This week we talk about the global rise of fascism, historical context around the ebbs and flows of progress and backlash, and of course, the soundtrack of resistance. Whether it’s the musicians who resisted the 1960’s ris
Ep 220: Best Songs for Drag
We are gay every month, but in June we like to give a little extra shine to nuestra gente cuir. In a dystopian twist, drag performers are under attack right now, so we’re giving some big love to our drag community and all of the songs that make their performances pop in this week’s episode.
Featuring music by Gloria Trevi, Christina Aguilera, David Summers, Thalia, Albita, Celia Cruz, Selena and
Ep 219: Verano Newness
We put together a few new finds for y’all, and it shaped up to be muuuyyy de verano! We are on the precipice of summer, we’ve had a few unseasonably warm days care of climate catastrophe, the Mr. Softee truck is starting to make its first few appearances… we can almost taste the raspados and smell the ocean air. Hope you’re as ready as we are!
Featuring music by Sebastián Yatra, Manuel Turizo, B
Ep 218: Woman Scorned
Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned es lo que dicen ¿no? We have had some momentos virales lately with women who have been done dirty by their boo - ::cough:: Shaki ::cough:: - so we decided to dig into the genre. We love a woman scorned señora vibe, so we dug up some older tracks for y’all, but people stay acting a fool throughout time, so we have some more current tracks for y’all too.
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Ep 217: The Pop Rise of Mexican Regional
How did the brassy sounds of the Mexican countryside suddenly start dominating the charts? For people who are new to following Mexican Regional music, this rise might seem out of left field. But the ascent of this new generation of Mexican Regional artists has been in the making for years. This week we delve into the Regional Mexican artists who are leading this pop moment, how they got here, and
Ep 216: Menudo
Arguably North America’s first boy band, Menudo found epic success before the Backstreet Boys were even out of diapers. The group’s career spanned four decades and involved 32 young men, many albums and a lot of controversy. In this week’s episode we explore the impact, trajectory and dark side of Menudo.
Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and rape involving mino
Ep 215: 2003
The rises on jeans were low, mp3 players were new, and the president was lying about the existence of weapons of mass destruction to invade a whole country to avenge his daddy and make his VP some cash. The year is 2003, and twenty years ago (!!!) the musical landscape looked….vastly different. We were coming off the end of the Latin boom era of the late 90s. Meanwhile, reggaeton was on the precip
Ep 214: Chavela Vargas
April 17th would have been Chavela Vargas’ 104th birthday. We’re taking this opportunity to do a deep dive into her legendary career. An unofficial queer icon, Chavela lived outside of gender norms during a time when it was risky to do so. Despite this, she made a name for herself in Mexico with her incredible voice, becoming especially known for her renditions of classic rancheras. A complicated
Ep 213: It's Raining Women
Hallelujah! Amen! Our Women’s History Month content is spilling into April, ¿y porqué no? The best kind of April shower this week - musiquita nueva by dope ass mujeres.
Featuring music by Olga Tañon, Xenia Rubinos, Karol G, Tei Shi, La Santa Cecilia, Pedro Hidalgo, Salt Cathedral, Nicole Manzo, and Kali Uchis.
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Ep 212: Trans Mujeres
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we wanted to highlight four trans Latina musicians. Especially given the increasing attacks on trans people, it felt important to celebrate and honor these women and their musical contributions.
Featuring music by Linn da Quebrada, Liniker, Arca and Villano Antillano.
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Ep 211: Seven Years Of Jams
It’s been seven years of Radio Menea. Increíble no? This week, to celebrate our birthday, we go through our favorite songs on each of those seven years. It’s been some jams - travel in time con nosotres!
Featuring music by Manuel Turizo, MULA, Daddy Yankee, Joyce Santana, Bad Bunny, Arca, Yahritza y Su Esencia, and Lucrecia Dalt.
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Ep 210: Mujeres in Electronica
This week, Vero guides us through a dive into a Latinas making electronic music today. A genre - or set of genres! - that transcends boundaries of style and sound, music produced electronically has expanded how we perceive music, who can make it, and even what is sonically possible in endless and amazing ways.
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Ep 209: Susana Baca
A legendary artist, Susana Baca is also responsible for bringing Afro-Peruvian rhythms to the world stage. An incredible singer, dancer and activist, Baca’s extensive catalog honors the deep legacy of Afro-Peruvians both thematically and rhythmically. In honor of Black History Month, we take a deep dive into Baca’s life and career, bringing shine to this incredible woman who, at 78, continues her
Ep 208: Amor Y Amistad
In the USA, Valentine’s day is exclusively focused on romantic love. Pero en América Latina es el día del amor y la amistad, and this Valentine’s day we wanna honor the love and care in friendships. The way our social structures are set up, romantic relationships seem to be set up as the ones that deserve to become the most valuable ones in our lives. We reject that premise. This week, we talk abo
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