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Taking Latinos to the Next Level in Hollywood: Rick Najera Directs CBS Diversity Sketch Comedy Showcase 2016

Creating Opportunities for Latinos in Hollywood: Rick Najera Directs CBS Diversity Sketch Comedy Showcase LOS ANGELES, CA – Developing Latino and diverse talent in Hollywood is something Rick Najera has carefully crafted for the past two decades.  This January 19th through 23rd, Najera will once again spotlight diversity and emerging talent through the annual CBS Diversity Sketch […]

  • Jan 19, 2016
  • 5:00 PM

The Obama #SOTU Mic Drop: A Songify the News Video

The Internet is amazing.

  • Jan 13, 2016
  • 4:12 PM

Latina Comic Duo Dominizuelan Premieres #grownasswomen Series (VIDEO)

Comedians Wendy Mateo and Lori Diaz — perhaps better known by their combined stage name Dominizuelan — have just premiered a new series.

  • Dec 17, 2015
  • 12:20 PM

Room 28’s Banner Year Closes With a ‘Sketchtacular’ Bang

A look at Room 28, the Latino sketch comedy troupe launching a digital studio with the producers of ‘Saturday Night Live.’

  • Dec 8, 2015
  • 10:53 AM

Record Your Stories, Save the Planet

With StoryCorps’ Great Thanksgiving Listen, you can record the stories shared around your dinner table this year and help save the planet.

  • Nov 21, 2015
  • 10:02 AM

There Are OREO Churros in This World? Oh, The Horror

Just when you think cultural foods can’t be appropriated any longer, along comes OREO to mess it all up for you.

  • Nov 19, 2015
  • 3:18 PM

‘Just Be a Little Whiter’ (VIDEO)

What happens when white actors are asked to be “more white?” This video from Mic brilliantly turns the tables when it comes to Latinos and casting choices.

  • Nov 17, 2015
  • 2:17 PM

Louisville President After Mexican Costume Issue: I Will Recruit More Latinos

“I deeply regret the Halloween costumes worn by my staff and me. We made a mistake wearing a costume that misrepresents the culture of Mexicans and Mexican Americans…”

  • Nov 16, 2015
  • 6:13 PM

Chris Matthews Thinks Rubio and Cruz Are ‘Cuban Nationals’ and Not ‘Hispanic’

Yes, white progressive elites have their own issues when it comes to lacking any understanding about the how politically diverse Latinos are in this country. You would think they would know this by now. They don’t.

  • Nov 12, 2015
  • 1:51 PM

When Lin-Manuel Miranda Freestyled the Puerto Rico Debt Crisis on Jimmy Fallon

“Resurrect, resolve Puerto Rico’s debt crisis” was heard on national TV on Thursday night. We wonder if anyone watching actually even noticed why Lin-Manuel Miranda did what he did. Represent, boricua.

  • Nov 8, 2015
  • 7:40 PM

Latino USA: Will Hispandering Win You Over?

Cartoonist Lalo Alcaraz and syndicated columnist Gustavo Arellano look at some of the more cringeworthy instances of Hispandering from elections past and present.

  • Nov 8, 2015
  • 10:50 AM

We Just Watched Latino Kids Curse Out Donald Trump

Kids cursing at Trump is an acquired taste: like sushi or Ikea furniture, but a new viral video from a group known for potty-mouthed clips is getting attention on our social feeds.

  • Nov 4, 2015
  • 8:02 AM

Rick Najera: A Latino Thought Maker

A chat with writer, actor, comedian and activist Rick Najera, author of ‘Almost White: Forced Confessions of a Latino in Hollywood,’ who just became a member of Latino Rebels’ advisory board.

  • Nov 3, 2015
  • 9:31 AM

The ‘Drunk Trump SNL’ Video (PARODY)

In a hard-hitting interview with anchor Rick Najera, some guy who sounds like a drunk Donald Trump tells us why he is going to save all Latinos.

  • Nov 2, 2015
  • 8:24 PM

Helado Negro: ‘Young, Latin and Proud’

A chat with the Ecuadoran-born but Brooklyn-based musician fusing the many different sounds of Latin America.

  • Oct 25, 2015
  • 12:49 PM

Artist Julio Salgado Re-depicts Classic TV Shows with Diverse Casts

The Mexican-born undocu-queer artist got the idea to reimagine some of his favorite TV shows after fans began protesting POCs in the upcoming ‘Star Wars.’

  • Oct 21, 2015
  • 11:33 AM

Yes, This Salsa Song Is Real: ‘This Latino’s Gonna Vote For Trump’

We HAVE to give it up to Adrian Carrasquillo of Buzzfeed for finding one gem of a video. Before we explain, just watch: Ok, now this is what you need to know. The singer is named Ruben Obed Martinez. According to Buzzfeed, he is a 38-year-old Puerto Rican, who “was born and grew up in […]

  • Sep 30, 2015
  • 6:59 PM

A Tip for Republicans Celebrating Latino Heritage

Needless to say Hispandering Heritage Month has not been going as planned for the GOP.

  • Sep 29, 2015
  • 10:13 AM

How to Celebrate Hispandering Heritage Month

A few tips and guidelines that will help you avoid getting labeled with the #NoMames hashtag this month

  • Sep 17, 2015
  • 10:54 AM

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