Morenita

Morenita

Author: My Cultura and Sonoro Language: English Episodes: 51
Hosted by Dominican actress and singer Darilyn Castillo, Morenita is a weekly conversation built around the nuanced realities of the Latinx experience. This isn't just a series of interviews; it's a deliberate gathering of voices. Each episode, Darilyn connects with Latinx actors, entrepreneurs, and activists, peeling back the layers of their public work to explore the personal journeys, challenges, and visions that drive them. The discussions are in-depth and meandering, often touching on society, culture, and the relationships that shape our communities. The aim is to move beyond simple inspiration, fostering a genuine sense of community among listeners who hear their own stories reflected in these dialogues. You'll hear guests dissect what it means to evolve our current spaces-whether in entertainment, business, or social justice-into something more inclusive and representative. Produced by My Cultura and Sonoro, the Morenita podcast serves as a living archive of contemporary Latinx thought and creativity, a place where the focus is on connection and the collective work of building a more nuanced future. Tune in for conversations that feel like catching up with old friends, ones who just happen to be reshaping the world around them.
Episodes
40. Honoring Your Ancestors w/ Mika Secada [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:11
Get on your feet because we've got some Cuban rhythms shaking up Morenita, okay? Mika Secada is a true triple threat, and she's gracing us by sharing her journey to take over the industry. Mika shares with us her upbring…
39. Directing Your Dreams w/ Jeannette Godoy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:54
Jeannette Godoy has been making moves since she directed the infamous music video for Sir Mix A Lot's "Baby Got Back." The first generation Mexican-American director sat down with Darilyn to discuss her upbringing, mater…
38. Being Unapologetically Yourself w/ Talia Thiesfield [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:50
Talia Thiesfield is a mult-culti force of unapologetic brilliance, and she's letting us in on how she became the incredible person she is today. A Haitian-Puerto Rican actor, a voiceover artist, and a career & talent coa…
37. Enséñame a Bailar w/ Manuela Agudelo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:54
Get ready because Darilyn sits down with the dancing queen herself Manuela Agudelo. These lovely Latinx creatives discuss ancestry and legacy as well as how Manuela is able to combine their two passions: dance and social…
36. We're Talking Language w/ Christopher Ramírez [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:05
Listen up, mi gente! This time around Darilyn is sitting down with Christopher Ramírez to discuss their love of Shakespeare, their relationship with Spanish, and their upcoming role as Touchstone at the Delacorte theater…
35. The Secret to Being a Multi-Hyphenate Badass w/ Elaine Del Valle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:32
Elaine del Valle can do it all! She's an actress, a director, a casting director, a producer. She does it all. So Darilyn sits down to find out how did she start out, what self-care looks like for her, and if she has any…
34. Afro-Latina Power w/ Samantha Williams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:23
Darilyn welcomes Samantha Williams to this week's episode of Morenita. Talent beyond compare and wise beyond her years, Samantha shares with Darilyn the identity struggles she faced as an Afro-Latina growing up and in th…
32. Morenita Gets Interviewed by Carlos! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:38
This week Darilyn gets the tables turned on her and is interviewed by 'Morenita' producer Carlos! Tap in!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.