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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 58
CNN’s Soledad O’Brien gives the ladies an exclusive sit-down interview about her latest In America series titled “In Her Corner” about Pasadena, TX Lady Boxer Marlen Esparza. O’Brien discovers the world of Lady Boxers in the U.S., most of whom are Latinas but follows E...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 57
Budget cutbacks nationwide are hurting the state of Education at home. Who is checking to see what happens in the classroom? We talk with Educators like HISD’s Harvin Moore III and Stephen Amstutz of The Next Step Fund and former principal of the controversial Liberty School for Immigrants. Also, e...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 56
Young girls and SELF ESTEEM. What are their struggles? A frank talk with young Girls, Inc. Scholars and what the program has done for their self esteem. Also, New York Times Best Selling author, Peggy Orenstein on her book CINDERELLA ATE MY DAUGHTER and how the “Princess” generation may set expectat...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 55
Rice U’s Superstar standout with the Rice Owls, Anthony Rendón of Houston, wants to get to Omaha with Coach Wayne Graham who’s one of a handful of coaches to get his 900th victory. The pair talk about their incredible parallel journeys to make it to the top of college Baseball. And Secret Milliona...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 54
SUDDEN DEATH has become a prevalent danger for sports-oriented young people around the nation. We talk with Dr. Paolo Angelini of the Texas Heart Institute and Dr. John Higgins of the H.E.A.R.T.S. Program about this urgent medical dilemma which many times turns tragic. Is there something that can be...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 53
Veteran’s Court is a new legal resource for Military men and women who come home and end up on the wrong side of the law due to their severe and acute injuries on the warfront. Houston District Judge Marc Carter presides over the court that gives injured soldiers a second chance like Sgt. Marty Gonz...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 52
The real power behind the pulpit at Lakewood Church: Dodie Osteen is the co-founder of the Megachurch, a cancer survivor, and mother of Rockstar Televangelist Joel Osteen. Dodie Osteen talks about the church, her unwavering faith, Joel and his other siblings who are all in the ministry. Former Journ...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 51
Immigration Reform is a recurring topic of heated discussion that won’t go away. Former INS Director in Houston, Hipólito Acosta, speaks to the misconceptions, the fence, and the U.S. laws that are already in the books that he says are ignored by congressional leaders. Acosta gives solutions that un...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 50
Green Team America recruits teens from High Schools from across the land to advocate for the environment. Inspired by Al Gore’s award-winning film “An Inconvenient Truth,” founder Gary Dunham and Green Teamer Selene Burns Ramirez explain how to help global climate change.And Tina Aguirre, a Downstr...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 49
Islam in America is seen as a religion to some, but a faith steeped in terrorism to others. Dr. Dina Al-Sowayel of the University of Houston discusses the controversy surrounding the Mid East religion, the tenets of Islam and the reasons for its image problem in the U-S. Judge Vanessa Gilmore, the...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 48
Women in Print Media and how they are jumping aboard new media to keep up with a changing journalism landscape. The legendary Society Columnist, Shelby Hodge, after nearly two decades as a Houston Chronicle reporter, goes Digital with her new “mapzine” CultureMap, a website covering Lifestyle, Ente
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 47
Actor, playwright and comic of Culture Clash fame, Herbert Siguenza, is back transforming himself like a chameleon in his latest entry of unforgettable drama in the one-man show and world premiere: A Weekend with Pablo Picasso. Siguenza charms his audiences as he did in !Cantinflas! only this time
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 46
Homelessness is an unending societal dilemma. One that Elena Davis, founder of the I Am Waters Foundation, an organization that distributes water bottles to the homeless, and the Search Homeless Center and Healthcare for the Homeless, work on daily to help tens of thousands. Hear how these agencies.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 45
The first foreign-born President of a major U.S. university, Dr. Renu Khator, takes U of H in two years, further than any other in the past 20. An exclusive interview with a woman whose own life and journey to success should be a book. Also, the Museum of Fine Arts-Houston curator who Time Magazine.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 44
Latina Voices delves into understanding the so-called Obamacare and the possible roll back of changes recently approved. How will new tax changes affect healthcare? We talk with two noted experts on what Americans can expect in the next year. And the concept of Anonymous Sperm Donations and what it.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 43
A former Army Colonel takes aim at the U.S. handling of the Gaza Strip. What Mary Ann Wright sees as a possible solution. And two world-class experts weigh in on the Middle East Peace Process. Will the new Egyptian violence affect any chance of peace in that war torn region? Listen to some interesti.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 42
How kids learn their ABC’s is changing. See how one award-winning Charter School is getting notice from Oprah Winfrey. And the new Cristo Rey Jesuit School is gaining ground with students and community support. Traditional education models versus more focused private and charter school programs.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 41
The inventor of the Zaky, a special tool that helps premature babies survive, Yamile Jackson inspires with her personal story that led to her invention and confirms that “necessity is the Mother of invention”…hear about her successful company. And, “out of this world” shoe designer, Omar Angel Pérez.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 40
Inventor, Scientist, Internationally recognized, Dr. Raúl Cuero stimulates an interesting conversation about helping young people become young to become creators and passionate about their education as future inventors. His “creactivate camps” are touching lives all over the world.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 39
The BP Oil Spill will have long-lasting effects along the Gulf Coast. Dr. Tyler Priest explains what is expected as far as damage to the environment and the economy. The future looks bleak due to the Great Recession of 2010, but for how long? Futurist, Dr. Andy Hines has the forecast for the future.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 38
With Latinos expected to comprise 30% of the U.S. population by 2050, Latino Leadership is imperative to the community and to the nation. Meet two U-H students handpicked to go to a Harvard Leadership Program to meet those goals. Also, Dr. Marie Hernández gives examples of what a defeated Dream Act.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 37
Popular Chef Tarsha Gary aims to “Green” up what children are eating. Using her Ecotone program to fight obesity, she’s turning to Community Gardens to teach healthier ways to eat. Also, with concerns of Obesity so high, and buoyed by First Lady Michelle Obama, Houstonian Gracie Cavnar has a Recipe.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 36
The “Banker to the Poor,” and Nobel Peace Prize winner and creator of “microfinancing” Dr. Mohammad Yunus talks about why he’s created ways to help the world’s impoverished populations. Also, Cristal Montanez Baylor of the Houston based Hashoo Foundation, which uses “Plan Bee” to help women in USA.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 35
She came to the U.S. from China knowing little English. Today, scholar, legal eagle, and community leader Ping Sun leads the way as Rice University’s Representative and school liaison. And PBS personality, Rima Corral, teaches “How ‘Lil Eddie Learned to Read.” Her passion to teach everyone the impo.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 34
The debate over Immigration Reform and the Arizona Law is sweeping the nation from the halls of Congress to Main Street. Is the wave hitting Texas? Texans for Immigration Reform and Immigration lawyer Gordon Quan take up the hot topic and pose solutions. Also, U.S. Reps. Sheila Jackson Lee and Pete
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 33
An award-winning P.R. executive whose personal challenges proved vital to her success. Meet Crystal Brown Tatum and learn how she made it to the top of her game. And Dr. Guadalupe Quintanilla, once labeled âÂÂretardedâ by her teachers, triumphed and surprised even the naysayers with her daun
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 32
A revealing talk with Frank Young, founder of Houston cultural gem, Theater Under the Stars, on this edition of Latina Voices: Smart Talk. Hear how he took TUTS from a city park to Broadway and beyond. And the CEO of the Texas Diversity Council, Dennis Kennedy, tries to show corporate A
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 31
Through his music, Houston Rapper Baby Jay, has a surprisingly positive message for young people: Stay in School! Hear how his rap is motivating students all over the nation. Also, a Latina Exitosa or Successful Latina, Geovana Wilkinson who discusses her rise in
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 30
Rice University's foremost Professor of Mathematics, Dr. Richard Tapia, visits the Latina Voices Ladies to discuss the status of Latinos and Education and the outreach that has garnered him National recognition. The show also looks at Hispanic adoptions or the lack thereof. Experts from Spauldi
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 29
Disease prevention is one way to stay healthy. Hear what nationally-recognized Internist, Dr. Carlos Rivera, says can help stave off diabetes, obesity, cancer, and other chronic conditions. Also, Texas To Go.com is a new place to go to get up to speed on latest Apps and technology to stay on top of
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 28
Olympic Speed Skater Chad Hedrick takes a Bronze Medal in the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and announces his retirement. Now what? The Olympian chats it up with the Latina Voices Ladies about his sport, his new life and his promising future. And, the new Entrepreneur Broadcasting Company (EBC)
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 27
Cyberbulling is the new Buzz Word in American culture, and is becoming more of a deadly problem. Cyberspace is the new haven for schoolyard bullies and is driving young people to suicide. What is happening around the country? What should parents do?
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 26
Latinos in Higher Education is spelled out and the numbers don't look good. Texas's Top Educators: Dr. William Flores, President of the Univ. of Houston Downtown campus and Dr. Guadalupe San Miguel, Mexican American Studies professor of the UofH, break down the sad numbers of Latinos...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 25
Show 25 features the "First Lady of Rock" in Houston, Dayna Steele. Hear her stories about the Rolling Stones, KISS, and many other Rock Stars she worked with side by side. Also, LIFEGIFT is looking for Hispanic organ donors...why? Watch the show!
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 24
Violence in México is raising concerns on both sides of the border. Latina Voices: Smart Talk looks at Drug Cartels and Turf Battles at the center of the bloodshed. Also, Sean Touhy, the father of Michael Orr depicted in the movie The Blindside tells us what's next for his family.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 23
Census 2010: One of the most important duties of all American residents, legal or illegal, is discussed in this edition of Latina Voices: Smart Talk. Census 2010 Media Specialist, Eduardo Guity, and Complete Count Committee Member, Gracie Saenz, spell out the 10 Questions/10 Minutes it takes to be COUNTED. Also, Carla Powers Herron and her book "Matches in the Gastank" her personal story of survival and redemption.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 22
Features the Houston Dynamo's Brian Ching and former President Oliver Luck. Hear about the franchise´s future and exciting things happening now.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 21
Women in Uniform is the theme of this Latina Voices: Smart Talk show. Helping a Hero´s Meredith Iler explains the non-profit program that provides specially adapted housing for the severely injured military troops. Other Women in Uniform: Rosenberg Police Officer Danielle Delgado and Houston Firefighter Laura Saavedra talk about their fascinating careers...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 20
Newly installed Mayor of Houston, the Honorable Annise Parker is a special guest on this edition of Latina Voices: Smart Talk. Parker became only the second woman mayor in Houston history and the first openly gay mayor of a major U-S city. Also, Financial Expert and Author Manisha Thakor talks about...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 19
Date: Jan 20, 2010
Houston Soprano Barbara Padilla sings her way to the top of NBC´s America´s Got Talent competition. The Opera Diva tells Latina Voices her inspiring story of beating cancer and reaching her dreams of ...
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 18
Date: Jan 10, 2010
The Honorable Judge and former U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales discusses his history-making but controversial position as a Bush (43) cabinet member, his new career in academia and his future plans.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 17
Date: Dec 30, 2009
Latin Rock Band Leader Walter Suhr of Mango Punch fame takes us through memory lane with stories about his ascendance to become a major star on the Latin Music stage. A musical story of success.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 16
Date: Dec 15, 2009
Laurie Carrillo is a real Rocket Scientist! She talks about gazing at the stars from her grandmother´s backyard and dreaming of working for NASA.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 15
Date: Dec 01, 2009
Famed Texas Medical Center Cardiologist, DR. RAFAEL ESPADA, ascends to the Vice Presidency of Guatemala. Learn why he returned to his home country to help fight rampant poverty and for social justice for his constituents.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 14
Date: Nov 01, 2009
Breast Cancer survival is the theme of this Latina Voices Show. Hear what you can do.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 13
Date: Oct 08, 2009
The Obama Administrations' key man to keep Latinos in School, Juan Sepulveda, visits Latina Voices to talk about the White House Initiatives for Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans. Genesys Works in Houston and Minneapolis. Marilyn Logan helps us save money!
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 12
Date: Oct 08, 2009
Internationally known Televangelist, Marcos Witt, talks about his huge Spanish language ministry at Lakewood Church and his mission and music for believers worldwide. Also, Houston Chronicle Business columnist Shannon Buggs gives tips on how to adjust to a whole new Economy.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 11
Date: Aug 28, 2009
Guests include female boxer Marlen Ezparza, James Casey (rookie tight end for the Houston Texans), and there's also the topic of Financial Strategies.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 10
Date: Jul 17, 2009
State of Religion / Hispanic Business Magazine.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 9
Date: Jul 09, 2009
One of the greatest sopranos of our time, Ana Maria Martinez, joins in the Smart Talk... the man behind the Houston Grand Opera also talks ensembles and future plans.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 8
Date: Jul 09, 2009
Female pioneers of today join Minerva, Patricia and Sofia for Smart Talk...and the mortgage crisis also takes center stage.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 7
Date: May 01, 2009
Peace of mind, body and soul during a slumping economy...and the inauguration of Barrack Obama captivate viewers of Smart Talk.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 6
Date: May 01, 2009
Some say the Artic Ice Cap could disappear as early as this summer due to Global Warming. Smart Talk separates fact from fiction, and share great Going Green tips!
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 5
Date: Apr 17, 2009
Politics and race, and race relations in the office are the topics of discussion on this new episode of Latina Voices.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 4
Date: Mar 11, 2009
Health care, or the lack of it, is the hot topic on this episode. Minerva, Patricia and Sofia dissect the idea of universal healthcare.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 3
Date: Sep 26, 2008
Olympic medalists, the Lopez family, stop in for a little chit chat with each of the Latina Voices hosts...post Hurricane Ike.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 2
Date: Oct 30, 2008
Trailblazers grace the set of Latina Voices on episode 2, as well as a hefty debate about gun control...and of course newsmakers talk. Join the discussion.
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Latina Voices: Smart Talk
Episode 1
Date: Sep 26, 2008
The ladies talk politics, the Olympics, business and immigration, all on the first episode of Latina Voices: Smart Talk. Check out the great chatter and insight.
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