On this episode, we sit down with Nadieme Villar, a Belizean filmmaker, to dive into the power of storytelling across different mediums, from novels to filmmaking. Our conversation also touches on the filmmaking landscape in Belize, the challenges and possibilities of Caribbean cinema, and the ways storytelling connects us beyond borders.

Connect with Nadieme Villar:

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nadieme.villar/

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Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.centralamericanvoices.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Producer & Co - Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_lifeintechnicolor/⁠⁠

In this episode, we talk with Josslyn Glenn, a Belizean and Chicana transgender producer from LA, about the role of independent filmmaking in amplifying Central American and LGBTQ+ stories. Josslyn shares how her identity fuels her work, the challenges of making films outside the mainstream, and the activism/resistance behind independent media.

Connect with Josslyn Glenn:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funky.nurd/

Podcast Social Media

Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.centralamericanvoices.com⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/centamvoicespodcast/⁠⁠⁠

Facebook:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/centamvoicespodcast⁠⁠

Twitter:⁠⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/centamvoicespod ⁠⁠⁠

Founder & Host:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/aalquiroz/⁠⁠

Producer & Co - Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_lifeintechnicolor/⁠⁠

We sit down with Jared Olson to discuss his work as a journalist covering stories in Honduras and Central America. He shares how he amplifies Central American narratives through his freelance journalism and fosters community through meaningful connections.

Connect with Jared Olson:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolson321/

Twitter: https://x.com/jolson321

Subscribe to his Sub stack: https://jaredoperiodista.substack.com

Podcast Social Media

Website: ⁠⁠www.centralamericanvoices.com⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/centamvoicespodcast/⁠⁠

Facebook:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/centamvoicespodcast⁠

Twitter:⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/centamvoicespod ⁠⁠

Host Alejandra's IG:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/aalquiroz/⁠

Co-Host Brenda's IG: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_lifeintechnicolor/⁠⁠

Buckle up—this episode is a long one! Alejandra and Brenda sit down to discuss the LA fires, sharing their firsthand experiences as LA residents and emphasizing the importance of community support for those affected. They also open up about their raw emotions while recording on Inauguration Day, breaking down executive orders that impact our communities. And as Bad Bunny fans, they take a deep dive into their personal experiences and interpretations of two special songs from DtMF.

LA FIRES RESOURCES

• Latino Wildfire Aid

1. Gofundme Directory
2. Recovery Fund for Latinos

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

BAD BUNNY ALBUM

Podcast Social Media

Website: ⁠www.centralamericanvoices.com⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/centamvoicespodcast/⁠

Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/centamvoicespodcast

Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/centamvoicespod ⁠

Host Alejandra's IG:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/aalquiroz/

Co-Host Brenda's IG: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_lifeintechnicolor/⁠⁠

As 2024 comes to an end, the Central American Voices Podcast returns after an 11-month break! Join our host and special guest, Brenda Hernandez, for a special update on 2024 and exciting news for 2025.

Brenda's IG: https://www.instagram.com/_lifeintechnicolor/

Mentions:

MiraLA Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/miralapodcast/

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Website: www.centralamericanvoices.com

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/centamvoicespod

Host Alejandra's IG: https://www.instagram.com/aalquiroz/