Episode 1: Conversation with Carlos Acta

Send us a Text Message and share your thoughtsWelcome to The Modern Latino Podcast, with your hosts Gene and Ivan!Our goal is simple: have thoughtful conversations about the issues impacting our lives, highlight individuals doing great things in their communities, and finally, celebrate all of the beautiful cultures that make-up the Latino diaspora. We do this by keeping an open mind, trying to learn something new, and always treating each other with respect.On this episode we have a terrific conversation with our new friend, Carlos Acta. Carlos is a graduate of Columbia University where he majored in Political Science and International Relations. He has worked as a US - UN congressional Liaison organizing specialized briefings for Members of Congress and UN officials.  A native son of the Bronx, he is the perfect guest to help us kick-off our first episode.We discuss the situation currently happening in the Middle East and learn about the historical events behind both sides of the war. This is a really complex subject, but hopefully you will learn something new via this discussion. Want to learn more? Books mentioned on this podcast include:A History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict - Mark A. TesslerFrom Beirut to Jerusalem - Tom FriedmanThe Question of Palestine - Edward SaidThe Case for Israel - Alan DershowitzThank you for listening. Please subscribe for future episodes!Contact us at: [email protected] the showPlease like, follow, and support The Modern Latino:Email:[email protected]:https://themodernlatino.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernlatinopodcast/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheModernLatinoPodcastX (Twitter):https://twitter.com/ModernLatinoPodLove the show? Help us keep the conversation going by buying us a cafecito! ☕️ Your support fuels our passion for storytelling and allows us to bring you more inspiring stories from the modern Latino experience. Every sip—uh, we mean tip—makes a difference! 💛Support us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/themodernlatinoThe views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.