EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 2 MIN
Introducing Our Thing: The Birth of Salsa in Nueva York | 1
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Hosted by Brooklyn native Rosie Perez comes the story of Fania Records, the “Motown of Salsa.” The artists from Fania toured the world, sold millions of records and changed culture forever. But Fania Records also became mired by royalty divisions, lawsuits and falling-outs. This is the story of the birth of salsa in Nueva York and the rebellious, seductive and political label that defined it: Fania Records. It is the most comprehensive audio narrative yet made about the birth and wild heights of salsa, a genre that continues to shape global culture today. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-thing-the-birth-of-salsa-in-nueva-york/id1896449326
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Hosted by Brooklyn native Rosie Perez comes the story of Fania Records, the “Motown of Salsa.” The artists from Fania toured the world, sold millions of records and changed culture forever. But Fania Records also became mired by royalty divisions, lawsuits and falling-outs. This is the story of the birth of salsa in Nueva York and the rebellious, seductive and political label that defined it: Fania Records. It is the most comprehensive audio narrative yet made about the birth and wild heights of salsa, a genre that continues to shape global culture today. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-thing-the-birth-of-salsa-in-nueva-york/id1896449326
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