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Charla Comunitaria

The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Olga Negrón is honored to host Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with business owners, community leaders, and elected officials, providing insight and a deeper understanding of our Latin American neighbors.

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    Learning from Each Other with Donna Taggart and Penelope Gale-Hartney | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz is joined by Donna Taggart and her granddaughter Penelope to highlight the importance of educating the next generation about their culture.

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    "I'm Tired of Being the Strong One" with Frances Quinones-Mullen | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz celebrates Women's History Month with Frances Quinones-Mullen, the owner of Panchitas Kitchen, a mobile Latin cuisine company that was born for her lifelong love for cooking.

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    Creating a Two-Way Street with Mayor J. William Reynolds and Janine Santoro | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes Bethlehem Mayor J. William Reynolds and Janine Santoro to talk about the beautiful relationships that were built during a visit to Patillas, Puerto Rico.

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    Normalizing the Struggle with Dr. Ben Iobst | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz sits down with Dr. Ben Iobst, a public safety professional who shares how his personal journey put him on a path to supporting veterans and first responders.

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    Honoring Traditions with Myrna Rivera | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz explores ArtsQuest's upcoming Three Kings Day celebration with Myrna Rivera, Chair of the Latin Programming Committee, which offers cultural events year-round.

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    "Building Lasting Relationships" with Donna Taggart, Carolina Hernandez, and Dr. Ruth Reyes | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz talks with members of the delegation for the Bethlehem Patillas Sister City partnership, which will meet in Puerto Rico in the coming days.

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    "It's All of Us or None of Us" with Carol Obando-Derstine | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz talks with Carol Obando-Derstine about the passions that are driving her in her run for Congress, and the importance of representation in politics.

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    "My History Is Bethlehem's History" with Janine Santoro | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz is joined by Janine Santoro of the City of Bethlehem to reflect on the Bethlehem Patillas Sister City Celebration and what's ahead in the partnership.

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    Making Your Money Work for You with Javier Toro | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes Javier Toro, a representative from Primerica, to talk about the importance of financial independence and education.

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    "Making a Connection with the Island" with Flor and Robert Velez | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz sits down with Flor and Robert Velez of Puerto Rican Culture Preservation, Inc. to talk about the upcoming Puerto Rican parade and festival

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    Bringing Latin Culture to Bethlehem with Miguel Perez | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz is joined by Miguel Perez to talk about the film FANIA All Stars, which tells the story of the 1970s Salsa stars, and his other work.

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    Creating a Healthy Community for All with Sandra Skvasik | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz sits down with Sandra Skvasik, Engagement and Marketing Lead with Blue Zones, to talk about the organization's work to create a healthy Lehigh Valley.

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    Helping People Speak Up for Their Loved Ones with Nadine Young and Emma Ortiz | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes Nadine Young and Emma Ortiz of The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties to talk about the organization's services for residents of all ages.

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    The Approaching Real ID Deadline with Olga Negron | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz talks with Olga Negron about the rapidly approaching enforcement deadline for Real IDs and the importance of getting one.

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    "Something a Textbook Could Never Teach You" with Lizzette Melendez | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz is joined by Lizzette Melendez of the Hispanic Center of the Lehigh Valley to talk about her experience serving our older residents.

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    Important State Service Updates with Rep. Steve Samuelson | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes State Representative Steve Samuelson to talk about important services like Rent Rebates, Real IDs, and much more.

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    "I Am Not Invisible" with Coach Julie and Josue Ortiz | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz talks with Coach Julie and Josue Ortiz about respecting people with disabilities, Julie's programs for adults, and encouraging everyone no matter their ability.

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    Being Thankful for the Experiences with Dr. John Grason | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes Dr. John Grason to talk about his visits to Puerto Rico, his memories of Roberto Clemente, and his thankfulness for the experiences he's had.

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    "We Are Not a Monolith" with Marcia Robiou and Alfa Lopez | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes former radio host Alfa Lopez and documentary filmmaker and reporter Marcia Robiou to talk about key issues for Latinos in this year's election and beyond.

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    Bringing Theatre to the Whole Community with Christopher Shorr | Charla Comunitaria

    Aurea Ortiz welcomes Christopher Shorr of Touchstone Theatre to talk about their efforts to involve the Hispanic community in their local programming year round.

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    "It's Nice to Feel Together" with Nydia Ramos | Charla Comunitaria

    On this Hispanic Heritage Month Special, Aurea Ortiz sits down with Nydia Ramos, a trailblazer in the Lehigh Valley Hispanic community, to share her diverse and unique experiences.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Olga Negrón is honored to host Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with business owners, community leaders, and elected officials, providing insight and a deeper understanding of our Latin American neighbors.

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WDIY 88.1 FM

Produced by WDIY | Lehigh Valley Public Radio

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The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Olga Negrón is honored to host Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with...

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