CUNY TV's Nueva York

Visitamos al artista nuyorican Danny Cortés en Bushwick, conversamos con Ligia Guallpa de Workers Justice Project y los deliveristas y con los hermanos Sanabria diseñadores de Lyenzo, destacando creatividad, derechos laborales y sostenibilidad.

On Women’s Month: Gianina Enriquez, community organizer at the Queens Museum; activist Elizabeth Castañeda & designer Alexandra Ramos on the ups & downs of migrating at young age artist Rose Deler exploring memory, identity & the Dominican experience here.

Celebrating Black History Month: CCCADI on a dialogue on its roots. Then El Consulado NYC,a passport-free space of Venezuelan art & diaspora stories; for Fashion Week Hugo Herrera, a tailor giving free lessons to immigrants in Stitches by Hugo Foundation.

Father Fabián of Saint Peter’s Church shares how they support immigrants facing legal uncertainty; writer Carmen Boullosa interviews architect Felipe Leal on humane cities; artist Juan Carlos Pinto reflects on identity through MetroCard portraits.

Meet therapist Doris Benitez & her inspiring immigrant story. Sara Rojas, Luisa Ramirez are La Char-CUTE-rie owners; photographer Stephanie Keith & her work on ICE’s human impact & Alexis Mendoza, the Latin American Art Triennial director. Feliz Navidad!

We spoke with Amelia Scdoris from Cabrini Immigrant Services, which supports migrant families; Adriana Aristizábal, a journalist and founder of iVoice Communications; and Bárbara Herr, a pioneering transgender actress and LGBTQ+ rights advocate.

Professor/Journalist Mario Murillo talks about the upcoming elections & the importance of a free press; fashion designer Pedro Juan on art and Latin heritage; the creators of Mexodus and the untold story of black slaves escaping to Mexico to be free.

John Jay College professor John Gutiérrez examines anti-migration policies; journalist María Jimena Duzán presents her documentary Después del Frío; and as part of MINDS Sessions, Alex Moreno shares his anticorridos for Suicide Prevention Day.

Photographer Alexis Rodriguez-Duarte & stylist Tico Torres honor Celia Cruz; artist Iván Argote’s giant dove graces the High Line; comic Anapaula Guajardo breaks stereotypes with bilingual humor.

This special anniversary episode celebrates two decades of the groundbreaking CUNY TV show. Through a reunion of producers, impactful stories, and behind-the-scenes moments, it highlights the show's cultural relevance, its role in uplifting Latino voices

Join us to celebrate Pride Month, environmental justice & the power of Cuban music on Broadway: Fernando Travesí, dir. of Center for Transitional Justice, Hennessy Garcia and the Sane Energy Project, and the Tony-winner cast of Buena Vista Social Club.

Ángela Mondragón faced harsh realities of our immigration system. Ángelo Cabrera, immigrant student advocate, leads the City College Immigrant Student Center. Karla Florez’s Somos Cumbia, Somos Familia featured at the Museum of the City of New York

For Spanish Language Day, Carmen Boullosa speaks with Javier Valdivielso, the new director of Instituto Cervantes NY. In honor of Earth Day, Cubel Designs highlights their work with Indigenous artisans and upcycling. Marco Saavedra reflects on Latino youth

Spaniard Afro-descendant actor, writer & cultural organizer Silvia Albert Sopale explores art, activism & identity. Isabel Saavedra, once undocumented, is now a top immigration lawyer. Anapaula Guajardo brings Hispanic comedy to a new level in NYC.

Honoring Black History Month with FDLA founder Albania Rosario and the Caribbean rhythms from music and dance collective La Rueda de Oro. During Fashion Week, designer Manuel de la Cruz shares how indigenous and Catholic traditions inspire his work.

Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz talks about her Carnegie Hall residency; activist Rosalinda Martínez and Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz tackle mass deportations; Colombian artist Iván Argote unveils the reason forDinosaur his giant dove sculpture in Midtown.

This December, Nueva York brings you stories of resilience, creativity, and hope. We highlight the incredible work of Pulso NY, an organization dedicated to reuniting parents and children separated for years, sharing the emotional journeys of families coming together against all odds. Esteemed Mexican author Carmen Boullosa sits down with Chilean writer Carla Guelfenbein, winner of the Alfaguara Prize, to discuss her powerful literary work and her tireless advocacy for women's rights. Plus, Peruvian singer-songwriter Marco Trigoso takes center stage, using his music to spread positivity and inspire audiences everywhere. Join us as we celebrate the power of connection and the human spirit.

Carmen Boullosa interviews MET curator Laura Filloy on cultural relevance of ancient artifacts. Rafa Sanchez, Repertorio's new director, shares his vision for Latin theater in NYC. Artist Franck de las Mercedes discusses his creative residency at Oculus.

Nuria Morgado, CUNY prof the first woman to lead U.S. Spanish Language Academy. Social worker, Ines Gonzalez on mental health for young adults. Tico Torres, Alexis Rodriguez-Duarte, photos immortalized Celia Cruz, the Queen of Salsa and more Latinos.

In the upcoming elections, Latino voters are poised to play a crucial role. To gain insights into this diverse electorate, we turn to experts from different fields: Prof. Viviana Rivera-Burgos, Mixteca's dir Lorena Kourusias and artist Elena del Rivero

Emmy winner stories: Barbara Kent, a trans makeup artist, volunteered during 9/11. Julio Diaz, a street artist, created a salsa dance doll tied to his feet. Andrea Salazar, given 6 months to live, survived 6 years with faith and a healthy lifestyle.

Baruch Prof. Lizbeth de la Cruz on her El Paso del Norte mural project. Chef Jorge Cardenas of Maya Ix Restaurant was selected by NY Times 100 best recipes. Artist Alberto Ferreras presents his stunning traveling video exhibit, AmericanLatinos 1935-1945

Carmen Boullosa interviews Afro-Cuban poet Nancy Morejon. For Pride Month, we highlight trans LaGuardia student Nirvana Garcia and musician/veteran Maya Garcia. Nuyorican writer Giannina Braschi reflects on the cultural impact of Puerto Ricans in NY.

Mardonio Carballo is a Nahua poet/ activist sharing his cultural heritage and passion for social change. Carlos Hernandez on teaching adults in the literacy program at La Jornada; Carmen Linares on being a role model for other women in Flamenco.

Writer/professor Rojo Robles of Baruch College explores Afro-Latinos and Spanglish. Havana Film Festival NY celebrates 24 years. Loisaida Center discusses Puerto Rican cultural preservation. Musicians honor legendary flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucia

We celebrate Women's History Month with remarkable women who have surpassed the standards in their careers and attitudes toward life: Craig Newmark School Dean Graciela Mochkofsky, CCNY Valedictorian Darresa Rodriguez; CFDA's honoree Maria Cornejo

Honoring BHM: Nuyorican Ed Morales and his book Latinx: The New Force in American Politics & Culture. Hip hop duo Dawer x Damper on their music honoring their Afro-Colombian roots. Angel Gil Teatro Thalia's director of the only bilingual theater in Queens

Chilean novelist Roberto Brodsky on writing and the Latino voters in 2024; filmmaker/Hunter grad Melissa Montero brings light on being Puerto Rican from NY; LaGuardia College provides non-traditional education at the Center for Immigrant Education CIET

Carmen Boullosa interviews Mario Obrero a laureate poet from Spain; La Jornada, an organization led by Pedro Rodríguez that offers humanitarian aid in Queens; Ecuadorian designer/activist Leo Cerda on the Hakhu Project that empowers women from Amazon

In this episode: Carmen Boullosa interviews the award-winning Argentine writer Claudia Piñeiro; we explore City College's Continuing Education Program for GED preparation; and we delve into the career of the extraordinary Mexican jazz singer Magos Herrera

El Museo del Barrio's director Patrick Charpenel on its future; CWE's 10 The Americas Poetry Festival; Nuyorican Councilwoman Carlina Rivera on housing; Musicians Gale (Puerto Rico), K-efe, (Chile,) and Lia Kali (Spain) on the #metoo in the music industry

Multi-awarded Mexican writer Carmen Boullosa on "The Book of Eve", her most recent book. Richard Sáenz is an attorney of the legendary organization Lambda Legal. Alberto “Beto” and Ernesto are two members of the famous trio, the Villalobos Brothers.

Carmen Boullosa talks with the renowned journalist María Hinojosa about the importance of the immigrant community. Rose, a trans woman, on her journey to cross the border. FIT' curator Tanya Meléndez-Escalante speaks about FIT's exhibit ModaHoy!

Historian and best-selling author Felipe Pigna about his book Gardel; MoMA PS1 in Queens brings the Aymara cosmogony to the Museum; Mexican-American Aliza Nizenbaum on her exhibit Queens Lindo y Querido. Cousins Ivan y Leonardo on crossing the border.

Nueva York celebrates #earthday and the #UNSpanishLanguageDay with a line-up of amazing guests from the #LatinoCommunity: Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winner journalist Maria Hinojosa, Cuban Artist Esterio Segura; Mexican designer/artisan Lalo Estrada

Celebrating Women’s History Month, NYU’s King Juan Carlos Center visiting professor Veronica Gago, a specialist in gender issues/feminism; Latina women speak about women's rights at this moment; Independent filmmaker Marta Bautís on her creative process.

Cuban Raymel Casamayor shares his reflections on his Afro-Latino roots. Frankie Miranda, president of the Hispanic Federation, tells us about its many programs to help our community nationwide. Guido Colzani on he creation of his alter ego Magic Sandwich.

Lorine Padilla, godmother of the Bronx, ex-gang member, CUNY alumni and a women's rights advocate Filmmaker Catalina Santamaría on her film about NY Squatters in the '80s; DJ/Drummer Rosa Marín on their relationship with music, immigration and NY at night

Katherine Jimenez was the 1st instructor to teach mambo NY style at the Ailey Extension. Trans Latina Elisa Crespo on education and trans rights; Cristian Peña and his idea of the American Dream and Mafer Bandola on how it is to play a "man's instrument."

In Lower Manhattan, plastic artist and philanthropist Cristóbal Gabarrón and his son Juan, CEO of The Gabarrón Foundation, talk about their evolution worldwide and the project "Ámbito," with which they celebrate their 30th anniversary. In the subway, Julio Díaz tell us how he became the first artist to invent salsa dancing with a doll tied to his feet. And, in Central Park, "Primer Impacto" reporter from Univision, Nayeli Chávez-Geller, reveals how her dream of being in television was possible thanks to City College.

Colombian dancer and choreographer Alvaro Restrepo on El Colegio del Cuerpo as a way to educate low income children; Chef Eduardo Cuenca in what Latin cuisine fusion means. Carmen Boullosa talks to writer Elena Poniatowska and Mexico mayor Claudia Sheinbaum.

Makeup artist Barbara Kent on volunteering for 9/11; Toñita Cays and her social club for Latinos in Williamsburg; photographer Gabriel Garcia Roman a voice for the Latino and afro queer community; Isabella Ramirez salsa dancer in breaking stereotypes

Peruvian teacher and businesswoman Constanza Ontaneda talks about the transformative power of education and her soap business. Puerto Rican designer Franco Lacosta on creating gender-neutral clothes and how to embrace your 'Latinidad'. Cuban model/actress Rachel Vallori on being in control of your destiny and becoming a health-beauty Latino influencer

Celebrating LGBT and gender non-conforming Pride Month with three outstanding guests Andres Montoya on his relationship with religion; Diana de la Pava on being the best possible single mom; Barbara Kent on her journey to become an LGTB American activist.

Dilson Abreu, BMCC's sophomore student, on his mom's influence to keep studying. Melissa Valencia and Carlos Vaca as refugees and their new project, Immigration Legal Services. Braulio Cuenca, on 25 yrs taking photos to the newlyweds in NY City Hall.

Cuban writer Marcial Gala on what inspired him to write Call Me Casandra. Andrea Salazar was given a year to live but after 5 years, she sees cancer as an opportunity. Jose and Andres make paella in NY as a way to connect their kids with their roots.

On World Women's Month stories of Latinas who've fought and succeeded in battles to achieve a world of equal opportunities and the betterment of humanity: NY State Senator Jessica Ramos, Venezuelan singer Ana Carmela Ramirez, cancer survivor Angela Giraldo

Iván Fajardo and David Little on the challenges as gay, multicultural, interracial couple. Honduran-Palestinian actress Grace Canahuati on her roots and characters. Puerto Rican Franco Lacosta about his decision to design gender-neutral clothes

Daniela Serna and Mafer Bandola on their goals with their music band LADAMA; Hermes Espinoza on his journey from an Indigenous community in Mexico to become a fashion designer in NY; Miguel Sosa on the stigma men face on being victims of domestic violence

This month, stories that earned Nueva York NY Emmy awards in 2021: The band Almaluna and their virtual serenades; Venezuelan Mestiza, one of the most renowned freestyle rappers and mother of two; Ecuadorian Kichwa Hatari, a weekly radio show that highlights the Kichwa language.