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NHI Podcasts
by National Hispanic Institute Media
Ernesto Nieto, President and Founder of the National Hispanic Institute (NHI), and other senior members of the team sit with community leaders, educators, public officials, and friends to discuss and debate issues and opportunities within the hemispheric Latino community. NHI is a 41-year old nonprofit with a mission of making leadership a priority to Latino youth and communities of the future.
Episodes
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NHI Journeys: Los "Lead Ambassadors" de NHI Mexico
En este episodio, Isabella Matamoros entrevista a Rodrigo Rosales Visoso, director de expansión en Latinoamérica. Rosales comparte cómo llegó a NHI y cómo, después de cuatro años de trabajo dedicado, ha logrado que NHI México crezca en influencia dentro de la historia de NHI. Ahora la historia de...
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The LDZ Experience
Join Isa Matamoros, Cruz Ramos, Katherine Galvez-Moreno, and Nayla Perez to explore the ins and outs of NHI's Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session. In this podcast, you'll get an inside look at the breakthroughs, defining moments, and core memories that emerge at the LDZ. Host: Isabella...
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The JFL Internship Experience
Join us to hear more from NHI's 2026 Summer John F. Lopez Fellow interns. In this episode, they share their journeys with NHI, what inspired them to apply for this experience, and their initial takeaways from the program. Isabella Matamoros, first-year student at the University of Georgia, Athens...
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Journey to the Texas 4-Day Great Debate
Join us to hear more about the preparations behind the Texas 4-Day Great Debates! In this episode, we interview Great Debate participants from NHI Houston, Great Debate Staff from NHI Austin, as well as Isabella Sada Nieto, Director of the Texas 4-Day Great Debates. Hosts: Isabella Matamoros and...
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La Experiencia Internacional
Acompáñanos para escuchar más sobre la Experiencia de Participantes Internacionales. En este episodio, entrevistamos a tres valiosos NHIers de México y Guatemala. Jose Montenegro, Cesar Franco, y Alvaro Castillo comparten sus historias y consejos con nuestros seguidores. Host & Audio Editing:...
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The Collegiate World Series Experience
In this episode, Isabella Matamoros, a first-year student at the University of Georgia, and Mia Aguinaga, a first-year student at Augustana College, reflect on nostalgic CWS memories and breakthrough moments alongside some of NHI’s recent graduates. Emmanuel Gutierrez and Maulid Sanchez Carmona...
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Education Directors
Listeners hear from National Hispanic Institute (NHI) Trustee and Texas Collegiate World Series (CWS) Education Director Angela Masciale, as well as Texas Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session (LDZ) Education Director and NHI legacy George Nicolas Rodriguez. They reflect on their journeys...
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The Great Debate Experience
In this episode, Isabella Matamoros, a first-year student at the University of Georgia, sits down with some of NHI's recent Great Debate participants. In the first segment, Isa interviews Emma Wulff to discuss her experience as an Oratory finalist at the 2025 Northeast Great Debate at Saint…
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NHI Journeys: NHI Emerging Communities
In this episode, Isabella Matamoros, a first-year student at the University of Georgia, sits down with two groups of NHI volunteers who are major players in some of NHI’s emerging communities. In the first segment, Isa interviews Cruz Ramos, Camila Castro, and Diego Gomez Zamora to discuss...
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NHI Journeys: Recruitment 101
In this episode, Isabella Sada Nieto, Director of the Texas 4-Day Great Debates, sits down with two of NHI’s most successful recruiters, Samuel Molloy and Isabella Matamoros. Together, they share their recruitment strategies, reflect on what drives their success, and offer valuable insights for…
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Infopods 20: Discussing the 2023 Great Debate CX and Mock Trial Topics
NHI president and founder Ernesto Nieto and education office leader Julio Cotto discuss the Great Debate mock trial and cross examination topics. Copyright (c) 2023. www.nationalhispanicinstitute.org
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Infopods 19: About the 2023 Great Debate Theme
NHI president and founder Ernesto Nieto and education office leader Julio Cotto discuss the history of NHI's Great Debate. They present and dissect the 2023 Great Debate theme. www.nationalhispanicinstitute.org
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Infopods 18: Understanding Community Equity Building (CEB)
In a conversation with Julio Cotto, NHI Senior Vice President and alumnus, founder and President Ernesto Nieto, and co-founder Gloria de Leon, the core NHI concept of "Community Equity Building (CEB)" is explored. Part of NHI's Spring Training program, this conversation is also relevant to alumni...
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Infopods 17: About the 2019 NHI Learning Theme
Recorded in Maxwell, Texas at NHI's headquarters, Julio Cotto, Chris Nieto, and NHI Founder and President Ernesto Nieto discuss the 2019 Summer Learning Theme.
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Live from Celebracion: Rachel Basoco
This was an interview conducted by Phil West of young entrepreneur, NHI alumna, and Celebracion presenter Rachel Basoco. An alumna of NHI at Houston and the Texas Great Debate, former Governor of the New York LDZ, All Star at the CWS, avid volunteer, and member of the Junior Faculty, Rachel has...
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Live from Celebracion: Anita Fernandez
This was an interview conducted by Phil West of Anita Fernandez, 2018 NHI Distinguished Alumna at the Celebracion 2018 conference in San Marcos, Texas sponsored by the National Hispanic Institute in November. Anita was honored for her work in San Antonio and her years of service to the Institute…
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Live from Celebracion: Alvaro "Varo" Maldonado
This was an interview of Varo Maldonado conducted by Phil West at the Celebracion 2018 conference in San Marcos, Texas sponsored by the National Hispanic Institute in November. Varo was honored with this rare award for his 30+ years of supporting the work of the Institute and for being the…
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NHI Notables: Ep 10 - A Conversation about Tejano Culture and Music with Ruben "El Gato" Negro and Leonard Davila
In a slight departure from previous conversations, NHI Founder and President Ernesto Nieto invites Tejano artists Ruben "El Gato Negro" Ramos and Leonard Davila of Street People to Maxwell to talk about the history and importance of Tejano music and the movement. Ernesto has been in talks with…
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NHI Notables: Ep 9 - Dr. Joseph Villescas, TXGD '93, TXLDZ '94, former NHI HQ researcher
Former head of NHI's Collaborative Research Center, Dr. Joseph Villescas has had a long history with NHI going back to being the younger sibling of an alumna. Years later, he was recognized as a Distinguished Alumnus for his contributions to NHI's research, study, and publications. He was most...
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Infopods 16: About the 2018 Mock Trial Topic
Recorded in Maxwell, Texas at NHI's headquarters, Julio Cotto and Ernesto Nieto discuss the 2018 Mock Trial topic in preparation for the Great Debates.
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Infopods 15: About the 2018 Extemporaneous Speaking Topic
Recorded in Maxwell, Texas at NHI's headquarters, Julio Cotto and Ernesto Nieto discuss the 2018 Extemporaneous Speaking topic in preparation for the Great Debates.
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Infopods 14: About the 2018 Cross Examination Debate Topic
Recorded in Maxwell, Texas at NHI's headquarters, Julio Cotto and Ernesto Nieto discuss the 2018 Cross Examination debate topic in preparation for the Great Debates.
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Infopods 13: About the 2018 Oratory Topic
Recorded in Maxwell, Texas at NHI's headquarters, Julio Cotto and Ernesto Nieto discuss the 2018 Oratory topic in preparation for the Great Debates.
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NHI Notables: Ep 8 - A. J. Del Cueto, Filmmaker, TXGD '98, TXLDZ '99, TXCWS '00, JFL '02
Once known as part of a group of friends and high school volunteers known as the "LDZ Gods", A. J. Del Cueto, San Antonio alumnus and filmmaker drops by the NHI Ranch for a conversation about NHI memories, the state of Latinos in film, and future creative projects that set out to tell new Latino...
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NHI Notables: Ep 7 - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, NATLDZ '05, Candidate for the U.S. Congress
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez from Yorktown Heights, New York by way of the Bronx participated in 2005 and in her years has become an Education Director, Onsite Director, Secretary of State, curriculum specialist, trainer, and all around volunteer. This summer, Alexandria will challenge a longtime…
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NHI Notables: Ep 6 - John Rodarte, NMLDZ '88, Educator, 1st NM "Ricky Miranda" Recipient, joined by NHI co-founder Gloria de Leon
In this special episode, Ernesto is joined by co-founder Gloria de Leon as they interview New Mexico alumnus and first New Mexico LDZ "Ricky Miranda" award recipient - John Rodarte. A reflective conversation that accounts for over 25 years of history, they discuss the meaning behind the LDZ and…
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Infopods 12: About the Change a Life Campaign
Ernesto Nieto, NHI President and Founder, joined by Paola Hernandez and Julio Cotto, presents the opportunity for the NHI community to play a financial investor role this Spring through the "Change a Life" campaign. You can learn how you or your business can become investors and make an impact.
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NHI Notables: Ep 5 - Tino Villarreal, Athletic Director of St. Joseph Academy, Head Football Coach, and NHI at Tip of Texas Project Administrator
In this episode, Ernesto interviews longtime faculty member, trainer, former staffer, and all around engaged alumnus Tino Villarreal. Tino is the Project Administrator for the NHI at Tip of Texas Alliance but is also an Athletic Director of St. Joseph Academy in Brownsville, Texas. He is also a...
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Infopods 11: The 2018 NHI Summer Theme
NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto alongside NHI team members Julio Cotto and Paola Hernandez discuss the 2018 Theme. This year, NHI will explore the concept of social labeling and its impact on public policy making throughout the U.S. and Latin America. They discuss the different manner the...
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NHI Notables: Ep 4 - Natalia Palmarini, NYC Alumna and team member at the Archdiocese of New York
NYC native Natalia Palmarini has been involved with NHI almost ten years and attended every experience from Great Debate to the LDZ to Celebration to the Collegiate Leadership Network. The Villanova University alumna has also served as a John F. Lopez Research and Management Fellow at NHI's home...
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NHI Notables: Ep 3 - Carlos Paz, Communications Director at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus
Carlos Paz, Director of Communications for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, is interviewed by fellow Houstonian Ernesto Nieto, NHI President and Founder. They discuss his leadership journey with NHI, his career in community development and public service. The conversation ends with brief talks...
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NHI Notables: Ep 2 - Paola Hernandez, NHI Director of Special Projects
In a new segment, NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto launches a series of interviews with notable alumni and partners throughout the NHI community. This second interview is with newer NHI team members, former NHI at El Paso Project Administrators, and longtime volunteer Paola Hernandez.…
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NHI Notables: Ep 1 - Julio Cotto, NHI Sr. VP
In a new segment, NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto launches a series of interviews with notable alumni and partners throughout the NHI community. This first test run interview takes place with NHI Senior Vice President and 1997 New Mexico LDZ alumnus Julio Cotto. Follow up interviews will...
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Infopods 10: About NHI and the High School Leadership Journey
Julio Cotto, NHI Senior Vice President, and 1997 New Mexico LDZ alumnus, interviews Ernesto Nieto, NHI President and Founder, about his motivations and vision in starting the Institute. They also discuss the goals and learning impact of each experience from Great Debate, to the LDZ, to the CWS....
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Platicas: Ep 4 - Reflections on 2017 and Resolutions for 2018
After an intense 2017, Ernesto Nieto, NHI President and Founder, sits down with NHI Senior Vice President, Julio Cotto, to reflect on the tumultuous 2017 while looking forward to 2018. They take a close look at the state of the Latino community, particularly in the United States. They also look...
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Platicas: Ep 3 - Examining the New Reality of Leadership
Ernesto Nieto, NHI President and Founder, discusses new social trends and realities with Karla Martinez, NHI alumna and Director of Six Day Great Debates, and Julio Cotto, NHI alumnus and Senior Vice President. For more information, visit .
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Infopods 7: The 2017 Mock Trial Topic
In this conversation from NHI's home office, the mock trial topic for the 2017 Great Debate is discussed. Julio Cotto, NHI alumnus and Senior Vice President, interviews Ernesto Nieto, NHI President and Founder. For more information on NHI, visit .
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Infopods 9: The 2017 Extemporaneous Speaking Topic
NHI President and Founder, Ernesto Nieto, and Julio Cotto, NHI alumnus and Senior Vice President discuss the Extemporaneous Speaking topic in preparation for the 2017 Great Debate sessions. For more information on NHI visit .
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Infopods 8: The 2017 Oratory Topic
Ernesto Nieto, President and Founder of the National Hispanic Institute, and Julio Cotto, NHI alumnus and Senior Vice President discuss the Oratory topic for the 2017 NHI Great Debate sessions. For more information on NHI visit .
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Infopods 6: The 2017 Cross Examination Topic
Ernesto Nieto, President and Founder of the National Hispanic Institute, is joined by Julio Cotto, NHI Alumnus and Senior Vice President to discuss the 2017 Great Debate Topic for Cross Examination.
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Infopods 5: About the Game of Extemporaneous Speaking
At the home office in Maxwell, Texas, NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto, and alumnus and Senior Vice President Julio Cotto discuss the event of Extemporaneous Speaking. One of the events featured annually at NHI's Great Debate leadership experiences, the event of "Extemp" requires quick...
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Infopods 4: About the Game of Mock Trial at the Great Debate
A brief conversation recorded at the home office of the National Hispanic Institute in Maxwell, Texas featuring President and Founder Ernesto Nieto and alumnus and Senior Vice President Julio Cotto. Throughout the talk, Ernesto and Julio explore the purpose, meaning, and structure of the mock…
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Infopods 3: About the Game of Cross Examination (CX) at the Great Debate
A brief conversation with NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto and Julio Cotto, NHI alumnus and Senior Vice President recorded at the home office in Maxwell, Texas. Throughout the brief talk, they explore the description and meaning of cross examination debate as of of the essential learning...
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Infopods 2: About the Game of Oratory at the Great Debate
A brief conversation with NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto and NHI alumnus and Senior Vice President Julio Cotto about the summer game of "Oratory". "Oratory" is a part of NHI's Great Debate learning experience, part of the annual summer leadership academy of programs that develop future...
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Infopods 1: Exploring the Great Debate Theme
A brief conversation recorded at the home office of the National Hispanic Institute in Maxwell, Texas with President and Founder Ernesto Nieto and alumnus and Senior Vice President Julio Cotto. The conversation explores the background for this year's Great Debate theme and its importance as a…
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Platicas: Ep 2 - 76 Years of Life, 37 years of NHI
National Hispanic Institute team members Julio Cotto and Karla Martinez interview NHI President and Founder Ernesto Nieto on the eve of his 76th birthday. In preparation for a celebration on the grounds of the Institute, Ernesto shares stories of getting the organization started while sharing his...
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Platicas: Ep 1 - A College Conversation with Ernesto Nieto, Karla Martinez & Julio Cotto
In this conversation, Ernesto Nieto interview two members of the NHI staff regarding the influences on their college choice, the challenges of navigating the admissions process, the adjustment to college life, and advice they share to current high school students and families preparing for the…
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Ernesto Nieto, President and Founder of the National Hispanic Institute (NHI), and other senior members of the team sit with community leaders, educators, public officials, and friends to discuss and debate issues and opportunities within the hemispheric Latino community. NHI is a 41-year old nonprofit with a mission of making leadership a priority to Latino youth and communities of the future.
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