Translators Podcast

Content Creator Radel Ortiz might be known for his loud and viral comedy videos, but on this episode he opens up about growing up on the rough side of New York, erasing superficial goals while creating healthy ones, and his past struggles with mental health. He also shares how comedy legends inspired him and how being broke is better than being unhappy. Michael and Jaime are joined again by their guest fact-checker, comedian Jerry Diaz, to help them give a quick comedic history lesson on non Latino actors playing Latino characters in TV and film.

Director Kris Merc opens up about his childhood struggles and how his vibrant, family movie nights in Puerto Rico influenced his artistic and cinematic side. Kris recalls his journey to becoming a director after realizing cubicle life was not it. He also shares with us the way he thinks outside the box with Latino content and how he is able to adapt working on many different types of projects such as film, music videos, animation, and stand-up specials. To kick off the show, Michael and Jaime are joined by their guest fact-checker, comedian Jerry Diaz, to give a quick comedic history lesson on Latino directors in Hollywood.

Comedian Gina Brillon speaks to The Translators about how being a people pleaser turned her into a comedian. She talks about writing from the truth, how comedy took her from the background to center stage, and she shares her fears about being judged on “America’s Got Talent.” Michael and Jaime are joined by their guest fact-checker, comedian Anthony Palmini, to give a comedic history lesson on Latino TV Comedies.

Writers Dominic Colon and Yamin Segal share the impact of perseverance, hustle and trusting in your worthiness. Yamin talks about living your life fully to find inspiration and Dominic reveals how getting to know yourself can spark great material. Michael and Jaime are joined again by their guest fact-checker, comedian Jerry Diaz, to give a humorous history lesson on Latino Writers in Hollywood.

Actor and Stand up comedian Dee Nasty reveals what really goes on in her family WhatsApp, comments on the dark side of social media, and talks about becoming choosy as she transitioned from influencer to businesswoman. As usual, our hosts Bago and Jaime are joined by Jerry Diaz, as they enlighten us with a comedic lesson on Latino social media influencers.

Comedians Gastor Almonte and Ian Lara discuss the difference between being a Latino comedian and a comedian who happens to be Latino, adapting and changing your language with the times, and building community as a creator. Ian shares the best advice he’s ever gotten and Gastor talks about having a long term plan as an artist.  Michael and Jaime are joined by their guest fact-checker, comedian Anthony Palmini, to help them give a quick comedic history lesson on Latino stand-up comedians.

“With Love” actress Julissa Calderon shares how the hood and journaling shaped her resilient mindset. Julissa also explains how chemistry class may have inadvertently led to her acting career and how the heartbreak of “Gentefied” being canceled by Netflix taught her to be even more unapologetic. Plus, Michael and Jaime school us on the history of Latina actresses on the big screen and comedian and resident fact checker Jerry Diaz joins them with facts and trivia.

In this premiere episode of "The Translators", hosts Michael and Jaime talk to actor JADEN MICHAEL who reveals his secret to learning lines, his fears behind taking on his powerful role in “Colin in Black and White,” and his path to break the belief that rejection means failure. Also, Michael and Jaime give us a comedic mini history of Latino actors on screen and introduce us to their fact-checker extraordinaire, comedian Jerry Diaz.

Comedians Michael Diaz and Jaime Fernandez are fed up with the representation of Latinos in mainstream media and literature. In “The Translators” podcast, they feature the abundance of creative talent the Latin community has to offer that is often overlooked and misrepresented. Join Michael and Jaime as they uncover the passion, path and process of each guest to reveal what has made them successful in their highly competitive fields and challenge the myths that come with Latinx stereotypes. Discover why these actors, writers, directors and comedians do what they do, what it took for them to get there, and what gets their creative jugos flowing. In each episode, Michael and Jaime guide us through the history of Latino representation of their guests’ respective craft in the only way they know how–with jokes and comedic monologues. Even though we’re speaking the same language, some people still need Translators!

Comedians Michael Diaz and Jaime Fernandez are fed up with the representation of Latinos in mainstream media and literature. In “The Translators” podcast, they feature the abundance of creative talent the Latin community has to offer that is often overlooked and misrepresented.  Join Michael and Jaime as they uncover the passion, path and process of each guest to reveal what has made them successful in their highly competitive fields and challenge the myths that come with Latinx stereotypes. Discover why these actors, writers, directors and comedians do what they do, what it took for them to get there, and what gets their creative jugos flowing.  In each episode, Michael and Jaime guide us through the history of Latino representation of their guests’ respective craft in the only way they know how–with jokes and comedic monologues. Even though we’re speaking the same language, some people still need Translators!