While currently on their much-anticipated tour in the United States, Thee Sacred Souls made a recent stop in Seattle on Sunday, February 26th, and they did not disappoint! The band hails from San Diego, California, and has emerged over the past few years with a nostalgic and captivating sound. Signed to Daptone Records, Thee Sacred…
When you think of Desi Arnaz, you can’t help but think of his iconic and beloved character “Ricky Ricardo” in the famous I Love Lucy series which aired from 1951 – 1957, and the Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour from 1957-1960. The Latino community has every reason to celebrate the legend and brilliance of Arnaz’s contributions to…
Hosted by Elisa Garcia Editor’s Note: This is a transcription of Latinitas Magazine’s SoundCloud podcast “20 Questions With,” where we invite bold and creative individuals to discuss their experiences and background. Listen along by clicking the link! Hola Chicas! Welcome to 20 Questions With, a podcast in conjunction with Latinitas Magazine. Latinitas Magazine is a strong…
Yesterday, March 6th, Latinitas was invited to record a live taping of our podcast Conversando for SXSW EDU! The episode “Building An Ecosystem for Latina Prosperity” featured three panelists, Stephanie Garcia from the Intercultural Development Research Association, Johanna Moya Fábregas from Con Mi MADRE, and our incredible Executive Director Gabriela Kane Guardia from Latinitas. Supporting…
Seattle has seen an influx of homelessness in recent years. In fact, many West Coast cities have experienced the same issue such as Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Earlier this year, a survey conducted in Portland’s metro area counted about 6,633 homeless, an increase from the last Point-In-Time surveys conducted over the last few…
Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are all incredibly important when seeking potential internships or jobs. We are now more visible than ever which means that we must be careful about what we post online. Below is some advice regarding social media from career counselors and other professionals. Facebook Facebook can be a tricky place to navigate….
From the moment Cynthia Lee Fontaine entered the werkroom, she was an effortless favorite. Her charisma, comedy, and cucu all stood out, making her a beloved icon. Since her last appearance on Drag Race Season 9, Fontaine has gone through quite a journey. Experiencing various health crises, including several back surgeries and a hip replacement….
The Austin Film Festival is an 8-day convention that kicks off in October, featuring writing competitions, panel discussions, and even exclusive screenings. Though the Festival may be months away, deadlines for the competitions and early registration are coming up, so in preparation for this exciting event I sat down with Script Director Grace Donaldson to…
Just a couple songs to start off with, then a whole album, then two full albums, a secret demo reel you could only access through a specific website, the lead singer’s original solo project he’d made when he was 17. I still know every word. I began watching well over 20 interviews a day. Learning…
