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Radio Menea

334 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 300 ratings

Two Latinx friends. Wildly different music tastes. Each week they bring you música from the Latinx / Latina / Latino artists they love. Hosted by Miriam Zoila Pérez & Verónica Bayetti Flores.

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Ep 88: Bad Bunny & J Balvin's OASIS

July 05, 2019 04:01 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MB

A duo of urbano titans dropped OASIS on us last week - a major flex from two artists at the top of their game. Pero does it make the explosive landing that they hoped? What does it mean for two white/light Latino men to be claiming to represent Latinx culture at the moment? Will any of these tracks kill at the club? Featuring music by Bad Bunny & J Balvin. Show notes: http://bit.ly/2JpF820 Also this is our last episode before our summer break bbs! We will have a special playa playlist to k...

Ep 87: Listener Picks

June 28, 2019 05:17 - 32 minutes - 59.8 MB

It's your turn bbs! This week we're sharing the music YOU love, and we even get to hear some of your super cute voices and stories. Turns out ya'll have v good taste! We've got Andean anti-colonial ballads, Puerto Rican reggaeton hits, Xicanx soul Rock n Roll y mucho más. Your picks are as eclectic as ours! Featuring music by Oscura Luna, Luis Abanto Morales, Guaynaa, Ana Tijoux, Francisca Valenzuela and As Bahias e a Cozinha Mineira. Show notes: http://bit.ly/2KJy5UZ Follow us: instagram....

Ep 86: Orgullo

June 21, 2019 03:57 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MB

Feliz Pride beibis! This orgullo szn we want to bring you another selection of LGBTQ identified artists who are making gorgeous sounds porque hay muchxs!!! Contrary to some publications that will crown a (as far as we know) straight cis dude a queer Latinx icon porque se pinta las uñas, we believe that *actually* queer and trans Latinx musicians deserve that shine. So aquí están, some amazing queer and trans artists for you to start digging into. Featuring music by Albita, Linn Da Quebrada, ...

Ep 85: Argentina

June 14, 2019 05:06 - 1 hour - 116 MB

Esta semana, we take a deep dive into the music of Argentina -- with an accidental yet very welcome focus on las mujeres! Our friend/favorite Argentine and former Alt.Latino co-host Jasmine Garsd is our special invitada and guest DJ. From tango, to cumbia, to tropical punk, Jas brings us un poco de todo. Join us to learn about literature recommendations to pair with each musical selection (!!!), the growing role of feminism in Argentine society, and exactly how we all feel about horror in lit...

Ep 84: All the New Albums

June 07, 2019 04:01 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MB

Llegó el verano fam, and with it so much new música! This week we have our faves for you, from perreo duro to rich electronic textures, and we may or may not have decided that Maluma is Easy Listening Reggaeton. I mean...si o no? Featuring music by Maluma, Jacob Forever, Fuego, Tito El Bambino, Tomasa del Real, DJ Blass, Maicol Superstar and Vanessa Carrion Upson de Harper. Show notes: radiomenea.com/blog/2019/06/07/episode-84-all-the-new-albums/ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter...

[Encore] Ep 25: Spanglish

May 31, 2019 02:55 - 44 minutes - 81.4 MB

Today's encore episode se trata de that perfect mezcla de inglés and spanish–spanglish! Some of our favorite songs mix these two languages in clever, funny, and straight up artful ways. Ponte redi for a wild spanglish pari! Featuring music by Maluca, Mellow Man Ace, Wisin y Yandel, Prince Royce, N.O.R.E. and El Nene La Amenaza. Show notes: radiomenea.com/blog/2017/03/24/episode-25-spanglish/ Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

Ep 83: DR Diary

May 24, 2019 04:01 - 44 minutes - 81.2 MB

Strap on your seat belts, amores, you're coming with us to the Dominican Republic! This week's episode is the last in our DR series. From last minute bus rides to photoshoots to bachata under the full moon, listen in to hear about our amazing trip and some of the incredible music we enjoyed along the way. Featuring music by Marino Castellanos, Liro Shaq, Ala Jaza, Antony Santos and Wason Brazoban. Show notes: bit.ly/2JX1uJU Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea faceboo...

Ep 82: La Pajarita La Paul

May 17, 2019 04:09 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MB

The second in our trio of episodes recorded on a whirlwind trip to the Dominican Republic, esta semana we bring you a sit down with La Pajarita La Paul. Extravagante, llamativa, and so so fun, Pajarita is a queer DR sensation who's harnessed social media virality and shaped it into a thriving and growing music career. Tune in to hear more about how they got started, their collaborations and inspirations, and what's next. Ah! And put your bilingual hats on - este episodio switches off entre in...

Ep 81: Meet MULA

May 10, 2019 15:17 - 47 minutes - 87.4 MB

Esta semana, a very special treat. In one of a series of episodes from Pérez and Vero's viaje a la República Dominicana, we sit down with electro-Caribbean darlings MULA. In a full episode en español, we chat with Cristabel, Anabel, and Rachel about how they met, the whirlwind magia of their artistic process, their collaborations, and projects to come. Están redi?? Featuring music by MULA, Sibylle Baier, Tokischa ft Tivi Gunz, and Los Melodicos Show notes: bit.ly/2HiCHgn Follow us: instagr...

Ep 80: Primavera Fresh

May 03, 2019 04:02 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MB

New season, new música, right? Esta semana we have some fresh new tracks for every season-changing mood - from perriable to sweet to doom & gloom. Is it all over the place? Sure. Do other music shows dare put a mejor sola que mal acompañada perreo in the same hour as a doomy underground club track? Maybe not. Pero si ya saben como nos ponemos pa que nos invitan??? Featuring music by Milka La Más Dura with Heidi Brown & Luchy DR,  Rosalía & J Balvin ft. El Guincho, Carla Morrison ft. Francist...

[ENCORE] Ep 38: Divas

April 26, 2019 04:01 - 43 minutes - 78.7 MB

Icons. Reinas. Únicas. The fiercest of the fierce. Today we bring back an old episode donde nos enfocamos on las divas. They have the presence, the fire, and the voice (well, most of them–sorry, J Lo). Tune in for a fabulous mezcla of divas from across time and place; stay to hear about the shady diva rivalries, to find out which of these songs’ lyrics Vero has tattooed on her arm, and to discover why our moms don’t think their eyebrow tattoos count as real tattoos. JK, we don’t know the answ...

Ep 79: Gaps That Slap

April 19, 2019 04:36 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

Esta semana, the important artists that somehow we've gone three years without bringing to the show! Better late than never, cierto? Tune in to hear our favorite songs from these six artists we've neglected--from Cuban salsa to Puerto Rican boy bands to Brazilian psychedelic rock to Colombian pop to Mexican rock to norteño. It's a journey bbs, ahí vamos! Show notes: https://www.radiomenea.com/blog/2019/04/19/episode-79-gaps-that-slap Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMene...

Ep 78: Romeo Santos' Utopía

April 12, 2019 03:55 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

Romeo Santos hit us with a new album that lifts up the legacy of bachata and the people that came before him. What choice did we have but to stop everything and do a deep dive? On Utopía Romeo takes us to bachata school - lifting up the legends and the greats on whose shoulders he stands, as well as the old-school sounds each of them pioneered. Plus the first new Aventura song in a decade? What a beautiful gift. Featuring music by Romeo Santos with El Chaval de la Bachata, Raulín Rodriguez, ...

Ep 77: Mujeriego

April 05, 2019 05:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

Womanizer, oh, you're a womanizer, baby. This week we've got songs all about mujeriegos--those men who cheat, who run around, who aren't players, they just crush a lot. Should we be surprised there are so many songs on this theme? Join us as we get into all the intricacies of how machismo plays out in relationships and a few gems from the women who aren't having it. Featuring music by Farruko, La India, Melii, Galante El Emperador, Aventura, La Lupe and José José. Show notes: https://www.ra...

Ep 76: Hot & Fresh

March 29, 2019 12:36 - 39 minutes - 73.2 MB

¡Agua que esta vaina se prendió! This week we're diving into our favorite new tracks - from some brand new salsa to reggaeton romantico, to urbano, to rap - we've got the latest on what you should be listening to. Como siempre, an eclectic mix of the hottest new music from Latinx artists. Featuring  music by Nino Augustine, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Porfi Baloa, MULA, Ozuna, Darell, Snow Tha Product, R.K.M. y Ken-Y. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2020/1/6/episode-76-hot-amp-fresh Follow us...

Ep 75: Your Picks

March 22, 2019 03:50 - 42 minutes - 77.6 MB

Esta semana, you are the DJs! We were so hype to get so many messages and recs from you, and we have a selection of some of our faves here. You help us address some major gaps (que vergüenza!), we revisit a controversial fave, and best of all, hear your gorgeous voices. If you sent something in that you don't see included (or if you didn't get your act together to send us your pick!), no te preocupes - we're gonna be doing these regularly, so you might hear it on a future episode!  Featuring...

Episode 74: Daddy Yankee's Barrio Fino

March 15, 2019 02:20 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MB

This week, we do a deep dive into the album that ushered in the global reggaeton explosion of 2004 - Daddy Yankee's Barrio Fino. Now fifteen years old (!!!), we revisit this timeless classic with Reggaeton historian and music journalist Eduardo Cepeda (of Episode 55: Cholo Jams fame!). We talk about El Cangri's MC skills, BX ties, political evolutions, and why Gasolina might not be as dirty as you originally thought. Featuring music by Daddy Yankee. Follow Eduardo: twitter.com/eduardosceped...

Episode 73: Reggaeton-ton-ton

March 08, 2019 13:46 - 49 minutes - 91 MB

We have some fire new urbano for y'all esta semana, con mucho mucho reggaeton! Andas preparada para un buen perreo? Autotuned neo-perreo, why we still love La Queen, and a quick reminder that racism and colorism shape the industry - so let's do our due diligence and support Black urbano artists, ok? OK! And to all our mujeres: happy international women's day! Dale hasta abajo para enseñarles como es el trabajo. ;) Featuring music by Ivy Queen, Tomasa del Real, Menor Menor, Rvssian, Zion y L...

Episode 72: Team Feelings

March 01, 2019 04:59 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MB

Esta semana, un feeling muy fuerte. We've got some songs - and lots of discussion - going deep into feels. In what ways is the fear of feelings tied to misogyny? How are people who have so many feelings so strong? Is horny a feeling? Featuring music by Pepe Aguilar ft. La Marisoul, Melissa, and Ángela Aguilar; J Balvin, Jesse Baez & C. Tangana; Marc Anthony; and Helado Negro. Also: We’re looking for your listener picks! Record a voice memo telling us about a song by a Latinx artist and why ...

Episode 71: ¿Donde Están Los Ladrones?

February 22, 2019 15:36 - 54 minutes - 99.1 MB

Do y'all remember 90s Shakira? This week we're doing a deep dive into her iconic 1998 album ¿Donde Están Los Ladrones? A rollercoaster of breakup feels, we take the ride - rabia, sadness, amargura, and of course, mucho mucho amor! Why do we both love Shaki so much? What makes this album such a classic? What mildly to extremely embarrassing things did this album inspire us to do? How do we feel about 2019 Shaki? Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2019/02/22/episode-71-donde-estan-los-ladrone...

[ENCORE] Episode 22: Mejor Sola

February 14, 2019 06:00 - 33 minutes - 61.7 MB

Que Valentines ni que nada! We're bringing back this old episode for all our solitxs out there. Because our mamas weren’t ever wrong when they told us: mejor sola que mal acompañada. Featuring music by Becky G, Kali Uchis, Raquel Sofia, Indica, Luis Miguel del Amargue, and Gabriel Garzón-Montano. We'll be back to our regularly scheduled programming la semana que viene bbs <3 Show notes: http://bit.ly/2ldQNqA Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

Episode 70: Lo Nuevo Nuevo

February 08, 2019 06:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MB

Aquí les llegamos con las novedades! This week we get into some new releases, plus a little more about what's new around here, porque we're switching up some cositas at Radio Menea! Tune in to hear cual es el plan - and how you can help us with it! - and  a crop of new songs that gush about un amor nuevo, love up on AfroLatinidad, mock anti-immigrant commentary, and explore gender. Plus, a moment to appreciate an influential artist recently departed. Featuring music by PJ Sin Suela, Luis Fon...

Episode 69: Señora Jams

February 01, 2019 06:00 - 35 minutes - 65.4 MB

Get your sensible heels, your most comfiest vestido de lentejuelas, and the matching clutch porque we're going FULL SEÑORA REALNESS this week. From lovelorn crooners to salsa romántica, we talk about what makes a señora jam and some of our señora faves. Big shoutout all the señoras who have run outta fucks to give and are living their best lives! Featuring music by Paquita la del Barrio, Luis Miguel, Lola Beltrán, Frankie Ruiz, Juan Gabriel, and José José. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blo...

Meneito 29: The Last One

January 25, 2019 04:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

On today's episode we say goodbye to our little meneitos! We're on the verge of redesigning our format and have decided it's time to move on from these mini-episodes. But we've got one last for you where we talk about the songs we are digging right now. As usual, it's an eclectic mix--throwback Bronx bachata, queer Latin trap, Latinx pop and a tropical jam. We're also asking you to take a few minutes to give us some feedback about our show! We'd love to know what you like, what you don't lik...

Episode 68: La Nueva Canción

January 18, 2019 02:00 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MB

This week we're getting historical, and exploring the Latin American folk music movement that was La Nueva Canción. Fueled by leftist politics and the integration of indigenous musical elements and instruments, La Nueva Canción produced incredible and inspirational folk music across the region and continues to influence the music we love today.  ***Also, we had a math struggle this epi! Violeta Parra was born in 1917, so she was actually in her 50s when she died, not in her 30s! Thank you Ch...

Episode 67: Bad Bunny's X 100PRE

January 11, 2019 04:32 - 52 minutes - 95.5 MB

The baddest conejo of them all blessed us with a surprise album on Nochebuena -- and tbh we haven't stopped listening since. This week we're dedicating the whole episode to this already-legendary album. We bring a few of our favorite songs and dissect everything from the extremely bold production choices (Dios bendiga a Tainy!) to a newly-emerging political bunny. For real for real? Bad Bunny X 100PRE!!!! Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2019/01/10/episode-67-x-100pre Follow us: instagra...

Episode 66: Bag Ladiez

January 04, 2019 14:35 - 50 minutes - 93 MB

FELIZ AÑO FAM! We're starting the year with a v cute collab with Latina podcasters Estephanie and Lina from Bag Ladiez, who come in to guest DJ and unpack some baggage. No oversize maletas here! We chat about el Bronx, re-naming the Verrazano Bridge after a bodega cat (Misu Bridge anyone?), and why "Be Careful" is Cardi B's most Dominican song (cuidao conmigo!). Featuring music by Raulín Rodriguez, Flor de Toloache, Mykki Blanco ft Princess Nokia, Mario Vazquez, José Gonzalez, and Cardi B. ...

[Encore] Episode 48: 1998

December 28, 2018 02:00 - 54 minutes - 99.7 MB

Let’s rewind twenty years. What was happening in 1998? Besides being awkward teens, we were listening to some música, and there were some JAMS! A couple of seminal releases, some reggaeton history in the making y mucho más. Ponte redi for some throwbacks! Featuring music by Elvis Crespo, Shakira, Tito Nieves, Wassabanga/El Chombo, Chayanne, and La India. Show notes: bit.ly/2Fwkvhd Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

[Encore] Episode 40: Tattoo Shop Jams

December 21, 2018 03:55 - 54 minutes - 75 MB

We're taking a little break for the holidays, so this week we're bringing you a fan favorite from the archives. Enjoy! We'll be back with a brand new episode on January 4th. On today’s episode we have the talented multimedia artist Tamara Santibañez – probably best known for her incredible tattoo work at Brooklyn’s legendary Saved Tattoo. She came with some of the música that she listens to in the studio, and you’re gonna love it – pari-ready reggaeton, 90s chicano power hip hop, and a sapp...

Episode 65: Felices Fiestas

December 14, 2018 03:38 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MB

On this week's episode we talk about some of our favorite holiday jams. Pérez has been working on Vero to do this episode for three years and it's finally here. Listen in to learn about their holiday traditions, why Nochebuena is LIT, and even a little tale of Latino Jewish Hanukah. Featuring music by Trío Cubamar, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Hip Hop Hoodios, Mariah Carey, Maracaibo 15 and Oscar D'Leon. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/12/13/episode-65-felices-fiestas Follow us: ...

Meneito 28: Brown Just Glows

December 07, 2018 21:31 - 32 minutes - 60.1 MB

The year is wrapping up, pero there's still so much good music! We have a couple of new songs, and one that didn't make the cut for last episode pero still deserved a lil shine. Plus, Vero takes a dip into #TeamFeelings Things we mentioned in the episode: - The playlist Vero made for Mijente's Lánzate: https://spoti.fi/2G7S7a0 - Check out Mijente! https://mijente.net/ Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/12/07/meneito-28-brown-just-glows Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com...

Episode 64: Best of 2018

November 30, 2018 14:00 - 48 minutes - 89.3 MB

What a wild year for Latinx music! Again! This week we chat about our fave releases of the year - well, a few of them anyway. From Latin rhythms dominating mainstream airwaves, to dreamy experiments with dembow, to a wealth of star-studded collabs, we chat about what 2018 had to offer us. Featuring music by Cardi B ft Bad Bunny & J Balvin, Los Angeles Azules ft Natalia Lafourcade, Balun, Natti Natasha, Becky G, Speak, and Daddy Yankee. Shownotes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/11/30/episode-6...

[ENCORE] Episode 41: Indigenous Artists

November 22, 2018 13:00 - 49 minutes - 91.3 MB

Thanksgiving? No creo. This week we’re bringing you a re-run that will give you a much-needed antidote to some of the revisionist history that’s popular at this time of year by bringing indigenous artists who are making music that emphasizes their roots, integrating indigenous languages, instrumentation, and cultural references. We hope that you’ll hear evidence that the colonial project has failed – indigenous cultures today are alive despite it all, and this small sampling of dynamic and ...

Episode 63: Songmessy

November 16, 2018 03:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

Esta semana we are muy excited to finally have on our longtime podcast primxs from SONGMESS! Richard and Beverly join us to talk about songs that highlight MESS! From cheating and lies to no-good fuckboys, we get all up in the delicious mess. And if you don’t know Songmess: you’re welcome. Featuring music by Magic Juan, Nitty Scott, Sailor Fag, Mexican Entertainment System, Mazzy Star and Pimpinela. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/11/15/episode-63-songmessy Follow us: instagram.co...

Meneito 27: The Morning After

November 09, 2018 04:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

On this week's meneito we're sharing all our feels about the midterm election results, and even get into a little political nerdery. You're welcome. Of course we also get into the music on rotation this week, going all the way from Veracruz to Bogota and back to Nueva York because that is how we roll. Tune in for the diverse music selection, stay for the chisme. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/11/08/meneito-27-the-morning-after Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioM...

Episode 62: Mentiras

November 02, 2018 15:44 - 43 minutes - 79.8 MB

This week we bring you songs about all sorts of lies. JK, they're mostly about people lying to each other in relationships! Pónganse redi to dance while you scream "CALUMNIAS!" in your best telenovela voice while imagining those who have wronged you! Featuring music by Tito el Bambino ft De La Ghetto, Ivy Queen, Prince Royce, Aerophon, Lafame, and Brytiago ft Rafa Pabón. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/11/02/episode-62-mentiras Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/Radi...

Meneito 26: Not a Jalogüín Episode

October 26, 2018 14:20 - 29 minutes - 54.8 MB

No hay trico tri this year fam! Vero was over the spooky tracks - pero Pérez leans in, por si les hace mucha falta el jalogüín. Instead we chat about weed slang, La Casa de las Flores, chill paris, and all the ways Vero is washed ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Featuring music by Fuete Billete, Mitre, and Entrópica. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/10/26/meneito-26-not-a-jaloguin-episode Follow us: instagram.com/RadioMenea twitter.com/RadioMenea facebook.com/RadioMenea

Episode 61: Favy Fav's Life Story

October 19, 2018 03:00 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

This week we're welcoming a very special guest. You probably know Favy Fav from his stellar podcast Latinos Who Lunch, but get ready to get to know him in a whole different way! From Guatemalan Christian Rock to Cypress Hill, we learn the most about one of our favorite Latino podcasters as he walks through the story of his life in music.  Featuring music by Los Voceros de Cristo, Antonio Aguilar, Banda Zeta, Banda Blanca, Cypress Hill and Girl in a Coma.  Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog...

Meneito 25: The New New

October 12, 2018 03:00 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

On this week's Meneito we're bringing you three of our favorite songs that dropped in the last few weeks. We also share the surprising news of who is the most followed person on instagram (spoiler alert: it's not Beyonce or any of the Kardashians) and talk about what it was like to record live with Bembona! Featuring music by Cardi B., Selena Gomez, DJ Snake, Ozuna, CLUBZ, Ela Minus, Will Smith, Marc Anthony and Bad Bunny. Shownotes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/10/11/meneito-25-the-new-new...

Episode 60: Live With Bembona

October 05, 2018 04:29 - 58 minutes - 107 MB

We are SO! HYPE! to bring you our very first live taping! Last weekend we had the pleasure of interviewing Puerto Rican-Panamanian DJ, multi-platform artist, and activist Bembona at the New Latin Wave festival. Born & raised in Brooklyn, NY, Bembona's work bridges the gap between POC communities, generations, activist work & beyond. She goes deep on Afrolatinidad and the artists who have inspired her work and her life. MIL GRACIAS to everyone who showed up and out for this event - lxs queremo...

Meneito 24: From Rom Coms to Baking Shows

September 28, 2018 22:26 - 35 minutes - 64.6 MB

What a fucking shitshow week, y'all! Pero look at us: we're still here, you're still here. De una manera u otra, pero seguimos. Today we've got some jams to soothe your weary souls, and we chat about some of the stuff we've been watching lately.  Featuring music by Kelela ft Princess Nokia, JUNGLEPUSSY, Cupcakke & Ms. Boogie; Reik; and Omar Apollo ft Teo Halm. Also! Don't forget to join us THIS WEEKEND (!!!) on September 30th in Brooklyn for the New Latin Wave festival! We’ll be recording a...

Episode 59: Cumbia

September 21, 2018 03:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MB

This week we're taking a tour around Latin America through one of our favorite genres--cumbia! We start with Colombia but journey through time and geography tracing some of the ways cumbia has evolved and been adopted by other Latin American countries.  Featuring music by Sonora Dinamita, Los Ángeles Azules, Natalia LaFourcade, La Yegros, Monsieur Perine, Vicentico, Los Hermanos Flores and Nicola Cruz.  Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/09/20/episode-59-cumbia

Meneito 23: We're back!

September 14, 2018 01:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Did you miss us? After a lovely verano break we are baaack! In this week's meneito we share a few of the songs we were listening to while we were gone. We also update you on our adventures while we were away, including how Pérez spent their time in Mexico, and Vero's run-in with sea creatures at the queer beach. We also announce a very exciting event coming up at the end of this month! Feauturing music by Piso 21, Paulo Londra, Empress Of, Ha*Ash and Prince Royce. Show notes: www.radiomenea....

[Encore] Episode 30: Listener Picks

September 07, 2018 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

Estamos de vacaciones! So we're bringing you some our fave episodes from the archive. We'll be back with a new episode on September 14. This week, we’ve relied on you – our queridísimxs listeners – to make the playlist. We asked, and you CAME THRU! Turns out y’all are mad cool, and have fire taste – nada de sorpresas here. Gracias for your suggestions, your voice memos, and your overwhelming amor – our listeners are truly the best! Show notes: https://wp.me/p78d4C-ah Tienda: bit.ly/TiendaRM

[Encore] Episode 27: Food with Latinos Who Lunch

August 24, 2018 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB

Estamos de vacaciones! To keep you company while we are gone we're bringing you some of our favorite episodes from the archive. New epi coming to you on September 14! Están redi? We got to meet (IRL!) with the chamacos over at Latinos Who Lunch and it was F-U-N. So today, with the fab Babelito and FavyFav, we bring you an episode full de música about food, obvio! Show notes: https://wp.me/p78d4C-8z Tienda: bit.ly/TiendaRM

[Encore] Episode 4: Reggaetoneras

August 10, 2018 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MB

Estamos de vacaciones! To keep you company while we are gone we're bringing you some of our favorite episodes from the archive. New epi coming to you on September 14! We're not going to lie. We have a serious soft spot for the few but amazing women who are rocking the reggaeton genre, so this week we have an episode all about these mujeres. A dembow beat and a female artist? Yasss! ¿Que más se le puede pedir a la vida? Show notes: https://wp.me/p78d4C-1B Tienda: bit/ly/TiendaRM

Episode 58: Summer Mixtape

July 27, 2018 05:48 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MB

We're about to take our first break EVER pero no se preocupen! We wouldn't leave you without plenty of música for these critical verano months, and we made you a Summer Mixtape. We included our current summery faves in today's epi to get you in the mood. Make sure to hydrate while we're gone, amores - we'll be back on September 14th! Our tiendita will still be open, so order any cositas you like! Featuring music by Bad Bunny, Donny Caballero ft Chelito de Castro, MULA, Nicky Jam y Ken-Y, Ka...

Meneito 22: La Tienda!

July 19, 2018 23:16 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MB

On this week's episode we POR FIN tell ya'll all about our new tiendita, which is open. We're obsessed with our merch, and we hope you are too. Check it out below. We also share a few songs we are loving right now, including two artists we got to see live recently. And we talk about Vero's summer anxiety and the super sweet thing Pérez witnessed at a show this past weekend. Featuring music by Kafu Banton, La Santa Cecilia and STEFA. Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/07/19/meneito-22-...

Episode 57: FANIA

July 13, 2018 01:00 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MB

On this week's episode it's all about FANIA! We're taking a deep dive into the history of salsa by exploring some of the incredible folks who were involved in FANIA and FANIA All Stars. Latinx music today would not be the same without the innovation and expertise of these incredible musicians. Listen in to learn more about how New York City made this collaboration possible and to enjoy some amazing salsa classics from the 70s and 80s. Featuring music by Willie Colon, Celia Cruz, Johnny Pache...

Meneito 21: Accents & Personality Types

July 06, 2018 04:01 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MB

This week we share a few of the songs we've currently got on repeat: Latinx folk, cushy synths and high energy jams about quedándose en la casa. We also chat about our relationship to accents, how we feel about personality typing and bachata's brothel roots. Featuring music by Gina Chavez, Balún and Andre Veloz.  Join our email list to be the first to learn about new episodes and our soon to be launched tienda: https://tinyletter.com/radiomenea Show notes: www.radiomenea.com/blog/2018/07/0...

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