Best National Hispanic Institute Media Podcasts (2024)

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Infopods 20: Discussing the 2023 Great Debate CX and Mock Trial Topics 40:27

1+ y ago40:27

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Infopods 19: About the 2023 Great Debate Theme 49:11

1+ y ago49:11

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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) 41:52

4+ y ago41:52

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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 and the general public wanting to learn about a uniq…

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Ep. 7: The History of the National Hispanic Institute and its Impact on the Latino Community 54:17

5y ago54:17

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In this episode, we discuss the impact of an organization focused on training Latino youth in leadership and communication skills and why its needed and why our schools are not teaching these skills to really anyone. Converse with us on Twitter @EPWPodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epwpodcast/message…

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Ep 6: Latino(a) Identity & Character Education in Our Schools 1:18:48

5y ago1:18:48

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Listeners!!! Here's the long awaited Episode VI. In this episode we explore the issue of discussing and teaching identity for Latina(o) students in our public schools with an analysis of character education. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epwpodcast/message…

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Ep. 5: Continuing our Convo on EL Students 1:15:59

5y ago1:15:59

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In this episode, we continue our conversation on EL students that started last episode. We dip into the study of EL students and teacher attitudes conducted in Georgia, the implications for teachers and our community and as well as solutions and final thoughts on the subject. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epwp…

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Ep. 4: All About English Learner Latinx Students 58:18

5y ago58:18

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We dug in deep into how English Learner Latino students are not only being singled out but treated both anecdotal by teachers and systemically by districts as inferior students without the legal supports they are entitled to. Put some respect on these students! The EPW Crew has their back!! Enjoy the show. Twitter: @EPWPodcast --- Send in a voice m…

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Ep. 3.2: The Immigration Episode: Part II 1:07:52

5y ago1:07:52

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The gloves are off! Holy smokes, ladies and gentlemen. In Part II, the carnales have a no holds barred conversation about immigration in the United States sparked from the recent ICE raids in Mississippi. The Texas governor and the mayor of El Paso get called out for their abysmal leadership during and after the crisis, we delve deep into the histo…

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Ep. 3.1: The Immigration Episode: Part I 46:21

5y ago46:21

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The carnales reunite to recap the Superintendent headbutt heard 'round the world, the aftermath of the El Paso shooting two weeks later and introduce the main topic of immigration in the US after the Mississippi ICE raids. This two-parter was broadcast at the Power of the Pass here in El Paso with our special guest Valentin Sandoval. Its the lighte…

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Ep 2: El Paso Our Home, #ElPasoStrong 1:25:09

5y ago1:25:09

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The EPW crew step back and really process the recent shooting in El Paso, which is the hometown of our hosts. It’s a somber episode but a needed one. Oh, and Omar finally explains what the pod’s name means. FINALLY! :-) They also welcome Cassandra Hernandez (Twitter: @district3elpaso), City Representative for District 3 in El Paso on so they could …

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Ep 1: Superintendents Scrapping in Whataburger, The Charter Moratorium Attempt in Texas, & More 47:58

5y ago47:58

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In the first ever episode of the EPW Podcast, the carnales discuss everything from two Superintendents in El Paso slap boxing in a Whataburger after midnight to the attempted charter moratorium in Texas and much much more. You definitely do not want to miss these new vibrant and necessary voices in education representing for 17.9 Million Latino kid…

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Infopods 17: About the 2019 NHI Learning Theme 40:58

5+ y ago40:58

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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 17:18

5+ y ago17:18

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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 also been growing a business with NHI principles and a…

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Live from Celebracion: Anita Fernandez 18:12

5+ y ago18:12

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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 in particular with the NHI at San Antonio Alliance ()…

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Live from Celebracion: Alvaro "Varo" Maldonado 13:28

5+ y ago13:28

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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 catalyst for establishing the Colorado Lorenzo de Zavala Yo…

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NHI Notables: Ep 10 - A Conversation about Tejano Culture and Music with Ruben "El Gato" Negro and Leonard Davila 55:34

6y ago55:34

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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 the two of them to produce a Southwest Experience that …

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NHI Notables: Ep 9 - Dr. Joseph Villescas, TXGD '93, TXLDZ '94, former NHI HQ researcher 49:32

6y ago49:32

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Infopods 16: About the 2018 Mock Trial Topic 28:48

6y ago28:48

28:48

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Infopods 15: About the 2018 Extemporaneous Speaking Topic 19:35

6y ago19:35

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Infopods 14: About the 2018 Cross Examination Debate Topic 21:40

6y ago21:40

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Infopods 13: About the 2018 Oratory Topic 24:05

6y ago24:05

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NHI Notables: Ep 8 - A. J. Del Cueto, Filmmaker, TXGD '98, TXLDZ '99, TXCWS '00, JFL '02 40:22

6+ y ago40:22

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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 stories. A graduate of Central Catholic High School a…

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NHI Notables: Ep 7 - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, NATLDZ '05, Candidate for the U.S. Congress 33:24

6+ y ago33:24

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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 U.S. Congressman in New York for his seat. This conversa…

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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 51:32

6+ y ago51:32

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Infopods 12: About the Change a Life Campaign 13:59

6+ y ago13:59

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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 45:23

6+ y ago45:23

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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 local leader on several boards and commissions. Ernest…

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Infopods 11: The 2018 NHI Summer Theme 47:59

6+ y ago47:59

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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 theme will be discussed at each NHI summer experienc…

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NHI Notables: Ep 4 - Natalia Palmarini, NYC Alumna and team member at the Archdiocese of New York 35:38

6+ y ago35:38

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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 office and is currently serving as a part of the youn…

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NHI Notables: Ep 3 - Carlos Paz, Communications Director at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus 49:51

6+ y ago49:51

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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 about the current political climate in D.C. and what …

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NHI Notables: Ep 2 - Paola Hernandez, NHI Director of Special Projects 26:21

6+ y ago26:21

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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. Follow up interviews will include other staff members, Pr…

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NHI Notables: Ep 1 - Julio Cotto, NHI Sr. VP 36:15

6+ y ago36:15

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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 include other staff members, Project Administrators, …

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Infopods 10: About NHI and the High School Leadership Journey 31:10

6+ y ago31:10

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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. They also highlight the unique lesson of each program …

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Platicas: Ep 4 - Reflections on 2017 and Resolutions for 2018 30:07

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Platicas: Ep 3 - Examining the New Reality of Leadership 37:16

7+ y ago37:16

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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 12:47

7+ y ago12:47

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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 9:58

7+ y ago9:58

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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 11:26

7+ y ago11:26

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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 15:49

7+ y ago15:49

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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 12:48

7+ y ago12:48

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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 thinking. They discuss how to prepare for the competitio…

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Infopods 4: About the Game of Mock Trial at the Great Debate 14:11

7+ y ago14:11

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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 trial competition as it is conducted at the NHI Great De…

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Infopods 3: About the Game of Cross Examination (CX) at the Great Debate 15:48

7+ y ago15:48

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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 games of NHI's Great Debate learning experience. For m…

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Infopods 2: About the Game of Oratory at the Great Debate 11:58

7+ y ago11:58

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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 community leaders. In this conversation Ernesto discus…

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Infopods 1: Exploring the Great Debate Theme 13:01

7+ y ago13:01

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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 tool for advancing student analysis and communications. …