Best Ysabelle Podcasts (2024)

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Capítulo 212: Wait, Did I just Get Scammed? 30:57

2d ago30:57

30:57

We both traveled to Ciudad México this past summer. Each of us had very different trips: from a questionable taxi to gentrification perils. Tune in to hear about which one of us got scammed and how we recovered from it. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Capítulo 211: Ysabel Jurado For CD14 43:18

9d ago43:18

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This week we're joined by Ysabel Jurado, a tenants rights attorney, affordable housing activist, and lifelong Angeleno. She is running for Los Angeles City Council District 14 --a district that is predominately Latinx/Latino, immigrant, and primarily renters and historically plagued with problematic leadership. Jurado discusses her grassroots and p…

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Capítulo 210: Two Shows, One Network 50:24

16d ago50:24

50:24

Welcome back to Locatora Radio! In this week's episode we check-in about our summers and the new hobbies we've picked up: from tennis to sewing and our attempts at consuming less. We also dive into the making of our new podcast, Señora Sex Ed a weekly podcast breaking the silence about sex & sexuality in the Latinx Community. Tune in and learn abou…

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Chapter 1: Mothering On Screen with Ana Ortiz 38:42

17d ago38:42

38:42

On this premiere episode of Señora Sex Ed, Diosa and Mala sit down with Puerto Rican actress, Ana Ortiz. With a career spanning decades, Ana covers all the bases: growing up as a "prudish" kid in New York, her experiences working in Hollywood, and how she first learned about perimenopause. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_producti…

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Capitulo 209: The Original Angelenos 36:42

23d ago36:42

36:42

The San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Tongva-Gabrielino, are the first and only state recognized tribe in the LA area, but how much do we actually know about the first Angelenos? In this capítulo, we’re joined by Samantha Johnson Yang and Mona Morales Recalde to discuss the history of the Tongva, their efforts to stop the poaching of white sage …

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Capítulo 208: Summon The Right Ancestor with Esoterica Esa 50:54

1M ago50:54

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In this week's episode of Locatora Radio, we're joined by Jasmin Alejandrez-Prasad, aka Esoterica Esa. She shares her origin story as an astrologer and psychic, how to summon good ancestors, and how to spot a spiritual scammer. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ukrainian Danny on Saving Cafe Tropical and the good vibes of Silver Lake 1:10:00

1M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Danny Khorunzhiy has been a true Los ANGELeno for decades. Currently he is part of the team that helped bring Cafe Tropical back to its glory of providing delicious baked goods and coffees and giving a space for 12-step programs in its back room. We talk drugs, helping others, and the magical corner of Silver Lake and Sunset where the Cafe has been…

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Capítulo 207: How to be a Healthy Hoe 33:13

1M ago33:13

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Ri & Sunset Tim, creators and hosts of For The Healthy Hoes join Locatora Radio to discuss how to navigate life's challenges, accept changes, and create your own wellness menu. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura, iHeartPodcasts and Locatora Studios

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Capítulo 206: Astrology for Social Change with Isa Nakazawa 55:40

1M ago55:40

55:40

Since Astrology made its way into the mainstream, we've seen it everywhere! From merchandise, to Instagram bios, and more. Writer, producer, and podcast host, Isa Nakazawa joins us to discuss common misconceptions about astrology, how she got her start, and how we can all use astrology for social change and good. Support the show: https://www.patre…

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Capítulo 205: SalviSoul with Karla Vasquez 1:17:37

2M ago1:17:37

1:17:37

If food is a GPS to our ancestral homes, then Karla Vasquez takes us to El Salvador. She joins us to discuss archiving the recipes and stories of the Salvadoran diaspora with the first Salvadoran cookbook published by a Big 5 Imprint. We discuss her writing process, nationalism, and the ongoing tension between Salvadoran and Mexican communities. Su…

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The Return of Sergio, the smartest Uber and Lyft Driver - Granada Hills 2:43:59

27d ago2:43:59

2:43:59

Two years after Sergio Avedian told us his fascinating origin story, he is back with advice for drivers, riders, and the rideshare companies themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-pierce/support

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Capítulo 204: Diosa Dice & Malas Palabras 29:39

2M ago29:39

29:39

In this week's capítulo, we're introducing two brand new segments in the Locatora audioverse! Diosa Dice is for the good girl ready to go bad. In this segment, Diosa discusses how women have been taught to stifle their anger and how we can release it. Malas Palabras: bad words for bad girls. This week, she shares all the words we use to describe wo…

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Capítulo 203: Call Me By Your Name with Sophie Castillo 32:03

2M ago32:03

32:03

In this capítulo, we're joined by British musician and artist, Sophie Castillo. She recently opened for J Balvin in London and debuted a new EP, "Venus." Castillo is of Colombian and Cuban descent and tells us about the Latin American diasporic communities in London and how her heritage influences her music. Support the show: https://www.patreon.co…

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Capítulo 202: Somos Más 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

In this week's episode, we bring you along with us to NDLON's 9th Annual Asamblea Nacional in Union, New Jersey. We speak with Linda Sarsour, Ernesto Yerena, Ana Tijoux, and Liaam Winslet. We also travel to Manhattan, New York for a day of political action and speak to laborers and organizers, Irving, Catherine, and Elmer. About the National Day La…

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The Independent Journalist Who Beat the LA City Attorney Twice - Thai Town 1:36:22

2M ago1:36:22

1:36:22

Ben Camacho is a journalist who asked for, and received from the City, over 9,000 photos of LAPD officers. When the LAPD called foul, they sicced LA City Atty Hydee Feldstein Soto on him. Hydee knew Ben was protected by common sense and the First Amendment, but she didn't care. Hydee not only lost the first case, but as the second one was about to …

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What Is Saints Of Storm And Sorrow? (Ft. Gabriella Buba) 23:27

2M ago23:27

23:27

In this episode of Mesearch, we learn about Gabriella Buba and her new book "Saints of Storm and Sorrow." Gabriella Buba is a mixed Filipina author who writes adult romantic fantasy novels for bold, bi, brown women who deserve to see their stories centered. Saints of Storm and Sorrow is about bisexual nun named María Lunurin who is hiding their god…

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Working Together Towards A Free Palestine - Part 2 (Ft. Niko Cababa) 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

We are in solidarity with Palestine and everyone fighting for their own sovereignty. This episode of Mesearch was recorded on April 11th, 2024, 6 months into the genocide happening in occupied Palestine. Mesearch welcomes Niko Cababa of GABRIELA USA - South Bay. GABRIELA is a grassroots-based national and international alliance of 250 organizations…

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Capítulo 201: Do It For The Plot! 42:45

3M ago42:45

42:45

In this capítulo, we relaunch our segment, Oye Locas, where we answer listener questions. In the later half of this episode, we each tell a story we've never shared on the podcast, involving the Junior Olympics and a Pride parade. How did one decision help shape us into who we are today? Tune in and find out. Support the show: https://www.patreon.c…

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Lynne Crandall paints the perfect picture of Studio City (and then frames it beautifully) 1:14:53

2M ago1:14:53

1:14:53

Lynne Crandall has owned and operated Decor Art Galleries at 12149 Ventura Blvd. for 30 years where locals, visitors, and celebs come to get their precious photos and artwork framed. But she also has a database of 60,000 photos from the 1930s thru the 199os of your favorite stars and sites of Los Angeles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster…

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Capítulo 200: Memory Bank 54:57

3M ago54:57

54:57

Welcome to Capítulo 200, locamores! We did it! In this episode, we hear from listeners about their favorite Locatora memories, events, and what this audio archive means to them! Meanwhile, we reflect on each listeners's statement and what was happening in our own lives--from breakups, to friendships, and more chisme. Thank you to BLVD MRKT for host…

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Capítulo 199: Childfree By Choice with Vicky Loza 59:08

3M ago59:08

59:08

Personal trainer, entrepreneur, and influencer, Vicky Loza, also known as Vicky The Fit Chick, went viral when one of her Instagram posts encouraged her women followers to discuss why they've chosen to remain childfree. Loza was inundated with hateful comments and messages and this wasn't the first time. She joins Locatora Radio to discuss why she …

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Capítulo 198: One Mother's Mission: Norma Melgoza Paredes 23:57

3M ago23:57

23:57

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, we're joined by Norma Melgoza Paredes, founder of The Hissing Cats Corp and grieving mother. In 2022, Melgoza-Paredes lost both of her daughters, Candice and Marylyn. She is on a mission to tell their stories and raise awareness about a specific prescription medicine. Content Wanrning: Please be advised th…

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Two journalists arrested by the UCLA police for filming students being arrested - William & Sean: Westwood 2:55:00

4M ago2:55:00

2:55:00

Sean Beckner-Carmitchel and William Gude are independent journalists who documented the protests at UCLA in April and May and spoke at length about the amount of bungling and incompetence that went down on the beautiful campus. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-pierce/support…

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Capítulo 197: Radical Mothering with Anayvette Martínez 50:43

4M ago50:43

50:43

Anayvette Martínez is the co-founder of Radical Monarchs, an organization that supports young girls & gender expansive youth of color. Martínez joins Locatora Radio to discuss how her daughter inspired the creation of the org, what it means to practice radical mothering, and creating a chosen family. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locato…

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Capítulo 196: Shapeshifting with Girl Ultra 45:15

3M ago45:15

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Mariana de Miguel aka Girl Ultra joins us to discuss her Coachella debut, how Mexico City shows up in her sound, and how second-gen Mexican Americans are connecting with her music. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura, iHeartPodcasts and Locatora Studios

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Capítulo 195: Hot To Hate with Jillian Hernandez 1:01:26

4M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

How did Jennifer Lopez go from icon to the internet's most ridiculed? After the release of JLO's latest projects, "This Is Me Now" and "The Greatest Love Story Never Told", we noticed a slew of JLO hate. In this capítulo, we make a case for art criticism and are joined by scholar and writer, Jillian Hernandez. She discusses what this rise in slande…

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Tap Into This Filipina American Director's Life (Ft. Cassandra Pimentel) 37:12

4M ago37:12

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Meet Cassandra Pimentel, a film and music video director from San Diego and currently living in Los Angeles. Cassandra built her feature film experience as the First Assistant Director on the film CHALK IT UP (NETFLIX) in 2014; From 2016 to 2020 she assisted Producer Deborah Del Prete (Wedding Planner, Ender’s Game) in various feature films such as…

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Capítulo 194: USC's "Happiest Daddy:" Lázaro Aguero 57:32

4M ago57:32

57:32

The University of Southern California (USC) has made headlines for how university administrators have handled student protests and on-campus activations in support of Palestine. We're joined by USC father and activist, Lázaro Aguero, who was present during the protest and police escalation last Wednesday, April 24th. A clip of Aguero went viral aft…

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Ysabel Jurado - Teen mom turned lawyer and possible next councilperson for CD-14, Highland Park 55:51

4M ago55:51

55:51

Ysabel Jurado may become the first Filipina to become an LA City councilperson if she can continue her winning ways and take out KDL who is mired in controversy. The former teen mom and current community lawyer talks about the Graffiti Towers, her ideas to solve homelessness, and spots she loves in NELA. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters…

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Capítulo 193: Tending To Your Inner Garden with Natalia Lafourcade 44:29

5M ago44:29

44:29

Welcome to Season 9, locamores! In this first capítulo, we catch up on what we've been up to off-season and introduce our new theme: Love At First Listen. In the later half of this episode, we sit down with Grammy-Award Winning Artist, Natalia Lafource at Sony Studios, to discuss the making of her album, how she connects with her audience, and what…

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Introducing: Locatora Season 9 3:06

4M ago3:06

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Welcome to Locatora Season 9! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By My Cultura, iHeartPodcasts and Locatora Studios

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The Man Who Lived In the Most Rock 'N Roll House in Sawtelle 1:45:43

5M ago1:45:43

1:45:43

For over 10 years Justin Fisher lived in many parts of the backhouse of The Amherst House where Weezer and other bands were born. He lived in the bedroom, the living room, and even the makeshift attic. All because he moved to LA to achieve the American of becoming a professional musician and running off with a Californian cheerleader and raising a …

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What Is the Filipino American National Historical Society? (Ft. Dr. Pinky) 32:02

5M ago32:02

32:02

In this episode of MeSearch, we’re reconnecting with Dr. Pat Lindsay Catalla-Buscaino aka Dr. Pinky! Dr. Pinky, is a scholar-activist, community leader, public speaker, and educator and the Founder and CEO of Kuwento Co. LLC, a woman-and BIPOC-owned publishing company. Check out our last interview we did with her on Mesearch in the episode called, …

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When restaurants named after one-word nouns arrive in your neighborhood: Beware 1:18:31

6M ago1:18:31

1:18:31

Lex Steppling on growing up in Chesterfield Square, Nirvana at 10, and the tell-tale signs of gentrification --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-pierce/support

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We Love Friendship 49:23

5M ago49:23

49:23

Dustin and Krystle have a one on one conversation to strengthen their connection as friends. They ask one another questions from an article, "30 questions to deepen your friendship" by Kathryn Wheeler. In this episode, your hosts reflect on their evolving relationship, communication styles, fond memories, and areas in need of care. Stay connected w…

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Letters To Money 36:54

5M ago36:54

36:54

Dustin and Krystle write "letters to money" as part of an exercise suggested by former guest of the podcast, Leo Aquino, who is a professional in the anticapitalist personal finance space. In this episode, Dustin and Krystle reflect on their nuanced relationship to money. They discuss the concept of wealth and imagine a world in which money isn't e…

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Cheers To Reclaiming Your CEO Energy! (Ft. Arianna Laila Dela Rosa) 36:14

6M ago36:14

36:14

In this episode, we follow up with former guest of the pod, Arianna Laila Dela Rosa to learn how she has reaches her goals and overcomes self-sabotage on her journey as a CEO of Empower First Coaching. Through her company, Empower First Coaching, she helps first-generation BIPOC professionals, leaders, and change-makers do the inner work of healing…

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The Man the city gave 9,310 LAPD photos to and now wants back - Mid City 1:44:41

6M ago1:44:41

1:44:41

Ben Camacho asked for all the photos and salary information of the LAPD. After some typical hemming and hawing, the City Attorney approved the journalist's request. Once the info quickly spread online, the police union raised a fit and the new City Attorney is now suing Camacho for the public information and possibly millions of dollars in damages.…

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Maebe A Girl Just May become USA's First Trans Congressperson 1:30:16

7M ago1:30:16

1:30:16

The last time Maebe ran for Congress, she got nearly 30% of the vote. Now that the incumbent is gone… could she win it all? In this episode we talk about politics, Silver Lake, smash burgers, growing up in the suburbs of Illinois and playing football on her high school team. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-pie…

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What Should You Know Before Applying to Grad School? 14:08

6M ago14:08

14:08

In this episode, we welcome multiple voices to talk about graduate school and what you should know before you apply. At this point, you might have already accepted some admissions offers for graduate school programs. You might be waiting on some admissions decisions from some of your top grad school choices. You might be someone who is toying with …

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Happy Valentine's Day 2024! 41:08

6M ago41:08

41:08

Happy Valentine's Day, Mesearchers! On this episode, Krystle and Dustin have a one on one conversation about Valentine's Day. Join us as we discover a little bit about the origins of the holiday, then share a bit more of our individual romantic relationships. The episode ends with an in depth discussion of why communication is key in moving toward …

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Why Are You Running For LA City Council? (Ft. Ysabel Jurado) 33:45

7M ago33:45

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Ysabel Jurado is a tenants rights attorney, affordable housing activist, mom, lifelong Angeleno, and candidate to become the next Los Angeles City Council member for District 14. The election is March 5, 2024. If Ysabel wins, she’ll be the first Filipina American to be elected to the LA City Council. On this episode of Mesearch, we’re learning more…

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Introducing: Chiquis and Chill 0:57

7M ago0:57

0:57

Get ready to hear Chiquis like never before. In her new podcast, “Chiquis and Chill,” the Latin Grammy winner shares her experience growing up in a famous household, how she’s managed to be so successful in the male-dominated music industry and how she navigates relationships. We’ll also explore health, beauty, entrepreneurship and some spicier top…

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Capítulo 192: Ethical Chisme 51:53

7M ago51:53

51:53

Tune into the final episode of Season 8! In this capítulo, we review a Locatora original concept, ethical chisme. In 2017, we coined this term with the help of our guest Ruben Angel. Since then, we've expanded our definition of ethical chisme. In this episode, we go over some macro and micro examples. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locat…

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What Is Anti-Capitalist Personal Finance? (Ft. Leo Aquino) 33:42

7M ago33:42

33:42

Today on Mesearch, we are talking to a financial coach for liberation workers, an award-winning independent journalist covering anti-capitalist personal finance, and the founder of Queer and Trans Wealth, Leo Aquino. Listen in as we talk to Leo about the intersections of decolonization, liberation work, and being anti-capitalist. Connect with Leo A…

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Capítulo 191: Curly and Maya of The Super Secret Bestie Club 1:08:30

8M ago1:08:30

1:08:30

The illustrious duo of The Super Secret Bestie Club Podcast, Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo join us to discuss their deepest, darkest secrets! We discuss their journey from Buzzfeed's PeroLike to independent creators/artists, growing up on the internet, and their 2024 dating strategy. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productions…

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Is Instagram Uncool? (Ft. Nino Llanera) 32:10

7M ago32:10

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In this episode of Mesearch we're reconnecting with former guest, Nino Llanera. Nino is the Head of Programming for Myx Global of ABS-CBN Corporation of the Philippines. He returns to the show to talk about his perspectives on how social media, the Internet, and marketing to audiences has evolved in the last couple years. We reflect on the successf…

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Freemason for 20 years, this Valley native now is focused on planting native flowers 1:25:16

8M ago1:25:16

1:25:16

Greg Stewart was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. He was in Granada Hills 30 years ago today when the Northridge Quake struck. We talk about how he was still forced to go to work the next day, equipped with a hard hat. We also discuss Reseda, what parts of the Val aren't really the Val, which parts should break off to be their own cities…

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Capítulo 190: "We're Girls" 30:40

8M ago30:40

30:40

The "girls" are everywhere these days! From girl math to girl dinner, adult women are GIRLS! In today's episode, we look at the cultural zeitgeist and how both girlhood and womanhood are being defined. How are women remaining girlhood and is it necessarily a bad thing? And how does the patriarchy infantilize women? Source: Woman In Retrograde Relat…

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What Is A Karaoke Space Odyssey? (Ft. Achim Mendoza) 26:53

7M ago26:53

26:53

On this episode of MeSearch, we're featuring an artist and storyteller from the Filipino community. He's a director, writer, editor, and producer. Originally from the Philippines, he came to US to complete his MFA in Film and TV Production from the University of Southern California. Join us as we learn more about one of his latest projects, a short…

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