Rays Latino Talk Podcast

Rays Talk Show Episode 234: Host Ray Collazo is joined by the CEO of Social Vibes Media Vicky Llerena.  Vicky shares how she has overcome the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and the keys to building your online brand, regardless of budget. Highlights of this episode of Rays Talk Show with Vicky Llerena of Social Vibes Media (timestamp in parentheses): Three Keys to engaging your audience (4:30) What people are most drawn to in marketing (7:00) Top free resources to research viability of your business idea (9:00) The price of entrepreneurship (21:15) Why staying connected to a your network is critical to success (25:00) Advice for Christina and all visually based small businesses (28:15) What inspired Vicky to become an entrepreneur (34:10) Resources mentioned in the show: Reference USA: Small Business Research resource Famebit: Helps businesses connect with social media influencers that fit your audience profile Hootsuite: Social Media online publishing tool Subscribe to Rays Talk Show on i-Tunes, Soundclo

Rays Talk Show Episode 233: Host Ray Collazo breaks down the questions "What The Heck Happened?" and "What Do We Do Next?" following this shocking and to many horrific result of last Tuesday's Presidential Election. Collazo dives into the mental state of Latino voters now that President Elect Donal J. Trump remains in all of our lives. Collazo addresses nuances of the Latino election results, potential Democratic opponents in 2020 and why he isn't apologizing for how he feels. And would Bernie haven't been Trump or not? Guest Elbert Garcia later on joins Collazo to take a deep dive into the dynamics that led to a close Trump victory in Florida. Topics On his theraputic Post-Election edition o f Rays Talk Show:  (4:50) Political Therapy (5:45) Immigrants Never Get a Day Off (10:50 Why It Ain't Our fault (12:15) Why Latino Vote Needs More Love (15:17) Clinton's biggest Mistake (18:00) Customer's Always Right (26:00) Where to find the a few Latino Trump Voters (1:02:40) Florida Deep Dive  

RP232: Host Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts and wise Latinas Georgie Aguirre Sacasa and Claudia Granados to provide the final word on this historically maddening election cycle. Aguirre and Granados share how this Presidential election has impacted them as activists and as Latinas. Our guests also provide insight on how we move forward as a community and as a country win or lose on Tuesday. Ray then reveals his election predictions. Who will become the President elect on Tuesday and by how many electoral votes? What swing states will be determined by the surging Latino vote? And who will control the Senate after Tuesday?  

Rays Talk Show Episode 231: Business Consultant Ivette Mayo joins Rays Talk Show to help all of us turbo boost our businesses. Ivette gives us tough love advice to help us transition from being a ‘Wantapreneur’ to a ‘POWERpreneur.’ Mayo’s provides critical lessons on creating a business and life for yourself that brings you satisfaction, fulfillment and purpose. You can learn more about Mayo’s services and Bilingual Christmas Card Line at Yo Soy I Am. Subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes or website.

Rays Talk Show Episode 230: Host Ray Collazo is joined by guest Elbert Garcia to discuss what voters are talking about and what mainstream media is missing after the last Presidential election debate. Highlights of this ‘Latinos Talk Politics’ edition of Rays Talk Show (timestamp in parentheses): (1:35) Why Trump’s ‘Bad Hombres’ comment is so harmful to Latinos (6:45) The real threats to voter and election integrity (20:25) Does Clinton really have Florida locked up? (23:50) Evolution of Cuban-American Vote aka La Potencia factor (27:25) Is Marco Rubio still a thing? (33:10) Taco Trucks Politics (38:35) ‘Needy Latinos’ Bochinche (42:50) Biggest Problem with WikiLeaks emails (44:00) RIP to Choco Meza (45:40) Ray begs for South Beach VIP Status Subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes or Soundcloud and find all of Rays Talk Show’s content on our website.

Rays Talk Show Episode 229: Host Ray Collazo is joined by legendary author, broadcaster and political analyst Ray Suarez to discuss the state of the Presidential Race.  The tocayos analyze how Donald Trump’s unpredictable campaign has changed our political culture and why the mainstream media pays little attention to the Latino perspective.   Ray Suarez also pointedly describes why Trump’s rhetoric places Mexicans in a no-win political relationship with many Americans and wonders aloud why Canada never gets blamed for our problems. Suarez breaks down the factors impacting Latino voting power and what we may expect to come in the final weeks of the craziest election in our memory. The Rays finally chat about Suarez’ thoughts on the Chicago Cubs and speculate on their chances to win their first World Series since 1908.

Rays Talk Show Episode 228: Host Ray Collazo continues his coverage of the 2016 Presidential Election with guest Monica Parrilla. Ray and Monica decompress about the last several days of this electoral novella starting with the infamous #TrumpTape and the thugged out 2nd Presidential debate. Ray and Monica also review what makes this election so crazy and what Latino voters really want to hear more about for the next month. Monica also reports in about her work mobilizing Latino voters in the key swing state of Pennsylvania. 

Rays Talk Show Episode 227: Rays Talk Show continues its Election Coverage as Ray Collazo is joined by political analysts Charlie Ramos, Jr. and Marcos Villar. Listen to the panel’s reaction to this week’s Vice Presidential debate and how #ThatMexicanThing will impact the Presidential race and the Latino Vote. Collazo, Ramos and Vilar take a deep dive into how the Puerto Rican vote will save Florida and change the state for the better. And did California Congresswoman and Senate candidate Loretta Sanchez really dab during her debate with frontrunner Kamala Harris? #QueBochinche! The Rays Talk Show's family prays for continued peace in light of Colombian voters recent rejection of a proposed peace treaty with the FARC.

Rays Talk Show Episode 226: Host Ray Collazo debuts a special Rays Talk Show series of political talk episodes gearing us up for the upcoming election. Collazo lays out his biggest takeaway from the first Presidential debate, analysis of the state of play, the bochinche of the week and a shoutout to a recent victory for workers rights. Send Ray ideas for show topics or guests you want to hear on these special political episodes of Rays Talk Show by via email at podcastrays@gmail or via Twitter. And check out every episode of Rays Talk Show on our website.  

Rays Talk Show Episode 225: A special simulcast episode of Rays Talk Show with host Ray Collazo and Potencial Millonario with Felix Montelara live from Miami during the Hispanicize Conference. Collazo and Montelara are joined by Cindy Y. Rodriguez and Nathalie Farfan of The Morado Lens Podcast. The women of Morado Lens share the keys to releasing your inner bruja for career and personal satisfaction. Enjoy Ray and the crew’s raucous conversation about sugar mommies, ceviche, abuelas’ sex lives and much, much, more. And did someone really mention Rico Suave? Check out the amazing podcasts of our friends at Morado Lens and Potential Millonario and subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes and Soundcloud.

Rays Talk Show Episode 224: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Social Media Consultant and Leader Natascha Otero-Santiago to discuss all things Puerto Rico. The Founder of NOS Communications and Paranda.org briefs us on what 2016 has taught her about organizing the Puerto Rican diaspora online during the island’s economic crisis and the subsequent PROMESA debate. Natascha is also finding success offering her services to Puerto Rican and culturally oriented businesses in South Florida. Learn how Natascha has established a thriving consulting firm utilizing the “Wepa Factor!” Ray and Natascha also celebrate the Gold Medal winning triumph of tennis superstar Monica Puig and how #PicaPower brought millions of boricuas together online. Connect to the ongoing campaign to uplift the voices of Puerto Ricans through the National Puerto Rican Agenda and Parranda.org.  Subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes and GooglePlay.

Rays Talk Show Episode 223: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Co-Host Maria Florio and guest Del Gerard revealed the “Hustlers Time Management Guide” for people that are looking to squeeze more time out of their day to pursue their passions. Your Virtual Big Brother also shares how you can find 5 months a year of more time to build the life you have always wanted. For more Rays Talk Show, visit RaysPodcast.com or subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes, Google Play or Soundcloud.

Rays Talk Show Episode 222: Blogger and Activist Lola Acevedo joins Host Ray Collazo to assure us ‘dreams don’t have an expiration date.’ The author of The Lola Chronicles shares her journey to understand the beauty in emotional scars that led her to establish an award winning blog and lose over 150 pounds after her divorce.

Rays Talk Show Episode 221: Live Streaming Guru and Sales Expert Tony R. Sanders visits Rays Talk Show to share how he created the hottest live streaming morning show 'Good Morning, God Bless.' The “Creator of Dope Things” reveals the keys to his content creation journey and gives marketing tips for building your audience through live streaming. Tony and Host Ray Collazo talk shop about the live streaming landscape and why Facebook Live is the big dog in the game until further notice. Support the #GMGB Live Stream Show and more content from Tony R Sanders and check out more episodes of Rays Talk Show.

Rays Talk Show Episode 220: Bilingual Blogger, Author and Producer of Viva Fifty platform Lorraine C. Ladish visits Rays Talk Show to share her journey from divorced single mother on welfare to leading social media influencer, Lorraine and host Ray Collazo discuss the path to entrepreneurship through personal fulfillment, strategies for online platform building at any age and her new book Reach: From Single Mom on Welfare to Digital Entrepreneur.  A leading voice for Latina social media content creators, Lorraine shares great insights on creating an authentic and profitable digital platform and the power of salsa dancing and yoga to help take care of yourself through the ups and downs of life. Look for Lorraine C. Ladish’s content at Viva Fifty platform and Lorraine C. Ladish everywhere on social media.

Rays Talk Show Episode 219: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Brenda Gonzalez of the Tamarindo Podcast to discuss their reflections on the Latino community's energy during these turbulent political times. Brenda and Ray discuss how Latino leaders throughout the country are channeling the power of resilience to combat anti-Latino rhetoric.  Ray and Brenda recorded this episode in Orlando, Florida during the National Council of La Raza Conference. Ray and Brenda share the significance of Latinos coming together in Central Florida to show solidarity with the victims and families of the Pulse nightclub shooting as well as highlight the critical importance of the Puerto Rican/Latino Vote in the 222 Corridor this election cycle. Ray and Brenda can't stay away from talking politics. Is Tim Kaine's pick as the Democratic Vice Presidential nominee going to excite Latinos because he speaks espanol? And why aren't their more Latinos in position to become a Vice Presidential nominee? Listen to what Latina Republican got prop

Rays Talk Show Episode 218: Host Ray Collazo is joined by Brenda Gonzalez and Luis Octavio from the Tamarindo Podcast. The hottest new Latino podcasters visit Ray to discuss politica, media images, personal identity and Colombian food. We first learn how the Tamarindo Podcast crew birthed the show and how it has become the hottest new podcast in the Latino digital space. This leads to a great conversation about the mainstream media coverage of Latino perspective during major events like the 2016 Election cycle and the Pulse Nightclub tragedy. The intersection of Latino and LGBTQ identity has come to the forefront in recent times and Luis Octavio shares his very personal experience living with this duality. Finally, Brenda reveals what Puerto Rican impacts her life the most and Luis Octavio breaks down his love for Colombian cuisine.

Rays Talk Show Episode 217: Ray Collazo is joined by author and activist Sulma Arzu-Brown to discuss her recently published children’s book “Bad Hair Does Not Exist/Pelo Malo No Existe.” Sulma and Ray talk about what inspired her to create a book that affirms the beauty of our children, regardless of skin tone and hair texture. Sulma shares her journey from concerned mother to author and best practices on developing creative marketing strategies for independent publishers. Sulma, Ray and guest Raquel Mangual ‘go there’ with real talk on how race impacts Latino identity, self-esteem and relationships. Purchase Bad Hair Does Not Exist/Pelo Malo No Existe and visit Big Brother Ray Collazo website for all of our podcasts and content.

Rays Talk Show Episode 216: Host Ray Collazo is joined by blogger and digital organizer Sili Recio of The MamiHood. Recio was recently named one of Latina Magazine’s “Most Influential Bloggers” and talks to Ray about how blogging has led her to career growth and personal fulfillment. Sili and special guests Dr. Vibe and Cynthia from Moms Winning discuss keys to building a successful blog platform while continuing to provide ones audience maximum value. Subscribe to Rays Talk Show as a podcast on iTunes or Google Play.

Rays Talk Show Episode 215: Host Ray Collazo is joined by heath care professional and activist Venessa Rivera. The ‘Madrina of Health’ shares her journey as a promotora de salud. Rivera’s activism began as a small girl helping farmworker families and has continued to become a leading voice for equitable culturally competent health care and health advocacy for everyone regardless of background. Notable Quote from Episode 215: “We are not experts…the community are the true experts.”—Venessa Rivera Resources: NCLR’s Health Advocacy Programs for Latino children and families Subscribe to Rays Talk Show on iTunes or Google Play and visit our website for more content that helps you find wealth in your voice through personal and career satisfaction.