6 Podcasts by Latinos That Deserve a Spot in Your Rotation

In a world where mainstream narratives often overlook the nuances of Latinidad, a growing wave of podcasts is helping to fill the gap, amplifying Latino voices, unpacking cultural identity, and diving into everything from politics to personal growth. Here are some standout shows leading the charge.

Latino USA

Hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist María Hinojosa, Latino USA is the gold standard for in-depth coverage of Latino news and culture. As the longest-running Latino-focused program in public media, the show delivers weekly episodes that blend investigative reporting, human stories, and cultural commentary. Whether it’s a look into immigration policy or an intimate conversation with a changemaker, Hinojosa’s storytelling is as sharp as it is empathetic.

 

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Alt.Latino

Produced by NPR Music and hosted by Félix Contreras and Anamaria Sayre, Alt.Latino celebrates Latinx identity through music. Each episode explores the ever-expanding global Latinx community, offering interviews with rising stars and established legends. Expect deep dives into heritage, genre-blending sounds, and the cultural heartbeat that music provides.

 

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Latina to Latina

Created by Juleyka Lantigua and hosted by Alicia Menéndez, Latina to Latina is all about real talk. Each week, powerful Latinas open up about career wins, personal failures, and the lessons in between. The show is raw, funny, and deeply affirming, with guests ranging from actresses and authors to entrepreneurs and advocates.

 

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Café con Pam

Pam Covarrubias brings her signature Spanglish and fearless curiosity to Café con Pam, a podcast that interviews Latine/x and people of color breaking barriers across the U.S. Topics range from sexuality and spirituality to entrepreneurship and mental health. Pam isn’t afraid to go deep and her listeners are better for it.

Locatora Radio

Billed as a “radiophonic novela,” Locatora Radio is equal parts cultural critique, feminist podcast, and pop culture commentary. Hosts Diosa Femme and Mala Muñoz blend personal storytelling with activism and media literacy, creating a vibrant space for Latinx voices to thrive. Since joining iHeartRadio’s MyCultura Podcast Network in 2022, their reach has only grown.

 

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Tamarindo

Hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino, Tamarindo mixes levity with depth. The show covers everything from politics and identity to personal development and self-care. Each episode is a blend of advocacy and reflection, often spotlighting changemakers and creatives pushing for equity and justice. It’s informative, affirming, and just plain fun.

 

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These podcasts aren’t just filling a content gap but they’re building community, challenging stereotypes, and showing the world the infinite richness of Latinidad, one episode at a time.