In Episode 20 of Lights, Camera, Latino, we sit down with the hilarious voices behind LATOONOS — the brand-new animated series about three Boricua adults navigating life in the Bronx during the 90s. We’re joined by the characters themselves: Papo, Flaco, and Hector, who crash the podcast with their signature back-and-forth banter.

This episode is packed with laughter, nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes stories about how this bold, irreverent, and proudly Latino show came to life. From catchphrases to cultural references, we get into all the fun details.

⚠️ Heads up: LATOONOS is not for kids — it’s animated but made for adult audiences.

🎬 Watch the first episode on YouTube before tuning in to the podcast so you’re all caught up!

👉 ⁠LATOONOS Episode 1⁠

📱 Follow @latoonos on IG, TikTok, and YouTube for more episodes and updates.

In this special ATLFF 2025 edition of Lights, Camera, Latino!, host Angel Fabián Rivera sits down with director Miguel Ortiz (@28mmoz) and producer Elizabeth Alvarez (@e.lizzza.beth_a) to explore the making of Bloqué — a short film about a drummer struggling with a creative block, and the emotional depths that shape his artistic journey.

Together, we discuss how memory, vulnerability, and sound come together on screen, what it’s like to navigate the film festival circuit, and the importance of building space for Latinx creatives to tell deeply personal stories.

🎧 Tune in now and catch Bloqué at the Atlanta Film Festival 2025 — or follow the team online to see where it goes next.

In this special episode, I sit down with Sarah Schoellkopf, producer of the powerful documentary Norita, screening at the Atlanta Film Festival.

Norita (@noritathefilm) tells the story of Nora Cortiñas — a traditional housewife turned fearless human rights activist after the disappearance of her son during Argentina’s brutal dictatorship.

Directed by Andrea Testa and Jayson McNamara, and executive produced by the legendary Jane Fonda, this film is a moving portrait of resilience, motherhood, and the unstoppable fight for justice.

Sarah shares behind-the-scenes insights into capturing Norita’s journey, the personal connection the filmmakers have to the story, and why Nora’s message is more important now than ever.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about activism, memory, and hope!

This week on Lights, Camera, Latino! we explore a groundbreaking perspective in film and accessibility with Nefertiti Matos Olivares and Director Serena Dykman, whose documentary At See will be featured at the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival.

At See follows a group of blind travelers and their guide dogs as they embark on a cruise, navigating a massive commercial ship in the Caribbean. But what makes this film truly special is that it’s the first documentary to feature Open Audio Description, making it fully accessible from the jump.

We dive into Serena’s journey, the creative process behind the film, and the impact of working with Nefertiti Matos Olivares—the first blind Latina to live-narrate the Oscars—as the voice guiding both sighted and blind viewers alike.

This episode is a powerful look at inclusion, independence, and the joy of adventure—told through the lens of those who live it.

🎧 Tune in and let’s celebrate storytelling without limits.

In this episode of Lights, Camera, Latino!, we sit down with Puerto Rican rapper and writer Jeynu (@jeynustation) to explore his artistic evolution — from his early poetry and literary publications to his new EP, “Debut”, and making waves in the independent music scene.

We talk about:

• His transition from filmmaking to rap

• The emotional and creative process behind Debut

• What it means to perform on iconic Puerto Rican stages

• And how he’s carving a space for himself in the industry

Jeynu’s journey is full of heart, hustle, and artistic reinvention.

🎶 Don’t miss this powerful conversation.

Este episodio de Lights, Camera, Books! es una celebración de la literatura y la mujer boricua. Conversamos con @mariaestherauthor, @deb.soto y @bellicolors, tres escritoras que han convertido sus pasiones en libros que inspiran y conectan con lectores de todas partes.

Junto a nuestra invitada co-host, @bellicolors, exploramos temas como:

📚 El proceso de escribir y publicar una novela

📝 La inspiración detrás de sus historias

💡 Cómo surgió su amor por la escritura

📖 Detalles sobre sus libros y futuros proyectos

Desde el romance contemporáneo hasta la fantasía y la poesía, este episodio es un viaje a través de la literatura puertorriqueña actual. ¡No te lo pierdas!🎬✨

🔔 Suscríbete, dale like y únete a la conversación en los comentarios!

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This episode of Lights, Camera, Books! is a celebration of Puerto Rican literature and female talent. We chat with @mariaestherauthor, @deb.soto, and @bellicolors, three writers who have turned their passion into books that inspire a new generation.

Alongside our guest co-host, @bellicolors, we explore topics such as:

📚 The process of writing and publishing a novel

📝 The inspiration behind their stories

💡 How they fell in love with writing

📖 Insights into their books and upcoming projects

From contemporary romance to fantasy and poetry, this episode takes you on a journey through Puerto Rico’s literary scene. Don’t miss it! And remember, if Spanish isn’t your first language, you can watch with subtitles on YouTube. 🎬✨

🔔 Subscribe, like, and join the conversation in the comments!

Get ready to step behind the scenes of film and TV makeup! In this episode, Lights, Camera, Brush: Makeup Magic with Elena Miller!, we sit down with Elena Miller (@elenamillermakeup), a talented makeup artist and member of IATSE Local 798, who has worked on major productions like P-Valley (STARZ), Class of ‘09 (Hulu), The Staircase (HBO Max), Fight Night (Peacock), and more! 🎬💄

Elena shares her journey in the industry, how her science background helps her create stunning character designs, and what it takes to bring creatures and characters to life on screen. Plus, we discuss her company, Setiquette Prep (@setiquetteprep), an educational platform for makeup artists looking to break into film and TV.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about artistry, representation, and making it in Hollywood! Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major podcast platforms. 🎧✨

In this special episode of Lights, Camera, Books: Writing for Young Dreamers!, I sit down with two incredible Puerto Rican authors, Javier Vázquez Jr. (@javiervazquezjr/@explorethespark) and María del Pilar (@mariadpperezgomez), to discuss their inspiring journeys into writing for young readers. We dive into their creative processes, what motivates them, and how they bring their books to life, from initial ideas to publishing. We also talk about the impact they hope to have on the next generation of dreamers and how their stories aim to empower young minds.

Join us for an insightful conversation about storytelling, inspiration, and the journey of becoming a published author! Follow us on social media @lightscameralatino to stay updated on future episodes.