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This week Teresa Restrepo presents an interview with a representative from Positive Link about their recent HIV/AIDS outreach and prevention campaign in the Latino community. Correspondent Ramon Bannister has a special feature story on Latino representation in the media, especially in the tragic accident in which a Mexican local resident and an IU student were involved recently. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, a weekly sports update, and a segment on science and technology.

This week in Hola Bloomington an interview with María Hamilton, certified fitness trainer, who talks about the basics of a healthy life style and recommends physical activities to do during the summer around Bloomington. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents the headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington: the second part of an interview with María Hamilton, certified fitness trainer at the YMCA, who talks about the basics of a healthy life style and recommends physical activities to do during the summer around Bloomington. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents the headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington we present an interview with Maria Del Mar Carrasquillo, Director of Emergency Services for the Monroe County Chapter of the American Red Cross, who talks about how to prepare for emergencies. Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington: Nancy Woolery, from the Community and Family Resources Department for the City of Bloomington talks about Bloomington's smoke-free ordinance. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington: An interview with Teresa Velez, the new project assistant with the City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources office, who recently replaced Maria File-Muriel. Teresa talks about the her experience in the Bloomington Latino community and the new initiatives being brought about by her office. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington: An interview with an anonymous member of Alcoholics Anonymous/Narcotics Anonymous, who talks about membership, the recovery process and community resources available locally. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington: Silvia Mora of the Mariachi de Colores talks about the life, music and culture of mariachis in the United States. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week in Hola Bloomington: education expert Gracia Valliant has tons of helpful back-to-school advice for parents. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week Hola Bloomington interviews Albert Mora, a successful MBA, investment banker. Albert tells our Latino listeners how to reach the top in the modern world of business. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Jean Schelm from the Monroe Public Library. Jean talks to our listeners about services at the Public Library. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Melissa Richardson, who works for the Department of Child Services in Monroe County. Melissa talks about the foster care system. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Lillian Casillas, who works for Indiana University's La Casa center for Latino Affairs. Lillian highlights the upcoming Latino Summer Festival. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, a science and technology segment, 5 minutes of solitude, and the voices of regular people in our community.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Abraxas Segundo, who volunteers for the program Hola Bloomington. Abraxas talks about his experience as a volunteer. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, tangled in the web and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Maria Carrasquillo, director of emergency services for the Monroe County Red Cross. She speaks of the volunteer effort in Bloomington to help victims of Hurrican Katrina and other natural disasters. And like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, our "Tangled in the Web" technology feature, and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with the Jane Walters and Clara Garcia of Mujeres en Conexion. They join Hola Bloomington to talk about upcoming events. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with members of Gamma Phi Omega and La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda. Members of these organizations join Hola Bloomington to talk about the objectives of their organizations. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Nancy Vazquez, who works as a volunteer at the Monroe County Animal Shelter. She explains the adoption process. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with members of Ilasa. Members of these organizations join Hola Bloomington to talk about the objectives of their organizations. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Teresa Velez and Luz Maria Lopez who talk about the childcare system. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presesnts an interview with Gail Pontius. Gail joins Hola Bloomington to talk about the American tradition of Thanskgiving. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, the weekly sports news, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Isabel Vernaza. Isabel is a registered nurse and joins Hola Bloomington to talk about common winter illnesses, prevention and care. Tonight's show marks the beginning of two new segments: "All About Pets", with a debut topic of tips for training puppies, and a new bilingual segment exploring popular American and Latin American proverbs and slang. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington, "Tangled in the Web" and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Olga Garcia and Nohemi Miño. The topic of tonight's show is the Christmas tradition and strategies for Christmas shopping. Other topics include a new bilingual segment exploring popular American and Latin American proverbs and slang, and news in Spanish from the BBC. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington and 5 minutes of solitude.

This week Hola Bloomington welcomes guest Nancy Amstrong to talk about the FLAME program. Other highlights include a new bilingual segment exploring popular American and Latin American proverbs and slang, a new edition of "All About Pets" with some tips to take care of pets during the winter season, 5 minutes of solitude, and news in Spanish from the BBC. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington.

This week's topic on Hola Bloomington is "Family Christmas Celebrations". Four elementary-age children join the show to talk about Christmas celebrations at their house. Other highlights include a new bilingual segment exploring popular American and Latin American proverbs and slang, a new edition of "All About Pets" with more tips to take care of pets during the winter season, 5 minutes of solitude, and news in Spanish from the BBC. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America and Bloomington.

This week Hola Bloomington presents a brief history of "Dia de los tres Reyes Magos" ("Three Kings Day"). Teresa Restrepo, Luz Lopez and Teresa Velez describe the traditions and custom of this popular Latin American holiday. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, 5 minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment on popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Pamela Sanders from Indiana University's Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. She joins Hola Bloomington to talk about the Center's research and instruction. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, 5 minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment on popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with John Nieto Phillips, professor of History and Latin American and Caribbean Studies at Indiana University. John talks about immigration and stereotypes in the U.S. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, 5 minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment on popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week catch the debut of a new recurring segment, "Neighbors", focusing on immigration issues. Today's topic is "Who is the Immigrant and Why Are They Here?" This series is supported by the Community and Family Resources Department of the City of Bloomington, WFHB and the Immigrants Rights Network. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, 5 minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment on popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week Indiana University professor of History and Latin American and Caribbean Studies John Nieto Phillips returns for an update on House Bill 1383, legislation currently up for a vote in the Indiana General Assembly that would cut off many immigrants from public services, including health care, and would require law enforcement agencies to verify the status of suspected "illegal" aliens. ACLU of Indiana says if HB 1383 becomes law it would create an atmosphere of exclusion and hate for immigrant communities. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, 5 minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment on popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week on Hola Bloomington it's our "Valentine's Day Special" - with a history of the holiday and advice for our listeners. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, five minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment contrasting popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week Indiana University professor Shane Green joins Hola Bloomington to talk about Peruvian indigenous movements and politics in Latin America. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, 5 minutes of solitude, "Tangled in the Web" and a bilingual segment contrasting popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week the topic on Hola Bloomington is current and proposed legislation affecting the Latino community. Miriam Calderon, Education Policy Analyst of the National Council of La Raza, talks about the DREAM Act, a bipartisan federal proposal led in part by Indiana Senator Richard Lugar that would facilitate access to postsecondary educational opportunities for immigrant students in the United States who currently face barriers in pursuing a college education. This interview was conducted by the "Nuevos Horizontes" radio program at the University of Illionois. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also presents headline news from Latin America, "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Yosep Sobrer, "Tangled in the Web", and a bilingual segment contrasting popular Latin American and American proverbs.

This week Hola Bloomington again features the 15-minute "Nuevos Horizontes" radio program at the University of Illionois with a segment on an Illinois state program called Opportunity I-Loan, intended to help families who have no checking account, credit history or social security numbers qualify for low-interest mortgage loans to buy their first home. This week's program also features headline news from Latin America, "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Yosep Sobrer, "Tangled in the Web", and community stories written by Indiana University students.

This week Hola Bloomington presents the first in a three-part series, "Another World in Production: Garment Workers Speak Out". Since 1999, activists at Indiana University have fought to ensure that clothes bearing the school's logo are not produced in sweatshops. On February 7th, the university took a large step forward in the fight by approving the "Sweatfree Campus" proposal. This proposal, undertaken locally by No Sweat!, the Bloomington branch of United Students Against Sweatshops, will force companies to manufacture IU-licensed apparel in designated "sweatfree" factories. IU is the fifth school to adopt this program. Recently No Sweat!, hosted a local appearance of a national campus tour, featuring union leaders from El Salvador, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic who toil relentlessly for better working conditions in garment factories in their home countries. Over the next three weeks on Hola Bloomington you'll hear the stories of their heroic struggles for human rights.

This week Hola Bloomington presents the second in a three-part series, "Another World in Production: Garment Workers Speak Out". Since 1999, activists at Indiana University have fought to ensure that clothes bearing the school's logo are not produced in sweatshops. On February 7th, the university took a large step forward in the fight by approving the "Sweatfree Campus" proposal. This proposal, undertaken locally by No Sweat!, the Bloomington branch of United Students Against Sweatshops, will force companies to manufacture IU-licensed apparel in designated "sweatfree" factories. IU is the fifth school to adopt this program. Recently No Sweat!, hosted a local appearance of a national campus tour, featuring union leaders from El Salvador, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic who toil relentlessly for better working conditions in garment factories in their home countries.

Tonight Hola Bloomington announces that Tara Culbertson is the winner of the official Hola Bloomington Logo Contest! Also in this program Hola Bloomington airs the final segment in a three-part series, "Another World in Production: Garment Workers Speak Out". Since 1999, activists at Indiana University have fought to ensure that clothes bearing the school's logo are not produced in sweatshops. On February 7th, the university took a large step forward in the fight by approving the "Sweatfree Campus" proposal. This proposal, undertaken locally by No Sweat!, the Bloomington branch of United Students Against Sweatshops, will force companies to manufacture IU-licensed apparel in designated "sweatfree" factories. IU is the fifth school to adopt this program.

Tonight's show starts with an interview with Tara Culbertson, the winner of the official Hola Bloomington Logo Contest! The program also includes material provided by Nuevos Horizontes featuring an interview with Jane Delgado, President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, who talks about health disparities evident in the Hispanic population in the United States, followed by a short health segment on hypertension in the latino community. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also features Latin American news in Spanish from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Duane Shearer, Special Projects Coordinator at Positive Link, Bloomington Hospital's free testing and counseling program for people living with HIV and other communicable diseases. Tonight's show also includes material provided by Nuevos Horizontes on how to avoid becoming victimized by identity theft, the nation's primary growing white collar crime according to the FBI. Ana Quevedo, spokesperson for Nationwide Insurance, explains that when a thief steals your wallet or purse, it probably isn't money that he or she desires. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also features Latin American news in Spanish from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

Indiana University law professor Luis Fuentes-Rohwer talks about the recent massive protest marches all across the country in response to proposed legislation to speed up deportations, tighten border security and criminalize illegal immigrants. An estimated 850,000 unauthorized immigrants enter the United States each year - a population roughly equivalent to a city the size of Indianapolis. Right now Congress is on fire with a debate over how to deal with the flow, most of which originates in Latin America. Tonight's show also includes material provided by Nuevos Horizontes featuring an interview with Malverde, the new king of Latin hip-hop, who talks about his success and how his grandfather is the inspiration behind his music. Like every week, Hola Bloomington also features Latin American news in Spanish from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Michelle Gutierrez, an attorney who specializes in immigration issues. She joins our show to talk about the incident that took place in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 19th where immigration agents captured and deported some undocumented immigrants who were working at a local factory. Tonight's show also features an interview with Jorge Tino who is an Indiana University student from Mexico. He describes to us the lives of the "Parteras Totonacas", a group of unique indigenous woman who live in Olintlo, Mexico. These women who work as midwifes are considered to have a special gift bringing life into the world. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America, the Science and Technology segment from the BBC News and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

Hispanics are more prone to suffer from kidney illnesses than non-Hispanics, and according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases these types of illnesses constitute a growing epidemic in the United States. In this program you'll hear an interview with the Institute's Senior Advisor Saul Malozowsky, an endocrinologist who will tell you what you need to know to maintain good kidney function. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents headline news from Latin America, the Science and Technology segment from the BBC News and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with John Mcdowell and Francisco Tandoy, professors in the department of Latin American and Caribbean studies at Indiana University. They talked about the last native conference that took place two weeks ago in Bloomington where speakers exchanged experiences about native language, traditional medicine and lifestyles in Latin American communities. Also, Hola Bloomington presents an interview from the radio show Nuevos Horizontes; Flavia Jimenez who works for the Consejo Nacional de la Raza speaks about the new immigration laws. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents the headline news from Latin America from the BBC Ciencia and Radio Nederlands, Tangled in the Web and 5 minutes of solitude with Indiana University professor Joseph Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an informative segment brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes radio show. The topic is "Salto a la Accion", a new initiative promoted by the "Consejo Nacional de la Raza". This proposal supports efforts to ensure the Hispanic vote is heard in the 2006 elections. Listeners will also hear an interview with Indiana University anthropology professor Anya Royce, who talks about the unique and interesting customs of the "Zapotecas", an indigenouos group of people in Juchitán, Mexico. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents the headline news from Latin America from the BBC Ciencia and Radio Nederlands, Tangled in the Web and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington shares an interview that originally aired on Nuevos Horizontes Spanish language radio show on May 21st. The guest is Hector Balcazar, professor of Public Health at the University of Texas. Hector explains that although some Latinos may be aware of heart disease, too many Latinos don't realize that there are ways to keep your heart healthy. He also talks about two new initiatives: "Salud para su Corazón" and "Su Corazón, su Vida", programs aimed at educating US Latinos on heart disease and physical fitness. Correspondent Oscar Robles talks to employees of the local Casa Brava restaurant about the national debate on immigration. Like every week, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Marcela Salazar who speaks about the new immigration laws. This and another segment on the importance of children receiving regular eye examinations were provided by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Correspondent Oscar Robles bids farewell to Mexican sports commentator Angel Fernandez, who died last week, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Ana Maria Quevedo, spokesperson for Nationwide Insurance, who offers tips on how to reach financial independence. This and a health segment on the effects of acid reflux were provided by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Correspondent Oscar Robles goes behind the scenes at the Kinsey Institute for gender research and Jenny Gibson highlights upcoming local community events. As always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Marcela Salazar, who leads Hispanic media outreach for the U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, about the new immigration laws. This and a segment on the health benefits of tomatoes and another on Chicano art were provided by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Correspondent Oscar Robles visits nearby Nashville, Indiana to explore rustic stores, Indiana architecture and other attractions for the local Latino community. Jenny Gibson highlights upcoming local community events. As always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Maria Hamilton, certified sports trainer at the YMCA, who offers recommendations on how to stay fit this summer. Hosts Luz María López and Tomás Morales provide tips on how to care for animals during the hot summer months. Correspondent Oscar Robles talks about the World Cup and contributor Jenny Gibson highlights upcoming local community events. As always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Ulises Beltran Ugarte, professor of Political Science at the Center for Economic Teaching and Investigation in Mexico City. Ulises talks about the upcoming presidential elections in Mexico and the electoral process. This and a health segment on the importance of eating balanced meals and getting sufficient rest are brought to us by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Correspondent Oscar Robles provides a local perspective on the upcoming presidential elections in Mexico and Mexico's current economic and social state. Teresa Velez highlights community events, and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Indiana attorney Michelle Gutierrez, who specializes in immigration law. Michelle joins Hola Bloomington to talk about the legal consequences of using false social security numbers. Correspondent Oscar Robles talks about this year's World Cup soccer tournament, highlighting the best teams, players, and goals leading up to the final round. Jenny Gibson highlights community events, and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Hector Balcazar, Professor and Regional Dean of the school of Public Health of the University of Texas. Hector talks about heart disease among US Latinos and the fact that all too often, Latinos seek medical attention too late. He also offers recommendations on how to care for your cardiovascular system. This, a health segment on the benefits of playing soccer and a brief cultural segment on the history of the "hot dog" or "perro caliente" are brought to us by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Correspondent Oscar Robles analyzes the opinions of the Mexican and international press, prominent intellectuals, and Mexican political parties focusing on the possibility of a coalition government in Mexico following the recent presidential elections.

This week Hola Bloomington presents a special report prepared by correspondent Ramón Banister about the "Matricula Consular", an ID for Mexican immigrants. This type of identification is accepted by various banks and some governmental agencies and can be obtained at the Mexican Consulate in Indianapolis. Correspondent Oscar Robles talks about the music and success of popular Mexican artist Alejandro Fernandez in the first of a two-part series, and Jenny Gibson highlights community events. As always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with childcare expert Catherine Toro-Maso with advice for parents seeking childcare options, and correspondent Oscar Robles concludes his tribute to the success of popular Mexican musician Alejandro Fernandez with the final installment of a two-part series. NOTE: Our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer does not appear in this program, and instead of news from BBC and Radio Nederlands we present the weekend news report from Radio Bilingue's Noticiero Latino, featuring reports on the demonstration in Mexico City demanding a recount in the presidential election, another protest in Chicago calling for legalization for millions of undocumented immigrants, and a group of mothers in California testing the air for toxic chemicals breathed by migrant workers.

This week Hola Bloomington presents an interview with Marcela Salazar, who leads Hispanic media outreach for the U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, about the new immigration laws. This and a segment on the health benefits of tomatoes and another on Chicano art were provided by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Jenny Gibson highlights local events and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.
Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

The cast of "Maria de Buenos Aires" joins Hola Bloomignton to talk about their upcoming theatrical production that will take place on August 31st at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre. This tango opera is a collaboration between ExArt, Arthur Murray Dance Studio and the Latin American Music Center at Indiana University. Tonight's program also includes a cultural segment on the issue of "tipping" in the United States, brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes radio show. Our newest host Maria Auxiliadora highlights local events of interest to the Hispanic community, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Indiana University professor Josep Sobrer.

Tonight on Hola Bloomington, Danielle Gonzalez, director of Pre-K-Now talks about the lack of Hispanic children in pre-schools. Pre-K-Now is a national program in support of early education. According to a recent study published by the Census office, only 40% of Hispanic children under age 5 attend pre-school while 60% of white children in the same age group attend. This, a health segment on sinus problems and a brief cultural segment about the novels of Mexican writer Mariano Azuela, are brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes radio program. Maria Auxiliadora highlights community events and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin Amerian news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally produced segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Richard Perez, producing artistic director for the Bloomington Playwrights Project, joins Hola Bloomington tonight to talk about "Border Lines", a new series of Latino-themed plays by Latino writers. Richard talks about the National Endowment for the Arts grant supporting the project and what he he would like for Latino audiences to gain from the productions. Jenny Gibson highlights community events and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin Amerian news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally produced segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

According to the National Cancer Institute, death due to cervical cancer is greater among Hispanic women than among any other group in our population. However, with early detection, this is a curable disease. Doctor Ana Maria Lopez of the National Cancer Institute in Arizona speaks on this issue. This commentary as well as a health segment on the benfits of exercise and adequate rest is brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes radio show. Maria Auxiliadora highlights community events and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin Amerian news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally produced segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

The Bloomington Police Department will be taking applications and testing for new recruit officers on October 21, 2006 at Bloomington High School South at 1965 S. Walnut Street. In order to serve the growing diversity among Bloomington's population, the department is especially interested in reaching Spanish-speaking candidates. Police Captain Michael Diekhoff explains the process for applying and taking the written and physical agility exams for the department. A clip from the Nuevos Horizontes radio show features Maria del Mar Maza, accredited leader of La Leche League, on the importance of breastfeeding and a cultural history segmenton the heritage of the ice cream cone. Maria Auxiliadora Viloria highlights community events, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin Amerian news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally produced segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Jenny Gibson welcome Lillian Casillas, Director of La Casa, Indiana University's Latino Cultural Center and Lupe Arroyo, a member of the Festival Latino planning committee. Lillian has provided leadership to the upcoming Festival Latino, taking place Saturday, September 30 at Dunn Meadow and the Bloomington Multicultural Festival, taking place on Sunday, October 1st on the Showers City Hall Commons. Lupe and Lillian discuss the upcoming festivals, the work of La Casa, and provide information for potential students thinking of attending Indiana University. The show also features a clip from the Nuevos Horizontes radio show, community events from Jenny Gibson, and a special announcement from the American Heart Association. As always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and the locally produced segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria welcome Professor Dan Suslak from the Indiana University Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Professor Suslak discusses the political situation and recent protests in Oaxaca, Mexico. A special health report regarding the occurance of cancer within the Hispanic population in the United States, a segment on men's health and a segment on the importance of parent participation in their children's school events are brought to us by the Nuevos Horizontes radio program at University of Illinois. Maria Auxiliadora highlights this week's community events and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Carlos Gonzales and Jenny Gibson welcome Professor Bradley Levinson, Associate Professor at Indiana University School of Education. Professor Levinson discusses the Indiana Project for Latin American Cultural Competency in which he is currently involved. One component of the project focuses on strengthening and augmenting the teaching of Latin American culture and society in Indiana schools. Another major focus of the project aims to address community-school relations and local civic cultures, building educators' and citizens' cultural competency for integrating new immigrant students and families from Latin America. A special health report on uterine fibroid tumors is brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny Gibson highlights community events, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington tries something new as we present the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 450 stations in North America pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S. Hosts Maria Auxiliadora Viloria and Luz Maria Lopez discuss Day of the Saints (November 1) and Day of the Dead (November 2) celebrations in their native countries of Venezuela and Mexico. Maria Auxiliadora highlights upcoming community events, and health-related segments brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension addresses ways to stay healthy during cold and flu season, avoid cavities at Halloween, and tells one family's experience with spina bifida . This week's program concludes with a special Halloween story: Bloody Mary and the Hitchhiker.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Jenny Gibson welcome Pedro Roman, a member of the White River Central Labor Council. Pedro discusses labor issues facing new immigrants and an upcoming Immigration Reform Forum which is being sponsored by the Labor Council on November 14th. A special report is brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension on the legend of "Coco" (or "cuco"), a South African mythical monster whose legend is widely used by parents in Spain and Latin America in order to make their children go to sleep. Jenny Gibson highlights upcoming community events, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Lisa Abbott, Director of the City of Bloomington Housing and Neighborhood Development Department (HAND). The HAND Department works to ensure that each Bloomington city resident has a safe and habitable place to live and that each neighborhood is a place residents are proud to call home. On tonight's program Lisa discusses issues concerning apartment rental, home ownership and zoning regulations. Commentary and health segments are brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Our locally produced commentary segment, "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" is brought to us by Josep Sobrer. Carlos highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands.

Maria Auxiliadora Viloria and Luz Maria Lopez host tonight's program, featuring the debut of new Hola Bloomington producer Daniel Soto, who interviews Dr. Rebecca Martinez from Indiana University School of Education, Sherwood Oaks Christian Church Outreach minister Brad Pontius, and Indiana University student Becky Perez, who have recently returned from Guatemala. The group spent a month in Chimaltenango studying the learning patterns of children and working with teachers to provide an improved learning environment. A special health segment is brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Award-winning singer Marc Anthony is our featured musical artist. Luz Maria highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Carlos Gonzales and Jenny Gibson welcome guest Bryan Newton, Director of Enrollment Services at the Bloomington campus of Ivy Tech Community College. Bryan discusses the admission process and student life at Ivy Tech and the accessibility of the campus programs for native Spanish speakers. A special segment including an interview on children's health and smoking cessation is brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Award-winning singer Shakira is our featured musical artist and Jenny highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities. As always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

On Hola Bloomington this week special correspondent Maria File-Muriel interviews Noemi Peregrino Gonzalez from Cuichapa Veracruz and Celeste Escobar, originally from Paraguay. Noemi is a member of the Eucharist Missionaries and her congregation has worked with Borderlinks for eight years with the mission of humanizing educating and liberating. Noemi worked at the US-Mexico border with migrant communities for the last three years and previously worked in a peasant community in Veracruz. Celeste Escobar was a domestic worker and now is a community organizer for Domestic Workers United, who work and organize to establish fair labor standards in the domestic work industry in the state of New York. Noemi and Celeste discuss the impact of current immigration policy on the lives of undocumented immigrants, the consequences of the demand for low-wage workers in the U.S. and grassroots efforts underway to empower the voices of immigrant workers in the U.S.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Luz Maria Lopez welcome guest JuanaWatson, Senior Advisor for Latino Affairs to Governor Mitch Daniels. Ms. Watson discusses the state of Latino and Hispanic affairs in the State of Indiana and offers advice for persons who want to get involved with working for positive change in the Latino community. We are also joined by Rachel Powers, Latino Outreach Coordinator for Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link. Rachel discusses activities taking place around Bloomington to commemorate December 1 as World AIDS Day. Special health and culture segments are brought to us by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Tonight's hosts are Carlos Gonzalez and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria. A special guest interview with Meghan Bee from Bloomington Hospital provides information on CPR Anytime for Family and Friends. CPR Anytime is a personal learning program provided by the American Heart Association that allows families, friends, and the general public to learn the core skills of CPR in 22 minutes. This program was developed to increase CPR knowledge and awareness among people not likely to attend a CPR course. A special health and culture segment is provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Maria Auxiliadora provide highlights of upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities. As always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commetary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Jenny Gibson welcome guest Julie Williams, teacher of English as a Second Language with the Monroe County Community School Corporation Adult Education Program. Julie discusses the ESL classes, how to overcome barriers to learning a second language and offers tips for successfully learning to speak and write in a second language. Julie also introduces the audience to the "English to Go" program, an English language class that requires a lesser level of classroom attendance. Health and culture segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny provides highlights of upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and as always, Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Nederlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Maria Auxiliadora welcome Santiago Santomayor from the YMCA. Santiago has worked with the YMCA for ten years helping members of the Bloomington community to lead healthy, active lives. Santiago presents important information about the services and programs offered to kids, adults and senior citizens as well as upcoming events. Health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Maria Auxiliadora highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and we present our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer, and the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 450 stations in North America pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Carlos Gonzalez interview Barbara Fuqua of the Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission. Barbara tells listeners of the upcoming events honoring Dr. King's life, legacy, and dedication to volunteer service. Cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny Gibson presents information on upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Carlos Gonzalez interview Melissa Britton, Latino Outreach Coordinator for the Safe and Civil City Program of the City of Bloomington. The Latino Outreach program was created to provide support and services to the growing Latino population while promoting diversity in our community. She describes the programs, events, and community collaborations that the Latino Outreach team is working on this year. Cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny Gibson presents information on upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer. This week we introduce a new segment by Gabriella Rodriguez, called "Your Student Voice" in which she highlights volunteer opportunities in the community for students.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Tomas Morales talk with three special guests from the Cutters Youth Soccer Association: Jane Walters, Luis Hernandez and Perla Vidaurri. The Cutters Soccer Association has many exciting opportunities for local youth and parents to get involved with their programs. Cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Luz Maria Lopez presents information on upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Tomas Morales interview Liz Jones from Area 10 Agency on Aging whose mission is to provide high quality, affordable services to senior citizens and to promote the independence, health, and dignity of our area's older residents. Liz also talks about an important new service called 2-1-1 which is a social service information and referral line servicing Owen and Monroe Counties. Cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Gabriela Rodriguez presents a new segment on tax season and everything you need to know about filing. Jenny Gibson presents information on upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

This week Hola Bloomington celebrates Valentine's Day and more importantly love and friendship with special guest Guido Sanchez. Carlos Gonzales and Maria Auxiliadora talk about Guido's experience as an Indiana University Jacobs School of Music doctoral student and master guitarist. Guido plays live for the Hola Bloomington audience. Cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Gabriela Rodriguez presents a segment on the history of Valentine's Day and how other cultures around the world celebrate love and friendship. Maria Auxiliadora presents information on upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

This week on Hola Bloomington hosts Jenny Gibson and Luz Maria Lopez interview Dr. Jeffrey Gould, Director of the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and Professor of Latin American History at Indiana University. Dr. Gould discusses the post-revolutionary state in Nicaragua and El Salvador and the recent elections in Nicaragua. Gabriela Rodriguez brings us another segment of "Tu Voz Estudiantil". Jenny Gibson presents upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer

This week on Hola Bloomington hosts Tomas Morales and Patricia Mota interview Maria del Pilar File Muriel, a member of the City of Bloomington Human Rights Commission. Maria discusses the mission and purpose of the Human Rights Commission and informs listeners of how to file a case. Patricia Mota presents upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and a special report on what it means to be Latina. A special interview segment is provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

This week on Hola Bloomington hosts Jenny Gibson and Carlos Gonzalez interview Raquel Anderson, a professor at Indiana University in the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences. Raquel discusses the many issues surrounding bilingual speech development, speech disabilities, and the services offered by the Robert L. Milisen Speech-Language Clinic. Gabriela Rodriguez brings us another segment of "Tu Voz Estudiantil". Jenny Gibson presents upcoming community events, volunteer opportunities, and a short segment on International Women's Day coming March 8th. As always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hola Bloomington welcomes special guest Nancy Armstrong Soto from the Templeton-Shalom Family Resource Center. Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Tomas Morales interview Nancy about the resources available to Spanish-speaking families and children. Nancy gives suggestions to parents on how they can be good teachers for their own children. Luz Maria Lopez reads this week's segment of "Tu Voz Estudiantil" written by Gabriela Rodriguez. Tomas Morales presents upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and as always Hola Bloomington presents Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Miguel Lara interview Lourdes Heumann, a volunteer from Court Appointed Special Advocates, representing children in our local court system. Lourdes talks about the mission of CASA, what it takes to be a volunteer and how valuable this service is to the community. Political and cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Miguel Lara and Carlos Gonzalez highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and we present our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer, and the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 450 stations in North America pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Tomas Morales interview Sylvia Martinez, an assistant professor in Education and Policy Studies as well as Latino Studies at Indiana University. Sylvia discusses important trends in the graduation rates of Latino high school students. Political and cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Rachel Powers of Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link program presents a segment on HIV/AIDS prevention and Gabriela Rodriguez talks about the value of community radio and how your support is vital to its success as WFHB conducts its Spring Pledge Drive. Jenny Gibson highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Gabriella Rodriguez interview Natalia Rayzor of the IU Credit Union. Natalia covers all the bases of doing business with your local credit union. Political and cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Gabriela and Luz Maria discuss the value of community radio and how your support is vital to its success as WFHB conducts its Spring Pledge Drive. Hola Bloomington highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and brings you another segment of "Tu Voz Estudiantil". As always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Jenny Gibson welcome Elizabeth Lopez from Middle Way House. Liz is the bilingual caseworker for Latino Outreach at Middle Way House and The Rise, serving victims of domestic violence. Political and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny Gibson highlights upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and Patricia Mota brings you another segment of "Un Futuro Saludable". As always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hola Bloomington welcomes Daniel Soto, representing Latino Outreach Programs for the City of Bloomington. Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Luz Maria Lopez interview Daniel about the importance of giving back to your community in your own work, volunteerism or activism. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Carlos and Luz Maria highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Tomas Morales welcome two very special guests, Dr. Raj Haddawi and Dr. Segundo Sera from the new clinic Volunteers in Medicine. Dr. Sera and Dr. Hadawi discuss how this volunteer-powered, free medical clinic for our community's poorest people will help improve the lives of those who need it the most. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Tomas and Miguel highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, and Miguel presents a new segment, "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history. As always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Daniel Soto and Gabriela Rodriguez welcome Dr. Gerardo Gonzalez, Dean of the IU School of Education. He shares his personal story of diversity and success with Hola Bloomington listeners. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Daniel and Gabriela highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, Miguel Lara presents "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history, and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson give a warm welcome to John Nieto-Phillips, Professor and Interim Director of the Latino Studies Program at Indiana University. Professor Nieto-Phillips discusses importance of such programs considering the rising Latino and Hispanic presence in the United States. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Luz Maria and Jenny highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, Miguel Lara presents "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history, and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Tomas Morales give a warm welcome to Erick Carballo, doctor of Latin American music theory at Indiana University. Carballo talks about the rhythms in the music of many different regions in Latin America from mariachi to the tango. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Miguel Lara and Tomas Morales highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, Miguel Lara presents "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history, and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Daniel Soto and Luz Maria Lopez bring a new edition of "Un Futuro Saludable" - an educational series on the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse. This month the series identifies risky behaviors in adolescents and how they may lead to drug and alcohol abuse. Hola Bloomington also presents a short interview with Natalia Rayzor from the IU Credit Union on personal finance. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Daniel Soto and Luz Maria highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, Miguel Lara presents "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history, and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Luz Maria Lopez interview Jason Keller of Head Start family services. Jason relays important information regarding enrollment, learning enrichment, and upcoming programs. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny Gibson and Luz Maria highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, Luz Maria presents "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history, and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Daniel Soto and Jenny Gibson interview with Jean Schelm from the Monroe County Public Library. Ms. Schelm share information about all the wonderful programs that the library has to offer this summer, especially for Latino residents. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Daniel and Jenny highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities, Daniel presents "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history, and as always we present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Tomas Morales welcome Mercedes Rodriguez, reporter for Bloomington's local newspaper, The Herald-Times. Mercedes shares her journalism experience and the inner workings of the Herald-Times. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Luz Maria and Tomas highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and present "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer and the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 450 stations in North America pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Miguel Lara, Daniel Soto, Melissa Britton and Anna Witte share important information provided by Stacey Groves of Amethyst House, a local nonprofit organization offering addictions services to those in need. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Miguel and Anna highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and present "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Tomas Morales and Anna Witte welcome Clara Garcia to the show. Clara is a representative of Mujeres en Conexion, a local support group for Hispanic women. Clara is also a Spanish instructor at Bloomington High School North. She updates us on upcoming activities and programs at both her positions. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Miguel and Anna highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and present "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson give a warm welcome to Sonia Marker, owner of the Olive Market. Sonia shares her experience as a Bloomington business owner and proud member of the Latino community. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Jenny and Luz Maria highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and present "Efemerides" highlighting significant moments in history. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Tomas Morales interviews Loni Dishong and Norma Martinez. Loni is the founder of two unique organizations: Kidspanol and Women Inspire. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Melissa Britton and Tomas Morales highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and present "Efemerides", highlighting significant moments in history. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Miguel Lara and Melissa Britton welcome Anna Hail from Wishard Hispanic Health Resources. Anna shares important information on HIV/AIDS prevention and education for another edition of "Un Futuro Saludable/A Healthy Future". Melissa Britton and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and Miguel Lara presents "Efemerides", highlighting significant moments in history. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer.

Tomas Morales and Jenny Gibson interview interview Susan Jonhson from Volunteers in Medicine. Jenny Gibson highlights local events of interest to the Hispanic community. We also present Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands and our locally-produced commentary segment "Cinco Minutos de Soledad" with Josep Sobrer. Tomas and Jenny present "Efemerides", highlighting significant moments in history.

Host Anna Witte interviews Talisha Coppock, director of Downtown Bloomington, Inc. Talisha discusses the organization's background and mission as well as upcoming events and volunteer opportunities available through Downtown Bloomington, Inc. Anna and Oscar Arreaza present "Efemerides", highlighting significant moments in history. Cultural and health segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Also featured are upcoming community events, a dramatic reading of "La Continuidad de los Parques" by Julio Cortazar from the collection "Final del Juego" and the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program airing on over 500 stations in North America pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde present another segment of "Un Futuro Saludable" with special guest Rachel Powers from Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link HIV/AIDS testing and outreach program. Tomas and Maria Auxiliadora present "Efemerides", highlighting significant moments in history, and we also highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities. Anna Witte reads another segment of "Radio Novela" featuring "A la Deriva" by Horacio Quiroga. Cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Hola Bloomington also brings you the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, an award-winning daily news program airing on over 500 stations in North America pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson discuss the state of Latinos in Indiana with Ricardo Gambetta, Director of Latino Affairs for the City of Indianapolis. Mr. Gambetta discusses a variety of topics including the importance of all minority communities working together to achieve equity; and the upcoming Family Celebration in Garfield Park (Indianapolis) on August 18th which will feature informational booths, children's activities, live music and a soccer game. Jenny and Luz Maria also highlght upcoming community events. Anna Witte provides an interesting tale during "The Literary Corner" and cultural segments are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Hola Bloomington also brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hola Bloomington welcomes Professor Gerardo Ortiz to the show. Hosts Anna Witte and Luz Maria Lopez ask him about his mind-boggling studies of theoretical physics, quantum computations, and the student enrollment rates in the sciences. Professor Ortiz shares his experience teaching for Indiana University Bloomington and encourages students to explore the wonders of physics. Anna and Luz Maria also highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities. Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension brings us a health segment and a brief interview with Rafael Ganoso, founder and member of Los Machucambos. Hola Bloomington also brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hola Bloomington presents interviews with Jose del Real of the Latino Enhancement Cooperative of Indiana University, and with Nancy Woolery of the Community and Family Resources Department. Hosts Daniel Soto and Anna Witte ask them about two upcoming festivals: Festival Latino and Soul Food Festival. Daniel and Anna also highlight upcoming community events. Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension brings us a segment about the murders of Mexican reporters brave enough to report on drug trafficking in their states. Hola Bloomington also brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Anna Witte welcome two special guests to the show. Angelique Zuluaga, president of Early Music in Motion discusses the group's upcoming performance, "Las Cuerdas del Tiritero". Lillian Casillas, director of La Casa, Indiana University's Latino Cultural Center joins Hola Bloomington to talk about the upcoming Bloomington Multicultural Festival. We also highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and feature a health segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

A special Lotus edition of Hola Bloomington features Puerto Plata, a Dominican guitarist who champions an acoustic style that has rarely been heard outside of the Dominican Republic. Puerto Plata and members of his band give us a special live performance and an exclusive interview about thier unique musical style and upcoming performances. Also in this program: Carlos and Luz Maria chat briefly with Rosalba Piercy of Fajitas Mexican Restaurant about thier upcoming event at the Bloomington Farmers' Market where they will present a Latin cooking demonstration in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. We also highlight upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities and feature health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always, Hola Bloomington brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hola Bloomington covers two important events with special guest, Daniel Soto, the Latino Outreach Assistant for the City of Bloomington. Hosts Tomas Morales and Anna Witte talk with Daniel about the formation of the recently approved Commission on Latino/Hispanic Affairs and how interested community members can get involved. Later in the show Daniel shares the details about an upcoming local celebration, Fiesta del Otono / Fall Fiesta. This community-wide event will be the closing celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month and will showcase local Latino performers, artists, and business owners on October 13 from noon-4pm at Bryan Park. Also on this program: Another segment of Efemerides, highlighting significant moments in Latin American history with a brief historical overview of Dia de La Raza.

Gabriella Rodriguez and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria discuss the DREAM Act with special guest Zelideh Martinez on today's Hola Bloomington show. Zelideh highlights the changing momentum of the DREAM Act and it's affect on our youth pursuing higher education. Gabriella and Maria bring you another segment of Efemerides prepared by Miguel Lara, recognizing significant moments in Latin American history with a brief historical overview of Dia de La Raza. As always Hola Bloomington brings you upcoming community events and volunteer opportunities prepared by Jenny Gibson. Later in the show Gabriella shares the details about an upcoming local celebration, Fiesta del Otono / Fall Fiesta. The show features health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Luz Maria Lopez and Anna Witte welcome the crew from Kidspanol, a local business offering quality Spanish instruction for kids. Instructors Tania Leming from Guatemala, Juan Carlos Arango from Colombia, Arturo Rodriguez from Peru, and Kidspanol founder and director Loni Dishong share information about their upcoming programs, activities and how to enroll your child. Kidspanol will also host a special event for Dia de los Muertos on October 29th from 6:30-8:00pm with authentic Mexican cuisine, music and activities for the kids. Luz Maria and Anna bring you another segment of Efemerides prepared by Miguel Lara, recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Juan Berumen present this week's communty events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. The show features health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Host Miguel Lara welcomes Jessica Wetmore from Bloomington Hospital-Positive Link to the show. Jessica discusses HIV/AIDS awareness, education and testing facilities in the area. New to Hola Bloomington, sports fans Sonia, Luis and Ricardo bring you updates on the Chivas Mexican soccer team and the Copa Sudamericana. Miguel brings you another segment of Efemerides recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Katie Zukof presents this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. As always Hola features health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Jenny Gibson talk to Cynthia Roberts-Hall of Cubamistad, Bloomington's sister-city project with Santa Clara, Cuba. Cynthia talks about the partnership and highlights "Love, Loss and Longing", a photograpy exhibition about Cuban immigrants on display in City Hall. Juan Berumen talks about El Dia de los Muertos, a celebration in many Latin American countries honoring ancestors. As always, Hola Bloomington features health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Tomas Morales talk to Jean Schelm from the Monroe County Public Library. Jean talks about the upcoming library fundraiser, "An Evening with Luis Alberto Urrea: Magical Realism, Immigration, and Life on the Border" at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. Sports fans Sonia, Ricardo, and Luis bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. As always, Hola Bloomington features health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Miguel Lara, Jenny Gibson and Katie Zukof interview a special group of students who are traveling to Guatemala next year for a learning exchange program. Mariza Grundmann, Nancy Armstrong-Soto and son Daniel (all participants of the study abroad trip) share information with Hola Bloomington listeners about Guatemala, the cultural exchange, and how to donate to their trip. Sports fans Sonia, Ricardo, and Luis bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Jenny and Katie bring you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Katie Zukof presents this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. As always, Hola Bloomington features health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Anna Witte interview Giovanna Kegemann of "Mi Financiera" Mortgage Group and Clara Perry of FC Tucker. Clara and Giovanna discuss housing market trends, first-time home buying and how to prepare financially for becoming a homeowner. Sports fans Sonia, Juan Ricardo, and Luis bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Tomas and Anna bring you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, a segment prepared by Miguel Lara. As always we bring you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Hola Bloomington features a health segment about moments of pride brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands. Anna Witte closes the show with a another installment of poetry in "Rincon Literario".

Hosts Daniel Soto, Gabriela Rodríguez, and Juan Berumen interview immigration lawyer Michelle Gutierrez. Michelle discusses the issue of immigration raids and no-match letters. Sports fans Sonia, Juan Ricardo, and Luis bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. As always we bring you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Hola Bloomington features a segment about spousal abuse and the short story "Cinderella Doesn't Go to the Ball" brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Juan Berumen and Anna Witte interview Yuriria Rodriguez, undergraduate student at the IU Jacobs School of Music. Yuriria shares her experience as an up-and-coming talent in many different genres of music and delights listeners with tango, classical music and "Only You" from West Side Story; just a few of the many styles she has mastered. Sports fans Juan Ricardo and Sonia bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Juan and Anna bring you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history; a segment prepared by Miguel Lara. As always we bring you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Hola Bloomington features a health segment about vitamin C in the winter and a cultural segment about language and social interaction brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension.

Miguel Lara and Carlos Gonzalez celebrate the holidays with songs, stories, and the history of Christmas. Our very own Daniel Soto reads his original work: "Rita la Ratica", a holiday story for children, Carlos recites the classic story by Hans Christian Anderson "La Soldero de Ploma" and Miguel shares a brief history of Christmas, Santa Claus and more. Miguel brings you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. As always we bring you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Hola Bloomington features a cultural segment about holiday traditions in Latin America and a report on the Santuario del Santo Nino de Atocha in Plateros, Zacatecas brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always Hola Bloomington brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Katie Zukof and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Professor Jim Biles to the show. Jim comes from the Indiana University Department of Geography and discusses his research on urban development and and challenges to sustainable development in the Yucatan of Mexico. Sports fans Juan Ricardo, Luis and Sonia bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington also features an interview with Carolina Acosta-Alzuru about melodrama and soap operas in Latin America and the United States brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always we bring you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. You'll also hear the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Hosts Tomas Morales and Juan Berumen welcome Lillian Casillas and Cristian Medina from El Centro Comunal Latino to the show. Lillian and Cristian discuss the many services available to the Bloomington Latino community through Centro Comunal, including income tax help, help with legal sevices, and academic services. Sports fans Juan Ricardo, Luis and Sonia bring you more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington also features a new segment with Jessica Wetmore from Bloomington Hospital Positive Link with valuable information about HIV/AIDS. Also featured are a health segment about the effects of caffeine and a cultural segment about the Three Kings brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always Hola Bloomington brings you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Anna Witte and Cristian Medina explore several exciting new programs coming to the Bloomington community. Some highlights are the Martin Luther King Day Celebration events, a childrens' health fair, new science education programing for kids, and a Youth Bilingual Education Camp for children who speak or are learning to speak Spanish. Hola Bloomington also welcomes Clara Garcia from Mujeres en Conexion and Nancy Armstrong from the Family Resource Centers to talk a bit about the upcoming community events. Sports fans Juan Ricardo, Luis and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured are cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always Hola Bloomington brings you we bring you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and we bring you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Eduardo Mendoza to the show. Eduardo shares his mastery of classical guitar with Hola Bloomington listeners in a live performance and talks about his hopes of inspiring other students to pursue their artistic talents to benefit the community. Sports fans Juan Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured are cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always Hola Bloomington brings you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and we bring you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hola Bloomington welcomes a very special group to the show this week to promote their latest production "Magia, Misterio, Amor y Desamor" - a performance of three unique one-act plays from different countries and time periods. Grupo de Teatro VIDA members perform live in the studio with hosts Katie Zukoff and Juan Berumen. Sports fans Juan Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. As always Hola Bloomington brings you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson, and we bring you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands. Juan and Katie bring you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, a segment prepared by Miguel Lara. Also featured: a health segment on ovarian cancer brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension.

Hosts Anna Witte and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Professor Maritza Quinones-Rivera, guest lecturer at Indiana University's Latino Studies program. Martiza discusses race relations in Puerto Rico and the Afro-Latino experience. Sports fans Juan Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. As always Hola Bloomington brings you this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Anna and Carlos bring you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, a segment prepared by Miguel Lara. Also featured: a cultural segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, a monthly health segment from Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link AIDS prevention program, and Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hola Bloomington celebrates love and friendship in this week's edition dedicated to romance and Latin dance! Hosts Cristian Medina and Sonia Velazquez-Marker welcome Arturo Rodriguez, local dance instructor and community DJ to the show. Many forms of Latin dance like the Argentine Tango, Salsa and the Rumba/Bolero can be powerful forms of expression between two people. Cristian, Arturo and Sonia explore the significance of the artistic dance styles in Latino cultures. Sports fans Juan Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Cristian and Sonia bring you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, a segment prepared by Miguel Lara.

Host Gabriela Rodriguez welcomes Claudia Rupert from H&R Block to the show. Claudia brings us important information about filing taxes, applying for a tax ID number, the Child Tax Credit, federal reimbursements and more. Sports fans Juan Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities, a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Gabriela brings you another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, a segment prepared by Miguel Lara. Also featured: a new segment "Helping Kids Learn" brought to you by the Family Resource Centers of Monroe County, and cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always we bring you Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

This week Hola Bloomington features interviews with Senators Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama courtesy of Radio Bilingue with Spanish translation provided by our local hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Miguel Lara. Senator Clinton and Senator Obama discuss immigration policy, driver's license regulations, bilingual education and more. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Miguel brings you another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Cristian Medina welcome Heydi Correa-Encarnacion to the show. Heydi reports on the Latino Leadership Conference "Leaders without Borders" held at IUPUI last weekend. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Sports fans Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Cristian and Jenny bring you another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Luz Maria Lopez talk with Susanna Bueno about access to medical interpreters. Susanna shares her expert opinions based on her own work as a medical and legal interpreter as well as an instructor in the skill of interpretation. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Sports fans Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington continues our monthly health segment with Jessica Wetmore from Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link AIDS prevention program. Miguel and Luz Maria bring you another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Hola Bloomington celebrates Women's History Month with hosts Cristian Medina and Katie Zukof by bringing you a wealth of information on various Latina leaders, artists, political figures and more, including a segment recorded by producer Melissa Britton talking to local Spanish speakers about Latinas who inspire. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson. Sports fans Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. You'll also hear another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from the BBC and Radio Netherlands.

Host Anna Witte and Juan Berumen continue celebrating Women's History Month by inviting Mandy Skinner to the show to talk about her firsthand experience observing the Women Zapatista gathering in Chiapas, Mexico. Hola brings you audio of the women's voices and the powerful messages they carry. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Enjoy another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history and our very own Anna Witte's "Rincon Literario". Also featured: a health segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Special thanks to technician Abraxas Segundo.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Luz Maria Lopez welcome Sandra Britton to the show to discuss some of the exemplary programs of the Leo R. Dowling International Center. Learn how the center helps the more than 4,000 international students living in Bloomington adjust to life abroad, stay active in the community and connect with the Indiana University campus. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Enjoy another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Special thanks to technician Oscar Orreaza.

Hola Bloomington welcomes Max Montesino to the show. Professor Montesino comes to us from the Division of Organizational Leadership and Supervision at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. Max also serves the Latino communtiy in Northeast Indiana through his activism and community involvement with numerous advocacy organizations. Hosts Cristian Medina and Jenny Gibson discuss immigration policy, recent trends in State Legislation and the implications of Senate Bill 0345 or future bills on Indiana's immigrant population. Mr. Montesino tackles the tough questions about workers' rights, employer discrimination, and labor advocacy. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America.

Hola Bloomington welcomes the spring and a new season of recreational opportunities for Bloomington youth. Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Abraxas Segundo sit down with special guests Luis Hernandez of the Cutters Youth Soccer Academy and Norma Martinez of the Monroe County YMCA. Norma and Luis share information on summer camps, leagues, tournaments, and classes for youth. It's not too late to enroll your child in one of the many programs offered this spring and summer. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America.

Hosts Anna Witte and Carlos Gonzalez welcome two special guests to the show. Jessica Wetmore of Bloomington Hospital Positive Link and Tim Gonzalez of St. Paul Catholic Center join the show to talk about the role of the Catholic Church in HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention. Mr. Gonzalez offers his insight on how the Catholic Church advises and counsels individuals living with HIV. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history (produced by Miguel Lara), a cultural segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington focuses on health issues this week as we welcome Jose Luis Romero to the show. Mr. Romero is the Bilingual Community Organizer for the Indiana Latino Institute located in Indianapolis. Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Luz Maria Lopez talk with Jose Luis about tobacco cessation, statewide health trends and an upcoming training and job opportunity for local health educators. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: a segment on maternal health brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Miguel Lara invite Daniel Soto from the City of Bloomington Latino Programs to the show to talk about the newly-formed Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs. Daniel outlines the new Commission's responsibilities and how they will work for the Latino population in Bloomington. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: a segment on Rock en Espanol brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Host Luz Maria Lopez welcomes Oscar Arreaza to the co-host chair this week on Hola Bloomington. Oscar comes to Hola Bloomington from Venezuela and has been a longtime volunteer with the show as a technician and more. Hola Bloomington presents a cultural segment about el mes de las madres (mothers' month) and a special interview with Reverend Mike Mulberry about the new Sanctuary Movement brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. As always the show highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America and Hola Bloomington brings you Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Host Anna Witte interviews Alicia Jrapko, National Coordinator of the International Committee to Free the Cuban Five. Alicia enlightens Hola listeners on the international struggle to liberate five Cuban men arrested for alleged terrorist activity. Hola Bloomington takes a closer look at supposed US-sponsored anti-Cuban terrrorist groups in Miami and why the Cuban Five are unjustly imprisoned. Anna also talks with Olga Salanueva of Cuba, wife of one of the Cuban Five, Rene Gonzalez. For over nine years the United States government has refused to issue Olga a visa to see her husband. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo, Luis, and Sonia present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Jenny Gibson welcome Doctor Ramon Tristani to the show. Ramon is starting the new Spanish-language Methodist congregation in Bloomington and Hola invites him to share stories of his faith, outreach, upcoming programs and more. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo Gonzalez and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history (produced by Miguel Lara), a segment on the "boom" in Latin American literature brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Luz Maria Lopez invite Professor Peter Guardino of the Indiana University Department of History to the show. Dr. Guardino discusses the complex role that the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848 may have played in forming national loyalties and national identities for both sides as he prepares to embark on a year of research in Mexico. Hola Bloomington looks forward to his return and a report on his findings. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Ricardo Gonzalez and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America.

The sports crew of Hola Bloomington brings you a very special all-sports show. Get caught up on national and international sports news with Juan Ricardo Gonzalez, Luis Garza, Sonia Velazquez-Marker and one of Hola Bloomington's first hosts, Luis Hernandez. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: a health segment brought to you by Stephanie Guzman of Bloomington Hospital Positive Link, another great segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history (produced by Miguel Lara), a cultural segment on Father's Day brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Miguel Lara welcome Professor Zobeida Bonilla of the Indiana University Department of Applied Health Science. Zobeida has contributed to publications of "Our Bodies, Ourselves" focusing on maternal health of minority women. She discusses the trends in maternal health of different Latina cultures and her own research in Indiana. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: two cultural segments on the Copa de Libertadores de America and the Free Hugs movement, brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, another segment of "Efemerides" produced by Miguel Lara recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington celebrates the return of Josep Miguel Sobrer, creator of "Cinco Minutos de Soledad", a weekly cultural commentary segment previously aired on the show . Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Luz Maria Lopez dig deep to find out where Senor Sobrer gets his inspiration and how he dealt with the criticism and praise of his sometimes controversial monologues. Reminisce with Hola Bloomington as we listen to highlights of "Cinco Minutos de Soledad". Sports fans Ricardo Gonzalez and Carlos Gonzalez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: a health segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington is honored to have Bloomington Police Officer Josefa Madrigal on the show. Hosts Oscar Arreaza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker cover all the bases with Officer Madrigal adressing important public safety issues, debunking some common myths, and sharing her experience of becoming a Bloomington police officer. Sports fans Ricardo Gonzalez and Luis Garza join Sonia to present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of Efemerides recongnizing significant moments in Latin American History, a health segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Host Cristian Medina and Luz Maria Lopez give a warm welcome to Mayor Mark Kruzan and City of Bloomington Communications Director Danny Lopez. Tune in to hear how the Mayor weighs in on the Hispanic vote, reports on recent outcomes with disaster relief to flood victims and tells us more about the B-line Trail, the Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District (BEAD), and how you can get involved. Sports fan Ricardo Gonzalez presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recongnizing significant moments in Latin American history, health segments on hyperactivity and malnutrition brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Anna Witte and Abraxas Segundo welcome members of Campecine Youth Academy, a project of the Latino Youth Collective and FIRME Productions. Academy youth share their "testimonios" through written work, photography, and film documentaries on current social issues including race relations in Indianapolis, local and national immigration poclity reforms, teen pregnancy, ICE Raids and education. Sports fans Ricardo Gonzalez, Luis Navarro, and Arturo Gonzalez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recongnizing significant moments in Latin American history and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington brings you the first in a two-part special health segment on prenatal education with host Cristian Medina and guest Cuau Vital of Bloomington Area Birth Services, also know as BABS. Learn more about prenatal care, tips for pregnant women and where you can access classes locally. Joining the show is Yuriria Rodriguez, former student and client at BABS. Yuriria gives a firsthand account of working with BABS during her own pregnancy. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, cultural/health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington resumes our two-part special health segment on prenatal education with hosts Oscar Arreaza and Luz Maria Lopez and guest Alina Flores of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Are you pregnant or do you know someone who is? Alina tells listeners about the importance of folic acid during pregnancy and discusses worrisome trends among pregnant Hispanic women such as lack of prenatal heath awareness and higher rates of birth defects of the brain and spine due to low consumption of folic acid. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker, Maria Auxiliadora, and Luis Garza present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, and Latin American news from Democracy Now!.

School is back is session and Hola Bloomington has helpful tips for parents and their children to get back into the swing of school days. Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson present useful information on some activities families can do in their own homes to help their children learn. Dedicating this edition of Hola Bloomington to Education, the show also focuses on some unique educational opportunities for Adult learners. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of Efemerides recognizing significant moments in Latin American History, a short cultural segment on Poet Senor Ruben Dario brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and finally Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Marines Fornerino is the coordinator for the Centro Comunal Latino of Bloomington, an important resource for Hispanic members of our community located in the Monroe County Public Library. CCL is a grassroots, community-based organization that seeks to provide an accessible and safe space for all Latinos, with a focus on Spanish-speaking people, to find information, access to resources and a place to hold community events. El Centro Comunal Latino also seeks to promote communication and understanding among service agencies and the Latino community in order to facilitate their integration and encourage active Latino(a) participation in the greater Bloomington community. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Luis Garza present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America.

Hola Bloomington welcomes the Young Professionals of Bloomington to the show. This brand new club provides a place for people to connect, network and socialize. There is no structure, sales pitch, nor lecture involved; just an open, friendly, inviting opportunity to network with other people who are young at heart and want to talk about what they do. Hosts Miguel Lara and Jenny Gibson talk details with Andy Erne, member of YPOB. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America and a final update on the Olympics. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of Efemerides recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, health and cultural segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and finally Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Cristian Medina and Anna Witte introduce Hola listeners to a "World of Cultures and Diversity", a new initiative hosted by the City of Bloomington Latino Programs and Outreach where volunteer speakers from diverse backgrounds come together as a "Speakers Bureau" to share their diverse experiences with the Bloomington community. Daniel Soto, administrator of the World Cultures initiative explains how you can be involved. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of Efemerides recognizing significant moments in Latin American history and finally Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Abraxas Segundo welcome Gail Merrill, District 9 organizer of the campaign to establish a U.S. Department of Peace and Nonviolence. Gail brings news of Peace Week, a week of events geared to resolving conflict and developing the tools to make peace. Special thanks to interpreter and friend of Hola Bloomington, Loni Dishong for providng translation services. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: a health segment brought to you by Jessica Wetmore of Bloomington Hospital Positive Link, a health segment brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Daniel Soto talk with Jose del Real about the 2008 Indiana University Latino Festival, organized by the Latino Enhancement Cooperative. Also featured; an exclusive interview with Juan Diets, member and founder of Sones de Mexico, a Gammy-nominated group from Chicago, Illinois. Juan is a graduate of Indiana University returning to Bloomington to open the celebration at Festival Latino. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue.

Host Miguel Lara interviews Anna Witte, actress and troupe member of Grupo de Teatro Vida. Anna shares news of upcoming performances and directorial debuts. Miguel and Anna also chat with Sandy Britton, Director of Indiana University's Leo R. Dowling International Center, about the upcoming celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at the local Farmers' Market. The City of Bloomington cosponsors this exciting event highlighting Hispanic heritage with Latin cooking and Latin dance demonstrations. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto, with news provided by Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington starts the program with Latin American news from Radio Bilingue and a complete rundown of all the talented musical groups playing in Bloomington over the next two days for the Lotus Festival. Hola Bloomington celebrates the Lotus Festival 2008 by inviting Son de Madera to the show. Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Anna Witte speak with members of the musical quintet about their traditional son jarocho music, zapateado dance performances and more. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto.

Jessica Wetmore of Bloomington Hospital's HIV/AIDS program Positive Link hosts an exclusive interview with a young man who is living with HIV and learning how to adjust to the daily challenges of his condition. Hola Bloomington host Oscar Arreaza brings you another great segment featuring a public opinion segment straight from Bloomington community members. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America and an interview with a member of the Combinados Futbol team, winner of the 2008 Copa Bloomington soccer tournament. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto and news provided by Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde and Miguel Lara sit down with Maria de Jesus Duartes of the Indiana University History Graduate Student Association. Maria and her colleagues at the university are planning the upcoming conference "Making Memory, Making History: Media and Identity Across Borders". This year's conference promises to be thought-provoking and entertaining and will integrate public arts and media using a photo exhibit, film screening and more. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Miguel Lara welcome Melanie Mazur of Indiana University's Speech and Hearing Sciences Clinic. Melanie shares helpful advice for parents of bilingual children on how to monitor speech and hearing development in their children, and how the clinic can help identify problems early on. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington welcomes Sam Allison, Monroe County Recorder, to the show. Hosts Cristian Medina and Jessica Wetmore discuss the changing trends in real estate and how listeners can protect themselves from real estate fraud. Later in the show members of Grupo de Teatro Vida stop by to invite Hola listeners to their upcoming theater performance. Sports fans Luis Garza and Sonia Velazquez-Marker present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America, with a special telephone appearance by our very own Juan Ricardo-Gonzalez. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde and Miguel Lara give a warm welcome to Sandra Britton of the Leo R. Dowling International Center of Indiana University. As director for the center, Sandra gets to participate in International Education Week, a celebration of and for all the international staff, faculty and students at Indiana University. Tune in to find out more about all the educational programs and cultural events available during this exciting week. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue. Hola Bloomington also presents a two-part interview with Andres Fernandez about the refugee camp of Kala brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois extension.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Anna Witte welcome Jessica Wetmore of Bloomington Hospital Positive Link to the show. Jessica shares news of World AIDS Day, a global event on December 1 that aims at educating the public about HIV. World AIDS Day was created by the World Health Organization and celebrates the twentieth anniversary of this event this year. The City of Bloomington Mayor Mark Kruzan will read a proclamation declaring World AIDS Day and throughout the afternoon various events will be held by Bloomington Hospital Positive Link and the local Community AIDS Action Group. Sports fan Sonia Velazquez-Marker presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue. Other segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois extension.

Hola Bloomington hosts Daniel Soto and Jessica Wetmore welcome Ralph Yaniz, Regional Director of AARP Indiana to the show. Ralph shares the mission of AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons) and "Divided We Fail" initiatives and talks of recent efforts to place health care reform at the top of president-elect Barack Obama's "to do" list. Sports fan Sonia Velazquez-Marker presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue. Cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois extension.

Hosts Cristian Medina and Jenny Gibson welcome Lillian Casillas, Director of La Casa Latino Cultural Center of Indiana University Bloomington to the show. Lillian is also a member of the newly established Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs and brings listeners up to date on the current initiative to conduct a community-wide needs assessment for Latinos in Bloomington. She also gives listeners the opportunity to learn more about how the commission works to alleviate problems Hispanics and Latinos experience in education, health, employment and public safety. Maria Auxiliadora Viloria presents this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue. Cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois extension.

Hosts Jessica Wetmore and Daniel Soto welcome Gonzalo Vivas to the show this week as we listen to and talk about the classic Christmas tunes of Latin America. Gonzalo provides us with some little-known background on some of the most popular songs which reflect the well-known history of the Christmas miracles. Jessica gives us another important update on HIV/AIDS prevention from Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link program. Maria Auxiliadora Viloria presents this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue. Cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois extension.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Anna Witte welcome listeners to the show with stories of the holidays and compare diverse customs used in Latin American cultures. Also featured is another segment of "Rincon Literario" highlighting Venezuelan author Arturo Uslar-Pietri and celebrating the importance of family and forgiveness. This segment is produced by Anna Witte. Sports fan Sonia Velazquez-Marker presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Maria Auxiliadora Viloria presents this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Latin American news provided by Radio Bilingue. Health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois extension.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson welcome Christina Popp of Indiana Legal Services. Christie, an immigration attorney for the Immigrants' and Language Rights Center, tells listeners about their call center and language right's cases while covering important aspects of Title VI and immigration law. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fan Sonia presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Miguel Lara welcome Rosa Gerra of United Hispanic Americans, a non-profit operating in Fort Wayne, Indiana which aims to improve the quality of life for Hispanics in northeastern Indiana by providing advocacy, social and cultural services, and promoting an understanding of Hispanic cultures, challenges, and opportunities. Hola Bloomington welcomes Jessica Wetmore of Bloomington Hospital Positive Link in another locally-produced health segment. Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fan Sonia presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: cultural and health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jessica Wetmore and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Aldo Huitzil from the Indiana University School of Law to the show. Aldo is the first in a large family to pursue higher education studying law and shares his insight on being a Latino and working within the justice system. Hola Bloomington also presents another public opinion segment with members of the community and university discussing their opinions of the new administration and President Barack Obama brought to you by Cesar Escovar. Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez and Lylian Martinez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America.

Hosts Anna Witte and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Johan Gamboa to the show. Johan helps you deal with the tax season by discussing what you need to know about filing your taxes and staying abreast of the most significant changes in tax law affecting you and your tax return. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. A health segment on "La Resaca" and a cultural segment on "Sofocleto" are provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson welcome Jean Schelm of the Monroe County Public Library to the show. A long-time employee of the library, Jean celebrates thier many improvements over the years and keeps us updated on the beneficial programming that the libary offers to Spanish speakers. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Cultural segments on marriage and Carnaval provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde and Miguel Lara give a warm Valentine's Day welcome to HOLA listeners with a brief history of this widely celebrated holiday and what it means in different Latin American cultures. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Cultural and Health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Also featured: another health segment brought to you by Jessica Wetmore of Positive Link, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Anna Witte and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Rogelio Mancillas of the Indiana Department of Labor, INsafe Division. Rogelio is an Indiana University graduate and returns to Bloomington to talk about trends in the Indiana labor force, workplace health and safety, and resources available to area employers. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fan Lylian Martinez presents more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. Also featured: Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington welcomes Stephanie Dowdy-Nava, Indiana University's Assistant Director of Scholarships to the show. Listen now to find out about enrollment trends among Latino students, scholarship opportunities for Latinos and more with hosts Jessica Wetmore and Carlos Gonzalez. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, Cultural and Health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Anna Witte and Cesar Escovar introduce Rosa Rosales, National President of LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) to Hola listeners. Ms. Rosales shares important information on the most pressing issues for Latinos and LULAC in congress and for those who have never heard of LULAC, listen now to learn of their expansive programs on employment, citizenship, youth services, and women's empowerment for Latinos in the Unites States. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: a special segment on International Women's Day, Cultural and Health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria Verde welcome Noe O. Vaca, a native of Ecuador and a translator who has resurrected a 131-year-old Latin American treasure for English-speaking readers. Imagine growing up without reading the Shakespearean classics such as "Romeo and Juliet" and "Macbeth", and what tremendous voids in literature that would result. This feeling is what motivated Vaca to translate "Cumandá: The Novel of the Ecuadorian Jungle" into English. Sports fans Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez present more colorful commentary on sports in Latin America. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another health segment brought to you by Jessica Wetmore of Positive Link, cultural and health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Daniel Soto welcome two members of the Latino Youth Collective to the show. Members Rudy Hermosillo and Isaia Guerrero talk about their group's recent efforts to promote the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act, which is bipartisan legislation that addresses the situation faced by young people who were brought to the United States years ago as undocumented immigrant children, and who have since grown up here, stayed in school, and kept out of trouble. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: a special segment from the Parent Institute offering parents advice on how to help kids do well in school, cultural and health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Lylian Martinez and Daniel Soto welcome Maria del Mar Carrasquillo, Emergency Services Director for the Monroe County Red Cross to the show.  Maria shares up to date news on the Hometown Heroes Campaign, adult safety classes, and International Red Cross Month.  Sonia Velazquez-Marker brings you news and commentary on Latin American sports and Lylian Martinez highlights Latin American "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural and health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Maria Auxiliadora Viloria V. and Miguel Lara welcome two special guests to the show: Daniel Lopez, Communications Director for the City of Bloomington and Vickie Provine from the Housing and Neighborhood Department. Daniel and Vickie give us updates on City programs like the B-Line Trail, Farmers’ Market, and Citizens’ Academy. This spring the City offered a pilot version of Citizens’ Academy for Spanish speakers. Listen to find out how it went! Sonia Velazquez-Marker, Cesar Escovar, and Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural and health segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Daniel Soto and Anna Witte welcome Jose A. Gonzalez-Parodi, from La Voz, Indiana's leading bilingual newspaper. This publication reaches most of Indiana and is a valuable tool for Spanish speakers who want to stay informed and learn English. The Hola crew congratulates the publication on its ten-year anniversary. Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: a monthly HIV/AIDS segment brought to you by Jessica Wetmore of Positive Link, cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Jenny Gibson welcome Evelia Kohlman, Health Projects Coordinator of El Centro Comunal Latino. This local grassroots nonprofit community-based organization seeks to provide an accessible and safe space for all Latinos, a place for Spanish-speaking people to find information and access to resources and a place to hold community events. One such event, a health fair, is fast approaching. Listen in as Evelia updates listeners on the latest programs and initiatives created to improve the health of area Latinos. Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Lylian Martinez welcome Roel Campos, former member of the Securities and Exchange Commission and member of President Obama's Transition Economic Advisory Board. Mr. Campos shares his outlook on the economic crunch, the Federal Trade Commission and details his experience as the first Hispanic member of the Commission. Carlos Gonzalez and Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Anna Witte and Cesar Escovar welcome Alfredo Minetti, Indiana University Professor of Anthropology and lover of Brazilian music. Alfredo is bringing yet another Latin American music performance to the Bloomington audience: Una Noche de Tango, more than music and dance – an authentic cultural experience you just can’t miss. Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Jenny Gibson welcome Christianne Medrano to the show. Chris shares important news about an upcoming program, the Indiana University ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp. Only 3 percent of Latinos are scientists and engineers even though Latinos represent 14 percent of the U.S. population. Chris explores this topic with the Hola crew. Sonia Velazquez brings you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Cristian Medina and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria welcome Stephanie Guzman, Latino Outreach Coordinator for the HIV/AIDS prevention program "Positive Link" at Bloomington Hospital. Cesar Escovar brings you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Luz Maria and Daniel Soto chat with two Latinos mechanics about automotive services available locally to Spanish-speaking residents along with tips on how to keep your auto running at its best. Sonia Velazquez-Marker and Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto interview Jason Keller from Head Start, an early education program open to the Spanish-speaking population. Jason is an Indiana native who learned Spanish in Mexico and works directly with the 8% of the population of Head Start that is Latino. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Cesar Escovar and Maria Auxiliadora interview fourteen-year-old cancer survivor Carlos Viduarri and his mother Perla Viduarri along with her other son, Chewie. Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. You'll also hear the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, an independent award-winning news program pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Lylian Martinez, Daniel Soto, and Carlos Gonzalez interview Bob Piercy about internet security and the dangers of hackers and web privacy. They also talk to Stephanie Guzman from Positive Link about HIV/AIDS and its impact on the Latino community. Lylian Martinez bring you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension. You'll also hear the Spanish version of headline news broadcast on Democracy Now!, an independent award-winning news program pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S.

Luz Maria and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Lisa Coffey to talk about preparations for funerals of loved ones and how one should deal with taking the appropriate actions. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Maria Auxiliadora, Cesar Escovar, Daniel Soto, Lylian Martinez bring on the full house as they interview special guest Belinda Hurtado-Johnson from the local law firm MCGB to talk about many prominent issues that Spanish-speaking people should know about from a legal perspective. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Lylian Martinez and Daniel Soto fill our entire studio with children from Guatemala! These students are in the Arts Across the Americas program. They talk about the mural and other activities they are doing while being here in Bloomington. They also say hello their families back home and talk about their favorite things. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Cesar Escovar, Lylian Martinez and Luz Maria Lopez talk about Project PATHE that Cesar is doing on behalf of his fraternity to bring three hundred Latino students to the Indiana University campus in October. Stephanie Guzman from Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link program also joins the crew to talk about HIV/AIDS in the Latino community. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Maria Auxiadora Viloria welcome Jose Quiroz of the Interpreter Network to the show. The network supplies trained medical interpreters to the Bloomington medical community for the Spanish-speaking population and is a program of El Centro Comunal Latino. Did you know you have the right to an interpreter? Find out how to take advantage of interpreter resources. Lylian Martinez brings you news and commentary on Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Anna Witte and Jenny Gibson welcome representatives from Middle Way House, a nationally-recognized domestic violence program and rape crisis center. Liz Lopez is the bilingual case administrator for Latino outreach, facilitates a support group for Latina women, and provides support to clients living in The Rise, a transitional housing program. Joining Liz is Lauren Taylor, the Prevention Program Coordinator for Middle Way House. Find out why MWH is much more than a domestic violence center and later in the show hear from a current client of MWH's programs. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Carlos Gonzalez welcome Leslie from My Sister's Closet to the show. This organization helps low-income women seeking employment to prepare them for the job interview and provides them with professional clothing. This week we feature a special interview on women's health brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

In this edition of Hola Bloomington, host Cesar Escovar, Lylian Martinez, and Daniel Soto bring in special guest Glenn Paul Burkholder as he talks about the logistics and importance of a life insurance. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Maria Auxiliadora and new host Ramon Tristani interview one of our very own Daniel Soto, to talk about his first-hand experience with the coup in Honduras, as he is an ambassador for Costa Rica. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Stephanie Guzman from the local HIV/AIDS prevention program Positive Link talks about HIV and gangs. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Anna Witte welcome Ileana Serrano, U.S. Census Bureau Specialist. Census 2010 outreach is already underway in many communities, including Monroe County. Ms. Serrano explains the census-taking process and how this information affects our community's potential for receiving future federal funding and how it determines boundaries for state and local legislative and congressional districts among other things. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Daniel Soto and Maria del Mar Carrasquillo sit down with Belinda Hurtado-Johnson, immigration attorney for Mallor Clendening Grodner and Bohrer. Belinda goes over the requirements and steps to becoming a citizen of the United States and answers those frequently-asked questions that confuse us all. Also featured: a special update on H1N1 and how you can help prevent its spread. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Daniel Soto, Cesar Escovar and Lylian Martinez celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and talk about the significance of this month and the many Latin American independence days that are coming up. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. You'll also hear a new edition of Efemerides, recalling significant moments in Latin American history.

Hola Bloomingtons dedicates a special segment to remember the tragic events of 9/11 with a firsthand account from William Gonzalez. Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria give a warm welcome to child advocate, educator, and author of "My House Chef" Tatiana Vidal. Ms. Vidal believes that the kitchen, the heart of the home, goes beyond the place where we eat our meals. It is more importantly a place for families to develop feelings, values and emotions. Listen to find out how to get children excited about eating healthy foods by creating exciting recipes they can enjoy. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

This week on Hola Bloomington Marie Kennedy and Chris Tilly of UCLA spend some time with our own Daniel Soto. Marie and Chris are visiting lecturers to Indiana University and discuss the effects of transnational institutions on retail labor and social inequalities in Latin America. Hosts Ramon Tristani and Jenny Gibson highlight this week's community events and volunteer opportunities. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hola Bloomington celebrates the annual Lotus World Music Festival with two bandmembers of the Mexican rock group Los de Abajo, named after a novel about the Mexican Revolution. Drummer and founding member Yocupitzio Arrellano says, “The context in which we developed was this: injustice, neglect for the poor, and lack of avenues for free expression.” Their music combines rock, ska, punk, and other influences and Bloomington welcomes them back for their second year of performances at Lotus. Hosts Anna Witte and Miguel Lara also highlight this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Miguel Lara and Lylian Martinez sit down with Indiana University professor Bradley Levinson, director of the IU Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: another segment of "Efemerides" recognizing significant moments in Latin American history, cultural/health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and the Spanish translation of headline news from Democracy Now!

Hosts Ramon Tristani and Luz Maria Lopez welcome Sandy Britton, director of the Indiana University Leo R. Dowling International Center and co-chair of the organizing committee for this weekend's Multicultural Expo. Sandy gives us a preview of what's in store for this fun, family-friendly event filled with music, food, dancing and cultural booths. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural/health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and the Spanish translation of headline news from Democracy Now

Hosts Ramon Tristani and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria welcome Professor Kathleen Myers of the Indiana University Department of Spanish and Portuguese and co-creater of the new exhibition "In the Shadow of Cortés". The purpose of "In the Shadow of Cortés" is not to tell Mexicans what they already know, but rather to help Americans understand the great complexity and diversity of the traditions, languages and local histories found along a single, yet significant historical route in 21st century Mexico. Hola Bloomington highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural/health segments brought to you by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and the Spanish translation of headline news from Democracy Now!

Hola Bloomington welcomes Pat Sanchez, executive director of the Indiana Commission on Hispanic and Latino Affairs. Sanchez updates listeners on two pressing campaigns for the commission: getting the word out about the importance of Hispanic representation in the 2010 census, and preventing the spread of H1N1 pandemic flu. Hosts Jenny Gibson and Cesar Escovar highlight this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Also featured: cultural and health segments by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Laura Bult talk to filmmaker Nicholas Bruckman about his feature film "La Americana". Bruckman is a writer, director, and producer who also considers himself an activist. "La Americana" is an intimate documentary following an undocumented immigrant's journey from Bolivia to New York City and back, as she struggles to save the life of her ailing daughter. Her unforgettable story is woven into the current immigration crisis in the United States, putting a human face on this timely and controversial issue. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Ramon Tristani and Maria Auxiliadora welcome Veronica Rivera of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF). Founded in 1968, MALDEF is the nation’s leading non-profit Latino legal organization. Often described as the “law firm of the Latino community,” MALDEF promotes equality and justice through litigation, advocacy, public policy, and community education in the areas of employment, immigrant rights, voting rights, education, and language rights. In a recent report "Listening to Latinas: Barriers to High School Graduation" MALDEF explores the reasons why forty-one percent of Latina students do not graduate with their class in four years - if they graduate at all. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Lylian Martinez welcome Evelia Kohlman, Health Projects Coordinator for El Centro Comunal Latino. Evelia talks about a new program created for recent arrivals to the area called ¡Bienvenidos!. The program helps participants navigate their new community and create a support network of peers. Lylian and Carlos present a new installment of "Espectaculos" entertainment news. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and interview segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto welcome Gabriel Zelaya, co-owner of the new restaurant Rumba Cafe and a longtime community member. Gabriel shares firsthand experience of the challenges for business owners in today's economy, and we learn how the Rumba Cafe is seeking to make Bloomington an even more diverse and welcoming community. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.You'll also hear a new edition of Efemerides, recalling significant moments in Latin American history.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Laura Bult welcome Dr. Diana Trujillo Rollison, a specialist on diabetes prevention and treatment. Diana shares tips on healthy eating, exercise and how to create a healthy lifestyle for adults and children. Are you buying the right groceries, eating normal portions, and taking the necessary steps to prevent diabetes for you and your children? Find out why this illness affects the Latino population so disproportionately. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.You'll also hear a new edition of Efemerides, recalling significant moments in Latin American history.

Hosts Lylian Martinez and Luz Maria Lopez welcome the musical group Piel Morena to the show. Members of this musical ensemble play live in the WFHB studio and talk about celebrating the upcoming holidays. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Lylian and Luz Maria and special guest Gonzalo Vivas bring you news and commentary on movies, Latin American sports and "espectaculos", the latest in entertainment news south of the border.

Hosts Maria Auxiliadora Viloria and Miguel Lara welcome Norma Madrigal to the show. "Immigrants come to the United States every year, each one bringing dreams, goals, a determined attitude and a strong work ethic to turn their dreams into a reality. Norma Madrigal, a native of Mexico, was one of these people who came to the United States to follow her dreams.  An international library of poetry award winner, she has written her first novel, To Become Someone."  Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. January 2010 is Stalking Awareness Month. Special guest Kelly Carson shares some important tips to help prevent stalking in your community. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue.

Hosts Jenny Gibson and Anna Witte bring you current news on the local Haiti relief effort and present a special segment from RadioBilingue featuring public opinion on immigration reform: will it ever happen? Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Enjoy another fine segment of Efemerides celebrating significant moments in Latin American history.

Hola Blomington welcomes Johan Gamboa, who helps Spanish speakers prepare their tax returns. Hosts Ramon Tristani and Carlos Gonzalez cover important tax topics like: Who should file? What is an ITIN? What credits are available and exactly who qualifies? Johan Gamboa explains this and more and encourages all taxpayers to consult with a tax appraiser and claim thier credits. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Technical support provided by Melissa Britton

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Luz Maria Lopez welcome Alma Perez of Wells Fargo to the show. Alma is an expert in the Remittance Network Expansion Program and shares news of past and current trends in how Spanish speakers in the U.S. send money back to their native countries. Through the expansion program Wells Fargo will offer money transfer services to eight more Latin American countries, including over 1,500 locations in Mexico through a partnership with Telecomm Telégrafos. They also offer financial literacy lessons to Spanish speakers through their website www.elfuturoentusmanos.com. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and news from Democracy Now! Enjoy another segment of Efemerides, celebrating significant moments in Latin American history.

Hosts Ramon Tristani and Anna Witte bring you a bright and uplifting show despite the winter weather. Resident movie expert and special visitor, Gonzalo Vivas shares his top picks for the Oscars and what the critics are saying. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and news from Democracy Now! Enjoy another segment of Efemerides, celebrating significant moments in Latin American history. Technical support provided by Cesar Escovar.

Lively hosts Sonia Velazquez and Lylian Martinez chat with Deborah Guajardo, Spanish Media Relations for the Internal Revenue Service. Deborah highlights one of the most community-oriented programs: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling, powered completely by volunteers and offering free tax prep to those who need it most. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Special guests Kelly Carson and Ashley Hall of Bloomington Hospital's Positive Link program pay a visit to talk about the new health-oriented social hour for Latino girls, "Las Hermanas Latinas". As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Enjoy another segment of Efemerides, celebrating significant moments in Latin American history.

Hosts Carlos Gonzalez and Maria Auxiliadora Viloria chat with Lauren Taylor of Middle Way House about teen violence awareness, how to recognize the signs of abuse, and how to foster healthy relationships among our youth. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Dr. Eduardo Silva sits down with Oscar Arreaza for an intimate discussion on his recent publication. His book explains why diverse social actors mobilized and coordinated prolonged massive resistance to free-market policies in Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Enjoy another segment of Efemerides, celebrating significant moments in Latin American history.

Hosts Luz Maria Lopez and Jenny Gibson present a diverse array of interesting segments provided by Nuevos Horizontes featuring topics like love across cultures, jealousy, the origins of the Spanish language, and health care reform. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. Enjoy another installment of Cine, reviewing the latest in movies and Oscar news, created by Gonzalo Vivas. As always we feature Latin American news from Radio Bilingue, and our local segment Efemerides, celebrating significant moments in Latin American history.

Hosts Anna Witte and Miguel Lara welcome Cristian Medina to the show to talk about the recent earthquakes in Haiti and Chile, local relief efforts, and explains the science behind earthquakes. Medina is a native of Chile and a geologist at Indiana University. Hola Bloomington also highlights this week's community events and volunteer opportunities in a segment prepared by Jenny Gibson and Daniel Soto. As always we feature cultural and health segments produced by Nuevos Horizontes, a program of the University of Illinois Extension, and Latin American news from Radio Bilingue. Enjoy another local segment of Efemerides, celebrating significant moments in Latin American history.