This week on Locatora Radio, Harvey Guillén joins us to talk about queerness, joy, and taking up space in Hollywood. From finding creative ways to pay for acting classes as a kid, to becoming a fan favorite as Guillermo on What We Do in the Shadows, Harvey shares how he’s navigated fatphobia, queer-coded villains, and the power of showing up as his full self.

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This week, Diosa and Mala discuss constitutional rights: freedom of the press, the right to assemble, and what happens when protestors and journalists are targeted by law enforcement. From the streets of LA to national headlines, today’s attacks on the media is related to a long history of censorship and resistance.

Resources: LA Taco, LA Public Press, NDLON, CHIRLA, & CARECEN .

Sources cited in this episode:

Why the death of reporter Ruben Salazar 55 years ago resonates with journalists covering LA protests today

National Archives: Bill of Rights

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This week, Diosa and Mala discuss the recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, provide on-the-ground coverage and offer tips on how to support impacted families and community members. They also provide analysis on the phenomenon of Latinos in law enforcement, Latinos For Trump, and "Do it the right way" rhetoric.

Can’t Join A Protest? Other ways you can help:

• Donate to Detained Immigrant Fund
• Distribute “Know Your Rights” Cards to your neighbors, elders, family members. Find them here in Spanish. Find them here in English.
• Join A Rapid Response Network In Your Area (For LA) Call 888-624-4752 to report ICE activity.
• Immigrants Rights Orgs You can support: CHIRLA, Carecen, Órale Long Beach, NDLON.
• Connect with your friends, family, and community members.

Articles cited in this episode:

LA Times: "What really happened outside the Paramount Home Depot? The reality on the ground vs. the rhetoric"

LA Times: National Guard arrives in Los Angeles as fallout from immigration raids continues

LA Times: Multiple immigration sweeps reported across L.A., with a tense standoff downtown

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This week, Diosa and Mala dive deep into the explosive federal case, United States vs. Combs. Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faces five serious criminal counts and the details have captured the attention of many both online and offline. But beyond the headlines and viral TikTok accounts lies decades of violence, exploitation, and abuse. Diosa and Mala unpack the term "freak off," now part of the public lexicon thanks to court filings, but simply put--are abusive sessions masked as "play." What happens when private trauma becomes public spectacle? Diosa and Mala bring the focus back to the survivors and the systems that enabled their abuse.

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This week on Locatora Radio, Diosa and Mala reconnect with a trailblazing public servant, Senator Sasha Renee Perez. Senator Perez made LA history as the youngest elected Mayor of Alhambra. She's done it again as the youngest State Senator in California and the youngest woman currently serving in the state legislature.

Diosa and Mala dive into her fire recovery efforts, the district she represents, and the diverse community of constituents she advocates for every day. She walks us through the responsibilities of her role in the California State Senate and the real-world impact of her work.

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In this week's episode, Diosa and Mala unpack what it means to "crash out"—a sudden, often public unraveling of someone’s mental, emotional, or social state. But what exactly does it mean to crash out? And how is it any different from a meltdown? Diosa and Mala reflect on deeper generational shifts in how we process—and perform—mental health crisis.

For additional mental health resources: 988lifeline.org, NAMI, Crisis Text Line.

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This week, Diosa and Mala sit down with Ana Flores, founder of We All Grow, a digital platform and community space elevating Latina voices. And stories. After 14 years, Ana made the bold decision to sell her company. In this exclusive interview, Ana shares the multiple reasons she decided to pivot and embrace a new way of being. Ana is done with the hustle.

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In this week's episode, Diosa and Mala discuss the differences between Cradle Catholics and Converts, Pope Francis' legacy, and why "being Catholic" can also be a cultural identity.

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