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Flor Unmuted Unmuted with Christian Romo: Fighting for Kern County’s FutureSummaryIn this conversation, Flor Olvera discusses the political landscape in rural California, particularly in Kern County, and the challenges faced by the Democratic Party. She emphasizes the importance of unity, voter engagement, and building trust with constituents. The discussion also touches on the impact of Prop 50, gerrymandering, and the role of unions in supporting Democratic candidates. Olvera advocates for grassroots efforts, canvassing, and connecting with voters on a personal level to ensure that their needs are met and voices heard.TakeawaysThe political landscape in rural California is often overlooked.

2025-11-041h 04

Flor Unmuted The Human Behind the Hustle | Councilmember Andrae Gonzales on Service, Faith & PoliticsIn this episode of Flor Unmuted, Bakersfield City Councilmember and State Assembly candidate Andrae Gonzales opens up about the journey that shaped him—from growing up on the Bakersfield College campus where his father dedicated his life to helping first-generation students, to navigating the emotional toll and responsibility of public service.We talk about faith, burnout, criticism, and the importance of keeping humanity at the center of leadership. Andrae also shares why he still believes in community, collaboration, and hope—despite the noise of politics.“God will ask, what did you do with the tools you we...

2025-10-2459 min

Flor Unmuted Is This What Integrity Looks Like? with Dr. Randy Villegas, Congressional Candidate- District 22In this episode of Flor Unmuted, I sit down with Randy Villegas, educator, school board trustee, and congressional candidate for California’s 22nd District, to discuss what real representation looks like for working-class and immigrant communities in the Central Valley.We dive into his personal journey from growing up in a family that relied on public assistance like Medicaid, to becoming the first-generation PhD, to running for Congress to challenge cuts to essential services. We also unpack how districts like CA-22 are shaped by funding, voter suppression, and how local people can reclaim power.Whether yo...

2025-10-1343 min

Flor Unmuted Part 2 Prop 50: Fair Play or Power Grab? with Catherine Romely and Carter Beardsley In this powerful follow-up episode, Flor Olvera continues the deep dive into California’s Prop 50 this time featuring longtime voting rights advocate Carter Beardsley and a heartfelt conversation with community mentor Cathee Romley. Together, they unpack what’s really at stake: not just a proposition, but the future of Congress and democratic representation itself.We tackle GOP misinformation, political fatigue, and why Prop 50 is a direct response to voter suppression and radical redistricting efforts across the country. Whether you're confused, skeptical, or just tired of politics, this episode breaks down what you need to know before you vote...

2025-10-0856 min

Flor Unmuted Prop 50: Fair Play or Power Grab? Part 1In this first part of our Flor Unmuted Prop 50 mini series, we break down the facts, the fear tactics, and the future of democracy in California.Ballots are landing this week and Prop 50 has become the center of a high stakes battle over gerrymandering, congressional maps, and representation. We cut through the noise and bring you voices from the groundGuest: Rebecca Sayed Grassroots organizer with national experience mobilizing voters on redistricting, voting rights, and election defenseGuest: Paul Reed Retired Teamster, local delegate, and political activist from Kern CountyIn...

2025-10-0743 min

Flor Unmuted TRUTH Act in Kern with Oliver Ma with Steps for ActionThe TRUTH Act forum is Kern County’s once-a-year public reckoning on how the Sheriff’s Office interacts with ICE. On paper, it’s about transparency. In reality, it’s where official talking points and community truth often collide. In this episode of Flor Unmuted, attorney Oliver Ma from the ACLU of Southern California joins me to break down what the TRUTH Act really does, why Kern’s political climate shapes law enforcement culture, and what past forums reveal about the gap between reported numbers and what’s actually happening. We’ll talk about the role of the Board of Supervisors...

2025-08-1336 min

Flor Unmuted Political Gaslighting and Mental Health with Ramon Sanchez, MSWWhen systemic racism, ICE raids, and political violence hit home, the damage isn’t just political it’s deeply personal.In this episode of Flor Unmuted, therapist Ramon Sanchez, MSW joins Flor Olvera for a raw, urgent conversation about protecting your mental health in the face of fear, injustice, and economic uncertainty.We talk about what happens to children whose parents are detained, how to care for youth living under constant threat, and why our collective numbness to tragedies — from Gaza to our own neighborhoods — is so dangerous.Whether you’re a guardian navigating...

2025-08-0838 min

Flor Unmuted Conoce Tus Derechos: Cómo Sobrevivir un Arresto Como Inmigrante with Criminal Defense Attorney H.A. SalaIn this urgent and compassionate episode of Flor Unmuted, Flor sits down with renowned criminal defense attorney H.A. Sala to talk directly to undocumented immigrants and mixed-status families who are living in fear.What do you do if you're arrested and can’t reach a lawyer? What if you’re pulled over for something small—like driving without a license—but end up in immigration custody? How can families prepare now, before the worst happens?If you or someone you love is afraid to leave the house, answer the door, or speak up—this episode is...

2025-07-2436 min

Flor Unmuted What ICE Really Costs Us with Oliver Ma, Legal Fellow, ACLU SoCalIn this episode of Flor Unmuted, immigration attorney Oliver Ma joins Flor to break down the hidden costs of immigrant detention and how ICE continues to drain local communities like Kern County of already scarce public resources.From taxpayer funding of private detention centers to the role of internalized racism in sustaining immigrant criminalization, this conversation goes beyond headlines and into the systems that quietly shape fear and compliance.Flor and Oliver also dig into the CA-22 Congressional race, what’s at stake in 2024, and how federal immigration enforcement continues to impact the Central Valley....

2025-07-1734 min

Flor Unmuted ICE and Kern County with Inderraj Singh, Esq. In this episode of Flor Unmuted, immigration attorney Inderraj Singh joins the mic to break down what’s really happening with recent ICE raids in Kern County—and why the silence from local officials should alarm all of us.We discuss how these raids are affecting immigrant families, the legal myths surrounding ICE enforcement, and the specific questions you can and should be asking your city councilmembers, sheriffs, and county supervisors.Whether you're directly impacted or standing in solidarity, this episode gives you the context, tools, and next steps to hold local power accountable.To...

2025-07-1544 min

Flor Unmuted Introduction to Flor UnmutedWelcome to Flor Unmuted, a bilingual podcast about politics, culture, and community with zero filters and no performative theater. Hosted by a Latina voice built for real talk, not safe takes. In this quick intro, you'll hear what Flor Unmuted is all about and why this podcast is different. If you'r'e tired of the noise, the silence, or the spin- you're in the right place. Topics you'll hear on the pod: Latinx political powerLocal elections + national policy breakdownsCultura, identity, and unlearningHard conversations we're told...

2025-07-1500 min

Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast Season 3 Special Episode - Election 2024 Flor Olvera (Ep. 39)Kern Community College District Governing Board Trustee Candidate for Area 4 Flor Olvera joins Destigmatize Mental Health Podcast, allowing her voters to learn about her before this important election.*This episode is not an endorsement. Any candidate is welcomed on my podcast to discuss their campaign regardless of party affiliation.*

2024-10-281h 08

Noticiero de Luciana Wainer en Chilango Suprema Corte analiza controversia constitucional sobre Reforma Judicial.Trabajadores del PJF continúan paro de labores. Semana Mundial del Espacio .Iniciamos la conversación con Fernanda Guzmán –periodista del noticiero de Luisa Cantú y Luciana Wainer en Radio Chilango– quien comparte la nota ‘A la presidencia “llegamos todas” los primeros pasos’ que habla sobre las promesas y perspectivas del mandato de la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum que tiene de frente la justicia para las mujeres y niñas en situación de vulnerabilidad. Fernando Miguez –oficial judicial de tribunal colegiado– nos comparte información sobre la decisión tomada por el grupo "32 circuitos unidos" sobre continuar en paro de labores y la exigencia al gobierno federal de cumplir con las suspensio...

2024-10-041h 41

SIN ETIQUETAS Mitos y realidades acerca de la cannabis y su uso medicinalEntrevista con Livia Olvera, fundadora de Flor de Alcachofa, psicoterapeuta especializada en género, temas ambientales y salud.

2023-04-2729 min

PROGRAMA EMITIDOS Los poemas del día 7 de Septiembre del Grupo Poemas Con sabor a Ti la radioSe seleccionó los poemas del grupo Poemas con sabor a Ti la radio, para recitarlos en Radio con sabor a ti, por Vicky RodrIguez Rubiales y Susana Sofía R. Los poetas son son le siguientes: Rincón de Poesía- José Luis García Flor. Ureña- Paquita Medina Ch- Carmen Bonpland- Aladino Lavias Olvera- Carlos Segoviano Castros-Laura Ruiz-

2020-09-081h 36

Martha Lombana Gran fiesta poética yo amo las letras de rosario salazarRADIO ECOS POÉTICOS Presenta Gran Fiesta Poética "YO AMO LAS LETRAS" Lunes de Junio del 2020 A las 18:00 Horas centro de Mexico Colombia-Perú- Panamá -Ecuador INVITA Rosario Salazar Salvador Hortua Invitados Antonia Cerrato Martin-Romo Maria Sanchez Roman Clemen Esteban Lorenzo de Ayamonte Manuel Ciprian Chus Castro Marife Bernal Mar Losas-Laura Losas Ignatius Gonzales Mar Alvarez Antonia Contreras Juan Carlos Cebollada Gracia Carmen Adelantado Beat Aguirre Patricia Córdova Villarroel Carmen Guardalopez Ana Centellas Carmen Raigón Celia Segura M. Ema Sequeira DECLAMADORES Alice Olvera Cruz Luz Oropeza Rosales Flor Olvera Rosario Salazar Martha Lombana Roberto Reynaga Estrada Emilio Juan G...

2020-06-031h 58

Martha Lombana Gran fiesta Poética-Los amantes de las letras (El arte de la poesia)El titular Miguel Cantú Morales La administración del Grupo. Cielo Castro, Mile Morales, Karina Cervantes Cazares, Miguyani Poet, Islia Ismaryn Meza Ramirez Declamadores Galatea Susi delaTorre Ana Cecy Villegas Martha Lombana Roberto Reynaga Estrada Emilio Juan Gilabert Estos son los poetas invitados Elida de los Santos -Uruguay. Un Alma Liberada- Nicaragua ???????? Jesús González Galicia-México. Flor Olvera-País: Houston Tx. Karina Cervantes Cazares México Una Soñadora en un Paraíso de Letras- México ???????? Jessenia Romero-Nicaragua Mile Morales "Dulce Cayena "- Colombia Islia Ismaryn Meza Ramirez-Honduras Saga Torres-México Edith Rosas-Seudónimo. Rosa Roja Perversa.-México- San...

2019-11-192h 04

Por las Rutas de la Curiosidad T1 E8: Canciones que traen historiaLa música es una de las expresiones artísticas más cercana a nosotros, pues a través de ella canalizamos un sinfín de emociones. La música nos habla de amores, ilusiones, traiciones, desengaños... pero también puede hablarnos de hechos que han formado parte de la historia. En el programa de hoy, elegimos algunas canciones que traen historia. En este amplio catálogo viajaremos por todo el mundo conociendo historias que han marcado miles de vidas. ¡Vamos, acompáñennos... Por las Rutas de la Curiosidad! MÚSICA UTILIZADA EN ESTE PROGRAMA (TODOS LOS DERECHOS PERTENECEN A LOS AUTORES...

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