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Noveleando PodcastEpisode 27: DOS MUJERES UN CAMINOIn this episode we talk about the only Mexican novela to star an American actor: Dos Mujeres Un Camino, starring Erik Estrada of CHiPs fame. This novela written by Emilio Larrosa, Alejandro Pohlenz, and Veronica Suarez, was a hit sensation, due in part, to it's star studded cast that featured everyone from Laura Leon to Selena (RIP). The main storyline is chauvinistic and sleezy as fuck, but it's also hilariously terrible. Honestly, you can save yourself the trouble of watching it, and just listen to our recap. You're welcome. Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress)...2020-02-261h 00
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 26: PUEBLO CHICO, INFIERNO GRANDESmall towns hide big secrets in Pueblo Chico, Infierno Grande (written by Mario Hernandez). Novela Plot: 24:25 Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsdeliagomez) Noveleando theme song written, performed, and produced by: Shireen Amini Find us on Instagram @NoveleandoPodcast Contact: If you would like to contact us, please email us at NoveleandoPodcast@gmail.com 2020-02-121h 14
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 25: MULHERES APAIXONADASAll the passion comes together in Mulheres Apaixonadas, the Brazilian novela by Manoel Carlos. Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsdeliagomez) Noveleando theme song written, performed, and produced by: Shireen Amini Find us on Instagram @NoveleandoPodcast Contact: If you would like to contact us, please email us at NoveleandoPodcast@gmail.com 2020-01-2253 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 24: CUNA DE LOBOS: Part 2In this episode we talk about the 2019 remake of Cuna de Lobos, by the same name. This re-write takes Carlos Olmos' original work and re-creates the drama in a modern setting. Like the original, this tale surprises us at every turn, and we are LIVING for the fiercest villain of all time: Catalina Creel. Plot: 8:27 Vilma vs Miguel: 51:23 Maria Rubio vs Paz Vega: 52:09 Manu Diaz YouTube 53:19 Last Podcast on the Left 1:01:47 Diana Bracho vs Paulette Hernandez: 1:04:13 Nailea Norvind (and her mom Eva Norvind): 1:09:35 FA...2020-01-081h 18
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 23: CUNA DE LOBOS: Part 1In this episode we talk about Cuna de Lobos, the novela that introduced us to the most dangerous novela villain ever created, Catalina Creel. In this work by Mexican playwright, Carlos Olmos, we explore the depths of human greed, and how far some people will go to maintain their social status. Carlos Olmos: 12:10 The Anniversary: 14:05 The Music/Entrada: 25:10 Plot: 27:25 Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsdeliagomez) Noveleando theme song written, performed, and produced by: Shireen Amini Find us on I...2019-12-111h 30
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 22: RAMONAIn this episode we talk about the historical fiction novela, Ramona, based on the novel by Helen Hunt Jackson, by the same name. We discuss the turmoil of California in the 1850s, as countless Mexican and Native people were displaced by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, and we'll explore how racial discrimination plays a part in the story of Romona and Alejandro. Plot and History: 9:00 A Love Letter to California: 41:30 Helen Hunt Jackson: 46:30 Ramona the novel: 49:30 The Ongoing Battle for Native Rights: 57:00 Sexytimes: 1:02:49 Kate Del C...2019-11-271h 11
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 21: LUZ CLARITAIn this episode, we talk about our favorite huerfanita: Luz Clariiiiitaaaaaaa. This lovable tale by Abel Santa Cruz stole our hearts and brightened our days, and we're here for all of it! La Entrada: 5:10 Abel Santa Cruz: 11:35 Plot: 17:13 Luz Clarita, the symbolic ray of Hope: 44:00 Why she so white??? Colorism and the Luz Clarita Whitewash Effect: 45:24 Daniela Lujan: 54:43 Ximena Sariñana: 57:23 Ximena Sariñana Rolling Stone Article FAT + Sketch: FATCH Comedy: 59:45 Cast: Gloria De Leon...2019-11-131h 02
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 20: VILLANAS Y VILLANOSIn this super spooky, Halloween episode, we talk all about the villains! We talk about the craziness, the creepiness, and all-around evilness of the characters that make us genuinely scared to leave our homes. Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsdeliagomez) Noveleando theme song written, performed, and produced by: Shireen Amini Find us on Instagram @NoveleandoPodcast Contact: If you would like to contact us, please email us at NoveleandoPodcast@gmail.com2019-10-231h 03
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 19: ALCANZAR UNA ESTRELLA IIIn this episode, we talk about Alcanzar Una Estrella II, the novela that brought us fun teenage pop group "Muñecos de Papel". Learn all about our obsession with Ricky Martin, right from where it began. Plot: 6:14 Jeans and Long Hair: 13:08 Sequels??? 18:01 Muñecos de Papel: 22:30 Mariana Garza's Deep, Dark, Secret: 25:45 Pedro Fernandez: 29:01 Ricky Martin: 40:03 Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsdeliagomez) Noveleando theme song written, performed, and produced by: Shireen Amini Find u...2019-10-0950 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 18: ALCANZAR UNA ESTRELLAIn this episode we talk about the teen classic Alcanzar una Estrella, by Rita Macedo. This tale of teenage romance, written by a cinema icon, set our dreams on fire with a star studded cast that included members of the pop sensation Timbiriche. Veronica Castro Update: 4:24 Plot: 12:27 Ugly Duckling Syndrome: 16:30 Rita Macedo: 25:19 Perspectives on Suicide: 29:30 Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 The Hours by Michael Cunningham Hollywood Heights: 47:46 Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: itsd...2019-09-2552 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 17: EL DERECHO DE NACERIn this episode we talk about the novela that started it all, El Derecho De Nacer, by Felix B Caignet, based on the radionovela by the same name. It's a Cuban story, transplanted to Mexico, and as culturally relevant today as it was in 1948. We talk about how this story about unconditional love, challenges racial and societal barriers and why it's message continues to move audiences to tears. Plot: 5:12 Felix B. Caignet: 15:25 Grandfather to the Children of the World: 19:33 The Right to be Born: 21:13 The Wives of Christ: 23:50 ...2019-09-1152 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 16: LA PÍCARA SOÑADORAIn this episode we talk about La Pícara Soñadora, based on the 1956 film of the same name, by Abel Santa Cruz. It's the only novela ever written about the luxuries of squatting. Lupita is young woman living her dreams, even if it requires her to set aside her morals (at least until she can afford to have a conscience). Abel Santa Cruz: 2:15 Plot: 5:15 Where would YOU live?: 7:32 1956 Film: 13:15 Secret Prince: A Riches to Rags Story: 16:12 A Department Store Palace: 30:00 The Curse: 34:00 ...2019-08-1442 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 15: QUINCEAÑERAIn this episode we talk about the coming-of-age classic Quinceañera, based on the 1960 film of the same name, written by Jorge Duran Chavez, Alfonzo Rosas Priego, and Edmundo Baez Felix. The story dealt with some pretty adult topics both on screen and behind the scenes, and it's the novela that launched the careers of Adela Noriega and Thalia. Classic Quinceañera Traditions: 3:12 The 1960s film Quinceañera: 4:45 Plot: 5:15 La Entrada (la super, super, awkward entrada): 8:45 On Screen Innocence/Off Screen Scandals: 13:19 Female Stories from the P...2019-07-2439 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 14: LA MENTIRAIn this episode, we talk about the Caridad Bravo Adams classic tale of love and revenge: La Mentira. Starring Kate del Castillo and Guy Ecker, this novela tells a twisty tale of Rancho romance. What would YOU do if you found out our love life was a lie? Caridad Bravo Adams: 2:38 A fine line between Love and Hate: 7:35 What would YOU do?: 10:29 Primo Love: 14:40 Good Girls vs Bad Girls: 19:12 Kate del Castillo: 22:44 Rolling Stone Article: Kate del Castillo Sues Mexican Officials The Music: 30:52...2019-07-1036 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 13: EL EXTRAÑO RETORNO DE DIANA SALAZARIn this episode, we talk about the cult classic El Extraño Return de Diana Salazar, written by Margarita Villaseñor. We discuss the spooky concepts that set this novela apart from all others including reincarnation and supernatural abilities. Plot: 4:33 Reincarnation: 6:06 Colonizer Religion vs Native Spirituality: 8:37 Siempre Bruja on Netflix: 14:40 Kristen Maldonado's Review of "Siempre Bruja" Art Direction: 18:40 Superpowers: 25:05 Alternate Theories: 26:52 Music: 31:51 Entrada Lucia Mendez "Un Alma En Pena" Delia's Random Facts: 34:47 2019-06-1939 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 12: SOÑADORASIn this episode, we talk about Soñadoras, the teenage, coming of age story by Alejandro Pohlenz, Saul Perez, and Pedro Pablo Quintanilla. It's the a cautionary tale about what happens when teenagers are allowed to live life free of consequences, until they realize money can't actually protect them from all consequences, but through it all they fall in love, make friends, and have a shit ton of fun. Writers and Inspiration: 3:48 Ugly Duckling Syndrome and Novela Makeovers: 5:55 Drugs Bad drugs are Bad: 17:00 Plot: 18:52 Julieta and the dan...2019-06-0543 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 11: AGUJETAS DE COLOR DE ROSAIn this episode, we talk about one of Gloria and Delia's all time favorite novelas, Agujetas de Color de Rosa. This Susan Crowley and Gabriela Ortigoza collab, featured the close-knit Armendares family, who had to completely reinvent themselves after a death in the family left them on the street. At the center of the stories is the ice-skating rink that motivates and unites them. Plot: 4:10 Ice Skating: 8:30 Tanya Harding-ing your BFF: 12:08 Some Misogynistic Bull----!: 20:40 A Make-A-Wish Husband: 31:38 Sibling Rivalry: 35:45 FATCH Comedy: 39:15 (FA...2019-05-2250 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 10: LAS CANCIONESIn this episode, we talk about las canciones! The ones we love, the ones Delia hates, and everything in-between. They're what invites us into the novela world and motivates us to become invested in the stories. It's like our favorite thing about novelas! Common Images and Themes: 3:18 Songs: the Best and the Worst: 6:23 Timbiriche: 17:12 Theme Songs of the Delia and Gloria Novela: 22:50 Colombian Novelas: 26:40 Mexican Recitals: 28:40 The Evolution of Novela Music: 32:40 Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gl...2019-05-0839 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 009: LA USURPADORAIn this episode, we talk about the Ines Rodena novela La Usurpadora. We discuss twin stereotypes, sibling rivalries, and weird love triangles. We also talk bout the little known sequel to La Usurpadora that took place one year after the happily-ever-after wedding of Carlos Daniel and Paulina. Plot: 3:35 Evil Twins: 10:50 Rags to Riches: 16:00 Siblings Love Rivalry: 23:15 Theoretical Twin Situations ("If I were a twin..."): 27:50 Fashion: 31:30 A Novela for the Ladies: 37:20 The Sequel: 39:16 Being Nannies: 41:45 Telenovelas are Hell: La...2019-04-2448 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 008: BAILA CONMIGOIn this episode, we talk about the 1950s, Rock & Roll inspired, novela Baila Conmigo. We talk about the star-studded cast that brought to life this classic coming of age story written by Susan Crowley and Gabriela Ortigoza. A unique story with a star-studded cast: 2:05 The American Cousin: 5:35 Forbidden Love: 7:20 Good girls are boring: 12:05 Clarita/Clarissa: 18:05 Life Goals: 22:25 Sexual Harassment and Rape Culture: 24:45 Susan Crowley and Gabriela Ortigoza: 31:34 Where are they now?: 34:50 Gloria wants to touch ever...2019-04-1041 min
Noveleando PodcastRebeldeIn this episode, we talk about the novela that taught us all how to break out of our shy, teenage, shells: Rebelde. We'll dish about the characters, and even talk some trash about some real people. Plus, we'll introduce you to the awesome Cris Morena, the creative genius behind Rebelde and it's predecessors from Argentina. The Rebelde Experience: 2:45 Why Novelas So Heteronormative?: 5:15 The Characters: 8:48 Cris Morena: 14:30 (Jugate Conmigo) Rebelde Way: 17:30 Verano de Dawson's Creek: 20:00 YA Stories: 22:35 Adaptations and Reunions: 25:00 2019-03-2745 min
Noveleando PodcastCORAZON SALVAJEIn this episode, we talk about the super sexy novela Corazon Salvaje. We talk pirates, love affairs, and all the other steamy moments that made us very uncomfortable to be watching tv with our parents. History of Corazon Salvaje: 4:35 Plot: 6:50 Sister Code: 15:35 Water is sexy AF: 18:57 Sexual Tension: 22:35 Pirate Fantasy vs Pirate Reality: 24:05 Juan del Diablo: 27:15 Gone With The Wind: 28:25 Colorism in Novelas: 31:30 Steamy Scenes and Sexual Awakenings: 35:08 Juan of the 21st Century: 37:50 ...2019-03-1345 min
Noveleando PodcastEpisode 005: MARIA LA DEL BARRIOIn this episode, we talk about Maria la del Barrio, starring Thalia, and Itati Cantoral. We talk about the off-the-wall craziness of the plot, the sadness of rich people, and the hotness of Fernando Colunga. History of Maria la del Barrio: 3:55 Plot: 7:10 Soraya Montenegro: 7:55 Plot (cont'd): 9:55 Telenovelas are Hell by Tamara Yajia: 14:00 Opening credits song: 16:15 A Weird Come-up: 17:25 Having a Hot-ass Primo: 19:10 Thalia: 21:33 Fernando Colunga: 23:50 A Tiara for Any Occasion: 26:15 Los Ricos También Llo...2019-02-2749 min
Noveleando PodcastBetty La FeaIn this episode, we talk about the Colombian novela Yo Soy Betty, La Fea. We discuss the problematic nature of beauty standards, and we talk about how important it is to have your own "cuartel de las feas" in your life. History of Yo Soy Betty, La Fea: 4:20 Plot: A Symphony in 3 Acts: 6:40 El Cuartel De Las Feas: 12:13 La Fea Mas Bella: 14:05 A Caricature of an Ugly Girl: 16:00 Colombian Beauty Standards: High End vs Low Class: 17:20 Colombian Fashion Week Beauty Pageants: 19:25...2019-02-1350 min
Noveleando PodcastCarruselIn this episode, we take a trip down memory lane to visit the adorable and lovable characters of Carrusel. We trace back the history of the franchise from it's inception as a tv series starring the original teacher: Jacinta Pichimahuida, created by Abel Santa Cruz in 1966. History of Carrusel: 6:40 The Kids of Carrusel: 13:30 "Maestra Ximena" IRL: Mr Camarillo/Miss Sully: 20:35 The Kids of Carrusel (cont'd): 24:50 The Character Arc of "Maria Joaquina": 36:45 "La Patrulla Salvadora!": 40:20 The Innocence of Kids: 42:15 Teachers R Heroes: 50:35 2019-01-2358 min
Noveleando PodcastRubi/TeresaIn this episode we discuss the novela Rubi, from it's start as a fotonovela by Yolanda Vargas Dulche, to the most recent version (2004), starring Barbara Mori. History of Rubi: 5:05 Interview with Gloria's mom (in Spanish): 9:18 Plot of Rubi: 14:02 Rubi: Villain or Protagonist?: 19:23 Teresa: 20:54 Mexican vs Colombian P.O.V.: 25:24 BFFs/Female Friendship: 33:15 Need vs Greed: 35:37 Success via Marriage: 43:30 Decolonizing the standards of Beauty: 51:15 Cast: Gloria De Leon (IG: gloriatheactress) Delia Gomez (IG: i...2019-01-0957 min
Noveleando PodcastAn Introduction to Novela LifeIn this episode you'll get to meet Gloria and Delia, creators of Noveleando. Gloria and Delia discuss what it was like growing up watching novelas. From falling in love with Ricky Martin, to that secret product Thalia marketed in the early 90s but everyone just forgot about, Gloria and Delia reminisce about novela life. Cast: Gloria De Leon, and Delia Gomez Noveleando Theme Song written and produced by: Shireen Amini Contact: If you would like to contact us, please email us at NoveleandoPodcast@gmail.com 2018-12-1943 min