In this episode we speak with one of the hottest chefs in NYC today, Derick Lopez, owner of The Freakin Rican restaurant in Astoria, NY. Featuring a menu of traditional Puerto Rican cuisine, Chef Derick delivers a culinary delight to anyone looking for some authentic “Boricua” flavors. The food is delicious and the service and ambience deliver an experience that you will remember and come back for more. However, the food is just scratching the surface about what makes Chef Derick special. Derick shares his story with us and explains how the challenges of growing up as a poor, gay man from th ..read more

In this episode we interview NYC based writer and comedian, Miguel Fernandez.  Miguel has studied and performed sketch comedy and improv over the past several years. Recently he has performed in groups specializing in Improv en Espanol. We love supporting up and coming artists and we think he is a rising star. Miguel shares his story with us and explains how his journey as a child of Colombian immigrant parents led him on the path to pursue his dream of performing on stage. We go over his experiences and discuss several themes like how his family supported his dreams, the challenges that ..read more

Welcome to The Modern Latino Podcast! In this episode your hosts, Gene & Ivan, set the stage for what you can expect from this podcast.  Our goal is simple: have thoughtful conversations about the issues impacting our lives, highlight individuals doing great things in their communities, and finally, celebrate all of the beautiful cultures that make-up the Latino diaspora.   We do this by keeping an open mind, trying to learn something new, and always treating each other with respect. Please subscribe to the show and join us for the ride! Reach out to us via: info@themod ..read more

Welcome to The Modern Latino Podcast, with your hosts Gene and Ivan! Our goal is simple: have thoughtful conversations about the issues impacting our lives, highlight individuals doing great things in their communities, and finally, celebrate all of the beautiful cultures that make-up the Latino diaspora.  We do this by keeping an open mind, trying to learn something new, and always treating each other with respect. On this episode we have a terrific conversation with our new friend, Carlos Acta. Carlos is a graduate of Columbia University where he majored in Political Science and Inter ..read more