BROWN AND BOUGIE RECAP

Gut Punch To Our Democracy; Puerto Rican Polarity

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo analyzes the impact of the attacks to our voting rights in the immediate aftermath of the recent SCOTUS decision that largely dismantles the Voting Rights Act. Collazo drills down on how this decision and ongoing alledged political corruption are impacting the Puerto Rican community on the island and throughout the diaspora. Collazo shares why the success and legacy of two guys named Jose Ortiz exemplify the character and impact of Puerto Ricans. He also reflects on his recent collaborations with the National Puerto Rican Agenda and UnidosUS affiliate network. Subscribe to #TheCollazoShowPodcast anywhere you can listen to a podcast!

BROWN AND BOUGIE RECAP

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo reflects on receiving the INDEPENDENT MEDIA VANGUARD AWARD at the annual Brown and Bougie Brunch held in Washington, DC during the White House Correspondents' Dinner Weekend. Brown and Bougie celebrates the accomplishments of Latino journalists in News and Politics. Collazo was honored for advancing innovative Latino media and expanding access to trusted information through leadership, storytelling and civic engagement that empowers our communities. Collazo shared why he dedicated the award to his sons and the biggest lesson he wanted to highlight during this incredible milestone moment during his 13 years of podcasting. Collazo also shares commentary on the incident at the WHCD and the firing of one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican men in our society. Collazo again thanks Chuck Rocha, Daysi Gonzalez and the Solidarity Strategies team for honoring him at this years' Brown and Bougie Brunch. Also, huge shoutout to the other honorees: Arelis Hernandez from the Washington Post and Nick Valencia of Nick Valencia News. Follow my Substack for premier episodes of the Collazo Show. Also follow on YouTube @TheCollazoShow and the Collazo Show Podcast anywhere you can!

Weekend Thoughts: Mejia's True Lesson, Becerra's Comeback, Padres' History

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo records episode in this car during his sons' sports practice. As he tries to prevent his phone from overheating, Collazo analyzes the true lesson of newly elected New Jersey Congresswoman Analillia Mejia's stunning electoral victory. Collazo also provides us an update on the California Governor's race and the historic signficance of power couple Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanzaa Jones buying the San Diego Padres. Collazo shouts out activists throughout Texas who converged in Dilley, Texas on Saturday to protest the shameful concentration camp that is imprisoning thousands of innoncent people, including hundreds of children. Subscribe to "The Collazo Show Podcast" anywhere you can listen to a podcast and follow us on Substack and YouTube @thecollazoshow for the full video show.

Pope Leo Ain't Scared.

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo analyzes the true meaning of Trump's attacks on Pope Leo and the Catholic Church. Collazo provides a call to action to Latino Catholics on what to focus on after these historic threats to our faith. Collazo updates us on the fallout from Congressman Eric Swalwell's exit from the California Governor's race and Congress after the public allegations of sexual assaults from several women over past few days. What does the bipartisan pressure for shameful political figures like Swalwell and Texas Republican Congressman Tony Gonzales to resign from Congress mean for our politics? The Collazo Show shares real time feedback of the California Immigrant Policy Center's candidate forum. Now that Swalwell is off the stage, can other candidates like Tom Steyer, Katie Porter or Xavier Becerra emerge as a leading Democratic candidate? Karol G made history as the first Latina headliner at the iconic Coachella Music Festival over the weekend. What does Karol's epic performance mean for the Latino community? And how a Thread between Collazo and Business guru Jenn Victoria Rodriguez [https://www.threads.com/@iamvictoriajenn/post/DXC-nZvlo9S?xmt=AQF0PDdMDFm93RUL2RAmGVnpmGxF0gPXUrZ-XopfxUBAtF_Mcc758oWgpvcNzgtMErY8GVKD&slof=1] highlighted the importance of keeping the Latino market front and center in the content space. Shoutouts to Kany Garcia for her new album and the hip-hop group Outerspace [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULKRVkUAa54&t=2030s] for their upcoming recognition by City of Philadelphia for their role in Philly Hip-Hop history. Subscribe to The Collazo Show Podcast anywhere you can listen for more commentary and conversations at the intersection of leadership, politics and cultura.

A United Latino Economic Agenda

Host Rafael "Ray" Collazo is joined by Mauricio Garcia, the Senior Vice President of Programs at UNIDOSUS. UNIDOSUS (formerly National Council of La Raza) is the nation's largest Latino Civil Rights organization. UNIDOSUS recently released their "National Economic Prosperity Agenda." [https://unidosus.org/press-releases/unidosus-launches-national-economic-prosperity-agenda/] The Agenda [https://unidosus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UnidosUS-Economic-Prosperity-Agenda-2026.pdf] seeks to unite leaders across various sectors — government, philanthropy, corporations, advocacy and local communities — around solutions to strengthen economic mobility and shared prosperity for the country. Collazo and Garcia review the process that went into developing the agenda's framework, and the four 'pillars of prosperity' for Latino economic advancement. This is a critical conversation for those interested in a vision for how strategic investments in the housing market, workforce and small business development and financial security programs can come together to help Latino families build financial stability and wealth. Mauricio Garcia is also a nationally recognized Colombian-American leader. Collazo and Garcia discuss the impact of nearly 2 million Colombianos in our nation and debate who is our GOAT Paisa. Garcia is also a rabid Detroit Pistons fan. Collazo and Garcia deliberate on the Pistons' chances in the upcoming NBA playoffs. Note: Collazo and Garcia are coworkers at UNIDOSUS. This conversation takes place on "The Collazo Show," which is an independent media platform. Support the National Economic Prosperity Agenda [https://unidosus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UnidosUS-Economic-Prosperity-Agenda-2026.pdf] and subscribe/share/rate/review to "The Collazo Show Podcast" anywhere you can subscribe.