Charla Comunitaria
Fourth Thursday of every month, 6:30 - 7:00 PM
The Lehigh Valley has seen a Latin influence grow over the past decades, and WDIY celebrates that growth by providing a space for community conversations. Aurea Ortiz hosts Charla Comunitaria, where she takes your ears deep into the local Latin community through conversations with business owners, community leaders and elected officials, providing insight and a deeper understanding of our Latin American neighbors.
Latest Episodes
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Aurea Ortiz talks with Carol Obando-Derstine about the passions that are driving her in her run for Congress, and the importance of representation in politics. -
Aurea Ortiz is joined by Janine Santoro of the City of Bethlehem to reflect on the Bethlehem Patillas Sister City Celebration and what's ahead in the partnership. -
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Javier Toro, a representative from Primerica, to talk about the importance of financial independence and education. -
Aurea Ortiz sits down with Flor and Robert Velez of Puerto Rican Culture Preservation, Inc. to talk about the upcoming Puerto Rican parade and festival -
Aurea Ortiz is joined by Miguel Perez to talk about the film FANIA All Stars, which tells the story of the 1970s Salsa stars, and his other work. -
Aurea Ortiz sits down with Sandra Skvasik, Engagement and Marketing Lead with Blue Zones, to talk about the organization's work to create a healthy Lehigh Valley. -
Aurea Ortiz welcomes Nadine Young and Emma Ortiz of The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties to talk about the organization's services for residents of all ages. -
Aurea Ortiz talks with Olga Negron about the rapidly approaching enforcement deadline for Real IDs and the importance of getting one. -
Aurea Ortiz is joined by Lizzette Melendez of the Hispanic Center of the Lehigh Valley to talk about her experience serving our older residents. -
Aurea Ortiz welcomes State Representative Steve Samuelson to talk about important services like Rent Rebates, Real IDs, and much more.
