Becoming an Icon chronicles the lives of Latinx artists who have left an indelible mark through the sustained brilliance of their careers. This podcast brings you an exploration of various genre-defining stars, like Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and more, whose talent is so memorable that they surpass mere performers and ascend to the iconic level. Here, we chart the paths and trails these unique artists have blazed on their way to global fame.
From Latino USA: Monsters and Secrets: Oscar Isaac on Embodying the Most Telenovela Version of Frankenstein
There is a mysticism that covers Latin America. Stories of monsters, spirits, and tales of dark family secrets. Sure, it sounds like a telenovela, but literature calls it Gothic: tales that frighten and force us to confront our fears.
Now, Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro has reimagined the classic gothic story “Frankenstein.” But this time with a Latin American twist.
Del Toro’s adaptation features catholic imagery, long stares into the camera, and Guatemalan-born Hollywood superstar Oscar Isaac. Oscar gets into the film, the state of the country, and why he dropped Hernandez from his stage name.
Latino USA is the longest-running news and culture radio program in the U.S., centering Latino stories and hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa.
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24 Oct 2025
The World is Your Oyster with Demián Bichir
Eva and Maite kick off season three by cracking open the tiny but mighty oyster: a once democratic delicacy, ancient symbol, natural water filter, and cornerstone of coastal economies. They dive into food idioms and the oyster’s reputation as an aphrodisiac. Plus, they welcome actor Demián Bichir to the show.
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16 Oct 2025
Viva Betty - An Ugly Betty Rewatch ft. America Ferrera
The Suarez family is back together as Mark and Ana sit down with the one and only America Ferrera! From the sushi restaurant debacle that started it all to the bittersweet final days on set, Betty's iconic glasses to her lesser-known extensions, fake laughter to real tears, the trio share cherished memories and lasting legacies of the show. Plus, el padre Tony Plana joins the chat to complete the Suarez family reunion and surprise America.
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YouTube views
419,108,275
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.4 / 5
49 ratings
Spotify
4.8 / 5
32 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 89 / 100
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Quality
85
Social presence
97
YouTube
93
Engagement
92
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