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Insurgencia Feminina
Sofía Quiñones discusses the environmental crisis caused by a recent fire at a food warehouse, highlighting failures in emergency response and the need for community organization. She claims that the emergency system did not activate properly, resulting in a lack of timely information and inadequate measures to protect residents. Quiñones states that many community members are experiencing health issues due to exposure to toxic air and emphasizes the importance of community meetings to address these concerns. She also mentions the need for legal representation and resources to help affected individuals navigate the situation.
Insurgencia Feminina
Elisa Mejía states that the program focuses on women's issues and community activism. Mejía discusses the toxic Lineage Fire and its impact on local communities, urging Governor Newsom to take action. Joe González shares his experience with cancer and highlights the ongoing dangers from the fire's aftermath. Barbara Martínez, a cancer survivor, emphasizes the need for awareness about long-term health effects from environmental toxins. The program includes voices from a recent press conference addressing community concerns about negligence from local authorities.
Insurgencia Feminina
Speakers discuss the importance of community organization and solidarity among marginalized groups. One speaker argues that the current government is more dignified than previous administrations, which were complicit with corrupt practices. The conversation includes reflections on cultural identity, particularly regarding language and the experiences of Latino communities in the U.S. Another speaker highlights the significance of literature, mentioning works by Che Guevara and Pedro Páramo, emphasizing the value of reading in understanding historical and social contexts. The segment also features a musical interlude and community announcements.
Insurgencia Feminina - Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Dolores Huerta states that the community's struggle is for justice, work, and life against a government that offers death and destruction. Huerta discusses a recent fire at Lineage Cold Storage in Boyle Heights, emphasizing the health risks posed by chemicals released during the incident. Barbara reports on the ongoing dangers from smoke and chemicals, urging residents to stay indoors and seek medical attention if affected. She shares information about legal resources and community meetings to address the situation. The broadcast also touches on the need for community organization and responsibility in addressing local issues.
Insurgencia Feminina - Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Oninye Ageri discusses the current energy and economic crisis in Cuba, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions and a reliance on imported oil. Ageri states that the situation has led to widespread blackouts affecting daily life for Cubans. Ageri also highlights an upcoming event in Los Angeles aimed at supporting Cuba, which will feature discussions on the new Family Code that expands rights for LGBTQ individuals and various family structures. The event is organized by the Harriet Tubman Center for Social Justice and aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by Cuba due to the embargo.
Insurgencia Feminina - Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Anet Feliz Aguilar and Cristian Solís Elías welcome Natividad Gómez Méndez and Yolotzin Zamora Méndez to discuss the strong relationship between bees and women in Mexican agriculture, particularly in the context of World Bee Day. Alicia Juárez Villa explains that meliponiculture is not just an economic activity but a way to care for bodies and territories. The segment also covers the impact of industrial pig farms on bee populations and local water sources in Yucatán, highlighting the community's resistance against these threats. Álvaro Salgado discusses the importance of protecting traditional beekeeping practices against industrial agriculture.