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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	EXCLUSIVE: Interview With Randy Villegas, Candidate for CA-22 \| Sons of the Valley	17 Oct 2026	00:23:50
Mike Madrid presents Sons of the Valley - the Central Valley of California and the Rio Grande Valley of Texas are playing key roles in the upcoming midterm elections. This episode features an interview with Central Valley native and CA-22 candidate Randy Villegas on what it means to be from the valley and how his campaign is doing politics differently. In This Episode: 0:00 Intro 2:30 Randy Villegas Interview 5:06 Doing politics differently: communities v.s. corporate interests, not right v.s. Left 7:04 What it means to be from the valley & growing up in the community 10:25 Democratic success in a conservative district: what’s happening? 16:16 What Randy’s future America looks like 17:38 Sons of the Valley: Randy Villegas and Bobby Pulido’s valley origins and uncompromising values - Recorded October 4, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Follow the Money: Midterm Trends, Campaign Spending, & Election Forecasts	15 Oct 2026	00:18:58
Chuck Rocha comes to you from the road this week to analyze campaign spending, rallies, and ads for the upcoming midterm elections. Also stay tuned to the channel for more content coming this week! In This Episode: 0:00 Intro 2:28 Republicans pulling money from races - what this tells us about the midterms 7:36 JD Vance in Tyler, TX and Trump in Alaska expose the moving goal line for Republicans 11:11 Closing ads highlighting cost and corruption 15:17 Keeping up leading up to the election - Recorded October 14, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode: PBS - Republicans retreat from battleground districts as lines shift in House races: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/republicans-retreat-from-battleground-districts-as-lines-shift-in-house-races ABC 7 KLTV - Vice President JD Vance stumps at historic GOP midterm rally in Tyler: https://www.kltv.com/2026/10/13/vice-president-jd-vance-bring-gop-campaign-push-tyler-through-historic-midterm-rally/ Nuestro PAC (nuestropac.com) on Twitter: https://x.com/NuestroPAC/status/2110363203418886652 Donate to Nuestro PAC to get Chuck’s ad on air: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/nuestropac Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Midterm Elections & South Florida Politics with WSJ’s Sabrina Rodriguez	09 Oct 2026	00:44:28
Sabrina Rodriguez, reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins Chuck and Mike this week to discuss the midterms and her latest work from her home in South Florida. Listen in to hear what she’s seeing in her work around the country. In This Episode: 0:00 Intro 1:49 Sabrina’s WSJ reporting & the South Florida political climate 7:12 Texas to Florida - is the Latino vote a monolith? 14:52 Reporting on the Latino community: the new hot thing + what are people missing 22:29 Campaign ad spending & ad efficacy 31:10 Young voters in Florida: top issues & who will solve them 37:52 The Latino dealignment’s consequences for the 2028 presidential elections 40:08 Upcoming stories and what will a WSJ reporter be looking for during the midterms - Recorded October 7, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode WSJ/Sabrina Rodriguez - I Went Home to Miami to See How Hispanic Voters Feel About Trump and Immigration: https://www.wsj.com/video/i-went-home-to-miami-to-see-how-hispanic-voters-feel-about-trump-and-immigration/762E1D8A-E279-46BA-AE88-3EB8C05A560B CBS - Ad by state Sen. Angela Paxton in the Texas Senate race splitting some Republicans: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/campaign-ad-angela-paxton-ken-paxton-texas-senate-race-republicans/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Midterm Races Remain Close Despite Gerrymandering: Latino Voters are Driving Change	02 Oct 2026	00:38:21
Polls are showing close races and Dems leading in districts that Republicans expected to be easy wins. Chuck and Mike walk you through the trends that reflect this and how the Latino vote will shape the midterm elections. In This Episode: Latino working-class voters are moving the polls in marginal races Redistricting and the midterm landscape in R states Latinos are voting as a block in the midterm elections + reporting on Latino voters Campaign ads, messaging, and spending Looking forward: Mike with Randy Villegas and Bernie Sanders + Mike’s Sons of the Valley - Recorded September 30, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode WSJ - I Went Home to Miami to See How Hispanic Voters Feel About Trump and Immigration: https://www.wsj.com/video/i-went-home-to-miami-to-see-how-hispanic-voters-feel-about-trump-and-immigration/762E1D8A-E279-46BA-AE88-3EB8C05A560B Mike Madrid on X - https://x.com/madrid_mike/status/2104944951180300477?s=20 Texas Monthly/Jack Herrera - The War for the Rio Grande: https://www.texasmonthly.com/interactive/rio-grande-water-wars/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Trump Approval Falls: Republican Warning Signs Ahead of the Midterm Elections	23 Sep 2026	00:44:15
President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have reached a historic low after he failed to deliver on campaign promises. Chuck and Mike are back together to talk about the implications of this for the midterm elections. In This Episode: Hispanic polling and dealignment is going mainstream Massive swings in Latino vote continue to show in midterms Trump dragging down Republican party in upcoming elections Trump’s last minute spending: will it make a difference? Looking forward: Randy Villegas interview Trump’s banning of news outlets and UN speech - Recorded September 23, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode: Ads referenced by Chuck: TX-15 - Bobby Pulido Positive Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zjqz1xHdgY HMP Record Infame: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqO7Ptcu9uA AZ-06 - Campaign Joana Mendoza Positive Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozc1dkih0aM HMP: Juan Ciscomani No podemos esperar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWPlhZKf3To CO-08 - Manny Rutniel Positive Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eODWeECvhUw HMP: Gabe Evans Negative Con Miedo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Yv9KWbXm1s CA-22 - Randy Villegas Positive Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mliK-Igp6k8 UUAF Negative Ad: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Db_Rqf3BSIn/?stkn=bG5zaDg0N3YwZTAx The Hill - Trump’s approval plunges into the 20s, and Republicans give up: https://thehill.com/opinion/campaign/6104722-trump-approval-low-gop/ The Washington Post - Trump, Republicans launch ad blitz for midterms as races favor Democrats: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/09/21/maga-inc-other-trump-linked-groups-plan-ad-blitz-boost-republicans-midterm/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latino Voters Could Shape the Midterms: Turnout and Changing Party Trends	17 Sep 2026	00:49:54
Chuck Rocha takes over the podcast today to talk about new polling, strategy, and midterm news. He is joined by Michael Frias, CEO of data analytics firm Catalist who gives his insight on voter trends and strategies for the upcoming elections. In This Episode: Voter anxiety continues to lead voters away from Republicans in the midterms Trump announces he will be spending >$130 million on midterm elections Gina Hinojosa running close race with three term incumbent Governor Abbott in Texas Polls show Latinos going back to Dems while Latino voter turnout is up in Midterm primaries Erosion in Trump support from younger voters & younger voters of color Key to upcoming elections: persuasion - targeting young, infrequent voters - Recorded September 16, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode NYT - Trump Plans Blitz of $138 Million and Counting to Save Midterm Republicans: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/us/politics/trump-maga-inc-midterm-spending.html KXAN Austin - New poll shows Hinojosa ahead of Abbott for first time, Talarico leads Paxton: https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/new-poll-shows-hinojosa-ahead-of-abbott-for-first-time-talarico-leads-paxton/ NYT - Democrats Gain Edge as Trump Drags Down G.O.P., New Poll Finds: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/us/politics/trump-midterm-election-poll.html - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Republicans Under Pressure in Battleground Seats: What 2026 Midterm Polling Shows	10 Sep 2026	00:37:44
Chuck and Mike keep you up to date on the latest in midterm election developments. Listen to their thoughts about new data on Latino voters, the first Republican midterm convention, and their predictions on battleground races. In This Episode Chuck’s visit to Jackson campaign in Maine & the Maine midterm landscape Battleground polling of Latinos shows broad and deep shift away from Republicans 2026 election lesson: Latino independent voters are key Trumpapalooza: first ever Republican midterm convention Deportation anxieties, economic stress, and Daysi’s story Expanding Senate map - Arkansas, Kansas, Nebraska - Recorded September 9, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode Axios - Exclusive poll: GOP's gains among Latinos fade in House battlegrounds: https://www.axios.com/2026/09/08/poll-latino-voters-trump-gains-fade NPR - Republicans kick off a 'Trumpapalooza' of a midterm convention Wednesday in Texas: https://www.npr.org/2026/09/09/nx-s1-5961045/republican-midterm-convention-dallas-trump-vance The New Yorker - A Political Operative on the Verge of Self-Deportation: https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/a-political-operative-on-the-verge-of-self-deportation - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Democrats Gain Momentum Ahead of 2026 Midterms as Republican Support Falls: How Far Can They Go?	02 Sep 2026	00:28:34
Polling on the 2026 Midterm elections shows big gains for Democrats as Trump causes chaos for the economy. Chuck and Mike talk about how Democrats can take advantage of Republican blunders and how Republicans seek to stop them. In this Episode: Midterm polling: Trump’s poor economy shows consequences for Republicans, mimicking the 2024 Biden drag New developments in Trump’s continued attempts at suppression of mail-in voting Democrats take advantage of Trump’s collapsing support, setting eyes on R +12, 15, 16 seats New poll shows corruption as major issue on minds of most Americans Will Trump use his PAC to save Republican seats? - Recorded September 2, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode House Majority PAC - HMP Poll: Leela Gray LEADS Anna Paulina Luna in FL-13: https://www.thehousemajoritypac.com/news/hmp-poll-leela-gray-leads-anna-paulina-luna-in-fl-13 YouGov - A rising share of Americans say the economy is getting worse: https://yougov.com/en-us/articles/54815-a-rising-share-of-americans-say-the-economy-is-getting-worse CNN - USPS whistleblower describes new plans for voting by mail hidden from the public: https://www.cnn.com/2026/09/01/politics/usps-whistleblower-mail-ballot-rules-trump Daily Mail - Embattled Republican Ken Paxton makes embarrassing Four Seasons gaffe while campaigning in Texas: https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16093391/Embattled-Republican-Ken-Paxton-Four-Seasons.html Gallup - Record-High 89% in U.S. Say Government Corruption Widespread: https://news.gallup.com/poll/713933/record-high-say-government-corruption-widespread.aspx - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Texas Politics and the 2026 Midterm Elections: What the Texas Landscape Tells Us	26 Aug 2026	00:49:36
Texas is shaping up to have some of the most highly anticipated races in this year’s midterm elections. Chuck and Mike discuss the strategy, polling, and culture behind these races and their significance for the country. In This Episode: Beeville, Texas: Mike’s experience of politics in small town Texas Bobby Pulido and the importance of local culture in Texas elections Four Latino candidates to watch: TX-15 Bobby Pulido, CO-8 Manny Rutinel, CA-22 Randy Villegas, AZ-6 JoAnna Mendoza The Sun Belt opportunity for Democrats Polls show growing issue in American minds: corruption James Talarico strategy: messaging on corruption - Recorded August 26, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode Mike Madrid on Substack: https://substack.com/@madridmike Latinos in contested congressional races: Bobby Pulido: https://www.bobbypulidofortexas.com/ Manny Rutinel: https://www.mannyforcolorado.com/ Randy Villegas: https://www.villegasforcongress.com/ JoAnna Mendoza: https://www.joannamendoza.com/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Running in a Gerrymandered Texas: Johnny Garcia on His Mission to Keep TX-35 Blue After Texas Redistricting	21 Aug 2026	00:39:53
Despite Texas Republicans’ attempts to push Democrats out of seats through redistricting, Texas Dems continue to fight. Sheriff Johnny Garcia is one of those candidates, running for the seat in Texas’ 35th Congressional District. In This Episode: Sheriff Johnny Garcia’s background and why he’s running Dynamics running as a law enforcement officer in the Democratic Party What the swinging Texas vote tells us about what Texans want from politics Bending politics to the culture, not the culture to the politics Texas competitive race strategy, messaging, and predictions - Recorded August 20, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode: BallotPedia - Redistricting in Texas ahead of the 2026 elections: https://ballotpedia.org/Redistricting_in_Texas_ahead_of_the_2026_elections Johnny Garcia Campaign Website: votejohnnygarcia.com - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The Latino Working Class: New Polling Data Reveals Top Issues, Opinions, and More	12 Aug 2026	00:49:18
With Chuck on vacation in Alaska, Mike has the stage to himself. He gives his thoughts on up and coming Latino leaders, modern-day voter suppression, and polling data from his brand new poll with David Binder. In This Episode: Looking forward: interviews with top Latino candidates in battleground districts Emerging stars of the Latino narrative Closed primaries: modern-day Latino voter suppression New polling data: Latino’s top issues, government and politician opinions, thoughts on affordability California’s problem: leaving the Latino working class behind - Recorded August 12, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode: The Sacramento Bee - California’s Latino voters matter — and some insiders want to shut them out: https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article316626339.html Los Angeles Times - Where is L.A.’s homeless money going? $1.6 million over 2 years to shelter CEO offers a glimpse: https://www.latimes.com/california/newsletter/2026-08-12/where-is-all-of-l-a-s-homelessness-money-going-1-6-million-payout-to-shelter-ceo-tells-part-of-story Latino Working Class Project: https://latinoworkingclass.com/ NEW POLL - California Latino Voter Poll: August 2026: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oKcANAssPRQSr4AJDOTLGWwisvTYVpxy/view?usp=sharing - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Don’t Miss These Races + Insights from Abdul El-Sayed’s Success and Other Midterm Developments So Far	05 Aug 2026	00:38:07
It is an exciting time for Latino candidates and Chuck and Mike have a list of races to look out for. As primaries are called and midterm elections draw nearer, they give their insight into race results and the data behind it all. In This Episode: Michigan Democratic Senate primary - Abdul Al-Sayed’s victory Polling misses, partisan polls, and predictive betting markets Not ideology, populism as the commonality The lessening importance of money in races Races to follow - Latinos running in marginal seats against Republican incumbents TX-15: Bobby Pulido, www.bobbypulidofortexas.com AZ-6: JoAnna Mendoza, www.joannamendoza.com CO-8: Manny Rutinel, www.mannyforcolorado.com CA-22: Randy Villegas, www.villegasforcongress.com DCCC target list expansion - Recorded August 5, 2026 - Referenced in This Episode NBC - Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, notching a Midwest victory for the left: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/abdul-el-sayed-wins-michigans-democratic-senate-primary-notching-midwe-rcna589750 Mike Madrid on Substack - Lies, Damn Lies and Polls: https://greattransformation.substack.com/p/lies-damn-lies-and-polls The Hill - House Democrats add 12 GOP seats to target list: https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/6009504-house-democrats-offensive-targets-gop-seats/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	EXCLUSIVE: NM Speaker Javier Martínez on the Importance of Organizing and New Mexico’s Role in Shaping the Political Landscape	31 Jul 2026	00:43:16
Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid are excited to have a conversation with New Mexico Speaker Javier Martínez. From energy, to universal childcare, to organizing vs. advocacy, Speaker Martínez breaks down what it takes to run the state of New Mexico and how it may guide politics more broadly. In This Episode: NALEO recap Speaker Martínez’ background and origins in politics Speaker Martinez on the value of organizers and his journey to Speaker Proactive organizing strategy and the success of universal childcare in New Mexico Balancing New Mexico’s oil industry with renewable energy initiatives and using oil money to invest in the community New Mexico’s role in the Democrat’s 2028 primary calendar New Mexico Latino community’s driving issues - Recorded July 31, 2026 - Referenced in this Episode: The New York Times - Who Wins (and Who Loses) in the Democrats’ New 2028 Primary Calendar?: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/28/us/politics/democrats-2028-primary-calendar.html Find Speaker Javier Martinez @javierfornm on social media and at javiermartinezfornewmexico.com - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Live From NALEO: The Power of the Latino Vote	25 Jul 2026	00:56:46
Chuck and Mike are at NALEO for a live taping of the Latino Vote Podcast! They discuss new data on the Latino vote and look into the future of Latino dealignment. Also, stay tuned to The Latino Vote Podcast YouTube channel for a special episode on their Los Angeles Mexican food experience! In This Episode: NALEO 50th anniversary Data and analysis on Latino voting patterns Working class anxieties and populist disruption California politics: the new frontier from representation to results Trend predictions and the power of the Latino vote Q&A - Recorded July 15, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latino Identity in America: How Do We Perceive Ourselves?	10 Jul 2026	00:36:58
New Pew Research report shows growing pessimism about Latino identity and a partisan split in how identity is viewed. Mike and Chuck offer their thoughts on this and more… In This Episode ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, TX New Pew Research report on Latino American identity Campaign strategy: current money allocation is not working Graham Platner campaign suspended in Maine NALEO Conference in Los Angeles and 50th anniversary - Recorded July 9, 2026 - Referenced In This Episode: CNN - ICE officer fatally shoots man while conducting traffic stop in Houston, agency says: https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/07/us/houston-ice-shooting-death Pew Research Center - U.S. Hispanics Are Divided on Whether Their Identity Helps or Hurts Them in America: https://www.pewresearch.org/race-and-ethnicity/2026/07/09/u-s-hispanics-are-divided-on-whether-their-identity-helps-or-hurts-them-in-america/ The Guardian - Graham Platner ends Maine Senate campaign after sexual assault allegation: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/08/graham-platner-maine-senate-campaign - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The Populist Moment: What Voters Are Really Looking For	30 Jun 2026	00:49:13
As far-left progressive Democrats find success in the primaries and incumbents are unseated, a new political landscape reveals itself. Chuck and Mike discuss what is driving voters this way and what this means for future campaigns. In This Episode: Latino Vote Summit Recap and looking forward to NALEO Chuck’s experience at the Texas Democratic Convention Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballots and its anticipated impacts Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Espaillat loss to DSA candidate in New York Elections to watch in Colorado - Recorded June 29, 2026 - Referenced in this Episode: Associated Press - Supreme Court rules states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting Trump-led challenge https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-mailed-ballots-trump-elections-5f24f718ea92a33838485ce6302e079e Daily Beast - Married MAGA Candidate Caught With Latest Mistress: https://www.thedailybeast.com/trump-endorsed-ken-paxton-caught-with-latest-mistress-tracy-duhon/ The Hill - New York progressive sweep sparks reckoning as Hispanic caucus loses Espaillat: https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5941619-hispanic-caucus-espaillat-new-york-primary/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The Latino Vote Summit: Shaping the Future of the Latino Agenda	17 Jun 2026	00:31:21
Chuck and Mike are back from their break and excited to share more information about the Latino Vote Summit on June 23rd. In this episode, they’ll dive into what you can expect from this event: what will be going on, who you will see there, and plans for future events. The Summit offers a unique opportunity for leaders and organizers from both sides of the aisle to share their perspectives on major issues facing Americans. You’ll want to hear what they have to say about the economy, immigration, healthcare, and more. - Recorded June 17, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	California Governor's Race Latino Vote Update: Xavier Becerra vs. Steyer's $200M Machine	20 May 2026	00:44:15
Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid break down the seismic California Governor's race, where Xavier Becerra is surging despite being outspent 150-to-1 by billionaire Tom Steyer, who has already burned through $200 million, roughly $166 per vote. They unpack Steyer's undisclosed influencer campaign flooding Latino social media, what it means for the integrity of political messaging, and why Latino voters in California are rallying behind Xavier Becerra anyway. Plus: Trump's cognitive decline - Can Democrats raise the age issue after defending Biden? California primaries to watch - Linda Sanchez, Hilda Solis, and the LA Mayor's race (Karen Bass vs. Spencer Pratt) Post-Supreme Court redistricting fallout - How states like Tennessee and Florida are already redrawing lines to dilute Latino and Black voting power New Jersey's newest Congresswoman - A heartfelt moment with Rep. Anna Lilia Mejia LIVE at NALEO - The podcast is recording LIVE on July 15 at the NALEO Annual Conference in Los Angeles Latino Vote Summit - June 23 in D.C., featuring Sen. Ruben Gallego - Recorded May 15, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: The Washington Post - California gubernatorial candidate under investigation over payments to influencers: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2026/05/15/tom-steyers-influencer-campaign-triggers-california-investigation-over-undisclosed-posts/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Supreme Court GUTS the Voting Rights Act: What It Means for Latino Political Power	14 May 2026	00:45:33
Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid break down the Supreme Court's landmark ruling on Section 2 of the 1964 Voting Rights Act... and what it means for Latino political power across America. Mike tried to sound the alarms on this ruling back in October. Now the bomb has gone off. With 56 Latino members of Congress and dozens of race-based districts in jeopardy, both Republicans and Democrats are about to learn a hard lesson about taking the Latino vote for granted. In this episode: Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act & racial redistricting explained What this means for Latino and Black congressional seats across the country Texas, Florida, & California redistricting Are Latinos a partisan voting bloc? The Florida Senate race to watch: Alex Vindman vs. a Trump-backed Republican Recap of the White House Correspondents' Dinner & the scary security incident Check your emails: Latino Vote Summit — June 23rd in Washington, D.C. - Recorded April 29, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: SCOTUSblog - In major Voting Rights Act case, Supreme Court strikes down redistricting map challenged as racially discriminatory: https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/04/in-major-voting-rights-act-case-supreme-court-strikes-down-redistricting-map-challenged-as-racia/ EMC Research - Results from California Voter Survey: https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000019d-d6b0-d895-affd-d6f14bee0000 Advocate - Inside Grindr’s WHCD party, which was so packed it ran low on alcohol: https://www.advocate.com/politics/national/inside-grindr-whcd-party - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	EXCLUSIVE: Antonio Villaraigosa on Running for CA Governor & Reclaiming the Latino Vote	08 May 2026	00:50:16
Former LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa joins Mike Madrid and Chuck for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the California Governor's race, the Democratic Party's broken relationship with Latino working-class voters, and what it will take to win them back. Villaraigosa doesn't just take on Trump, he challenges his own party. From ICE raids tearing families apart, to gas prices crushing Latino workers, to Democrats protecting sacred cows instead of their own constituents — this candidate for California Governor pulls no punches. Topics covered: Why Villaraigosa is running for California Governor in 2026 How the Democratic Party is losing Latino and working-class vote His plan to push back on ICE raids and protect immigrant communities Growing up in Boyle Heights and the birth of the Chicano civil rights movement Marching with César Chávez and Dolores Huerta — and his thoughts on the controversy Why being pro-worker AND pro-business is the only path forward California's affordability crisis and how it affects Latinos. - Referenced in the episode: Bay Area Council Economic Institute - THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF MASS DEPORTATION IN CALIFORNIA: https://www.bayareaeconomy.org/files/pdf/Economic%20Impact%20of%20Mass%20Deportation_June%202025.pdf Public Policy Institute of California - Business Regulation and Business Starts in California: https://www.ppic.org/publication/business-regulation-and-business-starts-in-california/ UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute - Gasoline Costs and Affordability Pressures in California: Impacts on Latino Households: https://latino.ucla.edu/research/gas-costs-affordability-impacts-on-latino-households-ca/ - Recorded, April 24, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	NYT Reporter Jazmine Ulloa on "El Paso," the Border Story America Gets Wrong	06 May 2026	00:46:57
America thinks it knows the story of the border. According to New York Times political reporter and author Jazmine Ulloa, it doesn't. Jazmine joins Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid to discuss her groundbreaking new book El Paso — part memoir, part history, part love story — and why the city at the heart of America's immigration debate has been misread, misrepresented, and misused for decades. Jazmine was sitting in a movie theater when her phone wouldn't stop buzzing. The 2019 El Paso mass shooting, a racially motivated attack three minutes from where she went to high school, became the catalyst for a book years in the making. Through the stories of five families who crossed through El Paso dating back to the Mexican Revolution, Jazmine dismantles the myth of the "Hispanic invasion" and reveals a city that existed long before the United States did. From the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo to family separations under the bridge, from Los Niños Héroes to the rise of the grand replacement theory, El Paso makes the case that this isn't a border crisis. It's a mirror. Chuck and Mike also dig into the California Governor's race, breaking down the Eric Swalwell implosion, Xavier Becerra's surge among working-class Latino voters, and why with early ballots dropping in two weeks, the real election has already begun. In This Episode: How the 2019 El Paso shooting launched Jazmine's journey to write the book Why El Paso, not Ellis Island, is the true lens for understanding American immigration Nativism, xenophobia and the grand replacement theory: what history actually shows Why working-class Latinos feel abandoned by both political parties The California Governor's race: Becerra, Swalwell, Villaraigosa and early voting is right around the corner Latino Vote Summit: June 23rd, Washington D.C. - We highly recommend Jazmine's book: El Paso: Five Families and One Hundred Years of Blood, Migration, Race, and Memory. Buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/El-Paso-Families-Hundred-Migration/dp/0593471865 - Recorded April 22, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: The New York Times - A Startlingly Vivid Portrait of El Paso, and of America: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/01/books/review/el-paso-jazmine-ulloa.html Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Fixing Congress for Working-Class Power with Hector de la Torre \| Latino Vote: Voices	25 Apr 2026	00:59:57
Mike Madrid sits down with longtime California leader Hector De La Torre Romo for a powerful conversation on public service, immigration, corruption, and the future of working-class Latino communities. Hector shares the remarkable story of his parents' journey from a dirt-floor shack in Guadalajara to a working-class home in Southgate, CA... and how their struggle shaped everything he's become. From translating real estate documents as a seven-year-old to serving in the California State Assembly, Hector shares a deeply personal story shaped by faith, struggle, and a relentless commitment to justice. His story is the Latino story. They dive into: The Latino migration experience through the gateway cities of Southeast LA County How the closing of GM and Firestone plants transformed Southgate from 70% white to 80% Latino in just one decade The shocking Southgate corruption scandal, and how Hector risked his life to fight it His surprising family connection to Santo Toribio Romo, the patron saint of migrants Why Mexican Catholicism is rooted in social justice, not social conservatism His vision for Congress: Medicare buy-in reform, healthcare transparency, and government ethics How Democrats can counter Trump's narrative with an affirmative agenda The truth about ICE detention and the U.S. citizens being swept up in enforcement Now Hector de la Torre is running for Congress in California's newly created 41st district. CA 41 is a blue-collar, majority-Latino seat that reflects the heart of Latino America. Learn about Hector's campaign by visiting: https://www.hectordelatorreforcongress.com/ - Recorded April 10, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	EXCLUSIVE: Xavier Becerra on His Stunning Rise in California's Governor's Race	22 Apr 2026	00:18:24
Mike Madrid sits down one-on-one with Xavier Becerra, the frontrunning Democratic candidate for California Governor, for a candid conversation about the week that catapulted him to the top of the race. Secretary Becerra opens up about: His sudden surge to the front of the Democratic primary field What the Latino and working-class vote means for California's future The biggest rally of his political career — and what it told him about the electorate Why this moment in California could have major implications for the rest of the nation Plus, Mike shares on-the-ground insights from hundreds of voters who are fueling Becerra's rise — and why the polls completely missed it. - Catch Mike's behind-the-scenes visit to Becerra's campaign rally: https://youtu.be/X5ENv7oaVuU?si=Zf_ltHVv4fUMtbjI - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latino Voters Are ROARING Back: Special Election Upsets & 17 Toss-Up Midterm Races	15 Apr 2026	00:51:18
Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid are back together for a must-see episode. The data is undeniable: Latino voters are shifting away from the Republican Party at historic speed, and the 2026 midterms may be more consequential for the Latino community than any election in recent memory. Chuck and Mike break down the explosive overperformance by Democrats in recent special elections, including a 23-point swing in the Marjorie Taylor Greene seat in Georgia and a 56-point shift in heavily Latino precincts in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Then they go district by district through Cook Political Report's 17 toss-up House seats, showing how the Latino vote will be the margin of victory in the majority of them. Also the Latino Vote Summit is scheduled for June 23 in Washington D.C. If you are interested in sponsoring (or attending), email us at latinovotepodcast@gmail.com. - Recorded April 8, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter - 2026 CPR House Race Ratings: https://www.cookpolitical.com/ratings/house-race-ratings Georgia Secretary of State Website - Georgia Election Results April 7, 2026 – Special Election: https://results.sos.ga.gov/results/public/Georgia/elections/40726SpecialElection NBC News - Wisconsin State Supreme Court Results 2026: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-elections/wisconsin-state-supreme-court-results - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Trump Receives Worst Approval Ratings in U.S. History as Voters Prepare for the 2026 Midterm Showdown	08 Apr 2026	00:44:42
Mike Madrid flies solo this week, and delivers one of the most data-packed, unfiltered episodes yet. No Chuck Rocha means no filter. Just raw polling analysis and the hard truths about what the numbers mean for Latino voters heading into the 2026 midterms. Mike breaks down why Donald Trump is polling at historic lows. TRUMP'S WORST APPROVAL RATING EVER. Worse than Nixon during Watergate, worse than Biden at his worst, and worse than any second-term president in modern polling history. He digs into new data showing Trump underwater on every major issue, with immigration remaining his only relative strength. And even that is slipping. With all this bad news, Mike ponders how this effects the 2026 midterms and whether Democrats are on track for a major wave election. But the real fire comes in the second half. Mike takes on both parties for failing Latino voters, with tons of evidence to back it. A Los Angeles Times article (depicting recent UC Berkeley data) shows working-class Latinos are leaving California over affordability. New data documenting persistent housing and wage gaps (UCLA LPPI research), and the fact that over half of Latino children in California are enrolled in Medi-Cal (Population Reference Bureau). He asks the uncomfortable question: if Latinos have the political power to change all of this, why aren't their own elected officials using it? - Recorded April 3, 2026. - Referenced in the episode: CNN poll conducted by SSRS Trump approval economy G. Elliott Morris / Silver Bulletin - The six big events that have dragged down Donald Trump's approval rating: https://www.gelliottmorris.com/p/2026-04-03-cotw-trump-approval-changepoints-analysis Newsweek - Republicans Brace for Midterms Massacre: https://www.newsweek.com/republicans-brace-for-midterms-massacre-11771849 Los Angeles Times - Life after California: People find dramatically lower costs, are more likely to buy homes, new data show: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-03-31/life-after-california-people-find-dramatically-lower-costs-buy-homes-new-research-shows Population Reference Bureau - Medi-Cal Average Monthly Enrollment, by Race/Ethnicity: https://kidsdata.org/topic/735/medi-cal-monthly-enrollment-race/trend#fmt=2337&loc=2&tf=67,165&ch=10&pdist=73 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Bobby Pulido on Winning Texas-15 Democratic Primary, the Quinceañera Strategy, & Uplifting the Latino Vote	30 Mar 2026	00:44:43
Tejano music star Bobby Pulido (José Roberto Pulido Jr.) returns to the Latino Vote Podcast after securing the 2026 Democratic Primary win for Texas's 15th congressional district to discuss why his campaign is turning heads across the country. Bobby breaks down how how his campaign turned a political attack about quinceañeras into a viral movement with over 2,000 families inviting him to celebrate with them, why rapid response and instinct matter more than focus groups, and how his team has kept Republican incumbent Monica de la Cruz on defense from day one. In this episode: How Bobby Pulido went from singer to congressional candidate in South Texas The quinceañera attack that backfired on Monica de la Cruz — and how Bobby owned it Bobby's responses to recent ICE detaining including the teenage mariachi brothers Why Democrats should champion God, Family, and Country The Latino voter shift: Trump regret, tariffs, and what's actually moving voters in 2026 How Bobby plans to win young Latino men back The Latino Vote Summit: June 23rd in Washington, D.C. - Recorded March 25, 2026 - Support Bobby Pulido's Campaign: https://bobbypulidofortexas.com - Referenced this episode: The New York Times - Texas 15th Congressional District Primary Election Results: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-us-house-15-primary.html mitú - Bobby Pulido Took His Campaign to Quinceañeras and People Are Loving It: https://wearemitu.com/wearemitu/news/bobby-pulido-people-over-party-campaign/ CBS News - ICE detention of South Texas mariachi band teen brothers sparks bipartisan backlash: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/ice-detention-teen-brothers-south-texas-mariachi-band-bipartisan-backlash/ El Paso Times - Hinojosa polling strong in red Texas districts, Abbott touts border security: https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/03/12/texas-governors-race-how-is-gina-hinojosa-doing-in-election-polls/89117713007/ The New York Times - Florida Special Election Results: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-florida-special-march-24.html - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	César Chávez Scandal & Illinois Primary Exposes Political Blind Spot	20 Mar 2026	00:53:22
Breaking news shakes the Latino community as a bombshell New York Times investigation into César Chávez forces a major moment of reckoning. Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid react in real time and unpack what these disturbing allegations mean for Latino political identity, labor history, and how we honor movements without deifying individuals. Then, the guys break down the Illinois Senate primary results: Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton edges out Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi in a stunning upset — and Chuck is fired up that in a race where $50 MILLION was spent, virtually nothing went toward Spanish-language Latino outreach. They compare it directly to the winning strategy used in Texas and explain exactly why Democrats keep making the same mistake. Plus — Republicans are quietly panicking. New focus groups and internal polling show the GOP may be in serious trouble with Latino voters after their post-election honeymoon collapsed in record time. And finally, Chuck and Mike make their BIGGEST announcement yet: The Latino Vote Summit is happening June 23rd in Washington, D.C. — an invite-only, one-day convening of Latino leaders across business, labor, and politics. Don't miss how to get on the list. - Recorded March 18, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: The New York Times - Cesar Chavez, a Civil Rights Icon, Is Accused of Abusing Girls for Years: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/18/us/cesar-chavez-sexual-abuse-allegations-ufw.html The New York Times - Who Is Dolores Huerta, the Activist Accusing Chavez?: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/18/us/dolores-huerta-cesar-chavez-allegations-ufw.html NPR - Illinois Primary Election Results 2026: https://apps.npr.org/primary-election-results-2026/states/IL.html NPR - Democrats set a turnout record in Texas, so is this the year it turns blue?: https://www.npr.org/2026/03/13/nx-s1-5745932/texas-primary-democrats-turnout-talarico-crockett Punchbowl News - The Latino vote could crush Republicans: https://punchbowl.news/article/house/latino-vote-gop/ Statement from the UFW Foundation: https://ufwfoundation.org/statement-from-the-ufw-foundation - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	New Poll Reveals What Latino Voters REALLY Care About in 2026 \| With TelevisaUnivision CEO Daniel Alegre	13 Mar 2026	00:43:37
In this must-watch episode, hosts Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid sit down with Daniel Alegre, CEO of TelevisaUnivision, the largest Latino media network in the United States, to break down the freshest polling data on what's driving Latino voters heading into the 2026 midterm elections. Daniel shares brand-new polling conducted with Harris that reveals: 📊 76% of Latino voters say cost of living and inflation are their top concern 📊 82% of Latinos believe their vote is a critically deciding factor in elections 📊 50% of all new voter registrations are Hispanic — and that number is accelerating The conversation gets into exactly where campaigns go wrong — from last-minute Spanish-language ad buys to ignoring the community entirely — and what campaigns like Ruben Gallego's, and James Talarico's did right to win the Latino vote. Topics Covered: Why affordability, cost of living, and inflation dominate Latino voter priorities How 50% of new voters in recent elections are Latino The role of Spanish-language media like Univision in shaping political messaging Why the Latino vote could decide key races in California, Texas, Arizona, and Florida - Recorded March 11, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: New TelevisaUnivision & Harris Texas Latino Voter Study - HIGHLIGHTS MAJORS STRATEGIC DISCONNECT BETWEEN ELECTED LEADERS AND HISPANIC VOTERS IN TEXAS: https://corporate.televisaunivision.com/tu-harris-poll-texas/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	How the Latino Vote Shaped the Texas Primary \| Talarico vs Crockett & the 2026 Latino Surge	05 Mar 2026	00:33:43
The Latino vote just reshaped the Texas Democratic primary—and the political establishment still doesn’t fully understand why. In this episode of the Latino Vote Podcast, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid break down the stunning results from the Texas primary and what they reveal about the growing power of Latino voters in American politics. From record Latino turnout in the Rio Grande Valley and Houston to the campaign strategy that powered James Talarico’s victory, this episode dives into the data, the messaging, and the ground game that actually moved voters. Chuck shares behind-the-scenes insights from the campaign: 28,000 volunteers mobilized 4.7 million peer-to-peer texts 100,000+ door conversations Millions invested in Spanish-language media and culturally targeted outreach Mike and Chuck also discuss: The 60-40 Latino split that determined the Talarico-Crockett race Why cultural competency and early outreach matter The emerging national Latino voting trend heading into 2026 What a new California Latino voter poll reveals about the governor’s race Are Latino voters becoming the most powerful swing voting bloc in American politics? We told you that 2026 was our year. - Recorded March 5, 2026. - Referenced in the episode: The New York Times - 'How Latino Voters Helped Talarico Win in Texas': https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/03/04/us/elections/texas-primary-talarico-crockett-results-votes.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share CBS News - 'Julie Johnson, Colin Allred advance to runoff in Texas' 33rd Congressional District Democratic primary': https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/texas-33rd-district-democratic-primary-results-allred-johnson/ California Governor’s Race 2026 – Likely Latino Voters by David Binder Research: https://latinos.vote/posts-pollresults-cagovernor-mar2026/ Politico - 'GOP targets California for ballot fight on voter ID': https://www.politico.com/news/2026/03/02/california-voter-id-00807437 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latino Vote Texas \| Substack Live Recording	04 Mar 2026	00:45:16
For those of you who missed it, we hosted a live recording on our Substack, Monday, March 2nd. We appreciate everyone who joined and offered their input! - Recording a day before the Texas 2026 Primary, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid talk everything Texas. - Make sure to subscribe to our substack for in-depth articles on our episodes and to attend live recordings: https://thelatinovotepodcast.substack.com/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latinos Decide Texas. Again. Record Primary Turnout & the Talarico-Crockett Showdown	03 Mar 2026	01:08:58
Chuck and Mike meet up in Sacramento, where they just finished briefing the California Senate Democratic Caucus — and they've got a lot to say. Recorded on the night of Trump's State of the Union address, this episode covers all the big races and trends you need to watch heading into the Texas primary. The numbers out of Texas are unlike anything they've seen before: Democratic early vote is outnumbering Republicans by six figures in major counties, with 30-point swings compared to 2022. But what does it all mean? Chuck and Mike break down the historic Crockett vs. Talarico Senate race and explain why Latino voters — not Black or white voters — will be the ones deciding the outcome. They also dig into the Republican primary chaos between Cornyn and Paxton, the $100M+ already spent in what's become the most expensive Senate primary in American history, and why Bobby Polito might be the most important candidate you've never heard of. Plus: the California governor's race is more complicated than it looks, Trump's allies are sitting on a $450M war chest heading into the midterms, and young non-college-educated Latino men remain the one demographic that hasn't swung back left. Chuck and Mike tell you what to watch for on election night — and announce plans for the first-ever Latino Vote Summit in Washington, D.C. this summer. - Recorded February 24, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The 2026 Latino Vote Battlefield	24 Feb 2026	00:49:20
Chuck is back from Oaxaca — and he brought receipts. This week, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid reunite to break down the elections and dynamics that will shape the Latino political landscape heading into the 2026 midterms. They open with tributes to Jesse Jackson and Chuck's former union president John Nash, reflecting on the multiracial coalitions that have always driven real change in America. Mike drops a history lesson on the 80th anniversary of Mendez v. Westminster, the landmark school desegregation case that predated Brown v. Board of Education by eight years. Then it's all strategy: the guys dig into the Texas special elections — including the Jasmine Crockett vs. James Talarico Senate race and the fascinating three-way dynamics of the Julie Johnson vs. Colin Allred primary — before pivoting to a district-by-district breakdown of key 2026 House battlegrounds across California, Colorado, and Arizona. Mike explains the "30% magic number" — the historical threshold at which Latino population share has flipped California seats from red to blue — and asks whether that rule still holds in today's rapidly shifting electorate. If you want to understand where the 2026 midterms will really be decided, this is your battlefield briefing. The numbers. The districts. The strategy. The Latino vote isn’t an afterthought anymore. It’s the front line. - Recorded February 18, 2026 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Bad Bunny, Broken Systems, and the Latino Vote That's Rejecting Both Parties	13 Feb 2026	00:43:12
Mike Madrid flies solo to unpack the future of Latino politics — and why 2026 could mark the beginning of an entirely new chapter. From Bad Bunny’s Spanish-language Super Bowl moment to the political aftershocks of Trump 2.0, Mike breaks down what he calls a Latino inflection point: a generational shift away from blind party loyalty and toward accountability. Why are Latino voters swinging harder than any other group in America? Why are both Democrats and Republicans failing to deliver real results? And why is representation no longer enough? Mike challenges Latino elected officials across the country to stop patching up broken systems in education, housing, and economic opportunity, and instead have the courage to rebuild them entirely. His point: Latino voters may be the last true swing vote in America — not because they lack ideology, but because they’re demanding results. Are Latino voters redefining American democracy — or exposing its failures? Tune in for one of the most candid and consequential conversations of the season. - Recorded February 11, 2026. - Referenced in the episode: PPIC - 'Remedial Courses in Community Colleges are a Major Hurdle to Success': https://www.ppic.org/press-release/remedial-courses-in-community-colleges-are-major-hurdle-to-success/ PPIC - 'Remedial Education in California’s Colleges and Universities': https://www.ppic.org/publication/remedial-education-in-californias-colleges-and-universities/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Housing, Healthcare, and Hope: Texas Democrats Win Big & Can Bad Bunny Unite America	07 Feb 2026	00:45:03
Latino voters just delivered one of the biggest political shocks of the 2026 cycle — a 50+ point swing in Latino precincts in a deep-red Texas Senate district. The message is clear: Latinos are no longer loyal to either party, and they’re demanding results. Mike and Chuck dig into what’s really driving Latino voters in 2026: an aspirational, working-class agenda centered on housing, health care, and hope. They unpack why immigration enforcement, economic pain, and cultural backlash are reshaping the electorate, why Republicans are panicking, and why Democrats can’t afford to blow this second chance. The guys also preview Bad Bunny's upcoming Superbowl performance, its significant cultural reference, and the opposing alternative halftime show being pushed by MAGA Trumpers. Send us pictures of your Superbowl Halftime experience! - Recorded February 4, 2026. - Referenced in the episode: Votehub - 2026 Texas Senate District 9 Special Election Interactive Map: https://votehub.com/2026_txsd9_special ABC 7 \| WJLA - 'Snowcrete' piles persist as DC leaders push cleanup efforts forward: https://wjla.com/news/local/snowcrete-piles-dc-leaders-push-cleanup-efforts-forward-winter-snow-storm-icicy-roads-streets-public-schools-open-mayor-bowser-residents-safety-community-removal-shovel-fines-senior-housing-sidewalks-streets-dmv The Guardian - Donald Trump announces plans for Indycar race through Washington DC streets: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jan/30/trump-indycar-grand-prix-washington-dc The New York Times - Bad Bunny’s All-American, All-Spanish, All-Eyes-on-Him Super Bowl: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/06/arts/music/bad-bunny-super-bowl-halftime-show.html KTLA5 - Kid Rock lyrics about underage girls draw questions ahead of ‘faith and family’-based TPUSA show: https://ktla.com/entertainment/kid-rock-lyrics-about-underage-girls-draw-questions-ahead-of-faith-and-family-based-tpusa-show Check out the rest of the references and recent news on the latino vote on our website: https://latinos.vote/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	From Greenland to Groceries: Trump's First Year Back & The Cost of Chaos	03 Feb 2026	00:37:17
Can we really do 3 more years of this? Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid mark the one-year anniversary of Trump's second term by dissecting the chaos of his first year back in office. From the Davos speech signaling the end of American global dominance to Trump's bizarre threats against Greenland, Chuck and Mike break down how the president has squandered political capital on foreign distractions instead of addressing what voters actually care about: gas and groceries. Our hosts tackle Trump's immigration overreach, the symbolic terror of his deportation tactics, and how Democrats like Katie Porter and Abigail Spanberger are focusing on real kitchen-table issues like utility costs and childcare. Chuck shares insights from his work on James Talarico's Texas Senate race, including their strategic first ad buy during a Mexico vs. Panama soccer match, while Mike explains why this race could define Latino political identity for years to come. Plus: Chuck announces an upcoming town hall with Senator Ruben Gallego, and previews his Valentine's weekend trip to Oaxaca. Unfiltered, unadulterated, and always speaking truth to power. Enjoy this episode of the Latino Vote Podcast. - Recorded January 21, 2026 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The Situation: Gorillas, God, And the Last Swing Vote Left in America	25 Jan 2026	00:50:23
Chuck Rocha returns from his gorilla-tracking adventure in Rwanda (complete with wild stories and a new honorary tribal chief title) to dive deep with Mike Madrid into why Latino voters are uniquely positioned to reshape American politics. In this episode, Mike breaks down the stunning data showing that while other voters remain locked in partisan camps with only 2-3% swings, working-class Latinos are swinging 11-15% between elections—making them the only true swing voting bloc left in America. From kicking out Republicans across the country in 2025 to determining crucial Texas House races in March of this year, Mike and Chuck explore why Latino voters' willingness to hold politicians accountable regardless of party might be the most rational response in an otherwise polarized system. Plus: reflections on faith and politics in Latino communities, the inside story of the Jasmine Crockett-Colin Allred Senate race dynamics, and why this generational transformation will define American politics through 2050. And yes, Chuck shares what it's really like to sit face-to-face with silverback gorillas (spoiler: there's no glass between you). - Recorded: January 14, 2026 - Referenced in the episode: Check out Senator Ruben Gallego's 'Path Home' housing affordability plan video: https://x.com/SenRubenGallego/status/2011451211225166201 'Can James Talarico Reclaim Christianity for the Left?' form the Ezra Klein podcast: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-james-talarico.html - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The Latino Vote Voices: From Foster Care to the White House - Mickey Ibarra's Stories of Latino Leadership	21 Jan 2026	00:46:16
Meet Mickey Ibarra - a name that defined Latino excellence in Washington D.C. for decades. On this episode of the Latino Vote Voices: Mike Madrid sits down with the former Assistant to President Clinton who went from Utah foster care to the West Wing, and is now preserving Latino stories for future generations. Mickey opens up about his father's path from bracero worker in Oaxaca to successful small business owner in Sacramento, and how reconnecting with his Mexican heritage at age 15 transformed his life during the height of the Chicano movement in 1966. He recounts witnessing Robert F. Kennedy and Hubert Humphrey campaign in 1968, following his father's footsteps to serve in Germany during the Vietnam era, and ultimately finding his calling in public service. As founder of the Latino Leaders Network and author of the newly released "Latino Leaders Speak: Volume Two," Mickey discusses his mission to preserve and celebrate Latino success stories across all sectors of American society. He reflects on the parallels between the turbulent 1960s and today's political climate, offering wisdom on how young Latinos can navigate uncertainty and prepare for opportunities they can't yet imagine. - Recorded Jan 12, 2026. - Check out Mickey Ibarra's latest work: 'Latino Leaders Speak: Personal Stories of Struggle and Triumph, Volume II' - https://artepublicopress.com/product/latino-leaders-speak-personal-stories-of-struggle-and-triumph-volume-ii/ Latino Leaders Network Website: https://www.latinoleadersnetwork.org/latino-leaders-speak Bill Clinton's ad referenced in the episode: 'A Man From Hope' - https://mediaburn.org/videos/the-man-from-hope/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Good vs. Power: From Venezuela to Minnesota Streets.	13 Jan 2026	00:48:46
Welcome to the 2026 Season Premiere of the Latino Vote Podcast! And what a long year it has already been. Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid return from the holiday break with heavy hearts as they tackle a tumultuous start to 2026. Our hosts dissect the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good in Minnesota, Trump's intervention in Venezuela, and what these events signal about America's shift toward authoritarianism both at home and abroad. Drawing on Chuck’s recent travels in Africa and reflections on history, genocide, faith, and humanity, the conversation explores how fear is weaponized, how power is exercised, and why the rule of law feels increasingly fragile. Mike connects the dots between global instability, domestic policy, and the political consequences already reshaping Latino communities—especially as primaries approach in Texas and beyond. But this isn't just doom and gloom. Mike and Chuck chart a path forward for Democrats in 2026, arguing that Latino voters—and all Americans who believe in good over power—need results now. - Recorded December 8, 2026. - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	The Year Everything Shifted: Latino Political Power Surges as Trump's Approval Craters	25 Dec 2025	00:45:23
Thank you to all of you, who tuned in to the Latino Vote Podcast this year. Your engagement, support, and passion for Latino political empowerment have made this community what it is. As Chuck and Mike said: 2026 will be the year of the Latino Voter! - In this year-end holiday episode of The Latino Vote Podcast, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid take stock of a political year that reshaped American politics — and put Latino voters squarely at the center of what comes next. From Trump fatigue and collapsing approval numbers to redistricting battles in Texas and California, Chuck and Mike break down why 2026 is already shaping up to be the year of the Latino voter. They dive deep into critical upcoming primaries including the Texas Senate race between Talarico and Crockett, the emergence of young Latina candidates like Eva Lopez Chavez in Utah's new district, and the need to elevate Latino voices across the political spectrum. With a surge of Latino candidates running in unexpected places like Utah, Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, 2026 may be the year we build lasting Latino political infrastructure nationwide. - Recorded Dec 17, 2025. - Check out Eva Lopez Chavez' campaign announcement video. Consider donating to help her run for Utah's newly drawn congressional district: https://x.com/evaforutah/status/2000655039271247920 - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Riding Blue Waves in Miami: How Eileen Higgins' Historic Win Signals a Latino Vote Reset \| Fernand Amandi	19 Dec 2025	00:26:40
Chuck Rocha is BACK from the Indian Ocean to break down the SHOCKING Miami mayoral election that has Democrats buzzing and Republicans worried. Esteemed political analyst Fernand Amandi joins Chuck to explain how Democrat Eileen Higgins crushed her Republican opponent by 19 points in a city that's 65%+ Hispanic and where Trump JUST won by 13 points. This wasn't some MAGA extremist losing—it was a respected Cuban-American Republican with Trump's full endorsement. 🔥 THE NUMBERS ARE WILD: Hillary won Miami-Dade by 30 points in 2016 Trump won it by 13 points in 2024 Democrat just won Miami by 19 points in 2025 That's a 43-point swing in less than a decade! Fernand reveals why Democrats are now overperforming by DOUBLE DIGITS in special elections across Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, and Virginia. Is Florida back in play for 2026? Are Cuban-American voters shifting again? - 🎙️ Featuring: Fernand Amandi - Principal at Bendixen & Amandi International: (https://bendixenandamandi.com/) Find him out on Twitter (also known as X): https://x.com/AmandiOnAir - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Documenting the Latino Story: A Conversation with Emmy-Nominated Filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz	11 Dec 2025	00:37:46
*Due to technical issues, the posting of this discussion was delayed. Unfortunately, Bernardo Ruiz's showcase of his films has already passed. We urge you to check out his work via his website. Our apologies for this error. Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz joins Mike Madrid for an intimate conversation about two decades of capturing the Latino experience on film. From his PBS documentary 'VOCES: Latino Vote 2024' to his explorations of wine country labor and journalism under siege in Mexico, Bernardo has documented the contradictions at the heart of the American relationship with Latino communities. Bernardo discusses his journey from the son of a Mexican musician-turned-monk to becoming one of the most important Latino voices in documentary film. He shares insights from filming across eight states during the 2024 election, explains America's "love-hate relationship" with Latinos, and reveals why the same workers celebrated as "essential" during the pandemic are now being targeted at their worksites. Key Topics Discussed: Ruiz's unconventional path to filmmaking and what drives his work The evolution from "building monuments to heroes" to taking creative risks America's "love-hate relationship" with Latinos—from celebrating "essential workers" during the pandemic to today's mass deportations Why long-form documentary storytelling matters more than ever in the age of hot takes and algorithms The story Ruiz wishes he could have told: the deeper meaning of the 2019 El Paso Walmart shooting Why the Mexican-American diaspora needs its own "chicharron circuit" for community building Being optimistic yet wary about the future of Latino communities in America Bernardo Ruiz's films explore the complexity and diversity often missing from mainstream narratives about Latino Americans. His approach—observation first, conclusions later—allows him to capture the moral ambiguity and nuance that gets lost in our polarized media landscape. - Recorded November 17, 2025. 🎙️ Featuring: Bernardo Ruiz - Three News & Documentary Emmy Nominee Filmmaker: (https://www.bernardoruiz.com) - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latino Pessimism at Record Highs: Dr. Mark Hugo Lopez Reveals Record-Breaking Shifts in Latino Sentiment	09 Dec 2025	00:37:29
Mike Madrid sits down with one of the most respected voices in Latino research—Dr. Mark Hugo Lopez, Director of Race and Ethnicity at the Pew Research Center—to unpack a brand-new, blockbuster dataset on Latino attitudes on the second Trump administration and their situation in the country. Pew’s October survey of almost 5,000 Latino adults reveals something unprecedented: 65% of Latinos now say the situation for Latinos in the U.S. is worse than a year ago—the highest level of pessimism ever recorded in Pew’s history. Dr. Lopez explains how Latino sentiment has shifted dramatically between the 2024 and 2025 elections, with approval ratings, concerns about immigration enforcement, and feelings about economic policies all showing significant changes. Key topics include: Why one-third of Latinos have considered leaving the United States in the past six months How worry about deportation has jumped from 37% to over 52% since February The paradox of personal financial optimism amid broader pessimism about Latino progress What validated voter data reveals about Latino Trump voters and their evolving views The decline in Latino immigration for the first time in 50 years and what it means for future generations Dr. Lopez brings decades of expertise tracking the political maturation of the Latino electorate through one of America's most profound demographic transformations. He provides essential context for understanding the dramatic electoral swings we've witnessed and what they signal about Latino political identity in an increasingly US-born, intermarried, and established community. - Recorded December 4, 2025. 🎙️ Featuring: Dr. Mark Hugo Lopez - Director of Race and Ethnicity at the Pew Research Center: (https://www.pewresearch.org/staff/mark-hugo-lopez/) Check out Pew Research's report: 'Majorities of Latinos Disapprove of Trump and His Policies on Immigration, Economy': (https://www.pewresearch.org/race-and-ethnicity/2025/11/24/majorities-of-latinos-disapprove-of-trump-and-his-policies-on-immigration-economy/) - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	How New Jersey Flipped. Dr. Patricia Campos-Medina on Winning 68% of the Latino Vote	03 Dec 2025	00:32:23
Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid sit down with Dr. Patricia Campos-Medina — immigrant, labor leader, campaign strategist, and the highest-ranking Latina on Mikie Sherrill's 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial campaign. After New Jersey saw massive Democratic losses among Latino voters in 2024—with Trump gaining up to 24 points in some counties—Mikie Sherrill achieved a stunning turnaround, capturing 68% of the Latino vote. Dr. Campos-Medina pulls back the curtain on one of the largest Latino vote swings in America, explaining how New Jersey Democrats reversed years of GOP gains by rebuilding trust, investing early, and talking directly about the economic crisis Latinos are living every day. Key takeaways include: Why Latinos shifted to Trump in 2024 and what brought them back The importance of having Latino operatives making decisions, not just translating messages How opening up consultant contracts transformed the ground game The difference between 30-day campaign investments and year-round community engagement Why both parties competing for Latino votes strengthens the community's negotiating power - Recorded November 12, 2025. 🎙️ Featuring: Dr. Patricia Campos-Medina - President of Latina Civic Action (https://latinacivicaction.com/) Check out her website: https://patriciacamposmedina.com/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	From Platinum Records to Politics: Bobby Pulido Takes On TX-15	21 Nov 2025	00:44:05
Chuck and Mike sit down with music icon and Texas's 15th congressional district candidate Bobby Pulido for a raw, insightful discussion about culture, politics, and the future of South Texas. The platinum-selling Tejano music star breaks down why this heavily Latino district swung from 60% for Beto O'Rourke to 60% for Trump in just eight years, offering an unflinching look at what Democrats got wrong. Bobby introduces a game-changing perspective: "People down here don't consider themselves poor—they consider themselves broke. When you're broke, you say 'tomorrow I'm going to make it.' Democrats treated people like they're poor, not like they're broke." This distinction captures why aspirational Latino voters are shifting right. From his ranch hall campaign events (complete with barbecue and conjunto music) to challenging both parties on immigration, Bobby represents a new generation of Latino Democratic candidates willing to tell hard truths. He discusses the Republican dominance on social media, why border communities feel abandoned, and his plan to win back Trump voters without compromising Democratic values. - Support Bobby Pulido's campaign: bobbypulidofortexas.com Check out Bobby Pulido's official congressional campaign launch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_m8ChgwIpbA - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	2025 Election Results Analysis - Democrats Win Big with the Latino Vote	10 Nov 2025	00:45:42
Democrats are celebrating a massive night — and Republicans are reeling. In this post-election episode of The Latino Vote Podcast, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid unpack the surprising 2025 results that reshaped the political landscape across the country. From Virginia to Georgia, New Jersey to California, Democrats didn’t just win — they dominated. Latino voters helped fuel key victories, but the message from the ground was clear: this wasn’t a love letter to Democrats — it was a rejection of Trump, high prices, and economic frustration. Chuck & Mike break down what the results mean for both parties heading into the 2026 midterms: Why affordability — not ideology — is now the defining issue for working-class voters How Latino turnout surged back to 2016 levels Why Republicans’ depressed base turnout spells danger ahead The risk Democrats face in “believing their own press releases” How the new political map could reshape Congress - Recorded November 5, 2025. - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Latino Voters: The Midterms and Beyond - A USC Center for the Political Future Special. With Mike Murphy & Helen Torres	04 Nov 2025	00:56:43
In this special edition of The Latino Vote Podcast, Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid are joined by Helen Torres, CEO of Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE), and Mike Murphy, veteran Republican strategist, for a dynamic USC Center for the Political Future panel discussion on the fastest-growing and most consequential voting bloc in American politics: The Latino Voter. The panel tackles the seismic shifts in Latino voting patterns, from the historic 22-point collapse in Democratic support to what this means for the 2026 midterms and beyond. Madrid, Rocha, and Torres dissect why this isn't a realignment but a "de-alignment" - with Latino voters becoming more anti-party and populist rather than more conservative. Key topics include: The generational divide: English-dominant millennials vs. Spanish-speaking immigrants The gender gap and education split within the Latino electorate Why the economy wins over identity politics (and why "socialism" attacks don't work) The fatal flaw in Democratic strategy: chasing the Rust Belt while ignoring the new South How cultural competency beats micro-targeting Why Trump's working-class message resonated despite his anti-immigrant rhetoric What Democrats must do to compete in 2026 and beyond This isn't your typical "Latino outreach" conversation. It's a masterclass in understanding the fastest-growing segment of the American electorate from insiders who've spent decades winning—and learning from losses. Whether you're a political operative, journalist, or engaged citizen, this discussion will change how you think about Latino voters and the future of American politics. - Recorded October 29, 2025. 🎙️ Featuring: The USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future - Mike Murphy (https://dornsife.usc.edu/center-for-political-future) 🎙️& Helen Iris Torres - CEO of Hispanas Organized for Political Equality [HOPE] (https://www.latinas.org) - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Arizona's Waiting Congresswoman: Interview with Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva	24 Oct 2025	00:20:36
In this powerful episode recorded during the government shutdown, Chuck Rocha welcomes Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva to discuss the unprecedented delay in her swearing-in. Despite winning her Arizona CD-7 special election 29 days prior, Speaker Johnson has refused to swear her in, leaving 812,000 constituents without representation. Adelita shares the personal cost of running for office—resigning from her paid position, only to face obstruction after her victory. She reveals how constituent service offices have been shuttered, staff phones confiscated, and how she's literally locked out of functioning as a representative while federal workers in her district go unpaid. The conversation explores the potential political motivations behind the delay, including her role as the crucial 218th vote needed for a bipartisan discharge petition to release the Epstein files. Adelita also discusses her campaign strategy, how she outperformed both Kamala Harris and her late father's margins in the heavily Latino border district, and the old-school door-to-door approach that won her the race. From fancy beans to mariachi music, this episode introduces listeners to a fierce advocate following in her father Raúl Grijalva's footsteps while forging her own path in Congress—if they'll finally let her in. - Recorded October 22, 2025. 🎙️ Featuring: Congresswoman-Elect Adelita Grijalva (Arizona Congressional District 7 Check out Adelita Grijalva: on X: https://x.com/AdelitaForAZ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adelitaforcongress/ Website: https://www.adelitaforcongress.com/ - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	From Homecoming to Hatch Act: Voting Rights Act Under Threat & Middle East Peace	18 Oct 2025	00:52:46
Check out Gina Hinojosa's interview announcing her run for Texas Governor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kocf9-4zPtw - Chuck Rocha returns from his Texas homecoming with stories about reuniting with his high school buddies and Mexican family, reflecting on how working-class communities have shifted from Democratic strongholds to Republican territory over the past 30 years. Mike Madrid joins from Mexico to discuss the looming Supreme Court decision that could dismantle Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act—potentially costing Democrats 20 House seats and eliminating minority district protections forever. Our hosts dive deep into the emerging Black-Brown political tensions as Latino populations grow in historically African American districts, examining real-world examples from Dallas and California. They also analyze the Middle East ceasefire, condemn racist text messages from Young Republican leadership, and debate Maine's Democratic Senate primary between establishment favorite Governor Mills and working-class outsider Graham Plattner—an oyster farmer and veteran who represents the generational change the party desperately needs. Plus: Updates on the government shutdown contest, Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa's announcement, and why Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva still hasn't been sworn in despite needing a paycheck. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	MAKE HUMANITY GREAT AGAIN. Virginia Texting Scandal, Government Shutdown Continues, & The Rise of New Progressive Leaders	15 Oct 2025	00:57:31
Comment your guess on how long the government shutdown will last! Closest comment will get: The Latino Vote Podcast T-Shirt 'Tío Bernie' book signed by Chuck Rocha: https://www.tioberniebook.com/ 'The Latino Century' book signed by Mike Madrid: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Latino-Century/Mike-Madrid/9781668015278 Must comment before notice of end of government shutdown. - Chuck and Mike dive into the government shutdown now entering its second week, debating whether it will last a month or wrap up sooner. They break down the explosive Virginia AG race where text messages about violence have upended the Democratic campaign, discuss New Jersey's tight Senate race, and explore why working-class Latinos are feeling disconnected from both parties. Our hosts analyze major fundraising numbers and the rise of new progressive candidates, including Jon Ossoff's $12 million haul and a Texas state rep who raised $6 million in just 31 days. They examine David Hogg's new PAC backing challengers to Democratic incumbents, the California governor's race after Katie Porter's viral meltdown, and why Prop 50's opposition is running out of money. Plus: Chuck shares insights from canvassing Latino voters in Paterson, NJ, discusses why Democrats need to reconnect with faith communities, and reveals his newfound obsession with "The Chosen" TV series. Mike breaks down the Tennessee special elections that could shift House control and why authentic candidates like the Maine oyster farmer are resonating with voters. - News from this episode: Politico - 'Jay Jones texting scandal breathes new life into GOP push in Virginia': https://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/08/jones-fallout-00596731 CBS Evening News - 'Katie Porter has fiery exchange with reporter': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJOhyFViMac Axios - 'Activist David Hogg struggles in push for new generation of Dem leaders': https://www.axios.com/2025/10/02/david-hogg-pac-democrats-struggles* AP - 'Georgia Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff raises $12 million for 2026 reelection': https://apnews.com/article/georgia-democrat-2026-senate-jon-ossoff-fundraising-74b9232ae5779f34d96f852db7eeb455 - Recorded on October 8, 2025. - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!
	Shutdown Standoff & A Race Against Time. Who Wins? Who Loses?	03 Oct 2025	00:36:13
Read the September 2025, New York Times/Sienna poll here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/10/02/polls/times-siena-poll-registered-voter-crosstabs.html - Mike Madrid and Chuck Rocha dive into the escalating government shutdown fight, asking who benefits, who gets blamed, and what it means for Democrats heading into the midterms. From debates over health care messaging to the political fallout for Trump, Schumer, and beyond, the hosts explore why Democrats may be “racing against time” and what’s at stake in Virginia, New Jersey, and the broader midterm elections. Our hosts also unpack Trump’s unprecedented gathering of military leaders along with the risks of his military deployment to Portland, while also drawing connections between country and ranchera music. - Recorded Tuesday, September 30, 2025. - Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Latino Vote Podcast! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Find us on Substack: https://substack.com/@thelatinovotepodcast Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/TheLatino_Vote Visit our website for the latest Latino Vote news and subscribe to our newsletter: latinos.vote If you want more of our discussions and behind the scenes please join our Patreon (www.patreon.com/thelatinovote) for exclusive content and opportunities!

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