Mamiverse Interviews Elisa Lees Muñoz, New Executive Director of IWMF
Life, Power Latina News
On January 31, the International Women’s Media Foundation named Elisa Lees Muñoz as Executive Director. According to the IWMF press release, “Lees Muñoz brings more than 20 years of experience with human rights and media development…
Why We Don't Celebrate Men's History Month (Yet!)
Life, Opinions
As we observe Women’s History Month and get ready to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, I’ve heard more than one man complain that there is no “Men’s History Month.” Why is there a month that honors women, they ask,…
Free Fun for Kids: The Music Store
Featured Video - Life, Life, TV MamiIf you’re looking for a fun and inexpensive weekend activity, consider a trip to the music store—kids of all ages will have a ball exploring and trying out the different instruments. You may even discover you’ve got a budding Justin or…
Michel Brown & Salvador Zerboni of MundoFox’s ‘La Mariposa’: True Latin Lovers
Entertainment, Life
While we’re used to television programs propagating stereotypes, especially when it comes to Latinos, MundoFox’s action-packed telenovela, La Mariposa (The Butterfly), is a welcome exception to the norm. The series defies Latino stereotypes…
25 Quotes by Hollywood Legend Rita Moreno
Entertainment, Life
For generations of Latinas, Rita Moreno has been an inspiration and role model. The only Hispanic and one of few performers ever to win an Oscar, Grammy, Tony and Emmy award, Moreno came to prominence in the Golden Age of Hollywood and worked…
Free Fun for Kids: The Bookstore
Featured Video - Life, Life, TV MamiLooking for a fun, educational activity for your kids? Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most brilliant! An afternoon at the local bookstore will keep children (and adults) entertained for hours. For more fantastic MamiTV videos and…
What Politicians Could Learn from Dr. Seuss
Life, Opinions
March 2 marks the 109th birthday of Dr. Seuss, inarguably the world’s most popular and beloved children’s author and illustrator. Yet most adults know that Dr. Seuss’ themes go well beyond child’s play and embrace topical social issues.…
The 2013 Oscars: What They Wore
Entertainment, Life
The Oscars' Red Carpet is the crowning glory of the fall/winter awards season fashion extravaganza. While we were treated to plenty of breathtaking glamour and glitter, most of this year’s looks were rather understated (almost austere)…
Film version of Bless Me, Ultima Stays True to the Themes of the Controversial Classic Book
Entertainment, Life
This weekend Bless Me, Ultima opened in select theaters across the nation. It is based on the award-winning—but controversial—classic novel by the highly acclaimed Latino author, Rudolfo Anaya. Despite having sold more than 300,000 copies…