From Words to Legacy: Empowering Latino Voices with Nicolás Kanellos

Artistas in the Capital

In this episode, we sit down with Nicolás Kanellos, the founder of Arte Público Press, to discuss his longstanding commitment to uplifting Latino voices in the literary world. We'll explore his journey from founding a Latino literary magazine during the Civil Rights movement to launching bestselling authors like Sandra Cisneros. We'll also dive into the complex issues surrounding Latino representation in literature, such as the need for more Spanish-language books published in the United States and how through his work, Nicolás has recovered written material in multiple mediums archiving the legacy of Latinos in the United States through literature.

Episode Credits:
Host: Norma Sorto
Guest: Nicolás Kanellos
Episode Interviewers: Fernanda Poblete González, Deanna González, and Jaclyn Porpiglia
Episode Scriptwriter: Flavia Olivera
Episode Editor: Claudia Peralta Torres

Music by Blue Dot Sessions:
Bodytonic - Party Sage
Cholate - Arizona Moon
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