Locatora Radio is a weekly podcast dedicated to archiving the present and shifting the culture forward. Hosted by Mala Muñoz and Diosa Femme, two IG friends turned podcast partners. They break down pop culture, current events, and feminism through nuanced interviews with Latinx creatives and artists. Founded in 2016, Locatora Radio was podcasting independently until joining iHeartRadio's My Cultura Podcast Network in 2022.
In the season finale, Diosa and Mala do a special IG live episode where they hear directly from their Locamores. This year has been about finding balance, speaking out and showing up authentically while navigating the pressure to blend in. Amidst the realities of the new administration, they unpack how to raise your voice and stay safe in a world where visibility can come with risks.
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From our Indie days at Espacio 1839 to Signal Award Finalists, you've rocked with us the entire time! This nomination isn't just ours, it's our communities too. And we need your help.
In this episode, Diosa and Mala reflect on what it means to be critiqued in real time. They've been sitting with a recent critique in a new publication, Radiophonic Feminisms: Latina Voices in the Digital Age of Broadcasting by Ester Díaz Martín. Díaz Martin began her research in 2018, when they were still independent podcasters. Years later...
In this episode, Diosa and Mala unpack the intersections of AI, the creative industry, and the environment. They explore how a startup is creating AI-hosted podcasts, AI tools users can’t opt out of, and why we should all be reading Fahrenheit 451. Diosa and Mala spotlight self-surveillance and the hidden costs of data centers draining water, often in rural, low-income areas which adds layer...
In this episode, Diosa and Mala reflect on their personal connections to libraries as third spaces, how they used library resources as children (even now as podcasters), and how these experiences tie into larger conversations around achievement gaps. They also discuss the importance of libraries as community spaces and why we need libraries now more than ever!
In this episode, Diosa and Mala speak with LA City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez about the ICE raids in Los Angeles and the direct attack on immigrant communities. Together, they discuss how to protect our communities, the power and limits cities hold, and why predominately Black and Brown communities are targeted. Councilmember Hernandez plans to run for re-election and shares what it means to be a voice for her district during...
This week, Diosa and Mala discuss a viral series on TikTok: a woman who falls in love with her psychiatrist and how an AI tool affirms her beliefs. Together, they unpack how ChatGPT, the most popular AI chatbot, and how it's being used as a search engine AND therapy substitute. New research shows continuous and uninterrupted use of AI chatbots can lead to a mental health crisis or AI psychosis.
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In this episode, Diosa and Mala sit down with Jessica Ruvalcaba, the powerhouse Producer at Sazon Studios, a podcast network, behind some of the internet's favorite Latino podcasts. Through her work producing La Plática, Cruda Corner, and Suelta La Lengua, she shares insights into her journey as a producer and what it ...
This week on Locatora Radio, Diosa and Mala discuss how the wellness industrial complex, self-help genres, and capitalism package and sell us a "better" version of ourselves. Women face the pressure to always be optimizing: time, money, and even hobbies! In this episode, Diosa and Mala discuss how easy it is to slip into over consuming as a means to find community, identity and belonging. The duo also review their personal re...
In this special episode, Diosa and Mala speak with Representative Linda Garcia (D-107) about how she and her Texas Democratic colleagues broke quorum to defend democracy. Since fleeing the state, Representative Garcia and her colleagues have faced threats of arrest and physical harm. In this candid interview, Representative Garcia breaks down how she and her colleagues are protecting the constitution, the challenges of being a publ...
In this episode, Diosa and Mala review plastic surgery trends, Instagram face, and even Mar-A-Lago face. From A-list celebs to influencers, elective cosmetic surgery is more available than ever before. Together, Diosa and Mala discuss beauty standards, surgeries gone wrong, and the pressure to age "gracefully."
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In this episode, Diosa and Mala compare the awkward stages of their creative journeys to their ten-year-old selves. They share memories from their childhood in regards to what they were into, and fast forward to creating their Locatora Radio in 2016. They explore the awkward phases of being 10 seasons in, discovering ways to refresh the show, changing the format, and maintaining the heart of the show. Is Growing up Ever Not Aw...
In this episode, Diosa covers the defunding of public media and broadcasting at the federal level, Time Magazine's, The 100 Best Podcasts of All Time, and listener questions from our infamous Oye Locas segment.
The second half of the episode features an interview with award-winning journalist and staff reporter for CALÓ News, Michelle Zacarias. We discuss M...
This week's episode begins with a sensitive subject: Mala shares a startling and xenophobic experience she had while walking her dog in Downtown Los Angeles. This incident leads into today's episode, where Diosa and Mala dive into the women of MAGA, modern-day eugenics, and why having kids feels impossible right now.
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In this week’s episode, Diosa and Mala explore the dynamics of romantic and platonic love, and what it looks like to treat our friends with the same care we give to lovers. They dive into the importance of decentering men, prioritizing female friendships, the difference between repairing a friendship versus a romantic relationship, making friends as adults, and the value of spending intentional, quality time together.
In this episode, Diosa and Mala unpack “Eldest Daughter Syndrome,” recently explored by FIERCE by mitú, diving into the pressure to always be responsible, the emotional toll of raising siblings, and the unspoken role of being the bonus parent. They explore how these early expectations create anxiety, lead to rebellion, and force many eldest daughters to set boundaries late...
Note: This interview was recorded in March 2025 and the interview reflects that period.
In this episode, Diosa & Mala chat with Lala Romero to discuss the nostalgia of the 2000s. Before TikTok algorithms, we had MTV3, VH1, and MySpace. These spaces shaped our style, our sound, and our sense of self. From low rise jeans to Amanda Perez, Lala unpacks these iconic moments and how they are still relevant today.
This week on Locatora Radio, Harvey Guillén joins us to talk about queerness, joy, and taking up space in Hollywood. From using his platform to raise awareness, to not becoming desensitized, Harvey shares how he navigates all of it.
Harvey quickly became a fan favorite as Guillermo on the hit TV show, What We Do in the Shadows. In this episode, Harvey gets personal and shares how he'...
This week, Diosa and Mala discuss constitutional rights: freedom of the press, the right to assemble, and what happens when protestors and journalists are targeted by law enforcement. From the streets of LA to national headlines, today’s attacks on the media is related to a long history of censorship and resistance.
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This week, Diosa and Mala discuss the recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, provide on-the-ground coverage and offer tips on how to support impacted families and community members. They also provide analysis on the phenomenon of Latinos in law enforcement, Latinos For Trump, and "Do it the right way" rhetoric.
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