Best Cloudcast Media Podcasts (2025)

1
EP 146 | Dr. Ron Granieri -- Professor of History & Templeton Education Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute 59:27

21d ago59:27

59:27

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his old friend and former Harvard classmate, Dr. Ronald J. Granieri who is a history professor at the United States Army War College, as well as a Templeton Education Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute. Given that Dr. Granieri's speciality is European history, with an emphasis on the study of allies and…

1
EP 145 | Rev. Samuel Rodriguez -- Pastor, Author, Filmmaker and President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference 44:00

1M ago44:00

44:00

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend and spirtual adviser Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, one of the nation's most prominent Latino evangelical leaders. They discuss faith, social activism and impactful storytelling. They also talk about the moral soul of America, which seems to be hurting at the moment -- and what can be done to heal it. Finally, th…

1
EP 144 | Marisa Calderon, CEO of Prosperity Now, and Bob Friedman, founder of Prosperity Now 38:42

3M ago38:42

38:42

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Marisa Calderon, CEO of Prosperity Now, and Bob Friedman, the organization's founder. They discuss social activism, racial justice, and prosperity for all. They also talk about what the political parties have done right and wrong over the years, and how organizations like theirs can help make a better world and buil…

1
EP 143 | Chris Salcedo, Newsmax-TV Host & Radio Talk Show Host 54:08

4M ago54:08

54:08

Host Ruben Navarrette has a great conversation with his old friend, Chris Salcedo, a fellow professional communicator and broadcaster who traded living in California for Texas about the same time that Navarrette did the opposite. The two talk about politics, MAGA, the turbulent state of media, and why Latinos are finding a new home with a group of …

1
EP 142 | Emiliano Limon, Veterano Radio Producer & Podcast Developer 1:03:22

4M ago1:03:22

1:03:22

Host Ruben Navarrette has a great conversation with his old friend, Emiliano Limon, about the new media and what went wrong with the old media. They talk about Limon's long career in talk radio and how that medium changed America -- and then went off the rails. They also discuss broadcast media in general, and what the future holds for an industry …

1
EP 141 | Michael Fisher, Former Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol 58:35

5M ago58:35

58:35

Host Ruben Navarrette has a great conversation with his old friend, and former Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, Michael Fisher. They discuss immigration enforcement policy, and the most effective methods of securing the nearly 2000-mile long border between the United States and Mexico. They also talk about politics, leadership and the need to speak…

1
EP 140 | Tavis Smiley, author/radio host/media entrepreneur 49:45

6M ago49:45

49:45

Host Ruben Navarrette has a great conversation with Tavis Smiley, his old friend of 30 years and former LA radio co-host. They talk about Smiley's new book, which offers a fresh look at a project he started two decades ago -- "The Covenant With Black America, 20 Years Later." They address the current state of Black America, where it's been and wher…

1
EP 139 | Lupita Castañeda-Liles & Maria Soco Castañeda, Ph.D 36:25

7M ago36:25

36:25

Host Ruben Navarrette has a great conversation with powerhouse mother-daughter team, Lupita Castañeda-Liles & Maria Soco Castañeda about their lives, their partnership, and their shared passion for their exciting social media platform, "Becoming Mujeres: Translating Cultural Expectations Into Opportunities." They talk about the mental health challe…

1
EP 138 | Dr. Max Cuevas, CEO of Clinicas de Salud del Valle de Salinas 30:35

9M ago30:35

30:35

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Dr. Max Cuevas, CEO of Clinicas de Salud del Valle de Salinas, a string of non-profit and low-cost medical clinics sprinkled throughout the central coast and Salinas valley. They talk about the lack of health care insurance coverage, the high cost of health care, and an innovative project being run by the CSVS that …

1
EP 137 | Neal Griffin, Wisconsin-based novelist, reporter and retired law enforcement officer 45:24

9M ago45:24

45:24

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, Neal Griffin, about the retired police lieutenant's latest career enhancement -- going from peace officer to crime novelist to beat reporter for a local Wisconsin newspaper. They talk about storytelling, journalism, politics and the state of modern-day policing among other topics.…

1
EP 136 | Arnold Torres, Sacramento-based policy analyst, Spanish-language radio host, and political commentator 1:35:09

10M ago1:35:09

1:35:09

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his longtime friend, Arnold Torres, about the state of American politics, the various challenges facing the country's 62 million Latinos, and the dangerous times in which we live now that Donald Trump has promised mass deportations of undocumented immigrants -- most of whom are Latino.…

1
EP 135 | Bob Harrison, Director of Command College, Researcher for RAND Corporation, former police chief and co-host of a podcast 49:20

11M ago49:20

49:20

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, Bob Harrison, director of Command College, researcher for RAND Corporation and former police chief in three different California cities. They discuss policing in the modern era, the recent round of protests on university campuses and what the public thinks of the police when its time to restore order.…

1
EP 134 | Martin Mares, Founder and Executive Director of the Ivy League Project; Parlier Unified School Board Member 42:15

11M ago42:15

42:15

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his longtime friend, Martin Mares, founder and executive director of the Ivy League Project -- a unique leadership initiative that has taken thousands of high school students from migrant and working-class backgrounds to visit Ivy League and other selective universities -- with remarkable results.…

1
EP 133 | Ray Suarez, author; radio/podcast/TV host; former senior correspondent for the PBS Newshour 43:56

12M ago43:56

43:56

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, veterano Latino journalist Ray Suarez, about his new book on immigration, "We Are Home: Becoming American In The 21st Century." Touching on history and politics, they discuss all that immigrants from all over the world give to the United States, and what the United States takes in return.…

1
EP 132 | Melissa Vela Williamson, San Antonio-based Public Relations Specialist and author 56:13

1y ago56:13

56:13

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, Melissa Vela Williamson, a San Antonio-based public relations specialist. She is the author of “Smart Talk: Public Relations Essentials All Pros Need to Know.” They discuss the science of communications, the Latino community, and how to get America talking again.…

1
EP 131 | Dr. Yasmin Davidds, CEO & Founder of the Dr. Yasmin Davidds Leadership Institute 57:50

1y ago57:50

57:50

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Dr. Yasmin Davidds, a Los Angeles-based organizational psychologist with additional certification in emotional intelligence. A popular speaker, negotiating specialist, and expert on women and leadership, Davidds is the author of several books including, most recently, the forthcoming: "Graciously Assertive: How Beco…

1
EP 130 | Veronica Navarrette, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT), Montessori-trained Teacher 41:03

1y ago41:03

41:03

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Veronica Navarrette -- his Mexican-born wife, and better 7/8 -- about her long career helping kids on the margins as a bilingual Montessori-trained, certified academic language therapist, dyslexia specialist and speech & language pathologist.By Cloudcast

1
EP 129 | David Telisman, communications and marketing specialist, founder and CEO of David Telisman Communications, LLC 48:37

1y ago48:37

48:37

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews David Telisman -- his cousin through marriage -- about branding, messaging, and storytelling about issues ranging from mental health awareness to the experience of being Jewish in America post Oct 7.By Cloudcast

1
EP 128 | Jean Twenge, PhD, Professor of Psychology at San Diego State University and Author 44:26

1+ y ago44:26

44:26

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews fellow Generation X'er Jean Twenge, PhD -- a renowned national expert, speaker, and consultant on the generations -- about some of what she has learned over 30 years of looking at generational differences, her new book, and what it's like to be a Gen X'er raising three Gen Z'ers.…

1
EP 127 | Julio Ricardo Varela, writer, journalist, founder of LatinoRebels.com and MSNBC Opinion Columnist 59:21

1+ y ago59:21

59:21

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Julio Ricardo Varela -- a Harvard-educated Latino journalist, with roots in Puerto Rico -- about the media, politics, the Latino community and the issues surrounding the resignation of Harvard President Claudine Gay.By Cloudcast

1
EP 126 | Jeff Hall, Sam Taylor, and Tania Ruedas-Ortiz from "Our National Conversation" -- a digital media organization run by Generation Z 48:26

1+ y ago48:26

48:26

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Jeff Hall, Sam Taylor, and Tania Ruedas-Ortiz from "Our National Conversation" -- a new digital media organization run by Generation Z that aims to fix what's broken in the Fourth Estate and get Americans talking in a civilized way.By Cloudcast

1
EP 125 | Nely Galan, independent TV producer/former TV network executive/podcast host/author 51:45

1+ y ago51:45

51:45

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Nely Galan -- a Latina powerhouse who he first met 29 years ago, and whose remarkable life and career he has followed ever since. Born in Cuba, Galan arrived in the United States at age 5. She's been striving and achieving ever since. As a TV producer, network executive, author, real estate investor, and podcast hos…

1
EP 124 | Wendy Patrick, attorney, TV commentator, speaker and author 29:31

1+ y ago29:31

29:31

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, Wendy Patrick -- a prosecutor, TV commentator, speaker and author -- about the topic of her new book: how to use the Bible's teachings to make better choices in life, love and friendship.By Cloudcast

1
EP 123 | Russell Contreras, Race & Justice Reporter for Axios.com 1:00:24

1+ y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Host Ruben Navarrette has a conversation with his friend, veteran reporter Russell Contreras about how he sees digital media. race, justice, Latino culture, politics and journalism from his unique perch -- Albuquerque, New Mexico.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 63| We Fight So You Don't Have To: At Bouchercon 35:45

1+ y ago35:45

35:45

What happens when a blue moon and a mystery book convention collide? Liz and Lisa have a fight! Listen in as they discuss how an author friend got stuck in the middle of one of their squabbles and why their memoir will be titled, Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. Have a comment? A question? Something you'd like to know about the publishing industry? Email Li…

1
EP 122 | Jimmy Sengenberger, Denver-based radio host and columnist for the Denver Gazette 41:42

1+ y ago41:42

41:42

Host Ruben Navarrette has a conversation with his friend, Jimmy Sengenberger about his experience as a veteran of talk radio and the world view it gives him as a young independent-minded conservative who prefers Reagan to Trump.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 62| WTF Is This Book About? The Husband by Maud Ventura 23:43

1+ y ago23:43

23:43

Liz & Lisa continue with the WTF book club. This episode they are discussing MY HUSBAND by Maud Ventura. It's an immersive read with so many layers and a hell of an ending! Also-listen to find out why audio might be your best bet. Have a comment? A question? Something you'd like to know about the publishing industry? Email Liz & Lisa at Liz@lizandl…

1
Episode 61| We Went to Italy Again: Part 2 50:09

1+ y ago50:09

50:09

Liz & Lisa finish telling the tale of their Tuscan adventures. Did they make it through the trip without fighting? Did they drink ALL the wine in Italy? Did the teens break anything in the villa? You'll have to listen to find out. Have a comment? A question? Something you'd like to know about the publishing industry? Email Liz & Lisa at Liz@lizandl…

1
EP 121 | Angel Mendez, corporate board member and former c-suite executive 44:53

1+ y ago44:53

44:53

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, Angel Mendez, a member of several boards and former c-suite Silicon Valley tech executive about his unique upbringing as a Cuban raised in Puerto Rico, how corporate America sees Latinos, and the various opportunities that lie ahead for both.By Cloudcast

1
EP 120 | Kristina Lopez, PhD, Associate Professor of Social Work, Arizona State University 47:32

1+ y ago47:32

47:32

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Dr. Kristina Lopez, a trained psychologist based in Arizona who specializes in autism, especially in Latino and other at-risk children.By Cloudcast

1
EP 119 | Julia Clasby, Lieutenant, Seal Beach Police Department & "Cop Mom" 51:54

1+ y ago51:54

51:54

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews cop mom & police lieutenant Julia Clasby about the challenges of juggling the separate worlds of law enforcement and motherhood.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 60| When Your First Child Goes To College 42:28

1+ y ago42:28

42:28

Liz’s firstborn daughter is off to college at WSU. (Go Cougs!) Liz and Lisa talk about the highs and lows of moving your child out of the house and into their dorm. Liz shares the tips and tricks she learned along the way. And maybe how some secret tears were shed courtesy of a Counting Crows song? You'll have to listen to understand. Have a commen…

1
Episode 59| We Went to Italy Again: Part 1 35:09

1+ y ago35:09

35:09

Liz & Lisa and their families spent most of June in Italy--and OF COURSE there are stories! Lisa hosted her entire family (and Liz's) in a secluded Tuscan villa and Liz has five teens in tow. Listen in for all the tea behind those instagram stories. A question? Something you'd like to know about the publishing industry? Email Liz & Lisa at Liz@liza…

1
Episode 58| The Struggle Bus with Vanessa Lillie 42:33

2y ago42:33

42:33

Liz and Lisa welcome Vanessa Lillie aboard the struggle bus to talk about second chances in publishing. Vanessa reveals her scariest moment, what she did to connect to her soul purpose and shares the Hail Mary that kept her in the publishing game. Whether you’re an aspiring author or have already been published, this is a must-listen because of all…

1
EP 118 | Alberto Gonzales, Former U.S. Attorney General 28:53

2y ago28:53

28:53

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend, Al Gonzales, the dean of the Belmont University School of Law and former U.S. Attorney General about the crisis on the U.S.-Mexico border, the legal back-and-forth over Title 42, and whether Donald Trump is likely to be indicted by current Attorney General Merrick Garland.…

1
Episode 57| WTF is this Book About?: Forever Hold Your Peace 46:44

2y ago46:44

46:44

Liz and Lisa launch a new series where they host a book club the only way they know how: Liz & Lisa style. Which pretty much means they are figuring it out as they go! They’’ll dish on books they’ve loved, starting with their own—because they’re no strangers to shameless self-promo. Forever Hold Your Peace will be published this week. Cue the champ…

1
Episode 56| How it Works: Co-Authoring with Christine Pride and Jo Piazza 40:15

2y ago40:15

40:15

Liz & Lisa love to chat with other co-author duos so they are thrilled to sit down with Jo Piazza and Christine Pride to discuss their origin story, how they write together, and the complexities of writing characters outside of your race. And OF COURSE they also dish on the complexities of the publishing industry! Have a comment? A question? Someth…

1
EP 117 | Rudy Carrasco, Program Director, MJ Murdock Charitable Trust 39:35

2y ago39:35

39:35

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his longtime friend, Rudy Carrasco, about racking up a lifetime of achievements, succeeding against the odds, following God's path, and using charitable giving to make a difference in people's lives.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 55| Rom-coms and Mom-coms 30:33

2y ago30:33

30:33

Liz & Lisa talk rom-coms, mom-coms, and summer TBR lists with fellow Alcove Press authors Annie Cathryn and Heidi Shertok. Have a comment? A question? Something you'd like to know about the publishing industry? Email Liz & Lisa at [email protected] and put PODCAST in the subject line.By Cloudcast

1
EP 116 | Linda Lopez, PhD in Policy and Political Science & CEO of Impact Strategies 33:07

2y ago33:07

33:07

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews Dr. Linda Lopez, CEO of Impact Strategies, a consulting firm providing advice to foundations, government and corporate sector on social and economic investments. She is a former Associate Dean at USC, former Chief of the Office of Immigrant Affairs for the City of Los Angeles, and former Senior Advisor to Mayor Eric…

1
EP 115 | Kathy Murillo Cano, aka "The Crafty Chica"; entrepreneur, author, speaker, creator and successful self-made brand 17:21

2y ago17:21

17:21

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his longtime friend, and former co-worker at the Arizona Republic, Kathy Murillo Cano, aka "The Crafty Chica" about personal branding, building a successful business and her lifelong love affair with creativity and glitter.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 54| What No One Tells You About Aging and Menopause with Author Karma Brown 53:29

2y ago53:29

53:29

Liz and Lisa talk with their friend and international bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife Karma Brown about turning fifty and all the things NO ONE will tell you. They get into it all: the emotions around leaving your forties behind, the body and mood changes (so many!) and the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy. And Karma, a …

1
Episode 53| How it Works: Pre-publishing Anxiety with author Steven Rowley 49:08

2y ago49:08

49:08

Steven Rowley, bestselling author of The Guncle, joins Liz and Lisa so they can freak out together about their upcoming publication dates! He shares his story (every author has one!) about the highs and lows of his own experiences as well as his best advice for how to handle the stress and lack of control around having a book come out. And Liz and …

1
Episode 52| Get Out of Your Book Slump! 40:24

2y ago40:24

40:24

Liz and Lisa surprise each other with three books they've each read and loved, recently and. . . not so recently. (Lisa didn't understand the assignment!) If you've been in a reading slump, listen in, because Liz and Lisa share some great book ideas—from a friendship saga that will pull at your heart strings to a page-turner with a fresh, smart and…

1
Episode 51| We Fight So You Don't Have To. . . On Christmas Day 39:16

2y ago39:16

39:16

Liz and Lisa STILL don't always get it right when they communicate, even with thirty plus years of friendship under their belts. So yes, they fought on Christmas, of all days. Listen to find out what was said that made Liz's head explode and drove Lisa to put on a literal mask of shame. And why they decided it’s okay to fight—even on a holiday. Hav…

1
Episode 50| Mike Fenton Speaks His Truth 53:20

2+ y ago53:20

53:20

It's our 50th podcast episode, so who better to have as a guest than MIKE FENTON, who just turned 50! He is reluctantly joining us as we recount his birthday trip to Cabo, the turf war we had with another birthday boy named Michael, and why he is never making Liz a taco again. If you love all things Mike Fenton or are just curious about the dynamic…

1
EP 114 | Arnold Torres, California-based policy analyst and political consultant 22:10

2+ y ago22:10

22:10

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend Arnold Torres about the 2022 midterm elections, the future of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a leading Democrat, and what happened with the Latino vote.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 49| How it Works: Interview with Alcove Press Production Manager Rebecca Nelson 25:44

2+ y ago25:44

25:44

IIn this episode of their How it Works series, Liz and Lisa chat with the production manager for Crooked Lane Books and Alcove Press. From contract negotiation to cover concepts to submitting books for awards, Rebecca Nelson does it all. Even more impressive, she finished her graduate degree just two and a half years ago. If you're wondering how to…

1
EP 113 | Carlos Sanchez, Texas-based journalist, editor and commentator 26:17

2+ y ago26:17

26:17

Host Ruben Navarrette interviews his friend Carlos Sanchez about the path forward from the 2022 midterm elections and what the future may hold for Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, one of the nation's most prominent Republican elected officials.By Cloudcast

1
Episode 48| How it Works: Interview with Agent Holly Root 44:09

2+ y ago44:09

44:09

Are you trying to get an agent? On this episode of How it Works, Liz and Lisa talk to their agent, Holly Root of Root Literary about what will make your book stand out from the others. She also shares why certain books soar to the top of the best seller charts after they are published. And why she thinks authors need to learn to let go of control o…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Cloudcast Media Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen