Episodes
Studio Ochenta’s creative work reflects our motto: Raising Voices across Cultures. We produce global stories for international audiences to make sure language isn’t a barrier to enjoying a great story. Check out our award-winning original podcasts for kids of all ages, which reached #1 in over 31 countries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 06/26/23
Welcome back to Mija on the Mike. This week our guest is daughter of immigrants: Anna Hossnieh, director, writer, comedy producer and co-host of: Ethnically Ambiguous podcast, which provides a space for BIPOC first and second generation immigrant kids to discuss their origins. In this episode, we talk about owning your voice, the power of making art for yourself and your community and taking up space. You can follow her on instagram @ethnicallyambig and on twitter @annahosnieh, and listen to...
Published 06/21/23
Since we've just heard a Parisian daughter of immigrants with Tsippora Sidibe's story, I'd like to share a story about Mija in Paris this week. This is the story of my relationship with mi amiga Mona: "the girl that has it all figured out". P.S. Don’t forget this season is also about you! if you have a story you’d like to share, I invite you to reach out on instagram @mijapodcast and leave us a message with a short story or memory of yours that warms your heart. We’ll read it out loud on the...
Published 06/14/23
Welcome back to Mija on the Mike. This week our guest is French daughter of immigrants: Tsippora Sidibé, the creator and EP behind the community and podcast: @tantquejeserainoire which provides a space for Black women to share intimate and personal reflections around the topic of motherhood. In this episode,we talk about the 1st gen immigrant experience in France, how to break generational curses, and how to have hope for the future. You can follow her on instagram @tantquejeserainoire, and...
Published 06/07/23
Hí! For this week's solo episode, I want to talk about flying. When was the first time you flew in a plane? Do you remember the feeling? Thanks for listening. In case you've just tuned in! This is Mija on the mike a season reflection on our shared experiences as daughters of immigrants. Over the next couple of weeks we’ll be sharing stories like these, and inviting guests to share theirs. Tune in every wednesday! This is production of Studio Ochenta, a latina-owned multilingual podcast...
Published 05/31/23
Welcome back to Mija on the Mike. This week our guest is an immigrant herself: Saadia Khan, the creator and EP behind the community and podcast: immigrantlypod. The series shares stories from immigrants at the intersection of different cultures and discusses the joys and struggles of their experiences. As the mother of two American-born daughters, Saadia faced cross-cultural challenges that will resonate with our Mija listeners as they connect with their family’s culture. As she explains in...
Published 05/24/23
Hí! For this week's solo episode, I want to talk about dreams. I like to ask my guests, what's their most embarrassing dream?, What is something you'd do if nothing could stop you? So here goes the true story of my most embarrassing dream. Thanks for listening. In case you've just tuned in! This is Mija on the mike a season reflection on our shared experiences as daughters of immigrants. Over the next couple of weeks we’ll be sharing stories like these, and inviting guests to share theirs....
Published 05/17/23
Welcome back to Mija on the Mike. This week our guest is a quadruple threat: Writer, actor, director, editor and overall super talented Cuban American mija, Jacqueline Pereda. Jackie is the writer, star and creator of the HBO series: Generation Porque, a comedy series about a Cuban American girl trying to make it in the big city, with and without the help of her familia. Jackie was also our Story Editor on Spotify’s La Cabina Telefonica, Studio Ochenta’s Web nominated audio novela. In this...
Published 05/10/23
Every week we're bringing you new stories, hosted by Mija. This week we're doing a solo episode. A real story about a daughter and her mom connecting across an ocean. This is "Alo, Mami?" Thanks for listening. In case you've just tuned in! This is Mija on the mike a season reflection on our shared experiences as daughters of immigrants. Over the next couple of weeks we’ll be sharing stories like these, and inviting guests to share theirs. Tune in every wednesday! This is production of Studio...
Published 05/03/23
Welcome back to Mija on the Mike, where Me, Mija interviews daughters of immigrants who are making moves in their industries around the world. Today we have Miriam Miriam Lara-Mejia AKA LA Gorda Feminista! Miriam is a leading voice on body positivity for the latino community, she creates content on tiktok and instagram in English and Spanish, addressing issues around fatphobia and empowering women and girls with messages around self love and self care! You can follow her on instagram, twitter...
Published 04/26/23
A season of reflection on our experiences as daughters of immigrants. We're back! This is Mija on the mike a season reflection on our shared experiences as daughters of immigrants. Over the next couple of weeks I’ll be sharing stories like these, and inviting guests to share theirs. Follow us on instagram @mija podcast and leave us a note if you liked this story. Tune in every wednesday for a new story. This is production of Studio Ochenta, a latina-owned multilingual podcast studio...
Published 04/19/23
We have some awesome news! La Cabina Telefónica has been nominated for a 2023 Webby Award in the Best Scripted Fiction category and you can help us win by voting for us! Follow this link and find La Cabina Telefónica to vote! You have until April 20th! Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 04/15/23
Love Items is a rom com for the modern girl. It follows the story of Cloe, an AI researcher, and Eloc, her AI assistant. After discovering that Eloc has the power to analyze the love stories behind everyday objects, Cloe decides to steal objects from her dates for Eloc to analyse and help her find ‘ the one’. Tune in daily on Apple Podcasts. You can also subscribe to Ochenta’s premium channel on Apple podcasts to get access to ALL the episodes at once! Just search Love Items on Apple podcasts...
Published 03/01/23
Before cell phones and the internet, if you wanted to call La Casa, you’d have to stroll into a cabina telefónica (calling center) and pay for some minutes with a few quarters. Set in 1995, La Cabina Telefónica is a bilingual audio novela that tells the story of Matty Cardona, a Colombian immigrant who launched Matty's Llamadas y Servicios 82 to do just that. She runs the shop in Jackson Heights, Queens with her daughter Rossy and offers calling, printing, faxing, money transfers and much...
Published 02/10/23
In this final episode, Gavilán walks the streets of Monterrey one last time before returning to New York, and along his path he meets someone who gives his journey closure.  CREDITS:  This show was produced by Studio Ochenta. Our executive producer is Lory Martínez. Story, sound mixing, and original music by me, Luis López. Our creative director is Lory Martínez. Additional script editing by Maru Lombardo and Jeremías Juárez. Our production coordinator is Catalina Hoyos And our art is by...
Published 10/19/22
In this episode, Gavilán visits abuelo Lolo’s other best friend: don Rafa, who owns a bookstore and is the neighborhood’s unofficial historian. He tells him how this community acquired a taste for a musical style as heavily nostalgic as vallenato. Plus, Gavilán finally understand what his abuelo in particular was pining for.  CREDITS:  This show was produced by Studio Ochenta. Our executive producer is Lory Martínez. Story, sound mixing, and original music by me, Luis López. Our creative...
Published 10/12/22
In this episode, Gavilán shares the very particular style in which Colombian cumbia is danced in Monterrey. He also speaks to his abuela Yoya, who tells him how she met abuelo Lolo, back when he was an adventurous young man.  CREDITS:  This show was produced by Studio Ochenta. Our executive producer is Lory Martínez. Story, sound mixing, and original music by me, Luis López. Our creative director is Lory Martínez. Additional script editing by Maru Lombardo and Jeremías Juárez. Our production...
Published 10/05/22
In this episode, Gavilán catches up with a childhood friend, and accordionist named Paloma. She grew up listening to norteña music, and tells the story of how Lolo introduced her to vallenato, a musical style that found a new home in Monterrey, a city that already boasted a passion for the accordion. CREDITS:  This show was produced by Studio Ochenta. Our executive producer is Lory Martínez. Story, sound mixing, and original music by me, Luis López. Our creative director is Lory...
Published 09/28/22
In this episode, Gavilán wants to learn more about his abuelo, so he meets El Guacho, a vallenato musician and very close friend of Lolo’s. El Guacho tells him the story of the two rhythm instruments of cumbia and vallenato: the caja and the guacharaca, and how so many rhythms, and even a rather fortunate accident, trace their roots to these two sounds.  This week’s recommendation is the music of Gabriel Duéñez. He’s a sonidero from Monterrey, and he’s the one to thank for the “accident” that...
Published 09/21/22
Hi, Mija fans! The fourth season of our show Ochenta Cuentos comes out September 22nd! Ochenta Cuentos is an anthology podcast that showcases short fiction stories from all Latin American. This new season will share stories about animals and plants. We will publish 10 short stories from Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, Perú and Ecuador. All of the episodes will be available on our feed in English and Spanish! Follow us on social media to keep up with our news: IG:  @ochentapodcasts TikTok:...
Published 09/15/22
Gavilán lives in New York, but returns to his hometown of Monterrey, Mexico, for his grandpa Lolo’s funeral. Once there, he starts to discover that his grandfather, a famously stubborn musician who never wanted to leave the city, developed a fervent passion for Colombian vallenato. CREDITS: This show was produced by Studio Ochenta. Our excecutive producer is Lory Martinez. Story, sound design and original music by Luis López. Editorial direction by Lory Martinez, with editorial assistance...
Published 09/14/22
The city of Monterrey, Mexico absolutely loves Colombian vallenato. This music was born thousands of miles away from here, but each one of its elements–the rhythm, the accordion, the lyrical nostalgia–allow us to understand how it managed to grow roots in this city. Mija Podcast is back with a special season: "Mija Música." This 6-episode fiction miniseries tells the story of Gavilán, a young man who lives in New York, but returns to his hometown of Monterrey for his grandfather's funeral....
Published 09/07/22
Hi, Mija fans! As you all know at Studio Ochenta we are all about latino culture so today we would like to recommend Teikirisi: A podcast celebrating all things Cuban-American. hosted by Carmen and Fryda. You can listen to them on your favorite podcast app. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 06/17/22
Hi dear listeners. If you loved Mija, then you're gonna love Adventure in Atacama a show from the creative team that brought you Mija. Check out this first episode for a sneak peak at this interactive podcast starring an all LATINX cast, production and writing team. A flight attendant, a retired pilot and a luchador must find a missing marine biologist to save the world from a “proverbial” apocalypse - that is, IF YOU CAN HELP THEM DO IT! Welcome to Adventure in Atacama, an audio game where...
Published 04/29/22
Hi, Mija fans! While we work on some amazing shows for this year, we would like to specially recommend our newest podcast, Atlas Linguae. In each episode, experts from around the world discuss a wide variety  of language related topics.  Join our very own sound editor Luis Lopez every other Monday on a deep dive into the joyful, the challenging and the joyfully challenging aspects of everyday communication.  Atlas Linguae is an original production from Studio Ochenta available in English....
Published 01/19/22