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Ron Dennis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Christopher is a great storyteller! Listening to his podcast allows me to understand more about the Brown” Experience and look at my husband with kinder eyes! Love your work and your artistry!”
R L via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/23
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“Chris you are wild in the “Please Don’t Hate Me” episode. That being said, within the first 5 minutes of your previous girlfriend speaking - it was clear why you broke up. There are profound cultural, historical, and emotional issues that affect interracial (specifically white & non-white)...”Read full review »
Tamera from Baltimore via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/23
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“Brown Enough is the breath of fresh air. As a third-generation Latin man living in the U.S. I’ve often found myself feeling like I didn’t really have a solid home base, a community of sorts. My white peers often saw me as token and because I didn’t have a strong connection to my roots, I never...”Read full review »
NickyJay L. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/23
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“Christopher Rivas gives it to you straight with no chaser. Every second is worth listening to. If you gave this show anything less than 5 🌟, your out of your mind. Gracias Christopher for reppin the Latinx Cultura. Pa’lante! ✊🏼❤️✊🏼”
G.Alvaré via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/22
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“I was legit looking for this 👌🏽🌹wonderful voices.”
Michael and Emma via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/01/22
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“I listened to all of the podcast in an afternoon. Each one was incredibly informative. Thank you for spreading much knowledge and helping to heal old wounds.”
Freeleo... via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/22
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“Her first definition of assimilation was correct. Her second definition is multiculturalism or diversity and inclusion.
Shedding your foreign identity, and embracing the perceived identity of Those in power is what colonists and those who hold power wanted.
Assimilation is how they want you to...”Read full review »
jackitup via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/22
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“The weave of personal and Rubi’s story got me reflecting deeply. As the show has evolved to Brown Enough, I’m eager to keep learning, and healing, about Brownness in our white-centered world. Highly recommend! Awesome work Chris! 🙌🏽”
Peaceoftheheart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/22
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“Listening to this was so fun, educational, and healing. Chris Rivas explores Porfirio Rubirosa, James Bond, identity, culture, racism, machismo, history, and so much more. His voice draws you in, whispering in your ear (literally that happened in an episode). He also takes you on the adventure...”Read full review »
Delia dlV via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/22
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“Another fascinating story in history short changed by a journalist, and I use this term loosely, who makes his subject about himself and self promotion. In all fairness, I battled my way through about half of the first episode until I learned there are more knowledgeable and trusted sources on...”Read full review »
Young.Neil via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/22
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“Host does a great job at presenting the story of Rubirosa and intertwining it with his own. A great line up of speakers he has join through the season. I highly recommend this to anyone who loves history, Latino identity & cultura✨”
Drf14c via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/22
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“Super informative, interesting, great storytelling. Christopher Rivas seamlessly spins a yarn about Porfirio Rubirosa and examines his own life, similarities in trajectory, cautionary pitfalls, etc. really entertaining, beautiful story, I could listen to him all day. Check this out!!”
Arsnl1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/22
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“I stumbled across an ad for this podcast just before boarding an 8am flight. I downloaded the first few episodes, gave the first a listen and Found myself hooked.
Such an interesting story on Rubirosa, but I also found Christopher’s story completely relatable as a child of immigrants....”Read full review »
Akp90 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/30/22
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“I was hooked on this podcast immediately! Christopher Rivas is a storyteller and switches between his own narrative and the story of Rubirosa so beautifully. I absolutely loved the interviews of fans of Rubi and friends and family of Christopher. I laughed and cried throughout the series and...”Read full review »
chapinaamy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/22
“I listened to this podcast in full, before leaving a review. The host was interesting but at times can tell he is not a natural storyteller. Can tell he is reading a script of sort. I was hoping for more information and background on Rubirosa than what was in the Vanity Fair article. The podcast...”Read full review »
mliri via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/22
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“I really enjoyed this podcast, I was familiar with James Bond the movies but never know who it could be based on. I really like how it provided history and a part of your live and not to be shame where you come from.”
Ms. Rosas92 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/22
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“Initially I tuned in to hear about the exotic story of Rubirosa. But as I kept listening, it intrigue me to hear about a split culture personal experience with the storyteller. As a Latina, it’s relatable, insightful and hilarious. Reminds me of …Junot Diaz written.”
dancingcurls via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/22
“This show is a great example of how our social worlds- our culture’s, our histories, our hero’s, and community -inform how we see ourselves and how we make meaning of our lives. While this IS a show about Rubirosa, it is also about the human condition. Wanting to be loved, wanting to belong,...”Read full review »
TLebron via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/22
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“What a fantastic podcast! The discovery of self while weaving in an iconic story like Porfirio Rubirosa that not many heard of! This reminded me so much of my grandfather who was heavily involved in journalism in DR and NYC.”
Denese D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/22
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“Started off strong and then the podcaster made it completely about himself. I was hoping to learn more about Rubi and hear exciting stories but CR just kept bringing it back to himself. This could’ve been a three or four episode podcast. He didn’t need to drag it out for 10 episodes especially...”Read full review »
Sunlvngal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/22
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“This podcast gave us everything! We learned, laughed, cried, were in shock, incensed… the podcast took us through every emotion! Chris is a great storyteller and I will definitely tune in for future episodes. Congratulations!”
Kikitice via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/22
“I really wanted to like this show, but the host spends half the time talking about his own life and family. I wanted to hear about this famous Rubirosa that Bond was based on. Instead we get the story of a guy who struggles with his identity as a Dominican American? Couldn’t listen after a few...”Read full review »
977478 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/22
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“Not only i heard the story of Porfirio Rubirosa & Rivas journey to find himself. I also find my self asking questions about my own experience as a brown Tiguere. This have been a great aventura that make me feel like i was with Cris on his journey from his apartment in queens to tio peto...”Read full review »
Mr anakonda via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/22
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“This podcast perfectly weaves the life of Rubirosa and Christopher’s journey to explore his Latinidad and Brownness in a world that is often blind to us. It speaks so deeply to my personal journey to be proud of my Brownnes, reclaiming my Mexican identity and my ancestral language. Listening to...”Read full review »
Daniel MexNYC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/22
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“I couldn’t wait to hear the next episode. How have we never heard of this person before! Fascinating bit of History and the narrators affection for this complicated character shines through!”
bitstory via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/22
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“I appreciate this podcast so much. I have a very surface understanding of DR and Haitian history. I knew of the white supremacy but this podcast gives me a deeper understanding. it sounds like so much of Latin America. To think I almost decided to abandon it after the first episode.”
Alderete de la peña via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/15/22
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“Porfirio Rubirosa sure sounds like he could have been the inspiration for James Bond. Great storytelling!”
adobeigloo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/15/22
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“I find the conversations to be very thought provoking, def subscribing!”
Belinda035 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/22
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“This Podcast is so much more than just Rubirosa (which you definitely learn about here)! I love how Christopher puts so much of his story and journey into it as well. It definitely resonates with me as a Dominican, but I feel like everyone can find the beauty in it. Wonderfully told and highly...”Read full review »
Thony Mena via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/22
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“Listening to this podcast is bringing up many things a Latino goes through. Excellent! Excellent! Excellent podcast. This has to be the first of many stories Christopher Rivas needs to tell. He is exceptional!”
Jorge A Quezada via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/22
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“The trailer/synopsis gets you with an exciting historical biography, but actually turns out to be a public therapy session. Too much of the host and his story and struggles. I get you have to relate or bring some of yourself to a story, but not what I expected. I just finished episode 8, so maybe...”Read full review »
fcrespin007 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/22
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“A wonderful glimpse into one of the many fascinating historical figures we never learned about because of our whitewashed history. It's also a heartfelt examination of the host's own identity and life, posing lots of great questions and discussing important matters (e.g. identity,...”Read full review »
aeokae via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/22
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“Thought this would be just a fun podcast but turned out to be so much more! It’s thoughtful, educational, and intriguing. I love it! Keep up the great work!”
LGAllen08 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/22
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“This podcast is so well executed! Christopher is an engaging and charismatic host oozing with insight and personality. Each episode is fascinating, funny, thought provoking, and oh-so-relatable. It addresses conversations that we need to be having. Highly recommend!”
singtome23 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/22
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“Beautiful and probing story, asking big questions about masculinity, race, and personal history. Magnetic storytelling filled with meaning and even more meaningful questions.”
Yes. To. This. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/22
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“Christopher Rivas does an amazing job telling the story of Rubirosas captivating life. Beyond learning of this incredible man’s life you also get to fall in love with every guest Chris brings along for the ride. Hearing the love pour from each and every person Chris brings onto the show was truly...”Read full review »
tasteofhands via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“It’s so interesting and great story telling!”
gigibklyn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/22
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“Excellent podcast. Both informational with its historical context and its weaving of contemporary issues and background.”
kaveloz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
“Christopher Rivas is a magnificent storyteller. It’s investigative journalism meets modern day theater meats self-reflection. Built for a curious audience. Get ready to question and get excited by possibility…because with Rubirosa - truly anything is possible!”
-WhitRho via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
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“I’m fascinated by the person to whom the character of James Bond was inspired by. To know that it was a Dominican that inspired the most interesting man in the world. I even went online to find his voice just to hear what he sounded like. I'm Dominican myself and I'm proud of this part...”Read full review »
Psol77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/19/22
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“I can’t wait for the new episodes to drop! I’m Dominican and not aware of Rubirosa so getting to learn about him from someone who shares my heritage with some of his own lived in experiences sprinkled throughout is a treat! If this is an indication of Chris’ communication and artistic style, I...”Read full review »
Massiel85 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/19/22
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“Although this this podcast had its really informative and entertaining moments it is of course a woke rendition of the Rubirosa story and Dominican history. Stick to Rubirosa’s bio for more of the real feel flavor his environment.”
NJFinanciera via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/22
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“I enjoy you intertwining Rubirosa’s story with yours. I audibly gasp at nose job reference.”
Tlynn813 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“This podcast is amazing, historically brilliant and effortlessly interesting m!”
bmcphers010892 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“I learned about Porfirio Rubirosa through family tales. It’s rumored that he often stayed in Trujillo’s mansion in San Jose de las Matas, a province outside of Santiago, Dominican Republic, where my parents are from.
Like Christopher, I’m obsessed with Rubi and have done extensive research. I...”Read full review »
Gomezm3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“Christopher, the way he incorporates his guests, and the content are beyond intriguing. This podcast really holds my attention and leaves me with many “Whoa, I didn’t know that” moments. The history, the humor and the flow is quality. I highly recommend it.”
LauRiv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“I Love The Story great Podcast from a American Born Dominican I appreciate your effort and compassion for our history that is slowly being lost or forgotten One Thing i will say is your father attutude towards his own people is sad we are way more than he make us out to be and that is a problem...”Read full review »
litofleeto23 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/22
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“I have been a fan of Chris Rivas for a minute and I was so excited to listen! And he did not disappoint. I have never heard history in such an entertaining way. Do yourself a favor and listen!”
Giggty90 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/16/22
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“I learn, I laugh, I think differently about our current world and all the dominos that have to fall to get us exactly right here. The host, Chris, is super charming and real too. What more could you possibly want in a podcast??”
pjancy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/16/22
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