Sunday, August 9, 2009

Interview with George L. Torres, "The Urban Jibaro"

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Cool Trivia for August 8th...
1794 - Joseph Whidbey and George Vancouver lead an expedition to search for the Northwest Passage near Juneau, Alaska

1860 - Queen of Sandwich Islands (Hawaii) arrives in NYC

1863 - American Civil War: Tennessee's "military" Governor Andrew Johnson frees his personal slaves.

1918 - 6 US soldiers are surrounded by Germans in France when Alvin York is given command and shoots 20 Germans capturing 132 more

1929 - 1st airship flight around Earth flying eastward begins

1970 - NY Yankees honor Casey Stengel, retiring his number 37 (BTG was there)

1974 - Pres Richard M Nixon announces he'll resign his office 12PM Aug 9

1987 - Lynne Cox became 1st to swim from US to Russia across Bering Strait

1988 - Temperature hits high of 88 on 8/8/88 in NYC

1989 - US space shuttle STS-28 launched

2007 - An EF2 tornado touches down in Kings County and Richmond County, New York State, the most powerful tornado in New York to date and the first in Brooklyn since 1889.


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4. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
5. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
6. My Sister’s Keeper
7. Talking of Pelham 1 2 3
8. Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
9. Ugly Truth
10. Away We Go
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GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra
Julie & Julia
A Perfect Getaway
Paper Heart
Cold Souls


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La Princesa de Cuba
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Highlights of Today’s Show
August 8, 2009

Yo Soy Latino had a few oops moments today. The gremlin monster paid YSL a guest appearance; however, we waded thru it and the show went on.

After delivering the local news, trivia and briefly tapping on fashion with Haydee, Jose introduced his listeners to today’s guest, the assiduous proactive Latino, George Torres aka “The Urban Jibaro”. Who is recognized by many as being a cultural activist, radio personality and founder of cultural online magazine Sofrito for your Soul. George tells us he was born and raised between Brooklyn and Bayamon and how he learned to apply the traditional Puerto Rican values with those he learned in the streets of East New York. And for those of you who are not familiar with East New York, it’s definitely an eye opener.

While his roots might be considered by some as burdensome not to this young man for it didn’t hamper or slow him down at all. Over the past 12 years he’s broaden his talents by developing projects that market to the urban Latino utilizing the internet and those locally.

His continued success includes a monthly open mic poetry/cultural showcase in Williamsburg Brooklyn. Something he founded with urban legend PaPo Swiggity from Espacio Latino. He is also a co-host on a radio show called Radio Capicu on Blog Talk Radio. However, it is in Sofrito for your Soul that you can feel and witness his passion. So if you’re into poetry and would like to submit something, (keep it clean it is a family-oriented site) you’re encouraged to send in your unsolicited material to him. You never know what can happen. You might even be discovered.

Clearly, George Torres affectionately known as “The Urban Jibaro” is one Latino on the move, setting his standards high and realizing his potential. His desire to empower the community to promote and document the evolution of Latino culture is commendable and one to be admired. Being from New York ourselves, we can appreciate the need to pass on such a legacy to others.

Now for those of you who are wondering how to contact Mr. Torres. George is easily accessible to anyone who desires to engage in conversation; and, if you wish to share your poetry and have it critiqued. The best way to reach him is online at sofritoforyoursoul.com.

You can also find him on Facebook, don’t be shy reach out! He’s always looking to make new friends. Shifting gears a little, if you get a chance, do listen to the archived shows on blogtalkradio.com/radio-capicu; I guarantee you’ll stay for awhile to enjoy the poetry.



Haydee's Slice of Fashion
Color it Black...
August 8, 2009
The hottest color this Fall 2009 is none other than your classic black. If you are like most with a soft spot for this color than you don’t have to do much with your wardrobe, except accessorize.

However, you can pull off the latest styles without running amuck at the stores purchasing. If you own several pants, skirts, or jackets that are ‘washable’ and are a dark shade like charcoal, gray, or navy blue, color it black! Just head for your nearest drug store and purchase a box of “black” dye. Not only will you save yourself a bundle but you can create these styles for yourself for a lot less—transforming some of those items within minutes while saving yourself some cash, which I might add you can use for other things like those stilettos you’ve had your eyes on!

Here are a few suggestions to jazz up some of those pieces:

Add a thick black belt. These can be found for cheap at most any department store today. When doing so consider a patent leather belt or a solid leather belt, even a velvet belt for the forthcoming holidays.

Also, big buttons! They are popping up all over, no pun intended. Two labels I think of right away for ideas are the designs of Baby Phat and Pamela Roland.

Take any jacket from your wardrobe. It can instantly give you a tailored look. Pair it off with a colorful printed blouse and maybe even add black beads or pearls with a nice pair of heels and you’re good to go. I know the runway is introducing the new tuxedo jacket but for me it reminds me of the Napoleon Bonaparte era and too masculine. I believe in femininity all the way. BUT, if that’s a style you can carry then by all means embrace it.

And don’t forget your scarves. We are seeing a lot of solid and thick-striped scarves on the runway. Add those to your accessory wardrobe. Moreover, big flowing sleeves are in for Fall 2009, as well as flowing wraps and wool ponchos. You can wear a wrap on its own, or cinch it with a belt and don’t forget LEATHER is big this season. It’s time to bring all your leather pieces out.

Large stones are a bold look. Check your local thrift store. These second hand costume jewelry can be bought for pennies. Instead of big buttons re-use the beads on shirts as a strategic accent by simply stitching the jewelry on. Just don’t over do it, and stick to simply embellishing the collar area.

Fashion really is about fun added by a little experimentation but ultimately it is an expression of your own personal style. So let your hair down feel the wind and be the diva I know you are!

Next week we have a great guest lined up for you, Denise Diaz from Jobs with Justice and Rene Plasencia founder of Rene’s Production, the company that produces and promotes lavish Latin events throughout Central Florida. So come back and join us. Until then, be safe and God bless.


Notes...
Kudos to Sotomayor!
August 6th marked a historical landmark. Not only is it the first time we have an African-American as President of these United States, we now have, because of this same President, a POWERFUL Latina as Supreme Court Justice.

This is a huge! Today she will be officially sworn in to serve on the highest court in the land for the rest of her life or until she steps down. We could well be seeing a change in the way the country acts towards its people from a legal perspective.

Just as Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream, this year surely has stirred those dreams in all of us.

We are in fact living through history in the making and we at YSL are privilege to be here to witness it.

Charley's Path
It has been five years since the wrath of Hurricane Charley officially hit the shores of Florida, 8/9/04.

We are still in hurricane season so if you are considering travel during this period carefully consider the potential dangers and inconveniences you will experience. Check your local weather channel before venturing out.