Interview with Michele Ruiz

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Cool Trivia for December 5th...

1792 – George Washington re-elected US pres

1893 – 1st appearance of an electric car (built in Toronto) could go 15 miles between charges

1947 – Joe Louis beats Jersey Joe Walcott in 15 for heavyweight boxing title

1955 – Rosa Parks begins a historic bus boycott in Montgomery Alabama

1957 – NYC is the 1st city to legislate against racial or religious discrimination in housing market (Fair Housing Practices Law)

1978 – Free agent Pete Rose becomes highest paid baseball player, signs 4-year $32 million contract with Phillies

1982 – Herschel Walker of Georgia wins Heisman Trophy

1984 – Yankees trade catcher Rick Cerone to Braves for pitcher Brian Fisher

1987 – 53rd Heisman Trophy Award: Tim Brown, Notre Dame (WR)

1991 – NY Daily News files for protection under chapter 11

1993 – Astronauts begin repair of Hubble telescope in space

1993 – Carlos Reina wins Honduras presidential election

2008 – Human remains previously found in 1991 are finally identified by Russian and American scientists as those of Tsar Nicholas II (Russia last emperor)


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1. The Twilight Saga: New Moon
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3. 2012
4. Old Dogs
5. Disney’s A Christmas Carol
6. Ninja Assassin
7. Planet 51
8. Precious
9. Fantastic Mr. Fox
10. The Road
This Week’s Movie Releases...
Made for Each Other (2009)
Everybody’s Fine
Brothers
Armored
Transylmania
Up in the Air
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Macanudo Ascots
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Highlights of Today’s Show...
Saturday December 5th

Host, Jose Miranda, though shy a co-host goes on to delivery one incredible program as he bids a fond hello to all the listeners out there joining him for another lively and variety show which has proven to be full of engaging surprises.

Jose points out that Yo Soy Latino needs some help. Though much of the program is supported by the generosity of its advertisers and sponsors, however, given the financial market today YSL needs to reach out to the community as well. This is one intelligent and proactive program that should remain in the airwaves. It understands the culture and how people think, but mainly it represents you! So look deep into your hearts and send in your contributions of $5, $10, even $25 to:

WEUS / Yo Soy Latino
999 Douglas Avenue, Suite 3318
Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714

Let us know you care enough to keep this program going. Yo Soy Latino prides itself on quality shows — highlighting the positive accomplishments and talents of the men and women who have graced our airwaves and who they themselves faced countless challenges and struggles. These are the same individuals that now stand out as role models to us all.

This week was no exception as YSL was honored to have with them the lovely and talented Ms. Michele Ruiz. Michele is a five-time Emmy Award honoree and four-time Golden Mike recipient. While at KTLA, she won three of those Emmys and two Golden Mikes for her work on NBC4’s “Beating the Odds” series, and in 2002 was presented the LA Press Club Award for a series on autism. Serving 13 years on the Board of a non profit organization called “Para Ninos”. Today, she is the President and Co-founder of SaberHacer.com an integrated media company dedicated to the empowerment of Latinos by Latinos and for Latinos.

In addition to being recognized for her work in television, Michele has received two commendations for Outstanding Citizenship for Civic Contributions and Dedication to the Community by the City of Los Angeles. She was named Latina of the Year, Comision Femenil De Los Angeles. She also received the Certificate of Congressional Commendation from the U.S. House of Representatives; a Commendation Letter from the United States Senate; and, a Certificate of Recognition from the California State Senate.

It’s no wonder Jose had to take a deep breath after lauding Michele for all her many awards that he said, “Michele your accomplishments are just too many to list but I didn’t see where it said you did windows or cooked”. Suddenly, she burst out into a delightful laughter that caused a chain reaction in the studio as well. She replied, “Truthfully speaking that she didn’t get around to doing windows too much and rarely does she cook due to all the things she is currently involved with in SaberHacer.com”. Clearly understandable but, what an ingenious beginning to what will continue to be an entertaining session with this trail blazer entrepreneur!

One of the questions asked of Michele was, “As a minority woman in the world of men in television did she feel pressured at all?” Michele said, “She never felt under pressure in fact she felt that being a women minority actually helped out as the networks where under going minority awareness and needed a Latina”.

Then she mentioned that she had a co-worker who, later turned out to be a very good friend, on their first encounter would stare at her until she finally asked him what was wrong and he answered back saying he had never met a minority woman before, a startling insight. However, this was a part of the time and a learning experience for all involved.

What's more, Ms. Ruiz mentioned in the course of her conversation with Jose that her ideas of getting involved and making positive changes were stirred during her high school years. Although her career in journalism was the glue that made it all come together.

SaberHacer.com is the most expert-driven “how-to” company offering educational programs which are available to everyone. The topics covered can be as simple as understanding your telephone bill, to the importance of an annual mammogram, or even on how to write résumés and applying for positions, to talking to your doctor or your children about sex, and so much more. She wants to expand the Web site’s reach and content to include presentations in both languages, English and Spanish. Right now it is in English.

Whew! To hear more about this dynamo and SaberHacer.com listen to www.yosoylatino.us and check out today’s archived show. But, to learn more about SaberHacer.com or to contact Ms. Ruiz visit her Web site at www.SaberHacer.com. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.


Holiday Central — Wonderland to Savings...
Gifts Ideas for $10.00
December 5, 2009
Here are a few more gift ideas you might enjoy putting together which can help you save money while perhaps even heightening the spirit of the season.
Scrap book of collectibles for that special someone.
Pound of pistachios
For the pets, gourmet dog biscuits or cat treats
Baking pans and supplies
Small clock or radio
Pretty box for keepsakes
Colorful Post-It notepads
Child's artwork, framed
Deck of cards and book of card game rules
Homemade cocoa mix in a pretty jar
Collage of special photos
Gel pens and pretty stationary
Craft supplies
Pretty basket filled with special jams or mustards
Decorative napkins and napkin rings
Fancy chocolate bars tied with a ribbon
Gardening gloves with a plant or flower seeds
Photo album, hand decorated is even better
Makeup tote
Prepaid photo developing envelopes
Homemade cookie mix with instructions for baking
Fancy magazines tied together with a pretty ribbon
Gourmet popcorn and flavored oil
Locally made barbeque or steak sauce with basting brush
Movie theater gift certificates
Note cards and book of stamps
Picture frames, buy them on sale!
Specialty cookbook
Pretty glass jar filled with candy
Collectible sports cards
Favorite quote embroidered on a nice handkerchief
Variety of bread mixes
Pretty night shirt
Address book
Christmas ornaments
Puzzles
Blank video, cassette tapes, or CDs
Sewing supplies
Favorite quote embroidered on a nice handkerchief

Well that concludes this week’s broadcast. Thank you for your continued support and don’t forget to help keep the show moving on by your gifts. Radio is just radio without the support of its listeners. Join Jose and Haydee next week as YSL tackles the burning question of the moment “Is there life after Tiger?” Until then, this is Yo Soy Latino signing out.