El ‘Toro’ Valenzuela, Still Outside the Hall of Fame

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24
PROGRAM #10998 12:00 PM PT

El ‘Toro’ Valenzuela, Still Outside the Hall of Fame. 

Although Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela once again fell just short of induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, his vast legion of fans has not lost hope. The iconic Mexican pitcher was not selected in the latest vote by the Contemporary Era Committee. Yet, many continue to underscore his extraordinary historical impact on Major League Baseball and the cultural legacy he forged within Latino communities. What weighed on the decision? How are his achievements assessed today? A baseball expert examines the reasons behind this latest setback and the debate that keeps his candidacy alive.

Guest: Marcelo Canto, Sports Director, Hispanic News Service and Commentator, ESPN, Mexico City, MX.

A Flu Virus During the Holiday Season. Winter, with its family gatherings and indoor celebrations, creates the perfect conditions for the flu to spread. This year, specialists are warning about a more aggressive variant known as subclade K, which could increase infections and complications. What are its most common symptoms? Who is at higher risk and should prioritize vaccination? An expert explains how to protect yourself and enjoy the holidays without letting the flu spoil them.

Guest: Ricardo Correa, Spokesperson, American Medical Association (AMA), Cleveland, OH.

Celebration and Self-Care. Enjoying the holidays without neglecting health is possible. On the eve of Christmas, we share practical tips to navigate the season in balance—caring for nutrition, rest, and emotional well-being while avoiding excess. We also suggest realistic New Year’s resolutions to begin 2026 with healthier habits, as a family and community, and explain what to know about new restrictions on access to health services. How can we prepare, take care of ourselves, and start the year well?

Guest: Ilan Shapiro, Chief Health Correspondent and Chief Medical Affairs Officer, AltaMed, Los Angeles, CA.

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