“Cumbia Somos”

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5

PROGRAM #10614 11:00 AM PT 

Extra Edition: “Cumbia Somos”. 

A new book, “Cumbia Somos,” traces through profiles and stories the evolution of the musical tradition of cumbia, a musical genre declared a cultural heritage of Colombians, from its origins on the coasts of Colombia to its entrenchment in popular taste throughout Latin America, through the iconic bands that have made it a commercial success, such as Totó La Momposina, Los Angeles Azules and Rigo Tovar. On the occasion of the book presentation in Fresno, CA, one of the writers talks about the role that cumbia has played as a cultural asset that connects the peoples of the continent.

Guest: Adalberto “Betto” Arcos, Co-Writer, “Cumbia Somos”, Radio Producer, Los Angeles, CA.

There’s Little Time Left to Sign Up for Medicare. The last day of Medicare open enrollment affecting 65 million people is this December 7. Anyone who misses the deadline will have to wait another 12 months to start a new plan or make changes to their current plan. What should Medicare beneficiaries know about new ways to save and other updates for 2024? How to choose the best plan for them?

Guest: Carolina Fortín-García, Bilingual Spokesperson, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Washington, DC.

Photo:Betto Arcos/Facebook 

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