Línea Abierta Programming: Week of March 30, 2026

Celebrating 45 Years of Radio Bilingüe

MONDAY, MARCH 30
PROGRAM #11093 12:00 PM PT

“No Kings” Movement. Organizers of the national “No Kings” movement expect to see their largest turnout to date. With more than 3,000 demonstrations scheduled across the country, this mass protest —directed against President Trump’s policies on issues such as immigration and the war in Iran—is expected to grow even larger. The Twin Cities will host the main event, where Senator Bernie Sanders, Joan Baez, Jane Fonda, and Bruce Springsteen are scheduled to perform or speak.

Maduro in Court. Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores appeared in a New York court, facing charges of “narco-terrorism.” Maduro’s defense argues that he is a prisoner of war, that he enjoys head-of-state immunity, and that the Trump administration is blocking funds for his legal defense and thus his right to retain counsel. Here is a report on the case.

Deaths in ICE Custody Rise. Since the start of the second Trump administration, 46 immigrants have died while in ICE custody or detention. A colleague from our partner public radio network Mexican Institute of Radio (IMER) prepared an in-depth report.

Farmworkers Protest Wage Cuts in Fresno. Hundreds of farmworkers gathered outside the federal courthouse in Fresno to protest a wage-cutting policy that they say could affect thousands of families across the country. The demonstration coincides with a court hearing in a lawsuit seeking to block a new federal rule related to the program of visas for H-2A foreign workers. This is a news report.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 31
PROGRAM #11094 11:00 AM PT

Bobi Céspedes. At 80 years old, Bobi Céspedes opens the doors of her home in Oakland to share a life shaped by music, memory, and spirituality. A santera and singer, she speaks of her connection to the clave, her ancestors, and the women who inhabit her work, as in her album “Mujer y Cantante”. Her pieces will be featured in the Smithsonian Institution’s exhibition “¡Puro Ritmo!”. How do identity, heritage, and creativity intertwine in her story? This is a program in the series Thirty Years, Thirty Voices.

PROGRAM #11095 12:00 PM PT

First “Farm Workers’ Day”. California is replacing “César Chávez Day” with “Farm Workers’ Day” as a way to honor the thousands of “women and men whose hard work feeds our nation, and whose courage… has fueled a persistent fight to secure essential worker rights and recognition of their humanity.” Fresno-based artists, whose careers have been shaped by the historic farmworkers’ movement, come together to share their memories, celebrate the community’s resilience, and honor the ongoing struggle for equity and respect. This program is made possible in part by Measure P and The Kresge Foundation.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1
PROGRAM #11096 12:00 PM PT

Birthright Citizenship Under Attack. Today, the Supreme Court hears the case Trump v. Barbara, a case that could determine the right to birthright citizenship for millions of US citizens. Some legal observers argue that the attack on birthright citizenship is not just about immigration; it is an effort to rewrite the very rules of constitutional interpretation, and once the precedent is set, no right will be safe.

California Governor’s Race Forum. Today, the leading candidates for California governor are facing off in a debate on issues of concern to audiences in the state’s Central Valley, such as the rural economy—including the cost of living and the future of agriculture in California. Who’s on the ballot, what are the most contentious issues, and what does the road to June look like?

Sweltering Heat in Arizona. A new wave of extreme heat is once again breaking records in Arizona and exposing a silent crisis: the cost of surviving the climate. For many Latino families, air conditioning is no longer a luxury, but a necessity that is increasingly difficult to afford. As energy bills rise, cuts in investment and the impact of the war are making the service even more expensive. How are these communities facing a climate crisis that is also an economic one?

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THURSDAY, APRIL 2
PROGRAM #11097 11:00 AM PT

Opening Doors to Mental Health. Latino and Asian Americans face far greater difficulties in receiving mental health treatment, seeing a specialist, or taking antidepressants compared to those born in the United States. This is revealed by a study that also highlights the challenges these groups face in communicating, accessing resources, and navigating the healthcare system. What exactly do these figures show? Why does mental health care remain a challenge for many communities of color? How does this lack of access to prevention services impact issues like addiction? What is being done to open the doors to doctors’ offices?

Fewer Overdose Deaths: For How Long? After more than two decades of an opioid crisis that has claimed thousands of lives, the United States is beginning to see a decline in overdose deaths. Experts attribute this to years of investment in prevention, treatment, and access to healthcare services. However, how will federal cuts affect these care programs? What is happening in California? What factors explain the drop in deaths? What risks does the shift in current public policy pose? This is a special program in the “Closing the Gap” series, funded by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) through the State Opioid Response Grant (SOR).

PROGRAM #11098 12:00 PM PT

“Born in the USA.” The day after the Supreme Court heard arguments in Trump v. Barbara—a landmark case challenging the U.S. constitutional right to citizenship by birth—legal analysts discuss the constitutional arguments presented and what is at stake in this litigation.

Military-Based Police Assist in Arresting Immigrants. More than a dozen immigrants have been arrested by ICE with the help of police from a military base south of San Francisco, California. Experts warn that this collaboration could be violating a federal law that limits the use of military forces in domestic matters. What cases are being reported? Is there an established pattern? How are authorities responding to the questions?

A Language Gap. Thousands of students in California speak Indigenous languages from Mexico and Central America, yet remain largely invisible within the education system. The lack of accurate data and adequate interpretation services leaves many families unable to communicate with schools or advocate for their children. What are the consequences of this gap? How do Indigenous students and parents navigate classrooms that do not fully recognize their language and identity?

Rudy Acuña, Father of Chicano Studies, Dies. The eminent historian Rodolfo “Rudy” Acuña, a pioneer of Chicano studies and author of the seminal book “Occupied America: A History of the Chicanos”, passed away at the age of 93. To honor his memory, we present an interview originally broadcast on February 2, 1998, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, the agreement that formalized the end of the war between the US and Mexico and the annexation of more than half of Mexican territory by the United States. Acuña examines the ramifications of this traumatic historical event.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 3
PROGRAM #11099 12:00 PM PT

Mexico Edition. The United Nations has just inscribed on the List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity the theatrical ceremonies depicting the Passion of Christ in Iztapalapa, a community tradition that has been kept alive for nearly two centuries. On the main day of the performance, this report explores the impact of this religious tradition on community organization and the cultural identity of these neighborhoods in Mexico City.