Funded by the California Department of Social Services, The Stop The Hate Program consists of grassroot organizations working collectively to stem the rising tide of hate.

https://stopthehateca.org/

Stop the Hate

Radio Bilingüe produced educational messages on substance use disorder prevention and treatment. Funded by the CA Department of Health Care Services and the Center at Sierra Health Foundation.

Bridging The Gap: Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Prevention

Songs and Pomes for Change is a series of music and poetry commissioned by Radio Bilingüe as part of the PoderArte project funded by the Latino Community Foundation and the CA Arts Council Creative Corps program.

Songs and Poems for Change - PoderArte

Arturo Vargas from Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan sings El Pastor at the ¡Viva el Mariachi! Festival in 2004—Listen to the live performance!

Mariachi Vargas - El Pastor

PoderArte, a project funded by the Latino Community Foundation and The CA Arts Council.

https://latinocf.org/poderarte/

Los Hijos de la Banda - Vamos Votando

Poema del Inmigrante by Claudia Melendez. Melendez is a journalist and poet who was raised in Puebla, Mexico. Her poetry has been published in Journal X, Latino Literature, La Raiz Magazine, and others. She received 2022 Red Wheelbarrow Poetry Award. This Spanish-language poem explores Latino pride and the rights of the immigrant community. 

PoderArte, a project funded by the Latino Community Foundation and The CA Arts Council.

latinocf.org/poderarte/

Poema Del Inmigrante, Claudia Meléndez

Funded by the California Department of Social Services, The Stop The Hate Program consists of grassroots organizations working collectively to stem the rising tide of hate.

https://stopthehateca.org/

Experincing Bias - Testimonial - English

Experiencing Prejudice  - Testimonial - Spanish

Experiencing Hate - Testimonial - English

Displacement A Sign Of Prejudice - Vignette - Bilingual

Stop An Overdose- Youth Radio-Bilingual Ed. Message

Peer Pressure - Youth Radio-Bilingual Ed. Message

Starting 01/01/2024, a new law in California allows adults aged 26 to 49 to qualify for full-scope Medi-Cal regardless of their immigration status, and it will not be considered a public charge. All other Medicaid eligibility rules, including income limits, will continue to apply.
Medi-Cal is health insurance that provides free or low-cost medical services for low-income children and adults. You can apply for Medi-Cal in person at your county social services office, by mail by filling out a simple and single application and sending it signed to your county social services office, by phone by calling your county social services office, or online by simply searching "get Medi-Cal," which will direct you to the California Department of Health Care Services website. The process takes about 45 days, so the sooner you apply, the sooner you will have health coverage.
Message made with the support of the California Health Care Foundation.

Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost medical services for low-income children and adults

You have the right to health insurance through Medi-Cal regardless of your age or immigration status. Ana Vargas, a chronic disease specialist from the Monterey County Health Department, advises that if this is your first time applying for Medi-Cal, become informed about where and how you can obtain enrollment services.
"When people receive their Medi-Cal card from the state of California, for many it is something unfamiliar, and they don’t know what the Medi-Cal card is. With this card, you can make an appointment. If you do not have a list of clinics to take Medi-Cal insurance, a Medi-cal representative can help. If you still do not have Medi-Cal, do not put it off. Ask at your community clinic how you can apply. Medi-Cal offers free or low-cost medical coverage to low-income families."
Message made with the support of the California Health Care Foundation.

Part 2: How to access Medical regardless of immigration status with Ana Vargas

If you live in CA and still don’t have health insurance, you have the right to full-scope Medi-Cal. Ana Vargas, a chronic disease specialist from the Monterey County Health Department, shares her outreach strategies to help the most vulnerable communities enroll. "We have a collaboration among various agencies that are doing Medi-Cal outreach, some agencies that have Triqui and Mixteco speakers to help those people. And most of the time, we meet at community events. We are responsible for working one-on-one with the community and agricultural workers to identify the barriers they face in applying. One of the reasons undocumented people do not apply for Medi-Cal is the fear that it might affect them if they ever seek a pathway to citizenship. In these community discussions, it is reiterated that in California, receiving Medi-Cal is not considered a public charge." Message made with the support of the California Health Care Foundation.

Part 1: How to access Medical regardless of immigration status with Ana Vargas

Are you expecting a baby? Did you know that going to the doctor as soon as you find out you're pregnant can help you avoid many health problems for you and your baby? Pregnancy is a stage full of changes for the mother, and it is important that you take care of your health and that of your future child.
If you do not have medical insurance that covers your pregnancy and are not receiving medical care, apply for full-scope Medi-Cal as soon as possible. In California, all qualifying individuals, regardless of age or immigration status, can apply for Medi-Cal. Medi-Cal is a free or low-cost health insurance for families with limited incomes, and it covers all pregnant women and their children.
Don’t be afraid to share information about your immigration status because everything you share in you Medi-Cal application is kept confidential and secure, and it is not considered a public charge. Ask at your community clinic how you can enroll in Medi-Cal to take care of your health and your baby’s health.

Accessing Medi-Cal during pregnancy

Did you know that starting this year, everyone in California has the right to Medi- Cal coverage? Regardless of age, and immigration status.

"Medical is subsidized by the state."

Dr. Ilan Shapiro from AltaMed Health Services explains to us:

"We want this service, funded by state resources, to be used. It has nothing to do with immigration status. And if you have any questions, please talk to the Medi-Cal staff, they are very helpful and provide information in both Spanish and English to help you find your best option."

Visit your community or county clinic and ask about this expansion authorized by the California government.

"We need to be healthy and well to be there for our family, our work, our schools... For everyone!"

Message made with the support of the California Healthcare Foundation.

Did you know Medi-Cal is available to all low-income, undocumented immigrants in CA?

PSA Translation: 

Attention!
You can and should still renew your Medi-Cal health coverage. Maira Álvarez, president of Children Partnership, confirms that many are losing their benefits: 

"Since this renewal period began, 1.2 million Californians have lost their coverage. It didn't have to happen..." It is urgent that you update your information. The California government wants to support you.

 "We want to assure you that if you've had a change in income or household, these are changes you need to report to the county so you can renew your Medical."

For more information and help, visit the nearest community or county clinic.

"The process doesn't have to take much time, but we need to take these steps to ensure you can stay covered."

 Message made with the support of the California Healthcare Foundation.

Many people are losing their Medi-Cal coverage, don't let it happen to you

Medi-Cal now covers all eligible low-income individuals regardless of age or immigration status. If you live in Coachella or nearby areas, you can get free help enrolling in Medi-Cal at Innercare clinics. They can also assist you in renewing your Medi-Cal if you lost it due to not completing the forms sent by mail. For more information or to make an appointment at a clinic in the Coachella area, call 760-398-5229. This message is brought to you with the support of the California Health Care Foundation.

Help with Medi-Cal enrollment in Coachella

If you live in Imperial County and want to enroll in Medi-Cal or need to renew it, the Innercare clinics offer free assistance. The Innercare clinics are open Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM and are located in Brawley, El Centro, Niland, and Winterhaven. For information or to make an appointment, call 760-344-9951. This message is brought to you with the support of the California Health Care Foundation.

Help with Medi-Cal enrollment in Imperial County

Since mid-April, people enrolled in Medi-Cal have received renewal notices by mail. This process will extend until 07/31/2024. For some people, their Medi-Cal insurance renewal will be automatic, but most will need to complete a renewal package with updated information about their income and family size. Those who do not complete the renewal forms will lose their free or low-cost coverage under Medi-Cal. If you submit your renewal application but no longer qualify for Medi-Cal due to increased income, you could enroll in a subsidized private plan through the state insurance marketplace, Covered California. More information is available at MantengaSuMedical.org

Submit your Medi-Cal renewal application today

Vamos Votando by Fernando Eloy Baños. Fernando Eloy Baños, an Oaxacan musician based in Bakersfield, CA, is the founder, producer, songwriter, and manager of Los Hijos de la Banda. This song encourages listeners to exercise their right to vote for the collective well-being of the community, including those who are unable to vote.

Vamos Votando,  Fernando Eloy Baños

Eres Valiente by Cambalache. Cambalache is a Son Jarocho band based in Los Angeles, CA. "Eres Valiente" features uplifting lyrics that celebrate the bravery and strength of immigrants facing low wages and a lack of safety nets. The song also emphasizes the importance of community support, reminding listeners: “Don’t forget there are community resources!” (Translated from Spanish).

Eres Valiente, Cambalache

El Corrido de Gabriel by Flaco El Jandro. Alejandro Gomez, also known as Flaco El Jandro, is a Chicano songwriter and musician from Salinas, CA. This song is set to a traditional corrido melody and narrates the story of a family member who was placed in a detention center for several months while the family sought resources to secure his release.

El Corrido De Gabriel, Flaco El Jandro

Them All Crazy by Luis “Xago” Juárez, a playwright, activist community storyteller, and neighborhood organizer who grew up in East Salinas. His bilingual, dialogic poem questions what makes some feel disheartened and uninterested in voting, particularly within the context of immigrant and agricultural communitas, and why we must turn our dissatisfaction into a vote at the polls.

Them All Crazy, Luis “Xago” Juárez

Asking For An Apology - Short Drama - Bilingual

Growing with Support: Latino Radio for Maternal and Child Health
The following PSAs are part of the series, Creciendo con Apoyo, delivering vital health and parenting information to Latina/o/x parents in Fresno County. Funded by the Packard Foundation, the series uplifts community voices and connects families with culturally relevant resources to support healthy pregnancies, births, and early childhood development.

You Have the Right to an Interpreter (Spanish)

Detecting High Blood Pressure Early (Spanish)

Estela Hernández is the Program Director at El Centro Binacional para el Desarrollo Indígena Oaxaqueño, where she promotes economic justice for Indigenous families and supports community members in achieving self-determination, justice, and prosperity. She is inspired to serve her community because of the injustices she witnessed growing up as part of the Triqui community. She reflects on her experiences growing up in the Salinas Valley, an area with a large Indigenous community working in agriculture, where their labor often goes unrecognized and they face many abuses.

Estela Hernandez - Vignette - Triqui

Your Medi-Cal Coverage Includes Free Dental Checkups: If you have Medi-Cal then you have access to preventative dental care at no-cost to you and your family. This includes Medi-Cal covered people of all ages, from infants and children to seniors.

Dental Check Ups Covered CA - Educational Message - Triqui

Event Promotion featuring Arte Américas - April 2025

Corina Correa, Arte Américas School and Family Program Coordinator, joined KSVJ programmer Samuel Rodríguez on Radio Bilingüe's Community Calendar to promote Arte's annual Día del Niño festival featuring live music, youth dance performances, engaging art activities, and bilingual books.

Community Calendar is a weekly one-hour program with current information on events and services for communities in Radio Bilingüe's areas of coverage. Artists and community-based organizations' outreach workers participate as guests to keep our listeners updated.

Community Calendar: Arte Américas 2025 Dia Del Nino

Línea Abierta Half Hour Segment with guest Adalberto “Betto” Arcos, Co-Writer, “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.

Edición Extra: Cumbia Somos 2024

In partnership with Arte Américas and the Consulado de México en Fresno, Radio Bilingüe co-hosted a “Cumbia Somos” book talk event by author Betto Arco. Attendees explored the cultural significance of Cumbia before enjoying a live DJ set of cumbia classics played by Radio Bilingüe program host Enrique Sánchez.  

Radio Bilingüe produced and aired this promotional announcement narrated by Betto Arcos prior to the event.

Calendar Announcement: Cumbia Somos Event Promo

Poet Juan Felipe Herrera: 30 Years, 30 Voices. 

The son of migrant farm workers, poet Juan Felipe Herrera was born in the area of Fresno, California, where a bilingual elementary school was recently named after him. Author of numerous poetry collections, he was named US Poet Laureate in 2015, when he launched his project “The Most Incredible and Biggest Poem on Unity in the World.” In this anniversary edition, and on National Poetry Month, Herrera engages listeners in a conversation on memorable books, the healing power of poetry and his decades-long collaboration with Línea Abierta.

Guest: Juan Felipe Herrera, former US Poet Laureate, Fowler, CA.

Photo: Maria de Jesus Gomez/Radio Bilingüe

For more information about Linea Abierta and to find previous shows visit our  Linea Abierta page.

Línea Abierta: Poet Juan Felipe Herrera: 30 Years, 30 Voices

Bilingual poet and spoken word artist Aideed Medina recites verses to encourage listeners to participate in the CA census. Her poems, commissioned by Radio Bilingüe, emphasize the need for marginalized people to stand up and be counted, in order to ensure security and prosperity for themselves and their families. 

These short educational poetry productions were featured throughout regular daily programming during 2020 and showed great success in creating census awareness and participation among our listeners. 

Medina is Pushcart Prize-nominated poet, award-winning spoken word artist, playwright, and author. In April 2025, Aideed was appointed as the City of Fresno’s seventh Poet Laureate



Poema del Censo 2020 by Aideed Medina

In this feature presentation, Radio Bilingue host and reporter Chelis Lopez takes Fresno listeners to the City of Oaxaca in Mexico, describing in rich detail the history and meaning of La Guelaguetza, the most important traditional Indigenous celebration of Southern Mexico, now practiced annually by thousands of Indigenous families in Fresno and other California communities. 

This year's top honoree was Juanita Hernandez, long-time voice of Radio Bilingue's La Hora Mixteca and Indigenous leader who revered from Fresno and the Valley to her hometown of Santiago Juztlahuaca, Oaxaca and Indigenous communities across Mexico.  

As Chelis Lopez says in her closing: "Yes, La Guelaguetza crosses borders!"

Feature: The Oaxacan celebration 'La Guelaguetza' continues to flourish

The Alliance for California Traditional Arts produced “Canciones del San Joaquín” in proud partnership with Radio Bilingüe. 

The Fresno Memorial Auditorium was filled with audience members who gathered in Downtown Fresno to enjoy the live concert. A diverse group of local composers and singers, representing a broad spectrum of regional and diasporic genres debuted ten newly commissioned works. 

Radio Bilingüe promoted the event on-air and will soon be airing the full concert and interviews with the performers for the enjoyment of those who were unable to attend in-person.

Despacho: ACTA presents Canciones del San Joaquín

Monday, October 20

3:00 PM EDT 
Controversial Supercomputer on the Banks of the Mississippi. Elon Musk hails his Colossus Artificial Intelligence supercomputer recently built in Memphis to be the most powerful in the world and the largest investment of its kind in the city’s history. Yet residents of historic South Memphis and environmentalists warn that its gas turbines bring massive air pollution, harm the health of impoverished neighbors, and strain the local aquifer. What are the risks and benefits of the project? How pervasive is the pollution? Who are the most affected communities? How was the permitting process carried out? How is the impact on neighbors being addressed?



This program is part of Radio Bilingüe’s series “Cuando se seca el arroyo – When the River Runs Dry,” a Walton Family Foundation-supported project focusing on environmental challenges facing farmers, fisheries and residents in communities along the Colorado and Mississippi River basins and the Pacific Coast, and their quest for sustainable solutions.

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