The Fina Mendoza Mysteries
It's "The West Wing" meets "Nancy Drew" - a podcast for little girls and political junkies. Legend says whoever sees the Demon Cat of Capitol Hill is cursed. Fina Mendoza, the 10-year old daughter of a congressman, just saw it. Can she save her family from “cat”astrophe? These are the Fina Mendoza Mysteries. www.finamendozamysteries.com
Losing is Democratic 2025 Part Two
It's the fourth anniversary of an attack on the US Capitol by angry voters. Some are trying to downplay the event. This is a story told from the point of view of the 10-year-old daughter of a member of Congress who was on the House Floor that day. It's designed to help adults talk to children about January 6th.
It's based on the Fina Mendoza Mysteries novella "Losing is Democratic" by Kitty Felde, available as an ebook or paperback. You can purchase an autographed copy here.
Losing is Democratic 2025: How to Talk to Kids About January 6th Part One
It's the fourth anniversary of an attack on the US Capitol by angry voters. Some are trying to downplay the event. This is a story told from the point of view of the 10-year-old daughter of a member of Congress who was on the House Floor that day. It's designed to help adults talk to children about January 6th.
It's based on the Fina Mendoza Mysteries novella "Losing is Democratic" by Kitty Felde, available as an ebook or paperback. You can purchase an autographed copy here.
A Fina Mendoza Mysteries Christmas 2023
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysterious animals in the U.S. Capitol.
It's Christmas in Washington, a time to remember family traditions and Capitol Hill traditions. Fina and her sister get a very special opportunity to light the Capitol Christmas Tree. Find out more about the cast at the website.
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries podcast is based on the books Welcome to Washington Fina Mendoza and State of the Union, by Kitty Felde, published by Chesapeakepress.org.
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Thanksgiving 2024
We celebrate Thanksgiving with Fina and the Mendoza family as they leave Washington to visit relatives in Los Angeles. Fina worries that the curse of the Demon Cat will follow them to California.
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysterious animals in the U.S. Capitol.
Writer/Producer - Kitty Felde
Our cast includes:
Amy Solano - Fina Mendoza
Monica Vigil - Gabby
Raul Garza - Papa
Christine Avila - Abuelita
Imelda Hinojosa - Tia Cat...
Celebrating Dia de los Muertos
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysteries in the U.S. Capitol...and teaching civics along the way.
Join the Mendoza family as they celebrate not only Halloween, but also Dia de los Muertos.
Here's a link to the FREE curriculum for this episode.
You'll find more eductional materials on our Facts Behind the Fiction blog at the website.
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries are based on the novels WELCOME TO WASHINGTON FINA MENDOZA and STATE OF THE UNION, written by Kitty Felde.
S2; EPISODE 18 - SEASON FINALE - The Message from Chickcharney
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysterious animals in the U.S. Capitol.
In Episode 18, all of Washington is talking about the capture of the Burrowing Owl that pooped on the president during the State of the Union address. But not about Fina. Papa's political fundraiser with LA food trucks seems to be a huge success. And Fina gets a very special letter.
Want to know the Facts Behind the Fiction in this episode? This week, we highlight some of the more creative political fundraising events...
Tracking the Bird that Pooped on the President
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysterious animals in the U.S. Capitol.
In Episode 17, Fina and her loyal canine companion Senator Something track down Chickcharney in one of the U.S. Capitol's parking garages. But will Fina learn the bird's secret message?
Want to know the Facts Behind the Fiction in this episode? This week, we explain what's up with the construction in the Rayburn Garage.
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries are written and produced by Kitty Felde.
Our cast includes:
It's All Happening at the Zoo
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysterious animals in the U.S. Capitol.
In Episode 16, Fina's investigation takes her to the National Zoo where she finds out more about the Burrowing Owls. But Fina's client Monica suffers a major setback.
Want to know the Facts Behind the Fiction in this episode? This week, we explain Congressional Subpeonas.
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries are written and produced by Kitty Felde.
Our cast includes:
Amy Solano - Fina Mendoza
Steven Cuevas...
Abuelita Come Home!
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysteries in the U.S. Capitol.
Fina uses her detecting skills to help her father find her grandmother who has run away from home. Their search takes them to a church basement kitchen.
Want to know more about the Facts Behind the Fiction? This week, our blog takes a look at a Congressional Work Week. How much does Congress really work?
Our cast includes:
Amy Solano - Fina Mendoza
Steven Cuevas - Papa
Solving the Mysteries of Fractions and Chickcharney
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries follow the adventures of the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman, investigating mysteries in the U.S. Capitol.
Fina discovers some important clues about the mysterious bird that pooped on the president. Her teacher helps her solve some difficult math problems. And Fina tries to solve the mysteries of dogs.
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries are written and produced by Kitty Felde.
In Episode 14, Congressman Arturo Mendoza scolds his mother for participating in an immigration protest at the U.S. Capitol - and then going on TV to talk about it...
