The Hola Laredo Podcast

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By: Relic Agency

Welcome to the Hola Laredo Podcast, part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. Hosted by Natasha Lye. The Hola Laredo Podcast is the guide to the best of Laredo, Texas. Explore this unique border town full of multicultural flair and history that resides by the Rio Grande. Listen and learn about the wonders of this historic city.

Mural, Mural On the Wall
#24
12/02/2021

Meet Sandra, one of Laredo's talented muralists and art educators. Join us, as Sandra shares what it takes to create one of the incredible murals you see around Laredo. Learn about some of the techniques used to bring these massive art pieces to life along with advice on how to get involved in painting murals. Sandra's passion for art carries over to her students as she helps inspire the next generation of artists.

Learn more about murals in Laredo here!
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Cultivarte & the Laredo Cultural District
#23
11/18/2021

Arts and culture are a staple in the Laredo community. Learn from Regina Portillo of Cultivarte and Telissa Molano of the Laredo Cultural District about the impact of the arts in Laredo. Join the duo as they explain how the Laredo Cultural District supports organizations and programs like Cultivarte as well as how Cultivarte advocates for local artists.

Cultivarte
The Laredo Cultural District
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The Hola Laredo Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Natasha Lye and produced by the team at Relic. Music is When...


The Laredo Film Society
#22
11/04/2021

 And action! Step behind the camera with the Laredo Film Society. Join us as we talk with Gabriela Treviño and Karen Gaytán, two of the founders of the film society. Learn about the role the Laredo Film Society plays in the community as well as the future of the society and what it will continue to bring to Laredo.

The Laredo Film Society
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Welcome to the Laredo Border Slam
#21
10/21/2021

Meet Armando X. Lopez, one of Laredo's talented slam poets. Join us, as Armando introduces us to the world of slam poetry and the community it has created within Laredo at the Laredo Border Slam. This brave and bold art form is a way for many to express themselves and Armando happily shares some of his own impressive work on this episode.

Check out Laredo Border Slam on Social Media:
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Dive into the Laredo Water Museum
#20
10/07/2021

The Laredo Water Museum is making a splash! Join us as Vivian Hernandez and Maria Romo break down the museum and water conservation efforts in Laredo. From crazy water consumption facts to interactive exhibits and even a beautiful toilet that lights up, you won't want to miss this episode.

Learn more about the Water Museum here.
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The Hola Laredo Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Natasha Lye and produced by the team at Relic. Music is When I'm With You by Scott Holmes


Birds of a Feather Flock Together
#19
09/23/2021

It's time to pull out your binoculars and a thermos of coffee, the Laredo Birding Festival is coming up on its 10 year anniversary. Manuel Juarez, the director of community engagement at the Rio Grande International Study Center, shares the history of the Laredo Birding Festival, what past year's festivals have looked like and a sneak peek into what the 10th anniversary holds. Whether you're an avid birder or new to the hobby, join the "birdiest" corridor in the U.S. to spot some of nature's flying gems.

Learn more about the Birding Festival here.
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Alexa, Play "All I Do Is Win"
#18
08/26/2021

Home to multiple sports teams and facilities, Laredo hosts athletic tournaments every year. Join Aileen as she shares what it's like to host a tournament in Laredo from classic sports to more unique ones. Partnering with the universities, stadiums and local leagues, Laredo is well equipped to hold soccer, baseball, boxing and beyond.

The Hola Laredo Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Natasha Lye and produced by the team at Relic. Music is When I'm With You by Scott Holmes

Visit Laredo: https://www.visitlaredo.com/

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I Love Laredo Friday
#17
07/08/2021

Aileen is back to share Laredo's newest initiative: I love Laredo Fridays. Whether you're a local, a past resident or have visited the vibrant community, I Love Laredo Fridays are for everyone. Each Friday it's time to don your Laredo swag, share your local favorites from parks, restaurants and pup-friendly places, and spread the love. You never know, you may even win a prize for participating! Grab your headphones and hit play to learn more.

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Take Flight at the Laredo International Airport
#16
06/03/2021

Buckle up for take-off, as this episode of the Hola Laredo Podcast takes to the skies with Jeffery Miller, director of the Laredo International Airport. Sit back and relax as Jeffery directs you through the many destinations the airport connects to. Hear his anecdotes from getting his own pilot license, what it's like running an airport and the impact of vaccine tourism. 

Laredo International Airport: https://www.flylaredotexas.com/

The Hola Laredo Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Natasha Lye and produced by the team at Relic. Music is...


A Team of Two Cities
#15
05/06/2021

Grab your glove and bat, this Hola Laredo Episode is all about baseball. Cuitlahauc Rodriguez, the general manager of the Tecolotes Dos Laredos, introduces us to the team of two cities. The Tecolotes play in both Nuevo Laredo and Laredo and have a proud fan base within both cities.

Check out the team: https://tecolotes2laredos.com/

The Hola Laredo Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Natasha Lye and produced by the team at Relic. Music is When I'm With You by Scott Holmes