Ep. #1: Dance Floor Democracy | Hector Flores

In this episode of the NILC Freedom to Thrive podcast, host Victoria Ballesteros explores the powerful intersection of music and social justice with special guest, Hector Flores, co-founder of the band Las Cafeteras.

Join us as Hector shares his journey from social justice organizer to musician, highlighting the inspiration behind songs like "Caravana," "Vivas Nos Queremos," and "La Bamba Rebelde." Discover how his music serves as a voice for immigrant communities and a call to action for listeners everywhere.

Hector discusses the importance of telling stories of love, loss, and resilience within immigrant families, and the role music plays in changing perceptions and encouraging activism. He also reflects on the responsibility of artists to create spaces of joy and unity, and his hopes for reaching both immigrant communities and broader audiences.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the transformative power of music, the need for more artists to address social justice issues, and a heartfelt poem from Hector to close out the episode.

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