The Little Radio Show

“The Little Radio Show” is a general-interest radio show hosted by Sandra Fernandez (@sandrasays). Topics include current events, arts & entertainment, business & technology, as well as Latinx lifestyle. Show segments include interviews with community members and topic experts.

TLRS Ep.84: A Introduction to Thrifting 06/08/2017

TLRS Ep.84: A Introduction to Thrifting This week on The Little Radio Show our cohost Anjelica gives us an introduction to the world of thrifting, with tips on everything from where to find the best thrift stores to how to find the best stuff. /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/14288687

TLRS Ep.83: How do you deal with failure? 06/01/2017

TLRS Ep.83: How do you deal with failure? This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about everything from our history with extreme weather in Houston and what makes us feel old everyday to how we deal with failure and how it affects us. /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/14288582

TLRS Ep.82: How much coffee do you drink? 05/25/2017

TLRS Ep.82: How much coffee do you drink? This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about our coffee obsession. How much coffee do you drink? /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/14288510

TLRS Ep.81: Stress (REWIND to Episode 59) 04/13/2017

TLRS Ep.81: Stress (REWIND to Episode 59) This week we continue our recording hiatus and once again we’re revisiting a previous episode. In this rewind episode we visit Episode 59, where we talk about how we deal with stress. What are our strengths and weaknesses? What do we do (or stop doing) when we start getting too busy? Original airdate October 6, 2016. /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/14288453

TLRS Ep.80: Breaking up with your friends (REWIND to Episode 54) 04/06/2017

TLRS Ep.80: Breaking up with your friends (REWIND to Episode 54) This week we continue our recording hiatus and once again we’re revisiting a previous episode. In this rewind episode we visit Episode 54, where we talk about the very awkward circumstances that may (will) prompt a need to stop being friends with someone. When is it time to cut the cord? How do you approach it? Original airdate September 1, 2016. /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/14288405

TLRS Ep.79: The Outtake Episode 03/30/2017

TLRS Ep.79: The Outtake Episode This week we continue our recording hiatus and once again we’re revisiting previous episodes. In this episode we feature outtakes and previous conversations that were cut due to time constraints. /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/14288261

TLRS Ep.78: Feeling old and fearing failure (REWIND to Episode 30) 03/23/2017

TLRS Ep.78: Feeling old and fearing failure (REWIND to Episode 30) This week we continue our recording hiatus and once again we’re revisiting a previous episode. In this rewind episode we visit , where we talk about the things that make us feel old, including how our attitudes and behaviors have changed. We also take a look at failure, our fear of failing and how this impacts our ability to take risks and try new things. Original airdate February 11, 2016. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5394779

TLRS Ep.77: Latino Food in Houston (REWIND to Episode 5) 03/16/2017

TLRS Ep.77: Latino Food in Houston (REWIND to Episode 5) This week we continue our recording hiatus and we’re revisiting a previous episode. In this rewind episode we visit one of our favorite episodes, , where we talk about our favorite dishes, the foods our mothers and grandmothers made us, and the different types of Latino food in Houston. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5394757

TLRS Ep.76: Is it important to be bilingual? (REWIND to Episode 1) 03/09/2017

TLRS Ep.76: Is it important to be bilingual? (REWIND to Episode 1) This week we're on a recording hiatus, so we're revisiting a previous episode. In this rewind episode we visit our inaugural episode of The Little Radio Show, , where we discuss being bilingual, its challenges and benefits, and whether or not it’s important to make sure the next generation of Hispanics in the US speak Spanish. Original airdate was July 11, 2015. The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). The show’s website is . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5394724

TLRS Ep.75: Our favorite Netflix shows 02/16/2017

TLRS Ep.75: Our favorite Netflix shows This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about our favorite new (and not-so-new) Netflix shows. These include: “One Day at a Time” is garnering a lot of attention. It’s a reboot of a 1970s/1980s hit sitcom that launched the career of . The new version, a Netflix original, has a mostly Hispanic cast and focuses on three generations of a Cuban-American family. plays the mom, a newly-separated military vet who has recently-returned from the Middle East. Of particular interest is the fact that the show marks ’s return to the (small) screen. We talk about our opinions on the show. “” is revisited … enough said. And we take a look at “A Series of Unfortunate Events,” Netflix’s take on Lemony Snicket’s children’s book series. The Netflix version has taking the role of Count Olaf, the villain. What have you been watching lately? “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5099117

TLRS Ep.74: How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? 02/09/2017

TLRS Ep.74: How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about how (some of us think that) Valentine’s Day is the most hated holiday around. In particular, we discuss the pressures surrounding the celebration, and it’s impact on our perceived social standing. Did you know that Juan & Anjelica were married on Valentine’s Day? We learn a little more about how my co-hosts celebrate (or don’t) this important date. What do you consider romantic? How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? Share with us! “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5076213

TLRS Ep.73: Digital Divide 02/02/2017

TLRS Ep.73: Digital Divide This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about how a Mexican college robotics team recently won a NASA competition. A team from UNAM sponsored by NASA and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Congratulations! Did you know that on your home internet? One of us recently had the experience of going over the limits. Learn more about what happens when you go over yours. We take a look at the Digital Divide. Despite advances in technology, that separates families by access to high-speed broadband internet. It’s more than just access to internet options, but the ability and knowledge on how to use it. Do you choose where to have coffee or lunch based on where they have good Wi-Fi? We do! And we know that many of you do as well. We talk about how this one little item has become so essential to where, and how, we spend our time. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5044078

TLRS Ep.72: Taxes are due, "Club de Cuervos" is back 01/26/2017

TLRS Ep.72: Taxes are due, "Club de Cuervos" is back This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about the beginning of tax season in the U.S. Federal income tax returns are due Tuesday, April 18, 2017. We talk a little about our personal experiences with taxes, the IRS and our best practices for getting your taxes done. Netflix’s “” has released its second season, and . Have you seen it yet? We think it’s awesome. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . (REMINDER: this show is for entertainment purposes; speak with a professional before making any decisions on tax, law, or finances.) /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5026644

TLRS Ep.71x: Inauguration 01/20/2017

TLRS Ep.71x: Inauguration On this Digital Extra episode of The Little Radio Show we talk about the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Did you watch it? We talk about why we did or didn’t watch the event and about the transition of power. We give our personal points of view, share our opinions in a very honest voice in this episode. You've been warned. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). Digital Extra episodes include content that didn’t run on the radio show due to time limits, scheduling or other (obscure) reasons. on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5026918

TLRS Ep.71: What’s on your bucket list? 01/05/2017

TLRS Ep.71: What’s on your bucket list? This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about our bucket lists: what’s on them, what we think we should add, and why this became this week’s topic. We also discuss January 6th, which we know as Dia de los Reyes Magos, which is Three Kings Day … but . “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/5008908

TLRS Ep.70: Happy New Year 12/29/2016

TLRS Ep.70: Happy New Year This week on The Little Radio Show we continue our conversation about the recent elections and how they’ve affected our relationships with friends and acquaintances. (This is part two of .) We also talk about 2016 -- what we liked, didn’t like, and what we accomplished. And, yes, we take a look at what we’d like to accomplish in 2017. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4950441

TLRS Ep.69: We break our “silence” on the elections 12/22/2016

TLRS Ep.69: We break our “silence” on the elections This week on The Little Radio Show we help Anjelica celebrate her birthday (did you know we LOVE birthdays?). Join us as we wish her a happy birthday. And we ask the question: Are you supposed to thank every person who sends you a birthday greeting on Facebook? We share part 1 of a two part conversation about the election of Donald Trump, what his becoming President-elect has meant to us and what we hope (and fear) about the new administration. And she share a throwback segment: we share our favorite Christmas memories. (This segment originally aired in 2016). “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4917086

TLRS Ep.68: Meet the Seguras -- Ashley Amanda & Jeff (part 2) 12/15/2016

TLRS Ep.68: Meet the Seguras -- Ashley Amanda & Jeff (part 2) This week on The Little Radio Show we continue our conversation with Ashley Amanda Segura, , and we bring in Jeff Segura, . Ashley blogs about being a young mom to a 1-year-old and other parenting and lifestyle topics. Jeff blogs about fatherhood, fashion, and other lifestyle topics. We originally invited Ashley to come onto the show to discuss how she handles it when people — especially in the blogging community — say (after being introduced) “oh, you’re Jeff’s wife!” This is in spite of the fact that she began blogging before Jeff (her husband) and actually has a larger audience. In this episode we bring in Jeff to get his point of view. You can follow Ashley at: You can follow Jeff at: “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4916607

TLRS Ep.67: A conversation with Ashley Amanda Segura 12/08/2016

TLRS Ep.67: A conversation with Ashley Amanda Segura This week on The Little Radio Show we talk with Ashley Amanda Segura, the voice behind New Mom in a New Era. Ashley blogs about being a young mom to a 1-year-old and other parenting and lifestyle topics. We invited Ashley to come onto the show to discuss how she handles it when people -- especially in the blogging community -- say (after being introduced) “oh, you’re Jeff’s wife!” This is in spite of the fact that she began blogging before Jeff (her husband) and actually has a larger audience. And we’re still trying to figure out why. Listen in and tell us what you think … and, be warned, this is part 1 of a two-part conversation. Next week’s episode includes us bringing Jeff into the studio to talk about this from his perspective. You can follow Ashley at: “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4898756

TLRS Ep.66: Happy Thanksgiving 11/24/2016

TLRS Ep.66: Happy Thanksgiving This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about what we’re doing for Thanksgiving -- from family traditions to what’s on the menu. We also talk about what we’re thankful for this year -- in our lives, careers, and families. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4860315

TLRS Ep.65: 9/11 memorial 11/17/2016

TLRS Ep.65: 9/11 memorial This week on The Little Radio Show Juan talks about a recent visit to the and we each discuss how this attack affected us individually. We also talk about Anthony Bourdain’s recent . We share what we liked, disliked and what was missing. As an unexpected extra, we’re sharing a brief outtake from an episode we did earlier this year in which somehow we discuss Kim Kardashian vs Marilyn Monroe. You have to listen to understand how that happened. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4809033

TLRS Ep.64: Kroger prepares for Thanksgiving 11/10/2016

TLRS Ep.64: Kroger prepares for Thanksgiving This week on The Little Radio Show we talk with Kristal Howard from The Kroger Co. about how our favorite grocery store prepares for big holidays, like Thanksgiving, and about some of the innovations they’ve put into place recently. And in this week’s PSA soapbox, Sandra reminds everyone to get more sleep, talking about some of the ways lack of sleep impacts your health, your productivity and your life. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4809013

TLRS Ep.63: Catching up 11/03/2016

TLRS Ep.63: Catching up This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about what we’ve been up to lately and why we seem (and are) so busy. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4808993

TLRS Ep.62: Halloween stories 10/27/2016

TLRS Ep.62: Halloween stories This week on The Little Radio Show we took a recording hiatus, so we’re revisiting a few segments from previous episodes. We share some ghost stories in honor of Halloween (from ). And we revisit our interview with Kathy Cano-Murillo, also know as Crafty Chica (from ). “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4808970

TLRS Ep.61: Bees are endangered 10/20/2016

TLRS Ep.61: Bees are endangered This week on The Little Radio Show we talk with Roselyn Wyatt, a marketing professor at St. Thomas University who is launching a new show on HMSnetradio.org that focuses on corporate responsibility and sustainability. She helps businesses be a strong force for good. We also talk about the fact that (for the first time in the U.S.) bees . Specifically, seven species of yellow-faced bees native to Hawaii have been added to the endangered species list by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4808932

TLRS Ep.60: #1Table2Families Israeli + Latino recipe contest 10/13/2016

TLRS Ep.60: #1Table2Families Israeli + Latino recipe contest This week on The Little Radio Show we talk with Karen Naumann, from the Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest United States, and with Vianney Rodriguez, from the Sweet Life food blog, about the “” Israel+Latino fusion recipe contest. The recipe contest is an interesting project that invites Houstonians to celebrate both cultures through food. Participation is easy: Create an original recipe that meshes the flavors of huevos rancheros and shakshuka. Submit your original recipe and a photo at . Semi-finalists are chosen through community votes (including your friends and family). The grand prize winner will win a weekend getaway at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott & Convention Center and the runner up will receive a gift certificate to Hugo’s restaurant. You can find more info, including contest rules, etc. at . “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4742946

TLRS Ep.59: Stress 10/06/2016

TLRS Ep.59: Stress This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about how we deal with stress. What are our strengths and weaknesses? What do we do (or stop doing) when we start getting too busy? We also take a look at some of our favorite (and not-so-favorite) project management tools, including Basecamp, Asana, Trello, Slack, and Dropbox. Which do you use? “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4742897

TLRS Ep.58: Val Around Town 09/22/2016

TLRS Ep.58: Val Around Town This week on The Little Radio Show we visit with Valerie Carmona, fashion blogger at . Discussion topics include: how to make an impression; dressing appropriate for the audience; fashion always evolving; and the importance of understanding your own style. Follow Valerie: On her website at On Instagram at On Twitter at On Facebook at “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4705772

TLRS Ep.56: QEPD Juan Gabriel 09/15/2016

TLRS Ep.56: QEPD Juan Gabriel This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about the passing of Juan Gabriel, our one year of podcasting, and a recent trip that Juan and Anjelica took to Los Angeles for their first commercial production. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4705721

TLRS Ep.55: It takes a village (called family) 09/08/2016

TLRS Ep.55: It takes a village (called family) This week on The Little Radio Show we take a moment to remind you to check and make sure that you’re registered to vote. There’s a big election coming up and we’d like to encourage everyone to get out and actually vote. Did you know that Blab shut down? We talk a little about our experiences with the service and about some changes coming to Facebook Live and Google Hangouts. We also take a look at how the first day of school illustrates how working mothers need help to make sure kids make it to everything they need. “The Little Radio Show” is on on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@), Juan Alanis (@), and Anjelica Cazares (@). on the or on , and keep up with new episodes. and keep up with new posts. The show’s website can be found at . /episode/index/show/thelittleradioshow/id/4642188

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