BESE Explains: Hispanic

Which word best represents you: Hispanic, Latino or Latinx? In this episode of BESE Explains, Paola Ramos breaks down the history of “Hispanic” and why it’s been rubbing a lot of people the wrong way.

Folkslore | Cursed Purse

An old Chinese proverb says that a purse on the floor is money out the door! In this episode of Folkslore, we learn about one woman’s determination to do whatever it takes to keep her savings in her pocket and her purse off the floor. If you have a Folkslore story, share it with us! Call 1-833-GOT-LORE or send us a message at stories@bese.com.

Redefining Beauty with Cholas x Chulas | BESE Meets

With Cholas x Chulas, Nydia aims to create beauty products that appeal to the young, new Latinx consumer. These Latinx girls are changing the game—breaking traditional beauty trends and turning to more expressive makeup, incorporating adornment and gems. With its vibrant colors, multi-use products, and more, Cholas x Chulas is re-defining beauty altogether.

Real Talk: Brittney Scott

Meet Brittney Scott, the painter, and digital artist behind Community Meeting a safe space for creatives to openly talk about mental health in their community.

Folkslore: Amazing Aloe

In this episode of Folkslore, we learn about one woman’s obsession with aloe vera plants, and how they helped save her business. If you have a Folkslore story, share it with us! Call 1-833-GOT-LORE or send us a message at stories@bese.com.

BESE Explains | The Wall: Environmental Impact

Some of the most diverse biological regions in North America are in danger of being destroyed because of President Trump’s wall.

Real Talk: Sage Adams

Congratulations to the winner of our pilot competition, Ambar Navarro! Watch the first video in her series, “Real Talk.”
Multi-medium artist Sage Adams didn’t see themselves in traditional creative spaces, so they’re taking it upon themselves to change that.

Local Noise: San Cha

San Cha’s latest album, La Luz de La Esperanza, is a telenovela celebrating queerness in the face of mainstream and sexist telenovela tropes.

BESE Explains: Two Spirit

The term “Two Spirit” is being used by the Indigenous queer community to help them claim not just their gender identity, but their ethnic and spiritual heritage, too.

BESE Conversations: Breaking Glass

Take a behind-the-scenes look at our Breaking Glass event, where Willow Smith sat down with a panel of Latinx women who are changing the conversation in dance, music and fashion. #RAV4

Folkslore: La Llorona

Thinking of breaking your parents’ rules? Think again. The ghost of La Llorona may come and get you.

Local Noise: Naia Izumi

Breaking Glass: Breaking Glass

Riobamba is challenging stereotypes and creating new spaces for Latinx music. Meet the innovative artist and label owner in our third episode of Breaking Glass, presented by #RAV4.

BESE Explains: Census Citizenship Question

Adding a citizenship question to the 2020 U.S. Census survey may deter immigrants and other marginalized groups from answering truthfully.

Breaking Glass: The Dancer

Spend the day with Samantha Barriento, one of the most accomplished Latinx contemporary dancers in US history, in our second episode of Breaking Glass, presented by #RAV4.

Breaking Glass: The Fashion Model

Meet Jillian Mercado—one of the only professional models at the top of her industry with a disability—in our first episode of Breaking Glass, presented by #RAV4.