Octavio Blanco
Appears in 55 Episodes
She Let Her Customers Run Her Coffee Shop — And It Went Viral | Sarina Prabasi of Buunni Coffee
Sarina Prabasi co-founded Buunni Coffee in Washington Heights with her husband Elias in 2012 after moving from Ethiopia with two contacts, no business network, and a v...
Art, Anger & Accountability | Uptown Voices Live
Led Black and Octavio Blanco are back for another live Sunday session, bringing the energy, the community love, and the unfiltered conversations that make Uptown Voice...
"He Sold Out Harlem": Julien Segura's Blistering Critique of Al Taylor in the NY State Assembly Race
About This Episode:In this high-stakes episode of Uptown Voices, hosts Octavio Blanco and Led Black sit down with Julien Segura, a Democratic Socialist candidate runni...
¡Pa'lante! Kevin Reyes on La Vitilla, Baseball's Best-Kept Secret, and Building Community One Cap at a Time
What's the secret weapon behind the Dominican Republic's legendary baseball talent? It's not just raw skill — it's La Vitilla, a street game played with the plastic ca...
From Chino Latino to the Middle East: Uptown Love, Global Rage & Two Friends Who Don't Always See Eye to Eye
It started with the return of a beloved Chino Latino restaurant in Washington Heights and ended with two friends in an intense debate about the Middle East, Trump, and...
Annette Aguilar on Cuba, Community & Why Uptown is Home
Annette Aguilar is many things — Afro Latin Jazz drummer, percussionist, educator, and one of Uptown's greatest treasures. She has performed at the Kennedy Center, tou...
Springtime Uptown: Celebrating Our Art, Confronting Our Moment
Spring has arrived and Uptown is alive — Led Black and Octavio Blanco kick off with a packed roundup of what's happening in the community: free summer camps, a $10K pu...
Why the Iran Crisis Could Collapse the U.S. Economy — And What It Means for You
In this episode of Uptown Voices, we dive deep into the complex web of current global crises, particularly focusing on the unprecedented disruptions in oil markets, th...
The Darializa Avila Chevalier Interview. How she's Challenging Adriano Espaillat in Uptown Manhattan
In this in-depth interview, Darializa Avila Chevalier discusses her campaign for Congress in District 13, addressing critical issues like housing affordability, commun...
Global Tensions and Local Voices: Analyzing the Middle East Crisis - Black & Blanco LIVE!
Join Led Black and Octavio Blanco as they explore local community events, cultural initiatives, and critical global issues including the recent escalation in Middle Ea...
Art as Activism: Andrea Arroyo's Journey
In this episode of Uptown Voices, Led Black and Octavio Blanco engage with artist Andrea Arroyo, discussing her impactful work in the art community, particularly throu...
State Senator Robert Jackson: Getting involved in local politics is vital for community improvement
In this engaging podcast episode, Senator Robert Jackson discusses his journey into public service, emphasizing the importance of education, community safety, and affo...
Oscar Romero: Running for Congress is not a matter of choice, it's a matter of survival
In this episode of Uptown Voices, hosts Octavio Blanco and Led Black engage in a deep conversation with Oscar Romero, a candidate for Congress from New York City. They...
Black and Blanco LIVE with City Council Rep. Carmen De La Rosa and Liz Ritter recorded SUNDAY 2/1/26
In this engaging conversation, Carmen De La Rosa, a city council member, discusses her new role and responsibilities, the impact of ICE on immigrant communities, and t...
Word Up Books: Creating Community Through Literature. In conversation with Veronica Liu
In this episode, Led Black and Octavio Blanco engage with Veronica Liu, co-founder of Word Up Books, more than a community bookstore in Washington Heights. They discus...
Black & Blanco LIVE! Grassroots Activism in Uptown With Special Guests From the Uptown Community Democrats Club - Full Episode
In this engaging conversation, Led Black and Octavio Blanco discuss the importance of community involvement in politics with guests Joanna Garcia and Edwin Mazzara fro...
Assembly Member Amanda Septimo: We need to start playing offense in our politics.
In this episode, Octavio Blanco and Led Black engage in a compelling conversation with Amanda Septimo, an assembly member representing the South Bronx. The discussion ...
Jackie Aleman: The Heart and Soul of the Washington Heights and Inwood Business Community
In this episode, Octavio Blanco and Led Black engage with Jackie Aleman, the president of the Chamber of Commerce of Washington Heights and Inwood. They discuss the vi...
ICE and the Reality of Immigration with special guest Nick Valencia
In this episode, Octavio Blanco and Led Black engage in a deep conversation with independent journalist Nick Valencia about the current state of immigration, the role ...
Our Reaction to the Murder of Observer by ICE Agents in Minnesota: Black and Blanco LIVE
In this conversation, Led Black and Octavio Blanco discuss a recent horrific murder by ICE in Minneapolis, reflecting on the community's reaction and the historical co...