Javier Marin

Javier Marin, a Latino media entrepreneur and historian, discusses the monumental growth and influence of Hispanic television in the United States. He reveals that the U.S. is now the world’s second-largest Spanish-speaking country, driven by a surge in the Latino population. Marin explores how networks like Univision and Telemundo became powerful political players, influencing electoral outcomes while grappling with foreign ownership issues. He also highlights the cultural impact of these networks, from soccer's rise to the preservation of Latino identities in media.