LatiNation Media is celebrating Black History Month with a new special episode of Blacktinidad, a program which has been spotlighting Afro-Latino culture and heritage in Puerto Rico since 2021 will air Friday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT across LatiNation’s platforms, including its flagship cable network LATV, LatiNation FAST, and the LatiNation+ app.
Blacktinidad is a signature LatiNation series that celebrates the diversity and richness of the Afro-Latino experience, offering a platform where stories of identity, resilience, and joy take center stage. Through bold storytelling and authentic representation, the series has cultivated a loyal and growing audience across television, streaming, and social platforms.
Hosted by Eliana, the episode follows her return to Puerto Rico for an immersive journey into the island’s Afro-descendant traditions, centering on Loíza, widely regarded as the heart of Afro-Puerto Rican culture. Her visit begins at Taller de N’Zambi, where she explores the rhythms and movement of Bomba de Loíza, one of Puerto Rico’s most powerful and historically rooted musical traditions.
The special also features an intimate visit with legendary culture bearer Raúl Ayala, whose family has preserved the artistry, history, and traditions of Bomba for more than seven decades. Eliana further dives into the cultural significance of Puerto Rico’s iconic Vejigante masks, before closing the episode at El Kiosko La Comay, a beloved Loíza institution known for its traditional cuisine and deep community roots.
The special underscores LatiNation Media’s commitment to culturally driven programming that reflects the lived experiences of U.S. bilingual and bicultural Latinos. The award-winning media company operates LATV, the independent cable network reaching 81% of U.S. Hispanic households in the top 47 DMAs, along with LatiNation FAST, the LatiNation+ app, and a robust in-house production studio. Its content spans linear TV, FAST/AVOD/CTV, digital, and social platforms.With its Black History Month Blacktinidad special, LatiNation continues to amplify Afro-Latino voices and stories, reinforcing its mission to serve as a cultural connector across the Black and Latino diaspora.
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