On this episode of Café con Pam, Pam gets real with legendary news anchor María Elena Salinas—and it's a conversation you don't want to miss! María Elena Salinas opens up about her nearly 40-year career reporting for Spanish-language television, her partnership with Jorge Ramos, and why putting community first was always non-negotiable.<br /><br />She gives an honest look at the ups and downs of media today, from newsroom layoffs to the explosion of misinformation (and why fact-checking is more crucial than ever).<br /><br />Plus, hear her behind-the-scenes stories from interviewing presidents and navigating both Spanish and English-language networks. If you're curious about journalism, Latino media, or just love great storytelling, this episode hits all the right notes.<br /><br />Check out today's sponsor Savvy Ladies, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women like YOU take control of your financial future. They offer free resources, webinars, and my favorite: a free financial helpline where you can connect one-on-one with trusted financial experts. Visit www.savvyladies.org today and connect with the financial helpline to get the personalized support you deserve. Your journey to financial independence starts here.<br /><br /><a href="https://bit.ly/3RXtWgO" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Check out BMO here</a><br /><br />Do you want to support our show and get ad-free episodes? Join our Supporters Club <a href="https://bit.ly/ccpsupport" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.<br /><br />Follow María Elena on all things social: <br /><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mariaesalinas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a><br /><a href="https://x.com/mariaesalinas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">X</a><br /><a href="https://www.threads.com/@mariaesalinas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Threads</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinasMariaElena/?locale=es_LA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> </a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinasMariaElena/?locale=es_LA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a><br /><br />Follow Cafe con Pam on all things social:<br /><br /><a href="https://members.spreadideasmovepeople.com/veranoconselflovewaitlist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Get on the waitlist for Un Verano con Self Love</a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cafeconpampodcast" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/cafeconpampodcast" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cafeconpam" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Subscribe on YouTube</a><br /><a href="https://pod.link/cafeconpam" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Listen to Cafe con Pam</a><br /><a href="https://cafeconpam.getformly.app/WazAI3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Take our Calladita Culture®️ Quiz</a><br /><a href="https://www.cafeconpam.com/mercadito" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Get your business on El Mercadito</a><br /><a href="https://www.spreadideasmovepeople.com/about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Learn more about Pam</a><br /><br />To support the show, an easy way to do it is to leave a review. Your feedback definitely helps other listeners connect and see if this is a podcast they could resonate with. To make it easy for you, here are some quick questions to think about when you’re leaving a review:<br /><ul><li>What do you love about the show?</li><li>What were you expecting before you listened?</li><li>What happened after you listened?</li><li>How would you describe the show to your best friend?</li></ul>If you are new here, welcome! I hope you feel like you’re at home, and come back to drink a cup of coffee with us. Let’s stay connected:<br /><ol><li>Social media. Follow @cafeconpampodcast on Instagram and Facebook.</li><li>Learn more about our work and other stories at <a href="http://cafeconpam.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cafeconpam.com</a></li></ol>Listeners, thank you so much for hanging out with me today, y como siempre STAY SHINING!<br /><br />*The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of BMO. BMO sponsors the podcast but does not influence or endorse the specific discussions or viewpoints shared herein. BMO Bank N.A. Member FDIC*<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cafe-con-pam--6348411/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cafe-con-pam--6348411/support</a>.