Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos (Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes) is a bold and thought-provoking podcast dedicated to uncovering the true history of Borikén—the island we now know as Puerto Rico. Through weekly episodes, we seek to awaken consciousness across the Latino community, sparking real conversations that bridge generations and borders.Our show dives deep into the stories often left untold, exploring how Puerto Rico became an unexpected bridge between two continents and examining the historical, cultural, and political forces that have shaped our identity. We confront the good, the bad, and the ugly—highlighting the beauty of Boric...
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Sep 28, 2026 · 2:49
Vice President JD Vance laughed at a reference to the “liberation of Palestine and Puerto Rico” during a September 21 rally in North Carolina. Why did Puerto Rico enter that…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:51:29
¿Estás considerando mudarte a España desde Puerto Rico o Estados Unidos? En este webinar informativo, organizado por Proyecto Puerto Rico en España , contamos con la…
Sep 24, 2026 · 8:31
What if one of the earliest documented Black Africans in Puerto Rico did not arrive as an enslaved man? His name was Juan Garrido —an African-born Black man who lived as a free…
Sep 23, 2026 · 55:31
Hoy, Puerto Rico Abre los Ojos presenta un episodio especial con un invitado muy especial: José G. Poventud, activista comunitario puertorriqueño, veterano de la Marina de…
Sep 22, 2026 · 51:10
Puerto Rico’s Stolen Government Today, Puerto Rico Open Your Eyes presents a special episode with a very special guest: José G. Poventud a Puerto Rican community activist, United…
Sep 20, 2026 · 2:04
¿Puede borrarse una parte esencial de la historia de Puerto Rico mediante fechas incorrectas, omisiones y palabras cuidadosamente seleccionadas? En este video examinamos cuatro…
Sep 19, 2026 · 9:58
Why Does Puerto Rican Independence Appear Stronger Online Than at the Ballot Box? Spend enough time on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube, and it may appear that Puerto Rico…
Aug 18, 2026 · 16:35
What happened to Puerto Rico's political institutions after the United States invaded the island in 1898? In this special episode of Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes , co-host José…
Jul 24, 2026 · 25:45
En los últimos días han circulado numerosos videos y publicaciones que afirman que el Congreso está a punto de eliminar la ciudadanía de los puertorriqueños. Pero, ¿qué dice…
Jul 24, 2026 · 22:37
Is Puerto Rico really about to lose U.S. citizenship? Social media is filled with alarming claims but what does Congressman Morgan Griffith's H.R. 9724 actually say? In this…
Jul 20, 2026 · 5:41
🎙️ No Todos Llegarán a la Meta ¿Por qué tantas personas comienzan una misión con entusiasmo, pero muy pocas permanecen hasta el final? En este episodio de Puerto Rico: Abre los…
Jul 20, 2026 · 4:49
Not every worthwhile journey ends with the same people who started it. Whether you're building a business, raising a family, leading an organization, serving your community, or…
Jul 19, 2026 · 3:19
⚽🇵🇷 The Forgotten Puerto Rican Who Played Soccer for Real Madrid Nearly 100 Years Ago Did you know that nearly a century ago, a Puerto Rican was competing at the highest level…
Jul 19, 2026 · 8:49
🎙️ Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos ¿Representa realmente la Estatua de la Libertad a Puerto Rico? En este episodio de Puerto Rico: Abre los Ojos , analizamos uno de los símbolos más…
Jul 19, 2026 · 6:53
🎙️ Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes Does the Statue of Liberty truly represent Puerto Rico? In this episode of Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes , we examine one of America's most…
Jul 13, 2026 · 2:47
En este episodio examinamos dos frases que con frecuencia se atribuyen a figuras históricas puertorriqueñas: una a Alejandro Tapia y Rivera y otra a Ramón Emeterio Betances. Pero…
Jul 13, 2026 · 22:32
A recent comment challenged the idea of placing autonomous reunification with Spain on a future Puerto Rico status ballot. In this episode, we read the full comment, examine its…
Jul 12, 2026 · 58:19
Libertad de Expresión o Incitación a la Persecución Política? En este episodio de Puerto Rico, Abre los Ojos , analizamos la controversia provocada por el creador de contenido…
Jul 11, 2026 · 27:48
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Jul 7, 2026 · 13:35
🎙️ New Podcast Episode: The Island That Rejected Independence And What Puerto Rico Should Learn From It This story raises a powerful question for Puerto Rico: This episode…
Jul 5, 2026 · 10:14
Most of us have heard about the Treaty of Paris, but very few have ever stopped to ask a simple question: Who was sitting at the negotiating table... and who wasn't? In this…
Jul 5, 2026 · 1:41
Durante años, muchos puertorriqueños de la diáspora hemos escuchado que no somos "verdaderos" puertorriqueños porque no nacimos en la isla. Pero cuando Puerto Rico enfrenta…
Jul 5, 2026 · 11:58
The Forgotten Spaniard Who Fought for Puerto Rico's Workers Who was Santiago Iglesias Pantín , and why have so few Puerto Ricans heard his story? Born in Spain, Santiago Iglesias…
Jul 5, 2026 · 15:20
Are We Asking the Wrong Question? More Than 35 Opportunities... Why Is Puerto Rico Still a Territory? For more than 128 years , Puerto Rico has remained an unincorporated…
Jul 5, 2026 · 17:16
Are we asking the wrong question about Puerto Rico's future? For decades, the debate over Puerto Rico's political status has centered on statehood, independence, and the current…
Jul 5, 2026 · 5:17
Puerto Rico: Independence in the Last Seven Status Plebiscites Has the growing visibility of Puerto Rico's independence movement translated into broader electoral support? In…
Jul 5, 2026 · 6:53
Puerto Rico: La Independencia en los Últimos Siete Plebiscitos Qué revelan realmente los resultados oficiales de los últimos siete plebiscitos de estatus sobre la opción de…
Jul 4, 2026 · 19:32
Cómo debe Puerto Rico evaluar su futuro político? Debe basar esa decisión en emociones, en la historia o en una comparación seria de las oportunidades y los riesgos que presenta…
Jul 3, 2026 · 12:46
Mientras Estados Unidos se prepara para celebrar el aniversario número 250 de su independencia, es importante recordar que la historia de la Revolución Americana no se limita…
Jul 3, 2026 · 8:18
¿Puede Puerto Rico reemplazar realmente los fondos federales que recibe hoy bajo la independencia? En este episodio de Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos , analizamos dos de los…
Jul 3, 2026 · 6:08
Can Puerto Rico realistically replace the federal funding it receives today under independence? In this episode of Puerto Rico Open Your Eyes , we examine two of the most…
Jul 1, 2026 · 4:45
En este episodio de Puerto Rico Abre los Ojos , hacemos una pausa para alejarnos de la política, del estatus y de las diferencias que con tanta frecuencia nos dividen, para…
Jul 1, 2026 · 8:26
En este episodio de Puerto Rico Abre los Ojos , reflexionamos sobre la respuesta que recibió nuestra presentación ante el Comité de Descolonización de las Naciones Unidas y…
Jul 1, 2026 · 8:50
We explain the difference between the UN's legal authority and its diplomatic influence , examine the historical context surrounding the establishment of the Commonwealth of…
Jun 30, 2026 · 11:01
En este episodio de Puerto Rico Abre los Ojos , analizamos una pregunta que surgió tras las audiencias del Comité de Descolonización de las Naciones Unidas del 22 de junio de…
Jun 30, 2026 · 8:05
En este episodio de Puerto Rico, Abran los Ojos , realizamos un análisis profundo sobre la historia del socialismo y el comunismo, explorando sus orígenes, cómo han evolucionado…
Jun 30, 2026 · 12:09
Apoye Nuestros Esfuerzos Educativos y de Investigación Si valora el trabajo que realizamos y desea apoyar nuestras iniciativas educativas, históricas y de investigación, le…
Jun 28, 2026 · 10:53
En este episodio de Puerto Rico, Abran los Ojos , exploramos una pregunta que cada vez más puertorriqueños se están haciendo: ¿por qué la conversación sobre la autonomía o…
Jun 28, 2026 · 9:08
Why has the discussion about Puerto Rico's reunification or autonomy with Spain suddenly gained so much attention? The answer lies in Puerto Rico's current political status as an…
Jun 18, 2026 · 1:55
Hello everyone, Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes was created with a simple purpose: to inform, educate, and encourage meaningful conversations about Puerto Rico’s history, present…
Jun 18, 2026 · 1:51
Mantente informado con nuestros más recientes artículos, investigaciones, análisis, actualizaciones del podcast y anuncios especiales, enviados directamente a tu correo…
Jun 18, 2026 · 4:28
When we think of the American cowboy, images of Texas ranches, the Wild West, cattle drives, and Hollywood movies often come to mind. Yet few people realize that the roots of…
Jun 16, 2026 · 4:23
Qué ocurre cuando el lenguaje político comienza a redefinir territorios históricos? Una reciente controversia relacionada con Ceuta y Melilla ha abierto un debate mucho más…
Jun 16, 2026 · 4:33
Durante décadas, el debate sobre Puerto Rico ha estado marcado por emociones, ideologías y referencias constantes al pasado. Pero, ¿qué sucede cuando dejamos a un lado los…
Jun 15, 2026 · 2:00:39
Proyecto Puerto Rico en España: Foro Abierto, Preguntas, Respuestas y una Conversación Real Sobre el Futuro En este webinar especial de foro abierto, reunimos a participantes de…
Jun 15, 2026 · 16:53
España ya no es la España derrotada de 1898 ni la España aislada del siglo XX. Hoy es una nación democrática, europea, miembro de la OTAN, con una fuerza militar moderna, una…
Jun 15, 2026 · 6:29
Fifty States, Fifty Stories: Indigenous America at 250 As the United States approaches 250 years of independence, we invite you to join us on a journey across America—one state…
Jun 15, 2026 · 3:11
Muchos creen que Puerto Rico simplemente aceptó la llegada de Estados Unidos en 1898 sin resistencia. Pero la vida de Ángel Rivero Méndez cuenta otra historia. Nacido en Trujillo…
Jun 13, 2026 · 1:57
Por tercer año consecutivo, Annette Falcón comparecerá ante el Comité Especial de Descolonización de las Naciones Unidas para presentar una perspectiva que considera importante…
Jun 13, 2026 · 2:01
On June 22, I will have the honor of addressing the United Nations Decolonization Committee to present a perspective that many Puerto Ricans have never had the opportunity to…
Jun 13, 2026 · 2:03
Hola a todos. Muchos de ustedes me conocen a través del podcast Puerto Rico: Abran los Ojos . Pero hoy me dirijo a ustedes en mi capacidad como presidente de la Iniciativa…
Jun 11, 2026 · 9:14
In this episode of Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes , Edwin Ortiz introduces a new radio talk show format with a thoughtful discussion on one of the most misunderstood questions in…
Jun 10, 2026 · 7:29
En las últimas semanas y meses hemos visto un aumento en reportajes, entrevistas y declaraciones sobre el supuesto papel estratégico de Puerto Rico dentro de asuntos militares y…
Jun 5, 2026 · 4:18
En 1902, apenas cuatro años después de que Estados Unidos tomara control de Puerto Rico, una joven puertorriqueña llamada Isabel González llegó a Nueva York buscando reunirse con…
Jun 5, 2026 · 4:08
Después del huracán María, intenté enviar una pequeña caja con suministros a mi familia en Puerto Rico. Lo que ocurrió en una oficina de FedEx me dejó completamente sorprendido.…
Jan 10, 2026 · 4:38
Puerto Rico’s future is often framed as a choice between courage and fear. But that framing ignores a critical distinction. Autonomy is not an untested idea—it is a…
Jan 10, 2026 · 3:33
Did you know that Puerto Rico once had its own constitution—completely unrelated to the United States? Before the U.S. invasion in 1898, Puerto Rico was already a self-governing…
Jan 10, 2026 · 1:17
La mayoría de la gente sabe que Puerto Rico no puede votar por el presidente de Estados Unidos. Saben que no tenemos representación con voto en el Congreso ni en el Senado. Pero…
Jan 7, 2026 · 1:49:36
En este episodio, José Bahido y Edwin Ortiz analizan y aclaran varias afirmaciones hechas en el canal Carlos Te Explica relacionadas con la autonomía de Puerto Rico. El propósito…
Jan 7, 2026 · 5:18
When people hear that Puerto Rico once had autonomy under Spain, many react with disbelief. Others vaguely remember dates like 1812 or 1897, but rarely understand what those…
Jan 6, 2026 · 3:32
Existe un mito que se repite una y otra vez, sin importar de qué opción de estatus se esté hablando. Algunos dicen: “Si Puerto Rico se convierte en una región autónoma de España,…
Jan 6, 2026 · 4:59
Hoy en día, no todos los ataques vienen con gritos o insultos. Algunos llegan de forma más sutil: secuestran un video y cambian la narrativa . Toman unos segundos fuera de…
Jan 6, 2026 · 5:18
When people hear that Puerto Rico once had autonomy under Spain, many react with disbelief. Others vaguely remember dates like 1812 or 1897, but rarely understand what those…
Jan 5, 2026 · 1:19:11
Puerto Rico is often spoken about in the language of solidarity, but history tells a different story. Whether it is the United States or Venezuela, attention toward Puerto Rico…
Jan 4, 2026 · 2:12
Many people say, “As long as I have U.S. citizenship, nothing else matters.” What’s often overlooked is that not all U.S. citizenship is equal under the law . Puerto Ricans did…
Jul 1, 2025 · 1:08
En 1898, los puertorriqueños eran ciudadanos españoles. Tenían derechos civiles, representación en el Parlamento español y recién habían conseguido autonomía con la Carta…
Jun 30, 2025 · 2:38
Puerto Rico imports over 85% of its food , much of which is ultra-processed, high in sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats . This diet shift is linked to:
Jun 30, 2025 · 2:41
Después de la Invasión de EE.UU.: Colapso de la Soberanía Alimentaria Desde 1898, las políticas coloniales de EE.UU.:
Jun 30, 2025 · 2:37
Esta es una pregunta importante que revela mucho sobre cómo se trata a Puerto Rico: como una posesión , no como un socio. Aquí te explicamos por qué:
Jun 29, 2025 · 3:30
xiste alguna ley que prohíba hablar español en Estados Unidos?
Jun 29, 2025 · 2:19
1985 (14 años de edad): Viste campos de piña, caña de azúcar y plantaciones de frutas — un legado del rico pasado agrícola de Puerto Rico. Tus padres, nacidos en Lajas y Río…
Jun 29, 2025 · 2:46
But what she fails to acknowledge is this: statehood is not a right—it is a political decision reserved solely for the United States Congress. The people of Puerto Rico cannot…
Jun 29, 2025 · 2:40
Some Puerto Rican pundits claim we cannot consider becoming an autonomous province of Spain because they don’t want their tax dollars supporting a monarchy. But let’s look at the…
Jun 29, 2025 · 3:17
The reasons for this difference are rooted in politics, economics, race, and strategic interests. Here's a breakdown:
Jun 29, 2025 · 1:14
Without realizing it, many Puerto Ricans benefit from socialist-style programs provided by the U.S. — yet they criticize socialism as if it's an evil ideology.
Jun 29, 2025 · 2:49
Boricuas what will you do
Jun 29, 2025 · 2:49
es, crime in Puerto Rico is significant , especially violent crime and gun violence. Here are the key points:
Jun 29, 2025 · 1:07
El Congreso acaba de votar para terminar con el estatus territorial de Puerto Rico .El Tratado de París de 1898 se anula .Y Puerto Rico es ahora un país independiente… sin un…
Jun 24, 2025 · 4:26
Yes, there is some historical and archaeological discussion about pre-Taíno peoples in Puerto Rico and the broader Caribbean. While the dominant indigenous group at the time of…
Jun 24, 2025 · 3:09
One thing we’ve noticed more and more is that people who aren’t Puerto Rican keep trying to tell our story — our culture, our history, our future. But here’s the truth: No one…
Jun 24, 2025 · 1:38
For such a small island, Puerto Rico shines on the world stage. From Grammy-winning artists to Olympic athletes, world-class chefs to cultural icons — Puerto Rico punches far…
Jun 23, 2025 · 2:11
Did you know Puerto Ricans have a shorter path to Spanish citizenship than most people in Latin America?Let’s break down the facts — and the history — behind this unique…
Jun 22, 2025 · 2:44
Yes, there are historical records of Puerto Ricans moving to the United States during Spanish rule , although the migration was limited in size and scope compared to later waves…
Jun 22, 2025 · 2:06
The U.S. Jones Act Would Never Be a Factor for Puerto Rico Under Autonomy with Spain — Here's Why: 🚢 What is the Jones Act? The Jones Act (Merchant Marine Act of 1920) is a U.S.…
Jun 22, 2025 · 3:25
Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory , not a state. Because of that, Congress holds plenary (full) powers under the Territorial Clause of the U.S. Constitution (Article IV, Section 3,…
Jun 22, 2025 · 1:04
Puerto Rico Must Choose a Path — Before It’s Too Late If Puerto Rico doesn’t decide its future soon, it risks being left behind — just like the United States is being left behind…
Jun 22, 2025 · 5:25
Puerto Rico once produced coffee — and not just any coffee. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Puerto Rican coffee was among the most prestigious in the world , even served in…
Jun 22, 2025 · 3:22
Puerto Ricans began migrating to the United States in significant numbers in the early 20th century , especially after Puerto Rico became a U.S. territory in 1898 and Puerto…
Jun 22, 2025 · 2:57
Many non-Puerto Rican Americans are unaware that Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory—and not a state—for several reasons tied to education, media representation, political discourse,…
Jun 22, 2025 · 2:53
🟥 A Message to the PNP and PPD: The People Are Awake To the two-party system in Puerto Rico — the PNP and the PPD: For decades, you have misled , manipulated , and lied to the…
Jun 22, 2025 · 2:46
Governor Jennifer González recently declared that statehood is a right the United States is obligated to grant Puerto Rico. But what she fails to acknowledge is this: statehood…
Jun 20, 2025 · 1:14
🗓 Why the Numbers Have Risen Natural disasters (especially Hurricane Maria in 2017): Many residents left the island or lost pets, boosting the stray population by up to 200,000…
Jun 20, 2025 · 1:00
I recently had a conversation with a Puerto Rican coworker who moved to Florida. I asked her why she left the island — and her answer broke my heart. She has a special needs…
Jun 20, 2025 · 3:44
The question of which country— Puerto Rico, Cuba, or the Dominican Republic—acknowledges Blackness more is complex and tied to history, politics, national identity, and culture.…
Jun 20, 2025 · 1:14
🗓 Why the Numbers Have Risen Natural disasters (especially Hurricane Maria in 2017): Many residents left the island or lost pets, boosting the stray population by up to 200,000…
Jun 19, 2025 · 1:15
Puerto Rico: Still “Strategic”? Or Just an Outdated Excuse? Some say “The U.S. will never let go of Puerto Rico because it’s strategic for defense.” That thinking might’ve made…
Jun 15, 2025 · 2:01
Puerto Ricans born on the island are U.S. citizens by statute, not by the Constitution — and that distinction is extremely important. 🇺🇸 1. How Puerto Ricans Got U.S.…
Jun 15, 2025 · 1:24
Some Puerto Ricans are quick to dismiss the idea of Puerto Rico reuniting with Spain as an autonomous province because they say: “I don’t want to be ruled by a king.” But let’s…
Jun 14, 2025 · 1:01
"Las Carpetas" de Puerto Rico were secret surveillance files created by the Puerto Rican Police—often in collaboration with the FBI—between the 1940s and late 1980s. These files…
Jun 13, 2025 · 1:26
1948: The Gag Law (Ley de la Mordaza) – Puerto Rico’s Silenced Voice In 1948, Law 53 , infamously known as “La Ley de la Mordaza” (The Gag Law) , was enacted by Puerto Rico’s…
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