Selena Quintanilla, Queen of Tejano music, makes our little Texan hearts sing. Born in Lake Jackson, Texas in the early 1970's, little Selena became the singer of her family's band at just six years old. And once she started singing, she never stopped.
She was told that she'd never make it big because Tejano fans didn't like girl singers. And boy oh boy did ... Show More
Jun 24
The Chevalier d'Éon with Historical Homos
This week we're joined by our friend Bash from Historical Homos to tell one of the most unbelievable stories we've ever covered. Meet the Chevalier d'Éon: an 18th-century French noble who somehow managed to be a spy, soldier, diplomat, bestselling author, blackmailer of the King ... Show More
49m 17s
Jun 3
Alexandra Feodorovna, Part 2 (2026)
In the Season 9 finale of Queens, we're back in Russia with Alexandra Feodorovna, the last Tsarina of the Russian Empire. When we last left Alexandra, she had married Tsar Nicholas II and stepped into one of the most powerful—and unforgiving—courts in Europe. Now, the pressure to ... Show More
58m 41s
Jan 2023
Selena Quintanilla: A Star’s Life Cut Short by Crazed Fan
Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was an American singer, songwriter, spokesperson, model, actress, and fashion designer. Called the Queen of Tejano music, her contributions to music and fashion made her one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th century. Ch ... Show More
43m 3s
Sep 2023
Viva Selena! | The Family That Plays Together | 186
Selena Quintanilla was a superstar on the rise. Before her 24th birthday, she'd already cemented her status as a cultural icon, and left a legacy that would continue for generations. Selena was the full package — iconic stage looks, her legendary megawatt smile, and of course, he ... Show More
43m 28s
Sep 2019
Music: Selena, The Queen of Tejano Music
Breaking into the spotlight at the age of fifteen, Selena Quintanilla was constantly under the watchful eye of her strict father-turned-manager, stereotype-driven record labels, and possessive fans. Through it all, Selena willfully fought for control of her own life - and the con ... Show More
49m 57s
Jan 2021
Dear Sugars Presents: Anything For Selena
<p>Today, we present the very first episode of Anything for Selena, a new podcast from WBUR and Futuro Studios.</p>
<p>In "Anything For Selena," Host Maria Garcia takes listeners on a deeply personal journey into the life and legacy of the Mexican-American popstar Selena Quintan ... Show More
31m 1s
Jan 2021
Kind World Presents: Selena And Me
<p>Today, we present the very first episode of Anything for Selena, a new podcast from WBUR and Futuro Studios.</p>
<p>Growing up along the US-Mexico border, Maria Garcia felt torn between her two identities as Mexican and American. But then, something changed her life. She disc ... Show More
30m 42s