Welcome back as we, sadly, wrap up the story of the icon that is Selena Quintanilla. The Queen of Tejano. In this episode Selena wins a grammy, gets married and opens two boutiques. Literally everything she had worked towards her entire life was working out and she was on the brink of super stardom.
You can find both parts in this series on our website.
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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
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
Oct 2020
Kind World Presents: Anything For Selena
<p>Listen to the trailer for "Anything For Selena," a new podcast from WBUR and Futuro Studios coming in January 2021. Subscribe now so you don't miss it!</p>
<p>About The Show:</p>
<p>On March 31, 1995, nine-year-old Maria Garcia came home to find her mother glued to the TV, t ... Show More
4m 53s