What is Latino USA?

Latino USA, the radio journal of news and culture, is the only national, English-language radio program produced from a Latino perspective. It is a production partnership of KUT Radio and the Center for Mexican American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin.

Latino USA was launched in 1993 with the following mission:

• Provide diverse audiences with multiple perspectives on issues affecting Latinos
• Foster cross-cultural understanding
• Enhance relationships among Latino communities
• Illuminate the richness of Latino cultural and artistic expression

In its first five years, Latino USA has made significant strides toward these goals. Our weekly, half-hour broadcast of news, cultural programs, and public affairs features has generated a loyal audience and won 15 prestigious national awards from the communications industry for journalistic and production excellence.

Latino USA is distributed by National Public Radio and the Longhorn Radio Network to 172 stations in 31 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Latino USA's distribution by Radio Bilingüe and the Armed Forces Radio service, expand the program's reach to other listeners and worldwide audiences.