02/04/2026
From Spanish Harlem to stages around the world, the rhythm never stopped.
I am SO excited to share that my conversation with the one and only Tito Puente Jr. is now available as an audio podcast on Worth the Price of Admission!
Tito carries the torch of his legendary father, the Mambo King, with a fire and freshness all his own. In this conversation, he takes us inside a life shaped by music. From sneaking into his father's garage as a kid to bang on the drums, to performing at the iconic Palladium in the heart of Times Square, to becoming an ambassador of Afro-Cuban salsa and New York-style mambo for a whole new generation.
We talked about legacy, about what it means to honor a legend while forging your own path. We talked about growing up in El Barrio, about the rhythms that run through the streets of New York City, and about the joy and responsibility of keeping that music alive.
You will laugh. You will be moved. And you will walk away with a deeper appreciation for the power of music to connect us all.
This one is truly worth the price of admission.
Listen now and let me know what you think. I would love to hear your feedback!
https://pod.link/1863726516/episode/ZmNmMWUwMTEtM2Q4MS00ZTc1LWEwODAtYmQzNGRmMjUwYTZi
Listen to Oye, Legacy! Tito Puente Jr. on Family, Clave, and Culture from Worth the Price of Admission wherever you get your podcasts!