Interviews Archives - Page 82 of 148

Tania Bruguera: “Art Goes Beyond Them”

The work of Cuban artist Tania Bruguera as an activist is highly esteemed by those who seek freedom of speech.

How is the President of Cuba Chosen?

This Sunday, March 11th, Cuba celebrates a historic parliamentary election because it means the end of Raul Castro’s presidency, although he is expected to stay at the head of the all-powerful Communist Party of Cuba.

Suicide Is Not the Answer

Maria Teresa Alvarez Martinez tried to take her own life when she was 23 years old. In Cuba, suicide is closely linked to wishes of wanting to be independent and thinking differently, not being accepted, being discriminated against or bullied.

Yusuf, on Being a Muslim in Cuba

Arnaldo was always looking for something. Ever since he was a young boy, he was hit by an infinite number of spiritual doubts. Existential questions really: Does God exist? Who is God? Where did He come from?

Cuba Travels with Me Wherever I Go

Amir Valle is a writer, but sometimes he seems like a professor. When he speaks, he explains everything. A young person learns things. We bring you part two of our interview with him.

A Family of Cuban Rockers

Allien and Maria have taken their love for rock one step further. This music has marked their family’s life.

Different Strokes in Cuba

Maribel is only 8 years old, but she is a sad girl, even though her meetings with a psychologist have helped her quite a bit from how she used to be before.

A Shoe Shiner in 21st Century Cuba

Jorge Luis Torres (42 years old) is the only shoe shiner in the Candelaria municipality and he has been working ever since he was 14 years old. A friend taught me in 1990. It’s a job I enjoy and people are happy with what I do.

Elena Guzman Works at Night

Many professionals are still asking themselves why security guards earn more than them when they had to study for years; and as a result of the existing financial crisis, some have left their jobs to become security guards.

Apululu, a Hopeless Alcoholic

It’s hard for rum to be missing in Cuba. Even in times of severe crisis, the only things you can easily find at state-run establishments are rum and cigarettes. Private businesses also find a way to always have alcoholic drinks on their menus.