How one San Juan street reflects Puerto Rico’s culture, community and change

This On Our Minds episode heads to San Juan, Puerto Rico, where hosts Zack and Helena reflect on belonging, culture and the small details that make a place feel like home. The episode explores Calle Loíza, a vibrant street long shaped by generations of residents from around the globe, now facing an uncertain future as it becomes a tourist destination.

Today’s segments were produced by Miranda Jatib and Emilio Solé.

Lead Producer Becky Wandel produced, edited and mixed this episode.

Graphics by Anurag Papolu.

Special thanks to KUT, Jake Perlman, and WETA.

Theme song composed and performed by Emilson Orellana Juarez and Jerick Romero Ciprian.