We recently connected with Sandy Show and have shared our conversation below.

Sandy, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. What’s been the most meaningful project you’ve worked on?

When I arrived in the United States just three years ago, I did so with a heart full of uncertainty and hope. I had been forced to flee the dictatorship in Cuba, leaving behind my life, my family, and all the dreams I had built in my homeland. For five months, I lived on the streets, without a stable roof over my head, facing each day as a battle to survive. It was a dark period, but also the beginning of a transformation I could never have imagined.

In Cuba, I had the opportunity to be part of successful projects in radio, television, and live performances. However, my true challenge began here, when I decided to create my own interview program: *Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre*. This project was born under adverse circumstances but with a clear vision. I knew it wouldn’t be easy, but I also knew I had something important to share.

I started working hard in construction to gather the resources I needed. Every dollar I earned went toward purchasing the equipment required to produce the show. At the same time, I worked on validating my master’s degree and finding a profession that would provide me with financial stability and, more importantly, the freedom to focus on this dream. There were moments when other channels tried to take advantage of my situation, but I never lost sight of my goal: to create a unique space where the stories of those who had to start over could be heard.

Over time, I managed to assemble a team of people who shared my passion and vision. We didn’t have substantial resources or impressive infrastructure, but we had something far more valuable: determination and clarity about what we wanted to achieve. From day one, we understood that this project wasn’t just an interview program but also a bridge to connect those who, like me, had to leave their country in search of freedom.

*Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre* is more than a space to share stories. It is a testament to what we are capable of achieving when given an opportunity. It is a window to show the world that, despite adversity, we can reinvent ourselves and build something meaningful. Every interview, every story we share, is a reminder of our resilience and our ability to transform pain into creation.

Today, when I look back, I see how far we have come and how much further we have to go. This is just the beginning. My hope is that this program inspires others to keep fighting, to believe in their dreams, and to never give up, no matter how difficult the path may seem. Because, at the end of the day, *Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre* may not have a name, but it has a powerful purpose: to show the world what we are capable of.
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Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

I began my journey as an athlete in Cuba, but participating in international events came with a heavy price: allegiance to the political party of the regime. When I firmly refused to comply, I was ostracized and labeled as an outcast.

Despite this, I pivoted to a new path—radio. However, the same story unfolded there. In Cuba, if you didn’t align with the dictatorship, you were branded a traitor.

Thankfully, I found a guiding light in my mentor, Ado Sanz, a master of words and an artist who also refused to be part of the Castro regime’s machinery. His support was invaluable, and under his guidance, I thrived in the industry.

For many years, I worked on some of the most successful radio, television, and nightlife shows in Cuba. But success came with limitations. My shows were never fully supported because they often carried critiques of the dictatorship—an act of defiance woven into every performance.

Seeking freedom, I left for the Caribbean, where I designed shows for hotels across the region. My work reached nearly every island except Puerto Rico, where entry for Cubans is notoriously difficult.

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, I had no choice but to return to Cuba. There, I launched a radio show that shattered all previous ratings records, featuring prominent figures of Cuban culture. The program was produced entirely online and through fixed-line telephony, an unprecedented feat in Cuban broadcasting.

But my success once again drew the regime’s ire. I was detained multiple times, and the government’s oppression escalated. Finally, I was summoned to serve a prison sentence for my political activism.

Left with no other option, I fled. My escape took me to Jamaica and then onto a small boat, where I endured an eight-day journey across the Caribbean Sea to Mexico. From there, I traveled for four days across the country before finally reaching the U.S. border.

Starting over in the United States was a daunting challenge, but it also marked the beginning of a new chapter. Here, I envisioned and created my own interview program, *Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre*. Despite the obstacles—arriving in a new country with no family, spending five months homeless, and working tirelessly in construction to gather resources—I refused to give up.

I used my earnings to purchase equipment and validate my master’s degree, paving the way for financial stability and the freedom to pursue my passion.

Over time, I assembled a team of like-minded individuals who shared my vision. Together, we built something meaningful.

*Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre* is more than just an interview program; it is a bridge for those who, like me, had to flee their homeland. It’s a space to share our stories, to show the world what we are capable of despite the hardships we’ve faced.

Looking back, I see a journey marked by resilience, determination, and unwavering hope. *Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre* is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a reminder that, even in the face of oppression, we can rise, create, and inspire. This is only the beginning, and I hope it encourages others to keep fighting for their dreams, no matter how difficult the path may seem.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre is more than just an interview program; it is a platform designed to promote artists who, after gaining popularity in Cuba, were forced to flee and reinvent themselves. It’s a bridge for those who, like me, had to leave their homeland in search of freedom. It’s a space to share our stories and showcase the incredible resilience and talent of those who have overcome unimaginable obstacles.

Looking back, I see a journey marked by resilience, determination, and unwavering hope. Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a reminder that, even in the face of oppression, we can rise, create, and inspire. This is only the beginning, and I hope it encourages others to keep fighting for their dreams, no matter how difficult the path may seem.

What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?

The mission of our program is to make it clear that the majority of artists who flee Cuba are not chasing the American dream; they are escaping the Cuban nightmare.

Looking back, I see a journey marked by resilience, determination, and unwavering hope. Lo de Nosotros No Tiene Nombre is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a reminder that, even in the face of oppression, we can rise, create, and inspire. This is only the beginning, and I hope it encourages others to keep fighting for their dreams, no matter how difficult the path may seem.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @sandyshowmiami
• Facebook: Sandy Fernandez Fernandez
• Linkedin: @lodenosotros_no_tiene_nombre
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