Podcast Summary: Hoy por Hoy - “La última y nos vamos | ¿De quién nos hace ilusión que salga algo nuevo?”

Date: November 27, 2025
Host: Àngels Barceló (SER Podcast)

Episode Overview

This episode of Hoy por Hoy with Àngels Barceló explores the joy and excitement that comes from anticipating new work—be it music, books, or films—from creators we love. The conversation weaves through personal anecdotes, reflections on artistic loyalty, and culminates in a poignant segment about the power of storytelling, centered around a new film inspired by a real-life call for help from a child in conflict.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Thrill of Anticipating New Releases

(Starts ~01:27)

• Àngels Barceló introduces a new song by Joel López, “Sombras Chinas,” as a global premiere.
  • "Es una canción que habla de esos momentos en los que toca romper con tus referentes y escucharte a ti mismo para salir adelante, para seguir creciendo. Y yo la traía porque a mí me ha cambiado el día..." (Barceló, 01:32)
• She shares the personal value in experiencing something new from an artist who has accompanied her through meaningful moments in the past.
  • "Es que llega algo nuevo de Zoel... Es como la ilusión del día para mí." (Barceló, 01:32)

2. Universal Joys—Books, Films, and Anticipation

(02:10 – 03:23)

• Panelists share their own “ilusión” favorites:
  • Radio Panelist 1: Movies by Wes Anderson
    • “Cuando sale una película de Wes Anderson y sé que va a salir... Me alegra la semana.” (Panelist 1, 02:15)
  • Radio Panelist 2: The joy of waiting for something beloved, referencing a quote from Manuel Vicen:
    • "Lo mejor de beberse un gin tonic como tú quieres bebértelo, no es bebértelo, es esperar a que llegue..." (Panelist 2, 02:32)
    • Also highlights novelist Juan Gabriel Vázquez for the happiness each new book brings.
• The panel reflects on the underrated happiness of anticipation, whether it’s for music, movies, or simply a perfectly made gin and tonic.

3. Touch of Humor and Group Chemistry

(03:32 – 04:09)

• Àngels Barceló and the panelists banter over who is the most persistent (or “pesada”), showing the camaraderie and lively tone familiar to listeners of the show.
  • "Es una de mis grandes virtudes ser muy pesada." (Barceló, 03:59)
  • "Pero bueno, así es con él ningún problema. Cuando eres pesada en otras cosas, eres muy pesada." (Radio Host, 04:03)

4. From Light to Depth: A Shift to “La voz de Hin”

(04:10 – 05:13)

• The episode pivots to a sober discussion about the new film La voz de Hin—based on the real emergency call of a six-year-old Palestinian girl, Hin Raya, the sole survivor in her vehicle during an attack.
• An interview segment with Saya Ghilani and Motás Malgis, stars of the film, dives into the profound emotional impact of the actual audio.
  • "Un niño debe suplicar para que le den chocolate, para que le den una chuchería... Pero un niño no tiene que suplicar vivir." (Interviewee, 04:39)
  • "Te sientes impotente, pero también dispuesto a hacer lo que haga falta para salvar a aquella niña..." (Interviewee, 04:39)
• The discussion underscores the importance of storytelling in raising awareness and humanizing distant tragedies.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• Àngels Barceló on anticipation:
  "Es como la ilusión del día para mí." (01:32)
• Radio Panelist 1 on film releases:
  "Cuando sale una película de Wes Anderson... Me alegra la semana." (02:15)
• Panelist on anticipation and enjoyment:
  "Lo mejor [...] no es bebértelo, es esperar a que llegue en la bandeja de un camarero." (02:32)
• Guest on the film’s emotional reality:
  "Un niño no tiene que suplicar vivir." (04:39) "Es como sentir que te están matando, ¿No? Escuchar a un niño que te suplica que le rescates." (04:39)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:06 – 01:27: Poetry/narrative intro, setting a lyrical tone.
• 01:27 – 02:10: Introduction of Joel López’s new song “Sombras Chinas.”
• 02:10 – 03:23: Roundtable – What releases bring you joy?
• 03:32 – 04:09: Light-hearted banter and musical interlude.
• 04:10 – 05:13: Discussion and interview on La voz de Hin film.
• 05:13 – End: Closing announcements (non-content).

Summary

This episode captures the universal human thrill of looking forward to new creative works, whether they are songs, movies, or books. The hosts and guests share their personal favorites, find common ground in shared anticipation, and even poke fun at each other’s quirks. The tone then shifts, showing the program’s emotional range, as they delve into the difficult subject matter of a new film about a child’s plea for survival—reminding listeners of art’s ability to confront and humanize tragedy.

Hoy por Hoy delivers both light and depth, highlighting why anticipation and cultural connection matter, while not shying away from the stories that most need telling.