Manuel Buitrón, born in Lima, Peru, a versatile voice in radio, theater, television, cinema, and beyond, is set to debut a new weekly program titled “Cosmopolitas” on OMC Radio (107.3 FM). The premiere is scheduled for Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 19:00, with the show also streaming across digital platforms. This relocation to a weekly slot underscores OMC Radio’s commitment to original, high-quality content that resonates with a diverse audience. “Cosmopolitas is about two things: celebrating our differences and finding common ground,” Buitrón reflects, signaling the program’s inclusive intent.
Cosmopolitas positions itself as a cultural and human-interest program designed to celebrate diversity and spark dialogue between Spain and Latin America. Through interviews and cultural content, the show aims to offer an open, global perspective on contemporary society. Buitrón’s longtime experience across multiple media—radio, television, theater, photography and film—shines through in a warm, adaptable presentation style that seeks to connect with listeners from varied backgrounds. “I want the microphone to feel like a passport,” he notes, “a way to travel without leaving the seat.”
The program emerges as a strategic addition to OMC Radio’s lineup, reinforcing the station’s broader mission as part of a network of community and free radios in Madrid. By weaving together voices from different cultures, Cosmopolitas aspires to bridge geographic and cultural distances, presenting stories that illuminate cultural exchange, current events, and personal experiences from both sides of the Atlantic. An OMC Radio representative adds, “Cosmopolitas embodies our commitment to diverse, accessible storytelling that speaks to a cosmopolitan city.”
Beyond interviews, the show plans to feature a cultural agenda highlighting artistic events and manifestations from Spain and Latin America, ensuring listeners stay informed about the region’s cultural pulse. It will also delve into social topics, exploring challenges and achievements within global communities, and will cover entrepreneurship and employment, offering insights and opportunities relevant to a cosmopolitan audience. “Knowledge is power when it travels,” notes a producer, “and culture is the most compelling itinerary we can offer.”
In launching Cosmopolitas, OMC Radio reaffirms its dedication to diverse, accessible programming and community-focused storytelling. The program promises to be a thoughtful meeting point for listeners who are curious about culture, communication, and the evolving currents shaping contemporary life from a transatlantic vantage point. Buitrón adds, “If we can ignite conversations that cross borders, we’ve done more than just broadcast a show—we’ve started a conversation.”
Photo credits:The photographs come from the artist’s archive.
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