597: My Mother Was Raised by Monkeys in Colombia: A conversation with musician Vanessa Forero

In this episode of the Colombia Calling podcast, host Richard McColl speaks with musician Vanessa Forero about her unique journey as a singer-songwriter, her family's history, and the impact of the music industry on artists. Vanessa shares her experiences of accidentally becoming a singer, her diverse musical influences, and the challenges she faced in the industry. They also discuss her mother's incredible story of survival - raised by monkeys in Colombia -, the process of capturing family memories, and the search for identity and family connections. The conversation highlights the emotional resilience required to navigate both personal and professional challenges, as well as the importance of storytelling in music and life. The Colombia Briefing is reported by Emily Hart:

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597: My Mother Was Raised by Monkeys in Colombia: A conversation with musician Vanessa Forero is an episode from Colombia Calling - Living and Working in Colombia by Richard McColl.

This episode is 01:05:17 long.

This episode was published on Jan 13, 2026.

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