In spite of their differences, Mariela and Samuel finally manage to have a cordial conversation while Soledad continues to feel utterly devastated over her double loss.

Susana has a problem that needs resolving and ironically seeks help from the person who has always been there for her. In the end, the long-awaited boxing match brings together all of the neighbors around the only working TV.

Soledad's devastation upon her arrival at home may have serious consequences for her relationship with Samuel. Meanwhile, Pedro and Eddy have come to the conclusion that they are truly unlucky.

Even when given the opportunity, Soledad is unwilling to go home without first finding out what has happened to her friend Guillermito.

As Samuel and Don Pepe search for Soledad in the midst of a precarious situation, Soledad can't stop thinking about her friends' fates.

Riots, death, a curfew, a missing person, and business failures are the topics at hand in this new segment of La Sucursal del Cielo.

As the arrival of Susana's TV at her home stirs things up in the neighborhood, Pedro and Eddy's enthusiasm is quelled by some unexpected news on the radio.

This segment recreates the riot of February 26, 1971, in Cali, Colombia, a date that the city will never forget. In addition to these events, María and Susana's relationship is experiencing its own trauma.

Susana and María's obsession with getting a TV only gets worse when they realize that people they look on already own this coveted household item.

While Fabiola continues to contemplate the idea of working, Boris takes Soledad to a very unique place, where something unexpected happens.

While Fercho and Fabiola argue, things seem to go back to normal between Soledad and Boris. Susana, on the other hand, seems obsessed with the idea of buying a TV.

Boris confesses something to Soledad that could affect their relationship, who in turn confesses to Samuel her concerns and reservations.

As Mariela cannot resist the chance to chastise Samuel, Soledad and her friends hear a new idea to fight for their cause. Meanwhile, Susana and María continue to be nosy — and perhaps a bit jealous — regarding the activities of their new neighbors.

As Soledad's opinions clash with her family's beliefs, Ananías surprises his wife with one of the era's most sought-after and up-and-coming devices.

After reading us his flash fiction story, "Para siempre" [Forever], Carlos offers some insight into the historical backdrop, events, and characters that inspired him.

After shedding some light on the flash fiction genre and providing us with some examples, Carlos finally reads us the piece with which he placed among the finalists at a prominent flash fiction contest in Barcelona. Can you understand any of the meaning behind it?

Let's listen to a couple of examples of flash fiction stories to better understand what this literary genre is all about. Entitled "Destino" [Fate] and "Soñando despierta" [Daydreaming], both pieces received awards at prestigious international flash fiction contests.

In the first part of this series, Carlos introduces us to the characteristics of flash fiction, a literary genre distinguished by its succinctness and ability to capture the reader from the first word to the last.

Historian and guide, Henry Quinteros Marrugo, acquaints us with the history of Cartagena, Colombia, including its numerous invasions and the role of the San Felipe de Barajas fortress.

Many Latin American countries celebrate the Novena of Aguinaldos, a nine-day, Catholic-based holiday that includes music, food and prayer. Grace Pinzon, a Colombian woman living in Florida, shares with us how the novena is celebrated there.

Located in the popular La Candelaria neighborhood, the Chorro de Quevedo Plaza is one of Bogota, Colombia's most renowned tourist attractions and according to one theory, the site of the founding of the city itself. Tourists and locals alike flock there for both its historic and current significance, many hoping to try the famous "chicha," an indigenous fermented corn drink.

“El Cerro de Monserrate” [Monserrate Hill] is a famous Hill in the center of Bogota, Colombia, which is a destination for pilgrimages and home to many tourist attractions, including a church, funicular and aerial cableway. Our host, Edwin Galve, who works bringing people to Monserrate’s several restaurants, tells us about these and more!

As Kevin learns more about his sister's boyfriend, Luis, his opinion about him is no longer so cut and dry.

As Luis continues to spout his political beliefs, the situation grows increasingly tense at the dinner table.