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We were the First, we are the Future.

Radio Mango created waves in Canada, indeed all over the world, by being the first Radio Program in Konkani in North America. We went on air on 29th September 2012, on FM 101.3, and every Saturday thereafter for 6 years. Being one of a kind, Radio Mango gained popularity all over the world. For the very first time, we specifically targeted the South Asian Diaspora from the Konkan coast, providing a voice and platform to this segment that has been part of the Canadian mosaic since the early 60’s, but had never been spoken to in their own language before!

RADIO MANGO fans expect the best from us. Hence, we always set high standards for ourselves. Growing from strength to strength, we have built a strong listenership from coast to coast to coast in Canada, and all over the world. .Our excellent programming has made us favourites with Konkani lovers all over the globe - from Australia to Zanzibar – even inspiring other Konkani programs.

Now I am back as your host to take you on a nostalgic journey through old, familiar songs, while introducing you to the talent of our young artistes. Through your favourite program, we aim to bring together the various Konkani speaking communities while helping the community identify with its roots and cultural heritage through a common and strong touch point: language. All global Goans and Mangaloreans, wherever in the world, get ready to get entertained and informed, and re-experience and re-connect with our roots.

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You may send requests for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions by writing to us one week in advance. This is a FREE SERVICE.

President, Producer and Host of Radio Mango

Milena Marques-Zachariah is an accomplished writer, columnist and blogger. With over 25 years experience in multi-national advertising in India, Dubai and Canada, she has gained critical international experience in creating and building brands. Her creative shop, OUT OF MY MIND, is focused on the South Asian and ethnic markets in Canada. She has worked as Creative Director and Multicultural Communications Specialist with leading agencies, helping major national and international brands relate to their consumers by aligning their messages to ethnic markets. This valuable exposure came in handy when she conceived and launched Radio Mango – the first and only Konkani language broadcast in North America. She has interviewed mayors and ministers, and eminent authors like Pico Iyer and Anosh Irani. Her journalistic contributions include a column ‘Confessions of an Immigrant Housewife’ in a leading South Asian newspaper, and essays and poetry in various anthologies. Canadian Chronicles is yet another creative pursuit, where she blogs the extraordinary journeys of new immigrants to Canada - waiting to be published as a book. Her current blog: ‘Chasing the perfect Curry’ has gained international popularity among foodies and those seeking unchartered adventures.

Milena is a global citizen born in India, with work experience in the UAE for 12 years, and is now a Canadian citizen since 2 decades. She’s widely travelled.

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Our Fan Club

A Few Testimonials from our Listeners around the Globe. Of course there are also some unhappy ones but they're not here

Xabas Milena Marques-Zachariah

Margarida Tavora
Goa, India

Welcome back Milena, looking forward to listening to your witty radio voice. Kednai Maka ugdas yetha!!!. Wishing you all the very best.

Wilson D'souza
Toronto, Canada

It should never have gone off the air in the first place as it was a good thing going for the Konkanada crowd.

Melwyn Pinto
Toronto, Canada

CONGRATS n a BIG WELCOME TO RADIO MANGO

Seby Fernandes
Goa, India

Welcome back Milena. It’s show time

Anthony Dourado
Toronto, Canada

Congrats! Well done in bringing back our culture!

Jay Franco
Toronto, Canada

We love our mango.

Gavin Barrett
Toronto, Canada

Thrilled to hear you will be back; missed you. Congratulations

Fiona Pinto-Desouza
Toronto, Canada

Always wondered why you took a hiatus but you know best. Welcome back and hope you are now coming with Mango 2.0 and ready to climb the charts!

Gautam Gordon Nath
Toronto, Canada

Good to hear the news, looking forward to hear once again

Amelia Dacosta
UK

Way to go Milena

Marie D'souza
Designer - Firstdev

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If you wish to make a donation, send an etransfer to milena@radiomango.ca or write to us for further details.