Carlos Lafuente
Carlos Lafuente is a prominent figure in Costa Rican radio, known for his role as the manager of Radio Sinfonola, a station that has been a staple of the community since its inception in 1966. Under his leadership, the station has become renowned for its extensive music archive, which includes over 26,000 vinyl records and thousands of other audio formats. In November 2023, Lafuente announced the station's closure due to financial challenges related to government auction fees, marking the end of nearly six decades of broadcasting. His heartfelt farewell emphasized the emotional bond between the station and its listeners, reflecting on the history and legacy of Radio Sinfonola.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Costa Rica | 4 | 5.75 | 0.35% | +10% | 5,094,118 | 19,696 | $62,000 | 240$ |
| Totals | 4 | 5,094,118 | 19,696 | $62,000 | 240$ |
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Costa Rica:
Carlos Lafuente, manager of radio Sinfonola, announces the impossibility of the station to participate in the auction called by Sutel.
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Costa Rica:
Carlos Lafuente is the manager of Radio Sinfonola, who announced the cessation of operations.
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Costa Rica:
Carlos Lafuente, the manager of Radio Sinfonola, confirmed that the station would not participate in the auction and would go off the air.
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Costa Rica:
Carlos Lafuente confirmed the iconic Radio Sinfonola will no longer be on air in an emotional message.
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