This week and next, we’re presenting Sound Influence: The Art and Soul of Puerto Rico.
The Río Piedras-based comedy band Los Rivera Destino talk about their musical childhoods, how making a music video in Bayamón changed their lives and careers forever, and the extremely unlikely place that has become their source of inspiration. Award-winning author Jaquir ... Show More
Nov 2024
Alebrijes, Tonales, y Animales Fantásticos - Alebrijes, Tonales, and Fantastic Animals
<p>Have you ever wondered about the colorful alebrijes featured in Mexican culture or how they connect to myths like nahuales and tonales? In this episode, we share the story of how alebrijes originated from a fever dream, their transformation from papier-mâché to wood carvings i ... Show More
24m 30s
Jul 2025
Los Narcocorridos - Narcocorridos (Drug Ballads)
<p>Narcocorridos are narrative songs that paint vivid pictures of drug trafficking, organized crime, and the lives of real or fictional figures in the narcotics world. In this episode, we discuss where this genre fits within regional Mexican music, the ethical concerns it raises, ... Show More
26m 10s
Nov 2024
La Flor de Cempasúchil - Historia, Cultura y Leyendas - The Cempasúchil Flower - History, Culture and Legends
<p>In this lively discussion, we share our experience celebrating Día de Muertos in Cholula, Puebla, surrounded by the beautiful cempasúchil fields and festive atmosphere. We dive into the origins and uses of the marigold in Mexico, from its practical applications in gardening an ... Show More
24m 58s
Jul 2024
El Dorado: Mitos y Leyendas de la Ciudad que Nunca Fue - El Dorado: Myths and Legends of the City that Never Was
<p>Discover the true story behind the legend of El Dorado, a tale that has fascinated explorers and treasure hunters for centuries. We'll discuss the Muisca people's golden rituals, how the Spanish conquistadors embellished the myth, and the cultural misunderstandings t ... Show More
31 m