Join me, Antonio Alanís, a multidisciplinary visual artist, as I explore how literature and historical context shape an artist's response to hate and social issues. In this episode, I discuss a range of books that delve into themes of resistance, politics, and identity, including Mexico at the World's Fairs, the José Guadalupe Posada Aguilar exhibition catalog, Culture and Imperialism, Art and Revolution, and Borderlands/La Frontera by Gloria Anzaldúa. I share my insights on the importance of grounding art in historical references and invite you to reflect on how artists can drive social change.