In the Season 2 Finale we talk with Maria Esther Fernandez who is the Artistic Director of The Cheech Cultural Center and Museum in Riverside, CA. She tells about her life and her first love of art and how the one of a kind Cheech Center is showcasing artists in our community and also giving our community a place to start conversation.

www.riversideartmuseum.org

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

Elias and Allen discuss two major events in Mexican History and how each affect the Chicano community now. Cinco de Mayo is NOT Mexican Independence Day. They talk about the significance of the that day as well as how Dieciseis celebrates the spirit of Mexican Independence, but is not actually the day that Mexico was recognized as its own country.

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

In this sequel episode we are talking with the other half of the Raised in LA team. Dan Hernandez talks to us about his life as a young boy coming to the U.S. and experiencing the art around him. He also tells us about how he has developed his unique style.

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

We are joined again by the talented writer Sofia Aguilar! She shares with us some of her favorite Chicana authors and tells us about how their contributions have helped shape storytelling in our community.

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

We talk to filmmaker, James Rodriguez, about how important representation is for our community and his plan to help solve that problem. He started a non-profit that will not only education Latino/as on how to gain entry into the film industry, but feature a one-of-a-kind streaming channel to showcase their work. (Think MTV from the 80s).

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

In this episode we speak to artist, Ian Lantz. He comes from a diverse background. We speak to him about how his art affects not just his community, but those around him. Although he is not what we would traditionally think of as Chicano, his work and life experiences mirror those of our community

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

Ian Lantz - @ianlantz

In this episode Elias and Allen talk about the most famous musician you may have never heard of. Trini Lopez was mentored by Frank Sinatra and beloved by musicians like Buddy Holly and Elvis. He had an amazing career and we talk about it all.

Original Music by: Stephen Castillo

On this episode we talk with Erick Zerecero who is a photographer and scientist. We talk about how he is able to express himself through both passions and how we don't need to limit ourselves to just one thing.

Original Music by Stephen Castillo

The concepts of Colonization and Decolonization can be so large and difficult to wrap your head around. However, they play a major role in our community and how we perceive ourselves and others. We welcome Dr. Brenda Gandara to tell us her story of immigrating to the United States and help us breakdown these words and ideas. She has dedication her life to studying the effects of Colonization and we hope you enjoy this thought provoking interview.

Produced by Iliana Bollum

Music by Stephen Castillo

Elias and Allen discuss the Mexican Spitfire herself, Lupe Velez. Lupe was a key part of the rise of Mexican Cinema, but also held a very important place in American movies. Our struggle for representation in film and television is still a big one, but Lupe's career was a huge step in the right direction.