This episode features an exhibition panel discussion titled "Viva La Vida Ante La Adversidad,” hosted by Antonio Alanís with the Inter-Latin American Artist Collective (ILAAC), including Pepe Caudillo, Luis McKinney, Lety Alvarez, Peter Marin, Jose Manuel Cruz, and Cornelio Campos. The panel covers the exhibition’s theme, how ILAAC came to be, and personal artist stories reflecting to today’s times. We talk about responses to social and political challenges through art, shared experiences from the migrant community, and the importance of art as a tool for change and healing. The panel also provides insights into the future of our work and encourages community engagement through art. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the artists. 

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:20 What is ILAAC?
04:27 Exhibition Details and Individual Introductions
05:10 Pepe Caudillo’s Artistic Journey
07:56 Luis McKinney's Story and Art
11:34 Leti Alvarez's Artistic Expression
15:47 Peter Marin's Perspective
19:51 Jose Manuel Cruz's Background and Art
23:21 Cornelio Campos' Artistic Evolution
28:13 Antonio Alanís Multidisciplinary Art
32:05 Panel Discussion: Art and Adversity
47:39 The Timeless Relevance of Art
49:27 Historical Context and Modern Parallels
51:13 The Power of Art in Times of Crisis
53:47 Exploring Mexican Identity Through Art
01:00:20 Multicultural Influences in Art
01:05:36 Art as a Tool for Healing
01:14:29 The Importance of Artist Conversations
01:17:53 Final Thoughts and Future Plans