Latinos Who Lunch

La Xochi came through again! As a member of Chulita Vinyl Club's Austin chapter, Xochi Solis, together with her husband George Pasterk have amassed an incredible collection of Tejano music and in this very special episode they curated a playlist for LWL listeners. From Flaco Jiménez to Selena, this playlist tilted “Pensando en Tejas” is a mix of all Tejanx artists and/or Texas record labels taken from George and Xochi’s vinyl collection. If you listened to last week’s episode, you will recognize some of the musicians featured in this badass list. Take it away...VAMONOS!!!

PENSANDO EN TEJAS
November 2017

Back in September, Babelito and Favy were in Austin, Texas and got to hang with their friends Xochi Solis and George Pasterk. From Chulita Vinyl Club to The Denver Art Museum and from Church of the Friendly Ghost to MASS Gallery, these two have been making waves in the Austin art world for years now. George and Xochi discussed the violent gentrification of Austin and the role of art spaces in erasing and preserving the Latinx sanctuaries of the city. Also in this episode, they tell us all about the importance of Tejano culture, music, food and the role that identity has played in their artistic practice. #buildyourowncanon

In this episode, LWL catch up over some fake-ass sushi and discuss the importance of art spaces including Latinx artists for their talent and not just to perform their identity. Also, Favy spent a whole month in TX and, as always, he gathered all beatuiful Latinx media content creators from the area. He takes us back to Dallas where he talked to the people from De Colores Radio, Yvonne Marquez from Autostraddle and interviewed Fried Papita and Myte Panda from Cabronas y Chingnonas. Favy gets intimate with the badass ladies of CYC, discusses the content of their show and the importance of creating visibility for the queer and Latinx community. #chookth

Let's get it poppin'! In this hilarious episode FavyFav and Babelito chat with their comadre Julio Salgado about his artwork, drag queens, Jenni Rivera, gorditas, and Latinx visibility in popular media! From his "Undocumented and Awkward" Youtube, series to his digital work in Culture Strike, Julio has been producing art that comments on the realities and ironies of being undocumented in the U.S. Julio also tells LWL why he titles his lectures "I'm an artist of color and I'm still alive" and the need for POC cultural makers to claim their own greatness.

Respira profundo... This week FavyFav and Babelito slow down, take a breath and take the time to talk to their favorite landscape designer, Melissa Gonzalez. They discuss the integrity of trees in the desert, creating your own garden sanctuary, starting your own business, helping pollinators, and the importance of keeping your energy positive and balanced. In a world that seems chaotic, Melissa's wisdom could not have come at a better time. #latinx #mentalhealth #bees

This week Babelito and FavyFav talk about the terrorist attack on the Las Vegas Strip. They discuss their feelings about the tragedy, the social media frenzy and the way the media shapes our perception of white terrorism. They also get into the love they have for their city and the ways you can help the victims and families affected by the shooting. Viva Las Vegas! #VegasStrong

This week Latinos Who Lunch are joined by FavyFav's younger cousins, Aliah (age 13) and Angel II (Age 12). They talk about growing up in Las Vegas, politics, ketchup and much much more!

This family friendly episode is brought to you by Nevada Humanities and The Neon Museum. To sign up for the tour mentioned in this episode follow the link below:

Last weekend Babelito joined FavyFav in Austin, Texas and met up with an amazing group of listeners! In this Mordida, you'll hear a conversation between LWL, Ana Vargas from Sobremesa Podcast and Miguel Cruz who traveled all the way from Dallas to attend the event! Listen in as the talk about music festivals, their favorite taco spots and... being a Mexican vegan!?

Babelito and FavyFav dedicate an entire episode to their listeners. That's right!!! It's another listener letter episode! As LWL grows, so does the awesome community around them. This episode is for all of the listeners who opened up and shared their amazing stories!  The boys answer some important questions like: What does guara gurara la cuchara mean? Is grad school for you? Is Starbucks playing Mexicans with cinnamon latte drinks? Tune in to find out and keep those letters coming!!!! #latinoswholunch #latinx #supportbrownpodcasts #podsincolor

¡NO POS WOW! For this Mordida minisode, FavyFav and Babelito call Chicago artist Yvette Mayorga. They talk about her upcoming exhibitions, the Baroque, Nike Cortez history and spending time in Miami with Favy. Check out our friend's work at yvettemayorga.com and don't miss her installation at Expo Chicago, September 13-17. #chicana #latinx #EXPOchicago