In this special episode of the Latino Newsletter podcast, host Michelle Zacarias is joined by founder Julio Ricardo Varela to discuss the New York Times report on the sexual abuse allegations against César Chávez. Michelle and Julio process the public response, reflect on the complexity of holding a movement's legacy alongside its darkest truths, and examine how activist communities can better protect women and children. The conversation is raw, honest, and deeply felt — a necessary reckoning for the Latino community and beyond.

Warning: Part of this episode includes a discussion of sexual violence.

Image: César Chávez in 1972 (Public Domain)

This episode of The Latino Newsletter podcast was produced by Joaquín Cotler, Juan Diego Ramírez, and Michelle Zacarias. Julio Ricardo Varela edited the conversation. The music is by Cast of Characters via Soundstripe.

Season 2 of The Latino Newsletter podcast was made possible through individual gifts ⁠ and ⁠The Latino Media Consortium⁠.