Raíces

Cathy Lara has John Roacha and Jesse Ponce Jr., her fellow classmates from SMHS Class of 1982, in the KZSM Studio to tell the story and meaning of Las Posadas. The tradition was first celebrated in New Spain, Mexico, and brought toe the United States, to continue to the present. A Christmas tradition en el barrio.

We hear the musical voices of Nach Facundo, Lupe Platain, Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Ponce.

Guadalupe Chapel - Guests: Christina Casas-Moreno, Mercedes Formolo, Dr. Anna Juarez

Cathy Lara has a riveting discussion with her guests about the history of Guadalupe Chapel in the Victory Gardens neighborhood.

Cathy Lara interviews David Montilongo on his life in San marcos. They touch on his childhood homes along Purgatory in the Dunbar neighborhood, segregation in the schools, his printing business, and his years as a regional music event promoter for bands and artists.

Cathy Lara interviews Maricela Suarez and her uncle Armando Martinez about the history of the family in San Marcos with Victory Cleaners, and the local VFW.

Cathy Lara hosts Augustin, Laura, and Irma from La Distancia. Hear about their upcoming awards, crazy stories from the road over the years, and some music from the KZSM.org studios.

Cathy Lara hosts a discussion of genealogy, Guadalupe Chapel in San Marcos, and the importance of being informed in the upcoming elections.

Cathy Lara interviews Gloria Delgadeo. Her grandfather owned a mercantile store in San Marcos at the beginning of the 20th century and her mother owned her own Beauty Salon until the 1970's.

Host Cathy Lara interviews guest Aaron Pyle of the Indigenous Cultures Institute. Aaron gives great advice on what to enjoy at the upcoming Sacred Springs Pow Wow in San marcos. The show closes out with Aaron playing a beautiful musical piece on the flute.

Cathy Lara interviews Christus Salas Flores and her Father Gilbert Gomez who has ran Royal Cleaners for over 65 years in downtown San Marcos. It is the oldest continuously ran business in downtown San Marcos.

Host Cathy Lara interviews Thea Racha about traditional foods and customs around the history of Mexican Independence Day.