Yollocalli

Immigrant/newcomer students are here- and their language needs are changing in the face of education! On this episode, we dive into the growing wave of multilingual learners in today's classrooms, exploring how schools need to adapt and what this means for the future of education. Join us as we break down the history of ESL programs, hear how we got to this place and see how people are feeling about it.

We'll listen to a chat with a teacher on the frontlines, and hear firsthand from a student navigating their own language journey. Language barriers? Not so much, We're talking about a new era of education- and it's all about embracing diversity in the classroom.

Evert wonder what's under the City of Chicago? While we may not be able to answer that question in terms of geography and architecture, we can tell you all abut the punk rock/ underground entertainment industry of the Windy City!

Lights, cameras, let's rock! On this episode of Wattz Up! we're taking our flashlights and exploring the underground scene. Whether that in the form of songs, outfits, or much more; we're exploring the deep and rich history of Chicago's underground industry. Join the team as we hear different music recommendations. traverse the Latin American scene, and a loud riff of interviews including musical artists The Tracies and Lavender Point! Turn it up!

Tweens are out! Sephora kids are in! On this episode of Wattz Up! we explore changes that come with the younger generations growing up and what this means for our future.

Join us as we illuminate the history behind the start of the internet to how Chile once developed a communication system similar to the internet, we didscuss with individuals and their experience with technology in the pre-y2K era.

The internet is more than just a useful asset, whether is be scrolling on TikTok or playing online games, it's something we encounter every day. Join us as we go over the internet's impact on education and the tween era there once was.

Sana, sana! On this Episode of Wattz Up! we will be exploring holistic healing, social issues, as well as some captivating interviews and content from the crew! We'll be talking about "curanderos" and other different kinds of practicers. Botánicas, as well as other practices in healing the body as well as the mind. Food is also part of the journey, so we will explore food apartheid in Chicago as well as gentrification of healing herbs and indigenous forms of healing. Is palo santo endangered? We get to the nitty gritty of the metaphysical, medically beneficial, as well as a safe way to navigate these hemispheres. 🌎🕊️❤️‍🩹✨💖📡📻

Who is brat?!

As Election Day nears, the Wattz Up! crew covers everything you need to know about this election. From covering the basics about the ballot, to seeing the nationwide impact, we are jouned by first-time voters sharing their experiences and views on the election.

In this episode, we go over the statistis in voter turnout by age and what issues the presidential candidates address. Join us as we uncover how social media in the new generation of young voters are changing elections, for better or for worse.

Join the Wattz Up! crew with the 10th edition of Your Horror Your Way, where we dive into the themes of "Occupation" and "Invasion".

Listen to original harrowing tales and soundscapes from scary night walks, evil phone apps, alien invasions, wars and much more that will keep you awake all night long. 👽👻🙀

⚡Wattz Up! Special: Our Shared Future⚡

In conjunction with the Smithsonian’s initiative “Our Shared Futures: Reckoning With Our Racial Past”, Wattz Up!’s Ariandy Luna and August Abitang engage with voices of the museum industry to learn how some Chicago museums address the history of racism and segregation and seek to change the future through strengthening connections beyond neighborhoods! 🌟

Special thanks to Monica Rickert Bolter, Co-Founder and Director of Operations at the Center for Native Futures (@centernativefutures), Monique Brinkman-Hill, Executive Director at the South Side Community Art Center (@southsidecommunityartcenter), Carlos Tortolero, President Emeritus and Founder of the National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA), Barbara Engelskirchen, Chief Development Officer of the NMMA(@explorenmma), and Tiff Beatty, Associate Director of the National Public Housing Museum (@thenphm), and the Smithsonian Institution (@smithsonian)!

🌟WATTZ UP!: NOT IN SERVICE🌟 DNC SPECIAL

Wattz Up! Reporters Ariandy Luna and August Abitang took to the streets to cover the 2024 Democratic National Convention as well as some of the protests surrounding it. Tune in to hear their day by day coverage and thoughts on a hectic week in Chicago.

Wattz Up! Not In Service aired Saturday, August 24th from 12-2 PM on WLPN-LP @lumpenradio 105.5 FM Chicago.

Celebrate the Summer with Wattz Up! on our season finale at the 2024 Yollocalli Summer Exhibition taking place in the one and only @malinalligarden . Hear from Yollocalli program instructors and participants about all the amazing art and work they created throughout the summer! We will have guests like the Yollocalli Youth Council, Yollo Lab, Camera Flux and our amazing Yollocalli Director, Vanessa Sanchez! Tune in and learn more about Yollocalli, our programs and amazing students! 🌟

⭐️ Wattz Up! Season 26 ⭐️ Episode 3: Pitchfork Music Festival Recap 🎤 🎶

The Wattz Up! crew left the radio station and headed to Union Park and explored everything Pitchfork Music Festival (@pitchforkfest) had to offer this year! Rap, country, pop, and so many other genres combined together to form a unique experience! 🪩

Join Fernanda on a caffeine-fueled vox pop with attendees, as well as Michelle’s conversations with vendors! Walk the runway as we learn the do’s and don’ts of music festivals dress code with Jasmine and the most fashionable guests. Plus, join Araceli and Angel on their exclusive interview with artist L’Rain (@turrelljames)! Not only that, but join the team on their journey to find E’s missing Ventra card; discovering more of the festival along the way. Will they be able to find it?!

Tune in to find out the answer, and hear about all the other shenanigans at one of the largest music festivals in Chicago! ✨