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The KUT Longhorn Radio Network Presents: Mexican American Experience Collection

Audio recordings including interviews, music, and informational programs related to the Mexican American community and their concerns in the series "The Mexican American Experience" and "A esta hora conversamos" from the Longhorn Radio Network, 1976-1982.

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1.

Chicano Literature: Context And Controversy

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Elizabeth Ordoñez, Ida Maldonado, Jose Villarreal, Juan Rodriguez, Nicolas Kannelos, Rolando Hinojosa-Smith, Yolanda Julia Broyles

Broadcast date:
May 28, 1982

Description:


Linda Fregoso analyzes current tensions in Chicano literature with Chicano authors, poets, critics and publishers. The conversation first examines the decline of the Spanish-language press and the impact of Chicano publishing houses on the publication of self-consciously political literature by Chicano authors. The program ends with a contrast between the first Chicano generation of writers and what some of their advocates call the squeegee generation.

 

2.

Chicano Literature: Origins And Genres

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Alurista, Jose Monleon, Jose Montoya, Juan Rodriguez, Petra Garcia, Ricardo Hinojosa Smith, Ricardo Sanchez

Broadcast date:
May 25, 1982

Description:


Linda Fregoso examines the history of Chicano literature in the United States with literary historians, artists and writers. The first of a two-part series, this show focuses on the debate about the origins of Chicano literature, the themes in 19th century Mexican American writers, the cronicas diabolicas and cronicas festivas genre developed by Mexican exiles in San Francisco, as well as Pocho, pachucos and the pintos that are present in the Chicano generation of writers.

 

3.

Conjunto Musicians, Their Lives And Their Times.

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Esteban Jordan, Flaco Jiménez, Santiago Jimenez, Jr., Tony de la Rosa

Broadcast date:
Apr 22, 1982

Description:


Host Rosa Linda Fregoso discusses the life and careers of conjunto musicians with musicians Tony de la Rosa, Flaco Jimenez, and Esteban Jordan. The conversation moves from their situations growing up, to starting their careers, to their current status in the recording industries.

 

4.

Chicano Theater

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Theater

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Jorge Huerta

Broadcast date:
Apr 16, 1982

Description:


Dr. Jorge Huerta, a professor of drama, discusses the development of Chicano theatre. Dr. Jorge Huerta, is the 1st Chicano with a PhD in Drama. He teaches Chicano theater at the University of California-Berkeley and is author of "Chicano Theater: Themes and Forms."

 

5.

Contraband Corridos: Community And Controversy

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
José Cuellar, José Villarino

Broadcast date:
Apr 2, 1982

Description:


Drs. José Villarino and José Cuellar from San Diego State University talk about the role of corridos in Chicano culture. Here, they focus on drug-smuggling corridos and their evolution in poetic and musical structure. Classic corridos like Contrabando y Traicion feature in this show.

 

6.

Bakery In A Chicano Barrio

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Food

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Joe Avila

Broadcast date:
Jan 22, 1982

Description:


Linda Fregoso interviews Joe Avila, a panadero, or breadmaker, and the bakers employed at Joe's Bakery who explain how Mexican "pan dulce" is made. They explore some of the folklore about "Panaderos"—including the rumors about their working hours and the names people call the Chicano breadmakers. Avila also reflects on his work migrant laborers and the coming changes to the bakery profession.

 

7.

Lisa LóPez: Profile Of A Chicana Singer

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music, Profiles

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Lisa Lopez

Broadcast date:
Dec 17, 1981

Description:


Linda Fregoso speaks with Chicana singer Lisa Lopez about her career and aspirations. López has appeared on Mexican national television, broadcast in the U.S. on the Spanish International Network. Her hit, "Si quieres verme llorar" was #1 on the Latin Amerian charts. And, "Wrong Time to Love You" made the U.S. charts.

 

8.

Chicano Christmas Cultural Customs

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music, Religion

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Carmen Tafolla, Raquel Pérez

Broadcast date:
Nov 19, 1981

Description:


Carmen Tafolla and Raquel Pérez talk about the “Tamalada” the “Bunuelos” and the bilingual songs and poems which are part of the X-Mas practices of Chicanos. This program includes the Chicano versions of “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”, “Twas the Night Before Christmas” as well as other popular Chicano Christmas songs.

 

9.

Chicanos At Christmas Time

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music, Religion

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Carmen Tafolla, Raquel Pérez

Broadcast date:
Nov 15, 1981

Description:


Linda Fregoso and guests Carmen Tafolla and Raquel Perez discuss several religious traditions Chicanos celebrate at Christmastime. This program includes Christmas music of "Little Joe, Johnny y la Familia", and "Los Alegres de Teran", along with other Chicano Christmas songs.

 

10.

Interview With Chicano Psychologist Gus BaróN

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Gus Barón

Broadcast date:
Nov 6, 1981

Description:


Psychologist Gus Baron discusses the emerging field of Chicano psychology, which argues that psychologists must understand their patient’s culture in order to best treat mental health problems. Baron explains that the term Chicano psychology seeks to raise awareness among non-Chicano psychologists about the ways in which minority experiences affect behavior.

 

11.

Our Lady Of Guadalupe

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Religion

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Alicia Gonzáles, Jerry Burnett

Broadcast date:
Oct 29, 1981

Description:


Alicia Gonzalez discusses the image of the Virgin de Guadalupe and her role in uniting and symbolizing the Mexican community, from her appearance in 1531 to the farm worker’s movement. Father Jerry Burnett discusses her place in liberation struggles during the War of Independence, the Mexican Revolution, the UFW and contemporary struggles for dignity in Mexican communities across the Southwest. Note: This is a repeat of program 1980-50.

 

12.

Chicano Art: History And Politics

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Art

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Amado Peña, Pedro Rodríguez

Broadcast date:
Oct 22, 1981

Description:


Pedro Rodriguez, a professor of Art history, and Amado Peña, an artist, discuss the development of Chicano Art: its influences and its characteristics.

 

13.

Seguin: The Movie, Its Director And Its Critics

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Film

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Jesús Treviño, Juan Rodríguez, Rosuara Sánchez

Broadcast date:
Oct 19, 1981

Description:


Linda Fregoso hosts a conversation with film-maker Jesus Treviño, literary critic Rosaura Sánchez and film critic Juan Rodríguez about "Seguin." The film focused on the tragic life of Juan Nepomuceno Seguin, a soldier for Texas independence, signer of the Texas Constitution and an exile from the Texas Republic.

 

14.

Mariachi Music: An Ethnomusicology

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Bill Faulkner, Daniel Sheehy, Heriberto Molina, Mark Fogelquist

Broadcast date:
Oct 1, 1981

Description:


Linda Fregoso speaks with several ethnomusicologists as she traces the origins of Mariachi music and how it has changed over time.

 

15.

Leonardo Jimenez, Conjunto Musician

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Leonardo "Flaco" Jimenez

Broadcast date:
Jul 12, 1981

Description:


Linda Fregoso connects the history of Conjunto to the migration of South Texas Tejanos into urban areas across the Southwest and Midwest. In her interview with Leonardo “Flaco” Jimenez, he discusses his career as a conjunto musician in South Texas and his efforts to reach larger audiences in the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.

 

16.

A History Of Chicano Scholarship And Chicano Studies

Theme:
Culture

Series:
History

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
José Limón

Broadcast date:
Oct 2, 1980

Description:


Dr. Jose Limon discusses the history of Chicano Studies programs, Chicano scholarship and the role of its forum: the National Association of Chicano Studies.

 

17.

Valerio Longoria, Accordion Genius

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Valerio Longoria

Broadcast date:
May 22, 1981

Description:


Valerio Longoria discusses his life, his world travels, his career in Tejano music and his experiences in the recording industry.

 

18.

Tony De La Rosa, A Pioneer In The Popularization Of Conjunto Music.

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Tony de la Rosa

Broadcast date:
May 5, 1981

Description:


Tony de la Rosa discusses his career as a conjunto musician and the difficulties he has encountered along the way.

 

19.

Profile Of Chicano Musician Esteban Jordan

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music, Profiles

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Esteban Jordan

Broadcast date:
Apr 24, 1981

Description:


Esteban Jordan discusses his career as a Chicano musician, his experiences in the recording industry and the origins of his innovative sounds with host Linda Fregoso.

 

20.

José Montalvo, Chicano Poet

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
José Montalvo, Yolanda Broyles

Broadcast date:
Mar 25, 1981

Description:


Linda Fregoso speaks with the poet Jose Montalvo about his poetry, and Chicano activism. She also speaks with Professor Yolanda Broyles about Montalvo’s work and how it compares with that of other Chicano poets.

 

21.

Amparo Ochoa: La Nueva Cancion And Political Currents In Mexico

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music, Politics

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Amparo Ochoa

Broadcast date:
Feb 5, 1981

Description:


Amparo Ochoa discusses her particular style of folk music, its influences and the message she seeks to convey to her audience.

 

22.

Pocho: The Novel, The Author, And Their Times

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Biography, Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
José Antonio Villarreal

Broadcast date:
Jan 14, 1981

Description:


Jose Antonio Villarreal discusses his novel, Pocho, and the ways in which his own life and politics influenced his writing. Villarreal first discusses his experiences growing up in the pre-World War II era in California.

 

23.

La Camelia

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Rosa-Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Carmen Tafolla

Broadcast date:
Dec 23, 1980

Description:


Rosa-Linda Fregoso discusses the corrido, “Contrabando y Traición,” with Carmen Tafolla, an instructor at the University of Texas, and speaks with several Chicanos about its popularity.

 

24.

Our Lady Of Guadalupe

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Religion

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Alicia Gonzáles, Jerry Burnett

Broadcast date:
Nov 18, 1980

Description:


Alicia Gonzalez discusses the image of the Virgin de Guadalupe and her role in uniting and symbolizing the Mexican community, from her appearance in 1531 to the farm worker’s movement. Father Jerry Burnett discusses her place in liberation struggles during the War of Independence, the Mexican Revolution, the UFW and contemporary struggles for dignity in Mexican communities across the Southwest.

 

25.

Mexico, The United States And Mariachi Music: A Look At Its Past, Present And Future

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Claudia Zapata, Florencia Gutierrez, Gail San Miguel, Heriberto Molina

Broadcast date:
Nov 6, 1980

Description:


Linda Fregoso speaks with various people attending the International Mariachi Conference in San Antonio about the development of mariachi music in the United States and its relations with Mexican mariachi music.

 

26.

Chicano Literature: The Theme Of Cultural Resistance

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Juan Rodríguez, Raul Salinas

Broadcast date:
Oct 15, 1980

Description:


Juan Rodriguez, a professor in the Center for Mexican American Studies, discusses the development of Chicano literature, he explains that Chicano literature largely reflects its working class origins, that there are multiple genres of Chicano literature, including corridos, legends, and jokes, which were passed on orally and only later recorded. Because of limited educational opportunities, Chicanos did not fully develop a written literary tradition until after World War II.

 

27.

Lowriding: The Fusion Of Cultural Symbols And The Diffusion Of Cultural Myths

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Luis Plascencia

Broadcast date:
Sep 15, 1980

Description:


Luis Plascencia, a professor at the University of Texas, explains that lowriders originated in the late 1930s in Sacramento and spread to the rest of Southern California and eventually the Southwest. Plascencia argues that because of its long history, lowriding is more than a fad.

 

28.

Rolando R. Hinojosa-Smith: My Life And Times With Chicano Literature

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Rolando R. Hinojosa-Smith

Broadcast date:
Sep 9, 1980

Description:


Writer Rolando Hinojosa Smith talks about his life, his work and developments in Chicano literature

 

29.

Alternative Media: A Social Movement And A Political Project

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Media

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
David Sandoval

Broadcast date:
Aug 9, 1980

Description:


Linda Fregoso interviews David Sandoval, a Chicano filmmaker from Los Angeles, California, who worked on Corridos del Valle, a film on the Raymondsville strike. Sandoval is also head of the Emancipation Arts, a non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide opportunities for Alternative media projects.

 

30.

Margarito Garza: Judge By Day, Radical Comic Book Artist By Night

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Art

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Margarito Garza

Broadcast date:
Aug 7, 1980

Description:


Interview with Margarito Garza, an attorney from Corpus Christi, TX who is also the creator of the Chicano comic-book super hero, Relampago. Relampago is a product of the South Texas barrios who magically receives his super powers through the aid of a bruja, and finds himself using his power acting as a defender of justice for Chicanos.

 

31.

Interview With Mayan Artist Humbatz Mena

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Art, History

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Humbatz Mena

Broadcast date:
Aug 3, 1980

Description:


Interview with Mayan artist Humbatz Mena, whose work reflects the highly geometric and symbolic art of the Mayan people. In today's program, Humbatz Mena explains how he discovered the mystical relation of his work with his Mayan ancestors, and about the Mayan's use of symbolic art not only as an instrument of education, but also as an interpretation of the universe to their lives.

 

32.

Little Joe Hernandez Y La Familia

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Joe Hernández, Johnny Hernández

Broadcast date:
Jul 25, 1980

Description:


Joe and Johnny Hernandez, from the group Little Joe y la Familia, discuss the inspiration for their music and how it has changed over the years.

 

33.

Beto Villa, Orchestra Innovator

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Beto Villa, Manuel Peña, Mrs. Beto Villa

Broadcast date:
Jul 21, 1980

Description:


This program examines and highlights the career of Beto Villa, prominent Chicano orchestra leader the 1940's and 50's. Villa, often called "the Mexican Guy Lombardo", popularized the use of the accordion in orchestral music and created a style appealing to all classes of mexicanos throughout the years. Linda Fregoso discusses this career with Beto Villa, his wife and Manuel Peña.

 

34.

An Owner's Guide To The Record Industry

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Business, Music

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Salome Gutiérrez

Broadcast date:
Jul 4, 1980

Description:


Interview with Salome Gutiérrez, owner of Del Bravo Record Company located in San Antonio, Texas. He explains the problems of producing Chicano music and promoting it in the United States

 

35.

Oscar Zamora, Chicano Ventriloquist

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Biography

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Oscar Zamora

Broadcast date:
Jul 1, 1980

Description:


In this interview conducted in Spanish, Oscar Zamora talks about his work as a ventriloquist and his variety show Sal y Pimienta.

 

36.

John Hanson: I Always Wanted To Be A Deejay

Themes:
Culture, Identity, Politics

Series:

Host:
John Mckiernan-Gonzalez

Interviewee:
John Hanson, producer, In Black America. One-time producer of the Longhorn Radio Network

Broadcast date:
Dec 31, 1969

Description:


John Hanson retells how he got to Austin from Detroit, how his high school experience shaped his awareness of racial discrimination, his experience of the Detroit riot of 1967. He then reflected on his move to Austin, the challenge of breaking into radio, and the ongoing translation effort he needs to do to communicate Black Austin's interests to public radio staff.

 

37.

Poetry And Its Political Context / Heroin And Its Policy Context

Themes:
Culture, Society

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Albert Mata, Ricardo Sánchez

Broadcast date:
Jun 2, 1980

Description:


Dr. Ricardo Sanchez discusses prominent themes in his poetry and his interest in gender, sexuality, liberation and cultural expression. Fregoso then interviews Mata, who describes some of the myths and fears associated with Chicano drug use.

 

38.

Chuy Negrete - Historian, Musician, Composer, Playwright, Organizer, Activist

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Profiles

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Chuy Negrete

Broadcast date:
Jun 2, 1980

Description:


Chuy Negrete discusses his music and the politics that inspire him and plays several songs. Negrete explains that he got his musical start in church as a young boy in Chicago and then came to Chicano music through other genres, such as rock and roll, blues and big band.

 

39.

Chicano Poetry, Chicano Organizing

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Alurista, Isidro Ortíz

Broadcast date:
May 9, 1980

Description:


In this two part episode, host Linda Fregoso first interviews Chicano poet, Alurista about the evolution of Chicano poetry. She then speaks with Professor Isidro Ortiz about organizing in Chicano communities.

 

40.

Changing Sex Roles Of Chicanas

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Women's Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Lea Ybarra

Broadcast date:
Apr 30, 1980

Description:


Dr. Lea Ybarra, Sociology Professor at the University of California, discusses the changing gender roles and norms of Chicanas.

 

41.

Corridos Del Valle

Themes:
Culture, Politics

Series:
Film, Labor

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
David Sandoval, Javier Silva, Luis Tórres

Broadcast date:
Apr 2, 1980

Description:


Three Chicano filmmakers, David Sandoval, Luis Tórres, and Javier Silva, about the making of their feature length documentary, "Corridos del Valle", which depicts the struggles of the migrant farm workers in Raymondsville, South Texas

 

42.

The Indigenous Movement In Mexico Today

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Andres Segura

Broadcast date:
Mar 21, 1980

Description:


Andres Segura, a captain in the Confederacion de Concheros, discusses the traditions and beliefs of the ancient Chichimecas, Mexicas and Toltecas and his efforts to preserve and share Mexico’s indigenous heritage. (Interview is in Spanish)

 

43.

Making Children Aware Of Their Cultures

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Ellen Treviño

Broadcast date:
Feb 21, 1980

Description:


Ellen L. Treviño, program director for the Nueces County Social Cultural Intervention Program discuses her work with children from the barrios of Corpus Christi. The program uses recreation and art to help children in minority or low-income communities build awareness of their culture, their community and their own value.

 

44.

The Disappearance Of Authentic Chicano Culture

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Family

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Jun 19, 1979

Description:


Richard Goodman explores the history and transformations of the Mexican American family as well as other Chicano customs and traditions of Chicanos, such as weddings, rodeos, and quinceañeras. (This episode combines programs 1976-02 and 1976-03).

 

45.

The Kennedy Corridos

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
John Wheat

Interviewee:
Dan Dickey

Broadcast date:
Jan 3, 1980

Description:


Host John Wheat Gibson explores the history of the corridos Mexican American musicians wrote in memory of John F. Kennedy.

 

46.

La MúSica NorteñA - Part 2 Of 3

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
John Wheat

Interviewee:
John Wheat

Broadcast date:
Sep 14, 1979

Description:


The second in a three part series examining Norteña music, this episode hosted by John Wheat Gibson explores the genre’s development between 1940 and 1950.

 

47.

La MúSica NorteñA - Part 1 Of 3

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
John Wheat

Interviewee:
John Wheat

Broadcast date:
Sep 14, 1979

Description:


The first in a three part series examining Norteña music, this episode hosted by John Wheat Gibson explores the origins and history of the musical traditions of South Texas and Northern Mexico.

 

48.

Chicano Expressive Culture: Corridos, Carpas And Teatro Campesino

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Theatre

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Sep 4, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two previous programs (1977-12 and 1977-13), host Richard Goodman discusses Chicano Theatre and the history of the corrido.

 

49.

Chicano Fine Arts

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature, Music

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Jun 20, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two earlier programs (1976-12 and 1976-13), Richard Goodman discusses several characteristics of Chicano literature and classical music.

 

50.

The View Of Chicanos In Mexico

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Sylvia Orozco

Broadcast date:
May 25, 1979

Description:


Sylvia Orozco discusses her experiences studying in Mexico City as a Chicana artist on a scholarship from Becas para Aztlan.

 

51.

After The Zoot Suit: An Interview With Mike Gomez, Actor And Activist.

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Theater

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Mike Gómez

Broadcast date:
Jan 28, 1979

Description:


Mike Gomez, one of the actors in "Zoot Suit," talks about Chicanos in Hollywood and the play Zoot Suit.

 

52.

Curanderismo

Themes:
Culture, Identity, Society

Series:
Folklore, Health

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Juan Chavira

Broadcast date:
Apr 25, 1979

Description:


Dr. Juan Chavira discusses the practices, beliefs, and theories that constitute contemporary curanderismo. He emphasizes the body of knowledge in curanderismo that connects everyday life to the maintenance of health.

 

53.

Chicano Poetry

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Angelica Martínez

Broadcast date:
Nov 1, 1978

Description:


Angelica Martinez, editor of the literary magazine Tejidos, discusses recent trends in Chicano Literature.

 

54.

Corridos And A Folklore Heritage

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Folklore, Music

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Manuel Peña

Broadcast date:
Oct 18, 1978

Description:


Manuel Peña discusses the corrido, its major themes and recent changes in the genre.

 

55.

The State Of Chicano Literature

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Ramón Saldívar

Broadcast date:
Oct 11, 1978

Description:


Dr. Ramon Saldivar discusses the history and development of Chicano Literature. He defines Chicano literature, which is a relatively new development, primarily by the background of its author and whether or not he or she identifies as Chicano.

 

56.

A Chicano's Perspective On Cuba

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Latin America

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Paul Velez

Broadcast date:
Aug 13, 1978

Description:


Paul Velez, a probation officer in Travis County, Texas discusses his experience as a delegate to the recent Festival of Youths and Students held in Cuba.

 

57.

Chicanos In Country Music

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Lydia Kay Anderson

Broadcast date:
Jul 13, 1978

Description:


Lydia Anderson, disc jockey for KVET Radio in Austin, Texas discusses the impact of Chicanos on modern country music

 

58.

Corridos: The Oral History Of The Chicano Community

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Armando Gutiérrez

Broadcast date:
Jun 8, 1978

Description:


Host Armando Gutierrez discusses the themes, structure and history of Corrido music and plays several examples of new corridos.

 

59.

Little Joe And La Familia

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Armando Gutiérrez

Broadcast date:
Jun 14, 1978

Description:


Gutierrez explains that Little Joe y La Familia has been able to reach a national audience while still incorporating traditional roots of Chicano music as well as modern progressive developments, which why they are one of the most popular Chicano musical groups.

 

60.

The Development Of Chicano Music

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Armando Gutiérrez

Broadcast date:
Jun 7, 1978

Description:


Host Armando Gutierrez discusses the development of Chicano Music and offers several examples of the different styles that have evolved over the years. Here he emphasizes musicians who incorporate jazz, amplifiers, big band and even polka rhythms.

 

61.

Growing Up Chicano

Themes:
Culture, Identity, Politics

Series:
Elections, Profiles

Host:
John Wheat

Interviewee:
Gonzalo Barrientos

Broadcast date:
Apr 11, 1978

Description:


Rep. Gonzalo Barrientos discusses growing up Latino in segregated Texas, and his experiences as a Chicano politician.

 

62.

Mexican Cuisine

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Food

Host:
Gloria Contreras

Interviewee:
Dolores Latorre

Broadcast date:
Nov 22, 1977

Description:


Latorre’s book Cooking and Curing with Mexican Herbs contains a variety of recipes that reflects the ranching and agricultural culture of Coahuila.

 

63.

Chicano Folk Diseases And Their Herbal Cures

Themes:
Culture, Society

Series:
Folklore, Health

Host:
Gloria Contreras

Interviewee:
Dolores Latorre

Broadcast date:
Nov 22, 1977

Description:


While she was living in Coahuila working with the Kikapu, Dolores Latorre, an anthropologist, became interested in the history and use of medicinal plants. Her book Cooking and Curing with Mexican Herbs is a study of Mexican folk beliefs, cures and cuisine using information provided by her employees, a laundress and a cook, and their friends.

 

64.

Origins Of The Corrido

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Music

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Mar 11, 1977

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses the many roles Corridos have played in Mexican American communities.

 

65.

Chicano Theater

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Theater

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Mar 11, 1977

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses the impact of Chicano Theatre on Mexican American culture.

 

66.

The Charro

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Gloria Contreras

Interviewee:
Eli Barrón

Broadcast date:
Nov 9, 1977

Description:


Eli Barron, founding president of the Austin Charro Association, discusses the history of Charro organizations and describes the charreada. Barrón explains that the Charro Association originated in Mexico City in 1920s, when Mexican businessmen decided the charro traditions need to be maintained.

 

67.

Curanderismo: The Traditional Medicine Of The Mexican American Community

Themes:
Culture, Society

Series:
Folklore, Health

Host:
Alejandro Saenz

Interviewee:
Juan Chavira

Broadcast date:
Jun 29, 1977

Description:


Dr. Juan Chavira discusses the theory, practice and culture of curanderos and curanderismo.

 

68.

Mariachi Music And Bands

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Gloria Contreras

Interviewee:
Eli Barrón

Broadcast date:
Nov 9, 1977

Description:


Eli Barron, member of Mariachi Estrella de Austin, discusses the history of mariachi and its place in Austin culture.

 

69.

Chicano Music In The Southwest

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
John Wheat

Interviewees:
Don Americo Paredes, John Wheat

Broadcast date:
Jun 15, 1977

Description:


Americo Paredes and John Wheat discuss the history of Conjunto, Corridos, Polkas and Chicano Country Music in Texas

 

70.

The Chicano Novel (Part I)

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Alejandro Saenz

Interviewee:
Ramón Saldívar

Broadcast date:
Jun 29, 1977

Description:


Dr. Ramon Saldivar discusses some of the characteristics of the Chicano Novel. Saldivar locates the Chicano novel in the tradition of European novels, but adds specifically it is an experimental novel, in which different national genres (Mexican and American) are combined to create a new style.

 

71.

The Origins Of The "Zoot Suit" And Its Consequences

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
Theater

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Dec 21, 1976

Description:


Using research from Carey McWilliam’s book North From Mexico, host Richard Goodman explores the origins of Pachuquismo and discusses the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943.

 

72.

Classical Music With A Chicano Influence

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Dec 15, 1976

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses the careers of Chicano composers and performers who had a successful career in classical music in Mexico and the United States, including Agustin Lara and Maria Grever.

 

73.

Folklore In Mexican American Society

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Folklore

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Oct 28, 1976

Description:


In this talk, Richard Goodman provides a brief overview of Mexican-American folklore. He defines folklore as the common values and unofficial heritage of a people.

 

74.

The Churro And The Pastor: Sheep Herdings In New Mexico

Themes:
Culture, Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Dec 22, 1976

Description:


Host Richard Goodman discusses the history of sheepherding among Hispano, Pueblo and Anglo residents of New Mexico.

 

75.

The Literature Of The Chicano

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Dec 15, 1976

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses several characteristics of Chicano literature in 20th century America.

 

76.

The Chicano Novel (Part II)

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Literature

Host:
Alejandro Saenz

Interviewee:
Ramon Saldivar

Broadcast date:
Jul 6, 1977

Description:


Dr. Ramon Saldivar discusses major themes and issues in Chicano Literature

 

77.

Chicanas And Literature

Themes:
Culture, Politics

Series:
Literature, Women's Issues

Host:
Alejandro Saenz

Interviewees:
Gloria Anzaldua, Inez Hernandez Tovar

Broadcast date:
Jul 6, 1977

Description:


Inez Hernandez Tovar and Gloria Anzaldua discuss the issues affecting Chicana writers and the themes they explore in their work.

 

78.

Chuy Negrete - Historian, Musician, Composer, Playwright, Organizer, Activist

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Profiles

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Jesus "Chuy" Negrete, Jesus Negrete

Broadcast date:
Jul 2, 1981

Description:


Chuy Negrete discusses his music and the politics that inspire him and plays several songs. Negrete explains that he got his musical start in church as a young boy in Chicago and then came to Chicano music through other genres, such as rock and roll, blues and big band.

 

79.

TIERRA

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Music

Host:
Alma Díaz

Interviewees:
Joey Guerra, Robert Navarrete, Rudy Salas, Steve Salas

Broadcast date:
Mar 1, 1981

Description:


Alma Diaz and Linda Fregoso interview TIERRA band members. TIERRA has been on national TV on American Bandstand, Solid Gold, and Soul Train. Some hits are: "Zoot Suit Boogie", "Latin Disco", and "Together." Reporter Alma Diaz interviews four members of the music group, Tierra, from East Los Angeles. They discuss their musical influences, early struggles with the recording industry, establishing and sustaining their broad appeal, and the growing power of a Chicano and Latin American market for Latin music.

 

80.

A People Of Custom And Tradition

Theme:
Culture

Series:
Family, Social Issues

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Sep 14, 1976

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses some of the customs and traditions of Chicanos, such as weddings, rodeos, and quinceñeras and the ways they have changed over the years.

 
 

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