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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.

Susana Alexander's One-Woman Show

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Theater

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Susana Alexander

Broadcast date:
May 7, 1982

Description:


Rosa Linda Fregoso speaks with the Mexican actress Susana Alexander about her one-woman show “Si me permiten hablar” (If you allow me to speak), which dramatizes the writings of Latin American women. The performance begins with the writings of Indian women and ends with texts of contemporary writers.

 

2.

CALO (Chicano Barrio Language)

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History, Language

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Leticia Galindo, Mary Jane Espinosa

Broadcast date:
Mar 12, 1982

Description:


Linda Fregoso discussses Calo with Leticia Galindo, who has studied the language and its use by women across the Southwest. She explains that while viewed as a negative language by some, Chicano professionals are beginning to retain the language at a much greater level. They discuss the history of Caló, usage and significance with Leticia Galindo, an anthropologist, and Mary Jane Espinoza, who grew up speaking the language.

 

3.

Social Classes And Women In Aztec Society

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History, Women's Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Iris Blanco

Broadcast date:
Jan 8, 1982

Description:


Linda Fregosonterviews historian, Iris Blanco, about Aztec society before and after its conquest: how Aztec society was stratified into two classes: noble and popular, and how the role of women was transformed when the Spaniards conquered Mexico. Blanco has written several articles about the role of women in Aztec society and conducted her research in Mexico and Spain.

 

4.

Curanderismo, Mexican Folk Healing

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Folklore, Health

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Bernardo Ortiz, Dolores Estrella, Juan Chavira

Broadcast date:
Dec 15, 1981

Description:


Host Rosa Linda Fregoso explores the traditions of Curanderismo, or folk healing, within the Chicano community, and discusses its origins and scientific and spiritual basis with Dolores Estrella, a curandera, and with academics, Dr. Bernardo Ortiz de Montellano and Dr. Juan Chavira.

 

5.

Dr. Hector P. Garcia: The American G.I. Forum

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Hector P. García

Broadcast date:
Dec 2, 1981

Description:


Dr. Hector P. Garcia, a World War II veteran and founder of the American GI Forum, traces the organization’s origins and activism and discusses current Chicano struggles.

 

6.

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.

 

7.

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.

 

8.

Women In The Mexican Revolution

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Historical Figures, Women's Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Marta Cotera, Shirlene Soto

Broadcast date:
Jun 19, 1981

Description:


Historian Shirlene Soto discusses the role of women who participated in the Mexican Revolution, and the writer Marta Cotera explains the legacy of one such woman, La Adelita, and what she symbolizes for the Chicano community.

 

9.

Mexican Americans During The Great Depression

Themes:
Identity, Society

Series:
History, Immigration

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Feb 15, 1977

Description:


In the aftermath of the stock market crash, Mexicans of all nationalities were considered and subsequently treated as undesirable aliens subject to deportation. Richard Goodman discusses the mass deportations and repatriations of Mexicans during the Great Depression.

 

10.

Louis Wilmot, Founding Member Of LULAC / Elvira ChavarríA: The Future Of The Mexican American Library Project

Themes:
Identity, Politics

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewees:
Elvira Chavarría, Louis Wilmot

Broadcast date:
Sep 29, 1980

Description:


Louis Wilmot discusses his long history as an advocate and member of LULAC, remembering the emphasis on education and legal change. Elvira Chavarría, the librarian for the Mexican American Library Project at the University of Texas, discusses the creation and significance of the LULAC presidential papers collection at the Nettie Lee Benson rare books and manuscript center.

 

11.

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.

 

12.

Interview With Dr. Juan Luna-Cardenas

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Juan Luna-Cardenas

Broadcast date:
Jul 25, 1980

Description:


Juan Luna Cardenas discusses Aztec history, its contributions to North American and European cultures and disputes some of the myths perpetuated by foreign scholars. (Interview in Spanish)

 

13.

A Tribute To Mexican General Zaragosa

Themes:
Identity, Politics

Series:
History

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Hernán Jaso

Broadcast date:
Jul 11, 1980

Description:


Linda Fregoso interviews Hernán Jaso, Mayor of Goliad, TX about a statue the government of Mexico has dedicated in memory of the famous military hero of Mexican history, Emilio Zaragosa. Goliad was the birthplace of the general.

 

14.

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.

 

15.

Andres Tijerina: We Have A History Here In Texas.

Theme:
Identity

Series:

Host:
John Mckiernan-Gonzalez

Interviewee:
Andres Tijerina

Broadcast date:

Description:


Dr. Andres Tijerina discusses the reasons why he became a historian, his experiences as a Mexican American student in high school, college and graduate school, his work with the Longhorn Radio Network, and his ongoing involvement in Mexican-American community issues.

 

16.

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.

 

17.

The Battered Wife

Themes:
Identity, Society

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Linda Fregoso

Interviewee:
Rosa-María Cervantes

Broadcast date:
Mar 27, 1980

Description:


Rosa-María Cervantes, a counselor for battered wives in Corpus Christi, discusses the problem of domestic violence within Chicano families as well as the resources available to support its victims.

 

18.

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)

 

19.

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.

 

20.

Pachucos, Zoot Suits, Riots And The Mexican Legal Underpinning Of Southwestern Legal Systems.

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Sep 6, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two previous programs (1977-1 and 1977-11), host Richard Goodman discusses pachuquismo and the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943 and examines the influence of Mexican laws on the United States legal system.

 

21.

Chicana/O Myths, Legends And Histories

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Sep 6, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two earlier programs (1976-08 and 1976-09), Richard Goodman discusses the lives of famous Chicano Bandits and then explores the role Chicanas play in Chicano culture and society.

 

22.

The Federal Government And Civil Rights: 1848 And 1948

Themes:
Identity, Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Aug 29, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two earlier programs (1977-04 and 1977-05), host Richard Goodman first discusses the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and how it affected Chicanos in the southwestern United States. He then examines Chicano participation in World War II and its effects on the larger Chicano Community.

 

23.

Pastores And Politics: King Tiger, Hispanos, Land Grants And Chicano Culture

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Aug 28, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two previous programs (1977-02 and 1977-03), host Richard Goodman discusses the life of Reies Lopez Tijerina, and his struggle to return Mexican land grants to the Hispanos of New Mexico. He then discusses the history of the sheep herding culture those lands supported in past centuries.

 

24.

The Origins Of Political Resistance: Chicano Bandits & Chicana Organizers

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Historical Figures

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Jun 20, 1979

Description:


In this episode combining two earlier programs (1976-08 and 1976-09), Richard Goodman discusses the lives of famous Chicano Bandits and then explores the role Chicanas play in Chicano culture and society.

 

25.

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.

 

26.

50th Anniversary Of LULAC

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Armando Gutiérrez

Interviewee:
Cynthia Orozco

Broadcast date:
Jan 26, 1979

Description:


Cynthia Orozco, a history student at UT-Austin, discusses some of her research on the League of United Latin American Citizens and the context in which it formed.

 

27.

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.

 

28.

The State Of The Chicano Today

Themes:
Identity, Politics

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Armando Gutierrez

Interviewee:
Tatcho Mindiola Jr.

Broadcast date:
Mar 2, 1979

Description:


Tatcho Mindiola Jr and Armando Gutierrez assess new developments in the Chicano Movement and discussthe ways in which the movements have changed since the 1960s.

 

29.

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.

 

30.

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.

 

31.

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.

 

32.

Social Bandits In The American Past: Juan Nepomuceno Cortina And Tiburcio Vasquez

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Profiles

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Nov 5, 1976

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses the lives of two famous Social Bandits, Juan Nepomuceno “Cheno” Cortina and Tiburcio Vazquez.

 

33.

The Chicano In World War II

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Jan 14, 1977

Description:


Host Richard Goodman discusses Chicanos in World War II, their achievements, and the legacy of their participation among the greater Chicano community.

 

34.

The Legend Of Gregorio Cortez

Theme:
Identity

Series:
History

Host:

Interviewee:

Broadcast date:
Oct 28, 1976

Description:


Richard Goodman relates the story of Gregorio Cortez, a border man, who avenged his brother’s murder at the hands of a local sheriff and manages to evade the Rangers and frustrate the Anglo justice system.

 

35.

Folklore And Society: Chicano Folklore As Chicano History

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Folklore

Host:
Alejandro Saenz

Interviewee:
Felix Peña

Broadcast date:
Mar 28, 1977

Description:


Felix Peña examines the various forms of Chicano folklore. This folk tradition has many forms, including the corrido, decimas, jokes and riddles. The most well known genre, the corrido, is based on the Spanish romances and has often been a way of retelling epic stories. Corridos have also been a way of transmitting news almost immediately after it happened, and corridos have dealt with a variety of topics from contraband to the kidnapping of Patricia Hearst.

 

36.

The Significance Of A Name

Theme:
Identity

Series:
Social Issues

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Sep 1, 1976

Description:


Richard Goodman discusses the ways different self-identifications emerged among the greater Mexican community in the United States. In this program, he focuses on the terms Mexican, Latin American, Mexican American and Chicano.

 

37.

Some Historical Perspectives On The Presence Of Chicanos In American History

Themes:
Identity, Politics

Series:
History

Host:
Alejandro Saenz

Interviewee:
Andres Tijerina

Broadcast date:
Apr 25, 1977

Description:


Dr. Andres Tijerina provides historical perspectives on landownership, military service and the place of anti-Mexican attitudes.

 

38.

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.

 

39.

Reies Tijerina And The Mexican Land Grants

Themes:
Identity, Politics

Series:
Politics

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Dec 22, 1976

Description:


Host Richard Goodman discusses the life of Reies Lopez Tijerina, his career as an activist, and his place in the land grant movement among Hispanos in northern New Mexico.

 

40.

The Treaty Of Guadalupe Hidalgo

Themes:
Identity, Politics

Series:
History

Host:
Richard Goodman

Interviewee:
Richard Goodman

Broadcast date:
Jan 14, 1977

Description:


Host Richard Goodman discusses the controversies that followed the signing and ratification of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, with special attention to its effects on Chicanos.

 
 

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