The Power of Oral History

The Power of Oral History

Learn about the importance of knowing your own history and the role of oral history as our students reflect on the Latinx Voices of Southern Nevada project. Community members such as North Las Vegas City Councilman Isaac Barron and state senator Mo Denis share their stories as they relect on their histories. Hosts Laurents, Monse, and Elsa discuss how important it is for the Latinx community to tell and determine its own narratives and stories in comtemporary American discourse.

Language

Language is often considered a unifier, but how uniform is it? On today’s episode we work to acknowledge the diversity of Latinx languages—Spanish, Spanglish, Portuguese, Indigenous Dialects and everything else in between! Listen in on honest conversations about living through systemic acculturation, preserving identity, and being the unofficial translator for your parents (we have all been through it). Featuring a myriad of clips from the Oral History Resource Center, Elsa, Monse, and Laurents reflect on growing up multilingual in a country that prides itself in being a melting pot.

Art

As surprising as it sounds, Las Vegas is home to a flourishing art scene. In this episode we explore the dichotomy between established museums that house priceless paintings, and festivals that offer brilliant local pieces. Looking beyond the showroom, we discuss accessibility, tokenism, and the lack of Latinx people in media. We feature a variety of local artists and their respective mediums, and we talk about how they convey Latinx life in Las Vegas. If we want quality art then we need to support local artists! Check out today’s narrators and their beautiful creations.

Herencia

Ever wonder what a Latinx Thanksgiving or 4th of July is like? Listen to experiences of living in the hyphen" as a Latinx-American through community members such as Attorney Alex De Castroverde and Judge Valorie Vega. Our hosts go beyond the scope of folkloric Latinx traditions to show how traditions and stories passed down from family members impact 2nd Generation Latinx individuals. Travel alongside our hosts Laurents, Elsa, and Monse as they discuss their experiences in Latin America and how they stay connected to their roots."

Food

Savor the flavors found within the kitchens of the Latinx community of Southern Nevada. In this episode, we dive into the aromas and recipes that create ties with one's own cultural roots and across other cultures. Community members such as Javier Barajas, owner, and founder of Lindo Michoacan, and Rabbi Felipe Goodman of Temple Beth Sholom talk about the recipes they grew up with and how they preserve those locally. You'll also hear about the gastronomical traditions of the student interviewers -- from the line of tamale making for Christmas from Mexico to drinking chocolate for las onces" from Colombia.”