Maestro Avitia

LatinX or Chicano? Today I discuss the debate concerning identity within the community of “Raza.”

I mention the Greeks of the 6th century. It should be noted it’s 6th century BC. In addition, the US vs Mexico War came after the revolution to free itself from Europe powers.

Vanessa Guillen - Who was she and why she matters to Raza.

R.I.P. Vanessa because the US Military let you down... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]

Eloteros, vendors, and why Black Lives still Matter!

BLM uprisings and continued attacks on Mexican street vendors have been in the news. I want to encourage people support BLM and not fall victim to the bait put out by instagram users when they attack vendors.

Maestro - The poem.

This poem is dedicated to all the educators who recognize the importance of every child and who go out of their way to not only teach them but also to expect the very best from them. When we raise the level of expectations, our children deliver! Failure to expect anything less is on us as adults because we are all “maestros” y “maestras” in their little eyes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]

LA CHANCLA! Happy Mother’s Day!

Growing up in a traditional Mexican family was fun, interesting, & scary. Our culture was filled with food, music, smiles & tears. On Mother’s Day, like many other cultures, we honor AMA... But I also speak about the men in our lives and how we can play a role in the lives of those little ones coming. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]