“President Trump’s attacks on women of color in the House have launched a fierce debate about whether his meaning was racist. There is no doubt, though, that his words echo threats and insults that have been lobbed against perceived outsiders in America for generations. To explore the painful history, William Brangham talks to the University…
“Luis “Apa” Guzmán, from El Rancho de Apa, is considered one of the best “lechón” (pork) roasters in Puerto Rico. Located in Guaynabo, his wood charcoal burning pits are famous for slow roasting pigs on a spit, with a traditional Puerto Rico twirling technique. His “lechón” is full of flavors thanks to his “sofrito” and…
“In this moving talk, take a look at our ability to create more superheroes. Learn about the games we play and the people who play them. Derrick Pearson is a sportscaster, radio and television host, writer, manager, high school coach, and mentor, and has a special way with words. 30+ years of coaching and managing…
“We speak with Elora Mukherjee, a professor of law and director of the Immigrants’ Rights Clinic at Columbia Law School. She has spent the past 12 years representing immigrant children and adults along the U.S.-Mexico border. “The raids will leave children without their parents. The raids will leave children without their caregivers,” Mukherjee says. “The…
“A day after a tweet by President Donald Trump called on “‘Progressive’ Democrat Congresswomen” to “go back” to their “broken and crime infested” countries, the four representatives who are believed to be the target of his attack are speaking out. Reps. Alexandria-Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar and Ayanna Pressley are holding a press conference in…
Reverend Leon Wood is a founder and President of Success in Challenges, a non-profit grass-roots social service agency largely serving the greater Long Beach Community. At various times in his life, he has been and still is a Minister, Educator, and Activist. Reverend Wood has a long list of life experiences that have served as…
“More than a week after lawmakers flocked to the U.S.-Mexico border to observe the horrible treatment of refugee children and families in immigration jails, reports of unsafe and unsanitary conditions for asylum seekers are continuing. In Clint, Texas, the Border Patrol station that garnered international attention for jailing hundreds of migrant children without access to…
“Fans and players gathered in New York Wednesday to celebrate the World Cup title of the U.S. women’s soccer team. The repeat champions received honorary keys to the city from Mayor Bill de Blasio and expressed gratitude to their supporters and hopes for the future. Amna Nawaz talks to USA Today’s Christine Brennan about what…
“El Burén de Lula is one of the most iconic gastronomic experiences on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico. Its afro-Puerto Rican cuisine has taíno’s touches and techniques, making it a unique and delicious culinary experience. Buy Lula’s book here: www.libros787.com.”
“What do we know about Latin American Philosophy? Doctoral candidate of Psychology, Julio Covarrubias dives into this topic by analyzing the complex relationship between Latin America and the U.S., illuminating great Latin Philosophers you should know.” “Julio Covarrubias is a doctoral candidate and teaching assistant in the department of philosophy at UW. He is the…