Fickle Future Ruben Estrada
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- Historia
If history has taught us anything, it's that positive change doesn't happen in in a steady, linear, forward motion. In fact, it's often very, well, fickle. This podcast explores a range of current events and issues, looking back at how they came to be, and where they might heading in the future.
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Episode 10: Mexico's Recent Elections and the Modern War on Drugs
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In the final episode of my first season, I give a sneak peak into season two by highlighting some of the reasons the most recent cycle of Mexican elections has been some of the most violent in the nation's history. -
Episode 9: Freedom of the Press Around the World
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In this episode, I look at three countries around the world with greater press freedom than the United States, and the ways in which they have improved safety and rights for journalists in recent years. -
An Interview with Dr. Keith Villa, Founder of Blue Moon and CERIA Brewing
This is a special one! In this episode, I talk with Dr. Keith Villa, a brewmaster and co-founder of CERIA Brewing, a non-alcoholic, cannabis infused beer company based in Colorado. You can find his book, Brewing with Cannabis, here:
https://www.amazon.com/Brewing-Cannabis-Using-THC-Beer/dp/1938469690
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/brewing-with-cannabis-keith-villa/1138260684?ean=9781938469695 -
RU's Q's en Español: Una Conversación con Heidy Portillo
En este episodio, hablo con Heidy Portillo. Originalmente de Honduras, ella tiene un cuento extraordinario en como so llego a los Estados Unidos, y como se trabajo por éxito en su vida.
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Episode 8: A History of Latin Americans in Mainstream Music
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The creation of Rock n' Roll was the culmination of a wide number of people and cultures coming together to form a new sound. In this episode, I take a look at some of the Latin Americans who helped start modern music in the United States and beyond, as well as the artists currently leading the current explosion of Latin music. -
Ru's Q's #7:Talking to My Father About His Childhood
My father and I spend about an hour reflecting and discussing his childhood in rural Mexico. Hope you enjoy!