Word on the Street: An OML & RRC Podcast

SCU Office for Multicultural Learning

Welcome to the word on the street podcast brought to you by the Office for Multicultural Learning (OML) and Rainbow Resource Center (RRC) at Santa Clara University! We discuss issues/topics related to identity, so make sure you give us a follow to stay updated on new episodes! To give us feedback on how we are doing, click on this link to fill out a quick survey: https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dd1RBNLBCfThTox

  1. 4d ago

    S9 E1: Filipino and Latiné Solidarity: The United Farmworkers Movement

    Speakers: Mariah Aragon and Arselen Munoz Guest Speaker: Reese Alvernaz Description: In this episode, Mariah and Arselen are joined by guest speaker Reese Alvernaz to discuss and explore the deep history and ongoing realities of farmworker communities. Together, they discuss the origins and the impacts of the Bracero Program, working conditions in the 1960s, and the historic intersectional solidarity between Mexican and Filipino American workers during the Delano Grape strike. Reese shares his insights through his work done with Ayundando Latinos a Soñar (ALAS), and highlights how current immigration policies directly connect to labor protections. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation, confronting complex historical legacies and moving beyond cultural celebrations to take a meaningful action in support of the people who sustain our food systems today. Disclaimer: This podcast reflects our personal opinions and experiences regarding farmworker history, community advocacy, and campus involvement. There are some mentions of immigration enforcement. Take our insights as personal perspectives. Introduction & Outro Music: “Blue Bossa.” Jazz at Mladost Club. Free Music Archive. Sources: https://www.pbssocal.org/news-community/may-19th-project/how-filipino-latino-solidarity-was-born-in-the-fields https://eji.org/news/history-raciaisanl-injustice-farmworkers-movement/ UFW History – UFW https://www.asianamericanchristiancollaborative.com/article/hispaniclatinx-heritage-month-interview https://events.depaul.edu/event/isang_bagsak_forgotten_heroes_of_the_united_farm_workers_movement

    S9 E1: Filipino and Latiné Solidarity: The United Farmworkers Movement

  2. Jul 22

    S8 E9: Identities and Storytelling

    Shelly and Josh dive into a wide range of topics including: Who gets to write about identities? Performativity vs. positive impact, representation as a commodity, historical accuracy vs. modern sensibility, and more. In this discussion, we explore thoughtful dialogue. Never leaving with answers, only follow-up questions and continuing discussion. Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of slurs and hateful language, and brief mentions of sexual assault. If you don't have the capacity to engage with these topics right now, please skip to another episode: prioritize yourself first.

    S8 E9: Identities and Storytelling

  3. Jun 24

    S8 E8: Behind the Scenes in Social Justice Work

    Shelly and Chris dive into an authentic conversation about what it truly means to work in social justice spaces: covering everything from building community and navigating the challenges of diverse groups, to why self-care is essential in this work. Come tap into this conversation to hear more!

    S8 E8: Behind the Scenes in Social Justice Work

  4. Jun 16

    S8 E7: The Undocumented Experience

    Speakers: Shelly Cormier and Jacklyn Alonzo Heredia In this episode, Shelly and Jacklyn engage in a thoughtful conversation about what it means to be undocumented and discuss steps if someone ever encounters federal immigration officials. Sources Mentioned in the podcast: Report Ice activity (408)-290-1144

    S8 E7: The Undocumented Experience

  5. May 22

    S8 E7: Media Portrayals and Queer Relationships

    In this episode of Word on the Street, Shelly and SIE Tiffany take a casual dive into media portrayals and queer relationships. Guest: Tiffany Doan

    S8 E7: Media Portrayals and Queer Relationships

  6. Apr 10

    S8 E5: Conceptual Engineering and Lexical effects

    In this episode of Word on the Street, Shelly and Mariah take a deep dive into Conceptual Engineering and Lexical Effects, exploring how these ideas apply to the debate around “Native"”vs. “Indian” terminology. Their conversation weaves together personal experience and academic insight for a grounded discussion. Guest: Mariah Aragon Resources: https://compass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/phc3.12879#:~:text=Conceptual%20engineering%20is%20a%20branch,%2C%20and%20policymaking%2C%20for%20instance. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Why-Are-Native-Americans-Called-Indians

    S8 E5: Conceptual Engineering and Lexical effects

  7. Mar 31

    S8 E4: Afropessimism and Honoring Black Existence

    In this episode, Shelly has a conversation with SCU double major Darcy on the topic of Afropessimism. The two discuss the theoretical framework of Blackness in modern civilization and the lived Black American experience.

    S8 E4: Afropessimism and Honoring Black Existence

  8. Feb 9

    S8 E3: MLK and Incarcerated Writer's Workshop w/ Prof. Poole

    In honor of MLK Day, this episode of Word on the Street features hosts April and Jian in conversation with Professor Poole about their involvement with the Reader Schools program and how activism connects to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. They dive into discussions about incarcerated people and explore the transformative power of writing.

    S8 E3: MLK and Incarcerated Writer's Workshop w/ Prof. Poole
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Welcome to the word on the street podcast brought to you by the Office for Multicultural Learning (OML) and Rainbow Resource Center (RRC) at Santa Clara University! We discuss issues/topics related to identity, so make sure you give us a follow to stay updated on new episodes! To give us feedback on how we are doing, click on this link to fill out a quick survey: https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dd1RBNLBCfThTox

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