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In this episode I share how academia shaped the trajectory of my life and how it has contributed to a culture of idealogues who are hyper emotional who do not practice critical thinking.

In this session, I break down the events that preceded and led to the Texas Revolution. I also answer the question posted in the title. References Scheina, Robert L. 2003. Latin America's wars: The age of the Caudillo, 1791-1899. N.p.: Brassey's, Incorporated.

Vicente is young man coming of age during New Spain's insurgent movement in 1815. He has not seen his father in 5 years but his stories about their ancestors give him hope that he will return. Will he see his father again or is his father just one of the many who will die for the dream of freedom? Tune in and find out!

Fernando is a tri-racial (pardo) teenager coming of age in New Spain, in the decades following the conquests of Mesoamerica. His expertise with horses earns him a few privileges that people of his kind were seldomly awarded. Will Fernando be able to maintain these privileges living in a Spanish town, or will the rigid Spanish caste system bring about his demise? Tune in to listen!

Francisco Gomez struggles to create a legacy under the shadow of his father, a famous Castilian knight. Luckily for him, he is born during the age of European exploration and decides to embark on a journey to the "new world." Will Francisco succeed? Or will the dangers of the new world take him under? Tune in to listen!

Nicuauhtlatoani is a young Mexihcatl boy from the commoner class with the name of a noble. Although he is destined to be a warrior, his parents believe he can become a medicine man, due to his curious nature. Ultimately it's his curiosity that leads him to make a choice that has the power to save or destroy his people. Will Nicuauhtlatoani make the right choice? Tune in and listen!

Kandia, the young Songhai princess, dreams of using her royal status to address the problem of missing people of her nation. However, not all is well in Songhai. Other conquered nations in Africa despise her family and will do anything possible to revolt. Will Kandia's curiosity cost her freedom? Or will she find all the missing people of Songhai? Tune in to listen!

Juan and Mary Ann, a Tejano peon and runaway slave, attempt to raise their daughter Luci, in the aftermath of the Texas Revolution. As the Texians look to re-establish order in the newly formed Texas Republic, Tejanos and runaway slaves must find a new way to survive. Many of them settle in the disputed territory that is claimed by both Mexico and Texas. Will Juan and his family be able to survive...

In this episode I reveal how both White supremacists and decolonizing Latinos use the Black Legend narrative to justify their animosity towards Hispanic culture. References Giraudo, Laura, and Stephen E. Lewis. 2012. “Introduction: Pan-American Indigenismo (1940-1970): New Approaches to an Ongoing Debate.” Latin American Perspectives 39, no. 5 (September): 3-11. https://www.jstor.org/stable/417022...

"Pa El Norte," is a historical-fiction account of a young Tzeltal-Mayan woman who dreams of reuniting with her family in the United States. Along the way she will make friends, foes and face many obstacles that will attempt to stop her from reaching her family. Will she make it? Tune and listen! All stories written by Daniel Cendejaz. If you would like to support the author, please consi...

In this episode I cover the first criollo attempt to become independent from the Spanish crown which took place centuries before Mexican independence. References “Cortés, Martín (1533–1589).” n.d. Encyclopedia.com. Accessed April 1, 2023. https://www.encyclopedia.com/humanities/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/cortes-martin-1533-1589. Simpson, Lesley B. 1966. Many Mexicos. N.p.: Univers...

In this episode I cover the aftermath of the Spanish conquests of America and more specifically, the consequences the conquistadors faced after partaking in them. References 2019. Francisco Vázquez de Coronado - Facts, Routes & Wife - HISTORY. https://www.history.com/topics/exploration/francisco-vazquez-de-coronado. Ballesteros, Manuel. n.d. “Francisco Pizarro | Biography, Accomplishments, &am...

In this video I go over my 23andMe DNA results , give historical context to those results ,and share my genealogy to give the viewer a better understanding of why I identify how I do.  #23andme #ancestrydna #genealogyresearch #chicano https://www.23andme.com/

In the video I speak the seldomly covered Asian Pacific slave trade and how that affected Latin America & the Philippines. #chicano #philippines #native #history #latino     References  Rodriguez, Juan E., Alexander G. Ioannidis, Santiago G. Medina-Muñoz, Carmina Barberena-Jonas, Javier Blanco-Portillo, Consuelo D. Quinto-Cortes, and Andres Moreno-Estrada. 2022. “The geneti...

In this video I examine the validity of the sources that highlight human sacrifice in Mesoamerica, and more specifically, Mexihcah culture. #history #native #chicano #aztec    References  Anawalt, Patricia R. 1982. “Understanding Aztec Human Sacrifice.” Archeology 35, no. 5 (September): 8. https://www.jstor.org/stable/41727796.   Jarus, Owen. 2017. “25 cultures that practiced h...

In this episode I dive into the factors that determine how men and women vote and how that ultimately dictates how political parties target their potential voters.  Sources:  https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2020/08/18/men-and-women-in-the-u-s-continue-to-differ-in-voter-turnout-rate-party-identification/

In this episode I explain all the details of propositions 26 and 27. I dive into how sports wagering has benefited me, how it promotes indigenous self-sufficiency, and how it can potentially aid with the homelessness & mental health problems in California.  

In this video I define Aztlan, speak on its origins and expand on what it symbolizes today.  #chicano #aztlan #history #mythology #native     References  Bitto, Robert. 2021. “Aztlán Found? Mexcaltitlán – Mexico Unexplained.” Mexico Unexplained. https://mexicounexplained.com/aztlan-found-mexcaltitlan/.   Grandjeat, Charles Y. 1990. “NATIONALISM, HISTORY AND MYTH: THE...

In this episode I speak on the different types of intimacies and how they affect relationships. 

In this episode I make the argument that women who are considered attractive by society can benefit in ways other privileges do not allow them. 

In this video I dive into the history of American involvement in Latin American politics and its effect on immigration to the U.S. #usa #uspolitics #latinamerica #history    References  Ali, Malik. n.d. “Intervention in Nicaragua.” Teaching American History. Accessed September 11, 2022. https://teachingamericanhistory.org/document/intervention-in-nicaragua/.   Bensaid, Adam. 20...

In this episode I expand on healthy and positive ways of dealing with circumstances that come with rejection. 

In this episode I demonstrate how natives navigated life in the Republicas de Indios (Indian Republics) of New Spain. #colonialhistory #indigenous #chicano    References  Borah, Woodrow. 2018. Justice by Insurance: The General Indian Court of Colonial Mexico and the Legal Aides of the Half-Real. N.p.: University of California Press.   Jiménez Gómez, Juan R. 2008. La república d...

In this episode I explain why so many romantic relationships end up in turmoil and how you can do your best to maneuver that. #wisdombyflow

In this episode I cover the rise and fall of the Federal Republic of Central America.     References Scheina, Robert L. 2003. Latin America's wars: The age of the Caudillo, 1791-1899. N.p.: Brassey's, Incorporated.