In this episode of Flow Chronicles, I speak on my origins, the uncanny marriage of my parents, tragic event that led to the birth of my older brother, and how all of these events, prior to my conception, shaped me.
In this episode I challenge the narrative which says that Europeans single-handedly conquered the Americas. There is plenty of evidence which shows that they were aided by many different indigenous nations as well as Africans. References Matthew, Laura E., and Michel R. Oudijk, eds. 2014. Indian Conquistadors: Indigenous Allies in the Conquest of Mesoamerica. N.p.: University of Oklahoma Press. Restall, Matthew. 2000. “Black Conquistadors: Armed Africans in Early Spanish America.” The Americas 5...
In this episode I challenge the narrative which claims that the first European arrivals intended to commit genocide. I further dive into what truly destroyed indigenous American societies. References Diamond, Jared M., and Professor of Geography J. Diamond. 1999. Guns, germs, and steel. N.p.: W.W. Norton. Guerra, Francisco. 1988. “The Earliest American Epidemic: The Influenza of 1493.” Social Science History Volume 12, no. 3 (October): 305-325. https://doi.org/10.2307/1171451. Mann, Charles C. 2...
In this episode I cover the lesser known underground railroad from the United States to Mexico, which runaway slaves took on their way to freedom. References Baumgartner, Alice L. 2020. South to Freedom: Runaway Slaves to Mexico and the Road to the Civil War . N.p.: Basic Books. Burnett, John. 2021. “A Chapter In U.S. History Often Ignored: The Flight Of Runaway Slaves To Mexico.” NPR. https://www.npr.org/2021/02/28/971325620/a-chapter-in-u-s-history-often-ignored-the-flight-of-runaway-slaves-to...
In this episode I discuss the history in Cinco de Mayo and why it's not a Mexican holiday. References Hayes, David E. 2014. “Cinco de Mayo -- a truly Mexican <i>American</i> holidayIn the first parades after the 1862 Battle of Puebla, revelers who supported freedom, racial equality and democracy carried U.S. and Mexican flags side by side.” Los Angeles Times , March 5, 2014. https://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-xpm-2014-mar-05-la-oe-hayes-bautista-cinco-de-mayo-20140305-story.htm...
In this episode I decipher the "genderbread person" philosophy, speak on gender identity disorder, "transkids" and provide solutions to understand the conundrum of gender identity. References Meston, Cindy Gender Identity Disorder. Accessed April 26, 2022. https://labs.la.utexas.edu/mestonlab/gender-identity-disorder/#top . n.d. The Genderbread Person | A free online resource for understanding gender identity, gender expression, and anatomical sex. Accessed April 26, 2022. https://www.genderbrea...
This episode features the host of Ranting with Ramos Podcast, Jose Ramos. We dive into his upbringing in the San Gabriel valley, his views on fatherhood, family structure, LBGT+ politics, conspiracy theories and the current state of his platform.
In this episode, Ruviseli Bravo (my wife) shares her story of coming of age in the Coachella Valley, moving to Los Angeles, becoming a mother, and how all of that shaped her identity.
In this episode I discuss the origins of inequality and if there are any viable solutions that can solve this problem. References Bowles, Samuel, and Jung-Kyoo Choi. 2019. “The Neolithic Agricultural Revolution and the Origins of Private Property.” Journal of Political Economy 127, no. 5 (October). https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/10.1086/701789. Koski, Jessica E., Honglin Xie, and Ingrid R. Olson. 2015. “Understanding social hierarchies: The neural and psychological foundations of status p...
In this episode I define these 3 economic philosophies in theory, practice, and how they influence government. References Dagger, Richard. 2019. “communism | Definition, History, Varieties, & Facts | Britannica.” Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/communism. Dagger, Richard. 2022. “socialism | Definition, History, Types, Examples, & Facts.” Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/socialism. Heilbroner, Robert L. 2022. “capitalism | Definition, Cha...
This episode is intended to compare and contrast race, ethnicity, nationality and culture. References Fisher, Max. 2013. “A revealing map of the world's most and least ethnically diverse countries.” The Washington Post, May 16, 2013. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2013/05/16/a-revealing-map-of-the-worlds-most-and-least-ethnically-diverse-countries/. Pappas, Stephanie, and Callum McKelvie. 2021. “What is culture?” Live Science. https://www.livescience.com/21478-what-is-culture-...
In this session I break down the theory of Africans being the founders of Mesoamerican civilization. References Farquhar, Michael. 1996. “THE ANCIENT OLMECS.” The Washington Post. https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/1996/07/10/the-ancient-olmecs/4a27965b-0e64-4da0-bd34-01ccf33ecf93/. Jones, Fred. 2019. “98% Of African Americans Are In Fact Native Indians And Are Owed Millions.” The Oklahoma Eagle. http://theoklahomaeagle.net/2019/07/02/98-of-african-americans-are-in-fact-native-indians-and-ar...
In this session I cover the complex history of the southwest in terms of population and who has the "rightful" claim to the land. References Alcaraz, Ramon. 2010. The Other Side: Or, Notes for the History of the War Between Mexico and the United States. Charleston: Nabu Press. Armas, Marissa. 2020. “Hispanic, Latino & Chicano: What's the difference?” KOAT. https://www.koat.com/article/hispanic-latino-and-chicano-whats-the-difference/35024551. Calloway, Colin G. 2008. First peoples : a docume...
In this session I define the term INCEL, decipher the "black pill," philosophy, expand on how women contribute to the INCEL movement and provide possible solutions to help out individuals who identify as INCEL. References Brace, Lewys. 2021. “A Short Introduction To The Involuntary Celibate Sub-Culture.” Crest Research. https://crestresearch.ac.uk/resources/a-short-introduction-to-the-involuntary-celibate-sub-culture/. Romano, Aja. 2018. “What a woman-led incel support group can teach us about m...
In this session, I cover the basics of emotional intelligence and benefits of being emotionally intelligent. Sources Cherry, Kendra. 2020. “What is Emotional Intelligence.” Very Well Mind. https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-emotional-intelligence-2795423. Cherry, Kendra. 2020. “9 Signs of Low Emotional Intelligence.” Very Well Mind. https://www.verywellmind.com/signs-of-low-emotional-intelligence-2795958. Cherry, Kendra. 2021. “5 Key Emotional Intelligence Skills.” Very Well Mind. https://www....
In this session I go over median household income, debt and wealth gap by ethnicity. I also dive into finances and budgeting. Sources Statista Research Department. 2021. “Median household income in the United States in 2020, by race or ethnic group.” Statista. https://www.statista.com/statistics/233324/median-household-income-in-the-united-states-by-race-or-ethnic-group/ Employee Benefit Research Institute. 2021. “How Is Debt Different by Race and Ethnicity?” EBRI. https://www.ebri.org/docs/defa...
In this video I discuss the definition and connotation of what it means to be indigenous. Sources: Bennett, Herman L. 2010. Colonial Blackness: A History of Afro-Mexico. Bloomington and Indianapolis: Indiana University Press. Katzew, Ilona. 2005. Casta Painting: Images of Race In Eighteenth-Century Mexico. New Haven and London: Yale University Press. Mann, Charles C. 2005. 1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus. New York: Vintage Books. Seijas, Tatiana. 2014. Asian Slaves in Colon...
This session covers the history Mexico's independence movement, the aftermath, its main beneficiaries and how revolution is often romanticized but rarely seen for its brutality. Citations: Chasteen, John Charles. 2001. Born in blood and fire: a concise history of Latin America. New York: Norton. Harvey, Robert. 2000. Liberators: Latin America's struggle for independence, 1810-1830. London: John Murray
Rosita is a Case Manager for the Public Sector. She has a B.A in Child, Adolescents & Family Studies with a minor in Sociology, along with being CSET certified. She is a striving entrepreneur and hopes that one day her side hustle can become a full operating business with employees. Rosita is looking to become licensed to sell real estate in California and get involved with urban planning. Lastly, Rosita is a mother to a daughter who motivates her to move forward despite the obstacles she ha...
Anthony Cabassa is a Los Angeles, CA native; and is a correspondent for ‘El American ’ which targets its Hispanic and Latino audience to cover breaking news around the world.
David Mendez grew up in the barrios of Los Angeles struggling to make ends meet. Eventually an opportunity in construction work opened up and David has never looked back. He currently works as a carpenter and has recently taken an interest in economics & the stock market. He is now a home owner and is in the process of starting his own business.
Ricardo. 34. He is pro-peace and says taxation is theft. He believes there is no God but is a friend to all living creatures. Sources: Multiple authors. 2021. “China: Draconian repression of Muslims in Xinjiang amounts to crimes against humanity.” Amnesty International. https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/press-release/2021/06/china-draconian-repression-of-muslims-in-xinjiang-amounts-to-crimes-against-humanity/
From Uber/Lyft, driver and EMT in LA County to ICU/ER RN at the peak of a Pandemic. Jose Fregoso grew up in the suburbs of Pacoima, CA and is a second generation Mexican American of immigrant parents who are now US Citizens. USEPA Authors, 2021. “EPA Researchers Test Effectiveness of Face Masks, Disinfection Methods Against COVID-19.” United States Environmental Protection Agency. https://www.epa.gov/sciencematters/epa-researchers-test-effectiveness-face-masks-disinfection-methods-against-covid-...
Kozkakuauhtli was born and raised in New Mexico where he experienced economic disadvantages, hardships and many obstacles which have shaped him as a man. Nonetheless, he is an active artist who uses his experiences to drive his artistry and is looking forward to one day completing his education.
LOBO, originally from El Paso by way of Albuquerque now living in Oregon. Local Oregon Brown Beret Captain and Co-Chair of LA MEZA NACIONAL DE BROWN BERETS. He promotes absolute militancy within the Brown Berets and advocates for the 2nd Amendment for all indigenous RAZA and Chicanos.
Ernesto Ayala, born in Panorama City and raised in San Fernando and Pacoima, is a proud Chicano and member of El Partido Nacional de La Raza Unida; a Chicano/Raza political organization he was born into and now serves as a Pro-Tern Chair. Sources "Original Settlers of Los Angeles." Los Angeles Almanac. 1998-2019 Given Place Media, publishing as Los Angeles Almanac. 2 Jan. 2019 http://www.laalmanac.com/history/hi03c.php. Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Iguala Plan." Encyclopedia Britann...
Carlos is a recent graduate from Portland State University, choosing to major in Political Science and minor in Foreign Language. Currently resides outside of Portland and has recently become more conservative-leaning with American Politics. Sources Gonzalez, Juan. 2011. Harvest of Empire: A History of Latinos in America. New York, New York: Penguin Books. https://www.google.com/books/edition/Harvest_of_Empire/zCkVEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1 Sowell, Thomas. 2015. Wealth, Poverty and Politics New Y...
Armando Reyes was born and raised in California’s South Central Los Angeles. He is currently working towards improving and converting his community and supports organizations that aim to do the same. A firm believer in historical education and connecting with like-minded individuals. Sources Ahau, Kurimeo. 2017. “Hebrew Aboriginal Copper Colored Tribes of America - Moses/Hawah/Eber/Lost Tribes/Promised Land.” Youtube. https://youtu.be/Q-dPf0trGFs. Emmons, William R., and Bryan J. Noeth. 2014. “H...
This Chicano describes the challenges Raza faces with risk-taking, why he chose sports gambling, and how classism is a bigger factor than racism for Raza, which ultimately keeps us more divided.
Sources Department of Health and Human Services, “Obesity and Hispanic-Americans,” Office of Minority Health, 2019, https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=4&lvlid=70 APM Research Lab Staff, “Color of Covid,” APM Research Lab, February 4, 2021, https://www.apmresearchlab.org/covid/deaths-by-race Berkeley Lovelace Jr. “Covid Hospitalizations,” CNBC, March 8, 2021, https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/08/covid-cdc-study-finds-roughly-78percent-of-people-hospitalized-were-overweight-or-obese...
