Episodes

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura Podcast: A look into the soft opening of The FRONT Books - our new literature project. Featuring poetry by Marlon PV @marlon.punchdrunk, Shannon English @thedelicatesquash, and Monica Hernandez We also listen to Thomas Perez speak about his impact project "Redesigning border beacons" as part of the World Design Capital 2024 in San Diego and Tijuana. The Front's director Francisco Eme sits down with Marianela de la Hoz, a contemporary artist and painter...

In this episode, our very own Hector Castro shares an hour of music selections inspired by the unique culture of San Diego and Tijuana's border region. To follow along, find the track list here: :18 - "Canción 187" Juan Gabriel 2:57 - "Welcome to Tijuana" Manu Chao 5:07 - "Claros Son Tus Ojos" Los Moonlights 7:27 - "El Cariño que Perdí" Los Freddy's 10:39 - "Donna" Ritchie Valens 12:58 - "Buenos Dias, Amor" Jóse Jóse 16:31 - "Barco a Venus" Mecano 19:32 - "Bye Bye" Vilma Palma E Vampiros 24:36 -...

This episode features interviews and segments by Francisco Eme, Hector Castro, Yinna Aldama, and introducing Elizabeth Baca. We sit down with: Doris Bittar, a visual artist and community activist in San Diego, Eisebelle, a DJ from Tijuana, Paulina Mendez Garcilazo, visual artist and arts worker in Baja California, and a segment by Yinna Aldama: how do you live an indigenous language in danger of disappearing? Thank you to the Mellon Foundation and the San Diego Commission for Arts & Culture for ...

In this packed episode, we hear segments from the team here at The Front Arte y Cultura Gallery: Hector Castro spoke with Enrique Von Borstel, president of Bulldog Productions and Director of Black Box Tijuana, who takes us on a tour of local music and production from the cross-border area. Vania Mercado shares with us about her experience with the DACA program in the United States, an initiative created in 2012 that provides protection against deportations to people even if they are minors. Add...

In this packed episode, we hear segments from the team here at The Front Arte y Cultura Gallery: Breny Aceituno talks to the people behind Libreria 'Alexandria' @alexandrialibreriacolectiva - a bookstore and reading café in León, Guanajuato. Hector Castro talks to Ophelia @conejiz a.k.a. Wabbit from 'Wabbit Presents' @wabbitpresents about organizing music shows and events in San Diego, diving into the positive impact it has on the community and local music scene. Yinna Aldama speaks about her ho...

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura, we listen to our collaborator Yinna Aldama share her perspective and experience with ancestry and its importance within her community. We also talk to Xayn Naz from The Brown Building @thebrownbuildingarts, a trans-led community center for Black + Brown artists and folk in San Diego. He shares his experience in creating a safe space, and the importance of spaces like this existing in communities. Our music feature for this episode is Jackie Mendoza, @...

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura, we talk to Venezuelan director and composer Andrés González following the San Diego symphony's intimate performance at the The FRONT gallery. Our music segment shines the light on San Diego's thriving underground rave scene with an interview with Awkey Sanchez, co-founder of No Expectations And finally. Yinne Aldama's segment featuring a short story by her aunt, "La Historia de los Tres Arboles Sagrados En este episodio de The FRONT Arte y Cultura, ha...

In this episode, we interview prominent figures in the San Diego music scene; creator, producer and videographer Xavier Vasquez, and singer, songwriter Kass Rose Gold. Our music feature this episode is Kass Rose Gold. Listen to her music on all audio platforms, and follow her journey on Instagram @kassrosegold Follow our guest Xavier Vasquez and all his projects on Instagram, @x_a_v_a_z Thanks for listening! ------------------------------ En este episodio, entrevistamos a figuras descatadas de l...

In this episode, we will take a look into Tijuana's diverse music scene with guest Josemar Gonzalez. Learn about Friendship Park and its importance to our community with Breny Aceituno. And, finally, listen to our collaborator Yinna Aldama talk about what liberty truly means in her segment "La Libertad de Mi Pueblo". Music feature in this episode is local Tijuana band, Parque de Cometas. Thank you to Josemar Gonzalez, Friends of Friendship Park, and our listeners. _________________ En este episo...

In this our first episode of 2023, we talk to Pablo Dodero after his concert performance in the gallery as part of The Front's video concert series. We also take a look into the Bésame Mucho Concert Festival during our music segment. And in continuation with our new segment, Yinna Aldama speaks to friends about their experience being indigenous youth within both their communities and the city. Our music feature this episode is from Rabbitlight's new album, 'Volátil'. Thank you to Pablo Dodero,...

This episode marks the beginning of a new season for The Front Arte y Cultura's podcast. We talk about our latest exhibition 'Our Ancestor's Dream' with curator Karla Garcia-Perez, visit participating artist Eva Salazar as she tells us about her creations featured in the exhibition. We also introduce a new segment with collaborator Yinna Dalila Aldima Muñoz, where she will take us through various topics and issues surrounding the Kumeyaay community in Baja California. Our music feature this ep...

In this episode, we highlight art, people and music from the San Diego/Tijuana region. We talked to artist Armando De la Torre about his project with SD Park Social, musician Kathia Ruda from Ensenada about her ocean inspired music, and locals on the Imperial Beach Pier about their favorite pastimes. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, we highlight art, people and music from the San Diego/Tijuana region. We talked to artist Armando De la Torre about his project with SD Park Social, musician Kathia Ruda from Ensenada about her ocean inspired music, and locals on the Imperial Beach Pier about their favorite pastimes. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, we highlight art, people and music from the San Diego/Tijuana region. We talked to artist Armando De la Torre about his project with SD Park Social, musician Kathia Ruda from Ensenada about her ocean inspired music, and locals on the Imperial Beach Pier about their favorite pastimes. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, we speak with community music teacher Henry Aponte on the importance of education and its effect to improve our community. We listen to Las Zapatistas introduce themselves, whilst also hearing their upcoming live session. San Ysidro Skater Kids also tell us about their origins, and what their next chapter has in store. Our music feature for this episode is Las Lunas De Galio, a tijuana pop-rock group. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, we speak with community music teacher Henry Aponte on the importance of education and its effect to improve our community. We listen to Las Zapatistas introduce themselves, whilst also hearing their upcoming live session. San Ysidro Skater Kids also tell us about their origins, and what their next chapter has in store. Our music feature for this episode is Las Lunas De Galio, a tijuana pop-rock group. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, we speak with community music teacher Henry Aponte on the importance of education and its effect to improve our community. We listen to Las Zapatistas introduce themselves, whilst also hearing their upcoming live session. San Ysidro Skater Kids also tell us about their origins, and what their next chapter has in store. Our music feature for this episode is Las Lunas De Galio, a tijuana pop-rock group. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura meets with participating rookie artists from our upcoming exhibition, New Native Narratives, to describe their experience taking part in the program. We interviewed Leslye Villaseñor, Casiel Sanchez, Adrian Del Riego, Marlon PV, Evan Lopez, Rianne Elyse, Carlos Luna, Natalia Ventura, & our gallery director Francisco Morales. Our music feature for this episode is The Fazes, local femme garage dark wave group from Vista, CA. They discuss their experiences,...

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura meets with participating rookie artists from our upcoming exhibition, New Native Narratives, to describe their experience taking part in the program. We interviewed Leslye Villaseñor, Casiel Sanchez, Adrian Del Riego, Marlon PV, Evan Lopez, Rianne Elyse, Carlos Luna, Natalia Ventura, & our gallery director Francisco Morales. Our music feature for this episode is The Fazes, local femme garage dark wave group from Vista, CA. They discuss their experiences,...

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura meets with participating rookie artists from our upcoming exhibition, New Native Narratives, to describe their experience taking part in the program. We interviewed Leslye Villaseñor, Casiel Sanchez, Adrian Del Riego, Marlon PV, Evan Lopez, Rianne Elyse, Carlos Luna, Natalia Ventura, & our gallery director Francisco Morales. Our music feature for this episode is The Fazes, local femme garage dark wave group from Vista, CA. They discuss their experiences,...

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura discusses May Day’s importance, the value of workers' rights, unionizing and its role within arts organizations, and how it affects our communities. We interviewed Brittney DeVeau, Union Chair of the New Children's Museum, Francisco Morales, gallery director of The FRONT, Karla Garcia, community activist, and Zian, community member. They discuss their experiences, thoughts, and what steps they take to advocate for better work environments. This episode w...

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura discusses May Day’s importance, the value of workers' rights, unionizing and its role within arts organizations, and how it affects our communities. We interviewed Brittney DeVeau, Union Chair of the New Children's Museum, Francisco Morales, gallery director of The FRONT, Karla Garcia, community activist, and Zian, community member. They discuss their experiences, thoughts, and what steps they take to advocate for better work environments. This episode w...

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura discusses May Day’s importance, the value of workers' rights, unionizing and its role within arts organizations, and how it affects our communities. We interviewed Brittney DeVeau, Union Chair of the New Children's Museum, Francisco Morales, gallery director of The FRONT, Karla Garcia, community activist, and Zian, community member. They discuss their experiences, thoughts, and what steps they take to advocate for better work environments. This episode w...

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura team explores sustainability, and environmental justice, as a dedication to Earth Day. We interviewed Dan Whitman, coordinator for the Binational Friendship Park, and Alexis Aceituno, a former oil refinery worker. Additionally, we listen to an audio collage of audio submissions from the community, asking what they imagine as a green and clean future. MAKI, multi-instrumentalist of pop, jazz, and electronica is the music feature for this episode. With gen...