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Flamenco guitar teacher and founder of Flamenco4U.com guitar lessons, Ben Stubbs, explores the flamenco guitar, discusses playing techniques, and teaches you how to become a flamenco guitarist.
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How can we enable people, organizations, and governments to build and maintain regenerative and healthy environments for everyone? In this podcast series, we explore the Societal Assets and initiatives by the Townmaking Institute and others that envision a shift towards a regenerative and thriving society. Episodes will cover assets and initiatives developed by the Townmaking Institute and its community. Every other week, we will feature local stories, including narratives from the Netherlan ...
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The Common is a literary organization whose mission is to deepen our individual and collective sense of place. Based at Amherst College, we aim to serve as a vibrant common space for the global exchange of ideas and experiences through three main areas of activity: publishing, public programming, and mentorship and education.
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Societal impact | Lukas Reichel: Catalan Cooperative Car-Sharing
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In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum sits down with Lukas Reichel, founder of Som Mobilitat, a car-sharing cooperative in Catalonia with about 4,000 members and 160 cars. Together, they discuss Lukas’s journey, the motivations behind starting Som Mobilitat, and how the cooperative contributes to building stronger, more sustainable communities. T…
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Another Bonus Episode: Birthday Buzz & Big News
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In this lively bonus episode, Daniel and Javi give listeners a rundown of Javi’s birthday celebrations, share their thoughts on the recent presidential election, and offer a fresh take on handling online haters. They also give heartfelt shoutouts to their sponsors and dive into a mix of fun and thoughtful topics—like reality TV drama, Native Americ…
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NL episode: Hoe beheersen we de snelheid van het verkeer (zonder de openbare ruimte aan te passen)
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Please note: This is a special recording of our conversation on ISA and ASG in Dutch. If you’d like to hear the English version, you can find it in the episodes from 1st and 8th August. We’ll be back to English in the next episode. In deze speciale Nederlandstalige aflevering van Towwnmaking spreken ingenieur Paul Timmer en host Servaz van Berkum o…
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Our guest this week is Indranil Bhattacharya. In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum and Indranil explore the nature of data, highlighting how, without context, it’s merely a collection of numbers. They dive into the challenges data presents and discuss why responsible use is essential for building a fair, human-centered society. Indranil explains…
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Guilds, Games, and Growth / White Carnation Adventurer's Guild
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In this episode, Daniel and Javi sit down with Andy Rivera, Owner/Partner, and Oliverio Covarrubias, HR/Recruitment Director of the White Carnation Adventurer's Guild, a tabletop role-playing group (TTRPG) of Latino men. They dive into what it means to be part of this tight-knit community, share their passion for Dungeons and Dragons, and discuss h…
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Can regenerative farming secure the future of our food production?
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In this episode of Townmaking, host Servaz van Berkum sits down with Thieu Besselink, who focuses on regenerative farming for the Townmaking Institute. They discuss how regenerative agriculture can secure the future of our food systems by healing ecosystems, revitalizing soil, and moving away from harmful agricultural practices. Thieu shares insigh…
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Oh Hey There Little Bonus Episodio
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In this special bonus episode, hosts Daniel and Javi dive into an exciting mix of topics. They kick off with a conversation about Indigenous Peoples' Day and Nimiipuu politics, followed by Javi's birthday month celebration and Daniel's new job. The duo also touch on a recent bullying situation involving their nieces and nephews, and share their tho…
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Societal impact | Community organiser Daniel Picado, plural citizen-centric societies.
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In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum sits down with Daniel Picado, a community organizer and founder of Pais Plural, an LGBTQI+ organization in Venezuela. Together, they explore Daniel’s personal journey, the mission that drives his work, and how his efforts have shaped his dedication to building a more inclusive, plural, and citizen-centric soc…
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Origami y Papel Picado w/ Odette Gutierrez
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In Season 7, Episode 6 of the Brown Sound Podcast, Daniel and Javi welcome Odette Gutierrez, a cultural project manager living in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. Originally from Mexico City, Odette shares her journey from working at the Mexican Consulate in Boise to celebrating and showcasing the richness of Latino culture. The conversation is packed with…
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How to build a shared-mobility community for future residents?
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This week, host Servaz van Berkum and Mobility as a Commons (MaaC) expert Walter Dresscher continue their conversation on shared mobility and urban development. We discuss how MaaC could reshape project development across different housing sectors: private sector rentals, homeownership, and social housing. How can we ensure shared mobility is acces…
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Kevin Dean, "Patron Saints" The Common Magazine
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Kevin Dean speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about his story “Patron Saints,” which appears in The Common’s most recent issue. Kevin talks about the process of writing and revising this story, which follows a young American trying to find his place in Cairo, while the city roils with political uncertainty after the Arab Spring uprising. Kevin…
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Can community-owned mobility reshape urban development?
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Mobility as a Commons (MaaC) expert Walter Dresscher joins us once again to continue our discussion on community-owned shared mobility—a model that rethinks mobility ownership by sharing vehicles like cars, bikes, and more. We’ve previously covered this topic in our July 11th and July 18th episodes, so feel free to revisit those for additional cont…
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Code-Switching & White-Passing w/ Effie Hernandez
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In this episode, Daniel and Javi sit down with Effie Hernandez, an enrolled citizen of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribe, to explore her experiences as an Indigenous and Latina woman who presents as white-passing. Effie shares the complexities of growing up on the Rez while navigating the challenges of having her identity questioned. Together, they have a…
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Societal Impact: Marc Bemelmans, educating complete bike mechanics.
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In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum shares aspects of Marc Bemelmans' Narrative Record, an educator and passionate cyclist. As a vocational teacher in Amsterdam, Marc trains the next generation of bike mechanics. Together, they discuss his life, his love for bicycles, and his strong ties to both the mechanical craft and the field of education, …
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In Season 7, Episode 4 of the Brown Sound Podcast, Daniel and Javi sit down with Latino tattoo artist and founder of House Studio Tattoos, House Perez. House opens up about growing up in Boise, Idaho, and the path that led him to become a successful business owner. He also shares powerful insights into the world of tattoo culture and how his herita…
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Community Update: What’s happening in Townmaking?
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In this episode of Townmaking, host Servaz van Berkum is joined by Indranil Bhattacharya and Thieu Besselink to explore the latest in the Townmaking community. The discussion dives into Adaptive Speed Governance (ASG), Cycling Corridors, and Mobility as a Commons, highlighting how these initiatives are reshaping urban environments. This podcast was…
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Kellen's Kinship Chronicles w/ Kellen Trenal
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In our 100th episode of The Brown Sound, Javi and Daniel are joined by the incredible Kellen Trenal, a true multi-talented force! Kellen is a visual and performing artist, small business owner, model, language recitalist, and more. Tune in as he shares his experiences from the 4 Kinship Fashion Show, the Santa Fe Indian Market, and his role as MC f…
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How can recording everyday lives help shape liveable communities?
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In this episode host Servaz van Berkum sits down with Indranil Bhattacharya to dive into the concept of Narrative Records. These records capture the everyday lives and lived experiences of people across Europe, Africa, and Asia, giving us valuable insights into what makes communities more liveable. We explore how these stories can help shape better…
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In Season 7, Episode 2 of the Brown Sound Podcast, Daniel and Javi recap their time as MC's at the Nation Building Business Conference, Javi's Grandma visiting from Mexico, and Daniel's family trip to LA. They wrap up summer, discuss Javi's first tattoo, and share cultural insights - all with plenty of laughs, a new language lesson, and the shady q…
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Maria de Caldas Antão, "My Freedom," The Common Magazine
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Maria de Caldas Antão speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her poem “ My Freedom,” which appears in The Common’s most recent issue. Maria talks about how a casual comment inspired this poem, which explores the idea of freedom, and what it might mean to be free: personally, politically, physically, philosophically. Maria also discusses how…
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Societal impact | City Councilor Elisabeth IJmker, progressive protestant politics
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This is the second of two episodes in which host Servaz van Berkum interviews members of the Amsterdam City Council about their work and vision for creating livable cities. Today, he’s joined by researcher, church council member, and City Council Member Elisabeth IJmker. These episodes also mark the introduction of a new format in our podcast serie…
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Societal impact | City Councilor Elise Moeskops, smelly cheese, good wine and politics.
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In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum sits down with restaurateur and Amsterdam City Council member Elise Moeskops to talk about what drives her forward in her life, her work, and how this has shaped her role as a city council member. This episode kicks off a new format for the series, where we focus on everyday people making a real difference in…
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Navigating Financial Literacy w/ Nimiipuu Fund
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In this Season 7 opener, hosts Javi and Daniel engage in a discussion with Jonelle Yearout and Heewekse Wisdom from the Nimiipuu Community Development Fund. This episode focuses on the various services and workshops provided by the Nimiipuu Fund to support small business owners and entrepreneurs within the community. Listeners will also learn about…
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Are e-bikes (or fatbikes) unsafe at any speed?
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In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum continues his conversation with Townmaking engineer Paul Timmer. They explore the growing use of e-bikes and the important issue of safety. Are e-bikes, as they are today, fundamentally unsafe? How do they influence urban planning and the way we commute? Most importantly, how can we address the safety concern…
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How can we build non-intrusive speed governance in vehicles (without redesigning public space)?
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This episode is the final installment of our three-part series on speed dynamics in urban environments. In this episode, host Servaz van Berkum continues his conversation with Townmaking engineer Paul Timmer. This time, they delve into Adaptive Speed Governance (ASG), an innovative driver-assistance system created by the Townmaking Institute in par…
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In this episode of the Brown Sound Podcast, hosts Javi and Daniel discuss their recent trip to Nueva Italia, Michoacán, Mexico, to celebrate Javi's grandmother's 79th birthday. The episode highlights their experiences during the celebration and reflects on the cultural differences they encountered between Mexico and the United States. Daniel, who v…
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This is the second episode in our three-part series exploring the dynamics of speed in urban environments. In this episode, Townmaking engineer Paul Timmer joins host Servaz van Berkum to discuss Intelligent Speed Adaptation (ISA). ISA is a system designed to alert drivers or even take control when a vehicle exceeds the local speed limit. Since Jul…
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A. J. Rodriguez, "Papel Picado," The Common Magazine (2024)
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A. J. Rodriguez speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about his story “Papel Picado,” which appears in The Common’s most recent issue. A.J. talks about the process of writing and revising this story, which explores a fraught moment in the life of a Latino high schooler struggling under the pressures of family, friendship, and expectation in Albuq…
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This is the first episode in a three-part series exploring the dynamics of speed in urban environments. Indranil Bhattacharya and host Servaz van Berkum will delve into the intricate relationships between speed, liveability, and safety. How does travel speed impact our surroundings? How do we perceive speed, and how do others perceive our movement?…
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How can personal engagement lead to community-owned shared mobility?
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In this follow-up episode of Townmaking, host Servaz van Berkum continues the conversation with Walter Dresscher, diving deeper into the practical aspects of building communities centered around community-owned mobility. Walter shares his personal journey of starting his own community and now guiding others to do the same. They discuss the tangible…
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Five Reasons You’re STUCK Progressing on Flamenco Guitar
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🎸GET TABS + BACKING TRACKS: https://www.Patreon.com/Flamenco4U 📱TEXT BEN 4 HELP: 👉🏼 (949) 992-1102 👈🏼 _______________________ Struggling with a particular falseta for years or even decades is not uncommon for flamenco guitarists. If this sounds like you, don’t fret (pun intended)! In this guitar tutorial, I’ll dive into five reasons why your progre…
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How to build communities for shared mobility (and improve urban life)?
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In this episode of Townmaking, host Servaz van Berkum sits down with Walter Dresscher to discuss community-owned mobility, also known as Mobility as a Commons (MaaC). Together, they delve into communal models of ownership, discussing how shared vehicles and shared efforts can contribute to building vibrant, liveable cities and enhance urban life. T…
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How to Play Entre Dos Aguas (Lesson #8)
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🎸GET TABS + BACKING TRACKS: https://www.Patreon.com/Flamenco4U 📱TEXT BEN 4 HELP: 👉🏼 (949) 992-1102 👈🏼 _______________________ In this lesson, we dive deeper into "Entre Dos Aguas," focusing on the extensive use of picado throughout the piece. If your fingers are starting to develop calluses, you’re not alone! We’ll be tackling some interesting and …
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How to Play Entre Dos Aguas (Lesson #7)
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Learning how to improvise on flamenco guitar with the song"Entre Dos Aguas," by Paco De Lucía is actually easier than you might expect—especially if you are already a jazz or blues guitarist! Jazz and blues elements are introduced into this section through the incorporation of a pentatonic scale in the key of E minor. By using you prior knowledge a…
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How can we become citizens (not consumers) on the Internet?
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The Internet today mostly treats us as consumers, not as citizens. To make things worse, we are often represented as users conforming to the same standards. As citizens we have rights to clean water, clean air, and healthy food. As digital citizens, we should have the right to represent ourselves accurately, and to know where and how our informatio…
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In the third episode of Townmaking, we discuss the NextCommons Principles. What are they and why does Indranil Bhattacharya think they are needed for societal equality and resilience? This podcast was produced and curated by Indranil Bhattacharya, Omar Zuberi, Fernanda Hunken Herrera, and Servaz van Berkum (host). Music by Mickey Smid. This podcast…
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Get ready for some summer fun in Season 6, Episode 14 of the Brown Sound Podcast! Daniel and Javi kick things off by announcing the Whitebird Memorial, a remembrance of a Nez Perce Tribal holiday. Then, they dive into Javi's first-ever bailongo and a sizzling cumbia night. They spill the tea on summer flings, summer bods, and all the best summer ac…
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How is the Internet changing our local cultures (and why we should care)?
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In the second episode of Townmaking, we discuss with Indranil Bhattacharya how global digital culture is supplanting local cultures and why we should care. This podcast was produced and curated by Indranil Bhattacharya, Omar Zuberi, Fernanda Hunken Herrera, and Servaz van Berkum (host). Music by Mickey Smid. See https://digitalsociety.townmaking.co…
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This is the first ever episode of the Townmaking Institute. How can we enable people, organizations, and governments to build and maintain regenerative and healthy environments for everyone? In this podcast series, we explore the Societal Assets and initiatives by the Townmaking Institute and others that envision a shift towards a regenerative and …
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Your favorite amigos Javi and Daniel are back this week with a special announcement. Norberto Salgado y Su Ciclón Norteño with DJ El Sonido La Pachanga de Agustin Landa. Location: 5216 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell, ID More information on tickets: (208)957-9756 or (208)392-5208 https://www.2myticket.com Make sure to follow the Brown Sound Podcast on Ins…
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Heritage & Hues w/ Miguel Almeida
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In Season 6, Episode 13 of the Brown Sound Podcast, hosts Javi and Daniel explore the origins of the podcast's name, reflecting on its resonance with their mission to amplify Latino and Indigenous voices. They welcome Miguel Angel Almeida, a talented Mexican visual artist renowned for his captivating illustrations and murals. Miguel delves into his…
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Started from the Rez, Now we here w/ Sienna Reuben
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In Season 6 Episode 12 of the Brown Sound Sound Podcast, Sienna Reuben, a Higher Ed Professional, joins the hosts for a vibrant discussion. Delving into Sienna's upbringing as a Rez kid and her journey into education, the episode explores the impact of community and the nuances of identity. From shared experiences to laughter-filled moments, the co…
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Mayada Ibrahim (trans.), “Symphony of the South," The Common magazine (2024)
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Mayada Ibrahim speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her translation of “Symphony of the South,” a short story by Tahir Annour that appears in The Common’s most recent issue, in a portfolio of writing in Arabic from Chad, South Sudan, and Eritrea. Mayada talks about the process of translating this piece, including working with the author an…
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In the latest bonus episode of the Brown Sound, Javi and Daniel discuss the recent controversy surrounding the removal of a Lakota student's tribal regalia at Farmington High School in New Mexico. Daniel shares a recap on his Gag City trip to Texas. They also touch on code-switching, share their favorite American cultural foods, bands, and songs, a…
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How Stella Got Her Groove Back w/ Stella Sammaripa
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In Season 6, Episode 11 of the Brown Sound Podcast, we welcome special guest Stella Sammaripa, a Nez Perce language teacher and skilled instructor in moccasin making, beadwork, baby board crafting, and traditional arts. As a mother, wife, sister, and matriarch, Stella joins us to discuss family boundaries through a cultural lens. We share stories o…
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In Season 6, Episode 10 of the Brown Sound podcast, Javi and Daniel discuss significant holidays and celebrations from their cultures, such as the Nez Perce Root Feast, Cinco de Mayo, and Joseph Days. They share words of encouragement for graduates to wear traditional regalia proudly and provide thoughtful reflections on embracing one's heritage du…
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Amanda Mei Kim, "California Obscura," The Common magazine (2023)
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Amanda Mei Kim speaks to managing editor Emily Everett about her essay “California Obscura,” which appears in The Common’s most recent issue, in a portfolio of writing and art from and about the immigrant farmworker community. Amanda discusses how the essay changed and developed over many drafts. The finished piece explores her childhood growing up…
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Welcome back to The Brown Sound Podcast Season 6, Episode 9! Daniel and Javi kick off the episode with excitement as they discuss the upcoming R&B Night and dive into planning Javi's epic housewarming party. Delving into the supernatural, the hosts explore their cultural beliefs on ghosts, negative energy, brujería, and superstitions passed down fr…
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In Season 6, Episode 8 of The Brown Sound Podcast, Daniel and Javi dish out some spicy commentary on the bewildering world of cultural fusion foods, tackling dishes shamelessly named with random Spanish words. From tongue-twisting delicacies to tongue-in-cheek social media do's and don'ts, they navigate the complexities of online representation wit…
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Learn Beautiful Rumba Strumming Patterns
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If you've ever delved into flamenco guitar technique and rhythm, you'll know that mastering the compás of rumba is a cornerstone skill. Yet, no matter how you approach it, you may have encountered a common challenge: the rhythmic patterns can feel repetitive and lackluster, leaving you yearning for more dynamism and flair in your playing. But don’t…
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