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A podcast and archive that documents queer life from the Rio Grande Valley and other borderlands. Created and hosted by Alexandra Nichole Salazar, a queer Chicana from Pharr, a border town in South Texas. She is also a PhD Candidate in the Mexican-American/Latinx Studies department at the University of Texas at Austin, where her research focuses on queer and anti-colonial borderland archives, memory making practices, and theories. - Follow @jotxsyrecuerdos_podcast or https://jotxsyrecuerdos. ...
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Michael Jones, a Black gay artist and poet with a background in philosophy, hailing from the northeast, relocated to the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) in 2006, where he discovered both creative freedom and a sense of belonging. In this episode, he reflects on his childhood, recalling moments like impersonating Diana Ross. He delves into his cruising expe…
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In this episode of "Jotxs y Recuerdos," host Alexandra Salazar interviews Kandi Kasket (also known as Roxanna), a non-binary/asexual Latina. Kandi discusses her journey of self-discovery, including her experiences with asexuality and drag, and the challenges she faced in coming out. She emphasizes the importance of queer spaces and representation, …
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La Otra Taller Nepantla Artist Residency
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Anel Flores, a queer/lesbian Chicana story maker, discusses her inception and impact of La Otra Taller Nepantla Artist Residency, held February 2021 in Arroyo City, a town in the Rio Grande Valley. Inspired by Gloria Anzaldua's 1995 residency, Flores paid homage to the nurturing environment for artists to create freely. Anel re-created the residenc…
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Kimberly Sanchez, is a trans woman from San Juan, Texas. She aspires to become a physical therapist, motivated by her mother's 1999 accident. Kimberly shares how she came out at 17, initially hiding her identity due to bathroom access issues and misgendering. However, because of her supportive mom she was able to live her truth. In the tail end of …
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Esteban Silva, a queer Latino from Pharr, Texas, discusses his journey growing up in the Rio Grande Valley, where he faced challenges hiding his identity due to religious and societal pressures. He recounts a pivotal moment at age seven when his mother explained that same-sex marriage contradicts the Bible. Despite support from teachers, he felt is…
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Noe Gonzalez-Schwenneker, a queer woman from Pharr, Texas discusses what it is was like being queer along the border. Noe describes various queer spaces in the Rio Grande Valley (Montrose, Trade Bar, and Jackie O's), including bars across the border in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico. She also speaks on how the Orlando shooting impacted her. Towards th…
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Dolissa Medina is a filmmaker, home-maker, writer, and organizer whose art practice centers around queer world mending in borderland spaces. Exploring themes of belong and home, she’s been making experimental films for the past 25 years inspired by the places she’s lived: San Francisco, Berlin, and her hometown of Brownsville, Texas. In this episod…
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In this episode, Esther Martinez, a non-binary Chicana/Puerto rican punk discuss the importance of representation, particularly in the music industry, and addresses issues of sexism and misogyny within the local punk scene. They also share their experiences with her band, Fantastico, and the impact of their music, including a song inspired by the T…
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Allyson Duarte, a queer Latina from McAllen, Texas. She is also a DACA recipient, activist, and graduate student in Philosophy at Texas A&M University. In this episode, she highlights the intersectionality of issues like immigration, queer rights, and environmental racism. Allyson also emphasizes the importance of representation in education, advoc…
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Ayden Castellanos, is queer a Chicano activist and podcaster. In this episode, he emphasizes the importance of the deconstructing HIV/AIDS stigma and educating the public about prevention and treatment, including the use of PrEP. In addition, he highlights the vibrant queer community in the Valley, the challenges of machismo, and the significance o…
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In this episode, host, Alexandra Salazar sits down with Angela Garza, a Chicana dyke from McAllen, TX, who played a pivotal role in shaping the Rio Grande Valley punk scene. As a member of bands like Angela & the X's, Inkbag, Dykes Interrupted, and The Follies, Angela reflects on her musical journey and the cultural impact of her work. They dive in…
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Back from hiatus to discuss the ongoing genocide in Palestine. Join us for an urgent and critical conversation with Joy where we discuss settler colonialism in The Rio Grande Valley and Palestine. *edit: at 25min it is 5 generations instead of 5 years* Joy (she/her) is a queer farmer and soil scientist who organizes for collective liberation. Texas…
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Rubén Garza, a Non-Binary Trans poet and artivist from Edinburg, TX, discusses their work with Voces Unidas, a collective that fosters community in the Rio Grande Valley through healing justice and capacity building and Las Imaginistas, an art collective focused on creative placemaking and community engagement. In this episode, they reflect on thei…
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Hilda and Tee, are a Black lesbian couple who have been married for 29 years and counting. Hilda, born in Louisiana, moved to California at 17 and came out there. Tee, from Detroit, also came out in California and faced challenges reconciling her sexuality with her religious beliefs. They met in the 80s at work, and after a decade of mutual attract…
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Danielle Small, a writer based in Atlanta, discusses their journey from Jamaica to rural Wisconsin, highlighting their experiences as a queer, non-binary individual. They also recount the challenges of growing up in a conservative Christian culture in Jamaica and the traumatic experiences of racism in Wisconsin. In addition, Danielle emphasizes the…
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For this episode, we interview Eddie Piña, your favorite gay Tio. Join us as he recounts his journey to accepting his HIV diagnosis in 2013, emphasizing the importance of safe sex and regular testing. He also talks about the impact of machismo, his experice as a farm worker, and the Valley club scene in the 2000s --- Episode Edited by A. Ramirez --…
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In this episode, host of the queer podcast "Jotxs y Recuerdos," interviews Adrian Melgar an organizer and teacher from the RGV. Join us as he talks to us about being trans in the borderlands, creating resources for the community, and teaching during a pandemic/hurricane hit. - Recorded and released 2020…
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Fighting Anti-Blackness in the Rio Grande Valley
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This live podcast is presented by the UTRGV Center for Mexican American Studies' Cafecito y Charla series. Join Alexandra Nichole Salazar as she moderates a conversation with Judy R. Pryor-Ramirez, Aimaloghi Eromosele, and Alexandra Hughes about Black history, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the ongoing fight against anti-Blackness in the Rio …
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Join us for our Bonus Episode where we explore Nepantla, Borderlands, and Queerness with Vickie Vértiz, a Queer Chicana Poet and Professor from California. "Vickie Vértiz was born and raised in Bell Gardens, a city in southeast Los Angeles County. Her writing is featured in the New York Times magazine, the San Francisco Chronicle, Huizache, Nepantl…
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Fish Fiorucci, a non-binary supermodel from Brownsville, TX who modeled for Balenciaga, Lady Gaga, Madonna and more, shares their story with us. TW: Depression, Suicide, and Anorexia. -- Recorded and released 2019Af jotxs y recuerdos
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"In this episode, Anel Flores—a butch lesbian Chicana writer and artist whose roots span the Valley, San Antonio, and everything in between—reflects on her experiences as a queer individual who was raised in a Catholic family, the gift of parenthood, and the transformative moment when she took a writing workshop with Gloria Anzaldúa. She also discu…
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Runiper George Longoria a non-binary, pansexual Latinx brujx from Edinburg, Texas, who works as a sex educator and sex toy artist, advocating for inclusive sex education and safe sex practices. They highlight their experiences with queer spaces, substance abuse, and the need for LGBTQ-oriented AA and NA programs. George also discusses their spiritu…
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In this episode of "Jotxs y Recuerdos," Gume Laurel III, a gay Latino writer from Weslaco, TX discusses his journey from coming out at 13 to navigating his identity in a conservative, religious, and machismo-dominated environment. He highlights the importance of chosen family, especially for queer individuals who may not find acceptance at home. He…
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In this episode of "Jotxs y Recuerdos," host Alexandra Salazar interviews Alonzo Amaya, a gender-fluid makeup artist from Pharr, TX. Listen to Alonzo talk about gender, depression, and the importance of practicing safe sex. - Recorded and released 2019Af jotxs y recuerdos
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In this episode of "Jotxs y Recuerdos," Alexandra Nicole Vazquez interviews her mom, Nancy Gonzalez, about her journey as a queer Latina in the Rio Grande Valley. Specifically, her experiences of discrimination and dancing cumbia at 10th Avenue, a historic alternative (gay) bar that ran from 1987-2002. She also reflects on the acceptance and freedo…
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Eduardo Martinez, a queer Tejano from Pharr, Texas, discusses his involvement in community organizations like Aqui Estamos, and the local workers rights movement. Martinez emphasizes the importance of intergenerational participation and the need for more queer and trans leadership. He also highlights the challenges of gentrification and the importa…
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In this episode of "Jotxs y Recuerdos," Alexandra Nicole Vazquez interviews her dad, Rey Vasquez a trans man from Mission, TX. He delves into his upbringing in the Rio Grande Valley, working in the fields, and the challenges of being queer in a conservative community. Despite the challenges, he found solace in the supportive of his family and 10th …
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In this episode, Elizabeth Michelle Salinas, a former bartender of P B D's Lounge, the longest standing gay bar in Mcallen, TX (1984-Present). She shared what it was like to be a part of H.U.G.S (Helping Unite Gays and Straights), a now-defunct organization at Nikki Rowe High School, about the gay club scene along the border, and being a parent. - …
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Yvonne S. Marquez is a queer Tejana writer and editor from Mission, Texas, who recounts her upbringing along the border. In particular, Yvonne describes the challenges and internalized homophobia she faced during her high school years, finding community in Austin and Dallas, and the importance of telling stories with nuance and care. - Yvonne S. Ma…
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