Rediscovering Latinidad
Rediscovering Latinidad is made with love and dedication to the art of family history. Too often the search for family history can seem Eurocentric and inefficient for those identifying as Latiné, LatinX, and anywhere in between. Let’s share our stories, our resources, and discuss why this all matters. In the search for who we are, we can understand more from our ancestors and their stories.
Episodes
2025 is a momentous year for Catholic Latinos, with the death of the first Latin American pontiff, Pope Francis, and the election of the second Latin American pontiff, Pope Leo XIV! We discuss Pope Leo's creole and Black ancestry, which may include ties to Haiti and Cuba, and how he became an adopted Peruvian and dual citizen. We also look back at Pope Francis's legacy and consider how the new pope could impact the Catholic Church'...
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May 8, 2025 • 67 mins
On today's episode, our season finale, we will discuss mental health in honor of mental health awareness month. We are joined by Dr. Eduardo Rueda Vásquez (Edward's dad!) and social worker Lillian Schene. We'll discuss our own journeys, what our panelists have experienced as latino providers working with latino patients, and patterns in a collectivist culture. You won't want to miss this!
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This season's re-air episode was from our incredible fan favorite conversation with LatinX Parenting last season! We are thrilled to interview LatinX Parenting's founder Leslie Priscilla for today's episode! Last week we discussed Dia de Los Muertos and how we honor our ancestors who have passed, and today we look toward the future as we discuss raising future ancestors, breaking generational curses and trauma, healing our gente an...
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On today's episode we explore the free genealogy resources!
SHOW NOTES:
1. FamilySearch: Accounts are free and in-person FamilySearch Centers are free!
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- Bluesky: @RediscLatinidad
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- Reddit: r/RediscoveringLatindad
SHOW NOTES:
1. FamilySearch: Accounts are free and in-person FamilySearch Centers are free!
- FamilySearch Wiki: Hispanic Family History Resources https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/Hispanic_Family_History_Resources
- Famil...
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April 17, 2025 • 95 mins
Today marks the 64th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs invasion and on today's episode we commemorate Cuba's history. We are joined by two esteemed historians:
- Dr. Jane Landers, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of History at Vanderbilt University and Director of the Slave Societies Digital Archive, who has researched in Cuba for over 30 years.
- Dr. Raquel Otheguy, Associate Professor of History at Bronx Community College of the...
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April 10, 2025 • 18 mins
On today's episode we discuss the film Yuli! It is a great movie leading into next week's discussion of Cuba. This episode airing is symbolic to Cuban history; on this day in 1898 Spanish Governor General Blanco in Cuba suspended hostilities in the war in Cuba, and on April 15, 1980 was the start of Mariel Boatlift
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April 3, 2025 • 64 mins
On today's episode we discuss infamous Sinaloa Cartel leader Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, his escapes from prison, and his meeting Kate del Castillo! Just in time for Chapo's birthday tomorrow.
Before our True Crime episode, we get into UPDATES:
Before our True Crime episode, we get into UPDATES:
- Yolanda Saldívar (Selena's killer) was denied parole.
- 23andMe declared bankruptcy and users are wondering whether to delete their data.
- Fausto talks about getting a Dominican cédula.
- We give ...
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March 27, 2025 • 22 mins
On today's episode we use ChatGPT for a game of scattegories and genealogy stories. Join us!
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research going:
http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com
https://geneticfunhouse.blogspot.com
Know Your Rights Trainings and Legal Service Agencies
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- Facebook: Rediscovering Latinidad
- Instagram: @RediscoveringLatinidad
- Bluesky: @RediscLatinidad
- X: @RediscLatinidad
- Reddit: r/RediscoveringLatindad
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research going:
http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com
https://geneticfunhouse.blogspot.com
Know Your Rights Trainings and Legal Service Agencies
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On today's episode we discuss the latino voting statistics from 2024, and how this affects latinidad identity moving forward.
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research going:
http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com
https://geneticfunhouse.blogspot.com
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- Facebook: Rediscovering Latinidad
- Instagram: @RediscoveringLatinidad
- Bluesky: @RediscLatinidad
- X: @RediscLatinidad
- Reddit: r/RediscoveringLatindad
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research going:
http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com
https://geneticfunhouse.blogspot.com
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On today's episode we are joined by Melanie McComb, known as The Shamrock Genealogist, who is a Senior Genealogist at American Ancestors. We will discuss Black Irish, Celtic genealogy, Jewish genealogy, and was Christopher Columbus Jewish? Join us just in time for tonight's Purim celebration and St. Patrick's Day coming up in two days!
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If you would like to connect with Melanie, please visit the following:
- The Shamrock Genealogist...
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March 7, 2025 • 104 mins
On today's episode we discuss the history of citizenship in the United States, our own citizenship histories and an overview of the process for each Latin American country's citizenship requirements. We were thrilled to discuss the Sephardic Jewish ancestry citizenship process for Spain and Portrugal with panelist Sarah Leiter, a PhD candidate at the University of New Mexico. We are lucky to also be joined again by Debbie Gutler, A...
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February 27, 2025 • 76 mins
On today's episode we discuss the history of deportation and immigration in the United States. We will discuss recent events with administration changes as well as our families' stories and our own struggles. We ere lucky to be joined by Debbie Gutler, a FamilySearch researcher who has extensive experience in Latin American geneaology. We discuss today's topic in recognition of the Immigration Act of March 3, 1891, which created t...
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February 20, 2025 • 41 mins
On today's episode, we launch a new series regular discussion; Latinos and their travels.
Join us as we hear from Jellissa about her family trip to Abu Dhabi! And check out her amazing pictures on our social media pages!!
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research g...
Join us as we hear from Jellissa about her family trip to Abu Dhabi! And check out her amazing pictures on our social media pages!!
- Facebook: Rediscovering Latinidad
- Instagram: @RediscoveringLatinidad
- Bluesky: @RediscLatinidad
- X: @RediscLatinidad
- Reddit: r/RediscoveringLatindad
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research g...
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February 13, 2025 • 25 mins
On today's episode, our season 6 book club discussion, we will discuss Solis by Paola Mendoza and Abby Sher. This dystopian novel centers around undocumented immigrants subjected to deadly experiments in a government labor camp and the four courageous rebels who set into place a daring plan to liberate them. Join us!
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research going:
http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com
https://geneti...
Please visit Edward's blogs! Let's keep this family research going:
http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com
https://geneti...
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February 6, 2025 • 54 mins
Welcome back listeners!! We are excited to start this season, we have so much to talk about. And to give you a hint of the powerhouse season this will be, we begin with a discussion on the fall of 23andme!
Please join us and our panelists Teresa Vega and Ellen Fernandez-Sacco as we breakdown the history of 23andme, what has happened with the business decline, data breaches, and how users should handle their data and account going fo...
Please join us and our panelists Teresa Vega and Ellen Fernandez-Sacco as we breakdown the history of 23andme, what has happened with the business decline, data breaches, and how users should handle their data and account going fo...
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December 24, 2024 • 21 mins
Come share the coquito, pass the jamon y pernil and let's celebrate Nochebuena! Navidad is a special holiday for latinos and today we discuss our traditions, plans, and foods!
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Rediscovering Latinidad is an independent podcast. This show is hosted by Briar Rose, Fausto, Edward, y Jellissa and is engineered by Matthew Sambolin. Cover ...
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Rediscovering Latinidad is an independent podcast. This show is hosted by Briar Rose, Fausto, Edward, y Jellissa and is engineered by Matthew Sambolin. Cover ...
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December 19, 2024 • 45 mins
It's the penultimate episode of our season! Today we discuss scrubbing genealogy lines and history, our experiences, and genealogy frustrations. Join us for a fun discussion!
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Rediscovering Latinidad is an independent podcast. This show is hosted by Briar Rose, Fausto, Edward, y Jellissa and is engineered by Matthew Sambolin. Cover a...
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Rediscovering Latinidad is an independent podcast. This show is hosted by Briar Rose, Fausto, Edward, y Jellissa and is engineered by Matthew Sambolin. Cover a...
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December 12, 2024 • 31 mins
On today's episode we discuss Dia de La Virgen Guadalupe. We are joined by a special guest, Nellie from Milwaukee!
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Rediscovering Latinidad is an independent podcast. This show is hosted by Briar Rose, Fausto, Edward, y Jellissa and is engineered by Matthew Sambolin. Cover art designed by George Colon. If you would like to reach out,...
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Rediscovering Latinidad is an independent podcast. This show is hosted by Briar Rose, Fausto, Edward, y Jellissa and is engineered by Matthew Sambolin. Cover art designed by George Colon. If you would like to reach out,...
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December 5, 2024 • 55 mins
On today's episode we commemorate International Day of Persons with Disabilities (which was two days ago on December 3rd), by discussing disability in our family history and latinidad. We are joined by Meg Merten and Lillian Schene who have both worked with latinos with disabilities. Join us for a vulnerable, heartwarming, and informative discussion.
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafing...
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafing...
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November 29, 2024 • 68 mins
Happy Thanksgiving and shopping weekend! To commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Day on November 25th, today we discuss the Lorena Gallo (Bobbitt) true crime case. We're joined by journalist Jenn Piñeiro, comedian Christine Piñeiro, and Lillian Schene from our previous episode on Latino veterans!
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Christine is a member of the impr...
Please visit Edward's blog! Let's keep this family research going: http://ruedafingerhut.blogspot.com/
Christine is a member of the impr...
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