'Chancla' invites Latinx readers to embrace nonviolent parenting

In many Latinx households, "la chancla" or "the flip flop" is an iconic cultural symbol of parental punishment. For many adults who grew up with that style of discipline, it's something to laugh about.In a new book, "Chancla: Healing Our Families, Ourselves, and Our Culture through Nonviolent Parenting," author Leslie Priscilla asks if we should take chancla culture more seriously and offers a personal and historical look at parenting behaviors.Priscilla will also be a featured author at the 2026 KPBS Book Festival.Then, have you ever heard of the phrase, "yes, and?" It is a core tenet of improvisation, also known as improv. KPBS' Beth Accomando previews a new convention in town that is entirely devoted to improv.Plus, thinking about what to do this weekend? Hear about all the arts and culture events on our radar, from a celebration of Filipino culture to a free punk music festival.Guests: Leslie Priscilla, founder of Latinx Parenting; author of Chancla: Healing Our Families, Ourselves, and Our Culture Through Nonviolent ParentingChris Colthurst, founder and executive producer, ImprovConJackie Bookstein, improviserBrandon Hensgens, improviserJulianna Domingo, producer, KPBS