EPISODE · Apr 13, 2025 · 28 MIN
Culture Is Freedom: Remembering Garifuna Legend Aurelio Martínez
from Latino USA · host My Cultura, Futuro and iHeartPodcasts
On March 17, Honduran recording artist Aurelio Martínez died in a tragic plane crash. Aurelio was the voice of the Garifuna people and a fierce defender of their music in culture. Almost two decades ago producer Marlon Bishop became friends with Aurelio, living and traveling with him for several months. He shares the story of their time together.Latino USA is the longest-running news and culture radio program in the U.S., centering Latino stories and hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa. Follow the show to get every episode. Follow us on TikTok and YouTube. Subscribe to our newsletter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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On March 17, Honduran recording artist Aurelio Martínez and a fierce defender of Garifuna culture died in a tragic plane crash. Latino USA pays tribute to his life and legacy.
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Culture Is Freedom: Remembering Garifuna Legend Aurelio Martínez
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