HCP #004 - Javier García del Moral: Creating Wild Detectives, Sketches of Spain and Bringing the Hay Festival to Oak Cliff

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In this episode, we sit down with Javier García del Moral, founder of Wild Detectives and Sketches of Spain. Javier shares his journey from Spain to Oak Cliff, discussing the creation of his beloved bookstore-bar, his role in bringing the world-renowned Hay Festival to the neighborhood, and the cultural bridge he's built between his roots in Spain and his home in Dallas. We explore how his ventures have become cultural hubs, fostering community and sparking meaningful conversations. Tune in to hear how Javier continues to shape Oak Cliff’s vibrant cultural landscape.Full shownotes available on ⁠Patreon ⁠(Free to access)Subscribe and leave a review on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, and ⁠YouTube⁠Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Twitter,⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠Have a guest or topic suggestion? Visit us at ⁠www.hiddencitypodcast.com⁠

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