Talks with a Latina: Faith, Politics & Unlearning Propaganda as a First-Gen

Hola! In this part 2 with Zadria Knives, a Latina multifaceted artist, we have what some might feel is an uncomfy conversation - a glimpse into understanding the political influences that shape perceptions and beliefs within our communities - pero that's part of why I am here ... to introduce you to topics or conversations that maybe aren't happening in your day but may help you open your mind to other's experiences/perspectives/etc ... so listen with an open mind and enjoy! Comment what resonated from this episode and what question you would have asked Zadria! Article referenced in the episode:https://therevealer.org/el-pueblo-de-israel-latino-evangelicos-and-christian-zionism/-------------------------------Get to Know Zadria: Zadria Knives is a multifaceted artist based in the Rio Grande Valley. Through a political and philosophical lens, she covers her experience as a "radical" young femme in a bordertown on her own podcast and blog: Malcriada Thoughts. She is also COO of thearistmedia, an emerging ethical multimedia company. Zadria's Website & Work : ⁠www.malcriadathoughts.com⁠⁠www.theartistmedia.com⁠⁠https://www.girasolcounselingpllc.com⁠ (decolonized counseling services)------------------------------------------ ⁠⁠⁠If you’re craving more spaces like this, Soul Prim@s is an online community where we land, reflect, and stay connected between episodes. Check it out & join us here: ⁠https://www.soulprimas.com/soulprimas-lp⁠Places where I share more :IG - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulprimas/⁠TikTok -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@soulprimas⁠------------------------------------------ ⁠⁠⁠Chapters02:42 Exploring Christian Zionism and Personal Narratives06:39 The Role of Religion in Latin American Communities11:43 Personal Experiences with Faith and Identity30:25 Cultural Identity and Ancestral Connections35:46 Religious Practices and Latino Identity38:59 Understanding Lobbyists and Their Influence50:16 Reconnecting with Indigenous Roots------------------------------------------#activism #religion #community support #identity #Palestine #indigenous roots #Latino culture