The Front Arte Cultura

In this episode we welcome Natalia Soto for our intern segment, who introduces us to SOTAS, an independent art collective based in Tijuana MX. We also get to meet Witchface, San Diego punk group, who we recently recorded for our video concert series you can now view at our Youtube page. For our music segment, we welcome Ryan Ebaugh, who tells us about his performance art, and the concept of noise. Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters.

In this episode we welcome back Yinna Aldama as our guest, who introduces us to 19 year old Osmara, who has been awarded Senorita Nativa 2025. Osmara shares her experience in basket weaving, the inspirations her grandparents have bestowed upon her family, and pride. Pride is at it’s center, and with it, love for her community. For our music segment, we introduce Advance Base. Owen Ashworth, tells us about his songwriting, and his label Orindal Records. We also talk about his spring tour which also had a stop at our very own El Salon Theatre. Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters, we hope you’ve enjoyed listening to these episodes just as much as we’ve enjoyed making them.

Our first episode of the year! Featuring interviews and segments with Alexa Macias, and PANCÆS. For our music segment, we include these songs written by PANCÆS: One 4 Chicho Pancaes Batter Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters, we hope you've enjoyed listening to these episodes just as much as we've enjoyed making them.

Our last episode of 2025! Featuring interviews and segments with Yinna Aldama, Gary Wilson, and PANCA! Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters, we hope you've enjoyed listening to these episodes just as much as we've enjoyed making them. We'll see you in 2026!

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura's Podcast, we sit down with Nanzi Muro - an artist, activist, and community member about her photography and work with community gardens and Friends of Friendship Park. In our music segment, we talk with Ceci Bastida - a music artist, famous singer-songwriter and former lead singer of the group Tijuana No! We talked new music and life during tricky political times. In the collaborative segment "Be a Loud Poem", Marlon talks to Diego Espíritu - an active poet and part of the collective Arte+Ciencia of UNAM and currently pursuing a PhD in Spanish Language and Literature at the University of Buffalo in New York Follow our guests: Nanzi Muro https://www.instagram.com/clements_photography_photos/ Ceci Bastida https://www.instagram.com/cecibastida/ Diego Espíritu https://www.instagram.com/diego___espiritu/

In this episode, we feature interviews with Tijuana artist Aida Urbina, a new segment of Be A Loud Poem by collaborator Marlon PV, "Poemas de internet con glitter" with Molly BubbleLove from CDMX, and music by an alternative pop group from Tijuana, MX - Ferzy, led by Ferzy, Imanol, Abdón, Erick, & Jesús.

In this episode, we talk to Myune about her return, and her upcoming album "Homenaje". We also interview Luvia Lazo following her presentation at The Front on August 21st. Luvia is a photographer from Oaxaca and participant artist in our current exhibition Infinite Rivers And, finally, a new segment from our guest collaborator Marlon PV - Be a Loud Poem. Marlon interviews Angel Manuel Nuno from Tijuana, who shares poems from his book "Cartolandia". A new month at The FRONT means new programming! Every Tuesdays, join Katie Ruiz for an acrylic painting workshop starting at 5:30pm - Free to join and all materials included! Every Wednesdays, join Mely Barragan in a collage workshop On September 4th, we host Ambulante 2025 in their screening of Yintah - a documentary about the resilience of indigenous people against the Canadian government September 13th isn't only the last day to view our current exhibition Infinite Rivers, its also Sidro Saturdays! Join us from 12p-5p in the heart of San Ysidro

In this episode, we listen to Yinna Aldama share Kumeeyay traditions, catch up with our plans for the month, then meet Nishi La Tremenda y Sus Aliados, as our music guest. Thanks for listening! En este episodio, escuchamos a Yinna Aldama compartir las tradiciones del kumeeyay. Luego nos ponemos al día con nuestros planes para el mes en The FRONT, y finalizamos conociendo a Nishi La Tremenda y Sus Aliados, como nuestro invitado musical. ¡Gracias por escuchar!

In this episode, we interview local, French-Mexican band, Petite Amie, after their show in Tijuana a few months back. Stay tuned for all the happenings we have at The FRONT and El Salón for the month of June! Nos vemos! En este episodio, entrevistamos a la banda Francesa-Mexicana, Petite Amie, después de su show en Tijuana hace unos meses. Escucha para enterarte de todo lo que viene en The FRONT y El Salón este mes de Junio! Nos vemos!

In this episode, we meet Paola Capó-García, the Poet Laureate of San Diego. In our music segment, we introduce Vertigo, a psychedelic rock group from Tijuana, Mexico. From the The FRONT Arte y Cultura team, we'd like to thank our listeners, friends, and our frequent visitors for your continued support.

In this episode, we listen to Yinna Aldama, & Atzumi Ruelas, chat about women empowerment present in Kumeyaay culture. As our music segment, we listen to a fragment of poetry by Cuban poet Reina Maria Rodriguez, read by Phillip Laprune, accompanied by live music by Wilfrido Terrazas, Boris Acosta and the voice of Mariana Flores Bucio. Afterward, we hear Jaime Loeza introduce us to Jesus Martinez, an immigrant content creator who learned his craft in a cross-border lifestyle. From the The FRONT Arte y Cultura team, we'd like to thank our listeners, friends, and our frequent visitors for your continued support.

In this episode, we meet Kumeyaay flutist Little Wolf after recording our video concert at the gallery. Afterward, we hear from cross-border musician Andrés Corella, who introduces us to his musical projects: Control Caída, Policias y Ladrones, and Parque de Cometas. From the The FRONT Arte y Cultura team, we'd like to thank our listeners, friends, and our frequent visitors for your continued support.

In this episode, we meet Ana Basilio, a feminist poet introduced by our collaborator Marlon PV. And finally, Hector sits down and introduces Tijuana group, Tapabocas From the The FRONT Arte y Cultura team, we'd like to thank our listeners, friends, and our frequent visitors for your continued support.

An extension of Fronterizo Pop “en tu idioma”; Una bola de canciones raras from a range of electronic, indie pop, new wave, & experimental. 00:00 - 1,2,3,4 by Titan 04:03 - No Controles by Ole Ole 07:57 - You Really Got Me by Oingo Boingo 12:24 - Solo Soy una Persona by Mecanografiadme 14:04 - Sol en Venus by Estacion Victoria 17:34 - En el Eden by El Muertho TJ 20:55 - Iguana Wuana by Cita 23:57 - Danza Odulante by Delirios Kronicos

In this episode, we take a look at Grietas del Idioma - a poetry and music event held at the Front in October. Elizabeth also sits down and chats with Nana de Tijuana And finally, a look into Kumeyaay music and traditions with Yinna Aldama From the The FRONT Arte y Cultura team, we'd like to thank our listeners, friends, and our frequent visitors for your continued support. We can't wait to bring you more art, music, and stories from the San Diego-Tijuana region in 2025. See you next year!

Enjoy another Music Mix episode by The FRONT's very own - Hector Castro. Listen to a continuation of Hector's Fronterizo POP, your favorite transborder music playlist Enjoy! To follow along, find the tracklist below: 00:32 Adoro - Bronco 8:39 Tus Ojos - Belanova 11:32 Llama Por Favor - Alejandra Guzman 15:44 En la Ciudad de la Furia - Soda Stereo MTV Unplugged 24:18 Dia de Enero - Shakira 27:02 Para Tu Amor - Juanes 31:00 Trópico de Cáncer - Café Tacvba

This episode is full of segments from our friends and staff at The FRONT Arte y CulturaIn her segment, "Be A Loud Poem", Marlon PV talks to artist, poet, and editor, Martín Rangel Noguez from Pachuca, Mexico Our director Francisco speaks with Valgur - the sibling musical duo from Oaxaca, Mexico - before their performance at The FRONT gallery Hector sits down with our friends and founders of SunMoon Studios We listen to a short snippet of a Pro-Palestine discussion held at the FRONT in October with Henry Muñoz and Celula Revolución --------------------Este episodio está lleno de segmentos de nuestros amigos y personal de The FRONT Arte y CulturaEn su segmento, "Be A Loud Poem", Marlon PV habla con el artista, poeta y editor Martín Rangel Noguez de Pachuca, MéxicoNuestro director Francisco habla con Valgur, el dúo musical de hermanos de Oaxaca, México, antes de su actuación en la galería The FRONTHéctor se sienta con nuestros amigos y fundadores de SunMoon StudiosEscuchamos un breve fragmento de una discusión a favor de Palestina que se llevó a cabo en FRONT en octubre con Henry Muñoz y Celula RevoluciónFollow us, our guests, and collaborators! The Front @thefrontartecultura & Casa Familiar @casa.familiar Marlon PV @marlon.punchdrunkValgur @soyvalgur SunMoon Studios @sunmoonstudios.sdCelula Revolución @mundial_

Enjoy another Music Mix episode by The FRONT's very own - Hector Castro. Listen to a continuation of Hector's Fronterizo POP - this time with a mix to pogo jump down los callejones de Tijuana y San Ysidro - or wherever you are! To follow along, find the tracklist below ---------------------------------------------- Disfruta de otro episodio de Music Mix del mismísimo Hector Castro de The FRONT. Escucha la continuación de Fronterizo POP de Hector, esta vez con una mezcla para bailar por los callejones de Tijuana y San Ysidro - o de donde sea que estés! Para seguir, encuentra la lista de canciones: 00:49 - Cafe Tacuba - El fin de la infancia 03:06 - Fobia - El cumpleaños 05:19 - Mecano - Maquillaje 07:35 - Mexican Institute Of Sound - Hip Hop No Pares 10:38 - Julieta Venegas - A Tu Lado 13:50 - Charly Garcia - Rap Del Exilio 16:04 - 31 Minutos - Lala 17:32 - Paquita la del Barrio - Cheque en Blanco 19:42 - Perez Prado - El Ruletero 22:22 - Jeanette - Porque Te Vas 25:37 - Paul McCartney - Frozen Jap 29:11 - Toro y Moi - The Medium 32:06 - Beam - Cavernicolama 34:11 - Chico Che - Quien Pompo 36:33 - Miguel Mateos - Atado A Un Sentimiento

This episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura podcast features segments by staff and friends of the gallery. Elizabeth Baca talks to natalia ventura and Yvette Roman about Cuéntame, a project with local San Ysidro elders as part of the Far South Border North grant. They share their curatorial process, their pieces, and their experience with collaborating with the elders. In our music segment, Hector Castro sits with Marcos Perez about his music journey and the creation of Chakasonica Vinyl Collective. And, introducing a new collaborative segment with Marlon PV, an artist and poet from Tijuana, BC. In this episode, she speaks with Zel Cabrera - a renowned writer and journalist from Baja California. Music feature for this episode are mixes by Chakasonica Vinyl Collective. Follow our guests and collaborators! Marcos Perez @ruff_dis Chakasonica Vinyl Collective @chakasonicafronterizx Marlon PV @marlon.punchdrunk Zel Cabrera @zelcabrera Yinna Aldama @yinna_aldama natalia ventura @nataliaxventura & Yvette Roman @yvette_roman the Cuéntame project @_.cuentame._ For more happenings at the gallery, follow us on Facebook & Instagram @thefrontartecultura Thanks for listening! -------------------- Este episodio del podcast The FRONT Arte y Cultura incluye segmentos del personal y amigos de la galería. Elizabeth Baca habla con natalia ventura e Yvette Roman sobre Cuéntame, un proyecto con ancianos locales de San Ysidro. Comparten su proceso curatorial, sus piezas y su experiencia de colaboración con los ancianos. En nuestro segmento de música, Héctor Castro se sienta con Marcos Pérez sobre su viaje musical y la creación de Chakasonica Vinyl Collective. Y por último, presentamos un nuevo segmento colaborativo con Marlon PV, un artista y poeta de Tijuana, BC. En este episodio, habla con Zel Cabrera, una reconocida escritora y periodista de Baja California. La música de este episodio incluye mezclas de Chakasonica Vinyl Collective. ¡Sigue a nuestros invitados y colaboradores! Marcos Perez @ruff_dis Chakasonica Vinyl Collective @chakasonicafronterizx Marlon PV @marlon.punchdrunk Zel Cabrera @zelcabrera Yinna Aldama @yinna_aldama natalia ventura @nataliaxventura & Yvette Roman @yvette_roman the Cuéntame project @_.cuentame._ Para más novedades de la galería, síguenos en Facebook e Instagram @thefrontartecultura ¡Gracias por escucharnos!

For our second Music Mix episode, our own Hector Castro (FKA Victor) presents another uninterrupted hour of another rendition of "Fronterizo Pop: 90's Mix y otras delicias In his own words: "My DJ mix is another rendition of Fronterizo Pop where I mix spanish speaking songs with others that define a genre of a particular pop era. In this instance, I dive into my 90s mix. Though I was born in the 2000s, I feel that my first formative years were surrounded by the remnants of such an impactful decade. Even in my 20s, I feel I have embraced that wave and what better way than capturing it through the records I've collected this past decade. Here I present my Fronterizo POP 90s mix, or atleast what I interpret as such." To follow along, find the tracklist below ------------------------------------------------------ Para nuestro segundo episodio de Music Mix, nuestro propio Héctor Castro (FKA Victor) presenta otra hora ininterrumpida de otra interpretación de "Fronterizo Pop: 90's Mix y otras delicias En sus propias palabras: "Mi DJ mix es otra interpretación de Fronterizo Pop donde mezclo canciones en español con otras que definen un género de una era pop en particular. En este caso, me sumerjo en mi mezcla de los 90. Aunque nací en los años 2000, siento que mis primeros años de formación estuvieron rodeados de los restos de una década tan impactante. Incluso a mis 20 años, siento que he abrazado esa ola y qué mejor manera que capturarla a través de los discos que he recopilado durante la última década. Aquí presento mi Fronterizo POP 90s mix, o al menos lo que interpreto como tal". 1:23 - Deelite - LFO 4:14 - Mexican Institute of Sound - A Girl Like You 7:50 - Depeche Mode - World In My Eyes Remix 13:41 - Cafe Tacuba - El metro 16:17 - La Borrasca - Agujeros en el cielo 19:45 - Julieta Venegas - Libertad 23:16 - The Sundays - A Certain Someone 27:32 - Bjork - Come To Me 32:02 - Plastilina Mosh - I’ve Got The Milton Pacheco Kinda Feeling 35:47 - Manu Chao - La despedida 38:30 - La Maldita Vecindad - Mare 41:56 - Chabelo - Popotitos 44:51 - Chico Che y La Crisis - Cuidado con el gas 46:40 - Leo Dan - Te He Prometido 49:11 - Mexican Institution of Sound - El Microfono 52:31 - Cafe Tacuba - Chilanga banda 56:22 - La Maldita Vecindad - Otra + Querida

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura Podcast: A look into the soft opening of The FRONT Books - our new literature project. Featuring poetry by Marlon PV @marlon.punchdrunk, Shannon English @thedelicatesquash, and Monica Hernandez We also listen to Thomas Perez speak about his impact project "Redesigning border beacons" as part of the World Design Capital 2024 in San Diego and Tijuana. The Front's director Francisco Eme sits down with Marianela de la Hoz, a contemporary artist and painter working primarily with egg tempura paint. She tells us about her journey as an artist and what inspires her work. Yinna Aldama tells about the tribulations of being indigenous, and the roles that indigeneity has on identity. And, as always, our music segment featuring local talent - Edición Secreta from Chula Vista @edicion_secreta. Our host Hector sits down with local DJ, Cesar Castro, who talks about life, music making, and community.

In this episode, our very own Hector Castro shares an hour of music selections inspired by the unique culture of San Diego and Tijuana's border region. To follow along, find the track list here: :18 - "Canción 187" Juan Gabriel 2:57 - "Welcome to Tijuana" Manu Chao 5:07 - "Claros Son Tus Ojos" Los Moonlights 7:27 - "El Cariño que Perdí" Los Freddy's 10:39 - "Donna" Ritchie Valens 12:58 - "Buenos Dias, Amor" Jóse Jóse 16:31 - "Barco a Venus" Mecano 19:32 - "Bye Bye" Vilma Palma E Vampiros 24:36 - "Gitana" Los Fabulosos Cadillacs 27:40 - "Latino America" Los Prisioneros 31:10 - "Polaris" NORTEC 33:34 - "Chilanga Banda" Cafe Tacvba 36:47 - "Bananos Bar" Plastilina Mosh 41:07 - "Afrodinamita" Mexican Jumping Frijoles 43:45 - "Tuve Tu Amor" Charly Garcia 46:47 - "Te Encontre" Julieta Venegas 50:07 - "No Te Puedo Besar" Hombres G 53:45 - "La Potranquita" Bronco 56:20 - "El Chicano" Los Tigres Del Norte

This episode features interviews and segments by Francisco Eme, Hector Castro, Yinna Aldama, and introducing Elizabeth Baca. We sit down with: Doris Bittar, a visual artist and community activist in San Diego, Eisebelle, a DJ from Tijuana, Paulina Mendez Garcilazo, visual artist and arts worker in Baja California, and a segment by Yinna Aldama: how do you live an indigenous language in danger of disappearing? Thank you to the Mellon Foundation and the San Diego Commission for Arts & Culture for sponsoring this podcast. ------------------ Este episodio presenta entrevistas y segmentos de Francisco Eme, Héctor Castro, Yinna Aldama y la presentación de Elizabeth Baca. Nos sentamos con: Doris Bittar, artista visual y activista comunitaria en San Diego, Eisebelle, DJ de Tijuana, Paulina Méndez Garcilazo, artista visual y trabajadora de las artes en Baja California, y un segmento de Yinna Aldama: ¿cómo se vive una lengua indígena en peligro de desaparecer? Gracias a la Fundación Mellon y a la Comisión de Arte y Cultura de San Diego por patrocinar este podcast.

In this packed episode, we hear segments from the team here at The Front Arte y Cultura Gallery: Hector Castro spoke with Enrique Von Borstel, president of Bulldog Productions and Director of Black Box Tijuana, who takes us on a tour of local music and production from the cross-border area. Vania Mercado shares with us about her experience with the DACA program in the United States, an initiative created in 2012 that provides protection against deportations to people even if they are minors. Additionally, this year Casa Familiar celebrated its 50th anniversary of working with the community. Francisco Eme recounts what happened at "Casa Fest 2023"; a fusion of art, food and music from Nortec artists: Bostich + Fussible, Ronda Machetera, La Diabla, Liquid Blue, Mara Sulu with Revival and Mariachi Internacional San Diego. And finally, Yinna Aldama, a Kumiai indigenous person, talks to us about stolen territories and privatized land, as part of the indigenous community of Baja California segment. We thank the City of San Diego Arts and Culture Commission, Mellon Foundation and Casa Familiar for their support in carrying out this program. Thanks for listening! ---------------------------------------------- En este episodio, escuchamos segmentos por parte del equipo de la galería The Front Arte y Cultura. Hector Castro habló con Enrique Von Borstel, presidente de Bulldog Productions y Director de Black Box Tijuana, quien nos lleva a un recorrido por la música y producción local de la zona transfronteriza. Vania Mercado nos comparte acerca de su experiencia con el programa DACA en Estados Unidos, una iniciativa creada en 2012 que brinda protección contra deportaciones a personas aún siendo menores de edad. Además, este año Casa Familiar celebró su 50 aniversario de trabajar con la comunidad. Francisco Eme nos trae el recuento de lo que se vivió en "Casa Fest 2023"; una fusión de arte, comida y música de los artistas Nortec: Bostich + Fussible, Ronda Machetera, La Diabla, Liquid Blue, Mara Sulu with Revival y Mariachi Internacional San Diego. Y por último, Yinna Aldama, indígena kumiai, nos platica sobre territorios robados y la tierra privatizada, como parte del segmento de las comunidades indígenas de Baja California. Agradecemos a la Comisión de Arte y Cultura de la Ciudad de San Diego, Mellon Foundation y a Casa Familiar, por su apoyo con la realización de este programa. ¡Gracias por escuchar!

In this packed episode, we hear segments from the team here at The Front Arte y Cultura Gallery: Breny Aceituno talks to the people behind Libreria 'Alexandria' @alexandrialibreriacolectiva - a bookstore and reading café in León, Guanajuato. Hector Castro talks to Ophelia @conejiz a.k.a. Wabbit from 'Wabbit Presents' @wabbitpresents about organizing music shows and events in San Diego, diving into the positive impact it has on the community and local music scene. Yinna Aldama speaks about her home of La Huerta and the tale of its origin. Francisco Eme speaks to multimedia artist Mariel Miranda @mariiel.mira, diving into her artistic practice and her solo show at The Front Gallery Music feature for this episode is local San Diego band, Pleasure Pill - listen to them after this episode! @pleasurepillusa Thanks for listening! ---------------------------------------------- En este episodio lleno, escuchamos segmentos de todo el equipo de aqui la galeria The Front Arte y Cultura. Breny Aceituno platica con la gente detras de la Libreria Alexandria @alexandrialibreriacolectiva - una libreria, caféteria y sala de lectura en León, Guanajuato. Hector Castro habla con Ophelia @conejiz a.k.a. Wabbit de Wabbit Presents @wabbitpresents sobre organizando eventos de musica en San Diego, sumergiéndose en el impacto positivo que tiene sobre la comunidad y escena de musica local. Yinna Aldama habla sobre su hogar y comunidad La Huerta, y el cuento de su origen. Francisco Eme platica con Mariel Miranda @mariiel.mira, sumergiéndose en su practica artística y su exhibición solo en nuestra galería. Nuestra presentación musical es una banda local llamada Pleasure Pill, ¡escúchalos después de este episodio! Gracias por escuchar!

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura, we listen to our collaborator Yinna Aldama share her perspective and experience with ancestry and its importance within her community. We also talk to Xayn Naz from The Brown Building @thebrownbuildingarts, a trans-led community center for Black + Brown artists and folk in San Diego. He shares his experience in creating a safe space, and the importance of spaces like this existing in communities. Our music feature for this episode is Jackie Mendoza, @jackiemendozaaa, a queer artist from Chula Vista/Tijuana. Follow her on instagram and check out their music. Thank you to Xayn Naz, Jackie Mendoza, Yinna Aldama, and our listeners. -------------------------- En este episodio de The FRONT Arte y Cultura, nuestra colaboradora Yinna Aldama nos comparte su perspectiva y experiencia con su ancestria, y su importancia dentro de su comunidad. Tambien hablamos con Xayn Naz, director de The Brown Building, @thebrownbuildingarts, un centro comunitario dirigido por personas trans para artistas y comunidad de color en San Diego. Comparte su experiencia en la creación de un espacio seguro y la importancia de espacios como este que existen en las comunidades. Nuestro segmento de musica incluye a Jackie Mendoza, @jackiemendozaaa, artista queer de Chula Vista/Tijuana. Encuentra su musica en instagram y redes musicales. Gracias a Xayn Naz, Jackie Mendoza, Yinna Aldama, y nuestres oyentes.

In this episode of The FRONT Arte y Cultura, we talk to Venezuelan director and composer Andrés González following the San Diego symphony's intimate performance at the The FRONT gallery. Our music segment shines the light on San Diego's thriving underground rave scene with an interview with Awkey Sanchez, co-founder of No Expectations And finally. Yinne Aldama's segment featuring a short story by her aunt, "La Historia de los Tres Arboles Sagrados En este episodio de The FRONT Arte y Cultura, hablamos con el director y compositor venezolano Andrés González luego de la presentación intima de la Sinfónica de San Diego en la galería The FRONT. Nuestro segmento de música arroja luz sobre la próspera escena rave clandestina de San Diego con una entrevista con Awkey Sanchez, cofundadora de No Expectations. Y finalmente, el segmento de Yinna Aldama con un cuento de su tía, "La Historia de los Tres Arboles Sagrados

In this episode, we interview prominent figures in the San Diego music scene; creator, producer and videographer Xavier Vasquez, and singer, songwriter Kass Rose Gold. Our music feature this episode is Kass Rose Gold. Listen to her music on all audio platforms, and follow her journey on Instagram @kassrosegold Follow our guest Xavier Vasquez and all his projects on Instagram, @x_a_v_a_z Thanks for listening! ------------------------------ En este episodio, entrevistamos a figuras descatadas de la escena musical de San Diego. Xavier Vasquez, quien es productor, creador, y videógrafo. Tambien a cantante y compositora Kass Rose Gold. Nuestra característica musical de este episodio es Kass Rose Gold. Encuentra su musica en todas las plataformas, y sigue su viaje musical en Instagram bajo @kassrosegold. Sigue nuestro invitado Xavier Vasquez y todos sus proyectos, @x_a_v_a_z ¡Gracias por escuchar!

In this episode, we will take a look into Tijuana's diverse music scene with guest Josemar Gonzalez. Learn about Friendship Park and its importance to our community with Breny Aceituno. And, finally, listen to our collaborator Yinna Aldama talk about what liberty truly means in her segment "La Libertad de Mi Pueblo". Music feature in this episode is local Tijuana band, Parque de Cometas. Thank you to Josemar Gonzalez, Friends of Friendship Park, and our listeners. _________________ En este episodio, echaremos un vistazo a la diversa escena musical de Tijuana con el invitado Josemar González. Aprenderemos sobre el Parque de la Amistad y su importancia para nuestra comunidad con Breny Aceituno. Y finalmente, escucharemos a nuestra colaboradora Yinna Aldama hablar sobre lo que realmente significa la libertad en su segmento "La Libertad de Mi Pueblo". La función musical en este episodio es la banda local de Tijuana, Parque de Cometas. Gracias a Josemar González, Amigos del Parque de la Amistad, ya nuestros oyentes.

In this our first episode of 2023, we talk to Pablo Dodero after his concert performance in the gallery as part of The Front's video concert series. We also take a look into the Bésame Mucho Concert Festival during our music segment. And in continuation with our new segment, Yinna Aldama speaks to friends about their experience being indigenous youth within both their communities and the city.Our music feature this episode is from Rabbitlight's new album, 'Volátil'.Thank you to Pablo Dodero, Joel and Jaziel Cota Gonzalez, and our listeners.

This episode marks the beginning of a new season for The Front Arte y Cultura's podcast. We talk about our latest exhibition 'Our Ancestor's Dream' with curator Karla Garcia-Perez, visit participating artist Eva Salazar as she tells us about her creations featured in the exhibition.We also introduce a new segment with collaborator Yinna Dalila Aldima Muñoz, where she will take us through various topics and issues surrounding the Kumeyaay community in Baja California.Our music feature this episode is from a vinyl record out of Karla Garcia's collection, titled,'Grupos Etnicos de Baja California Norte: Volume 5', side B. The songs in featured order are:"Tiña Miya (El oscuro cielo)""Ampaya Ampaya (La carga) - Traditional - k’miai""Xakwilmet (El pajarito) - Traditional - k’miai""Xakwilawa (El cenzontle) - Traditional - k’miai"Thank you to Eva Salazar, Karla Garcia-Perez, Yinna Dalila Aldima Muñoz, and our supporters.

In this episode, we highlight art, people and music from the San Diego/Tijuana region. We talked to artist Armando De la Torre about his project with SD Park Social, musician Kathia Ruda from Ensenada about her ocean inspired music, and locals on the Imperial Beach Pier about their favorite pastimes. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, we speak with community music teacher Henry Aponte on the importance of education and its effect to improve our community. We listen to Las Zapatistas introduce themselves, whilst also hearing their upcoming live session. San Ysidro Skater Kids also tell us about their origins, and what their next chapter has in store. Our music feature for this episode is Las Lunas De Galio, a tijuana pop-rock group. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura meets with participating rookie artists from our upcoming exhibition, New Native Narratives, to describe their experience taking part in the program. We interviewed Leslye Villaseñor, Casiel Sanchez, Adrian Del Riego, Marlon PV, Evan Lopez, Rianne Elyse, Carlos Luna,  Natalia Ventura, & our gallery director Francisco Morales. Our music feature for this episode is The Fazes, local femme garage dark wave group from Vista, CA. They discuss their experiences, thoughts, and what steps they take from their instructors to improve their artwork. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC. Thank you to The Fazes, The New Native Narratives Program,  Alejandra Ruiz, Hector Castro, Francisco Morales, & All our supporters.

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura discusses May Day’s importance, the value of workers' rights, unionizing and its role within arts organizations, and how it affects our communities. We interviewed Brittney DeVeau, Union Chair of the New Children's Museum, Francisco Morales, gallery director of The FRONT, Karla Garcia, community activist, and Zian, community member. They discuss their experiences, thoughts, and what steps they take to advocate for better work environments. This episode was made possible by general support from NALAC.

In this episode, The FRONT Arte y Cultura team explores sustainability, and environmental justice, as a dedication to Earth Day. We interviewed Dan Whitman, coordinator for the Binational Friendship Park, and Alexis Aceituno, a former oil refinery worker. Additionally, we listen to an audio collage of audio submissions from the community, asking what they imagine as a green and clean future. MAKI, multi-instrumentalist of pop, jazz, and electronica is the music feature for this episode. With general support from NALAC.

Dedicated to International Women’s day, The Front Arte y Cultura's Podcast, created an open call for self-identifying women and non-binary people from our community to send in audios of themselves. In addition, we include special interviews with community members, about what womanhood means to them. Thank you to Monica Hernandez, Liz Ramirez, Andres Hernandez, Irma Bejarle, Rachael Bello, and Signe Ditona, for their words. Las Zapatistas for their music. Thank you to the National Association of Latino Arts, & The San Diego Commission For Arts & Culture.

In this episode, we interview Nortec: Bostich + Fussible right before their DJ Set Concert outside the gallery, as the extension to the fifteenth anniversary exhibition, “El Devenir / Becoming” celebration. Breny Aceituno & Hector Castro sit down with members, Ramon Amezcua, & Pepe Mogt, to talk about their influences in the trans-border region, what the times reflect with their work, and what there is to come from the group in the future. Thank you to the National Association of Latino Arts, & The San Diego Commission For Arts & Culture.

In this episode, our collaborator Breny Aceituno interviews participating artists' LaRissa Rogers, Jackie Mesquita, & Kate Clark, as well as one of the co-curators Alan Luna from the past exhibition 'And We Will Sing In The Tall Grass Again' to look back at the unique features of it's showcase, and the overall meaning of its' themes. Featuring '22nd Century' by Nina Simone

Pixca Farms is a small local independent farm within the Tijuana River Valley. Pixca's harvests consist of a large array of organic vegetables, seasonal flowers, and other produce. Through its' time in operation, it has served local residents with a variety of goods many others have been able to consume at farther farmer's markets North of the San Diego region. It's close location to the border aside its formidable plant diversity, has left a unique charm to it's name.In this episode, Breny Aceituno, with the Front Arte Cultura Team, met with Chris Juarez, the co-owner of Pixca farms to discuss their origins, produce, and their contribution in bringing in healthy organic foods to their local community.In addition, The Front Arte Cultura announces new upcoming events for the gallery space in Fall 2021, then a musical feature by local San Diego cumbia surf rock band, Moonsugar.

Sidro Saturdays is a new event happening in the border town of San Ysidro focused on creating a sense of belonging, identity and community. In this Episode Breny Aceituno talked to a lot of artists and community members who participated in this first edition of the event.

In this episode we talk about our outdoors exhibitions that were a response to the pandemic, with some interviews about urban art with artists from San Diego and Tijuana. An interview wth Yvonne Venegas, photographer from San Diego - Tijuana. Music from A Love Electric and more!

insurgencies album bookletDownload Full AlbumFeaturing: MAKI, Sarah Hankins, M A L U , Jelly Bebe, Nixie, Hidhawk, Lucy Liebre & Diana Benavidez Electronic music from the borderland.

In this episode we will listen to Sara Solaimani, curator od the Dia de la Mujer Exhibition at The Front and Angelica Omaña, one of the participant artists taking about the show. Andrew Sturm, Public Vitality Facilitator at Casa Familiar shares the process of the Living Rooms at the Border project.Everything in the middle of the Coronavirus Pandemic.

In this episode we will listen to Irma Sofia Poeter talk about her restrospevtive show at Cecut and the Front. Also, "Concerning of two" a binational exhibition and some exciting news! 

In this episode we will focus on the electronic art exhibition: META-AFFECTION, which took place from sept 7 to Nov 9 2019.Artists Chris Warren, Margaret Noble, Anni Garza Lau and Joe Cantrell share their connection to electronic art and also talk about the pieces they presented. 

In this episode we will talk about the 2019 summer exhibition at The Front called: "OVERSEAS", curated by Carmela Prudencio, which includes a solo project by Rizzhel Javier called "Almost Home" The Filipino American community in San Diego is the second largest Filipino comunity in the USA. This is the first time a show like this happens in San Diego. The opening reception was packed, people enjoyed sharing visions and stories about family, heritage and culture.

In this first episode, we are going to share a little bit about ourselves, and talk about the 2019 Annual Dia de la Mujer Exhibition. We had a conversation with Mely Barragán, Carmela Castrejon and Molly Gabbard, the curators and artists of this show. We will listen to original music by Shindings, a local project from South San Diego. As well as informing you on what’s to come at The Front.