We talk with musician Lalo about his recent trip to Colombia. We talk about his journey through Cartagena, Barranquilla, and Cali. Lalo tells of the Festival Petronio Álvarez, and the amazing after parties that lasts until sunrise. 

Roundtable Roundup - Music in Colombia with Lalo

KUCR DJ Roberto Tijerina, along with Dean Milagros Peña, Concha Rivera, and Dr. Carlos Cortés, sit down and discuss the legacy of UCR Chancellor Tomás Rivera. The 28th Annual Tomás Rivera Tribute and 3rd Annual Cinema Culturas Film Festival will happen October 27-30, 2016. For more information, visit:
http://tomasriveraconference.ucr.edu

Photo L-R: Dr. Carlos Cortés, Roberto Tijerina, Dean Milagros Peña, Concha Rivera, and Louis Vandenberg in the KUCR studios.

Tomás Rivera Tribute - Roberto Tijerina, Dean Milagros Peña, Concha Rivera, and Dr. Carlos Cortés

Hannah from The Gloaming has a conversation with UCR alumnus and MD/MPH (Master of Public Health) student Vanessa Ferrel, currently at UC San Diego and Columbia. They discuss Ferrel's academic experience, public health, and US healthcare.

Interview with Vanessa Ferrel on Public Health, Med School and Health Equity

Rapper and songwriter Critical talks about his album "Life In Critical Times," the OC/Anaheim hip hop scene, college radio, and choosing hip hop over a career in journalism.

DJ No Appeal of the No Show.

Interview with rapper Critical

On this week's episode, Eye on the Barrio joins us to discuss his experience as a community journalist. He works for a San Bernardino-based publication and recently covered the tragedy at North Park Elementary. We also discuss issues surrounding journalism, and the value of independent media.

Roundtable Roundup features journalist Eye on the Barrio

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