Best Noguera Podcasts (2024)

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20. Re: Birth - How Jim Would Like to Die 1:14:51

5d ago1:14:51

1:14:51

In Re: Birth twenty-one poems trace the arc of two decades of life, from the youthful uncertainty of twenty to the midlife introspection of forty. This collection dives into the depths ofthe human condition, capturing moments of identity, struggle, despair, hope, growth, and decay. Each poem was originally written on the author's birthday and marks…

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019. Wearing Your Tribulation like a Rose - Goth Opera?! 1:03:04

1M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Can sadness be beautiful? Maybe we need it to be. Can beauty be sad? Perhaps it must be. Marcos and Jim discuss songs from Wear Your Tribulation like a Rose from Marcos de la Guagua. Jim & Marcos consider W.H. Auden’s advice about transmuting emotion through art from Auden’s “Hymn to Saint Cecilia,” set by Benjamin Britten. Jim recalls the solidari…

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018. Creative Weekly - Fiction, Poetry, Creative Non-Fiction 1:14:12

2M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

Creative Weekly provides weekly creative writing (fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction) as a low-cost Patreon membership. Jim shares three pieces from the growing collection, one of each genre. Marcos and he discuss mindfulness, natural selection, connectedness, anxiety, fear of death, revenge, violence, and more. TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Teaser (0:12) B…

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017. Loser Gumbo - Failure & Resilience 1:11:46

3M ago1:11:46

1:11:46

Loser Gumbo (EP) from Marcos de la Guagua is a collage of idea-dense, cathartic Hiphop/Blues/Gospel in a sonorous soundscape. The title comes from staged rooster fights where one wins and "… some may get mercy, but I’ve seen that some go / into a pot of Loser Gumbo.” We're all the loser at some point. So can we talk about loss and losing? What can …

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016. Headless - Non-Dualism & Many-Worlds 55:30

4M ago55:30

55:30

Headless is a short film largely inspired by the philosophies of non-dualism and determinism. Is there a self? Is there free will? Follow our protagonist as he awakens one day only to lose his head, triggering a crisis for understanding. Immerse yourself in his exploration of consciousness. Watch it ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ (YouTube) or ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ (TikTok). …

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015. Movement Music - Problem, Intervention, Change (PIC) 55:20

5M ago55:20

55:20

Problem, Intervention, Change (PIC) is the frame that Jim and Marcos discuss Marcos’ album Early Etudes (EÉ 10), vol 10: Movement Music. Jim shares his writing calendar strategies. They consider why change is difficult, so is art-work, yet the beat goes on. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 -Preview, Problem Intervention Change (PIC), art for praxis 0:25 - alAndar t…

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014. Everything Is Now - Dynamism & Determinism 1:17:15

6M ago1:17:15

1:17:15

Jim shares Everything Is Now, a 3-minute film, signaling Jim's first foray into filmmaking. Watch it ⁠here⁠ (YouTube) or ⁠here⁠ (TikTok). With this context, Marcos and he discuss dynamism and determinism and how they come to define the human condition. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro Song 0:24 - Episode Introduction 3:04 - Introduction to Everything Is Now…

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013. Good God Talk - Is God at Work? 1:33:51

7M ago1:33:51

1:33:51

Jim & Marcos discuss cosmic ideas and personal feelings from the recent Marcos de la Guagua album Early Études, vol 9: Good God Talk. Rev. Dean Nelson has described the Good GodTalk EP as: “…the idiom of today with the wisdom of the eternal.” Rev. Reginald Hansome, Jr. has called it: “Musically, aesthetically, theologically and culturally superb!” …

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012. Imitating Life - Race, Identity, & Being Weird 47:03

9M ago47:03

47:03

Childhood often asks more questions than it answers. Who am I? What am I? Some of us struggle to find clarity. In this episode, Jim reads from an autobiographical short story, “Imitating Life.” Marcos and he discuss the significance of race and identity growing up as an inner-city, "light-skinned" minority. The story was published in 2014 in SNRevi…

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011. Music, Drama, and Clownin' on Bandcamp 57:14

10M ago57:14

57:14

Discussing his albums Making a Scene and Clownin’, Marcos shares from the “sad face” and the “happy face” sides of his musical storytelling. Marcos explains why he is using Bandcamp to share his music. Jim considers the conflict between being and performing in everyday life. They talk about manhood. Tio Jim has some advice for the youngsters. TIMES…

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010. The Naked Down - Star Trek & Existential Crises 1:00:23

11M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Jim shares "The Naked Down," a teleplay based on the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "The Naked Now" (S1E3), which is based on a The Original Series episode with the same name. Marcos and Jim discuss Star Trek's TNG series, how it inspired them, crushes, and flaws with the series; other Star Trek series; scenes from the teleplay; finding mea…

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009. A Bronx-ology of How Hiphop Began 54:08

11M ago54:08

54:08

Marcos and Jim consider the “Bronx-ology” of how Hiphop began by discussing the rap verse from Marcos’ recent demo "Meet Me in the Bronx." They ask: How could public policy better nourish BX creatives today? Jim critiques commercial rap’s historic trajectory and affirms the artists’ responsibility to help shape culture. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Marcos: DJ…

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008. Love & Other Reasons Not 2 Live - Poems on Love & Loss 1:05:41

11M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Jim shares pieces from his recently released Love & Other Reasons Not 2 Live, a poetry chapbook based on real-life traumatic events. He and Marcos discuss the story behind the book; the poems themselves; and, broadly, meaning as a means to survive suffering. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Preview 0:32 - Intro song 1:00 - Episode introduction 4:51 - Introduction…

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007. Marcos on MMT - Yes We Can, for Real 58:56

11M ago58:56

58:56

It’s easy to think that the US Federal government is like a household, but where do dollars come from? Marcos shares his views on the importance and need for modern monetary theory (MMT) - for rappers and for everyone else. Jim helps to build a common understanding of the terms and ideas discussed. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Tax, Spending & Households 1:36 …

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006. ChatGPT Symposium - A Conversation on AI & Art 1:22:10

1+ y ago1:22:10

1:22:10

Jim shares a presentaion he gave for the recent ChatGPT Symposium, an event hosted at Bronx Community College. Marcos and he discuss disruptions in music and in writing caused by ChatGPT and generative AI broadly, among other topics. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Preview 0:15 - Intro song 0:50 - Episode intro 1:33 - Presentation intro 2:41 - What is ChatGPT? 3…

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005. Middle-Aged Millennials - We Have Been Change 59:41

1+ y ago59:41

59:41

In this episode of alAndar, Marcos shares the song "Middle-Aged Millennials" from his latest album, We Have Been Changed. Jim and he discuss the "ever-moving-ness" of being "middle-aged" and a "Millennial," among other topics. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Preview 0:53 - Intro song 1:13 - Episode introduction 4:31 - About the term "Middle-Aged" 7:25 - About th…

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004. Instrumental - Wordless Music 19:19

1+ y ago19:19

19:19

In this episode of alAndar, Marcos shares music from his Early Études, Vol. 2, Instrumental. Jim and he discuss the relationship between form and content in art and other topics.TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Introduction0:25 - Discussion7:37 - "A Question Yet Unanswered" & Discussion10:35 - "Caballero" & Discussion17:30 - Wrap up18:01 - Outro songMarcos and Jim…

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003. The Existentialist Gospel - Public & Personal Poetry 47:08

1+ y ago47:08

47:08

In this episode of alAndar, Jim shares some existential, heartfelt poetry for Twitter (@jimnog). Marcos and he discuss the meaning behind the words as they relate to the human condition, to living in search of meaning. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro song 0:24- Introduction 2:24 - "In the cave" 2:45 - Discussion: "In the cave" 13:23 - "U ask a question" 14…

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002. Homesick - Alienation & Transcendence 53:07

1+ y ago53:07

53:07

In this episode of alAndar, Marcos and Jim discuss Jim's first published short story, "Homesick." Listen to a science fiction short story about childish wonder for what else is out there. Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, welcome and appreciate your support whole-heartedly! Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcaster, leaving revie…

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001. Voice y Tambor - Is a Voice & a Drum Enough? 1:06:40

1+ y ago1:06:40

1:06:40

In this episode of alAndar, Marcos and Jim discuss and listen to songs from Marcos' latest release, "Voice y Tambor," which is part of a larger project titled Early Études. Marcos and Jim, as independent artists, welcome and appreciate your support whole-heartedly! Consider adding the podcast to your favorite podcaster, leaving reviews, and sharing…

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Reflections on Common Ground 26:06

2y ago26:06

26:06

AEI’s Rick Hess and USC’s Pedro Noguera reflect on the whole Common Ground exercise and consider what it takes to have constructive dialogue. Learn more about Rick and Pedro’s book, A Search for Common Ground: Conversations about the Toughest Questions in K-12 Education.By Rick Hess and Pedro Noguera

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Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan 23:04

2y ago23:04

23:04

AEI’s Rick Hess and USC’s Pedro Noguera discuss Biden's recent announcement on student loan forgiveness. They consider how the plan might affect tuition inflation, who actually benefits from loan forgiveness, and how greater financial literacy may help. Learn more about Rick and Pedro’s book, A Search for Common Ground: Conversations About the Toug…

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Rick and Pedro Go to the Movies 26:57

2+ y ago26:57

26:57

In the last episode before their summer hiatus, Rick Hess and USC’s Pedro Noguera discuss their favorite education themed movies and tv shows, including Stand and Deliver, Remember the Titans, and Lean on Me. They also explore how pop culture influences what we come to expect from teachers and students. Learn more about Rick and Pedro’s book, A Sea…

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Parent Rights and the Florida Bill 29:15

2+ y ago29:15

29:15

AEI’s Rick Hess and USC’s Pedro Noguera discuss the rights and responsibilities parents have when it comes to advocating for their children's education, and how they think about whether those rights infringe upon the role of the educator or the rights of other children. Learn more about Rick and Pedro’s book, A Search for Common Ground: Conversatio…

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Ukraine, Russia, and civics education 29:23

2+ y ago29:23

29:23

AEI’s Rick Hess and USC’s Pedro Noguera discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine and speak more broadly on how to think about the role of current events in civics education. Learn more about Rick and Pedro’s book, A Search for Common Ground: Conversations about the Toughest Questions in K-12 Education.…

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MLK, Jan. 6, and voting rights 26:10

2+ y ago26:10

26:10

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera discuss how schools should teach about Martin Luther King, Jr., the events of January 6, and voting rights. The two converse about how teachers can avoid teaching kids what to think, whether the way MLK is taught in schools distorts who he really was, and more. Learn more about Rick and Pedro’s book, A Search…

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School sports 27:56

3y ago27:56

27:56

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera tackle the topic of school sports in today's episode. Their conversation covers whether K-12 sports are helpful or harmful for kids, how to balance academics and athletics, whether college football coaches are paid too much compared to professors, what U.S. sports can learn from New Zealand rugby players, and…

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The role of parents in education 28:10

3y ago28:10

28:10

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera talk over the role of parents in education, focusing on the relationship between parents, schools, and school boards. They discuss why so many parents nowadays feel frustrated with their school leaders, as well as strategies for superintendents and school boards to help those parents feel like their needs are…

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School boards and superintendents 26:05

3y ago26:05

26:05

School boards are facing recalls at historic levels, even as large numbers of superintendents choose to leave their roles. What's going on? AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera (who used to serve on a school board) dig in. Their discussion includes how the polarization we see in other aspects of the country influences this, whether education is …

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A third COVID school year 26:01

3y ago26:01

26:01

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera discuss the challenges schools face as they return to yet another school year with COVID-19 still present. The two strive to transcend the red-blue divides that often appear on questions of mask and vaccine mandates, school closures, social distancing, and more. Learn more about Rick and Pedro's recent book, …

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Anti-racism in Schools 24:54

3+ y ago24:54

24:54

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera discuss anti-racism and Critical Race Theory in schools. As of the recording of this podcast, four state legislatures (Idaho, Iowa, Oklahoma, and Tennessee) had passed laws colloquially termed "Critical Race Theory bans," and over a dozen other state legislatures had introduced similar bills. Rick and Pedro w…

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Biden's First 100 Days and Education 23:10

3+ y ago23:10

23:10

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera discuss President Biden's first 100 days in office and how he's done on education. The two get into Biden's plans for education spending, retrospectively grade his performance in office so far (spoiler: Pedro gives him an A, Rick a solid gentleman's D), then dive into a conversation on the culture wars and tr…

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COVID and the Return to School 22:56

3+ y ago22:56

22:56

AEI's Rick Hess and USC's Pedro Noguera discuss COVID-19 and the return to school. They cover federal COVID aid and how schools should use it, the new CDC guidance on distancing and how schools are responding, how schools should approach the inequities exposed by the pandemic, how to deal with learning loss, and the role unions have been playing in…

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Bonus Episode: A Search for Common Ground Book Event 52:16

3+ y ago52:16

52:16

At a time of bitter national polarization, we need to push past empty posturing in favor of a healthy, constructive competition of ideas. Rick Hess and Pedro Noguera, who tend to fall on opposing sides of the ideological aisle, candidly explore their differences on some of the toughest issues in K–12 education in their new book, “A Search for Commo…

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Introducing the Common Ground Podcast 20:56

3+ y ago20:56

20:56

Rick Hess, director of AEI's education policy studies, and Pedro Noguera, dean of the USC Rossier School of Education, kick off their new podcast with a reflection on the value of reasonable, civil debate with people you disagree with and on what prevents such debates from happening more often nowadays. Their discussion covers high-stakes testing, …

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Have you ever faked your feelings? 4:05

5+ y ago4:05

4:05

It is a podcast to answer the question on the tittle.

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Be a Curator: Vanessa Roanhorse of Roanhorse Consulting 32:27

5+ y ago32:27

32:27

In the last episode of this season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women's Business Summit, Natalia speaks with Vanessa Roanhorse. Vanessa is a resource curator, whose consulting practice connects Native communities with experts from outside the community looking to provide technical assistance. Vanessa is also a co-founder of the Native …

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Be a Teacher: Shayai Lucero of Earth & Sky Floral Designs 39:48

5+ y ago39:48

39:48

Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women’s Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Shayai Lucero of Earth & Sky Floral Designs, who blends her floral creativity with decades of business experience to foster deep connections and mentor new generations of reservation-based entrepreneurs. Shayai travel…

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Be a Delegator: Stephine Poston of Poston LLC 19:44

5+ y ago19:44

19:44

Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women’s Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Stephine Poston of Poston LLC, a strategic communicator who knows her strengths, and is ready to bring in expert resources to chase bigger government contracts. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take. The …

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Be a Resource: Cherylee Francis of Native Women Entrepreneurs of Arizona 36:52

5+ y ago36:52

36:52

Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women’s Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Cherylee Francis of Native Women Entrepreneurs of Arizona, and CF Productions, a visual storyteller focused on uplifting Native businesses. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take. The Native Women’s Busine…

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Be Community-First: Amanda June of Indigenous Peoples' Collective 27:37

5+ y ago27:37

27:37

Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women's Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Amanda June of Indigenous Peoples' Collective, a first user founder whose business supports Native artisans in an e-commerce platform. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take. The Native Women's Business Su…

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We're back... TOMORROW! 1:14

5+ y ago1:14

1:14

Pitch Makeover returns Tuesday, March 19 with a mini-season recorded at the Native Women's Business Summit. Transcript: Hey everyone it’s Gina Delvac, executive producer of Pitch Makeover. Starting TOMORROW Tuesday March 19 we’ll be back with a mini season featuring entrepreneurs Natalia met at the 2018 Native Women’s Business Summit. One of the up…

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Welsh Travel Writer Pip Jones Sips Cocktails on the Rooftops of Palestine 19:48

6y ago19:48

19:48

Pip Jones has been traveling and writing for the past 10 years in hopes of recreating a Carrie Bradshaw-esque fantasy of sipping wine and tapping away on her laptop. She joins Without A Path in Düsseldorf by way of Wales to talk about Welsh culture, drinking cocktails on a rooftop in Palestine, and how a childhood admiration of Pip Longstocking sta…

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Courtney Tenz is Owning "AmiImmi" in Germany 37:22

6y ago37:22

37:22

Courtney Tenz is a freelance writer and translator based in nearby Cologne, Germany. We met up a few weeks ago in park outside of the K21 art museum in Düsseldorf and talked about everything from being an American immigrant in Germany to how you can tell an American from a European by the way they dress.…

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Life as a Forever Immigrant and Classical Guitar in Germany with Arturo Castro Nogueras 31:43

6+ y ago31:43

31:43

Arturo Castro Nogueras has been an immigrant for most of his life. Born in Mexico, his family moved to Puerto Rico where he continued his exploration of music and his familial roots in Cuba. As he progressed with classical guitar, he moved to Düsseldorf, Germany to study in the heart of classical music, blending his favorite influences from Latin A…

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Where Do I Belong? A European Finds Her Family In Indonesia 27:03

6+ y ago27:03

27:03

Belgian writer Alex Jordao didn't feel like she belonged growing up in Brussels. She had a Portuguese last name and didn't look like the other kids because of her Indonesian father. Finally, an opportunity came to learn more about her ancestry and to meet her long-lost grandmother for the first time when she traveled to Indonesia with her father. O…