Oaxaca: The Day of the Dead, Santa Muerte, and The Witch

E26

October 20, 2020

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In this episode of Passport, we travel to Oaxaca, the heart of Mexico, to explore the real essence of the Day of the Dead. We dive deep into its history, its present, and its future. We’ll sit down at the dinner table with spirits and dive into the folklore, fables, and rituals that have kept[...]

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In this episode of Passport, we travel to Oaxaca, the heart of Mexico, to explore the real essence of the Day of the Dead. We dive deep into its history, its present, and its future. We’ll sit down at the dinner table with spirits and dive into the folklore, fables, and rituals that have kept this celebration alive through lifetimes of hardship and repression. We hear stories from those closest to the festival and learn about the power of storytelling in Mexico, which has kept the tradition thriving. But how can death be celebrated in a country with such a high mortality rate? And why does this cultural hub of history and creativity serve as a beacon of inspiration in dark times? Plus, we’ll meet La Bruja De Texcoco, a witch who has drawn from Mexican history, spirits, and folk music to craft a bold, forward-thinking statement on sex, death, and gender.

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