Towards the end of August, we received a visit from Cuban broadcaster and radio presenter José Ignacio López Vigil. Together with his sister, María, and his wife, Tachi Arriola, he is the creator of several radio series that take a critical look at Latin American history, society and culture, accompanying and reinforcing many of the principles of our Network.
His radio dramas, such as Un paisano me contó, 500 años and Noticias de última ira (the latter two based on texts by our Uruguayan friend Eduardo Galeano), reflect the unjust reality of our context and invite us to reflect on the injustices that have been dormant until today due to colonialist logic and imposition.
José Ignacio and his people are also great admirers of our work in rescuing and raising awareness of Andean traditions. His suitcase returned to its place filled with several of our books. During the lunch we shared with him, the always interesting conversation was peppered with lessons, teachings, anecdotes and colourful knowledge exchanged in the warmth of friendship.
We cannot close this note without warmly recommending his website (www.radialistas.net), where all his work can be found free of charge. Thank you, maestro and brother José Ignacio, we look forward to seeing you soon to continue our conversation.
Rumi Mires
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