History of Color – Ep. 24 – Black Burlesque
Allegra and Mariano talk about the beautiful, intelligent and tantalizing art of Burlesque from the Black Woman perspective. Included is an interview with the fabulous performer, Shimmy LaRoux.
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Allegra Alvarado
Host, HISTORY OF COLOR & TV ATE MY BRAIN I am a mother, wife and current nursing student as well as life student. I've packed many experiences into my life and am looking forward to more. I love writing, science fiction (particularly A.I. driven stories) as well as pop culture and history. I have a passion for good and for timeless style. I always look to have my ideals challenged and to meet people that have different life experiences and points of view.
History of Color – Ep. 23 – History of Historically Black Colleges & Universities
This month Allegra and Mariano conduct two interviews with HBCU alums and detail the history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
History of Color – Ep. 22 – The Last Months of MLK, Part 2
Allegra and Mariano discuss the second part of a look into what Martin Luther King was up to before he was assassinated and how his ideas have reflected contemporary society.
History of Color – Ep. 21 – The Last Months of MLK, Part 1
Allegra and Mariano talk part one of a two-part discussion on the last few months…
History of Color – Ep. 20 – Isaac Burns Murphy, Of Horse and Man
This month, Mariano and Allegra delve into the world of Black Jockeys in the late…
History of Color – Ep. 19 – James Wong Howe: It’s All About the Lighting
Allegra and Mariano discuss racist laws and cinematography in the life of a minority artist.…
History of Color – Ep.18 – Larry Itliong: The Cesar Chavez before Cesar Chavez
Allegra and Mariano discuss the real pioneer of the Farmworkers Grape strike and who brought…
History of Color – Ep. 17 – Aretha Franklin Deserves R-E-S-P-E-C-T
To celebrate the late great Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, Allegra and Karly got together…
History of Color – Ep. 16 – The Dann Sisters: Treaty Schmeaty
This month, Allegra and Mariano talk about the Dann Sisters and sprinkle in a little…
History of Color – Ep. 15 – Oscar Zeta Acosta vs Dr. Gonzo
This month Allegra and Mariano focus on Oscar Zeta Acosta who was one of the…