What Does Home Mean to You? | E66 Erick Galindo

My Most Authentic Life

Jan 31 2024 • 35 mins

Join us for this in-depth discussion with Erick Galindo, an award-winning writer, creator, director and storyteller from Compton. Fede and Erick discuss the complex concept of 'home', exploring its meaning in relation to cultural identity, heritage, and personal evolution. Galindo explores his journey of identifying as a misfit and how he uses his personal experiences to tell stories about other misfits. The discussion takes a closer look at the lives of immigrants using the backdrop of Eric's podcast 'Out of the Shadows', underlining the importance of reclaiming their stories. They deep dive into themes like assimilation, immigration history and how individuals can survive and create impact through their work.

00:00 Introduction: The Concept of Home

00:16 Meet Eric Galindo: Storyteller and Misfit

01:44 The Year 1986: A Turning Point for Immigrants

04:01 Exploring the Meaning of Home

07:18 The Impact of Displacement and Building on Shaky Foundations

12:32 Coming Out of the Shadows: Reclaiming Our Stories

22:38 Growing Up in Compton: A Journey of Survival and Transformation

26:43 Finding Authenticity: Joy, Positivity, and Kindness

34:48 Conclusion: The Power of StorytellingChapter Highlights

Connect with Erick:
https://www.thisfoo.com/

Connect with Fede:

Website: https://www.mymostauthenticlife.com
Instagram: @mymostauthenticlife
https://www.instagram.com/mymostauthenticlife/
Fede Vargas: https://linktr.ee/fedevargas

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