We admit it, we’ve been falling hard for Rutherford Falls. Created by Navajo and Mexican American Sierra Teller Ornelas, it’s rare to have a show that centers the modern Indigenous experience. It also happens to be funny, witty, and full of great performances. But honestly, who cares what we think? The real experts here are Indigenous women. So in a break from our traditional, What Latinas Have to Say, we’ve rounded up Native journalists covering the show.
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Justicia and Cultura
F*ck Spanish: How To Embrace Your Mother Tongue Without Feeling Guilty
by Christy Leosby Christy LeosSeriously though, I am in awe of Spanish speakers. The language is beautiful and chaotic to my English ears, and after years of classes on the subject, I have a deep respect for (and jealousy of) those who learn Spanish at any point in their lifetime. But being Latinx isn’t bingo; you don’t need to cover the “right” squares to win.
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Queen of the South 507 “El zorro en la gallinera” had our hearts racing. It was nonstop action, suspense, and heartbreak. Queen of the South has officially entered its final…
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It’s been weeks since Netflix dropped ‘Shadow and Bone’ and our feeds are still filled with hot takes. It premiered on the top-ten list and seems to have at least some staying power. Is ‘Shadow and Bone’ really that good? Or is it just the algorithm sweet spot of YA, fantasy, adventure, romance? Per usual, Latinas do not agree…
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Queen of the South 506 “Silver or Lead” reveals Teresa Mendoza as someone who has decided to actually live, not just survive.
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On Queen of the South 505 “More Money More Problems, Teresa faces the age-old concern of drug dealers everywhere: how to launder all that cash! Combined with a B-plot in…
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Make Latinas visible.
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Queen of the South 5×04 “La Situacion” once again focuses on Teresa’s “code” and whether the changes in her – and the way she does business – are for the better. Is there any way for Teresa to find middle ground between what she wants to be and what she needs to do? We’ve only got six more episodes to find out.
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“Lineage of Rain” author Janel Pineda discusses the process of publishing her first chapbook, how she prepares for performances, and her hopes for her career and the Salvadoran diaspora.
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With episode 503 “No te pierdas la cabeza,” Queen of the South is asking if Teresa is changing “the business” or if it’s changing her. Only time will tell and time is running out.