The band is back together this week to talk to a dear friend of the show about what's arguably the crown jewel in Puerto Rico's decolonial struggle. "Arepa Libre", as she is known to protect her identity, gives us a thorough breakdown of the history and struggle of her home island of Vieques. She goes into detail about the military occupation of the island, the island's existence as a proving ground for Yankee global imperialism, and Vieques' place within Puerto Rico's colonial existence. Like our past chat with Blanca, this remarkable conversation is a cascade of emotions, covering not only geopolitical topics but personal stories of navigating and discovering one's identity in the face of colonial forces. If you support what we do, want to help in the struggle, AND want access to Machete After Dark consider showing your solidarity on our Patreon and don't forget to follow us on Twitter, IG, and TikTok @macheteymate.
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