Puerto Rico: A Living History Podcast
1) The Treaty That Changed Puerto Rico Forever
In this episode of Puerto Rico: A Living History, we explore the profound impact of the Treaty of Paris (1898) on Puerto Rico, a pivotal moment that marked the island’s transfer from Spanish to U.S. c...Show More
2) Nuyorican Dreams: The Puerto Rican Diaspora to New York
In this episode of "Puerto Rico: A Living History," we delve into the journey of the Puerto Rican diaspora and its profound impacts on both New York City and Puerto Rico. From the early 20th-century m...Show More
3) Hurricane Maria: The Aftermath and Recovery of an Island
In this overview of Hurricane Maria's impact on Puerto Rico, we've delved into the catastrophic aftermath of one of the 21st century's most devastating natural disasters. From the immediate and widesp...Show More
4) The Gag Law: Silencing Dissent
In this episode of "Puerto Rico a Living 'History'", we explore the historical and sociopolitical landscape of Puerto Rico during the late 1940s, focusing on the enactment and impact of the Gag Law, o...Show More
5) Tracks Across Time: The Puerto Rican Railroad System
The Puerto Rican railroad system, initiated in 1880, represented a transformative period in the island's history, symbolizing progress and fostering economic and social change. This engineering feat s...Show More
6) Flames of Rebellion: The Story of "El Grito de Lares"
In this episode of "Puerto Rico: A Living History," we explore the pivotal "El Grito de Lares", a watershed moment in the quest for Puerto Rican autonomy that echoes the island's resilient spirit. We ...Show More
7) From Spanish Rule to Foraker Act: A Turning Point
In this enlightening episode of "Puerto Rico: A Living History," we take a deep dive into the Foraker Act of 1900, a pivotal piece of legislation that significantly shaped Puerto Rico's political and ...Show More
8) Operation Portrex: Vieques and the Legacy of Military Occupation
In this gripping episode of "Puerto Rico: A Living History," we explore the profound impacts of Operation Portrex on the serene island of Vieques. This story unfolds the transformation of Vieques from...Show More
9) Collision of Two Worlds: Taíno Dawn to Spanish Dusk
In this episode of "Puerto Rico: A Living History," we take a riveting journey back to the late 15th century to explore the profound transformations that reshaped Puerto Rico. We start with the vibran...Show More
10) Under Surveillance: The Tale of Las Carpetas
In this episode of "Puerto Rico: A Living History," titled "Under Surveillance: The Tale of Las Carpetas" we explore the extensive surveillance program in Puerto Rico, where citizens were covertly mon...Show More