Feminista Frequencies: Community Building through Radio in the Yakima Valley (Decolonizing Feminisms)

Name: Feminista Frequencies: Community Building through Radio in the Yakima Valley (Decolonizing Feminisms)
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Book Synopsis: Beginning in the 1970s Chicana and Chicano organizers turned to community radio broadcasting to educate, entertain, and uplift Mexican American listeners across the United States. In rural areas, radio emerged as the most effective medium for reaching relatively isolated communities such as migrant farmworkers. And in Washington's Yakima Valley, where the media landscape was dominated by perspectives favorable to agribusiness, community radio for and about farmworkers became a life-sustaining tool. Feminista Frequencies unearths the remarkable history of one of the United States' first full-time Spanish-language community radio stations, Radio KDNA, which began broadcasting in the Yakima Valley in 1979. Extensive interviews reveal the work of Chicana and Chicano producers, on-air announcers, station managers, technical directors, and listeners who contributed to the station's success. Monica De La Torre weaves these oral histories together with a range of visual and audio artifacts, including radio programs, program guides, and photographs to situate KDNA within the larger network of Chicano community-based broadcasting and social movement activism. Feminista Frequencies highlights the development of a public broadcasting model that centered Chicana radio producers and documents the central role of women in developing this infrastructure in the Yakima Valley. De La Torre shows how KDNA revolutionized community radio programming, adding new depth to the history of the Chicano movement, women's activism, and media histories.

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Discover the untold stories of resilience, empowerment, and community building in the Yakima Valley with Feminista Frequencies: Community Building through Radio. Dive into the captivating history of Radio KDNA, one of the first Spanish-language community radio stations in the United States, and witness the transformative impact it had on Chicana and Chicano communities. Unearth a rich tapestry of oral histories, radio programs, and photographs that showcase the vital role of women in shaping this groundbreaking broadcasting initiative.

Immerse yourself in the world of decolonizing feminisms as Monica De La Torre takes you on a journey through the evolution of community radio programming. From educating and entertaining Mexican American listeners to challenging dominant media narratives, Radio KDNA became a lifeline for migrant farmworkers in rural areas. Feminista Frequencies sheds light on the power of media in amplifying marginalized voices and fostering social change.

Experience a fusion of history, activism, and storytelling as Feminista Frequencies delves into the heart of Chicano social movement activism. Monica De La Torre skillfully weaves together personal accounts, program guides, and archival materials to paint a vivid picture of Radio KDNA's impact on the Yakima Valley. Join us in celebrating the legacy of Chicana radio producers and the enduring spirit of community resilience through the lens of community radio.

Ready to embark on a journey of cultural restoration and empowerment? Explore the pages of Feminista Frequencies and uncover the hidden gems of Chicana radio history in the Yakima Valley. Join us in honoring the legacy of community radio pioneers and celebrating the voices that continue to shape our collective narrative.

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