Episode 19.

Marc is the director of the upcoming production of In the Heights at Long Beach City College. https://www.instagram.com/markanthonydrama/

He welcomes you to track him down on Instagram and inquire about discounted tickets.

He talks about his history of the zoot suits, including acting in a production of Zoot Suit in 2008 and his desire to hopefully direct the production down the road.

Elena Arroyo also joins in on the discussion.

Ray Estrella hosts this episode of El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

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And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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Adelaide Pilar, musician, Puchuca, strong leader, stops in to the podcast to share her story. You can catch her regularly rocking her Zoot suit pants as frequent performer at Knotts Berry Farm. Originally from Texas, Adelaide delves into the roots of Afro-Latin jazz and the historic ties to the zoot suit.

You can check out her website for upcoming shows and merchandise.

https://www.adelaidepilar.com

Ray Estrella and Jim Ruel host this episode of El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

elpachuco@gmail.com

And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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Episode 17.

Sam and Marie Campos were helping with a 3D lowrider bike printing workshop at Casa 723 and stopped in for a visit with El Pachuco Stories. Sam Campos is a member of the Old Memories Car Club and Maria has a history of her own with lowrider cars.

Oscar Ruelas joins us for this episode.

Ray Estrella and Jim Ruel host this episode of El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

elpachuco@gmail.com

And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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Episode 16. Dr Denise Sandoval, Tenure Professor at California State University Chicana/o Studies Department, stops in to deliver a history lesson in Chicana/o Studies. You can check out her work at the Peterson Museum where she co-curated the "Best in Low" exhibit, highlighting the craftsmen and craftswomen who have created world reknowned lowriders through April, 2025.

We also take the time to share some words of remembrance for the recent passing of Alfred Jesse Smith, aka, Brenton Wood. He was not just a customer but a dear friend. Condolences to his family and friends.

Vanessa Estrella, Ray Estrella and Jim Ruel host this episode of El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

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And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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Episode 15. The El Pachuco Family wishes everyone a safe and happy holidays.

We wanted to share some holiday cheer in this short episode. Feliz Navidad.

Ray Estrella and Jim Ruel host El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

elpachuco@gmail.com

And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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Episode 14

Patty “Cherry Doll” talks about running the Eddie Cochrane Memorial Car Show in Bell Gardens, CA, October 6, 2024, and her history of putting on other charity events as part of the Gypsy Three. You can find out more about events she is invovled in on social media.

Instagram: Ms.Cherrydollb

Eric, El Chamuco the Pinstriper, talks about building lowrider bikes and teaching pinstriping to his kids. Check out his work on social media:

Facebook: pinstriping.by.el.chamuco

Sophia, Jim’s daughter shares her story of why she is into Zoot Suits

Ray Estrella and Jim Ruel host El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

elpachuco@gmail.com

And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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Episode 13 features Alex Rodriguez (the one from Arizona who produces the Arizona Supershow at the Cardinal Stadium. We discuss the possibility of doing a screening of Zoot Suit in 2025 (stay tuned - coming this June).

Also featuring longtime family friend Fernando Silva shares some of the adventures of Ray and Fernando at Viva Las Vegas and gives an update on the Zoot Suit scene in Sacramento.

Ray Estrella and Jim Ruel host El Pachuco Chronicles.

If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

elpachuco@gmail.com

And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

Elpachuco.com

Episode 12. Ray's longtime friend Alfred Lopez, aka Capone Designs airbrush artist is our guest. Taking time away from painting a yacht! Alfred stops in to share some stories of his history with El Pachuco Zoots including the story behind his business name. You can check out his work on Instagram @caponedesigns

With Jim Ruel travelling the country doing comedy and looking good on stage in his Zoot Suits, Ray Estrella once again handles the solo duty of hosting the podcast.

We are just getting started. If there are any topics and stories you would like us to explore shoot us a message via email or social media and we'll see what we can do.

elpachuco@gmail.com

And once again thanks to Pachuco Jose for our intro and outtro music.

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