Ex-Mexican Mafia Hitman-“Mundo” AKA Ramon Mendoza
Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of “Mundo” AKA Ramon Mendoza, a former hitman for the Mexican Mafia.
A Day of Inspiration: Edward James Olmos Visits the Library, 1983
On a warm afternoon in 1983, acclaimed actor Edward James Olmos made an unforgettable visit to the local library, where he shared his journey and wisdom with a group of eager young minds. The event, […]
Pachucas: The Bold Women Who Stood Up to Racism and Persecution in the 1940s
In early 1940s Los Angeles—and other urban centers across the American Southwest—Mexican American youth found themselves caught between two worlds. On one side, mainstream American society expected them to blend in quietly, conforming to Anglo […]
How Deep House Transformed from Living Rooms to Warehouses
The story of 90s deep house isn’t just about music – it’s about transformation. What began in cramped living rooms and basements evolved into a movement that would reshape nightlife culture forever. In those early […]
Voices of the 1992 L.A. Taggers
In the summer of 1992, Los Angeles felt like a pressure cooker just after its lid had blown off. The smoke from the recent riots was still lingering in the air, and everything—every street corner, […]
Remembering the 80s Freestyle Days at Whittier Park
In the 1980s, Legg Lake, located within the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area in South El Monte, California, became a vibrant hub for freestyle music and dance culture. This expansive park, featuring three interconnected lakes, provided […]
Unveiling the Aztec-Inspired Lizard People Beneath Los Angeles: Fact or Folklore?
For years, Los Angeles has been the epicenter of urban legends, tales, and hidden histories waiting to be uncovered. But one story stands out among the rest—a mysterious myth about an ancient, underground civilization known […]
Fernando Valenzuela: The Legend Who Gave Hope to a Generation
In the early 1980s, something magical happened in Los Angeles. Baseball, already beloved by the city, became more than a game—it became a symbol of hope, identity, and pride. At the center of this cultural […]
East LA Gang Member – 3rd Gen Maravilla
Join Peter Santenello as we meet 3rd generation Maravilla (gang) member Daniel Ayala. We’ll learn about East LA life, overcoming addiction, being a successful tattoo artist, raising his son away from the Maravilla (gang) lifestyle […]
