KSL Cafecito

Join KSL.com's Xoel Càrdenas and Yvette Cruz for some conversation on all things culture over a nice cafecito.

Ep. 56: Sports(wo)manlike conduct (33:06)	June 21, 2019
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz talk sportsmanship in response to the controversy surrounding the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team scoring 13 goals against Thailand during their first match in the Women’s World Cup. Some criticized the U.S. team for their “over the top” celebrations, while others said the team did nothing wrong. […]
Ep. 55: Workplace, Safe Space? (35:33)	May 30, 2019
A recent survey revealed 75 percent of employees want all physical contact banned at work. In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz try to break down this potential policy and its possible effects using their own experiences and understandings of workplace interaction.
Ep. 54: Insta connect, Insta non-sense (39:20)	May 16, 2019
It’s no secret that the way we communicate with the world has changed. The Instagram phenomenon is the latest example. In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss how, for some, the app is becoming the default way to express yourself and connect with others whether it be new friends, dates or business contacts. […]
Ep. 53: No spoilers please (30:16)	May 03, 2019
Is there such a thing as spoiler etiquette in today’s social media culture? In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss all things spoilers when it comes to major movie releases and anticipated storylines in TV shows. The two question what counts as a spoiler and if there’s any true way to avoid them […]
Ep. 52: Keeping it real? (24:53)	April 18, 2019
Is it a good idea to return to the old neighborhood after success? In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz explore jealousy in one’s community and the term “keeping it real.” The conversation stems from the tragic recent death of Hip Hop artist and community organizer Nipsey Hussle.
Ep. 51: Navigating the rigged system (43:12)	March 20, 2019
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz are joined by Cristobal Villegas to discuss privilege and the higher education system in response to the #CollegeCheatingScandal. As first-generation college students and children of immigrants, the three share their own experiences navigating the higher education system as well as what bigger issues they believe the cheating […]
Ep. 50: The People vs. Jussie Smollett (40:43)	March 06, 2019
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz are joined by Jasen Lee, of the Voices of Reason podcast, to discuss actor Jussie Smollett’s alleged hate crime case and what followed when his story fell apart. From the support Smollett instantly gained — and later lost — on social media, to what this could mean […]
Ep. 49: … But does it spark joy? (36:50)	February 21, 2019
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz chat about the phenomenon surrounding Netflix’s original series “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.” The two discuss Kondo’s famous methods for achieving happiness — including only keeping items that spark joy in you — and examine our culture’s tendency to have too much stuff.
Ep. 48: The best a man can get? (37:11)	January 30, 2019
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss Gillette’s recent “We believe” commercial which calls out toxic masculinity. The two react to both the praise and the backlash the ad received while identifying their idea of toxic male behavior.
Ep. 47: Breaking up with Facebook (33:19)	January 16, 2019
In this episode, Xoel Cárdenas and Yvette Cruz discuss the recent pitfalls of Facebook as a growing number of users leave the platform for good.
Ep. 46: Mi casa es … not on TV (44:33)	December 21, 2018
Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz react to beloved children’s show Sesame Street tackling homelessness in a recent episode. The two discuss the importance of seeing different socioeconomic statuses portrayed in the media and look back at how their own experiences were — or weren’t — represented on TV growing up.
Ep. 45: Ain’t nobody got time for that (35:28)	December 12, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz tackle time management. The two drew inspiration from Vanity Fair’s video series about what certain celebrities do in an entire day, and share their takes on scheduling out time versus “winging it.”
Ep. 44: That filter life (42:43)	November 21, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss a growing trend in which more and more people are getting cosmetic surgery to resemble Snapchat and Instagram filters. The two share their own takes on filters and today’s beauty standards.
Ep. 43: It happened again (31:21)	November 15, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz talk gun violence in America following the most recent mass shooting, in which 12 people were killed inside a country music bar in Thousand Oaks, California. The two share their views on gun control and question what it will take to stop this violent epidemic.
Ep. 42: The underrated present (24:50)	November 08, 2018
Do you remember the last you did ABSOLUTELY nothing? No scrolling, no watching something and no thinking about the past or the future. In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss a so-called transformative power in taking 10 minutes each day to really experience the present moment — especially in this world full of […]
Ep. 41: Knock on wood (30:54)	October 30, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz are talking superstitious beliefs. The two discuss well-known superstitions, as well as their own, and try to get to the root of these beliefs and their alleged consequences.
Ep. 40: My culture is not a costume (46:36)	October 17, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz explore the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation. The two discuss several disputed examples — from Halloween costumes to a prom dress incident to Bruno Mars — while sharing their own experiences and trying to come up with solutions to avoid cultural appropriation altogether.
Ep. 39: Ready, set, vent (29:01)	October 10, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss both the relief and the consequences of venting at work after a recent study said it can actually make you angrier.
Ep. 38: The Nike Episode (01:00:15)	September 27, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz break down Nike’s latest campaign, which features Colin Kaepernick — a controversial or inspirational figure, depending on who you ask. The two also discuss loyalty to brands and question what circumstances would cause them to break that loyalty and stop consuming from said brands.
Ep. 37: Food for thought — literally (35:58)	September 13, 2018
In this episode, Xoel Cardenas and Yvette Cruz discuss their relationships with food in what often seems to be a food-obsessed society (thanks Instagram). The two chat about what foods they love and what foods they hate and also shed light on eating disorders that don’t get as much attention.