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History Goes To The Illustrators: 'A Contrarian History Of The United States'

A Most Imperfect Union champions the progress and ideals of the U.S. while recognizing its missteps. Lalo Alcaraz/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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History Goes To The Illustrators: 'A Contrarian History Of The United States'

Lalo Alcaraz and Ilan Stavans' new book isn't just hilarious; it's also important. Like all good history books, it makes a point to say something important about the present and the future.

History Goes To The Illustrators: 'A Contrarian History Of The United States'

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Guest DJ: Oscar-Winning Composer Gustavo Santaolalla

Argentine musician Gustavo Santaolalla has won two Academy Awards for Best Original Score for the films Brokeback Mountain and Babel. Kevin Winter/Getty Images hide caption

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Guest DJ: Oscar-Winning Composer Gustavo Santaolalla

Gustavo Santaolalla stops by to discuss his inspirations, his status as a rock star during the Argentine dictatorship and, of course, his favorite music.

Guest DJ: Oscar-Winning Composer Gustavo Santaolalla

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Inside Latin Alternative

Defining Latin Alternative Music

An eclectic range of influences is at the heart of Latin Alternative, a music created by young players who have been raised not only on their parents' music but also on rock, hip-hop and electronica. It represents a sonic shift away from regionalism and points to a new global Latin identity.

Defining Latin Alternative Music

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