Process
The equipment used to make the audio of the narration was a smartphone and wired earbuds microphone. The software I used to edit is called Soundtrap. This platform made it easy to put together tracks. I used a copyright free intro and outro tracks along with a nature track. The two audios you hear before talking about food was made in my kitchen. I recorded the audio of turning my gas stove on and then created another track of sizzling to create a connection between kitchen sounds with my narration of food.
Attributions/Credits
Copyright Free Audios
Intro: Con Carne (7 sec edit) by Grumpynora on Pixabay
Outro: Emotional Guitar Loop V13 by IdoBerg on Pixabay
Nature/Birds: Birds chirping by freesound_community on Pixabay
Online Resources
National Museum of the American Latino | Home
Mexican American Identity — Indigenous Mexico
Transcript of Audio
Intro Music
“Mexican American culture is a vibrant blend of heritage, history, and everyday life. Today, I’m sharing how traditions, food, and community shape Mexican American identity across the United States.”
“Mexican American culture has roots in Indigenous traditions, Spanish influence, and generations of adaptation in the U.S. This blend creates a unique cultural identity that continues to evolve.”
Kitchen Ambience
“Food is one of the strongest cultural connections. Dishes like tamales, pozole, and arroz con leche aren’t just recipes — they’re memories passed down through families.”
“Traditions also play a major role. Día de los Muertos honors ancestors with altars, marigolds, and offerings. Quinceañeras celebrate the transition into adulthood, mixing Catholic customs with modern style.”
Nature/Birds Ambience
“Community spaces — local markets, festivals, and family gatherings — help preserve language, music, and shared identity. These places keep culture alive across generations.”
“Today, Mexican Americans make up more than 60 percent of the U.S. Latino population. Many navigate life between cultures, speaking Spanglish, celebrating both Mexican and American holidays, and shaping art, politics, and education.”
Outro Music