May 1, 1993

Luis J. Rodriguez discusses "Always Running La Vida Loca: Gang Days in L.A."

Chris Roberts - Interviewer, Luis J. Rodriguez - Interviewee

LISTEN:Luis J. Rodriguez discusses "Always Running La Vida Loca: Gang Days in L.A."
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MPR’s Chris Roberts interviews American poet and novelist Luis J. Rodriguez about his memoir Always Running La Vida Loca: Gang Days in L.A. The book chronicles his youth as a Chicano gang member in East Los Angeles and his eventual escape through writing and education.

Segment includes a brief reading from Rodriguez.


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Luis J. Rodriguez discusses "Always Running La Vida Loca: Gang Days in L.A."