Reporting on my experience with Hispanic immigrants (including my children) who refuse to speak Spanish in the United States.
Tag: language
Gringos, FFS stop saying ‘Latinx’
A point-by-point critique of the unnecessary addition of the word, “Latinx,” to the English language.
‘Latino’ is Not a Race
Explaining my typical gringo transformation from seeing “Latino” as a race, which it’s not, to a culture. Inspired by a poem by Noel Quiñones.
Expat Chronicles Inspires ‘Manosphere’ Meme
Detailing how Expat Chronicles planted the seed for the common “manosphere” meme, “soy boy,” in a 2012 article disparaging reggaeton artist, Farruko.
Chamo Chronicles in Lima
Anecdotes of interactions with the Venezuelan sojourners, immigrants and refugees living in Lima, Peru, as told by your favorite ugly American expat.
‘They’re Not Sending their Best’ (Venezuela)
An anecdote from the ever-growing Venezuelan diaspora in Lima, Peru and how it has evolved from the highly educated to the … not so much.
