This broadcast focuses on the work of Francisco X. Alarcón, an influential Chicano poet and educator. Recordings co-produced by host Chris Funkhouser in the early 1990s are featured, including collaborations with Elba Sánchez and the Santa Cruz Rhythmagics.

Blending words and sounds, bringing to the airwaves live performances as well as field and studio recordings by writers the host has crossed paths with over the course of a quarter-century.