Topic: Battle Of Puebla

2 chapters across the catalog

End of an Era
Episode 1038 1:03:56 - 1:07:13

1038: End of an Era

Cultural Appropriation and Cinco de Mayo Controversy

The hosts discuss the history of Cinco de Mayo and the Battle of Puebla, arguing that Americans have a historical reason to celebrate the defeat of the French. They play a clip of a young man being harassed by social justice activists for wearing a poncho, with the activists accusing him of "perpetuating stereotypes." The segment critiques the modern sensitivity regarding cultural appropriation.

Watergate II
Episode 928 2:45:38 - 2:49:37

928: Watergate II

Cinco de Mayo, Battle of Puebla and Cultural Appropriation

The historical significance of Cinco de Mayo is explained as the Battle of Puebla, where the Mexican army defeated French forces. The hosts discuss a viral video of a "social justice warrior" harassing a man for wearing a poncho on the holiday. They argue that the holiday has become a target for claims of cultural appropriation despite its role in North American history.