Stand and Deliver: Calculus, Cholos, and Conquering the Circumstances

12/07/2024 48 min

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Episode Synopsis


0:00 The movie "Stand and Deliver" and its cultural significance to Hispanics.
3:59 The movie "Stand and Deliver" and its themes of education and success.
8:48 A teacher's impact on students' lives through personal connections and engaging lessons.
13:27 The movie "Stand and Deliver" and its themes of dedication, sacrifice, and the human spirit.
19:18 Film "Stand and Deliver" and its themes of perseverance and teacher's impact on students.
23:46 The movie "Stan Delivery" and its portrayal of flawed characters and realistic relationships.
27:53 The effectiveness of educators and the importance of passion in teaching.
31:11 Education, standards, and social issues in America.
35:05 Racial tensions in a high school math class.
40:43 The movie "Zoot Suit" and its themes of prejudice, determination, and inspiration.

Join BJ, Fred, and special guest Rudy Ruiz for a deep dive into the classic film "Stand and Deliver". This 1988 drama tells the true story of Jaime Escalante, a math teacher who inspires a group of underprivileged students to take on the challenge of AP Calculus.

Rudy Ruiz, the host of "Drinks and A Movie" podcast https://www.youtube.com/@drinksandamoviepodcast7666, has a passion for the film and a personal connection! He'll share insights and behind-the-scenes trivia including his own encounter with one of the film's actors.

Drinks and A Movie Podcast Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/drinksandamoviepod?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaanJ-25FepcsleiQchz7D60bLX7IuS2-Tw3qRNnRKoAEjRcdl-6Y2dqEiQ_aem_n4duCjEhYl8pVMuAOIQakQ

Drive by Memories | A Short Documentary on the life of Daniel Villarreal:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRMI5n9ixaU

This episode explores themes of overcoming adversity, the power of education, and the importance of dedicated teachers. Whether you've seen "Stand and Deliver" a hundred times or are discovering it for the first time, this conversation is sure to enlighten and entertain.

Buckle up and get ready to hear about:

* The cultural significance of the film, especially for Hispanic viewers
* The dedication of Jaime Escalante and the challenges his students faced
* The film's humor and how it enhances the story
* Little-known facts and trivia about the production

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