United Tacos of America
(2019)Streaming Episode Guide
Season 2
Honoring the Tradition
Episode 20 - 11-10-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss their personal journey of making the food and carrying on taco traditions.
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Buggin' Out!
Episode 19 - 11-10-2020
Like most things, wiggling worms, creepy crawlies, and other insects taste their best when wrapped in a tortilla. Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore & taste protien rich insectos!
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Ranch Style Cooking
Episode 18 - 11-10-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore the roots of ranch style cooking and saddle up to cook some tacos the downhome Texas way.
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Tacojournalism
Episode 17 - 11-10-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss how to write about tacos & the people that make them in a culturally responsible way.
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Latinx Identity
Episode 16 - 11-03-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how Mexican & Latinx identity America manifests across the nation. We'll also get a taste of #TacoCousins.
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Beef Tacos
Episode 15 - 11-03-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore America's favorite beefy tacos. From sizzling fajitas to Texas style brisket, one thing is for sure: beef is what's for tacos.
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Beyond Traditional
Episode 14 - 11-03-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how young chefs taking the taco concept to strange and exciting new places -- beyond the traditional. Duck fat carnitas anyone?
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Taquero Tradicional
Episode 13 - 10-27-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss the unsung hero of the nation’s food culture, el jefe y jefa de los tacos, El Taquero. They'll explore how these hardworking cocineros are keeping their traditions alive in the US.
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Masa Madness
Episode 12 - 10-20-2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore the taco element that holds it all together: the masa. They'll discuss the ancient process of corn nixtamalization and take the ultimate tortilla challenge. Remember, if the tortilla can rise -- so can you!
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The Holy Trinity
Episode 11 - 10-13-2020
Tacos are comprised of 3 Essential Elements - The Tortilla, The Fillings and The Salsas - commonly known in the Taco World as The Holy Trinity. Hosts Mando and Jarod discuss and taste the components of what makes The Holy Trinity of a Taco.
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Border Tacos
Episode 10 - 10-06-2020
Tacos made on the US/Mexico have a different flavor. Border towns like Rio Grande Valley, El Paso & San Diego are highlighted. Mando & Jarod also show us how to cook a "Discada Taco" which is a mixed meat medley taco.
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Food Justice
Episode 9 - 9-29-2020
On a special episode of United Tacos of America, Mando & Jarod put a spotlight on all the farmers and essential workers who are responsible for growing food for the masses.
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Tex-Mex Style Tacos
Episode 8 - 9-22-2020
Mando and Jarod explore the origins of Tex-Mex tacos. Our hosts get a lesson on how to cook Carne Guisada Tacos and grill up the famous Fajita Style Taco.
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Taco Style and Fashion
Episode 7 - 9-15-2020
This episode we are repping Taco Style as we chat with local fashion designers on how they incorporate Taco Culture in their craft. Stick around for Mando & Jarod's Taco-Themed Fashion Show!!
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Taco Journalism
Episode 6 - 9-08-2020
Our hosts Mando and Jarod are joined by Dr. Steven Alvarez to discuss how Taco Journalism and Taco Blogs have impacted Taco Culture in the USA.
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The Roots of Al Pastor Tacos
Episode 5 - 9-01-2020
The Roots of the Al Pastor Taco have a long history and tradition. Our hosts Mando and Jarod delve into the cultural importance of how Al Pastor came to be. The guys from Vaquero Taquero explain the process of how Al Pastor tacos are cooked from scratch.
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Taco Kits
Episode 4 - 8-25-2020
Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece weigh-in on the best Taco Kits for your buck. Chef Rulis from El Paso and the Garcia-Matues Family from California also give their opinion on what makes the perfect Taco Kit.
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Bean and Cheese Tacos
Episode 3 - 8-18-2020
The People's Taco aka The Bean & Cheese Taco is featured in this episode. Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarrod Neece take their beans to the Taco Lab and also talk about feeding tacos to the homeless. Chef Ali Khan guest stars.
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The Breakfast Tacos
Episode 2 - 8-11-2020
Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece face-off in a Taco Cook-Off and discover the roots and history of the Texan tradition affectionately known as The Breakfast Taco.
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Tacos While Quarantining
Episode 1 - 8-04-2020
This episode focuses on how Taco Makers across America have been able to make it during the pandemic. Our hosts also make Migas and Birria style tacos.
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Season 1
Chicago - Carnitas
Episode 8 - 12-14-2019
23m
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece in Chicago as they explore carnitas, little meats of pork cooked to golden perfection. We'll find out how to make true carnitas and explore gentrification in Latinx neighborhoods.
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New Orleans - Underground Tacos
Episode 7 - 12-14-2019
23m
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they uncover the underground taco scene in New Orleans. They'll explore how Creole & Mexican culture have united the city through tacos and learn who helped rebuild the city post Hurricane Katrina.
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Los Angeles - Birria
Episode 6 - 12-14-2019
23m
Join Taco Journalists Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore Birria in Los Angeles. We'll learn why Birria tacos are all the rage, why L.A. is the best taco city in the U.S. and talk about the impact of street vending in the City of Angels.
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Rio Grande Valley (TGV) - Ranch-Style Cooking (Barbacoa & Cabrito)
Episode 5 - 12-14-2019
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore ranch-style cooking in the Rio Grande Valley. We'll learn how cabrito and barbacoa are a way of life in this border region and learn how local groups are providing support to immigrants.
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New York City - Nixtamal Corn Tortillas
Episode 4 - 12-14-2019
23m
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore New York City and learn about the age old process of making Nixtamal corn tortillas. We'll talk to tortilla makers, women entrepreneurs and explore Mexican identity in the Big Apple.
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Austin - Brisket BBQ Tacos
Episode 3 - 12-14-2019
23m
There are two food groups in Texas: Barbecue and Tacos, and you can get the best of both worlds in Central Texas (Austin,TX). Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore brisket tacos and the roots of Central Texas barbecue.
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Lexington - Nuevo South
Episode 2 - 12-14-2019
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, where bluegrass meets tacos. Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how Southern cuisine and Mexican flavors come together and make some great blue grass tacos. Bourbon carnitas anyone?
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Houston - Asian Mexican Tacos
Episode 1 - 12-14-2019
23m
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore Houston's diversity through the mixing of Asian and Mexican culture, traditions & recipes and see how these immigrant stories come together.
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