🎙️ Episode 6: "Deep Roots in Duval, The Story of Concepcion, Texas"

In this warm, conversational platica that feels like a chat on a South Texas porch, we travel down FM Road 716 to the pueblito of Concepcion. We unpack the town's deep history, which stretches back to before Texas was a state.In this episode, you will hear about:

• The Land Grants: The vital role of the Charco Redondo as an oasis and the original 1809 land grant, "Santa Cruz de la Concepcion," purchased for a mere 55 pesos.
• La Plaza: The legendary 20th-century community hub, where vendors, carne asada, raspas, and puro South Texas conjunto music (Felipe Canales, Tito Saenz, Teodorito Garcia) brought the community to life.
• Fiesta Del Rancho: The post-1977 tradition featuring a massive trail ride and the main event: a hotly contested cabrito guisado cook-off.
• Community Corners: The importance of Luis Leal’s store and the U.S. Post Office as gathering spots for ranchers.
• Immaculate Conception Catholic Church: The spiritual center of town, which remains a beautiful monument to the heritage of the ancestors.

"You don't know where you are going if you don't know where you came from." Tune in to El Mesteño for more stories of the Mexican-American experience.