How rituals help us process grief (the science of…

We explore Día de los Muertos as a ritual that nurtures community, gives meaning to loss, helps us process grief while connecting through shared joy.

Summary: We explore how Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, rituals strengthen family bonds and cultural identity, and learn about their evolution from a 3,000-year-old practice to a global celebration. We look at key elements such as the ofrenda and explore how commercialization – such as Mattel’s Day of the Dead Barbie – raises questions about the balance between tradition and modern influences.

Guest: Michelle Telléz is an associate professor of Mexican American studies at Arizona State University.
More information about Michelle: https://tinyurl.com/2ph3can7

Guest: Mathew Sandoval, aka “Dr. Muerte”, an artist and associate professor at Arizona State University. He is a leading expert on Día de los Muertos.
More information about Mathew: mathewsandoval.com

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