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Podcast: ¡Echale Podcast!
Episode: Ep. 49 Becoming La Catrina Andante
Description: DÃa de los Muertos is a celebration that honors the lives of those that have passed away. Although the holiday is primarily celebrated in Mexico, the cultural tradition has transcended worldwide thanks to social media.Content creator, Livette Ruvalcaba Guerrero honors the tradition of DÃa de los Muertos all year long. She is the creator of @lacatrinaandante, an Instagram account dedicated to honor the Mexican tradition. Here, you can see her transform into the traditional iconic Catrina, an elegant tall female skeleton. Guerrero wears distinguishing black and white makeup on her face to look like a c...