Michelle Telléz, an Associate Professor specializing in Mexican-American studies, shares her personal journey with Día de los Muertos following her father's death, emphasizing the balance of grief and joy. Matthew Sandoval, a scholar known as Dr. Muerte, discusses the evolving nature of this ancient ritual and its significance in honoring ancestors. Together, they explore how communal remembrance fosters connection, the impact of commercialization on tradition, and the role of rituals in shaping cultural identity and easing children's understanding of death.
