Masked agents. Unmarked vans. Tear gas on neighborhood streets.
In this episode of The Social Primate, Eddie is joined by Albert Corado—organizer, activist, and co-founder of People’s City Council—to unpack the current wave of ICE raids, escalating police presence, and what it means for communities across Los Angeles.
From Bell to Paramount, from storytelling to survival, this conversation asks the hard questions: What happens when police act as proxies for federal harm? Why are citizen witnesses being criminalized? And how do we respond when resistance gets labeled as chaos?
Albert shares how personal loss pushed him into public advocacy—and why the fight for justice isn’t just political, it’s personal.
Show Notes:
00:39 Background and Activism Journey
02:50 Personal Tragedy and Activism Motivation
06:00 Challenging the System and Radical Ideas
09:37 Police and State Violence
13:27 Protests and State Response
21:16 Personal Experiences and Reflections
27:23 Chaotic Streets and Police Blockades
27:57 Personal Experience with Tear Gas
28:43 Community Advocacy and Tear Gas Impact
29:14 Right-Wing Latinx and Family Dynamics
29:59 Fear and Solidarity in the Community
31:50 Political Power and Community Betrayal
33:59 Optimism Amidst Adversity
35:09 Community Solidarity and Self-Reliance
41:41 Critique of Mainstream Narratives
47:38 Getting Involved in the Movement
52:20 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
