Bug Talk

This podcast is created by the Department of Entomology at Michigan State University. Its hosted by multiple co-hosts and its goal is to introduce the person behind the scientist. You will hear conversations with entomologists and scientists to learn more about their lives, what inspires them and what interests them outside of work. Follow the podcast on Twitter or Instagram @bugtalkpodcast. You can direct message us on Twitter if you'd like to reach out to us. You can also follow us on YouTube on the Bug Talk channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYJf8hS87OdcxZT9K1BqKhQ/videos. Artwork illustrated by Elisabeth Darling.

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Oscar Castaneda

April 23, 2025 • Zsofia Szendrei • Season 1

[RE-UPLOAD FROM JUL. 17, 2020]

In this episode of Bug Talk, Andrea chats with Oscar Castaneda, a GIS specialist at Michigan State University. In his spare time, Oscar is an activist for the civil rights of immigrants and is Vice President of the Action of Greater Lansing organization. Oscar was born in Guatemala and was educated in the United States on a Fulbright Scholarship. He has been living and working in the States for over 25 years and is still struggling to obtain his green card. Instead of letting obstacles deter him, Oscar faced the problem head on by playing a prominent role in establishing Lansing, MI as a Sanctuary City. Oscar continues to help other immigrants understand the legality of the United States immigration system.

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