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Taco Style and Fashion
United Tacos of America - S2 - E7
This episode we are repping Taco Style as we chat with local fashion designers on how they incorporate Taco Culture in their craft. Stick around for Mando & Jarod's Taco-Themed Fashion Show!!
United Tacos of America: Season 2 - 20 Episode s
2x1 - Tacos While Quarantining
August 4, 2020
This episode focuses on how Taco Makers across America have been able to make it during the pandemic. Our hosts also make Migas and Birria style tacos.
2x2 - The Breakfast Tacos
August 11, 2020
Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece face-off in a Taco Cook-Off and discover the roots and history of the Texan tradition affectionately known as The Breakfast Taco.
2x3 - Bean and Cheese Tacos
August 18, 2020
The People's Taco aka The Bean & Cheese Taco is featured in this episode. Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarrod Neece take their beans to the Taco Lab and also talk about feeding tacos to the homeless. Chef Ali Khan guest stars.
2x4 - Taco Kits
August 25, 2020
Hosts Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece weigh-in on the best Taco Kits for your buck. Chef Rulis from El Paso and the Garcia-Matues Family from California also give their opinion on what makes the perfect Taco Kit.
2x5 - The Roots of Al Pastor Tacos
September 1, 2020
The Roots of the Al Pastor Taco have a long history and tradition. Our hosts Mando and Jarod delve into the cultural importance of how Al Pastor came to be. The guys from Vaquero Taquero explain the process of how Al Pastor tacos are cooked from scratch.
2x6 - Taco Journalism
September 8, 2020
Our hosts Mando and Jarod are joined by Dr. Steven Alvarez to discuss how Taco Journalism and Taco Blogs have impacted Taco Culture in the USA.
2x7 - Taco Style and Fashion
September 15, 2020
This episode we are repping Taco Style as we chat with local fashion designers on how they incorporate Taco Culture in their craft. Stick around for Mando & Jarod's Taco-Themed Fashion Show!!
2x8 - Tex-Mex Style Tacos
September 22, 2020
Mando and Jarod explore the origins of Tex-Mex tacos. Our hosts get a lesson on how to cook Carne Guisada Tacos and grill up the famous Fajita Style Taco.
2x9 - Food Justice
September 29, 2020
On a special episode of United Tacos of America, Mando & Jarod put a spotlight on all the farmers and essential workers who are responsible for growing food for the masses.
2x10 - Border Tacos
October 6, 2020
Tacos made on the US/Mexico have a different flavor. Border towns like Rio Grande Valley, El Paso & San Diego are highlighted. Mando & Jarod also show us how to cook a "Discada Taco" which is a mixed meat medley taco.
2x11 - The Holy Trinity
October 13, 2020
Tacos are comprised of 3 Essential Elements - The Tortilla, The Fillings and The Salsas - commonly known in the Taco World as The Holy Trinity. Hosts Mando and Jarod discuss and taste the components of what makes The Holy Trinity of a Taco.
2x12 - Masa Madness
October 20, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore the taco element that holds it all together: the masa. They'll discuss the ancient process of corn nixtamalization and take the ultimate tortilla challenge. Remember, if the tortilla can rise -- so can you!
2x13 - Taquero Tradicional
October 27, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss the unsung hero of the nation’s food culture, el jefe y jefa de los tacos, El Taquero. They'll explore how these hardworking cocineros are keeping their traditions alive in the US.
2x14 - Beyond Traditional
November 3, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how young chefs taking the taco concept to strange and exciting new places -- beyond the traditional. Duck fat carnitas anyone?
2x15 - Beef Tacos
November 3, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore America's favorite beefy tacos. From sizzling fajitas to Texas style brisket, one thing is for sure: beef is what's for tacos.
2x16 - Latinx Identity
November 3, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore how Mexican & Latinx identity America manifests across the nation. We'll also get a taste of #TacoCousins.
2x17 - Tacojournalism
November 10, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss how to write about tacos & the people that make them in a culturally responsible way.
2x18 - Ranch Style Cooking
November 10, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore the roots of ranch style cooking and saddle up to cook some tacos the downhome Texas way.
2x19 - Buggin' Out!
November 10, 2020
Like most things, wiggling worms, creepy crawlies, and other insects taste their best when wrapped in a tortilla. Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they explore & taste protien rich insectos!
2x20 - Honoring the Tradition
November 10, 2020
Join Taco Journalists, Mando Rayo and Jarod Neece as they discuss their personal journey of making the food and carrying on taco traditions.