Introducing ReCurrent: Backlot and Barrio

Check out season two of ReCurrent, a Getty podcast about what we gain by keeping the past present.Hosted by Jaime Roque, this season explores cultural stories hidden in photographs, archives, and everyday places. Hear from artists, activists, and communities where Getty stories continue to unfold.On this episode, Backlot and Barrio, Jaime spends time with photographer George Rodriguez, whose camera moved between Hollywood’s backlots and Los Angeles’ East Side. He documented celebrity culture while remaining deeply rooted in community, identity, and resistance.Subscribe to ReCurrent wherever you get your podcasts and at getty.edu/podcasts/recurrent, where you can also find additional images and transcripts.