Petra R. Rivera-Rideau
3 books
About the Author
Petra R. Rivera-Rideau is a scholar and writer whose work bridges cultural studies, music, and Latinx identity, exploring how popular culture serves as a powerful tool for social and political resistance. With a PhD in American Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she has dedicated her career to examining the intersections of race, gender, and globalization in Puerto Rican and broader Latin American contexts. Her acclaimed book, P FKN R: Bad Bunny y la música como un acto de resistencia / P FKN R: How Bad Bunny Became the Global Voice of Puerto Rican Resistance (Spanish Edition), and its English counterpart, P FKN R: How Bad Bunny Became the Global Voice of Puerto Rican Resistance, delve into the reggaeton superstar's rise as a symbol of Puerto Rican resilience amid colonial legacies and global inequities. Rivera-Rideau's insightful analyses challenge conventional narratives, highlighting music's role in amplifying marginalized voices and fostering cultural pride.
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