Mosaic Atlas: Interview with Gregg Castro

This interview with Gregg Castro, the Culture Director for the Association of Ramaytush Ohlone, was conducted by Jan English-Lueck as part of the Mosaic Atlas project. Castro discusses his work in protecting and preserving Ramaytush Ohlone culture in the San Francisco Peninsula. He explains the geographic area they work in and the importance of accurately representing their culture. Castro also discusses the challenges of adapting culture to the modern world and the need for clear terminology and understanding. He emphasizes the importance of healing the land and relationships, and the need for allies in their work. Castro also addresses the issue of native identity and the importance of critiquing information and data. He mentions the challenges of working in rural areas and the need to connect with communities in those areas. As part of the Mosaic Atlas project, Mosaic Staff and Volunteers, SJSU students and faculty from the Anthropology and Film, Theater, and Dance Departments interviewed people who support and produce art throughout the Bay Area.