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'Half Brothers' Star Luis Gerardo Méndez; Tegu Lizards Invade The South

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"Half Brothers" star Luis Gerardo Méndez joins us to talk about the need for more authentic portrayals of Mexicans in film. The new movie tells the story of a Mexican aviation executive who learns he has a half-brother in America. And, lizards that can grow up to 4 feet long are invading the American South. The Argentine black-and-white tegu first appeared in the Florida Everglades nearly a decade ago, but now are being seen in Alabama, Georgia and South Carolina. That and more, in hour two of Here & Now's Dec. 3, 2020, full broadcast. You can find more at hereandnow.org — and follow us on TwitterInstagram or join the conversation on Facebook.

This program aired on December 3, 2020.

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