In this episode we will dive into the world of what it means to be a Latinx individual. We will go over definitions and a brief history of how the terminology has changed and evolved throughout the years. I will discuss the process and purpose of what it means personally to create this podcast and what is to be expected in future episodes. I will also briefly discuss my own personal story and positionality statement.
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