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Duolingo Spanish Podcast

Dec 19, 2019

In 1980s Quibdó, a rural, Afro Colombian city, homophobia was a part of everyday life. But when Erlin Mena found the courage to put on heels and dance in drag, he helped create a thriving queer community that endures to this day.

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Dec 12, 2019

Growing up as the daughter of a mariachi, Mireya Ramos learned early on that mariachi was a male-dominated world. But after moving to New York City, Mireya decided to challenge tradition and create an all-female mariachi group, opening doors for other musicians and redefining the genre.

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Dec 5, 2019

The Duolingo Spanish Podcast is back with new episodes starting Thursday, December 12. Listen to the trailer now!