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May 2020
23m 45s

La vida en los tiempos del coronavirus (...

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About this episode

Like many others around the world, Spanish speakers on both sides of the Atlantic have responded to the coronavirus pandemic with exceptional acts of courage and kindness. In this special episode, we’ll hear stories of people who have stepped up to serve their communities with creativity, ingenuity, and solidarity. We dedicate this episode to the global community of front line workers who have worked tirelessly to keep others safe.

A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3GaOR7C.

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