Discovering ‘Latinidad’ in Nevada

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The Indy celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by profiling two Latino-owned businesses in Nevada and their impact on their communities.

This week, host Alex Couraud and reporter Jannelle Calderon explore the history of Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrate the diversity that exists within the Latino community in Nevada. Alex chats with Gerzon Chaves, owner of Tiempo Latino Dance Company in Reno. Jannelle sits down with Ernest Madrid, owner of Chops barbershop in Las Vegas to better understand what Latinidad looks like in the Silver State.

Host

Alex Couraud - @alexcouraud

Jannelle Calderón - @NewsyJan

Guests

Gerzon Chaves - @tiempo_latino_dance_company

Vanesa de la Cruz - @VanesadelaCruz_

Ernest Mardid - @chops_barbershop_dtlv