In the words of our guest Pablo Guerreiro, samba is a connection between heaven, earth and humans, it’s a movement, it’s what transforms, what makes everything.  We explore historical events that played an important role in the development of samba, consolidating it as a symbol of Brazilian identity. We also talk to samba dancers Charis Railey and Adriana Blanco about their experience with this Afro-Brazilian rhythm. For more info and resources check our website  <a href='https://tarheels.live/mixedtapepodcast/'>here</a> and our YouTube channel <a href='http://www.youtube.com/mixedtapepodcast'>here</a>. Contact us at: themixedtapepodcast@gmail.com If you liked the music we used check our playlists <a href='https://tarheels.live/mixedtapepodcast/mixedtape-playlist/'>here</a>.Host/Producers: <a href='https://instagram.com/andres.hincapie.no?igshid=xwikexocrtrg'>Andrés Hincapié, PhD</a>; <a href='https://instagram.com/mel__vee?igshid=1skm0h8rwtsao'>Melissa Villodas, PhD Candidate </a> Graphic Content Creator: <a href='https://instagram.com/susamie?igshid=2ymnk2zx7kt3'>Susan Mykalcio</a>

S2: Intro

We take an anti-racist approach to center the contribution of Black people and culture across Latin America and its diaspora through dance and music. Our work aims to:- educate consumers of Afro-Latin culture on its Black roots- highlight the work of Black artists, dancers, and scholars across the Americas- develop a practice of anti-racism in the Afro-Latin dance scene🇵🇷 🇨🇴