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Discovering ‘Latinidad’ in Nevada

October 03, 2023

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