Me Vacuno Porque...

Antonio Alanis and Dorian Gómez Pestaña, with the support of Black Public Media, are launching a Spanish-language podcast series titled "Me Vacuno Porque…" translated to English as "I Get Vaccinated Because..." The three-episode, 15-minute series is a visually illustrated podcast. The series invites Hispanic/Latino community members working as community health workers and organizers to talk about their decision to get vaccinated in North Carolina, addressing the lasting impact of COVID-19 since it started and their recommendations to continue fostering vaccine equity. These leaders share their perspectives on vaccination, highlighting their contributions during the pandemic and ongoing efforts in the aftermath of COVID-19, shaping a narrative of resilience and unity. Join the conversation as "Me Vacuno Porque..." unfolds, not just as a podcast but as a celebration of strength and community spirit.

Editor

Mateo La Serna

Student and creator living in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. His birthplace of Peru has allowed him to explore culture, heritage, and relationships around the Spanish-speaking community. Through projects like the "Me Vacuno Porque" podcast, he believes he can promote a better environment for Latinx people around the state. His involvement in audio production for the podcast has exposed him to experiences and allowed him to learn. To create community diversity, equity, and awareness, he hopes to improve lives one project at a time.