#4 Growing up Latino in the Bronx: The Importance of Embracing your Roots, Loving and hating Spanish

Are you a first generation American? Jonathan Calixto is too! He is also a news reporter, fashion correspondent, creator, influencer and podcaster. Today, Jonathan shares a glimpse of his challenges, triumphs and moments of growth as a first generation Peruvian-American. His journey is a true celebration of learning, sharing and embracing Latin identity. To learn more about Jonathan follow him on Instagram (⁠@thisisjcali⁠) and TikTok (⁠@thisisjcali) and to support his podcast listen to ⁠Inspire Your Inner Boss⁠ in all streaming platforms. Timestamps 00:00- Teaser 00:34- Guest Introduction 03:30- Growing up Latino in the USA 10:07- The role of Spanish language in Jonathan's Life 16:55- Finding the power in being a "connector" 23:24- Life Mantra 26:30- What is the influencer world like? 34:33- How do you stay connected to your culture? Support the podcast: If you liked this episode make sure to follow "DOCE" and leave a comments in the reviews. Follow us on us: Instagram: @doce.podcast (https://www.instagram.com/doce.podcast/reels/) TikTok: @doce.podcast (https://www.tiktok.com/@doce.podcast) Youtube: @docepodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@docepodcast) Thank you for joining us! New episodes will be release biweekly. Welcome to DOCE, the podcast for immigrants by immigrants.