Celebrating, reflecting on Pacific Islander identities

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In this episode of the Room 22 podcast, in honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, host Jenny Marquez and guest co-host Tania Lopez speak with cafeteria worker Jacinto "Jay" Aguila, school nurse Joselito "Jojo" Dalmacio and teacher librarian Alain Cruz about navigating their identities. Listen as they share their insights and experiences throughout the episode.

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In this episode of the Room 22 podcast, in honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, host Jenny Marquez and guest co-host Tania Lopez speak with cafeteria worker Jacinto "Jay" Aguila, school nurse Joselito "Jojo"...

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