Beyond The Barrier is a podcast that dives into real stories of identity, connection, and culture. In today’s episode, we explore the deeply personal and powerful topic of language. Our host, Maria Rodriguez, interviews two guests: Jonathan Paul, who comes from a Haitian background but does not speak Creole, Haiti’s official language; and Ryan “Romi” Romero, a sophomore communication major who is Colombian and does speak Colombia’s official language, Spanish. In this episode, we dive into the differences in navigating life when you know the language, and when you don’t.

Guest: Jonathan Paul and Ryan "Romi" Romero

Recorded: Estela Bruno

Produced: Maria Rodriguez

Host: Maria Rodriguez