Jasmin Lopez

Jasmin Lopez

Journalist and producer

Guest/Producer

Jasmin Mara López is an independent journalist, audio producer, and sound artist working throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Central America. Born in Los Angeles with familial roots in México, her childhood was impacted by issues experienced on both sides of the U.S./ México border.

Jasmin Lopez on KCRW

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Bodies at the Border

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