Sonia Manzano

Sonia Manzano is a journalist, educator, and author. She is a 15-time Emmy Award winner and Pura Belpré honoree. Manzano is best known for her work as the host of the NPR podcast "Sesame Street" and her book "Coming Up Cuban: Rising Past Castro's Shadow". She has written extensively on topics related to education, social justice, and Latinx culture. Manzano has received numerous awards for her work, including multiple Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. She has also been recognized for her contributions to education, including being named one of the "100 Most Influential People in Education" by the National Education Association. Manzano is a graduate of Yale University and has taught at several universities, including Yale and Columbia. She is currently a professor at the Columbia University Graduate School of Education. Manzano is also a frequent commentator on NPR and other media outlets, offering insights on topics related to education, social justice, and Latinx culture.