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The Dominican Republic aims to deport 10,000 people each week, targeting Haitians and their Dominican-born descendants. The podcast Behind the Quota reveals the human cost of this crackdown in the sugarcane regions of San Pedro de Macorís and Hato Mayor. Pulitzer Reporting Fellow Shandra Back hosted this three-episode podcast series. The reporting for this podcast was supported by the Pulitzer Center

For every reason that you say you can’t travel…Sunshine on a Dime will explain how and why you actually can. Embark with Shandra Back, a full-time college student and any-time traveler as she shares stories, interviews other travelers, and provides tips and resources to break down any barriers holding you back from buying that ticket. It doesn’t matter the budget, agenda, or whether or not you have a companion, listen in and get excited about all the adventure that awaits. This podcast is made in affiliation with WTBU Radio. Go to wtburadio.org for more.