The Cuban mambo group Orquestra Akokán visited our studio at WBGO yesterday. In this Checkout podcast, you'll hear their full performance, and my conversation with two co-leaders from the band.

Watch Orquesta Akokán Perform Live In Our Studio, on The Checkout

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