Latifa, Rashid, and the Guardians
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Mascots, stemming from the French word mascotte meaning good luck charms, have long been present at past Expos. The first Expo mascot a cartoon pelican dressed in a tuxedo jacket and top hat at the 1984 Louisiana Specialised Expo. In this episode, we’re introducing you to the wonderful family of mascots for Expo 2020 Dubai which includes two siblings, three robot guardians, and a Ghaf tree.   This podcast is by Expo 2020 Dubai and produced by Kerning Cultures Network.
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