Sangita Patel, CEO at LeVar Burton Kids, says that as an Indian child she didn't see herself represented on TV, and she wants to change that for the upcoming generation. For the full interview, [click here](https://cheddar.com/videos/levar-burton-kids-ignites-childrens-curiosity-through-reading).
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