Creole Narratives

Fadia Patterson

Explore the fascinating world of Creole Narratives - a podcast that aims to amplify the rich stories of Haiti #AmplifyAyiti, the vibrant cultures of the Caribbean, and the Afro-Latin diaspora. In this podcast, you can join the award-winning Tampa journalist, Fadia Patterson, as she sheds light on diverse perspectives and brings important issues to the forefront. Don't miss out on this opportunity to listen to thought-provoking conversations and gain a deeper understanding of these cultures. Tune in to Creole Narratives now. #Haiti #Tampa #CreoleNarratives #podcasts #Haitian-American

  1. Se Kreyol Nou Ye - Creole Heritage Month, Websder Corneille Interview

    27/10/2025

    Se Kreyol Nou Ye - Creole Heritage Month, Websder Corneille Interview

    On this episode of Creole Narratives, we’re celebrating Creole Heritage Month & Day (Oct. 28) — honoring a language born out of resistance, resilience, and unity. Today, more than a dozen nations speak Creole — a living expression of identity that continues to shape our culture, music, and storytelling. From the powerful rhythms of Boukman Eksperyans’ “Se Kreyol Nou Ye” to everyday conversations that connect generations — Creole lives on. Linguist Websder Corneille, founder of the Creole Language Program, joins us to explore the origins, evolution, and global impact of Creole. Here’s a list divided by region ⸻ Caribbean & Americas • Haiti – Haitian Creole (Kreyòl Ayisyen) • Saint Lucia – Kwéyòl (Saint Lucian Creole French) • Dominica – Kwéyòl / Dominican Creole • Guadeloupe – Guadeloupean Creole • Martinique – Martinican Creole • French Guiana – Guianese Creole • Belize – Belize Kriol (English-based Creole) • Jamaica – Jamaican Patois (English-based Creole) • Bahamas – Bahamian Creole English • Trinidad & Tobago – Trinidadian Creole English and French Creole (less common today) • Barbados – Bajan Creole • U.S. Virgin Islands – Virgin Islands Creole English

    51 min
  2. Dignity, Protection, and Economic freedom --Marie Pereira Interview

    21/10/2025

    Dignity, Protection, and Economic freedom --Marie Pereira Interview

    She’s a familiar face on national television — a legal analyst seen on NBC, FOX, and Court TV.But behind the headlines and the courtroom commentary, Marie Pereira is fighting another battle — one for dignity, protection, and economic freedom.

    27 min
  3. FAMU President's Contributions to Haiti - Walter Smith Jr. Interview

    29/09/2025

    FAMU President's Contributions to Haiti - Walter Smith Jr. Interview

    Dr. Walter Lee Smith, president of Florida A&M University from 1977 to 1985, is remembered for strengthening higher education not only in the United States, but also across the African diaspora — including Haiti. Through the eyes of his son, Walter Smith Jr., we revisit those historic missions to Haiti and explore the lasting legacy Dr. Smith left behind. In this episode, Walter Smith Jr. — an anthropologist and engineer — also breaks down Haiti’s history since the revolution, while shedding light on the country’s vast mineral wealth and why, despite its natural resources, Haiti has struggled to benefit from them. This conversation connects history, education, and global Black identity — while pointing to the opportunities and challenges that continue to shape Haiti’s future.

    45 min
  4. Haitian, Black & Latino - Blactina's Nydia Simone Interview

    01/05/2025

    Haitian, Black & Latino - Blactina's Nydia Simone Interview

    Happy Haitian Heritage Month! This week on Creole Narratives, we’re joined by Nydia Simone, founder of Blactina, as she breaks down the complex Black history of Latin America & the Caribbean. From her Panamanian roots to the deep ties between Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the wider Afro-Latinx identity, Nydia unpacks the truth behind Afrolatinidad—challenging the myths and reclaiming the narratives her 20K+ followers can’t stop talking about. now to hear how history, heritage, and healing intersect in this powerful convo. #CreoleNarratives #Afrolatinidad #Blactina #BlackLatinaVoices #Haiti #DominicanRepublic #Panama #PodcastDrop #BlackHistoryCaribbean #AfroDiaspora

    51 min
  5. Miss Choucoune - Former Miss Haiti Sandra Justice Interview

    07/04/2025

    Miss Choucoune - Former Miss Haiti Sandra Justice Interview

    Former Miss Haiti Sandra Justice joins the Creole Narratives podcast to discuss the history of Choucoune in song, the soda brand, and the international Haitian beauty pageant that she founded. Justice is an award-winning actress and producer; whose work spans from films to TV series, commercials to music videos. Justice shares more about using her platforms to #AmplifyAyiti and edify Haitian woman. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 Miss Choucoune Pageant

    19 min
  6. Haitian Times' Next Chapter - Vania Andre Interview

    07/03/2025

    Haitian Times' Next Chapter - Vania Andre Interview

    Haitian Times Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Vania Andre joined the Creole Narratives podcast for #womenshistorymonth . The Haitian Times is the leading news outlet covering the Haitian Diaspora globally. They are celebrating 25 years as the leading voice in the community’s evolution. Vania replaced veteran journalist and founder Garry Pierre-Pierre. Vania talks about the latest events in the diaspora and the publication’s next chapter. #amplifyayiti

    47 min
  7. Haitian Polyglots - Websder Corneille Interview (Part 1)

    24/02/2025

    Haitian Polyglots - Websder Corneille Interview (Part 1)

    Kicked off the second season of Creole Narratives Podcast on The International Day of Mother Language. It is observed annually to observance to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. The day #Feb21 was proclaimed by the General Conference of UNESCO in November 1999. 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the celebration of #MotherLanguageDay. This episode features Websder Corneille, a Haitian Linguist and Adjunct Lecturer of Haitian Creole Language and Haitian Studies at the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies at Indiana University -Bloomington. Corneille worked as an ESL Interventionist at the elementary level at the time of this interview. The founder of the @haitiancreoleprogram discusses the foundation of the language and Haitian polyglots.

    50 min
  8. Springfield, Ohio Haitians - Luckson Saint-Vil Interview

    23/09/2024

    Springfield, Ohio Haitians - Luckson Saint-Vil Interview

    Luckson Saint-vil is a correspondent for Radio Television Caraibes, one of Haiti's biggest radio stations and Voice of America in Florida. Luckson's latest assignment brought him to Springfield, Ohio that has been in the spotlight since rumors circulated that Haitian immigrants there were eating the pets of residents. City leaders have debunked that claim that was mentioned during the September 10th Presidential debate between Trump and Harris. Luckson talked with both American residents and Haitian immigrants about the tension between the two communities. He shares with Creole Narratives, the Haitian diaspora there are now facing violent and verbal threats.

    16 min
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Explore the fascinating world of Creole Narratives - a podcast that aims to amplify the rich stories of Haiti #AmplifyAyiti, the vibrant cultures of the Caribbean, and the Afro-Latin diaspora. In this podcast, you can join the award-winning Tampa journalist, Fadia Patterson, as she sheds light on diverse perspectives and brings important issues to the forefront. Don't miss out on this opportunity to listen to thought-provoking conversations and gain a deeper understanding of these cultures. Tune in to Creole Narratives now. #Haiti #Tampa #CreoleNarratives #podcasts #Haitian-American

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  • Creator
    Fadia Patterson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Creole Narratives 2024
  • Show Website
    Creole Narratives