Dialogues in Afrolatinidad

Michele Reid Vazquez

Welcome to the Dialogues in Afrolatinidad podcast! In each episode, we educate, amplify, and elevate the stories, histories, and cultures of Afro-Latin American and Afro-Latinx communities, and their transnational connections. Within 30 minutes, listeners can learn more about the migrations, comparative histories, social and political struggles, and creativity that encompasses Afrolatinidad. The host, Dr. Michele Reid-Vazquez, will be joined by a variety of guest scholars, writers, educators, and artists to discuss their passions and priorities concerning Afrolatinidad.

  1. Regina Mills: Raising Afro-Latinx Representation in Video Games and Film

    3d ago

    Regina Mills: Raising Afro-Latinx Representation in Video Games and Film

    Regina Mills, Associate Professor at the University of Michigan, shares her journey from Guatemalan-American roots to becoming a prominent scholar in Afro-Latinx Studies. She discusses her research on visibility, media representation, and the importance of interdisciplinary and transnational approaches to understanding Afro-Latinx communities. Video episodes available on YouTube @DialoguesinAfrolatinidad and michelereidvazquez.com.

    30 min
  2. Uli Moreno-Tabarez: Unveiling Black Spectrality in Mexico: A Personal and Geographical Journey

    Jun 25

    Uli Moreno-Tabarez: Unveiling Black Spectrality in Mexico: A Personal and Geographical Journey

    Dr. Uli Moreno-Tabarez, an interdisciplinary geographer, explores how migration, history, and personal stories shape understandings of Blackness across borders. He reflects on his travel, personal, and academic curiosities, and dives into spectral geographies, Afro-Latinx identity, and the significance of Blackness and invisibility in Latin American history and geography. Video episodes available on YouTube @DialoguesinAfrolatinidad and michelereidvazquez.com.

    43 min
  3. Gladys Mitchell-Walthour: Bridging Continents: Afro-Brazilian Activism and Scholarship

    Jun 18

    Gladys Mitchell-Walthour: Bridging Continents: Afro-Brazilian Activism and Scholarship

    In this conversation, Professor Gladys Mitchell-Walthour reflects on her pursuit of Afro-Brazilian studies, experiences growing up in North Carolina, and commitment to bridging the gap between activism and scholarship. She emphasizes the importance of understanding transnational issues affecting Afro-Brazilian communities, including political representation, education, and grassroots mobilization. Video episodes available on YouTube @DialoguesinAfrolatinidad and michelereidvazquez.com.

    41 min
  4. S5.E5 - Beau Gaitors: The Transnational Afrodescendant Communities of Mexico

    Jun 11

    S5.E5 - Beau Gaitors: The Transnational Afrodescendant Communities of Mexico

    Dr. Beau Gaitors, an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, shares his journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming a scholar of Afro-Latin American studies. He highlights pivotal moments that shaped his academic career and led him to explore the connections between African descendants in Latin America and their historical narratives, particularly in Mexico.

    36 min
  5. Janel Martinez: Amplifying Afro-Latinx Voices in the Digital Age

    Jun 4

    Janel Martinez: Amplifying Afro-Latinx Voices in the Digital Age

    Janel Martinez, a writer and communication specialist, discusses her journey from growing up in the Bronx to becoming a prominent voice for Afro-Latinx communities through her blog, Ain't I Latina? She shares her experiences with Garifuna identity, storytelling, and the importance of representation in media.

    40 min
  6. Trailer - Season 5 - Part 2

    Season 5 Trailer

    Trailer - Season 5 - Part 2

    Welcome back to Dialogues in Afrolatinidad Podcast! Please join Dr. Michele Reid-Vazquez and 7 new guests in Part 2 of Season 5 as they discuss topics ranging from historical narratives concerning the African diaspora in Latin America and the Caribbean to their own experiences and perspectives. Learn more at michelereidvazquez.com.

    2 min
  7. Careers Segment - Part 2: Virtual and Campus Interviews

    10/09/2025

    Careers Segment - Part 2: Virtual and Campus Interviews

    Season 5, Episode 3: The Careers Segment is designed to help demystify the academic job search, especially for interdisciplinary scholars. In Part 2, our expert panelists share their experiences and offer advice on how to prepare for virtual and on campus interviews. Watch the Episode Video on Youtube or the Podcast Website!

    30 min
  8. REWIND: Dr. Kia Caldwell - Afrolatinidad in Contemporary Brazil

    10/01/2025

    REWIND: Dr. Kia Caldwell - Afrolatinidad in Contemporary Brazil

    Today we’re taking you back to our very first interview from Season 1 with Dr. Kia Lilly Caldwell. She’s a sociocultural anthropologist who focuses on Afrolatinidad in contemporary Brazil surrounding race, gender, and health policy. The full episode for Season 1, Episode 1 is available via Spotify, Apple Podcast, and https://michelereidvazquez.com/podcast-dialogues-in-afrolatinidad/

    17 min
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About

Welcome to the Dialogues in Afrolatinidad podcast! In each episode, we educate, amplify, and elevate the stories, histories, and cultures of Afro-Latin American and Afro-Latinx communities, and their transnational connections. Within 30 minutes, listeners can learn more about the migrations, comparative histories, social and political struggles, and creativity that encompasses Afrolatinidad. The host, Dr. Michele Reid-Vazquez, will be joined by a variety of guest scholars, writers, educators, and artists to discuss their passions and priorities concerning Afrolatinidad.

Information

  • Creator
    Michele Reid Vazquez
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Michele Reid Vazquez 2021
  • Show Website
    Dialogues in Afrolatinidad

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