Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast: Explore Caribbean Ancestry & Culture

Wendy Aris
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Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast Hosted by Wendy Aris A space where Caribbean history, family history, and heritage come to life. This podcast explores the legacies of colonialism and uncovers the often-overlooked stories that shaped the Caribbean and its people. Whether you're tracing your ancestral roots, exploring regional identity, or simply curious about the past that informs the present, Dis A Fi Mi History offers meaningful insights and resources for anyone interested in Caribbean genealogy and historical storytelling. Join host Wendy Aris as she speaks with historians, archivists, cultural practitioners, and everyday people who are piecing together the threads of their family and national histories.

  1. 3d ago

    More-ish Flavours: Uncovering Caribbean Food, Identity and History

    How can food tell the story of a people? What can Caribbean cuisine reveal about migration, colonialism, family history, and identity across the diaspora? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris sits down with Hema Ramsingh of The Moreish Podcast for a rich conversation about Caribbean food culture, storytelling, genealogy, and the lasting legacies of colonialism. Together, they explore how traditional dishes, family recipes, and everyday meals carry memories of migration, resistance, survival, and cultural exchange throughout the Caribbean diaspora. Hema shares the origins of The Moreish Podcast, the realities of independent podcast production, and why creating space for diverse Caribbean voices is essential to understanding the region’s complex history. The conversation also examines how food connects generations, helps uncover hidden family histories, and opens discussions about race, identity, ancestry, and belonging. Wendy and Hema reflect on the importance of speaking with elders, questioning historical narratives, and recognizing the varied experiences that exist across Caribbean communities while working toward greater understanding and solidarity.   In This Episode How food preserves Caribbean history and culture The origins of The Moreish Podcast Independent podcasting and storytelling Caribbean identity and the legacy of colonialism Genealogy, family history, and oral traditions Why diverse perspectives matter in Caribbean conversations Practical ways to document family stories and heritage Building solidarity across the Caribbean diaspora   Why Listen? This episode is perfect for anyone interested in Caribbean genealogy, Black history, Caribbean food history, oral history, cultural heritage, and diaspora studies. It offers both historical insight and practical advice for preserving family stories before they disappear. Bio: Hema Ramsingh is a Canadian food and travel content creator, podcast host, and storyteller exploring Caribbean foodways, culture, and identity through  her podcast The Moreish Podcast. Born in Canada to a Trinidadian family, she shares personal narratives, travel experiences, and culinary history that connect the Caribbean diaspora across generations. Her work highlights food as a gateway to memory, migration, and cultural heritage, blending storytelling, history, and lived experience across the Caribbean and beyond.   Website:  https://themoreishpodcast.com Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-moreish-podcast-caribbean-history-culture-and-cuisine/id1728305327 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMoreishPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoreishpodcast/   History Podcasts For Historians https://blog.feedspot.com/history_podcasts_for_historians/  Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/  Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV  Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3  Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0  The Emotions of Researching your Family Tree: https://www.amazon.ca/Emotions-Researching-Your-Family-Tree-ebook/dp/   Support The Podcast https://ko-fi.com/disafimihistory/tip  Great Research Resource https://www.ancestorsofparadise.com/  Clothes https://effystyle.goaffpro.com/  Reservations for Barbados https://diaspora-discoveries.com/reservations  Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=74ffcf  Cultural Roots: https://www.skool.com/cultural-roots-reconnection-8301/about?ref=62a97470644b496897d06254e6796add    Recorded Music Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) 🎧 Subscribe to Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast for thought-provoking conversations exploring Caribbean history, genealogy, African diaspora studies, and the untold stories hidden within archives around the world.   #CaribbeanFoodHistory #CaribbeanFood #CaribbeanCuisine #CaribbeanCooking #FoodHistory #FoodCulture #CulinaryHistory #CulturalFoodways #DiasporaFood #CaribbeanHeritage #CaribbeanDiaspora #AfricanDiaspora #DiasporaStudies #CaribbeanIdentity #CulturalHeritage #MigrationStories #MigrationHistory #BlackDiaspora #AfroCaribbean #CaribbeanCulture #CaribbeanHistory #BlackHistory #CaribbeanGenealogy #FamilyHistory #OralHistory #HistoricalResearch #ArchivalResearch #HeritagePreservation #HiddenHistories #AtlanticWorld #FoodAndMemory #FoodStories #StorytellingThroughFood #KitchenStories #FamilyRecipes #TraditionalFood #HeritageCooking #FoodNarratives #CookingTraditions #CulturalMemory #FoodLovers #HistoryLovers #Culture #Heritage #ExploreHistory #LearnHistory #GlobalCuisine #Foodie

  2. Jul 19

    Legal Chains: How Colonial Law Forged the Caribbean’s Present

    How did colonial laws shape slavery, race, and justice in the Caribbean—and why do their legacies still matter today? In this thought-provoking episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris explores the enduring impact of colonial law, slavery, and the legal systems that established and maintained racial inequality throughout the Caribbean and the African diaspora. Through historical analysis and engaging conversation, this episode examines how colonial governments used legislation to legitimize enslavement, enforce racial hierarchies, control labor, regulate land ownership, expand economic exploitation, and shape policing and systems of punishment. These legal structures not only transformed Caribbean societies but also influenced governance, justice, and social inequality across the Atlantic World. The discussion also explores the lasting effects of colonial legal systems on faith, community, human rights, and social justice, while encouraging listeners to consider how understanding this history is essential to conversations about decolonization, reparations, restorative justice, and public policy today. Whether you're interested in Caribbean history, Black history, African diaspora studies, genealogy, colonialism, or legal history, this episode provides valuable insight into how the past continues to shape the present. In This Episode ✔️ How colonial laws institutionalized slavery in the Caribbean ✔️ The legal foundations of racial inequality and segregation ✔️ Land ownership, labor laws, and economic exploitation ✔️ Colonial policing and systems of punishment ✔️ Faith, resistance, and community under colonial rule ✔️ The lasting impact of colonial legal systems on Caribbean societies ✔️ Decolonization, restorative justice, and historical accountability This episode is essential listening for historians, genealogists, legal scholars, students, educators, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the historical foundations of race, justice, and inequality in the Caribbean and across the African diaspora. 🎧 Subscribe to Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast for insightful conversations exploring Caribbean history, genealogy, African diaspora studies, archival research, and the untold stories that continue to shape our world. BIO: Neena Albarus is a doctoral student in the School of Social Welfare at the University of California, Berkeley. Originally from Jamaica, her research examines structural violence, community development, public health, and social policy across Jamaica and the Caribbean. Her work focuses on advancing social justice through research, with interests including environmental justice, mental health, and the commercial sexual exploitation of children in Jamaica. #DisAFiMiHistoryPodcast #CaribbeanHistory #ColonialLaw #CaribbeanSlavery #BlackHistory #AfricanDiaspora #Genealogy #CaribbeanGenealogy #LegalHistory #Colonialism #Decolonization #RestorativeJustice #HistoricalJustice #AtlanticWorld #CaribbeanStudies #PublicHistory #HistoryPodcast #SocialJustice #WendyAris

  3. Jul 12

    How We Disappear: Memory, Tech and Small Erosions

    What happens when our memories, photographs, documents, and digital lives slowly disappear? How can we ensure that future generations inherit not just our records, but our stories? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris sits down with historian Tom Mullaney to discuss his thought-provoking book, How We Disappear, and the many ways history can be lost—not only through catastrophic events but through the gradual erosion of personal records, family archives, and digital information. Together, they explore how family photographs, genealogical records, digital files, government documents, and everyday information shape our understanding of identity, memory, and history. The conversation examines how archives preserve our collective past while also revealing how systems of naming, classification, technology, and recordkeeping can unintentionally erase individuals, families, and communities from history. Whether you're researching your family tree, preserving oral histories, organizing digital photographs, or simply wondering how to protect your family's legacy, this episode offers valuable insights into genealogy, archival preservation, and digital heritage. In This Episode ✔️ Why people and histories disappear over time ✔️ The importance of preserving family photographs and documents ✔️ Digital archives and protecting your online legacy ✔️ How archives shape historical memory ✔️ Naming, classification, and the power of recordkeeping ✔️ Genealogy and preserving family history for future generations ✔️ Practical strategies for safeguarding your personal and family archives If you're passionate about genealogy, family history, archives, historical research, digital preservation, or public history, this episode provides practical advice and a fresh perspective on protecting the stories that matter most. 🎧 Subscribe to Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast for conversations exploring Caribbean history, genealogy, archival research, historical preservation, and the hidden stories that connect generations.   Book: https://www.amazon.com/How-We-Disappear-Personal-Information/dp/1324020784   Bio:  Thomas S. Mullaney is a historian, author, and Professor of Chinese History at Stanford University. His research explores the intersection of history, technology, archives, and information systems. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including How We Disappear, which examines how people, memories, and everyday records gradually vanish over time. His work challenges us to rethink preservation, digital memory, and the ways history is recorded and remembered.   History Podcasts For Historians https://blog.feedspot.com/history_podcasts_for_historians/  Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/  Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV  Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3  Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0  The Emotions of Researching your Family Tree: https://www.amazon.ca/Emotions-Researching-Your-Family-Tree-ebook/dp/   Support The Podcast https://ko-fi.com/disafimihistory/tip  Great Research Resource https://www.ancestorsofparadise.com/  Clothes https://effystyle.goaffpro.com/  Reservations for Barbados https://diaspora-discoveries.com/reservations  Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=74ffcf  Cultural Roots: https://www.skool.com/cultural-roots-reconnection-8301/about?ref=62a97470644b496897d06254e6796add    Recorded Music Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) 🎧 Subscribe to Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast for thought-provoking conversations exploring Caribbean history, genealogy, African diaspora studies, and the untold stories hidden within archives around the world. #DisAFiMiHistoryPodcast #TomMullaney #HowWeDisappear #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #Archives #ArchivalResearch #DigitalPreservation #DigitalArchives #HistoricalResearch #PublicHistory #OralHistory #FamilyPhotos #HistoricalMemory #DigitalLegacy #GenealogyResearch #PreserveYourHistory #DocumentaryResearch #HistoryPodcast #WendyAris

  4. Jul 5

    Archival Irruptions: Moravians, Obeah, and Hidden Caribbean Histories

    What can archives tell us about the lives of enslaved Africans—and what have they left unsaid? In this compelling episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris welcomes Associate Professor Kathrine Gerbner to discuss her groundbreaking new book, Archival Irruptions. Together, they explore how Caribbean archives, missionary records, and colonial documents both reveal and conceal the religious lives, resilience, and agency of enslaved Africans in eighteenth-century Jamaica. The conversation examines the Moravian Church's mission in Jamaica, the criminalization of Obeah (Obia) following Tacky's Revolt of 1760, and the complex relationship between Christianity, African spiritual traditions, healing practices, and resistance. Professor Gerbner demonstrates how historians can read against the grain of colonial archives to uncover the voices and experiences that were intentionally marginalized or omitted from the historical record. Discover how Moravian missionaries documented baptism, healing, and spiritual practices, while also navigating the tensions between African religious traditions and colonial authority. This episode offers fresh perspectives on Caribbean history, African diaspora history, genealogy, archival research, and the lasting impact of these eighteenth-century debates on contemporary understandings of African-derived religions throughout the Caribbean. Whether you're passionate about Caribbean genealogy, Black history, Atlantic World history, Obeah, the Moravian Church, or historical research, this conversation will transform the way you think about archives and the stories they preserve—and the ones they silence. In This Episode: ✔️ Archival Irruptions and what it means to "read against the archive" ✔️ The Moravian Church's role in colonial Jamaica ✔️ Obeah (Obia), African spirituality, and colonial law ✔️ Tacky's Revolt and its historical significance ✔️ Recovering the voices of enslaved Africans through archival research ✔️ Caribbean genealogy and the importance of historical records ✔️ How the past continues to shape conversations about religion, identity, and cultural heritage today   Book Link:https://www.katharinegerbner.com/books/archival-irruptions/ Website: https://www.katharinegerbner.com/ Bio: Associate Professor Katharine Gerbner is a historian of religion, race, slavery, and the Atlantic World at the University of Minnesota, where she also serves as Director of Religious Studies. She is the author of Christian Slavery and Archival Irruptions, which examines the criminalization of Obeah in eighteenth-century Jamaica. Her research uncovers marginalized voices through innovative archival methods, reshaping our understanding of Caribbean and African diaspora history.   History Podcasts For Historians https://blog.feedspot.com/history_podcasts_for_historians/  Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/  Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV  Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3  Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0  The Emotions of Researching your Family Tree: https://www.amazon.ca/Emotions-Researching-Your-Family-Tree-ebook/dp/   Support The Podcast https://ko-fi.com/disafimihistory/tip  Great Research Resource https://www.ancestorsofparadise.com/  Clothes https://effystyle.goaffpro.com/  Reservations for Barbados https://diaspora-discoveries.com/reservations  Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=74ffcf  Cultural Roots: https://www.skool.com/cultural-roots-reconnection-8301/about?ref=62a97470644b496897d06254e6796add    Recorded Music Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) 🎧 Subscribe to Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast for thought-provoking conversations exploring Caribbean history, genealogy, African diaspora studies, and the untold stories hidden within archives around the world.   #DisAFiMiHistoryPodcast #KatharineGerbner #ArchivalIrruptions #CaribbeanHistory #CaribbeanGenealogy #Obeah  #MoravianChurch #TackysRevolt #AfricanDiaspora #BlackHistory #Archives #ArchivalResearch #Genealogy #ColonialJamaica #AtlanticHistory #CaribbeanStudies #PublicHistory #HeritagePreservation #HistoryPodcast #JamaicanHistory

  5. Jun 28

    Becoming Indigenous: Haiti’s Revolutionary Rebirth

    In this episode Dr. Amanda T. Perry discusses her research on how early nineteenth-century Haiti used the language of indigeneity to define nationhood after the revolution. The conversation explores how formerly enslaved Africans, Taíno memory, and political claims to territory shaped the new state's identity and citizenship. Topics include the Declaration of Independence, racial and social divisions, exclusions of French colonists, later debates about Taíno presence, and the long-term implications for Caribbean ideas of belonging and nationhood.   Bio: Amanda T. Perry is a writer, scholar, educator, and literary critic based in Montréal, Québec. She teaches at both Champlain College Saint-Lambert and Concordia University, specializing in Caribbean literature, cultural studies, and postcolonial history. She earned her PhD in Comparative Literature from New York University, where her research focused on Caribbean literature in English, French, and Spanish. Her scholarship explores Caribbean identity, race, migration, sovereignty, and historical memory. She has published in leading journals, including Small Axe, The Global South, and the Journal of Early Modern Cultural Studies, and her research examines topics ranging from Haitian indigenism and abolition debates to the cultural impact of the Cuban Revolution across the Caribbean. Professor Perry is the author of the influential article Becoming Indigenous in Haiti: From Dessalines to La Revue Indigène, which explores how Haitians have used the concept of indigeneity to define national identity, sovereignty, and belonging from the Haitian Revolution through the twentieth century. Her work challenges conventional understandings of Caribbean identity by examining the intersections of African ancestry, Indigenous memory, and postcolonial nation-building. Beyond academia, Perry is a contributing editor with the Literary Review of Canada and has written for publications including The Walrus and The Globe and Mail. Her work is distinguished by its multilingual and interdisciplinary approach, bringing together history, literature, culture, and politics to deepen our understanding of the Caribbean and its diasporas. https://muse.jhu.edu/article/664084/summary   History Podcasts For Historians https://blog.feedspot.com/history_podcasts_for_historians/  Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/  Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV  Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3  Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0  Devotional Journal: https://a.co/d/8K3C8Hk  Support The Podcast https://ko-fi.com/disafimihistory/tip  Great Research Resource https://www.ancestorsofparadise.com/  Clothes https://effystyle.goaffpro.com/  Reservations for Barbados https://diaspora-discoveries.com/reservations  Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=74ffcf  Cultural Roots: https://www.skool.com/cultural-roots-reconnection-8301/about?ref=62a97470644b496897d06254e6796add    This episode was recorded at Waterfront Studio Link: https://www.waterfront.studio/home  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waterfront.studio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontstudio905/    Recorded Music Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) #DisAFiMiHistoryPodcast #AmandaTPerry #BecomingIndigenousInHaiti #HaitianHistory #Haiti #CaribbeanHistory #CaribbeanStudies #IndigenousHistory #TainoHeritage #BlackHistory #AfricanDiaspora #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #Ancestry #HistoricalMemory #NationBuilding #PostcolonialStudies #CulturalIdentity #CaribbeanDiaspora  #HistoryPodcast #DecolonizingHistory #HeritagePreservation #IdentityAndBelonging #AtlanticWorld #CaribbeanCulture

  6. Jun 21

    Many Threads, One Fabric: Unwoven Histories of Black Britain

    In this episode we speak with Paula Ogun Hector, creator of Tapestry of Black Britons, about uncovering and preserving the long, diverse history of people of African and Caribbean descent in Britain. We explore how art, community storytelling and archival research reveal contributions stretching from Roman Britain to the present. Through tapestry, workshops and exhibitions Paula shows how reclaiming these stories builds belonging, challenges myths about British history, and connects family and national memory across generations.   BIO: Paula Ogun Hector is a British cultural producer, artist, educator, and founder and Creative Director of Tapestry of Black Britons, a large-scale, touring “living tapestry” project that reimagines British history through the lens of African and Caribbean contributions. She created the project to address gaps in mainstream historical narratives by highlighting over 1,500 years of Black presence in Britain—from Roman Britain through to the present day. The work combines traditional textile methods, digital design, and community collaboration, resulting in woven and embroidered panels that are continuously developed with artists, schools, and local communities across the UK. Ogun Hector has over 20 years of experience working in inclusive storytelling and cultural production. Her earlier career includes work in television and media such as BBC programming (Black Britain, When Black Became Beautiful), alongside roles in public relations and cultural organisations including the Commission for Racial Equality, Centrepoint, and the BFI’s Black World Season. She is also an educator who has developed learning environments and creative programmes, including work supporting neurodiverse young people and delivering workshops in schools across the UK. Her practice focuses on creative wellbeing, education, and expanding opportunities for young people through arts engagement. Her work is influenced by thinkers and cultural theorists such as Paul Gilroy, Stuart Hall, and curator Okwui Enwezor, particularly in relation to ideas about diaspora, identity, and cultural memory. Through Tapestry of Black Britons, she continues to develop a national touring project that combines art, history, and community participation, with exhibitions across major UK venues and an expanding educational programme that invites the public to contribute to a more inclusive understanding of British history. Link: https://www.tapestryofblackbritons.com/    https://www.voice-online.co.uk/windrush/2026/06/03/bath-to-host-exhibitions-talks-and-church-services-celebrating-the-windrush-generation-later-this-month/   Book The Emotions of Researching your Family Tree: https://a.co/d/0jiaxXxi   #DisAFiMiHistoryPodcast #TapestryOfBlackBritons #PaulaOgunHector #BlackBritishHistory #BlackHistory #HiddenHistories #HistoryMatters #InclusiveHistory #PublicHistory #CommunityHistory#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #AncestryResearch #HistoricalResearch #MemoryArchive #CulturalHeritage #HeritagePreservation #ArchivesMatter #DiasporaHistory #AfricanDiaspora #CaribbeanHistory #BlackDiaspora #AfricanCaribbean #CaribbeanHeritage #GlobalBlackHistory #DiasporaStories #BlackCommunities #DecolonizingHistory #SharedHistories #UntoldStories #Storytelling #CulturalStorytelling #TextileArt #LivingArchive #ArtAndHistory #CreativeHeritage #MuseumEducation #HistoryThroughArt #CommunityArts #NarrativeChange

  7. Jun 14

    Beyond the Resort: Rediscovering Caribbean History and Community

    In this episode of Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris interviews travel journalist and TV host Natalie Preddie to explore Caribbean history beyond the typical resort experience. They delve into the rich heritage and family genealogy of the islands, uncovering stories shaped by colonialism and community resilience. Explore how community-led tourism offers travelers a meaningful connection to Caribbean culture and history. This conversation highlights sustainable travel, the positive local economic impact, and why understanding historical legacies is essential for connecting deeply with the Caribbean's people and places. BIO Natalie Preddie is of mixed race, award-winning Canadian travel journalist, author and BIPOC advocate with bylines in international publications including Globe & Mail, Travel & Leisure and The Washington Post. I have co-authored two travel books: Dance Adventures & Lonely Planet's Epic Runs of North America. I share travel tips with national television audiences on and am the host of NEW travel series, GET LOST with Natalie Preddie. I am the mother of three beautiful little boys who love to explore the world with me. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn551tLMv0c_OtVf19jjuCA Follow my travel adventures: IG: @ _nattyp FB: AdventuresOfNattyP Links Beyond The Resortbeyondtheresort.tv Natty P Onlinenattyponline.com Breakfast Televisionyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLoQK2ZSABo2_VKQKRuKGL_ktdedclt-En&si=uQ6UKfTBi3lguzMZ _@NattyPtwitter.com/_NattyP @_nattypinstagram.com/_nattyp Substacknpreddie.substack.com      Caribbean Podcasts https://blog.feedspot.com/caribbean_podcasts/   History Podcasts For Historians https://blog.feedspot.com/history_podcasts_for_historians/  Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/  Book The Emotions of Researching your Family Tree: https://a.co/d/0jiaxXxi    Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3  Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0  Devotional Journal: https://a.co/d/8K3C8Hk  Support The Podcast https://ko-fi.com/disafimihistory/tip  Great Research Resource https://www.ancestorsofparadise.com/  Clothes https://effystyle.goaffpro.com/  Reservations for Barbados https://diaspora-discoveries.com/reservations  Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=74ffcf  Cultural Roots: https://www.skool.com/cultural-roots-reconnection-8301/about?ref=62a97470644b496897d06254e6796add    Recorded at Waterfront Studios https://www.youtube.com/@UCZKx-1qpaaxMQOEsMhHlevg https://www.waterfront.studio/home Insta: https://www.instagram.com/waterfront.studio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontstudio905/ Linden: linkedin.com/company/waterfrontstudio416   Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) #Travel #NataliePreddie #history #culturalheritage #disafimihistory #caribbeanhistory #heritage #CaribbeanTravel #Tourism #EcoTourism # #Caribbeanhistorypodcast #blackhistory #podcastinterview #CaribbeanTravel #Travel #Atlanticworld #barbados #Jamaica #bahamas #Beyondtheresort #slaveryhistory #sustainable travel #ancestralroots #community-led tourism #localeconomicimpact

  8. Jun 7

    When Patois Speaks Justice: Language, Power and the Caribbean

    In this episode of Dis A fi mi History, Professor Clive Forrester explores how English and Creole coexist in the Caribbean and how language shapes power, identity, and access to justice. We discuss language advocacy, bilingual education, courtroom interpretation, and cultural movements that uplift Creole languages as tools for social justice and community empowerment. Bio: Professor Clive Forrester is a Jamaican linguist, educator, and scholar whose work explores the intersection of language, identity, and communication. His academic journey led him to investigate how judges in Jamaican courtrooms interpret and translate the speech of witnesses who speak Jamaican Creole, a subject that became the focus of his PhD dissertation and reflects his longstanding interest in language and social justice. Since relocating to Canada in 2008, Professor Forrester has been a passionate advocate for Jamaican language and culture. At York University, he developed and launched two courses dedicated to Jamaican Creole, helping to bring scholarly attention to one of the Caribbean's most vibrant linguistic traditions. In addition to his work at York, he has taught academic writing at Seneca College and Sheridan College, where he encourages students to express their ideas clearly, critically, and creatively through writing. A dedicated educator and mentor, Professor Forrester is committed to fostering a deeper understanding of language as a tool for communication, cultural preservation, and empowerment. His work continues to inspire conversations about the value of Jamaican Creole, the complexities of translation and interpretation, and the role of language in shaping personal and collective identity. Website: https://www.cliveforrester.com/   History Podcasts For Historians https://blog.feedspot.com/history_podcasts_for_historians/  Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/  Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV  Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3  Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0  Devotional Journal: https://a.co/d/8K3C8Hk  Support The Podcast https://ko-fi.com/disafimihistory/tip  Great Research Resource https://www.ancestorsofparadise.com/  Clothes https://effystyle.goaffpro.com/  Reservations for Barbados https://diaspora-discoveries.com/reservations  Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=74ffcf  Cultural Roots: https://www.skool.com/cultural-roots-reconnection-8301/about?ref=62a97470644b496897d06254e6796add    This episode was recorded at Waterfront Studio Link: https://www.waterfront.studio/home  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waterfront.studio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontstudio905/    Recorded Music Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) #WhenPatoisSpeaksJustice #DisAFiMiHistoryPodcast #JamaicanPatois #JamaicanCreole #LanguageAndPower #LanguageJustice #CaribbeanHistory #CaribbeanCulture #CaribbeanVoices #LinguisticJustice #Sociolinguistics #CreoleStudies #LanguageRights #LinguisticDiversity #LanguageMatters #EducationAndLanguage #CulturalStudies #CaribbeanScholarship #PublicHistory #KnowledgeSharing

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Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast Hosted by Wendy Aris A space where Caribbean history, family history, and heritage come to life. This podcast explores the legacies of colonialism and uncovers the often-overlooked stories that shaped the Caribbean and its people. Whether you're tracing your ancestral roots, exploring regional identity, or simply curious about the past that informs the present, Dis A Fi Mi History offers meaningful insights and resources for anyone interested in Caribbean genealogy and historical storytelling. Join host Wendy Aris as she speaks with historians, archivists, cultural practitioners, and everyday people who are piecing together the threads of their family and national histories.

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