Our Ancestors Were Messy

Nichole Hill
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Our Ancestors Were Messy

Our Ancestors Were Messy, is a podcast covering the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines in the Black newspapers of segregated communities during the pre-Civil Rights era. On each episode, host Nichole Hill and her guests follow the story of an ancestor in search of opportunity, adventure, love, and a way to beat Jim Crow. Hill and her guests learn the mess - and eventual history - their ancestors make along the way. Support this independent production by joining the donor community at: ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com Follow us on Instagram @ourancestorsweremessy @nicholewthanh

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO · BONUS

    Minisode #5 | Coming Up on Our Ancestors Were Messy

    Host Nichole Hill shares the film festival where she launched the podcast along with a sneak peek of next week's episode. To support this independent production and access bonus content, visit www.OurAncestorsWereMessy.Supercast.com.

    4 min
  2. Zora Neale Hurston vs. Langston Hughes: The Pleasures & Perils of Working With Friends

    APR 9

    Zora Neale Hurston vs. Langston Hughes: The Pleasures & Perils of Working With Friends

    Zora Neale Huston and Langston Hughes finally set to work writing their play but outside influences and crossed wires spell trouble for this historic pair.

    1h 9m

  3. APR 2 · BONUS

    Minisode #4 | Coming Up on Our Ancestors Were Messy

    Host Nichole Hill shares how listeners can support the show and a sneak peek of next week's episode. To support this independent production and access bonus content, visit www.OurAncestorsWereMessy.Supercast.com.

    5 min
  4. Zora Neale Hurston + Langston Hughes: Best Friends Forever

    MAR 26

    Zora Neale Hurston + Langston Hughes: Best Friends Forever

    It's the summer of 1927 and Zora Neale Huston and Langston Hughes are driving across the South searching for folklore, swapping stories of their own, and enjoying being the newfound stars of the Harlem Renaissance.

    55 min

  5. MAR 19 · BONUS

    Minisode #3 | Coming up on Our Ancestors Were Messy

    Host Nichole Hill shares a research tip, updates for the Household aka the donor community, where to find bonus material, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.

    6 min
  6. A Love Story for the Ages!

    MAR 12

    A Love Story for the Ages!

    Nichole, Zakiya and Emmanuel read three drama-filled love stories from historic Black newspapers and select the one that they believe could stand the test of time.

    50 min

  7. MAR 5 · BONUS

    Minisode #2 | Coming Up on Our Ancestors Were Messy

    Host Nichole Hill shares listener mail, an update for the Household aka the donor community, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.

    5 min
  8. Oscar Micheaux and the Family Feud That Launched Black Hollywood

    FEB 26

    Oscar Micheaux and the Family Feud That Launched Black Hollywood

    At the turn of the century, Oscar Micheaux - a dreamer from Smallville - makes his way to the big city searching for fame, fortune...and a change to his single status! What he finds is a wife he loves, a father-in-law he hates, and a path into Black history he could have never imagined.

    1h 12m

  9. FEB 19 · BONUS

    Minisode #1 | Coming Up on Our Ancestors Were Messy

    Host Nichole Hill shares a programming note, a thank you, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.

    3 min
  10. "Stings for Our Enemies. Honey for Our Friends."

    FEB 12

    "Stings for Our Enemies. Honey for Our Friends."

    A Victorian Era love triangle rocks the elites of DC. The Washington Bee newspaper is on the scene and thrilled to cover every scandalous detail!

    1h 1m

  11. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing: Our Ancestors Were Messy (Coming Feb. 12th)

    New episodes air February 12th. For more info and to sign up for the newsletter visit ourancestorsweremessy.com Our Ancestors Were Messy is a show about our ancestors and all their drama! Host Nichole Hill and her guests sift through the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines in historical Black newspapers.

    3 min

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About

Our Ancestors Were Messy, is a podcast covering the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines in the Black newspapers of segregated communities during the pre-Civil Rights era. On each episode, host Nichole Hill and her guests follow the story of an ancestor in search of opportunity, adventure, love, and a way to beat Jim Crow. Hill and her guests learn the mess - and eventual history - their ancestors make along the way. Support this independent production by joining the donor community at: ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com Follow us on Instagram @ourancestorsweremessy @nicholewthanh

Information

  • Creator
    Nichole Hill
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023-3023 Our Ancestors Were Messy
  • Show Website
    Our Ancestors Were Messy

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