RADIO RESISTANCE

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RADIO RESISTANCE

RADIO RESISTANCE is a culture and arts show where we touch on a new city, country, or region each week. Throughout our journey, in each episode, we’ll share some interesting history, tell fun facts and incredible stories, chat with friends, and much much more. The common theme embedded into this radio show is you guessed it… Resistance! Our mission is to highlight stories and struggles that have taken place elsewhere to inspire all of you listening at home.

Épisodes

  1. Black History Month Special: The Power of Passion

    5 MARS

    Black History Month Special: The Power of Passion

    During Black History Month, we often hear about the historic accomplishments of figures such as Rosa Parks, Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But do you know the story of the first black female medical doctor in the United States or the story of the man behind some of the most iconic photos of the civil rights movement or the story of the interracial marriage that changed precedents forever? In this episode, Surya delves into these stories and so much more! Image Credit: Gordon Parks, Self-Portrait, 1941 – The Gordon Parks Foundation

    26 min
  2. American Voices of Resistance

    01/11/2023

    American Voices of Resistance

    This episode centers in upon American voices that have contributed towards great progress in many realms. Highlighting inspiring thinkers, artists, authors and activists, these highlights are also accompanied with interviews from the figures themselves. These voices represent multiple different communities across the United States in a multitude of disciplines. Photo Credit: Rowland Scherman - US National Archives and Records Administration

    37 min
  3. TNT and the Guianas: Atlantic Indians

    08/10/2023

    TNT and the Guianas: Atlantic Indians

    In today’s episode, host Surya Vir talks about Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and Suriname. These countries are located in the northeastern shoulder of South America, north of Brazil and southeast of Venezuela. More specifically, Surya centers in upon the interesting ethnic group of Indians residing in these countries. The descendants of indentured servants brought over by the British empire in the 19th century; these Atlantic Indians or Indo-Caribbeans are a population with a rich and unique culture. During the episode, Surya also talks with Dr. Lomarsh Roopnarine, a Guyanese history professor at Jackson State University. Join Surya as he explores the complex history of Indians in the Caribbean.

    50 min
  4. Chile and the other 9/11

    28/09/2023

    Chile and the other 9/11

    In today's episode, host Surya Vir talks about Chile and more specifically, the fall of democracy and the rise of fascism that took place in the '70s. This dictatorship took power on September 11th, 1973, and yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of this event. During this episode, Surya talks with Carolina Espinoza, an expert on Chilean affairs to get her perspectives on the history of the event along with its ramifications. Photo Credit: John M. Hall

    44 min
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À propos

RADIO RESISTANCE is a culture and arts show where we touch on a new city, country, or region each week. Throughout our journey, in each episode, we’ll share some interesting history, tell fun facts and incredible stories, chat with friends, and much much more. The common theme embedded into this radio show is you guessed it… Resistance! Our mission is to highlight stories and struggles that have taken place elsewhere to inspire all of you listening at home.

Informations

  • Création
    WSUM
  • Années d’activité
    2023 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    4
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © 2024 WSUM
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