Best Garifuna Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 8: Garifuna Resistance with Kimberly Palmer 1:15:48

27d ago1:15:48

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In this episode, Kim shares her research on Garifuna resistance to land privatisation and dispossession in Honduras. The conversation also illustrates the significance of ancestral memory and cultural survival. Link: https://www.escr-net.org/member/organizacion-fraternal-negra-hondurena-ofraneh These episodes feature activists and scholars who are …

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Episode 2: Dharmi Kapadia on Ethnic Inequalities Mental Health 38:43

40m ago38:43

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We talk to Dharmi about ethnic inequalities in mental health service in Britain. Dharmi explores the impact of racism, austerity and COVID-19 for access to support, advice and care. Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity at the University of Manchester. In these episodes we explore the research co…

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Rap, Reggae and Cultural Resistance in Belo Horizonte, Brazil 59:04

2d ago59:04

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Belo Horizonte is Brazil’s sixth largest city and including its surrounding districts, the country’s third largest metropolitan area. The capital of Minas Gerais, a state built on mining, dairy products and coffee production, Belo Horizonte is often seen as a parochial, conservative backwater, yet its thriving alternative arts scene provides robust…

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Episode 1: Adam Elliot-Cooper on Black Resistance to British Policing 52:58

5d ago52:58

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Adam returned to the studio to explore the history of Black resistance to British policing in Britain. Adam connects how global resistance to imperial cultures from the 20th century have helped to shape contemporary activist movements like Black Lives Matter. Welcome to this collaborative two-part series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity…

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La Bamba – The Afro-Mexican Story 59:04

8d ago59:04

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Much has been made of Mexico's rich Spanish and indigenous heritage, but until recently there's been little talk of Mexico's so-called "Third Root": Africa. Africans came to Mexico with the Spanish as soldiers and slaves -- so many that by 1810, the black population of Mexico was equal to that of the United States. Today, African heritage persists …

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Race & Ethnicity in Britain Season Two 0:40

9d ago0:40

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Surviving Society returns with a second collaborative series with the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity based at the University of Manchester, also known as CODE.

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Episode 10: Caribbean Food Systems with Sarah Bharath 1:15:34

13d ago1:15:34

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Sarah discusses “development”, gender, and food systems, as well as talks about her work as an agroecologist who is directly working with farmers to build community and promote regenerative agriculture. Link: https://www.sarahbharath.com/ These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, ju…

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Youssou N'Dour Live at the Ritz 59:04

16d ago59:04

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In 1989, very few Americans had heard the extraordinary voice of the man destined to be named “Best African Artists of the 20th Century.” Senegal’s Youssou N’Dour and his juggernaut mbalax band Le Super Etoile had played at The Ritz in New York three years earlier, and had recently been signed to Virgin Records. N’Dour’s own star was undoubtedly on…

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Amazigh Rising, Part 2 59:04

19d ago59:04

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The long awaited follow-up to Afropop's popular 2002 program "Berber Rising" brings listeners up to date on music being made by the original inhabitants of North Africa, the Imazighen, or Berber. The program will include interviews and music from Takfarinas, Malika Zarra, Idir, Amazight, Fatima Tabaamrant, Iness Mezel, Najat Aâtabou and more. We'll…

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Amazigh Rising 59:04

18d ago59:04

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The Amizigh, or Berber, are the original inhabitants of North Africa, which means their roots run deeper than the region’s better known Arab or European inhabitants. Berber history and music span from ancient sounds from the Atlas and Kabyle mountains to the latest pop fusions. In this, the first of Afropop’s Berber music series, we get the history…

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Planet Afropop - Season Finale with Noise Cans and the Swanky Kitchen Band 59:28

19d ago59:28

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The 20th edition of Planet Afropop marks the end of our first season. In this episode, we sample top new music picks from Mukwae and Banning, Georges remembers a childhood sweetheart, Mukwae interviews Bermudian DJ Noise Cans, and Banning interviews Samuel Rose of the Swanky Kitchen Band from the Cayman Islands.…

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Episode 9: The Maya Land Struggle with Pablo Mis 1:05:33

19d ago1:05:33

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Pablo gives an overview of the land rights victory won by the Maya people in the Caribbean Court of Justice, Indigenous governance, and the complexities of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent. Link: https://www.facebook.com/mayaleadersofsouthernbelize/?locale=en_GB These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots …

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Mbalax Fever 59:04

23d ago59:04

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From the 1970s to the present—hip-hop and Afrobeats notwithstanding—the most beloved and popular music in Senegal has been and remains mbalax. Mbalax grew out of a scene where urban bands Dakar bands like the Star Band and Orchestra Baobab were experimenting with Afro-Cuban music, funk and other foreign styles, blending and mixing them with local t…

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🌻Let Go of Fear of Success | Emotional Self-Care | Women Leaders | EP 81✨ 30:16

1M ago30:16

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🔥Free Safe Space for Women Leaders ➡️ https://utm.io/ug2OI Consider this the most transformational healing space online, but free🤗 If you are interested in my 1:1 mentorship, Click here to apply to work with me: https://norypouncil.com/workwithnory/ 📍Let's co-create magic in your life! Hola Mis Amores, in today's episode I am covering what it takes…

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Planet Afropop - The Garifuna Collective: They Came Before Columbus 52:34

1M ago52:34

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In this episode of Planet Afropop, we explore the music and language of the Caribbean coasts’ Afro-indigenous Garinagu People of Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, St. Vincent, and Nicaragua commonly known as the Garifuna. The official story is that these are descendants of enslaved Africans who were shipwrecked on the Island of St. Vincent in 1635. The …

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Episode 7: Deaf Inclusion and Activism Ian Dhanoolal 42:22

1M ago42:22

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Ian provides an overview of his research/activism on the realities and challenges of Deaf people in the Caribbean. He also provides insight into the colonial politics of sign language. Link: https://newsday.co.tt/2023/12/30/deaf-activist-ian-dhanoola-wins-hard-head-award/ These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of gr…

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🌻How I Finally Started to Enjoy My Life | Guide for Joyful Living | EP 80✨ 31:13

1M ago31:13

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SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the Yenory Pouncil Podcast! 📍Are you ready to co-create magic in your life? Apply for A Self-Trust Audit👇🏾 Click here to apply: https://norypouncil.com/workwithnory/ ✨Ready to make it official? Click here to subscribe to my channel ✅ https://youtube.com/@yenorypouncil Hola, Mis Amores, Let's get into it! Here's what you're go…

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Episode 6: Migration and Belonging with Tivia Collins 1:13:43

1M ago1:13:43

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In this episode, Tivia discusses her research with migrant women on borders and (non)belonging in the Caribbean, as well as the power relations and political economy of intra-regional movement. Link: https://www.tiviacollins.com/ These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassroots struggles for dignity, justice, an…

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East African Taarab 59:04

2M ago59:04

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The "taarab" music of East Africa's Swahili coast offers an amazing history lesson. Bantu and coastal Africans, Arabs, Portuguese, Germans, Brits, and Indians all figure in. With guest, anthropologist and author, Kelly Askew, this Hip Deep program explores the taarab music of Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam, Tanga, and Mombasa, Kenya. The show features rar…

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🌻Mini-Series | Healing From Burnout: Beyond Burnout: Life After Recovery | EP 79✨ 22:11

2M ago22:11

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SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the Yenory Pouncil Podcast! 📍Are you ready to co-create magic in your life? Wanna Apply for A Self-Trust Audit? Click here to apply: https://norypouncil.com/workwithnory/ Wanna join our Sisterhood of Black Women Healing? Click here: https://www.theselftrustsociety.com/ ✨Ready to make it official? Click here to subscribe to my…

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Episode 5: Trans and Queer Realities with Rae Alibey 1:27:02

2M ago1:27:02

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In this episode, Rae offers both personal and political insight into the realities, struggles, and forms of trauma and dehumanisation experienced by queer and trans people across the Caribbean. Link: https://caisott.org/meet-our-team/#:~:text=Rae%20Alibey%20(she/her) These episodes feature activists and scholars who are on the frontlines of grassro…

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Breaking Into Afrobeats 59:04

2M ago59:04

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On "Breaking Into Afrobeats" Georges Collinet and Lagos-based producer producer FayFay, shed light on the challenges faced by aspiring artists in the Afrobeats music industry in Nigeria. This episode introduces listeners to emerging talents like Romi, Bayanni, Boy Spyce, Lady Donli, Young John and Kidd Carder - highlighting their journeys, obstacle…

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🌻Mini-Series | Healing From Burnout: The Cure: Recovering from Emotional Exhaustion w/ Joy | EP 78✨ 20:17

2M ago20:17

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SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the Yenory Pouncil Podcast! 📍Are you ready to co-create magic in your life? Wanna Apply for A Self-Trust Audit? Click here to apply: https://norypouncil.com/workwithnory/ Wanna join our Sisterhood of Black Women Healing? Click here: https://www.theselftrustsociety.com/ ✨Ready to make it official? Click here to subscribe to my…

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Episode 4: The New JEWEL Movement with Tessa Barry 1:14:53

2M ago1:14:53

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In this episode, Tessa introduces and discusses her personal connection to Grenada’s New JEWEL Movement. The conversation focuses on the revolutionary government’s programme of women’s empowerment, agricultural self-sufficiency, and political education. Link: https://www.facebook.com/tessa.barry.581?mibextid=hu50Ix These episodes feature activists …

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🌻Mini-Series | Healing From Burnout: Causes & Symptoms: 4 Signs of Burnout, You’re Not Lazy | EP 77✨ 23:55

2M ago23:55

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SHOW NOTES: Welcome to the Yenory Pouncil Podcast! 📍Are you ready to co-create magic in your life? Wanna Apply for A Self-Trust Audit? Click here to apply: https://norypouncil.com/workwithnory/ Wanna join our Sisterhood of Black Women Healing? Click here: https://www.theselftrustsociety.com/ ✨Ready to make it official? Click here to subscribe to my…

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Planet Afropop - Chimurenga Legacy: Thomas Mapfumo and Mary Anibal 59:32

2M ago59:32

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Afropop’s Banning Eyre published his prize-winning biography of Thomas Mapfumo, Lion Songs, in 2015. In this episode, he visits the Lion of Zimbabwe at his home in Eugene, Oregon, to discuss new music, the current state of Zimbabwe and more. We hear from Mapfumo’s latest album, Ndikutambire, and sneak previews of works in progress. We also meet 24-…

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Episode 3: Indigenous Future-making with Filiberto Penados 1:07:54

2M ago1:07:54

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In this episode, Filiberto discusses the inextricable links between colonial power and modernity, as well as race, dispossession, and capitalism, whilst providing insight into the realities of Indigenous people. Link: https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/a-beginners-guide-to-building-better-worlds These episodes feature activists and scholars who a…

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Ethiopia Part 2: Diaspora and Return 59:04

2M ago59:04

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Part 2 of our Hip Deep in Ethiopia series features insights from Professor Kay Shelemay of Harvard University, author most recently of Sing and Sing On: Sentinal Musicians and the Making of the Ethiopian American Diaspora (2022). This episode, originally aired in 2009, takes us into Ethiopian Diaspora communities in the United States and Israel, an…

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