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Exploring Jamaican African Religious Traditions with Professor Renaldo McKenzie

Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast: Explore Caribbean Ancestry & Culture
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In today's episode I will be joined by Professor Renaldo McKenzie as he delves into the rich tapestry of Jamaican African religious traditions. From the vibrant rituals of Pukumina to the deep-rooted practices of Rastafarianism, this episode uncovers the spiritual essence and cultural significance of these traditions. Tune in as we explore the intersection of faith, heritage, and identity in Jamaica's diverse religious landscape. Subscribe now to embark on a captivating journey through Jamaica's spiritual history! BIO: Prof. Renaldo McKenzie (Rev.) is the President and Chairman of The NeoLiberal Corporation, Adjunct Professor at Jamaica Theological Seminary, Doctoral Candidate at Georgetown University, member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and the author of, "Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty And Resistance." Renaldo graduated from The University of Pennsylvania with a Master of Liberal Arts in 2011 and then a Master of Philosophy in 2013. Prof. McKenzie will publish his second major work in late October 2023 entitled, "Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered, Neo-Capitalism and the Death of Nations, co-authored by Prof. Emeritus Dr. Martin Oppenheimer. Links: Book: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Renaldo-C-McKenzie Website: https://renaldocmckenzie.com/ X: https://twitter.com/RenaldoMcKenzie Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theneoliberal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renaldocmckenzie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/renaldo.mckenzie/ To Participate in the study, complete intake form: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372364213_Exploring_Changing_Attitudes_towards_Afro-Caribbean_Beliefs_in_JamaicaCaribbean_A_Study_of_Socio-Political_Religious_and_Cultural_Influences Follow: Twitter: https://twitter.com/eppinghall?lang=el Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/ Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3 Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) #history #africantraditions #jamaicapodcast #Historyofreligion #britishatlantichistory #religion #CaribbeanHistory #JamaicanReligion #jamaicahistory

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