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

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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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  1. Colors That Move: Stafford Schliefer on Jamaican Life, Art, and Caribbean Heritage

    In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris dives into Caribbean history and heritage through the lens of Jamaican self-taught artist Stafford Schliefer. They…

    S7 E1325:44
  2. Braided Seeds, Living Memory: Maroon Women's Role in Caribbean History and Resistance

    Explore the vital role of Maroon women in Caribbean history, family genealogy, and cultural resistance. Host Wendy Aris speaks with Dr. Tinde van Andel about Maroon communities in…

    S7 E1226:28
  3. The Miskito Kingdom: Colonial Legacies and the Sambo-Tawira Split in Caribbean History

    In this episode of the Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris delves into Caribbean history and heritage through an insightful conversation with Professor Karl Offen on the M…

    S7 E1101:02:50
  4. Dis A Fi Mi History: Reflecting on 100 Episodes and Caribbean Family HeritageTrailer

    Host Wendy Aris reflects on an extraordinary 2025 for the Dis A Fi Mi History podcast, celebrating 100 episodes with over 10,000 downloads and listeners spanning 125 countries. Cha…

    07:03
  5. Flying Fish in the Great White North: Caribbean Migration and Barbadian Heritage in Canada

    In this insightful episode, host Wendy Aris dives into Caribbean history and family genealogy with Dr. Christopher Stuart Taylor as they discuss his book 'Flying Fish in the Great…

    S7 E1045:59
  6. Saving Corn Island: Reviving Caribbean Heritage Through a Virtual Library

    In this episode of Dis A fi mi explores Caribbean history and colonialism with Mr. Shayron Tower, founder of the Corn Islands Virtual Library. They delve into the island's rich fam…

    S7 E953:44
  7. Forgotten Voyages: African American Migration and Heritage in Caribbean History

    In this episode, host Wendy Aris speaks with historian Ryan Mann-Hamilton about the often-overlooked 19th-century migration of free African Americans from the United States to Sama…

    S7 E841:42
  8. A Civil Inconvenience: Slave Marriage and Resistance in the Caribbean Under Colonialism

    In this captivating episode of Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris delves into the complex history of slave marriage and resistance in the British West Indies with Profess…

    S7 E758:49
  9. Hidden Roots: East Indians of Belize — Migration, Memory, and Resilience in Caribbean History

    Host Wendy Aras dives into Caribbean history and colonialism with Dr. Kumar Mahabir in this compelling episode exploring the East Indians of Belize. They trace three waves of migra…

    S7 E634:13
  10. Owning Your Story: Exploring Jamaican Genealogy and Caribbean Identity with Jacquie Stewart

    Host Wendy Aris and guest Jacquie Stewart delve into Caribbean history, specifically focusing on Jamaican genealogy and the impact of colonialism on family identity. This episode e…

    S7 E550:31
  11. DNA and Caribbean History: Reclaiming Lost Roots from Colonialism

    Welcome to the Dis A fi mi History Podcast, where we explore Caribbean history through the lens of DNA testing and family genealogy. In this episode, we discuss how genetic researc…

    S7 E413:24
  12. Eat, Feel, Dream: Exploring Caribbean History and Family Heritage Through Food with Griot's Table

    In this episode of Dis A fi mi History, Brian Birch of Griot's Table explores how food acts as a powerful storyteller in Caribbean history, family genealogy, and cultural heritage.…

    S7 E327:28
  13. Tumba Francesa: A Living Archive of Caribbean History and Afro-Caribbean Heritage

    In this episode, host Wendy Aris explores Caribbean history and heritage with Professor Francesca Negro, focusing on her article "Tumba Francesa, Kinetic and Linguistic Archive of…

    S7 E243:58
  14. Rediscovering the Taino and Caribbean History with Olive Senior on Paradise Once

    In this compelling episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris dives deep into Caribbean history and colonialism through a conversation with Jamaican poet and author Ol…

    S7 E127:50
  15. Kalinago Resilience: Dominica's Indigenous Story & Heritage with Crispin Gregoire

    In this episode, Wendy Aris interviews Crispin Gregoire about the Kalinago people of Dominica, exploring their rich family history and cultural traditions. We delve into their deep…

    S6 E1601:11:14
  16. Colonialism in St. Eustatius: The Wealth Built on Slavery

    In this episode, we explore St. Eustatius — the "Golden Rock" — and how its prosperity during the 18th century was deeply rooted in colonialism, powered by the transatlantic slave…

    S6 E1514:44
  17. Roots of Limón: Afro‑Caribbean Voices in 1930s Costa Rica | Family History & Heritage

    In this episode of Dis A fi mi History, we dive into the Caribbean history of the 1930s as Wendy Aris speaks with Dr. Natasha Gordon‑Chipembere about the migration of Afro‑Caribbea…

    S6 E1401:00:49
  18. Mount Misery Rebellion: Exploring the Forgotten 1639 Uprising of St. Kitts in Caribbean History

    In this episode of the Dis A fi mi History Podcast, we delve into the near-forgotten 1639 uprising on St. Kitts, an important event in Caribbean history where over 60 enslaved peop…

    S6 E1312:16
  19. From Igbo to Jamaica: Archibald Monteath's Legacy and Colonialism

    In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris delves into the extraordinary life and legacy of Archibald Monteath — a notable figure in Caribbean history, embodyi…

    S6 E1255:41
  20. Voices in the Margins: African Muslims and Caribbean Heritage

    In this episode of Dis a Fi Mi History, host Wendy Aris and guest Suleiman Bulbulia delve into the overlooked story of African Muslims in the Caribbean, with a particular focus on…

    S6 E1129:36
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