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

Dis A Fi Mi History PodcastHosted 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

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28:32

Caribbean Food History: The Stories Behind What’s on...

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2026/10/04

What does the food on your plate tell you about Caribbean history?In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris speaks with Roger Carmichael of Uncharted Taste about the fascinating history behind Caribbean food and the many peoples, cultures, migrations and traditions that have shaped what we eat today. Caribbean cuisine is not simply a collection of recipes. It is a record of history, migration, survival, adaptation, trade, culture and memory. Together, Wendy and Roger explore

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12:34

Season 10 Launch: Uncovering Caribbean Family...

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2026/09/27

Season 10 of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast is here! Join Wendy Aris, Caribbean historian, genealogist, author, and host of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, for another season exploring Caribbean history, family history, genealogy, archival research, migration, memoir, culture, and the stories that shape our understanding of the Caribbean and its people. Season 10 explores the power of language and storytelling—how books, articles, memoirs, family stories, archives, DNA, and personal memories can help us

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45:52

DNA, Surnames & Secrets: Tracing the Sotomayor Line...

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2026/09/20

How far back can DNA and genealogy take you? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, we explore the fascinating history of the Sotomayor family in Puerto Rico, tracing ancestral connections back to the late 1500s through the combination of genetic genealogy, archival research, and historical records. Professor Antonio Sotomayor explains how Y-DNA testing, TMRCA (Time to Most Recent Common Ancestor), agnatic lineages, surname variations, and maternal ancestry can help genealogists uncover

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64:39

Counter Narratives: Reclaiming Caribbean Histories

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2026/09/13

What happens when Caribbean voices and community histories are left out of mainstream historical narratives? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, the hosts speak with the founders of Counter Narratives Gyonne Zafira & Nagila Muller, an organization working to challenge historical erasure and preserve the stories, experiences, and knowledge of Caribbean communities. The conversation explores how oral history, archival research, digital archives, and community mapping can recover

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35:27

Decoding Kin: Genealogical Bioinformatics Solves...

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2026/09/06

How can DNA testing, artificial intelligence, and genealogical bioinformatics uncover family secrets hidden for generations? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris is joined by Arun Konanur, a genetic genealogist and creator of patented genealogical bioinformatics tools, to explore how advanced DNA analysis is transforming family history research.Discover how Correlated Multiphasic Analysis (CMA) combines DNA evidence, data mining, and pattern recognition to solve complex

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28:10

Crown & Code: The Politics of Black Hair

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2026/08/30

How did Black hair become a symbol of race, identity, power, and resistance? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris sits down with Dr. Shaunasea Brown to explore the complex history of Black hair from the era of transatlantic slavery to the present day.Discover how European beauty standards shaped ideas of "good" and "bad" hair, influencing generations of Black communities across the Caribbean and the African diaspora. Dr. Brown examines the historical roots of hair

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50:29

Bush Girl Medicine: Rediscovering Caymanian Healing...

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2026/08/23

What can Caymanian bush medicine teach us about history, healing, and cultural identity? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris welcomes Hannah Reed Ford, founder of Bush Girl Medicine, to explore the rich tradition of Caymanian herbal medicine and the ancestral knowledge passed down through generations.Discover how medicinal plants have supported the health and well-being of Caymanian families while preserving cultural heritage and strengthening community resilience

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81:40

When Rights Traveled: Revolutions and Rising...

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2026/08/16

The 1790s marked a turning point in Caribbean history, as revolutionary ideas swept across the Atlantic world and transformed the lives of free and enslaved people throughout the Greater Caribbean. In this episode of the Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, Professor Klooster explores how the French Revolution, the Declaration of the Rights of Man, Spanish colonial reforms, and British abolitionist debates inspired new hopes for freedom, equality, and citizenship.Discover how revolutionary ideals spread

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61:14

Rhythms of Memory: Caribbean Music as Archive and...

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2026/08/09

How does Caribbean music preserve history, identity, and cultural memory? Can a song tell the story of a people as powerfully as a history book? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris welcomes Darren Shillingford for an engaging conversation about how Caribbean music serves as a living archive—preserving the history, traditions, resilience, and identity of Caribbean people across generations. From the rhythms of steelpan and the storytelling tradition of calypso to Caribbean

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67:15

From Jersey to the Caribbean: Salt Cod, Slavery & the...

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2026/08/02

How did a small island in the English Channel become deeply connected to the Caribbean through the salt cod trade? What role did Jersey merchants play in the transatlantic economy, and how did salt cod become a staple food throughout the Caribbean?In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris welcomes photographer, researcher, and maritime historian Martin Toft to discuss his groundbreaking research project, Entrepôt, and his Dispatch 1: Caribbean fieldwork exploring the

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49:27

More-ish Flavours: Uncovering Caribbean Food,...

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2026/07/26

How can food tell the story of a people? What can Caribbean cuisine reveal about migration, colonialism, family history, and identity across the diaspora?In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris sits down with Hema Ramsingh of The Moreish Podcast for a rich conversation about Caribbean food culture, storytelling, genealogy, and the lasting legacies of colonialism. Together, they explore how traditional dishes, family recipes, and everyday meals carry memories of migration,

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63:49

Legal Chains: How Colonial Law Forged the Caribbean’s...

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2026/07/19

How did colonial laws shape slavery, race, and justice in the Caribbean—and why do their legacies still matter today? In this thought-provoking episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris explores the enduring impact of colonial law, slavery, and the legal systems that established and maintained racial inequality throughout the Caribbean and the African diaspora. Through historical analysis and engaging conversation, this episode examines how colonial governments used legislation to

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45:16

How We Disappear: Memory, Tech and Small Erosions

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2026/07/12

What happens when our memories, photographs, documents, and digital lives slowly disappear? How can we ensure that future generations inherit not just our records, but our stories? In this episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris sits down with historian Tom Mullaney to discuss his thought-provoking book, How We Disappear, and the many ways history can be lost—not only through catastrophic events but through the gradual erosion of personal records, family archives, and digital

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51:23

Archival Irruptions: Moravians, Obeah, and Hidden...

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2026/07/05

What can archives tell us about the lives of enslaved Africans—and what have they left unsaid? In this compelling episode of Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris welcomes Associate Professor Kathrine Gerbner to discuss her groundbreaking new book, Archival Irruptions. Together, they explore how Caribbean archives, missionary records, and colonial documents both reveal and conceal the religious lives, resilience, and agency of enslaved Africans in eighteenth-century Jamaica. The conversation

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24:53

Becoming Indigenous: Haiti’s Revolutionary Rebirth

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2026/06/28

In this episode Dr. Amanda T. Perry discusses her research on how early nineteenth-century Haiti used the language of indigeneity to define nationhood after the revolution. The conversation explores how formerly enslaved Africans, Taíno memory, and political claims to territory shaped the new state's identity and citizenship. Topics include the Declaration of Independence, racial and social divisions, exclusions of French colonists, later debates about Taíno presence, and the long-term implications

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30:33

Many Threads, One Fabric: Unwoven Histories of Black...

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2026/06/21

In this episode we speak with Paula Ogun Hector, creator of Tapestry of Black Britons, about uncovering and preserving the long, diverse history of people of African and Caribbean descent in Britain. We explore how art, community storytelling and archival research reveal contributions stretching from Roman Britain to the present.Through tapestry, workshops and exhibitions Paula shows how reclaiming these stories builds belonging, challenges myths about British history, and connects family and

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26:20

Beyond the Resort: Rediscovering Caribbean History...

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2026/06/14

In this episode of Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris interviews travel journalist and TV host Natalie Preddie to explore Caribbean history beyond the typical resort experience. They delve into the rich heritage and family genealogy of the islands, uncovering stories shaped by colonialism and community resilience. Explore how community-led tourism offers travelers a meaningful connection to Caribbean culture and history. This conversation highlights sustainable travel, the positive local

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35:42

When Patois Speaks Justice: Language, Power and the...

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2026/06/07

In this episode of Dis A fi mi History, Professor Clive Forrester explores how English and Creole coexist in the Caribbean and how language shapes power, identity, and access to justice.We discuss language advocacy, bilingual education, courtroom interpretation, and cultural movements that uplift Creole languages as tools for social justice and community empowerment. Bio: Professor Clive Forrester is a Jamaican linguist, educator, and scholar whose work explores the intersection of language,

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6:58

Season 9: Memory Archives — Caribbean Voices Remembered

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2026/06/03

Dis A fi mi History Season 9 explores memory, archives, and cultural preservation across the Caribbean and its diaspora. Episodes examine language, music, archives, genealogy, spirituality, and the stories that shape identity.Featuring conversations with scholars and community storytellers—from linguistic forensics and ancestral healing to archival silences and genetic genealogy—this season highlights how we remember, resist, and preserve our past for the present and future.

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26:47

Storytelling as Archive: Preserving Caribbean History...

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2026/05/31

Welcome back to Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast—where we center Caribbean histories, voices, and the many ways our stories are preserved across generations, including family genealogy and heritage. Today’s episode reminds us that not all archives are written—some are spoken, performed, and passed down through voice, serving as a vital mode of preserving Caribbean history and culture. Across the Caribbean, storytelling has long been one of the most powerful ways to preserve memory and family history

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