Every house is haunted. In each episode of Family Ghosts, we investigate the true story behind a mysterious figure whose legend has followed a family for generations. Grandmothers who were secretly jewel smugglers, uncles who led double lives, siblings who vanished without a trace, and other ghostly characters who cast shadows over our lives in ways that might not be immediately obvious. We are all formed in part by our familial collections of secrets, intrigues, and myths. By engaging with ...
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Join Monique and Kevin for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion in Part 2 of their deep dive into Black history. This episode explores the complex historical and cultural factors shaping African-American identity, from the impact of African diseases on the transatlantic slave trade to the unique cultural dynamics of the American South. Discover how climate, disease immunity, and regional differences influenced the migration and assimilation challenges faced by African-Americans, as well as the surprising cultural exchanges between Black and White Southerners. The hosts address myths about slavery, the diversity of African ethnicities, and the economic roots of the slave trade. The Story of Black America https://youtu.be/nlxPMiR7IcE
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Join Monique and Kevin for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion in Part 2 of their deep dive into Black history. This episode explores the complex historical and cultural factors shaping African-American identity, from the impact of African diseases on the transatlantic slave trade to the unique cultural dynamics of the American South. Discover how climate, disease immunity, and regional differences influenced the migration and assimilation challenges faced by African-Americans, as well as the surprising cultural exchanges between Black and White Southerners. The hosts address myths about slavery, the diversity of African ethnicities, and the economic roots of the slave trade. The Story of Black America https://youtu.be/nlxPMiR7IcE
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