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04/06/2024

In our first episode of this series, we explored the immense profits generated by the Trans Atlantic Slave trade. Today, in part two, we focus on how European powers wielded their influence to enslave Africans. If you haven’t listened to the first part of The Business of slavery, you can find it i...

21/05/2024

This is the first of three episodes where Jay and D take a deep dive into the business of slavery. In this episode they take a look at the wealth generated on the backs of African slaves and how slavery became a cornerstone of European economic systems. Sources: - "Capitalism and Slavery" by Eric Wi...

06/05/2024

In today’s episode Jay and D delve into the history of women-led slave revolts, true stories shrouded in the shadows of the past. Historians like Dr. Rebecca Hall have meticulously unearthed evidence revealing that women were not just passive victims of oppression. They provided fierce resistance,...

22/04/2024

Amidst the turmoil of the War of 1812, there exist stories often left untold. Enslaved African Americans seized a chance for freedom amidst the chaos of conflict, their narratives a powerful yet often overlooked aspect during this time. Join Jay and D as they take a look at what this event meant for...

08/04/2024

Jay and D talk about aspects of the remarkable life and legacy of Bayard Rustin as seen in the Movie Rustin.

25/03/2024

In this episode, Jay and D talk about the truth behind the Black Panthers - a group whose legacy extends far beyond the headlines. More than just a militant organization, but a beacon of empowerment and resistance for Black communities across the United States and Canada ...

18/03/2024

Jay and D talk about anti black or so called Race Riots that have happened in Canada and The U.S.

12/03/2024

In this episode Jay and D spotlight the vibrant communities of North and East Preston and the challenges of writing the historic wrong of land titles.

04/03/2024

Jay and D discuss the remarkable legacy of Canadian Black sleeping car porters.

26/02/2024

In this episode, Jay and D delve into The New York Times article titled "A Journey Through Black Nova Scotia," penned by Shayla Martin and initially released on September 12, 2022. Shayla Martin's website https://www.shaylamartin.com/about/ ...

19/02/2024

Jay and D revisit the question of whether systemic racism is an issue in Canada

12/02/2024

Jay and D look at one of the most important aspects of North American Black history. The Underground Railroad.

05/02/2024

Jay and D dispel the notion that Canadian history is unmarked by the stain of slavery.

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05/07/2023

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22/05/2023

Jay and D have a conversation with local Toronto historian, Joanne Doucette, about the forgotten Black history of Leslieville

08/05/2023

The Down Home podcast welcomes Joshua “Scribe” Watkis to talk about how he uses his craft of written words to navigate Anti Blackness in his book “Black Blossom, Harsh North”. A collection of 14 poems to his daughter and 7 poems to Canada ...

01/05/2023

In this episode Jay and D have a conversation with public speaker and cultural anthropologist Kurtis Brooks-Lnug about what he considers a few of the misconceptions of the Atlantic Slave trade.

24/04/2023

Jay and D talk about the historic link between Nova Scotia and Freetown Sierra Leone

28/03/2023

In this episode Jay and D have a round table discussion about equity and inclusion in education with Tess Porter, former teacher at Algonquin college and current OCDSB Black graduation Coach, and DR. Venus Olla who organizes counselling and wellness programs at the University of Windor ...

20/03/2023
13/03/2023

New Episode: # 54 is ready to Stream. Check it out Down Home
Peace!

Episode 54 is available to stream. Check out our Interview with Community leader and Educator, Melinda Daye. Down Home P...
13/03/2023

Episode 54 is available to stream. Check out our Interview with Community leader and Educator, Melinda Daye. Down Home

Peace

In this episode Jay and D talk with one of the mentors that played a big part in their early years. Community advocate, and life long educator Melinda Daye....

13/03/2023

In this episode Jay and D talk with one of the mentors that played a big part in their early years. Community advocate, and life long educator Melinda Daye. In this conversation they talk about her life in the church and the effects of gentrification in the North End of Halifax Nova Scotia. ...

06/03/2023

In this Episode Jay and D talk about the unique aspects of Scotian Food with Nigel Finley, who has worked many years as an Executive Chef, and Wendie Wilson, prominent Black educator, author, artist and community activist.

27/02/2023

Jay and D have a conversation with Joshua "Scribe" Watkis, renowned spoken word poet. In this wide ranging conversation we discuss community, family and inspiration.

Down Home: North End Community leaders Circa early 80's
25/02/2023

Down Home: North End Community leaders
Circa early 80's

20/02/2023

Jay and D discuss the Jamaican Maroons and their brief history in Nova Scotia

13/02/2023

Jay and D talk about the impact The Book of Negroes has on Black History

06/02/2023

Jay and D are joined by personal trainer and actor, Garfield Watson, to talk about Legendary boxer Sam Langford.

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