Dr Maria del Pilar Kaladeen - A Daughter's Journey from Indenture to Windrush: Exploring Caribbean Family History
Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast: Explore Caribbean Ancestry & CulturePlay episode
Show notes
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Maria del Pilar Kaladeen about her captivating journey through Caribbean family history from indenture to the Windrush era. Drawing inspiration from her article, "A Daughter's Journey from Indenture to Windrush," Dr. Kaladeen shares her profound insights into how colonialism has shaped her family genealogy and personal identity. This exploration is not just about tracing roots but also about understanding the diverse narratives that contribute to Caribbean heritage. Join us as we delve into this journey of self-discovery, filled with turns, viewpoints, and connections to heritage.
Bio:
María del Pilar Kaladeen is an Associate Fellow at the Institute of Commonwealth Studies, University of London. Her work considers issues of memory, cultural identity, and Empire. She is the editor of the anthologies We Mark Your Memory: Writing from the Descendants of Indenture (University of London Press, 2018) and The Other Windrush: Legacies of Indenture in Britain’s Caribbean Empire (Pluto Press, 2021). María is also one of the co-editors of the new Journal for the Study of Indentureship and its Legacies.
Article Link: https://books.openbookpublishers.com/10.11647/obp.0218/ch17.xhtml
Website:
https://mariadelpilarkaladeen.com/
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Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed)
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