Strictly Facts: A Guide to Caribbean History and Culture
Alexandria MillerAre you passionate about Caribbean history, its diverse culture, and its impact on the world? Join Strictly Facts: A Guide to Caribbean History and Culture as we explore the rich tapestry of Caribbean stories told through the eyes of its people – historians, artists, experts, and enthusiasts who share empowering facts about the region’s past, present, and future. Strictly Facts is a biweekly podca... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 147 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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There is a common myth surrounding Caribbean indigenous history that starts and ends with colonialism. In today's episode, we are joined by linguist Dr. Paula Prescod to explore what her new scholarl... more
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In honor of Calypso History Month this October and the recent passing of the great "Calypso King of the World" Slinger “Mighty Sparrow” Francisco, we reshare this throwback episode with music sociolo... more
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Caribbean people know all too well that the story of migration doesn’t end at the border. Dr. Tyesha Maddox, Associate Professor at Fordham University, joins us for a conversation about the history o... more
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Country music in Jamaica sounds like a contradiction until you hear the connections. We connect the dots between Radio Jamaica Rediffusion, Western films on local screens, farm work migration, and a ... more
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strictly facts is a beautiful podcast and incredibly enriching. love listening, love learning
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United States3 years ago - A well researched podcast on an often overlooked region
Entertaining and informative but still light hearted. Always look forward to new episodes
Apple Podcasts5maya123344United States4 years ago - Engaging, Accessible and Informative
I love Strictly Facts! I stumbled upon this podcast because I have a huge interest in history but on reflection, I feel I’d left my Caribbean history relatively untouched because I was afraid it’d be too painful.
This podcast however, has opened up a world of intellectual colour and a rich history which isn’t afraid to explore slavery but doesn’t make it’s horror central to the facts. Rather, the podcast provides a rounded view and with contributions from incredible Caribbean intellectuals and ... more
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This program centers Caribbean history, culture, and identity through conversations with historians, artists, and regional experts. Episodes frequently explore museums, diaspora dynamics, Pan-African connections, and critical archival work, often tying historical strands to contemporary cultural policy, education, and community empowerment. Notable is the focus on underrepresented Black and Caribbean voices, women's contributions, and region-wide perspectives that span the Caribbean, its diaspora, and related Latin American contexts. The show typically blends scholarly insight with accessible storytelling, making complex histories engaging for listeners who value cultural heritage, education, and cross-cultural exchange. A standout strength... more
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1. Dr. Paula Prescod
2. Meagan Sylvester
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4. Jamal Khadar
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