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The Griot | Stories Roots Legacy

history experts | Joe & Kevin
Caribbean
Jamaica
Colonialism
Kingston, Jamaica
Alton Ellis
United States
Trinidad and Tobago
Barbados
Caribbean Diaspora
Labor Movements
Kingston
Haiti
Slavery
Independence
Tivoli Gardens
Shower Posse
Maroons
Puerto Rico
Hurricane Melissa
Resistance

The Griot is a modern historical, cinematic, movie, and podcast platform inspired by the African griot, the ancient storyteller and keeper of legacy. We bring history, action, drama, fiction, documentaries, culture, and untold stories to life through powerful visual and audio storytelling. Stories. Roots. Legacy.

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Explore the life of Norris Nembhard, also known as Dedo, and the events surrounding his story in 1990s Jamaica. See the reality of the evidence. This video examines the background of Norris Nembhard, providing a visual look at the locations central t... more

Ranking Dread and the legacy of British sound system culture. Experience the raw intensity of the UK club scene and its history. This video explores the life and influence of Ranking Dread, capturing the essence of a unique era in music history. We e... more

Who is Liebert Ramcharan? Learn about his connection to the Kingpin Designation Act and the implications of this US sanction. This breakdown examines the specific details surrounding Liebert Ramcharan and his placement on the official US sanctions li... more

Harry McLeod, better known as Harry Dog, was described as one of the most influential figures inside the inner circle that once controlled Tivoli Gardens. He was widely regarded as the right-hand man of Christopher “Dudus” Coke and a top lieutenant w... more

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 429 ratings
  • Ai slop

    Not researched just slop. Kinda racist

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    1
    hambone4728q9
    United States6 months ago
  • Just AI

    So, there’s a tiny chance I’m wrong (in which case I’d delete this review) but I’m 90% sure this is just ai. The release schedule for one, no history podcast could churn out this much content this quickly. And the one episode I did start to listen to came across quite clearly as AI slop. The narration is so stilted that it would only make sense for someone with a weak grasp of English - but there’s no accent here. There might be some good history in there! But given how unreliable AI is, it’s im... more

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    TerrestrialOrganism
    United Statesa year ago
  • #1 Caribbean Podcast in The World For Caribbean History & Culture

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    Marlon Calder
    a year ago

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Some listeners praise the show for uncovering lesser-known Caribbean history and its cultural impact.

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The show dives into Caribbean history, culture, and resilience, often spotlighting underexplored stories, legacies, and individuals who shaped regional identity. Across episodes, listeners are guided through deep-dive profiles, cultural movements, and pivotal moments that connect the Caribbean to broader global narratives. A notable strength is its combination of rigorous historical context with vivid storytelling, offering both educational value and cultural insight that appeals to history buffs, educators, and culture enthusiasts seeking a nuanced regional perspective.

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The Griot launched 2 years ago and published 632 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Christopher Linton
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