Jamaica’s Indian Heritage: Cultural Resilience and Identity

June 16, 2025 00:51:48
Jamaica’s Indian Heritage: Cultural Resilience and Identity
History of the Caribbeans | Exploring Resilience and Culture
Jamaica’s Indian Heritage: Cultural Resilience and Identity

Jun 16 2025 | 00:51:48

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Show Notes

Jamaica’s Indian Heritage is a powerful journey through Caribbean history, celebrating the resilience of over 36,000 Indian laborers who arrived in Jamaica between 1845 and 1921. In this immersive Caribbean podcast, history experts explore how Jamaican music, Indian traditions, and Caribbean identity intersected to shape today’s vibrant culture.

Through historical analysis, we examine the roots of Diwali, Hosay, Indian folk music, and their influence on reggae, dancehall, and Caribbean vibes. We spotlight how Indo-Jamaicans enriched the island’s heritage, from cuisine to language, spirituality, and family life. Their story is one of cultural resilience, connection to Africa and Angola, and contributions to the broader Caribbean diaspora.

Perfect for lovers of Caribbean music, black history, Caribbean literature, maroon communities, and Afro-Caribbean identity. Join us as we tell the stories that matter, preserve the voices of Caribbean women, and honor the enduring impact of migration and post-colonial resilience.

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