When Heroes Failed Their People

February 15, 2026 00:15:25
When Heroes Failed Their People
History of the Caribbeans | Exploring Resilience and Culture
When Heroes Failed Their People

Feb 15 2026 | 00:15:25

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Show Notes

The Story: In this hard-hitting episode of THE HISTORY OF THE CARIBBEAN, we strip away the myth of the "political messiah." From the labor riots of 1938 to the modern-day halls of power, we track the rise and moral decay of the region's most iconic leaders.

We journey through the streets of Jamaica, the volcanic tension of Grenada, and the shadow-filled offices of Guyana to ask the uncomfortable question: Did our independence heroes build nations, or just new plantations? This is a story of disillusionment, the "strongman" legacy, and the heavy price paid by the people when liberation stops at the palace doors.

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