In today’s episode Jay and D delve into the history of women-led slave revolts, true stories shrouded in the shadows of the past.

Historians like Dr. Rebecca Hall have meticulously unearthed evidence revealing that women were not just passive victims of oppression. They provided fierce resistance, leading rebellions against their oppressors in a bid for freedom.

Guardian Interview with Dr. Rebecca Hall https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/may/16/secret-history-the-warrior-women-who-fought-their-enslavers

Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Database https://www.slavevoyages.org/voyage/database

#transatlantic #transatlaticslavetrade #atlanticslavetrade #blackhistory #downhome #americanhistory #canadianhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #womenwarriors #rebeccahall #wake

Amidst the turmoil of the War of 1812, there exist stories often left untold. Enslaved African Americans seized a chance for freedom amidst the chaos of conflict, their narratives a powerful yet often overlooked aspect during this time.

Join Jay and D as they take a look at what this event meant for African Americans and their struggle for freedom.

#1812 #warof1812 #blackhistory #canadianhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #novascotia #downhome

Jay and D talk about aspects of the remarkable life and legacy of Bayard Rustin as seen in the Movie Rustin.

#blackhistory #bayard #rustin #civilrightsmovement #civilrightsactivist #civilrights #americanhistory #marchonwashington

In this episode, Jay and D talk about the truth behind the Black Panthers - a group whose legacy extends far beyond the headlines. More than just a militant organization, but a beacon of empowerment and resistance for Black communities across the United States and Canada

#blackpanthers #blackhistory #canadianhistory #blackhistorymonth #downhome #karlmarx #blackpower #stokelycarmichael #fredhampton

Jay and D talk about anti black or so called Race Riots that have happened in Canada and The U.S.

#tulsa #vancouver #blackhistory #canadianhistory #antiblackracism #wattsriots #chicagoraceriots #downhome #racialinjustice #antiblack

In this episode Jay and D spotlight the vibrant communities of North and East Preston and the challenges of writing the historic wrong of land titles.

#northpreston #eastpreston #blackhistory #novascotia #canadianhistory #systemicchange #canadianblackhistory #downhome

Jay and D discuss the remarkable legacy of Canadian Black sleeping car porters.

#blackhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianhistory #systemicchange #Blackporters #everymonthisbhm #365blackhistory #12monthsofblackhistory

In this episode, Jay and D delve into The New York Times article titled "A Journey Through Black Nova Scotia," penned by Shayla Martin and initially released on September 12, 2022.

Shayla Martin's website https://www.shaylamartin.com/about/

#blackhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianhistory #novascotia #northpreston #eastpreston #ShaylaMartin