Afro-Indo Jamaican cultural advocate: Djamil Ninsoo

In this episode of The Moreish Podcast, Hema chats with Djamil Ninsoo, also known as douglabwoy on social media, an Afro-Indo Jamaican cultural advocate and anthropologist. Djamil, who has authored a children's book 'Eva My Nani-Ji', shares his experiences of promoting Jamaican culture and heritage, specifically focusing on the contributions of indentured Indians. They discuss the nuances of Afro-Indo Jamaican identity, the historical context of indentured servitude, and the integration of diverse cultural influences. Djamil shares insights on terms like 'dougla' and 'coolie', their offensive and reclaimed usages, and the cultural intersections with the Chinese indentured labourer community. He also speaks about his personal journey of reconnecting with his roots and the impact of diaspora on cultural identity. The episode wraps up with Djamil talking about his upcoming books and his efforts to preserve and celebrate his heritage through storytelling.ResourcesConnect with Djamil on Instagram and TikTokEva My Nani-Ji by Djamil Ninsoo Article: Putting the Half-Stories Back Together Again with Djamil Ninsoo Article: Do Jamaicans Dream of Dhal Puri?The Last KantrakiPardes Chale, Beverly Panchan RamprasadFinding Samuel LoweBlack Cake (book)The Cutlass PodcastWhat is moreish? | more·​ish ˈmōrish | informal, of food, causing a desire for moreIf you are enjoying the podcast, consider joining us on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube to continue the conversation.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!) https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/jerk-sauce