The Africatown Revival: Uncovering Hidden History and Building a Self-Determined Community w/ Host Veda Robbins

Welcome to the very first episode of The Africatown Revival podcast! Hosted by Veda Robbins, this series delves into Africatown's history, current community, and its envisioned future through conversations with descendants, activists, historians, and thought leaders. 5 Key Takeaways 1. Africatown's Significance: Learn about the history and importance of Africatown, with a focus on its unique story. 2. The Clotilda Ship: Discover the compelling tale of the last documented slave ship, the Clotilda, and its illegal human cargo. 3. Community Resilience: Explore how the Africans who arrived on the Clotilda formed their own self-sustained and self-governing community. 4. Challenges Faced: Understand the impact of industrialization and development on Africatown's once-thriving businesses and tight-knit community. 5. The Vision for Revival: Hear about the ongoing efforts to restore and revitalize Africatown and its enduring values. Join us on this journey of restoration, renewal, and revitalization in Africatown. Stay tuned for more episodes of The Africatown Revival podcast! #AfricatownRevival #CommunityHistory #Restoration Podcast Production and Studio The Big We Network at: www.thebigwe.com Eunices Media at: ⁠⁠www.eunicemedia.com⁠⁠