EPISODE · Oct 8, 2023 · 50 MIN
TNT and the Guianas: Atlantic Indians
from RADIO RESISTANCE · host WSUM
In today’s episode, host Surya Vir talks about Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and Suriname. These countries are located in the northeastern shoulder of South America, north of Brazil and southeast of Venezuela. More specifically, Surya centers in upon the interesting ethnic group of Indians residing in these countries. The descendants of indentured servants brought over by the British empire in the 19th century; these Atlantic Indians or Indo-Caribbeans are a population with a rich and unique culture. During the episode, Surya also talks with Dr. Lomarsh Roopnarine, a Guyanese history professor at Jackson State University. Join Surya as he explores the complex history of Indians in the Caribbean.
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In today’s episode, host Surya Vir talks about Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and Suriname. These countries are located in the northeastern shoulder of South America, north of Brazil and southeast of Venezuela. More specifically, Surya centers in upon the interesting ethnic group of Indians residing in these countries. The descendants of indentured servants brought over by the British empire in the 19th century; these Atlantic Indians or Indo-Caribbeans are a population with a rich and unique culture. During the episode, Surya also talks with Dr. Lomarsh Roopnarine, a Guyanese history professor at Jackson State University. Join Surya as he explores the complex history of Indians in the Caribbean.
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TNT and the Guianas: Atlantic Indians
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