Unveiling the Indigenous Histories: Columbus and the Caribbean

Join us in this insightful episode as we talk with anthropologist Krystal DaCosta about her fascinating article, "Who Are the Indigenous People That Columbus Met?" Krystal, based in New York City, delves into her Caribbean heritage, the colonial narratives she grew up with, and how her understanding of Caribbean history evolved over time. Through a personal lens, Krystal explores how historical narratives can be manipulated, the impact of colonialism on indigenous perceptions, and the importance of re-examining the legacy of figures like Columbus. She also discusses the broader themes of European colonization and the role of education in reshaping these narratives. Listen in to discover how asking questions and understanding diverse histories can challenge long-standing myths and foster a deeper sense of belonging and identity.   BIO: Krystal D’Costa is an anthropologist working in digital media in New York City. You can follow AiP on Facebook   Article LiNK: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/who-are-the-indigenous-people-that-columbus-met   Muck RAck https://muckrack.com/krystaldcosta     Follow: Twitter: https://twitter.com/eppinghall?lang=el Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berkshirehalleppingpress/ Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3 Prayer Journal: https://a.co/d/bfSdIl0 Devotional Journal: https://a.co/d/8K3C8Hk   Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) #history #familyresearch #familyhistory #slavery #colonialhistory #COLUMBUS #CaribbeanHistory #Research #genealogy #podcast