Dialogues in Afrolatinidad Podcast

Dialogues in Afrolatinidad explores history, culture, and contemporary issues in Afro-Latin America and U.S.-Afro-Latinx communities. The podcast features interviews with scholars, writers, educators, artists, and community leaders who share their passion for Afro-Latin American and Afro-Latinx Studies, the significance of their intellectual, creative, or community engagement, and resources for learning more.

NOW AIRING: SEASON 5

LATEST VIDEO EPISODE:

Season 4 (2024)

Season 3 (2023)

Season 2 (2022)

Season 1 (2021)

SEASON 5 – PODCAST AUDIO EPISODES

Meli Machado: Celebrating Afro-Panamanian Heritage and the Significance of Storytelling – Dialogues in Afrolatinidad

Melissa “Meli” Machado shares her inspiring journey from corporate career to cultural storyteller, creating immersive Afro-Panamanian experiences that foster pride, education, and transnational connections. Discover her insights on history, culture, and the role of community engagement in Afro-Latinx visibility. Video episodes available on YouTube @DialoguesinAfrolatinidad and michelereidvazquez.com.
  1. Meli Machado: Celebrating Afro-Panamanian Heritage and the Significance of Storytelling
  2. Anju Reejhsinghani: Unpacking Cuba’s Sports and Racial Dynamics: A Transnational Perspective
  3. Regina Mills: Raising Afro-Latinx Representation in Video Games and Film
  4. Uli Moreno-Tabarez: Unveiling Black Spectrality in Mexico: A Personal and Geographical Journey
  5. Gladys Mitchell-Walthour: Bridging Continents: Afro-Brazilian Activism and Scholarship
  6. S5.E5 – Beau Gaitors: The Transnational Afrodescendant Communities of Mexico
  7. Janel Martinez: Amplifying Afro-Latinx Voices in the Digital Age
  8. Trailer – Season 5 – Part 2
  9. Careers Segment – Part 2: Virtual and Campus Interviews
  10. REWIND: Dr. Kia Caldwell – Afrolatinidad in Contemporary Brazil

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Dialogues in Afrolatinidad seeks to

Educate. Provide knowledge and resources.

Amplify. Expand public awareness of researchers, communities, relevant issues, and solidarities.

Elevate. Enhance the visibility of intersecting African diaspora, Latin American, and U.S. Latinx histories and cultures.

Credits

Host and Executive Producer: Dr. Michele Reid-Vazquez
Season 5 Production Assistants: Natalie Olayioye, Victor Ferreira Souza, Mellanie Salazar Carlos
Theme Music: Dr. John Bagnato
Music Season 3, Episode 7: “Sister Soul” by Afro-Yaqui Music Collective, 2021.
Music Season 1, Episode 4: “Seven Chimes” by Pierce Murphy, May 20, 2021, modified, Freemusicarchive.org.

Funding Support

Seasons 4 and 5: Bowdoin College
Seasons 1-3: University of Pittsburgh