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While most of us are familiar with the forced labor and dehumanization of enslaved people, there's a much more insidious aspect of the Transatlantic Slave Trade that speaks to the systematic buying and selling of biracial enslaved women—not for their labor, but for the brutal purpose of prostitution and concubinage. The Fancy Trade   #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianblackhistory #history...

Toronto is celebrated as one of the most culturally rich and diverse cities in the world—a reputation that owes much to one of its original neighbourhoods: The Ward.   Listen in as Derek Wyse and Jay Jones take a closer look at this historic Neighbourhood   #toronto #torontohistory #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #canadianblackhistory

In parts one and two of our three-part series on The Business of Slavery, we explored the intricate web of money and power that fuelled this inhumane institution. Today, we turn our focus to the mindset that enabled such brutality. Join us in this episode as we delve into the pervasive mindset that sustained the system of slavery and examine how echoes of this mindset persist in today's forms of m...

In our first episode of this series, we explored the immense profits generated by the Trans Atlantic Slave trade. Today, in part two, we focus on how European powers wielded their influence to enslave Africans.   If you haven’t listened to the first part of The Business of slavery, you can find it in the episode list.   I Am a Man Who Will Fight for Your Honor by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under...

This is the first of three episodes where Jay and D take a deep dive into the business of slavery. In this episode they take a look at the wealth generated on the backs of African slaves and how slavery became a cornerstone of European economic systems.   Sources: - "Capitalism and Slavery" by Eric Williams: Investigates the relationship between the Atlantic slave trade, British economic growth, a...

In today’s episode Jay and D delve into the history of women-led slave revolts, true stories shrouded in the shadows of the past. Historians like Dr. Rebecca Hall have meticulously unearthed evidence revealing that women were not just passive victims of oppression. They provided fierce resistance, leading rebellions against their oppressors in a bid for freedom. Guardian Interview with Dr. Rebecca...

Amidst the turmoil of the War of 1812, there exist stories often left untold. Enslaved African Americans seized a chance for freedom amidst the chaos of conflict, their narratives a powerful yet often overlooked aspect during this time.   Join Jay and D as they take a look at what this event meant for African Americans and their struggle for freedom.     #1812 #warof1812 #blackhistory #canadianhis...

Jay and D talk about aspects of the remarkable life and legacy of Bayard Rustin as seen in the Movie Rustin.       #blackhistory #bayard #rustin #civilrightsmovement #civilrightsactivist #civilrights #americanhistory #marchonwashington

In this episode, Jay and D talk about the truth behind the Black Panthers - a group whose legacy extends far beyond the headlines. More than just a militant organization, but a beacon of empowerment and resistance for Black communities across the United States and Canada         #blackpanthers #blackhistory #canadianhistory #blackhistorymonth #downhome #karlmarx #blackpower #stokelycarmichael #fre...

Jay and D talk about anti black or so called Race Riots that have happened in Canada and The U.S.           #tulsa #vancouver #blackhistory #canadianhistory #antiblackracism #wattsriots #chicagoraceriots #downhome #racialinjustice #antiblack

In this episode Jay and D spotlight the vibrant communities of North and East Preston and the challenges of writing the historic wrong of land titles.       #northpreston #eastpreston #blackhistory #novascotia #canadianhistory #systemicchange #canadianblackhistory #downhome

Jay and D discuss the remarkable legacy of Canadian Black sleeping car porters.         #blackhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianhistory #systemicchange #Blackporters #everymonthisbhm #365blackhistory #12monthsofblackhistory

In this episode, Jay and D delve into The New York Times article titled "A Journey Through Black Nova Scotia," penned by Shayla Martin and initially released on September 12, 2022.     Shayla Martin's website https://www.shaylamartin.com/about/     #blackhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianhistory #novascotia #northpreston #eastpreston #ShaylaMartin

Jay and D revisit the question of whether systemic racism is an issue in Canada       #antiblackracism #systemicchange #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #blackhistoryisamericanhistory

Jay and D look at one of the most important aspects of North American Black history. The Underground Railroad.           #blackhistory #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #blackhistorymonth #canadianhistory #novascotia #harriettubman #undergroundrailroad #underground

Jay and D dispel the notion that Canadian history is unmarked by the stain of slavery.         #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #canadianblackhistory #novascotia #canadianhistory

The Canadian experience from two Black men.

Four things you don't know about Jay Jones, D Wyse and the Down Home Podcast         #foryoupage #fyp #foryou #viral #funny #fun #music #followme #bestvideo #instagram #tbt #follow4follow #youtube #subscribe #like #youtubecommunity #blackexperience #novascotiastrong #blackhistoryiseveryday

Jay and D have a conversation with local Toronto historian, Joanne Doucette, about the forgotten Black history of Leslieville       #blackexperience #blackhistoryiseveryday #canadianhistory #novascotiastrong #indigenous

The Down Home podcast welcomes Joshua “Scribe” Watkis to talk about how he uses his craft of written words to navigate Anti Blackness in his book “Black Blossom, Harsh North”. A collection of 14 poems to his daughter and 7 poems to Canada           #blackexperience #blackexcellence #community #equity #novascotiastrong

In this episode Jay and D have a conversation with public speaker and cultural anthropologist Kurtis Brooks-Lnug about what he considers a few of the misconceptions of the Atlantic Slave trade.          #novascotiastrong #slavery #blackhistoryiseveryday #transatlanticslavetrade #canadianhistory #anthropology

Jay and D talk about the historic link between Nova Scotia and Freetown Sierra Leone     #blackhistoryiseveryday #canadianhistory #sierraleone #novascotiastrong #blackexperience #blackexperience  

In this wide ranging discussion with D-NO we talk about his move to Canada as a teenager, his musical influences and the different challenges Black people face in Canada vs Nigeria.     https://open.spotify.com/artist/4F3D2AY688ehd5TRhtxqGD #blackexcellence #blackexperience #podcast #novascotiastrong #blackhistoryiseveryday #equity

In this episode Jay and D have a round table discussion about equity and inclusion in education with Tess Porter, Retired Professor at Algonquin College and former Graduation Coach for Black Students with the OCDSB, and DR. Venus Olla who organizes counselling and wellness programs at the University of Windor     #novascotiastrong #education #equity #community #inclusion

Humble backgrounds are one of the reasons that Derek Wyse, Jay Jones and Chad Burns are close friends. They all grew up with family that worked hard to make sure that they had a roof over their heads, and that they never went without food or clothing. They may not have been brought up with a lot of material wealth, but they were rich with family and love. In this episode the three of them talk abo...