S7E4 - DNA and Caribbean History: Reclaiming Lost Roots from Colonialism

Welcome to the Dis A fi mi History Podcast, where we explore Caribbean history through the lens of DNA testing and family genealogy. In this episode, we discuss how genetic research is helping Caribbean people reclaim lost roots erased by colonialism and the slave trade. Through real-life stories and explanations of autosomal, Y-DNA, and mtDNA tests, we reveal connections to Indigenous Taino, African ethnic groups, and South Asian ancestors, highlighting the power of family genealogy to reshape identity and heritage.

We examine the emotional journey of discovering ancestral roots, the significance of modern DNA databases, and why...