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Verona Spence-Adofo: Exploring Anansi Stories in Caribbean Heritage
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Verona Spence-Adofo is the co-founder of Ancestral Voices, an educational initiative dedicated to documenting and disseminating research-based knowledge about African sacred cosmologies, their spiritual philosophies, and practices. In this episode, we delve into the significance of **Caribbean history** and its impact on **family genealogy** through the lens of Anansi stories. These tales not only entertain but also serve as cultural artifacts that preserve and communicate the rich heritage of Caribbean people. Join us as we explore how these narratives contribute to our understanding of identity and roots. Website: https://ancestralvoices.co.uk/ Film: https://filmfreeway.com/av2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralVoicesFilms Article Link: https://folklorethursday.com/regional-folklore/anansi-the-spider-trickster-or-teacher/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ancestral_voices Book: https://www.amazon.com/Rituals-Living-Vusamazulu-Credo-Mutwa/dp/B07V3P8LYF YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/bvpXzC3KKsg #Caribbeanculture #AncestralVoices #Africancosmologies #familyheritage #Caribbeanancestry #Anansi