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The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Jose Francisco Avila

8 episodes

3 days ago

Send us a text In this episode, host José Francisco Ávila unveils the ambitious strategy to brand New York City as the global epicenter of Garifuna arts and culture. Going beyond tradition, Ávila details the journey from his early efforts to promote Garifuna identity to the creation of a comprehensive cultural tourism plan. Discover how the historical landmark of "The Drama of King Shotaway" and the Garifuna Coalition's iconic yellow, white, and black branding form the foundation of this inno...

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Send us a text In this episode, host José Francisco Ávila unveils the ambitious strategy to brand New York City as the global epicenter of Garifuna arts and culture. Going beyond tradition, Ávila details the journey from his early efforts to promote Garifuna identity to the creation of a comprehensive cultural tourism plan. Discover how the historical landmark of "The Drama of King Shotaway" and the Garifuna Coalition's iconic yellow, white, and black branding form the foundation of this inno...

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Episodes (8/8)

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 7: The Garifuna Experience in NYC: A Destination Brand

Send us a text In this episode, host José Francisco Ávila unveils the ambitious strategy to brand New York City as the global epicenter of Garifuna arts and culture. Going beyond tradition, Ávila details the journey from his early efforts to promote Garifuna identity to the creation of a comprehensive cultural tourism plan. Discover how the historical landmark of "The Drama of King Shotaway" and the Garifuna Coalition's iconic yellow, white, and black branding form the foundation of this inno...

1 week ago

16 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 6 - Shaping a Vibrant Future: Celebrating Garifuna Heritage Month

Send us a text In this celebratory and forward-looking episode of The Garifuna Experience in NYC Podcast, host José Francisco Ávila invites you to join the festivities as we honor Garifuna Heritage Month! Beyond parades and cultural displays, this special observance is a profound opportunity for reflection, education, and collective action. It's a time when the Garifuna community, particularly here in New York City – the largest diaspora outside of Central America – comes together to affirm i...

2 weeks ago

21 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 5 - UNESCO's Recognition, Preservation, and Enduring Legacy of Garifuna Culture

Send us a text In this deeply significant episode of The Garifuna Experience in NYC Podcast, host José Francisco Ávila delves into a cornerstone of Garifuna identity: the profound impact of UNESCO's official recognition of our culture as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. This episode goes beyond the mere title, exploring what this prestigious designation truly means for the Garifuna people, both in our ancestral lands and across the vibrant diaspora in New York Ci...

3 weeks ago

19 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 4 - A Cultural landmark - The Drama of King Shotaway

Send us a text In this pivotal episode of The Garifuna Experience Podcast, host José Francisco Ávila unearths a remarkable, nearly 200-year-old piece of New York City history. We dive into 'The Drama of King Shotaway,' a groundbreaking play from 1823, widely celebrated as the very first African American play written by a Black playwright. But what makes this play a cultural landmark is its subject: the heroic defense of St. Vincent by the Garifuna people, led by the revered Paramount Chief, J...

4 weeks ago

16 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 2 - From Potential to Power: Our Call to Action

Send us a text In Episode 2, we build upon the foundational theme introduced in our first episode. This time, we shift from understanding to action. We'll explore how recognizing our collective potential is just the beginning. The real transformation happens when we translate that potential into tangible power – the ability to create change, overcome challenges, and shape our future. Join us as we discuss practical steps, inspiring examples, and a clear call to action designed to ...

1 month ago

9 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 3 - The Garifuna Paradox

Send us a text In Episode 3, we delve into the compelling Garifuna Paradox. Despite the Garifuna community's rich cultural heritage, recognized by UNESCO as a masterpiece of oral and intangible heritage, they remain underrepresented in New York City's thriving cultural and creative industries. Explore the stark contrast between immense cultural capital and limited economic engagement and discover how the Garifuna Experience Podcast aims to transform cultural recognition into economic em...

1 month ago

11 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Episode 1 - Our Overarching Theme: Garifunas Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress

Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of our podcast! In this episode, we lay the groundwork for everything we'll discuss. We'll introduce our overarching theme and explain why we chose it. More than just a topic, this theme is a lens through which we'll explore every story, idea, and conversation in the season. Join us as we unpack the core concept that will guide our journey and set the stage for all the episodes to come. https://www.garifunaexperience.com/ Hashtags: #Gari...

1 month ago

7 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Trailer - The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Discover the Heartbeat of a Resilient Culture! Get ready to embark on a captivating journey with The Garifuna Experience Podcast! This two-minute trailer offers a vibrant glimpse into a world rich with culture, heritage, identity, and unyielding resilience. From the ancestral roots in Yurumein to the modern-day diaspora, hear the rhythms of tradition, feel the spirit of community, and explore the unique stories that define the Garifuna people. This isn't just history; it's a living, breathing...

2 months ago

2 minutes

The Garifuna Experience Podcast

Send us a text In this episode, host José Francisco Ávila unveils the ambitious strategy to brand New York City as the global epicenter of Garifuna arts and culture. Going beyond tradition, Ávila details the journey from his early efforts to promote Garifuna identity to the creation of a comprehensive cultural tourism plan. Discover how the historical landmark of "The Drama of King Shotaway" and the Garifuna Coalition's iconic yellow, white, and black branding form the foundation of this inno...