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Africville Forever

Tattle Productions
Africville
Africville Heritage Trust
Bruce's Beach
Colombia
Civil Rights Movement
Kavon Ward
Halifax City Council
Displaced Peoples
Generational Wealth
Social Cohesion
Cultural Identity
Resettlement
Human Rights
G7 Summit
Halifax
Racism
Community Engagement
Police Brutality
Social Justice
Eminent Domain

In 1969, the last home in the Black community of Africville was flattened. The bulldozer was hired by a city that had schemed to claim this valuable land for generations. In this series, we tell the story of this unique and beautiful place. Born out of adversity, it thrived as a safe haven for people of African descent in Canada. Back for a second season, we tackle the crucial question: how do you... more

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In this episode host Eddie Carvery unpacks the Africville Heritage Trust's proposal to acquire more land at Africville, for a larger parking lot and marina. This proposal has once again divided the community into the people for the proposal, from the... more

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This episode we sit down with two special guests, Lance a.k.a Aquakultre and JRDN, Africville decedents who are putting Nova Scotia on the map with their musical talent!

The conversation explores the historical and contemporary significance of the A... more

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Today's  conversation centres around the importance of community in land reclamation, and gives hope to the descendants of Africville. 

Our guest Kavon Ward, an activist, discusses her work in reclaiming land, notably the return of Bruce's Beach to ... more

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Shaun Carvery, a descendent of Africville and a Detective with the Halifax Regional Police, joins Eddie and Alfred to chat about the dichotomy of his experience with regards to the unfairness in the systematic treatment of Africville decedents by the... more

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Recent Guests

Nelson Carvery
Born in Africville, shared historical accounts and personal stories about the land.
Episode: Africville Heritage Trust's Proposal
Jordan Croucher
Juno Award-winning musician who rose to fame on Canadian Idol
Episode: Music is Resistance
Lance Sampson
R&B artist known as Aquakultre, with deep familial roots to Africville
Episode: Music is Resistance
Kavon Ward
Activist and founder of Where Is My Land and Justice for Bruce's Beach.
Where Is My Land
Episode: Strategic Activism
Shaun Carvery
Committed member of the descendants of Africville and a detective with the Halifax Regional Police.
Halifax Regional Police
Episode: Being The Bridge
Paula Gaviria Betancur
Human rights lawyer and expert on internally displaced persons.
UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights of Internally Displaced Persons
Episode: A Pathway Forward

Hosts

Eddy Carvery III
Eddy is a committed community leader and storyteller with deep roots in Africville, sharing both personal narratives and advocating for the legacy and future of the community.
Alfred Burgesson
Alfred is a host dedicated to reflecting on Africville's rich cultural heritage and its relevance to contemporary social issues, engaging with the community through storytelling and advocacy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Thank you 🧡

    It was an honour to work on this project with people I can now call friends and family. Thank you all for listening and sharing. I hope you enjoy it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alfredb23
    Canada3 years ago
  • How did I not know this story????

    This should be taught in schools everywhere. Shocking and powerful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnimalCrosser242342
    Canada3 years ago

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A Pathway Forward
Q: Can you confirm that this is indeed being internally displaced?
Yes, it's an internally displaced case caused by development projects, validated by the government, seen worldwide in various contexts where communities are forced out for development.
A Pathway Forward
Q: Could you please go a little deeper into that term of internally displaced people for us?
Internally displaced persons are individuals forced to flee their homes due to armed conflict, violence, human rights violations, and other crises without crossing state borders, putting the main responsibility for their rights on the government.
Strategic Activism
Q: What would someone do to reclaim their land that was stolen?
Start by accumulating proof that the land belonged to them or an ancestor and engage the community.
Strategic Activism
Q: What did you feel inside as someone who did assist this family in getting their land back?
Kavon felt a sense of pride, connection to a higher purpose, and honored to be called to do this work.

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The content focuses on the rich history and legacy of Africville, a community with deep cultural significance that endured systemic injustices and displacement. Episodes provide a platform for discussions around activism, cultural celebrations, and the journey toward reclaiming heritage. Noteworthy segments often feature guests from diverse backgrounds, including activists, musicians, and community members who share compelling personal narratives that emphasize resilience and the impact of Africville's story on contemporary issues of social justice and recognition. The podcast is characterized by a strong call for community rebuilding and the pursuit of reparative justice in the face of historical injustices.

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1. Nelson Carvery
2. Jordan Croucher
3. Lance Sampson
4. Kavon Ward
5. Shaun Carvery
6. Paula Gaviria Betancur

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