Walter Satterwhite was the grandfather who never was for Dr. Norma D. Thomas. She grew up never knowing him, which meant that she also didn't know that she had an aunt and uncle in New York. What do you do when your ancestors insist on being known? In this case, you follow the story and ask more questions. Learning more took her, her sisters, and eventually her daughter to New York.
Interview done in November 2023 and episode recorded in March 2024.
Cover photo from Rohan DaCosta
Cover art from Dr. Raina J. León
Theme song, Funky Percussions, from AudioCoffee on Pixabay
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