Our Ancestors Were Messy
Our Ancestors Were Messy, is a podcast covering the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines in the Black newspapers of segregated communities during the pre-Civil Rights era. On each episode, host Nichole Hill and her guests follow the story of an ancestor in search of opportunity, adventure, love, and a way to beat Jim Crow. Hill and her guests learn the mess - and eventual history - their ancestors make along the way. Support this independent production by joining the donor community at: ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com Follow us on Instagram @ourancestorsweremessy @nicholewthanh
Episodes
In 1920, Emperor Jones was a bona fide Broadway hit. The controversial play’s lead is Charles Gilpin, the first Black man to head up an integrated cast on the Great White Way. Gilpin enjoys fame, accolades, and universal acclaim…but he does have a note for his playwright Eugene O’Neil. A note that will make and break careers and change the course of Black history!
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In the summer of 1932, Anna and Percy learn that their scandalous love affair has been exposed on the front page of the most popular Black newspaper in DC. They were on their way to making history but now that the secret’s out, their futures hang in the balance.
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, check out https://ourancestorsweremessy.com/. To access bonus content and support this independent production visit https://...
Host Nichole Hill shares how listeners can support the show and a sneak peek at next week's episode.
- To access bonus content and support this independent production visit Our Ancestors Were Messy.Supercast.com.
- Follow the show and see updates from Tribeca @ourancestorsweremessy on Instagram.
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- Send your messy family story to ouranestorsweremessy@gmail....
Zora Neale Huston and Langston Hughes finally set to work writing their play but outside influences and crossed wires spell trouble for this historic pair.
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Host Nichole Hill shares how listeners can support the show and a sneak peek at next week's episode.
- To access bonus content and support this independent production visit Our Ancestors Were Messy.Supercast.com.
- Follow the show @ourancestorsweremessy on Instagram.
- To learn more about the show and keep in touch, visit Our Ancestors Were Messy.com
- Send your messy family story to ouranestorsweremessy@gmail.com.
It's the summer of 1927 and Zora Neale Huston and Langston Hughes are driving across the South searching for folklore, swapping stories, and enjoying being the newfound stars of the Harlem Renaissance.
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, check out https://ourancestorsweremessy.com/. To access bonus content and support this independent production visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com/ .
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Host Nichole Hill shares a research tip, updates for the Household aka the donor community, where to find bonus material, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.
- To access bonus content and support this independent production visit Our Ancestors Were Messy.Supercast.com.
- To access the bonus story check out this article: Black history emerges from 1897 time capsule.
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Nichole, Zakiya and Emmanuel read three drama-filled love stories from historic Black newspapers and select the one that they believe could stand the test of time.
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, check out https://ourancestorsweremessy.com. To access bonus content and support this independent production visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com
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Host Nichole Hill shares listener mail, an update for the Household aka the donor community, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.com/.
To access bonus content and support this independent production visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com/.
Follow @ourancestorsweremessy on Instagram.
Send your listener mail to ouranestorsweremessy@gmai...
At the turn of the century, Oscar Micheaux - a dreamer from Smallville - makes his way to the big city searching for fame, fortune...and a change to his single status! What he finds is a wife he loves, a father-in-law he hates, and a path into Black history he could have never imagined.
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, check out https://ourancestorsweremessy.com/. To access bonus content and support this independent ...
Host Nichole Hill shares a programming note, a thank you, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.com/. To access bonus content and support this independent production visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com/. Follow @ourancestorsweremessy on Instagram.
The show is hosted by Nichole Hill (https://www.nicholelhill.com/)Executive Producer A...
A Victorian Era love triangle rocks the elites of DC and the Washington Bee newspaper is on the scene, thrilled to cover every scandalous detail!
To learn more about the show and keep in touch, check out https://ourancestorsweremessy.com/. To access bonus content and support this independent production visit https://ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com/ .
For more information about Black Storytelling Week visit https://www.blacksto...
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