Virtual Interviews: Plenty in Twenty Series
We’re happy to continue our live interviews on Savouring the Indo-Caribbean, “Plenty in Twenty”!
“Plenty in Twenty” interviews will focus on a relevant cultural topic with a community expert, leader or member to share what we need to know in 20 mins! These focused conversations give us the opportunity to learn and connect while considering our busy schedules.
Take 20 mins for cultural learning and join us for our “Plenty in Twenty” live segments!
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We look forward to seeing you there!
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July 17, 2024
In July, we discuss Indo-Caribbean literature with Tiara Jade Chutkhan in our Plenty in Twenty segment! Indo-Caribbean literature is important in sharing and preserving our cultural history. We touched on: - how have we’ve seen Indo-Caribbean literature grow throughout the years - why is it important to have literature that reflects our culture and cultural identity - what inspired Tiara to start writing and how did you get the idea for TTR - advice for others to read and support indocarib literature - more about co-authors Nalini Mahadeo and Savita Prasad and their contributions
January 30, 2024
In January, we discuss Wellness through Yoga with Renee Rampersadsingh of Anugraha Yoga in 🇹🇹 in our Plenty in Twenty segment! We discussed: - what is yoga - how we can leverage yoga for our well-being - what a typical session could look like - if you’re a beginner, how yoga can be introduced - practical tips to integrate yoga into our day-to-day
May 8, 2024
We kicked off the month in history where many ships would land on the coasts of the Caribbean, bringing Indian labourers as part of indentureship contracts. In May, we discuss the Indian influence in Jamaica with Djamil Ninsoo, Director of Cultural History in our Plenty in Twenty segment! We touched on: - Djamil’s Indo-Jamaican roots and experience - The history of Indian indentureship in Jamaica - How Jamaican culture has been influenced by its Indo-Caribbean population
December 7, 2023
We launched our Plenty in Twenty interviews with Vinay Harrichan of The Cutlass Magazine discussing cultural music and language We’ll touch on: - the history of Indo-Caribbean language - social influences that have shaped our language - genres of Indo-Caribbean music - how Indo-Caribbean music has evolved - how we can advocate and preserve our language