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The Moth Radio Hour: Rooted in the Past

The Moth

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Journey to Belonging: A Cultural Reflection

This chapter follows a transformative journey to Senegal, where the speaker and her daughter confront the realities of police violence in America and find solace in a culture that embraces their identity. Through poignant visits to historical sites, like Goree Island and Natchez, they explore the legacy of slavery and its impact on their heritage, while reflecting on lost connections to their family history. The narrative unveils the importance of understanding one’s roots amidst the modern limitations of ancestry services, highlighting the profound effects of generational knowledge on personal identity.

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