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Side Effects of Finding My Roots (with Kimberly Renee)

Smart Funny & Black Productions

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Exploring Family History and Ancestry Discoveries

A deep dive into the host's family background reveals connections to historical events like the Banana Massacre of 1928 in Colombia and the challenges of uncovering ancestors' histories, ranging from tenant farming to unexpected revelations of slavery. The chapter also discusses the impact of multiple marriages within the family, emotional discoveries, and the dehumanizing language in historical documentation related to enslaved individuals.

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