Economist Podcasts The Weekend Intelligence: The Apology
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Oct 27, 2024 
In this insightful discussion, Charlie McCann—an Economist reporter—and the Gladstone family, including Charles and Xanthi Gladstone, confront a painful legacy linked to their ancestor's slave ownership. They explore what it means to inherit guilt while traveling to Guyana for a public apology. The emotional weight of acknowledging history is palpable as they discuss privilege, personal responsibility, and the societal push for reparations. This journey reflects broader themes of atonement and the complexities of reconciliation in the face of colonial pasts.
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Gladstone Family History
- The Gladstone family discovered their ancestors were prominent slave owners.
- Their ancestors owned 2,500 slaves in Jamaica and Demerara and made a fortune.
Arrival in Guyana
- Upon arrival in Guyana, the Gladstone family was met with protesters.
- The protesters held signs calling the Gladstones murderers.
Discovering Family History
- Charlie Gladstone's family were largely unaware of their ancestors' involvement in slavery until recently.
- The Black Lives Matter protests of 2020 brought this history to light.