Ada Ferrer

Ada Ferrer, a historian at NYU and author of "Cuba: An American History," dives into Cuban history by amplifying marginalized voices. She shares surprising discoveries about the intertwining histories of Cuba and the U.S., illustrating how perceptions of Cuba have evolved over time. Ferrer discusses the impacts of the 1959 revolution, and the enduring themes of race and nationalism in Cuba's narrative. Her unique approach blends personal anecdotes with scholarly research, aiming to reshape how we view Cuba's complex identity.