Preserving the Chinese Jamaican Legacy

2024-12-28

Welcome to the Dis A Fi mi History podcast, where we dive into the intersection of Caribbean history and family narratives. In this engaging episode, our host, Wendy Aris, is joined by Daniel Clarkson Fisher, a Toronto-based writer, educator, and creator of the Chinese Jamaican Oral History Project. Together, they explore the ways history impacts present and future generations, particularly within the Caribbean diaspora. Daniel shares his journey in creating an oral history project that sheds light on the experiences of Chinese...

Daniel shares his journey in creating an oral history project that sheds light on the experiences of Chinese Jamaicans in Canada, uncovering personal stories that emphasize the importance of preserving cultural heritage. With insights into his methods and the challenges faced during the project, Daniel discusses the significance of oral storytelling and memory in shaping historical records. Discover how this project contributes to a broader understanding of Chinese diaspora communities and the role of digital tools in preserving such valuable histories.

Tune in to learn more about the dynamic ways in which communities maintain their cultural traditions while integrating into new societies, and how these stories offer richness to the Caribbean and international historical landscape. If you enjoy this enlightening conversation, consider subscribing, liking, and reviewing our podcast episode.

Bio

Daniel Clarkson Fisher (he/him/his) is a third-generation librarian residing on the traditional territories of the Anishnaabe Peoples and the Haudenosaunee Peoples, which are covered by the Upper Canada Treaties. He holds an MLIS from Western University and was the recipient of the 2022 Miriam Braverman Memorial Prize from the Progressive Librarians Guild. Links https://bookshop.org/shop/danielclarksonfisher https://storytelling.concordia.ca/

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Books about oral history helpful for beginners are:

- Catching Stories: A Practical Guide to Oral History (2009), edited by Donna M. DeBlasio, Charles F. Ganzert, David H. Mould, Stephen H. Paschen, and Howard L. Sack
- The Oral History Manual: Third Edition (2018) by Barbara W. Sommer and Mary Kay Quinlan
- The Voice of the Past: Oral History: Fourth Edition (2017) by Paul Thompson and Joanna Bornat
- Going Public The Art of Participatory Practice (2018), edited by Elizabeth Miller, Edward Little, and Steven High