Listen "Searching for Higher Ground: An Exploration of Caribbean Migration with George A. Glean Sr. "
Episode Synopsis
Chat to me!Get ready to embark on a captivating journey with George A. Glean Sr., a lifelong teacher, writer, and avid student of West Indian history and culture. Born and raised on the island of Grenada, George opens up about his childhood, his migration to the United States, and the unanticipated joy found in the simplicity of island life. In this episode we discuss how George's personal migration tale and expertise in Caribbean History inspired his first fiction novel, Searching for Higher Ground. It serves as a testament to the idea that migration is not always rooted in hardship, but can emerge from love and family. We discuss the how migration impacted the main character Sinclair from his childhood in Grenada and the heartbreaking decision of his parents to leave him behind. From the rhythms and history in Calypso music to the pulsating story of Caribbean migration, this episode has it all! Buy Searching for Higher GroundCalypso Song mentioned: "Jack" The Beach is Mine by GabbySupport the showStyle & Vibes: Website | Newsletter | Youtube | Instagram | FacebookProduced by Breadfruit Media
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