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Speak On It!

Speak On It!

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 Welcome to Speak On It! History and Genealogy Conversations with Janice Gilyard and Cherekana Feliciano. Our show is geared towards individuals interested in genealogy and history. Our guests will share their research experience and journey with you. Your family history matters and our guests will challenge and inspire you to continue researching, documenting, and sharing your family history.Copyright Speak On It! History! World
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  • Lisa A Fanning The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre DNA Project

    Lisa A Fanning The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre DNA Project
    May 2 2025
    Join us for an enlightening conversation with Genetic Genealogist Lisa A. Fanning, as she shares her powerful work with the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre DNA Identification Project.

    With over 30 years of family history research, Lisa has explored her deep Southern and Midwestern roots, focusing on the histories of enslavement, migration, and Tri-Racial Isolate communities. A descendant of Kate Anderson—born in 1670—Lisa has traced her lineage to early emancipated families in Virginia and free African American settlements in Indiana.

    As a genetic genealogist, Lisa lends her expertise to impactful initiatives such as the DNA Doe Project and the Tulsa Race Massacre Project. She serves on the Board of the National Genealogical Society and the leadership team of MAAGI, and has presented both nationally and internationally, including for PBS and the United Nations.

    Professionally, Lisa brings three decades of leadership experience from Washington, DC, where she championed diversity and expanded workforce opportunities across the U.S., Africa, and the Middle East. She is also an award-winning photographic artist and currently serves as Director of Culture, Community, and Impact at Indiana Tech. Lisa holds a B.A. in French and an M.A. in Intercultural Communication.
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    54 mins
  • UGR3Day With Dionne Patterson - Stories of Freedom and Resistance on The Underground Railroad

    UGR3Day With Dionne Patterson - Stories of Freedom and Resistance on The Underground Railroad
    Feb 28 2025
    Join Janice Gilyard and Cherekana Feliciano for a conversation/interview with Dionne Patterson of UGR3DAY.

    Dee Patterson, also known as Conductor Dee, is the CEO and Founder of
    UGR3DAY Underground Railroad Experiences Inc. She is also an acclaimed
    storyteller and conductor of the Underground Railroad experiences. A historian, Dee is
    also a nationally certified cultural interpretive guide, a certified genealogist, curriculum
    developer and education consultant. She brings her research-based narratives, poetic
    storytelling, and creative energy to each UGR3DAY experience.

    https://ugr3day.com/
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    24 mins
  • The Commemoration of The Early County Massacre - The Descendants Return to Honor The Victims

    The Commemoration of The Early County Massacre - The Descendants Return to Honor The Victims
    Feb 21 2025
    Join Janice Gilyard and Cherekana Feliciano for a compelling interview with Orice Jenkins as he recounts his visit to Blakely, Georgia, alongside descendants and cousins of the Early County Massacre victims. Orice will share their powerful experiences from a weekend of commemorative events honoring their ancestors.

    Orice Jenkins is a recording artist, performer, educator, and genealogy researcher from Hartford, Connecticut. His music has been featured in Jazz Times magazine and charted at #11 on the iTunes Jazz chart. Jenkins has performed extensively across all genres, including Hip-Hop, R&B, Jazz, Gospel, and Classical music. He serves as the Executive Director of Música Franklin, an afterschool music program for youth in Franklin County, Massachusetts.

    Orice is also the author of Chesta’s Children, a genealogy blog that explores his deep stateside roots as a descendant of enslaved Americans. He ties his passions together in his lectures and historical presentations, commenting on the relationships between racism, culture, art, and family. He was a Contributing Author to the book: Black Homesteaders of the South and Author of Early County Massacre, The: Goolsby vs. The State of Georgia.
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    41 mins
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