In this episode, the REI Team discussion led by Melissa Theodore with Carolina Ruiz and Christine Sinclair provides listeners with a valuable Caribana 101. While many will recognize the parade and the celebration of Caribbean culture, what are the origins of Caribana or Carnival? Join the REI team as we delve into all things Carbina and hone in on the politics of Caribana as relates to Black inclusion. This episode has a part 2 (coming soon) where the team will discuss how sexuality figures prominently in the celebration that is Caribana. The team will attempt to unpack the complex meanings of sexuality in the parade, from liberation and empowerment to protest, and yes, even commercialization. (We told you it was complicated!)