Lost in Jersey

Dionne Ford - Interview with Author of "Go Back and Get It"


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Discover the compelling new book penned by Dionne Ford. Unearthing a photograph of her enslaved great-grandmother alongside her owners propels her into an exploration of her family's past, embarking on a transformative journey of intergenerational healing. Prepare to be captivated by this moving narrative. Rave reviews are pouring in from all corners!

Featured in:
The New Yorker, People magazine, NPR, Scheer Intelligence, LitHub, New Jersey Monthly, and Montclair Magazine.

“Tenacious, openhearted, ultimately transcendent”
—The Washington Post


[00:01:40] Interview mishap and recovery.
[00:07:38] Going back to school.
[00:09:24] Last state to abolish slavery.
[00:13:43] Capoeira and its heritage.
[00:19:30] Ancestral picture discovery.
[00:22:01] Complicated relationships and family dynamics.
[00:26:42] Eye movement and trauma studies.
[00:30:43] A playlist of favorite songs.
[00:35:01] Falling in love.
[00:37:09] Recording mishap with Robert Altman.

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Keywords: Ancestory, Slavery, Intergenerational Healing

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Lost in JerseyBy Rachel Martens and Janette Afsharian

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