Chezuba talks: Impact stories

Ep-150: Preserving Cultures: An Insightful Conversation about Gullah Geechee

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In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of Gullah Geechee culture with Luana Graves Sellers. Luana, a journalist and a passionate advocate for preserving the Gullah Geechee heritage, shares her profound insights into this unique culture, its history, and the challenges it faces today. Discover the untold stories, traditions, and the incredible resilience of the Gullah Geechee people as Luana takes us on a journey through time. Learn how you can contribute to the preservation of this invaluable cultural heritage.

Highlights:

  • 00:18 Introduction to the Gullah Geechee culture and its often overlooked day-to-day experiences.
  • 03:02 Origins of the Gullah Geechee culture as descendants of West African enslaved people and their significance in rice cultivation.
  • 05:09 Luana's personal journey of discovering and documenting the Gullah culture.
  • 08:01 Helping others trace their ancestral roots within the Gullah Geechee culture.
  • 11:01 The significance of sharing untold stories and preserving Gullah land.
  • 13:19 Luana's extensive efforts, including documentaries, podcasts, and social media, in promoting and documenting the culture.
  • 16:02 Supporting the preservation and promotion of the Gullah Geechee culture through donations and grants.
  • 23:10 Luana's speaking engagements and educational initiatives to raise awareness about the Gullah culture.
  • 27:29 The widespread presence of Gullah Geechee descendants across the United States and the power of connecting to this unique culture.

    • Explore the cultural richness of the Gullah Geechee heritage and join Luana Sellers in her mission to ensure its legacy endures.


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