In the final episode of my Black History Month series, I explore the experiences of Black Scots today.

From navigating accents and identity to their contributions in culture and activism, this episode delves into how these voices shape modern Scotland.

Hear about influential figures like Jackie Kay and discover how Scottish society is evolving to embrace its diverse identity.

Join me as I celebrate the integral role of Black Scots in the nation's story.

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00:00 Introduction to Black History Month Special

00:45 Accents and Identity

01:12 Belonging and Exclusion

01:46 Black Creativity in Scotland Today

02:41 Globalisation and the Future

03:11 Everyday Belonging

Did you know that 1 in 3 white men in Jamaica in the 1800s was Scottish?

In this episode of the Scottish English Podcast, I delve into Scotland's deep connections to the transatlantic slave trade, challenging the misconception that slavery's impacts were distant.

I look at Glasgow's prosperity from the tobacco and sugar industries, the role of Scots in Caribbean plantations, and the lingering effects of this history.

This episode emphasises the importance of reckoning with these uncomfortable truths, modern debates on statues of slave-linked figures, educational reforms, and the question of reparations to build a truth-based Scottish pride.

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00:00 Introduction and Support

00:42 Scotland's Ties to Slavery

01:08 Glasgow's Tobacco and Sugar Trade

01:50 Scottish Role in the Colonies

02:37 The Human Cost of Slavery

03:14 Modern Reckoning with Slavery

03:51 Reparations and Justice Today

04:31 Conclusion and Future Episodes

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This episode of the Scottish English Podcast dives deep into the untold stories of black Jacobites during the 17th and 18th-century uprisings in Scotland.

We'll explore how black individuals became entwined in the Jacobite cause, challenging traditional narratives of this historic rebellion.

Through the lens of figures like Scipio Kennedy, we'll unpack the complexities of Jacobitism and its ties to empire, slavery, and global migration.

Join me as I discuss these overlooked voices and examine how their experiences reshape our understanding of Scottish history.

Remember to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for our next episode addressing Scotland's connection to the legacy of slavery.

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00:00 Introduction to Black History Month Special

00:37 Unveiling the Black Jacobites

01:07 Who Were the Jacobites?

01:50 Enslaved Lives in the Highlands

02:49 Black Soldiers in the Jacobite Cause

03:32 The Aftermath and Historical Suppression

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