Reclaiming Untold Stories of the African Diaspora: Geronimo Robinson
By Lana Reid | May 8, 2024
As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Geronimo Robinson, author, speaker, and professor, to discuss reclaiming the untold stories of the African Diaspora. Geronimo shares insights from his travels across Spain, Brazil, Morocco, and Colombia, drawing from his groundbreaking book that sheds light on the profound yet often overlooked contributions of African Diaspora communities around the world. The conversation centers on history, cultural memory, and the importance of reclaiming narratives that have been excluded from mainstream storytelling.
In this episode of The Male Perspective, Geronimo Robinson offers a rich and global conversation on African Diaspora history, identity, and truth-telling.
Geronimo explains how dominant historical narratives frequently marginalize or erase the experiences of African-descended people outside of the United States. Through research, travel, and lived engagement, he documents how African Diaspora communities have shaped culture, resistance movements, and social structures across multiple continents.
Throughout the conversation, Lana Reid and Geronimo explore the power of historical framing. Geronimo reflects on how many liberation stories, including those connected to the Civil Rights Movement, are often simplified or misattributed. He highlights figures such as Victoria Gray Adams, co-founder of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, whose legacy is frequently overshadowed despite her significant contributions. Geronimo underscores that “herstory” and overlooked leadership roles deserve equal recognition alongside widely celebrated narratives.
The discussion also addresses why reclaiming these stories matters today. Geronimo emphasizes that understanding African Diaspora history strengthens cultural identity, fosters global connection, and challenges incomplete versions of history. He explains that reclaiming truth is not about rewriting history, but about completing it.
This episode reinforces the importance of historical accountability, cultural preservation, and honoring the full scope of African Diaspora contributions worldwide.
About the Guest
Geronimo Robinson is an author, speaker, and professor whose work focuses on African Diaspora history, global Black identity, and cultural storytelling. His research and writing highlight untold histories and elevate voices that have been overlooked in traditional historical narratives.
For more information on Geronimo Robinson:
https://geronimorobinson.com
About the Series
This episode is part of the Black Men Matter Series, highlighting Black men who are scholars, authors, and cultural historians committed to preserving truth, reclaiming identity, and expanding conversations around Black history on a global scale.
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