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Puerto Rico: From Tainos to Today with Laura Ortiz
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Unveiling Puerto Rico: A Deep Dive into Culture, History, and Identity
In this episode of The Moreish Podcast, Hema chats with Laura Ortiz, an historian and tour operator from Sofrito Tours, for an enlightening discussion on Puerto Rico's rich history and vibrant culture.
In this episode they dive into the Taino people's matrilineal society and their tragic decline due to Spanish colonization, the introduction of enslaved African people, the encomienda system, and the drastic transitions under U.S. control. It highlights the mixed reactions to U.S. colonization, the significance of the Spanish-American War, the abolition of slavery, and the implications of the Jones Act of 1917 granting U.S. citizenship to Puerto Ricans.
The episode also explores the enduring impact of African, Spanish, and Taino influences on Puerto Rican culture, grappling with identity amidst American influence, and addressing contemporary issues such as hair discrimination. The narrative underscores Puerto Rico’s deep cultural heritage, its demographically diverse identity, and its welcoming nature.
Laura's book recommendations:
Puerto Rico: A National History, Jorell Melendez-Badillo
Economic History of Puerto Rico: Institutional Change and Capitalist Development, James L. Dietz
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