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Welcome to Notice History, the podcast where we explore the ways we encounter and interact with history in our daily lives. Join Robin, Nick, and Keely as they delve into the fun and fascinating histories of past people, places, and things that continue to impact us today. By taking notice of these histories, we hope to achieve a better understanding of ourselves and the culture we live in. Notice History is created by Know History, a historical research company in Canada. For more about Know History, visit knowhistory.ca. Follow us on Twitter @NoticeHistory, or check us out online at knowhistory.ca/podcast.

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We are the Roots: An Interview with Deborah Dobbins and Dr. Jenna Bailey

February 12, 2019 • Notice History • Season 2 • Episode 1

In our second season opener, we are joined by Deborah Dobbins and Dr. Jenna Bailey to discuss their recent oral history project and documentary, We are the Roots: Black Settlers and Their Experiences of Discrimination on the Canadian Prairies.

The film explores the experiences of African American settlers to Western Canada, primarily those who came from the United States and settled in Alberta and Saskatchewan between 1905 and 1912. It includes the stories of 19 descendants of these original settlers, recorded in oral history interviews conducted by Dr. Jenna Bailey and Dr. David Este in collaboration with Edmonton's Shiloh Centre for Multicultural Roots.

You can view the film online at baileyandsoda.com.

Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NoticeHistory