Our Ancestors Were Messy
5.0/5
Critic Rating
Our Ancestors Were Messy, is a podcast covering the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines in the Black newspapers of segregated communities during the pre-Civil Rights era. On each episode, host Nichole Hill and her guests follow the story of an ancestor in search of opportunity, adventure, love, and a way to beat Jim Crow. Hill and her guests learn the mess - and eventual history - their ancestors make along the way. Support this independent production by joining the donor community at: ourancestorsweremessy.supercast.com Follow us on Instagram @ourancestorsweremessy @nicholewthanh
Critic Reviews
Score: 5
Lauren Passell • Podcast The Newsletter • Jul 23, 2024
"Nichole is a masterful storyteller, the way she pulls us through episode one...It’s full of really juicy details...And there is real attention to the sound."
