Welcome to the latest episode of the Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, a quest into the heart of history, familial values, and Caribbean identity. In this episode, our host Wendy Aris fosters an enlightening conversation with our esteemed guest, author and cultural expert Kofi Piesie.

They dive into Piesie's fascinating blog post 'Beautiful African Hair, Please Stop Using the Other N-word,' where he sheds light on the misunderstood perception of African hair, often dismissed as 'nappy.' Drawing on historical occurrences and ongoing societal stigmas, Piesie explores the impact it continues to have on individuals of African descent and the deep-rooted psychological wounds it leaves behind.

Kofi also explores the value-laden significance of hairstyles in diverse African cultures, ranging from denoting one's social status to marking societal milestones. Bringing forth the inherent beauty and diversity of African hair, this conversation serves as an enlightening exploration and a compelling call to action.

Journeying from Nigeria to Chad, we touch upon intriguing hair traditions and practices, deeply rooted in cultural meanings and emotional states. We challenge misconceptions surrounding ‘natural hair,’ advocating for its beauty, vitality, and potentiality.

Our episode further explores the spiritual significance of hair in African traditions and the meaningful role it plays in rites and rituals. In connecting ancient culture with contemporary trends, we highlight the profound influence of African hair traditions on today's hairstyling practices.

The episode concludes on a hopeful note, urging listeners to embrace their natural beauty, learn more about their hair's history, and pass on these valuable lessons to future generations. Embrace your cultural practices, and take pride in your hair's powerful narrative.

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Bio:

Kofi Piesie is a Pan African, Lecturer, Author and is a member of Seshew Maa Ny Medew Netcher, a group that studies Ancient Egyptian Writing and language, Mossi Warrior Clan, the group studies are intensively in West Africa and Kofi Piesie Research Team that research and studies African American, and African history, culture, writing, and languages. Kofi Piesie has been an independent researcher for 9 years and has been presenting information 7 years using the ancient Egyptian word tp Hsb which means the correct method. 2013 he made it his mission to reconstruct the African Mind and a few years later he created a channel that takes the black man, women, and child Eurocentric mind and Africanize call Ko? Piesie Tv in 2017.

Books:

https://www.thriftbooks.com/a/kofi-piesie/4511806/

Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Books-Kofi-Piesie-Research-Team/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AKofi+Piesie+Research+Team

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8GxvM14O8H_rmVLUf89Jw

Follow: Twitter: @eppinghall

Instagram: @berkshirehalleppingpress

Morning Journal Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMTL3NV 

Genealogy Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NRHG3M3

Theme Music "Africa" is modern ethnic track with fresh chords, African vocal, orchestra. License Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed)

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