Rediscovering Roots: Garífuna Heritage & First-Gen Identity with Nisani Walser
Description
In the season finale of Labyrinth of the First Gen, host Weyu Shameka is joined by Nisani Walser, a Garífuna American from Brooklyn, NY, to explore the journey of reconnecting with one’s cultural roots. Nisani shares her experience rediscovering her Garífuna heritage through language, travel, and family stories, reflecting on how visiting ancestral lands fosters identity & belonging.
Currently writing a book about her grandfather’s journey from Honduras to America, Nisani highlights how immigrant stories and family resilience shape her mission to preserve diaspora voices and culture for future generations. This episode celebrates the power of heritage, storytelling, and entrepreneurship journeys in cultural preservation.
For more on Nisani’s work, visit: nisaniwalser.com
- Episode Breakdown:
00:00 - Introduction to the Season Finale
00:12 - Guest Introduction: Nisani’s Identity and Heritage
01:28 - Exploring Garífuna Roots and Cultural Heritage
05:55 - Family and Community Connections
10:58 - Reflections on Cultural Diversity and Identity
17:41 - Preserving Culture Through Writing
20:45 - Grandfather’s Legacy and Resilience
29:06 - Conclusion and Farewell
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