Every so often, a piece of work circles back into the conversation in unexpected ways—and reminds you that its ideas still matter. I’m excited to share that my book, Stories of Identity Among Black, Middle Class, Second Generation Caribbeans: We, Too, Sing America, which I published back in 2017 (Palgrave Macmillan/Springer), was recently reviewed in a podcast episode. The host offered a brief but thoughtful reflection of the text, highlighting its enduring relevance in today’s social, political, and academic landscapes.
The review was positive, affirming the themes I explored nearly a decade ago—on race, identity, migration, and belonging—continue to speak to the challenges and questions we’re still grappling with in 2025. It’s a testament to the importance of keeping these conversations alive, and to the value of scholarship that centers the voices and lived experiences of historically marginalized communities.
I’ve included a short audio reel of the brief podcast book review for you to check out—just scroll down and listen! It’s always humbling (and a bit surreal) to hear one’s work discussed and appreciated years later.
If you haven’t read the book yet—or if you’re ready to revisit it with fresh eyes—I encourage you to grab a copy. Share it with a friend, your students, a book club, or someone who’s trying to make sense of the world and their place in it.
Thank you for continuing to support the work. Stories, after all, don’t expire—they evolve!
Peace & Blessings,
Dr. Yndia
