Topic: African Heritage

2 chapters across the catalog

Don's Dentures
Episode 988 1:02:57 - 1:07:51

988: Don's Dentures

DNA Testing Accuracy, 23andMe and African Heritage Claims

A discussion on DNA testing services like 23andMe suggests that results may be manipulated to show trace amounts of African heritage for political or social reasons. A segment on the Today Show featuring triplets showed identical results across different kits, which the hosts suspect was a "native ad" for the testing companies. Concerns are raised regarding the privacy and security of giving genetic data to private corporations.

Oil Spill Déjà vu
Episode 204 0:00 - 2:48

204: Oil Spill Déjà vu

June Proclamations, LGBT Pride and Caribbean American Heritage Month

President Barack Obama issued multiple proclamations designating June 2010 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month, Caribbean American Heritage Month, and African-American Music Appreciation Month. The hosts question the logistical feasibility of assigning four distinct themes to a single month. There is specific commentary on the timing of Caribbean American Heritage Month in relation to ongoing issues in Haiti and Jamaica.