The Moth

Inheriting Harlem

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Adrienne Lotson hears stories about her father’s days in Harlem.

Tags Black history Black culture Ethnicity Race Historical event PG Historical Nostalgic Wistful Thought-provoking Atmospheric Hopeful Serious Tender

Storyteller

Adrienne Lotson

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Different Ways of Learning: Adrienne Lotson and Lopaka Kapanui

Original Air Date

September 1, 2023

Recorded Date

February 4, 2020

“My dad was that kind of dad. You know the one that wanted to teach you lessons by telling you stories.”

Photo by Mike Nyman
Adrienne lotson photo by mike nyman

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