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(Summer 2026 - Under the Haitian Skin Series)
“The Sins of Haiti: Dared to Be Free” is the electrifying first episode of a 12‑part summer series, Under the Haitian Skin, airing from June 12 to August 28, 2026. In this riveting 30‑minute journey, Souvni and Valentin peel back the layers of history to reveal the truth behind what the world once called Haiti’s greatest sin, the audacity to be free.
With a blend of poetic narration, humor, and unflinching honesty, this episode transports listeners back to a time before Haiti was Haiti, when the Taíno people lived in harmony… until the arrival of Christopher Columbus. From there, the story unfolds like a cinematic epic:
- The generosity of the TaínoThe greed and violence of colonizersThe kidnapping of African warriors, strategists, and leadersThe rise of a resistance unlike anything the world had ever seenThe unstoppable force of Toussaint, Dessalines, Capois, Makandal, and thousands of unnamed heroesThe panic of global powers as Haiti declared: “We are human.”
Souvni guides listeners through the emotional landscape of a nation punished for daring to break its chains, while Valentin asks the questions that keep the conversation sharp, human, and deeply relatable.
And just when the intensity peaks, the episode shifts into a comedic, symbolic skit with La Famille Pòt, a hilarious and brilliant dramatization where Columbus, a Nèg Mawon, Rochambeau, Makandal, Dessalines, and even the French “mailman” all show up knocking at the family’s door. It’s history retold with wit, warmth, and unforgettable imagery.
Follow the Full Summer Series
This episode launches the Summer 2026: Under the Haitian Skin series, a 12‑week exploration of Haiti’s history, identity, wounds, triumphs, and global impact.
From June 12 to August 28, tune in every Friday at 7:30 PM on Radyo Konpa 1320 AM or listen anytime on the podcast.
Each episode dives deeper into:
- Haiti’s revolutionary legacyThe price of freedomThe myths and truths beneath Haiti’s strugglesThe brilliance and resilience of the Haitian people
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