Exploring how culture shapes our lives through stories, conversations, and everyday experiences.
Many Voices, One Table
These short reels offer a first glimpse of artist conversations created for the Art of the African Diaspora Satellite Show. Join us at the exhibition on March 21 to see longer excerpts, with full interviews coming to the Tradition Café podcast in April.
As the creator and host of Tradition Café, I often collaborate with other podcasters and cultural storytellers who are exploring history, identity, and heritage through conversation. One of those collaborations was my guest appearance on the Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast hosted by Wendy Aris. When I first launched Tradition Café, I spent a …
I started Tradition Café because I’m curious about people and where we come from. Every conversation is a chance to sit down with someone and talk about heritage, identity, and the traditions that shape our lives. The show is still new, so being nominated for the Women’s Podcaster Awards in the Society & Culture category, …
I’m excited, proud, and deeply honored to share that I was invited to collaborate with Studio 23 for the 3rd Annual Art of the African Diaspora Satellite Exhibition. This opportunity feels like a natural extension of the work I love most: uplifting personal history, celebrating cultural memory, and creating space for artists to tell their …
The very first episode of Tradition Café wasn’t recorded in a studio or with fancy equipment. It took shape in my mom’s garden in the Dominican Republic, with a little cafecito in hand and my phone quietly capturing our conversation, while tropical birds sang in the background, my Tía Gilda occasionally interrupted us, and Rosa …
Let’s Swap Stories — and Podcasts 🎙️ Cross-Promotion for Creators, Hosts, and Storytellers At Tradition Café, we love exploring the rituals, roots, and stories that shape who we are. And we know every creator has their own corner of the world they’re passionate about sharing. That’s why we’re opening up a guest exchange opportunity — …
We want to hear your story! 💛 Tradition Café is now welcoming guests for 2026 episodes. Everyone has a story—and we’d love to share yours. Even if you don’t know much about your family history, it doesn’t matter! 🌿 We can talk about your chosen community, your art, your work, your roots-in-progress, or anything that makes you who …
Carrie Madarang: Heritage, Change, and Ancient Wisdom Some people walk into a conversation and light it up with honesty, laughter, and depth all at once. That’s what happened when I sat down with Carrie Madarang for this week’s episode of Tradition Café. With both Filipina and American roots, and a deep connection to Celtic and …
Some episodes feel extra special because they’re not just about a guest — they’re about a friend. That’s exactly how it feels with Violeta, who I’ve had the joy of working with (and laughing with) for almost ten years. If you know us, you know two things: we can make each other laugh about pretty …
Yorkshire pudding is a delicious baked dish made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, and milk. Traditionally served with roast beef, it can also accompany various meats or vegetables. When cooked with sausages in a large pan, it’s known as “toad in the hole.” This fluffy side dish is popular in the UK, often …
