In today's episode, we sit with Uther Charlton-Stevens, author of ‘Anglo-Indian and The End of Empire,’ and reexamine empire and decolonization through the eyes of Anglo-Indians.
Feeling seen— I’m glad this podcast highlighted the fact that ‘Anglo’ in this context is not necessarily British. It’s something I’ve often had to explain when discussing this topic, and I’m frequently met with disagreement. When I think of ‘Anglo-Indian’, I do associate it with British colonialism but, also Portuguese and Dutch influences. Yes, the name is misleading, but sometimes the meanings of words are more flexible than we might expect.
I have always called myself Anglo Indian but I am not one who fits the definition outlined in the podcast. I am of an Indian father and a British mother and born in England in the 60’s. I am delighted to learn a little more about the community and diaspora described. Thank you
My Dad is Anglo Indian and I have always struggled to explain to people what that actually is . This podcast is fascinating and clarifies how and what it means to be part of as this, fast disappearing family.
Feeling seen— I’m glad this podcast highlighted the fact that ‘Anglo’ in this context is not necessarily British. It’s something I’ve often had to explain when discussing this topic, and I’m frequently met with disagreement. When I think of ‘Anglo-Indian’, I do associate it with British colonialism but, also Portuguese and Dutch influences. Yes, the name is misleading, but sometimes the meanings of words are more flexible than we might expect.
I have always called myself Anglo Indian but I am not one who fits the definition outlined in the podcast. I am of an Indian father and a British mother and born in England in the 60’s. I am delighted to learn a little more about the community and diaspora described. Thank you
My Dad is Anglo Indian and I have always struggled to explain to people what that actually is . This podcast is fascinating and clarifies how and what it means to be part of as this, fast disappearing family.
Fantastic podcast, thank you so much. I am about to listen to it again, and have just ordered the book.