Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 15 hours ago
00:00 - Intro: A story about childhood and identity.
00:35 - Welcome and channel overview (identity, family stories, deep dives).
01:09 - Question 1: Feelings on "acceptance guilt" and the African-American community.
02:16 - Discussion on DNA heritage, the "one drop rule," and identifying with ancestors.
04:09 - A personal story from age 8 about a conversation with her father.
06:22 - Question 2: Plans for learning Louisiana Creole.
07:19 - Question 3: Coping with unsupportive family members after DNA results.
09:05 - Sharing a personal experience regarding DNA tests and family truth.
10:53 - Question 4: Favorite Creole/Cajun cuisine (and why she avoids seafood).
12:10 - Question 5: Dealing with the stress of the modern news cycle.
13:08 - Question 6: Feelings on being on camera and viewer comments.
13:43 - Question 7: Keeping a positive attitude while discussing heavy topics.
15:21 - Conclusion and how to submit future questions.
A few of you asked about my race this week, from very different places. One question was about the one drop rule and what 5% actually means. Another was about my Creole connections. And one was about acceptance, and whether I feel guilty accepting it. I've been thinking about all of them, so let's talk.
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OTHER VIDEO PLAYLISTS
► Melungeon + Redbones: youtube.com/watch?v=LyLd8rizXCQ&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hS0duqgK5mkBh_9aqIpbooI
► "Who Counts as..." Series in the US: youtube.com/watch?v=yUbLF-tgbB0&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hRisWeiK9K5E8X7asZdz4X1
► Mexicans youtube.com/watch?v=IwJyAwnx39Y&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hSU0OWM1p4QUln0iBpI77wf
► Enslaved Ancestor stories youtube.com/watch?v=uAxyz0q0A4s&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hQxDnyRTah5wYRX9b4FSrqR
► My family story of white passing : youtube.com/watch?v=SQp7jeNp_yg&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hQcox9CjaJWA7QKTYXw9Zn2
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Come join me on a new docu-series that explores identity, racial tensions in the South during the 20th century, and the unique experiences of those who historically called Louisiana home.
My name is Danielle Romero, and all my life, I have romanticized Louisiana.
Growing up in New York, it represented a place where I could step back the sepia-toned life of my great grandmother, Lola Perot, who died before I was born.
Now, it was time to go back to Louisiana--although I had no idea what the truth would be or what questions to ask---who was Lola really? Who were we?
*Amazon links are affiliate links. If buy something through these links, we may earn affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting this project!
00:00 - Intro: A story about childhood and identity.
00:35 - Welcome and channel overview (identity, family stories, deep dives).
01:09 - Question 1: Feelings on "acceptance guilt" and the African-American community.
02:16 - Discussion on DNA heritage, the "one drop rule," and identifying with ancestors.
04:09 - A personal story from age 8 about a conversation with her father.
06:22 - Question 2: Plans for learning Louisiana Creole.
07:19 - Question 3: Coping with unsupportive family members after DNA results.
09:05 - Sharing a personal experience regarding DNA tests and family truth.
10:53 - Question 4: Favorite Creole/Cajun cuisine (and why she avoids seafood).
12:10 - Question 5: Dealing with the stress of the modern news cycle.
13:08 - Question 6: Feelings on being on camera and viewer comments.
13:43 - Question 7: Keeping a positive attitude while discussing heavy topics.
15:21 - Conclusion and how to submit future questions.
A few of you asked about my race this week, from very different places. One question was about the one drop rule and what 5% actually means. Another was about my Creole connections. And one was about acceptance, and whether I feel guilty accepting it. I've been thinking about all of them, so let's talk.
✅Join me OFF of Youtube
patreon.com/NYTN
💚💚Get you $50 cash back @ Rakuten rakuten.com/r/DANIEL9771
☕Send me a coffee!: ko-fi.com/nytn13#linkModal
nytonashville.com
► 👕 NYTN Merch: nytonashville.com
▶Download the first section FREE of my "Be a Good ancestor" course here:
nytonashville.com/shoplola/be-a-good-ancestor-course-digital-download-videos-bjks6
FOLLOW ME 📸
► YouTube: / @NYTN
► Facebook: / facebook.com/findinglolafilm
► Website: nytonashville.com
► X: / twitter.com/ImFindingLola
OTHER VIDEO PLAYLISTS
► Melungeon + Redbones: youtube.com/watch?v=LyLd8rizXCQ&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hS0duqgK5mkBh_9aqIpbooI
► "Who Counts as..." Series in the US: youtube.com/watch?v=yUbLF-tgbB0&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hRisWeiK9K5E8X7asZdz4X1
► Mexicans youtube.com/watch?v=IwJyAwnx39Y&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hSU0OWM1p4QUln0iBpI77wf
► Enslaved Ancestor stories youtube.com/watch?v=uAxyz0q0A4s&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hQxDnyRTah5wYRX9b4FSrqR
► My family story of white passing : youtube.com/watch?v=SQp7jeNp_yg&list=PLvzaW1c7S5hQcox9CjaJWA7QKTYXw9Zn2
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Come join me on a new docu-series that explores identity, racial tensions in the South during the 20th century, and the unique experiences of those who historically called Louisiana home.
My name is Danielle Romero, and all my life, I have romanticized Louisiana.
Growing up in New York, it represented a place where I could step back the sepia-toned life of my great grandmother, Lola Perot, who died before I was born.
Now, it was time to go back to Louisiana--although I had no idea what the truth would be or what questions to ask---who was Lola really? Who were we?
*Amazon links are affiliate links. If buy something through these links, we may earn affiliate commission. Thank you for supporting this project!
