Colonial Shadows: The Theory of the Comprador
Send a text The episode critiques colonialism’s lasting impact through the lens of the "comprador effect," a Marxist theory highlighting how intermediary classes in post-colonial societies align with ...
22 Dec 20241h 16min
Exploring the Legacy of the Five Percent Nation w/Ish Khepri
Send a text What if understanding your cultural and historical roots could be the key to overcoming systemic oppression? Join us as we explore this powerful notion with Ish Khepri, a Pan-African activ...
24 Nov 20241h 10min
Enduring Colonial Legacies and Political-Economic Challenges in Modern Africa w/Abel Gaiya pt. 2
Send a text Continuing from the previous episode, we discuss the persistent economic struggles of African nations and discover how the legacies of colonialism continue to shape modern economic policie...
10 Nov 20241h 2min
Enduring Colonial Legacies and Political-Economic Challenges in Modern Africa w/Abel Gaiya pt. 1
Send a text Unpacking Colonial Legacies: Trade, and Africa's Quest for Economic Independence Together with development economist Abel Gaya, we confront the enduring impact of colonial legacies on pos...
27 Okt 202452min
Black in Time: Who was Patrice Lumumba?
Send a text Explore the rise and tragic fall of Patrice Lumumba, a beacon of the black movement and a nationalist leader whose dreams of an independent Congo were thwarted by internal strife, Belgian ...
29 Sep 20241h 9min
Ancient Tones and Modern Voices: West African Heritage Through Art and Music w/Lamine Sonko
Send a text What if the ancient rhythms of West Africa could heal both body and soul? In this episode, we sit down with cultural educator and artist Lamine Sonko to unravel the rich tapestry of West A...
15 Sep 20241h 9min
The Struggle for Linguistic Identity in Post-Colonial Africa w/Salikoko Mufwene
Send a text What if your native language was sidelined in favour of a foreign one in your own homeland? In a discussion with Salikoko Mufwene, a distinguished linguist from the Democratic Republic of ...
1 Sep 20241h 12min
Black in Time: Who was Kwame Ture?
Send a text Ever wondered how the term "Black Power" came to define a generation? In this episode, we talk about the life of Kwame Ture, better known as Stokely Carmichael. From his foundational work ...
18 Aug 20241h 26min
