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Best podcasts about afrofuture

Latest podcast episodes about afrofuture

If More Let's Divide
Deezy On Self-Realisation, Maturity, Entertainment And Business.

If More Let's Divide

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 79:01


Send Us A MessageAs a pioneering member of the social media zeitgeist, a brands manager and marketing strategist, the concept of having an organic influence over culture evolved with Deezy. He has parlayed that into having a looming shadow over the entertainment space of the new African on the world stage. In this episode, we went on a ride, and discussed a lot! One for the books!Support the showFollow Us - IG - https://instagram.com/imld.podTwitter - https://twitter.com/imldpodFacebook - https://facebook.com/IMLDPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@imld.podAnd do subscribe to our YouTube channel here - https://youtube.com/@IfMoreLetsDivide

Insight with Beth Ruyak
Best of Insight: Unsolved Mystery of the Yuba County Five | Book ‘The Hungry Season' | Memoir ‘Dancing the Afrofuture'

Insight with Beth Ruyak

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024


Best of 2024: The 1978 unsolved disappearance of the Yuba County Five. Plus, “The Hungry Season” details a Hmong rice farmer in the Central Valley. Finally, “Dancing the Afrofuture,” a memoir studying hip hop culture. Unsolved Mystery of the Yuba County Five

Konnected Minds Podcast
From Selling Cookies to Building Ghana's Biggest Music Festival AfroFuture: Ken Agyapong Jr.'s Entrepreneurial Journey

Konnected Minds Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 46:46 Transcription Available


Send us a Text Message.What drives a successful entrepreneur to leave the U.S. and build Ghana's biggest music festival? Join us as Ken Agyapong Jr. shares his incredible story of transformation and ambition, taking us from his teenage entrepreneurial ventures to his role as the co-founder of the Afrofuture Festival. Ken's journey is filled with rich cultural insights and unexpected inspirations, including a pivotal moment influenced by his Chinese classmates that led him to move to Ghana. We'll hear about his adventures in media, real estate, and technology, and how he has committed himself to fuel economic growth and innovation in Ghana.Ever tried turning a childhood dream into a thriving business? Ken walks us through his early entrepreneurial stumbles and triumphs, starting from selling cookies at age 13 to scaling up to large-scale entertainment events during his university years. Experience his transition into the Ghanaian business landscape and the lessons learned from his initial ventures, such as managing a party in Ghana and navigating the slower pace and unique market dynamics. This episode is packed with practical advice on gaining experience, understanding local markets, and adapting to cultural differences.We dive into the complexities of business partnerships and the resilience required to overcome unforeseen challenges. Ken shares stories about import ventures, dealing with dishonest customers, and the impact of global events like the Ukraine war. The conversation touches on navigating partnerships, ensuring transparency, and the importance of legacy in business. As a father, Ken also reflects on the values of honesty, hard work, and the importance of role models. Tune in for a truly inspirational discussion that highlights the perseverance and innovative spirit needed to succeed against all odds.Support the Show.Watch the video episode of this on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/konnectedminds

Push In - The CineVic Podcast
S4E9 - Afrofuturism & Underwater Worlds w/ Kemi Craig

Push In - The CineVic Podcast

Play Episode Play 36 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 10:00


Who else but innovative City of Victoria Artist-In-Residence Kemi Craig would find links between Afrofuturism, west African free divers' traditional spiritual practice of Orisha, and the spirits of captives drowned in the west African slave trade? In work encompassing immersive, multi-sensory, site-specific installations and performances, this innovative dancer, filmmaker, multi-media creator and performance artist creates analog and digital work deeply rooted in themes of anti-oppression and social justice. Since getting her start in film at Cinevic Society of Independent Filmmakers, Kemi has participated in artist's residency programs with CineVic, the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, and Dance Victoria, and guest curated the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria's programming series Blueprints for the Afrofuture. Currently, she is the City of Victoria Artist-In-Residence. Referred to in this episode:Music group Drexciya: https://open.spotify.com/album/7bBx5uPv2YgRIAFyXBWhEV About Kemi:Website: https://www.kemicraig.comInstagram:  http://www.instagram.com/kemi.craigFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kemi.craigIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3008707/Kemi's projects:Afroquatics: https://aggv.ca/exhibits/afroquatics/Blueprints for the Afrofuture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U654RmSSLU4UVic talk: https://gatewaytoart.uvic.ca/2024/02/05/artists-talk-kemi-craig/What Home Means to Youhttps://www.victoria.ca/city-government/news/free-super-8-film-screening-what-home-means-you-0Subscribe to catch the latest episodes of Push In on Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/2S5WB7q Podcast Production Team:·      Technical Director: Paul Ruta·      Sound Editor: Michael Korican·      Host, Researcher & copywriter: Joyce Kline·      Co-Producers: Joyce Kline, Michael Korican, Paul Ruta

Push In - The CineVic Podcast
S4E8 - Being Artist in Residence w/ Kemi Craig

Push In - The CineVic Podcast

Play Episode Play 33 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 10:00


From how to apply for the position, to how much you'll get paid, Victoria's 2022-24 Artist-in-Residence Kemi Craig shares everything you ever wanted to know about her job but were afraid to ask!Kemi is a dancer, filmmaker, multi-media creator and performance artist whose work encompasses immersive, multi-sensory, site-specific installations and performances that encourage audience and community engagement. After getting her start in film at Cinevic Society of Independent Filmmakers, she's participated in artist's residency programs with CineVic, the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, and Dance Victoria. Most recently she was guest curator for the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria's programming series Blueprints for the Afrofuture. She holds an MFA degree from Emily Carr University of Art + Design and her work with both analog and digital technologies is rooted in themes of anti-oppression and social justice.Mentioned in this episode:What Home Means to Youhttps://www.victoria.ca/city-government/news/free-super-8-film-screening-what-home-means-you-0About Kemi:Website: https://www.kemicraig.comInstagram:  http://www.instagram.com/kemi.craigFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kemi.craigIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3008707/ Kemi's projects:Blueprints for the Afrofuture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U654RmSSLU4UVic talk: https://gatewaytoart.uvic.ca/2024/02/05/artists-talk-kemi-craig/Subscribe to catch the latest episodes of Push In on Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/2S5WB7q Podcast Production Team:·      Technical Director: Paul Ruta·      Sound Editor: Michael Korican·      Host, Researcher & copywriter: Joyce Kline·      Co-Producers: Joyce Kline, Michael Korican, Paul Ruta

A Dose of Black Joy and Caffeine
Season 9 - [EP 199] Rashan Brown aka Rush (The Mic) (Spoken-Word Poet & Founder) Poetry Me, Please

A Dose of Black Joy and Caffeine

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 27:41


Follow us on social @doseofblkjoy and learn more about “A Dose of Support” from the 4A's (American Association of Advertising Agencies): ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEW1U3sVdZRCQHPVtmwxAITUEA5I4ojWGAgKJMMp3Tc63l-A/viewform?usp=sf_link⁠ About Rashan: Rashan Brown aka Rush (The Mic) is a Spoken-Word Poet & Founder of poetry me, please. Founded in 2019, poetry me, please is a spoken-word poetry platform and content studio that provides a stage for artists across the world to showcase their talents through creative verbal expression. Featured in Forbes, Time Out, PIX11, News12, NBC, Ebony, REVOLT & The Grio, poetry me, please is the largest poetry showcase in NYC. Averaging 500 guests per show, PMP is on the rise.  Rashan's voice & brand have partnered with the likes of the NFL, Eventbrite, LLoyd Banks, Harlem's Fashion Row, NY Independent Schools, the Big Four, Columbia Business School, Republic Records, Rupi Kaur, TIER, Microsoft, AfroTech and AfroFuture. Bringing the show to City Winery, The Cutting Room, SOBS and the iconic Apollo Theater where they sold out to a crowd of over 1,500. The former STEM educator & Bronx native is committed to mentorship and community building. A board member of BUILD NYC, Rashan continues to be a mentor for students at his alma mater University at Albany, SUNY. A member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Rashan carries the values of the organization in this work. 

Insight with Beth Ruyak
April Snow Survey | Investigating California Jail Deaths | Memoir ‘Dancing the Afrofuture'

Insight with Beth Ruyak

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024


Gov. Newsom attends the April snow survey in the Sierra. Also, an investigation into a rise in jail deaths across the state. Finally, a memoir studying hip hop culture “Dancing the Afrofuture: Hula, Hip-Hop and the Dunham Legacy.” April Snow Survey Gov. Gavin Newsom traveled to the April 1 snow survey in El Dorado County held by the Department of Water Resources near Echo Summit. For the second year in a row, California's snowpack is above the historical average - this year the snowpack is 110%, which is considered the peak snowpack for the season and critical for water managers as it marks the transition to spring snowmelt into the state's rivers and reservoirs. Jay Lund is a professor emeritus of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Vice-Director of the UC Davis Center for Watershed Sciences and joins us with more on what this means for California's evolving water needs. Investigating California Jail Deaths CalMatters Reporter Nigel Duara discusses his investigation into jail deaths in the state which found that despite Gov. Gavin Newsom's pledge to address a rise in jail deaths early in his administration, fentanyl overdoses and suicides have death rates at historic highs - even though California jails are holding thousands fewer people. Memoir ‘Dancing the Afrofuture' A UC Davis professor's new memoir, titled Dancing the Afrofuture: Hula, Hip-Hop and the Dunham Legacy, chronicles her journey from being a dancer-activist in the Bay Area, to an academic scholar studying hip-hop culture. Author Dr. Halifu Osumare, Professor Emerita of African American & African Studies at UC Davis joins Insight to talk about how this transition from art to academia came to be, and how dance has been a “survival mechanism” for people of African descent to preserve culture and values.  

The Flip
Afrobeats, Basketball & Commerce

The Flip

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 27:04


Live from the BIG Summit, a platform hosted by investor and 2x NBA All-Star Baron Davis, at the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, a conversation with three operators connecting Africa to the world through culture and commerce. In this conversation, we're joined by Clare Akamanzi, the CEO of NBA Africa, Abdul Karim Abdullah, the Founder and CEO of AfroFuture music festival, and entrepreneur and private equity investor Tuyee Yeboah. 00:00 - Intro02:38 - NBA Africa05:32 - AfroFuture08:34 - Investing across Africa and the US10:55 - Basketball's role in Africa's development12:20 - Changing perceptions about the continent17:35 - How do we get more investors involved?21:20 - African talentEpisode Links - AfroFuture - https://www.afrofuture.com/BAL - https://bal.nba.com/BIG Summit - https://www.teambig.io/Our Links - 

Legon Live Podcast
A fresh start for freshers and an advice on STDs- S1E1

Legon Live Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2024 29:17


With an excited voice, Gideon Nicholas Day welcomes listeners on to the new podcast promising constant education and entertainment. This Episode throws light on Level 100s reporting to the University of Ghana and stretches to Interactions with patrons and diasporians at the 2023 Afrofuture! Listen and Share the Link! Sponsors: Palm Shades, Glam Styles Enterprise, Prime Xperience Producers and distributors : Days Dream Media Network (DDM) Music Appreciation Gyakie - Something ( Live Performance , Cloud ) I no go gree _ Agatha Moses Special Mention : Police Warn Nigerians Against "No Gree for Anybody" TVC Nigeria News Bulletin

For All Nerds Show
ForAllNerds Takes Over The NMAAHC

For All Nerds Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 82:50


As the new year dawns we reflect on one of the greatest experiences we had in 2023--speaking at the African American Museum of History and Culture in Washington, D.C.! In this episode we interview Leslie Walker, the Social Justice and Scholarly Programs Lead at NMAAHC who helped to create and build out the incredible Afrofuture Exhibit! We hilariously review snippets of the event that was led by ForAllNerds and learn more about what it takes to breathe continuous life into the museum. If you've ever wonder what goes into museum curation, how items are selected, and all the different jobs and responsibilities that makes the NMAAHC the incredible place it is--then LISTEN NOW! Get all the behind the scenes details and more. This is a MUST LISTEN EPISODE with mad gems, mad info, and mad love. Subscribe and Share!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5649266/advertisement

Capehart
Best of: How Ruth E. Carter brings Black style to the big screen

Capehart

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 29:23


In this conversation recorded for Washington Post Live on June 22, two-time Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter discusses her new book, “The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther,” dives deep on her creative process, and reflects on how her work has helped define Black style and culture.

WRCJ In-Studio Guests
Ruth E. Carter - December 15, 2023

WRCJ In-Studio Guests

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 10:04


Cecelia Sharpe speaks with award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter who will be at the Charles H. Wright Museum in Detroit on December 16, 2023 to talk about her book "The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther".

The Sound of Accra Podcast
Why Ghana is Attractive to the Diaspora x Ivy Prosper | S5 Ep.9

The Sound of Accra Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 49:29 Transcription Available


This week, Adrian speaks to Ivy Prosper. She is a YouTuber, Presenter Reporter, Producer, Public Speaker and Writer. She is also the founder of Prosper Creative Group, which produces content, consults with clients and supports projects in the creative industries. As an advocate for empowering women and girls, Ivy has been outspoken on issues regarding self-esteem, positive body image and gender equality.   As the former reporter on the television series, Maternal Health Channel, she gained a strong desire in supporting initiatives that educate the public about the issues related to maternal mortality.   In this episode we discuss: - Tips for content creators and the importance of patience and consistency - Ivy Prosper's early content creation efforts and involvement in promoting Ghana and Africa through digital media - Ivy Prosper's advice for people moving to Ghana -The Year of Return in 2019, marking the 400th anniversary of the arrival of enslaved Africans in the U.S -Factors contributing to Ghana's appeal to the diaspora, including stability, safety, language, and the warmth of the people -Highlighting impactful interviews with individuals making positive contributions to the Ghanaian community - The importance of Africans sharing their stories and creating opportunities through digital platforms - Women empowerment and challenges in Africa Show Notes: https://thesoundofaccra.com/ivyprosper Connect with Ivy and the Prosper Creative Group Twitter: https://twitter.com/ivyprosper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivyprosper/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ivyprosper Website: https://www.ivyprosper.com/   Check out Swiff: https://bit.ly/SwiffSOA Download Menufinder Africa App: https://www.menufinderafrica.com/   Our Socials YouTube: https://youtube.com/thesoundofaccrapodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesoundofaccra/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesoundofaccra  Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesoundofaccra Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thesoundofaccra Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/company/the-sound-of-accra Our Website: https://thesoundofaccra.com Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:30 Beyond the Return in 2020 7:26 Afrochella to Afrofuture 11:05 Chance The Rapper and Vic Mensa 14:58 Ivy's favourite Interviews 18:11 Solving Africa's Problems 18:55 Ghana's X Factor 25:54 Ghana's attraction to the diaspora 27:40 Ghana's customer service 30:08 Getting to know Ivy 31:47 Ivy empowering young women 35:38 TEDx Talk 37:34 Content creation success isn't overnight 39:12 Essential Guide to moving to Ghana and tips for content creators 42:30 Outro   Sponsor a podcast series or segment https://thesoundofaccra.com/sponsorship/  Learn how to start, launch and monetise a podcast and acquire your first 1000 listeners: https://atozpodcasting.com   Register your interest for our private community for entrepreneurs and creatives https://thesoundofaccra.com/community/  Leave us feedback https://thesoundofaccra.com/feedback/  Leave us a review https://ratethispodcast.com/thesoundofaccra    Listen to more episodes below  https://thesoundofaccrapodcast.podbean.com/    All our other links  https://linktr.ee/thesoundofaccrapod 

Was It Chance?
#52 - Rashan Brown: Allowing Us to Feel All the Feels

Was It Chance?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 55:17


We talk with Spoken-Word Poet, Rashan Brown, or you may know him by his stage name, Rush (The Mic). Rashan is the brilliant mind behind "Poetry Me, Please" – a vibrant community platform and event series that serves as a global stage for poets to let their creativity flow through the power of words. With showcases in NYC drawing in a whopping 500 people on an average night. Rashan has created something really extraordinary not only for the artists but also for audience members.  Rashan has been featured in PIX11, NBC, Ebony, REVOLT & The Grio. Rashan's voice and brand have partnered with LLoyd Banks, Harlem's Fashion Row, NY Independent Schools, Accenture, Columbia Business School, Republic Records, Rupi Kaur, TIER, AfroFuture, City Winery, The Cutting Room & SOBs. Connect with Rashan and Poetry, Me Please on their website, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Don't forget to book your tickets for the November Showcase at The Apollo on Saturday, November 25th  Make sure to follow this podcast everywhere you find podcasts, leave a rating and a review, and slip into our Instagram DMs at @wasitchance. More about Heather via @heather_vickeryandco on Instagram and Threads, @Braveheather on TikTok, and listen to The Brave Files More about Alan via @theatre_podcast on Instagram and listen to The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales EPISODE TAKEAWAYS Poetry Me is a digital and physical platform for Poets all over the world. Rashan started writing poetry during High School Heartbreak After being a teacher for several years, Rashan found himself back in the spoken word world for a friend's Showcase. He was drawn to recreating this wonderful feeling but not charging the artists for performing. Poetry is a style of a collective of words you're putting together - in a “poetic style.” Spoken Word is the passion that you put behind the poetic style. It's tone, volume, body involvement. The intentional risk was in marketing himself and Poetry Me, Please. Rush (The Mic) is a performer who does all sorts of spoken word with corporations as well as showcases. Community is for poets in general but specific for Black and Brown poets. The crowd has a deep experience by hearing these spoken-word poets share their experiences on stage. Rashan is always focused on pouring back into the community. Poetry Me, Please is fully funded through ticket sales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We Talk Back
AfroFuture with Abdul Karim Abdullah

We Talk Back

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 65:52 Transcription Available


This week AJ and Tambam first give their condolences to the family of 702 singer Irish Grinstead due to serious medical issues. Afterwards, they got into their S.I.N.S of the week, which included Jeezy filing for divorce from Jeanie Mai, Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert separating and Drake disobeying Halle Berry wishes. Later, on in the episode they spoke with Abdul Karim Abdullah CEO of Culture Management Group which is also the parent company for the AfroFuture Fest in Accra Ghana. During the interview Abdul spoke about the significant event and the ladies even got him to mention a simp story! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Of It
Icons Day Part 1: Ruth E. Carter Explains the Art of Costume Design

All Of It

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 15:30


[REBROADCAST FROM May 22, 2023] Ruth E. Carter has designed some of the most iconic costumes on screen, including looks from Marvel's "Black Panther" which won her an Oscar. Now, she's sharing lessons she learned throughout her three-decade career working with directors such as Spike Lee and Ava DuVernay. She joins us to talk about her new book, The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther.  

Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso
Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter Threads History and the Afrofuture

Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 70:35 Transcription Available


For over three decades, legendary costume designer Ruth E. Carter has created the looks of our most era-defining films. Today, we're celebrating those pieces chronicled in her new book, The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture. At the top, we discuss the current labor movement in Hollywood (5:03), Carter's upbringing in Massachusetts (8:50), and a formative Langston Hughes poem (12:56). Then, she reflects on her early years in Los Angeles (19:45), the night she met a lifelong collaborator in director Spike Lee (21:52), and the process of making School Daze (25:49), Do the Right Thing (29:06), and Malcolm X (37:42). On the back-half, Carter describes her innovative work on the Black Panther films (50:40), which earned her two Academy Awards (54:33), the enduring influence of her mother, Mabel Carter (1:03:10), and how she continues to tell the story of the Black experience through costume design (1:04:35).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capehart
How Ruth E. Carter brings Black style to the big screen

Capehart

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 29:17


In this conversation recorded for Washington Post Live on June 22, two-time Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter discusses her new book, “The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther,” dives deep on her creative process, and reflects on how her work has helped define Black style and culture.

The Top Form Podcast
Afrofuture Promoter Abdul Karim Abdullah Says Jamaican Artists Should Expand Their Audience beyond Reggae

The Top Form Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 22:38


From World Music Views: His name is Abdul Karim Abdullah, founder and CEO of Afrofuture, a festival and company which had to change its name from ‘Afrochella' due to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by the organizers of the more popular Coachella Festival which grossed more than $100 million this year . After a successful five year run as the “Coachella of Africa” Adbul and his team had to discontinue the the use of the name. The late 30s African music boss insist painstakingly that ‘Afrochella' had nothing to do with Coachella and says “we wanted to speak to sounds of Africa. ‘Chella' is a latin term that means “sound of” and we wanted to communicate African sounds” As both festivals move on with Coachella, a spring time show on the U.S. West Coast over two weekends with multiple genres on stage and artist from all over the world, Afrofuture have its inaugural show in Ghana during the Christmas holidays with a direct focus on African music and culture.

All Of It
Ruth E. Carter Explains the Art of Costume Design

All Of It

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 16:04


Ruth E. Carter has designed some of the most iconic costumes on screen, including looks from Marvel's "Black Panther" which won her an Oscar. Now, she's sharing lessons she learned throughout her three-decade career working with directors such as Spike Lee and Ava DuVernay. She joins us to talk about her new book, The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther, which publishes Tuesday, May 23.  

The Takeaway
Black History and Afrofuture with Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter

The Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 12:44


Ruth E. Carter made history when she became the first Black costume designer to win an Oscar, and the first Black woman to win two Oscars, both for her work on Marvel's Black Panther franchise. She's been the premier designer for movies that portray iconic Black characters and cultures for three decades, having worked with the likes of Spike Lee, Denzel Washington and Ava DuVernay even before her Black Panther triumphs. Carter recounts pivotal moments and reflects on her career in a new book, "The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther," from out May 23rd. Carter sat down with The Takeaway to talk about her visions of Black history and for Afrofutures. Cover of "The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther." (Chronicle Books)  

The Takeaway
Black History and Afrofuture with Costume Designer Ruth E. Carter

The Takeaway

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 12:44


Ruth E. Carter made history when she became the first Black costume designer to win an Oscar, and the first Black woman to win two Oscars, both for her work on Marvel's Black Panther franchise. She's been the premier designer for movies that portray iconic Black characters and cultures for three decades, having worked with the likes of Spike Lee, Denzel Washington and Ava DuVernay even before her Black Panther triumphs. Carter recounts pivotal moments and reflects on her career in a new book, "The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther," from out May 23rd. Carter sat down with The Takeaway to talk about her visions of Black history and for Afrofutures. Cover of "The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther." (Chronicle Books)  

Shaping the Shift Podcast
The Life, Death, & Rebirth Of MarleyAyo

Shaping the Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 33:52


This episode was assigned to me by Spirit a few nights after returning from Sharm and the first Hold Us Sacred Retreat. It is a tribute to MarleyAyo, and eulogy of sorts, that I believe Oya, compelled me to record and rewatch to aid me in my own grieving process, and to give me full permission and power to rebuild MarleyAyo from my deepest desires and knowing.  I also believe I was called to record this episode to liberate anyone struggling in their decolonized entrepreneurship journey. One breath at a time, one intention at a time. We are building a new world. Let's be gentle. If you are new to Shaping The Shift Podcast, Welcome! We have many delicious episodes for you to binge and would love to earn your positive reviews, shares, and listenership. This episode is also available (imperfections and all!) on YOUTUBE, which gives it another level of life. Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and becoming a part of our shiftshaping community! With Joy, Thea Monyeé @theamonyee on IG @shapingtheshiftpodcast on IG www.theamonyee.com

BlacVolta Nightlife Podcast
The Hot Seat with Kojo Manuel

BlacVolta Nightlife Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 56:45


On the first episode of the “Hot Seat” we speak to one of Ghana's biggest MC's/Hypemen - Kojo Manuel. He talks about his journey, the failed Wizkid concert, Afrofuture , Global citizen, his first encounter with drugs and so much more. Tune in

OFF THE CUFF GEMS
Abdul Karim Abdullah speaks on building AfroFuture to a New King Of Music Festivals

OFF THE CUFF GEMS

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 45:48


Excited to kick off Season 6 with Founder & CEO of AfroFuture (formerly Afrochella) - a festival designed to elevate, celebrate and highlight the essence of African talent across the continent. It is the most anticipated and culturally align festival bringing the Disapora together through music, art, fashion, food, and so much more. AfroFuture has been featured in numerous publications such as CNN, BBC, Vogue, GQ, Essence, you name it — it is an experience you do not want to miss. We talked about Abdul's early upbringing's and how it shaped who he is today. Abdul walked us through the birth of Afrochella, the lessons he needed to learn to get it off the ground, and how he continues to pitch his business to brands in an authentic and meaningful way. Abdul gives us the behind the scenes on how it evolve overtime and the impact it has made in Ghana. In 2019, AfroFuture was responsible for 16% of Ghana's Tourism and it has increased every since. AfroFuture is making history and has turned into a cultural phenomenon changing the narrative of Africa. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Team Ghana EU
Episode 84 (8th Jan 2023) - Afrofuture

Team Ghana EU

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 8:38


Welcome to the Team Ghana EU Podcast - news, content, updates & everything exciting and significant football and Ghana related. Committed to excellence. AKWABA! In episode 84, we discuss some of the Xmas festivities and activities, including our NFT launch on the 16th January 2023. The Team Ghana EU Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast which aims to provide digestible bite size content. But also interactive. If you have any questions or queries please tweet or comment on our posts @teamghanaeu (instagram/twitter) or alternatively email us at teamghanaeu@gmail.com Website: Team Ghana EU - www.teamghanaeu.com Instagram | Twitter: Team Ghana - @teamghanaeu

Canary Cry News Talk
AFROFUTURE RISING

Canary Cry News Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 196:35


Canary Cry News Talk #519 - 08.08.2022 - Recorded Live to Tape! AFROFUTURE RISING - Twitch Tyranny, Ukraine Prop, Klaus Klimate, Woke Pole   SHOW NOTES PODCAST T- 3:01 Timestamp by Jackie U HELLO, RUN DOWN  3:24 V / 0:23 P HOOK 5:57 V / 2:56 P DAY/PERSONAL/EXEC / MEETUPS  24:14 V / 21:13 P   FLIPPY UPDATE  30:03 V / 27:02 P Amazon, $1.7 billion iRobot deal includes interior maps of millions of homes (Blaze)   PARTY / MIXTAPE 39:46 V / 36:45 P   AFRICA/RUSSIA   42:49 V / 39:48 P *Blinken targets Russia in major African policy speech (The Hill) → US not trying to 'outdo' world powers in Africa, says Blinken (AFP/Yahoo) → → Nigerian Activist Using Technology as a Powerful Tool to Fight Poverty in Africa (GC) *Nigeria to Seek US EXIM Loan for Solar Project With Sun Africa (Bloomberg) → The US-Led Drive to Isolate Russia and China Is Falling Short (Bloomberg/Yahoo) → 25% population of earth in Africa by 2050 (Guardian) [throwback]   BREAK 1: TREASURE 1  1:05:46 V / 1:02:45 P   CHINA/PELOSI  1:17:17 V / 1:14:16 P Top Taiwan Missile Official Found Dead in Hotel Room After Heart Attack (MSN/Newsweek)   UKRAINE  1:22:46 V / 1:19:45 P CBS: 30% of weapons making it to Ukraine - retracted (CBS) CBS self-censored due to blowback (INSIDER) Russian State Media Picks Up Lauren Boebert's Claims Ukraine Aid Is 'Scam' (Newsweek)   BREAK 2: TREASURE 2  1:42:19 V /  → BREAK 2: TREASURE - Voicemails + Under 7.77   MONEY/POLYTICKS  1:53:39 V /  *Historic climate bill to supercharge clean energy industry (Politico) → Democrats' $80 billion wager: A bigger IRS will be a better IRS (Wapo) → Why Does the IRS Need 5 Million Rounds of Ammo? (PJ Media)   BREAK 3: TALENT    2:20:02 V /    2:35:20 V /  Gonz says ‘numbers' a few times   ANTARCTICA/WOKE 2:36:30 V /  People stationed in Antarctica menstruate too – and it's a struggle (Conversation)   BREAK 4: TIME/END   This Episode was Produced By:   EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS Das Farmer** Dame Lynn Lady of the Lakes** Darrin S**   Producers Samuel S, MORV, Sir LX Protocl V2, Pizza Rat, Runksmash, Guy L, Mr. Mondak Bakken, Lyziah, Sir Scott Knight of Truth, Veronica D, Gail  M, Sir CVasey the Shield Knight   Audio Production Psalm40, BootKnifeFox, JonathanF   Visual Art Dame Allie of the Skillet Nation Sir Dove Knight of Rusbeltia Pizza Rat Dame MissG of the OV and deep rivers   CLIP PRODUCER Emsworth, FaeLivrin   TIMESTAPERS Jackie U, Jade Bouncerson, Christine C, Pocojoyo   SOCIAL MEDIA DOERS Dame MissG of the OV and deep rivers   LINKS HELP JAM   ADDITIONAL STORIES Most Parents are saying no to Vax for Toddlers (WSJ) NOT READY FOR COVID NIGHTMARE! (Daily Beast) Senate bill passage hailed as 'milestone' for climate fight (The Hill/Yahoo) Chinese space station robot arm tests bring amazing views from orbit (Space) Inner Monologue: Google's robot talks to itself (Mixed News) Cops Nab Man Accused of Killing 4 in Ohio Over ‘Mind Control' (DailyBeast) Opinion | Nancy Pelosi: Why I'm leading a congressional delegation to Taiwan (WaPo) (Archive) Covid Most Parents are saying no to Vax for Toddlers (WSJ) NOT READY FOR COVID NIGHTMARE! (Daily Beast) Clip: Yale prof, Insurance Companies to Take Action Against Vaccine Makers (Western Journal)  → Jack Last died of a blood clot days after Covid jab, inquest told (BBC)  → Engineer, 27, died from blood clot on brain days after first Covid jab, inquest hears (Indy UK)  Remdesivir Plays Key Role in COVID-Related Hospital Deaths: Dr. Ardis (Epoch Times)  China Locks Down World's Largest Wholesale Hub From Outbreak (Epoch Times)  Expert Expects Insurance Companies to Take Legal Action Against COVID Vaccine Makers Over 'Early' and 'Unexpected' Deaths (Western Journal)  REVEALED: COVID contact tracer, 28, died of heart failure (DailyMail)  Father-of-two, 58, 'left paralysed' by first AstraZeneca Covid jab (DailyMail)  Rock musician's fiancee will become first person in UK to receive £120,000 Covid vaccine damage payment after 48-year-old died from blood clot following AstraZeneca jab (DailyMail)  Woman, 38, died from complications due to AstraZeneca Covid jab, coroner rules (DailyMail)  Graduate, 26, who died two weeks after he received the AstraZeneca Covid jab (DailyMail)  Baby drowned in bathwater when her lawyer mother fainted after taking AstraZeneca (DailyMail)  'Wonderful' mother-of-two, 36, died from first dose of Covid Pfizer vaccine (DailyMail) Monkeypox Breakthrough infections after post-exposure vaccination against Monkeypox (medRxiv)  Bill Gates — Monkeying Around In Nigeria Years Ago (Activist Post)  Ukraine Ukrainian women and CHILDREN are being trafficked into the UAE as sex slaves (DailyMail)  Does Ukraine Now Have AGM-88 High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missiles? (Updated) (The Drive)  Army Of North Korean ‘Volunteers' Said To Be Ready To Help Russia (The Drive)  Russian state TV: North Korea offering Kremlin 100,000 ‘volunteers' (NY Post)  Why military aid in Ukraine may not always get to the front lines (CBS News)  → 70% of Western weapons sent to Ukraine don't reach troops – CBS (RT)  → Most Ukraine aid is a ‘scam' – US lawmaker (RT) 

Hudson Mohawk Magazine
Nurturing Artists of Color at the Center for AfroFuturist Studies

Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2022 10:23


Artist, poet, and educator Anaïs Duplan returned to Hudson Mohawk Magazine to speak with Sina Basila Hickey about his recent radio broadcasts in collaboration with EMPAC based on his recent book of essays, Blackspace: On the Poetics of an Afrofuture. He also spoke about the importance of artists, why there was a need to create an artist residency program for artists of color, and upcoming virtual events. For links and information on Anaïs Duplan, visit https://linktr.ee/an.duplan

Hudson Mohawk Magazine
Blackspace Radio and Blackspace Radio come to EMPAC

Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2021 7:44


Artist and poet Anaïs Duplan joined us on Hudson Mohawk Magazine to talk about Blackspace Radio, their series of five radio shows broadcast weekly on Rensselaer's WRPI Troy 91.5FM and produced at EMPAC. Based on his recent book of essays, Blackspace: On the Poetics of an Afrofuture the broadcasts entwine histories of liberation movements, labor struggles, criticism, and poetry with music, soundtracks, field recordings, and Foley sound.

SKY IS BLACK
#1 - How Long Til Black Future Month?

SKY IS BLACK

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 47:00


Anton & BC riff on a variety of subjects - venture capital, the Ethiopian calendar, #BlackGirlDads - and applaud those building our shared Afrofuture. SKY IS BLACK is a production of RECOLLECT Media. To learn more about other shows and events, please visit our website at www.recollect.media. To purchase books, and support independent booksellers, please visit our collection at bookshop.org/RECOLLECT. You can find us on on Twitter @theskyisblack, as well as on Facebook and Instagram. “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” ― Seneca To learn about Sistah SciFi, visit https://sistahscifi.com To learn about Grace Gipson, visit https://blackfuturefeminist.com To learn about Date for Black Lives, visit www.d4bl.org To learn about Releaf, visit www.releaf.africa To learn about the Black Venture Capital Consortium, visit https://www.bvcc.vc To learn about Wakanda Dream Lab, visit https://www.wakandadreamlab.com How Long Til Black Future Month? https://sistahscifi.com/products/how-long-til-black-future-month-paperback What Do You Do with a Chance? https://www.esowonbookstore.com/book/9781943200733 REFERENCES Forbes article: “Black Founders Are Missing Out On Venture Funding For Diversity Hiring Platforms” by Rebekah Bastian https://www.forbes.com/sites/rebekahbastian/2021/09/17/black-founders-are-missing-out-on-venture-funding-for-diversity-hiring-platforms/?sh=3d719f4a2b98 LA Times article: “Why Are Donut Boxes Pink?” by David Pierson https://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-pink-doughnut-boxes-20170525-htmlstory.html “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” ― African Proverb

Broken Boxes Podcast
On the Poetics of an Afrofuture: Interview with Anaïs Duplan

Broken Boxes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021


To open this episode I rebroadcast a reading by Anaïs Duplan of his recent new work Blackspace: on the Poetics of an Afrofuture, and which took place through Harvard Book Store's virtual event series in November 2020. Anaïs Duplan is a trans* poet, curator, and artist. He is the author of a book of essays, Blackspace: On the Poetics of an Afrofuture (Black Ocean, 2020), a full-length poetry collection, Take This Stallion (Brooklyn Arts Press, 2016), and a chapbook, Mount Carmel and the Blood of Parnassus (Monster House Press, 2017). He has taught poetry at the University of Iowa, Columbia University, Sarah Lawrence College, and St. Joseph's College.  His video works have been exhibited by Flux Factory, Daata Editions, the 13th Baltic Triennial in Lithuania, Mathew Gallery, NeueHouse, the Paseo Project, and will be exhibited at the Institute of Contemporary Art in L.A in 2021.  As an independent curator, he has facilitated curatorial projects in Chicago, Boston, Santa Fe, and Reykjavík. He was a 2017-2019 joint Public Programs fellow at the Museum of Modern Art and the Studio Museum in Harlem. In 2016, he founded the Center for Afrofuturist Studies, an artist residency program for artists of color, based at Iowa City's artist-run organization Public Space One. He works as Program Manager at Recess. Song featured: Court Of Love  by Durand Jones & The Indications Connect With The Artist This episode first aired June 28, 2021 for Broken Boxes on Radio Coyote, a project initiated by Raven Chacon and CCA Wattis Institute, on the occasion of Chacon's 2020-21 Capp Street Artist-in-Residency. Radio Coyote is currently produced by Atomic Culture and will transition to new programming Summer, 2021. www.radiocoyote.org

Broken Boxes Podcast
On the Poetics of an Afrofuture: Interview with Anaïs Duplan

Broken Boxes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021


To open this episode I rebroadcast a reading by Anaïs Duplan of his recent new work Blackspace: on the Poetics of an Afrofuture, and which took place through Harvard Book Store's virtual event series in November 2020. Anaïs Duplan is a trans* poet, curator, and artist. He is the author of a book of essays, Blackspace: On the Poetics of an Afrofuture (Black Ocean, 2020), a full-length poetry collection, Take This Stallion (Brooklyn Arts Press, 2016), and a chapbook, Mount Carmel and the Blood of Parnassus (Monster House Press, 2017). He has taught poetry at the University of Iowa, Columbia University, Sarah Lawrence College, and St. Joseph's College.  His video works have been exhibited by Flux Factory, Daata Editions, the 13th Baltic Triennial in Lithuania, Mathew Gallery, NeueHouse, the Paseo Project, and will be exhibited at the Institute of Contemporary Art in L.A in 2021.  As an independent curator, he has facilitated curatorial projects in Chicago, Boston, Santa Fe, and Reykjavík. He was a 2017-2019 joint Public Programs fellow at the Museum of Modern Art and the Studio Museum in Harlem. In 2016, he founded the Center for Afrofuturist Studies, an artist residency program for artists of color, based at Iowa City's artist-run organization Public Space One. He works as Program Manager at Recess. Song featured: Court Of Love  by Durand Jones & The Indications Connect With The Artist This episode first aired June 28, 2021 for Broken Boxes on Radio Coyote, a project initiated by Raven Chacon and CCA Wattis Institute, on the occasion of Chacon's 2020-21 Capp Street Artist-in-Residency. Radio Coyote is currently produced by Atomic Culture and will transition to new programming Summer, 2021. www.radiocoyote.org

Build The Damn Thing
Sign O' The Times: Building a Company that Ends Racism

Build The Damn Thing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 18:14


  In this episode of Build the Damn Thing, Kathryn Finney shares how a series of unfortunate events led her to create Genius Guild, which is supported by one of the most powerful women in the world -- Melinda Gates. Kathryn also highlights how her failed trip to Alaska in 2020 led her to donate more than $160,000 to 15,000 black women-led entrepreneurs within six weeks. And this action showed her that it was possible to help such startups in a new way. Kathryn Finney is a venture capitalist, tech visionary, and startup champion who is the Founder and CEO of Genius Guild and General Partner of The Greenhouse Fund. She is former CEO of digitalundivided, a groundbreaking social enterprise focused on creating a world where Black women own their work. She is also the founder of The Budget Fashionista (TBF) and became one of the first Black women to have a successful seven-figure startup exit when she sold TBF. A Yale-trained Epidemiologist, she has been recognized for her groundbreaking work by the Aspen Institute, Entrepreneur Magazine, Marie Claire, Ebony, Inc. Magazine, Black Enterprise, and more.   Insights from the Podcast - Understanding that sometimes things will not work and that's okay - Strategies on building a community around black-women entrepreneurs - How her life in building led her to create Genius Guild - Understanding that black-owned businesses are undercapitalized and under resourced, and the structures needed to enable them to succeed does not exist - How to create a space where everyone can win, especially Black folks - How to move capital to Black communities without asking for permission   Quotes from the show: “It took me twenty years to build relationships to be able to do Genius Guild.” -Kathryn Finney, Genius Guild Ep #1 “I knew that I could build Genius Guild because I had spent a lifetime building staff.” -Kathryn Finney, Genius Guild Ep #1 “Genius Guild is a culmination of all the experience that she (Kathryn Finney) has gained over more than a decade of working on related problems.” -Brian Laung Aoaeh, Genius Guild Ep #1 “I cannot tell you how scary it is to be a Black woman and to ask for what it is you need because we rarely get it” -Kathryn Finney, Genius Guild Ep #1 “If this doesn't work, we are okay because we believe in you and we know you will figure it out” -Kathryn Finney, Genius Guild Ep #1 “When Black people win, everyone wins. We want to help humanity win” -Saidah Nash Carter, Genius Guild Ep #1   Stay Connected: Kathryn Finney Website: https://www.kathrynfinney.com/ Twitter: @KathrynFinney Instagram: @hiiamkathryn Facebook: Kathryn Finney   Genius Guild Website: Genius Guild Twitter: @GeniusGuild Instagram: @geniusguild LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/genius-guild   Subscribe to our podcast + download each episode on Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Credits: Produced by Genius Guild Content StudiosExecutive Producers: Kathryn Finney and Darlene Gillard JonesPost-Production Company: Prosper Digital TVPost-Production Manager: Joanes ProsperPost-Production Supervisor: Jason PierrePost-Production Sound Editor: Evan JosephCo-Music Supervisor: Jason Pierre and Darlene Gillard JonesShow Music: Provided by Prosper Digital TVMain Show Theme Music: "Self Motivated" Written & Performed by Tamara BubbleInfo Season 1 Episode 1 July 16, 2021 18 mins, 14 secs (18.1MB, Audio) #BlackExcellence #Entrepreneurship #Startups #BlackWomen #KathrynFinney #BlackOwned

Waves Breaking
Interview with Anaïs Duplan and imogen xtian smith

Waves Breaking

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 50:19


In this episode, I dive deep into one poem with its authors, Anaïs Duplan and imogen xtian smith. Tune in for our conversation about of art, love, and utopias. Anaïs Duplan is a trans* poet, curator, and artist. He is the author of a book of essays, Blackspace: On the Poetics of an Afrofuture (Black Ocean, 2020), a full-length poetry collection, Take This Stallion (Brooklyn Arts Press, 2016), and a chapbook, Mount Carmel and the Blood of Parnassus (Monster House Press, 2017). He has taught poetry at the University of Iowa, Columbia University, Sarah Lawrence College, and St. Joseph’s College. His video works have been exhibited by Flux Factory, Daata Editions, the 13th Baltic Triennial in Lithuania, Mathew Gallery, NeueHouse, the Paseo Project, and will be exhibited at the Institute of Contemporary Art in L.A in 2021. As an independent curator, he has facilitated curatorial projects in Chicago, Boston, Santa Fe, and Reykjavík. He was a 2017-2019 joint Public Programs fellow at the Museum of Modern Art and the Studio Museum in Harlem. In 2016, he founded the Center for Afrofuturist Studies, an artist residency program for artists of color, based at Iowa City’s artist-run organization Public Space One. He works as Program Manager at Recess. An's website An's Twitter An's Instagram imogen xtian smith (fka xtian w) is a poet & performer. Recent work is featured or forthcoming in Peach Mag, Cosmonauts Ave, the Rumpus, & WE WANT IT ALL: An Anthology of Radical Trans Poetics. They live in Brooklyn. imogen's Twitter imogen's Instagram Places, people, art, books etc. mentioned in this episode: We Want It All: An Anthology of Radical Trans Poetics, ed. by Andrea Abi-Karam and Kay Gabriel An interview I did a while back with Kay Gabriel and the other editors of Vetch An interview I did with Andrea Abi-Karam Berl's Brooklyn Poetry Shop Take This Stallion An and imogen's Trans Oral History project Mohammed Zenia's Tel Aviv imogen's review for Tel Aviv for the Poetry Project Posthumous selected works of Wanda Coleman, Wicked Enchantments Bernadette Mayer's Midwinter Day Terrance Hayes Bahar Orang's Where Things Touch: A Meditation on Beauty Editor and Social Media Manager: Mitchel Davidovitz The Sound of Waves Breaking is "Gymnasium, Class Reunion in Distance" by ecfike. Meeting people in-person and hugging after a long period of time? I miss that and them.

SexualiTea SEA
SexualiTea with special guest Saira Barbaric

SexualiTea SEA

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 67:18


Join us (Kia and Mia) as we talk with our special guest Saira Barbaric! Saira (they. he. she. ze.) is a genderblending hedonist creature in a human suit. Inspired by the music of William Onyeabor, the assemblage of Betye Saar and the writings of Zora Neale Hurston, Saira is invested in crafting portals to an erotically fluent, bizarre and fruitful, physically integrated Afrofuture. As a surrealist conjurer, Saira has developed a language of collage and glitch aesthetics in costumes, pr0n, performance and mixed media visual art.To support nonbinary pr0n, venmo- @ scumtrustSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/sexualiTeaSEA)

Crushing Disappointment
Cindi Mayweather

Crushing Disappointment

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 64:11


"I imagined Many Moons in the sky lighting the way to freedom" Welcome to Episode #30 of Crushing Disappointment. Matt chats to himself about his crush on Cindi Mayweather. Disappointments: Was this too ambitious? Should you have used more sources than just those you found by searching "Cindi Mayweather" on Google Scholar? Should you have just left this to people who are better equipped to discuss race, class, and gender? Black Girls Code Donna Haraway: A Cyborg Manifesto: Science, Technology, and Socialist-Feminism in the Late Twentieth Century Cassandra L. Jones: “Tryna Free Kansas City” The Revolutions of Janelle Monáe as Digital Griot Daylanne K. English and Alvin Kim: Now We Want Our Funk Cut Janelle Monáe’s Neo-Afrofuturism D.A. Hassler-Forest: The Politics of World-Building: Heteroglossia in Janelle Monáe's Afrofuturist WondaLand Nathalie Aghoro : Agency in the Afrofuturist Ontologies of Erykah Badu and Janelle Monáe Grace D. Gipson: Afrofuturism's Musical Princess Janelle Monáe: Psychedelic Soul Message Music Infused with a Sci-Fi Twist Anders Liljedahl: Recalling the (Afro)future: Collective Memory and the Construction of Subversive Meanings in Janelle Monáe's Metropolis-Suites Aleksandra Szaniawska: Gestural Refusals, Embodied Flights Janelle Monáe’s Vision of Black Queer Futurity Jana Baró González: The ArchAndroid: Cyborg Consciousness in Janelle Monáe’s Cindi Mayweather Saga E. van Soldt: “Black Girl Magic, Y‟all Can‟t Stand It”: On Afrofuturism and intersectionality in Janelle Monáe‟s Dirty Computer Darieus Antonino Za Gara II: Finding Moments of Rupture in Monáe's Metropolis: A Hybrid Tradition Brianne A. Painia: “My Crown Too Heavy Like the Queen Nefertiti”: A Black Feminist Analysis of Erykah Badu, Beyoncé Knowles, Nicki Minaj, and Janelle Monáe Afrofuturists, authors and other interesting people to follow on twitter: Ytasha Womack, Ingrid LaFleur, Cassandra L. Jones, Nnedi Okorafor, Tananarive Due, N. K. Jemisin Ytasha Womack - Afrofuturism Imagination and Humanity TEDxFortGreeneSalon - Ingrid LaFleur - Visual Aesthetics of Afrofuturism Sci-fi stories that imagine a future Africa | Nnedi Okorafor Ytasha Womack L. Womack: Afrofuturism: The World of Black Sci-Fi and Fantasy Culture What does the Afrofuture say? Articles about Janelle Monáe Elizabeth Sandifer: A Short Guide to Janelle Monáe and the Metropolis Saga Aja Romano (Vox): Janelle Monáe’s body of work is a masterpiece of modern science fiction Geoffrey Himes (Paste Magazine): Janelle Monáe: Imagining Her Own Future Charles Pulliam-Moore (Gizmodo): From Metropolis to Dirty Computer: A Guide to Janelle Monáe's Time-Traveling Musical Odyssey YouTube Videos about Haraway I took the idea of "A Cyborg Manifesto" arguing for a 'posthumanism that is culturally and socially specific' from Rosanna McNamara, '15 Minutes of Utopia - A Cyborg Manifesto' & I took the comparison between the Cyborg and Marx's conception of capitalism producing the tools to destroy itself from "Theory and Philosophy"'s Donna Haraway's "A Cyborg Manifesto" Janelle Monáe Emotion Pictures mentioned Many Moons Tightrope Q.U.E.E.N. Primetime Dirty Computer

The Esoteric Negro
“Afrofuture” with Aubrey "Tres" Page

The Esoteric Negro

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 70:50


Today our guest is Aubrey “Tres” Page, a writer and musician from Houston, Texas.  As the lead singer for the Nü Metal band Sol Flair (@solflair) and the author of the graphic novel “Sons of the Gun” (@sunsofthegungn), Tres is a well-spring of knowledge when it comes to pop culture, music, and art.  In today's episode, we had the pleasure of discussing his work as an artist, as well the growing momentum of investing in the representation of black artists and writers in the Sci-fi and entertainment world. Follow Tres: @mdhuilin Follow The Esoteric Negro: @theesotericnegro For more information, please visit our website: theesotericnegro.com To become a patron, please visit: patreon.com/esotericnegro --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theesotericnegro/support

MaroonCast
Ep. 1 - "Black To The Afrofuture" (Radical Fiction & Radical Reality)

MaroonCast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 140:12


Ep. 1 - "Black To The Afrofuture" (Radical Fiction & Radical Reality) This episode features opening speech clips by Malcolm X and Toni Morrison. This episode focuses on our current radical reality in the face of ongoing racism and imperialism and the role of organizing, history and radical fiction in shaping a more just future. Our hosts are KLC and Sima Lee. Feel free to follow us and share. Also add us on IG and Twitter (@marooncast) and email us questions! #MaroonMovement #MaroonCastSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/simarbg)

IWS RADIO
IWS RADIO #06 | Racism & Resistance: Linking Past, Present & Afrofuture

IWS RADIO

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2020 91:22


Dr. Natasha A. Kelly is an academic activist, visualutionist and afrofuturist. She joins Jennifer Kamau from IWS for a deep dive into the history of racism in Germany - the origins and continuities of German (and European) Colonialism and a look at “the other side of the coin”: Black German history. We discuss stories of resistance, the history of Black movements in Germany and the Gerhart-Hauptmann-Schule occupation where IWS was formed and where we met Natasha who was taking on a liaison role at that time. Natasha also draws parallels between now and 100 years ago when W.E.B. Du Bois wrote “The Comet”, which Natasha's latest book - “The Comet - Afrofuturism 2.0” reintroduces readers to. In 1920, the world was recovering from the last major global pandemic - the so-called Spanish Flu - and the USA from the “Red Summer” of 1919, which saw a wave of race riots and white supremacist mobs attacking and killing African-Americans in 30+ cities across the country following a number of peaceful protests against the racial violence. Sound familiar? Just as Du Bois did, Natasha challenges us to envision and create the futures we want for ourselves. If we are demonstrating, we should not just be thinking about what we are demonstrating against, but also what are we demonstrating for! With music from Nuuki, Antinational Embassy, Jeff Braun and Celina Bostic

It's Kind of a Funny Story
The Afrofuture is Now

It's Kind of a Funny Story

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 66:18


This week, we're learning about Afrofuturism: its origins, its purpose, and its use in contemporary Black cinema. We watched "Dirty Computer" by Janelle Monae and "Black Panther" by Ryan Coogler and discussed both films' efforts to imagine a different reality for Black people in the US and around the world. Come for our takes on both films, and stay for Mariam's passionate feelings about Lovecraft Country! Further Reading: Afrofuturism takes flight: from Sun Ra to Janelle Monáe (The Guardian) Still Processing: We Sink Our Claws Into ‘Black Panther' With Ta-Nehisi Coates (NYT) Africanfuturism Defined Follow us on Twitter: @KindofFunnyPod Follow us on Instagram: @KindofFunnyPod Email us: kindoffunnypodcast@gmail.com

Ur Internet Friends Podcast
2. An Intro to Afrofuturism: There's more than Black Panther... with Adrienne Ayers of Afrofuture Youth

Ur Internet Friends Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2020 33:50


In this week's episode, Isaac is joined by Adrienne Ayers @healinthewaters, founder of Afrofuture Youth, to explain their work and break down what Afrofuturism really is, because trust us...there's more to it than just Black Panther. AFU is a Detroit based youth led initiative creating new worlds through Afrofuturism via arts, tech & healing! They are an Allied Media Sponsored Project and you should follow them @afrofutureyouth and learn more about their important work! Also play along with Adrienne guessing this weeks real or fake news... new internet crushes revealed.

Podcast Detroit - All Shows
High Vibe Guys – Episode 11 High Vibe Guys W Special Guest Byrce Detroit

Podcast Detroit - All Shows

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 63:55


Bryce Detroit is a native Detroiter who speaks to social justice issues through a number of platforms. Join us as we interview Bryce as he breaks down the AfroFuture philosophy and learn how this guides his work in transforming the landscape of Detroit.

High Vibe Guyz
High Vibe Guys – Episode 11 High Vibe Guys W Special Guest Byrce Detroit

High Vibe Guyz

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 63:55


Bryce Detroit is a native Detroiter who speaks to social justice issues through a number of platforms. Join us as we interview Bryce as he breaks down the AfroFuture philosophy and learn how this guides his work in transforming the landscape of Detroit. The post High Vibe Guys – Episode 11 High Vibe Guys W Special Guest Byrce Detroit first appeared on PodcastDetroit.com.

High Vibe Guyz
High Vibe Guys – Episode 11 High Vibe Guys W Special Guest Byrce Detroit

High Vibe Guyz

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 63:55


Bryce Detroit is a native Detroiter who speaks to social justice issues through a number of platforms. Join us as we interview Bryce as he breaks down the AfroFuture philosophy and learn how this guides his work in transforming the landscape of Detroit. The post High Vibe Guys - Episode 11 High Vibe Guys W Special Guest Byrce Detroit first appeared on PodcastDetroit.com.

Celebrity Booze Cruise
The Afrofuture Is Female

Celebrity Booze Cruise

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2020 116:13


This week we celebrate Black History Month by trading in the sea vessel for a space ship and casting our minds towards the future with Janelle Monae's signature Belvedere vodka. We discuss Afrofuturism and what that means in relation to Lenny Kravitz' missing sunglasses, examine the wealth gap between Black and white billionaires, and shame our ancestors with our second annual BHM Quiz.

AfroFuturePod
AFP - E16 - Lt. Agumon

AfroFuturePod

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2019 51:35


Peace and light everyone, Welcome to another edition of the Afrofuturepod the premier podcast for all things Afrofuturism, afro fantasy, and the other side of Black media. I am your host PT and this week we have an exciting episode to dive into. Can you be funny without being an asshole? yes, the answer is yes! Lil Nas X tackles homophobia and takes us to the AfroFuture, new movie trailers for Bad Boys for Life, JUst Mercy, and Waves. Finally, I take a look at Detective Pickachu! Once again thank you for listening to the afrofuturepod please subscribe to the podcast where podcast can be heard. Also, you can support this podcast by subscribing to our patreon at patreon.com/afrofuturepod. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter and Tumblr and check out our website AfroFuturePod.net for the latest blog post and more! This week's episode of the afrofuture Pod is brought to you by Holmes organic CBD products, for more information on Holmes organic please see the link below to save 15% off your next CBD purchase. http://bit.ly/2v9tfGv --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/afrofuturepod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/afrofuturepod/support

Afronerd Radio
Elon Misses Afrofuture Mark; DodgeBall Arrest; Oscar 4 Joker? & More-MWIR 7pm ET

Afronerd Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 154:00


Listen to the latest Mid Week in Review (MWIR) installment of Afronerd Radio airing every Wednesday at 7pm eastern.  Team up with your favorite AFROnerdists as they lend their analytical skills to the following pop/pulp topics: tech billionaire inventor, Elon Musk is getting criticized for sponsoring an Afrofuturism event that neglected to include artists of African descent; yet another mass shooting with white supremacist overtones has occurred and yet again, it's treated as "normal"; so we're really charging black 10-year-old males with assault when playing dodgeball now?; although many comic enthusiasts are unsure about Joaquin Phoenix' upcoming portrayal as the Joker, Oscar buzz is in the air despite perceived fan trepidation; cleaning up issues we failed to cover in our last show; Shannon Lee is none too pleased with her iconic father's depiction in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood;  Cardi B is interviewed by Sen, Bernie Sanders (Blacks still can't tell when Dems are trolling them?); House of X' X-men relaunch and where was the SDCC love for CW's Black Lightning? Call LIVE at 646-915-9620. 

No Jumper
Tiny Jag on pulling out of Afrofuture Music festival for charging White People double

No Jumper

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 51:45


Tiny Jag is a rapper from Detroit who recently pulled out of Afrofuture Festival for their ticket pricing system. Non-POC had to pay more for tickets than POC, which Tiny Jag did not agree to because she is biracial, herself. She came through the studio to talk with Adam22 about pulling out of the festival and much more! Get to know her. FOLLOW OUR NEW SPOTIFY PLAYLIST! https://spoti.fi/2vi9lsD CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE STORE!!! http://www.nojumper.com/ SUBSCRIBE for new interviews (and more) weekly: http://bit.ly/nastymondayz  Follow us on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nojumper and iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/no-jumper/id1001659715?mt=2 and follow us on Social Media: http://www.twitter.com/nojumper http://www.instagram.com/nojumper http://www.reddit.com/r/nojumper JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/Q3XPfBm follow Adam22 as well: http://www.twitter.com/adam22 http://www.instagram.com/adam22 and follow adam22hoe on Snapchat

Davin's Den
HE’LL NEED A STEP LADDER TO OVERCOME JULY 16, 2019 PT 2

Davin's Den

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 47:47


A principal takes sabbatical after wearing blackface at team building event, an Italian airline after making commercials with an actor posing as President Obama while wearing blackface, Republicans run a fundraising  campaign where they darken the skin of Colin Kaepernick, Afrofuture fest charges white people more than people of color, we talk about the angry...

Audioface: Album Reviews, Music, & Culture
#104 - Ed Sheeran, Big K.R.I.T., Africa Express, Tycho

Audioface: Album Reviews, Music, & Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 59:57


On Episode 104 of Audioface: Reviews: "No. 6 Collaborations Project" by Ed Sheeran, "EGOLI" by Africa Express. "Weather" by Tycho, and "K.R.I.T. IZ HERE" by Big K.R.I.T. New single: Bad Guy by Billie Eilish feat. Justin Bieber Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke is a Billie Eilish fan, not a Muse fan. The Collaborations review. Freddie Gibbs ups the ante in the 'better-than-DOOM' debate, and Nicki Minaj stands up against the Saudi government. The EGOLI review. M83 is returning with a special project. The Weather review. The Juggalos remain one step ahead. The K.R.I.T. IZ HERE review. Mariah Carey sung her way to the bottlecap challenge. No Chill Island 12, featuring Woodstock Dumpster Fyre, R. Kelly's federal arrest, charging white people more for Black concerts, A$AP maybe deserving prison time, and noted little bitch Offset's reckoning may be nigh. Dan was a guest on episode 2 of the "Controlling our Narrative" podcast, discussing A$AP Rocky, The Little Mermaid, and Kamala Harris. Queue up the episode wherever you get podcasts! *(Don't forget to add our 2019 Song of the Summer Playlist to your Spotify library!) Follow @audiofacepod on Twitter or Instagram and we'll check it out. We appreciate it, and you. Thank you for listening with us!

Dads On Podcast
Dads On...NBA Free Agency, Bum Rushing Area 51, Silver City Softball Tourney, and The AfroFuture Fest! W/ Guest René Palomares!

Dads On Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2019 55:54


We have a guest people! Episode 26 is here, and with it comes a very special guest Dad, our good friend, Mr. René Palomares! Join us as we talk about René's background, art, family, and his upcoming feature show on August 2nd at Stranger Factory in Albuquerque, NM! And what would our podcast be without our topics?! We have NBA Free Agency, Bum Rushing Area 51, Silver City Softball Tourney, and The AfroFuture Fest ticket controversy! This was a really fun episode, hope you all enjoy!

Beats Brews and Points of View
Episode 43: Beats, Brews & Points of View Podcast

Beats Brews and Points of View

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2019 71:03


Greetings! In episode 43 of BB&POV, Neil and E-Man sample the Triple Goddess Ginger Kombucha Beer from Unity Vibrations. Topics include normal segments such as Something Old, Something New, the recent passing of Tyler Skaggs, Cameron Boyce, and Elijah Al-Amin, Stranger things 3, Afrofuture festival and many more. As always, we appreciate you tuning in and we'll be back next week! -Cheers

Blacker than BlackTimes Infinity
Eps 221: Are We New At This?

Blacker than BlackTimes Infinity

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 118:11


The whole squad is back this week! RIP Cameron Boyce, Rip Torn, and Ross Perot. This week we talk about Spiderman Far From Home, Stranger Things Season 3, The Walking Dead comics, Afrofuture fest charging more for tickets for Caucasians, Belle Delphine selling bath water, the Disneyland brawl, Dr. Stone To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts, Fire Force, Vinland Saga, and more! Smash film has a young son who was born with a lot of medical conditions. Let's all get together and help his family out in their time of need. gf.me/u/sjcgq6 Loot Crate: Save 10% on any new subscription at www.trylootcrate.com/BthanBTI. Enter promo code: bridge10 for 10% savings. Gamefly: Sign up for a premium FREE 30-Day (1 game out) trial at the following URL: www.gameflyoffer.com/BthanBTI. Come follow us: http://www.beenhadproductions.com/bthanbti SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/bthanbti Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BthanBTI/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bthanbti Twitter: @BthanBTI iTunes: https://itun.es/i6SJ6Pw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlackerThanBlackTimesInfinity

The Vexed Intellects Podcast

"Emotional attachment is really not a threat.” - Reliant K. This week the Intellects discuss the four attachment styles. The guys offer an in depth break down of each style, and share their personal relationship experiences with emotional attachment. The gentleman also discuss the Little Mermaid controversy, Jeffrey Epstein, Mitch McConnell's family tree, Afrofuture fest, and facial recognition tech. Also, the US women's national team winning gold at the World Cup, NBA free agency, and more in Vexed Sports. #getvexed and enjoy!

What you DON'T want to HEAR
Ep. 19 Why are the words "racism" and "slavery" used so much in 2019?

What you DON'T want to HEAR

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019 132:02


If you every win the lottery, take the lump sum payment! Why is the internet so slow? OJ is out and on the hunt again via Twitter. Bulletproof glass should be standard at every laundromat. Nike's stock rises amidst the Betsy Ross shoe controversy. Sins of the past, can we move past it? Meanwhile, a Detroit concert charges people who are "Non-POC" (white people) more money for tickets. Plus a reading about homosexuality in an article from The New York Times.

Ear Warp Podcast
Ear Warp Podcast – Episode 7.11.19 – AfroFuture makes us slaves to ticket prices. Growing meat from seeds.

Ear Warp Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019 22:54


AfroFuture Fest KOs decades of progress with race based ticket prices. Tiny Jag says we can't be slaves to ticket prices. Can meat grow from a seed? Sure, you know it's ripe when it turns vegan.

Beat The Buzzer
Beat the Buzzer – Episode 28 Pay Up

Beat The Buzzer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 58:30


We dive into local Afrofuture festival making white folk pay to hang with us. Casual sex has some muddy waters we have to navigate and so much more.

Beat The Buzzer
Beat the Buzzer – Episode 28 Pay Up

Beat The Buzzer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 58:30


We dive into local Afrofuture festival making white folk pay to hang with us. Casual sex has some muddy waters we have to navigate and so much more.

The Black Guy Who Tips Podcast
1919: Bruised McRibs

The Black Guy Who Tips Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 140:20


Rod and Karen discuss some local politics, Illinois expunging weed crime records, Fenty Beauty sued over website accessibility, a new menu option for fry thieves, niceness in relationships, AfroFuture festival controversy, Starbucks kick police out, Biden apologizes finally, McDonald's manager attacked, man gives woman unexpected facial, Blue Bell copycat and sword ratchetness. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Email: theblackguywhotips@gmail.com Blog: www.theblackguywhotips.com Voice Mail: 704-557-0186 Sponsors: Site: AdamAndEve.com Code: TBGWT

More Love Tribe: Dr. Bahiyyah Maroon

Universally celebrated for bringing AfroFutura to life like a reveler in the haze of Sun Ra and the Sugar Hill Gang ‘hypergenerated’ in the next galaxy, Hip Hop Maestro Mike Ladd, transfixes not to mention transforms audiences around the world. Whether he’s topping charts in his multitude of guest appearances, collaborating on sonic thought pieces, or reigning solo, Ladd is an iconolastic visionary at every turn. We talk about culture, music, life, and the stories that bind us all.

Beats of All-Nations
Seun Kuti | Beats of All-Nations Radio 037 ((LIVE @ DUBLAB))

Beats of All-Nations

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2019 117:58


Grammy Award nominated, Seun Kuti joins us for a very special episode of Beats of All-Nations Radio recorded live at Dublab, in Los Angeles. We discuss what the Grammy nomination means for Seun and his band, the Egypt 80 who hadn't been nominated before, though they recorded nearly 50 albums with his father Fela Kuti.Music historian and LA legend, Danny Holloway returns to the show, dropping several test press from his Ximeno Record Club and joins the conversation. Subira & Ericalandia also contribute with fresh sounds from the new afro-diaspora. Porchlite is in the house on photos and Mike Styles is your host. Special thanks to Bruce Dickson, Dublab and the Beats of All-Nations fam for making it happen.Artwork: BlindherdPhotos: PorchliteHosted by Mike StylesSubscribe on Mixcloud:https://bit.ly/2Hi9owj

Afronerd Radio
TV Live Action Cyborg; NY Undercover Redux; Twilight Zone Trailer-The Grind 6pm

Afronerd Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2019 155:00


Making it plain! It's Afronerd Radio and it's also our Grindhouse podcast airing this Sunday at 6pm eastern.  And then there's the topics: DC Universe's Doom Patrol premiered its SECOND episode with Victor Stone a/k/a Cyborg making his TV live action debut; actor, Malik Yoba is reprising his role in the NY Undercover reboot at ABC-TV; more fallout over the Jussie Smollett alleged faux racial attack case (in the wake of a REAL white supremacist threat that was thwarted); black celebrity couple, Russell Wilson and singer, Ciara face online backlash for their mostly white employee photobombing selfie highlighting their new partnership with the Creative Artists Agency (CAA); but then that calls into question the dearth of black agents, doesn't it?;  NPR highlights a new urb-alt rock performer from Kenya now residing in Minneapolis, JS Ondara; then there's the very expected remaining Marvel Netflix shows' (Punisher, Jessica Jones) cancellations; a faction of the internet are apparently shocked over a 48 year old Playboy interview with actor, John Wayne that put his biases on display (who didn't know this?);  and is there a Captain Marvel bias on the part of some fanboys as we approach the film March 8th release? Afrofuture talk took place on CBS Morning this week;  Lastly, thoughts about Jordan Peele's Twilight ZoneCBS All Access trailer.  Call LIVE at 646-915-9620.  

The Randown with Robin Thede
Episode 113 - Damien Lemon

The Randown with Robin Thede

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2018 37:12


This week, Robin and comedian Damien Lemon sit down to talk about Mo'Nique's campaign to #GiveBlackWomenTheirMoney, Robin's trip to the Afrofuture, and Robin's outfit for the "Black Panther" premier! Plus, hear why Damien thinks Morgan Freeman can make some legendary gumbo.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Soundings
Promised Lands And The AfroFuture

Soundings

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2016 21:29


“For women, then, poetry is not a luxury. It is a vital necessity of our existence. It forms the quality of the light within which we predicate our hopes and dreams toward survival and change, first made into language, then into idea, then into more tangible action. Poetry is the way we help give name to the nameless so it can be thought. The farthest horizons of our hopes and fears are cobbled by our poems, carved from the rock experiences of our daily lives.”- Audre Lorde Featuring: Alfalfa Brown, Queens D. Light, Ericka Huggins, narrated by Natasha Mmonatau Producer(s): Natasha Mmonatau and the Braden Storytelling Department (storytelling.stanford.edu)

Earn Your Leisure
EYL #235: CEO of AfroFuture on Doing Business in Ghana, Court Battle with Coachella, & African Opportunities

Earn Your Leisure

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 85:00


In this episode, we spoke with Abdul Abdullah, the founder of AfroFuture formerly known as Afrochella. He spoke about creating Ghana's largest music festival, his experience growing up in Ghana, how he brought $100 million in tourism dollars to the country, how to successfully pitch corporate sponsors, and more.He also spoke about the legal fight with Coachella that caused the festival to change its name, business opportunities in Ghana, pitfalls in booking artists, Afro beats, branding, and more. #ghana #afrofuture #africaGET YOUR TICKETS TO THE NUMBER #1 FINANCIAL FESTIVALhttps://investfest.comJOIN THE NUMBER #1 EDUCATIONAL PLATFORMhttps://www.eyluniversity.com/communityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy