Podcasts about Diaspora

This joyful celebration of gospel music greats brings together Africa and America. Ladysmith Black Mambazo is the South African male a capela choral group singing in the local vocal styles of isicathamiya and mbube. They became known internationally after singing with American Paul Simon on his joyous Grammy Award winning 1986 album Graceland. The Fairfield Four, started over 100 years ago, won a Grammy for the Best Roots Gospel Album. The Four Eagle Gospel Singers are a historic a cappella gospel group from Bessemer, Alabama, known as one of the state's oldest gospel groups. The Gospel Harmonettes were a pivotal 1950s female gospel group, fronted by the legendary Dorothy Love Coates, known for their powerful vocals, civil rights activism, and intense performances that influenced soul/R&B; Also featured are The Birmingham Sunlights who are distinctive for using no instruments in their church services. APWW #40 Produced by Sean Barlow

AOT2 amd Ugochi open with the history and culture of the Nok people and extend well wishes to Muslims during the fasting period. They read Fan Mails, review new black market rates, and catch up on recent events before unpacking X of the Week and Believe It or Not. The episode also covers the alleged assassination attempt on Peter Obi in Edo State, Release Therapy, and Prop and Flop of the Week before wrapping up.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction50:28 - Fan mails01:01:20 - New black market rates01:03:30 - Catch up01:34:07 - X of the week0136:33 - Believe it or not01:58:50 - Release Therapy02:09:20 - Prop and flop of the week--------------------------------------------234 Essential on Twitter and Instagram.Write us: fanmail@234essential.comDonate to 234 Essential: https://donate.stripe.com/bIYfZw6g14juf1m8wxNewsletter: https://234essential.com/

Mu Sochua spent most of her life organizing for democracy in Cambodia, both inside and outside the country.She served as a member of parliament and as minister for women's and veterans affairs before leaving the government over corruption and later joining the political opposition. After her party was dissolved, she was banned from politics and sentenced to 47 years in prison. She now lives in exile in the United States.In this episode, Mu talks about what it means to continue political work from outside her native Cambodia. As president of the Khmer Movement for Democracy, Mu has traveled around the world to meet with Cambodian communities across the diaspora, staying in people's homes, organizing in kitchens, and helping communities build leadership and structure where they live. Her approach to political organizing is practical: listen first, identify local leaders, share resources, negotiate differences, and organize.She also reflects on returning to Cambodia after the Khmer Rouge, working with women at the grassroots level, and the decision to leave government when staying no longer made sense. The conversation looks closely at power, exile, and what democracy requires when formal institutions are closed off.At the center is a simple idea: exile does not mean stepping away from politics. It means finding another way to do it.Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and visit our website to stay up to date with our latest news. Subscribe to the Better (Political) Leadership Substack and sign up to our bi-weekly briefing for insights and inspiration on how to build better politics.

Help Stop The Genocide In American Ghettos Podcast is a platform for ordinary law abiding citizens from Emmanuel Barbee friends list and from his social groups who are Black Artists, African Artists, Allied Healthcare professionals, Church Leaders, and Black Entrepreneurs, African Entrepreneurs who want to promote their products and services to our listeners from the global community. This no holds-barred talk show focuses on promoting Grassroots Community Advocacy, Business, Finance, Health, Community-Based Solutions, Employment, Social Issues, Political Issues, Black Issues, African Issues and Christianity which speaks to the interests of our listeners. Broadcasting on multiple social networks throughout the United States and around the globe. This show will provide insight on how our creative abilities can be used to create economic tangibles in our communities, neighborhoods and in Black countries. The Grass Roots Community Activist Movement is about uniting the African American community and the African Immigrant community in Chicago and eventually throughout the Diaspora. I'm not just online trying to sell my book, selling items from my virtual store or just trying to get donations for my film project but rather to recruit like minded Black Americans, like minded African Immigrants within America to help me build the best African American business within the United States of America called the Grass Roots Community Activist Institute of Chicago. Our objective is for us to build our own network so that we can support each other in business. #NotAnother34Years #M1

La mémoire n'est pas un sujet du passé. C'est un enjeu de pouvoir, de reconnaissance et de dignité.Dans cet épisode exceptionnel de Kalimanjaro, nous recevons Aïssata Seck, directrice de la Fondation pour la Mémoire de l'Esclavage. Elle nous livre un échange essentiel sur l'histoire des tirailleurs africains, la mémoire de l'esclavage, le racisme en France et le rôle central du politique pour faire évoluer les rapports de force.Aïssata Seck revient sur l'invisibilisation historique des tirailleurs africains, ces soldats venus des colonies qui ont contribué à défendre et libérer la France, souvent sans reconnaissance à la hauteur de leur engagement. Elle explique comment l'absence et la connaissance nourrissent encore aujourd'hui les discriminations et les fractures sociales.L'épisode aborde aussi des questions profondes d'identité. Grandir entre plusieurs cultures. Apprendre à naviguer entre héritage africain et société française. Comprendre pourquoi la mémoire est une clé d'émancipation individuelle, mais aussi un outil stratégique collectif.Enfin, Aïssata Seck insiste sur l'importance de l'engagement politique et institutionnel. Peser dans le débat public. Structurer des combats. Transformer la mémoire en levier d'action concrète.Un épisode inspirant, ambitieux et nécessaire, pour comprendre le passé, éclairer le présent et agir sur l'avenir.Suivez Aïssata Seck sur LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/a%C3%AFssata-seck-8315846b/

3 ans sans vacances. C'est le prix qu'elle a payé pour devenir la seule femme noire en Europe à obtenir l'agrément de l'AMF.Dans cet épisode exceptionnel de Kalimanjaro, nous recevons Shaïla Sahai, Fondatrice et CEO de We Take Part, une plateforme de financement participatif régulée par l'Autorité des Marchés Financiers. Avec 20 ans d'expérience dans la finance, Shaïla incarne la résilience, la détermination et la vision d'un investissement qui crée du sens.Shaïla Sahai nous raconte son parcours hors du commun. De la finance de marché au back-office titre, de la monétique Visa à la création de sa propre plateforme régulée. Un parcours technique, exigeant, semé d'embûches administratives et réglementaires. "Si j'avais su, je n'y serais pas allée", confie-t-elle. Mais elle l'a fait. Et elle a réussi.L'épisode explore les sacrifices de l'entrepreneuriat. 3 ans sans vacances. Des nuits blanches. Des moments de doute. Mais aussi une foi inébranlable en sa mission : démocratiser l'investissement à impact, notamment en Afrique et en Éthiopie.Shaïla partage également sa vision de la finance à impact. Comment investir dans des projets qui créent de la valeur économique ET sociale ? Comment structurer un business plan solide pour convaincre les investisseurs ? Comment naviguer dans un univers ultra-régulé tout en restant fidèle à ses valeurs ?Enfin, elle nous livre des conseils puissants pour les entrepreneurs : revoyez vos ambitions à la hausse. Prenez du recul. Méditez. Progressez pas à pas. Et surtout, n'abandonnez jamais.Un épisode inspirant, profond et nécessaire pour tous ceux qui veulent entreprendre avec impact.Suivez Shaïla Sahai sur LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/shailasahai/

L'argent ne fait pas le bonheur, mais il peut traverser les générations... si vous savez comment le structurer.Dans cet épisode de Kalimanjaro, nous recevons Jean-Luc Akoto, Président de LIMAYA CAPITAL. Fort d'une carrière de près de 30 ans, de la BNP Paribas à la création de sa propre structure, Jean-Luc est une voix incontournable sur la finance et la dynamique économique du continent africain.Jean-Luc Akoto nous plonge dans l'univers méconnu de la gestion de patrimoine en Afrique. Il démystifie le rôle du gestionnaire de patrimoine : non, il ne rend pas riche. Il gère l'existant, l'améliore et le protège. Une nuance essentielle pour comprendre comment sécuriser et transmettre son patrimoine.L'épisode explore également la question de l'héritage et de la transmission intergénérationnelle. Comment construire un patrimoine qui traverse les générations ? Quels sont les pièges à éviter ? Pourquoi l'éducation financière est-elle la clé pour ne jamais être esclave de l'argent ?Jean-Luc partage aussi sa vision de la dynamique économique du continent africain. Les opportunités d'investissement sur la BRVM (Bourse Régionale des Valeurs Mobilières), les obligations d'État, le private equity, l'immobilier. Il insiste sur l'importance de diversifier son allocation d'actifs et de connaître son profil de risque.Enfin, il nous livre des conseils précieux : le respect ne s'achète pas, mais il ouvre les portes. La discipline bat le talent. Et surtout, ne soyez jamais esclaves de l'argent.Un épisode riche, technique et inspirant pour tous ceux qui veulent bâtir une fortune durable en Afrique.Suivez Jean-Luc Akoto sur LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jean-lucakoto/

"Je veux être la plus grande." C'est avec cette ambition sans limites que Charly Salaam, CEO d'Afretrade et Docteure en Mindset Shift, nous embarque dans une conversation puissante sur l'état d'esprit de la réussite.Dans cet épisode de Kalimanjaro, Charly nous dévoile sa mission folle : créer 150 millionnaires en 10 ans. Comment ? En maîtrisant les secrets du "Growth Mindset" et en appliquant des stratégies financières solides comme les "Retained Earnings" pour bâtir des entreprises qui traversent les générations.Découvrez pourquoi l'échec est un levier, comment sécuriser son entreprise sans risquer son patrimoine personnel, et quelles sont les solutions pour construire une économie africaine stable et durable. Un échange inspirant pour tous ceux qui veulent passer au niveau supérieur.Suivez Charly Salaam sur LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/charly-lemassi-salaam-4a9692391/

We look at the fate of the Roman people after 1453. Many were enslaved while others searched desperately for loved ones. Those who adapted quickly to Ottoman rule could gain great wealth. While some fled to the West. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British journalist and historian Zeinab Badawi joins What's Next to discuss her six-year project, The History of Africa, a sweeping 20-part series and companion book spanning 30 countries and centering African voices in the telling of the continent's story. As the virtual guest speaker for the Sankofa Conference, she reflects on why reclaiming history matters now more than ever. We also hear from community builder Juweria Dahir and her son Gerbriel Sharif, a young historian, as they discuss remembering African history beyond narratives of struggle and strengthening connections across the diaspora.

Saeimā jau vairākkārt skatīts jautājums par to, cik sekmīgi tiek ieviests plāns darbam ar diasporu. Bet kā paveikto reālitātē varam svērt un nomērīt un varbūt plāni no dzīves būtiski atšķiras? Par to, kā sokas plāna darbam ar diasporu realizācija, skaidrojam pirmdienas raidījumā Globālais latvietis. 21. gadsimts. Disktutē Saeimas deputātes Irma Kalniņa (Jaunā Vienotība) un Ināra Mūrniece (Nacionālā apvienība) un Miks Muižarājs, biedrības "Ar pasaules pieredzi Latvijā" līdzdibinātājs, Diasporas konsultatīvās padomes pārstāvis. Uzklausām arī Zandu Grauzi, Ārlietu ministrijas Diasporas grupas speciālo uzdevumu vēstnieci. Salīdzinoši īsā laika sprīdī Saeimā jau divkārt ir vētīts plāns darbam ar diasporu, runājot par periodu, kas aptver laika posmu no 2024. līdz 2026. gadam, šo gadu ieskaitot, lūkojot arī to, kā veicas ar šī plāna realizāciju un kas būtu jāņem vērā, domājot par to, kādas pārmaiņas ir nepieciešamas nākotnē. Kā veicas ar plāna realizāciju, kā vispār var izsvērt un nomērīt paveikto? Varbūt, ka tie plāni patiesībā no dzīves arī būtiski atšķiras? Protams, šis ir mirklis, kad arī svarīgi nedaudz palūkoties tālāk, jo ir jātop jau jaunam plānam, kas arī regulēs atbalstu gan diasporas organizācijām, gan arī formulēs to, cik svarīgi mums šeit, Latvijā, ir tie pilsoņi, kuri uz īsāku vai ilgāku laiku ir nolēmuši dzīvot citviet pasaulē.

Das Smithsonian National Museum of African Art zeigt die bislang umfassendste Präsentation zu dem Thema. In aktuellen Zeiten ein wichtiges Zeichen für Sichtbarkeit in den USA. Autor: Kosmas Hotomanidis Von Daily Good News.

La parution de la National Security Strategy en décembre 2025, suivie de l'intervention américaine de janvier 2026 à Caracas, ont rapidement amené certains observateurs à se poser la question de l'avenir d'un régime que Washington a dans le collimateur depuis plus de 60 ans : Cuba. Dans cette nouvelle série, Simon Desplanque reçoit Margot François, docteure en géopolitique et spécialiste de l'île, pour comprendre la relation longue et tumultueuse qui unit, pour le meilleur mais surtout pour le pire, Washington à La Havane.Invitée : Margot FrançoisAvec Simon DesplanqueSuivez le podcast ! Il est désormais sur X/Twitter : @20MPC_podcast & LinkedIn !   Générique : Léopold Corbion (15 Years of Reflection)Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Whenever you say anything online opposing the way the US is preparing for war with Iran or strangling Cuba to death with siege warfare, you'll always get people whose family comes from the nation in question telling you to be silent and support the US war machine. Their family emigrated at some point because they didn't like the government, so now they spend their time on social media telling everyone to support US operations to topple that government. The correct response to such people is “Shut the fuck up.” Reading by Tim Foley.

¡Ni los peces mas voladores podrán detenernos!¡Porque es Lunes y SpreadShotNews Podcast ya esta aquí! En este episodio: Nico continua su epopeya por Ivalice en Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, mientras Maxi termina Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere y nos comenta sus impresiones finales. Ademas nos comenta sus “reservas” sobre Romeo is a Dead Man. Para el Rapid-Fire, repasamos las noticias de la semana arrancando por los obituarios japoneses con el fallecimiento de Hideki Sato y Shutaro Iida, nos enteramos la identidad de uno de los inversores de Highguard, el RAMpocalypse podria afectar los planes de la PlayStation 6 y el precio de la Switch 2, Sony cierra Bluepoint Games y la EVO es finalmente adquirida en su totalidad por una subisidiaria del Fondo Publico de Inversion de Arabia Saudi. En el Hot Coffee, repasamos la noticia bomba de la salida de Phil Spencer y Sarah Bond de Xbox. Para finalizar, en el Special Move, Maxi nos recomienda el super post mortem de Mark Darrah sobre Anthem: The Truth About What Happened on Anthem - Complete (2011-2026) . Nico por su parte nos recomienda el show de Minnmax donde ven el documental de Star Wars Episodio 1: The Phantom Commentary - One Of Film's Greatest Documentaries , y ademas recomienda el show de The Mags que dieron para MAGFest 2026: The Megas | MAGFest 2026 .

Dans cet épisode d'Ubuntu Business, nous nous attaquons au pilier silencieux de toute grande réussite entrepreneuriale : la constance.Pourquoi certains, comme Philippe Simo, semblent-ils capables de produire un travail de qualité de manière ininterrompue pendant des années, tandis que la plupart des initiatives s'essoufflent en quelques mois ? Est-ce une question de volonté surhumaine ? De discipline militaire ?La réponse est bien plus profonde et accessible que vous ne le pensez.Dans cet audio, Tanguy de Bangui déconstruit le mythe de la discipline pour révéler la véritable source de la régularité : l'alignement fondamental entre qui vous êtes, ce que vous faites, et où vous allez.AU PROGRAMME DE CET ÉPISODE :•(01:12) L'Effet Cumulé en Action : Comment la constance transforme des efforts modestes en un impact massif, à l'image de la goutte d'eau qui perce la pierre.•(03:16) Le Secret N°1 de la Constance : Découvrez pourquoi connaître vos aspirations profondes et votre nature véritable est la seule stratégie viable pour tenir sur la durée.•(07:02) Vision, Objectifs, Stratégie, Tactique : Apprenez à différencier ce qui doit être immuable de ce qui peut (et doit) changer, pour éviter de vous épuiser dans une obstination stérile.•(12:09) Le Levier de l'Identité : Comprenez comment les habitudes que vous ancrez au quotidien (comme faire votre lit) forgent l'identité de la personne que vous voulez devenir et rendent l'action presque automatique.Que vous soyez en voiture, en train de faire du sport ou entre deux rendez-vous, cet épisode est une session de coaching stratégique pour vous aider à bâtir un moteur de constance interne, puissant et durable.Rejoignez la communauté Black Network et poursuivez la discussion : [Lien vers le site/la newsletter]#Podcast #Entrepreneuriat #Constance #Leadership #DéveloppementPersonnel #BlackExcellence #UbuntuBusinessHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Migration : « Nous avons rédigé une politique nationale et un plan d'action pour la diaspora, qui seront soumis au Cabinet pour approbation », souligne Alia Hirji de l'IOM Maurice by TOPFM MAURITIUS

Help Stop The Genocide In American Ghettos Podcast is a platform for ordinary law abiding citizens from Emmanuel Barbee friends list and from his social groups who are Black Artists, African Artists, Allied Healthcare professionals, Church Leaders, and Black Entrepreneurs, African Entrepreneurs who want to promote their products and services to our listeners from the global community. This no holds-barred talk show focuses on promoting Grassroots Community Advocacy, Business, Finance, Health, Community-Based Solutions, Employment, Social Issues, Political Issues, Black Issues, African Issues and Christianity which speaks to the interests of our listeners. Broadcasting on multiple social networks throughout the United States and around the globe. This show will provide insight on how our creative abilities can be used to create economic tangibles in our communities, neighborhoods and in Black countries. The Grass Roots Community Activist Movement is about uniting the African American community and the African Immigrant community in Chicago and eventually throughout the Diaspora. I'm not just online trying to sell my book, selling items from my virtual store or just trying to get donations for my film project but rather to recruit like minded Black Americans, like minded African Immigrants within America to help me build the best African American business within the United States of America called the Grass Roots Community Activist Institute of Chicago. Our objective is for us to build our own network so that we can support each other in business. #NotAnother34Years #M1

Send a textHappy International Mother Language Day!Hear Maame Serwaa Piese who shares her regret at not teaching her children her Mother Tongue. She shares her reflections in Twi followed by an English translation.You'll also hear from her niece Mirekua Ansah, who provides her perspective on why she has actively invested in ensuring her four children are fluent in their Mother Tongue. She shares her reflections in Twi followed by an English translation.Find out more on our Substack.https://akadimagazine.substack.com/p/how-are-you-marking-internationalThe music in this episode is made exclusively for AKADi Magazine by Kyekyeku and the Super Opong Stars and is called 'Life No Dey Easy'.AKADi Magazine is a digital publication connecting Ghanaians in Ghana and the Diaspora, visit us at www.akadimagazine.com , www.akadimagazine.co.uk and www.msbwrites.co.uk for all your community news. Join our socials here: https://linktr.ee/AKADiMag

Diaspora indyjska w Australii znajduje się wśród grup, które są niepokojąco nadreprezentowane w krajowych statystykach wypadków śmiertelnych nad wodą. Eksperci z Australii i Indii łączą siły, by walczyć z plagą utonięć. Czy różnice kulturowe są kluczem do uratowania tysięcy istnień?

Das Projekt Rojava beruht auf einer Zusammenführung unterschiedlicher Emanzipationsstruggles. Hinara e.V. als Bildungsinitiative unternimmt einige Anstrengungen zu deren Voraussetzungen beizutragen. Mit der Podiumsdiskussion 'Wir machen Bildung - Perspektiven von Frauen aus Swana und der Diaspora' am 1. März werden einige basics vorgestellt. Studiogespräch mit Rosa von Hinara e.V. Insta: @hinara.verein | web.: www.hinara.de

It's been decades since house and techno music exploded out of South Side Chicago and inner-city Detroit, and most Americans still don't know their dance music history. In 1977 a DJ named Frankie Knuckles moved to Chicago to spin and remix disco records at an underground club called The Warehouse. Out of a fringe subculture that formed there - gay and African-American - house music would emerge to become one the biggest club music genres in the world. Meanwhile, young black futurists of Detroit channeled their city's post-industrial decay into a utopian machine music known as techno. APWW #619 Produced by Marlon Bishop and Wills Glasspiegel

De 17 février 2026, nous entrons dans l'année du Cheval de Feu.Qu'est-ce que cette nouvelle année vient réveiller en nous ?Avec Sokha Suy, praticienne en feng shui traditionnel et en Ba Zi, on parle de ces cycles énergétiques issus de la métaphysique chinoise.On parle de l'année du Serpent de Bois. Et de ce qui change avec le Cheval de Feu.On parle de mouvement. De cette énergie qui pousse à agir. Mais qu'il faut appréhender avec conscience.Dans cet épisode, on aborde :Ce qu'est le Ba Zi (八字) et pourquoi ce n'est pas “juste” l'horoscope chinoisComment les cycles énergétiques chinois influencent nos périodes de viePourquoi 2025 a pu ressembler à une fin de cycleCe que symbolise le Cheval de FeuElan du cœur vs élan de l'egoCe que cette année peut venir travailler selon votre maître du jourPour illustrer tout ça, je me prête à un mini thème de vie en direct : Sokha m'explique mes 4 piliers de vie.

In Frankrijk lopen de tegenstellingen tussen de uiterste flanken van links en rechts steeds verder uit de hand. Vorige week liep een botsing uit op fataal geweld: een 23-jarige activist uit extreemrechtse hoek bezweek aan zijn verwondingen na een aanval. De gebeurtenis heeft een fel politiek debat losgemaakt, waarbij de regering de harde linkerzijde medeverantwoordelijk houdt. Correspondent Eva Rammeloo over de groeiende polarisatie in Frankrijk.  (11:54) Marokkaanse repressie reikt tot in diaspora Een Marokkaanse activist die in Parijs woont, is bij aankomst in Marrakech gearresteerd vanwege uitspraken die ze op sociale media gedaan zou hebben. Het is een nieuw hoofdstuk in de groeiende repressie van het staatsapparaat in Marokko. Sinds de protesten eind vorig jaar, zitten er nog steeds honderden demonstranten vast in de gevangenis. Over de zorgen van jongeren in het land en de diaspora, collega en Marokko-kenner Noumidia Massaoudi. Presentatie: Sophie Derkzen

After a summer in Ethiopia, we had to debrief properly. The chaos. The group shenanigans. The politics. ALL OF IT! Our fave seasoned guest is back, Ruta!Ruta shares her first-ever experience in Ethiopia. We spoke about diaspora season, how Aussies, Americans, Brits and Canadians move in the diaspora world, ethical vs unethical tourism, highlights and things we would do differently next time!

Bongani Bingwa speaks to political analyst Sune Payne about the shifting political landscape in South Africa, as a younger and more diverse generation begins to challenge established power structures. With growing frustration over corruption, inequality and failing service delivery, student movements, civic activism and new political formations are reshaping the national conversation around accountability and ethical leadership. They reflect on recent analysis by Daily Maverick that suggests this generational shift could redefine what leadership looks like in South Africa, and debate whether these emerging voices can meaningfully reconnect politics with ordinary citizens, particularly young people and members of the diaspora watching developments from abroad. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kurdish diaspora has been demonstrating in major European cities for weeks now. Protesters are urging European and international authorities to respond to the takeover of the Kurdish autonomous region called Rojava by Syria's new government. They fear that their community is at risk of disappearing. What is the diaspora hoping from the European and international authorities?Production: By Europod, in co-production with the Sphera network.This episode is based on a story written by Blanche Ribault for Streetpress and is co-written with Hélène Pillon from Médianes.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elijah Wald, acclaimed author of “Escaping the Blues: Robert Johnson the Invention of the Blues”, talks with producer Ned Sublette, and plays lesser-known recordings by Peetie Wheatstraw, Lonnie Johnson, Leroy Carr and others, who provided source material for some of Johnson's classic tunes. APWW #452 Produced by Ned Sublette in 2005

 AOT2, and Ugochi start with the Lagos Marathon and Valentine conversations before unpacking X of the Week and the debates it sparked online. They move into Believe It or Not and Weekly Essentials, touching on school being a scam and the rising cost of rent in Lagos. The episode also revisits the 2014 Ebola saga in Once Upon A Time and wraps up with Prop and Flop of the Week before signing out. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction35:58 - X of the week58:30 - believe it or not01:14:00 - Weekly essentials 01:20:40 - Once Upon A Time01:33:00 - prop and flop of the week01:41:10 - Sign out

Vor einem Jahr hat der Bundesrat in einem Bericht bestätigt, dass China die tibetische und uigurische Diaspora in der Schweiz einschüchtert. Seither sei zu wenig passiert, kritisieren jetzt mehrere Organisationen. Welche Möglichkeiten gäbe es? Und: ⦁ Die Polparteien in der Schweiz verzeichnen einen Zuwachs: Sowohl die SVP als auch die SP haben laut eigenen Angaben im letzten Jahr Mitglieder dazugewonnen. · Luzern ist ab heute im Fasnachtsfieber. Mit dem Urknall um 05:00 Uhr in der Früh haben die Feierlichkeiten offiziell gestartet. · Der niederländische Schriftsteller Cees Nooteboom ist im Alter von 92 Jahren gestorben. Er galt als einer der grossen europäischen Autoren der Nachkriegszeit.

Die Schweiz tue immer noch zu wenig gegen chinesische Überwachung: Das kritisieren mehrere Organisationen, die sich für die tibetische und uigurische Diaspora einsetzen. Beide Gruppen werden von China eingeschüchtert. Ralph Weber von der Uni Basel sagt, ob man von der Politik mehr erwarten könne. · Die Arktis steht spätestens seit US-Präsident Trumps Übernahmeplänen für Grönland wieder im Fokus der Geopolitik. Grossbritannien verdoppelt jetzt die Zahl der Truppen in Norwegen von 1000 auf 2000. Gleichzeitig hat am Mittwoch in der Region die Nato-Übung «Arctic Sentry» begonnen. Nordeuropa-Korrespondent über die Aufrüstung in der Arktis. · Südkorea hat diese Woche überraschend angekündigt, dass es eine gemeinsame Industriezone mit Nordkorea wieder eröffnen will. Über Jahre hatten die beiden Länder gemeinsam Fabriken betrieben, doch seit 2016 liegt das Projekt auf Eis. Martin Fritz, freier Journalist in Tokio, sagt, warum Südkorea nun einen Schritt auf seinen nördlichen Nachbarn zugeht. · Der Bierkonzern Heineken will bis zu 6000 Stellen streichen – rund 7 Prozent der Belegschaft. Begründet wird der Abbau zum einen damit, dass weniger Bier getrunken wird – zum anderen aber auch damit, dass Heineken profitabler werden soll. Wirtschaftsredaktor Klaus Bonanomi erklärt, wie das zu den Entwicklungen im gesamten Biermarkt passt.

Christine Pinchart évoque le génocide arménien, en compagnie de son invitée Anny Romand, autrice d'un livre intitulé « Ma grand-mère d'Arménie », paru en 2020, dans lequel elle raconte , à travers l'histoire d'une grand-mère, une histoire commune à plus d'1.000.000 de personnes. Un génocide reconnu comme le premier du XXème siècle par 34 pays. Merci pour votre écoute Un Jour dans l'Histoire, c'est également en direct tous les jours de la semaine de 13h15 à 14h30 sur www.rtbf.be/lapremiere Retrouvez tous les épisodes d'Un Jour dans l'Histoire sur notre plateforme Auvio.be :https://auvio.rtbf.be/emission/5936 Intéressés par l'histoire ? Vous pourriez également aimer nos autres podcasts : L'Histoire Continue: https://audmns.com/kSbpELwL'heure H : https://audmns.com/YagLLiKEt sa version à écouter en famille : La Mini Heure H https://audmns.com/YagLLiKAinsi que nos séries historiques :Chili, le Pays de mes Histoires : https://audmns.com/XHbnevhD-Day : https://audmns.com/JWRdPYIJoséphine Baker : https://audmns.com/wCfhoEwLa folle histoire de l'aviation : https://audmns.com/xAWjyWCLes Jeux Olympiques, l'étonnant miroir de notre Histoire : https://audmns.com/ZEIihzZMarguerite, la Voix d'une Résistante : https://audmns.com/zFDehnENapoléon, le crépuscule de l'Aigle : https://audmns.com/DcdnIUnUn Jour dans le Sport : https://audmns.com/xXlkHMHSous le sable des Pyramides : https://audmns.com/rXfVppvN'oubliez pas de vous y abonner pour ne rien manquer.Et si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In this episode of The Brief Dive, I sit down with my sister and brother-in-law to talk about their Habesha wedding — the beautiful moments and the parts no one really prepares you for. We get real about what actually happens behind the scenes, what they wish they knew before saying “I do,” and what it's like choosing to marry within your culture.We dive into the pressure, expectations, and endless opinions that come with Habesha weddings — from family input to cultural traditions to navigating boundaries when everyone has something to say. We also talk about balancing love, culture, finances, and sanity while planning a wedding that feels authentic but still respects tradition.But of course… we didn't keep it serious the whole time.We laugh about wedding chaos, family dynamics, unsolicited advice, and the moments that almost sent everyone over the edge. Real talk, real emotions, and plenty of honesty.If you're Habesha, planning a wedding, thinking about marrying within your culture, or just curious about what really goes into a traditional Habesha wedding — this episode is for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview0:18 Intro1:28 Brother VS Husband Trivia!!!9:06 How Did You Two Meet?12:03 What Did Your Wedding Contain?13:20 What's One Thing You Wish You Knew Before Planning Your Wedding?17:21 Did It Ever Stop Becoming 'Your' Wedding?23:40 What's The Most Shocking Behind-The-Scenes Moment?27:21 What's The Most Overhyped Thing About Weddings?31:20 How Do You Keep Your Wedding Ideas To Yourself?37:28 Pressure To Date Within Your Tribe???48:00 Dating Methods And Culture?52:40 Do Habeshas Prepare You More For A Marriage Or A Wedding?58:33 Habeshas Parents And Public Displays Of Affection???1:02:40 Do You View Your Families Differently After Getting Into A Relationship?1:09:20 Does Having Empathy Help Protect Your Marriage?1:12:55 Advice To Young Habeshas Dating1:21:16 Outro

This year's first episode is a special one — recorded live in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with the incredible RIMON, the Netherlands-based, Eritrean-born global artist, during her first-ever performance in Ethiopia at the World Afrika Festival. We talk about what that moment meant to her, the evolution of her sound, and navigating self-doubt as an artist. We also dive into what her lover girl era looks like and whether you can really find love during diaspora season in Ethiopia!FOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUESTRIMON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ri.mon/

The Indonesian Diaspora Network Victoria hosted the Diaspora Fair 2026, showcasing Indonesian culture and providing a platform for diverse diaspora communities to celebrate their traditions. - Indonesian Diaspora Network Victoria menggelar Diaspora Fair 2026 yang tidak hanya menampilkan budaya Indonesia, tetapi juga memberi ruang bagi berbagai komunitas diaspora untuk berbagi tradisi mereka.

Episode 211 with with Kanessa Muluneh, serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Nyle Investment Group, a diaspora focused investment firm connecting global capital with high impact opportunities across Africa. Kanessa exited her first company at 21 and has since spent over a decade building, scaling, investing in, and advising businesses across Africa's most important growth sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and the digital economy.In this episode of the Unlocking Africa Podcast, Kanessa brings a rare founder operator investor perspective to how Africa can unlock sustainable economic growth in the 21st century. She explains why Africa's economic future will not be driven by technology alone, but by the successful scaling of traditional industries alongside digital innovation. Drawing on her hands on experience, she breaks down what it really takes to build resilient businesses in African markets and why execution, not hype, determines long term success.Kanessa also shares the thinking behind Nyle and the role diaspora capital can play in strengthening Africa's entrepreneurial pipeline. She discusses how diaspora led investment, when paired with local insight and hands on support, can unlock scalable, profitable businesses. From sitting on both sides of the founder investor table, she offers an unfiltered view of the blind spots that hold founders back and how narrative, visibility, and customer engagement can become powerful drivers of growth.What We Discuss With KanessaKanessa's journey from exiting her first company at 21 to building and backing ventures across Africa's traditional and digital sectors.Why Africa's economic growth depends as much on agriculture, manufacturing, and construction as it does on technology.How diaspora led capital, when deployed with discipline and hands on support, can unlock long term value for founders and investors.Why product alone is never enough and how narrative, visibility, and customer engagement drive commercial growth in emerging markets.The hard realities of scaling across borders and what founders must get right to build resilient, future ready African companies. Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Building Profitable IT Infrastructure for Global Remote Work From Africa? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with Kanessa:LinkedIn - Kanessa Muluneh and NyleMany of the businesses unlocking opportunities in Africa don't do it alone. If you'd like strategic support on entering or expanding across African markets, reach out to our partners ETK Group: www.etkgroup.co.ukinfo@etkgroup.co.uk

Greg Egan’s work exemplifies a certain kind of “hard” science fiction: not that it’s obsessed with big manly space battles, but rather that it’s using science to really dig into some complicated subjects. Eden Kupermintz, of Death // Sentence and many other cool projects, joins to discuss the scope and the scale, philosophy and physics in Diaspora.   Podcasts, reviews, interviews, essays, and more at the Ancillary Review of Books.   Please consider supporting ARB’s Patreon! Guest: Eden Kupermintz Title: Diaspora by Greg Egan Host: Jake Casella Brookins Music by Giselle Gabrielle Garcia Additional music: "Equatorial Complex" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License "Fluidscape" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Artwork by Rob Patterson Opening poem by Bhartṛhari, translated by John Brough References: The Translated Hugo Initiative Brian Catling's Earwig Jeffrey Ford's The Physiognomy Jeff VanderMeer's The Strange Bird Jeremy P. Bushnell's Relentless Melt Severian (from Wolfe’s Book of the New Sun) Mark Z. Danielewski’s House of Leaves "Every text is ergodic if you want it to be." Pink Floyd's Stairway to Heaven Heavy Blog is Heavy Centroeuropa by Vicente Luis Mora, translated by Rahul Bery Dengue Boy by Michel Nieve, translated by Rahul Bery You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrigue, translated by Natasha Wimmer Enrigue in discussion with Maia Gil’Adí (friend of the pod) on Novel Dialogue Jeff VanderMeer’s Annihilation & Authority (and the Meal of Thorns episode) Dan Simmons’ Hyperion Ursula Le Guin's Ekumen (in the Hainish books) Ben Berman Ghan’s The Years Shall Run Like Rabbits & Eden's review Olaf Stapledon's Last and First Men and Starmaker Greg Egan's Scale Backlisted episode on Last and First Men David Hume leptons & femtoseconds Gilles Deleuze & Jacques Derrida Immanuel Kant & correlationism Egan's Perihelion Summer Socrates & Plato & the polis solipsism Edwin A. Abbot's Flatland Zelazny, Le Guin, Dick, Asimov Peter Watts' Blindsight Becky Chambers' To Be Taught If Fortunate Egan's Morphotropic Larry Niven (e.g., Ringworld) "I know kung fu" scene in The Matrix Pragmatism, coherence, William James The Best of Greg Egan Permutation City Greg Daniel’s Upload series The Orthogonal Rocket trilogy Zendegi Karen Burnham's Modern Masters of SF book on Egan MMSF on Ballard, Bester Frederick Pohl's Gateway Poul Anderson’s Tau Zero Wells, Camille Flammarion, Flash Gordon, Star Trek & Star Wars M. John Harrison’s The Centauri Device Gareth Watkin's essay on AI & fascism John M. Ford's Web of Angels on Death // Sentence GregEgan.net

Jian opens this episode of Roqe with an essay making the case for calling this uprising the Lion and Sun Revolution. He reflects on the Lion and Sun flag being raised in Richmond Hill, Canada, while making one thing unmistakably clear - symbols in the diaspora are never enough. The real revolution is being paid for in blood inside Iran. Still, when a people are fighting to reclaim identity beyond the rulers who define them, symbols matter. Jian is then joined by Salar Gholami - former Iranian national team boxer and key organizer behind the historic Iranian-Canadian demonstrations in Toronto. They discuss how these massive rallies were built, how unity was maintained, what's happening inside Iran, and what comes next as February 14th approaches. This episode of Roqe is supported by: Avoca Chocolates avocachocolates.com Stellar Law stellarlaw.ca

Your Feminist Buzzkills are pouring out all the latest abobo-related tea that is bound to curdle your girdle! Nobody is coming to save us, folks—we're doing the damn thing ourselves.  Lizz and Moji lay out how the Trump administration is using a law written to protect abortion providers to prosecute Don Lemon!  And Texas continues to Texas, as The Turning Point USA-ssholes at Texas Tech are out here banning the speech of abortion providers on their campus. And in other “Texas-men-pissing-us-off” news: another Lone Star loser is testing the misogynistic waters of shiny new anti-abobo law that allows him to sue a California doctor for legally prescribing abortion pills to his girlfriend.  Creeps need some hobbies y'all. GUEST ROLL CALL  Karen Thompson,  Legal Director of Pregnancy Justice, is in the house! Karen is sounding the alarm with Lizz and Moji on pregnancy criminalization as she dives into the overt and covert ways this government is policing pregnancy outcomes—information we ALL need to know! PLUS! Abby Govindan is here!Do not fear—Buzzkills have comedy, m'dear! The comedian and writer stops by to share how she navigates the world as a child of immigrants and gives a sneak peek into her new solo show, “Pushing 30”.  Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu.  OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by clicking HERE to for past Operation Save Abortion trainings, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. HOSTS:Lizz Winstead IG: @LizzWinstead Bluesky: @LizzWinstead.bsky.socialMoji Alawode-El IG: @Mojilocks Bluesky: @Mojilocks.bsky.social SPECIAL GUESTS:Karen Thompson IG/FB: @PregnancyJust Bluesky: @amazonatty.bsky.social / @PregnancyJustAbby Govindan IG/Youtube: @AbbyGovindan GUEST LINKS:Pregnancy Justice WebsiteDONATE: Pregnancy JusticeREPORT: Pregnancy Justice's New “After Pregnancy Loss” ReportAbby Govindan's WebsiteAbby Govindan's Linktree NEWS DUMP:Political Commentators Debate Ethics of AbortionTexas Tech Cancels Abortion Rights Advocate's Speech After TPUSA PressureAs Male Birth Control Gets Closer to Reality, Men Are Lining up for Clinical Trials‘We're Going to Disrupt This Country': Pardoned Anti-Abortion Activists Plot Mass Clinic ProtestsPam Bondi Is Using the Face Act Against Don Lemon for a Reason — and It's Not Public SafetyProtecting Doctors From Texas's Bounty Hunter Law EPISODE LINKS:TICKETS: Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy TourADOPT-A-CLINIC: Our Justice in Minnesota's mutual aid drive 6 DEGREES: Celebrities Remember Catherine O'Hara Operation Save AbortionExpose Fake ClinicsBUY AAF MERCH!EMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK Podcast Instagram ~ @AbortionFrontBluesky ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE! When BS is poppin', we pop off! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Omar Meftah, widely recognized as ‘Meftah', is a Detroit-based producer, DJ, and visionary behind Musha Publishing. With a foundation rooted in multi-instrumentalism and beatmaking, Meftah's musical oeuvre transcends genres, encapsulating what he terms as the ‘Sounds of the Diaspora'.
In 2020, he released his debut EP, ‘Information Travels Through' (AOM001), marking the inception of his Musha Publishing imprint, and carving out a distinctive sonic identity within Detroit's illustrious music landscape.
In addition to his solo endeavors, Meftah boasts and impressive repertoire of collaborative works, including co-production credits on Amp Fiddler's 'Keep Coming' remixes under Moodymann's Mahogani Music (MM-43, 2019), and instrumental contributions to Black Noi$e's 'OBLIVION' album released on Earl Sweatshirt's Tan Cressida Records (2020). His talents have further garnered recognition through appearances on !K7 Records' DJ-Kicks: Theo Parrish (K7414LP, 2022), solidifying his position as a prominent figure in Detroit's musical community.Recorded on December 20, 2025 in Brooklyn, NY.

Josh Birenbaum asserts Venezuela must address corruption and narcotics to stabilize democracy and attract the professional diaspora needed for economic rebuilding after years of socialist mismanagement.1863 VENEZUELA

The Harlem Renaissance was a vibrant 1920s-1930s Black cultural movement centered in Harlem, a hub for African American creativity, literature (Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston), music (jazz, blues), and art (Aaron Douglas), fueled by the Great Migration and a desire to redefine Black identity that forged a new sense of Black Pride. In this program, we hear less well known artists such as James (“Big Jim”) Reese Europe who led an orchestra of 120 musicians. We also hear iconic songs of the era including Fats Waller's “Ain't Misbehavin'”, Mamie Smith's massive 1920 hit “Crazy Blues,” Cab Colloway's “St. James Infirmary” and more. Along the way, we'll enjoy the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra featuring Louis Armstrong on trumpet and vocals and Coleman Hawkins on sax, Ethel Waters, James P. Johnson, and Willie the Lion Smith. Harlem also drew the top Cuban orchestras who came to New York by steamship to record, calyso singers, and Haitian vodou music and theater. Harlem was famous for its rent parties and a wide open attitude to defying Prohibition where revelers danced to the shimmy, the black bottom, and the Charleston from down south. Relive the glory! APWW #226 Produced by Ned Sublette

AOT2 and Ugochi start with fan mails and a weekly catch-up before diving into “Believe It or Not” and relationship scams. They discuss women and love, cover The Grammys and Fela's Lifetime Achievement Award, and wrap up with Prop and Flop of the Week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction07:02 - Fan mails15:24 - Weekly catch up51:50 - Believe it or not01:01:45 - Gist01:06:45 - Prop and flop of the week

Mayhar Tousi joins me for an interview direct from London Protests for Freedom in Iran. He explains what is happening inside Iran, considers if help from outside will come and if it is needed to throw off the regime of the Mullahs. PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://yishaifleisher.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YishaiFleisherTVSUPPORT & CONNECT:Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/yishaiFight4Israel: https://fight4israel.givecloud.coTwitter: https://twitter.com/YishaiFleisherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yishaifleisherFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/YishaiFleisher  Support the show

Send us a textWhat if you're not losing your culture, just carrying it differently? In this solo episode, I unpack cultural evolution, identity shifts, and why growth is essential to preservation.Topics CoveredAging and cultural relevance in the diasporaFrom consuming culture to preserving itCultural guilt and letting it goThe role of elders, adults, and youth in cultural continuityKey TakeawaysCultural evolution does not equal cultural disconnectionDifferent life stages naturally emphasize different cultural anchorsDepth of understanding often increases even as participation changesHow you express identity shifts based on context, safety, and life stageLinks & ResourcesCaribbean Diaspora Experience ModelLens 1: Where You Start Shapes the JourneyLens 2: Where You Live + What You Seek = How You Connect Lens 3: Cultural Anchors Keep Us Rooted Subscribe to the Newsletter Support How to Support Carry On Friends Donate: If you believe in our mission and want to help amplify Caribbean voices, consider making a donation. Get Merch: Support Carry On Friends by purchasing merchandise from our store. Connect with @carryonfriends - Instagram | Facebook | YouTube A Breadfruit Media Production

Today, an Iranian singer and composer chooses between obedience or exile. The award winning songs of Mahsa Vahdat. Then, a south bay artist who's keeping Persian music alive, one note at a time. And, a poem about dancing with modern Persian identity.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Yadi, an anthropologist and fellow Puerto Rican living in Australia, to talk about what it really means to live far from your motherland and still keep your culture alive. There are less than 1% Latinos in Australia. There are even fewer Puerto Ricans. No restaurants. No food. No community hubs. No shared language in the streets. And yet… here we are. This conversation was inspired by Bad Bunny bringing his global tour to Australia, selling out two massive shows, and reminding us how deeply culture lives in the body, especially when you're far from home. We talk about diaspora, displacement, identity, grief for the motherland, and the responsibility of keeping culture alive for our children when it's not reinforced by the environment around us. This episode is for anyone who has ever: • Left their home country • Missed their people, food, music, or language • Felt invisible in a dominant culture • Had to become the culture carrier • Built family and community from scratch ✨ IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: • What it's like being Puerto Rican in a country that doesn't know Puerto Rico • The grief and beauty of living in diaspora • Relearning what our grandmothers knew instinctively • Raising children with cultural pride far away from home • Why music, food, and language matter more than we think • Finding each other when “your people” barely exist • Celebrating Puerto Rican identity in a non-latin country

Guest: Padraic Scanlan. Scanlan describes the eviction practice of de-roofing cottages and discusses the lasting biological blight and the famine's central role in Irish diaspora memory.1857 IRISH ARRIVING BOSTON

Sierra Leone has deep reserves of resilience, and an ability to come together and overcome great obstacles embedded in its culture. To provide the kind of history that is all too often overlooked when reporting on current events on the African continent, we are encoring this Hip Deep episode, which explores the nation's past. When Sierra Leone gained independence in 1961, Freetown swayed to the beguiling, breezy lilt of palm wine guitar and danced to the funky pop of Geraldo Pino and the Heartbeats. Once a center of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, Sierra Leone became an improbable amalgamation of indigenous peoples and repatriated Africans freed from slavery. Thirty years of political and economic disintegration led to a horrific civil war that claimed tens of thousands of victims and created a generation of maimed bodies and ruined lives between 1991 and 2002. A significant portion of the violence was internal, with community members and sometimes children taking up arms against each other. Following the conflict, efforts to restore peace included truth and reconciliation programs aimed at strengthening social ties. This episode profiles the inspiring story of Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars, a band formed in war-era refugee camps in Guinea. The band played a key role in giving citizens the courage to return home, and now, along with other young musicians in Freetown, attempt to pick up where others left off before the war. Produced by Simon Rentner with Wills Glasspiegel. APWW PGM #552 Originally broadcast in 2008

What happens when a writer discovers her "boring" great-grandfather was actually a household name across the Russian Empire who helped 10,000 Jews escape to Texas? Rachel Cockerell's The Melting Point traces this forgotten history through an audacious technique: she removed herself entirely, letting only primary sources--newspaper articles, diaries, letters--speak across time. Her journey uncovers great-grandfather David Jochelmann's partnership with Israel Zangwill, the "Jewish Dickens" and their ambitious Galveston Project to divert Jewish refugees from overcrowded New York to Texas. The conversation with EconTalk's Russ Roberts spans the early Zionist movement's schism over the right location for a Jewish homeland, 1920s New York experimental theater, and one family scattered across London, New York, and Jerusalem.