The Ubuntu Podcast

David Curtiss, Henock Yilma, Nati Bulcho
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The Ubuntu Podcast is a collective set of conversations by David Curtiss, Nati Bulcho and Henock Yilma around their cultural upbringings and identity as it relates to their connections as members of the African diaspora. The Ubuntu Podcast is a platform to share our experiences around issues relating to Africa and its diaspora around the world!

  1. 05/04/2021

    Africa vs Authoritarianism: A Conversation on #EndSARS with Juliet Ihediohanma

    In this episode, we discuss the impact of authoritarianism in Africa, with a focus on the wider implications of Nigeria's #EndSARS movement across the continent. We hear from our special guest,Juliet Ihediohanma. After graduating from college, Juliet moved to Chicago for three years where she initially worked as an Academy Coordinator at a youth residential treatment facility, then later as a Refugee Employment Specialist at a refugee community partner organization. Her favorite part of living in Chicago was taking walks on the 606 and at the lakefront trail, as well as exploring different Chicago neighborhoods. Juliet is currently pursuing her Master of Public Administration at Columbia University. She is passionate about issues related to refugee and immigrant rights, gender equity, racial justice, and the economic empowerment of historically disenfranchised groups. She hopes to focus on these issues through a career in policy advocacy. Juliet enjoys reading in her free time. Her favorite book is Beloved by Toni Morrison, and for those looking to start a new book, she recommends Nervous Conditions by Tsitsi Dangarembga.

    26 min

  2. 03/22/2021

    African Innovation: A Conversation with Max Ateba

    For many years we’ve heard that Africa is full of young talent and is burgeoning with innovation that will change the continent and ultimately the world. In this episode, we interviewed Max Ateba, a young African who is deeply involved in the work of cultivating the human capital of the continent and supporting the development of young innovative talent that exists!

    1h 2m

  3. 03/01/2021

    Black & Immigrant Part 2: Perspectives From Global Migration

    In Part 2 of this episode, Henock & David continue their discussion on what it means to be Black & Immigrant, this time globally. We share similarities and differences that black immigrants face worldwide along with the common terms and misconceptions in the global migration narrative. Episode links: Africa Migration Report: https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/africa-migration-report.pdf UNHCR Glossary: https://www.unhcr.org/449267670.pdf Key Migration Terms: https://www.iom.int/key-migration-terms Paris ‘Spider-Man’ Saves Young Boy. Cue Debate on Migrants: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/28/world/europe/paris-migrant-hero-spiderman.html Windrush generation: Who are they and why are they facing problems? https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-43782241

    40 min

  4. 02/08/2021

    Black & Immigrant: Identifying the Intersection w/ Joel Malebranche

    In Part 1 of a 2-part episode, Henock & David sit down to discuss what it means to be Black & Immigrant within the USA, and the tensions, misconceptions, and experiences that come with that intersection. They also dialogue on what must be done to continue to build understanding and solidarity within the Black American community and amongst the African Diaspora. They are joined by first generation Haitian-American and Development Professional, Joel Malebranche. Episode links: Ousman Darboe could be deported any day. His story is a common one for black immigrants: https://www.vox.com/identities/2019/9/30/20875821/black-immigrants-school-prison-deportation-pipeline What Does it Mean to Be a Black Immigrant in the United States?: https://www.ilctr.org/what-does-it-mean-to-be-black-immigrant-united-states/ Black Immigrant Lives Are Under Attack: https://www.raicestexas.org/2020/07/22/black-immigrant-lives-are-under-attack/ Ice flies African asylum seekers to Nairobi in last-minute deportation push: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/jan/16/ice-african-deportation-flight-asylum-seekers-nairobi Black Alliance for Just Immigration: https://baji.org/ ACLU & Immigration: https://www.aclu.org/issues/immigrants-rights UndocuBlack Network: https://undocublack.org/

    1h 22m

  5. 01/18/2021

    Mental Health & The African Diaspora: A Conversation with Tambo Silavwe

    If it's anything 2020 has taught us, it's that our mental health is key. 🔑 In this episode (our first episode of THE YEAR with Tambo Silavwe, we discuss mental health & the African Diaspora. We talk about wellness & the movement for Black Lives, generational trauma, expanding emotional vocabularies, and much more. Are you ready to go beyond stigma and learn how we can support each other in acknowledging and caring for our mental wellbeing as Black/African people? Then stream this episode! Africa In the News Links: A Liberian man was shackled because of his mental illness — and he's not alone Kept in chains: People with mental illness shackled in 60 nations Sick and Chained: Plight of Countless Africans With Mental Health Conditions

    37 min

  6. 12/31/2020

    Year in Review - Part 2

    In Part 2 of our Year in Review, David, Nati and Henock continue their reflections and share the political, social and economic trends they expect to see across the African diaspora in the next year. We wish all of you a Happy New Year!

    32 min

  7. 12/14/2020

    Year in Review - Part 1

    2020 has been a wild year for all of us. In this episode, David, Nati and Henock share their reflections from the year along with trends they expect to see across the African diaspora in the next year. Africa In the News Joe Biden Has Promised to End Trump's Muslim and African 'Travel Ban.' But Its Legacy Will Be Felt for Years

    35 min

  8. 11/23/2020

    Building Our Power: Black Organizing in a COVID and Post George Floyd World - Part 2

    In Part 2 of this episode, we hear from David Turner, another incredible Black community organizer from the Los Angeles area. For more information on the topics discussed in this episode, please visit the following links below: #ResistCapitalism to #FundBlackFutures: Black Youth, Political Economy, and the 21st Century Black Radical Imagination

    31 min
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The Ubuntu Podcast is a collective set of conversations by David Curtiss, Nati Bulcho and Henock Yilma around their cultural upbringings and identity as it relates to their connections as members of the African diaspora. The Ubuntu Podcast is a platform to share our experiences around issues relating to Africa and its diaspora around the world!

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  • Creator
    David Curtiss, Henock Yilma, Nati Bulcho
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Ubuntu Podcast 2020
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    The Ubuntu Podcast