In this episode, Dr. Jalondra A. Davis, also known as Mami Melusine, delves into the mesmerizing realm of African diasporic culture, spirituality, and its intriguing connection to Beyoncé's visual masterpiece, "Lemonade." Embarking on an intellectual journey from the mystical depths of whales to the divine orishas, Mami Melusine uncovers the connections between mermaid lore, African spirituality, and Queen Bey's life and artistry.
Art and Media Referenced:
Cover Art: Still shot from "Hold Up" from Beyoncé's Lemonade (2016)
Book: Beyonce in Formation: Remixing Black Feminism by Omise'eke Natasha Tinsley
Podcast: "The Juju Podcast" Episode: “Beyonce Took Me to the River (An Ode to Lemonade)”
Music Albums: Lemonade Beyoncé (2016)
Music Videos: "With Me" by Destiny’s Child (1998)
T-Shirt: Society of Fat Mermaids
My Mermaid Research: Jalondra Davis' engaged scholar project
