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All Over the Place with Dara Starr Tucker
All Over the Place with Dara Starr TuckerEP 45 | Challenging Gender Norms with Khadija MboweSend a textKhadija Mbowe has established themselves as one of the leading commentators on YouTube on the topics of feminism, intersectionality and gender norms. Their long form video essays interrogate pop culture from a unique lens - bringing humor and insight to otherwise difficult subject matters. Khadija and I stumbled into this conversation about their process of understanding their identity as gender nonbinary, and how race, religion and culture have affected that process. Find Khadijah on YouTube  at  Khadija MboweThis Ability PodcastReal stories, advocacy, and inclusion from the di...
2024-06-241h 04HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"Never Standing Still" w. Terence BlanchardOn the final episode of our series, host Khadija Mbowe is joined by the renowned trumpet player and composer Terence Blanchard. Hear the pair talk like two old friends as they get real about everything from their experiences navigating the opera world to the power that sharing an article has to convey fatherly love. Get Tickets To See Terence Blanchard Live in Philly on April 7, 2024!https://www.ensembleartsphilly.org/events-and-tickets/2023-24/kcp/terence-blanchard/Music from this episode:BLANCHARD  - "Opening Credits," Malcolm X  BLANCHARD - "Peculiar Gra...
2024-04-0533 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"The Enduring Legacy of Marian Anderson" w. J’Nai BridgesTwo-time Grammy-winning mezzo-soprano, Curtis Institute of Music graduate, and former varsity basketball captain J’Nai Bridges joins host Khadija Mbowe for a free-flowing conversation about her wide-ranging musical influences, structured systems for success, and the public humiliation that (inadvertently) led to her becoming a star. In February 2024, Bridges joined The Philadelphia Orchestra to announce the upcoming rededication of its home inside the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts as Marian Anderson Hall. It will be the first major concert venue in the world to honor the late performer and trailblazer.Chapters:[00:00-2:59] Ge...
2024-03-0829 minMalcriada Thoughts
Malcriada ThoughtsFemme Escapism: Our Fascination with Fictional CharactersAnime characters, dissociation, and hope? Notes & shout outs: Angie Marie https://www.tiktok.com/@angie__mariie?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  Shanspeare Shanspeare - YouTube Khadija Mbowe Khadija Mbowe - YouTube Locatora Radio  Locatora Radio Ayandastood Creations — ayandastood Articles on Escapism with a Hyperindividualist lens Why Escapism can be Harmful (welldoing.org)   Escapism and Contemporary Life | Psychology Today Book on Escapism with a more holistic lens  https...
2024-02-1445 minThe Bechdel Cast
The Bechdel CastSave the Last Dance with Khadija MboweOn this episode, Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Khadija Mbowe learn some new dance moves and discuss Save the Last Dance. Follow Khadija at @khadija.mbowe on IG and TikTok, @KhadijaMbowe on YouTube, and check out @operatikaevents on IG  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-081h 49HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"Bootcamp, Breath, & Beyoncé" w. Na'Zir McFaddenA candid conversation between host Khadija Mbowe and 23-year-old Detroit Symphony Orchestra assistant conductor, Na'Zir McFadden. You'll hear about his collaborative conducting style, day-in-the-life, and deep Philly roots.   Music from this episode: STRAUSS, Also sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30 (Opening), Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Na’Zir McFadden, conductor. COLRIDGE-TAYLOR,  African Suite: Danse Nègre, Detroit Symphony Youth Orchestra, Na’Zir McFadden, conductor. HOLST, The Planets, Op. 32, Detroit Symphony Orchestra Na’Zir McFadden, conductor.Links from this episode:Nazir McFadden's Website: https://www.nazirmcfadden.com/What is "The Hiv...
2023-12-1521 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"People weren't prepared" — Judith Still and Dr. Guthrie Ramsey on William Grant StillMusic historian, pianist, composer, and the Edmund J. and Louise W. Kahn Term Professor of Music at the University of Pennsylvania Dr. Guthrie Ramsey joins Judith Anne Still, daughter of the late composer William Grant Still, to discuss her father’s life and music, how his experiences as a Black man informed his compositions, and how, despite his many “firsts,” his music was largely unrecognized until recently. Music from this episode: STILL, Symphony No. 4 (“Autochthonous”), The Philadelphia OrchestraSTILL, Out of the Silence, First Philadelphia Orchestra performances, Jeffrey Khaner, fluteLinks...
2023-10-2022 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"We're involved whether we like it or not" w. respectfulchildOn our season finale, interdisciplinary artist respectfulchild (they/them) shares a frank discussion with host Khadija Mbowe about their creative journey of experimentation and discovery. Born in Canada to Chinese-Malaysian parents, early on, respectfulchild yearned to defy expectations as a classical music student. Today, their compositions and artwork are a vehicle to imagine, discover, and occupy altogether new ways of being. Chapters:[00:00] Introduction - what's in a name? [04:35]  Early musical influences  [09:13]  Expectations of people with Asian heritage in classical music[14:22]  Finding spiritual connection through creating interactive art [22:43]  Upcoming album...
2023-05-0529 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"Pantsed by the ancestors" w. Ian CussonIan Cusson celebrates deep questions and despises stereotypes. is In this episode, you'll hear the sought-after Indigenous (Georgian Bay Métis Community) and French Canadian composer share a candid conversation with host Khadija Mbowe, digging into his experiences of privilege, shame, and one anecdote of sweet, swift, cosmic justice.  Chapters:[00:00] Introduction [02:49] Métis community influence on Ian's artistic approach today [10:00] Navigating indigenous heritage and Western religion will be a lifelong process  [16:50] The privilege and shame of being "white-passing"[25:16] Becoming better by making art  [34:23] In-depth lightning round bonus!
2023-04-0738 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast“We need to stop cosplaying as elites” w. Mari Esabel ValverdeMari Esabel Valverde is an award-winning composer of choral music and among the leading voices in American choral composition today.  In addition to instructing high schoolers in classical voice, she has specialized in working with transgender vocalists like herself.  In this episode, you'll hear Mari tell host Khadija Mbowe about how she learned to overcome self-doubt, why "respect" is a trap, and why she loves icy people as much as she loves icy weather. Chapters:[01:53] Identifying opportunities for progress [04:31] Unpacking the term "Latinx," and low representation in the American Choral Directors Association (AC...
2023-03-0334 minThe Mothership Podcast
The Mothership PodcastRelationship Advice 2 (ft. Khadija Mbowe & Tara Mooknee)In this episode, Space Ninja and the Commander take a backseat to have Khadija Mbowe and Tara Mooknee join for some relationship advice!
2023-02-051h 00HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"All our stories have songs" w. Babatunde Akinboboye (PART 1)Babatunde Akinboboye, known online as @babatundehiphopera, became a viral sensation when he started blending his lifelong love of hip-hop with his budding interest in opera. Today, he's built a multi-faceted career that gives him the best of the concert hall and the digital stage.  In this candid convo with host Khadija Mbowe, Babatunde talks about overcoming preconceived notions, stepping into his full identity through music, and feeling profound, glowing alignment.  Chapters:[00:00] Introduction[01:22 ] How Babatunde parlayed his love of hip-hop into singing opera, and viral content.[04:22] Cross-cultural upbringing[05:20] Getting pe...
2023-02-0334 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"A bop is a bop," w. Babatunde Akinboboye (PART 2)This one's for the music lovers! Tune in to hear Babatunde Akinboboye tell host Khadija Mbowe about his favorite music, stick around to hear them wax philosophical about training, technology, and the importance of feeling music viscerally.    Chapters: [00:26] Babatunde's 5 favorite hip-hop artists[6:18] Babatunde's 5 favorite arias [08:00] How training threatened to erode Babatunde's relationship with music [11:09] The threat (or lack thereof) from AI technologyMusic and artists mentioned in this episode: Snoop DoggBusta Rhymes2PacEminemDr.Dre (The Chronic)Ludacris Queen of the Night (The Magic Flute)  Largo al fac...
2023-02-0315 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastBONUS: In-Depth Lightning Round with Theo Baer (aka iT Boy)Who makes you laugh?Cataclysm sentence?Skill you wish you had?Song you wish you'd written?Worst advice?The Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.
2023-01-0602 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"Mennonites love music" with Theo Baer (aka iT Boy)Theo Baer aka iT Boy is a Brooklyn-based composer of music that has, at various times, been described as  "experimental," "thoughtful," and "cosmic." In this discussion with host Khadija Mbowe, Theo reflects on the influences that brought him here; starting with a childhood growing up as the adopted child of Mennonite missionaries, walking a tightrope between his prodigious musical gifts and the persistence of low expectations— all the while navigating an evolving queer identity.  Chapters:[2:04] The inextricability of music to Theo's identity   [3:56] The good and bad of working with(in) mu...
2023-01-0624 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastBONUS: In-Depth Lightning Round with Tailinh AgoyoWho makes you laugh?Cataclysm sentence?Skill you wish you had?Song you wish you'd written?Worst advice?The Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.
2022-12-0205 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast"What was the REAL reason?" with Tailinh AgoyoTailinh Agoyo is an award-winning multi-disciplinary artist, TV and film actor, and co-founding director of We Are the Seeds, an organization that amplifies and uplifts Indigenous voices through the arts in an effort to reverse the erasure of native people in Philadelphia and the nation. In this candid conversation with host Khadija Mbowe, you'll hear about how We Are The Seeds is rooted in Tailinh's upbringing alongside her father's artistic career, her experiences attending an Ivy League college, and how she navigated a career in '90s Hollywood. Chapters:[1:58] Tailinh Agoyo is all of...
2022-12-0238 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastBONUS: In-Depth Lightning Round with Karen SlackWho makes you laugh?Cataclysm sentence?Skill you wish you had?Song you wish you'd written?Worst advice?The Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.
2022-11-0407 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast“If I’m not what you want, go find what you need…" with Karen SlackNew host Khadija Mbowe is joined by esteemed soprano Karen Slack for a no-holds-barred conversation about excellence, expectations, and self-esteem. Chapters:[03:25] Fairytale love story[05:19] Music in the household[07:29] Veterinary dreams[8:27] Journey into classical through CAPA (Creative and Performing Arts High School)[14:11] Undiagnosed learning challenges[15:07] The double-edged sword of winning the Rosa Ponselle scholarship [18:45] Approach to mentorship[27:09] See the need, fill the need [29:03] #KikiKonversations[33:14] Who heals the healers; unrealistic expectations placed on black women[36:49] The...
2022-11-0440 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER Podcast“Change is uncomfortable…but give me a chance,” with Khadija MboweSeason 3 of the HearTOGETHER podcast opens with a passing of the torch as Executive Producer Tori Marchiony interviews incoming host, Khadija Mbowe. Khadija is a socio-cultural content creator, classically trained soprano, and self-described loving provocateur. In this episode, you’ll hear about Khadija’s cross-continental upbringing, musical evolution, why they made a sharp turn away from the opera world, and much more. Chapters:[07:03] Khadija's cross-continental upbringing[08:48] Khadija's journey into music[16:57] Facing impossible comparisons[23:46] Marigold Music Program[28:13] The messiness of newnessMusic from this episode:Owe...
2022-10-0731 minPress START
Press STARTEpisode 36: Podcast Simulator (feat. Nia and Cori from COMMNTD)Tori and Noah are joined this week by Cori and Nia from COMMNTD for a fun conversation about games we love, K-Dramas and lots more.  THINGS MENTIONED:  Noah Samson on YouTube. FD Signifier on YouTube. Khadija Mbowe on YouTube. Shrine of Cards on itch.io. You can listen to COMMNTD wherever you find podcasts and check the show out on Twitter and Tiktok.  Our cool sounds and intro/outro music are by GEIST and our show art is by Kai at Wisp Graphics. We curate you...
2022-08-151h 06Leftover Millennials
Leftover MillennialsEpisode 8: RENAISSANCE (with Travis Davis)UNIQUE.In this episode we have Khadija's editor, Travis (a fellow B stan), joining us to discuss our favourite tracks off of Renaissance, where we were when we heard the album for the first time, the Kelis controversy, how Beyoncé's Birkins in storage triggered the white luxury fashion community, and how this album has instantly solidified its iconic status in music history.This album is for the stans.We also get to answer some questions sent over to theleftovermillennials@gmail.com -- feel free to shoot us a message -- maybe you'll h...
2022-08-112h 03Podussy with Big Fat Gorilla
Podussy with Big Fat Gorilla5: My Problem With ''That Girl'' And Debunking Toxic Diet CultureIn this episode big fat gorilla discusses the ‘’That Girl’’ trend on Tik Tok. On Tik Tok we need to stay critical on the footage that is shown to us. Big Fat Gorilla breaks down who that girl is and what that girl stands for.That Girl involves a lot of overwhelming routines and toxic diet culture. Big Fat Gorilla will debunks these diet rules and tells her opinion about this specific fitness industry.In her opinion, That Girl promotes herself as someone that is all about balance, but why is only one lifestyle shown and only...
2022-07-0635 minLeftover Millennials
Leftover MillennialsEpisode 6: Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter: Our Anti-Capitalist Billionaire QueenDoms... to the back? Release your trade? This one is a long love letter to the Beyhive. When WILL part 2 of Telephone happen? Did that lighting tech really get fired on the IASFWT? We discuss our favourite album (Correction: B'Day was actually made in 3 weeks, not 2 months), what Break My Soul means to us, and the sheer drive of a fixated Virgo.  We also all share a Scorpio moon?  We also get to answer some questions sent over to theleftovermillennials@gmail.com -- feel free to shoot us a message -- maybe you'll have a potential episode id...
2022-06-291h 50Leftover Millennials
Leftover MillennialsEpisode 3: Friendships (and Breakups)This week, Khadija and I discuss shadow work, their friendship (and villain?) origin story, managing your expectations in friendships, and going through the inevitable friend break up. We explore situations where we've had to come to terms with friendship loss within the Khadija and Denny multiverse, and how loss and grief affects everyone differently. Furthermore, we'd like to extend an apology for all the wine-induced wheezing and incoherent squealing which may or may not be cries for help.Follow us at @khadija.mbowe and @pockypapi on Instagram!Please subscribe and rate us on Spotify, Apple...
2022-05-3156 min3 girls and a mic
3 girls and a micRedefining LoveInspired by Khadija Mbowe's video analysis of Netflix's The Ultimatum, the girls talk about love and possessiveness, hierarchy within love relationships, how the concept of "the one" stems from a scarcity mindset and much more. Cindy also expounds a little more on relationship anarchy, polyamory and ethical non monogamy. (PS// while editing another episode, Cindy mistakenly tampered with this one and deleted a short segment. A really short one, like 1, maybe 2 seconds. My sincerest apologies) Resources:  You don't own your partners 😗 The Ultimatum, love and possession analyzed by Khadija Mbowe The Ultimatum' & Supported Self-Sabotage by Tee Noir  All About Love by be...
2022-05-2440 minLeftover Millennials
Leftover MillennialsEpisode 1: Queers and Astrology (feat. Denny's eczema ASMR)Ah yes, the inaugural episode of Leftover Millennials. In the pilot, Khadija Mbowe (they/them) and Denny Ancheta (he/him) discuss everything from being afflicted with eczema (Aquaphor sponsor us) to one of  their common grounds: being afflicted with having Scorpio moons. Throughout this podcast, they will delve into significant pop culture moments, what it means to have your 30s encroaching (like that mysterious man at the bar who can't stop staring), life tips to make your encroaching 30s easier, and generally just talking shit. Please subscribe and rate us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or wh...
2022-05-0939 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastKeys For Connection : Michelle CannWhere are all the great Black pianists? Michelle Cann is one of the best. And she's determined to help shift the musical landscape to include many more pianists of color in the coming generations. On the season two finale of the HearTOGETHER Podcast, pianist Michelle Cann joins host Tori Marchiony for an intimate conversation about the nature of competition, expressing something transcendent in music, and the importance of mentorship for up-and-comers. MUSIC, performed by Michelle CannBACH, SarabandePRICE, Sonata in E Minor...
2022-05-0634 minGeneración del 22
Generación del 22La Revolución de las RarasEn este episodio normalizamos que la norma no es normal, profundizando sobre el concepto de autenticidad y cuestionando los ideales promovidos por el sistema en este siglo 21: ¿Cuándo y para qué se crearon estos arquetipos de perfección? ¿Qué impacto tienen en nuestro desarrollo personal y social? ¿Sabemos diferenciar lo que somos del condicionamiento aprendido? ¿Qué pasa cuando practicas una parte de tu autenticidad que contradice la normatividad establecida?... Nuestras hermanas del siglo 22 ya han respondido a estas y otras preguntas, así que te contamos cómo viven ellas sus diferencias y cómo han logrado entender, observando a la Naturalez...
2022-04-1959 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastPracticing Liberation : inti figgis vizuetaWhat do you do to survive? For inti figgis-vizueta, making music inside traditional institutions felt like trying to put a square peg into a round hole– painful, and fruitless. So, she eschewed the status quo and focused on embracing the angles that made her unique. On this episode of the HearTOGETHER podcast, NYC-based composer inti figgis-vizueta speaks with host Tori Marchiony about her early ambitions for a 9-5 in science, the communities and identities that inform her work today, and her hopes and fears for the next generation of music-makers. Mus...
2022-04-0129 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastConducting With Empathy: Lina González GranadosWhat role does empathy play in your life? For Lina González-Granados, it’s a core value for daily living, as well as a musical superpower that’s been instilled in her artistic practice by more than one mentor.On this episode of the HearTOGETHER Podcast, conductor Lina González-Granados joins host Tori Marchiony for a heartfelt interview about what it took to follow her dreams across the world, her status as a high-profile Latina in classical music, and how the pandemic has shifted her priorities. Music in this e...
2022-03-0432 minInside Vancouver Opera
Inside Vancouver OperaHonouring Black History Month: In conversation with Othalie Graham and Jonelle SillsInside Vancouver Opera honours Black History Month with an illuminating and candid conversation with two exemplary Black Canadian sopranos – Othalie Graham and Jonelle Sills, who recently were part of our performance of Cavalleria Rusticana In Concert.  The conversation delves into the question of race and representation in opera, and features the hard-won insights of both Othalie and Jonelle’s experience of being a Black singer in today’s world. We are also proud to amplify the following non-exhaustive list curated by Jonelle Sills of incredible Black Canadian singers working in our sector: Andrew Adrigde (https://www.instagr...
2022-02-2428 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastFrom Programming to Progress: MLK Day Live RecordingReflections on programming, progress, "the American dream," and more! On January 17th, 2022, as part of The Philadelphia Orchestra's annual day of free community programming in observance of Martin Luther King Jr day, an audience gathered in the Perelman Theater at The Kimmel Center for From Programming to Progress, a live panel discussion with pianist Michelle Cann, Juilliard ethnomusicology professor Dr. Fredara Hadley, and music directoress of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church and CEO of Next Step Associates, Dr. Cassandra Jones, plus a spotlight interview with Andrea Custis (CEO, Urban League Philadelphia).  NOTE: In this e...
2022-02-181h 05Melanin on the Mic
Melanin on the Micis she really your favourite black girl ?Kia Ora e te whānau! In this weeks episode we introduce a discussion surrounding colourism, texturism, and featurism. We are stoked to be able to discuss these often dismissed topics on our pod and we hope to continue this conversation further. Our main focus for our first part of this conversation majorly focuses on palatable media and how these forms of racism play a huge role in the media you intake. The youtubers mentioned are Khadija Mbowe https://www.youtube.com/c/KhadijaMbowe and Amandamaryanna https://www.youtube.com/c/amandamaryanna . Please go check out their awesome content a...
2022-02-1333 minConfrontational Millennials
Confrontational MillennialsYour Black History Month HomeworkYay or Nay (but only news about black people)  Black Creators you should follow:  TikTok:  @Kahlilgreene, @theconsciouslee, @isabelleleeanne, @tjasminesgarden23, @abnshark901, @ebonie_qt, @d0nnaallseeingeye, @kitarose_ @terrykaye, @glam_melanin, @jazmynjw, @mike.dynamo, @daturajonez, @ideffoverthink, @chef_joely, @twellis Youtube:  Intexual Media, For Harriet, Khadija Mbowe, Medina Pendulum, F.D Signifier,  Instagram:  @thesamurider @blackforager Books:  https://www.vogue.com/article/9-writers-book-recommendations-for-black-history-month https://www.shondaland.com/inspire/books/g30771264/must-read-books-black-history-month/ B...
2022-02-072h 41HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastTelling Stories That Matter: Charlotte Blake Alston, American GriotWhich stories are worth repeating? This question has driven storyteller, narrator, and longtime Philadelphia Orchestra collaborator Charlotte Blake Alston throughout her more than 30-year career. On this episode of the HearTOGETHER Podcast, American griot Charlotte Blake Alston joins host Tori Marchiony for a candid conversation about her transition from being a teacher to a full-time creative, the pillars of her craft, and her responsibility to honesty as a steward of both African-American and African folktales and lived histories.MUSIC: DVORAK, Symphony No.9Th...
2022-02-0428 minThat\'s a Thing?!
That's a Thing?!CensorSHIPHere are some of the things we mentioned in this episode:   Susan Sontag’s Notes On “Camp”Or a six-minute explainer if you don’t have the time The shortcomings of CinemaSins The even-shorter-comings of Nostalgia Critic About KiwiFarms, one of the most unpleasant sites on the surface web Interview with the creator of Leave Britney Alone A case study for toxic anti-fandom behaviour: gamergate Callback to a long-ago episode where we talked about shipping A look at both sides of the shipping warAnd a look at the history of purity culture in fandom Twitter thread on disinterpretation And a video...
2022-02-0156 minpour me a glass
pour me a glasson privilege: an uncomfortable yet necessary conversationon a more serious note this week, feli and annabelle dive into all things privilege. a conversation that is hard to have but beyond necessary. we talk about all the privileges we are lucky enough to have and some others we can only see from afar. from citizenship privilege, to pretty privilege, join us on this chaotic but vulnerable episode while we explore our own consciousness. Khadija Mbowe on Pretty Privilege our instagram @pourmeaglasspod dm's are open for your thoughts! join us every thursday for more thoughts you've been ghosting drmers...
2022-01-271h 03HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastComposing Across Cultures - Reena EsmailWhat does “home” sound like to you? For composer Reena Esmail, this was a question of invention, not recollection. Today, she is celebrated for the seamless interplay between her Western and Hindustani influences in her music, but her journey through craft, culture, and creativity was winding and often treacherous. In this episode of HearTOGETHER, composer Reena Esmail joins host Tori Marchiony for a heartfelt conversation about growing up between two cultures and two religions, the toxicity of competition, and the importance of constantly challenging her own worldview. Music in this episode:ESMAIL, Piano...
2022-01-0735 minQueerWOC
QueerWOCEp 107: Twenty Twenty DONEDr. Money is back for the final QueerWOC episode of 2021! Money talks things that happened this year that she appreciates, how to share with a friend without overwhelming them, and queer femme fashion. Khadija Mbowe is QueerPOC of the week. Intro by @truthizmagic Transition and outro by @abundanc3beats https://songwhip.com/abundanc3beats/lotus-tape-vol-1 https://songwhip.com/abundanc3beats/drift-wood Where to find us: IG & Twitter - @queerwocpod FB - https://www.facebook.com/QueerWOCpod/ Tumblr - www.QueerWOC.com Contribute to QueerWOC via CashApp: $QueerWOCPod Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/queerwocpod Use the hashtag #QueerWOC to...
2021-12-2358 minMy Bad Poetry
My Bad PoetryPoem of 12/19/05 (These Words...)A fifteen-year old Aaron lamented that these words would not be heard.  Dave and Aaron may lament the opposite... My Bad Poetry Episode 18: Poem of 12/19/05 (These Words...) End Poem from a Real Poet: "Life of a Writer" by Jalynn Harris  Video Essay referenced in the Audio Footnote: "Who's afraid of Lil Nas X?" by Khadija Mbowe Podcast Email: mybadpoetry.thepodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @MyBadPoetryThe1 Website: https://www.podpage.com/my-bad-poetry/
2021-12-2026 minThe ThoughtStretchers Podcast
The ThoughtStretchers PodcastTranscending Racism With The Theory Of RacelessnessDrew Perkins talks with Dr. Sheena Mason about her Theory of Racelessness, upcoming book, and ways in which changing our understanding of race is key to transcending racism. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode: theoryofracelessness.org @Racelessness, @SheenaMasonPhD Can we ever stop "obsessing" over race? Theory of Racelessness explained | Khadija Mbowe Bertrand Cooper: Who Actually Gets to Create Black Pop Culture? Racecraft: The Soul of Inequality in American Life Newsweek: Undoing Racism Means Undoing Race | Opinion Visit wegrowteachers.com for more info on our workshops and services.
2021-12-172h 18Colored Pages Book Club
Colored Pages Book ClubOcean Vuong‘s ”On Earth We‘re Briefly Gorgeous” Part 1Hello, colorful cast of characters! Welcome back to another episode of this syncopated sound wave masquerading as a podcast. That's right, join the usual crew of Marci and Ako as they discuss part one of the poetic, beautiful, and perhaps... gorgeous queer Vietnamese-American novel "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" by Ocean Vuong! A couple of trigger warnings off the top- this book discusses the following: war, rape and sexual assault, child abuse, bullying, racism, and a particularly intense instance of animal cruelty. Please take care while listening. Intro - 00:00:10 - 00:14:00 Summary - 00:14:16 - 00:38:14
2021-12-171h 27The Colored Pages Book Club
The Colored Pages Book ClubOcean Voung's "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" Part IHello, colorful cast of characters! Welcome back to another episode of this syncopated sound wave masquerading as a podcast. That's right, join the usual crew of Marci and Ako as they discuss part one of the poetic, beautiful, and perhaps... gorgeous queer Vietnamese-American novel "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" by Ocean Vuong!A couple of trigger warnings off the top- this book discusses the following: war, rape and sexual assault, child abuse, bullying, racism, and a particularly intense instance of animal cruelty. Please take care while listening.Intro - 00:00:10 - 00:14:00Summary - 00:14:16 - 00:38:14
2021-12-161h 27Player 2 Has Entered the Podcast
Player 2 Has Entered the PodcastGotta Go Fast With The Rundown!Fun episode this week! We get to rap about Geoff Keighley's "The Game Commercials" and there were some awards there too, Mike has a story of intrigue and murder while playing Among Us, we both watched good and bad tv shows, and Cowboy Bebop got canceled! Phew! It's been a week and it was a thing! Sit back and let us tell you all about it and if you dig it, share around with your friends! Games Discussed: Among Us, Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Lawn Mowing Sim...
2021-12-121h 21HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastClaiming Space, Defying Expectations- The Honourable Elizabeth A. BakerHow do you honor the multitudes you contain?  The Honorable Elizabeth A. Baker makes space for all that she is by eschewing conventional categorizations and creating art that follows her own curiosities, not the latest trends. In this episode of HearTOGETHER, new renaissance artist The Honorable Elizabeth A. Baker joins host Tori Marchiony for a candid conversation about self-definition, collaborating with nature, what it takes to truly improvise, and more. Music in this episode:Three Compositions for Piano and Electronics, I. Out of Season,  {a series of strange narratives}Field St...
2021-12-0334 minPOPa-me
POPa-me1x10 - Episódio 10 - Redes Sociais! (Instagram & Twitter)Olá, somos a Sara Raquel e o Nuno Miguel e este é o POPa-me, o vosso podcast semanal de cultura pop. No POPa-me iremos abordar um tema novo todas as quintas-feiras. 🎙 O décimo episódio é sobre… redes sociais (Twitter & Instagram)! 📱💻 Neste episódio, falamos do estilo da Graça Freitas, temos o Nuno a aproveitar um momento de pesquisa da Sara para citar Cock Destroyers e, voltamos, como de costume, a escatologia. #AquelaMerdaVaiLactar. Notas do episódio: Twitter do André Nóbrega (@anobrega85) O video da Khadija Mbowe sobre “instagram face”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e...
2021-12-0232 minMake Out Already
Make Out AlreadyLe Jambon de L’ètranger: “Just My Luck”Hi Smooches! On this episode, we are throwing it back to my senior year of high school to recap “Just My Luck,” a magical-ish rom-com starring Lindsay Lohan and our most neglected but still beloved Chris, Chris Pine. Stick around until the end, when we have our most ridiculous divination session ever using a mix of our usual tarot cards plus the Cards Against Humanity: Absurd deck. Spoilers ahead! Stuff to check out: “The Rise of the Slim-Thick Influencer” video essay by Khadija Mbowe talks about current beauty standards and the BBL trend: https://youtu.be/H69-QpX-wG0 Cards Against Humanity...
2021-11-1658 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastAmplifying Joy, Pursuing Justice- Lara DownesDo you think of "doing the right thing" as fun and joyful? Lara Downes does. In this episode of HearTOGETHER, pianist and podcast host (NPR's Amplify) Lara Downes joins host Tori Marchiony for an intimate conversation about growing up as an American abroad, exploring her identity through music, and expanding the cannon to create a more inclusive and vibrant future for concert music. You'll hear about her youth mentorship series, My Promise Project, her ambitious venture to create new recordings of works by Black composers, Rising Sun, and more.  Music in this episode: ...
2021-11-0534 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastBONUS: Lara Downes on Performative ActivismThe Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.
2021-11-0503 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastBONUS: Maverick, Not "Marginalized" Composers -Lara DownesThe Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.
2021-11-0501 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastActing On Good "IDEAS" - Matías TarnopolskyWhat does it take for a 120-year old institution to change? President and CEO of The Philadelphia Orchestra, Matías Tarnopolsky, is determined to find out. In this episode,  hear the veteran arts administrator reflect on the hectic year that saw concert halls close, but made hearts and minds open in new ways. In this candid conversation with host Tori Marchiony, Matías talks about why institutions like his can't sidestep social issues, what blind auditions miss, and the "universal values" that drive him. Music in this episode: PRICE Piano Conce...
2021-09-3017 minThoughts of a TechnoWizard
Thoughts of a TechnoWizardJust chatting - Anarchy, Hip-hop, Race, Productivity, and so on...I chat about various things on my mind: vaccines, malatasta, FD Signifiers video on Kanye and Kayfabe, Khadija Mbowe's video on race, Zoe Baker's video on the anarchist Malatasta, and so much more....
2021-09-2836 minSimply Do The Work
Simply Do The WorkEP 27: Shouldn't Christians be woke?In this episode (recorded in July 2021) I will be responding to an article that claims Christians should not engage social justice work and I question what does justice really look like.  Podcast episode mentioned: https://anchor.fm/simplysifiso/episodes/EP-23-A-Living-Sacrifice-for-Justice-e14klmr Videos by Khadija Mbowe: Critical Race Theory (a beginner's beginner guide) | Khadija Mbowe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK4DqtXu7uA Who benefits from all this outrage & division? | Pop-Culture analysis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3mmg4bEQeQ Check out my YouTube c...
2021-09-2624 minOnly The Bold
Only The BoldQueers, Karens, Colorism, & a Major Youtube BlowupREBROADCAST EP 035 w/ Khadija Mbowe (she/they) @khadija.mbowe  the artist and content creator taking Youtube by storm talks with Gia about a lot of topics. Namely, how internet culture can be used as a tool to better understand our history, racism, colorism, tropes, and how to critically analyze the media we're consuming, even if we still love it. They talk about queerness and how it's evolved over the last decade to shape our relationship to our identities and how using 'she/they' as pronouns can reflect a more nuanced understanding of how womanhood is d...
2021-09-162h 05Hypothetically 201FM
Hypothetically 201FMBroadcast 16: BlackfishingHello, dear listeners! This episode is something of a continuation of our previous conversation about AAVE, bringing forth points about Blackfishing, Blackface, and the disturbing phenomenon of non-Black folks using Black aesthetics as social currancy.Tune in on September 18th for our next episode!Intro music by Collin CharlesOutro music by Jack TheilingSound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comProduced by: Symone Holmes and Natalia W-Marcu, with special thanks to Jordan TaitArtwork by: Symone Holmes and Natalia W-MarcuEdited...
2021-09-071h 18Hypothetically 201FM
Hypothetically 201FMBroadcast 15: AAVE and Co-Opting the Black AestheticHello, dear listeners! This slightly delayed upload covers the misuse of AAVE, a subject inspired by the recent (and disasterous) "Gen Z Hospital" SNL sketch. Symone and Nat dive into a brief history of African-American Vernacular, speak on their own encounters with the misappropriation, touch briefly on the rules of the language and read some hilarious AAVE Struggle Tweets. We hope you enjoy the show!Tune in on September 10th/11th for our next episode!Intro music by Collin CharlesOutro music by Jack TheilingSound effects...
2021-08-241h 13Watch The Film With Us
Watch The Film With UsDiversity in the Superhero Genre | Black Panther Part 3Send a textWhen Black Panther was first released in theatres, critics and audiences applauded it for being a big step forward in diversity in the superhero genre. How has the superhero genre evolved since then? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about how the media shapes our conversations about diversity in the superhero genre. We also chat about why diversifying film criticism is important and what we, as audiences, can do to hear different opinions about film.References:Khadija Mbowe “Color-blind vs. Identity-conscious casting and ex...
2021-08-1933 minThe Escafil Files
The Escafil FilesThe Departure Part 5Episode Notes Book-specific Content Warnings: depersonalization (lost in morph), injured children, ableism/anti-blind/anti-Deaf, survival situations, child Controller, (wild) animal attacks, depression (and descriptions of) General Content Warnings: mind control, paranoia, graphic descriptions of bodily harm, body horror, death, violence against children-who-are-in-the-bodies-of-animals, existential horror, war, dehumanization, and children in peril Khadija Mbowe's "Color-blind vs. Identity-conscious casting and examining Hamilton and Malcom & Marie" Khadija Mbowe's "Race-baiting, queer-baiting, colorism, featurism, and performative diversity" Find the podcast @EscafilFiles | Discord Invite Find Danielle @redtailedhawk90 | Find Jade @JadeOxfordRose ...
2021-08-171h 24The Escafil Files
The Escafil FilesThe Departure Part 4Episode Notes Book-specific Content Warnings: depersonalization (lost in morph), injured children, ableism/anti-blind/anti-Deaf, survival situations, child Controller, (wild) animal attacks, depression (and descriptions of) General Content Warnings: mind control, paranoia, graphic descriptions of bodily harm, body horror, death, violence against children-who-are-in-the-bodies-of-animals, existential horror, war, dehumanization, and children in peril Khadija Mbowe's "Color-blind vs. Identity-conscious casting and examining Hamilton and Malcom & Marie" Khadija Mbowe's "Race-baiting, queer-baiting, colorism, featurism, and performative diversity" Find the podcast @EscafilFiles | Discord Invite Find Danielle @redtailedhawk90 | Find Jade @JadeOxfordRose ...
2021-08-1753 minThe Escafil Files
The Escafil FilesThe Departure Part 3Episode Notes Book-specific Content Warnings: depersonalization (lost in morph), injured children, ableism/anti-blind/anti-Deaf, survival situations, child Controller, (wild) animal attacks, depression (and descriptions of) General Content Warnings: mind control, paranoia, graphic descriptions of bodily harm, body horror, death, violence against children-who-are-in-the-bodies-of-animals, existential horror, war, dehumanization, and children in peril Khadija Mbowe's "Color-blind vs. Identity-conscious casting and examining Hamilton and Malcom & Marie" Khadija Mbowe's "Race-baiting, queer-baiting, colorism, featurism, and performative diversity" Find the podcast @EscafilFiles | Discord Invite Find Danielle @redtailedhawk90 | Find Jade @JadeOxfordRose ...
2021-08-171h 14Sex In The Univercity
Sex In The UnivercityEPISODE 7: The Internet as a Tool for Sex Ed, AKA "This is the hand of satan at work!!" (w/ Sully)WWHOOOOOOOO We're literally back hahaha unintentional summer break check am I right. So happy to present to you this incredible episode that I may or may not have recorded literally over a month ago the first week of July hehe
2021-08-101h 05Queer Bate
Queer BateYour YouTube AuntieQueer Bate goes north of the boarder to Canada for this weeks guest. Khadija Mbowe hosts a scholarly YouTube channel that will have you thinking, laughing, and feeling the love. Khadija Mbowe YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dijybaby Khadija Mbowe Website: https://www.khadijambowe.com/ Khadija Mbowe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khadija.mbowe/ --- 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/charlyc2c/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/charlyc2c/support
2021-07-081h 00schwankveiber
schwankveiberDie Muse - #10Der schwankveiber-Podcast ist mit neuem Format zurück! Katron spricht in der 10. Folge mit der großartigen Kulturwissenschhaftlerin Edwina über DIE MUSE. Einst als griechische Schutzgöttinnen der Kultur, scheint heute diese Kategorie ein Beiwagen von patriachalen Erfolgsgeschichten der Kreativität zu sein. Als vermeintlich ehrvoller Begriff, werden eigentlich die ausbeuterischen Bedingungen und romantisierten Realitäten von Frauen* verschleiert. Ob Picasso, Einstein oder Bowie, unzählige „Genies“ haben Frauen als Inspirationen seit Anbeginn der Zeit quer durch alle Kunstformen kreativ verheizt und die angemessenen symbolischen und finanziellen Credits haben sich dabei gleich mit aufgelöst. Obwohl...
2021-06-221h 04HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastRep. Joanna McClintonOn the season finale of HearTOGETHER, PA State Representative and Philly native Joanna McClinton (D)  speaks with host Tori Marchiony about the importance of music, the politics of hair, and how her faith moves her forward and keeps her focused.  MUSIC:WARD, America the Beautiful, The Philadelphia OrchestraTRADITIONAL, Amazing Grace, Jeffrey Lang, Anthony Prisk, & Matthew VaughnTRADITIONAL, Great Day, Julia Li, Chay-Hung Chen & Yumi Kendall  WARREN, Joyful, Joyful, CAPA Choir w/ The Philadelphia OrchestraThanks to consulting producer Sofiya Ballin and audio engineer Teng Chen.The Phi...
2021-06-1629 minThe Avant Inn
The Avant InnEpisode 18: The Avant (Inn)terviews Youtuber Khadija MboweOur best yet.. We had the pleasure to interview Khadija Mbowe on April 24th and it was a raucous, inspiring, and joyful time. Hear in on our saturday morning chat about female representation in the media, 2000's culture, queerness and coming out, and more. We have officially launched our youtube channel, if you like what you heard, please like and subscribe on youtube. If you can, leave a review on Apple Podcast! @theavantinnpodcast on Instagram and Twitter and please follow Khadija on youtube for some amazing content!
2021-05-211h 08WUSSY Movie Club
WUSSY Movie ClubKhadija Mbowe on Black Queerness in Film & TVMovie Club co-host Daniel Shaw is joined by queer YouTuber and digital creator Khadija Mbowe about Black Queerness in fictional characters on film and television. They discuss Lena Waithe, ‘Dear White People’, ‘Moonlight’, ‘Generation’, and more.  WUSSY Movie Club is a weekly roundtable movie podcast with a Queer lens, featuring themed seasons and special interviews with Queer filmmakers. Every Wednesday, a rotating cast of LGBTQIA+ voices will dish on their favorite films of past and present. Join the club and be a part of the discussion! WUSSY Movie Club is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network, host...
2021-05-1929 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastGabriela Lena FrankGabriela Lena Frank, The Philadelphia Orchestra’s composer-in-residence is widely celebrated for exploring her multicultural heritage through her work. On this episode, you'll hear about her path, her position on "identity politics", and how she pays it forward. Learn more about the Gabriela Frank Creative Academy of Music hereMUSIC: FRANK, Leyendas; An Andean Walkabout, Mvt.3  (Philadelphia Orchestra)FRANK, Concertino Cusequeño  (Philadelphia Orchestra)HUNT, Climb  (Philadelphia Orchestra)FRANK, Leyendas; An Andean Walkabout, Mvt.4  (Philadelphia Orchestra)Hosted by Tori Marchiony. Thanks to Consulting Producer, Sofiya Ballin and Audio Engineer, Teng Chen. The Phila...
2021-05-1929 minThe Numerology Podcast
The Numerology PodcastThe Numerology Forecast for May 2021Every month has a unique global vibration that we all get influenced by. Listen in to hear what May has in store for you. Get ready for Taurus season and see what extra oracle card magic we cover in this episode! Hosted by Professional Numerologist Novalee Wilderwww.novaleewilder.comwww.thenumerologypodcast.comRead the book: A Little bit of Numerology@novaleewilder@thenumerologypodcastGrandma Baby's Black Gold Lenormand deckGrandma Baby's InstagramKhadija Mbowe Youtube Support the showSupport the show (https://www.b...
2021-05-1407 miniSPeaks
iSPeaksOnJustice - Representation of Black Culture in Media - Episode 6The articulate Lauren takes over this episode to help us understand the importance of representing black culture (among many others!) in the media.  Vincent, from @resetrevolution, stepped in to interview Lauren; the @resetrevolution X @onjustice collaboration was a success and we look forward to working together in the future! Enjoy this episode and the many associated resources we've curated for you! J Lisle Writes - https://youtu.be/ACu4LacC2m8    Tee Noir - https://youtu.be/Gwll_a3XphU AND https://youtu.be/0LVe9CELws4 Khadija Mbowe...
2021-05-1125 minCOLOUR OUT THE BOX
COLOUR OUT THE BOXMade in the Diaspora & Managing a PR Crisis Feat: Ronke Lawal @ronkelawal, PR Consultant & Founder of @ariatuPR#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by guest Ronke Lawal, PR and Communications Specialists. This week we talk creativity and explore the culture. * MAIN TOPIC: Ronke talks about dealing with a PR crisis, old tweets, brand miss-steps and the right way to make a public apology. Listener Warning and timestamp: (12:00) to (17:30) we touch upon the recent Noel Clarke sexual harassment allegations in the media industry. Daniel Kaluuya Oscar Win and Diaspora Identity: Is his award a win for Black Brits or his home country of Uganda? Can we claim our pare...
2021-05-031h 05HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastMental Health MattersSheryl Lee Ralph didn't always see a therapist. But from a young age, she was encouraged to speak her struggles aloud. "You go to church, you find the right minister and you talk about it."In this special HearTOGETHER Bonus Clip, Ralph and her husband, PA State Senator Vincent Hughes, talk about their own mental health journeys, and their fight to end the stigma around mental health care. Mental Health Resources MUSIC: Dvořák Symphony No.9, “from The New World,”  The Philadelphia OrchestraHosted by Tori Marchiony. Mixed by Teng ChenThe P...
2021-05-0109 minCulture Hang
Culture HangRemember When Best Pop Culture Moment Season 1In our season finale of Remember When, we look over all the pop culture moments from the season to decide, once and for all, what is the BEST pop culture moment presented to us! A massive thank you to all our wonderful guests on this season! Go check our their fabulous and free content across the internet! Khadija Mbowe, their main channel, singing channel, website, paypal and instagram! Hannah, Summer and Jaylan from thelittlewomenpodcast, go support their instagram and donate! Amanda, Hannah and Shay from grinandshareitpodcast! Deb and Nina...
2021-04-3017 minEdgy (but like make it) Gay
Edgy (but like make it) Gay#2 I only use white, grey, and black crayons (ft. Mike)My parents used to tell me that white people are the best kind of people and that I should strive to be just as good as they are. Obviously, that sparked a storm of internalized racism within me, which I'm still trying to get out of. This episode, I brought my boyfriend, Mike, along to talk about racially charged topics, colorism, digital blackface, and racism within the gay community.Khadija Mbowe's channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/KhadijaMbowePhoto description: Seven-year-old me in one of the many drawing competitions I participated in.
2021-04-2837 minWhat Would Danbury Do?
What Would Danbury Do?So Bad, But He Does It So WellWelcome to Season Three of What Would Danbury Do... All Bridgerton. All the time.This episode of What Would Danbury Do is brought to you by Ella Quinn’s latest novel The Most Eligible Viscount in London, a regency romance about what happens when you think too much with your head...and not enough with your heart. With a whole host of quirky secondary characters, The Most Eligible Viscount in London is a slow-burn, character-driven, humour-filled novel and it’s available now wherever you buy your romance novels. If you want more information about The Most Eligible Visc...
2021-04-241h 27HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastSheryl Lee Ralph & Senator Vincent HughesEpisode 7 of the HearTOGETHER Podcast from The Philadelphia Orchestra is twice as nice, with star of stage and screen, Sheryl Lee Ralph and longtime Pennsylvania Senator Vincent Hughes. Married for nearly 20 years, the power couple connected early through  their shared commitment to championing positive change (especially in public health). They talk about their first date, what HIV and COVID have in common, how they feel about third party politics, and more. MUSIC KRIEGER & EYAN, "Dreamgirls," Terry Burrell, Loretta Devine & Sheryl Lee Ralph- 1983 MDA Labor Day TelethonFUNG, "Prayer," Philadelphia Orchestra- Upcoming Performance 5/15HIGDON, "Pale Yellow," Barbara Govatos, Hai...
2021-04-2134 minWe Are Dream Chasers!
We Are Dream Chasers!Take Time to Investigate Yourself: With YouTube Star Khadija Mbowe! Episode 18Tune in as Khadija, a star youtuber who recently blew up to 200K subscribers (Ayeee!!), shares her inspirational story of self reflection, self growth, and self discovery. She also gives advice to all dream chasers, telling us all to take the time to investigate ourselves in this fun and powerful interview! If you haven't checked out her channel yet, you are seriously missing out! She tackles tough topics and does powerful video essays and commentary videos. If anything, just check her out to thank her for sharing her story. You won't regret it!Here is the link!https://www.youtube...
2021-04-0850 minBrews & Reviews
Brews & ReviewsBrew 14: Let’s talk: BOOK COVERS!In today’s episode, Jaz and Sharn are talking about all things book covers! From the popular trends they’ve noticed, to movie book covers, to sprayed edges and printed stickers on books, we *cover* it all. See what we did there? 👀 People and things mentioned:  Khadija Mbowe: ‘Race-baiting, queer-baiting, colorism, featurism, and performative diversity’ Guardian article: Why are UK and US book covers different? MPRnews article: UK vs US book covers Books mentioned: The Other F Word - Angie Manfredi Eight Perfect Murders - Peter Swanson The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and the Horse...
2021-04-071h 07#American Shade w/ Brittany King
#American Shade w/ Brittany KingS4: How To Confront Colorism with Khadija MboweYoutuber Khadija Mbowe is a classically-trained opera singer who discusses the western beauty standard's influences on pop-culture, social media and the black diaspora. In this video, Khadija and Brittany hold a candid conversation about the implications of Colorism. Additionally, they discuss how to combat this issue---divulging ways they've dealt with this color prejudice in their lives.
2021-04-0441 minIt\'s In My Queue
It's In My Queue"Lady Whistledown is that B*tch": BridgertonWe discuss the pilot episode of Bridgerton, from how eight children is too many children, to the pitfalls of overbearing older brothers, to the use of modern tropes in a period piece setting.Watch Khadija Mbowe's video about Bridgerton: "Race-baiting, queer-baiting, colorism, featurism, and performative diversity"Find us on Twitter: @inmyqueuepod • @adinaterrific • @karaaa_powellAnd check out our brand new Instagram: @inmyqueuepodor send comments, questions, and show suggestions to us at inmyqueuepod@gmail.com! Subscribe to our newsletter at itsinmyqueue.substack.com.Find us on Twit...
2021-03-312h 04Lit Bae Pod
Lit Bae PodEpisode 7: Such A Fun Age by Kiley ReidThanks for listening to my episode!  Here are some Instagram accounts to follow so you can learn more about the tragedy on March 16, 2021 in Atlanta, GA and how you can help by way of @tlccollective.dc on Instagram: @michellekimkim @ccedla @aapiwomenlead @redcanarysong @napawf @napawfdc @napawf_atl @oakland.rising @stopaapihate Also, another personal favorite of mine is @the.korean.vegan The playlist I made for you is called," A Playlist for U" by Lit Bae on S...
2021-03-2450 minSlim and Thick W.C. Podcast
Slim and Thick W.C. PodcastStudent Loans 101Activation Warning: There is a discussion about poverty and financial insecurity due to specifically student loan debt.  Clip Credit: Khadija Mbowe's The woes of student loan debt  The Slim and Thick Podcast is a space for those in the community. Join two black femmes as they unapologetically take up space to provide knowledge, resources, and dialogue on current important topics. In a recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll it was found that "Americans rank borrowers as having the primary responsibility for fixing the student loan debt crisis, they also support the government pa...
2021-03-231h 03URN
URNThe Film Show - 17/03/2021 - Diversity Festival SpecialWelcome back to the Film Show! On this one we're chatting about the star-studded Armando Iannucci love letter to Dickens: 'The Personal History of David Copperfield' & the new BAFTA nominations! As part of UoN's Diversity Festival we chat a lot about the failings of the film industry in diversifying things in front of and behind the camera and especially in relation to the BAFTA's wonderful push for diversity! We're talking about colour-blind vs identity-conscious casting, rejections of auteur and 'great man' theories, amplifying BIPOC voices & stories using awards and how much we still have to do! ...
2021-03-2052 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastDr. Aaron BeckDr. Aaron (formerly, Eleonora at the time of this recording) Beck is a musicologist who teaches a course on Music and Social Justice at Lewis & Clark College-- but has never been the type to stay locked away in an ivory tower. In this episode, you'll hear Beck talk about fighting for change through music, inside musical institutions, and out on the front lines of protest and policy. Music:BECK, Euridice, MONK, Railroad (Travel Song), Conrad TaoSHOSTAKOVICH, Symphony No.7 Leningrad 4th Movement Part 1, The Philadelphia OrchestraTINDLEY, We Shall Overcome, brass quintet PRICE, Piano Concerto, Philadelphia Orchestra w/ Mic...
2021-03-1730 minPop Culture Diner
Pop Culture DinerS7E11 - Rose Plate Special: Bachelor Matt James – Episode 11Rose Plate Special: Bachelor Matt James – Episode 11 So the finale was really quite something...but mostly nothing. But the After the Final Rose, that's where things really kicked off! I'll let us do the talking, but some resources I mention include: Khadija Mbowe and #Instagramface @accordingtoweeze and grills Khadija Mbowe and the Meghan & Harry interview
2021-03-171h 08Culture Hang
Culture HangWomen Fighting Stereotypes: Sexism, Megan Fox & Serena WilliamsThis week we look back on the ways the sexist media tries to mislabel women in their industry. Hannah discusses the gross and predatory behaviour against Megan Fox and how, when she spoke out against this objectification, she was blacklisted. Holly looks at the racist treatment Serena Williams has recieved and continues to recieve throughout her professional career, including the racist backlash she faced for speaking out against the sexist treatment from the umpire of the 2018 US Open final. We (unfortunately) are still discussing the royal family, Lady Gaga and Adam Driver's on set photos from House of Gucci...
2021-03-161h 30Only The Bold
Only The BoldQueers, Karens, Colorism, & A Major Youtube BlowupEP011 w/ Khadija Mbowe (she/they) @khadija.mbowe  the artist and content creator taking Youtube by storm talks with  Gia about a lot of topics. Namely, how internet culture can be used as a tool to better understand our history, racism, colorism, tropes, and how to critically analyze the media we're consuming, even if we still love it. They talk about queerness and how it's evolved over the last decade to shape our relationship to our identities and how using 'she/they' as pronouns can reflect a more nuanced understanding of how womanhood is defined and who it...
2021-03-112h 06Culture Hang
Culture HangRemember When Beyonce with Khadija MboweWelcome to Remember When, our new minisode where we ask our favourite creators to convince us why their favourite pop culture moment is the BEST pop culture moment! For our first episode, we have the incredibly talented, funny and wise millenial auntie, Khadija Mbowe, taking us through why the 2013 release of Beyonce's self-titled Beyonce visual album not only changed the game for her career, but changed the music scene forever. Please show Khadija all the love on their main channel, singing channel, website, paypal and instagram! Join our Culture Gang! Email us at culturehangpodcast@gmail.c...
2021-03-0525 minPuppies and Crime
Puppies and CrimeFolge 68 - I am somebody: Der Fall Courtney CopelandCourtney Copeland ist 22 und liebt sein Leben. Seine Karriere läuft, er ist beliebt und pflegt eine liebevolle Beziehung zu seiner Familie. Doch als Courtney eines Tages unter ungeklärten Umständen ermordet wird, stehen seine Angehörigen bald vor einer unerträglichen Mauer des Schweigens. Was ist passiert? Wer hat Courtney ermordet? Warum ergeben die Akten so wenig Sinn und warum scheint keiner der zuständigen Polizeibeamten ein Interesse an der Aufklärung des Falles zu haben? Nachtrag: Im der Nachbesprechung zum heutigen Fall, haben wir das Wort Internalisierter Rassimus im Zusammenhang mit weißen Menschen...
2021-03-011h 39HearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastBrandi Waller-PaceThrough her non-profit, Decolonizing the Music Room, Brandi Waller-Pace teaches educators how to create class environments that celebrate, reflect, and speak to Black, brown, Indigenous, and Asian cultural perspectives that are routinely erased. In this episode, you’ll hear about Waller-Pace’s own school experiences, the "decolonizing" lessons that matter most, and why she always maintains the mindset of a student.   MUSIC Sally in the Garden, Brandi Waller-PaceMARSALIS, Blues Symphony, The Philadelphia OrchestraSAINT-GEORGES, Symphony No.2, The Philadelphia OrchestraLINKS“The Uses of Anger” by Audre LordeRing Around The Rosie FolkloreFort Worth African American Ro...
2021-02-1727 minThe Watch-List Burn Book
The Watch-List Burn Book#19. The Bigger the Pompadour...**CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence. If you'd like to skip this episode's discussion of sexual assault within Bridgerton, the time stamps to skip are 42:03-45:27.** Hello lovely humans! This week, we're finally covering Netflix's current obsession--Bridgerton. Join us as we delve deep into discussions of alternate universes, the historical accuracy (and lack thereof) of the costumes (and the wigs honey!!), and how most of this cast is sponsored by the paper bag test! We're not pulling any punches with this one! Find out if we're fans of 1813's resident Gossip Girl (we definitely are) and if we're joining...
2021-02-121h 04Lit Bae Pod
Lit Bae PodEpisode 6: The Vanishing Half by Brit BennettHi y’all! Thanks for listening! I have some links for you! Garner’s Garden is our black business this week https://garnersgarden.com/ Tee Noir’s video on Colorism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXi0SkuWcdk Khadija Mbowe’s video on colorism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9ussxD32tE I’ll see you next month with more book talk and recommendations! Also, if you would like to donate to my creative journey please do I’m @litbaepod on Venmo and Cashapp. Also, please follow me on Instagram @litbaepod and share with friends if something resonates! Thank you for your...
2021-01-2856 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastRev. Mark TylerThough many spiritual leaders preach visions of a better future, it's also common to bypass hard facts and focus on the happy ending. Not so for Reverend Mark Tyler.  On this episode of the HearTOGETHER Podcast, Tyler shares his path to leadership, the importance of slogans in activism, and what "Defund the Police" means to him. MUSIC"JOHNSON & JOHNSON, "Lift Every Voice,"  The Philadelphia Orchestra w. vocalist Laurin Talese"Magic," Maze ft. Frankie BeverlyWESLEY WORK JR., "Go Tell It On The Mountain," string quartet  w. vocalist Patrice Hawthorne TINDLEY, "We Shall Overcome," brass quintetLINKSOur...
2021-01-2024 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastNicole JordanIt's been a long and winding journey,  and Nicole Jordan has accomplished her dream of becoming a full-time member of The Philadelphia Orchestra as its new Principal Librarian. On this episode of the HearTOGETHER Podcast, Jordan shares her journey from aspiring instrumentalist to glass-ceiling-shattering- librarian, plus what's kept her sane in between.  MUSIC:Can't Hurry Love, The SupremesSIMON, Fate Now Conquers  WORLD PREMIERE - PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA COMMISSIONCOLEMAN, Seven O'Clock Shout  WORLD PREMIERE - PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA COMMISSIONHosted by Tori Marchiony. Mixed by Teng Chen
2020-12-1627 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastJeannine A. Cook (Harriett's Bookshop)Jeannine A. Cook is a writer, strategist, and entrepreneur who the city of Philadelphia has been lucky to call a resident for the better part of two decades.  On this episode of the HearTOGETHER Podcast, Cook shares some of the challenges and triumphs of opening her brick-and-mortar store, Harriett's Bookshop, how she became a master strategist, and why she doesn't let herself get sidetracked by unsolicited advice. MUSIC [Performers; Ohad Bar-David, Cello; Ajibola Rivers, Cello; Angela Zator Nelson, Percussion]ARGOV, Lech lamidbarNELSON, Percussion ImprovisationRIVERS, Rumba from Suite No.2LINKS:Read the rest of Jea...
2020-11-1826 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastDavóne Tines & Jillian Patricia PirtleThe HearTOGETHER Podcast from The Philadelphia Orchestra is a space for honest, intimate conversations about life, music, social justice- and how art can help bring us towards a brighter future. In episode one, you’ll hear from two singers who raise their voices against injustice- Davóne Tines and Jillian Patricia Pirtle.Davóne Tines is perhaps best-known for his original works which look at complex social issues, directly in the eye. Like 2018’s The Black Clown, based on Langston Hughes’ poem of the same name,  about a black clown who is at first forced to wear a...
2020-10-2151 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastHearTOGETHER Podcast Coming 10/21!The HearTOGETHER Podcast from The Philadelphia Orchestra is a space for honest, intimate conversations about life, music, social justice- and how art can help bring us towards a brighter future. The Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.
2020-10-2100 minHearTOGETHER Podcast
HearTOGETHER PodcastWynton Marsalis (LIVE, from the Archive)On June 6, 2020, The Philadelphia Orchestra presented the first HearTOGETHER live program, dedicated to George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, Breonna Taylor, and the countless Black Lives wrongfully and tragically lost before them, and to the value and dignity of all Black Lives. This excerpt features American trumpeter, composer, teacher, and artistic director of Jazz at Lincoln Center Wynton Marsalis reflecting on the past, present, and future of classical music. For more from Marsalis, check out this essay he wrote over the summer.The Philadelphia Orchestra’s HearTOGETHER series is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Acc...
2020-10-1425 min