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How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Sierra leone EPISODE: Leadership in Sierra Leone with Andrew KeiliIn this episode, we sit down with Andrew Keili, a respected voice in Sierra Leone’s public and political life, to unpack the unique dynamics of leadership in the country.He shares how people in Sierra Leone rise to leadership positions, the kinds of leaders citizens are drawn to, and the lessons he's learned from his own journey into leadership. From politics to personal values, this is a powerful conversation on influence, credibility, and what truly defines a leader in West Africa today.2025-07-021h 05
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in GhanaIn this episode, we sit down with the renowned Professor Audrey Gadzekpo - one of Ghana’s leading voices on media, democracy, and gender - for an insightful conversation on leadership in Ghana and beyond.We take a deep dive into the enduring legacy of Jerry John Rawlings, Ghana’s longest-serving leader who ruled the country for two decades, first as military dictator and then as a democratically-elected president: the revolutionary energy he sparked, his ability to connect with ordinary Ghanaians, the moral contradictions of his rule, and why many young Africans today seem to yearn for the...2025-06-181h 06
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Cameroon In this episode’s discussion with one of Cameroon’s leading political scientists and thinkers Professor Tatah Mentan, we dive deep into the rule of 92 year-old Paul Biya, one of Africa’s longest-serving presidents. From his rise to prime minister in 1975 to his presidency from 1982 till date, we explore how Biya has maintained his dominance not just over Cameroon’s citizenry but over much younger and ambitious political elites as well. We unpack what his leadership style and tactics tell us about political power, the rule of men over the rule of law, what enables generational silence and the impact o...2025-06-041h 03
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Nigeria In this episode, we sit down with Innocent Ogbonna—youth mobilizer, social impact communicator, and values-driven leader—as he shares his journey through politics in a Nigerian university and the formative lessons of being raised by a single mother in Lagos.From student-led campaigns to faith-based and environmental advocacy, Innocent reflects on the experiences that shaped his voice, the challenges of growing up in a tough city with limited means, and why he believes Africa’s future lies in building deeper values—not just raising louder voices.A moving conversation about resilien...2025-05-2155 min
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Liberia In this episode, we sit down with Dr Ibrahim Nyei, Liberia’s Deputy Foreign Minister for International Cooperation and Economic Integration. He shares his personal experiences growing up in the midst of Liberia's civil war, his views on the personal qualities that enabled Ellen Johnson Sirleaf become Africa's first female elected head of state, the challenges of governance in Liberia today and the path forward for African states following the emphatic return of great power politics in international relations.What kind of leaders does Africa need to navigate the new global realities? What are the challenges and op...2025-05-071h 06
How to Become a Leader in AfricaYouth, Protest and Everyday Leadership: Lessons from Kenya and beyond with Bettina Ng’wenoIn this episode of How to Become a Leader in Africa, we sit down with Bettina Ng’weno — professor, anthropologist, and co-author of the influential book "Developing Global Leaders: Insights from African Case Studies" which explored leadership in five African countries: Kenya, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania and Nigeria. Drawing on detailed research and over 180 interviews with people in leadership positions, Professor Ng'weno shares deep insights on the evolving dynamics of everyday leadership on the continent.We discuss her home country of Kenya — from its historical patterns of governance to the role of youth in shaping its future...2025-04-251h 12
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Africa “The laws of politics in Nigeria are way different to those in Europe.” Prof. John Godson. In this eye-opening episode of How to Become a Leader in Africa, Prof. John Godson draws from his unique first-hand experience of campaigning for political office both in Europe and in Nigeria. As the first black person elected to Poland's parliament, Godson brings a wealth of knowledge about navigating political landscapes across two very different continents.With a deep understanding of the contrasts in political systems, Prof. Godson reveals the practical differences and the unique chal...2025-04-091h 05
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Africa: Faith, Resistance, and LeadershipLockett, a scholar, ordained Anglican priest, and former activist in South Africa’s Mass Democratic Movement.Recruited into the underground structures of the African National Congress (ANC), he worked closely with the legendary Archbishop Desmond Tutu, witnessing firsthand the power of faith, resistance, and unwavering commitment to justice.In this episode, we explore his extraordinary journey—from defying an oppressive system to shaping the future of ethical leadership. Sydney shares insights on the role of faith in activism, the power of moral leadership, and what young African leaders can learn from hist...2025-03-2657 min
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in Africa:Faith, Resistance, and LeadershipLockett, a scholar, ordained Anglican priest, and former activist in South Africa’s Mass Democratic Movement.Recruited into the underground structures of the African National Congress (ANC), he worked closely with the legendary Archbishop Desmond Tutu, witnessing firsthand the power of faith, resistance, and unwavering commitment to justice.In this episode, we explore his extraordinary journey—from defying an oppressive system to shaping the future of ethical leadership. Sydney shares insights on the role of faith in activism, the power of moral leadership, and what young African leaders can learn from hist...2025-03-2657 min
How to Become a Leader in AfricaBecoming a leader 3"Is a Nigerian Governor Really All-Powerful? You Might Be Surprised! 🚨👀"Many believe Nigerian governors hold absolute power, but what really happens behind the scenes? In this episode, we sit down with Tolu Kenny Adetunji, former Special Assistant to Governor El-Rufai of Kaduna State, as she shares eye-opening insights on leadership, power, and the reality of governance in Nigeria.Don’t miss this one! 🎙️🔥2025-03-121h 02
How to Become a Leader in AfricaLeadership in The Gambia: Power, Legacy & ControversyIs power ever truly clean? In this episode, we explore leadership in The Gambia through the lens of Yahya Jammeh’s 22-year rule. Some remember him for his contributions to national development, while others recall the controversies and tough decisions that defined his leadership.Our guest, Modou Lami Jatta, shares insights on governance, power, and the sacrifices leaders make. Is it possible to lead without making enemies? Do all great leaders have blood on their hands?Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on leadership, legacy, and the realities of power.2025-02-2556 min
How to Become a Leader in AfricaBecoming a Leader 2What does it really take to become a leader in Africa? 🤔 In this episode, our guest dives deep into the essence of leadership, exploring how political parties function as Egbe—building strong bonds and loyalty among members.Stay tuned for an insightful conversation on power, influence, and the true meaning of leadership on the continent!2025-02-121h 08
How to Become a Leader in AfricaBecoming a leader Our 1st How to Become a Leader in Africa podcast is with the brilliant Prof Wale Adebanwi, formerly of Oxford University, now University of Pennsylvania.We explore power and leadership in Africa, discussing his book, How to Become a Big Man in Africa.2025-01-291h 13
Free Black Thought PodcastEp. 75 - It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth (Remi Adekoya)Dr. Remi Adekoya shares his unique upbringing as a mixed-race individual in Nigeria, Poland, and the UK with host Connie Morgan, highlighting the cultural influences that shaped his identity. Remi also discusses his book, It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth, where he explores the economic dimensions of race and the importance of collective wealth in determining status and power. Show notes:Remi on X: @remiadekoya1Remi’s book: It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth: How the Economics of Race Really WorkRemi’s book: Biracial Britain: What It Means To Be Mixed Race2024-09-251h 24
Raport o stanie świata Dariusza RosiakaRaport o stanie świata - 22 czerwca 2024Koncern farmaceutyczny Pfizer pozwany za rzekome ukrywanie skutków ubocznych szczepionek na Covid. Co wiemy o skutkach wirusa cztery lata po wybuchu pandemii? Czy działania podjęte wówczas przez władze na świecie były skuteczne w ich zwalczaniu? Czy dalej mamy się bać Covidu, czy strach nie był dobrym doradcą nawet w najbardziej śmiercionośnym okresie pandemii?
Producent czipów, firma Nvidia jest dziś najdroższym przedsiębiorstwem na świecie, a jego wartość giełdowa jest ponad dwa razy większa niż budżet Wielkiej Brytanii. Dlaczego?
Według BBC grecka stra...2024-06-222h 10
The Coaching InnS4 Episode 26: Whiteness, Wealth and Power with Remi AdekoyaRemi Adekoya discusses power, privilege, and wealth through the lens of his experiences growing up in Nigeria and Poland. He explores how perceptions of race and economic development shape hierarchies and social dynamics. Remy emphasises the importance of economic success in challenging racial inequalities and calls for the empowerment of black African nations. He also highlights the role of hierarchies in society and how people's perceptions and behaviours are influenced by power and privilege.
Read Remi’s book : Whiteness, Wealth and Power
If you like this episode, subscribe or fol...2024-05-2932 minThe Coaching InnS4 Episode 25: Coaching and Physical Intelligence with Claire DaleIn this episode, Claire Pedrick interviews Claire Dale, a former choreographer and founder of the Physical Intelligence Institute. They discuss the role of the body and embodiment in coaching and leadership. Claire Dale shares her journey from choreography to coaching and explains how physical intelligence can enhance leadership skills. They explore the concept of an embodied model of leadership, which includes authority, inspiration, compassion, and analytical thinking. They also discuss the importance of flow in conversations and the use of movement and breath in coaching.
Find out more
www.physicalintelligenceinstitute.com/coachtraining use co...2024-05-2237 minThe Coaching InnS4 Episode 22: Using Rhythm to Develop Teams - with Iris ClermontWe have thought about the music of coaching for a while. However, the rhythm hasn’t been something we have focussed on. So today Claire is delighted to be in conversation with Iris Clermont, author of Team Rhythm.
Iris is a musician, and (another mathematician) and coach and brings new and innovative insights to the team development space using rhythm.
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Academy of IdeasLet's talk about raceRecording of a debate at the Battle of Ideas festival 2023 on Sunday 29 October at Church House, London.
ORIGINAL INTRODUCTION
Too often, talking about race feels fraught with difficulty, leaving us walking on eggshells to avoid offence. However, this can mean that important questions and queries go unanswered, and grievances can fester. Luckily, more and more authors are taking up the challenge – and this session features three of them in conversation.
Rakib Ehsan’s Beyond Grievance: What the Left Gets Wrong About Ethnic Minorities argues that the left too often buys into toxic, imported ideologies around...2024-01-301h 33
The News MeetingNews Meeting: Assassination attempt strains US-India relations and Farage in the jungleWhat should lead the news? Three people pitch the story they think matters most to Tortoise’s deputy editor Giles Whittell.The Tortoise team are joined by politics lecturer and author Remi Adekoya to discuss the backlash against Keir Starmer praising Margaret Thatcher, an assasination plot in the US and Nigel Farage on I’m A Celebrity.What do you think should lead the news? Email your stories to newsmeeting@tortoisemedia.com.The producer was Rebecca Moore and the executive producer was Lewis Vickers. To find out more...2023-12-0429 min
The Magatte Wade ShowIt's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth - with Remi AdekoyaJoin Magatte Wade in a captivating discussion that challenges the stereotypes surrounding Africa's economic status. In this enlightening conversation with Remi Adekoya, a Nigerian-born academic from the University of York and author of It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth, we explore:
- The true prosperity of African nations
- The controversial issues of colonialism, corruption, and the influence of the 'white gaze'
- The success story of Rwanda, a shining example of good governance and economic freedom
It's time to question the Western model of democracy and embrace a nuanced understanding of governance. Let's delve into the pathways...2023-11-101h 04
heretics.Remi Adekoya: The Racist Reason We Treat Israel DifferentlyDr Remi Adekoya is a fascinating journalist and political analyst, and lucky for us he enlightened us with a conversation about inequality, and the reasons behind them - race or wealth? We do not wish to change your beliefs but he does present some very interesting perspectives on different subjects, such as the current Hamas - Israel war (and the rise of antisemitism), BLM, Greta Thunberg and others. #Racism #Israel #ClimateChange Remi’s books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Remi-Adekoya/author/B08FCQXQZZ?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=tru...2023-11-0634 min
Savage MindsRemi AdekoyaRemi Adekoya, a politics lecturer at the University of York and former journalist, discusses his latest book, It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth (2023), wherein he argues that the socioeconomic realities are sustaining racial hierarchies and not, as the left fashions, a moral, reactive evil. Discussing what financial power means in the Global South as well as within the west, for instance, Adekoya touches upon how what what matters in his childhood homeland of Nigeria is the need to address the material realities and not any racial narratives emanating from the west, noting how what the people want are ne...2023-09-261h 33
My Time CapsuleEp. 324 - Remi AdekoyaRemi Adekoya is a writer, journalist and academic. Before joining academia, Remi was a political journalist for The Guardian, Sunday Times, Washington Post, Politico and Spectator. He has provided sociopolitical analysis and commentary for CNN, BBC, Sky News, Al Jazeera, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, South African Broadcasting Corporation, Talk Radio and Times Radio. He was a regular columnist for Business Day, a Nigerian daily, and a former political editor of the Warsaw Business Journal. Remi also sits on the Home Office Strategic Race Board as an external expert. Remi has written a number of books including Biracial Britain, what it mean...2023-09-221h 11
EquianoPod2. Remi Adekoya - It's Not About Whiteness, It's About WealthToday's guest is Dr Remi Adekoya, an Associate Lecturer of Politics at the University of York.
We explored various topics during the discussion, such as:
What truly underlies people's dissatisfaction with current race issues?
Does an informal racial order still exist in today’s world?
Was there validity to some of BLM’s claims? Did the BLM movement resonate with certain truths?
You can follow Dr Remi on Twitter - @RemiAdekoya1
Books written by him:
It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth (2023)
Biracial Britain: What It Means...2023-08-2534 minRaport o stanie świata Dariusza RosiakaRaport - sezon nieogórkowy - 16 sierpnia 2023Czy u podstaw współczesnych nierówności i dyskryminacji ludzi, którzy nie mają białego koloru skóry leży ideologia, czy ekonomia?
Dlaczego, skoro zgadzamy się – wyłączając skrajną mniejszość – że kolonializm, niewolnictwo, segregacja były złe i w debacie publicznej piętnujemy rasizm – to system oparty na hierarchii rasowej nadal funkcjonuje?
Na te pytania poszukamy odpowiedzi w tym odcinku sezonu nieogórkowego Raportu o stanie świata.
Gość: Remi Adekoya2023-08-1649 min
Race Beyond BordersMixed Feelings with Remi Adekoya In this episode, Nigel chats with Remi Adekoya, author of Biracial Britain, about the complexities of race. Together, they explore demographic trends, biracial identity and corresponding shifts in the way Blackness is lived and expressed in the United Kingdom. Journey with us beyond the borders of time to explore how the nuance of biracial identity could impact how race is lived in the future. Hosted by: Nigel Richard Special thanks: Sebabatso Manoeli-Lesame, Laetitia Nolwazi Mbuli, Yasmeen Rubidge, Modupeola Oyebolu, Lindokuhle Nkosi and Daryl Hannah Produced by: The Good People at Between Productions Website: Moya Digital Magazine 2023-08-0443 min
The Popular ShowTPS165 IT'S NOT ABOUT WHITENESS, IT'S ABOUT WEALTH | Remi Adekoya #TPSRaceReckoningSubscribe on Patreon NOW for the complete video versions of the #TPSRaceReckoning series and more. Remi Adekoya, a former journalist and academic whose working life has spanned Nigeria, Poland, and the UK, joins #TPSRaceReckoning to discuss his provocative new book. It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth argues that the focus of current antiracist projects on personal bias (still more the cultural baggage of 'whiteness') is wrongheaded, and that racism will remain until the wealth discrepancy and underdevelopment of the countries in which most black people reside is overcome. 2023-07-1954 min
The Popular ShowTPS164 NO POLITICS BUT CLASS POLITICS | Walter Benn Michaels, Adolph Reed jr #TPSRaceReckoningSubscribe on Patreon NOW for more #TPSRaceReckoning with Remi Adekoya and Kenan Malik, plus video versions of this and all our recent episodes. Adolph Reed jr and Walter Benn Michaels have waded through every accusation under the sun to commit to a class-first analysis of race and racism. They join TPS 'Race Reckoning' to discuss everything from why anti-discrimination campaigns are right wing, the legacy of Charles Murray and scientific racism, Adolph's work on the Bernie Sanders campaigns, and the failure of BLM, through to the significance of Rachael Dolezal and 'transracialism'. Their new book is No Politics But...2023-07-121h 17
The Popular ShowTPS162 NOT SO BLACK AND WHITE | Kenan Malik #TPSRaceReckoningSubscribe on Patreon NOW for more #TPSRaceReckoning with Remi Adekoya, Adolph Reed jr and Walter Benn Michaels, plus video versions of this and all our recent episodes. Kenan Malik is a writer and commentator on race, a columnist for the Observer newspaper, and most recently author of Not So Black and White: A History of Race from White Supremacy to Identity Politics. In the second of our 'Race Reckoning' interviews, Kenan discusses the recent history of antiracism and identity politics, the logic antiracists risk having in common with the racists they abhor, and the political significance of 'left antisemitism'. 2023-07-031h 05
Uncommon Decency94. The Americanization of Race, with Tomiwa Owolade & Remi Adekoya“As I look ahead, I am filled with foreboding. Like the Romans, I seem to see "the Tiber foaming with blood". That tragic and intractable phenomenon which we watch with horror across the Atlantic but which is interwoven with the history and existence of the States itself, is coming upon us here by our own volition and our own neglect. Indeed, it has all but come. In numerical terms, it will be of American proportions long before the end of the century.” That was Enoch Powell, the Tory MP who delivered his infamous “Rivers of Blood" speech on Apr...2023-06-281h 03
The Popular Show🔐TPS RACE RECKONING tapes 3 | Walter Benn Michaels & Adolph Reed jnr.TPS RACE RECKONING is a new miniseries featuring Remi Adekoya, Kenan Malik, Walter Benn Michaels, and Adolph Reed jnr. Full video of all three shows is streaming on Patreon.com/ThePopularPod now. Adolph Reed jnr and Walter Benn Michaels have waded through every accusation under the sun to commit to a class-first analysis of race and racism. They join TPS 'Race Reckoning' to discuss everything from why anti-discrimination campaigns are right wing, the legacy of Charles Murray and scientific racism, Adolph's work on the Bernie Sanders campaigns, and the failure of BLM, through to the significance of Rachel Dolezal...2023-06-2203 min
The Popular Show🔐TPS RACE RECKONING tapes 2 | Kenan MalikFull video streaming now at Patreon.com/ThePopularPod. TPS RACE RECKONING is a new miniseries featuring Remi Adekoya, Kenan Malik, Walter Benn Michaels, and Adolph Reed jnr. Kenan Malik is a writer and commentator on race, a columnist for the Observer newspaper, and most recently author of Not So Black and White: A History of Race from White Supremacy to Identity Politics. In the second of our 'Race Reckoning' interviews, Kenan discusses the recent history of antiracism and identity politics, the logic antiracists risk having in common with the racists they abhor, and the political significance of 'left antisemitism'.2023-06-2105 min
The Brendan O'Neill ShowRemi Adekoya: It’s not about whiteness, it’s about wealthRemi Adekoya joins Brendan to talk about his latest book, It’s Not About Whiteness, It’s About Wealth. They discuss the truth about racial inequality, the dangers of racial identity politics and how Africa can realise its potential.
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The Popular Show🔐TPS The RACE RECKONING tapes 1 - Remi Adekoya TRAILERA taste for patrons of a major series from TPS, coming this summer, reassessing the liberal left's new idiom of race. Remi Adekoya lectures at the University of York, UK, and is the author of 'It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth'
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Unlock This High-Impact Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth by Remi AdekoyaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/41478to listen full audiobooks.
Title: It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth
Author: Remi Adekoya
Narrator: Remi Adekoya
Format: mp3
Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins
Release date: 04-20-23
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Economics
Publisher's Summary:
Author of Biracial Britain, Remi Adekoya, returns with It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Race to explore the issues of contemporary racial hierarchies and put forward the argument that these hierarchies are determined by economics which is why they are a faithful reflection of today's economic hierarchies. Throughout Adekoya's provocative and informative prose he examines this argument...2023-04-205h 27
Little, Brown AudioIt's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth, written and read by Remi Adekoya (Audiobook extract)An open and insightful investigation at how contemporary racial hierarchies are determined by wealth and economics, and how this is reflected in today's economic hierarchies.
'Remi Adekoya is a welcome blast of unsentimental rigour into a race debate clogged up with emotion and moralism. His dissection of the economic underpinnings of the world's racial and national hierarchies will make uncomfortable reading for both liberals and conservatives' David Goodhart
'This terrifically illuminating book . . . offers a new way of understanding modern racial structures' i Newspaper
What really matters when it comes to race?
Western conversations on race and racism revolve around familiar...2023-04-2005 min
Debated PodcastIt's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth w/ Remi AdekoyaIn this episode of the podcast, Will is joined by Remi Adekoya, a lecturer in politics at the University of York to discuss his new book, It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth: How The Economics of Race Really Work. They discuss how Remi came to write the book, how the media deals with race, the discrepancies in funding between western universities and those in the global south, global income and poverty and how racial inequality and financial inequality are interlinked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1855 min
Little, Brown AudioMigrants: The Story of Us All by Sam Miller, read by Chris Nayak (Audiobook extract)Humans are the most migratory species of all land mammals. Migrants cuts through the toxic debates about refugees versus economic migrants to tell the rich and collective stories of humankind's urge to move.
Migrants cuts through the toxic debates to tell the rich and collective stories of humankind's urge to move.
'Fascinating... Miller's perspective may be just what we need' Daily Telegraph
'Timely and empathetic: a rare combination on this most controversial issue' Remi Adekoya, author of Biracial Britain
'Tremendous: blends the personal and the panoramic to great effect' Robert Winder, author of Bloody Foreigners
Humans are, in fundamental ways...2023-02-0205 min
UnHerd DailyThe truth about Elizabeth’s empireIn today's episode, Dr Remi Adekoya explains how colonialism isn't to blame for all Africa's ills in an UnHerd exclusive article titled The truth about Elizabeth’s empire. 2022-09-1315 min
Modern Minorities2021 year in reviewAs 2021 comes to a close, we put together a not-so-quick compilation of our favorite moments from all of the great conversations we had over the past year. So sit back with a beverage of choice, enjoy, and please DO share our podcast with a friend (and leave us a review) — it makes a big difference! We can’t wait for you to hear what’s next in the new year!Got a guest idea or want to ask a question? Email us! himom@modmypod.comxoxo,SHARON & RAMAN=PS - Hear...2021-12-3138 min
Afro-CatalystRemi Adekoya on Why Coups Are Making a Comeback in AfricaMali, Guinea, Sudan, Niger. The steady uptick in coups across Africa in the last year has raised alarm bells in the international community. After nearly two decades of progress and peace, recent gains seem to be eroding. What forces are driving the rise of these grasps for power? These aren’t your grandfather’s coups, after all. With knowledge of social media and growing transnational ties to autocratic regimes with deep pockets, today’s coup leaders have a different set of tools at their disposal. In this episode of Afro-Catalyst featuring Remi Adekoya, a political analyst and Associate Lecturer at Yor...2021-11-2714 min
Modern MinoritiesRemi Adekoya’s (unpacking) Biracial Britain“Mixed-race identity presents opportunities and challenges. There's some bad, but there's also some good. So I have to take both.”Remi Adekoya is a Polish-Nigerian living in the UK, and the author of “Biracial Britain: A Different Way of Looking at Race” - and we had a great conversation on biracial identity — growing up, fitting in, standing out...and kids. Born the son of a Nigerian father and a Polish mother, Remi’s a lecturer of politics a the University of York, the former political editor of the Warsaw Business Journal, and he’s written for Foreign Affairs, Polit...2021-10-111h 11
The EditionPrison island: when will Australia escape its zero Covid trap?On this week’s episode, we’ll be taking a look at the fortress that Australia has built around itself, and ask – when will its Zero Covid policy end (01:00)?Also on the podcast: is it racist to point out Britain’s changing demographics (14:35)?And is trivia just another way for men to compete (27:00)?With former Australian High Commissioner, Alexander Downer; chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Coronavirus, Layla Moran MP; Spectator columnist Lionel Shriver; York University's Dr Remi Adekoya; Spectator contributor Mark Mason; and QI elf Anna Ptaszynski.Presented by Lara Prendergast.Pro...2021-08-2638 min
Can I Make A Point?Remi Adekoya Makes His PointJoining Bradley and Danny this week is Associate Lecturer in Politics at the University of York, Remi Adekoya. They discuss his book, Biracial Britain, race in Britain, and the politics of identity.2021-06-201h 07
AlonementDr Remi Adekoya: The Mixed Blessing Of Growing Up BiracialAnd now, the end is near… It’s the penultimate episode of the season, and my guest is Dr Remi Adekoya. I was fascinated to find out, through Remi’s work, that a third of British people will be mixed race by the end of the century. His brilliant new book, Biracial Britain: A Different Way Of Looking At Race, brings together stories of biracial British people from all ages and mixed-race backgrounds, together with Remi’s own experiences and expert academic research in racial and ethnic identity. During this episode, Remi tells me about his experience growing u...2021-04-0246 min
Not What You Thought You KnewAllan Noel Minns the WW1 Officer and Son of Britain's First Black MayorAllan Noel Minns, son of Dr Allan Glaisyer Minns, Britain's first Black mayor when elected mayor of Thetford in 1904, served in the British Army as a medical officer during the First World War.To find out more Dr Fern Riddell speaks to former soldier and director of Recognize Black Heritage and Culture Garry Stewart and academic Dr Remi Adekoya, author of Biracial Britain: A Different Way of Looking at Race which is set for release in 2021.Sponsored by Ancestry, Sky HISTORY's Not What You Thought You Knew is...2020-10-2048 min
The Europe DeskBlack Lives Matter in Europe: History and Present RealitiesRemi Adekoya, doctor of political economy at the University of York, joined us to discuss the history of race and racism in Europe, how these issues are discussed, particularly in the UK and Poland, and the role they are playing in our present. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Hannah Tyler, Emily...2020-10-0636 min
Academy of Ideas#BattleFest2018: Tearing up the rule book - the end of the new world order?Recording of a debate at the Battle of Ideas Festival 2018.
Since the fall of communism, the dominant narrative around international politics and economics has been that of a stable order defined by liberal, free-market values and agreements. In recent years, faith in the liberal international vision seems to have been shattered. In response to the rise of China and resurgence of Russia, populists across the world, most famously President Trump, have denounced free-trade agreements and collective security arrangements. Are we really moving into a more protectionist world, or will free-trade ideology make a comeback? How will the...2019-06-071h 14
Nationalism and the Culture Wars podcastBattle Of Ideas Identity CrisisIn this excellent Battle of Ideas 2018 session filmed and edited by WORLDbytes volunteers, Professor Frank Furedi gives us the historical low down on society’s concern with identity. Today’s identity politics, he explains, have absolutely no redeeming features.
The speakers are: Professor Frank Furedi, the respondents are Remi Adekoya, Rachel Halliburton and Eric Kaufmann. The chair is Claire Fox. Full recording at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhprn3jk2Rs2019-01-2103 min
TRIGGERnometryRacism and the Diversity AgendaWe've pulled together some our favourite conversations with our fantastic guests from Season 1 - this time around racism. We have really enjoyed looking back through our episodes but we're happy to announce that Season 2 will launch next week!
The following fantastic guests feature in this episode (with time stamps):
00.53 Nicholas Gruen
09.05 Munira Mirza
20.00 Remi Adekoya
30.29 Brendan O'Neill
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TRIGGERnometryRemi Adekoya on Black Identity Politics, Racism, White Privilege & PopulismJournalist and researcher Remi Adekoya (@remiadekoya1) discusses his Quillette article (https://quillette.com/2018/07/08/the-fear-of-white-power/), black identity politics, identitarianism, race and racism, reparations, white privilege, right wing populism and a lot more with the guys at TRIGGERnometry.
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Stand-up comedians Konstantin Kisin (@konstantinkisin) and Francis Foster (@failinghuman) make sense of politics, economics, free speech, AI, drug policy and WW3 with the help of presidential advisors, renowned economists, award-winning journalists, controversial writers, leading scientists and notorious comedians. Learn more...2018-09-101h 20