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Make It Plain Podcast

Kehinde Andrews
Black Studies
Birmingham City University
Racism
For Such a Time As This
Gaza
Black Lives Matter
UK Riots
Congo
Malcolm X
Dawn Butler
Mutual Aid
Black Writers Guild
Black Feminism
Policing
Black Representation
UK Elections
Anthony Walker Foundation
Black Panther Party
Intersectionality
Pandemic

We are running a special series of the Make it Plain podcast, 'What Would Malcolm Say?' where Kehinde Andrews explains what Malcolm's body of work tells us about what is going on in the present. Each episode will also feature a full interview with someone featured in the documentary 'Nobody Can Give You Freedom', which was independently made by Make it Plain. You can watch the entire documentary f... more

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The latest episode of Make it Plain opens with Kehinde reassuring his children that World War 3 won't start over Iran. All the bombings and the news has people scared (and yes it is terrible what the US and Israel are doing) but he explains why China... more

Reflecting on the flooding of the timeline with Bafta's N-word coverage Kehinde opens by saying that we've missed the point. We focus on the spectacle and not the real issue. Of course the BBC shouldn't have aired the N-word and the Bafta's should ha... more

Make it Plain returns for a new series on the 61st anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X. For this first episode we are featuring Malcolm's speech in 1962 in LA to rally protest the police killing of Nation of Islam member Ronald Stokes. We a... more

Final episode in a special series of the Make it Plain podcast, 'What Would Malcolm Say?' where Kehinde Andrews explains what Malcolm's body of work tells us about what is going on in the present. Each episode will also feature a full interview with ... more

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Recent Guests

Wandia Njoya
Associate Professor of Language and Performing Arts, Kenyan academic and activist
Daystar University
Episode: Bafta's N-word spectacle, Reform lose and Neo-colonial education with Wandia Njoya
Dr. Olivia Rutazibwa
Associate Professor in Human Rights and Politics
London School of Economics
Episode: What Would Malcolm Say About...Reparations? Plus full interview with Dr Olivia Rutazibwa
Sayce Holmes-Lewis
Founder of Mentivity, an organization focused on supporting youth through education and mentoring.
Mentivity
Episode: What Would Malcolm Say...about Diddy? Plus full interview with Sayce Holmes-Lewis from Mentivity
Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz
Malcolm X's daughter, Chairperson of the Board at the Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial Center
Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial Center
Episode: Ep.1 What Would Malcolm Say? With Dr Ilyasah Shabazz
Renee Johnston
Former educator and union member, co-host of Saturdays with Renee on Black Power Media.
Black Power Media
Episode: 2024 US Election Special W/Renee Johnston: The Fox (Copmala) Vs The Wolf (Trump)? S2 EP18
Sylvia Arthur
Founder of the Library of Africa and The African Diaspora.
Library of Africa and The African Diaspora
Episode: Kaba "The Negro" Vs Cop "The Good White Man" + LOATAD (BUF) S2 EP17
Seth Avusuglo
Manager of the Library of Africa and The African Diaspora.
Library of Africa and The African Diaspora
Episode: Kaba "The Negro" Vs Cop "The Good White Man" + LOATAD (BUF) S2 EP17
Dr. Shola Mos-Shogbamimu
A prominent commentator on race and politics, noted for her outspoken views and activism.
Episode: Dr Shola on "Racial Gatekeeper" Kemi Badenoch + Black Employment Month Special S2 EP16
Yomi Adegoke
Best-selling author of The List and Slay In Your Lane
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Episode: Yomi Adegoke on "The List" + British Empire Legacy W/Chagos Islands "Return" - S2 EP15

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Kehinde Andrews
Kehinde Andrews is an academic and host known for his critical and engaging discussions on race, equality, and the legacy of Malcolm X. His insights often incorporate personal reflections and historical context, making complex political discourse accessible and relevant.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Frank R

    Very enlightening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maroonmindset
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Black Americans don’t love USA.

    We want every body Black to win!! Wherever they re from. Check in with a black American every show. From beginning.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FPurbanAdvisors
    United States2 years ago
  • Always brilliant and incisive

    I cannot speak highly enough about this podcast. Prof Andrews is always articulate, funny and informative, and the guests are always interesting too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linton_M
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Current & informative

    Looking forward to future episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaxbusy
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its articulate host and thought-provoking guests, making complex topics accessible and engaging.
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Audiences find the commentary enlightening and relevant, often highlighting the importance of Malcolm X's philosophies today.

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S4. Ep1. Listen to Malcolm + RIP Jesse Jackson + Don't be afraid of 'Big Bad' Farage
Q: What do we need to learn from the legacy of Malcolm X as we reflect on Jesse Jackson's death?
We need to recognize the different political ideologies represented by figures like Malcolm X and Jesse Jackson and understand that their approaches to Black liberation are fundamentally opposed.
What Would Malcolm Say About...Reparations? Plus full interview with Dr Olivia Rutazibwa
Q: What do you retain and what do you keep?
An invitation to think while dwelling in the university, pending revolution.
Kaba "The Negro" Vs Cop "The Good White Man" + LOATAD (BUF) S2 EP17
Q: How do you promote the Library of Africa and The African Diaspora's work?
We host various events which engage people who might otherwise not come into the library.
Kaba "The Negro" Vs Cop "The Good White Man" + LOATAD (BUF) S2 EP17
Q: What challenges do you face in getting African literature in Ghana?
It's quite difficult and also expensive to find culturally relevant books by writers who look like us in Ghana.
2024 US Election Special W/Renee Johnston: The Fox (Copmala) Vs The Wolf (Trump)? S2 EP18
Q: Why don't Black people like Kamala Harris?
Many Black voters are skeptical of Kamala Harris because of her background as a prosecutor and her perceived lack of commitment to policies that benefit the Black community.

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2. Dr. Olivia Rutazibwa
3. Sayce Holmes-Lewis
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