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Movement with Meklit Hadero

Meklit Hadero
Music
Migration
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Expat Communities
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Puerto Rico
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Movement is a podcast, radio series and live show that tells stories of global migration through music. Hosted by Ethiopian-American singer Meklit Hadero, the show is a meditation on the large-scale forces at play in individual lives. Issues of citizenship, identity, belonging, and borders are explored through the experiences of artists themselves: two brothers sharing one guitar, a daughter tryin... more

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Ali Sethi
Pakistani vocalist-songwriter and an influential artist exploring cultural narratives through music.
Music Artist
Episode: "Who we are when no one is watching" ft. Ali Sethi
Ana Tijoux
Chilean rapper and musician who has navigated her identity and creativity through a life marked by migration.
Self
Episode: "We make the boom bap" ft. Ana Tijoux
Lupita Infante
Granddaughter of the legendary Mexican actor and singer Pedro Infante
Independent Music Artist
Episode: “Questioning everything” ft. Lupita Infante
Peter One
Musician from the Ivory Coast, now living in Nashville
Episode: “I don't tell people I'm a musician” ft. Peter One
Omar Offendum
A rapper, poet, and griot, creator behind the Little Syria Show
Little Syria Show
Episode: “Syrians must go back" ft. Omar Offendum
Satomi Matsuzaki
Lead singer and bass player in Deerhoof.
Deerhoof
Episode: “I sound like an alien to them” ft. Satomi Matsuzaki
Lalin St Juste
Haitian-American vocalist, composer, and songwriter
Episode: “I can speak to my ancestors through this” ft. Lalin St Juste
Mon Rovîa
Liberian-American, Afro-Apalachian folk artist
Independent artist
Episode: "Why I was spared" ft. Mon Rovîa
Dayme Arocena
Afro-Cuban singer and composer known for her powerful voice and fusion of traditional Afro-Cuban and contemporary music styles.
Episode: “I’m ready for that transformation” ft. Dayme Arocena

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Meklit Hadero
Host of Movement, an Ethiopian-American singer whose work centers around storytelling through music, focusing on issues of migration and identity.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Compelled thoughts

    I love listening to the stories of the lives and journey of the various artists and less known creative geniuses on this podcast. The conversation with Meklit flows with ease as they explore sometimes difficult topics of their countries of origin, their need to create and express their whole authentic selves is deeply moving!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NunuKid
    United States2 months ago
  • 22 nights

    Thank you Meklit, I love the amazing story of the singer from Cambodia.

    Keep up the good job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YKIFLE
    United States10 months ago
  • Wonderful

    If you want to weep softly while you walk your dogs, this moving storytelling podcast is for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boot Scootin' Choogie
    Canada2 years ago
  • Loving this podcast, Thank you !

    Thank you, Meklit for bringing music and sound to life with these thoughtful and engaging interviews!! Knowing the back story of an artist enables me to listen and appreciate their music on a whole other level, and it brings entirely new flavors and emotions out of their sounds! “Movement” reminds us that all music has a it’s own one of a kind journey, though influences and instincts, challenges and triumphs, and makes me want to hear the stories and journeys of all kinds of artists to appre... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tecuya Ridge
    United States2 years ago
  • What A Gift!!!

    This podcast carries such spirit with its conversations and stories. Meklit is the perfect host and I am so grateful for this window into the world 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beebahbeat
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the emotional depth and unique storytelling found in each episode.
Many listeners express gratitude for the insights into the lives and experiences of artists from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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“I don't tell people I'm a musician” ft. Peter One
Q: How did you decide to leave Cote d'Ivoire and come to the US?
The political atmosphere was getting scary, and the country was going through some economical difficulty.
“I don't tell people I'm a musician” ft. Peter One
Q: Was there a moment that you got sort of serious about music?
I got serious about music after we released the first album in 1985.
“I don't tell people I'm a musician” ft. Peter One
Q: What was going through your mind when you were hearing it?
It took me to somewhere. I was at this kind of music. The guitars, the voices, the effects. I never heard of something like that.
“Syrians must go back" ft. Omar Offendum
Q: Why is it important for you to tell this story now?
Omar believes that his identity and artistic practice is deeply influenced by his upbringing and the legacies of his family. He emphasizes the importance of remembering the shared histories and cultural roots that transcend arbitrary national borders.
"Syria is finally free" ft. Hello Psychaleppo
Q: Do you see yourself returning to Aleppo at some point?
Samer expressed uncertainty about returning, acknowledging that Aleppo has changed significantly, and familiar places are no longer there.

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This podcast offers a rich exploration of migration through the lens of music, focusing on the stories and experiences of artists from diverse backgrounds. Significant themes include the intersection of identity, citizenship, and the emotional landscapes shaped by borders and personal histories. Episodes feature deeply personal narratives, reflecting on how these artists' journeys inform their music and cultural contributions, often intertwining poignant storytelling with social commentary on contemporary immigration issues. It stands out for its commitment to blending artistry with advocacy, giving listeners a unique perspective on how migration shapes human experience through sound and story.

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Movement with Meklit Hadero launched 3 years ago and published 45 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Movement with Meklit Hadero include:

1. Ali Sethi
2. Ana Tijoux
3. Lupita Infante
4. Peter One
5. Omar Offendum
6. Satomi Matsuzaki
7. Lalin St Juste
8. Mon Rovîa

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