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Recent Guests

Dr. Marc Sommers
Researcher, writer, diplomat, teacher, and photographer
University of Georgia Press
Episode: Marc Sommers, "We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone" (U Georgia Press, 2023)
Minna Salami
Writer, social critic, and thought leader on feminism
Episode: Can Feminism be African?: A Conversation with Minna Salami
Dr. Jessica Reuther
Associate Professor of History and Teaching Affiliate in the African American Studies program
Ball State University
Episode: Jessica Catherine Reuther, "The Bonds of Kinship in Dahomey: Portraits of West African Girlhood, 1720–1940" (Indiana UP, 2025)
Eric H. Cline
Professor of classics and anthropology at George Washington University, author of several books on ancient history
George Washington University
Episode: Eric H. Cline, "Love, War, and Diplomacy: The Discovery of the Amarna Letters and the Bronze Age World They Revealed" (Princeton UP, 2025)
Dr. Adeoye Akinola
Associate Professor of Politics and International Relations
University of Johannesburg
Episode: Two Decades On: The African Union, Power, and Africa’s Democratic Future
Martha Biondi
Professor of Black Studies and History at Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Episode: Martha Biondi, "We Are Internationalists: Prexy Nesbitt and the Fight for African Liberation" (U California Press, 2025)
Loic De Canniere
Economist and author focused on demographics and labor markets in Africa
Anthem Press
Episode: Loic De Canniere, "The Future of Employment in Africa: Demography, Labour Markets and Welfare" (Anthem, 2025)
Dr. Claudia Gastrow
Assistant Professor of Anthropology and author of The Aesthetics of Belonging.
North Carolina State University
Episode: Claudia Gastrow, "The Aesthetics of Belonging: Indigenous Urbanism and City Building in Oil-Boom Luanda" (UNC Press Books, 2024)
Dr. Aria Fani
Assistant Professor and Director of Persian and Iranian Studies at the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: Aria Fani, "Reading Across Borders: Afghans, Iranians, and Literary Nationalism" (U Texas Press, 2024)

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Caleb Zakarin
Editor at New Books Network, brings expertise in curating discussions related to scholarly publications.

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  • Colonial, White Perspective

    Just listened to the podcast episode called “The Future of Africa: a Discussion with James A Robinson” and it was the most colonial, white-supremist perspective I’ve ever heard of. James A Robinson needs to read “How Europe Underdeveloped Africa” by Walter Rodney and stop acting like it’s Africa’s fault for not having technological and societal advancements in the same way Europe & Asia did. Any “advancement”Europe had was not just happenstance, but entirely because of the domination and extract... more

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    BurtonR
    Australia3 years ago
  • Max Siollun’s book interview!

    Max Siollun carried the interview, he was both enthusiastic and current. I can’t wait to read his latest book “What Britain did to Nigeria.”

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    T Drinker
    United States4 years ago
  • Reviewer’s tone

    I especially enjoy the reviews given pre-2019. The hosts were better public speakers in the beginning of this series. Any interview conducted by Host Nicholas Walton was a great!

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    T Drinker
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    This is an excellent podcast. Always interesting book topics and insightful q

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Yolanda Aixelà-Cabré, "African Women’s Histories in European Narratives: The Afropolitan Krio Fernandino Diaspora (1850-1996)" (Leuven UP, 2025)
Q: What was the ultimate conclusion about the descendants of the Krio Fernandos in the 1990s?
Their descendants, fortunate enough to have had wealthy and influential parents, managed to integrate into middle-class society; however, the influence and recognition of their heritage have diminished over time due to political and social shifts.
Yolanda Aixelà-Cabré, "African Women’s Histories in European Narratives: The Afropolitan Krio Fernandino Diaspora (1850-1996)" (Leuven UP, 2025)
Q: Could you introduce this people, their ethnic origins and their position among other groups in the region?
The Krio Fernandinos were liberated people of multi-ethnic origins, including Nigerian and Sierra Leonean backgrounds, who settled in Equatorial Guinea and faced challenges integrating with the local population.
Marc Sommers, "We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone" (U Georgia Press, 2023)
Q: How were Rambo gangs recognized by those fleeing from them?
Rambo gangs were identifiable by their uniforms, which included red bandanas and heavy drug use, indicating their fierce reputation.
Marc Sommers, "We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone" (U Georgia Press, 2023)
Q: Why was it that Bob Marley, Tupac, and Rambo were the heroes decided on?
They symbolize a rejection of the status quo and resonate deeply with alienated youth who couldn't find local heroes.
Marc Sommers, "We the Young Fighters: Pop Culture, Terror, and War in Sierra Leone" (U Georgia Press, 2023)
Q: So why Taylor and why this kind of war?
Because the specific way that the war started couldn't have happened without Charles Taylor's involvement, who is known for his innovations in terror-based warfare.

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Books in African Studies

What is New Books in African Studies about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features in-depth interviews with scholars concentrating on African studies, covering a wide array of topics related to history, culture, and politics across the African continent. Each episode typically involves discussions on newly published books, allowing listeners to gain insights into both contemporary and historical discourse surrounding Africa and its diverse societies. The episodes often tackle complex themes such as colonial legacies, feminism, human rights, environmental issues, and the socio-political dynamics within various African nations, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Africa beyond surface-level narratives.

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