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The Africas VS. America

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In 1985, police dropped a bomb in a Philadelphia neighborhood. Their target? A family of Black radicals known as ‘MOVE,’ who found themselves ensnared in a city — and nation’s — domestic war on Black Liberation. Over seven episodes, host Matthew Amha investigates the events that culminated in the MOVE bombing, and the long afterlife of a forgotten American tragedy. All episodes are available ad-fr... more

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In this live discussion from the Hot Docs festival, Matthew joins Falen Johnson on stage to speak about the stories journalists choose to tell — and how they tell them. He reflects on the personal cost of infusing his own experiences into his journal... more

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In this On Air Fest exclusive, host Matthew Amha sits down with activist and MOVE member Mike Africa Jr. to discuss the making of The Africas VS. America and the ethical challenges of telling a family's carefully-guarded story. Mike Jr. opens up abou... more

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In the early hours of May 13, 1985, police direct residents of Osage Avenue in West Philadelphia to leave their homes, and not return for 24 hours. It’s Mother’s Day, and authorities have come to resolve a years-long conflict with a family of local r... more

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A quiet and reclusive young man is conscripted to war in Korea and returns having been made anew. Vincent Leaphart becomes the enigmatic John Africa, whose revolutionary vision will prove irresistible to followers seeking a new way of living. But wha... more

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Questionable Journalism

    I wanted to love this series but I can’t look past the blatant disregard of documented abuse within move. The father of Birdie Africa was interviewed for this, he has spoken out in depth about Move’s violent efforts to keep Birdie away from him. Many other members of Move, including Mike Jr’s own sister, were subject to child sexual abuse. There’s active blog and community of ex move members who have preserved archival records evidencing Move’s abuse, ideological backwardness, colorism, extortio... more

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    Cris N. Garcia
    United States10 months ago
  • MORE OF THIS PLEASE!!

    In-depth investigative journalism, exceptionally well written, edited, mixed, produced etc. with such an important story to be told. A story that many are unaware of and for those that are aware, almost certainly they weren’t taught half the true authentic details. Please share this with everyone but especially those who need a better truer understanding of just how robust racism remains today. Share it now with George Santos before Ron DiSanites finds some way to have this banned.

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    5
    Magpie Jinx
    United Statesa year ago
  • Normally CBC podcasts are 5 stars

    Normally I love CBC podcasts but I found a lot of issues with this podcast. First, the good parts: Matthew seems very interested in the subject and he conveys it well. I really love his voice and I would listen to future podcasts by him. The problem is that I would doubt the information in future podcasts because this podcast was filled with alternative facts. I understand wanting to believe everything the Africas told you, however as an investigative journalist, it’s your job to research and de... more

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    jcgla
    United Statesa year ago
  • excellent.

    this show represents the very best of journalism/reporting AND podcasting. it isn’t often that happens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    578adam
    Canadaa year ago
  • podlover66

    Best podcast of the year so far. Everyone should be listening to this incredible series. Strongly reported, beautiful written, wonderful audio. Should be on everyone’s must-listen lists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podlover66
    Canadaa year ago

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