Kwanza opens with “Old Woman, Sing Me a Song,” a breathtaking spoken-word tribute to his mother who held on to her wisdom, resilience and grace. From there, we follow the poetry back to its origins and forward to our own responsibilities.
In this episode, we explore:
* How a music-making trip to Jamaica completely reshaped his perspective on culture and gratitude.
* The heart of African oral tradition, where folktales, drumming, song, and poetry aren't separate lanes—they are one shared road.
* Why stories, rhythms, and a well-timed laugh can carry a lesson so much further than a lecture ever could.
Whether you prefer to watch or listen, you won't want to miss this one!
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0:00 A Poetic Opening
0:30 Reciting the Verse
3:41 Meet the Storyteller
5:26 Travels That Changed Everything
7:59 The Roots of Folktales
11:13 In the Presence of Greatness
23:35 The Tortoise and the Birds
47:54 Standing Up for Principles