SKY IS BLACK: Recent Episodes
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In this extended YouTube edition, BC and Anton discuss their favorite Olympic moments, Season One of the Netflix series, Supacell, and how far they’re willing to go to support Black businesses. You be the judge.
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In this episode, Anton and BC discuss the recent Octavia Butler symposium, the Black-owned water bottle company, SUPLMNT, and why the care of beautiful Black skin must be taken seriously.
BC and Anton discuss the Venice Art Biennale, the African American Board Leadership Institute, and why Black solidarity is the only way forward for the global, Pan-African family.
In this episode, Anton and BC discuss the Apple TV+ series, Foundation, the Black-owned, sustainable paper company, REEL, and the controversial Netflix reboot of the TV sitcom, Good Times. Aint we lucky we got 'em...
BC and Anton discuss the new Disney+ animated series, Iwaju, the popular Apple+ series, Foundation, and enjoy Hot & Spicy Teff Puffs from the London-based, Ethiopian-owned company, LOVEGRASS.
In this episode, Anton and BC enjoy Tefftastic snacks, share funny moments from their SKY IS BLACK video rehearsal, and take turns experiencing the brand new Apple Vision Pro. SKY is visual...
*Look out for our new YouTube channel, and be sure to follow us on Instagram for news, views, info, and updates. SKY is social...
In this episode, BC and Anton discuss Pan-African books and movies, the African Cup of Nations, and announce their third SKY IS BLACK Person of the Year. Drum roll, please.
Happy New Year!
In this first episode of 2024, Anton and BC enjoy a very inspiring conversation with their most recent SKY IS BLACK Person of the Year, Nikkolas Smith.
In this extended edition, Anton and BC return to discuss their recent conversation with wellness coach, Michelle Emmanuelle, the bold new film, The Creator, and all the things they missed during their unplanned hiatus. Blessed are the peacemakers.
BC and Anton discuss rest, resilience, and sustainable change with wellness coach and consultant, Michelle Emmanuelle.
Anton and BC enjoy “Ujamaa snacks” as they discuss BRICS, the new Netflix series, Supa Team 4, and what they’ve learned so far this season about artificial intelligence.
BC and Anton discuss Pan-African storytelling, Idris Elba's Sherbro Island City, and the upcoming book from author and artivist, Nikkolas Smith.
Anton and BC discuss investing with artificial intelligence, the Netflix documentary, Descendant, and the African-American sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha.
BC and Anton discuss the new Disney+ series, Kizazi Moto, the epic adventure series once developed for Idris Elba, and the wearable A.I. pin from tech startup company, Humane.
Anton and BC discuss the OceanGate sub explosion, the controversial A.I. device, Moxie, and the power of culturally empowering films for Black girls.
BC and Anton preview Season 2 of Year of Ujamaa, and also discuss eclectic singer-songwriter Meklit, the lack of empowering cultural films for black boys, and the visionary filmmaking partnership between Idris Elba and Mo Abudu.
*You can follow Meklit on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Spotify, and learn more at www.meklitmusic.com
Anton and BC discuss Africa Day, the musical film adaption of The Color Purple, and the Elvis Mitchell documentary, Is That Black Enough for You?
Comments from Elvis Mitchell were produced by the American Film Institute** (AFI). You can follow them on Twitter @AmericanFilm, and learn more at https://www.afi.com.
BC and Anton discuss the AI-inspired movie,The Creator, Michelle Obama’s new beverage company, PLEZI, and the historic, visionary exhibition from architect Lesley Lokko.
Comments from Lesley Lokko were produced by ArchDaily**. You can follow ArchDaily on Twitter @ArchDaily, and learn more at www.archdaily.com.
In this episode, Anton and BC discuss Elon Musk’s “truth” GPT, Black-owned AI companies, and the African Union’s 40-year roadmap to a new African renaissance.
*Remarks are from MarketForce CEO and co-founder, Tesh Mbaabu, in conversation with NALA founder, Benjamin Fernandes, and LELAPA co-founders, Jade Abbott and Pelonomi Moiloa, during a “fireside” chat with SisonkeBiotik.
In this portion of the conversation, BC and Anton discuss the future of public education, the new school they’re developing in Ethiopia, and a few financial tools designed by people of African descent….
In the second half of the discussion, Anton and BC grapple with DAIR’s response to the “AI Pause” letter, contemplate whether or not an AI oversight agency is even possible, and casually chit chat about Riches, Westworld, and remarks from the President of Ghana.
Anton and BC discuss the Apple TV+ film, The Banker, the Black-owned company, Happy Hues, and the possibility of more promising AI-driven future.
Anton and BC discuss the Apple TV+ film, The Banker, the Black-owned company, Happy Hues, and the possibility of more promising AI-driven future.
BC and Anton discuss Mutale Nkonde, the accuracy of Stochastic Parrots, and the evolving battle to address toxicity in artificial intelligence.
Anton and BC discuss their conversation with Timnit Gebru, the Black Pot Supper Club, and the presence and impact of pareidolia in AI.
They're back! BC and Anton welcome Timnit Gebru, founder of the Distributed AI Research Institute, for a discussion about chatGPT, her childhood in Addis Ababa, and a growing evil lurking within some corners of the A.I. ecosystem.
In the finale of Season One, Anton and BC discuss Wakanda Forever, a bevy of movies and A.I. books, and formally announce the official 2022 SKY IS BLACK Person of the Year.
In the finale of Season One, Anton and BC discuss Wakanda Forever, a bevy of movies and A.I. books, and formally announce the official 2022 SKY IS BLACK Person of the Year.
In the finale of Season One, Anton and BC discuss Wakanda Forever, a bevy of movies and A.I. books, and formally announce the official 2022 SKY IS BLACK Person of the Year.
Anton and BC welcome Dr. Ashuanta Anderson for a discussion about cultural pride reinforcement, the power of children’s books, and how we can propel all children closer to our collective Wakanda.
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Ashaunta T. Anderson, MD, MPH, MSHS is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Anderson received her bachelor’s degree in Human Biology at Stanford University, and her MD at Harvard Medical School. After her residency at Baylor, she completed public health degrees in the Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health Policy and the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program at UCLA. Dr. Anderson’s current research explores the origins of health disparities in the social environments of early childhood. Her work is particularly focused on the impact of early school readiness and racial socialization on later academic achievement and related health outcomes. She has conducted a number of qualitative assessments of early childhood educators, pediatricians, and minority parents with the goal of developing a culturally appropriate way to enhance a child’s education, health, and resilience in a multi-ethnic society.
In this episode, Anton and BC discuss MacArthur fellow Joseph Drew Lanham, THE farmer Ken Sparks, and their personal experiences gardening, hiking, and camping.
BC and Anton welcome visionary agriculturalist Ken Sparks for a conversation about food deserts, community gardens, and the future of urban farming. Let’s eat…
In this episode, Anton and BC discuss the new documentary “Is That Black Enough for You?”, their recent conversation with Asmelash Teka, and the shocking artificial intelligence realities revealed by DAIR.
Anton and BC discuss the “Little Black Mermaid,” the second Wakanda Forever trailer, and the new Nigerian Disney series, Iwaju.
Anton and BC welcome Asmelash Teka Hadgu, the co-founder and CTO of Lesan.ai, a translation platform bringing vernacular digital content to Ethiopian and Eritrean language speakers. THIS brings us closer to Wakanda…
BC and Anton discuss the Black millionaire mindset, the Pan-Africon AI Conference in Addis Ababa, and the glorious rebirth of AfricaTown, the historic city of refuge located in the southern United States. The conversation continues…
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In this portion, Anton and BC discuss the new Predator movie, Prey, consider how a person becomes vibranium infused, and reflect on the new African virtual space, Ubuntuland. The conversation continues…
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Anton and BC welcome Ethiopian architect, Nahom Teklu, for a raw and audio-challenged conversation about city making, heritage preservation, and the future of Addis Ababa. Many more conversations to come…
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Anton and BC discuss Wakanda Forever, the new format for the podcast, and the empowering and inspiring art of Ethiopian Afrofuturist, Fanuel Leul.
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"I am a digital artist who currently lives and works in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Africa. In my artwork, traditional elements are brought to life with contrasting and harmonious compositions of futuristic technology. I would say my distinctive personal style has an Afrofuturistic theme that emanates joy and peace, a way that most of Africa is currently not depicted.
Even though I have a BFA from Alle School of Fine Arts in Industrial Design and Fine Art, I consider myself a self-taught artist. I have been creating digital artwork for five years now, honing my theme and skills throughout the years. My vision is to re-awaken and inspire other African artists so that we get to tell our stories in our own way." - Fanuel Leul
For complete show notes, and to support authors and independent booksellers, please visit SKY IS BLACK. To learn more about our other shows and events, please visit www.recollect.media.
Anton and BC welcome Dr. Lavonya Jones, Director of the Georgia Social Impact Collaborative, and discuss the African Youth Survey, pictures from the new Webb telescope, and the reasons for Lagos, Nigeria being named "the second worst livable city in the world." Atlanta, stand up! Lagos, stand up!
BC and Anton welcome the founder of the ONE AFRICA movement, Mika Chavala, and discuss Invest Fest, the crypto country, Afropolitan, and the reopening of London’s historic Africa Centre.
Anton and BC welcome Aisha Nyandoro from Springboard to Opportunities, and discuss Chipper Cash, the African Futures Institute, and the brave new film, Neptune Frost.
BC and Anton discuss architect Mariam Kamara, the African Futures Institute, and the repatriation of Benin’s artistic heritage.
BC and Anton welcome architect Dawit Benti, and discuss Addis Ababa, Messob Tower, and 2022 Pritzker Prize winner, Francis Kere.
They're back! Anton and BC welcome Beserat Debebe from ETAN Comics, and discuss artist Ernie Barnes, Rwanda's role in the UK's refugee crisis, and their evolving understanding of so-called "Afrofuturism."
BC and Anton welcome Ricki Fairley, founder of Touch, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, and discuss Rwanda, Tefftastic, and the LA Times Festival of Books.
BC and Anton discuss Selam Bank, 2014, and the three women who have made Anton a better man.
Anton and BC discuss Eswatini, the Battle of Adwa, and the launch of Mika Chavala's One Africa.
BC and Anton welcome John Hervey of Beyond Time Comics, and discuss BLCK VC, children's books, and the power of authentic storytelling.
Anton and BC welcome Edmund Otubuah from Seed at the Table, and discuss Slauson&Co., the African Union, and a new report from BLCK VC.
BC and Anton discuss LEGOS, the Black Artist and Designers Guild, and a few of the artists they expect to be in the Wakanda National Art Museum.
BC and Anton discuss the Millionaire Mastermind Academy, the truth about Thomas Jefferson, and the new education platform www.reconstruction.us.
Anton and BC discuss vegan hair extensions, fake medicine in Africa, and Martin Luther King’s contribution to the Star Trek franchise.
Anton and BC discuss the Museum of the African Diaspora, why African languages matter, and how soon we might actually see a real-world Wakanda.
BC and Anton discuss Ethiopian Christmas, Sheba's Jewels, and where exactly, on earth, Wakanda will manifest.
Anton and BC discuss responsible spending, Ben and Jerry's ice cream, and their new companion podcast, Year of Ujamaa.
In this episode, BC and Anton discuss white supremacist terminology, how “African” African-Americans are, and Anton’s newfound love for Kwanzaa.
BC and Anton welcome Kristin Little and Alexia Brown from the Peachtree Minority Venture Fund, and discuss Elon Musk, the Black Comic Book Festival, and what to do with the soon-to-be melted Robert E. Lee monument.
Anton and BC have a Zoom chat about Christmas songs, the new DAIR institute, and where to shop in Wakanda.
Anton and BC discuss Ai-da the poetic robot, living a meaningful life, and how to be a useful ally.
BC and Anton discuss chagaccinos, the Black and Missing Foundation, and their upcoming podcast, Year of Ujamaa.
Anton and BC discuss Afrochella, the Student Freedom Initiative, and preserving Black mental health.
In this episode, Anton and BC discuss intelligent NFTs, Ghanian architect David Adjaye, and the necessity of racially conscious health care.
Anton and BC discuss singularity, Facebook's metaverse, and the "inevitable" confrontation between humanity and artificial intelligence.
Anton and BC discuss deep fakes, Henrietta Lacks, and doomsday vaccine conspiracies.
SKY IS BLACK is a production of RECOLLECT Media. To purchase books, please visit our curated collection at https://bookshop.org/shop/RECOLLECT. To learn more about our other shows and events, including the first annual Pan-African Food Festival, please visit our website at www.recollect.media.
Anton and BC discuss avatar supermodels, stolen African art, and stained glass at the Washington National Cathedral.
Anton and BC discuss Facebook, Nike, and Black tech news.
ABC’s Wide World of Sports Intro
https://youtu.be/Vv368yWOSas
…and what ever happened to that guy?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_ZvwIFbXMM
National Brotherhood of Skiers
https://www.nbs.org
Game of Thrones
https://www.hbo.com/game-of-thrones
HowItShouldHaveEnded
https://www.howitshouldhaveended.com
Lost
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0411008/
Black in AI
https://blackinai.github.io/#/
Google Mistakenly Tags Black People
https://www.wsj.com/articles/BL-DGB-42522
https://www.wired.com/story/when-it-comes-to-gorillas-google-photos-remains-blind/
FaceBook Whistleblower
https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/03/tech/facebook-whistleblower-60-minutes/index.html
Google sets up $50M investment in African startups
https://techcrunch.com/2021/10/06/google-sets-up-50m-fund-to-invest-in-african-startups/
A Piece of the Action
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0076543/
Africa Tech Summit
https://www.africatechsummit.com
AfroTech 2021
https://www.experience.afrotech.com
AngelList Stack
https://www.angellist.com/stack
Nike Dividend History
https://www.nasdaq.com/market-activity/stocks/nke/dividend-history
https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/5-top-dividend-stocks-footwear-industry-2017-04-01
BLCK VC
https://www.blckvc.org
MacArthur Fellows
https://www.macfound.org/programs/fellows/
KCRW/National Public Radio
https://www.npr.org
https://www.kcrw.com
TopTechGeek
https://twitter.com/RealTopTechGeek
Alexa/Siri Always Listening
https://xkcd.com/1807/
Being TireWise
https://www.nhtsa.gov/equipment/tires#topic-being-tirewise
Toast Your Spices
https://www.bonappetit.com/story/toast-whole-spices
SKY IS BLACK is a production of RECOLLECT Media. To learn more about other shows and events, please visit our website at www.recollect.media. To purchase books, and support independent booksellers, please visit our collection at bookshop.org/RECOLLECT. You can find us on on Twitter @theskyisblack, as well as on Facebook and Instagram.
Anton & BC riff on a variety of subjects - venture capital, the Ethiopian calendar, #BlackGirlDads - and applaud those building our shared Afrofuture.
SKY IS BLACK is a production of RECOLLECT Media. To learn more about other shows and events, please visit our website at www.recollect.media. To purchase books, and support independent booksellers, please visit our collection at bookshop.org/RECOLLECT. You can find us on on Twitter @theskyisblack, as well as on Facebook and Instagram.
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”
― Seneca
To learn about Sistah SciFi, visit https://sistahscifi.com
To learn about Grace Gipson, visit https://blackfuturefeminist.com
To learn about Date for Black Lives, visit www.d4bl.org
To learn about Releaf, visit www.releaf.africa
To learn about the Black Venture Capital Consortium, visit https://www.bvcc.vc
To learn about Wakanda Dream Lab, visit https://www.wakandadreamlab.com
How Long Til Black Future Month?
https://sistahscifi.com/products/how-long-til-black-future-month-paperback
What Do You Do with a Chance?
https://www.esowonbookstore.com/book/9781943200733
REFERENCES
Forbes article: “Black Founders Are Missing Out On Venture Funding For Diversity Hiring Platforms” by Rebekah Bastian
https://www.forbes.com/sites/rebekahbastian/2021/09/17/black-founders-are-missing-out-on-venture-funding-for-diversity-hiring-platforms/?sh=3d719f4a2b98
LA Times article: “Why Are Donut Boxes Pink?” by David Pierson
https://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-pink-doughnut-boxes-20170525-htmlstory.html
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― African Proverb
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