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In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discussed various topics related to African news. They started by discussing the use of fallen heroes for campaigning in the US and the hypocrisy of former President Donald Trump.

They then moved on to analyse an article from the Financial Times about middle power competition in Africa, highlighting the importance of industrialisation for African countries. The conversation also covers the recent coup in Gabon and the involvement of France in African politics.

They conclude by discussing Denmark's new African strategy and the ongoing struggle for African independence. The conversation explores the debt crisis in Africa and its catastrophic implications. It highlights the predictable nature of the crisis, as African countries continue to borrow without addressing the root cause of their inability to repay.

The discussion emphasised the need for African countries to focus on industrialisation and self-sufficiency rather than relying on foreign aid and loans. It also touches on the role of Western countries and financial institutions in perpetuating Africa's dependency and the lack of respect shown towards the continent.

They also called for African leaders to unite and negotiate better terms for debt repayment.

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In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various topics including the history department at Howard University, the DNC's convention, two-tier policing in the UK, the US military's presence in Niger, and the diplomatic fallout between Mali and Ukraine.

They critique the media's coverage of these issues and highlight the need for critical analysis and questioning of narratives. The conversation covers various topics, including the proxy wars between Ukraine and Russia in Africa, the political situation in Sudan, the biased reporting of Western media, and the need for Africans to engage with and challenge Western narratives.

It also discusses the recent protests in Nigeria and Kenya, the role of history in understanding the present condition of African countries, and the commodification of African resources by Western powers.

The conversation concludes with a discussion on the demonization of Africans and the importance of decolonizing our minds.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Milton Allimadi's Return to School
03:12 Discussion on the DNC Convention and Race Issues in the UK
10:34 US Military's Withdrawal from Niger
19:23 Diplomatic Fallout between Mali and Ukraine
31:02 Critique of Media Coverage and Narratives
37:46 Proxy Wars and Genocides in Africa
44:06 Protests in Nigeria and Kenya
57:55 Ronald Lamola and South Africa's Relations with the West
01:04:30 The Role of the Media in Shaping Public Opinion
01:11:41 The Commodification of Africa and Its Resources

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In this episode, The host, Adesoji Iginla spoke to Social Commentator, Azubuike Madujibeya on the burning question - Is There Racism in the United Kingdom, The conversation discussed the recent events in the United Kingdom following the killing of three young children in Southport. It explored the role of the media in stoking racial and ethnic tensions, the history of racism in the UK, and the impact of colonization and imperialism.

The conversation also highlighted the importance of understanding the contributions of African and Caribbean soldiers in World War II and the need for critical thinking and accurate information in combating racism. Adesoji and Azubuike also delved into the racial categorisation of black and white, highlighting the complexities and inconsistencies in these terms. It explores the historical and ongoing mistreatment of black individuals in the UK, including instances of racism and violence.

The discussion also touched on the Windrush scandal, where individuals invited to the UK were later targeted and deported. The importance of studying and sharing knowledge to combat ignorance and address pressing issues like climate change was emphasised.

The conversation concluded with a quote from the late writer Toni Morrison on the function of racism as a distraction.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context
01:02 The Killing of Three Young Children and the Outpouring of Rage
02:49 Violence Erupts at the Vigil and Targeting of the Local Mosque
03:46 The Role of the Media in Fueling Fear and Divisions
06:22 The Influence of Politicians in Stoking Racial and Ethnic Tensions
08:26 Is the UK a Racist Country? Examining Historical Context
10:34 The Legacy of Imperialism and Colonization
12:32 The Arrival of Windrush Generation and Indian Nationals
14:42 Race Riots and Violence Against Black People in the UK
17:16 The Need for Migrants and the Irony of Anti-Immigrant Sentiments
18:19 The Role of Media in Shaping Public Opinion
20:21 The Decline of Print Media and the Use of Language to Manipulate
23:25 The Influence of Enoch Powell and the Media's Role in Racism
26:18 The Importance of Facts and Critical Thinking
29:10 The Deliberate Omission of History and the Impact of the Class System
32:05 Racial Categorization in the UK
33:19 Historical Incidents of Racism
35:58 The Windrush Scandal
44:11 The Power of Studying and Sharing Knowledge
48:26 Unveiling the Fallacies of Winston Churchill
54:39 Addressing Real Pressing Issues
01:01:45 Racism as a Distraction

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