The RASA Podcast
By RASA Cultural Club
The RASA PodcastOct 01, 2021
Season 2 Episode 1: African Entertainers in Mainstream Media (Part 2)
Welcome to the second season of the RASA Podcast! In this episode we are talking with a few entertainers in the diaspora about their art, experience, influences and background. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me mao5@rice.ed if you have any comments or questions or if you would like to be spotlighted.
Guest Socials:
Instagram: Zarion Uti
Music Selection:
"Rain or Shine" by Zarion Uti ft. Buju
"Searching" by Ms. Ugonna
Season 2 Episode 1: African Entertainers in Mainstream Media (Part 1)
Welcome to the second season of the RASA Podcast! In this episode we are talking with a few entertainers in the diaspora about their art, experience, influences and background. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me mao5@rice.ed if you have any comments or questions or if you would like to be spotlighted.
Guest Socials:
Instagram: ofilidesigns
msugonna
Music Selection: "Searching" by Ms. Ugonna
The RASA Podcast Special Episode: Freshmen Takeover!!
In this episode, we are joined by RASA's Class of 2024 as they lead the discussion focused on their experiences so far into their first year of college and ,for some, their first major time in the States. From their introduction in O-Week to their anticipations of Beer Bike, we discuss all the major points in their Rice career and how their African identity played a part in shaping it. This episode was recorded in an experimental in-person set up within the new Multicultural Center (MCC) on Rice's campus. We hope you enjoy! Also listen out for the end of the podcast for the Songs of the Day!
The RASA Podcast Alumni Spotlight Episode 4: Samuel Soyebo
Welcome back to the Alumni Spotlight on the RASA Podcast! In this episode, we talk with Samuel Soyebo about his time at Rice and his current experiences at Northrop Grumman as a mechanical engineer. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me @ eom2@rice.edu if you have any comments or questions or if you would like to be spotlighted.
Guest Socials:
Instagram: @uncle_sammo_
Twitter: @uncle_sammo
Email: sammysoyebo@gmail.com
The RASA Podcast Alumni Spotlight Episode 3: Muna Uzodike
Welcome back to the Alumni Spotlight on the RASA Podcast! In this episode, we talk with Muna Uzodike, class of 2019, about her time at Rice and her current experiences at Dell Medical School of UTAustin in Austin, TX. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me @ eom2@rice.edu if you have any comments or questions or if you would like to be spotlighted.
Guest Socials:
Instagram: @munachi_uzodike
Twitter: @monana2411
Email: muzodike@gmail.com
Coffee Chats with Professors Episode 3: Dr. Elias Bongmba
Meet Dr. Elias Kifon Bongmba! He is a beloved professor and department chair of Religion at Rice University and long time supporter of RASA and the Black community. In this episode, we uncover topics like his background and history with RASA, insight on how the COVID 19 pandemic is affecting Africa, and some hopeful messages for students. If you would like to reach out to him about anything or just share your thoughts with him on this episode, his email is bongmba@rice.edu. We hope that these chats with professors give you more insight into the wonderful role models and support systems we have in the Rice community. Happy listening!!!
Also listen out for the end of the podcast for the Song of the Day!
The RASA Podcast Special Episode: Diversify Our Narrative ft. Axel Ntamatungiro
In today’s special episode, we are joined by a special group of high school students called Diversify Our Narrative (D.O.N.). D.O.N. is a student-led initiative fighting to expand curriculums with anti-racist texts within HISD's schools through productive dialogue on race and identity among our many student bodies. In this episode, we discuss implementing more African authors in highschool students’ curriculum and how this change can benefit the education system as a whole. We attempt to break down the real reason why this change has not happened before. This conversation is also supported by wise words from former DOC, Axel Ntamatungiro! Attached below is more information on D.O.N. including their recommended reading list and a link to their petition in order to actually motivate the change. Please enjoy the episode and sign the petition!!!! Also listen out for the end of the podcast for the Song of the Day!
Website:
https://donhisd.wixsite.com/donhisd
https://docs.google.com/document/d/123DN2s1JRCvvgNyWkg5mbCjzeLDcMlGO-baQlDlfAcw/edit
Petition:
The RASA Podcast Special Episode: Quenby×RASA
The Quenby house joins RASA, with host Magdah Omer, to share their experience living off-campus and cultivating connection and friendship with the bros. We talk about everything ranging from being Black in STEM, Black at Rice, experiences with Black Flight, youth development, and so much more. Listen in on this casual and exciting conversation to get to know how the Quenby house came to be, and as always let us know of any thoughts you have! Please enjoy!
Podcast song: Bampa2Bampa by Navy Kenzo ft. Nandy
The RASA Podcast Alumni Spotlight Episode 2: Mekedlawit Setegne
Welcome back to the Alumni Spotlight on the RASA Podcast! In this episode, we talk with Mekedlawit Setegne, class of 2019, about her time at Rice and her current experiences at Stanford Graduate School. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me , Edesiri Mushale, @ eom2@rice.edu if you have any comments or questions or if you would like to be spotlighted.
Guest Socials:
Instagram: @babyblueekid
Twitter: @babyblueekid
Email: msetegne@stanford.edu
Coffee Talks with Professors Episode 2: Dr. Alexander Byrd
Meet Dr. Alexander Byrd! He is the Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Associate Professor in the History Department, Co-Chair of the Task Force on Slavery, Segregation, and Racial Injustice and the faculty sponsor for RASA! In this podcast, we dive into his personal background and history with Rice and RASA, his roles on campus, and some hopeful messages he has for members. He really wants be able to connect and have conversations with students and has enjoyed seeing the growth in the Black community over time. His contact email is axb@rice.edu and we hope that these chats with professors give you more insight into the wonderful role models we have in our community and what they have to offer. Enjoy!
Podcast Song chosen by Dr. Byrd: Lifting Shadows by Oddisee
The RASA Podcast Episode 3: RASA Past, Present, and Future
In our special third episode, we celebrate RASA's 18th birthday by inviting some past, present, and future cherished members of the RASA community to reflect on their perspectives on continental Africa. We explore how our experiences shape our relationship and loyalty to continental Africa and compare these to those views of our parents, relatives, and mainstream media. We also explore belonging, definitions of home, and our future roles in various countries on the continent. We hope you enjoy! Also listen out for the end of the podcast for the Songs of the Day!
The RASA Podcast Episode 2: Reflections on The African Diaspora
In our second episode, we will be reviewing the African Diaspora and all the cultures within it. This discussion dives into the history leading up to the Diaspora and reflections on how members of the African Diaspora view and treat each other. A reminder that this Diaspora term should not divide us but rather unite us through our common connection. We hope you enjoy! Also listen out for the end of the podcast for some announcements and the Song of the Day!
Coffee Chats with Professors Episode 1: Dr. Daniel Domingues
Meet Dr. Daniel Domingues da Silva! He is an assistant professor of African History at Rice University and a proud member of the RASA community. In this podcast, we dive into more on how he got to where he is today, why he is a part of our organization, and some advice/resources for members. He really wants people to know that students can feel comfortable reaching out to him about anything and encourages students to take at least one class in their time at Rice about African history. His contact email is dd41@rice.edu and we hope that these chats with professors gives you more insight into the wonderful role models we have in our community and what they have to offer. Enjoy!
Podcast Song: ça bouge pas by Fally Ipupa
The RASA Podcast Alumni Spotlight Episode 1: Michael Otoo
In our premier episode of our Alumni Spotlights, we get to talk with Michael Otoo, class of 2019, about his time at Rice and his current endeavors at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. If you would like to reach out to him, his email is mso62@rwjms.rutgers.edu, and if any alumni would like to be spotlighted, please reach out to Edesiri Mushale at eom2@rice.edu. Hope you enjoy!
Podcast Song: Remember me by Fireboy DML
The RASA Podcast Episode 1: Summer Reflections and Africa's Role in BLM
In our premier episode, we will be reviewing the summer leading up to this unique fall semester at Rice University while also breaking down the role of Africans in the new Black Lives Matter Movement and sharing our views on the different experiences within African identity and Black American identity in America during this time. We hope you enjoy! Also listen out for the end of the podcast for some announcements and the Song of the Day!