The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast

Hey guys! This episode features a conversation between me and my dear friend Fábio Mariano! He is a ballet dancer for Collage Dance Collective, an organization in Memphis that has brought ballet to people of color, vastly changing the culture around ballet. Mariano is from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and has lived in Memphis for 6 years. Both he and I talk about ballet, dance & gender, racism in Brazil, parallels of Afro Brazilian culture and African American culture, and the recent Lula election. It was great to have him on the show! Obrigado!This is the last interview episode of season 1! As always thank you all for your support!Sources:https://collagedance.org/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilberto_FreyreGraham, Richard. The Idea of Race in Latin America: 1870-1940. Univ. of Texas Press, 2006. https://www.un.org/en/chronicle/article/racial-discrimination-and-miscegenation-experience-brazilhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Age_of_Enlightenmenthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CastaLuiz Inácio Lula da Silva-Wikipediahttps://worldcat.org/identities/lccn-n82-21520/European Immigration to BrazilSupport the show

What's good! Hola a todos! This episode features Corey Wright, one of the OG salsa dancers in the Memphis Latin dance scene! He loves music and sees salsa dancing as an art form that allows energetic self-expression. We both enjoy dancing to salsa music and enjoy the discipline of it. We also agree that it's a great way to meet people!Happy Black History Month!In this episode we talk about:How Corey Wright got into salsa dancingExperience as a Black salsa dancerSalsa Dancing as Art"Africanness" of Salsa MusicAfrican Americans recognizing the jazz influence in salsa musicGaining confidence from learning and failingThe Culture of Inclusivity in the Rumba RoomIntro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comSupport the Show.

Hey everyone! Happy New Year and Happy Martin Luther King Day! This is an important day to reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  We also must be aware of the whitewashing of his legacy and that he is extremely misunderstood. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a brilliant Black intellectual, writer, and orator. He was anti-war, anti-imperialist, and saw connections between the Vietnam War, racial issues, and the exploitation of those in poverty. Many politicians optically agree with Dr. King but don't understand how ahead of his time he was. Dr.King was a radical in the 1960s and he would be considered radical now. He was more than "I Have A Dream". Let's learn more about Dr. King. Vamos!Main topics of interest:MLK: More Than I Have A DreamWhitewashing of MLK's Legacy"Thingification of the Negro"Connecting Civil Rights Movement to BLM and CRTBlack LeftismCOINTEL-PROAtlanta's Cop City DevelopmentRacism of Steven CrowderThree Evils of U.S. SocietySources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African-American_leftismhttps://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2013/08/the-forgotten-martin-luther-king-a-radical-anti-war-leftist/279148/https://www.cnn.com/2018/01/12/us/mlk-relevance-today/index.htmlhttps://history.uga.edu/news/stories/2018/essay-why-martin-luther-king-had-75-percent-disapproval-rating-year-his-deathhttps://www.nwesd.org/ed-talks/equity/the-three-evils-of-society-address-martin-luther-king-jr/https://jeremyfassler.medium.com/you-havent-done-nothin-bernie-sanders-s-disingenuous-transformation-into-a-civil-rights-22846a4b699https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/fannie-lou-hamerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/COINTELPROhttps://shec.ashp.cuny.edu/items/show/814https://www.jstor.org/stable/20459215https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FBI%E2%80%93King_suicide_letterhttps://www.vox.com/xpress/2014/11/12/7204453/martin-luther-king-fbi-letterCrowder Goes MASK OFF, Attacks MLK On His HolidayMLK Talks 'New Phase' Of Civil Rights Struggle, 11 Months Before His Assassination | NBC NewsWhy I haven't talked about Kyrie and KanyeAngela Davis & BLM Co-Founder Alicia Garza Support the Show.

***Warning*** Heavy subject matter Hey everyone, long time no see.  Be warned that this is a heavier episode, I give my response to the recent tragedies that occurred in early September 2022: The kidnapping and murder of Eliza Fletcher and the shooting spree that happened in Memphis and North Mississippi on September 7th, 2022.I also talk about the importance of Alicia Franklin, a young Black woman who was sexually assaulted by the same suspect who kidnaped and killed Fletcher. These horrible and heartbreaking events shook up the city. I pray for the families and individuals affected by these tragic events.The main takeaway of the episode is to not give up on the city of Memphis despite these things happening. Memphians are tired but continue to bring value to this complicated and unique city.In this episode I talk about the following:Case of Eliza FletcherCase of Alicia FranklinRunner’s Tribute Eliza’s Run “Finish Eliza’s Run"Memphis shooting spreeResponses by Memphians on TwitterBriefly addressing Memphis’ crime problemHow can we make Memphis safer? How could we positively impact the city? Issues with our judicial system?Sources: https://abc7news.com/alicia-franklin-memphis-jogger-eliza-fletcher-cleotha-henderson/12247883/https://wreg.com/news/eliza-fletcher/timeline-the-eliza-fletcher-abduction-and-murder/https://nypost.com/2022/09/04/who-is-the-billionaire-family-of-missing-teacher-eliza-fletcher/https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/2022/11/02/eliza-fletcher-memphis-tn-update-advocates-want-special-investigation/69614367007/https://www.newschannel5.com/news/national/woman-says-she-was-raped-by-man-accused-of-murdering-memphis-jogger?fbclid=IwAR1p2_DJezloxFkZbPVMvo1QV9-relsrhJ_oskmAXf2ii53-O4uVac5ralshttps://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/crime/witnesses-to-take-the-stand-in-memphis-shooting-spree-suspects/522-8105a507-2eba-4631-b0b0-64885ccf2f77https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2022/09/09/finish-liza-run-memphis-running-eliza-fletcher/8014112001/Support the Show.

Hola a todos! This episode features Talia Palacio, the creator and host of La Hora de Sazón, a radio show on WYXR 97.1 FM that focuses the Latino/Latinx experience, culture, and music. Palacio is a native Memphian and was born in Panama. In our conversation, Palacio shares what it is like being raised in a bilingual household and growing up in Memphis with many cultures.  We also talk about her experience working at an HBCU.We dive into:MulticulturalismThe Growth of Hispanic & Latino/Latinx Organizations in MemphisWhat is La Hora De Sazón?Shared Struggles that Latinos & African Americans FacePanamanian CultureJamaican Influence in Central AmericaPanamanian Impact on Latin MusicReggaeton & RapStories Told in Salsa MusicLa Hora de Sazón airs on Saturdays at 8pm on WYXR 91.7 FM! Make sure you check it out!Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comSupport the Show.

This episode is a recorded interview with Memphis poet, free thinker, and my good friend Roberto Alfaro. (slight audio issues)     In our conversation, we discuss:Mexican IdentityMexican-African American relations in MemphisPoetryRoberto's experience growing up in MemphisThe story of a mysterious mystic and shaman woman known as PachitaLa Catrina as a memento mori and satircal response to classism in post-colonial MexicoSistema de castas and race in Latin AmericaMesoamerican/Pre-hispanic mythologyI hope you enjoy the episode! Stay tuned for more! Thank you for listening!Gracias por escuchar! Espero que haya disfrutado de este episodio.Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comHELP UKRAINE!https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/ukraine-crisis/?gclid=CjwKCAjw682TBhATEiwA9crl34jWK0iVYaMf2xXX0M27Z60_evlXtbdOFq87DPEQyIqXp8YndLGkfhoCL7sQAvD_BwE   Cook For Ukraine Fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/cookforukrainePachita: https://mexicounexplained.com/pachita-psychic-surgeon-medium-mystic/https://mxcity.mx/2015/10/pachita-la-curandera-mexicana-mas-famosa-de-la-ciudad-de-mexico/Sunrise/Sunset Meditation: https://treehouserecoverypdx.com/addiction-blog/sunrise-sunset-meditations/#:~:text=Sunrise%20Meditation&text=Sit%20in%20a%20comfortable%20seated,you%20like%20to%20leave%20behind%3FSupport the Show.

This episode features the two leaders of Cazateatro: Bilingual Theatre Group, Monica Sanchez (Co-founder of Cazateatro) and Dorimar Ferrer (Executive Director).     In our conversation, we discuss:The origins and role of Cazateatro: Bilingual Theatre GroupWhat brought both Monica and Dorimar to MemphisThe arts and creativity and how they can be used to express cultural pride and promote togethernessLatin Fest 2021 (Sept 25, 2021!!) and other upcoming eventsDemographics of Latinos in MemphisLatino/Latinx RepresentationThoughts about "In The Heights" movie and its colorism controversy.I hope you enjoy the episode! Stay tuned for more! Thank you for listening! Cazateatro's website:  https://cazateatro.org/Follow Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cazateatro/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJWwCOVnW0JUqYVu4pH2PzgTwitter: https://twitter.com/cazateatrogroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cazateatro_memphis/Latin Fest 2021! Be there!! Enjoy live performances, music, and food!https://www.facebook.com/events/overton-square/latin-fest-2021/561436275247745/Join the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comSupport the Show.

 **Part 2***  This episode features rapper, gamer, illustrator, animator, poet, and dear friend from my days at MCA (Memphis College of Art), Jeshaun Powell aka ACE GAHD.  He is a true example of a "Renaissance man." He is hilarious and happy go lucky but he is also someone full of ambition and talent.  It was a joy to have him on the pod!     In our conversation, we discuss: The origins of Hip-hop culture and its unique characteristics of rap musicWho are some of the most influential rappersMumble Rap having value and influencing Latin Trap artistsMemphis is a center of culture  in TN and a city with tons of potentialRenaissance Man vs Artist of LifeLanguagesMCA (Memphis College of Art)Martial artsFighting games as new age chess           and much more!      Follow ACE GAHD on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7tJnc3KKkSmaCpBfqxutbx       Subscribe to Jeshaun's Youtube channels:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDOU8efbiPWZNIXL9o-NqOQ -ACE GAHDhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxrmKGugAosPmKPsXuctU8Q- ACE GAHD Beatshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCirGlX4AJxrmvFUOrRHzt4g- ACE GAHD Gaminghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8-kMDUoEkk7mY_3dy-mig - ACE GAHD Poetryhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-7ECjYLCXogKwzOFbjFKyw -ACE GAHD Visual Artshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9EA0UKoieUc2nd2SOV8ZEw -ACE GAHD AnimeJoin the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comSupport the Show.

    This episode features rapper, gamer, illustrator, animator, poet, and dear friend from my days at MCA (Memphis College of Art), Jeshaun Powell aka ACE GAHD.  He is a true example of a "Renaissance man." He is hilarious and happy go lucky but he is also someone full of ambition and talent.  It was a joy to have him on the pod!     In our conversation, we discuss: The origins of Hip-hop culture and its unique characteristics of rap musicWho are some of the most influential rappersMumble Rap having value and influencing Latin Trap artistsMemphis is a center of culture  in TN and a city with tons of potentialRenaissance Man vs Artist of LifeLanguagesMCA (Memphis College of Art)Martial artsFighting games as new age chess           and much more!      Follow ACE GAHD on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7tJnc3KKkSmaCpBfqxutbx       Subscribe to Jeshaun's Youtube channels:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDOU8efbiPWZNIXL9o-NqOQ -ACE GAHDhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxrmKGugAosPmKPsXuctU8Q- ACE GAHD Beatshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCirGlX4AJxrmvFUOrRHzt4g- ACE GAHD Gaminghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8-kMDUoEkk7mY_3dy-mig - ACE GAHD Poetryhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-7ECjYLCXogKwzOFbjFKyw -ACE GAHD Visual Artshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9EA0UKoieUc2nd2SOV8ZEw -ACE GAHD AnimeJoin the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com       Support the show

Oye! Salve! Welcome to the Mid-South Bugalu Podcast! In this episode, Shandon "Rasta" Allen is a Memphis martial artist, capoeira instructor, and a District Leader at Primerica Financial Services. He also happens to be the nephew of Stax Records musician, David Porter.Rasta (pronounced "H-A-S-T-A" Portuguese for "rasta")We talk about capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art with predominantly West African roots, and how Rasta was introduced to the art form. We also discussed how important it is for minorities in the United States to be financially literate. In addition, we talked about language learning, martial arts, and the value of bringing new experiences to the Black community in Memphis. Contact/Contato  Nação Capoeira MemphisInstructor/Mestre : Shadon "Rasta" AllenPhone: 901-256-2211Email: capoeiramemphis@gmail.comWebsite: http://www.capoeiramemphis.com/Check out Nação Capoeira Memphis on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/NacaoCapoeiraMemphis/ Join the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comSupport the Show.

Oye! This is the first episode of MSB Rewind. MSB Rewind is a bonus episode series in which I share thoughts about my previous conversations with guests on The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast.  This episode focuses on some of the topics from "Episode 3 w/ Ramel Strong: Black American Involvement in Salsa Music." Hope you all enjoy it! Music: Latin Trap Beat - Salsa Mexicana (Prod. Felipe x Exquisite Beats) (youtube: ayephil)Intro music by Lunch (Prod. by Lukrembo)Support the show

This episode features Ramel Strong. He is from Memphis and has danced and taught mambo, salsa, and bachata for many years. He also has an immense background in finance and business.  In this episode, we discuss the African-American/Black-American involvement in Latin music in New York especially with styles like mambo, latin-boogaloo, and salsa music. We also dive into the issue of inequality in Memphis and that African-Americans, who make up the majority of the city should have more opportunity and equity. Join the Mid-South Bugalu Official Fans Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/1787658988077379/Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.comOutro music by composer Tiki Tiki on epidemicsound.comSupport the Show.

This episode features my father, Gregory K Parker. He was born in Brooklyn, New York. He was always into art and enjoyed technology. He became a disc jockey in New York and moved to Miami with his wife to build satellite dishes. He came to Memphis in the early 2000s. He is a big fan of R&B and currently works in a local hospital.Intro music by Melvin Lindsay:  melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com (sidenote: There may be some audio issues at some points)Support the Show.

This is the first episode of The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast.  I introduce myself and what my plans are for the podcast.  I made this podcast because I felt like there needed to be a space for African-Americans and Latinos to communicate, express, educate, and share ideas; something that these two massively dynamic and influential groups have done many times historically in the United States with Latin-Boogaloo ( a 1960s New York genre of music) being a prime example of their collaboration.I'm very excited to bring this idea to life! This past year has been rough for many of us so hopefully, this will start the new year with something positive and unique. I plan to have a variety of guests on for interviews and want to help businesses in Memphis and the Mid-South area.Intro music by Melvin Lindsay.Support the Show.

Trailer for The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast.Welcome! Bienvenidos! The Mid-South Bugalu Podcast is a podcast that serves as an educational, creative, informative, and intellectual space for African-Americans and Latinos/Latinx. The two groups have historically had a high degree of cultural exchange with one another throughout the United States, with a prime example being a New York 1960s crossover genre called Latin Boogaloo also referred to as Latin-Soul or Shingaling. This is an effort to promote unity, peace, knowledge, and creativity to Memphis, the Mid-South area, and possibly further. (Intro music by Melvin Lindsay: melvin.lindsay.jr@gmail.com )You can help support the show by tuning in on February 18, 2021 and sharing the podcast with your friends and family on https://www.facebook.com/midsouthbugalupodcast and following me on Instagram @midsouth_bugalu_podcast and Twitter @MidBugalu    Support the Show.