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Fela Kuti: Fear No Man

Higher Ground
Fela Kuti
Afrobeat
Nigeria
Political Activism
Zombie
Music
Cultural Identity
Lagos
Decolonization
Colonial Education
1970s
Ayo Edebiri
Santigold
Music History
Trickster Gods
FESTAC 77
Art
Activism
Civil Rights
Dele

In a world that’s on fire, what is the role of art? What can music actually…do?

Can a song save a life? Change a law? Topple a president? Get you killed?

In Fela Kuti: Fear No Man, Jad Abumrad—creator of Radiolab, More Perfect, and Dolly Parton's America—tells the story of one of the great political awakenings in music: how a classically trained 'colonial boy' traveled to America, in search of Afr... more

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Thirty years after Fela’s death, Nigeria erupts — and Fela is again at the center of it.

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Fela told his followers that he could never die. So what happens when the unthinkable finally happens?

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After "Zombie," the military can no longer abide by Fela and his followers. A global celebration of Nigeria’s Pan-African ambitions turns into a brutal raid, torture and death, with thousands of people watching.

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In January, 1976, Fela drops his most fiery, confrontational song – “Zombie” is a blistering attack on the army, soldiers, and everyone who “just follows orders” to protect those in power. The song inspires ordinary Nigerians to stand up against tyra... more

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Recent Guests

John Collins
Musician and scholar who wrote a book about his time with Fela Kuti
Episode: 10: Death in His Pouch
Yenny Kuti
Daughter of Fela Kuti
Episode: 10: Death in His Pouch
Ayo Edebiri
Actor, comedian, and writer.
Episode: 8: Zombie
Lisa Lindsay
Professor at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, specializing in the history of West Africa.
University of North Carolina
Episode: 3: Enter the Shrine
Michael Veale
Musician, professor of music at Yale, and advisor on the project.
Yale University
Episode: 3: Enter the Shrine
John Darten
Award-winning journalist with a history of writing about Fela and Lagos in the 70s.
New York Times
Episode: 3: Enter the Shrine
Moses Ochu
Professor of history and advisor.
Vanderbilt University
Episode: 3: Enter the Shrine
Sandra Isidore
A singer and composer, and Fela Kuti's partner.
Queen of Afrobeat
Episode: 2: Becoming Fela
Bolu Babalola
Nigerian writer and consulting producer on this project.
Episode: 2: Becoming Fela

Host

Jad Abumrad
Creator and host known for his work in deep storytelling and innovative sound design, associated with notable projects like Radiolab and Fela Kuti: Fear No Man.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 340 ratings
  • Awesome

    This is brilliant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaliGunner
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very interesting

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Pedro K
    a month ago
  • Good storytelling

    Needed connections to the past and the present and Fela’s enduring impact. Never has his words “Music is a weapon” felt more prescient. Those who stood against him are gone while his name and work still rings forward into tomorrow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Id49ja
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Excellent

    Well researched, well produced. Incredible range of interviews and first hand accounts. Engaging and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nywhizz
    United Statesa month ago
  • Incredible

    You don't have to be a fan of Fela but o love this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CodyJ1982
    Canadaa month ago

Chart Rankings

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#101
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#10
United States/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#74
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#42
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#247
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10: Death in His Pouch
Q: What happens when the pouch spills open and it's not heroic and it's not pretty?
It leads to questions about legacy, whether the grand wave of history leaves you behind when you die, and how one's contribution to art and activism is remembered after death.

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The podcast explores the transformative power of music through the life and legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti. It intricately weaves personal narratives, historical context, and critical perspectives on how Kuti's artistry challenged political oppression and empowered social movements in Nigeria. The series likely covers Kuti's evolution from a classically trained musician to a revolutionary figure, illustrating how his work serves as both a cultural touchstone and a profound statement against authoritarianism. The blend of interviews with notable figures, scholarly insights, and vibrant sound design creates an immersive experience that resonates with listeners seeking to understand the intersection of art and activism in times of upheav... more

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2. Yenny Kuti
3. Ayo Edebiri
4. Lisa Lindsay
5. Michael Veale
6. John Darten
7. Moses Ochu
8. Sandra Isidore

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