Episode Date: October 9, 2025

"The Global South is not just geography—it's a shared story of survival, solidarity, and hope." - Dr. Reiland Rabaka

In this powerful episode of The Cause: Conversations on Music, History, and Democracy, Dr. Reiland Rabaka explores The Global South—not just as a place, but as a living, breathing movement for liberation. Through stories of art, activism, and resistance, Dr. Rabaka connects the histories of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, revealing how centuries of colonialism have shaped today's struggles for justice and self-determination.

Drawing inspiration from thinkers like bell hooks, Angela Davis, Assata Shakur, and Frantz Fanon, Dr. Rabaka examines how women and men across the Global South have used culture, music, and community to challenge systems of oppression and imagine freer futures. Their ideas continue to shape movements for human rights, gender equality, and environmental justice today.

Se all shownotes and listen to our Global South playlist with a special note from Dr. Rabaka on our website.