On the island commonly known as “Guam," July 21st is commonly known as "Liberation Day.” But for Dakota Camacho, a Seattle-based artist who traces their lineage to the island, these simple terms hold a world of history and complexity.

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Meklit talks with Gino Yevdjevich, lead singer of the gypsy punk band Kultur Shock, about the need to create art, especially when the world is at its darkest.

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Momma Nikki speaks and sings about a complicated relationship with their father, who immigrated to the US from Haiti. The story was recorded live on stage at the Meany Center for the Performing arts at the University of Washington.

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Larry Bellorín is a legend of Venezuelan Llanera music; Joe Troop is a bluegrass virtuoso from North Carolina. Meklit talks with this unlikely duo about the social forces and serendipity that brought them together.

Find all of Larry & Joe’s music at https://www.larryandjoe.com/

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Meklit talks with Nnamdi Ogbonaya about making music that draws the listener in, while at the same time challenging them. His new album is called "Please Have a Seat."

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Meklit talks with Xenia Rubinos about finding her way back to the stage after a long and difficult time away.

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Meklit talks with Cuban-American percussionist and bandleader Jesus Díaz about his journey from playing homemade drums in Havana to performing on the biggest stages in the world.

Find all of Jesus’s music at http://www.jesusdiazqba.com/

Meklit talks with Sudanese-American MC Oddisee about self-doubt and the power of empathy, along with his new album "To What End."

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Hear episodes of Movement every other Tuesday, starting April 11th. For about the show and live events, go to movementstories.com