This Moment

By Jason Diakité and Marcus Samuelsson | Acast

For the first time in centuries, the entire world is simultaneously confronting two global issues: the COVID-19 Pandemic and the Black Lives Matters protests. Speaking from two of the most signif... more

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The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.

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September 08, 2021 #70 Remembering 9/11 With Chef Michael Lomonaco
In this episode, we catch up with chef Michael Lomonaco to reflect on the devastating terrorist attacks that took place on September 11th 2001. Chef Michael is the former head chef at Windows on the World, a restaurant that was located at the top of the World Trade Center's north tower. He says it was by chance that he didn't show up to work that day. Join us as he shares his story.
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41min
August 27, 2021 #69 We're Back!
Reunited and it feels so good! After a short hiatus, we're back! Join us as Jason and Marcus catch up on the news and talk about what they've been up to this summer.
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38min
August 19, 2021 Episode 39 Replay "Understanding Diversity with Frans Johansson"
This week we replay an episode with diversity guru Frans Johansson who shares what it was like growing up mixed race in Sweden. Also discussed are some ways in which Sweden and the U.S can help combat against discrimination in the workplace.

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38min
August 12, 2021 Episode 46 Replay "The True Original Wyclef Jean"
In this episode we hear from Hip-Hop legend Wyclef Jean as he shares how he went from being a poor kid in Haiti to becoming one of the most internationally acclaimed musicians in recent memory. Wyclef talks about his signature sound, musical influences and even his creative process behind some of of his biggest production hits.
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36min
August 04, 2021 Episode 36 Replay "The Evolution of Seinabo Sey"
In this episode we meet with the amazing Seinabo Sey as she talks about her growth as an artist as well as some of her musical influences. Also discussed her love of Gambian culture, the importance of representation and her love of cooking.
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49min
July 28, 2021 Episode 37 Replay "A Moment of Truth Featuring Al Gore"
This week we replay episode 37 which features former U.S Vice President Al Gore. Join us as Mr. Gore talks about his journey to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in environmentalism today. Also discussed is the impact of Mr. Gore's film An Inconvenient Truth, COVID's impact on wildlife and social injustices.
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41min
July 21, 2021 #64 A Heart to Heart With Andrew Zimmern
In this episode we are joined by chef and writer, Andrew Zimmern who opens up about what life was like growing up in New York, overcoming addiction and those experiences shaped him into who he is today. Also discussed is the legacy of the late Anthony Bourdain.

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57min
July 14, 2021 #63 We Can Do More
This week Jason and Marcus connect from their current locations in Sweden and the Bahamas to catch up on the results of the UEFA European Championship. They also discuss the increase in violence within Sweden and what public figures can do to help.

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42min
July 06, 2021 #62 Midsummer Catch up
It’s been busy summer for the guys with lots of traveling and business to handle. So in this episode we catch up on life and and recap the recent news including the untimely death of Swedish blues and reggae legend Peps Persson.
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39min
June 30, 2021 #61 The Gangster Gardener Ron Finley
This week we are joined by Ron Finley. founder of the Los Angeles based Ron Finley project that teaches people how to grow food, plants and promotes healthy living. Join us as Ron shares his philosophy on regenerative gardening community building.
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42min

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How many episodes does This Moment have?

The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.