In this episode of Trends and Tings we recap all the current news this week in the world of Black travel. We talk about Independence Day and what it means for people from colonized countries (including the USA). Special shout out to the Democratic Republic of Coffee. August is also Women's Month, so this whole month on Trends we're going to spotlight women who inspire us around the diaspora.

Tiffanie: Mekatilili Wa Menza - historical Kenyan leader who led resistance against the British during colonial rule
David: Yaa Asantewaa - Queen mother and warrior famous for leading the Ashanti rebellion against British colonialism to defend the Golden Stool
Jide: Michelle Ndiaye - Director of the Africa Peace and Security Programme at the Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPSS) in Ethiopia

Big Chune: Burna Boy - Bank On It