OUT HERE

Khadega Mohammed is a prolific young voice, and in this episode she reflects on her life as a Black Sudanese Muslim immigrant, community organizer and spoken word artist.

Xavier and Brian Oglesby are two brothers with a tight bond. They share vivid memories and compelling observations from their experiences as Black people in a predominately white state.

Angelo talks about his passion for agriculture, elder wisdom, sustainable business and the Taos Pueblo way of life.

Racquelle Trammell shares experiences from her life as a Black trans activist, mother, and visionary.

Shannon Kane talks about confronting stereotypes, her tight bond with nature and how she overcame drug addiction.

Lorene Willis shares her journey of becoming a Jicarilla Apache woman and life on the reservation.

Blair Anderson speaks about his life of resistance as a Black Panther and organizer within the prison system.

Cora L. Hairston shares stories from her life as a writer, musician, and Black coal miner's daughter.

OUT HERE is a folklore series. I'm Kyana Gordon. And in June, 2019, I took a leap of faith and traveled across America to meet thirty-one everyday people who believed in my vision and reflected on the intimate details of their lives. We talked about E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G: memories, love, community, the state of America, home, safety, and the values that have fortified their survival.