Send us a text The episode critiques colonialism’s lasting impact through the lens of the "comprador effect," a Marxist theory highlighting how intermediary classes in post-colonial societies align with foreign interests, reinforcing economic dependency and inequality. We explore how these systems persist under a façade of morality. Our conversation also delves into cultural identity and community loyalty, examining how capitalism and colonialism disrupt traditional values. We begin by chall...
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Send us a text The episode critiques colonialism’s lasting impact through the lens of the "comprador effect," a Marxist theory highlighting how intermediary classes in post-colonial societies align with foreign interests, reinforcing economic dependency and inequality. We explore how these systems persist under a façade of morality. Our conversation also delves into cultural identity and community loyalty, examining how capitalism and colonialism disrupt traditional values. We begin by chall...
The Struggle for Linguistic Identity in Post-Colonial Africa w/Salikoko Mufwene
BlackFor30
1 hour 12 minutes
1 year ago
The Struggle for Linguistic Identity in Post-Colonial Africa w/Salikoko Mufwene
Send us a text What if your native language was sidelined in favour of a foreign one in your own homeland? In a discussion with Salikoko Mufwene, a distinguished linguist from the Democratic Republic of Congo, we navigate the intricate web of language, culture, and colonisation in Africa. Our conversation embarks from the rich and diverse pre-colonial African civilisations, highlighting the seismic shifts brought on by the arrival of Arabs and Europeans. Mufwene offers deep insights into the ...
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Send us a text The episode critiques colonialism’s lasting impact through the lens of the "comprador effect," a Marxist theory highlighting how intermediary classes in post-colonial societies align with foreign interests, reinforcing economic dependency and inequality. We explore how these systems persist under a façade of morality. Our conversation also delves into cultural identity and community loyalty, examining how capitalism and colonialism disrupt traditional values. We begin by chall...
