Something to Say (03-12-2024)

Host Mazi Mutafa dives into the world of cultural production with Asad Ali Jafri. They discuss Listening While Muslim, the Space Shift Collective, Asad's work with Words Beats and Life, and the Towards 2040 fellowship.

Next, Mazi chats with 2040 Fellow Neverless about her journey to the U.S., building her dance studio, and the power of dance to build confidence.

Co-host Patrick Washington takes the mic for a conversation with 2021 Arlington Youth Poet Laureate Amasa Maleski about activism, followed by a powerful reading of Amasa's poem "I Miss Y'all." Patrick then speaks with 2024 D.C.Youth Poet Laureate Isaac Yebio, who shares his poem "Turning Blue."

Mazi rejoins with co-host Donney Rose, who kicks things off with a poem reading and upcoming event announcements.

Mazi then sits down with rising New Jersey artist Deon Davis. They discuss Deon's family, his college experience, the education system, fostering creativity in young minds, his upcoming book, the power of writing, and the importance of faith.