Meet the Content Team
Faith Kumi
Content Team
Political Science & Comparative Human Development Double Major
Why did you join KSB?
I initially joined the Kinda Sorta Brown Podcast because a few presiding members encouraged me. I was really excited about the idea of joining the team because I foresaw it as a means of finding solace amidst the pressures of academic life.. I have personally found that outlet through the community that we have formed and built. Together we have brainstormed ideas for episodes and delved into complex topics with curiosity.The unleash my creativity and add my personal sentiments. Last year I had the flexibility to choose the episodes to engage with, and that also allowed me to become closer with the whole team and content team members. Reflecting on my time with KSB, I can confidently say that it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my college years. I am immensely grateful for the invitation to join and for the supportive environment that has allowed me to thrive. I look forward to further collaboration and the exploration of new ideas with the incredible individuals who make up the Kinda Sorta Brown Podcast team.
What is your favorite KSB episode and why?
“Growing Greens and Community” is my favorite episode. I was mainly interested in this episode because I find solace in nature, whether it be through meditating on hikes or caring for my own garden. The sections of this episode were easy to follow, and it not only talked about nature and its beauty, but also nature’s relevance for survival. I enjoyed hearing the passion through Fernanda’s voice, and I was astonished to hear that about 76% of people who live in low income POC communities live in nature deprived places. This statistic was alarming for me, and it emphasized the curtailing effects of race and inequality: POC have less access to clean air, water and green spaces. Along with learning about the necessity of gardening, I also appreciated the research and resources within the podcast. I learned about different Ancestral farming techniques and farming organizations to support.
Logan Toé
Why did you join KSB?
I joined KSB for multiple reasons. KSB is a great place for people with similar stories to come together in order to create meaningful content; it allows stories that have often gone unheard to be voiced. Every week, I am able to learn new things whether that be personal or historical facts. Furthermore, I wanted a community where I could connect with like-minded people and learn from each other. Especially at a place like the University of Chicago, finding community is often difficult. However, I am extremely happy that I was able to find this group and many people that I can call my friends. This space allowed me to discover more about myself and the manner in which I perceived myself. Being in a space where I could be authentic and fully myself was and is crucial to my development and I feel lucky to have found that so early on. College is the time of your life to learn more about yourself and this podcast is the true embodiment of that.
Head of Content Team
Political Science Major
What is your favorite KSB episode and why?
My favorite episode of KSB was “Black to Our Roots”. This episode holds a lot of value for me, as it was the first episode I ever recorded. I was really excited to be able to participate in the creation of an episode. I loved the way in which everyone on the team was able to get involved and share their experiences. The way the episode is structured truly makes it feel like an open conversation which emphasizes the aspect of community. I loved sharing my interpretation of blackness through my family’s understanding of it. I loved learning about other members’ experiences and childhoods. This episode will always be special to me as it represents the start of something new for me.
Trinitee Holley
Content Team
Human Rights & Public Policy Double Major, Creative Writing & English Double Minor
Why did you join KSB?
I joined KSB not only because of my passion for the work we create but also because of the community that has been fostered. Being a part of KSB allows me to work with an amazing and diverse group of students to create content that represents ourselves and simultaneously comments on society and the POC experience. The lens through which we approach our content is extremely collaborative and community-based. It has allowed me to surround myself with inspirational and passionate peers who have given me immeasurable knowledge and new perspectives to approach the world through. Along with that, it has granted me the opportunity to cultivate and sharpen my voice, while focussing on several intersectional topics that often remain unaddressed. KSB is more than just a podcast, it is also a safe space to explore while being surrounded by a supportive group of talented and passionate individuals.
What is your favorite KSB episode and why?
My favorite KSB episode is “Healing: Making Way For Our Future,” in fact, it is the reason I applied to begin with. The episode explores mental health in POC communities while also emphasizing how the way we heal today will greatly impact our futures and our communities' futures. I found this extremely important and impactful as healing and mental health, in general, are often left unaddressed in POC communities. This is explored in a very collaborative manner as it features peers, outside of KSB, sharing their experiences, struggles, and solutions. This works to create spaces for this very important conversation but, also highlights the diverse journeys faced by those who identify as “Kinda Sorta Brown,” while unifying our communities and the similar struggles they face and the solutions they implore.
Shanice Handley
Content Team
Computer Science and Media Arts & Design Double Major, Race, Diaspora & Indigeneity Minor
Why did you join KSB?
I joined KSB because it feels like home even after only being involved for a couple of months. While working on the podcast is one of the best things about KSB, the friendship I’ve made through it has been what keeps me wanting to keep engaging in the club. I also value the mission we work to achieve of sharing and highlighting the stories of POC people, I feel like the work we do not only impacts our campus with every listen but also impacts me. I also joined KSB because it gives me the opportunity to learn more about podcasting and explore it as a passion of mine while being surrounded by a supportive community.
What is your favorite KSB episode and why?
“Nothing About Us Without Us” for sure! I'm personally very interested in museums as a colonial institution and the ways nations have used museums as a front to strip communities of their cultural wealth. What I love about the episode is that while it acknowledges and discusses the history of museums' involvement in this colonial project of stealing cultural artifacts, it also shows the ways museums could work towards actually including the people whose artifacts are being represented in these institutions. I feel like this episode is a great entry point for new listeners not only because of the easy access to the topic but the production of it all is just amazing.