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What Is 'Black Joy' And Why Do We Need It In Our Lives?

Episode 5 of 5

Author Irenosen Okojie says we need to make space for black culture - film, art, music, literature and innovation - to be celebrated in everyday life.

Author Irenosen Okojie makes the case for celebrating 'black joy' in everyday life. What exactly is 'black joy'? From reading a June Jordan poem, to listening to a Fela Kuti record, Ms Okojie says it's all about making a space for black culture - film, art, music, literature and innovation - to be celebrated.

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