Vic Mensa on Ghana, Barack Obama, iShowSpeed, Black Star Line & Navigating Culture | One54 Africa Podcast

Vic Mensa, a Grammy-nominated Ghanaian-American rapper, joins the hosts of "One 54" to discuss his experiences bridging the gap between Black Americans and Africans. They explore the historical connections, such as Martin Luther King's presence at Ghana's independence celebration, while acknowledging designed divisions. Mensa details co-founding the Black Star Line Festival with Chance the Rapper to unite artists from both continents and partnering with United Airlines to lower travel costs to Ghana. The conversation touches on economic exploitation through high airfares and the importance of cultural exchange. Mensa also shares personal stories, including his initial robbery in Ghana at age 11, his evolving understanding of his biracial identity, and his efforts to instill positive self-perception in his son.