Jad and FayFay Talk "Fela Kuti: Fear No Man"

The podcast series *Fela Kuti: Fear No Man* examines the life and legacy of the Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer, framing his music as a potent, sacred tool for political resistance and spiritual healing. Producers Jad Abumrad and FayFay Odudu detail their three-year production journey, which involved extensive field reporting in Lagos to capture the visceral, hypnotic energy of Fela’s performances. The series employs a unique "river and eddy" narrative structure, allowing listeners to drift through historical context while becoming periodically immersed in the intimate, often traumatic, experiences of those who knew him. By balancing the mythic status of Fela with the complexities of his personal life and political defiance, the production team highlights the necessity of courage in art, while FayFay’s role as a cultural broker ensures an authentic, respectful portrayal of Nigerian history and social dynamics.