39. Selema Masekela

Selema Masekela is a beloved commentator, journalist, host, and Emmy-nominated producer best known for his work across VICE, E!, ESPN/ABC, Nat Geo, Red Bull Media House, and beyond. A relentlessly curious narrator of the human experience, he thrives as a Black man who has historically been ‘the only’ in the spaces of action sports and entertainment. The son of South African jazz legend and activist Hugh Masekela, Selema‘s roots are as South African as they are New York City and San Diego. With lighthearted insight, Selema talks to Michael about his love of action sports and touring the world with his father. He speaks of growing up in a white majority community, inherent racism, inclusion and identity, as well as the impact George Floyd’s murder had on the black community and the rising civil rights movement across the USA… and the world. CONNECT FURTHER:IG: https://www.instagram.com/selema Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2JM2yzMSOgq7VeG6nKm3PYPodcast (What Shapes Us): https://www.instagram.com/whatshapesuspodcast NOTICE: “Send Me” by Hugh Masekela featured with written approval from the rights-owner and estate. NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.comPODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists ManagementArtist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists ManagementManagement Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists ManagementSocial Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse CollectiveIn Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast NetworkInstrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti Editing by: Janelle MeagerAdditional Editing by: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management