Ep 5: Karabo Kgoleng & Dr. Sipho Sithole – Literature that literally moves us and alternative lexicons, but alternative to what?

Literature that literally moves us and alternative lexicons… but alternative to what?In this episode of Thekgang Talking, Karabo Kgoleng speaks to Dr Sipho Sithole about literature, language and the politics of cultural legitimacy.The conversation explores the idea of “alternative lexicons” and questions the systems that define what is considered mainstream, standard or marginal within literature and publishing.From African languages and knowledge systems to visibility and access, this episode reflects on how stories move through society — and how language shapes the way we understand the world.Executive Producers: Lorraine Sithole, Terry-Ann Adams & Melvin Kabwe. For Thekgang NPC – www.thekgang.org.zaThekgang Talking is a books and publishing podcast, covering topics that cut across the books and publishing ecosystem, from indigenous language writing and publishing to alternative manifestations of books such as audiobooks and graphic novels. Guests on the podcast include authors, publishers, booksellers, festival directors and literacy organisations. For more information, visit thekgang.org.za. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.