Exploring African Philosophical Systems | With Olukemi Lijadu | The Pearl Lam Podcast

On this episode of The Pearl Lam Podcast, guest, Olukemi Lijadu delivers an articulate take on the dismissal of African philosophy within Western academia. Being born in Nigeria and educated in both the UK and US, Olukemi has a multicultural background that reflects her broad range of interests and talents.Olukemi, also known as "Kem Kem,” is a is a multi-disciplinary artist, DJ and philosopher. Her work particularly focuses on the power of cinema, which she uses to create sonic journeys to draw attention to different cultures and moments in time. Olukemi has been featured for her artistic projects across various platforms and has created a multi-channel film installation titled "Guardian Angel."Her cinematic work explores personal experiences and the intricate network of relationships within African anthropology and society. Themes that Olukemi is particularly interested in often relate to the body as an art form and draw attention to Black womanhood. “Kem Kem” is also known for her popular live performances and DJ sets that create immersive soundscapes.Viewers can expect an insightful and dynamic conversation as Pearl Lam and Olukemi Lijadu discuss her unconventional artistic career. The pair discuss African philosophy and the different ways in which is interpreted within the context of a Western world.