The Black and Irish Podcast

Jojo Jackson, Recorded live in Chicago

Activist Jojo Jackson speaks to Leon about discovering her Irish connections, her work with My Block, My Hood, My City, and the importance of meaningful friendships to break down barriers. This episode was recorded in August 2023 during the Milwaukee Irish Festival.

R3D's House

DJ and Musician R3D joins his good friend Leon for a chat about his eponymous club night 'R3D's House', the current state of nightlife in Ireland today, and the reasons why he's decided to emigrate.

Moyinoluwa Adelakun and Funmilayo Oni

Nigerian Lawyer Moyinoluwa Adelakun and activist Funmilayo Oni speak about their scholarship at UCD. They discuss why they are passionate about human rights and give Leon and Femi a lesson on the political and electoral system in Nigeria. The episode was recorded in March 2023 at the time of the Nigerian Presidential Election.

The rapper and the manager

Mullingar rapper Shaq and his manager Damz sit down with Leon to discuss how their working relationship has impacted the creative process. They also discuss the Irish rap scene, the underground, and how young aspiring rappers should approach the music industry.

Finding your voice

A special episode ahead of the first Black & Irish town hall event on July 15th called Finding Your Voice. Leon discusses the political landscape in Ireland for the black Irish community with Eric Ehige and Munachi Soribe. Event registration info is on the Black & Irish Instagram page.