Porchtales

What becomes of a life of Black freedom activism? In this final episode of the series, Sister Koko recounts the resolution of the firearm charges against her, details ongoing FBI surveillance, and explains her trajectory from SNCC and the Black Panther Party to Pan African and anti-Apartheid activism.

Show Notes

What becomes of a life of Black freedom activism? In this final episode of the series, Sister Koko recounts the resolution of the firearm charges against her, details ongoing FBI surveillance, and explains her trajectory from SNCC and the Black Panther Party to Pan African and anti-Apartheid activism. Along the way, she supports the Wilmington 10, builds a friendship with Miriam Makeba, becomes a United Nations delegate, and even meets a young Tupac Shakur. But as Sister Koko thinks back on her incredible life, she ponders the roads not traveled, too. Living in near obscurity now, Sister Koko grapples with assessing her life in the struggle. 

This episode includes brief profanity and offensive historical language. Listener discretion is advised. Any views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of HumanitiesDC or the project’s funders.

What is Porchtales?

Porchtales is a new podcast network by the Humanities Council of Washington, DC, where listeners get to experience the District through the eyes of those who make up the fabric of our nation's capital. From the history, to the culture, to the arts, each show we'll dig deeper to learn and celebrate the unique experiences that shape this fascinating city. This season is made possible due to funding from National Endowment for the Humanities and their “A More Perfect Union” initiative commemorating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Any views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of HumanitiesDC or the project’s funders.