OBSIDIAN is a speculative fiction podcast based in Afrofuturism.
Driven by a deep, untapped interest in science fiction, we desire to take hold of the narratives nearest to us.
Created by Adetola Abdulkadir and Safiyah Cheatam.
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Episodes
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1. 60 Minutes Through Space
Get to know the Walker family as they take a quick trip to the moon with Blue Orbit.
3. Sunset, Sunrise
A young man is ostracized by his people for his ability to speak to...them.
Phase 1 Wrap Up: Round Table Discussion
Join us as we discuss Phase 1 with three guests; Vanessa Taylor (@bacontribe) as a community commentator, Simone Ebongo-Bayehe (@SimonesFiasco) as an Episode 2 cast member, and Jason Charney (@jcharney) as the Episode 3 Sound Designer. We address some questions submitted by fans.
The Kilimanjaro Collection
Details on what the Kilimanjaro Collection is and how COVID-19 is affecting the show.
Kilamanjaro Collection: "When The Buildings Began To Bleed" by Vanessa Taylor
Killamanjaro Collection Story: "When The Buildings Began to Bleed". Written by Vanessa Taylor and narrated by Ellen Chamberlain. "At the end of the day, their mistake was simple: they sent her body to the masjid"
Kilamanjaro Collection: "Bodies of Matter" by M.C. Tapera
Killamanjaro Collection Story: "Bodies of Matter". Written and narrated by M.C. Tapera. Finding herself in amidst a crisis, Zora strives for something that causes her to look upwards, towards the stars.
Kilamanjaro Collection: "They Ate the Sun" by Kosi Dunn
Killamanjaro Collection Story: "They Ate the Sun". Written and narrated by Kosi Dunn. “When the Brighteaters came and took away our lights, we ran inward and cried and wondered why.”
4. DNA Data Storage: The Kidnapping
A brother calls on the assistance of a Private Investigator to find his missing sibling, a DNA data mule.
Episode 4 Recap
Previously on OBSIDIAN....Episode 5 is coming out this Monday, April 5th!
5. DNA Data Storage: The Chase
The search for Tariq continues on the road. But for how long can Alicia and Adam put up with each other on the way?
6. DNA Data Storage: The Rescue
The long journey comes to an end...Tariq finds himself in a bind and there appears to be no way out. Check out the thrilling conclusion to the DNA Data Storage phase!