Wk 8: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Means of Defense, Chapter 4 | Listen to Life Study – “Truth Be Told” | Engage with discussion | Download music – Speak Now (Instrumental) by Aakowa
Written & Narrated by Aakowa | Illustrations by Sae Kimura | Voiceovers by Irena Huljak (Maple), Geoff Mays (James)
Based on events in this chapter, we discuss the challenges of telling the truth where there is a likelihood of adversity. How do you navigate the choice to speak or stay silent? As a life study, you’ll listen to Aakowa’s Reel Thoughts audio message, and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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Wk 7: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Means of Defense, Chapter 3 | Listen to Life Study – “Soft Hearts” | Engage with discussion | Download music – Let Us Praise His Name by Aakowa
Written & Narrated by Aakowa | Illustrated by Sae Kimura | Voiceovers by Irena Huljak (Maple), Lindsay Owen Pierre (Jefferson Johnson), Obi Kudu (Cain Winter), Michael Edwards (Assistant)
Based on events in this chapter, we look at why it happens that some people feel less sympathy and empathy, yet some remain sensitive to the realities of life. As a life study, you’ll listen to Aakowa’s Reel Thoughts audio message, and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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Wk 6: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Means of Defense, Chapter 2 | Listen to Life Study – “Bad For Good” | Engage with discussion | Download music – Never Be The Same by Aakowa feat. Bana
Written & Narrated by Aakowa | Illustrations by Sae Kimura | Voiceovers by Irena Huljak (Maple), Geoff Mays (James), Scott McCulloch (Sal)
Based on events in this chapter, we question if it’s worth it to do good to others, even if there is no reward, and sometimes actual punishment. As a life study, you’ll listen to Aakowa’s Reel Thoughts audio message, and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone
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Wk 5: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Means of Defense, Chapter 1 | Listen to Life Study – “Who Is To Blame? | Engage with discussion | Music (no download) – Our Defense by Aakowa feat. Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr.
Written & Narrated by Aakowa | Illustrations by Pamela Mauro | Voiceovers by Lindsay Owen Pierre (Aaru), Fode Bangoura (Leason)
Based on events in this chapter, we look at who or what we blame for life’s misfortunes . As a life study, you’ll listen to Aakowa’s Reel Thoughts audio message, and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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Wk 4: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Insinuations | Listen to Life Study – “Believe In Yourself” | Engage with discussion
Written & Directed by: Aakowa | Feat. Gabe Hudson, Rita Deverell, Garrett Mallory Scott | Filmed & Edited by: Ren Boston
Based on events in the theatrical skit, we consider the topic of how to deal with those who cross the line with jokes, especially when it comes to race. As a life study, you’ll listen to Aakowa’s Reel Inspirations interview with Michelle Allman-Esdaille and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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Wk 3: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Trip for the Homeless | Listen to Life Study – “Homeless Perspective” | Engage with discussion | Download music – Hungry Belly by Aakowa feat. Raw Blow
Written & Directed by: Aakowa | Feat. Fode Bangoura
Based on events in the theatrical skit, we ask if people consider the problems homeless people are facing on a daily basis. As a life study, you’ll listen to street interviews conducted that feature various perspectives and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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Wk 2: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Family or Fiancé | Listen to Life Study – “Meet the Family” | Engage with discussion
Written & Directed by: Aakowa | Feat. Conni Miu, Chad Andrews
Based on events in the theatrical skit, we discuss the importance of fitting in with the family of your partner when in a relationship. As a life study, you’ll listen to Aakowa’s discussion with poet, producer and playwright, Nigel Birch, and have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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Wk 1: LIFE STUDY PREVIEW
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Access features: Watch story – Behind Closed Doors | Listen to Life Study – “The Fight At Home” | Engage with discussion | Download music – Too Late by Aakowa
Written & Directed by: Aakowa | Feat. Robert Bellissimo, Amrit Kaur (version1) & Katherine Cappellacci (version2)
Based on events in the theatrical skit, we look closer at navigating the trauma of domestic abuse. As a life study, you’ll listen to an interview Aakowa had with a woman that survived domestic abuse, willing to share her story. You’ll also have opportunity to add your insights using an online microphone.
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