Seedz of Revolution: Daughters of the Whirlwind

As they close out Season 4, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) look back on the journeys, revelations, and powerful conversations that shaped this 'Growing Up' season. From resilience to reimagination, they’ve moved through storms, stillness, and breakthroughs together. But this isn’t just a season r...

It's another very special episode! Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) are joined by Tehura Ama, EzeSunni, Dimene, and Khal, the third generation of the Sunni-Ali family, for a heartfelt and spirited conversation about legacy, identity, and purpose. As the grandchildren of movement builders Bilal and...

On this special episode, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) are joined by their siblings Fatihah Sunni-Ali, Ayana-Ayo Sunni-Ali and Warren Jackson, for a powerful reflection on what it meant to grow up Sunni-Ali. Together, they share personal stories, lessons, laughter, and the unshakable values insti...

On this episode, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) welcome special guest Akemi Kochiyama-Ladson, granddaughter of the legendary activist Yuri Kochiyama. Akemi discusses her ongoing work to preserve and share her grandmother’s powerful legacy, including efforts to manage Yuri’s archival materials and...

Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) return with Part 2 of Season 4's "Growing Up" series, joined by special guest Talib Shakur (@tnmobiledetailing). In this powerful episode, Talib discusses his upcoming documentary, How I Became A Shakur , which chronicles the deeply personal journey of discovering i...

In this powerful episode Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) sit down with Chairman Dr. Fred Hampton Jr. (@officialchairmanfredhamptonjr) to discuss his journey as the son of revolutionaries and his role in carrying forward the legacy of his father, Chairman Fred Hampton Sr. and mother, Mama Akua Njeri...

Do you know who Kamau Sadiki is? If not, this episode is a must-listen. Join Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) in conversation with Ksisay, the loving and devoted daughter of Kamau Sadiki, as she shares her personal reflections on her father—a quiet warrior, revolutionary, and political prisoner. Kam...

Do you know who Kamau Sadiki is? If not, this episode is a must-listen. Join Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) in conversation with Ksisay, the loving and devoted daughter of Kamau Sadiki, who shares her personal reflections on her father—a quiet warrior, revolutionary, and political prisoner. Kamau’...

In this powerful season premiere episode, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) sit down with Sharon and Russell Shoatz, III (@russellshoatz3rd) to explore I Am Maroon!!! (@_iammaroon), the incredible story of Russell “Maroon” Shoatz—a true hero, revolutionary, and liberator. Join us as we dive into the...

On this episode, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) engage in conversation with Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and her campaign manager N'eeekah Amunah Talmeedyahu (@house0fbalance12) about Princess Mdaiyah's inspiring campaign for Hancock County Commissioner, District 2. Tune in as we discuss her vision, strategies, and the signifi...

Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) welcome back their beloved Baba Bilal Sunni-Ali to the podcast. In recognition of Black Music Appreciation Month, Baba Bilal reflects on his life journey of creating revolutionary music.

Aynda Kanyama Jackson and her daughter Ebony Jackson of Tamu Sana Kanyama Preparatory Academy, an African-centered high school in Atlanta, GA, join Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) in continuing the discussion on the critical importance of educational institutions that are holistically liberating.

On this episode, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) are joined by Tashiya Umoja Mkanga, Director of Kilombo Academic and Cultural Institute, an accredited k-8 independent school. Safe sanctuary, cultural relevance and differentiated instruction are not only essential for academic excellence but for th...

In continuing the conversation on being "in" or "of" the whirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) discuss the soft life and soft living through the whirlwind.

War is never easy, its bound to make you weary. @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) ask and answer the question "Are we "in" the whirlwind or "of" it?"

And we're back with Season 3! Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) begin the new season with discussing the flow of changing seasons and spring cleaning of all kinds. The sisters are joined by Dr. Jo Wakeela Boston Jones to bring awareness to sexual assault, sexual assault prevention and surviving soul...

On the last episode of Season 2 @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) remember their favorite Kwanzaa memories and songs. This episode spotlights two songs - Harvest Song and Imani - with lyrics written and music performed/composed by Bilal Sunni-Ali. The songs feature vocalists...

On this episode @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) welcome special guest, author - artist - entrepreneur - pleasure instigator - Grace Harry. As the Joy Strategist, Grace helps everyday people engage play and welcome JOY back into their lives.

Special guest @waniqueshabazz joins @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) to discuss time, seasons and calendars, oh my! The sisters also discuss their family's journey of decolonizing Thanksgiving, embracing plant-based food and creating conscious family traditions.

@daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) enjoy answering lighthearted questions that turn out to be not so lighthearted. As always, where these sisters gather there is much critical thought and much laughter to match!

Veteran music executive and mental health movement builder Shanti Das (@shantidas404) joins @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) to discuss mental health, which Shanti describes as "how you think, how you act and how you feel." As founder of Silence the Shame she takes great pr...

Special guests sisters, Olimatta Taal (@olimattataal) and Maiyai Taal Hocheimy (@mth2020) join @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) to discuss the global legacy of their mother, Connie Tucker. Olimatta and Maiyai discuss the work that they do in their respective career fields a...

On this episode @daughtersofthewhirlwind, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) welcome special guest, author and strategic self-care consultant, Anana Johari Harris Parris (@ananajohariharrisparris). Ms. Parris describes self-care as caring for oneself by addressing your critical need(s) on a regular ba...

On the first episode of Season 2, Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed) discuss the Blackity Black things they did over the summer. The sisters discuss the power of Celebrations of Life, the significance of Black August and awareness of our political prisoners and those in political exile.

It’s Baba’s (Father’s) Day! Our last episode of the season is dedicated to the Babas. We give an ancestral salute to Baba Ahmed Obafemi and shower flowers on special guest, Baba Bilal Sunni-Ali. Baba Bilal proudly chronicles the history of his fathers, grandfathers and revolutionary fathers of the Black liberation movement. We discuss our blessed family dynamic, lessons learned from both of our Ba...