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Mike and Robin met each other in their childhoods and neither could stand the other. So how did that turn into a long lasting marriage? In this never broadcast 2017 interview, Robin and Mike share what it was like growing up with each other but never really knowing each other, the MOVE organization, and how Mike's parent's being in prison since he was born affected his parenting. 

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On a Move to the people! For Mike, June 16th has always been a bittersweet day and in 2021 that has not changed at all. It was on this day in 2018 that his mother, former political prisoner and one of the MOVE 9 Debbie Africa, was finally freed from prison after 40 years. This year, MOVE sister Consuewella Africa passed on the same day. In this episode, Mike reflects on the dualities of this day and how for the past three years he has found himself mourning even when he should be celebrating. 

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On a Move to the people! In this episode Big Mike aka Mike Africa Sr is back in studio to discuss all things fatherhood. What was it like trying to connect with your children while incarcerated? Plus, is there anything he wants for father's day? Listen in as Mike Sr tells stories of his father and grandfather and the two Mikes share what they both enjoy about being fathers.

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On a Move to the People! This week Mike is joined by a core organizer with Black Lives Matter Philly and the Black Philly Radical Collective and  a professor at the University of Pennsylvania in the Graduate School of Education Dr. Krystal Strong! Mike and Krystal reflect on the effect George Floyd's murder has had on the world one year post his death and ask "has anything really changed". Plus Krystal shares not only her vision as an activist, but what it's like being an activist that is actively reprimanding her place of employment.

Make sure you connect with Krystal over on twitter @MissKStrong

Head over to MikeAfricaJr.com to get your copy of the brand new book "50 Years on a Move"

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On a Move. Today, Mike is joined by his mother to discuss an article she wrote in 1999 called "Memories - Pain of Separation". From her last memories of the MOVE children, to the effects she knew her incarceration was having on her own children, "Pain of Separation" is not only a reflection of one moment in time, but ever relevant today as devastating news regarding the remains of those killed in the 1985 bombing continue to come to light.

"By the time I woke up, they were all gone. I can't remember too good, but I believe, the only ones left in the house were Bert, Tom, me and Witt. I was happy in a way, cuz they wouldn't have to be there in the city to put up with them cops, but sad too because I would miss them a lot. I never imagined ever with everything we had already been through with them cops, that I'd never see most of them again. We sent them to Virginia to keep them from being hurt; when we brought them back a few years later, they were killed May 13, 1985." - Debbie Africa excerpt from "Pain of Separation"

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On May 13th, 1985 the city of Philadelphia with full authority and backing of the mayor at the time (Wilson Goode) dropped a bomb on the MOVE house located at 6221 Osage Ave. As the people inside the house tried to escape the flames, police officers fired shots at them forcing them to retreat back inside the burning building. Frank, Conrad, Raymond, Teresa, and Rhonda Africa were killed as were the children Tomaso (Sue Africa’s son), Netta and Tree (Consuewella Africa’s daughters), Little Phil (Phil and Janine Africa’s son), and Delisha (Delbert and Janet Africa’s daughter). 

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On a Move good people! In this bonus episode Mike Africa Jr recounts the origin of the MOVE organization with a focus on the man who organized the people: John Africa. As Mike reflects on the life of John Africa, he explains just how John Africa became the revolutionary that challenged the status quo in Philly. Listen to learn what MOVE looked like up until May 13th, 1985. 

If you're in the Philly area, the Day of Remembrance event for those who lost their lives on May 13th, 1985 will be taking place at Osage Ave & Cobbs Creek Parkway at 5:00pm. If you come out, please wear white attire. 

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On a Move good people! Today Mike is joined by Mrs. Africa, his wife, the one and only RobKat and fan favorite Debbie Africa (also known as Mike's mom). Mike asks the two mamas in his life what they expect for Mother's Day, what it's like being a mother, and if they could do anything over... would they? Also, Big Mike (Mike Africa Sr.) swings by and tells the hilarious story of about his first date with Debbie.  

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On a Move good people! The verdict is in! Derek Chauvin has been convicted on all three counts in the murder of George Floyd. Mike has brought his pops, former political prisoner and one of the MOVE 9 Mike Africa Sr, to discuss what this means. Is this justice? What exactly does police reform look like? Is abolition the only solution? Mike and Big Mike get into what the future looks like with this form of accountability. 

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On a Move good people! Today Mike chops it up with producer, writer, cinematographer and all around Renaissance man Tommy Oliver. Tommy tells us about his childhood in Philly, and how he overcame every challenge that came his way. From challenges navigating his career and who he wanted to be, to the challenges that come with balancing work, family, and a duty to community, Tommy drops gems about how he did it all. Plus, the two talk about the journey in the production of his film 40 Years a Prisoner and how much Tommy risked to stay true to Mike's story.

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On a Move people! Today Mike Africa Jr. breaks bread with activist and writer, Kimberly Latrice Jones! In addition to finding out the origins of Kimberly's famous 6-minute speech, the two discuss everything from police brutality, the prison system, and the importance of being active in local politics.  Plus the two pose the question, "What is Next for Black People?" This is a conversation you don't want to miss.

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And show Kimberly some love @kimberlylatricejones

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On a Move people! Today Mike Africa Jr is talking to our favorite protagonist of the Tommy Oliver documentary, "40 Years a Prisoner", Mike Africa Jr.! Take a listen as Mike finally gives his insights about the film, does a solid Tommy Oliver impression, and answers some of your questions. 

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On a Move people! Today Mike Africa Jr sits down one of his favorite people, and one of the MOVE 9, Debbie Africa. Join Mike as he asks his mom what he thought about the Tommy Oliver documentary, "40 Years a Prisoner".  Hear Debbie breakdown how the cutest baby in the world was born in a prison. Plus, learn what an umbilical cord tastes like!

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On a Move people! Today Mike Africa Jr sits down with his namesake and one of the MOVE 9, Mike Africa Sr. Join Mike as he asks his dad what he thought about the Tommy Oliver documentary, "40 Years a Prisoner".  Plus, what lingo Mike Sr picked up while in prison,  and an interesting conversation about... onions?

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