Today marks the sixth death anniversary of iconic poet Dr Maya Angelou. To celebrate her rich legacy, here’s our curated list of podcasts, music, books and videos to check out
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>> Alone Together is a visual piece on the world in lockdown in the past year, with a voice-over by Dr Maya Angelou’s son, Guy Johnson. It’s based on her poem Alone, which explores themes of loneliness and togetherness that might resonate in these tough times. The film features glimpses of lockdown in 13 cities from around the world, including Mumbai.
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>> In this insightful two-part podcast of Super Soul, talk-show host Oprah Winfrey speaks with her late mentor Angelou, who discusses her book Mom & Me & Mom. In it, the poet shares memories from her younger days, along with advice from her mother that helped her to find the strength to face all adversities in life.
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>> While Angelou is famous for her poetry, she also dabbled in music, having released Miss Calypso, her only album in 1957, years before her writing took off. Tune in to this unique playlist of essentials, with some songs from her debut album and a few of her spoken word pieces.
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>> Check out this edition of BBC’s In The Psychiatrist’s Chair, where late Dr Anthony Clare talks to Angelou in a 40-minute long conversation, about her life, influences, race and culture in America and of course, her poetry.
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>> In what can only be described as a legendary collaboration, Angelou joined hands with artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, for an illustrated children’s edition of her popular poem Life Doesn’t Frighten Me. Combined with the daring artistry of Basquiat, the poem talks of courage, from both young and old, and serves as a great way for kids to be introduced to her work.
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>> In this comprehensive title, writer Linda Wagner-Martin discusses all of Angelou’s autobiographies, poetry and essays, while also examining her life as an African-American woman and a creative writer, along with detailing her contributions to the Civil Rights Movement.
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>> The American Writer’s Museum Podcast: Episode 7 with Maya Angelou
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>> Maya Angelou, The Complete Poetry E-Book
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>> Maya Angelou reads her poem, A Brave And Startling Truth, at the UN’s 50th Anniversary
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